Episodes
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Bill Curry, Deputy Bureau Chief with Globe and Mail joins host Vassy Kapelos to discuss Canada’s temporary foreign worker program.
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Bruce Ralston, Minister of Forests for British Columbia joins host Vassy Kapelos to discuss how the U.S has nearly doubled the duty on Canadian softwood lumber. Dr. Isaac Bogoch, infectious diseases physician at the Toronto General Hospital joins Vassy Kapelos to discuss how the World Health Organization has declared the mpox outbreaks in Congo and elsewhere in Africa a global emergency. The Daily Debrief Panel with Robert Benzie, Laura Stone, and Paul Wells. Keir Giles, Russia expert at the Chatham House think tank and author of the forthcoming book ‘Who Will Defend Europe’ joins Vassy Kapelos to discuss how Ukrainian forces have attacked a second border region in western Russia. -
Vassy Kapelos speaks with interim leader Dominic Cardy about the new organization and why it’s being launched now.
On today’s show:
Vice-Admiral Mark Norman, former Vice-Chief of the Defence Staff on Ukraine’s continued incursions into Russian territory and what comes next Your texts and calls on the Canadian Future Party The Daily Debrief Panel with Scott Reid, CTV News political commentator, and former communications director for Prime Minister Paul Martin and Tim Powers, Chair, Summa Strategies John MacBeth, Founder, TryCycle, which developed The Burns Way tools on the group’s volunteer drive launch John Viveiros, Host, Hot Take Hockey, on Auston Matthews becoming captain of the Toronto Maple Leafs -
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Guest host Tamara Cherry speaks with Brian J. Karem, author, White House Columnist and host of Just Ask the Question
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Thomas Juneau, Professor of Public and International Affairs with expertise on the Middle East, Iran, and Yemen on the latest in the Middle East Michael Kempa, Associate Professor of Criminology at the University of Ottawa on tackling terrorism threats head on and Canadian complacency Laura Osman, Federal Politics Reporter with The Canadian Press on the resignation of Canada’s incoming human rights commissioner The Daily Debrief Panel with Ashton Arsenault, Partner at Crestview Strategies; Shachi Kurl, President of the Angus Reid Institute; Saeed Selvam, Vice President of Public Affairs at NATIONAL Justin Ling, freelance investigative journalist, on his investigation into consulting firm influence in federal government Dr. James Brophy, an environmental health researcher at the University of Windsor and co-author of a new report looking at healthcare worker morale -
Nik Nanos, Chief Data Scientist and Founder of Nanos Research joins guest host Tamara Cherry to discuss the new polling from Nanos Research to gauge Canadian impressions of Liberal political figures and potential Liberal Party leaders, as well as the potential impact on the federal election if Mark Carney was appointed as Finance Minister.
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Ben Steiner, Olympic Journalist joins guest host Tamara Cherry to recap the memorable moments of the 2024 Paris Olympics and to look ahead at what the 2028 Olympics may hold in store. Valérie Kindarji, PhD candidate in political science at the University of Toronto focusing on comparative politics and international relations joins guest host Tamara Cherry to discuss the polarized information economy. The Daily Debrief Panel with Tim Powers, Sabrina Grover and George Soule. David Fraser, CTV Military Analyst And Former Commander Of NATO Forces In Southern Afghanistan joins guest host Tamara Cherry to discuss how Russians are fleeing Ukraine’s cross-border attack as Kremlin scrambles to respond. -
Free For All Friday - Hour 1
Host Scott Reid breaks down the biggest stories of the day with Canada's top newsmakers.
On today's show:
Scott Hutcheson, Executive Chair of Aspen Properties and Chair of the 2026 Olympic Bid Corporation joins Scott Reid to talk about how Canadians would feel if Canada were to host the next Olympics. Scott recaps historical moments that have happened on August 9th throughout history.Free For All Friday - Hour 2
Hosts from all over the country join the roundtable to discuss the five biggest stories of the week. This week's show features panelists Bob Richardson, senior counsel at National Public Relations and Chris Day, President, Winston Wilmont.
Harris v. Trump debate is already looming as another historic pivot point in an extraordinary campaign Supreme Court nixes Jordan Peterson’s fight to not enter remedial coaching program 'Irresponsible, unethical, and dangerous': Pickering councillor slammed over appearance on 'far-right' podcast Olympics – Canadians on hosting and Tom Cruise closing the Olympics. -
Shimon Koffler-Fogel, President and CEO of the Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs joins guest host Robin Gill to discuss the review of online comments made by incoming human rights commissioner Birju Dattani, and that Dattani has "agreed to take a leave" just one day before he was set to begin serving in his new role.
