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Prime Minister Mark Carney got a third floor crosser from the Conservatives, putting the Liberal seat count at 169 out of the 172 needed for a majority government-- exactly where it was on election day. But here's the kicker-- three byelections need to be called in seats the Liberals won just one year ago. Meaning Carney is on the verge of securing Canada's first majority in a decade. And just a month after Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre received a 87% approval rating from his party, what sorts of conversations does his caucus need to have with one less member? Host Maria Kestane speaks to Mickey Djuric, a journalist who covers Parliament Hill for POLITICO, to discuss what Mark Carney might do with a majority, and the potential for future floor crossers - and a federal election. We love feedback at The Big Story, as well as suggestions for future episodes. You can find us:Through email at hello@thebigstorypodcast.ca Or @thebigstory.bsky.social on Bluesky

Both the Liberals and the Conservatives suggested a few weeks ago that they would try to find ways to work together to advance the issues facing Parliament. We've heard that kind of talk before and nothing has happened, but what about now?  A hint yesterday that maybe, just maybe, there could be progress.  Rob Russo of the Economist and Althia Raj of the Toronto Star  have their thoughts on this week's Reporter's Notebook. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A third Conservative crosses the floor. Tory Leader Pierre Poilievre runs damage control after one of his MPs goes off script on the trade war with U.S. President Donald Trump. And Ottawa wins a “psychological victory” after the U.S. Supreme Court strikes down Trump's emergency tariffs. Chris Selley and Lorne Gunter join Brian to discuss how, with all these developments and more, Prime Minister Mark Carney's mojo seems to just get better every day. Meanwhile, Conservatives can't seem to catch a break. With a snap election still extremely possible, and the NDP seeming only weaker and unlikelier to compete for Liberal votes, they discuss why Poilievre is facing a dangerous situation for his party, and his leadership. (Recorded February 20, 2026) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A new poll in the United States has Americans being told that there's a real chill from Canadians about their southern neighbours, and the word "hate" is used.  Feelings are strong, but that strong?  Bruce and Chantal on that, plus Alberta calls for a referendum on October 19th, but no question yet on separation.  Plus more on leadership challenges for the Conservatives and the NDP.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Where does Poilievre go after the floor crossing?Plus – Trump says release the alien files GUESTS: Carlo Coliacovo – host at TSN 1050 Scott Reid - CTV Political Commentator and advisor to a number of Prime Ministers, premiers and political leaders Tim Powers - Chairman of Summa Strategies Nathan Radke - host of the Uncover Up podcast and cultural history professor at Humber Andrew DiCapua - Principal Economist at the Canadian Chamber of Commerce

A wide variety of thoughts and opinions on Your Turn this week.  From the Olympics, to Donald Trump, to health care, to all the snow this year, you've written about them all this week.   And then there's the dropping price of gasoline at the pump -- the Random Ranter has his thoughts on that. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On The Shaun Thompson Show, Jeff Dornik warns that Canada is expanding euthanasia to allow parents to authorize the killing of infants and toddlers if they deem them to be suffering, arguing that this is not compassion but the devaluation of human life in a secular society that has rejected God as the source of inherent rights. Jeff Dornik explains that once a nation abandons the belief that human beings are created in the image of God, it inevitably treats people as disposable, and he connects this moral collapse to the broader alliance between Marxism, radical Islam, and the erosion of individual liberty in America.Follow Jeff Dornik on Pickax - https://pickax.com/jeffdornikTune into The Jeff Dornik Show LIVE daily at 1pm ET on Rumble. Subscribe on Rumble and never miss a show. https://rumble.com/c/jeffdornikBig Tech is silencing truth while farming your data to feed the machine. That's why I built Pickax… a free speech platform that puts power back in your hands and your voice beyond their reach. Sign up today: https://pickax.com/?referralCode=y7wxvwq&refSource=copy

