Why is it so hard to extinguish Canadian wildfires?
Summary
The episode features Mike Smyth discussing Canada’s trade tensions with the US, arguing for a tougher stance against tariffs. He then interviews Colin Craig about a new report ranking Canadian hospitals, highlighting poor Google reviews and long wait times while advocating for private care options. Finally, author John Vaillant joins to analyze the worsening wildfire season, dismissing US criticism of Canadian forest management and explaining the impact of climate change and modern building materials on fire severity.
Topics discussed
US-Canada Trade War: Tariffs, Gordie Howe Bridge, and Retaliation
Canadian Hospital Google Reviews: Wait Times and System Critique
Wildfire Smoke, Trump's Anger, and Climate Change Realities
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