The Russ Matthews Show

What Trudeau Taught Trump, Occupy Main Street & A Rally Response

Listen to RMS on your favourite podcast platform!Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5AQGuwEbzMf7aXLenZswOp?si=0Gb8JwwXQ82sGxxE5NF7YAApple Music: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-russ-matthews-show/id1795043898Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.ca/podcasts/c1884376-cf60-4379-bc74-5b764d142429/the-russ-matthews-show Tariffs, truckers, and tent cities—what do they all have in common? In this episode, Russ connects the dots between Trump’s tariffs, Trudeau’s Freedom Convoy response, and the lingering legacy of Occupy Wall Street. From economic populism to emergency powers, we explore how movements on the left and right are starting to sound eerily similar—and why that might be a sign of deeper structural issues.We also break down:Why many former protesters are now defending the very institutions they once opposedThe parallels between Bernie Sanders and BlackRock’s BessentThe risks of emergency powers and regulatory overreach in CanadaWhat Poilievre and Harper said at the latest Conservative rally—and what it really means

Racing Against The Biological Clock & Firing Everyone

Listen to RMS on your favourite podcast platform!Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/5AQGuwEbzMf7aXLenZswOp?si=0Gb8JwwXQ82sGxxE5NF7YA]Apple Music [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-russ-matthews-show/id1795043898]Amazon Music [ https://music.amazon.ca/podcasts/c1884376-cf60-4379-bc74-5b764d142429/the-russ-matthews-show] This week, Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre sparked outrage with comments about the "biological clock," leading some to label him anti-women—echoing criticisms of JD Vance in the U.S. But was it really that offensive, or just an uncomfortable truth about modern family formation? Meanwhile, firings are everywhere—Conservative candidates, a journalist, and a Liberal MP all found themselves on the chopping block. What does this say about the current political climate? Plus, Mark Carney’s housing plan promises 500,000 homes per year, but will it actually solve the crisis? We break down the roots of Canada’s housing affordability disaster—stimulus, immigration, and government-backed real estate safety nets. Also on deck: the fallout from the Paul Chiang story, Conservative candidate purges, media censorship, and why “fact-checking” might be dead.

Canada’s TikTok Election Takedown & Carney's D.O.G.E.

Election season is heating up, and there’s a lot to unpack. Canada’s new election content removal policies are being misrepresented—so what’s really happening? Meanwhile, Mark Carney is crafting his own version of DOGE, but no one’s talking about it. We’re diving into: 🔹 How misinformation is being weaponized in modern politics 🔹 TikTok’s role in election integrity—are takedowns justified or censorship? 🔹 The immigration debate: what’s real, what’s exaggerated, and what’s ignored 🔹 The global forces shaping Canada’s election—who’s really pulling the strings? 🔹 Poilievre vs. Carney: a battle of narratives, not just policies From tax cuts to foreign interference, we’re cutting through the noise and questioning the narratives being pushed. Is this election about Canada, or is it just another battleground for global power struggles? 🔔 Subscribe for more deep dives into the political and economic issues that matter.

Carney Got it Done & Pierre’s Big Mistake

On today’s episode of The Russ Matthews Show, we’re diving deep into the latest political shakeups in Canada and what they really mean. The brand new Prime Minister has axed the Carbon Tax—yes, the same tax that was once considered essential in the fight against climate change. Some are calling it hypocritical. I think they’re missing the point entirely. There’s a much bigger issue at play here. We’re also talking about the rising tariff tensions, Trump’s unpredictable moves, and how Elon and DOGE are leaving Canada stuck between a rock and a hard place. Even if you support smaller government, something’s not adding up. Plus, we’ll break down why the Liberals’ “Pierre is Trump” strategy is working… and why the Conservative response looks increasingly desperate. If you care about where Canada’s heading—and want to get beyond the headlines—you’ll want to hear this. Listen now on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Amazon Music. Don’t forget to rate, review, and let me know what you think! Listen to RMS on your favourite podcast platform!Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5AQGuwEbzMf7aXLenZswOp?si=0Gb8JwwXQ82sGxxE5NF7YAApple Music: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-russ-matthews-show/id1795043898Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.ca/podcasts/c1884376-cf60-4379-bc74-5b764d142429/the-russ-matthews-show

How to Fake a Leadership Race

How to Fake a Leadership Race | The Russ Matthews Show Canada’s highest national security agencies have released reports exposing how easy it is to manipulate political leadership races and nominations. And honestly? I don’t think I went far enough in my original take. In this episode, I break down why I believe the Liberal leadership race might not be as democratic as it seems. From Chrystia Freeland’s sudden resignation to Mark Carney’s seemingly unchallenged rise, there’s something strange going on—and I think you’ll agree. What We Cover: * How the leadership race drama unfolded (Freeland’s demotion, Carney’s rise) * Why Carney’s so-called "opponents" aren’t really running against him * The disqualification of Chandra Arya and the legitimacy concerns it raises * A bombshell report on foreign interference in Canadian politics * The media’s role in shaping the narrative * The real power of central banks & their impact on policy Is this just strategic political maneuvering, or is something much bigger at play? Let’s dive in. 🎧 Subscribe & Follow for more deep dives into politics, economics, and the hidden forces shaping our world. #Canada #Politics #LeadershipRace #MarkCarney #ChrystiaFreeland #LiberalParty #Election #RussMatthewsShow