Best Democracy Eventually Podcasts (2025)

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P.E.I. Burger Love winner leaves it all on the grill on cooking show 15:00

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5h ago15:00

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From the best of This is P.E.I.: The Island’s reigning burger love winner took her creation to national TV last spring. Danielle Casario learned that making four burgers for TV was tougher than pumping out 300 a day at her restaurant — but has no regrets about competing on the show. Thanks to Flavour Network for the use of audio in this episode. (O…

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Lennox Island’s fight to keep the Mi’kmaq language alive 25:44

8d ago25:44

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This year’s Christmas concert on P.E.I.’s Lennox Island First Nation included kids singing in Mi’kmaq. Delaney Kelly discovers it’s part of a multi-generational effort to keep the language thriving.

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Politics Vs Parenting: Why Control Breaks Trust, Relationships, & Democracy w/ Lura Forcum 47:33

13d ago47:33

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What if modern politics is failing for the same reason bad parenting fails? In this episode of Meyerside Chats, Evan Meyer sits down with political psychologist Lura Forcum, President of the Independence Center, to explore a powerful and uncomfortable truth: you can have control, or you can have a relationship—but not both. Using insights from psyc…

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Islanders are worried about democracy, should you be? 20:48

15d ago20:48

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President Trump has many Canadians worried about the future of our country. Mitch meets two lawyers reminding us how to stay strong and free.

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The Political Industrial Complex: How Consultants Shape Democracy w/ Eva Posner 53:25

18d ago53:25

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Ever wonder who actually shapes our elections — the candidates, the parties, or the consultants behind the scenes? In this episode of Meyerside Chats, Evan Meyer sits down with Eva Posner, founder of Evinco Strategies, a full-service Democratic consulting firm helping first-time and underrepresented candidates run and win all over the country. From…

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Something in the water, P.E.I. communities fight forever chemicals 11:25

22d ago11:25

11:25

A number of Island residents are dealing with water contaminated with PFAS. Connor Lamont looks at how the province is working to make the drinking water safe.

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Does P.E.I. need temporary foreign workers? Industries say yes, but economist warns of consequences 12:27

29d ago12:27

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Some sectors on P.E.I. rely significantly on temporary foreign workers, but an expert warns that growing dependence on the program could suppress wages and raise economic concerns. CBC P.E.I. web writer and reporter Thinh Nguyen has been digging into this and joins Mitch with the story.

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Why this P.E.I. community is changing its name 17:37

1M ago17:37

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The north shore community of Savage Harbour, P.E.I. is in the middle of changing its name, which was flagged as part of a national initiative to identify place names considered outdated or demeaning. The local Indigenous chief asked for the change in 2022, and after community consultation, residents have narrowed the options down to five possible n…

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This 14-year-old could be P.E.I.’s next professional golfer 16:29

2M ago16:29

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Hunter Burke is quickly making a name for himself in the world of junior golf. All while living in a province with a 6-month golf season. Mitch finds out how the 14-year-old and his dad have teamed up to grow his skills.

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How to Actually Fix U.S. Healthcare: HSAs, Price Transparency & Real Market Signals w/ Crom Carmichael 51:28

1M ago51:28

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Guest: Crom Carmichael – investor in 60+ startups, host of From Our Generation, and creator of Giants of Political Thought In this episode, Evan Meyer and Crom dig into why healthcare in America costs what it does — and what could truly fix it. They unpack how price transparency, Health Savings Accounts (HSAs), and market-driven competition could b…

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Dry P.E.I. summer leads to flood of irrigation requests 18:08

2M ago18:08

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Many P.E.I. farmers are looking to irrigate more land after spending much of the summer under drought conditions. Mitch explores how the application process works and what rules protect your drinking water.

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These two Islanders will fix our doctor shortage (eventually) 18:44

2M ago18:44

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Hailey Brake and Dan MacDonald are part of the first group of medical learners at UPEI’s new $90-million medical school. Mitch asks if learning at home was part of the decision.

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Bipartisanship, Structural Partisanship, Activists vs Jurors & Comfort w/ Ambiguity | Shannon Watson 50:20

2M ago50:20

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Support the show About Evan Meyer Tech entrepreneur and civic leader - he founded mygovtools.org, a platform to drive government efficiency, constituent representation, and civic engagement; BeautifyEarth.com, a platform accelerating urban beautification through art; and its sister nonprofit, transforming schools in underserved areas. He also co-fo…

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How AI could help local government 13:30

2M ago13:30

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Summerside, P.E.I. is looking at how AI can be used at city hall. Its wrapping up its call for citizens to sit on a committee on the topic. Mitch speaks to councillor Nick Cameron about why they wanted to do this work.

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S03E14—Finale—Fate of the World 2:30:31

2M ago2:30:31

2:30:31

Hatchet and Frank and their party have arrived in Mountown, ready to confront the army and whoever might be leading them.

