The deadline for a new US-Canada trade deal has passed—and there’s no agreement? In Episode 187, Bill breaks down the latest in the ongoing US-Canada trade conflict, as Trump’s tariffs on Canadian goods imported into the US jump from 25% to 35%. While 90% of products are still covered under CUSMA, key sectors like steel, lumber, and auto parts are being hit hard.

Prime Minister Mark Carney and his administration says “no deal is better than a bad deal”, as Canada’s negotiating team returns from Washington empty-handed. With talks stalling and pressure rising, PM Carney is now pushing for a long-term plan to reduce our dependence on the U.S. Bill explains what this means for US-Canada trade, why this week’s failed talks matter, and how the latest round of tariffs could impact the Canadian economy—and your wallet.

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CHAPTERS

00:00 Introduction to Current Trade Tensions

00:55 Impact of Tariffs on the Canadian Economy

03:13 Canada's Response to U.S. Trade Policies

05:09 The Importance of Economic Diversification

07:03 Consequences for Key Industries

10:21 Future Economic Outlook and Consumer Impact

FURTHER READING

Viable trade deal wasn't on the table ahead of deadline, Canada-U.S. trade minister says: Business groups raise concerns but say 'no deal is better than a bad deal'

https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/reaction-trump-tariffs-canada-deadline-1.7599650

The 35% tariff kicked in today on Canadian goods. How big of an impact will it have?

https://www.cbc.ca/news/business/what-in-canada-is-subject-to-35-per-cent-tariff-1.7600029

Five things now pricier in Canada due to tariffs

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c1w8jq88xzlo

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Bill unpacks myths (and outright lies) surrounding the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza, questioning the narratives presented by political leaders like Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and U.S. President Donald Trump. Bill discusses the political and humanitarian dimensions of the evidentially-substantiated genocide and forced starvation tactics of the Israeli state, the role of international aid, and the responsibility of global leaders to address the suffering of the Palestinian people. He emphasizes the need for a humanitarian response and challenges the despicable rhetoric that conflates aid with support for terror!sm.

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FURTHER READING

READ THIS TO LEARN MORE: Application of the Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of the Crime of Genocide in the Gaza Strip (South Africa v. Israel)

https://www.icj-cij.org/sites/default/files/case-related/192/192-20240126-sum-01-00-en.pdf

READ UPDATES ON THE INTERNATIONAL COURT OF JUSTICE CASE (South Africa v. Israel)

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Dying babies. Starving adults. Even Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene is calling it a “genocide”

https://www.latimes.com/entertainment-arts/story/2025-07-31/rep-marjorie-taylor-greene-is-first-house-republican-to-call-the-nightmare-in-gaza-genocide

Trump acknowledges ‘real starvation’ in Gaza and tells Israel to let in ‘every ounce of food’

https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/jul/28/trump-acknowledges-real-starvation-in-gaza-and-tells-israel-to-let-in-every-ounce-of-food

Rising number of doctors among hundreds of medical staff detained in Gaza, say rights groups

https://www.theguardian.com/global-development/2025/jul/26/rising-number-of-doctors-among-hundreds-of-medical-staff-detained-in-gaza-say-rights-groups

Exclusive: USAID analysis found no evidence of massive Hamas theft of Gaza aid

https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/usaid-analysis-found-no-evidence-massive-hamas-theft-gaza-aid-2025-07-25/

Trump's Gaza 'Riviera' echoes Kushner waterfront property dreams

https://www.reuters.com/world/us/trumps-gaza-riviera-echoes-kushner-waterfront-property-dreams-2025-02-05/

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Why does it seem like the United States economy is holding up “remarkably well”, despite Trump’s tariffs? Is it a false sense of security? Why are US businesses refraining from passing their (billion dollar!) losses onto consumers… yet? As for Canada’s economy, our national employment is up, consumer spending is up and loyalty to Canadian businesses seems stronger than ever. But will it last? Or is this just the calm before the storm? Let’s talk about these complex US-Canada trade dynamics in Episode 185 of The Bill Kelly Podcast!