For the first show of 2026 and the fourth season of the Voice Of GO(r)D podcast project, I am very happy to bring you a discussion with Ike Stephens, the empresario behind the highly successful and very popular YouTube show, Bonehead Truckers.Ike has been documenting the decline of the American trucking industry via his hilarious and well done commentary videos, which highlight what happens when The Powers That Be take a trade which requires high levels of competency and operational acumen, and attempt to deskill it by flooding the market with hapless locals from the unemployment line, or with insourced labor that is likewise clueless. As of late, Ike has been pulling no punches with calling out everyone involved in allowing this sad state of affairs to take place.You can find Mr Stephens all over the place -https://www.youtube.com/@BoneheadTruckershttps://x.com/boneheadtruckrshttps://www.facebook.com/boneheadtruckershttps://www.instagram.com/boneheadtruckers/And if you will be at the Mid-America Trucking Show in Louisville, Kentucky next month, March 26-28, you can come meet Ike in person - and I might even be at his exhibition location with copies of my book for sale.Speaking of the book - we are less than 6 weeks out from release, and my book is already doing numbers in various Amazon book categories. As of right now, End Of The Road was number ONE in Canadian Politics, number 13 in Libertarianism, and number ONE in Transportation Industry.The first two are curious, given that Canadian Politics only figure in the intro and final chapters, and I use the term ‘libertarian' but a small handful of times; the politics that comes through my arguments are all over the place - libertarian, conservative, labor left, populist … I like to think the book's politics defy categorization.And on that note, go ahead and pre-order for delivery to your door on March 24, or come meet me at MATS, where I will sign a copy for you, and you can pay cash for a steep discount. The audiobook will be available by then, and I will have a QR code handy for those who want to download it to their devices instantly.In the US you can order a hardcover copy direct from my publisher -https://creedandculture.com/books/end-of-the-road-inside-the-war-on-truckers/In Canada you can do the same from Chapters/Indigo -https://www.indigo.ca/en-ca/end-of-the-road-inside-the-war-on-truckers/9781967613021.htmlIf you must -https://www.amazon.com/End-Road-Inside-War-Truckers/dp/1967613028/Thanks again for listening and making my podcast what it is, and thanks again for reading my work here. Check out my latest piece, which is now approaching four thousand reads here on Substack -https://autonomoustruckers.substack.com/p/truckers-tikka-masala-part-2-theAs always, questions, comments, suggestions, corrections and Hate Mail are welcomed and strongly encouraged - gordilocks@protonmail.com

Are the parties willing to work together?Plus - The Top 5 Music Families on Family Day GUESTS: Scott Reid - CTV Political Analyst and former advisor to a Prime Minister Richard Shimooka - Military Expert and Senior Fellow at the Macdonald Laurier Institute Eric Alper - music contributor

A catch up on the latest political news and a conversation about the horrific events in Tumbler Ridge 00:00 - Episode introduction and recap of recent convention experiences01:08 - Conservative convention insights and leader support trends04:36 - Electoral participation and convention demographics07:33 - MPs rejecting pay increases and examples of public service09:21 - Internal party conflicts and upcoming by-elections12:53 - Parliamentary cooperation, government stability, and potential elections15:08 - Recent changes and debates around Canada's electric vehicle policies19:26 - The tragic shooting in Tumbler Ridge and national response32:31 - Presidential reactions, media conduct, and community mourning37:35 - The importance of mental health awareness and ongoing discussions38:15 - Closing remarks and call to reflection on recent eventsFollow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/beyondaballot/ Thank you to our Title Sponsor, DoorDash!

Thursday means Your Turn, today with a special guest host tandem. Our focus: A question on many workers' minds since COVID hit in 2020 - should we need to be back in the office? Nowadays, many question if in-office work will ever be necessary again. Today it's your chance to have a say in the WFH vs. in-office debate, and your letters came in from across the country. Plus The Ranter is back again on the topic of Trump. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The latest episode starts with how to prepare yourself if US Customs searches your phone records. Also, how passport stamps are a thing of the past, and proof of how Donald Trump stretches the truth 92 percent of the time. You like end bits and we enjoy giving you some every once in a while. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Host Piya Chattopadhyay speaks with The Toronto Star's Susan Delacourt and The Economist's Rob Russo about calls for Canadian unity from former prime ministers Stephen Harper and Jean ChrétienPussy Riot's Nadya Tolokonniokva reflects on power, protest and Russia's parallels with the U.S.Writer Chuck Klosterman nerds out about American football and its many contradictions ahead of Super Bowl LXCanadian curling legend Jennifer Jones looks back on her journey both on and off the ice

