Topic: Bill C 51

The controversial Anti-Terrorism Act of 2015, known as Bill C-51 or Canada's Patriot Act, remains a point of contention following the Liberal Party victory. While Justin Trudeau voted for the bill in Parliament, he has promised amendments to protect democratic rights and First Nations' interests. Critics argue the law is a violation of the Charter of Rights and Freedoms and serves corporate interests.

A listener from Saskatchewan provides an update on Canada's Bill C-51, which is described as a "Patriot Act" for the North. The law expands the powers of the Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) to monitor citizens and potentially brand economic protesters as terrorists. The hosts discuss Canada's role in the "Five Eyes" intelligence alliance.

President Obama appeared on "Jimmy Kimmel Live" and joked about the government's control over information regarding Area 51 and aliens. Obama quipped that "the aliens won't let it happen" when asked about revealing secrets. The hosts analyze the scripted nature of the exchange and note that late-night talk shows have become a primary platform for the President to deliver carefully messaged "jokes" to the public.