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Montreal Now with Aaron Rand Podcast

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Donald Trump
Pierre Poilievre
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Christine Fréchette
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United States
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Francois Legault
Social Media
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Montreal, Canada
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Aaron Rand gets Montrealers through the end their work day with the latest news and compelling conversation. The show includes analysis from former NDP leader Tom Mulcair and The Montreal Gazette’s James Mennie. Also expect a laugh or a challenge with the Empire Gold News Quiz!

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Justine McIntyre, Co-Founder of Civica Strategies and former city councillor

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Political analyst David Heurtel is an attorney. He is a former Québec liberal cabinet minister and CEO of Montreal’s Olympic Park. He can be heard regularly on Montreal Now with Aaron Rand.

Mandi Robertson, host of CJAD 800’s Unwined, Saturday’s from 11am-12pm

Anna Goldfarb, journalist, author, and friendship expert

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Recent Guests

Marie-Philip Poulin
Captain of Montreal Victoire, Canadian hockey player
Montreal Victoire
Episode: Montreal Victoire captain Marie-Philip Poulin reflects on Walter Cup win
Leslie Roberts
City councillor for the district in Peter McGill
City of Montreal
Episode: Montreal restaurateur takes matters into his own hands following pro-Palestinian protest
Danielle Smith
Premier of Alberta
Alberta Government
Episode: Reid: What Danielle Smith is doing is similar to Brexit
Benoît Lamarche
Scientific Director of the University of Laval's Nutrition Centre
Université Laval
Episode: New study on food trends in Quebec paints worrying picture. Here's why
Frédéric Lapointe
President of Mouvement national des Québécois
Mouvement national des Québécois
Episode: Meet the sovereignist building bridges between francophone and anglophone Quebecers
Brett Andrews
Co-founder of Expatsi
Expatsi
Episode: Meet the man behind the company helping Americans leave the U.S.
Russell Muirhead
Author and political philosopher, co-author of A Lot of People Are Saying
Author, Co-author of A Lot of People Are Saying
Episode: Why are conspiracy theories still so rampant in the U.S.?
Gad Saad
Professor emeritus, Concordia University; author of Suicidal Empathy
Concordia University (formerly) / University of Mississippi (new position)
Episode: Montreal professor blames 'parasitic taxation,' weather for his choice to move to the U.S.
Engelbert Humperdinck
Singer with a global career spanning several decades
Episode: Engelbert Humperdink: I can't wait for my Montreal concert in October!

Hosts

Trudie Mason
Host of and contributor to the program, often stepping in for main hosts.
Aaron Rand
Co-host and main host, leads discussions and interviews.
Trudy
Host of the show; appears across episodes.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 14 ratings
  • Topic-based episodes are helpful

    Newer listener and I’m assuming I’m skewing younger within the typical listener demographics.

    I’m enjoying the podcast so far, especially that each episode is focused on specific topics vs a longer episode covering many things. This does clutter up my podcast feed a bit but I like that I can pick and choose the topics that I’m interested in. I appreciate having an English source of current news within Montreal that I don’t need to use tools to translate.

    I gave 3 stars because the hosts seem... more

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Production background noise and mic/office ambience mentioned by some listeners.
Guests with strong expertise are valued for credibility and depth.
English-language, Montreal-focused current events provide useful context for non-French speakers.
Topic-based episodes are helpful and focused on specific subjects.
Some listeners note hosts occasionally interrupt guests during interviews.

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#38
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#117
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#159
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#209
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Montreal Victoire captain Marie-Philip Poulin reflects on Walter Cup win
Q: Do you think you'll be playing next year, and what would you want fans to know about your plans?
Poulin indicated a strong desire to continue playing and to celebrate the moment with teammates, with plans to see how she feels physically and emotionally as the season progresses.
Montreal Victoire captain Marie-Philip Poulin reflects on Walter Cup win
Q: Did you anticipate the league's growth and a new franchise emerging when you started playing?
Poulin expressed belief in the movement and noted that dedication from players and fans helped rebuild the league, leading to this notable moment in its history.
Montreal Victoire captain Marie-Philip Poulin reflects on Walter Cup win
Q: What comes next for you after such an emotionally and physically demanding season?
Poulin said she plans to enjoy the moment and hasn't decided on the next year yet, mentioning the Olympics as part of the season's context and hinting at future possibilities.
Montreal Victoire captain Marie-Philip Poulin reflects on Walter Cup win
Q: What happened in the third period last night that changed the outcome of the game?
Poulin explained that the team stayed patient, trusted their defense, and capitalized on momentum shifts, with key plays and a late surge sealing the win.
Why are conspiracy theories still so rampant in the U.S.?
Q: Which way forward do you see given the acceleration of conspiracism through social media?
The guest suggests reducing screen time, increasing in-person interactions, and grounding information in credible, verifiable sources as a way to counteract the rapid spread of unfounded claims.

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The show focuses on Canadian politics, Montreal-specific issues, and timely international developments, often pairing political analysis with on-the-ground reporting. Episodes frequently feature former party leaders, Canadian political journalists, and subject-matter experts in cybersecurity, technology, and public policy, with discussions ranging from regional governance and immigration to Middle East affairs and infrastructure. A notable trait is its habit of mixing sharp political analysis with in-studio debates and timely guest perspectives, sometimes peppered with live updates on local issues and sponsor segments. This mix makes it useful for listeners who want quick, topic-driven briefings on politics, policy, and current events, with... more

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3. Danielle Smith
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7. Russell Muirhead
8. Gad Saad

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