The Beaverton Weekly Report

"And tax incentives of course." Luke and the Panel (Ian MacIntyre and Clare Blackwood) break down Carney's budget: the good, the bad and the tax-ey. Then we unpack Republicans' strugle to deal with the fallout of the Midterms and the effort to impeach Pete Hegseth. And the Approximately 10 Minute Long Quiz discovers the worst political concession speech of all times.  If you'd like an Extended Cut that also discusses the NVIDIA sex scandal/Chinese spy honeypot story, check us out on Patreon. 

"It felt so good." Luke and the Panel (Ian MacIntyre, Clare Blackwood and Megan MacKay) break down everything from a dramatic midterm election: the good, the very good and the unbelievably good. They also ask what it will mean for the U.S. and Trump going forward and dive into some early 2028 speculation. Then the Approximately 10 Minute Long Quiz discovers the most Nova Scotia way to train for a marathon. 

"I had some hope for an NDP minority, but then I remembered people REALLY hate Eby." Ian and the Panel (Clare Blackwood, Megan MacKay, and special guest Mary Gillis) discuss this past week's diametrically opposed elections in BC and Toronto, speculate on where all that Brad Brad-mentum disappeared to, and run down what the hell the BC NDP were thinking with this snap election call. Then the Approximately 10 Minute Long Quiz learn about Roger's latest discovery in the field of corporate evil.  If you'd like an Extended Cut that also covers various U.S. businesses pulling shenanigans in Canada, check us out on Patreon.   

"Turns out only 25% of Alberta is crazy. Good to know." Luke and the Panel (Nile Seguin, Clare Blackwood and special guest Nelua Handa) talk about Alberta's referendum for a sovereignty referendum crashing and burning, speculate on what will happen as a result of the other 9 questions (spoiler alert: nothing) and recap the highlights of Chrystia Freeland's 'Unreliable Boyfriend.' Then the Approximately 10 Minute Long Quiz discovers the best way to announce your divorce.  If you'd like an Extended Cut that also covers Trump and Musk's betrayal of Ukraine, check us out on Patreon. 

"As long as you get it here before the midterms, we'll forgive 10-20 war crimes of your choice." Luke and the Panel (Ian MacIntyre, Clare Blackwood and Nile Seguin) talk about Trump's betrayal of Ukraine, a possible live streamed firing squad and Carney weighing in on the Alberta Independence Vote. Then the Approximately 10 Minute Long Quiz discovers the world discovering a Quebecois singing tv show from 40 years ago. If you'd like an Extended Cut that also talks about Poilievre trying and failing to get his political momentum back, check us out on Patreon. 

"Move over Alberta, let us show you how it's done." Luke and the Panel (Ian MacIntyre and special guest Chris Chiasson of Toronto The Politics The Show) talk about the Quebec Election Results being almost exactly what we expected, Alberta Separatists Colluding with Republicans to try win their Referendum and the key issues at stake in Toronto's municipal election, at least one of which is: why is Brad Bradford so god damn unsettling?  If you'd like an Extended Cut that also talks about Trump's claim that Canada has been charging secret tariffs only he knows about and the rumours Carney is about win the Nobel Peace Prize, check us out on Patreon. 

"We're sorry for... whatever it is your addled brain has decided we did." Luke and the Panel (Clare Blackwood, Nile Seguin and Megan MacKay) discuss Trump's demand for an apology from Canada, Carney revealing he has studied plans to resist a U.S. invasion, and David Eby's election call immediately backfiring. Then the Approximately 10 Minute Long Quiz discovers a creative way to prevent fentanyl overdoses.  If you'd like an Extended Cut that talks about the latest with the Alberta Independence Referendum, check us out on Patreon. 

"Standing up to Trump's aggression, one strike bust at a time." Luke and the Panel (Ian MacIntyre and special guest Jocelyn Geddie) talk about Carney using the Trade War to govern even further to the right than Harper, Trump's anger over Canada's non-deal to not join the EU, and his disastrous attempt to import Belarussian Potash. Then the Approximately 10 Minute Long Quiz discovers the shittiest way to win a race.  If you'd like an Extended Cut version that also breaks down the chaos going on inside the B.C. Conservative Party, check us out on Patreon. 

We're back baby! Luke and the Panel (Ian MacIntyre and Megan MacKay) recap the Trade War developments that happened during our hiatus, break down Carney's plan to sell Canada for parts and discuss strategies for waiting out Trump until his term ends (or IT happens). Then the Approximately 10 Minute Long Quiz discovers the nerdy thing that Canada is best in the world at.  If you'd like an Extended Cut that also examines Carney's plan to make Canada an "associate member" of the EU, check us out on Patreon. 

"I love my country. I just don't like anything about it!" Luke and the Panel (Ian MacIntyre and Janel Comeau) talk about the latest in the Trade War, the debate about whether Conservatives are patriotic enough to stand up to Trump and Carney breaking with Ford over the Billy Bishop airport expansion. Then the Approximately 10 Minute Long Quiz uncovers the latest way billionaires are planning to end Democracy.  If you'd like an Extended Cut that also talks about Netanyahu's visit with Trump, check us out on Patreon.