Épisodes

  • “Canada”, Friday, Dec 26, 2025

    “Canada”, Friday, Dec 26, 2025
    Dec 27 2025
    Mike Myers’ book “Canada” The panel discussed various aspects of Mike Myers’ book about Canadian identity and his personal experiences. Canadian storytelling and humor The panel discussed Myers’ observations about Canadian storytelling tendencies and humor. Canadian dialects and slang The panel explored Myers’ discussion of regional Canadian accents and unique terminology. Hockey and Canadian identity […]
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    58 min
  • Bill C-15, Tuesday, Dec 16, 2025

    Bill C-15, Tuesday, Dec 16, 2025
    Dec 17 2025
    Bill C-15 and its impact on accessible materials The panel discussed the proposed legislation that would remove mandatory free postal service for accessible materials. Digital transition challenges for print-disabled users The group discussed the challenges faced by print-disabled individuals when services transition to digital-only formats. The importance of choice in accessible formats The panel emphasized […]
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    55 min
  • “Unladylike”, Friday, Nov 28, 2025

    “Unladylike”, Friday, Nov 28, 2025
    Nov 29 2025
    Book review: “Unladylike: A Field Guide to Crushing the Patriarchy” The panel shared their varied opinions on the book, with some appreciating its historical context while others found certain language and content objectionable. Women’s names after marriage The panel discussed the tradition of women taking their husband’s last name after marriage and alternatives to this […]
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    59 min
  • “Stop Saying You’re Fine”, Friday, Oct 24, 2025

    “Stop Saying You’re Fine”, Friday, Oct 24, 2025
    Oct 25 2025
    Mel Robbins Book Discussion Overview The group discussed Mel Robbins’ book, with Siena and Lynn sharing their impressions of the content. They found the book fascinating and universal, particularly appreciating Robbins’ approach to overcoming procrastination and fear. Lynn highlighted the book’s coverage of topics like anxiety, confidence, habits, happiness, health, motivation, and relationships, and mentioned […]
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    1 h et 1 min
  • “The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night Time”, Friday, Sept 26, 2025

    “The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night Time”, Friday, Sept 26, 2025
    Sep 27 2025
    The Curious Incident Book Discussion The group discussed their experience reading and enjoying “The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time,” which they found engaging due to its unique narrative style, accurate portrayal of autism, and compelling plot. They noted the book’s short chapters and the confusion caused by its chapter numbering system, but […]
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    45 min
  • “Love and Courage”, Friday, August 29, 2025

    “Love and Courage”, Friday, August 29, 2025
    Aug 30 2025
    Jagmeet Singh’s Memoir Discussion The group discussed Jagmeet Singh’s memoir “Love and Courage,” focusing on his early life experiences, including being sent to Punjab as a young child and his father’s struggles with alcoholism. Jeff shared his perspective on how the book highlighted universal themes of immigration, family challenges, and the courage required to overcome […]
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    1 h et 4 min
  • A Political Life, Friday, July 25, 2025

    A Political Life, Friday, July 25, 2025
    Jul 26 2025
    Aliasgar Moosa, Macara Slobodian, and Jeffrey Rainey discussed “Pierre Poilievre: A Political Life,” delving into Poilievre’s consistent public and private persona, his aggressive political strategy, and his unwavering conservative beliefs. The participants noted how author Andrew Lawton connects Poilievre’s personal life to his political actions, with Jeffrey Rainey revealing Poilievre’s decision not to run in […]
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    37 min
  • “Values”, by Mark Carney, for Friday, June 27, 2025,

    “Values”, by Mark Carney, for Friday, June 27, 2025,
    Jun 28 2025
    Looking Forward to Future Discussions The panel concluded by discussing the next book, “A Political Life,” scheduled for July 25 (01:12:24). Lynn Kennedy and Siena Trigiani expressed their readiness to approach the next book with a fearless attitude, despite initial reservations, viewing it as an opportunity for expansion and growth (01:13:27). Aliasgar Moosa, Jeffrey Rainey, […]
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    45 min