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The Political Orphans

Nico Lagan
Canada
Mark Carney
Pierre Poilievre
Bill C-9
Immigration
Freedom Of Speech
Alberta
Donald Trump
Bill C-22
Charlie Kirk
Freedom Convoy
Ukraine
Censorship
United States
Free Speech
Hate Speech
Alberta Independence
Immigration Policy
Danielle Smith
Doug Ford

The Political Orphans Every party has failed Canada. The left vs right divide has become an illusion of choice that prevents people from understanding the real problems we are facing. This is Canada’s independent live political debate show — hosted by Nico Lagan. 🔴 LIVE Sunday–Thursday | 7PM–8PM EST We identify real problems, explain the facts clearly, and bring future leaders together to build a... more

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Barry Neufeld, former Chilliwack school trustee, was found by the BC Human Rights Tribunal to have violated the Human Rights Code through his public statements opposing SOGI 1 2 3 — and ordered to pay damages estimated at $750,000. Now he's taking hi... more

A leaked 35-page government memo reveals plans to pursue "legal action" against Canadians on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and other platforms — targeting posts the government deems "false and misleading information." Tonight we break down what this m... more

Mark Carney admitted he learned from Donald Trump.

And while he claims not to fully subscribe to Trump's flooding the zone tactic, that is exactly what he has been doing.

In just 14 weeks, the Liberal government passed 21 bills through the House of... more

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Tomorrow is Canada Day.

And tonight I am not going to talk about Carney's clean energy project that will make him rich while bankrupting Canada. I am not going to talk about how instead of being in Washington fighting for a CUSMA deal he was at the ... more

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Bruce Pardy
Professor of Law at Queen's University, expert guest
Queen's University
Episode: Is Bill C-34 About Protecting Our Kids Or Something Much Worse? | Bruce Pardy
Hatim Kheir
Charter advocate and Lawyer for the Justice Centre for Constitutional Freedoms
Justice Centre for Constitutional Freedoms
Episode: Is The 2026 Long Form Census Unconstitutional? Constitutional Lawyers Are Challenging The Government
Bruce Pardee
Law professor at Queen's University
Queen's University
Episode: Every Western Government BANNING Social Media At The Same Time — Coincidence?
Jason Levine
Guest, East Meets West episode contributor
Episode: Every Western Government BANNING Social Media At The Same Time — Coincidence?
Jordan McLean
Guest sharing a personal impact story and ongoing situation with Milwaukee
Independent contractor (Milwaukee sponsor context)
Episode: The Liberal Firearm Amnesty Has Been Extended | CCFR Tracey Wilson Explains What Comes Next!
Tony Lettsham
Combat veteran, and retired military judge
Not shown up for recording
Episode: Police Showed Up At A Retired Military Judge's Door For Online Speech | Bill C-9 Is Already Here
Bacon Slayer
Caller participating in the live discussion
Episode: AI Needs Data Centers And Canada Is The Perfect Place To Build Them | Here's Why That's A Problem
Frances Widdowson
Former university professor discussing her experiences and views on the CBC-backed prank and broader media accountability
Independent academic
Episode: Arrested, Pranked and Silenced by Your Tax Dollars | Frances Widdowson Speaks Out!
Pat King
Guest, Canadian activist and convoy figure
Episode: The Crown Wants 5 Years For His Role in The Convoy | Pat King Joins us LIVE For a Trial Update

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Nico Lagan
Co-host introducing themselves and the show; host of The Political Orphans; The Political Orphans
Rob Ambrose
Co-host of The Political Orphans; host/co-host of the show

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3.6 out of 5 stars from 5 ratings
  • Bad jokes

    Thought there was good content, but throwing in kiddy porn jokes means I’m done.

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    DustinSXM
    Canada8 months ago
  • Conservative garbage

    More conservative garbage faking being balanced.

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    Patrickzumba
    United Statesa year ago

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Is Bill C-34 About Protecting Our Kids Or Something Much Worse? | Bruce Pardy
Q: Do you think the harms defined in the bill will be clear enough to protect safety without stifling free expression?
The guests suggest that the definitions are intentionally fuzzy and subject to later interpretation by the commission, which could chill speech and push platforms to restrict content under broad and evolving standards.
The Liberal Firearm Amnesty Has Been Extended | CCFR Tracey Wilson Explains What Comes Next!
Q: What does the extension mean for gun owners in the near term?
The extension buys time, delaying the start of full enforcement while the court case continues; it also creates a structured timeline for filings, interventions, and potential hearings.
Mark Carney Just Signaled More Gun Bans Are Coming — CCFR's Tracey Wilson Responds
Q: What are the practical implications of moving classification decisions to the RCMP?
They discuss the necessity of a clear, standardized, legislated framework and the risk of policy being viewed as politically motivated if not well-defined.
Mark Carney Just Signaled More Gun Bans Are Coming — CCFR's Tracey Wilson Responds
Q: Do you feel that banning assault-style firearms would successfully help us in preventing mass shootings?
The guests acknowledge the intention behind bans but emphasize the complexity of causality, the need for precise, expert-driven classifications, and cautions about unintended consequences and civil liberties impacts.
Is The 2026 Long Form Census Unconstitutional? Constitutional Lawyers Are Challenging The Government
Q: Is it mandatory for Canadians to fill out the census?
Yes, it is mandatory under the Statistics Act to answer the census questions, and failure to do so can be an offense carrying a fine, though the challengers argue some questions exceed what is constitutionally permitted.

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A fast-paced debate show featuring two hosts with opposite viewpoints who challenge each other on politics, policy, and culture. Episodes frequently center on Canadian political controversy, civil liberties, surveillance, gun rights, censorship, and government policy, often weaving in guest experts or critics to illuminate legal and societal implications. The tone is provocative and opinionated, with a mix of data-driven stance, personal anecdotes, and counterpoints, making it a high-energy space for listeners who want both rigorous argument and provocative takes. A notable throughline is a consistent focus on civil liberties, government overreach, and how policy impacts everyday life, sometimes with controversial humor or provocations that... more

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2. Hatim Kheir
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