Grey Matter

Listen to this before you consider getting a divorce

In this episode Constitutional Lawyer Leighton Grey and Lawren Wowk have a conversation about the difficulties surrounding family law, the work that goes into making sure families are safe during a divorce, and what you can do to avoid having to go there in the first place.
Lawren grew up in Maple Ridge, BC playing hockey and baseball allowing him the opportunity to travel playing in Provincial Championships and the BC Best Ever Program. Following graduation, Lawren attended the St. Francis Xavier University in Antigonish, NS and obtained his Bachelor of Science in Physical Education. During his studies, Lawren maintained a scholarship while continuing his passion to play hockey. In 1997, Lawren convocated from St. FXU and moved to St. Paul, AB to begin a teaching career and coaching hockey. Lawren’s paternal roots are in farming and ranching in North-eastern Alberta which allowed the experience of travelling throughout Canada and the USA dealing within the horse and cattle industry.
In this episode Lawren & Leighton discuss the life and times of a younger Wowk, how he came to find himself in Family Law, and some of Lawren's best suggestions for how to avoid ending up in divorce court in the first place. To find more from Lawren Wowk you can visit: www.GWSLLP.ca/lawren-wowk
This episode’s recommended reading:
Speechless: Controlling Words, Controlling Minds - Michael Knowles
https://amzn.to/3xCKn8T
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Creator of the Lockstep Documentary Peter Sacco goes behind the scenes on the making of the film

In this episode Constitutional Lawyer Leighton Grey and Peter Sacco have a conversation about his background in psychology, how his upbringing shaped his journey to become a documentary producer, and his pursuit of the truth.
Peter is the author of 30 plus books—fiction and non-fiction and published on 4 continents. Some of these works include The Lost Fountain, Touched by Grace, and Niagara’s Most Haunted. Peter is an award-winning executive producer, he has hosted many documentaries on relationships, psychological issues and children’s issues. He is a regularly featured guest on television and radio, and is the host of the highly popular weekly radio show, Matters of the Mind, and host of the hit TV series The Paranormal Profilers. Sacco appears regularly on television and radio talk shows both in the United States and Canada. He has been the assistant producer and host of documentaries on relationships, psychological issues and child issues.
Grey and Sacco take a deep dive into culture differences and how they shape our society, the psychology of abuse victims and how the events of the last couple years have reflected those patterns, and the inspiration behind the Lockstep documentary and how it came to life.
To find more from Peter Sacco you can visit: www.PeterAndrewSacco.com
This episode’s recommended reading:
The Authoritarian Moment - Ben Shapiro
https://amzn.to/3GeyEzO
Right Now Enough is Enough! - Peter Sacco
https://amzn.to/39URDUd
Discovering the Power of Positive Thinking - Norman Vincent Peale
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What would happen if Alberta separated from Canada?

In this episode Constitutional Lawyer Leighton Grey and Michael Wagner have a conversation about how he found his interest in political sciences, the role Alberta has played in building the foundation of Canada, and why the country always seems so divided.
Michael Wagner is an independent researcher and writer, and a columnist for the Western Standard. He has a BA and MA in political science from the University of Calgary and PhD in political science from the University of Alberta.
The conversation between Grey and Wagner starts off with a look at Canada's history and how Alberta played a big role in supporting economic growth, where it all started going wrong for Alberta, and what the future of our country looks like from the perspective of independence. To find more from Michael Wagner you can visit: www.MichaelGWagner.net
This episode’s recommended reading:
No Other Option: Self-Determination for Alberta - Michael Wagner
https://amzn.to/3GGOzaq
Alberta: Separatism Then and Now - Michael Wagner
https://amzn.to/38LvPds
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Bernie Robitaille opens up the world of investing into Precious Metals

