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The Herle Burly

Air Quotes Media
Canada
Donald Trump
NDP
Canadian Economy
Justin Trudeau
Mark Carney
Kamala Harris
Tariffs
Healthcare
Climate Change
Ontario
Cost Of Living
Liberal Party
Housing
Canadian Politics
Economic Growth
Liberal Party Of Canada
Alberta
Economy
Budget

The Herle Burly podcast is a commotion of insights, arguments, opinions, and an impossibly loud laugh or two, hosted by David Herle.

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The Herle Burly was created by Air Quotes Media with support from our presenting sponsor TELUS, as well as CN Rail.

Greetings, you curiouser and curiouser Herle Burly-ites! This one's for anyone tired of the heat-with-no-light that passes for policy... more

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The Herle Burly was created by Air Quotes Media with support from our presenting sponsor TELUS, as well as CN Rail.

Greetings, you curiouser and curiouser Herle Burly-ites! David spent the weekend, like a lot of Canadians, trying to process the brea... more

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The Herle Burly was created by Air Quotes Media with support from our presenting sponsor TELUS, as well as CN Rail.

Greetings, you curiouser and curiouser Herle Burly-ites! Back on the show for a third time... Trevor Tombe: a truth-telling economist... more

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The Herle Burly was created by Air Quotes Media with support from our presenting sponsor TELUS, as well as CN Rail.

Greetings, you curiouser and curiouser Herle Burly-ites! David's old friend Frank Graves, founder and president of EKOS Research and ... more

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Kory Teneycke
Founder of Rubicon Strategies, longtime Conservative strategist
Rubicon Strategies, former Director of Communications for Stephen Harper
Episode: Kenney, Teneycke, DeLorey: Can Canada's Conservatives build a big tent winning coalition?
Adam Chambers
Conservative MP and trade critic, Vice Chair of the House Standing Committee on International Trade
Conservative Party of Canada
Episode: Conservative Take on the Carney Approach: MP Adam Chambers, Critic for Intl. Trade
Steven Guilbeault
Former Environment Minister of Canada; activist turned politician
Canadian government (Environment Ministry)
Episode: The Exit Interview: Steven Guilbeault
David Coletto
Pollster, founder/CEO of Abacus Data
Abacus Data
Episode: Outlook Ontario with David Coletto: Just how vulnerable is Doug Ford?
Aaron Wherry
Author of CBC piece discussed in the intro
CBC/ CBC.ca
Episode: Environment vs Energy: The Shift in Public Policy with Wherry, Smith and Leach
Rick Smith
President, Canadian Climate Institute
Canadian Climate Institute
Episode: Environment vs Energy: The Shift in Public Policy with Wherry, Smith and Leach
Andrew Leach
Energy and Environmental Economist, Professor at University of Alberta
University of Alberta
Episode: Environment vs Energy: The Shift in Public Policy with Wherry, Smith and Leach
Mike McDonald
Political strategist
Hotel Pacifico (guest on episode)
Episode: Can a court declare Indigenous title over privately held land? — with McDonald & Meggs
David Perry
President and CEO, Canadian Global Affairs Institute; defense budgeting/procurement expert
Canadian Global Affairs Institute
Episode: Canada's "Shocking" Defence Outlook with David Perry

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David Herle
Host of The Herle Burly

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.2k ratings
  • Guest suggestion

    You need to interview Peter Tertzakian for a better alternative perspective. Andrew Leach, Mark Macdonald et al are good, but ultimately play for the same team.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    pcourterelle
    Canada3 months ago
  • The chiefs

    Always enjoy the chiefs. Lots of experience among them. Brodie is interesting when stays away from partisanship- could wish he would do it more often.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    D J Prime
    Canada4 months ago
  • Ads interspersed with political commentary.

    Always topical, interesting and fun. Unfortunately all the ads have almost made it unlistenable.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Wh01sGr3gg0r
    Canada7 months ago
  • The Chiefs

    Good day - please remind Mr. Topp that the only reason the NDP won in Alberta is because of vote splitting on the right. No amount of money spent by the right was going to over come that.

    Money for campaigns is the thing. Without it it’s hard to get any messaging through.

    I enjoy your podcast / the Chiefs are great

    Regards

    Greg Sauer

    Okotoks

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Alberta Greg
    Canada9 months ago
  • So funny and insightful

    Great interview with Mark Critch. It shows the value of political humour that can bring people together in a respectful way.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Prairielily1953
    Canada10 months ago

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Episodes mix rigorous analysis with accessible storytelling.
Guests are credible and well-informed.
Strong lineup of guests and important policy insights.
Ads can interrupt the flow for some listeners.
The host consistently balances perspectives and keeps interviews fair.

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Apple Podcasts
#142
Canada/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#10
Canada/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#27
Canada/News
Apple Podcasts
#160
Italy/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#159
Ireland/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#201
New Zealand/News/Politics

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Environment vs Energy: The Shift in Public Policy with Wherry, Smith and Leach
Q: What are the critical elements of the MOU and anything outside of it that's relevant to it?
The two core pieces are the TMX pipeline (to expand capacity and diversify markets) and the industrial carbon price (with a related focus on clean electricity regulations); a third element is the Pathways/Carbon Capture and Storage framework, which is intended to support emissions reductions in tandem with pipelines.
Conservative Take on the Carney Approach: MP Adam Chambers, Critic for Intl. Trade
Q: What did you think the outcome of the U.S. negotiations might look like and what would be acceptable for Canada?
Consensus leaned toward preserving the North American market with minimal tariffs, securing sectoral protections where necessary, and leveraging strategic choke points to encourage fair terms, while avoiding an overconcentration of risk on any one sector.
Spring Economic Update: François-Philippe Champagne, Canada's Minister of Finance
Q: What is the retail opportunity in the Canada Strong Fund and how would retail Canadians participate?
The minister is excited about a retail component that would allow ordinary Canadians to participate in big projects, making collective wealth-building accessible and fostering national unity while providing structured access for qualified investors.
What's actually going on in the Canadian economy? — MEGA POD!
Q: Is diversification away from the US plausible or desirable for Canada?
Diversification is essential given US dominance, with energy, services, and selective manufacturing markets expanding. However, the US remains the dominant partner, so diversification is pursued but balanced against the benefits of a close US-CAN market.
What's actually going on in the Canadian economy? — MEGA POD!
Q: What are the key US demands in a renewed Kuzma deal?
The US seeks greater market access and fewer restraints on consumer and services markets, with sticking points around agriculture and provincial controls. The negotiations may involve concessions and a potential glide toward bilateral arrangements if trilateral deals falter.

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What is The Herle Burly about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A lively, policy-forward program featuring panels and expert guests who dissect Canadian governance, economics, energy, and climate policy. Episodes often center on federal-provincial dynamics, infrastructure and industrial strategy, and the impact of U.S. policy on Canada, with frequent emphasis on budget timing, leadership decisions, and messaging. A notable strength is assembling seasoned strategists and policymakers to debate practical paths forward, making it valuable for listeners who want insider perspectives on how political decisions translate into real-world outcomes. The show tends to blend rigorous analysis with accessible storytelling, and it occasionally intertwines sponsorships with topical discussion, which some listeners no... more

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1. Kory Teneycke
2. Adam Chambers
3. Steven Guilbeault
4. David Coletto
5. Aaron Wherry
6. Rick Smith
7. Andrew Leach
8. Mike McDonald

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