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In this episode, host Vijay Saini and co-host Vasu Kumar unpack reports that 175 visitors who came to Canada for FIFA matches later filed refugee claims, raising fresh questions about immigration screening, border security, and the integrity of Canada’s asylum system. The discussion explores how major sporting events can create pressure on visa checks and refugee processing, while also weighing Canada’s humanitarian obligations against the need to protect border controls and public confidence in the system.theglobeandmail+2

In this episode, host Vijay Saini and co-host Vasu Kumar examine Trump’s proposed 50% tariff on Canadian goods and ask whether Ottawa has a strong countermove as trade tensions escalate. They explore Canada’s possible responses, including retaliatory tariffs, trade negotiations, USMCA protections, and WTO action, while looking at the potential impact on exports, manufacturing, jobs, supply chains, and consumer prices. It’s a timely and high-stakes discussion on how Canada can respond if the tariff threat becomes reality.cbc+1

In this episode, host Vijay Saini and co-host Vasu Kumar unpack Trump’s dramatic 50% tariff move on Canada and what it could mean as the trade war escalates. They explore the potential fallout for jobs, prices, business confidence, and the broader Canadian economy, while asking what comes next if tensions continue to rise. A timely and hard-hitting conversation on trade, politics, and economic uncertainty.

In this episode, host Vijay Saini breaks down Spain’s big victory and the massive business machine behind world football. From FIFA’s staggering $15 billion in revenue to the impact of expanding the tournament to 48 teams, the conversation explores how the beautiful game has become a global financial powerhouse. A sharp look at sport, strategy, and the money driving football’s future.

In this episode, host Vijay Saini and co-host Vasu Kumar unpack Canada’s decision to pause new applications for the Parents & Grandparents Sponsorship (PGP) program. They explore why the government is hitting the brakes, how wait times and backlogs are shaping policy, and what this means for families hoping to reunite in Canada. From immigration priorities to political and human impacts, the conversation dives into the questions this pause raises for newcomers and long-time residents alike.

In this episode, host Vijay Saini and co-host Vasu Kumar first break down Canada’s decision to pause new applications for the Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP), a move aimed at managing mounting wait times and growing backlogs in family reunification. They then turn to a high-profile public safety case, examining why Canada is seeking to keep alleged Bishnoi gang member Karamvir Singh in custody and what it reveals about the country’s approach to organized crime and national security. A packed episode that connects immigration policy and law-and-order debates shaping Canada’s current affairs.

In this episode, host Vijay Saini and co-host Vasu Kumar break down the Bank of Canada’s decision to hold its benchmark rate at 2.25% for the sixth straight time. They also explore how rising geopolitical risks are shaping the outlook for inflation, borrowing costs, and the broader Canadian economy. A timely discussion on monetary policy, uncertainty, and what the latest rate decision means for households and businesses.

In this episode, host Vijay Saini and co-host Vasu Kumar examine the shocking arrest of a former Canadian MP after authorities reportedly seized more than 400 firearms and a cannon. The discussion explores the scale of the discovery, the legal and public safety concerns it raises, and the political fallout surrounding the case. A hard-hitting episode on power, accountability, and a weapons investigation that has captured national attention.

In this episode, host Vijay Saini and co-host Vasu Kumar cover two timely headlines shaping the Canadian conversation. They discuss B.C. nurses pausing picketing as mediation talks get underway. The latest Statistics Canada data showing international trips increased by 3.6%. From labour negotiations to travel trends, this episode looks at what these developments signal for workers, families, and the broader economy.

In this episode, host Vijay Saini opens the segment with the latest Statistics Canada June unemployment and job market numbers. The discussion highlights a positive shift in youth employment, while also looking at what the data suggests about the broader Canadian labour market. A timely episode on jobs, economic trends, and what the latest numbers could mean for workers and the economy.