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What’s new at UPEI, from the struggles of international students to new and growing programs 22:00

2M ago22:00

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We visited the UPEI Campus in Charlottetown to talk to students and profs about what’s happening. Mitch speaks to international students Lian Camargo and Sushil Khatri, Indigenous Studies minor Grace McQuaid, dean of Indigenous Studies Angelina Weenie and instructor David Varis, and three people involved in the Clinical Simulation and Learning Cent…

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The P.E.I. connection between lobster and lemon meringue pies 11:37

3M ago11:37

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After 50 years, Joan Blanchard is hanging up her whisk. She’s made thousands of mile-high lemon meringue pies for the New Glasgow Lobster Suppers. We catch up with Joan and also hear from the co-owner of the lobster suppers about how the pies gained such notoriety.

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The farm is the lab: How PEI farmers and scientists are teaming up 17:59

3M ago17:59

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P.E.I.’s Living Labs program gets researchers out onto farms to test out management practices and new technologies. As Mitch hears, the program is so successful, it’s become a model for other places.

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This P.E.I. family has 20 million YouTube followers. Here’s how they got there 18:05

3M ago18:05

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This time around we meet the Santiago family from Summerside, who have hit the YouTube jackpot on their channel, Diary of 4.

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Island influencers: meet the people behind two of P.E.I.'s most popular accounts 19:30

3M ago19:30

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This week Mitch chats with two digital creators learning the pleasure and pressure of being an online influencer.

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S03E13—Homeward Bound 46:17

3M ago46:17

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The party make their way toward Mountown and the impending battle. --- Join the Discord https://rollforfriendship.com/discord

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These teens have ideas about how AI can improve health care 17:04

4M ago17:04

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A group of high school students went to a summer camp at UPEI to create the future of health care using artificial intelligence as the foundation. Mitch speaks to four of them about the ideas and models they came up with.

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S03E12—Democracy Manifest 48:14

4M ago48:14

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Hatchet and Frank navigate the strange vision they find themselves in, hoping to get some sort of information. --- Join the Discord https://rollforfriendship.com/discord

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Why this 92-year-old meat-cutter still works every day 9:34

4M ago9:34

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For this butcher in Clyde River, work keeps him young … at heart. Mervin MacPhee is 92, and part of a fourth-generation abattoir. From custom work at the butcher block to making deliveries, he has no plans to slow down.

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Exploring Island history on foot: three P.E.I. walking tours 20:59

5M ago20:59

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There is so much to see on P.E.I. in the summertime, and one of the best ways to do it is to take a walk. Mitch talks to three local guides who offer distinct walking tours that explore Island history.

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Inside California’s Bill Process: Power, Politics & Transparency | Senator Roger Niello 36:29

5M ago36:29

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How do bills really get passed — or stopped — in California? 🏛️ In this episode of Meyerside Chats, Evan Meyer sits down with California State Senator Roger Niello (6th District, Vice Chair of the Senate Budget Committee) to discuss: - The real process behind passing legislation — and why some bills never see a vote. - The Title & Summary Bill and …

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Why P.E.I. can’t stop after record housing starts 12:56

5M ago12:56

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The Island’s building boom is easy to see. New projects are everywhere as housing starts hit a new high in the province last year. Thinh Nguyen tells Mitch why even more new homes will have to be built every year to keep housing affordable.

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How a love of Anne of Green Gables turned into an Order of Canada 9:46

5M ago9:46

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The founder of P.E.I.’s L.M. Montgomery Institute has been named to the Order of Canada — an honour she says is for the entire team at the institute and the MacNeill family, Montgomery’s descendants.

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From City Council to Reform Leader: Vijay Luthra on UK Politics, NHS Change & Public Service 35:15

6M ago35:15

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In this episode of Meyerside Chats, I sit down with Vijay Luthra—a UK-based public service reformist, ex-councilmember, and management consultant—to explore the future of government, the crisis in public trust, and why systems must evolve to meet 21st-century challenges. We dive into small “p” vs. big “P” politics, the transformation of the NHS, tr…

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These DJs are bringing international beats to P.E.I. 19:00

6M ago19:00

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P.E.I.’s DJ scene is expanding. Mitch speaks to two DJs, Javier Fernandez and Madhave, who moved here from other countries about the new sounds they brought with them.

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A teacher's dying wish: Pam’s playground 7:52

6M ago7:52

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When Pam Kelly died of cancer in 2022, her obituary asked for donations to the playground fund at the school where she taught. Now, her dream is a reality. Mitch visits Pam’s playground to learn about the legacy of the teacher who began it all.

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Mayor Lana Negrete on Fighting Bureaucracy, Homelessness & Starting Up in Santa Monica 53:27

6M ago53:27

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Support the show About Evan Meyer Tech entrepreneur and civic leader - he founded mygovtools.org, a platform to drive government efficiency, constituent representation, and civic engagement; BeautifyEarth.com, a platform accelerating urban beautification through art; and its sister nonprofit, transforming schools in underserved areas. He also co-fo…

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The enduring power of a red-headed orphan from P.E.I. 18:47

6M ago18:47

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P.E.I. has long been a draw for fans of L.M. Montgomery and Anne of Green Gables. Now, online book influencers are bringing literary tours here — and Megan Follows, the actor who created an iconic version of Anne in the 1980s, is creating a documentary about the famous character.