What's going on in Canadian Politics Guest: Allison Gifford,  Vice President, Policy and Public Affairs, clear strategy. Poilievre is in. So does this mean we'll see more floor crossings? Guest: Andrew Enns, executive vice-president of Leger's Central Canada operations Canada's failed Winter Olympic bids since 1924 Guest: Craig Baird, Host of Canadian History X Are the BC NDP Losing Grip? Guest: Dr. Stewart Prest, Political science Lecturer at UBC Imagine rowing across the Atlantic Ocean BY YOURSELF Guest: Kyle Wills, Rower who will cross The Atlantic, Solo! BC Federation of Students Rally against Tuition hikes Guest: Cole Reinbold, Secretary treasurer, BC Federation of Students Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get original articles, extended podcasts, and direct access to Blendr News on our Substack Channel: blendrnews.com-This episode is brought to you by The Tallowed Truth. Use promo code "Blendr" for 15% off:www.thetallowedtruth.com/blendr-In this episode of "The Blendr Report," Liam and Garry discuss:00:00 Introduction to Organized Crime and Law Enforcement07:03 The Reality of Undercover Operations12:18 The Evolution of Organized Crime in Canada16:03 Challenges in Law Enforcement and Prosecution20:14 The Sidewinder Report and Its Implications27:15 Unveiling Hidden Reports and Political Complicity30:41 The Compromise of Politicians and Chinese Influence35:48 Investigating Money Laundering: ePirate and Cullen Commission41:17 The Weakness of the Justice System and Political Accountability45:14 Navigating Economic Ties with China: Risks and Realities51:20 The Need for Reform in Canadian Politics and Law Enforcement-Connect with Garry Clement:OP-EDs and Journalism: www.thebureau.newsUndercover Book: a.co/d/335MmOjCanada Under Seige Book: a.co/d/0Twithc-Follow BLENDR News:Twitter - @BlendrNewsInstagram - @blendr.report TikTok - @blendrnews-Follow Liam:Instagram - @liam.out.loudTwitter - @liam_out_loudYouTube - @liam-out-loud

Jeet Heer says his friendship with journalist Gerald Owen taught him that community can transcend politics.Marjorie Nicolaou reads The Last Red Tory. About AMIAMI is a not-for-profit media company that entertains, informs and empowers Canadians who are blind or partially sighted. Operating three broadcast services, AMI-tv and AMI-audio in English and AMI-télé in French, AMI's vision is to establish and support a voice for Canadians with disabilities, representing their interests, concerns and values through inclusion, representation, accessible media, reflection, representation and portrayal.Find more great AMI Original Content on AMI+Learn more at AMI.caConnect with Accessible Media Inc. online:X /Twitter @AccessibleMediaInstagram @AccessibleMediaInc / @AMI-audioFacebook at @AccessibleMediaIncTikTok @AccessibleMediaIncEmail feedback@ami.ca Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Elias Makos kicks the week off with Jimmy Zoubris, Montreal businessman, longtime activist and former special advisor to Valerie Plante, and Sue Smith is a Montreal journalist and broadcaster. Canada is weighing a plan to send a small contingent of troops to Greenland for military exercises with NATO allies Mark Carney took a trip to Qatar this weekend and announced that the Middle Eastern country has committed to “significant strategic investments” for Canada’s major building projects. A new federal poll from Abacus Data has the Liberals and Conservatives tied at 40 percent if an election were held today. The Catholic Church in the Saint-Marie neighbourhood has filed a lawsuit against the City of Montreal, saying the city won’t allow it to demolish a church that’s turned into a safety hazard.

