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Chris Nowinski is a former football player at Harvard University and professional wrestler with WWE, World Wrestling Entertainment. After enduring a career-ending head injury, Chris has dedicated his professional life to serving patients and families affected by brain trauma, particularly Chronic traumatic encephalopathy, or CTE, a progressive neurodegenerative disease that develops after repeated head injuries. Jay and Chris discuss the state of head injuries in American athletics, the difference between advocating for head safety at youth and professional levels, Chris’ newest research, and much more. Episode Chapters (00:00) Intro (00:50) changes in the culture around concussions in the past two decades (02:39) padded helmet technology (03:55) concussion reporting in the NFL (10:35) Chris’ career path and concussion history (14:52) connecting with activists who haven’t themselves suffered a traumatic brain injury (17:42) SHAAKE - a new sign to identify concussions (20:53) Unions can help players advocate for safety policies (23:10) final thoughts and goodbye For video episodes, watch on www.youtube.com/@therudermanfamilyfoundation Stay in touch: X: @JayRuderman | @RudermanFdn LinkedIn: Jay Ruderman | Ruderman Family Foundation Instagram: All About Change Podcast | Ruderman Family Foundation To learn more about the podcast, visit https://allaboutchangepodcast.com/…

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Carrying on the tradition of investigative journalism in Winnipeg See it at ActionLine.ca & every Sunday in the Winnipeg Sun! Passion & Commitment bringing Your Voice to the community We deliver topical City Hall and Provincial analysis, Crime and Courts updates, & exclusive newsmaker interviews- with the details others ignore -- Built on our original drive-home show on 92.9 KICK-FM and the support of donors and advertisers - https://actionline.ca/2024/02 -- * Our motto: You Have The Power E Transfers / comments? Email: martygoldlive@gmail.com Join us online - Facebook.com/groups/TGCTS

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March 9 2025- Cloud Remains Over New Police Chief 1:01:09

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Episode 11 explains why Coun. Markus Chambers and his Police Board "don't want to dwell" on why they stalled for 3 months before confirming the new chief of Police, Gene Bowers. Part 1- In the run-up to launching the Season 6 Funding Drive, we review the reports and investigations that have proven the value of our unique approach to public affairs. Whether it's been Plan20-50, homeless encampments, transit safety, or scooping the broadcast media on the location of the NDP's drug user site, we make a difference, and it's all because of the support of our readers, listeners and sponsors. * To send in feedback, story and interview ideas, or to send an E-Transfer towards our Season 6 budget, email: martygoldlive@gmail.com 12.20 Part 2- I n the last episode, we connected the explosion of crime around the city to the lack of a helmsman who could enact a plan to deal with it. A week later, deputy chief Gene Bowers was tapped to take over from the failed reign of Danny Smyth. The Winnipeg Police Board had a choice- to hire someone from outside the police establishment to enact real change, or to hire an insider from Smyth's inner circle. But in finally announcing that Bowers was chosen, three month after his selection was leaked, the chair of the Police Board stumbled and Markus Chambers let the cat out of the bag. “ The information that was provided to the board, from our research, was inconclusive and we felt that we were in the right to move forward... Chambers later told the Free Press he misspoke and should have said the concerns were found to be “without merit."" Where did the information come from? We tell you, and explain why Bowers will have to overcome significant distrust to have even a hope of succeeding. “I’m going to go to the community. I want to be out in the community,” Bowers said. Listen for a description of one current crime prevention initiative in the community that amounts to a 'check-the-box' PR exercise and fails to deliver value for dollar. Will Bowers continue that tactic, or will he fix it? Also - While Bowers says his first priority is to tackle violent crime, which surely caused grief for the hug-a-thug members of the Police Board, we have an idea about an incident that precipitated his pledge. 37.10 Part 3 - Marty reviews two of his recent Winnipeg Sun reports on affordable housing. Hear the background of how the situation at 675 Talbot got his attention, and that of Coun. Jason Schreyer. Low-rent Veterans housing seeks funding for upgrades 47.00 - Why the Winnipeg Affordability Advantage is going into the garbage, is the topic of our Sunday column in the Sun. https://winnipegsun.com/opinion/columnists/gold-winnipegs-affordability-a-thing-of-the-past TGCTS reviews the political fallout behind the proposed hikes in water and garbage fees, and the failure of city staff to properly explain who an "average" bill actually represents. Then, we look towards the upcoming fourplex bylaw changes, and question why some of the city councilors we spoke with haven't been told why there's only ONE public open house scheduled for March 19, when there should be plenty. It's all part of a Plan20-50 model used to squelch public participation and to discourage taxpayers to be able to express their concerns and be heard, while pretending that the government cares about your quality of life. We will continue to speak up for you. * Use the listings ⁠ on the Donate page ⁠ to listen to: The Top 10 Rated Podcasts, Winnipeg Issues & City Hall Interviews, Government Analysis, and Hear Directly From Crime Victims. That's how we earn your support!…

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March 1 2025- City-wide Mayhem As Top Cop Spot Unfilled 40:27

