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Nuanced.
Where real conversations happen — with host Aaron Pete.
Episodes
231 episodes
211. Taxes in Canada Explained — Are Canadians Still Benefiting?
Why do taxes come out before you even get paid? Chief Aaron Pete breaks down the real story behind income tax, GST, and carbon tax — where they came from, what they were meant to do, and whether the costs are still worth it. From the “temporary...
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Episode 211
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1:02:36

210. Aaron Gunn: Free Speech, Conservatism & The Charlie Kirk Assassination
Member of Parliament Aaron Gunn joins to discuss free speech, the Charlie Kirk assassination, conservatism among young Canadians, Pierre Poilievre, drug policy, the residential school debate, and why authenticity and common sense still matter i...
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Episode 210
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209. Á'a:líya Warbus: Conservative MLA on Cowichan Tribes, Mass Graves & Reconciliation
Indigenous MLA Á’a:líya Warbus joins Chief Aaron Pete to discuss breaking stereotypes by joining the BC Conservatives, her journey from treaty work to the legislature, navigating the toxic drug crisis, Indigenous land rights, the unmarked grave...
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Episode 209
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1:16:46

208. Aboriginal Title vs. Private Property: Cowichan Tribes Court Ruling Explained
The 2025 Cowichan Tribes v. Canada ruling is shaking Metro Vancouver. Chief Aaron Pete explains its challenge to the Land Title Act, the impact on Aboriginal title, property rights, homeowners and governments, and the path to balancing justice ...
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Episode 208
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47:11

207. Outrage vs. Responsibility: Why Our Institutions Feel Broken
Western culture isn’t struggling with money or freedom—it’s struggling with maturity. In this talk, Aaron Pete explores how comfort made us fragile, how politics turned into therapy, how media became performance, and how leaders lost their cour...
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Episode 207
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32:30

206. Frances Widdowson: The Unmarked Graves Story—Denial or Debate?
Frances Widdowson joins to discuss her wrongful termination, residential schools, genocide definitions, free speech, media failures, and why universities must return to honest debate with host Chief Aaron Pete.
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Episode 206
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1:26:10

205. Vin Jay: How to Break Cycles, Find Purpose & Build Discipline
Vin Jay joins to discuss discipline, breaking toxic cycles, purpose, and the making of his new album Good Company. The convers...
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Episode 205
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2:07:42

204. The Unmarked Graves Story & Denialism Explained
Chief Aaron Pete breaks down the Kamloops unmarked graves discovery, the book Grave Error, and the growing debate over so-called “Indian Residential School Deniers".
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Episode 204
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58:49

203. J.J. McCullough: The Future of Politics & Independent Media
YouTuber J.J. McCullough discusses his path from TV pundit to 1M subscribers, independent vs. mainstream media, Canadian politics, anti-Americanism, Mark Carney, Pierre Poilievre, and the future of political commentary on YouTube with host Aaro...
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Episode 203
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40:16

202. Did We Pass or Fail the COVID Stress Test?
Aaron Pete breaks down how COVID exposed the West’s immaturity—through lab leak denial, unexamined social distancing, flip-flopping mask mandates, prolonged lockdowns, and divisive vaccine policies—revealing a culture that chose fear over nuanc...
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Episode 202
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41:51

201. Chief Gibby Jacob: Insights on Leadership, Land & Reconciliation
Squamish Nation Hereditary Chief Gibby Jacob to share unfiltered insights on leadership, reconciliation, land rights, cultural revitalization, and inspiring the next generation after 32 years on council with host Aaron Pete.
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Episode 201
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43:17

Inside FortisBC: Reconciliation & Indigenous Partnerships
Community and Indigenous Relations Manager Samantha Singbeil from FortisBC to explore Indigenous partnerships, energy equity, economic development and how reconciliation is shaping the future of utilities across BC with host Aaron Pete.
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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50:57

Inside FortisBC: The Safety Secrets Behind Your Natural Gas
Public Safety Manager Ada Nadison from FortisBC joins to unpack gas safety, wildfire response, emergency planning, invisible infrastructure, and how behind-the-scenes systems keep your home safe and resilient with host Aaron Pete. FORTI...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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35:36

