
The Hatchet is a podcast and newsletter dedicated to exposing power and money in Canada. Hosted by Arshy Mann, The Hatchet delivers important, original and fascinating journalism about how this country actually works, in a way that no one else can. hatchetmedia.ca
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 58 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | BusinessNews | |||

Allowing big, private money to buy up chunks of our airports has been a long-held neo-liberal dream in Canada. Kim Campbell proposed it during her short-lived government, as did Justin Trudeau in 2017.
They were both hoping to follow in the example ... more
The Toronto police have had a rough few months.
Back in May, while the police service was still reeling from the fallout of the worst corruption scandal in recent history, three off-duty TPS officers were arrested in Barcelona, Spain.
In typical fa... more
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If you were an openly gay man in Toronto in 1980, chances are that you would’ve thought that life was getting better.
After all, the last decade had seen so much progres... more
The Montreal police have arrested and charged the friends of an unarmed teenage boy who was shot and killed by the Longueuil police last year. Meanwhile, the police officer who killed Nooran Rezayi is a free man.
The whole thing stinks of a cover-up... more
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I first started listening to Arshy when he was doing Commons. I’m glad he left because I can no longer support anyone associated with the Canadaland brand. This podcast is even better than Commons, and it was excellent.
Important independent Canadian journalism.
Irregular posting of episodes. Ultimately makes the content feel irrelevant. Great effort with ineffective execution. Not only boring, but hard to follow. It feels like they assumed success instead of d of earning it from a dedicated audience. Unfortunately bad.
It’s been a while since I found quality Canada journalism and this is definitely what the country needs. I highly recommend listening.
Must listen for anyone interested in how capital influences Canada
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This program consistently covers the power dynamics and money flows shaping Canada, with a focus on corporate concentration, regulatory gaps, and public accountability. Episodes skew toward in-depth investigations—ranging from monopolies and financial crime to policing, Indigenous rights, and political strategy—often featuring frontline reporting and expert guests who illuminate how systems work and who benefits. A notable throughline is rigorous research paired with thoughtful critique of institutions, making it a strong fit for listeners who want context on Canada's economic and political power structures and how they intersect with everyday life.
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