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Playbook Canada

Politico
Mark Carney
Canada
Pierre Poilievre
Conservative Party
Donald Trump
Budget Negotiations
China
Public Service Alliance Of Canada
Ottawa
Liberal Party
Elizabeth May
Climate Change
COP Climate Conference
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith
Canadian Economy
Pierre Poliev
Pipelines
U.S.
Parliament Hill
India

Each week, POLITICO’s Nick Taylor-Vaisey and Mickey Djuric bring to life the stories that are driving the news in Ottawa and beyond — drawing on their deep reporting from Parliament Hill and across the provinces to reveal the characters and conflicts that are shaping Canada’s future.

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Cowboy hats, cowboy boots and big buckles: Nick Taylor-Vaisey and Mickey Djuric record on location at the Calgary Stampede, where this year’s celebrations are politically charged amid sharp grievances. One test to be decided: Can a pipeline soothe a ... more

A new POLITICO international poll finds voters everywhere fed up with their incumbents. Not in Canada. Nick Taylor-Vaisey and Mickey Djuric talk to Seb Wride of Public First about why Mark Carney is bucking the trend, why Canadians are loving the fla... more

A special summer edition of Playbook Canada: Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen, fresh off flying around the moon on Artemis II, joins Nick Taylor-Vaisey and Mickey Djuric for a five-chapter conversation. He talks about why a first pitch at the Rogers ... more

Mark Carney went from the candidate nobody thought could win to majority prime minister in little more than a year. A new POLITICO Magazine feature co-authored by our own Nick Taylor-Vaisey traces how he pulled it off. Nick and Mickey Djuric run thro... more

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Recent Guests

Jeremy Hansen
Astronaut, Royal Canadian Air Force veteran
Canadian Space Agency / NASA mission
Episode: Jeremy Hansen on moon joy and cancel culture
Alex Burns
Senior Executive Editor, North America
POLITICO
Episode: Carney rode the wave Trump never saw coming | Melissa Lantsman talks Jays
Melissa Lantsman
Deputy Leader of the Conservative Party
Conservative Party of Canada
Episode: Carney rode the wave Trump never saw coming | Melissa Lantsman talks Jays
John Concannon
Ireland's ambassador to Canada
Ireland's Embassy in Ottawa
Episode: Poilievre called Canada broken. Now he’s selling hope | John Concannon
Kevin Bosch
Managing Partner at Sandstone Group; longtime Ottawa political operative
Sandstone Group
Episode: Recession obsession | Plus, an insider’s guide to Ottawa
Fabien Curto Millet
Google Chief Economist
Google
Episode: Special edition: AI can boost Canada’s struggling economy | Google economist Fabien Curto Millet
Anthony Latier
Host of Playbook Paris, Paris politics expert
Playbook Paris / Politico
Episode: Goodbye Steven Guilbeault, hello razor-thin majority | A Politico Paris Pod
Erin O'Toole
Former leader of the Conservative Party of Canada (2020-2022)
Conservative Party of Canada
Episode: Little irritants, big deadline | Erin O'Toole
Brian Platt
Incoming Ottawa bureau chief for Bloomberg News
Bloomberg News
Episode: A deal for Alberta | Cabinet shuffle whispers

Hosts

Nick Taylor-Vaisey
Host of Playbook Canada; builds on POLITICO Canada reporting from Parliament Hill and provinces.
Mickey Djuric
Co-host of Playbook Canada; contributes insider perspective and reporting.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 41 ratings
  • definitely try if you haven't already

    its a very good podcast! it was lots of good information and presents it well. i suggested it to many people. please keep me updated!! 😁

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    5
    🦆🫠🧳
    Canada6 months ago
  • Great pod if you follow Canadian politics. It's like having a friend who roams the halls of Ottawa getting the behind the scenes scoops and gossip.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Mike F4
    7 months ago
  • Thorough analysis - Updated

    I really enjoyed this first episode. I was expecting a bit of bias since a liberal MP was invited but pleasantly surprised to hear the hosts being accurate with every segment they touched.

    Update after the second episode:

    Mickey Djuric can do a bit more to sound less biased. Her words always sugarcoat Liberals while subtly shading the Conservatives especially Pierre.

    Would love to have less bias.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Alexandre_Is_Here
    Canada8 months ago
  • Love this

    Just what Canada needs!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Doctorwho2222222
    United States8 months ago
  • The Cdn poli show we need

    From the first episode, Playbook gives a perfect mix of news and commentary from hosts who know the Hill and go beyond the surface. Looking forward to making this show part of my ongoing news intake.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Soniccinos
    Canada8 months ago

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Listeners praise the show for its clear insider perspective and practical take on Ottawa politics.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Jeremy Hansen on moon joy and cancel culture
Q: Would you ever consider entering politics based on your experiences and public profile?
He said no at the moment, cautioning that political life is challenging and not something he anticipates, while expressing respect for leaders and the role they play.
Jeremy Hansen on moon joy and cancel culture
Q: After returning to Earth, what has your view of the Moon and spacechanged most?
He described the lasting perspective of seeing Earth as a whole from space, along with vivid memories of lunar features, which reinforced the value of unity and collective effort.
Jeremy Hansen on moon joy and cancel culture
Q: What gives you more anxiety, launching into space or throwing a strike in front of thousands of baseball fans at the Rogers Centre?
He said throwing the baseball is the bigger anxiety, but he views it as a learning opportunity and a way to demonstrate resilience under pressure.
Poilievre called Canada broken. Now he’s selling hope | John Concannon
Q: Prime Minister Carney has been to your residence more than any other. What's the secret to getting a Canadian Prime Minister to keep coming back?
Concannon attributes it to shared Irish heritage and strong personal connections, noting the Prime Minister's St. Patrick's Day engagements and ongoing cultural diplomacy as key factors.
Poilievre called Canada broken. Now he’s selling hope | John Concannon
Q: You were centrally involved in Ireland's campaign for a UN Security Council seat. Has anybody given you a hard time about that since you arrived in Ottawa?
Concannon says Ireland is proud to have won, notes there was room for only one candidate, and emphasizes the strong, ongoing collaboration with Canada despite the competition.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Playbook Canada

What is Playbook Canada about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on Canadian politics with insider-level analysis of Parliament Hill, provincial dynamics, and cross-border implications. Hosts mix fast-moving news, policy debates, and expert interviews with a knack for behind-the-scenes storytelling, often weaving in cultural touchpoints and international context. A recurring strength is balancing brisk reporting with long-form conversations from a wide network of guests, spanning ministers, insiders, business leaders, and international perspectives. Listeners can expect timely takes on budget, trade, energy, and governance, plus occasional deep dives into space, AI, and digital policy that broaden the usual political beat. A few standout traits include sharp on-site reporting, candid ban... more

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2. Alex Burns
3. Melissa Lantsman
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