Year: 2024

Episode 288 – Seizing the (tiny) space opened up by Kamala Harris’ nomination

In this all-American episode, Sandy and Nora talk about the organizing space that’s been created by the Harris-Biden switcheroo.

Episode 287 – There’s no place for violence in politics except state violence

In this episode, Sandy and Nora talk about the Liberal talking point that has been the rallying cry after the assassination attempt on trump. Plus, they ask: what is going on in BC?

Episode 286 – Is disenfranchisement fueling the rise of fascism in the West?

In this episode, Sandy and Nora look at the current state of politics, in light of recent elections in the UK and France. Plus, the Lancet warns that deaths in Gaza could be as high as 186,000.

Episode 285 – Canadian decay

In this episode, Sandy and Nora talk about what Canadians can learn about the current political crisis in the United States, and how Canada is hurtling towards the same demise.

Episode 284 – Who are Canada’s traitors?

In this episode, Sandy and Nora talk about foreign influence in Canadian politics and how, once again, Poilievre is eating everyone’s lunch.

Episode 283 – The nationalism to fascism pipeline in settler-colonial states

In this episode, Sandy and Nora try to answer the question: can you detatch national pride from the actions of your state? Canada and Israel both struggle with the realities of genocidal programs.

Episode 282 – A pebble per day keeps the doctor away

In this episode, Sandy and Nora talk about how we need public options for verification as AI hallucinates itself into telling us to eat glue on our pizza. Plus — financial literacy classes and a premier who blames immigrants on antisemitism.

Episode 281 – Canadians react to Gaza; politicians do not

In this episode, Sandy and Nora talk about the lack of reaction from Canadian politicians to the ICC decision to charge Israeli leadership with war crimes. Plus, encampment victories, encampment struggles and why is Jesse Brown so obsessed with Shree Paradkar?

Episode 281 – Weaponizing the politics of identity to support Israel

In this episide, Sandy and Nora talk about how the politics of identity have been weaponized to silence people out of criticizing Israel. Plus, a former CBC producer speaks out about bias at the public broadcaster, Canada is questioning a doctor from Gaza about which members of Hamas he treated while working as a doctor and how are care and violence sometimes entwined?

Episode 280 – Student encampments are built to win

In this episode, Sandy and Nora talk about the measures in place at many encampments which demonstrate how sophistocated and well organized they are — something that is critical as they will continue to experience attack. Plus, Canada wants to scan your face to watch Internet porn.

Episode 279 – Supporting student encampments

In this episode, Sandy and Nora talk about the student encampments — why they matter and how you can support them. Plus, they talk about a police chase that killed a baby and its grandparents, and a man they accused of attempting to rob a liquor store.

Episote 278 – Why does the BCNDP even exist?

In this episode, Sandy and Nora talk abou the BCNDP’s about-face on drug decriminalisation. Plus, campus activism and showing Gaza support from the local campus lawn.

Episode 277 – Sandy and Nora Live in Edmonton

This episode was recorded live on April 20, 2024 at the Citadel Theatre in Edmonton.

Episode 276 – Sleepwalking towards WW3?

In this episode, Sandy and Nora talk about Israel’s promise to wage revenge on Iran and how Canadian politicians are (or are not) trying to de-escalate.

Episode 275 – The Party of Hacks

Why does it seem like the Liberals cannot get it together and govern? Sandy and Nora talk about how the Liberals operate — Remember kids, talk – action = 0.

Episode 274 – Smoke and mirrors and Pierre Poilievre

In this episode, Sandy and Nora talk about Pierre Polievre’s strategy of *looking* like he’s fighting for average people and why even just looking like you care goes a long way to convince people that you do care.