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The Toque is a distinctly Canadian podcast. Hosts, Matt and Andres, debate the things that define Canada and bring in the people that help shape it.

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Canada

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The Toque is a distinctly Canadian podcast. Hosts, Matt and Andres, debate the things that define Canada and bring in the people that help shape it.

Language:

English

Contact:

5195009725


Episodes
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E73 What now for the Conservatives | Hockey players behaving badly

10/5/2021
In this episode of the podcast, Matt and Andres discuss the results of the Canadian election. Trudeau is back in and probably the most interesting thing is what the Conservatives are going to do about it. As well, they discuss a recent incident in the Ukrainian Hockey League involving a racist taunt. Is this behavior relatable to toxic hockey culture or simply indicative of racial intolerance within some areas of the world? Music is Kurt Vile - Freeway The Tall Pines - The Key

Duration:00:46:47

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E72 '21 CAN Election | Remembering Norm

9/27/2021
In this episode of the podcast Matt and Andres discuss the 2021 Canadian election and the general sentiment from Canadians. As well, they discuss the passing of the one and only Norm Macdonald. Music is Kurt Vile - Freeway The Tall Pines - The Key

Duration:00:48:59

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E71 NHL Canadian Division | Kenny Doesn't Lead, He Only Follows

12/15/2020
In this episode of the podcast, Matt and Andres discuss the latest plans for the 2021 NHL season which includes an all-Canadian division. In addition, they discuss Jason Kenny's failed leadership in Alberta.

Duration:00:45:44

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E70 Politics in Canada - Libs in WE-fall / Cons finally find a Scheer-less leader

9/3/2020
In this episode of the podcast, Matt and Andres discuss the stories that dominated the Liberal and Conservative parties over the summer. The Liberals are in WE-fall while the Conservatives may finally have a leader the general population can stomach. Music is Kurt Vile - Freeway The Tall Pines - The Key

Duration:00:49:18

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E69 Wes Winkel on the New Rifle Ban in Canada

6/5/2020
On this episode of the podcast, Matt and Andres speak with Wes Winkel who is the owner of Epps Sporting Goods and President of the Canadian Sporting Arms and Ammunition Association. Wes discusses the recently announced ban on certain rifles in Canada and the effect of gun laws in general. Music is Kurt Vile - Freeway The Tall Pines - The Key

Duration:00:59:04

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E68 Pro Sports in the Pandemic | Opening Up in Canada

5/28/2020
In this episode of the podcast, Matt and Andres discuss resuming pro sports and what opening up looks like personally and more broadly. Music is Kurt Vile - Freeway The Tall Pines - The Key

Duration:00:54:56

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E67 Nova Scotia Tragedy | COVID Protests and the slow reopening of Canada

4/28/2020
In this episode of the podcast Matt and Andres start off by discussing the unthinkable events in Nova Scotia from last weekend. They then move to a discussion around the latest in COVID-19 including protests, reopening and what life may look like after all of this.

Duration:00:46:05

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E66-3 Continuing COVID-19 Coverage in Canada

4/4/2020
In this episode Matt and Andres continue covering the ongoing COVID-19 crisis with a focus on Canada. What do we want from our leadership at a time like this? Music is Kurt Vile - Freeway The Tall Pines - The Key

Duration:00:44:43

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E66-2 COVID-19 In Canada Pt. 2

3/22/2020
In this episode of the podcast, Matt and Andres continue coverage of COVID-19 as it relates to Canada and Canadians. Music is Kurt Vile - Freeway The Tall Pines - The Key

Duration:00:34:49

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E66-1 COVID-19 In Canada Pt.1

3/17/2020
In this episode of the podcast, Matt and Andres talk about the latest of the COVID-19 in Canada. They discuss the personal effects, big picture economic effects and the political decisions around it. Music is Kurt Vile - Freeway The Tall Pines - The Key

Duration:00:23:27

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E65 International Reaction to COVIT19 | Rail Blockades in Canada