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A special Crime Courts and Public Safety update is the focus of Episode 10, after a week of criminals engaging in murder, random violence, brazen theft and drug and gun crimes. All this happened as Winnipeg still hasn't hired a new chief for the police service. Part 1- A brief roundup of recent podcast subjects including: - The spat between the Manitoba PC's and spurned candidate Susan Auch continues. She says the party made a bad situation worse by falsely claiming she hadn't filed required candidate paperwork. - A plank of PC leadership hopeful Wally Daudrich for a Port Nelson development got a boost from the LNG sector. - The spending problem and ballooning project costs at City Hall is nailed as "a disconnect between the electorate and those in power, allowing fiscal irresponsibility to persist unchecked" in a commentary by Winnipeg Sun publisher Kevin Klein. 12.50 Part 2- Whether on a bus, walking downtown, or parking near the Children's Hospital, the people of Winnipeg are no longer safe. Without a chief of police in place, there's no coordinated strategy to make our streets safe again- although cops are making arrests including taxicab passengers and right outside the downtown headquarters. A common denominator in almost every case? A perp in breach of conditions or with outstanding warrants. 21.15- Night time violence on the streets of St. Boniface sent two women- including a 14 year old - to hospital. There was also two female seniors assaulted in a pair of downtown cases. Plus, two 16 year old boys are charged in a killing last weekend near Central Park. 28.00- Imaging racking up 68 charges all across the city. Stealing vehicles, fuel, purses, wallets, computers, booze, while victimizing church goers, music schools, a woman and her baby in a car, we discuss the one man crime wave finally tracked down by the cops, Travis Freddie Ducharme. 32.30 - An eyewitness sent us an account of the crass behavior of opioid addicts at a St. Vital bar and grill. They noted how multiple crews responding to an overdose there could have been diverted from taking urgent calls for help from law-abiding citizens. Observing the overall situation, a woman online defended the efforts of police to apprehend violent criminals, writing "This place is terrible. There's no consideration for anybody's safety." We ask - Has your elected official spoken out lately? ****** Saturday In the Winnipeg Sun: For years, a criminal racket used three properties on Lisgar Avenue to produce and distribute crack cocaine, with three more on Austin St. North also connected to the cartel. Court heard one of the homes saw over 150 people a day come to acquire drugs. After a forfeiture order, 21 new housing units owned and built by non-profit Purpose Construction will replace them in North Point Douglas. The Anhart Community Housing Society will develop the new homes, arrange financing, and with the help of the private investment sector will cover equity shortfalls through the Anhart Affordable Homes 2019 Limited Partnership. All the details at- https://winnipegsun.com/opinion/columnists/gold-joint-initiative-bringing-21-housing-units-to-north-point-douglas Sunday in the Winnipeg Sun: The IIU report about the Bradley Singer killing demonstrates to what end the IIU will go to exonerate police. Gerry Singer - who we interviewed last year - agrees a public inquiry would be able to probe just what was necessary, and call all the police and doctors involved to testify. Should parents and friends of mentally ill people in distress call police? Or are they condemning their children and friends to death. ⁠https://winnipegsun.com/opinion/columnists/gold-public-inquiry-needed-after-iiu-cover-up-in-bradley-singer-shooting⁠ ****** To help defray our expenses for Season 6, please use the PayPal or E-transfer option on the ActionLine.ca Donate page, or email us directly for other ways to contribute: martygoldlive@gmail.com…

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Feb 23 2025- Susan Auch Says PC’s Rigged Transcona Nomination 32:39

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Allegations of arbitrary rules and deadlines were leveled at the Manitoba Progressive Conservatives this weekend by Susan Auch, who wanted to run for the provincial nomination in Transcona. In Episode 9, Auch tells her version of how she was treated, and why she thinks party insiders manipulated the process to keep her out and smooth the way for former City councilor Shawn Nason. Raised in Transcona, Susan Auch became a 3-time Olympic skating medalist inducted into numerous athletic halls of fame. A realtor, she had an unsuccessful run for the Tories in 2011 in Assiniboia, so she's not a newcomer to party politics. 3.30 - When she heard a byelection was called for March 18th to replace the late MLA Nello Altomare, Auch felt "Transcona's my neighborhood and I wanted to run... I called headquarters and initially the CEO was very excited... she called me back and she was quite cool." Auch explains the odd restrictions placed on her, ranging from a 30 hour time limit, to being denied a membership list while told the nomination paper signatures had to be from current members only. She raises a good point- why would she be told not to sign up new members, when the party is in the midst of a leadership race? Auch says she spoke to one of those hopefuls, Obby Khan. 7.00 - Marty Gold explains the court precedent set in the 1980's when Tory stalwarts Tom Denton and Olga Fuga tried to withhold member lists to control a non-profit board and Justice Scollin scolded them. 10.10- Auch's statement was "certain insiders saw me as a threat." She answers questions about her comment. Also discussed- Nason certainly isn't afraid to compete for the nomination; former PC leader Hugh McFadyen and her run in 2011; skewed rumours about Auch's civil court cases; "in Manitoba courts, people can lie". 18.15 - "The question we should ask is why would we not want the constituency to decide on who should be their representative?" Hear Auch's remarks about her disappointment in how the 2011 PC campaign treated her and the need to shore up current leadership. "I'm a business person and I'm a leader. Why would you not want me to have a chance and compete?... we need this party to be strong and have a lot of leaders." 27.30 Part 2 - Marty provides his overview of the nomination situation in Transcona, and how it can impact voter perceptions. ***** Today in the Winnipeg Sun- "T he City claimed it would take 10 extra hours beyond the allotted 2 hour FIPPA limit, and demanded he pay $300 for the reports to be located. "So I asked to see it. A city spokesman responded, “Engineering reports are not public domain but can be requested through the FIPPA process.” "And I was told it’s not an actual policy. “There is no specific directive regarding technical reports being or not being appended to administrative reports. It isjust our best practice to not publish technical or engineering reports in their raw state. We instead summarize the technical reports within the administrative report, which was done in this case.” "Best practice? To keep taxpayers in the dark, maybe. " And guess who wants the bridge? The Bike Lobby. Read it here: City keeps report justifying $5M Omand’s Creek mega bridge secret **** Our interviews, investigations and analysis is fueled by the direct financial support of listeners and readers who believe in our mission- You have the power and the right to know what's really going on in your community. We cover crime, public safety, government waste and neighborhood issues with insight and knowledge gathered over decades of being Your Watchdog. Support for the costs of Season 6 can be sent via PayPal or E-transfer at the links on our Donate page - where the top podcasts and more are listed for your review. WE EARN YOUR SUPPORT.…

