CTQ's 2021 Federal Election Debrief
Maria and Lesli take a look at the 2021 Federal Election, which produced a new parliament...a lot like the old one. We take a look at the campaigns, t...
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Call the Question is a fast-paced podcast hosted by Maria Dobrinskaya and Lesli Boldt. We dig into some of the political issues that are making headlines in Vancouver, B.C. and Canada, with a focus on the perspectives and issues that aren’t getting enough airtime these days. We talk politics. With women. Twice a month, you’ll hear from expert guests who bring smart, interesting, and clever takes on today’s most compelling political issues. Call the question, and pass the mic.
Susanna Quail on workers' rights - in the pandemic, and beyond
Award-winning labour, employment and human rights lawyer Susanna Quail of Allevato Quail and Roy joins the podcast for a wide-ranging conversation on ...
Dr. Jen Gunter on her new book, The Menopause Manifesto
We welcome the world's most famous OBGYN, Dr. Jen Gunter, back to the pod to talk about her new book, The Menopause Manifesto. Jen helps us solve one ...
Kasari Govender, BC's First Independent Human Rights Commissioner
We're proud to welcome Kasari Govender, BC's first independent Human Rights Commissioner, to the podcast. In our fascinating discussion, Kasari walks ...
Rachna Singh on government's role in dismantling systemic racism
Rachna Singh, MLA for Surrey-Green Timbers and BC's Parliamentary Secretary for Anti-Racism Initiatives, joins the podcast for a frank and open conver...
Mebrat Beyene on street-based sex work...and sex as work
Call the Question welcomes the remarkable Mebrat Beyene - executive director of WISH Drop-in Centre and Society - to the podcast. Mebrat shares insigh...
Spring Hawes on equity, accessibility and disability justice
We're delighted to have Spring Hawes - entrepreneur, past municipal councillor, board director for a BC health authority, and a candidate in the BC el...
LaTosha Brown on voter suppression and Black leadership in US politics
"We don't care about the votes - we care about the voters." The extraordinary LaTosha Brown - musician, artist and co-founder of Black Voters Matter, ...
Mel Woods on journalism, unions and the shuttering of HuffPost Canada
Mel Woods, Vancouver-based writer, audio producer, and a former viral/trending editor with HuffPost Canada, joins the pod to give us the scoop on what...
Sophia Jordán Wallace on US politics, elections and insurrection
CTQ welcomes our first episode on US politics - and our first US-based guest - with Sophia Jordán Wallace, Associate Professor in the Department of Po...