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The news cycle never slows down and neither does Hub Hits.   Each day we provide you with quick hits on topical stories, big issues and important voices appearing in The Hub, taped live.   This episode features Rudyard Griffiths and Trevor Tombe, professor of economics at the University of Calgary, discussing the fiscal challenges facing Canada and the impact of significant spending pledges by the Carney government, particularly increased military spending, which could push deficits to over $150 billion by mid-decade. They also discuss the need for sustainable fiscal policies to maintain market confidence and avoid unsustainable debt growth.   To read Trevor's full analysis, click here.   The Hub is Canada's fastest-growing independent digital news outlet. Subscribe to The Hub's podcast feed to get all our best content: https://tinyurl.com/3a7zpd7e (Apple) https://tinyurl.com/y8akmfn7 (Spotify) Watch a video version on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHubCanada Want more Hub? Get a FREE 3-month trial membership on us: https://thehub.ca/free-trial/ Follow The Hub on X:   CREDITS: Amal Attar-Guzman - Producer Alisha Rao - Sound Editor  Rudyard Griffiths - Host

Can the rising-from-the-ashes Progressive Conservatives interrupt Danielle Smith's tenure as Alberta's premier (11:00)? Will a new provincial police service outperform the RCMP (41:00)? And why did renowned economist Dr. Trevor Tombe agree to participate in Premier Smith's Alberta Next "propaganda stunt" (54:00)? We get answers to these questions from veteran political commentator Graham Thomson in this epiosde of Real Talk.  READ GRAHAM in THE TYEE: https://thetyee.ca/Opinion/2025/07/03/Why-Join-Danielle-Smith-Alberta-Next/ 1:00 | But first...Ryan recaps our July 2 exclusive with Pete Guthrie and Scott Sinclair, including your comments on YouTube and emails to talk@ryanjespersen.com.  WATCH THAT EPISODE: https://rtrj.info/070225PC 1:06:00 | Johnny Infamous is in the spotlight! We take a look at the newest edition of Edify featuring Real Talk's very own intrepid producer.  CHECK IT OUT: https://edifyedmonton.com/people/profiles/favourite-things-edmonton-2025-part-2/ FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK, X, INSTAGRAM, and LINKEDIN: @realtalkrj & @ryanjespersen  JOIN US ON FACEBOOK: @ryanjespersen  REAL TALK MERCH: https://ryanjespersen.com/merch RECEIVE EXCLUSIVE PERKS - BECOME A REAL TALK PATRON: patreon.com/ryanjespersen THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS! https://ryanjespersen.com/sponsors The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Relay Communications Group Inc. or any affiliates.

Hub Headlines features audio versions of the best commentaries and analysis published daily in The Hub. Enjoy listening to original and provocative takes on the issues that matter while you are on the go.   0:17 - What a higher NATO military spending target means for Canada, by Trevor Tombe 6:26 - Think you've got Alberta figured out? Think again, by Ryan Hastman   This program is narrated by automated voices.    Subscribe to The Hub's podcast feed to get all our best content:   https://tinyurl.com/3a7zpd7e (Apple)   https://tinyurl.com/y8akmfn7 (Spotify)   Watch The Hub on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHubCanada   Get a FREE 3-month trial membership for our premium podcast content: https://thehub.ca/free-trial/   The Hub on X: https://x.com/thehubcanada?lang=en   CREDITS:   Alisha Rao  – Producer & Editor To contact us, sign up for updates, and access transcripts, email support@thehub.ca

One of the biggest challenges facing the Canadian economy is improving what we already do: Better efficiency, more open trade. It's what Ottawa is calling ‘one Canadian economy.' Trevor Tombe is one of Canada's most sought after economists and the go-to expert on interprovincial trade barriers. He talks to host Amanda Lang about how we get there and the winners and losers of cross-Canada trade.

Hub Headlines features audio versions of the best commentaries and analysis published daily in The Hub. Enjoy listening to original and provocative takes on the issues that matter while you are on the go.    0:19 - We're on the verge of a new era for internal trade in Canada—if only the provinces can cooperate, by Trevor Tombe   7:24 - Should Canadians be worried that their retirement depends on America?, by Theo Argitis   This program is narrated by automated voices.      Subscribe to The Hub's podcast feed to get all our best content:   https://tinyurl.com/3a7zpd7e (Apple)   https://tinyurl.com/y8akmfn7 (Spotify)   Watch The Hub on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHubCanada   Get a FREE 3-month trial membership for our premium podcast content: https://thehub.ca/free-trial/   The Hub on X: https://x.com/thehubcanada?lang=en     CREDITS:   Alisha Rao  – Producer & Editor   Ashiqul – Sound Editor   To contact us, sign up for updates, and access transcripts, email support@thehub.ca  