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Feb 21 2025- Wally Daudrich plans to "right the wrongs" of Pallister's Covid laws 25:05

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Like the rest of the country, citizens of Manitoba were deeply divided not only by their own beliefs, but by the draconian actions taken by their provincial government during the Covid-19 pandemic. On Thursday, Wally Daudrich announced that if he becomes leader of the Progressive Conservatives, he's going to reverse former Premier Brian Pallister's onerous ticket-and-fine scheme and give back the monies collected and still owing. We broke the story in the Winnipeg Sun . 4.05 Part 2- He's out fighting for votes every day as he tries to win the Tory leadership race, and Wally Daudrich hears it everywhere he goes: the party has to make amends after failing to respect the rights of people and businesses during the pandemic. "We need to go back and do something about that. We should have done this when we were in government but we didn't. I wanted to do that," said Daudrich in an exclusive interview. He called on Premier Wab Kinew to "make these changes so that we can actually bring back the fine money that people paid out to the Province and then forgive the fines of people that have been unable to pay to this point." If Daudrich becomes PC leader and wins the next election, "I will make sure that we are making the wrongs right again." Hear Marty Gold go over the numbers with Daudrich about his proposed Covid ticket amnesty, how many tickets would be refunded, how many forgiven, and Daudrich's estimate of the cost to the provincial treasury. He believes that churches and organizations that paid huge fine amounts for "illegal gatherings" and other violations would re-invest the refunds into charitable works in their communities. Daudrich says he's had his own run-ins with bureaucrats during the 30 years of operating Lazy Bear Lodge in Churchill and is sympathetic to those who suffered "during that dire time which unfortunately claimed a lot of small businesses and discouraged a lot of Manitobans. I want to give hope back to Manitoba." 21.06 Part 3- Episode 8 wraps up with an analysis of the Daudrich gambit to bring disaffected conservatives back into the party fold, and a reminder of how listeners can support our work during Season 6. Our ⁠Donate page⁠ on ActionLine.ca has handy lists of our Top Podcasts of 2024; interviews with political leaders, public figures and crime victims; and our reports on City Hall and the Legislature. To send E-Transfers, comments, story tips, or inquiries about personal appearances: martygoldlive@gmail.com ***** Our recent reports in The Winnipeg Sun: Family hunts down stolen car after being told no cops available Why do City wages for Safety Officers outpace pay for cops?…

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Feb 14 2025- Paul Edmonds Speaks On Winnipeg Sports And Great Memories 42:42

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A mainstay of Winnipeg radio airwaves for three decades, Paul Edmonds was the voice of the Goldeyes baseball team before taking over play-by-play duties for the Winnipeg Jets in 2014. For the holiday weekend, TGCTS presents a Sports Special with one of the best sportscasters in the country for Episode 7. 2.40- The team he covers is at the top of the NHL standings, and Paul Edmonds has some special insight into what the team is doing right. He discusses how dealing with pro athletes has changed over the years, and the reasons why you just don't hear about the free-spirit and outspoken types like Tricky Dicky Thornton that used to make off-the-field headlines years ago. Corporate ownership, social media, and modern travel schedules have affected it, so earning the trust of the players is key to be able to tell their stories. We touch on a legendary Marble Club story about some Montreal Canadiens. 19.10- In Part 2 of our discussion Paul describes how not all interviews go well, and as a broadcaster you learn from them. He tells about a couple of situations with NHL greats Joe Sakic and Mike Babcock. The foundation was laid in his days at Red River College by "some old heavyweights" and he explains how influential our friend Brian Smiley was when he began his career covering the Western Hockey League. 26.50 - Paul Edmonds says "I'm a by-product" of the rich tradition of Winnipeg sports broadcasters - "a wealth of broadcasting luminaries" - and some inspired the development of his pacing and style. 31.00 - Some word association about old-time Winnipeg sports and media figures, and which athletes he met that made him turn 'fanboi' in their presence. It happens to all of us! Paul Edmonds : "You never forget those people that helped you along the way." ****** The Season Six funding campaign has received our first contribution, even before we kicked it off! We will be revealing the fundraising target soon. Your support, whether it’s for $100, for more, or for less, all counts towards ensuring this platform can continue to deliver the analysis, information and interviews you need to know! Our ⁠ ⁠Donate page⁠ ⁠ on ActionLine.ca lists our Top Podcasts of 2024; interviews with political leaders, public figures and crime victims; and reports on City Hall and the Legislature. It includes links for PayPal and E-transfer donations! For comments and suggestions, or to arrange freelance writing, event hosting, public appearances and presentations: Email -- martygoldlive@gmail.com ** Watch for our two stories about policing and public safety coming up this weekend in the Winnipeg Sun! **…

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Feb 8 2025- Should Asagwara Be Benched By Coach Kinew? 38:38

