Best Lobotomy Network Podcasts (2026)

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How some migrant farm workers wind up exploited under the Temporary Foreign Worker program 28:41

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Canada’s agriculture industry employs tens of thousands of temporary foreign workers to help pick the produce that winds up on your plate. While many see this as a lifeline, a way to earn money to send to families back home, there are concerns the system is set up to exploit, and in some cases, abuse them. Robert Cribb, founder and director of the …

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Food safety fail: The hidden risks in Alberta restaurants 19:33

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Do you really know how safe your restaurant meal is? MacEwan University Associate Professor Steve Lillebuen joins Dave Breakenridge to uncover what an investigation found in Edmonton kitchens and what needs to change in food safety. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Postmedia

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What we know about the alleged ‘deputy’ in the cocaine ring led by a former Vice editor 28:36

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A Vice Canada scandal resurfaces — new details about a former staffer accused of helping run an international cocaine ring. Adrian Humphreys joins Dave Breakenridge to discuss the “deputy” at the centre of the case. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Postmedia

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Canada's fentanyl crisis now claiming the lives of babies and toddlers 16:25

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Under watch: Iran’s reach into Canada 21:20

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The Iranian government is viewed by Canada and others as a human rights violator and sponsor of terrorism. Many in Canada’s Iranian diaspora oppose the regime, but some fear spying and intimidation. Reporter Tom Blackwell joins Dave Breakenridge to discuss these concerns and the federal government's response. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…

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The rise of involuntary addiction treatment in B.C. 21:04

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Canada’s drug crisis has some policy makers looking away from measures such as harm reduction and toward expansion of treatment beds. And along with that has come discussion of measures to compel addicts into treatment. Vancouver Sun reporter Lori Culbert joins Dave Breakenridge to discuss how involuntary treatment works, the legal questions around…

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Can Carney deliver? Liberals' ambitious fall session begins 24:17

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MPs returned to Ottawa this week for what’s expected to be a busy legislative session, as Mark Carney’s Liberals look to make headway on its lofty agenda. But with big ideas can come issues around execution, politics, and how to pay for it all. National Post politics writer Simon Tuck joins me to discuss Carney’s priorities for the fall, how the go…

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Why Gen Zs are freezing their eggs and sharing their stories 21:40

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Canadian women are changing the conversation around when and how they want to have babies, with many of them opting to freeze their eggs. And more and more, led by Gen Z, they’re having the conversation online. Calgary Herald reporter Devika Desai joins Dave Breakenridge to explore why, and how social media is shaping the conversation. Learn more a…

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Psychosurgery is back — but this isn’t your grandfather’s lobotomy 22:30

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Modern brain surgery for mental health, like OCD, is far more precise than past methods like lobotomies—but is it safer or more ethical? Reporter Sharon Kirkey joins Dave Breakenridge to explore the history, new tech, and lingering concerns. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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260: Hasagun Boyd 1:01:54

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Geoff is joined by Amir, Allie, Anya, and Casey for the last FREE episode of The Headgum Podcast. They discuss moving to Patreon, play New Joyce, hear a brand new rice song, and Allie has a surprise for Geoff! Join us over on Headgum’s Patreon! And tune into our YouTube channel for our livestream celebrating the launch! TODAY, Friday June 20 at 2pm…

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259: Marika Lobotomy Reveal 51:20

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Marika, Anya, and Casey join Geoff to discuss Casey’s movie, Marika's brain, and the Twilight franchise, before taking some calls! » FOLLOW Geoff on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geoffreyjames/ » FOLLOW Marika on Letterboxd: https://www.letterboxd.com/marikaelon/ » FOLLOW Casey on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caseydonahue/ » FOLLOW A…

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258: Worst Episode Ever 8 48:41

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Storm warning! Allie, Brad, and Amir join Geoff for a spiritual vote of no confidence episode, where they play Would You Cook That, and New Names For You! » FOLLOW Geoff on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geoffreyjames/ » FOLLOW Amir on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amir/ » FOLLOW Allie on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/gluingshitonpaper…

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Canada's throne speech had a royal twist 20:46

