Big Blue Bent
Big Blue Bent
BBB Network
A look at (mostly Canadian) politics, news, and information from the viewpoints of a panel of Montreal-based conservatives. Factual, reverential, confrontational and, from time to time, funny (we think.)
Season 3, Episode 11 - CPC Convention Redux
#BigBlueBent podcast looking at the week in Canadian politics. This week - Host Jeff Joseph (Dull Normal) and panelist Dr. Roy Eappen (internal medicine specialist, former political candidate) takes a look at the Conservative Party National Convention and some new platform policies that emerged (prepare for a long chat about trans rights for minors.) Also, as it was breaking at the time, the opening of the fall session of Parliament and Trudeau drops a bombshell in an assassination investigation. Hint: #India. Please note that all opinions expressed are those of the commentators only and do reflect opinions and viewpoints of their employers, political organization affiliations, friends, relatives and maybe even enemies from time to time. Big Blue Bent is a podcast on the BBB Network. All rights reserved.
Sep 25, 2023
1 hr 3 min
Season 3, Episode 10 - Trudeau's Bummer Summer
Host Jeff Joseph ("Dull Normal") and panelists Robert Presser (entrepreneur and former PC candidate) and Dr. Roy Eappen (endocrinologist and former PCQ candidate in Quebec) take a look at Canadian politics of late after a bit of a summer hiatus. This week - Trudeau's big cabinet shuffle (or is it?). Also, the PM and spouse announce their separation. Are there any political implications (hint: don't expect much in terms of tawdry gossip. Wrong show.) Please note that all opinions expressed are those of the commentators only and do reflect opinions and viewpoints of their employers, political organization affiliations, friends, relatives and maybe even enemies from time to time. Big Blue Bent is a podcast on the BBB Network. All rights reserved.
Aug 25, 2023
44 min
Season 3, Episode 9 - Those stinking passports!
New #BigBlueBent. Montreal-based conservatives Jeff Joseph (host), Dr. Roy Eappen (endocrinologist, former PCQ candidate) and Robert Presser (entrepreneur, former Progressive Conservative Party candidate) discuss the week or so that was in Canadian politics with some potpourri added for good measure. This episode - the Chong affair continues. Also, takeaways on the Liberal National Convention, what's the deal on the re-designed passport (and should anybody care?). Finally, because we couldn't resist, some thoughts on the Coronation of King Charles III and, yes, a little tribute to a, and we don't use this word lightly,  Canadian music legend. Please note that all opinions expressed are those of the commentators only and do reflect opinions and viewpoints of their employers, political organization affiliations, friends, relatives and maybe even enemies from time to time. Big Blue Bent is a podcast on the BBB Network. All rights reserved.
May 17, 2023
52 min
Season 3, Episode 8 - Mano a Mano
Montreal-based conservatives Jeff Joseph (host) and Robert Presser (entrepreneur, formal federal candidate) throw together a two-person chat-fest on the latest week that was in Canadian politics. A veritable feast of topics from the latest developments in the foreign interference melee now featuring allegations of intimidation against the family of Conservative MP Michael Chong. Also - it's the economy, man! Is there going to be a fall election?  The PSAC strike - blink if you missed it. And, finally, some thoughts on former Conservative Party leader Erin O'Toole as he formally announces his exit from political life. 42 minutes of exquisite time wasted. Please note that all opinions expressed are those of the commentators only and do reflect opinions and viewpoints of their employers, political organization affiliations, friends, relatives and maybe even enemies from time to time. Big Blue Bent is a podcast on the BBB Network. All rights reserved.
May 5, 2023
1 hr 15 min
Season 3, Episode 7 - Sleepy Joe Goes to Ottawa
#BigBlueBent host Jeff Joseph is joined by Montreal conservative regulars Robert Presser (entrepreneur, op-ed writer, former Progressive Conservative candidate), Dr. Roy Eappen (endocrinologist, internal medicine specialist, former PCQ candidate) and new first-time panelist Jimmy Zoubris (special advisor to the Mayor of Montreal) to take a look at the week in Canadian politics. This episode: Han Dong and the foreign interference mess that doesn't seem to be going away any time soon. President Biden (finally) arrives to Ottawa armed with speech zingers and the end of Roxham Road (or is it?). The Ontario, Quebec, and Federal budgets and fun (?) with numbers. And finally, a tribute to an old friend of the show. Please note that all opinions expressed are those of the commentators only and do reflect opinions and viewpoints of their employers, political organization affiliations, friends, relatives and maybe even enemies from time to time. Big Blue Bent is a podcast on the BBB Network. All rights reserved.
