On Point With Alex Pierson

Alex Pierson speaks with Corey Shelson, a retired Captain in the Canadian Armed Forces, President of 44 North Digital Marketing & Member of the grassroots organization "Not Left Behind". They discuss the chaotic operation to save the Afghan Interpreters who aided the CAF from the Taliban, and why every moment the government fumbles, is a moment someone's life is left on the line. Let's get talking Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alex Pierson checks in with Charles Khabouth, The Owner of INK Entertainment.They talk about how Charles is putting on the first in-person music festival in the city in over 16 months, as well as check in on his other restaurants and clubs throughout the city. Let's get talking Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alex Pierson talks with Tasha Kheiriddin, Principal at Navigator Ltd., Public Policy Analyst, & Columnist for the National Post. They discuss a new IPSOS poll that shows voters are over COVID as an election issue, and are worried about the economy, climate & other issues that were prevelant before the pandemic. They discuss what this could mean for not only the Liberals, but also the Conservatives & NDP. Let's get talking Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alex Pierson talks with Ed Dubrovsky, A managing partner of Cytelligence Canada & Executive Cyber Advisor to the CEO and Board of Qnext Corp.They talk the NSO Group, an Israeli spyware firm that has been caught spying on politicians, journalists, business execs and activists. And now a group of US democrats are pushing to have the company blacklisted. Alex and Ed how these hacks could have happened, who would've used it, and why this should be taken seriously. Let's get talking Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's that time of the week where we take a look past the veil into the stories that don't get the attention they deserve in Ottawa. Alex Pierson checks in with Managing Editor of Blacklock's Reporter Tom Korski. They talk about why the Liberals took 10 weeks to ban international flights from Wuhan and didn't want to alarm Canadians. Why the Trudeau government is refusing to comment on why a $120 million loan was given to one of Canada's wealthiest developers, and what happened to Craig Kielburger of the WE Charity. Let's get talking Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alex Pierson talks with Dr. Amiirah Aujnarain, a pediatric allergist & immunologist. They talk about why we are seeing an unusual spike in allergy rates in our youth, especially within urban areas. Alex and Dr. Aujnarain discuss why our excessive use of sanitizers, and social isolation may be some of the main culprits, and why it may be better to allow children to get a little dirty. Let's get talking Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Missed the show? No worries, we got you covered with the ON Point podcast. ON this episode, Alex talks with Kris Sims, the B.C. Director of the Canadian Taxpayers Federation. They talk about the proposed Tax Break for small businesses, and why Municipalities don't want it to happen...and what this could mean for small businesses.Next, Alex speaks with Ross Mckitrick, A Sr. Fellow at the Fraser Institute & Canadian Economist specializing in Environmental Economics and Policy Analyst. They discuss why the United Nations target on Climate Change is actually detrimental to our economy and society, and if its even worth pursuing anymore.And finally, Alex speaks with Melissa Mbarki, A Policy analyst and Outreach coordinator at the Macdonald-Laurier Institute & Member of the Treaty 4 Nation in Saskatchewan. They discuss the announcement from the Prime Minister regarding the $90 Million treatment centre to help those who are suffering from Mercury Poisoning...and why this is just another PR stunt by the PM. Let's ge

Alex Pierson talks with Steve Posthumus & Brandon Bastien, A grandfather and his grandson who spent the afternoon magnet fishing....only to pull up an old still intact mortar shell!They talk about what happened that day, how Steve and Brandon feel about their find, and if they will be able to keep the Mortar. Let's get talking Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Missed the show? No worries, we got you covered with the ON Point podcast. ON this episode, Alex talks with Lorne Honickman, Global News Radio Legal Expert & Partner at Brauti Thorning LLP. They discuss the Montreal Canadiens drafting Logan Mailloux to the team, despite his sexual misconduct controversy, and what this could mean for the Habs.Next, Alex speaks with Christian Leuprecht, Professor at both the Royal Military College of Canada & Queens University, as well as Fellow at the Macdonald Laurier Institute & Author of Intelligence as Democratic Statecraft. They discuss the recent warning from CSIS to Canadian Universities about international espionage, and what bad actor states are likely involved.And finally, Alex speaks with David Onley, who was the 28th Lieutenant-Governor of Ontario (2007-2014). They discuss the new Governor-General Mary Simon being sworn into office today. They talk about her speech at the ceremony, what she can bring to the table, and if she will do a better job than her predecssor

