Hub Podcasts Should conservatives even bother appearing on mainstream media?
May 8, 2025
Eli Cantin-Nantel, The Hub's Ottawa correspondent, discusses the challenges conservatives face in engaging with mainstream media. He critiques Pierre Poilievre’s media strategy and its potential impact on voter support. The conversation also delves into the CBC's mishaps in fact-checking Indigenous issues, emphasizing the importance of accountability. Additionally, they explore the interplay of social media with political communication, illustrating how evolving media strategies can reshape public dialogue and conservative representation.
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Conservative Media Avoidance Hurts
- Conservatives missed an opportunity by avoiding legacy and independent media during the election.
- Limited media access caused voters to only see caricatures instead of the true conservative team.
Engage Diverse Media Fearlessly
- Conservative leaders should engage across diverse media, including tough interviews and long-form podcasts.
- Avoiding difficult questions creates the impression of fear and weakens public perception.
Partial Media Engagement Fails
- Avoiding legacy media is risky unless conservatives fully commit to independent media.
- Partial engagement only weakens credibility and fails to reach broader audiences.