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All Episodes of Reckoning: The Political Economy of Canada

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James Laxer, chairman of the political science department at Atkinson College, is the host for a five-part series examining Canada's role in the changing world economy. Produced by the NFB, the series explores free trade,

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Season 1

  • The Rise and Fall of American Business Culture
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    The Rise and Fall of American Business Culture

    Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 10/26/1987

    A look at the United States' economic theories.

    Director: Unknown

    Writer: Unknown

  • Shift Change
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    Shift Change

    Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 11/2/1987

    The devastating effects of the high cost of technological advances are unveiled through interviews with unemployed workers from Hamilton.

    Director: Unknown

    Writer: Unknown

  • Riding the Tornado
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    Riding the Tornado

    Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 11/9/1987

    An examination of the economic cycles experienced by countries that are mainly dependent on resource exports.

    Director: Unknown

    Writer: Unknown

  • In Bed with an Elephant
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    In Bed with an Elephant

    Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 11/16/1987

    Using archival film footage, a retrospective of U.S.-Canada relationships as affected by their leaders.

    Director: Unknown

    Writer: Unknown

  • At the Crossroads
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    At the Crossroads

    Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 11/23/1987

    Possible alternatives for economic alliances and models are examined in this summary.

    Director: Unknown

    Writer: Unknown