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There is some talk of a "summer Covid wave" ramping up. In the U.S, the Centre's for Disease Control has reported a doubling of prevalence of this new KP3 variant in the last two weeks. Dr. Isaac Bogoch, infectious diseases physician at the Toronto General Hospital joins guest host Robin Gill to discuss if this new variant is something to worry about. Moustafa Ayad, executive director for Africa, Middle East and Asia at Institute for Strategic Dialogue joins guest host Robin Gill to discuss how Taylor Swift’s Vienna concerts were cancelled over a suspected terrorist plot. CTV science and technology specialist Dan Riskin joins guest host Robin Gill for the weekly segment Talk Science to Me. The Daily Debrief Panel with Robert Benzie, Marieke Walsh and Hannah Thibedeau. David Phillips, Senior Climatologist with Environment and Climate Change Canada joins guest host Robin Gill to go over the remnants of Hurricane Debby that is set to hit Eastern Canada over the weekend. -
Bruce Heyman, Former US ambassador to Canada from 2014-2017 under then President Barack Obama joins guest host Robin Gill to discuss what U.S-Canada relations would look like with Tim Walz in the Whitehouse.
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Phil Gurski, CEO of Borealis Threat & Risk Consulting, former Senior Strategic Analyst with CSIS joins guest host Robin Gill to discuss if Canada needs to do more when it comes to the immigration and security screening processes. Zoe Manzi, Hate and Extremism Analyst at the Institute of Strategic Dialogue joins Robin Gill for this weeks 'The Explainer' question about the riots that have erupted across the UK. The Daily Debrief Panel with Tim Powers, Scott Reid and Kathleen Monk. Gabor Lukacs, Air Passenger Rights Advocate joins to discuss how an airline passenger rights group filed a lawsuit against WestJet over reimbursement policies. -
Eric Ham, CTV U.S. Political Analyst joins guest host Robin Gill to discuss Kamala Harris choosing Tim Walz as her running mate.
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Hayley McGoldrick, Writer at Team Canada joins guest host Robin Gill to recap the memorable moments so far during the Olympics. Alexandra Monkhouse, Partner, Monkhouse Law Employment Lawyers and Allison Venditti a human resources expert in Toronto and founder of advocacy group Moms at Work join guest host Robin Gill to discuss if women commonly lose their job on maternity or parental leave. Ian Lee, Associate Professor with Carleton University’s Sprott School of Business joins guest host Robin Gill to talk about market volatility. The Daily Debrief Panel with Shakir Chambers, Saeed Selvam and Shachi Kurl. Elliot Tepper, Senior Fellow at the Norman Patterson School of International Affairs at Carleton University joins Robin Gill to discuss what a potential retaliation from Israel would look like. -
Free For All Friday - Hour 1.
Host Scott Reid breaks down the biggest stories of the day with Canada's top newsmakers.
On today's show:
Melanie Dirks, Professor in the department of psychology at McGill University joins Scott Reid to discuss fears and phobias and how to overcome them. Scott recaps historical moments that have happened on August 2nd throughout history.Free For All Friday - Hour 2.
Hosts from all over the country join the roundtable to discuss the five biggest stories of the week. This week's show features panelists Andrew Perez, Principal at Perez Strategies and a Liberal strategist and Karen Gordon, Principal, Gordon Strategy.
Has the US election been totally reset now that Harris is taking the helm? Premier Doug Ford’s office directed Metrolinx to keep Crosstown opening date secret, emails show Discussion of what we've been focused on in these Olympic games - Summer McIntosh, the women's soccer drone scandal Any plans for the long weekend and are there any fears and phobias you have conquered -
Bill Browder, a friend of Vladimir Kara-Murza and CEO of Hermitage Capital Management joins guest host Robin Gill to discuss the relief himself and the families of those released are feeling.
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Gurpreet Vinning is with GR firm Prospectus Associates and has formerly worked with Liberal cabinet minsters at the federal and provincial level joins guest host Robin Gill to discuss how the Emergency Preparedness Minister Harjit Sajjan lobbied for the Canadian Armed Forces to send about 100 soldiers to act as backdrops at a Vancouver concert by pop star Diljit Dosanjh. Dan Riskin, CTV Science and Technology Specialist joins guest host Robin Gill for his weekly segment 'Talk Science To Me' The Daily Debrief Panel with Marieke Walsh, Laura Stone and Robert Benzie. Eric Ham, CTV's Political Analyst in the U.S joins guest host Robin Gill to discuss Trump’s performance at Black journalists’ panel. -
Petra Huve, Assistant Coach with Etobicoke Swim Club and also part of the coaching team while Summer was there training joins Robin Gill to discuss Summers outstanding achievements at the Olympics.