Alex Pierson speaks with Dan Kelly, President and CEO of the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB). They talk about Ontario being almost fully reopened, but how small and independent businesses are still struggling to stay afloat. They discuss why cutting support for these businesses would be a kill shot, why many businesses are still struggling to hire essential staff, & what these businesses need to be able to remain open. Let's get talking Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's that time of the week where we take a look past the veil into the stories that don't get the attention they deserve in Ottawa. Alex Pierson checks in with Managing Editor of Blacklock's Reporter Tom Korski. They talk about Canadians see China as the largest threat to our National Security, even more than Russia and North Korea. Next ,they discuss why Federal parties have placed rush orders on election ballots, and finally, they discuss why the CBC feels as though it is under immense financial pressure. Let's get talking Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Missed the show? No worries, we got you covered with the ON Point podcast. ON this episode, Alex talks with Yonah Budd, Co-Founder and Clinical Director of The Farm in Stouffville & Recover@Home, Addiction & Crisis Therapist, and Host of Road to Recovery on 640 Toronto Saturdays at 10:00 pm. They talk about the dangerous rise in eating disorders, and why we are lacking facilities to treat them.Next, Alex talks with Stephen Carter, President of Decide Campaigns. They talk about the legal battle the Greens are waging against Annamie Paul, and why she would deny there is any fighting.Finally, Alex talks with Jason Clemons, Executive Vice-President Fraser Institute. They discuss why our labour laws will need to be updated in this post COVID world. Let's get talking Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alex Pierson talks with Dorothy and Lily Kwan, a mother and her daughter who were attacked in broad daylight in the middle of a suburb in Scarborough, but were saved by their little Yorkie Macy. They talk about what might have prompted the attack, how Lily is doing, and Macy's recovery. Let's get talking Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Missed the show? No worries, we got you covered with the ON Point podcast. ON this episode, Alex talks with Paul Bennett, Director of School House Consulting & Author of "The State of the System". They talk about the history behind the residential school, what could be found there, and why there is a better chance for justice with this location.Next, Alex talks with Miles Smit, Honorary Director with Toronto Search and Rescue Marine. They talk about the wave of new boaters that are enjoying the waters around Ontario, but how a disturbing amount are very inexperienced. This has led to a wave of collisions, damages, and even deaths. Miles tells Alex some easy and safe ways to be responsible, and to still have a great time on the water.Finally, Alex talks with Joseph Neuberger, Criminal Justice Attorney with Neuberger & Partners LLP & Global News Radio legal expert. They talk about Kevin O'Leary testifying, and defending his wife in her boating related charge. Let's get talking Learn more about your ad choices.

Alex Pierson talks with Miles Smit, Honorary Director with Toronto Search and Rescue Marine. They talk about the wave of new boaters that are enjoying the waters around Ontario, but how a disturbing amount are very inexperienced. This has led to a wave of collisions, damages, and even deaths. Miles tells Alex some easy and safe ways to be responsible, and to still have a great time on the water. Let's get talking Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's that time of the week where we take a look past the veil into the stories that don't get the attention they deserve in Ottawa. Alex Pierson checks in with Managing Editor of Blacklock's Reporter Tom Korski. They talk about why Finance Minister and Deputy Prime Minster Chrystia Freeland was resistant to a legal tax cut for farmers and small businesses, why the Prime Minister spent over $100,000 on a YouTube video about slavery, why the Language Czar is investigating complaints against new Governor General Mary Simon, and why the RMCP find Bill C-36 extremely useful. Let's get talking Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Missed the show? No worries, we got you covered with the ON Point podcast. ON this episode, Alex talks with Robin Rickards, a Retired Corporal & Member of  ‘Not left behind’. They talk about why the Canadian government has been dragging its feet giving an exact timeline for extracting Afgan interpreters. Next, Alex talks with Melissa Mbarki, a Policy Analyst and Outreach Coordinator, Indigenous Policy Program, at the Macdonald-Laurier Institute. They discuss why Prime Minister Trudeau's virtue-signalling to indigenous peoples is meaningless and disingenuous.Finally, Alex talks with Natalie Harris, a City Councillor for Ward 6 in Barrie. They talk about what Natalie went through when the Tornado ripped through her neighbourhood and took the second floor completely off her house. Let's get talking Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alex talks with Natalie Harris, a City Councillor for Ward 6 in Barrie. They talk about what Natalie went through when the Tornado ripped through her neighbourhood and took the second floor completely off her house. Let's get talking Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's that time of the week where we take a look past the veil into the stories that don't get the attention they deserve in Ottawa. Alex Pierson checks in with Managing Editor of Blacklock's Reporter Tom Korski. They talk about why Cabinet quietly tried to rewrite quarantine rules affecting cross-border travellers, and why they spent 6 months to find a New Commissioner of Indigenous languages who also spoke french, and why that failed. And finally, they talk about the Bill that just won't die; Bill C-10. Let's get talking Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Missed the show? No worries, we got you covered with the ON Point podcast. ON this episode, Alex talks with Colonel MIchel Drapeau, with Michel Drapeau Law Office, who practices military law. They talk about former Chief of the Defence Staff, Jonathan Vance, being charged with obstruction of justice, and the potential backlash for the federal government.Alex also talks with two parents whose three-year-old daughter has a life-threatening disease. Shonna and Marco Fallico are searching around the world for a donor to save their daughter, Leia. Finally, Alex talks to John Robson, a columnist with the National Post, about Trudeau's changing stance when it comes to dealing with Cuba. Lets get talking Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices