On The Ledge - your Ontario politics podcast
Dave Trafford and iContact ProductionsThe Ledge, n: slang for the legislature. Mostly used by members of the legislative press gallery. On the Ledge posts weekly when the Ontario Legislature is sitting. But there have been times when we've had to "recall" the Ledge for an emergency session to address pressing matters of Ontario politics when Queen's Park isn't sitting!Our OTL team includes former Ontario Premier, Kathleen Wynne, forme... more
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 357 | Founded | 8 years ago |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Listeners | Categories | NewsNews CommentaryPolitics | |||
Listen to this Podcast
Latest Episodes
Host: Dave Trafford
Guests: John Wright (CEO, Canada Pulse Insights), Kathleen Wynne (Former Premier of Ontario), Keith Leslie (CHTV, veteran Queen’s Park observer)
This week’s episode captures a fast-moving and volatile moment at Queen’s Park, anch... more
This week on On the Ledge, the panel navigates a rapidly shifting political landscape—both globally and at home. The conversation opens with the escalating instability in the Middle East, examining the geopolitical uncertainty surrounding Iran, cease... more
AN OTL BONUS DROP!
This week on Now and Next, Dave Trafford and the comms and strategy team break down the stories shaping Canada’s political and media landscape.
Guests: Bob Reid - Broadway Strategy & Communications; Lindsay Broadhead - Broadhead ... more
Dave Trafford is joined by Kathleen Wynne, Tim Hudak, John Wright, Keith Leslie.
This episode opens with a rare moment of collective optimism as the panel reflects on the Artemis II launch and the sense of wonder it inspired—especially for younger g... more
Key Facts
Similar Podcasts
People also subscribe to these shows.
Recent Guests
Host
Reviews
- Always enjoy this
Love it but John Tory? Quit in disgrace, cost TO a fortune for an early election. Bought votes through infrastructure maintenance and low taxes only for the next mayor to have to eat his mistakes and cost all of us a fortune. He has no credibility. You couldn’t get anybody better?
Apple Podcasts4Originale1
Canadaa year ago - Audio needs to be fixed
Volume difference between host and guests is too big. You end up having to play with the volume constantly. Good content.
Apple Podcasts4TheBlueCanoeCanadaa year ago - Audio levels
In recent episodes, audio levels differ greatly between the host and guests. I can hardly hear Hudak.and Wynn. I love the podcast at this sound issue makes it very hard to listen to.
Apple Podcasts3OhTHATDSCanadaa year ago - Fix the audio quality!
Great discussions but the audio quality - especially of the guests calling in - is SO poor. Give your guests a proper mic please
Apple Podcasts4hevwjxyCanadaa year ago - Awesome show!
I will listen to all episodes just to hear what Dave’s opinion. Keep up the great work!
Apple Podcasts5The WoodreauCanada2 years ago
Listeners Say
Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.
Top Politics Podcasts
Talking Points
Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.
Audience Metrics
Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.
| Listeners per Episode | |
|---|---|
| Gender Skew | |
| Location | |
| Interests | |
| Professions | |
| Age Range | |
| Household Income | |
| Social Media Reach |
Frequently Asked Questions About On The Ledge
What is On The Ledge about and what kind of topics does it cover?
A roundtable focused on Ontario politics, policy, and governance, with frequent debates on provincial education, healthcare funding, and regional issues like Niagara amalgamation. Episodes feature former premiers, party leaders, journalists, and policy analysts who dissect strategy, messaging, and the practical implications of government decisions for Queen's Park and beyond. Noteworthy traits include high-caliber guest lineups, candid discussions about accountability and governance, and a recurring emphasis on how provincial decisions intersect with local impacts and public perception. This show is likely to appeal to political junkies, policy wonks, public affairs professionals, and media/PR folks seeking insider context and strategic vie... more
Where can I find podcast stats for On The Ledge?
Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for On The Ledge. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to On The Ledge and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.
How many listeners does On The Ledge get?
Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for On The Ledge, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.
What are the audience demographics for On The Ledge?
Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for On The Ledge, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.
How many subscribers and views does On The Ledge have?
To see how many followers or subscribers On The Ledge has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.
Which podcasts are similar to On The Ledge?
These podcasts share a similar audience with On The Ledge:
1. #onpoli, a TVO podcast
2. NOW and NEXT
3. Curse of Politics
4. The Herle Burly
5. The Bridge with Peter Mansbridge
How many episodes of On The Ledge are there?
On The Ledge launched 8 years ago and published 357 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
How do I contact On The Ledge?
Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.
Where can I see ratings and reviews for On The Ledge?
Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for On The Ledge from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.
View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.
How do I access podcast episode transcripts for On The Ledge?
Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of On The Ledge. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.
What guests have appeared on On The Ledge?
Recent guests on On The Ledge include:
1. Kathleen Wynne
2. Tim Hudak
3. Keith Leslie
4. Jessica Smith Cross
5. Dave Trafford
6. Jessica Smith-Cross
7. John Wright
8. Scott Clancy
To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.