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Gordon Smith, Soccer Analyst and Colour Commentator for TSN 1200 joins guest host Robin Gill to discuss how the Canada Soccer appeal of penalty to women's Olympic team was dismissed. Dr. Ali Zentner, Specialist in Internal Medicine and obesity. Medical director of Revolution Medical Clinic joins guest host Robin Gill to discuss whether the provinces should cover weight loss medications. Jason Opal, Professor of History and Associate Dean of Graduate Studies at McGill joins guest host Robin Gill to answer this weeks 'The Explainer' question. The Daily Debrief Panel with Scott Reid, Kathleen Monk and Kory Teneckye. Janet Winkler, Co-Founder of The Difference Lab joins guest host Robin Gill to go over what Productivity Parity Day is. -
Moshe Lander, economics professor at Concordia University joins guest host Robin Gill to discuss his piece that examines the economic benefits of hosting large scale events such as the Olympics or the World Cup.
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Jake Fuss, Director of Fiscal Studies at the Fraser Institute joins guest host Robin Gill to discuss his new study that examines the rise of Canadian families tax bills and the impact that has. Marc De La Bruyere, Owner of the Tekarra Lodge which was affected by the Jasper wildfire joins guest host Robin Gill to discuss the experience, and to go over what the future may look like for the Tekarra Lodge. The Daily Debrief Panel with Geoff Turner, Tim Powers, and Shachi Kurl. John Gradek, aviation analyst and lecturer in Supply Chain, Logistics, and Operations and Integrated Aviation Management at McGill – previously held senior roles at Air Canada joins Robin to discuss The Competition Bureau launching a study of the aviation industry in Canada. -
Cristina Tenaglia, CTV National News Correspondent joins guest host Robin Gill to discuss the latest on the wildfire that consumed homes and businesses in Jasper.
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Larry Haas, Political Author and Senior Fellow at the American Foreign Policy Council and former Communications Director and Press Secretary for Vice President Al Gore joins guest host Robin Gill to discuss how this changes the dynamics of the election and what the Harris campaign needs to do to keep its momentum. Dr. Nirupama Agrawal, Professor of disaster and emergency management at York University joins guest host Robin Gill to discuss if Canada should implement a national emergency response agency similar to FEMA. Scott Moore, Chief Executive Officer, Invictus Games 2025 Vancouver Whistler joins guest host Robin Gill to talk about Invictus Games 2025. The Daily Debrief Panel with George Soule, Jordan Paquet and Andrew Perez. Gordon Smith, Soccer Analyst and Colour Commentator for TSN 1200 joins guest host Robin Gill to go over the latest on the Canada soccer drone scandal. Michael Wood, Director of Partnerships with Ottawa Consultants, Community and small Business Advocate and Professor at Algonquin college joins guest host Robin Gill to discuss the importance of overhauling 911. -
Free For All Friday - Hour 1.
Host Scott Reid breaks down the biggest stories of the day with Canada's top newsmakers.
On today's show:
Richard Crouse, Movie Critic joins Scott to talk about summer blockbusters, and whether theatres are still struggling to draw in audiences. Scott recaps historical moments that have happened on July 26th throughout history.Free For All Friday - Hour 2.
Hosts from all over the country join the roundtable to discuss the five biggest stories of the week. This week's show features panelists Jennifer Maddigan, Executive Vice President of Media and Communications, Syntax Strategic and Fred DeLorey, Partner, NorthStar Public Affairs and former National Campaign Manager for the Conservative Party of Canada.
How does Kamala Harris stepping in change the dynamics of the election? All things US POLI. Upcoming cabinet shuffle in August – what’s expected for the party and for Trudeau? The Olympic drone scandal and Céline Dion's potential Paris 2024 performance. Will you be watching the new Deadpool and Wolverine movie? And what is the most anticipation you’ve ever had for a movie, most excited for a summer film you’ve ever been? -
Richard Ireland, the Mayor of Jasper, joins Vassy Kapelos to talk about the wildfire that is raging throughout the historic Albertan town, consuming homes and businesses in a wall of flames.
On todays show:
David Coletto, the CEO of Abacus Data, joins Vassy to discuss the latest polling - it shows that Canada's Conservatives are up by 19 points on the Liberals. Dan Riskin, CTV’s Science and Technology expert, joins Vassy for his weekly segment ‘Talk Science To Me’. The Daily Debrief Panel with Toronto Star reporter Robert Benzie and CTV National News reporter Mike Le Couteur. Casey Babb, a Senior Fellow at the Macdonald Laurier Institute, joins Vassy to discuss Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's address to Congress. -
Dawn Desjardins, Chief Economist, Deloitte Canada joins host Vassy Kapelos to discuss the Bank Of Canada's decision to cut the interest rate by 25 basis points.