Peyman Askari joins us for a great chat about Canada and getting into and out of politics....   We get into the voting demographics in Canada, immigration, regulations, coming from Iran, the rule of law, protesting, PPC, Trumps Security Strategy, urbanization, and the lack of domestic arrests and what is happening with the Epstein files.   In the second half we chat about pensions and families, traditional migration, differences between the USA and Canada, the upcoming conflicts, leaky Canada, UNDRIP - and the UN destabilizing Canada, private property, common law, the problems with BC, BC politics, and yes even through all this you can change your life. I have come here to kick progressive ass and chew bubble gum. And I'm all out of bubble gum.   Peyman was born in Iran and came to Canada when he was six. He has always considered himself fortunate to be living in a Western country until covid when he started to notice an erosion of the rule of law. Since then, Peyman has run for federal office, and now hosts his own podcasts where he is trying to educate Canadians on the core issues facing this nation.  

While the Canadian Parliament has been on winter break since mid-December, international politics have only heated up so far in 2026. Pro-democracy protests have rocked Iran; Russia's war against Ukraine remains unresolved; and the United States stunningly bombed oil-rich Venezuela and captured its dictator, Nicolas Maduro. It's all likely to overshadow domestic policy issues once Canadian federal politicians come back to work. But Canadian Jews have their own concerns at home, worrying about whether lawmakers will keep last year's promises to fight antisemitism and remain proactive about hate-fuelled terrorism. And some federal policy is less clear: how will Canada change its relationship with Israel in the wake of recognizing Palestinian statehood? Will the federal New Democratic Party choose former broadcaster and anti-Israel activist Avi Lewis as their new leader? Is Pierre Poilievre, a staunch ally of Israel, going to survive his party's leadership review in January? And what about the economic problems our country continues to face stemming from U.S. President Donald Trump's trade war? On today's episode of North Star, The CJN's political panelists weigh in. Joining host Ellin Bessner today are Dan Mader a Conservative strategist and a founder of Loyalist Public Affairs, who sits on CJPAC's advisory board and volunteers with Friends of JNF Canada; David Birnbaum, a former Liberal member of the Quebec National Assembly for the riding of D'Arcy-McGee in Montreal; and Noah Tepperman, a past president of the Windsor-Tecumseh NDP riding association, who has advised the federal and provincial NDP on Jewish issues. Related links Read more about Canada recognizing the State of Palestine in Sept. 2025, in  The CJN. Hear federal Liberal cabinet minister Evan Solomon on how his government is taking antisemitism seriously, as well as the safety of Jews, in  The CJN. How Toronto's Jewish community gave a warm welcome to Opposition Leader Pierre Poilievre at a synagogue in December, in  The CJN. Credits Host and writer: Ellin Bessner ( @ebessner ) Production team: Zachary Kauffman (senior producer), Michael Fraiman (executive producer) Music: Bret Higgins Support our show Subscribe to The CJN newsletter Donate to The CJN (+ get a charitable tax receipt) Subscribe to North Star (Not sure how? Click here )

After a year that was truly one for the books in Canadian politics — from Trudeau's resignation to Trump's trade war, an “elbows up” election, Pierre Poilievre losing his seat, Jagmeet Singh resigning his leadership, and the prospect of a new Pacific pipeline — 2025 has come to a close. What will 2026 hold?Stephanie Levitz is a senior reporter with The Globe's Ottawa Bureau, and she's on the show to discuss the Liberal road to a majority, the leadership of both the Conservative Party and NDP, and the renegotiation of Canada's trade agreement with the U.S.Questions? Comments? Ideas? Email us at thedecibel@globeandmail.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

CBC chief political correspondent Rosemary Barton asks The National's At Issue panel to look ahead to 2026 and what might be the biggest stories in Canadian politics. Rosemary Barton hosts Chantal Hébert, Andrew Coyne and Althia Raj.

