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The Loonie Hour

Steve Saretsky
Inflation
Bank Of Canada
Canadian Housing Market
Electric Vehicles
Canada
Canadian Agriculture
Canadian Economy
Green Energy Transition
Farmer Sentiment Index
Carbon Tax
U.S. Economy
Housing Market
China
Environmental Policy
Cost Of Living Crisis
Nuclear Energy
Technology Adoption In Farming
Fertilizer Usage
Commodity Prices
U.S. Federal Reserve

The Loonie Hour is a Canadian based macro economic podcast covering newsworthy events across the globe and how they will impact Canadians.

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Latest Episodes

We are joined by economist and policy advisor Trevor Tombe to discuss Canada's productivity crisis, the urgency to harness our natural resources and eliminate interprovincial trade barriers. We also discuss the tensions in Iran and the problems brewi... more

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First Nations lawyer Tom Isaac joins the show to discuss the perils of DRIPA, and the missteps of the BC government in protecting private property rights. Does the country have the ability to approve major natural resource projects?

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Precious metals, and crypto are crashing. Ai is now threatening SAAS valuations. This is all putting pressure on private credit markets. Is the US economy entering deflation? Canada brings back EV rebates. Home sales tumble further in January.

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The Bank of Canada holds rates. The Fed turns hawkish. Gold and commodities ripping higher as geopolitical risks intensify. The International Monetary Fund suggests Canada needs to fix its own internal trade barriers. US warship arrives in the Middle... more

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Recent Guests

Trevor Tombe
Professor at the University of Calgary and Director of Fiscal and Economic Policy at the School of Public Policy
University of Calgary and The Hub
Episode: Canada's Productivity Crisis is Suffocating the Economy- w/guest Trevor Tombe
Tom Isaac
Chair of the Aboriginal Law Group at Castles, expert in Aboriginal law and land claims.
Castles LLP
Episode: Canada Has Failed to Uphold Private Property Rights- w/ guest Tom Isaac
David Chilton
Author of The Wealthy Barber and a personal finance icon in Canada.
Author
Episode: The Cost of Living Crisis- w/guest David Chilton
Jim Iuorio
Trader with a long-standing career in futures and options, and host of The Futures Edge Podcast
The Futures Edge Podcast
Episode: Fed Cuts Rates, Brings Back QE Stimulus- w/ guest Jim Iuorio
Brian Kingston
President and CEO of the Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers' Association
Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers' Association
Episode: Can Canada's Auto Sector Survive?
Sean Speer
Canadian academic commentator and public policy analyst, senior fellow at the University of Toronto, and editor at large at The Hub
University of Toronto
Episode: Canada's $78B Fiscal Bazooka - w/ guest Sean Speer
Liam Halligan
Senior Economics Commentator at The Telegraph
The Telegraph
Episode: The UK Debt Spiral—A Cautionary Tale for Canada w/guest Liam Halligan
Pierre Poilievre
Leader of the Conservative Party
Conservative Party of Canada
Episode: Another Wave of Inflation? w/ guest Pierre Poilievre
Heather Exner-Pirot
Energy expert specializing in oil, critical minerals, and the Arctic.
Independent Energy Consultant
Episode: Canada’s Energy Crossroads: A Deep Dive with Heather Exner-Pirot

Hosts

Keith Dicker
Co-host known for blending humor with economic analysis and insights.
Steve
Co-host with a focus on economic commentary and market analysis.
Rich Diaz
Co-host who provides expert insights into macroeconomic policy discussions.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 2.1k ratings
  • Don’t change a thing.

    Don’t be pressured to keep you political views aside. You can be objective yet still share views. It’s what makes the show authentic. When you start to whitewash you become stale and non human / unique which is why I listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pioneer1979
    Canada20 days ago
  • Too biased

    I listen in to try to understand finances. These three cannot keep their political biases in check enough to be balanced. Try harder.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Nic Marie Cald
    Canadaa month ago
  • Waste of time

    Biases so large you could drive a semi through them. Also obsessed with boomer economy.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    ApplePodListener
    Canadaa month ago
  • Thank you

    Love your show. You do a great job discussing current issues in an attempted non biased manner.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    plbtheoptimist
    Canadaa month ago
  • Seriously?

    Really bad timing here guys. Poo poo-ING the whole Trump is a real risk after what just went down in Davos re Greenland. You guys can chill all you want, but at least you need to void being laughably wrong. Off to find a non-clown show podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    AllNicksTaken8765
    Canadaa month ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners appreciate the entertaining blend of humor and information, making complex economic topics accessible.
The podcast is praised for its in-depth analysis of Canadian finance and macroeconomic trends.
Some find the political commentary to be overly biased, detracting from the economic insights offered.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Spotify
#157
Canada/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#8
Canada/Business/Investing
Apple Podcasts
#21
Canada/Business
Apple Podcasts
#241
Italy/Business/Investing
Apple Podcasts
#135
South Korea/Business/Investing
Apple Podcasts
#197
Saudi Arabia/Business/Investing

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Canada Has Failed to Uphold Private Property Rights- w/ guest Tom Isaac
Q: Can you explain the implications of Aboriginal title claims for private property owners?
Tom Isaac explains that there is a legal question mark over title and ownership, creating uncertainty for property owners and potential investors.
Can Canada's Auto Sector Survive?
Q: How competitive are Canadian auto manufacturers against Chinese EVs?
We can compete with anyone, but there needs to be a level playing field which does not currently exist.
The Housing Bust Isn't Over Yet
Q: What did Brian Kingston, the guest from last week, talk about regarding electric vehicle mandates?
He remarked how unrealistic the zero-emission sales targets were and predicted they would lead to higher prices for new and used cars.
The UK Debt Spiral—A Cautionary Tale for Canada w/guest Liam Halligan
Q: Can you walk us through the last maybe three to five years? For our audience that is maybe less familiar with what's happening with the UK finances, can you take us back a number of years when things really started to kind of go downhill?
Liam elaborates on the UK government's borrowing due to COVID, the drastic shifts in economic policy, and the resulting economic challenges since that period.
Is the US Economy Finally Rolling Over?
Q: What are your thoughts on the housing market shift?
The hosts point out that the pre-construction market is failing, leading to a pivot towards rental properties instead.

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The discussions focus on macroeconomic issues affecting Canada, often tying in global events and their implications for Canadian markets and policies. Topics frequently covered include the Canadian housing market, inflation trends, monetary policies from the Bank of Canada, and the implications of global economic changes. Noteworthy is the blend of humor and personal anecdotes interspersed with serious economic analysis, which likely enhances listener engagement while also educating them on complex subjects. Listeners can expect a combination of informative insights grounded in data, with a unique comedic twist that distinguishes the content from other economic discussions.

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Recent guests on The Loonie Hour include:

1. Trevor Tombe
2. Tom Isaac
3. David Chilton
4. Jim Iuorio
5. Brian Kingston
6. Sean Speer
7. Liam Halligan
8. Pierre Poilievre

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