West of Centre
CBCKathleen Petty sits down with politicians, pundits, and other thoughtful westerners for conversations about the priorities, preoccupations and politics of Albertans and others who are West of Centre.
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 151 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | PoliticsNews | |||
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This week on West of Centre, guest host Jason Markusoff reconvenes the national political panel The House Party for a conversation about Alberta’s relationship with Ottawa.
That historically difficult partnership has changed with a deal to pursue a... more
The geopolitical rules were rewritten this week as the U.S. moves beyond simply buying oil. It effectively took over the world's largest oil reserves in Venezuela — the same kind of heavy oil produced by Alberta. It's a threat that can't be dismissed... more
From a Trump trade war and a historic teachers' strike, to the UCP government’s use of the notwithstanding clause, 2025 has been a high-stakes whirlwind for Alberta.
This week on West of Centre, the CBC’s own Jason Markusoff swaps his producer and w... more
What if the biggest danger to Canada isn’t a foreign enemy or even U.S. President Donald Trump? Rather, poor policy decisions and decades of deferred leadership that have created deep regional resentments – including here in Alberta – that threaten t... more
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- Loved “Breaking Point”
I loved Kathleen’s discussion with the authors of Breaking Point. I would vote for the party whose platform contained the suggestions put forth in this book.
Apple Podcasts5BC PJ
Canadaa month ago - Recent podcast
Smitb going to the USA and Florida when Trump was speaking of the Prime Minister as a Governor and Canada as becoming the 51st state was disgusting and purely playing to the UPC extreme base. This was about sovereignty and Canadians agreed with “elbows up”! Trump tempered this talk which then allowed Carney to go to the White House. It’s sound politics pure and simple. He doesn’t need to have “elbows up” given the rhetoric has stopped.
Apple Podcasts4Wiretap1Canada3 months ago - Highlights partisans
Feels like click bait - and so often the participants are smug partisans. Host "chuckles" around the controversies and her ideology becomes apparent with time
Apple Podcasts1pj sparriCanada4 months ago - Balanced Views
After the election I realized that most of the podcasts except House Party were people from the East. I am from BC and could not figure out the stance that Alberta was taking. I happened on this podcast and love it. May not agree with all the points but I think that opening up to hear what the West thinks and feels has helped give me a well rounded and balanced education of what is going on. It is now a must listen to for me and I hope for you. Now, if we can get something similar for BC then we... more
Apple Podcasts5mcduff514caCanada6 months ago - Alberta Girl
One of my favourite podcasts. Don’t always agree with the pundits or Kathleen but I am not looking for an echo chamber rather a spectrum of ideas and opinions. I appreciate the work and love a Western Canadian pod. Keep up the good work!
Apple Podcasts5DixiondixCanada7 months ago
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Focused on the unique political landscape of Alberta, this podcast features insightful conversations with a variety of influential figures, including politicians, analysts, and experts. The discussions explore pressing issues faced by Albertans, from healthcare reform and energy policies to grassroots movements and provincial politics. Noteworthy is the podcast's commitment to presenting a spectrum of perspectives, encouraging balanced discourse on contentious topics affecting the region. The format aims to engage listeners by illuminating the complexities of political dynamics in Alberta and providing context that caters both to residents and those interested in western Canadian issues.
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Recent guests on West of Centre include:
1. John Ibbitson
2. Darrell Bricker
3. Matthew Scace
4. Colin Aitchison
5. Jared Wesley
6. Bill Whitelaw
7. Emma Graney
8. Jeremy van Loon
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