Canadians are feeling the pinch at the grocery store, as major chains like Loblaws face backlash for overcharging on meat products. New travel regulations are adding to the burden, requiring an Electronic Travel Authorization for those heading to the UK. The discussion also delves into Canada's shifting economic ties with China amidst U.S. tariffs, and the Liberal Party's moves to secure voting processes against foreign interference. Meanwhile, TikTok's potential ban in the U.S. continues to stir legal debates.

Randall Bartlett, Senior Director of Canadian Economics at Desjardins, offers sharp insights on the looming economic challenges posed by Trump’s potential tariffs on Canada. The conversation dives into the implications for U.S.-Canada relations and touches on interest rate shifts in Canada. Also thrillingly explored is Aspect Biosystems, a B.C. startup innovating diabetes treatment with 3D printing technology, which could revolutionize how the disease is managed, moving beyond traditional insulin injections.

Political turbulence looms as the Prime Minister faces declining approval ratings and pressure to resign. Scotiabank pivots from its Latin American endeavors, aiming for expansion closer to home. The podcast also explores market dynamics, including a significant U.S. acquisition by Scotiabank and Barrick Gold's challenges in Mali. Exciting innovations unfold too, like John Deere's advancements in autonomous farming and the merging of Fubo TV and Disney, reshaping the landscape of entertainment.

In February, Canadian Paul Krusky was detained in France on drug and money laundering charges related to the encryption software EncroChat. Krusky’s lawyer has told the Globe and Mail, “The story that was constructed by the police to get him in jail is cracking.” Oura’s smart rings have become one of the most successful gadgets of 2024. 

With all eyes glued to the drama on Parliament Hill this week, you may have missed that the feds announced new plans for border security, money laundering, and Chinese tariffs. In Toronto this year, nearly 15% of all shooting incidents were related to the tow truck industry. 

We woke up yesterday expecting a simple fall economic statement. Instead, we got chaos. The Canada Post strike, by the numbers: 29 days spent on the picket line, about 15 million parcel deliveries lost, and an estimated $1.6 billion hit to small businesses. 

Elon Musk’s brain chip company is ready to crack open some Canadian skulls (in a good way). If you’ve been kicking the tires on a new business idea, now might be the time to take a crack at it. 

North Vancouver RCMP revealed it had thwarted an attempted heist of $12,800 worth of cheese at a grocery store. It’s the latest in a string of high-profile dairy-based robberies.   Nuclear reactors could be the next big Canadian export alongside maple syrup and movie stars named Ryan. 

The days of podcasts being an audio-only medium are long gone. And Spotify knows it. Like graphic tees and bucket hats, nuclear power is back as countries look to meet rising energy demand, boost energy independence, and move to low-emission power sources. 

For the second time in less than three months, Ottawa is stepping in to stop a pair of potentially catastrophic strikes. Canadian hydro exports are running drier than our mouths after a high-stakes presentation.