Rebel News Podcast
Episode: EZRA LEVANT | Letters to Ezra: Your biggest questions from 2025, answered
Host: Ezra Levant
Date: December 26, 2025
Episode Overview
In this special holiday episode of The Ezra Levant Show, Ezra Levant reads and responds to viewer letters sent in via the annual "Letters to Ezra" tradition. Covering questions both personal and professional, Ezra offers insight on Rebel News’ mission, his personal background, political landscape in Canada, and the challenges of running an independent media outlet. The tone is frank, occasionally humorous, often reflective, with Ezra welcoming even tough or critical questions—although most letters are supportive.
Key Discussion Points & Insights
1. Defending Religious Freedom and Christian Churches
[02:02-06:45]
- Recognized for defending Christian pastors during COVID-19 and reporting on underrepresented anti-Christian discrimination.
- Recalls traveling to Manitoba to cover a church fire and crowdfunded efforts to rescue Christians from Iraq.
- Ezra, who is Jewish, stresses Rebel News’ support for people of faith from all backgrounds.
"We do stand up against anti-Christian discrimination which we saw a lot of during the COVID times... I think that is underreported anti-Christian discrimination."
— Ezra Levant [03:00]
2. Personal Roots & Decision Not to Move to Israel
[06:45-11:30]
- Responds to a question about why he stays in Canada despite many Jews emigrating to Israel.
- Shares family history: roots in Alberta going back to 1903, ancestral involvement in settling the Canadian prairies.
- Feels deep Canadian and specifically Albertan identity, rather than considering moving to Israel.
"If you asked me to really identify myself, I would say Albertan, even though I'm in Ontario."
— Ezra [10:45]
3. The Rebel News Jumbotron Truck: A Tool for Activism
[11:30-16:50]
- Discusses the logistics, cost, and bravery required to operate the Rebel News Jumbotron truck at controversial events.
- Reveals the truck has security features and sometimes requires private security due to threats and vandalism.
- Strong appreciation for their dedicated driver and the logistical commitment involved.
"Our truck driver is very brave. He's totally committed to the project. He loves the truck..."
— Ezra [14:30]
4. Ezra’s Hobbies and Personal Time
[16:50-19:45]
- Admits to not having a typical hobby; spends time reading and with his children ("an Uber driver for the kids").
- Exercising is an aspirational hobby, and dog ownership (acquired during COVID) has become a family joy.
"Is reading a hobby? That's too boring, isn't it? ... A dog will fill up a lot of your time."
— Ezra [17:40]
5. Interviewing Donald Trump
[19:45-23:30]
- Addresses whether Rebel would seek a Trump interview; expresses desire, details past attempts to reach Trump admin.
- Notes Rebel is the only Canadian media outlet to openly endorse Trump, but hasn't received an interview.
“If we were ever to get that [Trump interview], it would probably become our most watched video ever.”
— Ezra [22:00]
6. Support for Tommy Robinson & UK Politics
[23:30-29:25]
- Details the role Rebel played in Tommy Robinson’s media emergence, legal troubles, and ongoing activism.
- Discusses the current rise of Reform UK, Tommy’s influence, and divides on the UK right.
- Praises Elon Musk for paying Tommy Robinson’s legal bills.
"I said to him, you have a different destiny. The world needs Tommy Robinson to do something else."
— Ezra [25:00]
7. Legal Double Standards & Tamara Lich
[29:25-34:50]
- Highlights perceived double standards in Canada’s legal system, particularly surrounding Tamara Lich’s house arrest compared to lenient treatment for left-wing or indigenous protestors.
- Announces Rebel’s employment of Tamara Lich to help use her “work exemption” during house arrest.
"There's a double standard between how the truckers were treated versus environmentalists or the Hamas protesters."
— Ezra [34:00]
8. Legal Challenges Against Police & Federal Media Authorization
[34:50-39:00]
- Rebel News is involved in numerous lawsuits against various police forces for infringing on press freedoms.
- Discusses filing complaints and court battles as means to establish protective jurisprudence.