In this episode Constitutional Lawyer Leighton Grey and Bernie Robitaille have a conversation about the state of our economic systems, options for protecting your wealth, and the introduction of Central Bank Digital Currency.
Bernie Robitaille is the Managing Partner of Worldwide Precious Metals Ltd. (WWPMC), founded in 2002. They are a wholesaler of Gold, Silver, Palladium and Platinum bullion to individual and corporate investors, as a strategy to growing and preserving wealth. Bernie served in The Canadian Forces for five years including a tour with NATO. Later he was a construction supervisor, 1984 to 1987.
Bernie entered the Dry-Cleaning industry in 1987 and although retired after a 30 year career, is the past founder and owner of The Press Gallery in Edmonton. Along with opening an Edmonton office, WWPMC will also be opening a local vault to offer quick delivery of these physical hard assets to our Alberta customers. WWPMC is the largest private holder of physical bullion in Canada on behalf of customers.
This podcast is for general informational purposes only. Nothing on this podcast should be taken as investment advice. Guests on this show are not compensated for their appearance. Listeners are urged to educate themselves and make their own decisions. In this episode Bernie and Leighton take a deep dive into the world of precious metals and how others are protecting and building wealth, what you can do to start learning more about precious metals and their role in your investment portfolio, and how digital currencies are affecting the way we conduct business worldwide.
To find more from Bernie Robitaille you can visit: www.WWPMC.com
This episode’s recommended reading:
The Richest Man in Babylon Paperback - George S. Clason
https://amzn.to/3NqReXV
The New Case for Gold Hardcover - James Rickards
https://amzn.to/39GpgsP
What Is A Wealth Cycle? The Difference Between Price & Value Explained by Mike Maloney
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l-knwwD-PZc
Principles for Dealing with the Changing World Order by Ray Dalio
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xguam0TKMw8
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Dr. Roger Hodkinson explains why even the scientists don’t ”trust the science”

In this episode Constitutional Lawyer Leighton Grey and Dr. Roger Hodkinson have a conversation about why it's so important to ignore the saying "trust the science", the government's mismanagement of information, and how the media has run amuck.
Dr. Hodkinson is the CEO and Medical Director of MedMalDoctors. He received his general medical degrees from Cambridge University in the UK where he was a scholar at Corpus Christi College. Following a residency at the University of British Columbia Dr. Hodkinson became a Royal College certified general pathologist and also a Fellow of the College of American Pathologists.
In this episode Hodkinson and Grey explore the doctors role in pathology, how we've handled situations like COVID 19 in the past, and the dangers of falling prey to the idiom "trust the science".
To find more from Dr. Roger Hodkinson you can visit: www.TBOF.ca
This episode’s recommended reading:
The Second World War - Winston Churchill
https://amzn.to/3PLu4O2
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Controversial Calgary Preacher Artur Pawlowski Arrested (Multiple Times)

In this episode Constitutional Lawyer Leighton Grey and Artur Pawlowski have a conversation about the path that lead him to his humanitarian cause, how he has been met with corruption and discouragement at every turn, and why he continues to fight the powers that be to accomplish his goals.
Artur Pawlowski, born March 28, 1973, is a Polish-Canadian Protestant street preacher and political activist. He is pastor of the Cave of Adullam congregation in Calgary and previously led the Kings Glory Fellowship. In 2005, Pawlowski, along with other street evangelists, used the PA system of a truck to deliver sermons around downtown. Pawlowski became the founder and pastor of Street Church Ministries, where he engages in open-air preaching and Christian street outreach. He was also the pastor of Kings Glory Fellowship. Through the Street Church Pawlowski feeds and clothes the homeless. Artur Pawlowski has been an active advocate against the questionable government mandates while protesting for fellow Canadians rights and freedoms. Pawlowski has been in trouble with police throughout the pandemic, at times being arrested within days of his release on other charges.
In this episode of the Grey Matter Podcast Leighton and Artur take some time to explore his past, how he cam to be an active street preacher, and why he continues to actively fight for human rights and freedoms in the wake of the current political climate.
To find more from Artur Pawlowski you can visit: https://www.streetchurch.ca/
This episode’s recommended reading:
Live Not by Lies: A Manual for Christian Dissidents - Rod Dreher
https://amzn.to/3GbVp7y
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Christine Anderson has a lot to say to Canadian Premier Justin Trudeau