The news cycle never slows down and neither does Hub Hits. Each day we provide you with quick hits on topical stories, big issues and important voices appearing in The Hub. This episode features Trevor Tombe, Hub contributor and professor of economics at the University of Calgary.   The Hub is Canada's fastest growing independent digital news outlet. Subscribe to The Hub's podcast feed to get all our best content: https://tinyurl.com/3a7zpd7e (Apple) https://tinyurl.com/y8akmfn7 (Spotify) Watch a video version on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHubCanada 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: Elia Gross - Producer  Alisha Rao - Sound Editor Rudyard Griffiths - Host

Hub Headlines features audio versions of the best commentaries and analysis published daily in The Hub. Enjoy listening to original and provocative takes on the issues that matter while you are on the go.   0:15 - Why an Alberta Accord makes sense, by Trevor Tombe   7:31 - As Eurovision begins, we must push back on antisemitism's growing appeal—in the arts and everywhere else, by Ariella Kimmel   This program is narrated by automated voices.      Subscribe to The Hub's podcast feed to get all our best content:   https://tinyurl.com/3a7zpd7e (Apple)   https://tinyurl.com/y8akmfn7 (Spotify)   Watch The Hub on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHubCanada   Get a FREE 3-month trial membership for our premium podcast content: https://thehub.ca/free-trial/   The Hub on X: https://x.com/thehubcanada?lang=en     CREDITS:   Alisha Rao  – Producer & Editor   Ashiqul – Sound Editor   To contact us, sign up for updates, and access transcripts, email support@thehub.ca

Can this new parliament bring the change Canadians want? Our post-election panel with Darrell Bricker, Sean Speer, and Trevor Tombe explain.

Is the government asking the tough questions about Canada's regulatory and infrastructure problem? How will we attract the needed investment to counter the Trump tariffs? Trevor Tombe on what Canada must do.

Listen to The Hub's experts daily during the campaign as they unpack the stories making the news during the election. Today's show features Amanda Galbraith, co-founder and partner at Oyster Group, and Trevor Tombe, Hub contributor and professor of economics at The University of Calgary. This program airs daily live on YouTube at 10am ET Monday to Friday. To tune in to the live show visit https://www.youtube.com/@TheHubCanada/live. It is also available on The Hub's YouTube page as an on-demand video. If you have questions or comments you'd like our hosts and guests to take up on the show email livestream@thehub.ca. For more election coverage from The Hub visit www.thehub.ca or subscribe to our free daily election email newsletter at https://thehub.ca/join/. Be sure to subscribe to this channel to get alerts for The Hub's latest election related videos. For more information on The Hub and why it is the fastest growing independent news site in Canada visit https://thehub.ca/about-the-hub/. Thanks for listening!

Hub Headlines features audio versions of the best commentaries and analysis published daily in The Hub. Enjoy listening to original and provocative takes on the issues that matter while you are on the go.   0:18 - Nova Scotia's big trade reform could shake up the country—for the better, by Trevor Tombe   7:27 - Will Trump's tariffs lead to inflation?, by Alicia Planincic   This program is narrated by automated voices. If you enjoy The Hub's podcasts consider subscribing to our weekly email newsletter featuring our best insights and analysis. Free. Cancel anytime. Sign up now at https://thehub.ca/join/.

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Hub Headlines features audio versions of the best commentaries and analysis published daily in The Hub. Enjoy listening to original and provocative takes on the issues that matter while you are on the go.   0:23 - Need to Know: Expecting a balanced budget? Don't—Carney's deficit could be even higher than Trudeau's, by Sean Speer and Trevor Tombe   4:23 - Those cheering on the Liberals' plans for the CBC should think twice, by Peter Menzies   This program is narrated by automated voices. If you enjoy The Hub's podcasts consider subscribing to our weekly email newsletter featuring our best insights and analysis. Free. Cancel anytime. Sign up now at https://thehub.ca/join/.

Hub Headlines features audio versions of the best commentaries and analysis published daily in The Hub. Enjoy listening to original and provocative takes on the issues that matter while you are on the go.   0:19 - Canada's federal deficit is worrying—but it's nowhere near the fiscal crisis the U.S. is facing, by Trevor Tombe   6:50 - Need to Know: No, Canada doesn't need a unity government, by Howard Anglin and David Polansky   This program is narrated by automated voices. If you enjoy The Hub's podcasts consider subscribing to our weekly email newsletter featuring our best insights and analysis. Free. Cancel anytime. Sign up now at https://thehub.ca/join/.