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When a government releases 300 pages of audits only minutes before a press conference, everyone knows they have something to hide. In Episode 6 we dive into the details, and tell you just how much of a failure the NDP's health care reforms have been with front-line staff. Part 1 - “If the disease in our health-care system is a culture of dysfunction, then the symptom of that disease is fiscal mismanagement.” - Manitoba Health Minister Uzoma Asagwara on Wednesday. If anyone's an expert on dysfunction and fiscal mismanagement, it's the Manitoba NDP. You'll hear a few of the unmentioned costs rung up by Shared Health, who the NDP expects you to trust to turn that ship around, and a budget preparation model proposed by the auditors that for some reason isn't good enough for Winnipeg councillors. 21.05- Part 2 - "After years of losing nurses in Manitoba, we've … started to turn the corner." - Premier Wab Kinew on Friday. That's exceptionally wishful thinking. You'll hear why around that corner, is a cliff. And the NDP has 481 new passengers- em, newly hired nurses - being driven off it. As reported in The Black Rod, a survey of nurses by the union revealed that only 1% of members agreed the Kinew/Asagwara "listening tours" scored an A for responding to what they heard needs fixing. The survey results also show a startling number of nurses "reconsider(ed) how long you anticipate remaining in your nursing career". From workload to workplace violence, the results add up to a solid F - d espite the earnest pro-NDP stance of union management. Nurses on the front lines aren't willing to suffer in silence. An MNU Instagram post in January hints that the problem is with the double-dribbling point guard Kinew expects to lead the team. "Manitobans need transparency. Manitobans need action." Can Kinew convince Manitobans they need Asagwara? He may have to convince himself first. See also - https://winnipegsun.com/opinion/gold-no-wonder-nurses-quit-really-sick-go-to-the-er-at-your-own-risk ****** In the Winnipeg Sun on Sunday - my discussion about the proposed drug user site in Point Douglas with a federal official revealed the feds had a little problem with NDP Addictions Minister Bernadette Smith and CBC. And, a day care parent has a problem with a gap in the Health Canada guidelines for public consultations that Smith and the proponents of the site might be taking advantage of. ****** The Season Six funding campaign has received our first contribution, even before we kicked it off! Your support, whether it’s for $100, more, or less, all counts towards ensuring this platform can continue to deliver the analysis, information and interviews you need to know- with no Tru-dough! Our ⁠ ⁠Donate page⁠ ⁠ on ActionLine.ca lists our Top Podcasts of 2024; interviews with political leaders, public figures and crime victims; and reports on City Hall and the Legislature. It includes links for PayPal and E-transfer donations!…

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Feb 3 2025- NDP Exploiting Lax Drug Site Consultation Rules 44:28

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After our reports in the Winnipeg Sun about the haphazard public consultation process for the proposed drug consumption site, Episode 5 focuses on a comparison raised by another Sun columnist. Part 1 - Our stories have detailed the limited outreach for the consultations by the NDP government and Aboriginal Health and Wellness Centre, and what the proponents have heard from Point Douglas and East Exchange district stakeholders concerned with the potential of even more crime and disorder descending on their neighborhood. The failed narrative of site supporters and the media is that anyone with questions are an enemy of addiction treatment. With the area MLA Bernadette Smith being assigned by Wab Kinew to help fulfill his election promise, residents feel she is in a conflict of interest. Where are city councillors or Mayor Scott Gillingham in this process to represent the community? Absent. Yet the spike of vandalism and break-ins and violence they've suffered was directly connected to former Mayor Brian 'don't arrest the criminals' Bowman, as homeless addicts and illegal riverbank encampments terrorized their neighborhoods 13.10- John Wintrup wrote: "There is a more rigorous and fulsome process outlined by the federal government for siting new cell towers compared to siting new safe consumption sites." Not a lot of people in Winnipeg know anything about the federal telecom tower approval process . It just so happens, Marty Gold is one of them. 17.35 Part 2- A major reason behind concerns about a fair and proper consultation not being conducted is the fact Argyle High School is right across the street. As Wintrup described it: "The public is now considering the compatibility of safe consumption sites within 60 metres of schools — the length of an NHL ice sheet – well within an easy walking distance... Either someone at the provincial government thinks safe consumption sites 200 feet from schools are great, or did not think this through at all." 23.00 - Listen to the audio of Bernadette Smith explaining how 200 Disraeli came to be listed as the address on the application- especially in light of Wintrup's analysis. The Health Canada rules for applications to establish a safe consumption site don't even have a defined radius for notifications of nearby properties, services or political representatives, and what details are to be included. But if this was a communications tower being proposed for 200 Disraeli, it would be vastly different- and better protect the public interest. We have the details of the rules set out by ISED including - a well-defined radius for notification mailings - the information required including why the specific location is best-suited to the proposal, - the stringent timelines for acknowledging and replying to public comments and questions, and for addressing or rectifying concerns - the placement of newspaper ads Another interesting point is that a communications tower is visited perhaps twice a year by one or two technicians for repair, maintenance or installation of a new dish. Almost no traffic results, yet formal municipal concurrence is a requirement. Yet for a site frequented by hundreds of addicts weekly to use drugs- and are allowed to walk out the door- it seems Health Canada has no such sign-off required. Federal rules regulate drug site consultations with less rigour than a cell tower proposed in the middle of farmland. And the NDP knows it. IN THE SUN: Media Cheerleaders Won't Deter Consumption Site Questions ⁠ Fake Consumption Site Consultations Not Fooling Pt. Douglas Stakeholders “Please do not set this up in our neighborhood” Smith told about planned drug site Dishonest Consumption Site Consultations Threat to Bernadette Smith’s Political Future Our ⁠ Donate page⁠ on ActionLine.ca lists Top Podcasts of 2024; interviews with political leaders, public figures and crime victims; and rCity Hall and Legislature reports. It includes links for PayPal and E-transfer donations!…

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Jan 28 2025- On Joanne Cochrane, and other things 56:45