7M ago20:46

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King Charles delivered Canada’s throne speech, emphasizing sovereignty after U.S. annexation comments. Catherine Levesque breaks down his message, the Carney government’s priorities, and what’s ahead in the short spring session. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Postmedia

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257: Junguncular 44:24

7M ago44:24

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Will, Allie, and Grace join Geoff over zoom to discuss Kelsey Grammer, being junguncular, and play Greenlight or Nah, before participating in the auditory nightmare Oops All Anxiety segment! » FOLLOW Geoff on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geoffreyjames/ » FOLLOW Will on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/willconover/ » FOLLOW Allie on Twit…

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256: New Royce 50:16

7M ago50:16

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Studio H welcomes travellers, domestic and international! Joel and Grace join Geoff, Amir, and Marika over zoom, to play New Royce, Pump The Frakes: Beyond Relief, and view their Headgumstones! » FOLLOW Geoff on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geoffreyjames/ » FOLLOW Joel on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joelmandunoff/ » FOLLOW Marika o…

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Prime Minister Mark Carney’s cabinet, lack of budget raise questions for Canadians 19:21

8M ago19:21

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Prime Minister Mark Carney and his Liberal government are charting a new course after a surprise election win, but his cabinet choices and decision not to table a budget have raised questions. National Post columnist Tasha Kheiriddin joins the show to discuss the key challenges ahead, Carney’s cabinet, and what the lack of a budget means for Canadi…

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255: Oops All Producers 2 54:34

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Headgum’s contractors - Amelia, Richelle, Kevin, and Sam - join Geoff and Allie to play Would You Wear That, Cut or Nah, before getting to know each other better by answering Geoffrey’s many questions! » FOLLOW Geoff on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geoffreyjames/ » FOLLOW Allie on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/gluingshitonpaper/ » FOLLOW Am…

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254: Feminist Cory (w/ Business Casual!) 1:27:46

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Business Casual returns! Cory, Hunter, Jeremy, and Intern Andrew join Geoff, Marika, Allie, Anya, and Casey in studio G, to assess the Height of Dwights, discern which are the actual final words of famous authors, and answer Geoff’s endless questions! » FOLLOW Jeremy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeremyelderr/ » FOLLOW Cory on Instagram: …

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253: Corporate Jingle 45:36

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Geoff is joined in Studio H by Anya, Allie, Amir, and Grace, to discuss Anya Business, play Name That Tune: Royalty Free Edition, and find out how long it would take to produce enough hair grease to fry a single corndog! » FOLLOW Geoff on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geoffreyjames/ » FOLLOW Amir on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amir/…

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252: Dumption (w/ Karan Menon!) 59:18

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Karan Menon (Think Tank) joins Allie, Amir, Casey, and Geoff to play Allie’s Sallies and Vote or Don’t! Plus, Geoff revives an instant classic segment! » FOLLOW Karan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/citizens_create/ » FOLLOW Allie on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/gluingshitonpaper/ » FOLLOW Geoff on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geof…

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Where has Canada gone wrong? National Post's Tristin Hopper counts the ways 27:57

9M ago27:57

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Is Canada really getting it right? Tristin Hopper joins Dave Breakenridge to discuss his new book on where the country may be falling short—and what it means for the federal election. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Postmedia

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251: Blunt Force Karma (w/ Cecily Breaux!) 58:14

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Cecily Breaux (I'm A Good Person) joins Geoff, Amir, Allie, and Will to discuss the oscars, Cecily’s Sesame, childhood bullying, before playing two brand new segments - Dealbreakers, and Rutherford B. Or Sean! » FOLLOW Cecily on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cecilybreaux/ » FOLLOW Geoff on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geoffreyjames/ …

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Party leaders trying to set themseleves apart during Montreal debates 27:23

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With election day nearing, party leaders gear up for debates. Chris Nardi joins Dave Breakenridge to discuss how Carney and Poilievre differ, debate expectations, and the NDP's position. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Postmedia

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250: Fish and Chai 42:04

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Marika, Emma, and Amir join Geoff to discuss reverse uni and Emma’s Trilemmas, before playing Two Chais and a Lie, and engaging in a good old fashioned glaring contest! » FOLLOW Geoff on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geoffreyjames/ » FOLLOW Amir on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amir/ » FOLLOW Marika on Instagram: https://www.instagram…

