Consumer Choice Radio EP55: Why I Quit the Border Patrol (w/ Joshua Childress), Biden’s Energy Policies, Last Minute Pardons

For this episode, we speak with Joshua Childress, a veteran and former Border Patrol agent who resigned after learning more about the pro-immigration position, specifically by reading and listening to podcasts that touched on the matter. He gives us stories from the US-Mexico border, thoughts on the Biden Administration’s immigration plan, and where we go…

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Energy Symbolism, Keystone pipeline, Back in WHO, and Executive Orders (Yaël on Joe Catenacci Show)

-The nixing of the Keystone XL pipeline and the impact on Canada-US consumers -Energy symbolism won’t allow real environmental innovation -Rejoining the World Health Organization without reform -Governing by Executive Order is wrong and counterproductive -Robin Hayes didn’t deserve a pardon Consumer Choice Center Deputy Director Yaël Ossowski interviewed on the Joe Catenacci Show. This…

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The Robin Hayes Pardon Was Undeserved

Early this morning, in the final hours of the Donald Trump presidency, the outgoing president granted pardons and commutations for federal charges to several political and cultural figures, as is his right under Article II of the Constitution. Among the most notable were former Trump aide Steven Bannon, former Detroit mayor Kwame Kilpatrick, and rappers…

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EP54: Last Mile Politics, Saving Lana Del Ray, West Virginia Success (w/ Andrew Donaldson)

In this episode, we interview Andrew Donaldson (@four4thefire), managing editor of Ordinary Times magazine. Before that, we discussed some of the storming of the Capitol, Lana Del Ray and her critics, and our latest media hits. http://ordinary-times.com Articles of note:https://ordinary-times.com/2021/01/07/the-destructive-high-water-mark-of-maga/ TOPICS: -Oh, there was an impeachment?-How impeachment and storming of the Capitol looks to outsiders-Utterly…

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We should not monopolise consumer information

Expanding consumer access to information is meant to be a cornerstone of informed policy and decision-making.  Rather than adopting paternalistic rules, lawmakers and regulators in liberal democracies should reflect the will of the people and ensure that consumers and citizens are able to always access more, not less, information on labels and products.  Obviously, distinguishing…

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Smart Cannabis Policy, Decentralization and Tech, Sports Betting (Yaël on Joe Catenacci Show)

-Can conservatives embrace smart cannabis legalization and regulation? -Same applies to mushrooms -The Big Tech censorship and the need for decentralization and competition -User-friendly and consumer-friendly social media alternatives -The duopoly of American political parties -Sports betting in various states. Let’s legalize! Consumer Choice Center Deputy Director Yaël Ossowski interviewed on the Joe Catenacci Show….

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Le Québec peut être un leader du plastique sans Trudeau

Au cours de la pandémie, le plastique est devenu un mal nécessaire pour répondre aux contraintes sanitaires.   Qu’il s’agisse de l’équipement de protection individuelle, des boîtes de repas à emporter ou encore des cloisons en plexiglas dressées afin de protéger les clients au restaurant, il est devenu omniprésent.  L’ubiquité de cette matière n’est pas nouvelle,…

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Oui, j’élève ma fille en français

Oui, j’élève ma fille en français. Elle n’a pas pu visiter ma province natale, mais c’est quelque chose que je vise à changer dès que possible. Elle saura ce qu’il signifie le fait d’être québécoise. Même si je suis moi-même encore un étranger dans un autre pays qui ne parle pas ma langue (l’immigré à…

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The storming of the US Capitol fueled by demagoguery and a threat to republican democracy

On Wednesday, we saw the worst passions of the American Republic storm through the doors of the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C. For hours, people around the world watched as marchers and protestors transformed into rioters who ransacked various congressional offices, posed for photos on the House floor, and terrorized hundreds of congressmen and women,…

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Free Trade and the Consumer’s World

In the age of modernization, not every product can suit its consumer and not every consumer feels heard. Pro-consumer activism is an issue at the core of the millennial generation, and a unique way to allow for innovation’s creativity to reach the hands of willing clients.  The Consumer Choice Center advocates on behalf of lifestyle freedom…

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Consumer Choice Radio EP50: Hemp Patriots (w/ Geoff Whaling)

Geoff Whaling is a business executive, chair of the National Hemp Association, and co-founder and president of Collective Growth Corporation. –Hemp is not marijuana –The Farm Bill’s opening for an innovative hemp economy –Oils, textiles, fuel, resins, protein, flour, fibers, and more –The history of hemp production is rich –The generational issue of cannabis –Dupont…

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The Terror of Sleep Paralysis

Despite my best efforts to break free, my body remained chained to the bed. All I could muster was a muffled screech pleading to be woken. Infinite shapes and forms of colorful figures skimmed my chest, subtly applying pressure to my muscles with every sweep. Every move of the dark figures floating around my body…

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Ghost kitchens, Anthony Bourdain, and Facebook Trustbusters (Yaël on Joe Catenacci Show)

-Ghost kitchens spring up to serve customers in pandemic -Anthony Bourdain would absolutely be leading the charge to open restaurants back up -Biden can take these libertarian policies on to woo former Trump voters https://www.insidesources.com/biden-can-channel-libertarian-ideas-to-woo-some-of-the-trump-coalition/ -Those who wish to break up your Facebook Consumer Choice Center Deputy Director Yaël Ossowski on The Joe Catenacci Show….

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