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After blizzards in two provinces and a family funeral, we get back on track with Episode 4 and review recent events at City Hall, fallout from our our columns in the Winnipeg Sun, and some insight into the NDP's fake safe drug consumption site consultations. Part 1 - The sights seen on trips to Regina and Deloraine for CWE wrestling fundraisers, including the unprecedented sight of dozens of freight trucks littering the ditches and medians. 8.25 - Marty speaks briefly about the sudden passing of our friend Joanne Cochrane of CTV Winnipeg, and how she always worked to make the community a better place. 15.15 Part 2- Coun. Sherri Rollins finished decorating the windows of her new ward office at the same time she ankled her post on EPC. Now, Ross Eadie (Mynarski) is Chair of the Water, Waste and Environment committee, taking on the mammoth budget for the new sewage treatment plant. The recent budget meetings have proven that City Council, by and large, refuse to accept they have a spending problem. How will the longtime maverick fit in with the Gillingham 'team" ? 25.10 - The promotion of Markus Chambers to Deputy Mayor is noted, coming while the hiring of a new police chief by his Police Board has become such a boondoggle an outside lawyer has been hired to revisit the process. Hear an idea about why that's the case. * To send feedback, topic or interview suggestions, or E-transfers to support our work - martygoldlive@gmail.com 29.55 Part 3 - We were first to report that 7-Elevens were going to be shuttered. Last week, the 7-Eleven on Salter at Flora was closed, as did the Maples outlet on Jefferson, thanks to an endless stream of thieves and criminals. Next, a recap of recent Sun columns and reports that have ripped the covers off important issues: - "The amount of people sleeping in there was disgusting. No wonder patients leave and nurses quit.” So You're Really Sick? Enter ER At Your Own Risk https://winnipegsun.com/opinion/gold-no-wonder-nurses-quit-really-sick-go-to-the-er-at-your-own-risk 39.45 - “When you drill a bit deeper past the headlines of the story, you can see both the strength of the provinces’ rational and the questionable nature of the opposition.” Not so fast, Dan Lett- Media Cheerleaders Won't Deter Consumption Site Questions https://winnipegsun.com/opinion/columnists/gold-media-cheerleaders-wont-deter-consumption-site-questions - "There was only one pen and one pad of paper per table. (No) website you can enter in some concerns or questions. Nothing. It was a checkbox ‘we consulted,’ That’s it.” Fake Consumption Site Consultations Not Fooling Pt. Douglas Stakeholders https://winnipegsun.com/opinion/gold-fake-consumption-site-consultations-not-fooling-point-douglas-stakeholders You'll hear some information about the Thunder Bay drug use site being used as a model for the 200 Disraeli project, and an explanation how the NDP invented a 500 meter 'consultation radius' to try and control the anticipated neighbourhood outcry. - Also this week , four candidates for the Grand Chief By-Election happening Wednesday emerged from the AMC nomination process. The most familiar name of the group is former Peguis First Nation Chief Glenn Hudson, who has been in the public eye since first being elected chief of his home community in 2007, serving 6 terms and 14 years in total. https://winnipegsun.com/news/provincial/gold-hudson-three-others-via-for-top-amc-post ****** * Our Donate page on ActionLine.ca has handy lists of our Top Podcasts of 2024; interviews with political leaders, public figures and crime victims; and our reports on City Hall and the Legislature. * It's a great way to get caught up on important issues that matter, and the lists serve as proof that when we kick-off the Season 6 funding campaign in February, we ALWAYS earn your support.…

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Jan 15 2025- NDP Covid Fear Campaign Fails 1:03:52

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Between the fire on Main Street and then the big blizzard, posting Episode 3 was unexpectedly delayed- but we hope you'll agree it was worth the wait! Part 1 - We get caught up on some recent events, including the passing of long time friend Norm Dahmer, who wrestled in Canada as Killer Austin in the 1980's; the CKY reunion with Steve Vogelsang that was a great time organized by Peter Young; and the Celebration of LIfe for Ted Wyman, the fun-loving musician and Winnipeg Sun sports editor who passed away far too soon. 15.20 Part 2 - An analysis of the press conference held by Premier Wab Kinew and Mayor Scott Gillingham to announce the "Your Way Home' plan to eradicate illegal encampments. Here was Marty's report in the Sun: https://winnipegsun.com/news/provincial/manitoba-introduces-plan-to-end-chronic-homelessness As you'll hear, the blame for the situation getting out of control rests with former Mayor Brian Bowman, who refused to let police or council crack down on homeless criminals and now evades accountability after his politically-motivated appointment by Justin Trudeau to the King's Bench. We note why the plan was rushed into the public realm, the selling job, how the plan will supposedly work, and whether the new apartments will truly be safe. There's an explanation of how the NDP is botching- or rigging, depending on who you ask- the public consultation process, including the use of a malfunctioning website. To send feedback, topic or interview suggestions, or E-transfers to support our work - martygoldlive@gmail.com 36.20 Part 3 details some of the listener and reader reaction to the interviews with former police sergeant Loren Schinkel and PC leadership hopeful Wally Daudrich. https://actionline.ca/2025/01/jan-6-2025-get-cops-back-to-basics-of-policing-says-schinkel/ https://actionline.ca/2025/01/jan-11-2025-wally-daudrich-aims-to-fix-pc-manitoba-brand/ Still as of this weekend, no police chief has been hired. It's a total embarrassment for city hall. 46.50- A Free Press story about a Daudrich campaign event displayed the open bias of the Free Press reporter , who ignored his extensive remarks about the economy and instead tried to smear Daudrich because- horrors- he and some of his supporters have "right wing" opinions the newspaper doesn't approve of and wants their readers to find revolting. How many times has the Green Party been described as "far left"? Never. How many sexes does Carol Sanders think exist? She should tell us. 52.10- A column by Tom Brodbeck continued the Free Press scare narrative about Covid. He's obsessed with the fact almost 85% of Manitobans don't line up for more boosters. The province's health mandarins are letting him down. We fill in the blanks of why that is that Dr. Tom won't discuss. ******* Our Donate page on ActionLine.ca has handy lists of our Top Podcasts of 2024; interviews with political leaders, public figures and crime victims; and our reports on City Hall and the Legislature. It's a great way to get caught up on important issues that matter, and the lists serve as proof that when we kick-off the Season 6 funding campaign in February, we ALWAYS earn your support. Go to WinnipegSun.com to read columns and news reports from Marty Gold. https://winnipegsun.com/search/?search_text=marty+gold…

