

Michael Campbell's Money Talks
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Money Talks tackles everything to do with investing, markets, the economy and your money. How to make it, how to spend it, how to grow it, and how to avoid letting it get away. Well-connected, articulate and knowledgeable, Michael Campbell is one of Canada’s most respected business analysts. From real estate to the stock market, from interest rates to currencies - plus a dash of current affairs and the odd critique of economically illiterate and illiberal governments.
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Sep 13, 2025 • 1h 21min
September 13 Episode
Vision Capital’s Jeff Olin joins Mike to share more strategies for growing your wealth with real estate. From hidden value in REITs and data centers to grocery-anchored retail opportunities, discover where disciplined investors are finding returns. Kim Moody - tax expert and Financial Post contributor - drops by to talk CRA inefficiency, bloated laws, and the lack of federal budget accountability. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 6, 2025 • 1h 16min
September 6 Episode
Mike breaks down the consequences of government intervention in the economy, and which policies attract real investment. Insightful perspectives from Greg Weldon on recession fears, and the evolving roles of gold and crypto. David Morgan on potential further gains in silver and rare earth metals. Rob Levy of Border Gold drops by with some critical updates, plus Ozzie, Victor, stats, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 30, 2025 • 1h 1min
August 30 Episode
The University of Toronto’s Joseph Steinberg takes a hard look at government policies that are failing everyday people. It’s a no-holds-barred look at the self-inflicted challenges weighing down Canadians—and what needs to change. Michael Levy unpacks the surprisingly strong performance of Canadian banks. Ozzie dives into the BC NDP’s ongoing blunders, and the latest political shakeups from Donald Trump. Plus, a Shocking Stat, a Goofy Award, and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 23, 2025 • 1h 12min
August 23 Episode
Mike shares a provocative take on the real forces behind Canadian politics. Mining industry veteran Jeff Stibbard weighs in on whether Prime Minister Mark Carney truly backs resource development. Ryan Irvine of Keystone Financial reveals fresh stock picks, and a Goofy Award highlighting the absurdity surrounding the Alberta by-election.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 16, 2025 • 1h 1min
August 16 Episode
Mike highlights the alarming implications of the Cowichan Tribes v. Canada court case on private property rights, joined by former B.C. Chief Treaty Negotiator Robin Junger. Barry Penner, Chair of the Energy Futures Institute joins Mike to reveal the challenges and impracticalities of the current electric vehicle mandates. Plus, Canada's largest film festival capitulates to antisemitic pressure. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 9, 2025 • 1h 18min
August 9 Episode
Mike discusses the consequences of emotional immaturity in response to the recent trade talks. Patrick Ceresna offers terrific insights on what investors should be doing in the markets right now. Garibaldi Capital Advisors CEO and tech expert Brent Holiday weighs in on who’s likely to win the AI race, while Rob Levy of Border Gold unpacks a major shift in the gold market.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 2, 2025 • 54min
August 2 Episode
Aaron Dunn joins Mike to update some of his previous stock picks (tell me you bought Microsoft when he told us to in 2020!), as well as some brand new ideas on the riskier end of the spectrum. Victor Adair is making money at the Trading Desk in the dog days of summer, a George Orwell quote perfect for 2026, and Mike wonders if Carney voters are happy with the results so far. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 26, 2025 • 1h 13min
July 26 Episode
Mike poses a tough question: "Are we really ready to give up our independence to join the EU?" Dr. Chris Keefer of Canadians for Nuclear Energy explores Canada’s major opportunity in nuclear energy — will we seize it? Martin Straith of The Trend Letter shares that his stocks from the Outlook Conference are already up an impressive 44 per cent on average. What’s next for the markets? Plus: A look at the "Long Ballot Committee" — a ridiculous and troubling attack on democracy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 19, 2025 • 1h 6min
July 19 Episode
Mike asks: What exactly did Liberal supporters vote for? A compelling interview with Heather Exner-Pirot explores why more pipelines need to—and will—be built. In our Quote of the Week, Elon Musk gets a sharp reminder of political reality. The Goofy Award takes aim at Mark Carney’s disclosure statement. Plus, insights from Ozzie, Victor, Michael Levy, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 11, 2025 • 59min
July 12 Episode
Mike says it's time to put an end to waste and inefficiency before the government takes on even more. Don Vialoux offers a roadmap for when to sell and when to buy. Mike Levy highlights top-performing investments, plus Ozzie, Victor, a Shocking Stat and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.