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Real Sensical Politics

Real Sensical Politics

By: Matthew Bissett and John Vandenbeld
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Tired of misinformation online, and extremely biased opinions? Looking for a real and common sense breakdown of Canadian politics? Get informed as we take you through current political and economic events and what they mean to you. With over 40 years of combined political and communications experience in both volunteer and professional capacities, we provide valuable perspective on the why, who, and how's of the events around us. With perspectives from both the right and the left side of the political spectrum, we discuss and debate real issues in a balanced and fair approach.Matthew Bissett and John Vandenbeld Political Science Politics & Government
Episodes
  • Updates on Alberta Separation and Pipeline Prospects

    Updates on Alberta Separation and Pipeline Prospects
    May 17 2026

    In the past couple of weeks, and particularly the past couple of days, there have been some major updates on the separation movement/petition in Alberta. John and I look at what these are and where it could potentially take us moving forward.


    Ending out the episode we discuss the MOU signed between Alberta and Ottawa that signals the potential for a new oil pipeline to the west coast and tie that together with the discussion on separation and Danielle Smith's potential fortunes as the leader of the UCP.
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    56 mins
  • Lewis-Gladu-ByElections and A Carney Majority

    Lewis-Gladu-ByElections and A Carney Majority
    Apr 21 2026

    It's never truly boring watching federal politics (if you have the stomach for it). In this episode we first look at the recent election of Avi Lewis as the NDP leader and how that could shake out down the road.


    Afterwards we discuss yet another floor crossing with Marilyn Gladu now sitting as a liberal. We then discuss the recent by-elections that have now given Carney a decent majority government.
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    44 mins
  • Will the NDP Take a Leap With High Oil and 3 By-Elections?

    Will the NDP Take a Leap With High Oil and 3 By-Elections?
    Mar 28 2026

    With the federal NDP leadership race set to conclude thisweekend, John and I take a look at the candidates and make predictions. We also take about what and why of the price ofoil before concluding with a discussion about the 3 federal by-elections coming up on April 13th.

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    58 mins
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