Happy Holidays from Frequency Podcast Network! This week we'll be joined by the Friends of Frequency (FOF).In part two of this special feed drop on The Big Story, Parliament Hill Bureau Chief for CityNews and political correspondent Glen McGregor discuss the biggest political headlines of 2025. They recap Mark Carney's first few months as Prime Minister, the future of the NDP, and what lies ahead for Federal Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre. We love feedback at The Big Story, as well as suggestions for future episodes. You can find us:Through email at hello@thebigstorypodcast.ca Or @thebigstoryfpn on Twitter

Our federal election pod band is back! We welcome back Hannah Thibedeau and Kathleen Monk join us this week to talk about the tumultuous political landscape in Canada throughout 2025 and share predictions for politics in 2026!HAPPY NEW YEAR!!! - Amanda & Rachael Programming note: We will be back with a new episode on January 23rd 2026!Chapters00:00Political Whiplash in Canada03:01The Story of 2025: Turbulence and Change05:39Mark Carney: The New Political Force08:41Pierre Poliev: Leadership Challenges11:36Opposition Dynamics: NDP and Bloc Quebecois14:27Looking Ahead: The Future of Canadian Politics21:06The Importance of Cooperation in Canadian Politics23:49The Future of the NDP and Leadership Choices26:27Provincial Politics and Their Impact on Federal Dynamics29:30Provincial Leaders and Their Influence31:50Looking Ahead to 2026: Predictions and ConcernsFollow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/beyondaballot/ Thank you to our Title Sponsor, DoorDash!

Happy Holidays from Frequency Podcast Network! Over the next couple weeks, we'll be joined by the Friends of Frequency (FOF).In this special feed drop on The Big Story, Parliament Hill Bureau Chief for CityNews and political correspondent Glen McGregor discuss the biggest political headlines of 2025. They recap Justin Trudeau's resignation, the 2025 Federal Election, the future of the NDP and what lies ahead of Prime Minister Mark Carney's uphill battle with US President Donald Trump. We love feedback at The Big Story, as well as suggestions for future episodes. You can find us:Through email at hello@thebigstorypodcast.ca Or @thebigstoryfpn on Twitter

In the final episode of Hub Politics in 2025, host Sean Speer is joined by Amanda Galbraith, co-founder and president of Oyster Group, and David Coletto, founder and CEO of Abacus Data, to answer questions from The Hub audience about the big issues over the past twelve months. They discuss Mark Carney's political rise, the future of the NDP, the opportunities and challenges for Pierre Poilievre and the Conservatives, and the unpredictability that defined 2025's political landscape.   The Hub is Canada's fastest growing independent digital news outlet.   Subscribe to The Hub's podcast feed to get our best content when you are on the go: https://tinyurl.com/3a7zpd7e (Apple)  https://tinyurl.com/y8akmfn7 (Spotify)   Want more Hub? Get a FREE 3-month trial membership on us: https://thehub.ca/free-trial/ Follow The Hub on X: https://x.com/thehubcanada?lang=en   CREDITS: Amal Attar-Guzman - Producer Alisha Rao - Sound Editor  Sean Speer - Host   To contact us, sign up for updates, and access transcripts email support@thehub.ca

Host Piya Chattopadhyay speaks with journalists Shannon Proudfoot and Rob Russo about the year in Canadian politics, The Sunday Magazine's Pete Mitton explains how the "hype cycle" concept can help us understand where we stand with artificial intelligence, Russian-American journalist Julia Ioffe explores the feminist history that shaped modern Russia, and journalist Stefan Fatsis shares what the words of the year reveal about how dictionaries are evolving.Discover more at https://www.cbc.ca/sunday

This week on rabble radio, rabble publisher Sarah Sahagian and rabble editor Nick Seebruch discuss the major news in Canadian politics of 2025; including the resignation of Justin Trudeau, to now-Prime Minister Mark Carney—and his first months as leader, his budget and pipeline plans; the NDP leadership race; and more.  This marks our final interview of the year! Next week on the show, we'll feature a collection of our favourite interviews of 2025 in the yearly fashion of the "best of rabble radio" episode. Tune in next week to see if your favourite interview made the cut!   If you like the show please consider subscribing on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you find your podcasts. And please, rate, review, share rabble radio with your friends — it takes two seconds to support independent media like rabble. Follow us on social media across channels @rabbleca. 

