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Mark Carney
Justin Trudeau
Pierre Poilievre
Donald Trump
United States
NDP
Alberta
Canadian Politics
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Conservative Party
Conservative Party Of Canada
China
Doug Ford
Liberal Party Of Canada
Pierre Poliev
Alberta Separatism
Climate Change
Housing Crisis
Immigration

The 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.

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In the latest episode of The Line Podcast, Matt Gurney and Jen Gerson devote the first segment to a full catch-up on the increasingly wild situation unfolding in Alberta. Jen is furious, arguing that five million people — and indeed the entire countr... more

In this episode of On The Line, host Jen Gerson speaks with Flavio Volpe, president of the Automotive Parts Manufacturers’ Association, about the increasingly tense state of Canada-U.S. trade relations.

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In the latest episode of The Line Podcast, recorded on May 15, 2026, your hosts Matt Gurney and Jen Gerson start with Alberta. The new energy agreement has been signed. They think it'll help, but only to an extent, because what's happening in Jen's p... more

Today on On The Line, host Matt Gurney is joined by two guests for conversations about Canadian preparedness — both military and medical.

This episode of On The Line is brought to you by Dominion Dynamics. Canada has never had true sovereign awarene... more

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Recent Guests

Flavio Volpe
Canadian Automotive Industry leader, president of the Automotive Parts Manufacturers' Association
Automotive Parts Manufacturers' Association
Episode: Canada vs. America in the trade war
Dr. Isaac Bogoch
Infectious diseases expert
University Health Network, Toronto General Hospital
Episode: How much military can Canada actually afford?
John Fraser
Author of The Governors General, An Intimate History of Canada's Highest Office
Author/Journalist
Episode: The Case for the Crown
Margaret McCuaig-Johnston
China hand; former Assistant Deputy Minister in Technology; professor at University of Ottawa
University of Ottawa; Canada-China relations expert
Episode: Can Canada keep up with China?
Mark Hertling
Retired Lieutenant General, United States Army; former Commander of U.S. Forces in Europe
United States Army
Episode: America will be effin' back — but not for a while
Jason Kenney
Alberta Premier (former), political figure
None specified in transcript
Episode: Jason Kenney talks Alberta separatism
Lucy Hargreaves
CEO and founder of Build Canada
Build Canada
Episode: Are we building Canada?
Michael Geist
University of Ottawa professor and Canada's go-to expert on digital law and privacy
University of Ottawa
Episode: Are we the digital baddies?
Bill Roggio
Editor of The Long War Journal; Senior Fellow at Foundation for Defense of Democracies
Foundation for Defense of Democracies; The Long War Journal
Episode: Does the U.S. have a plan for Iran?

Hosts

Matt Gurney
Host of The Line with a focus on Canadian politics and policy analysis.
Jen Gerson
Co-host with a center-right perspective, engages in policy debates and interviews with guests.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 229 ratings
  • I may not always agree with Jen and Matt, but they always give me something to think about.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    morphineman
    21 days ago
  • 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 Podcasts
    4
    chuck the leader
    Canada3 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 Podcasts
    3
    Nanda Farai
    Canada4 months ago
  • All round review of Your opinion in general

    Subscribed to your podcast and after a couple listens, do not agree with your opinions. Heard you on CJME, Oct 14th, and it made me automatically respond to your biased commentary. Your opinion that the US is divided and a country in trouble…really?? It’s on the mend from the democrats policy failures, DEI, mass migration and wokeness. Trump is turning things around and back to Christian values. You definitely have TDS. Open your eyes. I am dropping your subscription today

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    HeyJudz29
    Canada7 months ago
  • Forever Canadian

    Thank you for this episode. As a born and bred Ontarian, I learned a lesson t. It is also comforting to see something somewhere that Canadians can do that is positive with so many negative events flowing around and upon us.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sadiehj
    Canada9 months ago

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Listeners praise the sharp, expert interviews and clear policy context.
Listeners sometimes criticize conversational dynamics but value high-quality guest insights.
The show is seen as a serious, independent voice in Canadian political commentary.

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Canada vs. America in the trade war
Q: What should observers watch for in the coming months?
Watch for the administration's Congress-facing signals about possible changes to USMCA provisions, the behavior of off-ramps, and the balance between protecting domestic production and maintaining integrated cross-border supply chains. The real indicators will be policy moves, not just rhetoric.
Canada vs. America in the trade war
Q: What is the state of the existing negotiations as we approach key deadlines?
Industry consensus is that the USMCA remains central and that while a formal deal by July 1 is unlikely, summer negotiations will shape the fall outcomes. Expect discussions around improving automotive rules of origin, ensuring North American content, and managing the broader political signals from Congress and the White House.
Canada vs. America in the trade war
Q: All right. So from your perspective, what do you think is happening on the US-Canada file?
The negotiations are nuanced and the reporting often mischaracterizes what's actually driving the talks. The core issues revolve around automotive origin rules, subsidies, and how both sides want to calibrate tariffs and relief measures to safeguard industrial interests without blowing up the supply chain.
SCOOP: Jen blew the whistle to keep Albertans safe ... and was brushed off
Q: What did you do once you learned about it and what was the response from the authorities?
Jen details reporting the issue to Elections Alberta, seeking an injunction and a formal investigation, and later witnessing delays and a shifting timeline from the agency, followed by involvement from RCMP and media investigations.
SCOOP: Jen blew the whistle to keep Albertans safe ... and was brushed off
Q: Can you set the stage for us and tell us what has happened in Alberta politics over the last 24 hours?
Jen explains that a large voter file data breach occurred, where sensitive data from nearly 2.9 million voters appeared to be seeded and misused by a group aligned with separatists, and that Elections Alberta initially failed to act despite clear warnings and access issues.

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

A thoughtful, policy-forward show centered on Canadian politics with a clear eye on national and international issues. Conversations frequently center on Canadian governance, federal-provincial dynamics, and international security, often featuring expert guests and policymakers to provide context on complex topics. The tone tends to be measured and journalistic, with interviews that challenge conventional narratives and bring a dual-country perspective on global events. Noteworthy strengths include independent analysis, willingness to entertain diverse viewpoints, and a focus on practical implications for business and policy makers. Potential listeners who crave nuanced, centrist-to-center-right political commentary with in-depth interviews... more

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1. Flavio Volpe
2. Dr. Isaac Bogoch
3. John Fraser
4. Margaret McCuaig-Johnston
5. Mark Hertling
6. Jason Kenney
7. Lucy Hargreaves
8. Michael Geist

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