Let's Talk Politics
Welcome to Let’s Talk Politics, your front-row seat to the political and economic stories driving today’s world. We bring together a diverse lineup of guests to dive deep into the most pressing issues of the day, untangling the complex web of events impacting Canada and the world.
From Machiavellian tactics to tech bros shaping policies, this podcast aims to bridge the gap between politics and the people it affects.
We break down complex issues, offering fresh, diverse perspectives to help you understand the pressing challenges of the day. Let’s Talk Politics, empowers you with the knowledge and insights needed to navigate today’s fast-moving political landscape.
Episodes
16 episodes
Ep 15: The Atlantic Lens: Federal Election Through New Brunswick's Eyes
Neil McKenna brings nearly a decade of experience from Parliament Hill, the Prime Minister's Office, and the Senate to deliver a refreshing Atlantic Canadian perspective on Canada's federal election landscape. As Senior Associate at Porter O...
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Ep 14: Rooted in Resistance: Power, Politics & Community with Nneka Allen
What does it mean when your very existence becomes political? When a simple lawn sign signals far more than party preference? When motherhood itself becomes a political act?Nneka Allen, founder of the Empathy Agency Inc., guide...
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Ep 13: Talk Is Cheap. Growth Isn’t: Canada’s Economic Crossroads
The political landscape in Canada has never been more volatile, with leadership changeovers, looming elections, and economic uncertainty creating a perfect storm for businesses and citizens alike. How can organizations navigate this chaos wh...
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Ep 12: Politics & Pucks - How Trump Changed the Game
The political landscape in Canada stands at a critical juncture as the 2025 federal election looms just one week away. In this riveting conversation with Conal Slobodin, Vice President at Crestview Strategy, we unpack the seismic shifts resh...
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Episode 12
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Ep 11: Riding the Orange Wave: Jack Layton’s Legacy and the NDP’s Moment
George Soule takes us behind the curtain of NDP strategy, revealing the fascinating disconnect between federal idealism and provincial pragmatism that shapes progressive politics across Canada. With rare candor, this veteran political strategis...
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Episode 11
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Ep 10: How Do You Hurt A New Democrat? Call Them A Liberal
My guest today is George Soule, NDP strategist and Principal at OnStep Strategies. George joins me to unpack what the polls are really telling us, why the Liberal Party’s shift to the centre-right matters, and why working-class voters may be...
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Episode 10
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Ep 9: From Gen Z to GDP - Shaping Canada’s Labour Force and Economic Future
What do U.S. tariffs, youth unemployment, and your grocery bill have in common? This week—everything.I’m joined by Brendon Bernard, Senior Economist at Indeed, to unpack two major flashpoints shaking Canada’s economy: new U.S. ...
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Episode 9
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Ep 8: When Demand Soars & Supply Fails - Housing, Immigration & Canada’s Policy Gaps (Part 3/3)
Ever wonder what really happened during the 2008 financial crisis, and how Canada managed to weather the storm? Or why our housing market is so…well, interesting? In this episode of Let's Talk Politics, we sit down wit...
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Episode 8
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Ep 7: Make Canada Competitive Again - Fixing Productivity, Taxes & Business Growth (Part 2/3)
Join me for a deep dive into Canada’s productivity problem with the brilliant Canadian economist Don Drummond. We explore why Canada’s small businesses struggle to scale, the policies that could help them grow into global industry leaders, a...
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Episode 7
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Ep 6: Tariffs Expose Canada’s Economic Weakness—Now What? (Part 1/3)
Canada’s economy is at a crossroads. U.S. tariffs have exposed deeper weaknesses—lagging productivity, sluggish investment, and over-reliance on the U.S. market. But could this be the wake-up call Canada needs? In this special episode of Let...
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Episode 6
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Ep 5: The Quebec Perspective: Policy, Politics, and Voter Sentiment (Part 2)
In this episode on Let’s Talk Politics, we welcome David Boudeweel-Lefebvre, a recognized expert in government and public affairs with 20 years of experience in politics, lobbying, and coalition building. As the founder of Boudeweel Public A...
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Episode 5
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Ep 4: The Quebec Perspective - Policy, Politics, and U.S. Tariffs (Part 1)
In this episode on Let’s Talk Politics, we welcome David Boudeweel-Lefebvre, a recognized expert in government and public affairs with 20 years of experience in politics, lobbying, and coalition building. As the founder of Boudeweel Public A...
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Episode 4
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Ep 3: The Fall of Trudeau’s Liberals (Part 2)
In this episode, we dive into the dynamic political tactics of Pierre Poilievre, leader of the Conservative Party of Canada. We also explore the challenges facing Canadian democracy, as political discourse becomes increasingly polarizing, and h...
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Episode 3
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Ep 2: The Fall of Trudeau’s Liberals (Part 1)
In this two-part episode, we break down the whirlwind events that have shaken the country: Chrystia Freeland’s resignation as finance minister, Trump’s tariff threats and bold claim to make Canada the 51st state, Prime Minister Justin Trudea...
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Ep 1: Is the U.S. Subsidizing Canada—or Just Trump Talk?
This week, we're diving into Trump's claim that the U.S. is somehow subsidizing Canada. With new tariffs escalating tensions between these two longtime allies, we break down the real story behind trade deficits, why Canada isn't gettin...
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