3/3/2020
On this episode of the podcast, Matt and Andres discuss the kick off of Canada's favorite passtime's top tourney - the Brier. The also discuss some international dealings with COVIT19 as well as the latest on the rail blockades in Canada. Music is Kurt Vile - Freeway The Tall Pines - The Key

Duration:00:31:06

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E64 New NAFTA Branding | Future of Canadian Energy Projects

2/21/2020
In this episode of the podcast, Matt and Andres discuss the branding of the new NAFTA deal and some bad taste jokes. Finally, they discuss energy projects in Canada by looking at three major projects at various stages. Included music: Music is Kurt Vile - Freeway The Tall Pines - The Key News Audio from: CBC Global CityNews

Duration:00:38:47

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E63 Ride Sharing & Royals in BC | Doughnut Induced Outrage in Winnipeg

1/28/2020
In this episode of the podcast, Matt and Andres discuss BC finally getting access to ride sharing, Megan and Harry's move to the great white north. Finally, they discuss the latest Trudeau scandal - Doughnut-gate. Included music: Music is Kurt Vile - Freeway The Tall Pines - The Key

Duration:00:46:33

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E62 Helmet-gate on Ice | Story of the Year 2019 - SNC | 2020 Preview and Predictions

12/31/2019
On this episode of the podcast, Matt and Andres discuss Trudeau having Trump removed from Home Alone 2 on the CBC and Matt chirps over-consumerism during the holidays. In addition, they discuss the latest from the SNC Affair which was recently named 'Story of the Year'. Lastly, they share their take on the year to come. Included music: Music is Kurt Vile - Freeway The Tall Pines - The Key Clip from Global News

Duration:01:02:21

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E61 JWR & JT back in the news | Andrew Scheer is out

12/28/2019
In this episode of the podcast, Matt and Andres chirp some political goofs this week around Jody Wilson-Raybould and Justin Trudeau. As well, Andrew Scheer took the hint and exited the political stage left. All agree (including Andrew) that perhaps the backbench suites his personality better. Included music: Music is Kurt Vile - Freeway The Tall Pines - The Key Clips from CBC and CTV

Duration:00:35:57

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E60 Is the CON up for Andrew Scheer? | Is hockey culture toxic?

12/3/2019
In this episode of the podcast Matt and Andres introduce the chirp of the week aimed at a Vancouver development over an excessive piece of public art. They grind it out on the latest within the Conservative Party. Will Scheer step down and will Kenney stop being such a dick all the time? Also, they discuss recent events in the NHL that lead many to believe that there may be something systemically wrong with hockey behaviour. Included music: Music is Kurt Vile - Freeway The Tall Pines -...

Duration:00:50:55

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E59 China's BFF - Lebron James | 2019 Canadian Election Results

10/29/2019
In this episode of the podcast, Matt and Andres are joined by Matt Hall to discuss the recent comments by Lebron James and what it is perhaps he meant by them. Additionally, they discuss the results of the 2019 Canadian election.

Duration:00:42:16

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E58 ELECTION SPECIAL 2019 - Campaign high/low lights

10/19/2019
In this episode of the podcast, Matt and Andres and joined with Grahaeme to discuss the 2019 Canadian election campaign. They discuss each major milestone of the campaign. Music is Kurt Vile - Freeway The Tall Pines - The Key

Duration:00:46:53

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E57 BC Sur(+) | Jeffrey Epstein | Foreign Involvement in Canada

7/23/2019
In this episode of the podcast, Matt and Andres discuss the importance of responding to emails at work, BC's recent surplus, the Jeffrey Epstein case, and foreign actors in Canadian affairs. Music is Kurt Vile - Freeway The Tall Pines - The Key

Duration:00:46:05

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E56 Grapes Future at HNIC | Conservatives Recycle Attack Ad | #WereallytheNorth?

7/9/2019
On this episode of the podcast, Matt and Andres discuss the finish to the NHL season and the potential for it to be Don Cherry's last. They talk about the latest in Canadian pre-election positioning including Conservative attack ads. Finally, they discuss the Champion Toronto Raptors and if they are truly Canada's team or was is simply a marketing ploy? Music is Kurt Vile - Freeway The Tall Pines - The Key

Duration:01:01:58