Best Pathos Podcasts (2025)

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Partisans, pancakes and pathos 1:12:56

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In this episode of The Line Podcast, recorded on July 11, 2025, your hosts are back together! Matt returns from Europe and Jen gets him caught up. First up: a full debrief on this year’s Calgary Stampede. Matt wants to talk breakfast, but Jen wants to talk vibes — and this year, the CPC was a much quieter, more cautious presence than last. Poilievr…

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We need wartime effort, for war ... and for housing 1:21:45

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In this episode of On The Line, two big conversations on two critical topics: housing and national security. First up: Mike Moffatt. Mike is one of Canada’s leading housing experts. He’s a professor at Western University’s Ivey Business School, senior director at the Smart Prosperity Institute, and host of the Missing Middle podcast. Matt talks to …

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Modern Research 34:49

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How should classical educators think about modern research? Jason is joined by Patrick and Kolby to discuss reasons why we can be confident in our work towards synthesizing modern research in our educational renewal movement. Learn about methods and perspectives on how to view insights from modern research, especially with a view to tools that can …

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Loupe Mesh 31:10

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Depending on your disposition for integrating technology into your work day, you believe AI is either a tool for increased efficiency and productivity. Or it presents challenges such as job displacement, the potential for bias and misinformation, and other ethical concerns. By the way, AI wrote that, which might foretell the end of my career as a w…

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Sons of Mystro brothers Malcolm and Umoja McNeish 53:47

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A cover up in Nova Scotia? 1:14:21

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This episode of On The Line is brought to you by Airbnb. Everyone agrees that Canada needs to take real action to tackle the housing crisis, but only a few people argue that short-term rentals like Airbnb are part of that solution. Countless experts have argued that short term rental regulation is nothing more than a distraction, with the Harvard B…

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Jiwon Riley 46:45

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The Common Arts and Handwork 34:13

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Discover how the common arts can foster creativity and practicality within the classical tradition. Patrick is joined by Jason and Kolby to discuss the pedagogical significance and practical applications of handwork skills like knitting, and woodworking. Learn how these kinds of projects create an integrated curriculum. Links from this episode: ⁠⁠C…

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Ladies & Gentlemen 28:30

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If you read the bestseller “Bowling Alone” in 2000 or are taking notice of wellness stories offering advice on how to reconnect with others IRL, you know that Americans are facing a crisis of loneliness. According to an advisory issued in 2023 by then U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy, about one-in-two adults in America report experiencing lone…

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The Line answers your (non-gross) questions 1:36:11

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In this episode of The Line Podcast, recorded very early on June 19, your hosts are making the best of a classic summer situation: we're both gone. Jen is off-grid somewhere. Matt is unplugging on another continent. But we didn’t want to leave you hanging — so we figured we’d get ahead of it. How do we do that when we can’t talk about the news of t…

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Don’t Be Canada, and Don’t Ignore the Métis 1:31:34

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This episode of On The Line was recorded in advance, as Matt Gurney is away on summer vacation. But we didn’t want to leave you hanging — so we’ve got two long-form conversations this week that are well worth your time. This episode is also brought to you by the Métis Nation of Ontario. For generations, Métis communities in Ontario helped build Can…

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A-Listers w/ Priya Leigh 36:46

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When culture vulture Priya Leigh knocks…Movies, Movies, Movies answers. The podcast host loudly visits the set of MMM to closely moderate a debate on Sofia Coppola’s sociopathy, Matilda’s enduring legacy, the quest for articulation, in search of justice. Priya brings unique je sais quoi (French for ‘I know that!’) because nobody understands the mac…

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Based On A True Story 29:00

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Here’s a plotline we’re all familiar with, something from a novel or a movie. After years of good health, our heroine begins to feel less like herself. She feels sluggish and fatigued at work. She loses her appetite and can’t sleep at night. She begins to worry. So she makes an appointment with her doctor and the recommended specialists, of which t…

