John Ibbitson, a seasoned columnist for The Globe and Mail, dives deep into the turmoil facing Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and the Liberal Party. He sheds light on Chrystia Freeland's resignation and the ensuing power struggles. The discussion covers a shocking $20 billion budget deficit from the Fall Economic Statement, raising red flags about Canada’s fiscal future. Ibbitson also explores the implications of recent by-election losses and strategies the Liberals might adopt as they gear up for the 2025 elections.

John Ibbitson, Author and Globe and Mail writer, discusses his new book about the rivalry between Diefenbaker and Pearson and its impact on modern Canada. Topics include the controversies surrounding the Trans-Canada Pipeline, Pearson's strengths and shortcomings, the influence of the suburban middle class, and the Harper-Diefenbaker political rivalry.

John Ibbitson, bestselling author and Globe and Mail writer-at-large, discusses his new book on the political careers of Diefenbaker and Pearson, their differing loyalties, and how they reacted to the changing landscape of Canada. The podcast explores the motivation behind writing the book, the unreliable nature of some individuals' storytelling, the genuine populism of Diefenbaker, the myths surrounding the cancellation of the Avro era, and the recent controversy surrounding interest rates in Canada.

John Ibbitson, Globe & Mail columnist and best-selling author, discusses his new book on John Diefenbaker and Lester B. Pearson. Topics include Diefenbaker's unfairly negative portrayal, Pearson's academic influence on his politics, Pearson's journey to Prime Minister, his role in shaping the modern welfare state, surprising insights about Diefenbaker's personal life, and hidden decisions behind the Avro Arrow program termination.

John Ibbitson, a seasoned reporter and columnist for The Globe and Mail, joins health reporter Kelly Grant to discuss their book, ‘A Nation's Paper.’ They delve into the newspaper's 180-year influence on Canada’s history, highlighting its pioneering coverage from the 1918 Spanish flu to the COVID-19 pandemic. They reflect on the challenges of media representation during crises and the evolving societal perceptions of immigration. Their engaging insights reveal the complex relationship between journalism and the Canadian narrative.