In this episode Constitutional Lawyer Leighton Grey and Christine Anderson have a conversation about her political views, what we can do to overcome the challenges we're facing right now, and her address in the EU parliament directed towards Canadian Premiere Justin Trudeau.
Christine Margarete Anderson is a German politician who is serving as an Alternative for Germany Member of the European Parliament. From 2016 to 2018 Anderson was the parliamentary group leader of the AfD in the Limburg-Weilburg district assembly.
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau got an earful from German Member of EU Parliament, Christine Anderson on Wednesday. After speaking with European parliamentarians during his two-day official visit to Brussels, the floor was given to German MP Christine Anderson who called out the Canadian prime minister, saying he should not be able to speak in European Parliament. In this episode Grey and Anderson recount the events leading up to that address, how the world has reacted to her strong words, and how we can all work together to recover from the turmoil of the past two years.
To find more from Christine Anderson you can visit: https://www.facebook.com/Christine.Anderson.AfD/
This episode’s recommended reading:
The Strange Death of Europe: Immigration, Identity, Islam - Douglas Murray
https://amzn.to/3kpKDjY
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How to keep more of your money when you file your taxes in Canada

In this episode Constitutional Lawyer Leighton Grey and Kim Moody have a conversation about taxes in Canada, the everchanging landscape of Canadian Tax laws, and what you can do to keep more of your money.
Kim makes time to share his immense knowledge on Canada Tax Law through writing, lecturing, teaching, and being an active, national leader in the tax profession. Kim is driven to innovate new and better ways to do things for the clients he serves, the advancement of the firm, and other professionals in tax. Kim's primary area of expertise is tax and estate planning for owner-managers of private corporations and executives, particularly those who have entered into the world of tax complexities.
Moody & Grey get into the thick of it when it comes to the Canadian Economic System, how tax policy has evolved over the years, the effect that inflation has on your tax dollars, and what you can do if you're earning a higher income to keep more of your money in the long run.
To find more from Kim Moody you can visit: www.MoodysTax.com
This episode’s recommended reading:
Making Life Less Taxing- Kim G C Moody
https://amzn.to/3w3Gb1e
Capitalism and Freedom - Milton Friedman
https://amzn.to/3N92tnV
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Dennis Modry shares more on his infamous letter to Alberta Premier Jason Kenney

In this episode Constitutional Lawyer Leighton Grey and Dr. Dennis Modry have a conversation about his history in thoracic surgery, his transition into politics, and how he is taking action against unnecessary mandates imposed by the Alberta Premier Jason Kenney.
After 6 years at the University of Alberta, 8 more years at McGill University & 3 at Stanford University Medical School, Dennis Modry returned to Edmonton & implemented the heart and lung transplant program that we benefit from now. Dr. Modry performed the first transplant of both heart and lungs in August 1986, and followed with the first single lung transplant and then double lung transplants in Western Canada. In mid-December 2021, the province put several new public health measures in place, including a ban on indoor and outdoor social gatherings and mandating mask-wearing indoors & Dr. Modry shared his concern only to be met with an enormous amount of backlash.
Dennis and Leighton have a deep discussion about the doctors contribution to our medical system including the introduction of heart and lung transplants in Alberta, and how Dr. Modry's infamous letter to Jason Kenney wound up getting him in some hot water. To find more from Dr. Dennis Modry you can visit: www.AlbertaProsperityProject.com
This episode’s recommended reading:
Fatal Conceit: The Errors of Socialism - F. A. Hayek
https://amzn.to/3vmkLf7
Fake Invisible Catastrophes - Patrick Moore
https://amzn.to/3KqCYMS
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How The Justice Center For Constitutional Freedoms is working to inspire change

In this episode Constitutional Lawyer Leighton Grey and John Carpay have a conversation about How John came to be the founder of The Justice Centre for constitutional freedoms, his perspective on Government accountability, and the need for change in our political process.
John Carpay is the founder and president of the Justice Centre for Constitutional Freedoms. John has devoted his legal career to defending constitutional freedoms through litigation and education. He considers it a privilege to advocate for courageous and principled clients who take great risks – and make tremendous personal sacrifices – by resisting the unjust demands of intolerant government authorities.
Carpay & Grey explore the current state of the Canadian Government, meander into the history that lead John to take on a role in politics, and how he is working to create and inspire positive change in Canada
To find more from John Carpay you can visit: https://www.jccf.ca/
This episode’s recommended reading:
Live Not by Lies: A Manual for Christian Dissidents - Rod Dreher
https://amzn.to/3FaxxRr
Anatomy of the State - Murray N. Rothbard
https://amzn.to/3LJxdeS
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