Thanks Paul, I wake up every day thinking I am 25, reality hits when the mirror shows me a (maybe) distinguished elderly gentleman.
50 years later my quest to play more than the first three bars of "Smoke on the Water" on the guitar remains elusive and my trainer suggests I need to concentrate on walking more intentionally. Seemingly common experiences to many of us of a certain age 😉🤣
Great show Paul, I hope my schedule intersects with one of your shows in the future.
Can't wait to listen. The photos are heart-warming and smile-making. It looks like an absolutely wonderful event - Kudos, Paul! I may have to trek on up to Ottawa for next year's show!
Bob Rae's been singing for years....he's even written a few songs...loves to perform, and is pretty good at it...he may even have co-written a musical for University College at U of T back in the 1960s...."those where the days, my friend"....and Laila Biali! yay....what larks....
Thanks, Paul!! We could send you a copy :).....i really do think his memoir has something to say about how to govern successfully in this country...There's no doubt it's a tougher environment out there since he stepped down in 2022, with Trump's tariffs, plus increased polarization fanned by social media and decline of the media....but how many people out here would say: "I don't like the NDP, but I like John Horgan."....he really had something people liked....and finally, it's a fun read...he was (sigh) such a good story teller and loved talking about his life....and at the same time, he took issues and politics seriously....Happy Reading!
However, Mr. W., I wish to, if not quibble, at least question your assertion that you believe that PSPP will never call a separation referendum. [Well, to be fair, you said if he observed what the polls say then PSPP would never call that vote.]
My question, sir, is as follows:
We are aware that politicians shape arguments as they wish, truth be damned. [Oh, the concept that Quebec is sending money to we in Alberta! Shaping arguments. [
True story - some years ago, friends hosted a couple of high school age Quebecers while their daughter stayed with the parents of the two who came to Alberta - a cross-Canada exchange. The young Quebecers absolutely knew, knew I tell you, that Quebec was subsidizing Canada and that Quebec would gain if they left. So ...]
My point is that PSPP can shape things as he wishes; ROC's counter arguments be damned, of course, what counts is what Quebecers think. All PSPP needs is Quebecers to vote 50% + 1 and then, remember Jacques Parizeau's lobster trap and how the lobster is caught irreparably once it ventures inside? Same, same.
Oh, yes, I don't know anyone (certainly not me) who will make any noticeable move, not even a verbal shrug, to try to keep Quebec in Canada. The continuing theme is, "Who cares? Let them go! We'll same lots of money." Of course, all of those things necessitate a "Yes, but ....." but that is never effective or welcome.
All PSPP needs is to start to shape his narrative and wait for a propitious time [A federal scandal that notionally affects Quebec? Something else?] and then bring out the lobster pot to cook dinner.
Sis-SIF- ean! 🤣
Thanks Paul, I wake up every day thinking I am 25, reality hits when the mirror shows me a (maybe) distinguished elderly gentleman.
50 years later my quest to play more than the first three bars of "Smoke on the Water" on the guitar remains elusive and my trainer suggests I need to concentrate on walking more intentionally. Seemingly common experiences to many of us of a certain age 😉🤣
Great show Paul, I hope my schedule intersects with one of your shows in the future.
Merry Christmas!
Can't wait to listen. The photos are heart-warming and smile-making. It looks like an absolutely wonderful event - Kudos, Paul! I may have to trek on up to Ottawa for next year's show!
Bob Rae's been singing for years....he's even written a few songs...loves to perform, and is pretty good at it...he may even have co-written a musical for University College at U of T back in the 1960s...."those where the days, my friend"....and Laila Biali! yay....what larks....
Hey Rod, I read some of the John Horgan memoir you worked with the late Premier on... really interesting stuff. I'm gonna buy a copy and keep reading.
Thanks, Paul!! We could send you a copy :).....i really do think his memoir has something to say about how to govern successfully in this country...There's no doubt it's a tougher environment out there since he stepped down in 2022, with Trump's tariffs, plus increased polarization fanned by social media and decline of the media....but how many people out here would say: "I don't like the NDP, but I like John Horgan."....he really had something people liked....and finally, it's a fun read...he was (sigh) such a good story teller and loved talking about his life....and at the same time, he took issues and politics seriously....Happy Reading!
Wonderful, wonderful podcast.
However, Mr. W., I wish to, if not quibble, at least question your assertion that you believe that PSPP will never call a separation referendum. [Well, to be fair, you said if he observed what the polls say then PSPP would never call that vote.]
My question, sir, is as follows:
We are aware that politicians shape arguments as they wish, truth be damned. [Oh, the concept that Quebec is sending money to we in Alberta! Shaping arguments. [
True story - some years ago, friends hosted a couple of high school age Quebecers while their daughter stayed with the parents of the two who came to Alberta - a cross-Canada exchange. The young Quebecers absolutely knew, knew I tell you, that Quebec was subsidizing Canada and that Quebec would gain if they left. So ...]
My point is that PSPP can shape things as he wishes; ROC's counter arguments be damned, of course, what counts is what Quebecers think. All PSPP needs is Quebecers to vote 50% + 1 and then, remember Jacques Parizeau's lobster trap and how the lobster is caught irreparably once it ventures inside? Same, same.
Oh, yes, I don't know anyone (certainly not me) who will make any noticeable move, not even a verbal shrug, to try to keep Quebec in Canada. The continuing theme is, "Who cares? Let them go! We'll same lots of money." Of course, all of those things necessitate a "Yes, but ....." but that is never effective or welcome.
All PSPP needs is to start to shape his narrative and wait for a propitious time [A federal scandal that notionally affects Quebec? Something else?] and then bring out the lobster pot to cook dinner.
And, again, wonderful, wonderful podcast.
Let's hear a few chords on the Tele...:)
Hey! No time to listen right now, but what great photos!