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  • Brian Crombie Radio Hour - Epi 1462 - Complex Crisis Facing Men with Dr. Thomas Verney
    2025/09/12
    Tonight on The Brian Crombie Hour, Brian interviews Dr. Thomas Verney, a clinical psychologist and author, about the complex crisis facing men today, emphasizing that while not all men are affected equally, many are struggling with identity issues and joblessness, particularly young men without formal education or specialized skills. Together they discuss the debate around toxic masculinity and the challenges men face in adapting to changing societal roles and the rise of right-wing politics among young men. Young men are struggling with identity, relationships, and societal value, with declining graduation rates and increased suicide rates among young men.

    Thomas speaks about the evolving definition of masculinity in a rapidly changing society, how societal changes, gender roles, and biological factors influence men's development and experiences, while examining the impact of toxic masculinity, incel culture, and the decline of traditional male roles in teaching and leadership. He concludes about the importance of active parenting, the need for more male role models, and the challenges of modern romantic relationships in the digital age.
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    52 分
  • Brian Crombie Radio Hour - Epi 1461 - Doug Ford's Rising Popularity in Ontario with Sabrina Nanji
    2025/09/11
    Tonight on The Brian Crombie Hour, Brian interviews Sabrina Nanji, founder of the Queens Park Observer newsletter, about her publication's success as a one-woman operation that provides a mix of credible analysis and gossip, attracting readers across the political spectrum.

    Their discussion covers Doug Ford's rising popularity in Ontario, his political strategies, and the upcoming Ontario Liberal Party convention where Bonnie Crombie's leadership is under review. The conversation concludes with an analysis of political dynamics and leadership possibilities within the Liberal party, including potential candidates and the challenges facing the opposition parties in Ontario.

    The Ontario Liberal Party convention this weekend will determine whether Bonnie Crombie remains party leader, with Sabrina reporting that delegates are split and Crombie needs 66% support to survive the leadership review. Crombie faced criticism for failing to win her own Mississauga riding despite significant PC opposition, including Patrick Brown's mother-in-law as the candidate, and the party's post-campaign report highlighted strategic mistakes including delayed riding selection and insufficient get-out-the-vote efforts in close races.
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    51 分
  • Brian Crombie Radio Hour - Epi 1460 - Caring for Seniors with Dani DePetrillo
    2025/09/10
    Tonight on The Brian Crombie Hour, Brian interviews Dani DePetrillo of Right at HomeCanada about our coming tsunami of Seniors and how we will care for them. In the next ten years the number of Canadians over 80 will increase by 50%, in twenty years, it will double.
    This interview focuses on discussing home care services provided by Right at Home Canada, with Dani sharing her expertise as Chief Operating Officer and explaining how their organization supports seniors who wish to age in place through various care services.

    The discussion covers the challenges of supporting an aging population, including the combination of government funding, family support, and technology needed to meet increasing demand, while also addressing evolving family caregiving dynamics and changing perceptions of aging. The conversation concludes with a discussion of health monitoring technology and long-term care approaches, including personal experiences of care and the importance of creating welcoming environments for seniors.
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    49 分
  • Brian Crombie Radio Hour - Epi 1459 - A Tribute to Ken Dryden with Jack Siegel
    2025/09/09
    Tonight on The Brian Crombie Hour, Brian interviews Jack Siegel, a prominent lawyer in Toronto, who shares his experiences with Ken Dryden and provides a tribute to Ken Dryden who passed last week. Jack met Ken in 2004 when he became the Liberal Party candidate in his riding. Jack notes Ken's unique ability to connect with people, particularly children, and described chairing Ken's 2005-2006 election campaign. Jack discusses Ken's political career, highlighting his passion for childcare and his role in negotiating universal child care agreements, which were delayed by the NDP's non-confidence vote in 2005.