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CHAPTERS

00:00 Introduction to Economic Concerns

02:48 The Impact of Tariffs on the Economy

06:08 Long-term Economic Outlook and Consumer Behavior

FURTHER READING

The U.S. economy is thriving in spite of tariffs. Will it last?

https://www.cbc.ca/news/business/armstrong-trade-trump-tariffs-1.7593202

CANADIAN ECONOMY POISED TO CONTRACT IN 2025 SAYS CFIB REPORT

https://businessexaminer.ca/victoria-articles/item/canadian-economy-poised-to-contract-in-2025-says-cfib-report/

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As pressure builds within Canada to secure a new trade deal with the United States, concerns are rising over the tariffs, political maneuvering, and one-sided negotiations coming out of Washington. In Episode 183, Bill critiques the so-called “deals” brokered by the Trump administration, arguing they’re more about political optics than mutual economic benefit. As Canada faces new economic and existential threats near daily, let’s break down the legal and political risks of signing under pressure—and why Canada’s trade representatives must hold the line.

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This episode was recorded on: July 23, 2025

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CHAPTERS

00:00 Introduction to Trade Concerns

02:51 The EU Trade Deal and Its Implications

06:06 Canada's Position in Trade Negotiations

08:41 The Legal and Political Landscape of Trade Tariffs

10:57 Final Thoughts: No Deal is Better Than a Bad Deal

FURTHER READING

Canada–US talks are at an intense phase, some tariffs likely, says Carney

https://www.reuters.com/world/americas/canada-us-talks-are-an-intense-phase-some-tariffs-likely-says-carney-2025-07-28/

‘Tariff, not negotiation’: Trump says he doesn't expect Canada trade deal; August 1 deadline set for 35% duty

https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/us/tarrif-not-negotiation-trump-says-he-doesnt-expect-canada-trade-deal-august-1-deadline-set-for-35-duty/articleshow/122912461.cms

Trump eyes 'world tariff' of 15-20% for most countries

https://www.reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/trump-eyes-world-tariff-15-20-most-countries-2025-07-28/

Trump puts 35% tariff on Canada, eyes 15%-20% tariffs for others

https://www.reuters.com/world/us/trump-puts-35-tariff-canada-eyes-15-20-tariffs-others-2025-07-11/

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U.S. Ambassador Pete Hoekstra is at it again, calling Canadians “mean and nasty” for our (clearly effective) collective American travel and alcohol boycotts. Join Bill in Episode 182 as he breaks down Hoekstra’s remarks, the economic fallout from escalating tariffs, and the urgent need for a coordinated Canadian response. With Prime Minister Carney meeting with premiers to confront growing trade challenges, the stakes for diplomacy, unity, and national resolve have never been higher.

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This episode was recorded on: July 23, 2025

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CHAPTERS00:00 Hoekstra’s Comments and Their Fallout01:12 The Canadian Response: Standing Up, Not Lashing Out03:00 How U.S. Tariffs Are Affecting Local Industries06:22 Unity Among Premiers and the Role of Federal Leadership09:05 Can Diplomacy Prevail in a Climate of Disrespect?

FURTHER READING

B.C. premier slams U.S. ambassador for saying Trump thinks Canadian boycotts are 'nasty'

https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/hoekstra-canadians-mean-nasty-1.7590636

Negative side effects: How fentanyl has poisoned relations between the US and Canada

https://globalinitiative.net/analysis/negative-side-effects-how-fentanyl-has-poisoned-relations-between-the-us-and-canada/

Letters to the editor, July 24: ‘Note to Pete Hoekstra: Canadians are realizing that the world is bigger than the United States’

https://www.theglobeandmail.com/opinion/letters/article-canadians-realizing-world-is-bigger-than-the-united-states/

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Epstein’s list. Donald Trump. Media manipulation. We are being DUPED! In today’s volatile political landscape, these headlines dominate—but what are they distracting us from?

In Episode 181 of The Bill Kelly Podcast, Bill unpacks the deliberate use of media as a tool for political distraction. He examines how figures like Trump expertly flood the news cycle with outrage and spectacle, diverting attention from deeper issues such as policy failures, democratic backsliding, and investigations with lasting implications—including those tied to the Epstein case.

With journalism increasingly bending under the weight of ratings pressure and partisan influence, join Bill as he draws connections between misinformation, public accountability, and the slow unraveling of civic discourse, and his call for a return to truth-telling and responsible media.

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This episode was recorded on: July 22, 2025

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CHAPTERS

00:00 The Art of Distraction in Politics

02:54 Media Manipulation and Its Consequences

05:47 The Role of Journalism in Democracy

09:03 The Importance of Speaking Truth to Power

FURTHER READING

Jeffrey Epstein’s Friends Sent Him Bawdy Letters for a 50th Birthday Album. One Was From Donald Trump.

https://www.wsj.com/politics/trump-jeffrey-epstein-birthday-letter-we-have-certain-things-in-common-f918d796

Trump sues Murdoch and Wall Street Journal for $10bn over Epstein article

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c23g5xpggzmo

Tulsi Gabbard’s history with Russia is even more concerning than you think

https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/us-politics/tulsi-gabbard-russian-connection-dni-trump-syria-b2692244.html

Supreme Court Grants Trump, Future Presidents a Blank Check to Break the Law

https://www.aclu.org/news/civil-liberties/supreme-court-grants-trump-future-presidents-a-blank-check-to-break-the-law

Are tariffs bad for growth? Yes, say five decades of data from 150 countries

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7255316/

Book Review | ‘Free The Press: The Death of American Journalism and How to Revive It’ by Brian J. Karem

https://www.independent.com/2023/08/03/book-review-free-the-press-the-death-of-american-journalism-and-how-to-revive-it-by-brian-j-karem/

Explaining the Trump loyalty cult phenomenon

https://theloop.ecpr.eu/explaining-the-trump-loyalty-cult-phenomenon/

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Is free trade between Canada and the United States dead? That stark question reverberated on Face the Nation when Margaret O’Brien challenged Howard Lutnick, the US Secretary of Commerce—and Bill has some things to say about it.

In Episode 181, Bill dissects President Trump’s recent announcement of a sweeping 35% tariff on Canadian imports, set to take effect August 1, 2025—while steel, aluminum, automobiles, and auto parts already carry significant levies. With long-standing agreements like CUSMA/USMCA being undermined, Canada’s dairy and auto sectors are under siege, political dynamics are playing out on a continental stage, and what was once a predictable negotiation process now resembles a high-stakes showdown.

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This episode was recorded on: July 22, 2025

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CHAPTERS

00:00 The State of Canada-US Trade Negotiations

02:56 Understanding Tariffs and Their Implications

06:02 Canada's Sovereignty and Industry Concerns

08:44 Political Dynamics and Future Strategies

FURTHER READING

U.S. commerce secretary dismisses question that free trade with Canada is dead

https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/u-s-commerce-secretary-dismisses-question-that-free-trade-with-canada-is-dead-1.7589616

Carney says he'll only sign a U.S. trade deal 'in the best interest of Canadians'

https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/carney-attends-first-ministers-meeting-1.7590547

Leaders’ summit in Ontario cottage country dials into internal trade amid U.S. tariffs

https://globalnews.ca/news/11297426/ontario-summit-carney-premiers-day-2/

Federal government, Ontario agree on $3.3B auto bailout package (2008)

https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/federal-government-ontario-agree-on-3-3b-auto-bailout-package-1.766418

Donald Trump’s Tariff Dealmaker-in-Chief (Howard Lutnick)

https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2025/07/28/donald-trumps-tariff-dealmaker-in-chief

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In Episode 180 of The Bill Kelly Podcast, Bill discusses the recent announcement of Stephen Colbert's show cancellation by CBS, attributing it to economic pressures and political influences from the Trump administration. He expresses concern over the implications for freedom of speech and the press, highlighting the broader issues of media censorship and the importance of protecting democratic values. Bill emphasizes that the American public is the real victim in this situation and warns against complacency regarding freedoms that are being eroded.

