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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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The Carney government has unveiled the next series of nation-building projects - a plan that includes LNG, hydroelectric, and critical minerals.

On today's show:

• Vassy chats with author and former Washington Post columnist Philip Bump about th... more

The Carney government will unveil its second list of 'nation-building' infrastructure projects tomorrow in British Columbia. The list will include mining, energy, and LNG projects, according to government sources.

On today's show:

• Vassy speaks... more

Prime Minister Mark Carney, along with his Cabinet members, are touring Canada to promote the 2025 Federal Budget. Are Canadians buying what they're selling? You'll hear Vassy's conversation with Jobs Minister Patty Hajdu.

On today's show:

• 19-... more

The Carney government will face a final confidence vote on the 2025 Federal Budget later today, and whether or not it will pass is still up in the air.

On today's show:

• The U.S. Senate has passed a bill aimed at ending the weeks-long governmen... more

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Recent Guests

Sylvain Charlebois
Canada's food professor
Episode: New polling suggests Carney government has 'a lot of work to do' in selling its budget to Canadians
David Coletto
CEO of Abacus Data
Episode: New polling suggests Carney government has 'a lot of work to do' in selling its budget to Canadians
Sean Fraser
Attorney General and Justice Minister
Episode: New polling suggests Carney government has 'a lot of work to do' in selling its budget to Canadians
Chris D'Entremont
Former Conservative, now Liberal MP from Nova Scotia
Episode: New polling suggests Carney government has 'a lot of work to do' in selling its budget to Canadians
Rodrigue Gilbert
President of the Canadian Construction Association
Canadian Construction Association
Episode: As the Liberals introduce a new Federal Budget, a Conservative MP crosses the floor
Jean-François Perrault
Chief economist at Scotiabank
Scotiabank
Episode: Setting the scene for the Carney government's first Federal Budget
David Shoemaker
CEO of the Canadian Olympic Committee
Canadian Olympic Committee
Episode: PSAC warns that the 2025 Budget could include major government job cuts
Sharon DeSousa
National President of the Public Service Alliance of Canada
Public Service Alliance of Canada
Episode: PSAC warns that the 2025 Budget could include major government job cuts
Sharan Kaur
Principal at Navigator and former deputy chief of staff to finance minister Bill Morneau
Navigator
Episode: U.S. Ambassador to Canada says no tariff deal is coming this year

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Vassy Kapelos
Host of the show, known for her engaging interviews and insightful analysis of major political events.

Reviews

4.1 out of 5 stars from 157 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
    Canada7 months 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
    Canada8 months 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
    Canada10 months 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
    Canada10 months 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
    Canadaa year ago

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The podcast is commended for its informative approach to current events, though some perceive it as politically biased.
Concerns have been raised about the involvement of guest hosts and a preference for Kapelos's hosting.
The discussions tend to be relevant and thought-provoking, though a portion of listeners request a broader range of topics.
High-quality interviews and coverage of major political news are frequently praised by the audience.
Listeners appreciate the engaging political reporting and insightful analysis from Vassy Kapelos.

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Setting the scene for the Carney government's first Federal Budget
Q: Do you foresee any challenges with the budget in terms of the NDP's support?
I think the NDP is likely to require something in return for support given their principles.
Setting the scene for the Carney government's first Federal Budget
Q: How do you think the budget will impact our economy?
The budget needs to stimulate private investment while still ensuring public service efficiency.
‘What are we going to do to grow our economy?’ - Business Council of Canada CEO on tomorrow's Federal Budget
Q: What do you think the most important thing is this budget needs to accomplish?
Increasing investments in Canada to address challenges with the U.S. and long-term growth.
PSAC warns that the 2025 Budget could include major government job cuts
Q: Can we expect Newfoundland and Labrador to stay in sync with the federal government's current approach to the U.S.?
Absolutely, I think that a Team Canada approach is what's needed.
PSAC warns that the 2025 Budget could include major government job cuts
Q: What were you thinking when you heard the Finance Minister's comments about job cuts?
I think the Minister is definitely delusional because there is no way they're going to meet their vision of Canada and what is required if they don't have the public service to support their needs.

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1. Sylvain Charlebois
2. David Coletto
3. Sean Fraser
4. Chris D'Entremont
5. Rodrigue Gilbert
6. Jean-François Perrault
7. David Shoemaker
8. Sharon DeSousa

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