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If China and the US are to be “partners, not rivals” what does that mean for Canada's relationship with both? Does the New World Order leave us on the sidelines? Michael Kovrig on No Nonsense.

China sees itself as a rising power intent on displacing the reigning American superpower. Will the long game work? Charles Burton shares his insight.

The wit and wisdom of Whit Fraser - long-time journalist and the Viceregal Consort reports on the journey From Ragged Ass Road to Rideau Hall.

Is there an economic and military meltdown in Russia? Does it give Ukraine strategic momentum? Marcus Kolga explains on No Nonsense.

Canada has a culture of complacency when it comes to trade. It's time to grow up, argue Martha Hall Findlay and Carlo Dade on No Nonsense.

Canada is sending mixed messages - how can we be an energy superpower with only a "maybe" commitment? Heather Exner-Pirot on No Nonsense.

The perils and the promise of everything from AI to free trade to a new sovereign wealth fund. Sean Speer and Rudyard Griffiths on No Nonsense.

The PM has doubled down on his elbows up campaign, so is the US our greatest weakness or our best friend again? The “smart person” panel with Tasha Kheiriddin, Margaret McCuaig-Johnston, and Mark Norman on No Nonsense.

With a majority in hand, the PM has his elbows up again. Will the long-promised major projects now materialize? Darrell Bricker on No Nonsense. 

The Artemis II crew make their way back to Earth after a historic slingshot around the moon. Elizabeth Howell brings us up to speed on the out-of-this-world mission.

With all eyes on Iran and even the moon, Ukraine may have reached a pivot point. Diane Francis on what we need to know about how technology is changing war at the front.

A look at the inconvenient truths about the carbon tax and the price of food with the Food Professor, Sylvain Charlebois, on No Nonsense. 

Political pressure is mounting on the American President over Iran. So, what is his end game? A re-shaping of the world order, with the U.S. leading the pack. Christian Leuprecht on No Nonsense.

It's frustrating trying to anticipate President Trump's next move, especially in the chaos of war. Clifford Young tells us how the pollsters do it! 

The signals from Ottawa are clear - they want more control  over what you do and say online while exempting political parties from rules respecting your privacy. Michael Geist explains.

On the ground and in the skies over Iran we are witnessing new technology, age old battles and shifting alliances collide. Gen. Wayne Eyre, former CDS has fought in hot zones around the world and he has some views.

The global economic impact of Operation Epic Fury has been immediate. PM Carney continues his search for new trade partners in India, Australia, and Japan. Mark Warner, international trade lawyer, joins us on No Nonsense.

We have what the world needs and wants, but can we get it to those who will pay? Heather Exner-Pirot on No Nonsense. 

We are now entering year five of the Russia-Ukraine war, and more warnings of a possible US attack on Iran. Foreign policy expert Richard Shimooka on No Nonsense. 

Our tax system plays favourites, making it complicated and confusing  for taxpayers and businesses alike. Jack Mintz, the country's leading tax policy expert, has some ideas for a fix.

Bridgegate, F-35s, and why we are staying so quiet when China – our new “strategic partner” – jails a free speech advocate. Our wise person panel joins No Nonsense, Tasha Kheiriddin, Margaret McCuaig-Johnston, and Mark Norman. 

A great convo with Bronwyn and Brian about Canada-US relations, energy politics, and whether there will even be a pipeline, on their podcast Pipeline Online.Listen to more episodes of the Pipeline Online Podcast here:https://www.youtube.com/@BrianZinchuk/videos https://pipelineonline.ca/podcasts/

Pollster Darrell Bricker says the risk of western separatism is being fueled by the attitude of those who refuse to accept it's real. Join us on this edition of No Nonsense. 

Parliament is back and Davos seems like an eternity ago. With Sean Speer, we'll take a second look at the Prime Minister's “New World Order” and the future of Conservative politics, on No Nonsense. 

We might be listening to one other - but are we truly hearing the message? Deborah Tannen explains the pitfalls of modern communication.

