The OShow with Laura Babcock – Details, episodes & analysis

How do we stop Ford's populist government from gaining another majority despite its alarming actions, such as closing safe consumption sites, laughing at MRI wait times, missing housing targets, shutting the Science Centre, being under RCMP investigation for the Greenbelt Scandal, needlessly cancelling booze contracts, and ruining Ontario Place, costing Ontario billions? Moreover, what impact will Pierre Poilievre's national populist movement have on Ontario's political landscape? Veteran Journalists Keith Leslie and Mark Cripps give their no-holds-barred analysis and strong opinions with Host Laura Babcock on the scary state of Ford's Ontario and the high stakes in the Spring Election.

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Living on $15,000 a year on ODSP, people are unable to afford food and rent, which can lead to homelessness. They also face issues like being charged new bus fares and not having accessible sidewalks in the winter. Tim Nolan, founder of Accessibility Hamilton Alliance, discussed these challenges with host Laura Babcock. They highlighted the need for policy solutions at the municipal and provincial levels to ensure equity of choice for all Ontarians.

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In this no-holds-barred interview, host Laura Babcock dives deep with Ontario NDP Leader Marit Stiles, pressing on crucial issues. Nothing is off the table, from calling Premier Ford "Corrupt" to shedding light on scandals like Greenbelt, Ontario Place, Highway 413, Staples, Beer, Private Emails, Healthcare, Housing, and Education. The interview also explores Stiles's strategic approach to taking on Ford and whether the NDP and Liberals will fight each other or focus on Ford. Additionally, it delves into the state of Stiles' relationship with former NDP and now Independent MPP Sarah Jama and examines strategies to ensure her party's communications can effectively rival Ford's. If you care about the future of Ontario and, by extension, Canada, you won't want to miss a moment.

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After creating the most expensive and massive cabinet in Ontario's history and taking an almost five-month vacation from accountability in Queen's Park, our Scandal Panel, consisting of Keith Leslie and Mark Cripps, addresses host Laura Babcock's question: "Does Doug Ford think he's King?" Their responses are disturbing as they cover the real reasons behind the 10 million dollar cabinet, the Gmail scandal, the beer scandal, the Greenbelt Scandal, the Ontario Place scandal, and more. They also discuss similarities to Trump's and Poilievre's populist playbooks. Laura also expresses frustration about the opposition parties, especially Bonnie Crombie's Liberals, who are not communicating enough to hold Ford accountable. This content contains strong language.

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In this fast-paced and intense episode, renowned urbanist Gil Penalosa shares inspiring examples of urban planning from cities worldwide. He criticizes Doug Ford for wasting BILLIONS of people's money on projects like a casino at Ontario Place and subways. He calls out mediocre Mayors for lacking vision and political guts to plan for the future. He also calls on all citizens to speak up and demand better for our families and tax dollars. People of Canada and around the world won't want to miss this!

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With Ford's new legislation allowing land speculators to initiate their urban boundary reviews and the ongoing threat to the Greenbelt and 413 lands, Ian Borsuk of Environment Hamilton sounds the alarm about the catastrophic and irreversible environmental damage. He also discusses political opposition to a plan to help vulnerable people survive the sweltering summer heat.

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With the recent coverage in the New York Times, the fight to save Ontario Place from Ford's one billion tax dollar 95-year secret deal for a mega spa is trending again. Norm Di Pasquale from Ontario Place for All joins host Laura Babcock to talk about their lawsuit, the special Auditor General's report that may be coming soon and what all Ontarians can do to save this cherished public asset.

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On this fast-paced and powerful Scandal Panel, former journalists Keith Leslie and Mark Cripps join host Laura Babcock to break down Ontario Premier Ford's cynical scheme to spend up to a BILLION dollars to fast-track booze in convenience stores to profit his pals, get ahead of new explosive Greenbelt revelations and investigations, and Poilievre winning Federally so he can win another majority at the COST OF THE PEOPLE of Ontario getting healthcare, help with housing and homelessness, autism services, good education and more.

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New York Times Best-Selling author Linwood Barclay delves into the themes of his new bestseller, "I WILL RUIN YOU," with host Laura Babcock. They discuss book banning, combating ignorance and falsehoods, and supporting educators and teenagers. Lindwood humorously shares insights on axe-grinding, responding to critics and the business of writing.

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Hilarity ensues when Canada's "dad" comedian and author Brittlestar talks toilet etiquette, life and death, Canadian identity, "woke" coffee lids, silly politics, Ford's foibles and how NOT to be a jerk! Enjoy this Long Weekend treat!

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