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Hub Podcasts

Hub Canada Media
Canada
Donald Trump
Mark Carney
Artificial Intelligence
Iran
Alberta
Pierre Poilievre
Oil Prices
Labor Market
China
Tariffs
Conservative Party Of Canada
Liberal Party Of Canada
Ottawa
United States
Economic Policy
Immigration
British Columbia
Inflation
Trump Administration

Welcome to Hub Podcasts, the audio version of the big ideas and in-depth conversations found at TheHub.ca, Canada's fastest growing digital news outlet with half a million people engaging weekly with our content.

Hub Dialogues features The Hub's editor-at-large Sean Speer and managing editor Harrison Lowman engaged in longform conversations with leading thinkers on the big issues and ideas shapin... more

PublishesDailyEpisodes1788Founded4 years ago
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Latest Episodes

Hub Headlines features audio versions of the best commentaries and analysis published daily in The Hub. Enjoy listening to original and provocative takes on the issues that matter while you are on the go.

0:20 - CBC-funded prank show’s deceptive tac... more

Jaime Watt, executive chairman of Navigator and author of Director's Crisis Playbook, discusses modern crisis management for companies and governments. He examines how new technologies and media have transformed corporate accountability, the worst mi... more

Hub Headlines features audio versions of the best commentaries and analysis published daily in The Hub. Enjoy listening to original and provocative takes on the issues that matter while you are on the go.

0:23 - The Trump administration just paused ... more

Keith McLaughlin and Amber Ruddy agree that one way or another, Albertans are heading toward a defining political moment involving some kind of reckoning around stay versus leave. A strange, chaotic last-minute legislative committee meeting has left ... more

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Recent Guests

Bob Joseph
Author of 21 Things You Need to Know About Indigenous Self-Government
Episode: Is Canada ready to move on from the Indian Act?
Dwight Newman
Professor of Law and Tier 1 Canada Research Chair in Rights, Communities and Constitutional Law at the University of Saskatchewan
University of Saskatchewan
Episode: The many jeopardies of federal Indigenous rights legislation
John Ibbitson
Journalist, former Globe and Mail correspondent, co-author
The Globe and Mail / Breaking Point authors
Episode: One year into Carney's government, has anything changed?
Kevin Birn
Oil analyst, Head of Carbon Research with S&P Global
S&P Global
Episode: Deal or no deal, energy markets may never return to normal
Jim Mitchell
Author, A New Blueprint for Government, reshaping power, the PMO and the Public Service
Dunne? (not specified)
Episode: Is Canada's government contributing to our nation's underperformance?
Kevin Lynch
Author, A New Blueprint for Government, reshaping power, the PMO and the Public Service
Dunne? (not specified)
Episode: Is Canada's government contributing to our nation's underperformance?
Yuan Yi Zhu
Assistant Professor of International Relations and International Law at Leiden University
Leiden University
Episode: Canada’s new governor general has a troubling track record when it comes to Israel
Art Korpach
Retired executive and Jaroslawski Fellow
Episode: Canada’s ‘real estate economy’ is costing us—here’s how
Laura Miller
Head of Public Policy and Communications at Uber Canada
Uber Canada
Episode: How provincial frameworks could unlock rideshare across Canada

Hosts

Sean Speer
Host and interviewer; Editor-at-large; co-host on multiple Hub programs
Rudyard Griffiths
Co-founder and editor-at-large; host of Hub Dialogues and related programs
Falice Chin
Host of Hub Hits; Alberta Bureau Chief; energy policy commentator
Tara Henley
Host and journalist; Hub contributor and analyst

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 451 ratings
  • Dumb and Dumber

    Two guys who have nothing to say. Their facts are unsubstantiated and they just blah, blah, blah. They act like Canada is a real country. The Hub-Garbage

    Apple Podcasts
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    JDC1591
    Canada11 days ago
  • Anne

    Canadian podcasts like The Hub are essential to Canadians and should be both supported and encouraged!! Fantastic job guys, keep it going!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    A Sad Canadian
    Canadaa month ago
  • Excellent

    Listening has become one of my daily rituals. Interesting topics and well balanced discussion. Keep it up!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AgamemnonsAshes
    Canada3 months ago
  • Finally a Balanced Perspective

    Great commentary. Glad it has daily releases.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Vic Otters
    Canada4 months ago
  • Gross AI narration

    Gross AI narration of articles on their site, passed on as a real podcast. No thank you. Do it properly.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    rtown
    Canada5 months ago

Listeners Say

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High-caliber guest lineup and civil, in-depth discussions are frequently praised.
AI narration and automated reading of headlines draws mixed reactions.
Content is considered insightful for understanding policy implications and economics.
Balanced Canadian perspective with thoughtful analysis.
Some listeners accuse bias or partisanship in coverage and commentary.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#19
Canada/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#48
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

How provincial frameworks could unlock rideshare across Canada
Q: How could provinces balance municipal autonomy with the need for standardized rules to ensure safety and consumer protection?
A baseline set of safety, insurance, and licensing standards at the provincial level can coexist with local administration, avoiding the worst of bylaw sprawl while meeting citizen mobility needs.
How provincial frameworks could unlock rideshare across Canada
Q: What have you seen in provinces that adopted provincial frameworks, and what benefits do they bring to underserved areas?
Provincial frameworks expand service into rural and remote communities, create consistent safety and licensing standards, and reduce the inefficiencies drivers face when switching between municipalities.
How provincial frameworks could unlock rideshare across Canada
Q: What is the current reality of ride-sharing access across Canada and why does it matter for drivers and riders?
The service is highly dependent on postal code due to municipal-by-mylaw fragmentation, which limits access in rural areas and complicates earnings for drivers who cannot operate across municipal borders.
Is Canada's government contributing to our nation's underperformance?
Q: What level of ambition exists inside the government to tackle these challenges, and what should Canadians look for as signs they're serious about fixing them?
There is a recognized need for renewed focus and a willingness to pursue targeted reforms, with early indicators including program reviews, simplification of agencies, and a clearer federal lane on priority issues like productivity and internal trade barriers.
Is Canada's government contributing to our nation's underperformance?
Q: So what's your book about?
The book analyzes why government has underperformed in Canada for the last 20 years, pointing to seven corrosive imbalances and arguing for systemic changes that improve delivery, accountability, and the balance between political leadership and professional public service advice.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Hub Podcasts

What is Hub Podcasts about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on longform conversations about Canadian politics, governance, energy policy, and international affairs, often with a pragmatic, center-to-center-right lens. Episodes feature prominent policy thinkers, economists, and journalists who dissect budgets, energy markets, geopolitical developments, and media coverage, aiming for thoughtful, evidence-based dialogue rather than partisan shouting. A standout trait is the breadth of high-caliber guests—from global policy analysts to industry experts—paired with rigorous debate and a clear emphasis on practical implications for policy and business. The format blends deep dives with timely roundtables, making it appealing to listeners who want nuanced context behind headlines and a Ca... more

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2. The Herle Burly
3. Curse of Politics
4. The Bridge with Peter Mansbridge
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1. Bob Joseph
2. Dwight Newman
3. John Ibbitson
4. Kevin Birn
5. Jim Mitchell
6. Kevin Lynch
7. Yuan Yi Zhu
8. Art Korpach

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