Back when votes werenโt secret...
Candidates gave speeches at public hustings, and voters had to declare their choice out loud โ right in front of everyone. Rewarded if you voted โright,โ punished if you didnโt.
๐๏ธ Callum Beck dives into the raw history of open voting.
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In the days of open voting, your vote wasn't private โ everyone knew who you supported, including the politicians.
Bribes, pressure, and public speeches were the norm. One candidate even had to escape to avoid being attacked.
Callum Beck sheds light on the wild world of 19th-century elections.
๐๏ธ Watch the full episode for more.
When we talk about change, itโs not just one group pushing for it. In 1846, even amidst chaos, Protestants and Irish voters stood on the same side of reform.
Callum Beck dives into one of the most intense election riots of the era โ and how it reshaped history.
๐๏ธ Episode now streaming.
The March 1st, 1847 election in Belfast wasnโt just politics โ it was a battle between landowners and the people.
Aggressive policies pushed tenants to the edge, sparking violent divides between Irish Catholics, Scottish settlers, and colonial power.
Callum Beck breaks down how it all erupted.
Two days. Two violent turns.
Irish Catholic voters stormed the polls and drove off the Scots.
Days later, Scottish settlers returned on horseback โ and chaos followed.
Callum Beck breaks down one of the most explosive political riots in PEIโs history. โ๏ธ๐
From a single island, we feed the world ๐๐ฅ
PEI's potato farmers are producing huge volumes, serving Canada, the U.S., and global markets.
But behind that abundance? Drought, tough decisions, and relentless challenges.
Farming isnโt just business โ itโs survival.
When a virus was found in one field, it triggered a shutdown that shook PEIโs potato industry. Mary Jane breaks down how language, panic, and uncertainty can derail local economies โ and why supporting local has never been more crucial.
Every year, January starts with fear โ but by February and March, the tide turns. ๐ Mary Jane Webster shares why the real estate cycle always finds its rhythm, even after the quiet.
With uncertainty on the horizon, Mary Jane Webster speaks on the future of our lobster industry ๐ฆ๐จ๐ฆ โ Do we look west? Seek new markets? One thingโs clear: supporting local has never mattered more.
From market trends to expert tips, the Real PEI Podcast with David Cyrus MacDonald brings you the knowledge you need to buy, sell, and invest smarter in Prince Edward Island. ๐๏ธ
Tune in, stay informed, and make your next move with confidence.
Wondering what a debt service ratio is and how it affects your mortgage approval? ๐กJay Patel breaks it down in simple termsโwatch this to make smarter homebuying decisions! ๐ก๐
Rooted in community, driven by curiosity ๐โจ David cherishes the quiet charm of PEI, while Ann shares her passion for global travel and helping Canadian businesses expand beyond borders.