    Ken's career was also a topic covered, focusing on his achievements in hockey and later in politics. Jack even pointed to Ken Dryden's views on a progressive and successful future for Canada, emphasizing that social safety net expansion and economic success are not mutually exclusive. Based on several interviews with or about political leaders in the past several weeks, Brian closes with some thoughts about leadership in political parties and the Ontario Liberal Party leadership review this weekend with some questions for delegates.
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    53 分
  • Brian Crombie Radio Hour - Epi 1458 - The Liberal Leadership Review Convention with George Smitherman
    2025/09/09
    Tonight on the Brian Crombie Hour, Brian interviews George Smitherman about the Liberal Leadership review at the convention this weekend. Together they discuss leadership, organization and what it takes to win. George is one of Canada’s most distinctive and impactful politicians in the past decades. He is a former Canadian politician and broadcaster. He represented the provincial riding of Toronto Centre in the Legislative Assembly of Ontario from 1999 to 2010, when he resigned to contest the mayoralty of Toronto in the 2010 municipal election.
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    49 分
  • Brian Crombie Radio Hour - Epi 1457 - Relationships with Graham, & Monika Burwise
    2025/09/05
    Tonight on The Brian Crombie Hour, Brian interviews Graham and Monika Burwise about relationships. The interview dives into the intersection of personal growth and relationships, revealing why so many people struggle to form lasting, fulfilling connections. They unpack the myths, fantasies, and misunderstandings that create conflict, co-dependency, and disappointment, and highlight how relationship dynamics reflect personal growth and self-mastery. From the mechanics of attraction and infatuation to the deeper work of building enduring intimacy, they provide insights and practical principles that guide individuals and couples toward healthier, more empowered partnerships. Along the way, they share some of the most profound, hard-earned wisdom they’ve uncovered — insights that not only transform relationships but also enhance overall life fulfillment.

    Graham and Monika, founders of the Global Awakening Institute, are world-renowned relationship and life mastery mentors recognized for their ability to spark profound change. With decades of mastery and lived experience, they’ve developed a groundbreaking approach that doesn’t just improve relationships — it revolutionizes them. Known for cutting-edge insights and a no-nonsense approach, they help individuals and couples break destructive patterns, unlock deeper intimacy, and step into the next level of their personal power. Their work goes far beyond surface-level fixes — it creates lasting transformation that reshapes how you love, live, and lead.
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    52 分
  • Brian Crombie Radio Hour - Epi 1456 - Carney's Fall Plan with Dan Donovan
    2025/09/04
    Tonight on The Brian Crombie Hour, Brian interviews Dan Donovan, Publisher and Editor of Ottawa Life Magazine. They discuss what Carney needs to do for his fall, and fast. Brian closes with his own seven point plan for the Carney government this fall.

    Dan Donovan is also a former political staffer, stand up comedian and an excellent writer. We discuss various concerns about Canada's current challenges, including rising violent crime, immigration policies, and housing affordability, while discussing the need for balanced law enforcement and better coordination between different levels of government. The conversation concludes with an analysis of the political landscape, including the dynamics between Prime Minister Mark Carney and Pierre Poilievre, and the challenges facing Canada's housing development and economic policies.
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    58 分
  • Brian Crombie Radio Hour - Epi 1455 - If Putin Wants Peace with Elena Davlikanova, & Sgt. Yevheniy Malik
    2025/09/03
    Tonight on The Brian Crombie Hour, Brianinterviews Elena Davlikanova and Sgt. Yevheniy Malik to discuss if Putin wants peace? Sgt. Yevheniy Malik is a veteran of Ukraine’s 36th Marine Brigade and Elena Davlikanova is a senior fellow at the Sahaidachnyi Security Centre and the Centre for European Policy Analysis (CEPA).

    Elena covers recent Russian strikes on civilians, including a deadly missile and drone attack that killed 23 people, while Yevheniy explains Ukraine’s strategy of targeting Russian oil refineries and railways to cripple Russia’s economy. Together, they discuss the ongoing war, the need for robust Western support, and their concerns about Russian misinformation. Elena warns that Putin’s goal is not peace but victory, regaining influence by dividing the world and forcing sanctions relief. She argues that without strong security guarantees and European protection of Ukraine’s skies, Russia could escalate toward a wider European war by 2030.
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    52 分