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The Munk Debates Podcast

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The Munk Debate podcasts is home to two of the most popular Canadian current affairs podcasts: Friday Focus with Janice Gross Stein and Munk Dialogues with Andrew Coyne

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Rudyard and Janice begin today’s show with Trump’s mixed messaging on Iran. While Trump has suggested that military action may be delayed until after the midterms, reports indicate that the U.S. military is preparing for potential strikes. With Trump... more

Rudyard and Andrew focus today’s show on the separatist movements gaining traction across Canada. Quebec voters appear poised to elect a separatist government, potentially setting the stage for another referendum in the coming years. What do we know ... more

Rudyard and Janice begin today’s show with news that the USS Theodore Roosevelt aircraft carrier is being deployed to the Middle East and the signal this is sending to Iran and the region. With Tehran facing a blockade and struggling to earn hard cur... more

What can we expect from a make-or-break federal budget delivered in the middle of a trade war? Rudyard and Andrew look at the growing appetite in the business community for broad tax reform—and ask whether now is the moment for Canada to make itself ... more

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Recent Guests

Christopher Hitchens
Author and critic
Independent/Various publications
Episode: Be it resolved, religion is a force for good in the world
Tony Blair
Former Prime Minister of the United Kingdom
Labour Party
Episode: Be it resolved, religion is a force for good in the world
Gregory Stock
Biotechnology entrepreneur, author, UCLA professor
University of California, Los Angeles
Episode: Be it Resolved, let’s engineer better human beings
Ezekiel Emanuel
Bioethicist, former chair of Bioethics at NIH
National Institutes of Health
Episode: Be it Resolved, let’s engineer better human beings
Joyce Harper
Award-winning educator, author, professor of reproductive science
University College London
Episode: Be it Resolved, let’s engineer better human beings
Max More
Pioneering transhumanist philosopher
Alcor? (bioethics/transhumanist circles)
Episode: Be it Resolved, let’s engineer better human beings
Sohrab Ahmari
American conservative writer; debater in favor of the motion
The Wall Street Journal (as a journalist in transcript context)
Episode: Be it Resolved, liberalism gets the big questions right
Jacob Rees-Mogg
British politician; debater opposing the motion
UK Parliament (House of Commons)
Episode: Be it Resolved, liberalism gets the big questions right
George F. Will
American writer and columnist; debater in favor of liberalism
The American Enterprise Institute (mentioned contextually)
Episode: Be it Resolved, liberalism gets the big questions right

Hosts

Rudyard Griffiths
Host and moderator with a long-running presence across debates; affiliated with The Munk Debates and related programs.
Andrew Coyne
Guest analyst and frequent contributor providing expert commentary on politics and policy.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 913 ratings
  • Two to talk and listen

    Canadians don’t winge

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    KW2042
    Canada2 months ago
  • No

    Anti Zionism is not anti semitism. Be it resolved.

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    Boopydoop33
    United States2 months ago
  • Andrew Coyne’s View of Carney’s focus is a pragmatic one unlike Rudyard’s and left environmentalists

    I’m giving the July 31st episode with Andrew and Rudyard with 4 stars because I am 100% in agreement with Andrew’s point of view in terms of the priorities of the global geopolitics and economies have changed and the value of climate priorities have taken a bit of a back seat. But it really frustrates me that Rudyard’s views are making it sound like Mark Carney is back tracking on climate matters. Perhaps, environmentalists are able to provide for their families no matter what economic condition... more

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    4
    YEG_Mari
    Canada2 months ago
  • Updates are needed

    I really like this podcast. Rudyard is great. I’m sure Janice had a time when she too was great, but that time is passed; someone new needs to be involved on the Friday episodes.

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    4
    Sarelo
    Canada4 months ago
  • Truly Biased

    Sorry, I thought this would be related to real debate. Instead, it’s just another leftist echo chamber. I could not make it through the episode where the leftist described how the USA is lacking in armaments, while the great and power Islamic Regime of Iran had weathered all that the USA could dish out? Please don’t delete any of these and let’s see how the future world looks back on this yellow propaganda. I have a feeling it will be with embarrassment and laughter.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    SuperSaiyan54
    United States5 months ago

Listeners Say

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

Diverse topics with global and Canadian focus; polarizing at times.
High-quality, balanced debates with strong guest lineups.
Occasional host interruptions noted; guests highly credible.

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

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Munk Dialogue with Andrew Coyne: Is Mark Carney governing like a Conservative?
Q: Is it fair to call the current government liberal in name only, given its policy shifts?
Griffiths argues that the government has taken on more conservative policy characteristics in practice, comparing it to a 1950s liberal government with fiscal conservatism and business-friendly reforms.
Munk Dialogue with Andrew Coyne: Is Mark Carney governing like a Conservative?
Q: What do you think is going to feature in the budget given the current political and economic climate?
Coyne suggests the budget will likely balance competitive tax reforms with strategic spending choices, focusing on capital investment and efficiency rather than broad deficit expansion, while acknowledging political constraints in a minority government.
Munk Dialogue with Andrew Coyne: Is Carney’s momentum pointing to a spring election?
Q: What is the broader significance of Carney's leadership beyond polling, in terms of Canadian sovereignty and parliamentary accountability?
Coyne emphasizes that leadership must balance public sentiment with the institution's sovereignty and accountability to Parliament, warning against a governance style that sidelines the chamber and entrepreneurial policy execution without parliamentary reflection.
Munk Dialogue with Andrew Coyne: Is Carney’s momentum pointing to a spring election?
Q: Given Poilievre's position, is he effectively disqualified as Conservative leader or can he navigate the crisis and lead the party through this period?
Coyne argues Poilievre faces an impossible position and leadership uncertainty due to internal party dynamics, external crises, and a contrasting leadership style with Carney's dominance, implying a caretaker phase for Poilievre unless the party undergoes changes.
Munk Dialogue with Andrew Coyne: Is Carney’s momentum pointing to a spring election?
Q: What is the risk of an election sooner rather than later, and could Carney leverage such timing to cement a national governing advantage?
Coyne suggests that an earlier vote could redefine the political map if the Liberals can translate regional gains into sustained national power, especially if Carney can consolidate western support and demonstrate stability.

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What is The Munk Debates Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This program leans into high-level policy debates, international affairs, and public discourse around liberal democratic norms, often featuring prominent journalists, politicians, and policy thinkers. Episodes frequently center on economics, trade, geopolitics, domestic governance, and moral philosophy, with live debates that invite strong, opposing viewpoints and audience polling. Notable strengths include a track record of assembling distinguished, well-spoken guests from politics, media, and think tanks, plus a format that blends rigorous analysis with accessible, debate-driven conversation. Potential listeners include policy professionals, academics, and informed citizens who want nuanced perspectives on current events, governance, and ... more

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