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Playbook Canada

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

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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Nick Taylor-Vaisey and Mickey Djuric connect the players and politics moving between Ottawa and British Columbia’s snap election. Ambassador-designate Jonathan Wilkinson shares what’s next in Canada’s courtship with the European Union. Plus, a 200-se... more

Today on Playbook Canada, Politico’s Jack Blanchard borrows Mickey Djuric’s chair to speak with Nick Taylor Vaisey about the Canada-EU lovefest inside the European Parliament. They dissect the politics on both sides of the Atlantic. They came, they s... more

The U.S. strikes back at Canada's counter-tariffs. Nick Taylor-Vaisey and Mickey Djuric sift through the government's response, the politics at play and how one company with Bombardier in its name got caught in the crosshairs; Philippe J. Fournier ma... more

The Alberta MP who stepped aside for Pierre Poilievre in Battle River—Crowfoot sits down with Mickey Djuric to tackle the big questions facing the country: What does it mean to be Canadian? What does it mean to be Albertan? And why are these separati... more

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Recent Guests

Dan Albas
Conservative MP for Okanagan Lake West-South Column a
Conservative Party of Canada
Episode: Opportunity knocks. Eby answers | Plus, Dan Albas
Ryan Heath
Launch Editor of Political Australia and driving force behind Can Bear a Playbook
Political Australia / Can Bear a Playbook
Episode: Canada has its Europe moment
David Cohen
Former U.S. ambassador to Canada
U.S. Department of State
Episode: The U.S. strikes back, Canada holds its fire | David Cohen
Damien Kurek
Former MP for Battle River—Crowfoot, Alberta
Conservative Party of Canada
Episode: Damien Kurek on why Alberta feels unheard
Tim Tierney
President of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities
Federation of Canadian Municipalities
Episode: Carney and the politics of concessions
Ian Brodie
Professor of Political Science at the University of Calgary; former Chief of Staff to Stephen Harper
University of Calgary; former Prime Minister Stephen Harper's Chief of Staff
Episode: Ian Brodie on the right, and very wrong, way to engage Alberta
Jason Kenney
Former premier of Alberta, former Harper cabinet minister
United Conservative Party (Alberta)
Episode: Separatism becomes Alberta's forever wedge | Jason Kenney
Deborah Yedlin
President and CEO of the Calgary Chamber of Commerce
Calgary Chamber of Commerce
Episode: Alberta debates, investment waits | Deborah Yedlin
Jenni Byrne
Conservative strategist and longtime Harper-era operative
Conservative Party of Canada
Episode: Danielle Smith, national unity champion? | Jenni Byrne talks Alberta separatism

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

4.7 out of 5 stars from 69 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!! 😁

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    🦆🫠🧳
    Canada9 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
    9 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
    Canadaa year ago
  • Love this

    Just what Canada needs!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Doctorwho2222222
    United Statesa year 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
    Canadaa year ago

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Some listeners note perceived biases and prefer less partisan framing.
Audience frequently mentions high-profile guests and engaging banter between hosts.
Listeners praise the show for its clear insider perspective and practical take on Ottawa politics.

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Canada has its Europe moment
Q: Can you set us up?
This signals preparing the audience to get the context for the EU discussion and Carney's appearance, framing the EU-membership conversation and the reactions to it.
Canada has its Europe moment
Q: And what was the biggest announcement made for the people in the room, Nick?
The biggest announcements centered on expanding the Productivity Mega-Deduction, allowing more immediate tax write-offs for capital investments, aimed at making Canada more investible and attractive relative to other jurisdictions.
Carney and the politics of concessions
Q: How might provincial premiers' varying goals affect the trade negotiations?
Premiers may push for hard concessions on certain sectors to protect their industries, while others seek to protect supply management or gain favorable terms for their constituents, making a unified national approach more complex.
Carney and the politics of concessions
Q: Mickey, what kind of challenge does this present to the government?
The poll and political dynamics suggest Carney must navigate diverse provincial priorities, maintain a hard line on concessions, and manage expectations across parties while avoiding policies that could harm provincial industries.
Ian Brodie on the right, and very wrong, way to engage Alberta
Q: What role does the Remain side need to play in the near term?
The Remain side should organize multiple campaigns to appeal to diverse groups within Alberta, avoid a single, monolithic message, and focus on portraying Canada growing together rather than pitting regions against each other.

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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. Ryan Heath
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4. Damien Kurek
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6. Ian Brodie
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