Best Jeremy Appel Podcasts (2025)

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Vote Palestine! 51:26

7d ago51:26

51:26

Find out why and how the Palestinian Youth Movement (PYM) chose to intervene in the 2025 Federal Election. VotePalestine.ca is more than a listing of candidates who have signed onto the Palestinian Platform. Yara Shoufani of the PYM explains the strategy behind the campaign, their expectations of politicians and, its long terms goals around mobiliz…

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How to Take Down Amazon, with Jon Milton 38:33

14d ago38:33

38:33

In January 2024, shortly after workers in their Laval location had unionized, Amazon announced the closure of its facilities in Quebec. In a most egregious union busting moves, Amazon left 2,000 people out of work and walked away from significant investments in infrastructure to make sure workers wouldn't get a say in their conditions. Jon Milton, …

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Colonialism and Capitalism: Bryan Palmer on Canadian History 1:22:35

19d ago1:22:35

1:22:35

Support our podcast! Team Advantage sits down with Bryan D. Palmer on his stop through Calgary to discuss his new book, and discuss how labour and anti-colonial movements have historically challenged the Canadian state. We ask what it might take to forge a united front and what the present moment of Canadian Nationalism might mean for left politics…

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Lax’yip Firekeepers: Giving Voice to a Generation 43:48

21d ago43:48

43:48

The Prince Rupert Gas Transmission Pipeline, if built, would transport Liquified Natural Gas (LNG) 800 km, across 1,000 different waterways. Its approval is based on an inadequate, outdated environmental assessment and the youth of the Gitz’an Nation are not having it. Indigenous activist Drew Harris from the Lax-yip Firekeepers talks about steppin…

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Student Hunger Strike - Only a Matter of Time 55:08

28d ago55:08

55:08

Student activists at two University of Colombia (UBC) campuses have decided upon one of the most extreme forms of non-violent protest - a hunger strike. It wasn’t a brash decision by any means, and it is by far the first tactic they’ve deployed. In this episode, they detail just how they got to this point of escalation in their efforts to have thei…

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Basis of Unity: Vancouver Tenants Union 1:04:36

1M ago1:04:36

1:04:36

"The Tenant Class is Here" and they are a force to be reckoned with. Vancouver Tenants Union organizers Asura Enkhbayar and Ben Ger provide insight into their work building power from below, some of it in neighbourhoods with the highest concentration of renters on the continent. The variety of campaigns they’ve got going on doesn’t just speak to th…

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Refusing to Enlist 40:27

1M ago40:27

40:27

Two Refuseniks from Tel Aviv talk candidly about Israeli society's reaction to their movement and the supports they've created to make it easier for more youth to refuse enlistment in the IDF. Tal Mitnik and Einat Gerlitz share their story, while also acknowledging despite all they've been through during their stints in military prison, it can't co…

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Student Suppression By Any Means Necessary, with Jeremy Appel 57:07

2M ago57:07

57:07

Journalist Jeremy Appel has uncovered proof Danielle Smith's government set the stage for universities in Alberta to quickly and violently have student encampments cleared from their campuses. The timeline of evidence predates the protest, with numerous communications disseminating Zionist talking points and demonizing the Palestinian solidarity mo…

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Trying to Silence Yves Engler 1:16:09

2M ago1:16:09

1:16:09

Episode 173 Journalist and Activist Yves Engler discusses the charges against him, the very thing Montreal Police tried to stop him from doing. As Yves tells the story of his arrest and the five days he spend in jail fighting suppressive bail conditions, he reflects on the supports he received, Canada's history of attacking activists, and the deepe…

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Imagined Alberta: Western Canadian National Fantasies 47:42

2M ago47:42

47:42

WARNING: This episode begins with slam poetry. Team Advantage subjects themselves to some favourite books of UCP ministers and Western Standard columnists in search of the intellectual basis for justifying an independent Albertan nation. We find bad poetry, absurd race science, and convenient economic motivations. We contend that there is a long-st…

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A Space to Exist: School Boards and Anti-Palestinian Racism 55:05

2M ago55:05

55:05

Toronto Palestinian Families and Toronto Jewish Families talk about their within the Toronto District School Board. Their most recent campaign was in response to a report submitted to and adopted by TDSB Trustees that explicitly conflates the political ideology of Zionism with Jewish identity. Iman and Lev both testify to an environment rife with a…

