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The Vassy Kapelos Show

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Canada
Donald Trump
Mark Carney
Alberta
United States
Iran
British Columbia
Tariffs
China
Canada–united States Relations
Venezuela
NATO
Greenland
Oil Prices
Inflation
Canada-Us Trade
Conservative Party
Pierre Poilievre
Bank Of Canada
Liberal Party

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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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: Zelenskyy meets with Prime Minister Carney in Banff. Tr... more

Prime Minister Mark Carney has gathered his Liberal Cabinet in Banff, Alberta ahead of the House of Commons' return on September 21st. Ahead of announcing a new Defense support package, Carney sat down for a bilateral meeting with Ukrainian President... more

Not even 24 hours after Canada's counter-tariffs were launched against their next-door neighbours, U.S. President Trump is already thinking of hitting back. He is planning to ramp up 50% tariffs against more Canadian goods, while also banning Canadia... more

Prime Minister Carney has released a new 'forward guidance' video message - warning of economic pain to come - as Canada's retaliatory duties on U.S. products take effect. Vassy speaks with international trade lawyer William Pellerin as the latest de... more

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Recent Guests

Joël Denis Bellevance
Ottawa Bureau Chief for La Presse
La Presse
Episode: Premiers of Alberta and Saskatchewan reject energy as leverage in trade talks with U.S.
Emma Duerden
Canada Research Chair in Neuroscience and Learning Disorders
Western University
Episode: Premiers of Alberta and Saskatchewan reject energy as leverage in trade talks with U.S.
Gavin Newsom
Governor of California, interviewed on the program
Governor of California
Episode: What happens next in the Canada-USA tariff standoff?
Alan Cross
Broadcaster and music journalist
Ongoing History of New Music
Episode: What happens next in the Canada-USA tariff standoff?
Dr. Jillian Halladay
Clinical epidemiologist, McMaster University
McMaster University
Episode: What happens next in the Canada-USA tariff standoff?
Rini Rashid
Trade lawyer, Macmillan
Macmillan
Episode: What happens next in the Canada-USA tariff standoff?
Reynolds Mastin
President and CEO of the Canadian Media Producers Association
Canadian Media Producers Association
Episode: Canada announces new retaliatory tariffs on U.S. goods, effective September 8th
Tim Pleiser
Executive Director, Concussion Legacy Foundation of Canada
Concussion Legacy Foundation of Canada
Episode: Canada announces new retaliatory tariffs on U.S. goods, effective September 8th
Hayley Hamilton
Co-Director, Institute for Mental Health Policy Research at CAMH
CAMH
Episode: Trump threatens future additional Auto, Steel tariffs as Canada-USA trade war continues

Hosts

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

4.0 out of 5 stars from 180 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
    Canadaa year 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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'Sounds like all the pillars of a deal': President Trump says Canada and the U.S. have a trade deal as specifics remain scarce
Q: What does a deal need to look like to be acceptable for Canada, especially on sectoral tariffs and supply management?
Panelists express that concessions are likely in exchange for relief on tariffs, with emphasis on protecting supply management and seeking reductions in sectoral tariffs, while acknowledging that the exact terms remain unclear.
Premiers of Alberta and Saskatchewan reject energy as leverage in trade talks with U.S.
Q: What is the practical impact of tariffs on a small Canadian business in Abbotsford?
The owner describes a sharp hit to revenue, with roughly 35% of sales going to the U.S. and tariff costs forcing difficult decisions about staffing and applying for relief programs that have stringent eligibility requirements.
Trump threatens future additional Auto, Steel tariffs as Canada-USA trade war continues
Q: What is the potential impact on the auto sector if tariffs persist or intensify?
Industry leaders described increased costs, supply chain disruption, and the temptation to relocate production, but emphasized that a mutual, rules-based agreement is possible if both sides accept compromises that preserve North American-market access.
Trade talks heat up in D.C. as Canada looks to avoid new tariffs
Q: What are you watching for in the trade talks as the deadline nears?
Expect movement and signaling from both LeBlanc and Charrette, with attention to whether there will be concrete concessions on sectoral tariffs and dairy/alcohol quotas, while recognizing political sensitivities around provincial approvals.
Officials plead for patience as B.C. wildfire evacuees wait for answers
Q: How close are we to a deal before the August 19th tariff deadline?
Negotiations are ongoing with high-level discussions and a push to present a plan to Trump and Carney, but no final agreement has been reached; both sides are seeking to stave off the 50% tariffs with an interim deal and potential concessions.

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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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