The Rodgers Brief

Author: Adam Rodgers

This podcast features analysis of current Canadian legal news, and stories with important legal angles. Previous episodes covered the Nova Scotia Mass Casualty Inquiry proceedings, arising out of the tragic events of April 18-19, 2020 in Portapique and other locations throughout Central Nova Scotia. Adam Rodgers has been a leading Nova Scotian litigation and criminal defense lawyer, as well as a business and political advisor, for 15 years. He has represented clients on many ground-breaking and prominent cases, including his most recent responsibilities with the Desmond Fatality Inquiry.
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Dispersing the Fog E47 - Premier Smith v Alberta Chief Judges, Eight Toronto Officers Arrested, Guests Edgar MacLeod and Calvin Lawrence
Sunday, 8 February, 2026

This week we delve into two main stories, the brewing dispute between Alberta Premier Danielle Smith and the Judges of the province who are accusing the Premier of political interference, and then the dramatic arrests of eight Toronto police officers on allegations that they were collaborating with organized crime on auto theft, drug trafficking, extortion, and conspiracy to murder a corrections officer. We welcome guests Edgar MacLeod, and Calvin Lawrence, who bring their insights after over 30 years each in policing. Also discussed, the parole hearing for Cameron Ortis, another promotion for Bill Blair, and the Super Bowl v. Olympics in terms of viewing and gambling.