On the Road with Trish: Freedom Convoy and Trudeau's Face-Plant
Episode Overview
Trish shares updates on her Freedom Convoy documentary project. Insight into the trials of Tamara Leach and Chris Barber. Matt Taibbi's humorous critique of Justin Trudeau. Discussion on political polarisation and judicial fairness. The challenges and rewards of on-the-road documentary filmmaking.
We have to tolerate stuff we don't like. We can't just say, oh, that protest is good, and that one's bad because I don't agree with them.
Trish Wood is back on the road and she's got plenty to share from her travels. Reporting from a cosy Holiday Inn Express in Medicine Hat, Alberta, Trish gives us a behind-the-scenes look at her latest project: a documentary on the Freedom Convoy and the trials of Tamara Leach and Chris Barber. With her trademark blend of empathy and tough critique, Trish recounts her experiences following these key figures over the past year, highlighting their resilience amidst ongoing legal battles.
If you’ve been curious about the human side of this movement, Trish’s first-hand accounts offer a compelling narrative. But it’s not all serious business. Trish brings some humour into the mix with Matt Taibbi’s hilarious take on Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s latest blunder. Taibbi's sharp wit and biting commentary on Trudeau's political missteps will have you laughing out loud. Trish reads an excerpt from Taibbi's piece, adding her own humorous commentary and critiques.
Trish also touches on the broader implications of the convoy and anti-globalist movements, questioning the fairness of the judicial system and the polarising nature of current politics. She reflects on the intense public reactions to the convoy, urging a more nuanced understanding of its participants. This episode is a shorter one, but it’s packed with insights, humour, and a touch of Trish’s signature critical thinking.
Whether you’re interested in the Freedom Convoy, Canadian politics, or just need a good laugh, this episode has something for you. So why not take a break and join Trish on her journey? You might just find a new perspective along the way.