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OPINION: Thank You!
In the ever-evolving landscape of podcasting, it is a moment of immense pride and gratitude as we celebrate reaching 600 episodes of the...

Christopher W. Brown
Jul 21, 2023


OPINION: Hey Hanwell, "It's Me, Hi!"
When I started Cross Border Interviews, I never imagined that it would create such a stir and lead to the suspension of a local...

Christopher W. Brown
Jul 20, 2023


OPINION: Recording Council Votes - A Crucial Step Towards Transparency
In the age of 24-hour news cycles and incessant social media posts, transparency has emerged as a fundamental issue in modern politics....

Christopher W. Brown
Jul 20, 2023


Opinion: Housing in Canada - A Crisis That Extends Beyond Big Cities
The issue of housing has taken centre stage in Canada, capturing the attention of both the public and policymakers. The struggle to...

Cross Border Interview
Jul 19, 2023


OPINION: Municipal Administration Deserve Our Gratitude
Recently, I embarked on a 2300-KM tour across Alberta, visiting communities of elected officials who have appeared on my show. As part of...

Christopher W. Brown
Jul 13, 2023


OPINION: The Hypocrisy of Provincial Premiers Demands: Municipalities Are Just Looking For The Same
As the annual "Council of the Federation" meeting concludes in Winnipeg this week, provincial premiers have once again called on the...

Christopher W. Brown
Jul 12, 2023


OPINION: Municipal Politicians are the Ginger Rogers of Politics
As Federal and Provincial politicians return home after weeks upon weeks of working in the nation's capital and provincial capitals, it...

Cross Border Interview
Jul 5, 2023


OPINION: Working Together for the Betterment of Confederation
Canada, a nation known for its diversity and inclusivity, may not be broken, but it is increasingly becoming more fractured and isolated...

Cross Border Interview
Jul 1, 2023


OPINION: Is the Mayors Chair the New House of Commons?
Tonight I want to reflect on a significant trend which has emerged in Canadian politics. Former federal politicians are leaving behind...

Christopher W. Brown
Jun 26, 2023
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