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The Hill Times' Hot Room

Hill Times Publishing
Canada
Mark Carney
Donald Trump
Liberal Party
Parliament
NDP
Pierre Poilievre
Conservative Party
Canadian Politics
Justin Trudeau
India
Liberal Party Of Canada
Conservative Party Of Canada
Politics
High-Speed Rail
Tariffs
Canadian Immigration
House Of Commons
Plastic Pollution Treaty
Federal Public Service

The Hot Room is a podcast by The Hill Times, Canada's all-politics, all-the-time newspaper in the heart of Parliament Hill. We talk to politicians, experts, and other reporters about the biggest stories of the day. Hot Room podcast theme music written and performed by Gavin Gardiner for The Hill Times.

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Latest Episodes

Peter Mazereeuw speaks with Auditor General Karen Hogan about the costs, risks and rewards of the government's move to scrap the disastrous Phoenix pay system for public servants and adopt an even more ambitious new system in its place.

Peter Mazereeuw speaks with World Wildlife Fund Canada president and former NDP MP Megan Leslie about the government's new plan to conserve land and water, and the sluggish progress towards Canada's target of protecting 30 per cent of both by the yea... more

Sheila Copps joins The Hot Room to talk about the new Liberal majority government, questions about its legitimacy, and how it could change the dynamic on the Hill for Prime Minister Mark Carney and Pierre Poilievre's Conservatives.

Peter Mazereeuw talks with political science professor Alex Marland about MPs crossing the floor to join the Liberal Party, the fate of Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre, and Liberal Party indifference to Mark Carney's small-c conservative policie... more

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Recent Guests

Megan Leslie
Former NDP MP; runs World Wildlife Fund Canada
World Wildlife Fund Canada
Episode: 30 by 30: Can we do it? Megan Leslie weighs in
David Fraser
Privacy lawyer specializing in internet and privacy law
McInnes Cooper (Nova Scotia)
Episode: Unpacking the lawful access bill, with David Fraser
Pierre Dalphond
Senator and sponsor of Bill C-14 in the Senate
Senate of Canada
Episode: 'It's a balancing act': the bail reform bill, with Senator Pierre Dalphond
Ravi Jain
Immigration lawyer at Jain Immigration Law in Toronto
Jain Immigration Law
Episode: 'It's a massive problem': Immigration fraud—who's to blame and how to fix it
Dory Jade
CEO of the Canadian Association of Professional Immigration Consultants
CAPIC
Episode: 'It's a massive problem': Immigration fraud—who's to blame and how to fix it
Jocelyne Bourgon
Former Clerk of the Privy Council of Canada
National Library and Archives (as author/figure in discussion)
Episode: 'Pace yourself for the long haul': Jocelyne Bourgon joins The Hot Room
Valeriy Kostyuk
Executive Director of the Canada-Ukraine Foundation
Canada-Ukraine Foundation
Episode: 'We knew there was something coming': how a Canadian charity has been sending aid into Ukraine
Mark Norman
Former Vice Admiral in the Royal Canadian Navy and Vice Chief of Defense Staff
Samuel Associates; Canadian Global Affairs Institute
Episode: The 'ambitious' Defence Industrial Strategy, with Mark Norman
Senator Yuen Pau Woo
A vocal supporter of greater alignment between Canada and China, former leader of the Asia Pacific Foundation
Senate of Canada
Episode: Re-engaging with China, with Senator Yuen Pau Woo

Hosts

Peter Mazereeuw
Host with focus on political analysis and governance discussions.
Peter Masaru
Host with a broad range on governance and public policy topics.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 25 ratings
  • Liberal-NDP deal

    Thanks for an informative and insightful interview.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JLMERCIE
    Canada2 years ago
  • Very bland

    It is very bland, and lacks insight. NPR Politics for Canada, this is not.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Geoelh
    Canada5 years ago
  • Is this Canada’s best podcast?

    What a gem. If you’re looking for smart Canadian conversation that isn’t all about today’s headline news, you’ve come to the right place.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jyazer
    Canada5 years ago

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Some listeners feel the show can be bland or NPR-like in Canada.
High-quality discussions with smart Canadian conversations beyond daily headlines.
Informative and insightful interviews that attract policy-focused listeners.

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30 by 30: Can we do it? Megan Leslie weighs in
Q: How should protection deal with activities like logging or mining in protected areas?
Protection need not ban all activity; sustainable practices and careful planning can allow certain activities while protecting ecosystems, with models like OECMs to provide flexible approaches.
30 by 30: Can we do it? Megan Leslie weighs in
Q: What counts as protected, and who owns the land being protected?
Protection can involve federal, provincial, or private land, including Indigenous-owned land; protections depend on agreements about what is allowed within protected areas.
30 by 30: Can we do it? Megan Leslie weighs in
Q: Is the 30 by 30 target realistic, given current progress?
It's challenging but doable; the plan shows how to reach the target, though the pace so far has been slower than hoped, and there are complexities in implementation.
30 by 30: Can we do it? Megan Leslie weighs in
Q: What do you think of the new nature strategy?
The guest views the strategy positively, praising the new funding and the plan to protect 30% of land and waters, while noting the importance of the mapping approach and ongoing details to work out.
How Carney's majority will change things up on the Hill
Q: What do you make of the way the Prime Minister secured the majority, and are there legitimacy issues to consider?
The host and Sheila discuss the floor-crossing as a political maneuver, noting the controversy but also suggesting past precedents; the focus is on how the majority is used rather than questioning its legitimacy, with emphasis on managing diverse viewpoints within the Liberal caucus.

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The show centers on Canadian politics, governance, and policy, hosting politicians, veterans in public service, military minds, and policy experts for in-depth conversations about current issues, governance design, and the mechanics behind policy decisions. Episodes frequently cover public administration, defense, infrastructure, and political strategy, often blending historical perspective with contemporary challenges. A notable strength is its roster of high-profile former officials and respected analysts who offer practical takeaways for policymakers, practitioners, and informed listeners. The format tends to prioritize nuanced debates over soundbites, with thoughtful dissections of budgets, strategy, and institutional reform that can in... more

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