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California Assemblyman Rick Zbur & Santa Monica Mayor Lana Negrete on Cross-Jurisdictional Partnerships 25:12

6M ago25:12

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Support the show About Evan Meyer Tech entrepreneur and civic leader - he founded mygovtools.org, a platform to drive government efficiency, constituent representation, and civic engagement; BeautifyEarth.com, a platform accelerating urban beautification through art; and its sister nonprofit, transforming schools in underserved areas. He also co-fo…

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How one P.E.I. community healed its doctor dilemma 20:21

7M ago20:21

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Christmas cookies and fitness boot camps might just be the way to a health professional’s heart. Mitch learns how a tiny community in P.E.I. is leading the way in attracting health professionals to rural practice.

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Why a P.E.I. bistro is filling its fryers with beef tallow 20:11

7M ago20:11

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Pedro’s Island Eatery in North Rustico is switching from seed oil to beef tallow because the owners says it tastes better and is healthier for his customers. Mitch speaks with him and a registered dietitian to break down the hype around seed oils.

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Island in the Sun: Why P.E.I. needs a heat alert system 19:26

7M ago19:26

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P.E.I.'s climate is getting hotter, and the provincial government is creating a new system to try to keep vulnerable Islanders cool and healthy in the face of climate change. Mitch speaks to the Island's Chief Public Health Officer and someone who oversees these systems across the country.

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Living on the front lines of climate change 18:39

7M ago18:39

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Life on P.E.I. means being acutely aware of the threat of a changing climate. These three Islanders are talking about responding to climate change at the Charlottetown Forum at the Confederation Centre. Mitch gets a preview of the conversation.

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Can we breed a new kind of oyster on P.E.I.? 14:08

8M ago14:08

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Last summer, a parasite infecting P.E.I. oysters sent a chill through the industry. One hatchery claims it’s growing oyster seed resistant to the disease. But is it too good to be true? CBC reporter Nancy Russell visited the new hatchery.

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P.E.I. Burger Love winner leaves it all on the grill on cooking show 15:11

8M ago15:11

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P.E.I.’s reigning burger love winner took her creation to national TV a few weeks ago. Danielle Casario learned that making four burgers for TV was tougher than pumping out 300 a day at her restaurant — but has no regrets about competing on the show. Thanks to Corus Entertainment for the use of audio on today's episode.…

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Can presumed consent improve organ donation? 20:27

8M ago20:27

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P.E.I. is considering presumed consent for organ donation. Nova Scotia is the only province where everyone is considered an organ donor unless you opt-out. Mitch explores if education over legislation is a better way to have more Islanders donating organs and tissue.

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S03E11—What Dreams May Come 42:28

8M ago42:28

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Hatchet and Frank find themselves in new bodies in some sort of dream reality. --- Join the Discord https://rollforfriendship.com/discord

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Could this new degree help get P.E.I. to net zero? 14:01

8M ago14:01

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UPEI’s newest degree aims to teach students how to improve environmental sustainability across various sectors. Mitch speaks to Marva Sweeney-Nixon, one of the people who helped design the Cleantech program to find out how she did it and why it’s necessary.

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Santa Monica x Los Angeles: Collaboration to Solve Homelessness, Community Safety & more 24:44

8M ago24:44

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In this powerful episode, Evan Meyer sits down with Santa Monica Mayor Lana Negrete and Los Angeles Councilmember Traci Park to explore how two neighboring cities are breaking down silos to address homelessness, emergency response, and community safety. From invisible borders on the beach to upcoming global events like the Olympics, this conversati…

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Is Tourism P.E.I.’s deal with the NHL good for Islanders? 13:44

9M ago13:44

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The government of P.E.I. could spend up to $8 million over three years being the National Hockey League’s official travel destination. Mitch asks a sports marketing expert if a provincial government should be playing at that level or stick with the beer league.

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S03E10—Big Trouble in Little Felise 53:45

9M ago53:45

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Hatchet and Frank successfully dealt with the threat of the Undying but it appears to have caused other problems...

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Menopause is having a minute on PEI 21:52

9M ago21:52

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Mitch meets two women who aren’t afraid to talk about menopause in public. They’re also working to build community and safe spaces on PEI to navigate the inevitability of hormonal change.

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What more privatized health care could mean for Islanders 20:07

9M ago20:07

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The P.E.I. government says it plans to expand the private delivery of health care for Islanders. As long as you don't pay out of pocket, does it matter if the clinic you go to is privately run? We'll take a dive into that issue with CBC P.E.I. legislative reporter Kerry Campbell.

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S03E09—All Eyes On Me 48:33

9M ago48:33

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Some unknown force threatens the city and Hatchet and Jenna rush from the palace to meet it.

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How a P.E.I. farm equipment mechanic served his country as a spy 29:46

9M ago29:46

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Charlottetown’s Cliff Stewart swore an oath, and he kept it. Until the laws changed and he could share his story of living in the shadows as a war-era spy. As CBC’s Laura Chapin retires after a long career, this week we’re sharing her documentary, A Man Most Ordinary, that originally aired in 2009.