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CTV Power Play with Vassy Kapelos Podcast

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Canada
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Alberta
United States
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China
British Columbia
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Ontario
Pierre Poilievre
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Liberal Party Of Canada
Doug Ford
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Power Play, a daily look at Canada’s political landscape. Recorded in Ottawa featuring all the political news and issues that matter most. Hosted by CTV's Vassy Kapelos, the program is a must for political insiders.

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Latest Episodes

Liberal Caucus Chair James Maloney; Senator Pamela Wallin; NDP House Leader Heather McPherson; The Front Bench panel with Sharan Kaur, Louis Hamann, Erika Barootes, Shakir Chambers and Marieke Walsh.

A special panel with former Quebec Liberal Leader Pablo Rodriguez and former Quebec CAQ Minister Christopher Skeete; Secretary of State for Defence Procurement Stephen Fuhr, The Front Bench panel with Dan Moulton, Dimitris Soudas, Kathleen Monk and G... more

Emergency Management Minister Eleanor Olszewski; CTV News Senior Political Correspondent Judy Trinh’s interview with Canadian actor Michael J. Fox; The Front Bench panel with Zita Astravas, Jamie Ellerton, Karl Bélanger and Marie Vastel.

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith; Energy Minister Tim Hodgson; The Front Bench panel with Christy Clark, Marco Mendicino, James Moore and James Rajotte; CTV News Senior Political Correspondent Judy Trinh.

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Anthony Scaramucci
Former White House Communications Director; author
All the Wrong Moves (Book)
Episode: Power Play #2263: U.S. military threat to Canada is ‘not zero’, Scaramucci says
Carrie Lynn Finlay
Former leader of British Columbia's Provincial Conservative Party
Provincial Conservative Party (BC)
Episode: Power Play #2259: Parliament returns
Yoshua Bengio
AI researcher; founder of Safe by Design AI initiatives
Université de Montréal; Mila; Law Zero partners
Episode: Power Play #2258: Feds to introduce new labour legislation as soon as next week: sources
Karsten Wildberger
Digital economy/AI minister (Germany)
Government of Germany
Episode: Power Play #2258: Feds to introduce new labour legislation as soon as next week: sources
Shuv Majumdar
Conservative MP, critic for Canada-US relations
Conservative Party of Canada
Episode: Power Play #2257: Carney says new EU partnership will be voted on in Parliament
Matthias Lüttenberg
Germany's ambassador to Canada
Germany
Episode: Power Play #2256: EU chief opens door for Canada to become associate member
John Concannon
Ireland's ambassador to Canada
Ireland
Episode: Power Play #2256: EU chief opens door for Canada to become associate member
Aidan Gomez
CEO of Cohere
Cohere
Episode: Power Play #2255: Three of Canada’s top CEOs join Power Play
Stephen Harper
Former Prime Minister of Canada
Conservative Party (former PM)
Episode: Power Play #2255: Three of Canada’s top CEOs join Power Play

Hosts

Vassy Kapelos
Host of Power Play, guiding discussions and introducing guests
Mike LeCouteur
Host of Power Play on CTV News

Reviews

3.7 out of 5 stars from 252 ratings
  • Vassy is the best, but..

    Vassy is great, however the best feature of this podcast is the skip fwd button when Scott Reid speaks.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    PodCan
    Canada6 months ago
  • Best news show

    Truly impressed with Vassy Kapelos. She is well versed in Canadian politics and is a very direct, unbiased, unwavering interviewer. Bravo!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    INACServices
    Canada7 months ago
  • Pro Zionist media

    Completely cover up Israel’s war crimes then discuss Israel’s regime change war by having 4 pro war toadies with the same opinion all say the same thing one after the other. True Ben Shapiro slop show.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    greengrounds
    Canada7 months ago
  • Good but too pro oil

    This is a good show. However. Vassy Kapelos is very *very* very very fixated on pipelines. Very. Very very. She kinda twists everything into oil patch talk.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    J. Oatmon
    Canada8 months ago
  • Odd NWO

    Normally, this show is fairly well balanced and nothing seemed too odd. Until Wednesday January 14 2025 when Vassy used the phrase “New World Order” referencing Melanie Joly’s comment, which I cannot find yet and if I do I’ll delete this post. A full day before Mark Carney uttered that exact phrase in front of the CCP in Beijing. Please clear this up for me and I’m more than happy to be entirely wrong on this. 😬

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Andrew A Gibbs
    Canada9 months ago

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Some listeners perceive strong perspectives on energy issues and policy debates, which can polarize opinions but keeps coverage engaging.
Listeners appreciate the direct, informed interview style and clear policy focus.
The host asks tough questions and holds guests to account, which makes the conversations valuable regardless of party lines.

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#22
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#97
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#108
Poland/News/Daily News
Apple Podcasts
#138
Mexico/News/Daily News
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#149
Denmark/News/Daily News
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#156
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Power Play #2263: U.S. military threat to Canada is ‘not zero’, Scaramucci says
Q: What are the chances of the United States launching military action against Canada?
The guest argues the risk is not zero but remains uncertain and context-dependent; preparation and caution are advised, with the possibility that the risk could be modest (a few percent) rather than imminent.
Power Play #2264: Former top soldier’s new tell-all
Q: Why did you feel conflicted about pushing for defence spending while being loyal to civilian leadership?
I explain the constant balancing act between loyalty to the government and the need to advocate for the troops, underscoring that there isn't a fixed template for handling that minefield, but continued honest advice is crucial.
Power Play #2254: Canada’s investment summit kicks off
Q: What is the government's approach to AI as part of economic strategy and investor confidence?
Evan Solomon and the host highlight a safety-first AI strategy, including new regulatory powers, funding for AI safety institutions, and collaborations with leading researchers to reassure investors and protect Canadians.”
Power Play #2254: Canada’s investment summit kicks off
Q: What is the thinking behind engaging with Europe and the EU in light of U.S.-Canada trade tensions?
Panelists and Barton discuss diversifying trade and investing in stronger European ties, noting a long-term strategy to build a unique relationship with Europe beyond full membership, to diversify markets and reduce over-reliance on the United States.
Power Play #2254: Canada’s investment summit kicks off
Q: How does the Major Projects Office aim to accelerate approvals, and is there evidence of execution risk being addressed?
Dominic Barton emphasizes that the Major Projects Office has 27 projects in progress and argues that while execution risk is real, the office is designed to streamline approvals and move projects forward, with ongoing legislative and regulatory improvements.

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What is CTV Power Play about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Power Play delivers a fast-paced, interview- and panel-driven examination of Canada's political landscape with a focus on policy implications, governance, and current events. Across recent episodes, discussions routinely cover federal-provincial dynamics, budget and fiscal accountability, national security, and major policy files (bail reform, MAID, digital safety, indigenous rights, and energy policy). A hallmark is the structured mix of live interviews, multi-guest panels, and cross-border context, often contrasting Liberal, Conservative, and NDP viewpoints to illuminate strategic considerations for policymakers, influencers, and industry players. The show stands out for its authoritative hosts, willingness to press guests with tough ques... more

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Recent guests on CTV Power Play include:

1. Anthony Scaramucci
2. Carrie Lynn Finlay
3. Yoshua Bengio
4. Karsten Wildberger
5. Shuv Majumdar
6. Matthias Lüttenberg
7. John Concannon
8. Aidan Gomez

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