"I voted for the government, not the budget" 

We do a deep dive with Green Party Leader Elizabeth May on her decision to vote yes on the budget, her experience negotiating with the Prime Minister and her feelings towards other party leaders! 

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Was this budget a fiscal or political move? What can we expect to see impact our lives? Will we be going into a christmas election this year?

We break down budget 2025 with Althia Raj, Ottawa Bureau Chief for the Toronto Star. 

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Lainey Lui, Founder and Editor of LaineyGossip.com and a Senior Correspondent on Etalk, delves into the fascinating dynamics of the relationship between Justin Trudeau and Katy Perry. The conversation explores how their unexpected pairing has captivated international audiences, examining the intersection of celebrity and politics, and the strategic choreography behind their public appearances. Lainey provides insights into the media's role in shaping public perception and the broader implications for both individuals' public images.

Keywords

Justin Trudeau, Katy Perry, celebrity culture, media perception, public image, politics, relationship dynamics, Lainey Gossip, international audiences, strategic appearances

• 00:00:00 Introduction to Lainey and the Topic
• 00:00:00 The Unexpected Pairing of Trudeau and Perry
• 00:00:00 Media's Role in Shaping Perception
• 00:00:00 Intersection of Celebrity and Politics
• 00:00:01 Strategic Choreography of Public Appearances
• 00:00:01 Broader Implications for Public Images

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The question in the back of our minds: Where is the NDP going in this country? We called in the person who knows the answer to this question best, Anne McGrath, National Director of the federal NDP. 

Chapters

00:00
Introduction to Anne McGrath

02:40
Anne's Journey with the NDP

05:23
The NDP's Evolution Over the Years

08:14
Reflections on the 2025 Election Results

11:06
The Impact of the Confidence and Supply Agreement

13:40
The Legacy of Jack Layton

16:28
Jagmeet Singh's Leadership and Challenges

19:20
The Future of the NDP

21:53
The Importance of the NDP in Canadian Politics

24:53
The Leadership Race and Its Implications

27:47
Final Thoughts and Call to Action

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David Cochrane, the host of CBC's Power and Politics, joins us to break down everything about the Carney trip to Washington this week. 

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What is it like being the family of a political leader? We sit down with Ana Pollievre to talk about her experience. 

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Mosheh Oinounou joins Amanda and Rachael to delve into the current state of U.S. politics, exploring the impact of political violence, the influence of Charlie Kirk, and the dynamics of Trump's presidency. 

What is the cultural reactions to recent political events? The role of late-night television in shaping public discourse? We dive into the erosion of public trust in health institutions and the future of U.S. politics amidst growing polarization.

Chapters

00:00
Current State of U.S. Politics

02:39
The Impact of Political Assassinations

05:24
Understanding Charlie Kirk's Influence

08:02
The Relationship Between Activism and Politics

10:49
The Role of Youth in Political Movements

13:54
The Divide in American Politics

16:32
The Fallout from Charlie Kirk's Assassination

19:22
Pop Culture Reactions and Free Speech

20:18
The Evolution of Late Night Television

26:58
Government Regulation and Media Control

33:30
Public Health Trust and Political Influence

39:52
The State of American Democracy

42:00
Looking Ahead: Hope for the Future

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Amanda and Rachael are back! In the first epsiode of season 3 they break down all the headline from the summer and talk about parliament returning.

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In her first post-campaign interview, Jenni Byrne (Jenni Byrne and Associated & 2025 CPC Campaign Manager) sits down with us to discuss her journey in politics, the 2025 federal campaign, and what’s next for her within the Conservative Party of Canada.

We’ll be back with Season 3 on September 19th — Speak to you then!

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After the most wild 12 months in Canadian politics, Amanda and Rachael break down the last month in politics and look back at what has happened in Season 2 of the podcast!

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NOTE: We have 1 more episode of season 2 launch July 5th!

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