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The Alex Pierson Show

640 Toronto / Curiouscast

The Alex Pierson show is an in-depth, no-nonsense look at the stories making headlines. Alex has more than 20 years in the field and behind an anchor desk, and is known and respected for her tough reporting style and accountability. Join the daily conversation with the Alex Pierson Show, and never miss an important story again.

5643 - Thousands of Iranians in the diaspora celebrate the death of Supreme leader of Iran Ayatollah Ali Khameini, is this the beginning of a new regime for Iran?

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5643-

Thousands of Iranians in the diaspora celebrate the death of Supreme leader of Iran Ayatollah Ali Khameini, is this the beginning of a new regime for Iran?

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lun., 02 mar. 2026

5642-

Accountability and Power: Gloria Allred on the Clintons’ Latest Comments.

Escuchado

lun., 02 mar. 2026

5641-

Betting on Addiction: How Online Gambling Is Hitting Young Men Hard

Escuchado

lun., 02 mar. 2026

5640-

What is Pierre Poilievre's plan on Canada and United States of America trade relations? Ariella Kimmel— President, Strategic Communications and Development for Winston Wilmont joins Alex on this episode.

Escuchado

vie., 27 feb. 2026

5639-

Can Families Survive Another 6% Jump in Food Prices? Sylvain Charlebois- The food Professor chats with Alex .

Escuchado

vie., 27 feb. 2026

5638-

Are We Undermining Our Best Defense Against Prison Smuggling? Paul Palango- Author and Investigative Journalist Specializing in Canadian Policing and Justice chats with Alex Pierson.

Escuchado

vie., 27 feb. 2026

5637-

Should TTC Constables be given more powers to tackle drug addicts on the subway or should that be left to Toronto Police? Clayton Campbell– President -Toronto Police Association joins Alex on this episode.

Escuchado

vie., 27 feb. 2026

5636-

Cracks in the System: Refugee Fraud, Drug Failures and Costly Rail Dreams, Blacklocks reporter Tom Korski chats with Alex on this episode.

Escuchado

jue., 26 feb. 2026

5635-

Are Canadians doomed to be in debt forever, it is tax season, how can you make a dent on that huge debt? Paul Ihnatiuk - Vice President, Licensed Insolvency Trustee joins Drex

Escuchado

jue., 26 feb. 2026

5634-

Returning from Puerto Vallarta, Marc Edge recounts his experience during the Cartel and army stand off in Mexico.

Escuchado

mié., 25 feb. 2026

5633-

Will Mexico back off like it did in 2019 or this just the beginning? Sam Cooper joins Alex on this topic.

Escuchado

mié., 25 feb. 2026

5632-

Regulating AI, Campaigning Against Trump and Billions for Ukraine, panelists Eric Kam and Warren Kinsella join Alex on this episode

Escuchado

mié., 25 feb. 2026

5631-

Federal Power Expands: Sacred Sites, Rail Billions and Port Crackdowns, Blacklocks reporter, Tom Korski joins Alex Pierson

Escuchado

mié., 25 feb. 2026

5630-

We have had technology like CGI in Hollywood, but it never stirred a lot of conversation like AI, what's the main difference? Mohit Rajhans -Tech and media consultant with ThinkStart.ca joins Drex Chan on this episode

Escuchado

mié., 25 feb. 2026

5626-

Why do Asylum seekers get better health care than tax payers? Michele Rempel joins Alex on the topic.

Escuchado

mar., 24 feb. 2026

5625-

Cartel violence in Puerto Vallarta has a lot of tourists trapped in the country, Deborah Bonello breaks down the situation in Mexico in this episode.

Escuchado

lun., 23 feb. 2026

5624-

What happens to businesses that were forced to close down during COVID-19 lockdowns, Lawyer Ian Perry joins Alex on this episode.

Escuchado

lun., 23 feb. 2026

5623-

The question of food prices continues to plague Canadians and why are parents putting everything into private education when it's so expensive? Eric Kam and Michele Fereira join Alex on this panel.

Escuchado

lun., 23 feb. 2026

5622-

What can be expected now that Trump Tariffs have been struck down by the Supreme Court?

Escuchado

vie., 20 feb. 2026

5621-

How close is the liberal government to becoming a majority government after the recent floor crosser joined?

Escuchado

vie., 20 feb. 2026

5620-

Is it too early to celebrate housing starts? Is Janice Charette the right person to lead Canada in the upcoming CUSMA talks? Blacklocks reporter Tom Korski joins Alex on this weekly segment.

Escuchado

mar., 17 feb. 2026

5619-

Foreign Agents, Rising Fees and Canada’s Security Blind Spots, Tom Korski joins Alex Pierson on this episode.

Escuchado

vie., 13 feb. 2026

5618-

Would you stay with your pet during surgery? inside VEG’s Open-Concept ER, Dr Barb Bryer joins Alex on this episode.

Escuchado

vie., 13 feb. 2026

5617-

Should parliament do away with questions period? can we expect a spring elections? Blacklocks reporter Tom Korski joins Alex on this chat.

Escuchado

mar., 10 feb. 2026

5616-

What kind of information are Canadians willing to release to China? Frank Caputo, shadow minister for public safety joins Alex.

