Apr 1, 2025
In this episode of Thinking Faith, Deacon Eric and Dr. Brett Salkeld welcome Amanda Achtman to share her mission of preventing euthanasia and spreading hope. Amanda reflects on how her journey from Calgary to Ottawa, her personal experiences, and her grandfather’s influence shaped her vocation. She discusses the...
Mar 25, 2025
In this episode of Thinking Faith, Deacon Eric is joined by Dr. David Kopriva, a vascular surgeon and advocate against medical assistance in dying (MAiD). They discuss the critical topic of Medical Assistance in Dying (MAID), its impact on healthcare professionals and individuals, and the broader ethical and religious...
Mar 5, 2024
In this part two of two episodes, Indigenous ally, Javed Sommers and Micheal Leblanc of Development and Peace Caritas Canada join the podcast to discuss treaty and natural resource rights through an Indigenous lens.
Show Snippet: "Free prior and informed consent. It's all about free consent. So there's no bullying,...
Feb 27, 2024
In this part one of two episodes, Indigenous ally, Javed Sommers and Micheal Leblanc of Development and Peace Caritas Canada join the podcast to discuss treaty and natural resource rights through an Indigenous lens.
Show Snippet: "Canada, through the treaties, is trying to gain control in terms of how it understands...
Jan 4, 2022
Dr. Brett Salkeld and guest, Brendan Steven begin a four-part series of discussions on the idea of a Universal Basic Income.
Show Snippet: "As much as I just said you can't have private property without universal destination of goods, and that's true, private property nonetheless is an important principle, and you...