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Process as Punishment: Prosecution of Protest 56:14

3M ago56:14

56:14

Movement lawyers Nora Fathalipour and Arash Ghiassi have their hands full defending activists targeted by Police and prosecutors, particularly in Ontario where a Hate Crimes Working Group in the Attorney General's office has an explicitly racist mandate. Hear first hand the process police and the Crown are putting people through in order to intimid…

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Watching Cops: Advice for Activists 57:45

3M ago57:45

57:45

The Orange Hats join host Jessa McLean to share some of the knowledge they've acquired by documenting the Toronto Police harass, intimidate and brutalize activists at actions. Hear stories from the front lines, learn some of the dangerous trends in policing, and get LOTS of tips on how navigate the tactics being deployed against our movements. All …

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Ceasefire Now What? 55:30

3M ago55:30

55:30

Unpacking the ceasefire and our feelings around it isn't easy, so who better to help us than Fatima Saleh and Anna Lippman? These two Palestinian Solidarity Activists have been at the front lines for a ceasefire for 15 months, a Free Palestine even longer. How are they feeling about seeing people return to the north of Gaza, or about Trump's commen…

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Doug Ford's Toxic Relationship with Enbridge Feat. Fatima Syed of the Narwhal 37:23

3M ago37:23

37:23

Frenzied communications, coordinated attacks on regulators, and a report withheld from the public...hear it all from someone with their eye on Ontario's energy portfolio, Investigative Journalist Fatima Syed of The Narwhal. Fatima joins Host Jessa McLean for a deep dive into Ontario Premier Doug Ford's troubling relationship with natural gas and it…

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James Wilt on the Winnipeg Police 1:24:51

3M ago1:24:51

1:24:51

Support this podcast! The Winnipeg Police Service is 100 years old - a century they've used to repress dissent, censor media, bungle investigations and devour city budgets. Author James Wilt joins Team Advantage to discuss his new book, Dogged and Destructive: Essays on the Winnipeg Police which explores this history of policing, resistance, and wh…

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107: Justin Trudon't (with Jeremy Appel) 1:31:32

3M ago1:31:32

1:31:32

Jeremy Appel joins the show to talk about Justin Trudeau stepping down as Liberal leader, his legacy, where this country is headed, the failures of neoliberalism and much more. support this show on Patreon http://patreon.com/robrousseau catch TRRS live at http://www.twitch.tv/robrousseau

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Reimagining Politics and Demystifying Communism with ARC 1:21:57

4M ago1:21:57

1:21:57

An interview with the Atlantic Regional Communists who were founded through a disillusionment with the 'bourgeoise Canadian political system'. Rather than simply starting a new Party, they have created something entirely different. With so many of us looking for alternative ways to engage in politics, this discussion is great for those trying to de…

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CUPW: Right to Strike? 39:43

4M ago39:43

39:43

After almost five weeks on the line, a 96% strike mandate and many concessions, Canadian Postal Workers weren't able to have a say in their contract, yet again. What does it mean when one of the strongest unions in Canada hasn't been able to negotiate a fair deal in 12+ years? Find out from the rank and file what happened and where they can go from…

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Jews Say No to Genocide 48:16

4M ago48:16

48:16

Two organizers from this growing coalition unpack their recent action on Parliament Hill, and the identity crisis being purposely crafted by the Israeli lobby to thwart the work being done to liberate Palestine. Serena Sairan and Lauren Moses-Brettler, both from Jews Say No to Genocide, join Host Jessa McLean, for a discussion about individual resp…

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Rabble Rants: Deny, Defend, Depose 42:45

5M ago42:45

42:45

What are we to think of the public's response to United Health CEO Brian Thompson's death? Cross-posted from our Rabble Rants feed: Hosts Jessa McLean and Santiago Helou Quintero provide a class analysis of the case and the media frenzy around it. They also give insight into just how bad a company United Health is, and what our reactions should be …

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Vote Harder! Justice Warriors 2 w/ Matt Bors and Ben Clarkson 22:04