The emails coming into The Bridge this week were humming. You wanted your say on the debate about which fighter jet Canada should buy and you didn't hold back with what you had to say. Emails came from across the country and at least by the ones we received your choice is clear. The random Ranter is here as well and he has a very different take on the MOA signed between Alberta and Ottawa last week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What to make of Mark Carney's decision to reach back into the Trudeau cabinet to replace another minister who quit? That's the question to the Toronto Star's Althia Raj and The Economist's Rob Russo on this latest episode of Reporter's Notebook. Also, what our two correspondents are hearing about the ongoing competition between the U.S. F35 fighter jet and Sweden's Gripen. Billions are at stake and thousands of jobs. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Whether it's voluntary recruitment or a form of military draft, it's happening in different parts of Europe as fear of war with Russia mounts.  Ukraine was the tipping point here but the moves are taking place, and the question is will the same concerns become apparent in Canada. Dr Janice Stein from the Munk School at the University of Toronto joins us for her regular Monday session, "Our Changing World".   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Twelve hundred people were on their feet in Calgary yesterday applauding Mark Carney and Danielle Smith for the deal they signed that could lead to a new pipeline to move Alberta oil to markets. But there was a cost too ...Carney lost a minister, and the BC government and indigenous groups are more than a little bit upset. What happens now?  Chantal Hebert and Bruce Anderson look for answers in this week's Good Talk. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the day a memorandum of understanding is about to be signed between Alberta and Canada, listeners to the Bridge have their say about a new pipeline to British Columbia's west coast. None of the writers are shy about their opinions and both sides of the argument are reflected. And then, the Random Ranter drops by with his take on a very different issue. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Some of you have been writing, asking "where is Keith Boag?" Today the answer, as the former Washington correspondent brings us up to date on his latest thinking about Donald Trump. Throughout last year's campaign we relied on Keith's assessment of all things US political. And now, a year later, where are we?   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

      Prime Minister Carney's Early Highwire Act in Canadian Politics — Conrad Black — Conrad Black analyzes the early tenure of Canadian Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland (referred to as Carney in this segment), who narrowly secured passage of his budget. Carney campaigned partly on opposition to Donald Trump, demonstrating political agility by balancing competing party factions—advancing a new pipeline for Alberta while offering environmental concessions. Black notes that Canada remains conflicted regarding China, attempting to maintain trade relations while publicly condemning election interference. 1922 SASKATCHEWAN

This week seems to be all pipelines all the time. Alberta and Canada seem close to a deal on a memorandum of understanding about a new pipeline to the west coast. But now how do you make that MOU become a real finalized deal because let's face it, pipelines in Canada are hard to build. James Moore and Gerald Butts talk pipelines and the shift topics to talk jet fighters and the intense lobbying going on for those. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Another week where there's lots to talk about with Chantal Hebert and Bruce Anderson. The US is playing hardball through its ambassador to Canada over which jet fighter we "must" buy, while Sweden sends its King and Queen to push its option. And then there's the pipeline story -- could a deal between Ottawa and Alberta be close on that? All this while the PM is off on another global trade mission. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

So in the end the Mark Carney government survived the budget vote. But you have to wonder whether the 140-138 vote in the Commons was what they really wanted. Sure it avoids a messy Christmas season election, but it also avoids what may have been the PM's best chance of turning a minority into a majority. We'll discuss that and what happens now with The Economist's Rob Russo and the Toronto Star's Althia Raj on this Tuesday's Reporter's Notebook. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mondays mean Dr Janice Stein, and today is no different. The Munk School Director from the University of Toronto drops by for her regular Monday session. The topics vary, from India and Pakistan on edge again to the Ukraine war to the very real possibility that the United States is about to launch broad-scale action against Venezuela.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The numbers certainly conclude that if all opposition MPs vote against the budget then the government will fall. But will that happen and will it happen next week? All that on the heels of the budget and the latest major projects list? That and this question -- Is Mark Carney still green? All this with Chantal Hebert and Bruce Anderson on this week's Good Talk.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A week after the budget and the floor crossing, many Canadians are still talking of both and mainly the latter. So we asked this week's question -- What do you think of floor crossers?". Your answers plus this week's rant from the Random Ranter whose message this time is about AI -- and he's still not impressed. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Last week was quite something, even for Canadian politics. A big-time Liberal budget with a huge deficit, while chaos ruled in the Conservative opposition. How do you explain that? That's the question for our extremely popular panel feature, a former top Liberal advisor and a former Conservative cabinet minister. Strap in for this one. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Canadian Politics, US Trade Relations, and Energy Pipeline Development. Conrad Black discusses a domestic Canadian political misunderstanding involving Prime Minister Mark Carney and Premier Doug Ford over an anti-tariff ad that annoyed President Trump. The focus shifts to Canadian energy policy, noting the need for new pipelines to move oil from Alberta east, west, and south. Carney's government has tentatively agreed to approve a second pipeline to northern British Columbia, which would more than double the daily oil shipment capacity to the west.