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This episode was recorded on: July 19, 2025

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00:00 The Colbert Cancellation: A Shocking Announcement

02:50 The Underlying Economic and Political Factors

06:02 Freedom of Speech: A Growing Concern

08:54 The Importance of Protecting Democracy

FURTHER READING

Stephen Colbert and CBS both say his show will end in May 2026

https://www.cbc.ca/news/entertainment/cbs-colbert-late-show-end-may-2026-1.7588121

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Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announced new tariffs on Chinese steel this week—an aggressive move to defend Canada’s steel manufacturing sector amid rising global trade tensions. The announcement, delivered at Walter Steel in Hamilton, Ontario (Bill’s hometown!) sends a clear message: Canada is ready to stand up for its workers and industries.

In Episode 179 of The Bill Kelly Podcast, Bill unpacks what this decision means for the steel industry, Canadian workers, and the country’s trade relationships. With Hamilton at the heart of the conversation, Bill shares local reaction from industry leaders and workers who’ve long felt the pressure of foreign imports and political inaction. Is Carney’s plan the lifeline the industry has been waiting for? And how will it shape Canada’s economic future?

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This episode was recorded on: July 17, 2025

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CHAPTERS

00:00 Introduction to Economic Challenges in Canada

05:11 Prime Minister Carney's Steel Industry Announcement

10:52 Impact of Tariffs and Trade Agreements

FURTHER READING

Prime Minister Carney announces new measures to protect and strengthen Canada’s steel industry

https://www.pm.gc.ca/en/news/news-releases/2025/07/16/prime-minister-carney-announces-new-measures-protect-and-strength

Carney announces new measures to support steel industry, prevent dumping, amid trade war

https://www.ctvnews.ca/politics/article/carney-announces-new-measures-to-support-steel-industry-prevent-dumping-amid-trade-war/

Canada introduces tariffs on trade partners to protect domestic industries

https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2025/7/16/canada-introduces-tariffs-on-trade-partners-to-protect-domestic-industries

Canada to target steel originating from China with new tariffs

https://www.biv.com/news/canada-to-target-steel-originating-from-china-with-new-tariffs-10949451

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Pierre Poilievre (and, to be fair, most Canadian political pundits) may assume the northern Alberta riding of Battle River–Crowfoot is his guaranteed safe seat in the House of Commons—but Bonnie Critchley says not so fast. This veteran-turned-Independent candidate is gaining momentum in a riding long considered a Conservative stronghold, and she’s hearing the same thing over and over: voters feel used and ignored. As Critchley puts it, there's growing resentment toward Poilievre and the political establishment that treats rural Alberta like a political pawn.

In Episode 178, we look at why Poilievre's connection to his base may be fraying, what internal rifts inside the Conservative Party could mean for his leadership, and how this by-election may (or may not) send a shockwave through the national political landscape.

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This episode was recorded on: July 17, 2025

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CHAPTERS

00:00 Introduction to the By-Election Dynamics

02:50 The Role of Local Sentiment in Elections

06:09 Pierre Poilievre’s Political Challenges

09:00 Bonnie Critchley's Impact on the Race

FURTHER READING

After stepping down for Poilievre to run, MP Damien Kurek lands role at government relations, lobbying firm

https://calgaryherald.com/news/damien-kurek-new-job-government-lobby-group-pierre-poilievre

Independent candidate says Poilievre's byelection win isn't guaranteed

https://www.cbc.ca/player/play/video/9.6831319

Federal byelection called for Aug. 18 in Alberta's Battle River–Crowfoot riding

https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/byelection-called-battle-river-crowfoot-1.7573605

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