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The Best Laid Plans

The Best Laid Plans

Written by: Terry Fallis
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 In this podiobook: "The Best Laid Plans" is a satirical novel of Canadian politics written by Terry Fallis. It recounts the unlikely and amusing alliance between a 30-something burnt out, jaded political staffer, and an older, cantankerous, engineering professor. Driven by a federal election and the life of the resulting minority conservative government, the novel moves between the small town of Cumberland, Ontario on the shores of the Ottawa River, and the nation's capital. While the characters and their exploits are often comical, serious ideas on politics and democracy underlie the fun. For more information on the novel and author, visit www.terryfallis.com.by-nc-nd Art
Episodes
  • Chapter 19 - The Best Laid Plans

    Chapter 19 - The Best Laid Plans
    Apr 19 2007

    -In this episode: A massive snow storm brings Ottawa to its knees. The Government House Leader pulls a fast one and the call goes forth for MPs to brave the storm and make it to the House for the mini-budget vote. Angus and Andre Fontaine share a wild ride to Parliame
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    35 mins
  • Chapter 18 - The Best Laid Plans

    Chapter 18 - The Best Laid Plans
    Apr 18 2007

    -In this episode: Environment Canada and the media pay a visit to Ottawa River Aggregate Inc. Reaction to the mini-budget rolls in as debate rages in the House of Commons. Angus and Daniel confront UFDs (unidentified flying doughnuts). Daniel and Linsday tour the Nati
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    34 mins
  • Chapter 17 - The Best Laid Plans

    Chapter 17 - The Best Laid Plans
    Apr 17 2007

    -In this episode: The government takes an unexpected hard right turn. Angus crosses swords with the Speaker and the Sergeant at Arms. Daniel and Angus take a troubling look inside Ottawa River Aggregate Inc. Angus and Daniel meet with the workers. Angus writes in his
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    36 mins
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I have all the books by Mr Fallis and enjoy them, but the Angus McClintock series is such a good depiction of Canadian parliament shenanigans that anyone would enjoy learning how it works - and doesn’t. All the main characters are well done.

An honest politician with principles! Imagine!!

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