Conrad Black discusses Canadian politics and trade, noting a misunderstanding between Prime Minister Carney and Ontario Premier Doug Ford regarding an anti-tariff ad that offended President Trump. Black reports that China's General Secretary Xi has been conciliatory toward both Canada and the US. Crucially, Canada needs pipelines built both east, west (Trans Mountain to Vancouver/Pacific), and south (Keystone XL) to move Alberta's oil. Carney's federal government tentatively agreed to approve a second pipeline to Northern British Columbia. 1893 

The Liberals brag that their brand-new budget is big and bold. Opposition leaders have have some less-positive adjectives to describe it. And now a Conservative MP has left caucus over it. One of the big winners in today's federal budget is the Canadian military. We'll ask a defence analyst if this new financial attention compensates for what he feels were years of neglect.Kelowna is the first Canadian city to be named a UNESCO "Creative City of Gastronomy". The head of a First Nation pushed for the title -- and says he's savouring the success. A journalist who wrote several books about the late Dick Cheney reflects on how the most powerful Vice President in American history wanted to be remembered -- and how he'll actually be remembered. The next stop on this week's Hometown series is Vulcan, Alberta -- where they leaned in to their inadvertent "Star Trek" connection, sat back, and watched the Spocks fly.Scientists have finally discovered precisely how mosquitoes court and have sex -- and all it took was staring at close-up footage, frame by frame, in agonizing slow motion, for literally hundreds of hours.As It Happens, the Tuesday Edition. Radio that's proud to announce: no more guess-ti-mating!

Last week was a huge week for big trade talk -- China and the U.S., China and Canada. What happened and will it make a difference? Just some of the questions for our regular Monday chat with Dr Janice Stein from the Munk School at the University of Toronto. Also on the agenda, Venezuela, Nigeria, the Netherlands and Sudan - Our Changing World. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As if there isn't enough going on with trade talks broken down with the U.S., new trade possibilities with China, and a crucial budget set for Tuesday, Canadians could be facing an election within a week. And then there's the case of "Profanity Pete" the US Ambassador to Canada. Let's get some analysis with Bruce Anderson and Chantal Hebert as we convene another Good Talk. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With the Prime Minister in Asia and talk of a much closer trade relationship with China, the question this week is "Should We?". Listeners weren't shy, as the emails came tumbling in. And the Random Ranter came by with his toughest rant yet on Donald Trump -- move over Doug Ford! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

An encore of an interview with celebrated Canadian military historian Tim Cook about his latest book hitting the shelves. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

How do two former Ottawa pros see the Trump, Carney, Ford story -- does it really matter? will it make a real difference? Former Harper cabinet minister James Moore and former Trudeau advisor Gerald Butts get together for their Conversation #26. In the program's second segment, they also talk about the importance of debt and deficit as we approach the upcoming federal budget. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

China and the United States could be on the verge of a deal that could have a huge impact on world trade. All eyes will be on a Thursday meeting between Donald Trump and Xi Jinping -- could Canada be far behind? And Venezuela -- is regime change in the offing? Dr Janice Stein of the Munk School at the University of Toronto joins for her regular Monday appearance. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.