The Big Five Podcast Magical thinking and extraterrestrials: Tales from the campaign trail.
Apr 23, 2025
Joining the discussion are Dan Delmar, co-founder of TNKR Media and political commentator, and Justine McIntyre, a strategic consultant and former city councillor. They dive into the Conservative party's bold platform, promising significant tax cuts amidst a looming deficit. The conversation takes a quirky turn with a People's Party candidate claiming extraterrestrial origins, raising eyebrows about unconventional political beliefs. They also tackle the debate over banning cell phones in schools, emphasizing the need for better social interactions among students.
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Magical Thinking in Party Budgets
- Both the Conservative and Liberal platforms involve unrealistic assumptions about economic growth and spending cuts.
- Voters must decide whose fiscal projections they trust more despite inherent "magical thinking."
Differing Economic Outlooks
- Mark Carney views the Liberal plan as cautious and injecting needed funds to support the economy.
- Conservatives propose deregulation and tax cuts which may be ill-timed in the current economic climate.
Regulation vs Growth Debate
- Deregulation and removing carbon tax may risk signaling the wrong environmental message.
- The economic path of the US, favored by Conservatives, shows stronger growth than Europe's regulated approach but isn't guaranteed.