As we approach one year since Russia invaded Ukraine, Brian Stewart looks at nine commonly asked questions about the war and gives his thoughts on the answers.  Also, a bit of history on a time when balloons were used as a weapon of war. 

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The Moore-Butts conversations are like poli-sci 101, using anecdotes to explain politics.  The former Conservative cabinet minister, now a senior advisor at Dentons, James Moore, and the former Liberal principal secretary to PM Trudeau and now vice chair of the Eurasia Group, Gerald Butts, join forces today, their sixth episode, to explain how leadership really works.

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On a week where the President of the CBC attacks the Conservative Party of Canada and its leader, Pierre Poilievre, Chantal and Bruce wonder about the wisdom of that approach.  And also, whether her appointment should be extended or ended.  Plus, can Jagmeet Singh survive as questions about his effectiveness begin.

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The first of a trilogy by the Random Ranter with his take on the national party leaders.  First up CPC leader Pierre Poilievre.  Your letters range from taxes to Danielle Smith to racism in Canada.

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There were so many angles to last night's State of the Union address by President Joe Biden, but one line may have an impact on Canada.  Meanwhile, in Ottawa, Justin Trudeau dumps billions on the health care table, will it make a difference?  And the CBC, did its President just step in hot political water?

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Putin keeps us guessing.  Why are no crowds visible at his public appearances? Why did his honour guard go on parade without weapons?  Brian Stewart has his thoughts on all that and more.  Plus, an end bit on Nazi gold -- is it real?

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It's Black History Month in Canada but what do we really know about black history in our country?  And more importantly, what should we know? This is an important and fascinating conversation with McGill University professor Debra Thompson, recognized around North America as an expert analyst on race politics.

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Chantal and Bruce have a lot to talk about this week starting with the former Conservative leader's not so flattering description of the split within his own party during his time at the top. Plus, are the Liberals' cratering and what is the problem?  And did the opposition parties botch the committee hearing into consultancy arrangements?

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Our regular Thursday episode features your thoughts on everything from the NHL to doctors to the cause of freedom to read.  Plus the Random Ranter has his take on waste and who is the worst offender.

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The Liberal's polling numbers are not good, in. fact they are bad.  Can they recover? Bruce brings the SMT thermometer to the program and has his analysis.  One of Alberta's most respected writers says the provincial governing party is alone in checking out of discussions with Ottawa about Alberta's energy worker's transition to new jobs.  And the committee looking into consulting work in Ottawa begins its work.

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