Alberta is back in the red, with the government forecasting a $5.2-billion deficit for Budget 2025 — its first in years. Finance Minister Nate Horner warns the financial picture could worsen, especially if Donald Trump's proposed tariffs take effect. Despite the bleak outlook, the UCP government is introducing a personal income tax cut. Critics argue the budget lacks focus — or a real plan for the worst-case scenario. Host Jim Brown breaks down the numbers with political scientist Lisa Young, former NDP cabinet minister Deron Bilous, and conservative strategist Amber Ruddy. Later, economist Trevor Tombe weighs in on the province's decision to run a deficit rather than balance the budget or reconsider its plans for the Alberta Heritage Savings Trust Fund.

It's less than a week to go before U.S. President Donald Trump has promised to put a 25% tariff on all Canadian goods. After that happens, the Government of Canada will respond with tariffs of our own, and everything on which those tariffs apply will get more expensive.The fears are very real. There are concerns Canada will enter a recession, that the Canadian dollar will take a hit, and that hundreds of thousands of jobs could be on the line. Host David Smith speaks with University of Calgary economist Trevor Tombe about what it could mean for you and for the economy. 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

Join Dave Popowich and Rob Gerrie on More Than Money. They'll talk with economist Trevor Tombe about how interprovincial trade barriers and could be the key to fighting the tariffs. CIBC tax expert Jamie Golombek will talk about how the Canadian government has brought in billions with the proposed capital gains tax changes and they're not yet even law.Also on the show, Funeral Director Teresa Jones will discuss the importance of pre-planning and pre-paying for your funeral and cremation. Tune in for expert insights to help you make informed financial and life decisions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join Dave Popowich and Rob Gerrie on More Than Money. They'll talk with economist Trevor Tombe about how interprovincial trade barriers and could be the key to fighting the tariffs. CIBC tax expert Jamie Golombek will talk about how the Canadian government has brought in billions with the proposed capital gains tax changes and they're not yet even law. Also on the show, Funeral Director Teresa Jones will discuss the importance of pre-planning and pre-paying for your funeral and cremation. Tune in for expert insights to help you make informed financial and life decisions.

Hub Headlines features audio versions of the best commentaries and analysis published daily in The Hub. Enjoy listening to original and provocative takes on the issues that matter while you are on the go.   0:21 - Poilievre's plan to spur interprovincial trade is good—but here's a better one, by Trevor Tombe   6:50 - The critics were wrong about Danielle Smith's Alberta Sovereignty Act, by Geoffrey Sigalet and Jesse Hartery   This program is narrated by automated voices. If you enjoy The Hub's podcasts consider subscribing to our weekly email newsletter featuring our best insights and analysis. Free. Cancel anytime. Sign up now at https://thehub.ca/join/.

Will boycotting American products make Americans feel the heat? Trevor Tombe on what Canada's next move should be in a “performative” trade war.

Hub Headlines features audio versions of the best commentaries and analysis published daily in The Hub. Enjoy listening to original and provocative takes on the issues that matter while you are on the go.   0:20 - There are real limits to what Canada can do in standing up to Trump, by Trevor Tombe   7:18 -  Canada is at a crossroads—will we seize the opportunity to build a better country?, by Richard Rooney   This program is narrated by automated voices. If you enjoy The Hub's podcasts consider subscribing to our weekly email newsletter featuring our best insights and analysis. Free. Cancel anytime. Sign up now at https://thehub.ca/join/.

Trade war, no trade war, trade war, no trade war. On this week's TLDR, economist Trevor Tombe joins the team to talk about a week in geopolitical whiplash, and where it leaves the Canadian economy. Plus, we go deep on one of the internal challenges hobbling our country's economic prospects: interprovincial trade regulations. This episode was hosted by Devin Friedman and business reporter Sarah Rieger. Follow us on other platforms, or subscribe to our weekly newsletter: linkin.bio/tldrThe TLDR Podcast is offered by Wealthsimple Media Inc. and is for informational purposes only. The content in the TLDR Podcast is not investment advice, a recommendation to buy or sell assets or securities, and does not represent the views of Wealthsimple Financial Corp or any of its other subsidiaries or affiliates. Wealthsimple Media Inc. does not endorse any third-party views referenced in this content. More information at wealthsimple.com/tldr.

