This week, the fallout from U.S. tariffs has left thousands of Canadians unemployed, prompting a shift in political strategies. The discussion dives into how political campaigns are adapting, particularly as they engage younger voters. Analyzing recent rallies reveals their potential to sway voter behavior and reflect social divides. Delving deeper, the provocative notion of Western secession emerges, echoing past tensions in Canada. The NDP faces challenges during these economic times, reinforcing the need for effective strategies to resonate with the electorate.

Listeners share their expectations for political parties as the campaign heats up. There's discussion on the confusion surrounding recent tariff changes and their impact on Canada. A humorous mix-up sheds light on the importance of audience feedback. The conversation spans critical issues like housing, military spending, and the need for self-reliance with new pipeline projects. The dialogue emphasizes the interconnectedness of military and political challenges, reflecting the electorate's demand for effective governance.

The Conservatives lead collapsed and they are divided. The Liberals stumble over a candidate. Social media stories that don't make the news.

The Conservatives lead collapsed and they are divided. The Liberals stumble over a candidate. Social media stories that don't make the news.

Retired Lt Col Alexander Vindman gives us his sense of developments between Trump & Putin. Then Janice Stein gives us her take.

It was bad enough last week when Doug Ford told Pierre Poilievre he didn't have time to campaign for him.  But now Ford's top strategist says Poilievre is heading for defeat unless he changes his campaign. And he has the polls to back that up. What's really happening -- Chantal Hebert and Rob Russo have their say.  

Every week we get lots of letters but none more so than this week.  We've had so many emails from coast to coast to coast with your concerns that we have enough for a few weeks on this issue.  Plus the Random Ranter is here with his thoughts on a certain Premier -- Danielle Smith in Alberta.

Encore episode. As the candidates scramble around the country, they have five weeks to impress voters.  And while it's a national election it's received interest on an international scale.  How much of that interest also involves interference?  More than most Canadians suspect according to our regular guest, Dr Janice Stein of the University of Toronto's Munk School.

It's only been 48 hours and opening impressions rarely last long, but what about these?  How damaging was Danielle Smith's US interview to Pierre Poilievre?  Bruce Anderson and Fred DeLorey are here with their spin.   

As the candidates scramble around the country, they have five weeks to impress voters.  And while its a national election its received interest on an international scale.  How much of that interest also involves interference?  More than most Canadians suspect according to our regular Monday guest, Dr Janice Stein of the University of Toronto's Munk School.