5M ago22:04

22:04

It’s election season in Bubble City, the ultra-protected enclave that keeps the rich safe from the mutants of the so-called Uninhabited Zone. When veteran officer Swamp Cop embarks on a dangerous undercover mission, politics just might wind up coming between him and his beloved partner, Officer Schitt. Team Advantage chats with Matt Bors and Ben Cl…

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Change Course: Stigmatizing Capitalism on Campus 59:39

5M ago59:39

59:39

Climate justice organizers talk about the changing landscape of campus organizing across Turtle Island, divestment as a tactic and the increasingly heavy hand of university administrators in so-called Canada. Celine, Levi and Evelyn all came to Change Course from different backgrounds and with slightly different political priorities, as we all do, …

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106: Trials & Denazification (with Duncan Kinney) 53:48

5M ago53:48

53:48

49th Parahell is back again and so is returning guest Duncan Kinney, host of the Progress Report, to discuss Canadian Nazi monuments, our disturbing and mostly-hidden fascist history, and how he himself has become a part of this story after being charged with vandalizing one of these monuments in Edmonton a few years ago. Support the Duncan Kinney …

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Canada's Hot Union Summer: what comes next? 51:18

5M ago51:18

51:18

This past year saw a sequence of labour unrest: Teamsters locked out of both CPKC and CN railways, Westjet mechanics striking over Canada Day long weekend, Air Canada pilots reaching a last-minute deal, grain terminal workers in Vancouver striking, and dockworkers getting locked out in Montreal. How is the post-war labour "peace" holding up, and sh…

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Being Pragmatic: Inside the NS NDP 1:11:24

5M ago1:11:24

1:11:24

The Nova Scotia NDP recently removed a candidate over their support for Palestine. This isn't the first time, not for the NS NDP or its counterparts across Canada. This episode provides insight into why so many members choose to stay and what the detriments of that are. For an even deeper dive, check out our podcast playlist, INSIDE THE NDP. ______…

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Posties on Strike! On the Picket Line with CUPW 14:25

5M ago14:25

14:25

The 55,000 members of the Canadian Union of Postal Workers have been on a nationwide strike since November 15th after negotiations at the bargaining table stalled with their employer Canada Post. Workers are fighting to protect pensions, improve working conditions, and a wage increase that keeps pace with inflation. As CUPW enters its second week o…

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Masking as a Revolutionary Act 48:09

5M ago48:09

48:09

COVID AWARE ORGANIZING If we're going to build accessible, safe spaces to organize, that needs to include ways to reduce COVID transmissions amongst our comrades. Shira Lurie, a COVID aware activist with Protect our Province Nova Scotia (POPNS) and Mask for Mask Queers, joins host Jessa McLean to give easy, affordable precautions we can incorporate…

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The IHRA, Fascism and Upholding Colonial Violence 50:48

6M ago50:48

50:48

Canada recently adopted the IHRA definition of antisemitism, which is nothing but unmasked anti-Palestinian racism that looks to criminalize criticisms of Israeli State. The Ontario Progressive Conservatives are going to pay organizations like CIJA $550 million to teach that definition in schools. Our hosts remind us all of this is coming at a time…

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Democrats Lose. Our Plans Stay the Same. 15:42

6M ago15:42

15:42

We will remember this 5th of November. A bonus Rabble Rants for the Blueprints of Disruption audience in response to the 2024 U.S. Presidential election. While some blame voters and activists, our hosts examine how the DNC is to blame and what the results mean for the movements we feature on the show. To be sure you don't miss another Rabble Rants,…

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Activate the Tenant Class with the Neighbourhood Organizing Centre 54:59

6M ago54:59

54:59

This installment of the TENANT POWER series features three members of the Ottawa Neighbourhood Organizing Centre (NOC) and their work supporting tenants in their fight against landlords, and of course, capitalism. The work of the NOC began in the most organic way. By going into their community and talking to as many people as possible. Listening to…

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Defending Against Demovictions w/Bank Block Tenants 46:22

6M ago46:22

46:22

The wealthy bought up the neighbourhood like their own personal game of Monopoly. Now they want to tear down some of the only affordable units in Ottawa - places where some of called home for 40 years. Demovictions, like renovictions are eating away at the bottom of the housing market, targeting low cost rentals and turning them into places most pe…