On this episode of the Energy Security Cubed Podcast, Kelly Ogle and Joe Calnan interview Trevor Tombe about his recent article for The Hub, "Premier Smith is right that restricting oil exports is a bad idea. Here's a better option": https://thehub.ca/2025/01/22/trevor-tombe-premier-smith-is-right-that-restricting-oil-exports-is-a-bad-idea-heres-a-better-option/ // For the intro, Kelly and Joe unpack some articles from leading pro-tariff thinkers influencing the Trump Administration. - Miran: https://www.hudsonbaycapital.com/documents/FG/hudsonbay/research/638199_A_Users_Guide_to_Restructuring_the_Global_Trading_System.pdf - Bessent: https://www.foxnews.com/opinion/scott-bessent-talk-tariffs-its-time-revitalize-alexander-hamiltons-favorite-tool - Pettis: https://www.foreignaffairs.com/united-states/how-tariffs-can-help-america // Guest Bio: - Trevor Tombe is a Professor at the University of Calgary's Department of Economics and the Director of Fiscal and Economic Policy at The School of Public Policy // Host Bio: - Kelly Ogle is Managing Director of the Canadian Global Affairs Institute - Joe Calnan is a Fellow and Energy Security Forum Manager at the Canadian Global Affairs Institute // Reading recommendations: - "Dominion: The Railway and the Rise of Canada", by Stephen Bown: https://www.amazon.ca/Dominion-Railway-Canada-Stephen-Bown/dp/0385698720 // Interview recording Date: January 27, 2025 // Energy Security Cubed is part of the CGAI Podcast Network. Follow the Canadian Global Affairs Institute on Facebook, Twitter (@CAGlobalAffairs), or on LinkedIn. Head over to our website at www.cgai.ca for more commentary. // Produced by Joe Calnan. Music credits to Drew Phillips.

The Herle Burly was created by Air Quotes Media with support from our presenting sponsor TELUS, as well as CN Rail, and TikTok Canada.Alright you curiouser and curiouser Herle Burly-ites! So, we're recording this one on Saturday, January 25th, which means it's “TD minus 7” ... TARIFF DAY minus 7.Canadian leaders have been consumed with how to respond. Taxing or restricting our oil and gas to the U.S., has been suggested, and debated fiercely. Writing last week in The Hub, our guest today says that “makes little economic sense”. He has, what he says, is a “better idea”. Truth-telling economist Trevor Tombe joins us. Trevor is based out west, he's a Professor of Economics at the University of Calgary, and the Director of Fiscal and Economic Policy at The School of Public Policy. His research explores a broad set of topics, including international trade, public finances and fiscal federalism. He's a regular contributor to the very excellent “The Hub.ca” and comments widely on the economy across various media.So, it's “Trade and Tariffs Day” today on the pod. What the hell is about to happen to the Canadian economy? What's going to hurt? And how can we help ourselves?Thank you for joining us on #TheHerleBurly podcast. Please take a moment to give us a rating and review on iTunes, Spotify, or your favourite podcast app.Watch episodes of The Herle Burly via Air Quotes Media on YouTube.

Donald Trump is officially the President of the United States again, and his 'america first' approach to politics and threat of tariffs on Canadian goods mean that Canada has entered an era of trade uncertainty with it's largest economic partner. The impacts of tariffs on Canada-U.S. trade would be profound on both sides of the border, but how would they affect Albertans in their daily lives? What would become more expensive? Where would we see job losses? What industries would be hit the hardest? To help give our listeners a clearer picture of the possible outcomes, Scott Crockatt invited BCA Director of Policy Alicia Planincic and Trevor Tombe, Director of Fiscal and Economic Policy at The University of Calgarys's School of Public Policy, onto The Brief to break down what could happen and what it could mean for Alberta businesses and households. In this episode: Trump's approach to trade and diplomacy What is a tariff and how does it work? What is a 'trade deficit,' and is the U.S. really 'subsidizing' Canada? The 'nuclear option' - oil and energy export ban Industries at risk and where we may see job losses --------------------- About The Business Council of Alberta The Business Council of Alberta was founded on a simple idea: to make life better for all Albertans. We believe that business has an important role in improving society, and that when business does well, we all do well. We work with the chief executives and leading entrepreneurs of Alberta's largest enterprises to understand the big, long-term challenges that Albertans are facing and work with industry, government, and civil society to solve these problems and build shared prosperity for every person who calls Alberta home. Check out more of our recent work: https://bit.ly/3JG9ifS Check out recent episodes of AlbertaBETTER: https://bit.ly/3bHlfFB Subscribe to our monthly newsletter: https://bit.ly/3BPxDhv Follow us on social media: Twitter: https://bit.ly/3P7pgB0 Facebook: https://bit.ly/3Qx6B2J LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3QaetHE YouTube: https://bit.ly/3QswqAV

