Mickey Djuric

Mickey Djuric, a political journalist known for her incisive insights on parliamentary affairs, joins Sam Konnert to dissect a tumultuous autumn season in Canadian politics. They explore Canada's recognition of Palestine and the potential diplomatic fallout. The conversation delves into the pressure mounting on Prime Minister Mark Carney, who must now produce tangible results, particularly with an impending budget focusing on the deficit. Djuric also addresses cabinet changes and the implications of new hate-symbol laws.

Mickey Djuric, a reporter for Politico Canada and host of Playbook Canada, dives into the political imbroglio surrounding Doug Ford's controversial Reagan ad that disrupted U.S.-Canada trade negotiations. They explore how Ford's toast to 'Captain Canada' plays on American media, questioning if it's a clever ruse or a distraction from his governance issues. Mickey also examines why many Ontarians support Ford despite provincial challenges and discusses the striking difference in coverage between Fox and Sportsnet during the World Series.

Mickey Djuric, a Politico Canada reporter and co-host of the Playbook Canada newsletter, dives into Mark Carney's vision for a self-sufficient Canadian economy. They discuss the dominance of trade news over tech and clean energy initiatives. Mickey highlights the potential of AI investments and the need for a clean electricity strategy to support tech infrastructure. They also touch on the talent strategy to combat brain drain and explore how Canada can redefine its economy amidst geopolitical shifts and leadership challenges within the Conservative Party.