Apr 3, 2023
1 hr 15 min
Season 3, Episode 6 - Everything Trudeau All at Once
#BigBlueBent host Jeff Joseph is joined by panelists Dr. Roy Eappen (endocrinologist, conservative commentator), Christine Maydossian (advisor, Lelikan) and Robert Presser (entrepreneur, op-ed/speech writer, former PC candidate) to discuss the week in Canadian political news. This week - Chinese Communist Party interference in Canadian elections not going away as fast as PM Trudeau would like. We examine the announcement of Special Rapporteur David Johnston and the Liberals filibustering to prevent PMO Chief of Staff Katie Telford from testifying at Committee. Also, the Liberals war with Meta and Google over Bill C-18 heats up. Finally, some random discussions including Canada's Oscar moments. Please note that all opinions expressed are those of the commentators only and do reflect opinions and viewpoints of their employers, political organization affiliations, friends, relatives and maybe even enemies from time to time. Big Blue Bent is a podcast on the BBB Network. All rights reserved.
Mar 18, 2023
1 hr 15 min
Season 3, Episode 5 - The China Syndrome
NEW #BigBlueBent. Host Jeff Joseph and fellow Montreal-based Conservatives Robert Presser (Entrepreneur, op-ed columnist) and Dr. Roy Eappen (endocrinologist, internal medicine specialist) look at important events in Canadian politics. This week: Trudeau's China conundrum (the figurative walls come tumbling down). Also, three Conservative MPs and a deemed extremist European parliamentarian meet over drinks and, particularly the left, blew a fuse. Finally, a little foreshadowing on what's happening in Ukraine as spring is near. Please note that all opinions expressed are those of the commentators only and do reflect opinions and viewpoints of their employers, political organization affiliations, friends, relatives and maybe even enemies from time to time. Big Blue Bent is a podcast on the BBB Network. All rights reserved.
Mar 3, 2023
1 hr 15 min
Season 3, Episode 4 - Do Know Much About HisTory
#BigBlueBent featuring a weekly look at events in Canadian politics from a Montreal-based conservative viewpoint. This week - Jeff Joseph (Host) and panelists Robert Presser (Entrepreneur, Op-Ed columnist, former political candidate), and Dr. Roy Eappen (Endocrinologist, internal medicine specialist, former political candidate) cede the floor to former political advisor and Toronto City Council liaison for the late Mayor Rob Ford, Christine Maydossian for insight into the way the Toronto Mayor's office functions and, of course,  analysis and observations on the fall of current Mayor John Tory.  Also: more on C-13. Is there a Liberal backbench revolt from some Montreal-area MPs brewing? Finally, some early takes on the retirement of RCMP Commissioner Brenda Lucki. Please note that all opinions expressed are those of the commentators only and do reflect opinions and viewpoints of their employers, political organization affiliations, friends, relatives and maybe even enemies from time to time. Big Blue Bent is a podcast on the BBB Network. All rights reserved.
Feb 17, 2023
1 hr 15 min
Season 3, Episode 3 - It's Not Woken To Be Broken
#BlgBlueBent podcast featuring Montreal-based conservatives discussing big weekly topics in Canadian politics. This week - Host Jeff Joseph ("Dull Normal") and panelists Christine Maydossian (Lelikan) and Dr. Roy Eappen (Endocrinologist, former provincial PCQ candidate) look at the fallout from the recent Leger "Is Canada Broken?" poll including the backlash. Also, Bill C-13 and what the heck is going on inside the Liberal caucus with it. And finally, because we could not resist, we go up, up, and away with a discussion about that infamous Chinese balloon that flew over North American skies. All in a concise one hour of time well wasted. Please note that all opinions expressed are those of the commentators only and do reflect opinions and viewpoints of their employers, political organization affiliations, friends, relatives and maybe even enemies from time to time. Big Blue Bent is a podcast on the BBB Network. All rights reserved.
Feb 9, 2023
1 hr 15 min
Season 3, Episode 2 - Islamophobia: The Musical
#BigBlueBent podcast featuring Montreal-based conservatives looking at recent issues in Canadian politics. This  week - host Jeff Joseph and guests Robert Presser (entrepreneur, former Progressive Conservative Party candidate, and op-ed columnist) and Dr. Roy Eappen (endocrinologist, internal medicine specialist, from Conservative Party of Quebec candidate) look at the controversy surrounding Justin Trudeau's appointment of journalist Elmira Alghawaby as Canada's first "special representative on combatting Islamophobia, particularly in Quebec. Also, McKinsey & Co. - who are they and are they worth over $100 million in federal contracts? Finally, remembering the life of an NHL legend. 45 minutes of time well wasted. Enjoy. Please note that all opinions expressed are those of the commentators only and do reflect opinions and viewpoints of their employers, political organization affiliations, friends, relatives and maybe even enemies from time to time. Big Blue Bent is a podcast on the BBB Network. All rights reserved.
Feb 2, 2023
1 hr 15 min
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