
Tom Korski
Reporter for Blacklocks Reporter, providing insights on Canadian politics and current events.
Top 5 podcasts with Tom Korski
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Feb 6, 2025 • 12min
Blacklock's Reporter Check-In: "It's Mathematically Impossible For Cabinet To Meet Its Housing Affordability Target"
Tom Korski, Managing Editor of Blacklock's Reporter, shares sharp insights into Canadian politics and the unattainable housing affordability targets set by the government. He discusses the Prime Minister's controversial summit location choice and its implications for political transparency. The conversation delves into conflicting energy policies, highlighting the government's struggle to reconcile past commitments with current realities. Korski critiques political promises on housing, calling out systemic failures and urging personal responsibility in addressing challenges.

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Jan 23, 2025 • 40min
Party For Two with Mark Towhey
Mark Towhey, a political analyst from News Talk 1010, joins musician Blair Packham, formerly of The Jitters, and Tom Korski, managing editor of Blacklocks.ca. They discuss the excitement of a newly discovered Tina Turner track, reflecting on its origins and impact. The conversation then shifts to current political issues in Ottawa, including Mayor Olivia Chow's ambitious library initiative. Additionally, they dive into the complexities of Canadian gambling and trade dynamics with the U.S., providing insightful commentary on the political landscape.

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Feb 19, 2025 • 9min
Alex Pierson talks to Blacklocks reporter Tom Korski - Feb 18
In this engaging discussion, Tom Korski, reporter for Blacklocks Reporter, unpacks pressing issues in Canadian politics. He addresses the strains on housing due to rapid immigration and the shifting tactics of political leaders. Tom shares insights on the economic mismanagement affecting today's youth and critiques the government's responses to persistent inflation. He also highlights a dire healthcare crisis, revealing a shortage of 69,000 medical professionals and calling for urgent reforms to improve emergency care access.

Feb 13, 2025 • 38min
The Blacklocks Report with Tom Korski
Mark Towhey, a political commentator with a keen eye on current events, discusses the day's top stories, including Mark Carney's controversial stance on the drug crisis. Tom Korski, managing editor of Blacklocks.ca, dives into the complexities of Canadian politics, emphasizing the urgent need for a comprehensive response to the fentanyl crisis and highlighting trade tensions with the U.S. They also touch on infrastructure oversight and how recent snowstorms are affecting federal operations and employee attendance.

Jan 21, 2025 • 12min
Blacklock's Reporter Check-In: "They Hit An Iceberg, Backed-Up, And Then Hit The Same Iceberg Over & Over"
Tom Korski, Managing Editor of Blacklock's Reporter, shares his insights on significant political developments in Canada. He critiques Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland's claims of fiscal responsibility amid controversial job cuts in the public service. The discussion also exposes inefficiencies in the passport office, raising questions about government accountability. Korski highlights the disorganization in leadership campaigns and the urgent need for reforms in public sector emergency management to ensure timely responses in crises.