America Should Be Declared A Pariah State

Apr 14, 2025

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People throw the word "fascist" around a lot these days, but does it actually fit U.S. President Donald Trump? An internationally-respected Canadian scholar says yes.

2:35 | Dr. Andy Knight, professor of political science at the University of Alberta, tells us why he thinks the US should be declared a pariah state. We hear firsthand how USAID cuts are impacting critical programs in the Caribbean. Dr. Knight tells us what he thinks about the U of A dumping its DEI initiative, and takes us into his report for the Department of National Defence on white supremacy in the Canadian Forces.

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1:02:00 | Jespo and Johnny catch up on developments over the weekend, including the ICChange Gala and Rory's big win at The Masters.

1:08:00 | Turns out politicians exaggerate. Do you care about revelations both the Conservatives and Liberals are stretching the truth about the number of people at their rallies?

1:20:00 | Real Talkers Morgan and Tisha respond to comments they've seen in the Real Talk Live Chat, including use of the word "Libtard".

1:30:00 | Real Talker Sheryl tells us about her sweet lab Sidney, who survived a near-drowning in the North Saskatchewan River. Positive Reflections is presented weekly on Real Talk by our friends at Solar by Kuby.

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