Trish Wood

Trish Wood is Critical

Trish Wood

  • Former Newfoundland Premier Brian Peckford

Former Newfoundland Premier Brian Peckford

Saturday 24th January 2026

Trish Wood chats with Brian Peckford about the high court's rebuke of the Emergencies Act and vaccine mandates' implications.
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Brian Peckford on Rights, Freedoms, and Controversies

Episode Overview

  • The high court's decision on the Emergencies Act was a significant legal moment.
  • Recent admissions about vaccine harms have sparked new debates.
  • The media's role in shaping public perception is crucial and often controversial.
  • Brian Peckford reflects on his role in crafting Canada's Charter of Rights.
  • The episode explores how legal decisions impact societal views on civil liberties.
"We have to really celebrate when things happen like they used to happen, like 15 years ago."
What drives someone to seek a life without alcohol? In this eye-opening episode, Trish Wood sits down with former Newfoundland Premier Brian Peckford to discuss a range of pressing issues from the high court's rebuke of the Emergencies Act to the complexities of COVID-19 policies. Peckford, who played a pivotal role in crafting Canada's Charter of Rights and Freedoms, shares his insights on how these recent legal decisions impact Canadian society.
The conversation takes a deeper dive into the repercussions of government mandates, especially in light of new admissions about vaccine harms by the Public Health Agency. With his characteristic wit and wisdom, Peckford offers a candid perspective on the state of Canadian politics and the enduring importance of civil liberties. The episode doesn't shy away from controversy as it touches on the media's role in shaping public perception and the societal divides exacerbated by pandemic policies.
Trish Wood's empathetic yet probing interview style brings out the raw truth, offering listeners a chance to reflect on how these issues resonate in their own lives. Whether you're interested in legal challenges, media accountability, or just want to hear an inspiring tale of resilience and integrity, this episode has something for everyone. So, what can we learn from those who have battled not just addiction, but also the systems that perpetuate it? Tune in to find out.
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