On todays show:
Vassy lets you 'have your say' on whether or not the Bank of Canada's decision to cut interest rates affects you at all. Neil Hammerschlag, Executive Director, Shark Research Foundation and President of Atlantic Shark Expeditions joins host Vassy Kapelos to answer this weeks 'The Explainer' question submitted by Dani on Instagram. The Daily Debrief Panel with Scott Reid, Kathleen Monk, and Kory Teneckye. Scott Hurst, CTV National News Correspondent joins host Vassy Kapelos to give the latest on the wildfire that is roaring through Jasper and forced the evacuation of the city. Eric Ham, CTV U.S. Political Analyst joins Vassy for a look ahead to President Joe Biden's speech set for later tonight. -
Joy Malbon, CTV Canadian TV Washington Bureau Chief joins host Vassy Kapelos to discuss the resignation of the U.S secret service director and the dynamic shift after Biden stepping down.
On todays show:
Vicki Korogonas, Owner of Pine Bungalows in Jasper National Park was on of those who was forced to evacuate Jasper late last night. She joins host Vassy Kapelos to go over that experience. Royce Mendes, Head of Macro Strategy at Desjardins joins host Vassy Kapelos to look ahead to tomorrows interest rate decision. The Daily Debrief Panel with Shakir Chambers, Saeed Selvam, and Shachi Kurl. Mark Lowery, Former Special Agent in charge, U.S Secret Service joins host Vassy Kapelos to discuss. -
Vassy Kapelos, CTV News Chief Political Correspondent joins guest host Tim Powers on her program to discuss the ramifications of Biden ending his re-election campaign and how that might shape the dynamic of the election.
On todays show:
Emelie Peacock, Fire Information Officer, BC Wildfire Service joins guest host Tim Powers to give a snap shot of the wildfire situation in BC. Michael Tiller, Mayor of New-Wes-Valley joins guest host Tim Powers to discuss the seven fishermen that were rescued following their fishing boat catching fire and forcing them to abandon ship and wait for rescue on a life raft. Adam van Koeverden, Member of Parliament for Milton, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Sport and Physical Activity and 4x Olympic Medalist joins guest host TIm Powers to discuss the journey for Canadian athletes to reach the Olympics. The Daily Debrief Panel with Zain Velji, Sabrina Grover and Fred DeLorey. Corey Crowley, Republican Strategist joins guest host Tim Powers to discuss how Biden dropping out will change the campaign strategy for the Republicans. Robbie Hart, Director of Nos Amours: The Saga of the Montreal Expos and Founder-President of Montreal-based Adobe Productions International joins guest host Tim Powers to discuss his documentary on Montreal's former MLB team. -
Free For All Friday - Hour 1.
Host Scott Reid breaks down the biggest stories of the day with Canada's top newsmakers.
On today's show:
· Ritesh Kotak, a cybersecurity expert, joins Scott to go over the massive and worldwide Microsoft IT outage.
· Scott recaps historical moments that have happened on July 19th throughout history.
Free For All Friday - Hour 2.
Hosts from all over the country join the roundtable to discuss the five biggest stories of the week. This week's show features panelists Chris Day, President of Winston Wilmont, and Sabrina Grover, a Senior Advisor with Spark Advocacy and NorthStar Public Affairs.
Trump's speech, and rumors of Biden stepping down on Sunday. Is this the best call for the Democrats? Travel, banking and businesses take a direct hit after s software bug causes worldwide IT chaos. It seems easy for our current system to descend into anarchy. Are we too reliant on our technological foundations? Is a potential Cabinet shuffle later this summer enough to start turning the polls in the Liberals' favour? More than a dozen Liberal MPs are not running in the next election, so what does that signal about the party’s position? Jenn McElvie wants to rename the route from Nathan Phillips Square to Rogers Centre ‘Taylor Swift Way’. Is this a good idea or bad idea? And if you could, what star would you rename something after? -
CTV Ottawa's Stefan Keyes is filling in for Vassy Kapelos today, as she is on assignment at the Republican Convention.
On the show today...
Seamus O'Regan has stepped aside as Canada's Labour Minister, citing the need to spend more time with his family as the primary reason for his departure. He will not run in the next federal election, but will remain an MP until the next government is sworn in. We gather instant reaction from CTV's Jeremie Charron. Canada's Foreign Affairs Minister is in China on an unannounced visit, an attempt to thaw relations between the two countries. It marks the first face-to-face conversations in Beijing by a Canadian foreign minister in nearly 7 years. We dig deeper with Jonathan Berkshire-Miller, a Director and Senior Fellow at The Macdonald-Laurier Institute. General Jennie Carignan has assumed leadership of the Canadian Armed Forces from Wayne Eyre, the outgoing Chief of Defence Staff. CTV’s Mike LeCouteur examines the ripple effect. As we head into tonight’s big speech in Milwaukee, what will Donald Trump be preaching? Marieke Walsh, Laura Stone, and Kristy Kirkup assemble for today’s Daily Debrief Panel. But first, we get the inside scoop from CTV’s Vassy Kapelos. - Montre plus