Hub Headlines features audio versions of the best commentaries and analysis published daily in The Hub. Enjoy listening to original and provocative takes on the issues that matter while you are on the go.   0:22 - Premier Smith is right that restricting oil exports is a bad idea. Here's a better option, by Trevor Tombe   9:20 -  The courts must stay out of the politics of prorogation, by Howard Anglin   This program is narrated by automated voices. If you enjoy The Hub's podcasts consider subscribing to our weekly email newsletter featuring our best insights and analysis. Free. Cancel anytime. Sign up now at https://thehub.ca/join/.

Donald Trump is headed back to the White House on Monday, meaning his tariff threats could become a reality and wreak havoc on the Canadian economy. So what's Canada's opening move if Trump charges forward? Host Catherine Cullen checks in with premiers at their important meeting in Ottawa this week to strategize a response, but not everyone is on the same page. Canada's ambassador to the U.S. joins the show to discuss the federal government's plan, and an economics professor explains which provinces are the most at risk.Next, an author and staff writer for The Atlantic explains why, of all the policies Trump has flirted with over the years, the incoming president is so wedded to the idea of tariffs and how Canada should prepare itself for a possible trade war.Finally, as more candidates step up or step back from the Liberal leadership race, two Parliament Hill watchers break down the contest so far and the questions the candidates will need to address.This episode features the voices of:Ranj Pillai, Premier of YukonScott Moe, Premier of SaskatchewanWab Kinew, Premier of ManitobaKirsten Hillman, Canada's ambassador to the United States.Trevor Tombe, economics professor at the University of CalgaryDavid Frum, staff writer with The AtlanticTonda MacCharles, Ottawa bureau chief for the Toronto StarChristopher Nardi, parliamentary reporter for the National Post

Join Faisal Karmali and Leanna Wachniak on More Than Money as they talk to Trevor Tombe, Professor of Economics, University of Calgary & Research Fellow at the School of Public Policy, about the proposed Alberta Pension Plan: will it ever get off the ground? Also on the show, Raj Tandon, Founding Partner, Algonquin Capital, talks about what he foresees happening in the fixed income market in 2025. And Dr. Jack M. Mintz, Senior Fellow of the C.D. Howe Institute, discusses the capital gains tax and how recent changes could harm economic growth and innovation.

Join Faisal Karmali and Leanna Wachniak on More Than Money as they talk to Trevor Tombe, Professor of Economics, University of Calgary & Research Fellow at the School of Public Policy, about the proposed Alberta Pension Plan: will it ever get off the ground?Also on the show, Raj Tandon, Founding Partner, Algonquin Capital, talks about what he foresees happening in the fixed income market in 2025. And Dr. Jack M. Mintz, Senior Fellow of the C.D. Howe Institute, discusses the capital gains tax and how recent changes could harm economic growth and innovation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After catching you up on the news of the week in business in The Briefs, Amanda Lang speaks with Duke Change, CEO of Canada Helps, to hear about the unexpected impact the recent Canada Post work stoppage had on charities who rely on mailed cheques from donors every holiday season. The loonie has sold off heavily in recent months, touching as low as 66 cents US at one point in December. Amanda Lang speaks with Charles St-Arnaud, chief economist at Alberta Central, and Trevor Tombe, an economist at the University of Calgary for their thoughts on what the loonie’s weakness means in the scheme of things, and how Canadian consumers and businesses should plan to deal with the currency. Amanda Lang speaks with Dillon Baxter, the CEO of PlantSwitch, about his company’s promising new technology for environmentally friendly and biodegradable cutlery and packaging. And in her Takeaway, Amanda says the apparent demise of the Net Zero Banking Alliance feels all too predictable given the current political climate, and serves as a reminder of the dangers of asking corporations to get out in front of always shifting political winds.

