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Do you find it ironic that you had to move from Calgary to Toronto to host a conservative-friendly TV news show?
No, for the obvious reason that Toronto is the media capital of Canada. But from a philosophical point of view, there is a tremendous number of conservatives in this city, starting with the mayor, almost half the MPs in the province and institutions like the National Post and Toronto Sun. Toronto is more liberal than Calgary, but so is every other place in Canada. I think it’s the opposite of ironic. I think it’s exciting.
You were known at one point for driving a Hummer. Do you still drive one?
No, I’m close enough to walk to the Sun’s studio on King Street East.
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