America’s Rage, Canada’s Tariffs, and Toronto’s Urban Wilds

In this episode of The Oakley Show, John Oakley explores a series of major issues shaping public discourse and policy: Moral decay and grievance culture in America — Psychotherapist Jonathan Alpert, author of Therapy Nation, discusses how social media echo chambers and political polarization are fueling violence and silencing open dialogue. When violence becomes “justice” — A look at why some Americans now justify attacks on political figures and what this reveals about the nation’s mental and moral health. Canada vs. Trump’s tariffs — Former Reform Party leader Preston Manning explains his Globe and Mail op-ed, outlining how Canada should engage with Donald Trump’s populism by appealing to his voter base rather than political elites in Washington. Tariffs and the cost of living — Manning’s argument for using voter pressure and upcoming U.S. midterm elections to push for changes in tariff policy. Coyotes in the city — Toronto listeners share firsthand accounts of coyotes and foxes in urban neighborhoods, raising questions about public safety, wildlife management, and the limits of coexistence. Listen to The Oakley Show on 640 Toronto or on the iHeartRadio app. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices