The Alex Pierson Show

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Could We See A Home Equity & Capital Gains Tax in Canada? Aug 10, 2021

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Alex Pierson talks with Kris Sims, the Executive Director of the Canadian Taxpayers Association. They discuss why the federal government has been quietly trying to discuss the possibility of bringing in a one-time capital gains and home equity tax to help off-set the deficit. Alex and Kris talk about why the federal government would even look into this, how it could affect home owners, and what could happen if they institute the taxes.

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Trudeau wants all Federal & Federally Regulated Employees to be Vaccinated Aug 07, 2021

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Alex talks with Ryan O'Connor, a partner at the Toronto-based Zayouna Law Firm. They discuss the recent and unexpected calls from the Prime Minister to mandate all federal and federally regulated employees to be fully vaccinated. They discuss what professions are going to be affected by this mandate if allowed, how and if it is in violation of our charter rights, and why Trudeau would even push for something like this.

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Michael & Luna - A Rewilding Story - Progress Check Pt.1 Aug 06, 2021

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Alex Pierson is joined by Michael Yellowlees, A Scottish native who decided to walk from British Columbia to Newfoundland & Labrador with his trusty sidekick, his husky Luna. This walk is not only to raise funds for the Tree's of Life, a rewilding charity based in Scotland, but also to help raise awareness to the beauty that is the Canadian Wilderness.
They talk about why Michael decided to do this incredibly long walk, how he has fared so far, and what he plans to do with the money that he has raised.

As Michael & Luna make their way across Ontario, we plan to check in with him every so often and see how he is faring.

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Update on the Afghan Interpreters, The Border, & The Trial of Meng Wanzhou Aug 06, 2021

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ON this episode we first check back in with Corey Shelson, a retired Captain in the Canadian Armed Forces, President of 44 North Digital Marketing & Member of the grassroots organization "Not Left Behind". They talk about the recent Afghanis who were flown to Canada, and why the Canadian government not only chose to save just the embassy staff, but also why the plane was less than 80% full when it landed. The Afghan interpreters are running out of time, and the Canadian government is still fumbling.
Next, Alex Pierson talks with Mark A. Warner, an International Trade & Antitrust Lawyer & Principal of MAAW Law. They discuss the possibility of the Canadian Border Service Agency going on strike Friday, just before the border is supposed to open to U.S. tourists & citizens. Alex and Mark discuss how this strike was able to happen, why Canadians still cannot cross the border, & what Trudeau & Biden discussed on a recent call.
Finally, Alex talks with Marcus Kolga, a Senior Fellow at the Macdonald-Laurier Institute and Journalist for Disinfo. They examine the ongoing extradition trial of Huawei CFO Meng Wanzhou, and what it could mean if the Judge rules that she should be extradited to the U.S...Especially for Michael Kovrig & Michael Spavor.

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Wellness Check with Yonah Budd: Sobriety Aug 06, 2021

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It's that time of the week where we take a look at mental health and the collateral damage of the COVID-19 pandemic. Alex Pierson checks-in with Co-Founder and Clinical Director at The Farm in Stouffville, and host of Road to Recovery on Global News Radio 640 Toronto, Yonah Budd. They talk about the importance, and possible difficulty of sobriety. Yonah tells Alex some tips to keep a good support group, what to expect after sobriety is reached and held, and how to overcome relapses.

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The CAN/U.S. Border: Strikes, Vaccines, & Politics Aug 06, 2021

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Alex Pierson talks with Mark A. Warner, an International Trade & Antitrust Lawyer & Principal of MAAW Law. They discuss the possibility of the Canadian Border Service Agency going on strike Friday, just before the border is supposed to open to U.S. tourists & citizens. Alex and Mark discuss how this strike was able to happen, why Canadians still cannot cross the border, & what Trudeau & Biden discussed on a recent call.

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Hungarian Punk, Should Vaccines be Mandatory In Schools, & Dr. Nathan Stall Aug 05, 2021

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ON this episode we first go across the globe to Budapest. Alex Pierson talks with Balazs Sarkadi, A.K.A Rocco, bassist and lead vocals in the Hungarian Punk band Bankrupt, and former band mate to Michael Kovrig. Its been just shy of 1000 days since Michael Kovrig & Michael Spavor were arrested in China for "espionage", and Bankrupt has just released a song of support for Kovrig called "The Plane To Toronto".
Alex talks with Balazs about Kovrig helping to start the band, what they hope to accomplish with there new song, and how else Bankrupt is planning to raise awareness and support for Kovrig.
Next, Alex speaks with Dr. Sohail Gandhi, a family physician & former head of the Ontario Medical Association. They discuss why Education Minister Lecce would not make COVID vaccines mandatory, and how safe schools should be in the coming new semester.
And finally, Alex checks in with Anthony Furey, Columnist for the Toronto Sun & Postmedia as well as the National Comment Editor. They discuss Dr. Nathan Stall's announcement to run for the Provincial Liberals, and that he plans to keep his seat on the Ontario Science Table.

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Blacklock's Reporter Check-in: Threats to Rights, Billions in Loans, & Payroll Errors Aug 05, 2021

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It's that time of the week where we take a look past the veil into the stories that don't get the attention they deserve in Ottawa. Alex Pierson checks in with Managing Editor of Blacklock's Reporter Tom Korski. They talk about why 59% of Canadians rate the pandemic as a threat to rights and freedoms, why the taxpayers are on the hook for over a billion dollars in bank loans, and how over 175,000 federal employees were able receive compensation in payroll errors that adds up to almost a billion dollars.

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Should COVID Vaccines Be Mandatory in Schools? Aug 05, 2021

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Alex speaks with Dr. Sohail Gandhi, a family physician & former head of the Ontario Medical Association. They discuss why Education Minister Lecce would not make COVID vaccines mandatory, and how safe schools should be in the coming new semester.

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A Hungarian Punk Band is Trying to Bring Michael Kovrig Home Aug 04, 2021

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Alex Pierson talks with Balazs Sarkadi, A.K.A Rocco, bassist and lead vocals in the Hungarian Punk band Bankrupt, and former band mate to Michael Kovrig. Its been just shy of 1000 days since Michael Kovrig & Michael Spavor were arrested in China for "espionage", and Bankrupt has just released a song of support for Kovrig called "The Plane To Toronto".
Alex talks with Balazs about Kovrig helping to start the band, what they hope to accomplish with there new song, and how else Bankrupt is planning to raise awareness and support for Kovrig.

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