The Political Orphans

The Political Orphans

Is the left too WOKE and the right too MAGA? Tired of political extremists? Welcome home! The Political Orphans Podcast is the place for you. Rob Tha Builder, our token lefty, and Nico Lagan, our conservative Christian reformer, bring their unique perspectives to the table as they dissect the week's biggest headlines, from political news to the latest social media controversies. They offer a balanced perspective for those tired of taking sides. Join the conversation and challenge your own assumptions. Subscribe now for new episodes Monday to Friday LIVE at Noon EST! How to follow Nico Lagan: https://x.com/RealNicoLagan https://www.instagram.com/realnicolagan/ https://www.tiktok.com/@realnicolagan How to follow Rob https://x.com/rob_thabuilder You can also find us on all major podcast platforms: Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, and more!"

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July 17, 2025 122 mins

Welcome to The Political Orphans, the bold new voice of independent media where left meetsright! Powered by YOU: our commenters. My name is Nico Lagan and I am a conservative, to my left, Rob Ambrose, a Liberal. Our goal is simple: challenge the narrative, reject political bias, and tackle topics mainstream media won’ttouch. Your voice fuels hard conversations and civil discourse!

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Carney is challenged by reporter...

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Welcome to The Political Orphans, the bold voice of independent media where left meets right! Powered by YOU: ourcommenters. We reject corporate bias, bridge both sides, and cover the topics mainstream media avoid. Join our daily 2-hour LIVE show to share your voice and reshapethe narrative!


Topics of the day: Election Canada reports that 121,000 mail in ballots went uncounted. Non-Citizens predator who tried to have sex with a...

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Rob and Nico are unpacking today’s hottest stories! We dive into Trump’s shocking 35% tariffs on Canada, set to hit August 1, and PM Mark Carney’s vacation amid his claim of Canada facing the “biggest crisis of our lifetimes.” Is he dodging the trade war?

 

Plus, we discuss an RCMP staff sergeantlabeling traditional values as “extremist,” the raging Manitoba wildfires forcing evacuations, and the latest on Jeffrey Epstein.

 

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Join Rob and Nico for a 2-hour Political Orphans live showtackling Carney’s $92B deficit vs Poilievre’s tax stance during the Calgary Stampede. We dive into Hamilton Police’s Khalistani symbols, Australia’s mandatory age checks by year-end, Marjorie Taylor Greene’s weather mod ban, Diddy’s trafficking charges, and the FBI’s Epstein list denial. Hot takes and caller debates—tune in!

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Join Rob and Nico as they dive into the EU’s bold move to slash carbon taxes by 90% on heavy industry exports likesteel, cement, and aluminum to stay competitive. Is this a retreat from the green agenda?

 

While Mark Carneypushes climate talk in Canada, will the country follow the EU’s lead or stick to its carbon pricing? Tune in for a heated discussion on global trade, climatehypocrisy, and what’s next for Canada’s economy

 

Make sur...

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Nico and Rob are asking you a hard question: is Mark Carney purposely sabotaging our relationship with the USA?

 

Together, let’s deep dive into the speeches he gave duringthe Canada Day celebration and how he admitted to backing down on the Digital Services Tax.

 

Make sure to LIKE, COMMENT, SUBSCRIBE and SHARE this live stream! If you believe that what Rob and Nico are doing is important, join our YouTube membership plan and support...

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Today the show is simple, Rob and Nico speak about what itmeans to be Canadian. We want to hear from you, so join the conservation and tell us: What does it mean to you to be Canadian?

 

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Top stories of the day:

The new liberal Digital Services tax that was supposed to go into effect today but as always Carney backed down, why because Trump said no more negotiation.

You know Trump is doing something right wheneven CNN is praising him.

Back in 2018, Danmark was one of the first countriesto ban the Burqa but after 7 years, the Danish PM is seeking to extend the ban, is this something Canada should consider?

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June 27, 2025 124 mins

Here are the Top Stories of the day

  • Video of Muslims praying the NYC square goes viral and could this be an indication of what to come if Zohran Mamdani is elected?

  • A Canadian citizen lost his life while in ICE custody. 

  • Just as expected, Bill C-5 just passed the Senate, exactly like we predicted earlier this week.

  • Defence Minister David McGuinty says he’s considering a partnership with Ukraine to co-produce drones. Of course they ...

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Danielle Smith is considering withholding provincial services from some immigrants and focus on newcomers that will make Alberta better. 


During the NATO Summit, Marx Carney was asked if he would increase tax or cut on major projects to cover the cost of his new out of control spending, and surprise surprise, he didn't answer the question. 


RFK is making the news today, first he just froze US funding for one of Bill Gates...

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Today Nico and Rob are joined by constitutional lawyer andpresident of the Justice Centre for Constitutional Freedoms: John Carpay to do a deep dive in the new Liberal Bill C-2, the Strong Border Act.

 

Question of the day: Do you think the Conservatives aredoing enough to fight this Bill?


Don’t forget toLIKE, COMMENT, SUBSCRIBE and SHARE this live stream!

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Nico and Rob are talking about the Egyptian March to Gaza that led to deportation. The No King protests that took place all over the US.

 

Question of the day: Do you think what happened in bothEgypt and the US will wake up protestors?

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Today, Rob and Nico are speaking about Israel attacking Iranand how Canada and the US are reacting.  They will also address the rumor that Chief Electoral Officer Stephane Perrault has been called to testify before parliament over irregularities in the 2025 election. The theory behind the Air India crash and the reasons why Nico’s kids are going to be homeschooled.

 

Question of the day: Do you think that Canada and the USshould get...

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Nico and Rob are speaking about Mark Carney pledging more money to Pride Parades yet just last week, claimed that Muslim values are Canadian values. Poilievre finally addresses Bill C-2 and the historical drug bust in Peelregion.

 

Question of the day: Are you tired of our governmentpandering to minorities?

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Nico and Rob are joined by Jason D to speak about the LA riots, how mainstream media is handling them very differently from the Freedom Convoy and Marx Carney claimed that Muslim values are Canadian values. 

 

Question of the day: What do you think of Marx Carney’sclaims that Muslim values Canadian values?

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Today we are joined by Canadian lawyer and the president ofthe Justice Centre for Constitutional Freedoms: John Carpay to speak about Bill C-2 and what is hidden within this Secure Border Act.

 

Question of the day: Should the Conservatives, NDP and theBloc Quebecois be fighting this bill?

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Nico and Rob speaking about the fact that yesterday, with everyMP present, conservatives included, supported the throne speech. What is happening here?

 

Question of the day: Did the Conservative drop the ball?

 

 

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