Escuchado

mar., 10 feb. 2026

5615-

How broad should the police review be and why does the Toronto Police association president feel skeptical about the review?

Escuchado

mar., 10 feb. 2026

5614-

Four retired police officers join Alex Pierson on a roundtable about the recent arrest of police officers on various charges including attempted murder.

Escuchado

lun., 09 feb. 2026

5613-

Hundreds of businesses were lost during the long delayed construction of the Eglinton Crosstown construction. Jason McDonald -Chair of the York-Eglinton Business Improvement Area joins Alex .

Escuchado

vie., 06 feb. 2026

5612-

What does a former officer have to say about the arrest of Toronto police members on serious charges of corruption, organized crime and attempted murder? John a retired Toronto Police officer joins Alex

Escuchado

vie., 06 feb. 2026

5611-

Why are small businesses vanishing? Lucy Hargreaves, CEO of Build Canada joins Alex on this episode.

Escuchado

jue., 05 feb. 2026

5610-

How much in bonuses did Executives in Prime Minister Mark Carney’s Privy Council Office last year awarded ? Blacklocks reporter Tom Korski chats with Alex Pierson.

Escuchado

mar., 03 feb. 2026

5609-

How much will the cancelled contract with this security company cost tax payers? Ryan O' Connor -Partner at Taylor Mergui law group joins Alex on this conversation.

Escuchado

mar., 03 feb. 2026

5608-

Why are the federal managers billing taxpayers to coach how to answer questions at parliamentary committees? Tom Korski at Blacklocks reporter joins guest host Kevin Vuong on this episode.

Escuchado

jue., 29 ene. 2026

5607-

How can Canadians stretch every penny amidst the increasing costs of groceries? Kathleen Cassidy , couponer, Founder of living on a loonie, joins Kevin Vuong on this episode.

Escuchado

jue., 29 ene. 2026

5606-

What is the history of Iran before the current regime- Goldie Ghamari, Former MPP Carlton , political analyst and human rights Activist joins Kevin Vuong on this episode

Escuchado

jue., 29 ene. 2026

5605-

Cannabis consumption has been linked to mental health issues like anxiety and depression, Dr Andre McDonald chats with guest host Kevin Vuong on this subject.

Escuchado

jue., 29 ene. 2026

5604-

What has changed between the public and private sector? Jake Fuss, Director, Fiscal Studies, Fraser Institute joins Alex on this episode.

Escuchado

jue., 29 ene. 2026

5603-

Why is Carney risking so much with China? Are you being spied on? Sandra Watson Parcels– expert on in China's economy and strategic goals joins Alex Pierson

Escuchado

mié., 28 ene. 2026

5602-

Elections, Influence, and Silence: Are Canada’s Democratic Norms Slipping? Tom Korski, Blacklocks reporter joins Alex on this conversation.

Escuchado

mar., 27 ene. 2026

5601-

Is the city considering accessibility for people with disabilities during snow clearance? Are you doing your part? David Lepofsky, disability advocate joins Alex on this conversation.

Escuchado

mar., 27 ene. 2026

5600-

Has Canada taken land Acknowledgement too far, Dr Andrea Wagner -Associate Professor of Political Science and former Jean Monnet Chair chats with Alex Pierson

Escuchado

lun., 26 ene. 2026

5599-

Why can the US have a trade deal with China but Canada can't? Dennis Molinaro-former national security analyst, author of Under Assault chats with Alex Pierson

Escuchado

lun., 26 ene. 2026

5598-

Can we trust RCMP to share Data with China, Sam Cooper from The Bureau and Author of Willful Blindness joins Alex to talk all things Ryan wedding and China

Escuchado

vie., 23 ene. 2026

5597-

Ryan wedding captured, but are the streets really safe from organized crime? Scott Curtis, former FBI special agent and Paul Palango, author 22 murders, join Alex Pierson on this conversation.

Escuchado

vie., 23 ene. 2026

5596-

If Carney's speech is such a masterclass, will he deliver it here?Mark Warner—Canadian and American international trade lawyer joins Alex on this conversation.

Escuchado

mié., 21 ene. 2026

5595-

Can someone wearing Meta glasses record you without consent? What the rise of smart glasses mean for your privacy, Mohit Rajhans - Tech and media consultant with ThinkStart.ca chats with Alex Pierson.

Escuchado

mié., 21 ene. 2026

5594-

What caused the wild fire at Jasper National Park? who and what is to blame? Tom Korski , Blacklocks reporter joins Alex Pierson.

Escuchado

mar., 20 ene. 2026

5593-

What do Canadians need to know about the new bond the government is forming with China? Michael Kovrig, Canadian geopolitical advisor, analyst, writer, and former diplomat breaks this down with Alex Pierson.

Escuchado

lun., 19 ene. 2026

5592-

What do the new inflation numbers mean? Kris Simms with the Canadian tax federation joins Alex Pierson to explain the numbers.

Escuchado

lun., 19 ene. 2026

5591-

What Happens After You Go Viral at 11? Sam Salvo Tells Us

Escuchado

jue., 15 ene. 2026