- Rebukes the government’s push for a “registered media” list.
“We have probably five lawsuits against different police forces... sometimes the police settle, and that's actually all we wanted.”
— Ezra [36:30]
9. Rebel News’ Political Identity
[41:00-46:00]
- Clarifies that Rebel News is not “extreme right”—espouses values of small government, individual freedom, skepticism of big government overreach.
- Positions Rebel’s COVID stance as pro-autonomy, pro-privacy, and against both left and right extremes.
“I don't take ‘extreme right’—that, to me, implies racism. And we're not racist. ... The antidote is just having people see who we really are by watching what we really do.”
— Ezra [44:10]
10. On Running for Political Office
[46:00-50:50]
- Recounts his brief candidacy for Parliament (2002), stepping aside for Stephen Harper, and subsequent career in media and advocacy.
- Reflects on whether he could have followed party lines as an MP and affirms current satisfaction in making a difference via Rebel News.
“Never say never, but it's certainly not on my mind. I feel like I have a daily duty at Rebel News. …I have managed to make a difference.”
— Ezra [49:50]
11. Relocation to Western Canada?
[50:50-52:00]
- Addressing a suggestion to move west to escape Liberal laws, Ezra explains most new legislation would still apply countrywide unless Alberta secedes.
12. Weight Loss & Eating Abroad
[52:00-55:00]
- Lighthearted acknowledgment of needing to lose weight.
- No particular food favorites in the UK/Ireland; typically on quick business trips, eats whatever is convenient, but always has Guinness in Ireland.
13. Celebrating Rebel Journalists: The Rebbies
[55:00-57:30]
- Praises reporter Drea Humphrey’s dedication, especially covering the Universal Ostrich Farm.
- Shares details of the internal "Rebbies" award ceremony, highlighting staff and viewer favorites.
“Every year in December, we have internal awards here. We call them the Rebbies…”
— Ezra [56:20]
14. Activism & How to Make a Difference
[57:30-01:03:00]
- Suggests ways individuals can effect change: social media presence, political donations, attending town halls, calling MPs, knocking doors for campaigns.
"A phone call to an MP’s office where you give them your address... is more important to that politician than an email or a tweet."
— Ezra [01:01:00]
15. Closing Reflections & New Team Members
[01:03:00-end]
- Announces Tamara Lich and Scarlet Grace as new Rebel News staff.
- Expresses gratitude for audience support, noting Rebel News rejects government funds and relies on its viewership.
- Ends with encouragement: “keep fighting for freedom.”
Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments
- “If you asked me to really identify myself, I would say Albertan, even though I'm in Ontario.” [10:45]
- “Our truck driver is very brave. He's totally committed to the project.” [14:30]
- “I said to him [Tommy Robinson], you have a different destiny. The world needs Tommy Robinson to do something else.” [25:00]
- "There's a double standard between how the truckers were treated versus environmentalists or the Hamas protesters." [34:00]
- “I don't take ‘extreme right’—that, to me, implies racism. And we're not racist.” [44:10]
- “Every year in December, we have internal awards here. We call the Rebbies…” [56:20]
- “A phone call to an MP’s office... is more important to that politician than an email or a tweet.” [01:01:00]
Segment Timestamps
- Defending Religious Freedom: [02:02]
- Roots & Staying in Canada: [06:45]
- Jumbotron Truck & Security: [11:30]
- Ezra’s Hobbies: [16:50]
- Trump Interview: [19:45]
- Tommy Robinson’s Journey: [23:30]
- Justice System Double Standards: [29:25]
- Legal Fights vs Police: [34:50]
- Rebel’s Political Stance: [41:00]
- Running for Office: [46:00]
- On Moving West: [50:50]
- Food & Fitness: [52:00]
- Rebbie Awards for Journalists: [55:00]
- How to Get Involved: [57:30]
- New Team Members & Closing: [01:03:00]
Tone: Direct, candid, occasionally light-hearted, always assertive.
This episode is valuable for anyone wanting to understand not just Ezra Levant’s personal perspectives, but also the guiding principles and internal culture of Rebel News.