On this special episode of the Energy Security Cubed Podcast, Kelly Ogle and Joe Calnan discuss major events in global and Canadian energy security in 2024, and what to watch for into the future. // Donate to CGAI here: https://buy.stripe.com/28o29deEmeCH1ck8ww // Guests: 10:31 - Dr. Ilia Bouchouev, former President of Koch Global Partners and an adjunct Professor at New York University. 17:05 - Jakob Larsen, Head of Maritime Safety & Security at international shipping association BIMCO. 22:51 - Trevor Tombe, Professor of Economics at the University of Calgary. Find Trevor's article for The Hub here: https://thehub.ca/2024/04/30/trevor-tombe-the-trans-mountain-pipeline-was-worth-every-penny/ 30:11 - Scott Kennedy, Trustee Chair in Chinese Business and Economics at the Center for Strategic and International Studies 40:26 - RJ Johnston, Senior Director of Research at Columbia University's Center on Global Energy Policy 47:45 - Dan Ujczo, senior counsel in the International Trade and Transportation practice groups at Thompson Hine LLP. // - Kelly Ogle is CEO of the Canadian Global Affairs Institute. - Joe Calnan is a Fellow and Energy Security Forum Manager at the Canadian Global Affairs Institute. // What did Joe read in 2024? - "War and Peace", Leo Tolstoy: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/656.War_and_Peace - "The Face of Battle: A Study of Agincourt, Waterloo, and the Somme", by John Keegan: https://www.amazon.com/Face-Battle-Study-Agincourt-Waterloo/dp/0140048979 - "Slow Horses", Mick Herron: https://www.amazon.ca/Slow-Horses-Deluxe-Mick-Herron/dp/1641292970 // What did Kelly read in 2024? - "The Porcelain Moon: A Novel of France, the Great War, and Forbidden Love" by Janie Chang: https://www.amazon.com/Porcelain-Moon-Novel-France-Forbidden/dp/0063072866 - "Ascent to Power: How Truman Emerged from Roosevelt's Shadow and Remade the World", by David L. Roll: https://www.amazon.com/Ascent-Power-Truman-Emerged-Roosevelts/dp/0593186443 - "Takeover: Hitler's Final Rise to Power", by Timothy W. Ryback: https://www.amazon.com/Takeover-Hitlers-Final-Rise-Power/dp/0593537424 // Interview recording Date: December 31, 2024 // Energy Security Cubed is part of the CGAI Podcast Network. Follow the Canadian Global Affairs Institute on Facebook, Twitter (@CAGlobalAffairs), or on LinkedIn. Head over to our website at www.cgai.ca for more commentary. // Produced by Joe Calnan. Music credits to Drew Phillips.

Justin Trudeau's on his way out. Donald Trump's on his way in. Alberta's headed toward deficit territory, and consumers across Canada are looking at higher prices for pretty much everything in 2025. We don't mean to bum you out, but we want you to be prepared. Look no further than this Real Talk Round Table with three of the sharpest knives in the drawer.  3:10 | Economics professor Trevor Tombe, Canadian Chamber of Commerce CEO Candace Laing, and Alberta Chambers of Commerce CEO Shauna Feth give us their frank assessment of the year ahead. CHECK OUT ALBERTA CHAMBERS of COMMERCE: https://www.abchamber.ca/ 36:50 | How could Donald Trump's tariffs impact Canadian producers, entrepreneurs, and consumers? Our panel lays it out before pitching a solution to potential economic woes.  1:04:55 | Did you see the hilarious holiday roast delivered in the House of Commons by MP Darren Fisher? HILARIOUS.  1:08:45 | Chrystia Freeland's publisher is bumping up the date of her book release. Instead of February, it'll now be available in time for Christmas. A coincidence? Jespo and Johnny discuss. 1:22:45 | QUALIFY TO WIN OILERS / MAPLE LEAFS TICKETS: register for the Real Talk Pond Hockey Classic before January 1! DETAILS: https://www.ryanjespersen.com/pond-hockey EMAIL THE SHOW: talk@ryanjespersen.com  FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK, X, & INSTAGRAM: @realtalkrj JOIN US ON FACEBOOK & LINKEDIN: @ryanjespersen  REAL TALK MERCH: https://ryanjespersen.com/merch RECEIVE EXCLUSIVE PERKS - BECOME A REAL TALK PATRON: patreon.com/ryanjespersen THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS! https://ryanjespersen.com/sponsors The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Relay Communications Group Inc. or any affiliates.

Hub Headlines features audio versions of the best commentaries and analysis published daily in The Hub. Enjoy listening to original and provocative takes on the issues that matter while you are on the go.   0:20 - What do Trump's threats mean for working Canadians? 2.4 million jobs are exposed to U.S. tariffs, by Trevor Tombe   6:30 - The provinces are losing ground to federal priorities in immigration, by Alicia Planincic   This program is narrated by automated voices. If you enjoy The Hub's podcasts consider subscribing to our weekly email newsletter featuring our best insights and analysis. Free. Cancel anytime. Sign up now at https://thehub.ca/join/.