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Carney, Trump, WMDs and normal socks 1:36:48

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In this episode of The Line Podcast, recorded on time on June 20, 2025 — so don't blame us for any catastrophes — Jen Gerson returns from covering the G7 and offers a rare dose of optimism: she’s impressed by Prime Minister Mark Carney. Matt Gurney remains skeptical but gives credit where it's due — Carney has handled everything so far with a stead…

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Sherry Antoine, Executive Director of afroCROWD 1:05:43

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Huntington's Disease - Neurodegenerative Progressive Disorder 23:32

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Send us a text In this episode I breakdown the pathophysiology of the terrible disease process known as Huntingtons and talk about how patient's who develop this present, what interventions to consider, and how to evaluate and educate patients and their families. Disclaimer: The mention of mental health screening, which include screening for suicid…

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Where is Naheed Nenshi? 1:11:08

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In the latest episode of On The Line, Jen Gerson is joined by Dave Cournoyer — Alberta politics watcher, writer at daveberta.ca, and longtime chronicler of this province’s wilder turns — for a conversation that cuts through the noise and gets to the big question: what is actually going on in Alberta right now? This episode is brought to you by the …

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An Interview with Russ Gregg 35:07

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In this episode, hear from Russ Gregg, head of school at Hope Academy in Minneapolis. Russ has served for over 25 years in the classical Christian education renewal movement and is a board member for the Society for Classical Learning. Learn about what it takes to provide a classical Christian education in an urban context. Find out more about an u…

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On The Boulevard 31:00

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When you think back on your most memorable meal, what comes to mind? The company you kept? The exceptional wine list? An entre made up of the freshest Louisiana ingredients? Chef Barrett Meeks and Abney Harper are two Baton Rouge restaurateurs making memorable meals for locals with successful establishments located just doors apart from each other …

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"Sure, we'll record a day early, what can happen?" 1:41:28

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In the latest episode of The Line Podcast, recorded (at great risk) a day early on June 12, 2025, Matt and Jen admit they tempted fate. They had to record on Thursday evening due to travel — and even predicted that a war in the Middle East would probably break out while they were offline. So ... yeah. That happened. And no, they don’t talk about it…

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The Official JuneTeenth Coalition of Greater New Haven 41:54

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Guillain-Barré Syndrome 24:05

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Send us a text In this episode I try to quickly breakdown the rare neurological disorder that happens have an illness where the patients immune system mistakenly attacks the peripheral nervous system causing weakness, paralysis and sensory disturbances! Come find out the quick breakdown of GBS! Support the show…

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Carney's military pledge — what it buys, and what it costs 59:44

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In this episode of On The Line, Matt Gurney speaks with Christian Leuprecht — professor at the Royal Military College and Queen’s University, editor of the Canadian Military Journal, senior fellow at the Macdonald-Laurier Institute, and visiting fellow at the Wilfried Martens Centre for European Studies in Brussels. His forthcoming book is The Mili…

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Daddy Daycare 28:45

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We all know raising kids takes a village—but what if you’re the one building that village? What if you're the one creating the spaces where children feel safe? Daycare Tessa Holloway is the Owner and Director of Kidz Karousel, a network of early learning centers with nine locations across South Louisiana. What started as a personal decision to save…

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Carney hearts India. Musk and Trump break up 1:43:33

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In the latest episode of The Line Podcast, recorded on June 6, 2025, Matt and Jen open with a wide-ranging look at U.S.–Canada relations — and the increasingly difficult balancing act both countries are trying to manage. The Americans need to show they’re getting wins. Canada needs to show it’s not caving. That creates a dangerous mismatch in incen…

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JUNETEENTH with The Official Juneteenth Coalition of New Haven 41:10

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Autonomic Dysreflexia Demystified 26:24

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Send us a text In this episode I talk about that pathophysiology baseline knowledge you need to understand to put the pieces of autonomic dysreflexia together. I then break down how patients who may experience this present, what interventions you'd want to consider from the nursing perspective and the evaluation and education considerations you bri…