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Jan 11 2025- Wally Daudrich Aims To Fix PC Manitoba Brand 1:02:53

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Part 1 - You'll hear an introduction for our new listeners about TGCTS and our role in the public affairs landscape. We specialize in long-form interviews with elected officials, candidates, and newsmakers, holding government and institutions to account and providing a voice for the public. 6.00 Part 2 - A longtime director of the Progressive Conservative Party of Manitoba, Wally Daudrich is a Churchill hotelier and eco-tourism operator (Lazy Bear Expeditions) and recently became a part-owner of the Winnipeg Sun. He decided to step up and run to become the new PC leader. "A lot of what I've been doing is building up trust with the legacy members," many of whom were put-off by the last leadership race process and 2023 election campaign. "I'm trying to bring those people back into the fold" and "fix the brand," Daudrich explains. His vision includes northern, mining and infrastructure development, citing the royalty revenues Saskatchewan derives as evidence mining could boost the provincial treasury by $3B. Daudrich discusses aspects the PC Party needs to shore up- improving communicating with members is at the forefront. He cites Pallister's pandemic management as a source of internal tensions and dissatisfaction, and says in comparison to places like South Dakota, "The government was being influenced by the wrong people." * To send feedback, topic or interview suggestions, or E-transfers to support our work - martygoldlive@gmail.com 19.00 - Daudrich believes that during the pandemic, Pallister was distracted by a constantly-critical media "that influenced the policy that we sought." He is also critical that caucus members "got pulled into that vortex" and didn't support maintaining "the semblance of freedom that we have." Daudrich and his wife worked hard to build a multi-million dollar business while raising 5 kids. He's opposed to policies creating a dependence on government funding and "a culture of victimhood." He wants citizens "to excel in your life" and create businesses, and wants to wean Manitoba off of federal transfer payments: "Why are we the only western province that has to have our hand out?" 29.20 Part 3 - Marty Gold asks Daudrich about his personal and business background, having a residence in the Morden-Winkler area, and policy matters. - On crime and public safety he says there's "a mood introduced under Justin Trudeau that we need to coddle these criminals" and for cops becoming social workers. - "We used to laugh at Saskatchewan" but now their mining policies underpin a strong economy. - Daudrich believes the proposed NeeStaNan Utility Corridor to build a rail line to Port Nelson could bring up to $100B in investments and jobs to the province. - "We've got hundreds of miles of coastline that gives us access to the North Atlantic and some of the biggest markets in the world for energy, for potash and agriculture products and we're doing nothing on that front." 47.00 - Daudrich is firmly against the "I'm an anti-Zionist not an anti-Semite" radicals terrorizing public spaces and dividing western societies. "I am an absolute supporter of the state of Israel and the Jewish people without any apology." He says the public has to closely assess whether politicians like Premier Wab Kinew actually take action against Jew-hate or just engage in "Symbolism over substance." * More about the Daudrich campaign is at Wally4Leader.ca * 57.25 Part 4 - Our Donate page on ActionLine.ca has handy lists of our Top Podcasts of 2024; interviews with political leaders, public figures and crime victims; and our reports on City Hall and the Legislature. It's a great way to get caught up on important issues that matter, and the lists serve as proof that when we kick-off the Season 6 funding campaign in February, we ALWAYS earn your support. Go to WinnipegSun.com to read more columns and news reports from Marty Gold.…

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Jan 6 2025- – Get Cops Back To Basics Of Policing, Says Schinkel 30:23

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The kick-off episode of Season 6 follows up on our exclusive Winnipeg Sun interview - 'Winnipeg Police Service is at the crossroads, and Loren Schinkel is waiting there'. You'll hear audio of the former police Sergeant discussing how to restore effective policing to tackle rampant theft, and problems with the Police Board and the Checkstop program. Part 1- TGCTS podcasts are interviews, investigations and analysis that is independent of government, and our costs are met by sponsor, listener and reader support. We're pleased to announce the final total of the Season Five Funding Drive which exceeded the goal of $5600! 9.28 Part 2- With the hiring of a new chief by the Police Board seemingly at a stalemate, Loren Schinkel spoke out in the Sun about his interest in the top job and his ideas for how order can be restored to the community after the failed tenure of Danny Smyth. “I think it was a very divisive nine year period that set certainly the service back in a number of areas,” Schinkel said, citing Smyth’s failures on community policing, downtown safety and especially response to 911 calls. 14.00- In this bonus audio, Schinkel addresses a variety of topics including the surge of retail theft, how the Police Board may be undermining law enforcement, and the need to re-evaluate programs like the Checkstop traffic blockades to ensure resources are directed to 911 and front-line services. He also describes the endless loop that can trap good ideas from the front lines in a maze of bureaucracy so nothing gets changed. Another legacy of Danny Smyth. 23.48 - Marty recaps the points made by Schinkel, and previews some of the upcoming coverage on the podcasts and in the Winnipeg Sun. We were able to force elected officials to consider issues affecting business owners, employees, homeowners and seniors last year and we will continue to be Your Watchdog! * Use the listings on the Donate page to listen to: The Top 10 Rated Podcasts, Winnipeg Issues & City Hall Interviews, Government Analysis, and Hear Directly From Crime Victims. Hear how we earn your support! * To send in feedback, story and interview ideas, or to send an E-Transfer towards our Season 6 budget, email martygoldlive@gmail.com…

