Justine McIntyre

Join Anthony Koch, a former national spokesperson for Pierre Poilievre, and Justine McIntyre, a strategic consultant and ex-city councillor, as they dive into the shifting sentiments of young Quebecers leaning towards sovereignty—56% of those aged 18-34 support independence! They also discuss the challenges of political accountability in light of protests and how loyalty reward programs can be frustrating for consumers. Plus, an amazing 18-year-old tennis player, Victoria Mboko, steals the spotlight with her incredible victory over a Grand Slam champion!

Neil Drabkin, a seasoned lawyer and political commentator, joins Justine McIntyre, former city councillor and strategic consultant, for a gripping discussion. They dive into the recent acquittal of the 2018 Canada world junior hockey team members, exploring its implications on hockey culture and accountability in sports. The conversation then shifts to potential public sector job cuts in Ottawa, with the duo analyzing how cost-saving measures could affect nearly 60,000 positions. Their insights reveal the complexities of these pressing societal issues.

Andrew Caddell, a town councillor in Kamouraska and linguistic policy advocate, joins Justine McIntyre, a strategic consultant and former city councillor, to dive into the complexities of Canada-U.S. relations. They discuss how Canadians are perceived as 'nasty' by U.S. officials, impacting trade and tourism. The conversation also touches on the dramatic rise in candidates for a federal by-election in Alberta and the controversial one-day sentence for a Quebec woman involved with ISIS, raising significant questions about justice in terrorism.

Justine McIntyre, a strategic consultant and former city councillor, joins Paul Gott, lead singer of punk rock band the Ripcordz and a Concordia journalism professor. They discuss the emergence of a new political party in Montreal and its potential impact on the local elections. The conversation shifts to a controversial call for reduced immigration amidst current political tensions and housing concerns. The hosts also reflect on the complexities of Canadian sentiments towards U.S. politics, punctuated by a humorous take on shower habits.

Justine McIntyre, a strategic consultant and former city councillor, teams up with Raphaël Melançon, a political analyst for Noovo and CTV Montreal News, to delve into Canada's looming budget cuts and potential tax hikes. They analyze the government's push for savings amidst rising deficits and discuss implications for federal services. The conversation takes a somber turn with stories of Canadians detained by ICE, exploring the complexities of immigration challenges and their impact on personal freedom and perceptions of Canada abroad.