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CBC
Canada
Mark Carney
Donald Trump
Pierre Poilievre
Liberal Party
Justin Trudeau
Tariffs
Conservative Party
United States
Bloc Québécois
NDP
Foreign Interference
Carbon Tax
Quebec
Canadian Politics
Alberta
Liberal Government
House Of Commons
U.s.-Canada Relations
Housing

Cut through the spin with Canada’s top political journalists. Host Rosemary Barton and columnists Althia Raj, Chantal Hébert and Andrew Coyne break down the week’s biggest political stories shaping the country. Brought to you by CBC News: The National. New episodes drop every Friday.

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Canada-U.S. trade talks collapse and Donald Trump threatens even more tariffs. Was it the right decision for Prime Minister Mark Carney’s government to walk away and is a deal still possible? Rosemary Barton hosts Chantal Hébert, Andrew Coyne and Alt... more

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Mark Carney's mixed-bag G7 trip wins big interest in Canadian oil, and another snub from Donald Trump. Analyzing the big challenges facing the Liberals in the fall. And the Conservatives call out Carney for skipping Question Period.Rosemary Barton ho... more

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Canada grapples with more Trump threats to free trade and a delay in opening the new Gordie Howe bridge. The Liberals move against social media but not everyone's on board. And Pierre Poilievre pitches Albertans on staying in Canada.Rosemary Barton h... more

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Mark Carney fends off accusations of driving Canada into a recession. What ordering the CRTC to back down over its 'Netflix tax' means for U.S. trade negotiations. And are some Liberal MPs chafing under Mark Carney's leadership style.Rosemary Barton ... more

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Trennis Evans
Capitol protest participant and founder of Condemned USA (January 6 advocate)
Condemned USA
Episode: Will Donald Trump's revenge tour backfire? | Analysis from Washington
Michael Fanon
Metropolitan Police Officer who was injured on January 6
Police officer, advocate against misinformation
Episode: Will Donald Trump's revenge tour backfire? | Analysis from Washington
Chantal Hébert
Columnist
La Presse/Editorial
Episode: Carney fires back at Trump’s trade demands
Althia Raj
Columnist
HuffPost/Canadian politics
Episode: Carney fires back at Trump’s trade demands
Andrew Coyne
Political columnist
Episode: Carney's expanding Liberal tent
Avi Lewis
Leader of the NDP (incoming)
New Democratic Party of Canada
Episode: Carney juggles risk and reward with China trade push
Pierre Poilievre
Leader of the Conservative Party of Canada, guest on the Joe Rogan Experience
Conservative Party of Canada
Episode: Pierre Poilievre goes on Joe Rogan’s podcast
Aaron Wherry
Columnist, guest on panel
CBC/Kingston Governing Council
Episode: Why are so many MPs crossing to Carney’s team?
Kelly Cryderman
Political correspondent
Episode: Saskatchewan refuses to pay the carbon tax

Hosts

Rosemary Barton
Host known for guiding in-depth political analysis with panellists; frequent CBC presence
Paul Hunter
Washington correspondent with focus on U.S.-Canada relations and policy

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 1.2k ratings
  • Great podcast

    Insightful perspectives by seasoned analysts on Canadian politics. Views are mainstream but reflect both liberal and conservative spectrums and focus on provincial sensitivities. The panel udoes not shy away from criticizing either the government or opposition parties when warranted. Great job.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Maethorr
    Canada3 months ago
  • Not posting episodes in a timely manner

    I’ve been a regular listener of At Issue for years and while I like the panel, I am noticing that episodes are no longer appearing in the Apple Podcasts app for days. I see them posted to YouTube within an hour of the broadcast. By the time they show up here it’s old news. Please respect your podcast listeners CBC News!

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    rexrana
    Canada4 months ago
  • Excellent Political Analysis & Commentary

    This show is fantastic. I greatly appreciate the depth of knowledge and experience the entire panel bring to the table; often offering unexpected and interesting perspectives on what originally appear straightforward issues. The format of friendly disagreement for sharing of ideas is a real pleasure to listen to in these highly polarised and combative times.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MyKwest
    Canada5 months ago
  • America 1st

    Love the new addition of Saturday Podcast “America First” with Paul Katie and Willy - a welcome addition to CBC Washington politics

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    hard2please
    Canada7 months ago
  • Two blocks from the White House

    No thanks, you just flooded my zone. Who wants to hear more bla bla about the US

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    irarraza
    Canada7 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

High-quality, thoughtful discussions that are essential for understanding Canadian politics.
Balanced, rigorous analysis with credible guests and strong panel chemistry.
Some listeners feel the host's moderation can be biased or rushed at times.

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#104
Canada/Popular Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#42
Canada/News

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Is U.S. Voting set to change forever? | Analysis from Washington
Q: Paul, first things first, what is the Voting Rights Act, and what do people really need to know about it?
The Act aimed to end racial discrimination in voting, underpinning protections for minority voters, with the recent decision reinterpreting its Section Two to emphasize intent and potentially narrowing remedies against discriminatory redistricting.
Could ‘America First’ mean Canada’s next? Analysis from CBC Washington
Q: Willie, sort of walk us through the lead up to this military intervention?
Willie outlines how U.S. military actions escalated in the region, mentioning Trump's public stance against Maduro as a leading factor.
Is Pierre Poilievre’s leadership in trouble?
Q: What do you think he's going to do?
Some people around him have suggested he needs to build bridges and try to win them with carrots instead of sticks.
Canada-U.S. trade negotiations go off the rails
Q: But does that mean we don't have to seek a resolution then?
I think we just need to be smart and not keep conceding on things without a clear strategy.
Canada-U.S. trade negotiations go off the rails
Q: What are you hearing? Where do you think things stand?
Generally speaking, no one wants an election, but there is a threat of one if the liberals push for it.

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A weekly panel of Canada's top political journalists breaks down the week's biggest stories, from federal leadership dynamics to energy, trade, and constitutional questions. Episodes weave together domestic parliamentary norms, regional tensions (e.g., Alberta, Quebec), and evolving U.S. policy impacts to map out how federal Canada positions itself in a shifting global landscape. Notable strengths include a balanced panel with deep experience, clear facilitation, and a willingness to challenge party lines while delivering accessible analysis for a politically engaged audience. This show is likely to appeal to listeners who want rigorous, civically minded commentary on current Canadian politics and policy, delivered with practical takeaways ... more

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2. Michael Fanon
3. Chantal Hébert
4. Althia Raj
5. Andrew Coyne
6. Avi Lewis
7. Pierre Poilievre
8. Aaron Wherry

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