Thoughtful, long-form conversations about the ideas that shape our politics and culture. If you're wanting to make sense of what is going on in the world, our guests can help. Non-partisan and honest. Break free from the orthodoxies of mainstream media, and the hyperbole and extremes of social media. Based in Toronto, Canada.
Viewpoints
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Thoughtful, long-form conversations about the ideas that shape our politics and culture. If you're wanting to make sense of what is going on in the world, our guests can help. Non-partisan and honest. Break free from the orthodoxies of mainstream media, and the hyperbole and extremes of social media. Based in Toronto, Canada.
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December 9, 2025
Escaping the Algorithm: Taking Back Control from Your Devices | Eli Singer
<p>In this holiday bonus<strong> </strong>episode of Viewpoints, host Sean Rasmussen sits down with Eli Singer, a pioneer at the crossroads of people and technology, to explore our complicated relationships with screens and devices. After two decades in social media marketing—helping early teams at Google, Coca-Cola, Ford, and MoMA—Eli Singer watched the internet transform from a tool for community building into an engine of attention-harvesting. Now, as founder of Offline.now, he’s dedicated to helping people build healthier digital habits.</p><p>Sean Rasmussen and Eli Singer dive into why so many of us struggle to manage our screen time, how our devices are carefully designed to capture (and monetize) our attention, and what practical steps anyone can take to regain control. They discuss the four digital “personality types” that describe people’s relationships with their phones, and Eli Singer shares non-judgmental, actionable strategies to reduce dependency and reconnect with the offline world.</p><p>Whether you feel overwhelmed, “stuck,” or just want to function better, this episode offers a supportive and practical approach for anyone wanting a healthier relationship with tech.</p><p><strong>Guest Links:</strong></p><p>Website: <a href="https://offline.now/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://offline.now/</a></p><p>Book Link (Amazon): <a href="https://www.amazon.ca/Offline-now-Practical-Healthy-Digital-Balance/dp/1069515639/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://www.amazon.ca/Offline-now-Practical-Healthy-Digital-Balance/dp/1069515639/</a></p>
November 27, 2025
The War on Science in Canada | Geoff Horsman
<p>Host Sean Rasmussen sits down with Geoff Horsman, Associate Professor of Chemistry and Biochemistry at Wilfrid Laurier University and contributor to the new book “The War on Science.” Together, they dive into the growing ideological influences affecting research and scientific inquiry in Canada. From the challenges posed by mandated equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) requirements to the politicization of research funding through government agencies, Geoff Horsman shares his journey from a science-focused introvert to a vocal advocate for truth and open inquiry. The conversation explores the clash between liberal science and critical social justice ideologies, the impact of identity politics on scientific progress, and the urgent need to recentre truth as a guiding principle. If you care about the future of science, academic freedom, and viewpoint diversity, this is a must-listen episode.</p><p><br /></p><p>Guest Links:</p><p>--------------</p><p><strong>Book</strong>: <a href="https://www.amazon.ca/War-Science-Thirty-Nine-Scientists-Scientific/dp/B0DWLP2VTZ/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1Y7UDX2VEJ2MO&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.9wkV07zL_-K5xbx0eNkuNtD0neuBiavdY07sPMcRMuPwFOsXlpQzjbJaTqE-ua2A9QA6eCMbljmIGVkuwz7y2_2ihfwDDc0Gu8PlwkpH0HTwiW7Crz2OIHw1CEbIDE7XExP5wPgY9yYU40pOMWPqiw2MI8rfK6C9-blg8iSyL7Adjf2W2PAjRRrv6ei-l_k257FwX2djBHGTsI2J2QySaegQu1Hr42asujWPZw7v3m8Bd6Y9Ym24pkLhmeMFXYNAgD7PELLfHSyuc69FLmPx-m1bWBHIGDEOMFtEbliYbNQ.TKwi-2bJ_xiKhIPeDQMkMgNImP7Qr_CP8jBZ9r4kbIo&dib_tag=se&keywords=the+war+on+science&qid=1764117999&sprefix=the+war+on+scienc%2Caps%2C113&sr=8-1" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">The War on Science</a><br /><strong>Twitter/X</strong>: <a href="https://x.com/HorsmanGeoff" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">@HorsmanGeoff</a><br /><strong>Laurier Heterodox Substack</strong>: <a href="https://laurierhxa.substack.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://laurierhxa.substack.com/</a><br /><strong>Empowr</strong>: <a href="https://empowrconnect.substack.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://empowrconnect.substack.com/</a></p><p>In our conversation Geoff also mentions the work of<strong> Jonathan Rauch</strong> on the nature of scientific inquiry and what Rauch coins, “liberal science”:</p><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.ca/Kindly-Inquisitors-Attacks-Thought-Expanded/dp/022614593X/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Kindly Inquisitors: The New Attacks on Free Thought, Expanded Edition</a></li><li><a href="https://www.amazon.ca/Constitution-Knowledge-Jonathan-Rauch/dp/0815738862/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Constitution of Knowledge: A Defense of Truth</a></li></ul><p><br /></p><p><strong>Find out more and read the full transcript at </strong><a href="https://viewpointspodcast.ca" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"><strong>viewpointspodcast.ca</strong></a></p>
November 4, 2025
Is Liberalism Failing? The Anglosphere’s Existential Crisis | Brian Dijkema
<p>Host Sean Rasmussen sits down with Brian Dijkema, president of Cardus Canada, for a lively and honest chat about what’s really going on in Western societies. Why are we so divided? What’s happening with our institutions? Is a return to faith part of the solution? Brian Dijkema weighs in on everything from housing troubles and debt to the rise of progressive activism and the decline (or revival) of Christianity in public life. The conversation covers the roots of liberalism, cultural Christianity, leadership in tough times, and practical ideas for a better future—whether you’re religious or not. If you’re curious about where Canada (and the West) is heading, and how we might turn things around, this episode is definitely worth a listen!</p><p><strong>Guest:</strong></p><p>Brian Dijkema is the President, Canada at Cardus, and Senior Editor of Comment. He is a public policy analyst, public commentator, and writer.</p><p>He regularly works with municipal, provincial, federal governments, and civil servants on a wide range of policy issues. He consults widely with industry, business, labour, and civil society institutions. He is called upon to make presentations on research and policy to legislatures, and industry professionals, and contributes to media outlets on cultural and political issues across Canada and internationally, including the Globe and Mail, the National Post, the Toronto Star, The Hub, National Affairs, and more. Brian and his wife Nicole, along with their four children, call Hamilton home.</p><p><strong>Links:</strong></p><p>Cardus Canada: <a href="https://www.cardus.ca/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://www.cardus.ca/</a></p><p>Brian Dijkema on X: <a href="https://x.com/BrianDijkema" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://x.com/BrianDijkema</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Viewpoints, the podcast:</strong></p><p>Find out more about Viewpoints at:</p><p><a href="https://viewpointspodcast.ca/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://viewpointspodcast.ca/</a></p>
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