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Quebec is spending millions to subsidize English-speaking students with French citizenship 15:54

9M ago15:54

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A Montreal Gazette investigation shows a program meant for Francophone cooperation has been funding tuition for non-French-speaking foreign students, while Quebec raises fees for out-of-province English students. Reporter Andy Riga discusses the program’s purpose, the students' origins, and its cost to taxpayers. Learn more about your ad choices. V…

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249: Vitamin G 57:48

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Geoff welcomes Amir, Marika, and Allie to the Geoprah Winfrey Show! They discuss their health, Geoprah’s favourite things, and Geoprah’s book club. Plus, Geoff reveals how many unread texts he has! » FOLLOW Geoff on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geoffreyjames/ » FOLLOW Amir on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amir/ » FOLLOW Marika on Ins…

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248: Hell of A Summer (w/ Finn Wolfhard & Billy Bryk!) 1:01:32

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In celebration of their upcoming movie Hell of a Summer, Geoff, Casey, and Anya are joined by Finn Wolfhard and Billy Bryk for a Camp Special! They enact Geoff’s favourite deleted scene from an early draft and witness content from Geoff’s explore page, before playing Counselor or Nah, Dwell on a Bummer, and Geoffardy: Summer Camp Edition! Go see He…

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247: Not Everything is Williams (w/ Jensen McRae!) 51:16

10M ago51:16

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Jensen McRae joins Will, Casey, and Geoff to discuss what celebrities they’ve seen at the Silverlake Reservoir, McRae’s Gun Plays, before playing Tate on Tate and hearing a new rice song! See Jensen on tour! Help Casey make a movie! » FOLLOW Jensen on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jensenmcrae/ » FOLLOW Geoff on Instagram: https://www.instagr…

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246: Virgin Gordon 40:48

10M ago40:48

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The Brothers Hurwitz join Geoff and Marika to discuss Geoff’s cysts and play Island or Nah, before Geoff makes Jake and Micah face off in the Hurwitz-Off! » FOLLOW Geoff on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geoffreyjames/ » FOLLOW Micah on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/micahhurwitz/ » FOLLOW Marika on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/…

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The push to create a hockey program at a majority-Black U.S. college 28:04

10M ago28:04

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A college in Tennessee is set to become the first historically Black institution to ice an NCAA Division 1 hockey team. Tennessee State University, which counts among its alum TV icon Oprah Winfrey and Olympian Wilma Rudolph, has more than a dozen players committed to the program, including a number of Canadians. National Post contributor Allen Abe…

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245: State of the Gum 2025 51:53

10M ago51:53

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Oops All Girls Alert! Emma, Anya, and Marika join Geoff to recap the Oscars, discuss recent Bond news, and honour Anya, before recapping the Oscars, digging into the State of the Gum, and dusting off some classic 2017 comedy! » FOLLOW Geoff on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geoffreyjames/ » FOLLOW Anya on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/…

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How the deadly drug fentanyl became Canada's public enemy No. 1 27:36

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Fentanyl has become a dominant street drug in Canada, claiming thousands of lives. Recently, it has also been used by U.S. President Donald Trump to justify tariffs on Canadian exports. How did it get to this point? National Post reporter Tom Blackwell joins Dave Breakenridge to discuss the factors behind fentanyl's rise, the growth of labs in Cana…

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244: The Geoscars 54:50

10M ago54:50

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244: Amir, Casey, Marika, and Brad join Geoff for the first annual Geoscars ceremony! Featuring an opening monologue addressing last week’s controversial episode, a Best Documentary Short submission, Brad’s Gads, the nominees for Best Picture, and MORE! » FOLLOW Geoff on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geoffreyjames/ » FOLLOW Amir on Instagram…

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How Donald Trump’s threats gave Doug Ford an edge in the Ontario election 20:29

10M ago20:29

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Ontario PC leader Doug Ford is nearing a third term after calling a snap election. Toronto Sun columnist Brian Lilley joins Dave Breakenridge to discuss how U.S. President Trump's threats, including tariffs, have overshadowed other issues in the campaign. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…