The LeDrew Three Minute Interview

In this episode, Stephen LeDrew speaks with Dr. Michael Bonner about the legacy of Canada’s 1965 flag change and whether the country lost something important in the process.The conversation revisits the historic clash between Lester B. Pearson and John Diefenbaker during the Great Flag Debate, and explores the historical significance of the Canadian Red Ensign — the banner under which Canadians fought in the Boer War, the First World War, and the Second World War.Dr. Bonner argues that while the current Maple Leaf flag is popular and established, Canada’s historical flag deserves official recognition as part of the country’s shared heritage. The discussion also touches on national identity, post-nationalism, historical memory, and whether modern Canada has drifted away from its foundational symbols.A thoughtful debate about history, heritage, and what binds Canadians together.

Canadians have long believed in stability, common sense, and not “rocking the boat.” But what happens when the boat is already taking on water?Michael Westcott, CEO of Allies for a Strong Canada, joins Stephen LeDrew to talk about why Canadians need to rediscover a sense of civic responsibility - and how ordinary people can actually do something when they see their country heading in the wrong direction.Westcott explains how Allies for a Strong Canada helps Canadians move from frustration to action by providing simple, practical tools: who to call, what to write, and how to engage constructively without becoming a professional activist. The conversation covers free speech, democratic values, activism on university campuses, and the long-term consequences of disengagement.If you’ve ever said “this doesn’t feel right” but didn’t know what to do next, this episode is for you.👉 Learn More & Get InvolvedIf you want to lear more about Allies for a Strong Canada visit https://theallies.ca/

In today’s rant, Stephen LeDrew reacts to the Federal Court ruling that the Emergencies Act was used illegally during the 2022 Freedom Convoy protests.LeDrew argues that Canadians should be asking serious questions about accountability after courts ruled the government of Justin Trudeau acted outside the law when invoking emergency powers to clear protests in Ottawa.He also challenges the silence from political leaders and legacy media, questioning why compensation has not been discussed for protesters who lost jobs, income, and freedom during the crackdown.The rant touches on broader themes including government accountability, independent media, historical narratives in Canada, and the importance of open debate in a democratic society.

In this episode, Stephen LeDrew speaks with Iranian activist Mahta Gharaei about the growing unrest inside Iran and why many Iranians believe the regime is losing its grip on power.Gharaei explains how the Iranian government uses propaganda, staged demonstrations, and online misinformation to project strength while suppressing dissent. She argues that many of the images shown to the outside world do not reflect the views of ordinary Iranians who have suffered under the regime since the Iranian Revolution.The conversation also explores the role of international actors, including Russia and China, and the hopes among many Iranians for democratic reform and political change.A discussion about propaganda, revolution, and whether Iran may be approaching a historic turning point.

Stephen LeDrew is joined by Robin Bredin for a sharp and provocative discussion on political leadership in Canada - and why it has failed so badly.Drawing on history, classical references, and hard-earned political experience, Bredin compares modern Canadian leaders to figures from ancient Rome, examining hubris, detachment, and the dangers of leaders who believe they are above the people they govern.This episode explores how post-national thinking, performative politics, and moral grandstanding weakened national unity, why Canadians tolerated it for so long, and what happens when leadership becomes about image instead of responsibility.A blunt conversation about power, accountability, and why nations falter when leaders stop leading - discussions you will not hear in the legacy media.

In today’s Three Minutes, Stephen LeDrew speaks with Murray Simser, CEO of Citizn, about a question increasingly being asked in the United States – whether a civil war has already begun.Simser argues that this conflict will not resemble the American Civil War of the 19th century. There will be no clear geographic lines, uniforms, or battlefields. Instead, the primary theatre of conflict is online, where technology now wields more power to reshape societies than armies ever did.The discussion explores how social media has become the engine of modern civil conflict, allowing political and cultural battles to be fought without bloodshed – but with profound consequences. Simser explains why internal tension is inevitable as the United States transitions away from its post-World War II role as the world’s dominant hegemon.They also examine the decline of American economic dominance, the rise of a multipolar world led by the United States, China, India, and the European Union, and why this shift is producing internal strain similar to what Britain experienced during the final decades of its own empire.A sober, unsentimental look at power, technology, and what civil conflict looks like in the 21st century.

Why are land acknowledgements now mandatory at almost every public event in Canada - and what are they actually accomplishing?Michael Westcott, CEO of Allies for a Strong Canada, joins Stephen LeDrew to challenge the idea that land acknowledgements are harmless or meaningless gestures. Westcott explains why these statements are not merely symbolic, but increasingly being used by activists, institutions, and courts to justify real-world political and legal outcomes.The conversation explores why so many Canadians privately disagree with performative rituals but feel pressured to comply, how conformity has replaced common sense in public institutions, and why speaking up now matters more than ever.This is a discussion about civic courage - asking what problem we are trying to solve, refusing to say things we don’t believe, and understanding that most Canadians have not shifted nearly as much as they are told they have.👉 Learn More & Get InvolvedIf you want to lear more about Allies for a Strong Canada visit https://theallies.ca/

Stephen LeDrew speaks with Public Provocateur Robin Bredin about the escalating global conflict and the debate over whether military action against tyrannical regimes violates international law.Bredin challenges the argument from progressive critics that the current conflict is unlawful, asking whether regimes accused of repression, violence, and anti-democratic practices should be shielded by legal technicalities. The discussion touches on U.S. foreign policy, Donald Trump, Western leadership, and Canada’s position in the broader geopolitical struggle.The conversation also addresses rising antisemitism in Canada and the importance of standing with Jewish communities amid growing tensions.Agree or disagree, this is a direct conversation about international law, moral responsibility, foreign policy, and the future of Western democracies.