EP265 Premier Dr. Andrew Furey | Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador

Gale Force Wins: A Farewell Conversation with Premier Dr. Andrew Furey

In this episode of Gale Force Wins, Gerry Carew and Alan Dale sit down with Premier Andrew Furey for a heartfelt and wide-ranging conversation as he prepares to step down and return to his surgical career.

Premier Furey reflects on the emotional night he became Premier, the challenges of leading during a pandemic and fiscal crisis, and the major milestones his government achieved — from Muskrat Falls negotiations and fiscal recovery to healthcare transformation, education reform, green energy development, and bringing the Unknown Soldier home.
He speaks candidly about the importance of teamwork, service, and staying true to a long-term vision amidst the daily noise of politics. Premier Furey also shares his pride in Newfoundland and Labrador’s future, his excitement for returning to medicine, and his lasting message of optimism to the people of the province.
An emotional, inspiring, and historic conversation you won’t want to miss.
0:00 – Introduction
0:29 –The night DR. Andrew Furey became Premier: emotions and family impact
2:08 – First day as Premier: pandemic, fiscal crisis, Muskrat Falls
3:50 – Building a leadership vision during crisis
5:01 – Key priorities: fiscal stewardship, Muskrat Falls, demographics, energy, innovation, healthcare
6:46 – Transitioning from surgery to politics
7:59 – Teamwork lessons from medicine applied to leadership
9:39 – Urging more professionals to enter politics
10:27 – Importance of public service
12:10 – Emotional experience of repatriating the Unknown Soldier
16:20 – Public reaction at repatriation ceremony
17:47 – Reflection on leadership: leaving the province better
20:05 – Major achievements: Muskrat Falls deal, financial turnaround, Future Fund
22:08 – Economic diversification: hydrogen, tech, critical minerals
23:06 – Health care reform: single health authority, ambulance services, family care teams
24:23 – Poverty reduction and targeted basic income programs
26:04 – Pride in accomplishments and momentum for the province
28:04 – Education investments: new exams, curriculum updates
29:53 – Churchill Falls renegotiation: strategic approach and success
32:33 – Structure of new Churchill Falls deal explained
36:39 – Transparency and public consultation on Churchill deal
38:10 – A combination of lessons learned from past mistakes
39:00 – Returning to surgery: renewed appreciation for medicine
40:12 – Future possibilities beyond politics
40:36 – Final message to Newfoundland and Labrador: optimism and pride
42:46 – Closing remarks

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