Hub Headlines features audio versions of the best commentaries and analysis published daily in The Hub. Enjoy listening to original and provocative takes on the issues that matter while you are on the go.   0:50 - What Trump's tax plan means for Canada, by Trevor Tombe   7:38 -  Canada's economic future is not looking bright. We should not take this lightly, by Alicia Planincic   This program is narrated by automated voices. If you enjoy The Hub's podcasts consider subscribing to our weekly email newsletter featuring our best insights and analysis. Free. Cancel anytime. Sign up now at https://thehub.ca/join/.  

Hub Headlines features audio versions of the best commentaries and analysis published daily in The Hub. Enjoy listening to original and provocative takes on the issues that matter while you are on the go.   1:50 -  ‘Challenges, but also opportunities': The Hub reacts to what Trump's dramatic victory means for Canada, by Trevor Tombe, Sean Speer and other contributors   7:04 - Canada can't afford to fail its skilled immigrants, by Claudia Hepburn   This program is narrated by automated voices. If you enjoy The Hub's podcasts consider subscribing to our weekly email newsletter featuring our best insights and analysis. Free. Cancel anytime. Sign up now at https://thehub.ca/join/.

Hub Headlines features audio versions of the best commentaries and analysis published daily in The Hub. Enjoy listening to original and provocative takes on the issues that matter while you are on the go. 0:51 - What Canada can learn from Irish prosperity, by Trevor Tombe 8:27 - The Trudeau government's newest intrusion into newsrooms is another nail in the industry's coffin, by Peter Menzies This program is narrated by automated voices. If you enjoy The Hub's podcasts consider subscribing to our weekly email newsletter featuring our best insights and analysis. Free. Cancel anytime. Sign up now at https://thehub.ca/join/. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hub Headlines features audio versions of the best commentaries and analysis published daily in The Hub. Enjoy listening to original and provocative takes on the issues that matter while you are on the go. 0:47 - Interest rates may be on the decline, but the pain of high interest rates is going to last for a while, by Trevor Tombe 7:16 - Canada's urban rail construction costs are soaring. But how do we compare to other countries, by Alicia Planincic This program is narrated by automated voices. If you enjoy The Hub's podcasts consider subscribing to our weekly email newsletter featuring our best insights and analysis. Free. Cancel anytime. Sign up now at https://thehub.ca/join/. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hub Headlines features audio versions of the best commentaries and analysis published daily in The Hub. Enjoy listening to original and provocative takes on the issues that matter while you are on the go.0:39 - Why boosting old age security would be a costly mistake, by Trevor Tombe 6:23 - Canada can no longer afford to ignore its ‘soft corruption' problem, by Eric Lombardi This program is narrated by automated voices. If you enjoy The Hub's podcasts consider subscribing to our weekly email newsletter featuring our best insights and analysis. Free. Cancel anytime. Sign up now at https://thehub.ca/join/. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hub Headlines features audio versions of the best commentaries and analysis published daily in The Hub. Enjoy listening to original and provocative takes on the issues that matter while you are on the go. 0:37 - Provincial finances are in worse shape than the PBO suggests, by Trevor Tombe 8:08 - It's time for Alberta's conservatives to move on from Ralph Klein's only bad legacy, by Brad Tennant This program is narrated by automated voices. If you enjoy The Hub's podcasts consider subscribing to our weekly email newsletter featuring our best insights and analysis. Free. Cancel anytime. Sign up now at https://thehub.ca/join/. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Publisher Rudyard Griffiths and Editor-at-Large Sean Speer discuss the NDP's withdrawal of the supply and confidence deal with the Liberals, the party's potential reasoning behind this decision, and possible consequences in the next election. They also discuss Trevor Tombe's recent commentary on Canada's extremely troubling economic gap with the U.S., as well as Scotiabank's decision to remove its name on the prestigious Giller Prize due to anti-Israel pressure.The Roundtable features The Hub's publisher, Rudyard Griffiths and editor-at-large, Sean Speer. The Roundtable is produced and edited by The Hub's content editor, Amal Attar-Guzman.If you liked what you heard in the first half of the program and wish to subscribe to full-length editions of The Roundtable please consider becoming a Hub Hero (https://thehub.ca/join/hero/). Hub Heroes also gets our premium paid newsletters featuring our best insight and analysis along with all our paid content on TheHub.ca. All these benefits are conferred for one year. Sign up now! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Greg Brady focuses in on bargaining talks breaking down between the Toronto Police Association and the Toronto Police Services Board, moving the negotiation process to binding interest arbitration.. what's the ask by police and why can't the two come to an agreement? We ask Hank Idsinga, 640 Toronto's Crime Specialist and former police inspector. Next, Trevor Tombe, Professor at the University of Calgary's Department of Economics and contributor to The Hub, and we're talking about how Canada's economic gap with the U.S reaches a new record – and it's not a good one. Lastly, Laryssa Waler, Strategist and Founder of Henley Strategies and we were talking about the fallout of NDP leader Jagmeet Singh ending the supply-and-confidence deal with the Liberals.. will this move signal an election?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hub Headlines features audio versions of the best commentaries and analysis published daily in The Hub. Enjoy listening to original and provocative takes on the issues that matter while you are on the go. 0:18 - The Great Divergence: Canada's economic gap with the U.S. reaches a new record, by Trevor Tombe 6:52 - What should a Conservative climate policy look like? Hopefully Alberta's, by Heather Exner-Pirot This program is narrated by automated voices. If you enjoy The Hub's podcasts consider subscribing to our weekly email newsletter featuring our best insights and analysis. Free. Cancel anytime. Sign up now at https://thehub.ca/join/. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hub Headlines features audio versions of the best commentaries and analysis published daily in The Hub. Enjoy listening to original and provocative takes on the issues that matter while you are on the go. 0:19 - Canadians are paying billions in hidden taxes on new homes, by Trevor Tombe 6:48 - Widespread deregulation is Canada's golden ticket for economic growth, by Stephen Staley This program is narrated by automated voices. If you enjoy The Hub's podcasts consider subscribing to our weekly email newsletter featuring our best insights and analysis. Free. Cancel anytime. Sign up now at https://thehub.ca/join/. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

