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Hub Podcasts

Hub Canada Media
Canada
Donald Trump
NATO
China
Immigration
Antisemitism
Foreign Policy
Xi Jinping
US Tariffs
Beijing
Fentanyl
Doug Ford
Pierre Poilievre
Ukraine
Pharmacare
Economy
Weimar Germany
Latin America and the Caribbean
Housing Regulation
Human Rights

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

PublishesDailyEpisodes1705Founded4 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.

0:21 - The Hub turns 5—and we're just gettin... more

Rudyard Griffiths and Sean Speer discuss Conservative MP Marilyn Gladu's crossing over to Carney's Liberal party, marking the fifth floor-crossing this parliamentary session. They examine what this new development reveals about the prime minister's r... 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.

0:21 - Canada can’t be an energy superpower ... more

Dave Snow, an associate professor at the University of Guelph, examines police clearance rates and reveals a troubling decade-long trend: fewer crimes are being resolved across all provinces. He explores potential causes, including rising violent cri... more

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Recent Guests

Art Korpach
Retired executive and former Jaroslawski Fellow
The Hub / TheHub.ca
Episode: Canadians are leaving at record levels. Can anyone solve it?
Stephen Shear
Former Reuters Ottawa Bureau Chief; Uber driver in Virginia, writer
Reuters (former)
Episode: Trump is giving media his phone number—most accessible president ever?
Stephen Staley
Director of Fault Lines for The Hub
The Hub
Episode: One year of Trump’s tariffs—are they working?
Jennifer Keesmaat
Former chief city planner of Toronto; President & CEO, Collecdev
Collecdev
Episode: Jennifer Keesmaat on the case for going all in on modern methods of construction
Mike Holden
VP of Policy and Chief Economist
Business Council of Alberta
Episode: Why Canada's investment problem runs deeper than red tape
Alicia Planicic
Director of Policy and Economics
Business Council of Alberta
Episode: Why Canada's investment problem runs deeper than red tape
Peter Milobar
BC MLA for Kamloops Centre; Shadow Minister of Finance; leadership candidate
BC Conservative Party
Episode: Why Peter Milobar wants to be the next leader of the BC Conservatives
Michal Cotler-Wunsh
Chief Executive of the International Legal Forum
International Legal Forum
Episode: Avi Lewis has it backwards on corporate taxes
Richard Marceau
Senior Vice President of Strategic Initiatives and General Counsel at the Center for Israel and Jewish Affairs
Center for Israel and Jewish Affairs
Episode: Avi Lewis has it backwards on corporate taxes

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 442 ratings
  • Excellent

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AgamemnonsAshes
    Canada2 months ago
  • Finally a Balanced Perspective

    Great commentary. Glad it has daily releases.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Vic Otters
    Canada2 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
    Canada4 months ago
  • American corporate propaganda

    This podcast is pushing an anti Canadian and anti socialist agenda. The aspect of Canada that are socialist are what make our country great. For profit healthcare only serves to make Americans rich. Provides less services, takes healthcare workers out of the public system and makes all healthcare more expensive. This is the reason the United States spends twice as much on healthcare per Person. Studies have shown that the United States despite spending over double has Significantly higher mortal... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    T3DDY123456789
    Canada5 months ago
  • Humans good ai bad

    The hosted shows are well produced and very insightful. The ai headlines are very difficult to engage with. I have tried to listen to these episodes multiple times but I can’t maintain focus on the ai voice. Please get a human reader!

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    theeandthem
    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
#36
Canada/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#117
Canada/News
Apple Podcasts
#198
South Korea/News/Politics

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Why Peter Milobar wants to be the next leader of the BC Conservatives
Q: What do you see as the most important priorities for BC if you become leader?
He emphasizes fiscal discipline, growing the private sector, reforming taxes, and ensuring government spending does not crowd out private enterprise, while also addressing housing, crime, education, and health system efficiency.
Why Peter Milobar wants to be the next leader of the BC Conservatives
Q: Why did you switch from BC United to the BC Conservatives and what makes you comfortable leading the party now?
Milobar explains that BC United effectively stopped existing as a party and that the Conservatives aligned more with his principles and priorities for his constituents, making the switch a straightforward decision to continue advocating on core issues.
Jennifer Keesmaat on the case for going all in on modern methods of construction
Q: Is modular housing a temporary fix or a systemic solution for housing supply?
MMC has the potential to be systemic, but requires coordinated reforms across financing, approvals, and site readiness; pilots must give way to scalable delivery.
Jennifer Keesmaat on the case for going all in on modern methods of construction
Q: What misperceptions do policymakers have about MMC and how can they be challenged?
Perception is a major barrier; MMC is not just temporary, low-quality modules but can be high-design, high-quality housing that integrates with urban fabric and delivers scale when policies move beyond pilots to system-wide adoption.
Why Canada's investment problem runs deeper than red tape
Q: What role do indigenous consultations play in the reform plan?
Indigenous consultations should be thorough but efficient, with a two-year maximum to prevent endless delays while ensuring meaningful engagement and avoiding legal challenges.

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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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1. The Munk Debates Podcast
2. The Herle Burly
3. Curse of Politics
4. The Bridge with Peter Mansbridge
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Hub Podcasts launched 4 years ago and published 1705 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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1. Art Korpach
2. Stephen Shear
3. Stephen Staley
4. Jennifer Keesmaat
5. Mike Holden
6. Alicia Planicic
7. Peter Milobar
8. Michal Cotler-Wunsh

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