The Friday Round Up begins with a birthday celebration for two panelists, Jimmy Zoubris and Andrew Caddell, who share the same birthday. Onto more serious stuff the conversation shifts to the Ingersoll GM plant layoffs, and the primary cause as well as the long-term implications of this event, including the potential for higher car prices and the impact on the US economy. The discussion then moves to the federal election campaign, focusing on Prime Minister’s campaign strategy, which includes strategically timed absences from the campaign trail. The importance of the upcoming election is highlighted, with discussion around generational shifts in political leadership and the key issues at stake, such as tariffs and Canadian nationalism. The panelists also analyze the NDP's current standing and the potential for leadership changes within the party.