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Support Systems Amid State Suppression 1:12:12

6M ago1:12:12

1:12:12

Support Systems Amid State Suppression with Dalia Awwad and Rachelle Friesen, both members of the Toronto Legal Support Committee. Toronto Police have escalated their harassment and surveillance of Palestinian solidarity activists across the City, with arrests nearing 100. Our guests provide firsthand accounts of the oppressive tactics being used a…

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The Right to Resist 1:02:35

7M ago1:02:35

1:02:35

Journalist and human rights lawyer, Dimitri Lascaris on Lebanon, the resistance and bringing down an apartheid state. After returning from his fourth trip to Beirut in the past year, Lascaris describes the changes he's seen in Lebanon, laments on the depravity of our politicians and the need to reassert the right to armed resistance for the Palesti…

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Unverified: The Grind Exposes New Lows in Canadian Media 51:14

7M ago51:14

51:14

Unverified: The Grind Uncovers New Lows in Canadian Media Journalist Dave Gray-Donald from the GrindTO spent months analyzing Canadian media reports and attempting to hold his follow journalists accountable for repeatedly printing unverified claims about October 7th, 2023. His piece, Global News and Postmedia Refuse to Correct Oct. 7 Falsehoods exp…

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Kenney vs Jeremy Appel 58:41

7M ago58:41

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In this live recording, Jeremy tells us how Kenney has shaped Alberta politics, and expounds on his ideological commitments, his flair for conspiracy and his effective use of political stunts. We also learn of Kenney's taste in music and get Jeremy's response to the toughest question he's been asked since the book came out. Order Kenneyism by Jerem…

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Shifting Gears: Climate Justice Toronto 53:44

7M ago53:44

53:44

Decades of climate organizing hasn't really produced many victories to feed off of. Why? Climate Justice Toronto took a hard look at the environmentalist movement, studied Labour organizing models and decided to undertake a major shift in their work. One that focused on actually challenging points of power while building their own. Hear how they we…

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Harm Reduction and Safe Consumption 51:17

7M ago51:17

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Harm reduction advocates have their work cut out for them in this current political climate that has Provincial governments targeting their services using dehumanization language and legislation. Ola Skudlarska, of the Leslieville Harm Reduction Coalition helps myth bust some of the commonly used narratives to criminalize and displace people who us…

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Reclaiming Social Housing with 230 Fightback 1:02:05

8M ago1:02:05

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230 Fightback has been battling over a crucial piece of real estate in downtown Toronto for a very long time. A real estate investment company, Kingsett Capital is who owns the building, but their fight has been just as hampered by Toronto City Hall. Hear how the campaign persisted through organizational changes, set backs and discouragement from t…

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On ADHD 1:00:30

8M ago1:00:30

1:00:30

Our hosts get personal with their lived experiences with ADHD. Its a very candid discussion on how ADHD impacts their lives, the accommodations that help them thrive and the politics behind preventing us from realizing more inclusive spaces for neurodivergent folks. The episode was largely left uncut to better demonstrate some of the very character…

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Blueprints of a Rent Strike Victory 41:54

8M ago41:54

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Hear a story of tenants forming a union to fight back against a slumlord, going on Rent Strike and winning! Bruno, an organizer with York-South Weston Tenants Union is back to share a victory from an unlikely place, the Ontario Landlord Tenant Board. We previously heard from Bruno on one of our favourite episodes, Blueprints of a Rent Strike. We do…

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Haiti's Multinational Security Problem 1:17:09

8M ago1:17:09

1:17:09

Canada's has deep ties to Haiti's current political dilemma, and deep pockets when it comes to meddling in their democracy. Since 2022, that is $300 million and counting. Teacher and writer Travis Ross, of the Canada-Haiti Information Project gets us up to speed on what is happening on the ground in Haiti right now and how we got there. It includes…

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Exposing Lies about Canada's Arms Trade with The Maple 52:43

8M ago52:43

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Alex Cosh, Managing Editor at The Maple joins us to talk about their work holding the powerful accountable. Their most recent story, ignored by Canadian media, is explosive, as it proves Trudeau has been lying about an arms embargo with Israel. There is lots to learn about the Canadian arms trade if we're going to shut it down. We also talk about t…

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