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Dec 31 2024- The Top Ten Podcasts of 2024 49:31

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This year, we earned your support, and made a difference! With our interviews, investigations and analysis on City Hall, Manitoba politics, and the key issues like crime, public safety and bungling governments, we've seen more voters than ever wondering what they're actually paying for. Part 1 - We wrap up Season 5, and the calendar year, with a look at what people are saying about TGCTS and our Winnipeg Sun columns: * "You do a great job of keeping those politicians up at night. Thank you." * "That picture of the Riverwalk says it all, doesn’t it? Unused needles tossed and garbage from one end to the other. Addicts won’t even use the needles given to them for harm reduction. Toss them aside and get more free ones." * "This is what our tourists see when they walk down to The Forks. Welcome to Winnipeg. Made from what’s real. Let’s see how Wab’s new plan plays out. You’ve helped shine a big spotlight on the issues we have been fighting so hard for." Marty has a brief preview of the topics and interviews we want to bring you in 2025- and of course, substantial coverage of the pending federal election. E-transfers, sponsor inquiries, comments, news tips- martygoldlive@gmail.com Part 2 - It's a little of Season 4, a little more of Season 5, and a lot of gratitude to our supporters, donors, and for the volunteer help we get on the production side to keep the train a-rollin'! Here's the hit parade, and you'll hear them and more discussed: Number 1- Hear from the neighbour who saw it all Season 5 Episode 27 - Years Of Drugs, Disorder, Death At EK Crime Hub https://actionline.ca/2024/10/oct-20-2024-years-of-drugs-disorder-death-at-ek-crime-hub/ Number 2- Story of the Year got rolling S5 Ep 14- Metro Fumbles Plan20-50 Public Hearing, Forced To Retreat https://actionline.ca/2024/08/aug-9-2024-metro-fumbles-plan20-50-public-hearing-forced-to-retreat/ Number 3- A big surprise as people wanted to hear the TV audio we archived for almost 40 years S4 Ep 17- When Holocaust Denier David Irving Spoke In Winnipeg https://actionline.ca/2024/02/feb-21-2024-when-holocaust-denier-david-irving-spoke-in-winnipeg/ Number 4 - The first episode of 2024 S4 Ep 1- Dr. Joss Reimer, The Pollyanna of Downtown Winnipeg https://actionline.ca/2024/01/jan-4-2024-dr-joss-reimer-the-pollyanna-of-downtown-winnipeg/ Number 5 - S5 Ep 19 – Amped Up Anti-Cop Mob Claims Portage & Main https://actionline.ca/2024/09/sept-6-2024-amped-up-anti-cop-mob-claims-portage-main/ Number 6 - S5 Ep 28- Former Flophouse Resident Wants City To Shut It Down https://actionline.ca/2024/10/oct-25-2024-former-flophouse-resident-wants-city-to-shut-it-down/ Number 7 - S4 Ep 18 Bell MTS A Hot Mess As Layoffs Loom https://actionline.ca/2024/02/feb-24-2024-bell-mts-a-hot-mess-as-layoffs-loom/ Number 8 - About our big scoop that upset the NDP S5 Ep 35– NDP Reeling After Sun Scoop On Drug User Site https://actionline.ca/2024/12/dec-5-2024-ndp-reeling-after-sun-scoop-on-drug-user-site/ Number 9 - A heart wrenching interview - To support the Truth for Lily campaign, email sheenapaterson.massagetherapy@gmail.com S4 Ep 42- City Keeps 911 Audio From Suicide Victim’s Family https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/great-canadian-talk-show/episodes/May-1-2024--City-Keeps-911-Audio-From-Suicide-Victims-Family-e2iq1d6 Number 10- The Broadway insiders were sharing this a lot S4 Ep 38 – Manitoba MLA News And Rumours https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/great-canadian-talk-show/episodes/April-18-2024--Manitoba-MLA-News-And-Rumours-e2ii0h7 Bonus- Marty's choice is this special episode about our friend and colleague Brian Smiley: S4 Ep 43- Brian Smiley, Gone Too Soon https://actionline.ca/2024/05/may-5-2024-brian-smiley-gone-too-soon/ PLEASE SHARE THESE EPISODES AND HELP US REACH MORE LISTENERS ************ And... the Season 5 Funding Drive tally - WE MADE IT! Campaign target - $5600 As of Dec. 30th - $5615 THANK YOU FOR HELPING US KEEP THE BILLS PAID AND OUR PLATFORMS ONLINE. HAPPY NEW YEAR!…

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Dec 30 2024- City Council Has To Justify Continuing WMR Membership 38:11

