

Sandy and Nora talk politics
Sandy Hudson & Nora Loreto
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Jul 29, 2025 • 48min
Only social movements can save us
Exploring the rightward shift in Canadian politics, the hosts discuss how social movements can challenge the Liberal-Conservative convergence. They dive into the frustrations with current political stagnation and the ineffectiveness of superficial solutions. Immigration policy is critiqued for its impact on education and housing, while the historical context of Canada’s industrial past is examined. The conversation also emphasizes the need for grassroots activism in a digital age, urging a return to tangible actions for real change.

Jul 22, 2025 • 49min
Palestine activism, campuses and a decades-long attack on free speech
In this episode, Sandy and Nora talk about the connection between the attacks on campus organizing in solidarity with Palestine over the past two decades, and how these campaigns faced backlash that sought to silence Canadians who speak out about Israeli apartheid. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 15, 2025 • 46min
Taking Canada apart piece by piece
In this episide, Sandy and Nora talk about the abrupt Liberal decision to defund the Canadian state while pouring money into the military. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 8, 2025 • 51min
They are watching you
In this episode, Sandy and Nora talk about increasing state surveillance. Plus, understanding the attacks on Mamdani. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 1, 2025 • 45min
PM for two months, Carney does damage already
In this episode, Sandy and Nora talk about Carney's decisions -- from ramming through legislation that will give extraordinary powers to Ministers in the name of national security and interest, to sky-high deportations and removals, the signs are showing that Canadians were given the opposite of what they said they wanted in the last federal election. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 24, 2025 • 48min
Weapons of Mass Destruction redux?
In this episode, Sandy and Nora talk about the parallels between 2003 and 2025, Iraq and Iran, Bush and Trump, and how Toronto has enforced it's so-called bubble zone bylaw to restrict anti-war protests. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 17, 2025 • 48min
Heading towards World War Three?
In this episode, Sandy and Nora talk about Israel bombing Iran, the world's leaders meeting in Canada and how Mark Carney is seemingly looking to influence the global poles of power. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 10, 2025 • 38min
Sandy and Nora Live in St. John's
In this episode, Sandy and Nora discuss rising fascism and how to fight it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 3, 2025 • 46min
Mark Carney lusts for war
In this episode, Sandy and Nora talk about Mark Carney's lust for war. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 3, 2025 • 46min
Mark Carney lusts for war
In this episode, Sandy and Nora talk about Mark Carney's lust for war. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.


