The Line
Matt Gurney and Jen GersonThe Line is a Canadian magazine dedicated to covering local, national and international politics, news, current events and occasionally some obscure stories. Hosted by Matt Gurney and Jen Gerson.
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 227 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | News CommentaryNews | |||
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In the latest episode of The Line Podcast, Jen Gerson speaks with Bloomberg senior White House correspondent Josh Wingrove about the collapse of the Canada–U.S. trade deal, the politics behind it, and why Canadians and Americans increasingly seem to ... more
In this episode of On The Line, host Matt Gurney is joined by two guests for conversations about political chaos on the west coast and why Canada may need to start thinking very differently about its maritime security.
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In the latest episode of The Line Podcast, recorded on August 28th, 2026, Matt Gurney and Jen Gerson begin with the rapidly escalating Canada-U.S. trade war, which somehow managed to get very stupid, very quickly. Ontario Premier Doug Ford told Donal... more
In this episode of On The Line, Jen Gerson sits down with Brian Dijkema, president of Cardus Canada, to discuss a new Department of National Defence directive that would move military chaplaincy away from explicit religious language, symbols and pray... more
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- Love Matt's interviews, but
June update: PLEASE just stop talking about Alberta. We get it, you've discovered the cult of federalism and you're really jazzed about it, but your takes add nothing to the conversation.
Jen: you keep asking why people complain about you; the answer is that you blend condescension with ignorance. It's a bad combo.
Jen so often lands on a rhetorical point during interviews and discussions, then repeats the same point for ~20 minutes. More often than not, it's not a thought worth dwelling on.
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Apple Podcasts3Nanda Farai
Canada2 months ago - Opp officer shot
He was not shot he was murdered-on duty I add. As for the perps Matt says he can’t understand how people can take advantage of young men and radicalize them. That is the Republican and Conservative play book. I don’t know how either of you cannot see this. The ability of online groups to corral and demonize is why we are here in this space and time. Love you both but sometimes I find myself yelling at you, I’m sorry, I guess it must be true love.
Apple Podcasts5RCN sigCanada3 months ago I may not always agree with Jen and Matt, but they always give me something to think about.
Podcast Addict54 months agomorphineman- Stephan Dion Episode
Thank you for helping the separatist movement in Alberta by having Mr Dion for your most recent episode. He single handedly demonstrated exactly what’s wrong with Canada and why Alberta needs to leave.
Apple Podcasts4chuck the leaderCanada7 months ago - Love Matt's interviews, but
Jen so often lands on a rhetorical point during interviews and discussions, then repeats the same point for ~20 minutes. More often than not, it's not a thought worth dwelling on.
The hosts have great chemistry, but I’d enjoy more episodes if the conversation is able to keep flowing.
Apple Podcasts3Nanda FaraiCanada8 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #10 | Canada/News/News Commentary |
Apple Podcasts | #60 | Canada/News |
Apple Podcasts | #248 |  Australia/News/News Commentary |
Apple Podcasts | #47 |  United Arab Emirates/News/News Commentary |
Apple Podcasts | #166 |  Ukraine/News/News Commentary |
Apple Podcasts | #207 |  Hong Kong/News/News Commentary |
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What is The Line about and what kind of topics does it cover?
A sharp, centrist-leaning Canadian politics show that blends rigorous policy analysis with candid interviews and sharp banter. Across recent episodes, the conversation spans health care system challenges, housing policy, defense and security, digital sovereignty, and cross-border relations with the United States, often contrasted with timely cultural and regional nuances. Notable strengths include measured, journalistically grounded commentary, high-profile guest insights, and a willingness to challenge narratives while maintaining accessible, conversational pacing. The host duo's mix of skepticism and curiosity tends to appeal to listeners who want clear context, practical implications for policy and business, and a pulse on both national ... more
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Recent guests on The Line include:
1. Brian Goldman
2. Andrew MacDougall
3. Mark Kawar
4. James McLeod
5. Lazar Berman
6. Flavio Volpe
7. Dr. Isaac Bogoch
8. John Fraser
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