The Alex Pierson Show
640 Toronto / Curiouscast
The Alex Pierson show is an in-depth, no-nonsense look at the stories making headlines. Alex has more than 20 years in the field and behind an anchor desk, and is known and respected for her tough reporting style and accountability. Join the daily conversation with the Alex Pierson Show, and never miss an important story again.
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Jan 9, 2026 • 15min
What is happening in Iran? Many have taken to the streets in protests, could this be the end of a regime and a start of something new? Salman Sima , formerly imprisoned in Iran joins Alex on this episode.
Salman Sima, a former Iranian activist and prisoner turned Canadian advocate, joins to discuss the ongoing protests in Iran. He shares insights into the unprecedented scale of dissent and the mixed emotions felt by protesters. Salman emphasizes the unique nature of this uprising, citing international shifts and a call for a new leader. He addresses the impact of internet access limitations and the potential for defections among soldiers. Additionally, he warns against the IRGC's growing influence, even in Canada, highlighting the diaspora's role in the movement.
Jan 9, 2026 • 21min
What do Cartel women really do? Deborah Bonello -Investigative journalist, editor and author of Narcas, The secret rise of women in Latin America’s Sinaloa cartel joins Alex Pierson on this episode.
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Jan 8, 2026 • 11min
Do you trust federal agencies? are you in the 22 per cent? Blacklocks reporter Tom Korski joins Alex on this episode.
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Jan 7, 2026 • 13min
Who is funding these protests? Warren Kinsella President of Daisy Group, former political strategist for Jean Chretien-Author—The hidden hand—joins Alex
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Jan 6, 2026 • 11min
How is a government MP allowed to have another job with a foreign country? Blacklocks reporter Tom Korski joins Alex on this conversation.
Freeland says she'll step down from her position advising Canada on Ukraine but stays on as MP while advising Zelensky. Not only is this unheard of, it breaks several rules. Including a 5 yr cooling off period Cabinet Min must take Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 22, 2025 • 13min
Neighbour from hell, Michele from Welland shares her experience with the Welland Police shooter
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Dec 22, 2025 • 12min
What will it take to keep criminals away? Larry Brock— MP for Brantford- Shadow Minister for Justice and the Attorney General of Canada Joins Alex
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Dec 19, 2025 • 14min
Project Neapolitant exposed ISIS-related terrorism plots in Toronto : Mubin Shaikh chats with Alex Pierson
Alex and Mubin talk about new fears in the wake of extreme rise in terror plots in the country especially directed towards Jews. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 19, 2025 • 14min
Were there signs that the Reiner family saw before the tragedy? Cece Woods, friend of the Reiner family joins Alex on this discussion.
Were there signs that the Reiner family saw before the tragedy? Cece Woods, friend of the Reiner family joins Alex Pierson on this discussion. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 18, 2025 • 12min
Cabinet advisor Amira Elghawaby secretly paid $80,000 for pro-Palestine research to counter alleged “disinformation” by MPs; Blacklocks reporter Tom Korski joins Alex on this topic.
Cabinet advisor Amira Elghawaby secretly paid $80,000 for pro-Palestine research to counter alleged “disinformation” by MPs; Blacklocks reporter Tom Korski joins Alex Pierson on this topic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
