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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

Kory Teneycke, senior advisor to Premier Doug Ford, joins Steve to discuss the Premier, his “awful” first year in government, how he turned it around and won three straight majorities, the Greenbelt and Skills Development Fund controversies, and Ford... more

Janice Stein is joined by Jon R. Lindsay from Georgia Tech to discuss if the kidnapping of Maduro signals the death of the liberal international order, if Venezuela was an inside job, and if Trump has turned the world into a “den of thieves,” as the ... more

The Everything Political panel with former MPs Martha Hall Findlay and Tony Clement discuss the new mayor of New York, Zohran Mamdani, his “big hairy audacious goals,” his response to Maduro’s kidnapping, the fight for the soul of the Democratic Part... more

Jim Balsillie joins Steve to discuss how he thinks Canada is sabotaging its own economy, how we have consigned ourselves to being a low value-added petro state, why we are operating from an outdated playbook, and Canada’s productivity crisis. They th... more

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Recent Guests

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
Tom Nichols
Author and political commentator known for his insights on U.S. politics and expertise in foreign affairs.
The Atlantic
Episode: Tom Nichols: Is This a New Low for Trump?
Tony Keller
Globe and Mail columnist and author of 'Borderline Chaos, How Canada Got Immigration Right, and Then Wrong'
Globe and Mail
Episode: Everything Political: Did Trudeau Destroy Canada’s Consensus on Immigration?
Bob Rae
Former Canadian ambassador to the United Nations and prominent politician
Independent politician
Episode: Bob Rae: Is Canada Entering an Orwellian World?
Paul Grod
The 11th chair and president of the Ukrainian World Congress
Ukrainian World Congress
Episode: World on Edge: Will Russia Win the Ukraine War?
Kaylie Tiessen
Chief Economist at the Canadian Shield Institute
Canadian Shield Institute
Episode: Armine Yalnizyan & Kaylie Tiessen: Are Canadian Workers in Peril?
Armine Yalnizyan
Atkinson Fellow on the Future of Workers
Episode: Armine Yalnizyan & Kaylie Tiessen: Are Canadian Workers in Peril?

Host

Steve Paikin
Host known for his expertise in political journalism and commentary, Steve Paikin offers intelligent interviews and moderates discussions on significant political issues and events.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 83 ratings
  • Excellent interviews and discusssions from a world class veteran professional.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Jack Burnside
    a month ago
  • My Very Favorite Canadian podcast

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    deborahwr
    United Statesa month 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
    Canada2 months ago
  • Exactly the quality of discussion and content one would expect from this fantastic journalist.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Chewsta
    4 months ago
  • Refreshing

    Thank you Steve for starting this show. You are an excellent interviewer and moderator of intelligent relevant conversation.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Margaret in Canada
    Canada5 months ago

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Jim Balsillie: Is Canada Sabotaging Its Own Economy?
Q: Why do you stick it out in Canada as opposed to just going to the US to make it happen more easily?
Balsillie emphasizes that he finds value in contributing to Canada, engaging with good people who want to improve the country, even while maintaining businesses in the US.
Jim Balsillie: Is Canada Sabotaging Its Own Economy?
Q: What do you mean by Canada refuses to understand how prosperity is generated?
Jim Balsillie explains that Canada does not recognize the importance of intangible assets, which are crucial for modern prosperity; 90% of the value lies in negative rights associated with those assets.
World on Edge: Did Trump Just Kill the Liberal International Order?
Q: How did Canada respond to the situation in Venezuela?
Janice shares that while the government released a tame statement urging respect for international law, the opposition celebrated Trump's decision.
World on Edge: Did Trump Just Kill the Liberal International Order?
Q: What makes you think the liberal order is struggling or dead?
Janice explains that the disregard for international law and aggressive actions like the U.S. invasion of Venezuela signal the collapse.
Sergio Marchi: Cynicism, Distrust, and How to Survive Our Polarized Politics
Q: What would constitute a healthier democratic system as you see it?
A healthier system would involve reducing public cynicism and fostering more respectful and civil political discourse.

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Focused on the multifaceted nature of contemporary issues, this podcast covers a wide range of topics primarily related to Canadian politics and international relations. Listeners can expect engaging discussions that incorporate diverse perspectives, allowing for a deeper understanding of the nuances behind headlines and events. With a format that includes one-on-one interviews and debates, the content often showcases an array of views on pressing matters, enhancing the listener's grasp of complex subjects while staying balanced and informed.

Unique in its approach, the podcast seeks to engage with both common topics and lesser-discussed subjects, blending expert insights with analytical discourse. It serves an audience keen on gaining com... more

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1. Jon R. Lindsay
2. Jim Balsillie
3. Sergio Marchi
4. Tom Nichols
5. Tony Keller
6. Bob Rae
7. Paul Grod
8. Kaylie Tiessen

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