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The Paikin Podcast

Epicentre Media
Canada
Donald Trump
United States
Canadian History
Charlie Kirk
Prime Ministers
The Road Between Us
Ukraine
Palestine
New Democratic Party
Democracy
Authoritarianism
Middle East Politics
Ethiopian Famine
Education
Russia
Hamas
Canadian Politics
Ken Dryden
Toronto International Film Festival

Facts are facts but every issue has multiple sides, and Steve Paikin wants to hear them all. From Canadian politics to seismic global changes to signature one-on-one interviews and redline debates on the most hot-button issues, The Paikin Podcast helps you understand the world today, with balance and context.

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Latest Episodes

The Everything Political panel with former MPs Martha Hall Findlay and Tony Clement discuss PM Carney’s initial support of American airstrikes on Iran, his recent comments about giving diplomacy a chance, how Canada was not consulted beforehand, whet... more

Ryan Hass joins Janice Stein to discuss the prospect of an American intervention in Iran, regime change, and the negotiations between America and Iran on the nuclear issue. They then look at how close China is to invading Taiwan, what China wants, ho... more

Welcome to the first edition of The Paikin Podcast "Redline Debates." Four years ago this month, a convoy of truckers essentially took over the nation's capital, and beyond disrupting life there, it became a Rorschach test on how you felt about every... more

Linda McQuaig joins the Everything Political panel with former MPs Martha Hall Findlay and Tony Clement to discuss her book, “Cancelling Billionaires Before They Cancel Us: The Urgent Case for a Wealth Tax,” whether billionaires should exist, how cur... more

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Recent Guests

Ryan Hass
Director of the John L. Thornton China Center at the Brookings Institution
Brookings Institution
Episode: World on Edge: Intervention in Iran, What China Wants, and the Rising Nuclear Threat
Linda McQuaig
Author and political commentator, Head of the School of Public Policy at the University of Calgary.
University of Calgary
Episode: Everything Political: Is It Time to “Cancel” Billionaires?
Rob Ashton
National President of the International Longshore Workers Union and candidate for NDP leadership
International Longshore Workers Union
Episode: Why Longshoreman Rob Ashton Wants the NDP to Return to Its Roots
Margaret MacMillan
Emeritus Professor of History at the University of Toronto, former warden of St. Anthony's College at the University of Oxford, and author of 'War, How Conflict Shaped Us.'
University of Toronto
Episode: Margaret MacMillan: Are We Headed Back to the WWI Era of Great Power Rivalry?
Peter Donolo
Former director of communications for Prime Minister Jean Chrétien, co-host of the podcast 'Red Passport'
Red Passport
Episode: Everything Political: Will Carney's China Gamble Pay Off?
Kory Teneycke
Senior Advisor to Premier Doug Ford and Head of Rubicon Strategies
Rubicon Strategies
Episode: Kory Teneycke: Why Doug Ford Keeps Winning
Jon R. Lindsay
Associate professor at the School of Cybersecurity and Privacy at Georgia Tech, author of 'Age of Deception'
Georgia Tech
Episode: World on Edge: Did Trump Just Kill the Liberal International Order?
Jim Balsillie
Former co-CEO of Research in Motion and chair of the Council of Canadian Innovators
Canadian Council of Innovators
Episode: Jim Balsillie: Is Canada Sabotaging Its Own Economy?
Sergio Marchi
Former federal cabinet minister and author
Former Canadian Government
Episode: Sergio Marchi: Cynicism, Distrust, and How to Survive Our Polarized Politics

Host

Steve Paikin
Host of insightful discussions on Canadian politics and global issues, providing context and analysis through interviews with various experts and public figures.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 90 ratings
  • Excellent interviewer.

    I am enjoying these in-depth interviews, done by a thoughtful, articulate interviewer. I just listened to Steve’s talk with Jesse Brown. Well worth the listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Proud Canadian Triathlon Fan
    Canada24 days ago
  • A true professional

    Excellent interviewer, and focuses on the Canadian perspective — rare on the internet.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Čœßtūmër
    Canadaa month ago
  • Excellent interviews and discusssions from a world class veteran professional.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Jack Burnside
    2 months ago
  • My Very Favorite Canadian podcast

    Interesting, Thoughtful. Entertaining, Always Worth the Time. Steve Paikin is a national treasure.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    deborahwr
    United States3 months ago
  • Paikin Podcast is Fantastic

    Everything Steve Paikin does, he does exceptionally well, and his podcast is no exception.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chatter that Matters
    Canada4 months ago

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The podcast is recognized for its balanced approach to contentious issues, appealing to an audience that values multiple perspectives in political discourse.
Listeners commend the host's interviewing style as respectful and deeply analytical, contributing to engaging discussions that are both thoughtful and informative.
Some critiques point to a perceived bias in guest selection, suggesting the necessity for a wider range of viewpoints in discussions.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#20
Canada/News/News Commentary
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#149
Canada/News
Apple Podcasts
#226
Germany/News/News Commentary
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#74
Singapore/News/News Commentary
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#104
Taiwan/News/News Commentary
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#146
Indonesia/News/News Commentary

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Why Longshoreman Rob Ashton Wants the NDP to Return to Its Roots
Q: How would you like to put workers on corporate boards to ensure their influence in job decisions?
Ashton proposes that having workers on corporate boards would allow them to influence corporate decisions and advocate for environmentally sound decisions and better working conditions.
Why Longshoreman Rob Ashton Wants the NDP to Return to Its Roots
Q: What do you think you bring to the race that the other major candidates don't?
Ashton thinks he brings a working-class history and a leadership style that empowers party members, advocating for their interests.
Why Longshoreman Rob Ashton Wants the NDP to Return to Its Roots
Q: Why would anyone at this moment in history want to run for the federal NDP leadership?
Ashton believes it is crucial to give a voice to the working class and that the NDP symbolizes a place that defends workers' rights.
How Safe? The Rise of Antisemitism in Canada with Jesse Brown
Q: Have you lost any friends over this Canada Land series?
Yes, I have lost friends and colleagues, often as a result of my insistence on addressing these issues of antisemitism.
How Safe? The Rise of Antisemitism in Canada with Jesse Brown
Q: Do you take these extreme anti-Semitic comments at face value?
Initially, there's disbelief, but ultimately it's hard to dismiss the reality of these statements as part of a broader hate movement against Jews, connected to political and ideological agendas.

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2. Linda McQuaig
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5. Peter Donolo
6. Kory Teneycke
7. Jon R. Lindsay
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