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Part 1- This weekend’s columns in the Winnipeg Sun are reviewed, as important issues we’ve covered all year long came to a head. The vaunted Metro Region Plan20-50 was deep-sixed, Wab Kinew finally decided illegal encampments had to go and stay gone, and former Winnipeg broadcaster Dahlia Kurtz is organizing the fight against Jew-haters, declaring, “Our leaders have failed us. We will not fail us.” We fill in some details- and there’s news about terrorist-supporting mobs taking over malls during Christmas across the country you probably haven’t heard about yet. 11.44 Part 2 - From the Sun column on Sunday: In 2021, Mayor Cheryl Christian of West St. Paul told the media, "Plan 2050 will have significant impact on all businesses, citizens and property owners living within the Winnipeg Metro Region boundaries." She was sounding the alarm- but after the blueprint document that included the power of expropriation emerged from WRM backrooms, the City of Winnipeg did nothing to get the people of Winnipeg informed or made aware. It all blew up at the Niverville public hearing, and you’ll hear how the scene unfolded from Don Woodstock and Marty, after the WMR board foisted dealing with hundreds of affected residents stuck in the lobby on their diminutive Executive Director. Woodstock, who operates a security firm, addressed them when she floundered and tried to placate the crowd. He describes how shortly after, most of the board had snuck out a side door and none of them explained their postponement ruling to the restless crowd in person. A discussion of the roles of mismanagement of the public hearings, Mayor Scott Gillingham, a biased media, and Wab KInew’s play to support the dissenting RM’s gets analyzed. * EVERY PODCAST EPISODE CAN BE HEARD AT ⁠ https://actionline.ca/podcast/ ⁠ WITH ADDED IMAGES AND GRAPHICS * From the column: “While Gillingham and WMR staff insisted opposing views were based on “misinformation”, within two weeks, a total of 12 out of the 18 member municipalities had rejected the plan, including one (Rockwood) that claimed the consultants had never even spoken to them before tabling a document that would determine future development in their district.” This is story of the year because it was a power grab and it cost a lot of money to be just be blown up by the people responsible for it’s failure and stick taxpayers with the bill. The narrative of “it’s conspiracy theories” fell to the legitimacy of the concerns about democracy. Listen to what really forced the WMR to unanimously scuttle the plan. We are almost at the fundraising goal for Season 5 of $5600 ! Make a year-end contribution via ⁠⁠ActionLine.ca⁠⁠ using Paypal or E-Transfer and receive a rare copy of the Black & White photographic history of 1970's Winnipeg, Retropeg! 26.15 - More from the Sun column: The NDP’s Bill 4 would revoke making participation mandatory. That means elected officials in places like Niverville, Headingley, East St. Paul, and Winnipeg will have to vote on maintaining WMR membership. Woodstock and Marty explore what sort of delegations with questions might appear when City Hall has to do what every other WRM member will – hold a public vote about continuing to be a WRA member. With Gillingham being on the Metro executive committee, questions will arise about Plan20-50 expenses, consulting costs, and potential conflicts of interest (Woodstock says out loud what was only whispered until now- "their friends and their cronies"). Taxpayers deserve answers about the lack of return on investment, and why Gilliingham and city planners went along with the scheme to override elected RM's autonomy, which was confirmed by Municipal Affairs Minister Glen Simard as being why the province stepped in. As for the slanted portrayal of Plan20-50 opponents by Winnipeg's broadcast media as 'misinformed crazies', Woodstock says "you should be ashamed." COMING UP- THE TOP TEN PODCASTS OF 2024 -AND THE SEASON 5 FUNDING DRIVE CONCLUDES.…

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Dec 24 2024- Plan 20-50 Ditched, Kinew Clearing Encampments 40:44

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Episode 38 focuses on how we get results! Part 1 - Transcona Councillor Russ Wyatt hosted a Christmas party on Saturday, collecting food hampers and much-needed funds for the needy in Transcona. Hear how on Monday, he took on the role of traffic cop to unsnarl shoppers in his ward. 8.38 Part 2 - The Winnipeg Metro Region voted unanimously to pull Plan20-50 and discontinue the public hearings. The first anyone heard a critical word about the power-grab by the unelected body of elected municipal officials was Marty's column in the Winnipeg Sun. But once the flaws of the "climate change"-driven document, including insane housing density concepts and misguided and inaccurate maps, became known, the dream of Metro allowing the City of Winnipeg to have veto power over all development planning in nearby RMs was shattered. Wab Kinew's promise to legislate an 'out' for dissenting RM's helped grease the skids. In 2021, Mayor Cheryl Christian of West St. Paul told the media, " Plan 2050 will have significant impact on all businesses, citizens and property owners living within the Winnipeg Metro Region boundaries." Did Mayor Gillingham ever warn us of that? The public's opposition shocked the media- but not us. You'll hear a brief overview of the news- with more details coming up in the Winnipeg Sun next Sunday. * For comments, feedback, or - To Donate via E-transfer, Cash and Cheque contributions, Ads & Sponsoring segments, please Email - ⁠⁠ Martygoldlive@gmail.com * 19.08 Part 3- What led up to Wab Kinew telling reporters he's changing course and intends to clear out lawless riverbank homeless encampments in downtown? You can bet Marty Gold's series of stories in the Sun about the effects on property owners and residents near the Red and Assiniboine - and revealing the proposed location of a safe injection site - created an urgency to turn away from emphasizing harm reduction ideology over public safety. Last Sunday's column suggesting the campers be moved to the Legislature grounds was spurred by Coun. Cindy Gilroy touting a UN initiative she chairs in Winnipeg- which exposed how there was a two-tier approach to women's safety by the City. Listen to the background of the column and the obstacles to Kinew's goal to house tent-dwellers within 30 days. The real winner here is Marion Willis of St. Boniface Street Links whose smart, results-oriented approach to dealing with the homeless and addictions has now been admitted as the right way to go- even if Kinew, Gillingham and "harm reduction experts" refuse to say so out loud. ********* We are almost at the fundraising goal for Season 5 of $5600. Thank you to our donors! You've seen the results our exclusive Investigations, Interviews and Analysis can bring the community. Make a year-end contribution via ActionLIne.ca using Paypal or E-Transfer and receive a rare copy of the B & W photographic history of 1970's Winnipeg, Retropeg! *****…

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Dec 17 2024- Nothing’s Off The Table To Trim City Costs, Insists Browaty 1:01:36

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