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The Vassy Kapelos Show

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The top newsmakers, political headlines, your go-to daily debrief. Vassy loves politics and she’ll make sure you do too. The Vassy Kapelos Show will keep you informed through hard-hitting interviews with the major players, entertaining analysis and debate with your favourite pundits and all the details and context you need on breaking news as it comes into our newsroom.

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Parti Quebecois leader Paul St. Pierre Plamondon campaigned on a promise to hold a referendum on Quebec independence, but not until after U.S. President Donald Trump leaves office. CTV Quebec Bureau Chief Genevieve Beauchemin joins Vassy with a break... more

In this 4-part series, Vassy Kapelos is joined by psychotherapist Jentzen Michael Shea for an in-depth discussion about various aspects of understanding grief. We examine how it impacts our lives and explore strategies for addressing and dealing with... more

Graham Richardson fills in for Vassy Kapelos today, as Quebec heads to the ballot box. La Presse Ottawa Bureau Chief Joel-Denis Bellevance joins Graham with a breakdown of what's at stake, as Quebecers vote for their next government.

On today's sho... more

It's the Graham Richardson Show - where we talk politics and also have a little bit of fun! You can catch Graham every single Friday from Noon until 2PM.

On today's show:

• The Friday Five: The Cornell Seven and the ripple effects of this frat h... more

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Recent Guests

Wayne Eyre
Retired Chief of Defence Staff (2021-2024)
Former Canadian Armed Forces
Episode: Stelco announces hundreds of layoffs, citing recent U.S. steel tariffs
Anne McGrath
Former National Director of the Federal NDP
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Episode: U.S. ban on some Canadian imports set to take effect Tuesday
Margaret MacMillan
Canadian historian and professor at Oxford
University of Oxford
Episode: U.S. ban on some Canadian imports set to take effect Tuesday
John McAllister
VP of Marketing and Communications at Campfire Circle
Campfire Circle
Episode: The Graham Richardson Show - September 25, 2026
Annette Ryan
Parliamentary Budget Officer
Parliamentary Budget Office
Episode: The Graham Richardson Show - September 25, 2026
Jess Fetterman
Chief Engineer, Seaspan Polar Icebreaker
Seaspan
Episode: The Graham Richardson Show - September 25, 2026
Senator Kim Pate
Canadian Senator and criminal justice advocate
Canadian Senate
Episode: The Graham Richardson Show - September 25, 2026
David Krueger
Assistant Professor in Robust Reasoning and Responsible AI, University of Montreal
University of Montreal
Episode: David Eby calls snap election in B.C.
Michael Couture
Senior Political Correspondent, CTV News
CTV News
Episode: David Eby calls snap election in B.C.

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Vassy Kapelos
Host of The Vassy Kapelos Show
Graham Richardson
Host of The Graham Richardson Show on iHeartRadio Talk Network
Tim Powers
Host substitute for Vassy Kapelos; The Vassy Kapelos Show (iHeartRadio Talk Network)

Reviews

3.9 out of 5 stars from 182 ratings
  • Great reporting!

    Vassy’s unbiased assessments and enthusiastic political reporting make me thankful for our Canadian democracy. Thankyou Vassy! You are the best.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Skysalute
    Canadaa year ago
  • Biased coverage and a boring voice

    While looking for a podcast on Canadian politics I found… this. It’s a no for me dawg.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    mojorising5
    Canada2 years ago
  • Great podcast; when Vassy hosts

    Can we skip episodes instead of these awful stand in's? Absolutely unlistenable...I've tried many times to give them a try but spoken word isn't their thing. Please stick to Vassy only. Otherwise great!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Mase12345
    Canada2 years ago
  • Guest hosts

    Where did they get Stephane Keys? It's like asking the janitor to step in when the OR doctor is on vacation. He is a complete clown. Cannot think on his feet and misses meatball after meatball. Dude, quit.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    PowderDay Pete
    Canada2 years ago
  • More interesting topics please

    This is no longer the Vassy Kapelos show. Time to stop listening to the liberal media that this has become.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    PowderDay Pete
    Canada2 years ago

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Listeners appreciate timely, insider-oriented political analysis with real-world impact.

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'Building Canada Strong Act' faces pushback from opposition, labour groups
Q: What guarantees do Canadians have that this omnibus bill won't reduce democratic accountability?
Proponents point to committee scrutiny, witnesses, and a more defined process for negotiations; opponents fear reduced oversight and potential overreach by ministers; the discussion emphasizes balancing speed with accountability.
'Building Canada Strong Act' faces pushback from opposition, labour groups
Q: Why is there a need for another piece of legislation if the first Building Canada Act was already passed last year?
The government argues this bill broadens scope to streamline reviews, expand infrastructure, and address labour relations across more sectors, while the opposition questions its consolidation of powers and potential rights issues; a shadow minister will respond after a thorough review.
What to expect from the House of Commons as Parliament begins the 2026 Fall Session
Q: My key question, does that mean prices for Canadians already very high are going to get even higher? Can the government guarantee that private investors won't charge airlines a lot more and therefore passengers will get charged a lot more?
MacKinnon responds that the program will be designed with protections to avoid unjustified increases, emphasizing that agreements will be put in place to reassure Canadians while allowing investment.
European Commission President invites Canada to become 'associate member' of the European Union
Q: What is associate membership and could Canada realistically become part of the EU under that label?
Associate membership is not an official EU category today; it would require new arrangements and likely a renegotiation of how Canada would participate in EU programs, with unclear implications for sovereignty and policy.
Bank of Canada holds key interest rate for a seventh straight ruling
Q: What does the Bank of Canada's hold mean for mortgages and consumers?
Frances Donald explained that while the hold provides stability, households with mortgages should stay aware of energy-driven inflation signals and the potential for targeted fiscal supports to cushion any future rate moves.

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A fast-paced, issue-driven briefing that blends live political reporting with in-depth analysis of current events in Canada and cross-border relations. Episodes consistently center on trade tensions with the United States, leadership dynamics, housing policy, and public policy debates, interspersed with sectoral takes from industry and regional voices, along with local governance and timely health, tech, and infrastructure angles. Noteworthy is the frequent use of live dispatches from Ottawa and Washington, a rotating panel of policy experts, and a willingness to mix serious policy discussion with human-interest stories and practical consumer guidance. This format likely appeals to listeners who want real-time context on how policy moves af... more

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2. Anne McGrath
3. Margaret MacMillan
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6. Jess Fetterman
7. Senator Kim Pate
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