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The Loonie Hour

Steve Saretsky
Canada
Inflation
Bank Of Canada
Housing Market
Interest Rates
Tariffs
Canadian Housing Market
Canadian Economy
Real Estate
Canadian Real Estate
China
Real Estate Market
Electric Vehicles
Immigration
Bond Market
Population Growth
Immigration Policy
British Columbia
Economic Policy
Toronto

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

Today, we'll unpack Canada's growing economic challenges. From Alberta's surprising fiscal surplus and Toronto's struggling condo market to renewed immigration debates and Canada's uncertain trade relationship with the United States, we'll examine th... more

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Today, we're joined by Fraser Matthews, CEO of Netcoins, to discuss the rise of stablecoins, their impact on the banking system, and the future of digital payments. Are stablecoins an existential threat to traditional banks or the railways and bridge... more

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British Columbia is facing a record $13.8 billion budget deficit, mounting tax pressures, and a struggling housing market. With the October 24 election approaching, we sit down with B.C. Conservative Leader Lorne Doerkson to discuss the province's fi... more

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Bond markets are deteriorating rapidly as yields rise and credit spreads begin to widen across the U.S., Canada, Europe, and Japan. We discuss what tightening financial conditions could mean for housing, equities, the broader economy, as well as the ... more

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Recent Guests

Fraser Matthews
CEO of Netcoins; CEO and president of Surge Digital, formerly Big Digital Assets
Netcoins; Surge Digital
Episode: Big Six vs Big Crypto: The Fight for Your Deposits | The Loonie Hour Episode 264
Lorne Doerkson
Leader of the BC Conservative Party and MLA for Cariboo-Chilcotin.
BC Conservative Party
Episode: Can BC Be Saved? Conservative Leader Lorne Doerkson on BC’s $13.8B Deficit
Keith Dicker
Asset manager at IceCap Asset Management
IceCap Asset Management
Episode: Central Banks Commit to Raising Rates into an Energy Crisis
Ben Rabidoux
Author/analyst頻
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Episode: Central Banks Commit to Raising Rates into an Energy Crisis
Peter Berezin
Chief Economist and Head of Core Macro at BCA Research
BCA Research
Episode: Trade Wars & Bubbles: What's Next?
Jim Thorne
Chief Market Strategist at Wellington-Altus Private Wealth
Wellington-Altus Private Wealth
Episode: We Are Early in the Secular Bull Market- w/Guest Jim Thorne
Pippa Malmgren
American technology entrepreneur and economist
Advisor to C10 Lab; MIT Media Lab AI Venture Builder Studio; author of Pippa's Pen and Podcast
Episode: The World Will Never be The Same with Guest Pippa Malmgren
Heather Exner-Pirot
Canadian scholar, public policy expert specializing in energy and natural resources; senior fellow and director at the McDonald-Laurier Institute; special advisor to the Business Council of Canada
McDonald-Laurier Institute
Episode: Canada's Energy Boom is Upon Us- w/guest Heather Exner-Pirot
Kevin Muir
Canadian trader, runs Macro Tourist substack
Macro Tourist
Episode: The Fiscal Bazooka is Coming- w/guest Kevin Muir

Hosts

Richard Diaz
Host of The Loonie Hour; focuses on macro markets and policy with a Canadian lens; affiliated with IceCap Asset Management
Keith Dicker
Co-host; macro perspective and market commentary with a contrarian tilt at times
Steve
Co-host; provides macro commentary and market color, part of the core trio

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 2.3k ratings
  • Clowns

    Look to see one particular topic where these clowns have been right. No one back checks the gossiping clowns. How can anyone take them seriously?

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    JDC1591
    Canada2 months ago
  • Great podcast

    My brother in Canada recommended this podcast to me, he is a wealth manager in Halifax and I appreciate their insight on the market and there guests.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Justin MacLan
    United States2 months ago
  • Great Canadian podcast

    Very informative - great podcast for anyone looking to learn about macro economic trends and how they effect Canada

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mtonna
    Canada2 months ago
  • ‘SMARTLESS’ comparison….

    Not sure if you guys have listened to any ‘SMARTLESS’ podcasts with Jason Bateman, Will Arnett and Sean Hayes BUT you guys bring that same energy and likability to the pod. Love that you let us know what’s goin’ on from both a real estate & financial investor POV. You three together are just perfect. Loonie Hour math is one of your trade marks! Love it. Carolyn Rogers would be crazy to turn down an invite to your show.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Joshy-waa
    Canada3 months ago
  • Things you need to know.

    Gives you an interesting and honest perspective. Anyone that listens to CBC needs to listen to these guys. As with any podcast, you chew the meat and spit out the bones.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    waywestCanada
    Canada6 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Consistently praised for honesty and timely analysis during fast-moving events.
Guests are knowledgeable and bring credible insights across energy, policy, and finance.
Adds actionable macro and policy context for Canadian markets.
Strong data-backed discussions; some critics say social banter can be off-topic.

Chart Rankings

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

Spotify
#147
Canada/Top Podcasts
Spotify
#153
Canada/Trending
Apple Podcasts
#245
Canada/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#8
Canada/Business/Investing
Apple Podcasts
#16
Canada/Business
Apple Podcasts
#173
India/Business/Investing

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Can BC Be Saved? Conservative Leader Lorne Doerkson on BC’s $13.8B Deficit
Q: I mean, do you have, what are your thoughts on housing? I mean, where do we go from here? What would your government do?
Doerkson says his party would review the building step code, improve its relationship with municipalities and address development charges and permitting delays.
Can BC Be Saved? Conservative Leader Lorne Doerkson on BC’s $13.8B Deficit
Q: I mean, guess how do we get here? I mean, is it a revenue issue? Is it just the wrong talent? What's going on?
Doerkson says the deficit reflects several factors, including weak business conditions and tax pressures. He argues that improving the climate for businesses can help increase provincial revenue.
Big Six vs Big Crypto: The Fight for Your Deposits | The Loonie Hour Episode 264
Q: Can you explain what a stable coin is?
A stable coin is digital money designed to stay near a fixed value, typically pegged to a fiat currency or backed by reserves like cash or short-term Treasuries, enabling near-instant settlement with predictable value.
We Are Early in the Secular Bull Market- w/Guest Jim Thorne
Q: What are you most excited about in the near term?
Jim Thorne expresses enthusiasm for the AI capex supercycle and the potential for a productivity-led upturn, aided by securitization of capital expenditures and an expansion of AI-related infrastructure and profitability.
Are Canadian Tax Payers Bailing Out Developers?
Q: How does the energy market view current oil demand and price reports?
Rothman argues demand destruction is overstated, emphasizes the dominant role of paper markets in price discovery, and forecasts a potential capitulation in bearish oil narratives while inventories and OPEC capacity will shape the medium-term path.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Loonie Hour

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

The show centers on macroeconomics, markets, and policy with a Canadian lens, frequently analyzing how global developments—such as currency moves, energy policy, housing markets, and monetary policy—affect everyday Canadians. Episodes often blend long-running themes (inflation, currency dynamics, energy markets, housing, and policy uncertainty) with local market commentary, data-driven insights, and banter among the hosts. Noteworthy is the consistent emphasis on practical investment implications for Canadian assets, along with a willingness to challenge policy narratives and bring in diverse guest perspectives from finance, energy, and tech. The format leans toward in-depth analysis, timely market reads, and real-world implications for inv... more

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1. Fraser Matthews
2. Lorne Doerkson
3. Keith Dicker
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5. Peter Berezin
6. Jim Thorne
7. Pippa Malmgren
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