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Went Up The Hill w/ Samuel Van Grinsven 42:24

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Samuel Van Grinsven aka SVG joined Jen and Andj late last year in Adelaide after the world premiere of his new psychological supernatural minimalist second feature Went Up The Hill to find out how he set himself on fire in front of Vicky Krieps. His new film has already sold out the Sydney Opera House this week, and we'd love to know your reads of …

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Will King Charles III's trip to Canada work to stop Donald Trump? 1:15:30

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In this engaging conversation, Jen Gerson and royal watcher Patricia Treble, author of WRITE ROYALTY on Substack, discuss the recent visit of King Charles III to Canada, focusing on the significance of his throne speech and its geopolitical implications. They explore the role of the monarchy in Canadian sovereignty, the authority of King Charles in…

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An Interview with Brandon Koble 38:41

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In this episode, hear from Brandon Koble, headmaster at Trinity Lutheran Classical High School in Milwaukee. We talk about the Lutheran tradition and classical education. Learn about how Koble founded a classical Lutheran school in Milwaukee. Find out more about the upcoming CCLE summer conference at Concordia University in Wisconsin in July. Links…

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How fast does Carney dare go? 1:54:54

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In the latest episode of The Line Podcast, recorded on May 30, 2025, Matt and Jen assess the early days of Prime Minister Mark Carney’s government — and wonder if things are moving fast enough. Parliament is back, the procedural stuff is over, and it’s go-time in Ottawa. Matt asks whether Carney is pushing hard enough out of the gate — how fast can…

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Ethos & Pathos 48:55

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Charles visits Asshole Canada. And two different ways we can be more secure 1:26:51

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This week on On The Line, we’ve got a packed episode with three sharp conversations on three very different fronts — monarchy, cybersecurity, and continental defence. This episode of On The Line is brought to you by Innovative Medicines Canada. With a new government in place, one thing remains clear: Canada must continue to prioritize patients and …

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Meet The Hacketts 29:05

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Only a particularly hard-hearted human could see a dog or cat in trouble and not want to help. Maybe you’d share a post on social media. Or make a donation to a shelter, or a Go-Fund Me for a pet. But would you contemplate turning your back on your current career and dedicating your professional life to saving the lives of thousands of pets? That’s…

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Cops won't cop, courts won't court, politicians won't lead 1:30:42

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In the latest episode of The Line Podcast, recorded on May 23, 2025, Matt and Jen check in on the early turbulence of the Carney era. First up: the new cabinet. There’s a new energy minister visiting Calgary, staffing delays across the board, and yes — god help us — Marco Mendicino is still around. That’s bad news for almost everyone, but possibly …

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Is the Pope Woke? Views from the front lines of the latest papal conclave 1:26:09

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In this episode of On The Line, The Line's Jen Gerson interviews David Perlich, a CBC producer and Vatican analyst, about his experiences covering papal conclaves. They discuss the intricacies of the conclave process, the role of Cardinals, and the dynamics of voting for a new pope. Perlich shares insights from his time in Rome, the historical sign…

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Nature Notebooks 34:34

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Students can learn so much from nature. The curriculum is all around, if we know how to access it. Jason is joined by Patrick and Kolby to discuss how to use nature notebooks to lay a solid foundation in observation of the natural world around us. Links from this episode: Lois Mansfield, Field Notebooks and Natural History Journals ⁠John Muir Laws,…

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Studyville Tigers 30:50

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Asking for help isn’t always easy, but sometimes, it’s the smartest thing you can do, especially when it comes to learning. Amanda Martin learned that firsthand as a parent. When her kids hit middle school, she started looking for academic support — something beyond worksheets and flashcards. She found that the tutoring landscape felt outdated and …

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Carney's looking a lot like Justin, after all 1:22:49

