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 and the uncertainty of Trump, this podcast aims to bridge the gap between politics, the economy, 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
38 episodes
Ep 37: 10 Million Hungry - Inside Canada’s Food Insecurity Crisis
Hunger doesn't discriminate, but our systems often do. In 2024, Statistics Canada reported that 10 million Canadians — including 2.5 million children — lived in households that couldn’t reliably afford food. That’s families skipping meals, p...
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Ep 36: Made in Canada - Navigating Trade Turbulence
Tariff threats, labor shortages, and political uncertainty are creating unprecedented challenges for Canadian manufacturers. Matt Conley, Manager of International Trade and Skills Policy at Canadian Manufacturers and Exporters (CME), provide...
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Ep 35: Manufacturing Resilience - Canada’s Fight for Industrial Survival
Trade wars have real consequences, and right now Canada's manufacturing sector is absorbing the shock of escalating US tariffs firsthand. When steel and aluminum tariffs jumped from 25% to 50%, they didn't just change numbers on paper – they...
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Ep 34: Separatism or Scapegoating? Jim Stanford on Power, Profits, and Politics
Welcome back to Let’s Talk Politics! This is Part 2 of my conversation with economist and Director of the Centre for Future Work, Jim Stanford. In this episode, Stanford brings clarity to contentious economic debates a...
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Ep 33: Debunking Interprovincial Trade with Jim Stanford
Canada at a Crossroads: Jim Stanford on Tariffs, Recession Risk, and Rethinking EconomicsWhat happens when a leading economist breaks down the storm clouds gathering over Canada’s economy? Jim Stanford, Director of the Centre for ...
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Ep 32: Beyond the Water - Reimagining a Waterfront City
The transformation of Toronto's waterfront represents a microcosm of urban challenges and opportunities facing major cities across North America. Tim Kocur, Executive Director of the Waterfront BIA, takes us deep into how this iconic area ...
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Ep 31: Unlocking Toronto’s Waterfront Potential with the Waterfront BIA
Toronto's shoreline holds untapped potential that could transform the city's global standing. Tim Kocur, Executive Director of the Waterfront BIA, reveals that what we see today represents only half of what's possible for the 10-kilometer st...
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Ep 30: Money Talks - Why Canada’s Economy Needs Women Now
Money talks, and what it's saying about gender equality in Canada isn't pretty. We've left $180 billion of GDP growth on the table by failing to ensure women's full participation in our economy. That's not just a moral failing—it's eco...
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Ep 29: Billion-Dollar Blind Spot - The Cost of Excluding Women
What’s the real economic cost of excluding women from the workforce, business opportunities, and leadership roles in Canada? The answer might shock you – nearly $180 billion in lost GDP according to the Canadian Chamber of Commerce. This eye...
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Ep 28: Are We Living in a Two-Party Canada?
Polling has quietly revolutionized Canadian politics, transforming from occasional front-page news to a constant stream of data that shapes both voter behavior and party strategy. Political analyst Éric Grenier joins us to unpack this ...
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Ep 27: Underfunded and Overwhelmed - The Crisis in Ontario's Public Services
The chronic underfunding of Ontario's public services has reached a critical tipping point, and the latest provincial budget has only deepened concerns among experts and citizens alike. This eye-opening conversation with Kelly Baker, founder...
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Ep 26: Parliament’s Back, But Where’s the Budget?
The political winds have shifted dramatically in Canada following a transformative federal election that has ushered Mark Carney into the Prime Minister's Office. This episode dives deep into the new government's first moves with expert anal...
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Ep 25: Minority Rule - Carney’s Balancing Act Begins
The political ground beneath Canada has shifted dramatically. In the wake of a historic federal election that saw both major parties crack 40% of the vote, Prime Minister Mark Carney now leads a Liberal minority government facing extraordina...
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Ep 24: The King’s Speech and Carney’s Gamble
The political landscape has shifted dramatically following Canada's historic election, and we're here to make sense of it all. Political analyst Éric Grenier joins us to decode the fascinating demographic shifts that defined this election – ...
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Ep 23: Western Alienation - Is Alberta's Separation Threat Real?
Western alienation and Alberta separatism take center stage as Dan Arnold, Chief Strategy Officer at Pollara Strategic Insights breaks down the complex dynamics fueling separatist sentiment in Canada's oil-rich province.Politic...
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Ep 22: Polling the Shift - Carney’s First Days as PM (Part 1)
Prime Minister Mark Carney's early days as Prime Minister have been defined by bold moves and high-stakes diplomacy. Joining us today to unpack the fast moving political scene, is Dan Arnold, Chief Strategy Officer at Pollara Strategic Insig...
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Ep 21: Can Canada Build Its Way Out of its Housing Crisis?
The ice-cold reality of Canada's housing market takes center stage in our latest deep dive with Chief Economist at British Columbia Real Estate Association, Brendon Ogmundson. Housing sales have plummeted nearly 10% compared to last year as ...
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Ep 20: The Economic Twilight Zone - How Uncertainty Is Reshaping Canada's Financial Landscape
Economic uncertainty hangs like a fog over Canada’s future — and in this episode, Brendon Ogmundson, Chief Economist at the British Columbia Real Estate Association, helps us cut through it. He breaks down the complex forces reshaping our fi...
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Ep 19: From the Rock to the 905 - Political Shifts Across Canada’s Electoral Battlegrounds
The political landscape of Canada underwent a seismic shift in the 2025 federal election, with dramatic changes from Newfoundland and Labrador to Southwestern Ontario. From historic nail-biters to unexpected flips, this episode takes you beh...
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Ep 18: Finance Daddy vs. The Backbencher - Canada's Political Plot Twist
The 2025 Canadian federal election will be remembered as one of the most remarkable political comebacks in the country’s history. Against overwhelming odds, Mark Carney led the Liberal Party from a staggering 24-point deficit to a minority g...
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Ep 17: Voices in the Classroom - Inside Ontario's Education System
The politics of education run deeper than most of us realize. When Vito Totino, a councillor on the York Catholic Teachers Executive, joined me to discuss Ontario's education landscape, he revealed startling realities about what's happening ...
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Ep 16: Election Pulse - Unpacking Canada's Divided Vote
The political landscape is shifting rapidly as Canada's federal election reaches its climax. In this timely conversation, Neil McKenna brings his sharp strategic insights to unpack the forces shaping voter decisions in one of the most unpred...
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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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