University of Calgary economist and regular Hub contributor discusses his recent article for The Hub on case for an ambitious tax reform agenda to make Canada's tax system fairer, simpler and more efficient. The Hub Dialogues features The Hub's editor-at-large, Sean Speer, in conversation with leading entrepreneurs, policymakers, scholars, and thinkers on the issues and challenges that will shape Canada's future at home and abroad.If you like what you are hearing on Hub Dialogues consider subscribing to The Hub's free weekly email newsletter featuring our insights and analysis on key public policy issues. Sign up here: https://thehub.ca/free-member-sign-up/. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hub Headlines features audio versions of the best commentaries and analysis published daily in The Hub. Enjoy listening to original and provocative takes on the issues that matter while you are on the go. 0:21 - Ontario can easily add $4 billion a year to its economy—and all it takes is playing nice with the Western provinces, by Trevor Tombe 7:32 - Neoliberalism is dead. Long live neoliberalism, by Sean Speer If you enjoy The Hub's podcasts consider subscribing to our weekly email newsletter featuring our best insights and analysis. Free. Cancel anytime. Sign up now at https://thehub.ca/join/. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hub Headlines features audio versions of the best commentaries and analysis published daily in The Hub. Enjoy listening to original and provocative takes on the issues that matter while you are on the go. 0:18 - It's time for a (new) New Deal for provinces, by Trevor Tombe 9:37 - Decolonization is colonial, by Karen Restoule If you enjoy The Hub's podcasts consider subscribing to our weekly email newsletter featuring our best insights and analysis. Free. Cancel anytime. Sign up now at https://thehub.ca/join/. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

University of Calgary economist and regular Hub contributor Trevor Tombe discusses his latest article on the difference between inflation growth and price levels and how certain goods such as food and housing have faced far faster price inflation than the rest of the economy. The Hub Dialogues features The Hub's editor-at-large, Sean Speer, in conversation with leading entrepreneurs, policymakers, scholars, and thinkers on the issues and challenges that will shape Canada's future at home and abroad.If you like what you are hearing on Hub Dialogues consider subscribing to The Hub's free weekly email newsletter featuring our insights and analysis on key public policy issues. Sign up here: https://thehub.ca/free-member-sign-up/. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hub Headlines features audio versions of the best commentaries and analysis published daily in The Hub. Enjoy listening to original and provocative takes on the issues that matter while you are on the go. 0:21 - The experts who downplay affordability issues are wrong. You're right to be worried about the pinch, by Trevor Tombe 5:36 - The behind-the-scenes battle for Google's media money is heating up, by Michael Geist If you enjoy The Hub's podcasts consider subscribing to our weekly email newsletter featuring our best insights and analysis. Free. Cancel anytime. Sign up now at https://thehub.ca/free-member-sign-up/. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Mike on the degenerate level of public debate. University of Calgary ace economist Trevor Tombe on why we should care about the fall in GDP per capita, the TMX pipeline, and the capital gains hike. And a Goofy that says the rampant antisemitism is an attack not just on Jews but the soul and character of Canada itself.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.