Inside FortisBC: How Energy Upgrades Save You Money
Carol Suhan, Manager of Conservation & Energy Management at FortisBC, joins host Aaron Pete to unpack energy efficiency upgrades, safety, dual-fuel heating, Indigenous partnerships, and home comfort solutions that save money and improve liv...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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57:35

200th Episode Event: How This Podcast Was Built — Untold Behind the Scenes Stories
In this special replay of our 200th episode live event, we reflect on how the podcast was built — and formally unveil its new name: Nuanced. Join host Aaron Pete alongside key members of the team, including Rebecca Myrol (social media)...
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Episode 201
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1:19:43

200. Aaron Pete: Welcome to Nuanced.
Why did I rebrand my podcast after 200 episodes? After four years, dozens of thought leaders, and hundreds of hours of conversation, it was time for a reset. In this episode, I explain why The Bigger Than Me Podcast is now Nuanced<...
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Episode 200
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199. Aaron Pete: Top 10 Moments of the Show!
Aaron Pete counts down his top 10 podcast moments — featuring David Suzuki, Tara Henley, Holly Doan, Candice Malcolm, John Rustad, Kris Sims, Aiemann Zahabi, Clarence Louie, Brent Butt, and Premier David Eby. These conversations challenged assu...
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Episode 199
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198. Brad Vis: Conservative MP Exposes What Went Wrong in the 2025 Election
Aaron Pete sits down with MP Brad Vis to break down the 2025 federal election, Conservative strategy, Pierre Poilievre’s loss, Trump’s impact, Mark Carney’s rise, political messaging, and how to regain public trust in Canadian politics.
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Episode 198
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56:19

197. Aiemann Zahabi: How to Face Adversity with a UFC Fighter
UFC Bantamweight fighter Aiemann Zahabi joins Aaron Pete to break down his shocking win over Jose Aldo at UFC 315 in Montreal. They discuss how coach Firas Zahabi and Georges St-Pierre (GSP) guided his mindset, the controversy around Aldo’s wei...
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Episode 197
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196. Grand Chief Steven Point: Indigenous Leader on Poverty, Justice & Crime
Why are Indigenous people overrepresented in the justice system? Grand Chief Steven Point joins Aaron Pete to discuss poverty, law school, becoming Lieutenant Governor, leadership, justice, and systemic reform.
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Episode 196
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1:15:17

195. Niki Sharma: Attorney General on Crime, Justice & Repeat Violent Offenders
Are crime rates being addressed? BC Attorney General Niki Sharma joins host Aaron Pete to discuss bail reform, repeat violent offenders, Indigenous overrepresentation, justice system gaps, legal aid funding, and building a safer, fairer British...
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Episode 195
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24:31

194. David Suzuki: Environmentalist on Corporate Greed & Climate Change
David Suzuki joins to discuss the state of the environment, climate change, the carbon tax, overpopulation, Indigenous knowledge, and whether we can still save the planet. Suzuki delivers an unfiltered take on humanity’s failures, corporate gre...
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Episode 194
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193. Scott Horton: Did Washington Provoke the War in Ukraine?
Scott Horton, author of Provoked: How Washington Started the New Cold War with Russia and the Catastrophe in Ukraine, joins Aaron Pete to discuss how U.S. foreign policy shaped the war in Ukraine. They break down NATO expansion, the 20...
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Episode 193
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1:03:25

192. Meghan Murphy: Feminism vs. Gender Identity: Are They at Odds?
Meghan Murphy, host of The Same Drugs podcast, joins Aaron Pete to discuss feminism, trans rights in sports, cancel culture, and the importance of free speech. She shares her journey from a committed leftist feminist to a vocal critic ...
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Episode 192
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53:02

191. Ravi Kahlon: What is Being Done About the Housing Crisis?
Is the BC NDP Solving the Housing Crisis? British Columbia's Minister of Housing, Ravi Kahlon, sits down with Aaron Pete to discuss the housing crisis, new legislation, Indigenous housing, US tariffs, and municipal challenges.
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Episode 191
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29:38