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In the latest episode of The Line Podcast, recorded on May 16, 2025, Matt opens with what he claims is a harmless anthropological observation about Alberta. Jen hadn’t noticed it before — but to her surprise, she agrees. And no, it shouldn’t piss anyone off. (Probably.) From there, they move on to the first days of Mark Carney’s duly elected govern…

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If Trump can get out of his own way, it's bad news for Canada 1:14:12

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In the latest episode of On The Line, Matt Gurney dives into the geopolitics of trade and the early days of a new Canadian government. First up, Ian Lee from the Sprott School of Business at Carleton University joins Matt to talk about the so-called “deal” recently announced between the United States and China. Ian isn’t here to defend Donald Trump…

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Live Catfish With Boudin Balls 29:20

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Food is culture. It’s memory and identity. But turning tradition into innovation takes more than a good recipe. It takes creativity, grit, and a deep understanding of what people crave. Yvette Bonanno knows that well. She grew up in the Baton Rouge restaurant scene and that early exposure sparked a lifelong love for food. Today, she’s combining tha…

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What Liberals can get away with 1:45:07

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In the latest episode of The Line Podcast, recorded on May 9, 2025, Matt and Jen round up the week in Canadian politics — and things are getting weird again. They start with Pierre Poilievre’s decision to run in an extremely safe riding and tap Andrew Scheer as the party’s interim House leader. Matt says both choices radiate loser energy. But he al…

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Gaza and Israel brace for another round of conflict 1:29:08

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In this episode of On The Line, Israeli ambassador to Canada Iddo Moed sits with Jen Gerson to discuss the evolving situation in Gaza, the ongoing hostage crisis, and Israel's strategic objectives in the region. This episode of On The Line is brought to you by Innovative Medicines Canada. With a new government in place, one thing remains clear: Can…

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An Interview with Jessica Hooten Wilson 30:16

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In this episode, hear from Jessica Hooten Wilson, Fletcher Jones Chair of Great Books at Pepperdine University. We talk about the great books tradition and why it is so important to the formation of students. Find out more about her upcoming summer course at Nashotah House in Wisconsin. Links from this episode: ⁠⁠⁠Register for "Dorothy L. Sayers & …

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It's ABC time — Always. Be. Campaigning. 1:33:31

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In the latest episode of The Line Podcast, recorded on May 2, 2025, Matt and Jen debrief the end of a long, weird federal election — and everything it upended. They start with what surprised them about the results and how the political map has scrambled in unexpected ways. Then, naturally, they pivot to constitutional monarchy. Why? Because it work…

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Hefziba Livingstone. (Music & Revival) 42:17

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So, that election. What just happened? What happens now? 1:02:03

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In the latest episode of On The Line, Matt Gurney is joined by Gregory Jack, senior-vice president of public affairs at Ipsos Canada, as they do their best to unpack what the hell just happened on Monday night. And what might happen next. In the first half, they go tactical. Matt and Greg walk through the horse race numbers — who’s up, who’s down, …

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This election, we get what we deserve 1:36:56

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In the latest episode of The Line Podcast, recorded on April 25, 2025, Matt and Jen take stock of the final days of the election campaign — and of Canada’s increasingly bizarre political mood. Matt kicks things off by previewing his upcoming final column before election day. He spoils it a little, of course. His basic argument? The Liberal pitch to…

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Fear and Loathing on the Campaign Trail with Justin Ling 1:12:00

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In the latest episode of On The Line, Jen Gerson reunites with journalist Justin Ling for a wide-ranging conversation about the state of the federal campaign — and the increasingly surreal experience of covering it. This episode of The Line Podcast is brought to you by Westinghouse. Canada’s energy future is being shaped by the choices we make toda…

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Beyond Narration 40:01

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How do we make the most of books in our curriculum? We think very highly of narration. But what do we do when we're done narrating? Well, this episode explores principles and techniques to help you make the most of books. Links from this episode: School Education, Ch. 15 on "School Books" School Education, Ch. 16 on "How to Use Books" The Education…