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The Big Five Podcast

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Montreal
Canada
Donald Trump
Quebec Politics
Justin Trudeau
Mark Carney
CAQ
Parti Québécois
Quebec
Montreal, Canada
Québec Solidaire
Montreal Canadiens
Canada-U.s. Tariff Trade War
OQLF
Paul St-Pierre Plamondon
Liberal Party Of Canada
Christine Fréchette
Montreal, Quebec
Bill 96
Doug Ford

The Big Five is the quintessential Montreal podcast, and the best way to get caught up on the top stories impacting the city. Every weekday, host Elias Makos and a roster of Montreal thought leaders debate and inform.

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Joining Elias on this morning's show were Paul Gott, Lead singer and guitarist for Montreal Punk Rock band the Ripcordz and a journalism professor at Concordia, and Meeker Guerrier, Commentator at Noovo and RDS.

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Joining Elias on this morning's show were Caroline Codsi, Founder & Chief Equity Officer, Women in Governance, and Graham Singh, CEO of Releven.

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Joining Elias on this morning's show were: Dan Delmar, Co-founder of the content marketing firm TNKR Media and co-host of the podcast Inspiring Entrepreneurs Canada, and Tasha Kheiriddin, a writer and commentator for the National Post, GZero Media, a... more

Joining Elias on this morning's show were Raphaël Melançon, political analyst for CTV Montreal and CJAD 800, and columnist for the Montreal Gazette, and Akil Alleyne, Reporter and commentator with extensive experience analysing legal, political, and ... more

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Lea Streliski
Best-selling author, comedian, columnist
Self / Zoom guest on show
Episode: Canada one step closer to the EU. Plus: Politics and sports collide at the World Cup
Massimo Likis
PastaGate whistleblower, former Buonanotte owner
Buonanotte, PastaGate media coverage
Episode: Mayor pushes for tougher gun laws, and there will not be an english provincial debate
Chef Ricardo
Chef Ricardo, Quebecois culinary figure
IGA Quebec
Episode: Mayor pushes for tougher gun laws, and there will not be an english provincial debate
Océane Corbin
PhD student in communications at UQAM, expert on online misogyny
Université du Québec à Montréal (UQAM)
Episode: The fallout from yesterday’s fatal shooting and The Parti Qebecois' blue sovereignty book
Yann Lafrenière
Quebec's public security minister
Quebec government
Episode: The fallout from yesterday’s fatal shooting and The Parti Qebecois' blue sovereignty book
Jimmy Zubris
Montreal businessman, longtime activist, former special advisor to former mayor Valerie Plante
Montreal business/activism
Episode: Hundreds and hundreds of homes in the greater Montreal area were flooded on Saturday. Who’s to blame? Plus: The province has appointed an independent observer to oversee the investigation into racism allegations at a Montreal North police station.
Jonathan Kalis
Senior vice president, Advantage in Government Relations and strategic communications firm, former advisor to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau
Government relations/Strategic communications
Episode: Hundreds and hundreds of homes in the greater Montreal area were flooded on Saturday. Who’s to blame? Plus: The province has appointed an independent observer to oversee the investigation into racism allegations at a Montreal North police station.
Mesut Baku
Guest panelist introduced on air
Episode: Another Quebec law that makes things worse. Plus: The end of ‘Hockey Night in Canada’ as we know it
Christine Frichette
Premier of Quebec
Government of Quebec
Episode: The Premier gives a on-on-one interview on CJAD, Plus: Montreal Police cracksdown on its own officers in Montreal North.

Host

Elias Makos
Host of engaging debates and discussions on current events and political issues relevant to Montreal and beyond.

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 25 ratings
  • Elias is always on point!

    Love this show as a quick cadence of what’s going on in our world. Elias is a great communicator and steers the conversation with relevant topics!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TonyBruneauB
    Canadaa year ago
  • Smart, funny, Montreal

    Part of my daily podcast listening. Elias is hilarious!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NickyZ86
    Canada5 years ago
  • Fantastic Montreal Podcast

    Probably the best Montreal-centric podcast out there. Elias is very entertaining with his guests. Must follow!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JimMTL36
    Canada5 years ago
  • refreshing and lively discussion about local topics

    I've been listening to The Big Five for a couple of weeks now and I've got to say it's refreshing to hear a discussion between people who don't agree on everything and that doesn't rely on one person being an arch-convservative. Elias and Trudie don't always agree but they're thoughtful and sensible and rely on facts and science for their opinions on things instead of rhetoric and truthiness. It's become part of my dog walking routine every afternoon and a great way to catch up on local issues i... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    rcloss
    Canada6 years ago

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Audiences find the podcast vital for understanding the complex dynamics of Montreal's political landscape.
The host is praised for his ability to engage guests and steer conversations through a variety of perspectives, reflecting a well-rounded approach to local issues.
Listeners appreciate the quick cadence of local news and political discussions, finding the content informative and timely.

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#47
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#180
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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The end of the Justin Trudeau era. Plus: Montreal’s continuing war on fun.
Q: How do you view the flurry of appointments and announcements made by Trudeau's government before leaving?
Meeker expresses discomfort with the timing of the appointments, yet acknowledges that some actions needed to progress, specifically mentioning the high-speed train.
The end of the Justin Trudeau era. Plus: Montreal’s continuing war on fun.
Q: What would you consider Justin Trudeau's biggest failure over the last decade?
Andrew highlights Trudeau's failure to defend the Constitution and his underwhelming reaction to challenges against it.
Prime Minister Mark Carney and his “war cabinet.” Plus: Is the solution to Quebec’s budget crunch more taxes?
Q: What are the implications of higher sales tax in Quebec?
It's a non-starter as Quebec already has high sales taxes and the deficiency is more about reduced revenue than increased spending.
Prime Minister Mark Carney and his “war cabinet.” Plus: Is the solution to Quebec’s budget crunch more taxes?
Q: Should Carney get to an election quickly?
Yes, to gain democratic legitimacy since he hasn't been elected yet and to combat perceptions against him.
Prime Minister Mark Carney and his “war cabinet.” Plus: Is the solution to Quebec’s budget crunch more taxes?
Q: What do you say about Mark Carney's cabinet and its composition?
There's a need for a much smaller cabinet and public service in Canada, as the current system has grown too large and inefficient.

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This podcast presents a dynamic discussion platform where notable voices from Montreal engage in lively debates about current events, politics, and issues impacting the city. The episodes frequently explore topics such as local governance, Canadian politics, cultural identity, and social issues, with a particular emphasis on the intricacies of the Canadian political landscape and the relationship with international affairs. Unique to this podcast is its dedication to featuring diverse perspectives, which often sparks engaging debates and provides listeners with a well-rounded view on complex issues.

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1. Lea Streliski
2. Massimo Likis
3. Chef Ricardo
4. Océane Corbin
5. Yann Lafrenière
6. Jimmy Zubris
7. Jonathan Kalis
8. Mesut Baku

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