Rebel News Podcast Summary

Episode: EZRA LEVANT | Ezra Levant visits Nova Scotia searching for 'coward' MP Chris d'Entremont
Date: November 21, 2025
Host: Ezra Levant

Overview

This episode centers on Ezra Levant’s journey to Yarmouth, Nova Scotia, to investigate and expose local MP Chris d’Entremont’s controversial defection from the Conservative Party to the Liberals shortly after re-election. Ezra seeks answers from d’Entremont and reactions from local constituents, highlighting feelings of betrayal and frustration. The episode also features other Rebel News reporters covering issues such as the impact of drug houses in Kamloops and the rising problem of unreported theft at Toronto LCBO stores.

Ezra Levant’s Investigation in Yarmouth, Nova Scotia

Purpose of the Visit (00:00–02:00)

• Ezra Levant travels to Nova Scotia after MP Chris d’Entremont, freshly re-elected as a Conservative, defects to the Liberals.
• Aims: Find d'Entremont, gauge citizen reaction, and uncover the story behind the switch.
• Ezra emphasizes Nova Scotia’s charm, contrasting it with “ugly big cities” like Toronto.

Background on Chris d’Entremont’s Flip (02:00–07:00)

• d’Entremont campaigned as a committed Conservative and harsh critic of Liberal policy, accusing them of waste and mismanagement.
• Memorable MP Quote:
  “Taxpayers are being squeezed and their hard-earned money is being wasted.” – Chris d’Entremont in Parliament (02:29)
• Suddenly switched to Liberals, rumored for personal gain (potential Deputy Speaker perks).
• Ezra claims the only motivation was “greed,” criticizing the move as “gross” and a betrayal of constituents.

Attempt to Find d’Entremont (07:00–08:30)

• Ezra visits d’Entremont’s constituency office in Lovett Plaza.
• Finds office locked, service by appointment only, staff unwilling to comment.
• Ezra concludes the MP is “hiding from his own people.”
• Quote:
  “He’s hiding from his own people. I don’t blame him.” – Ezra Levant (07:14)

Public Reaction in Yarmouth – Man-on-the-Street (09:40–10:55)

• Locals overwhelmingly critical, calling the switch cowardly and dishonest.
  • Quote:
    “What a coward... How do you switch sides that easily and that quickly?” – Local resident (09:43)
  • Others mention frustration with local democracy, feeling blindsided just weeks after voting.
• Many suspect d’Entremont had planned the switch in advance, betraying loyal supporters.

Ezra’s Reflections on Yarmouth Visit (10:57–12:00)

• Notes the friendliness of Nova Scotians, compares it to brusque reactions in Toronto.
• Couldn’t find a single on-the-record supporter for d’Entremont’s move, only reluctance among public-sector employees to speak while in uniform.
• Announces a campaign website: FireChris.ca, calling for d’Entremont’s resignation and new by-election.
  • Quote:
    “You can’t run for public office and then weeks later switch sides. I think that’s a betrayal of democracy.” – Ezra Levant (12:28)

Additional Segments from Rebel News Reporters

Kamloops: Drug Houses and Business Devastation (14:02–23:20)

• Reporter: Drea Humphrey

• Interviews Kamloops mayor Reed Hammerjack about the worsening situation caused by inadequately managed shelters and supportive housing.

  • Crime, deaths, and vandalism have devastated businesses.
  • Complaint: Government-promised “wraparound services” were never delivered.
  • Mayor Hammerjack:
    “My business was a good business. We could stock anywhere from 30 to 50 late model vehicles. I’ve been here for almost 30 years, and now I can’t even keep burnt cars on my lot.” (18:08)
  • Calls for comprehensive audits and a shift to recovery-focused facilities.

• Citizens (including Hammerjack) label the facilities as “tax paid for drug houses” (23:08), demanding reforms at fixourcities.com.

Toronto: LCBO Theft and Accountability (23:30–36:30)

• Reporter: David Menzies
• Covers rampant theft at Ontario’s state-run liquor stores (LCBO) and bureaucratic apathy.
• Personal experience: After filming store robbery with weapon, multiple attempts to file a police report were futile – only the LCBO (as “the victim”) can file reports, and store management refuses to do so.
• Quote:
  “If you are a resident of Ontario, you are a shareholder in the LCBO. This is your money flying out the door. And the booze bureaucrats… they don’t give a rodent’s rectum.” – David Menzies (34:04)
• Argues for privatization, inviting listeners to sign a petition at sellthelcbo.com.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On party betrayal:
  “There was no compelling reason for him to switch parties. There was no great betrayal by Pierre Poilievre. … All that changed was his own greed.” – Ezra Levant (08:00)
• Constituent dismay:
  “I think it was a coward, weak move.” – Local resident on d’Entremont (09:55)
• Democracy undermined:
  “You can’t run for public office and then weeks later switch sides. … That’s a betrayal of democracy.” – Ezra Levant (12:28)
• Kamloops decay:
  “It’s been a nightmare. … We really got to start on recovery-focused facilities.” – Mayor Hammerjack (16:58)
• Frustration with state-run LCBO:
  “They don’t care because literally they have no skin in the game.” – David Menzies (25:16)

Timestamps for Key Segments

• 00:00–02:00 – Ezra introduces Nova Scotia trip & podcast mission
• 02:00–07:00 – Background: d’Entremont’s past Conservative positioning and sudden flip
• 07:00–08:30 – Visit to d’Entremont’s office, reaction from staff
• 09:40–10:55 – Man-on-the-street reactions from Yarmouth residents
• 10:57–12:00 – Ezra’s reflection on trip; announcement of FireChris.ca
• 14:02–23:20 – Drea Humphrey reports on Kamloops drug houses with Mayor Reed Hammerjack
• 23:30–36:30 – David Menzies reports from Toronto LCBO about theft, crime, and bureaucratic neglect

Tone and Takeaways

• Tone: Outspoken, frustrated, populist, investigative, often sarcastic and combative toward political and bureaucratic targets.
• Core theme: Political betrayal and lack of accountability at multiple governmental levels, with a recurring call to action directed at Rebel News followers.

For further engagement:

• On party-switching and democratic accountability, visit: FireChris.ca
• On Kamloops shelter mismanagement: FixOurCities.com
• On LCBO privatization: SellTheLCBO.com