Donald Trump's threats to invade Greenland set off a frenzy at Davos - but within hours there was a deal in the works. Christian Leuprecht weighs in.

The Canadian diplomat held hostage for more than 1000 days by the communist government of China gives us his take on the new Canada-China trade and “strategic” partnership. Michael Kovrig on No Nonsense. You can find his articles and interviews referenced in this episode at https://michaelkovrig.substack.com. 

From Venezuela to confrontations with ICE... all have become partisan flash points. Pollster and author Cliff Young explores the deep divides in Nativist Nation: Populism, Grievance, Identity and the Transformation of American politics.

Is the media actually providing Canadians with facts and context? Our panel with Tara Henley, Brian Lilley, and Peter Menzies  looks at the aversion to “controversial” content.

Making smart financial decisions doesn't mean complicated math! David Chilton, author of The Wealthy Barber, on how you can navigate today's risky economic landscape.

It will cost families another $1000 to put food on the table next year. The Food Professor Sylvain Charlebois explains why!

Heather Exner-Pirot on the winners and whiners in the Canada-Alberta energy deal - Her optimistic take on No Nonsense.

Do we risk the wrath of the US and NATO partners by walking away from the F-35 in the name of sovereignty – costing us jobs and millions in the process? Our “really smart” panel has the inside story on No Nonsense. 

The latest corruption scandal has weakened Ukraine's hand as it faces a new ultimatum from the US and Russia. Is the price of peace too high? Diane Francis explains.

Canada owns less than 1% of global intellectual property despite billions of dollars invested. Jim Balsillie on how to stop others from monetizing on what we invent.

If we don't learn from history, we'll keep making the same mistakes. Andrew Burtch, historian at the Canadian War Museum on remembering our sacrifices this Remembrance Day ...and paying tribute to his friend and colleague, the late Dr. Tim Cook.

Will Mark Carney's first budget actually "catalyze" investors cash or will his hands-on approach send those dollars south? Longtime cabinet minister and former Alberta Premier Jason Kenney joins us on No Nonsense.

What happens when climate ideology meets economic reality? Heather Exner-Pirot shares the findings on her her latest paper on the regulations Constraining Canada.

Governments need to chart a course and stick to it - Will we see evidence of that in the budget? Economic experts Sean Speer and Trevor Tombe weigh in.

According to Darrell Bricker and John Ibbitson, Canada isn't a love story - it's a marriage of convenience. Their first interview to discuss their latest book, Breaking Point, on whether a divided country can find common ground.

How to respect indigenous rights without stopping development? Dwight Newman explores what happens when private property laws clash with native land claims.

Are Digital IDs and wallets a convenience for consumers or a sign of a surveillance state? Michael Geist on the pitfalls and the promise of life online.

Will Carney deploy troops to make peace in the Middle East and Ukraine? The political panel with Tasha Kheiriddin, Margaret McCuaig-Johnston, and Mark Norman reconvenes.

A political assassination rocked the US and here at home, Parliament is back in business. The Cross-border IPSOS team, Darrell Bricker and Clifford Young, offers their insights into what the public is thinking.

Is red tape disincentivizing investment in Canadian energy? Heather Exner-Pirot on the mega-projects Ottawa must build to stimulate economic growth.

How will Trump's foreign policy approach impact the wars in Ukraine and the Middle East? Walter Russell Mead on the state-of-play.

Mark Carney's approval ratings are still strong but new polls hint it's time for some action in Ottawa. How is a scarcity mindset influencing Canadian politics?  Pollster David Coletto shares the numbers

The pursuit of peace in Ukraine: After a week of historic firsts, will there be a Putin-Zelenskyy meeting? Marcus Kolga weighs in.

Are there lessons to be learned from Europe's political battles? Andrew MacDougall on whether Canada is really the most European of non-European countries - and whether we want to be?

The latest on the trade and tariff front - Canada and the US are still struggling to come to a deal after the deadline has passed. Trevor Tombe shares his insight.