No Talking Points

No Talking Points

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Pete Hoekstra: “51st State” Talk, Chinese EVs, and CUSMA

Marco Vigliotti sits down with U.S. Ambassador to Canada Pete Hoekstra for a No Talking Points conversation on everything shaping Canada–U.S. relations, “51st state” talk, Buy Canadian rhetoric, Canadian tourism in the U.S., Chinese EVs, border security, and CUSMA negotiations. And yes, we ask: has he skated the Rideau Canal?

Mark Carney's Majority Era

A whirlwind political weekend has reshaped the landscape. Following the Liberal Convention and three by-elections, Mark Carney now leads a majority government. Hosts Marco Vigliotti and Brian Storseth, joined by Zita Astravas and Dr. Tim Sargent, unpack how it happened, including the five MPs who’ve already crossed the floor. Is this just the beginning?

1 Convention, 3 By-Elections… Maybe a Majority?

Hosts Marco Vigliotti and Brian Storseth are joined by Sarah Hamilton, Principal (Alberta) at Wellington Dupont Public Affairs, to discuss how the outcomes of three upcoming by-elections could hand Prime Minister Mark Carney a majority government, what that could mean for potential floor crossers, and what to watch ahead of the upcoming Liberal Party convention.

Planes, Politics, & Property

Marco Vigliotti and Brian Storseth sit down with Erin Morrison (Texture Communications), Jonathan Kalles (McMillan Vantage), and iPolitics Reporter Aya Dufour to unpack a week of major shifts. They dive into Avi Lewis’ leadership win, Air Canada’s looming CEO departure, and the housing changes that could reshape the market for Canadians.

Trump Turbulence, Joe Rogan & the NDP’s Big Decision

Marco Vigliotti and Brian Storseth are joined by TACT’s Sandra Aubé, the Broadbent Institute’s Jen Hassum, and Sebastian Skamski, former Director of Media Relations to Pierre Poilievre. The panel analyzes Poilievre’s appearance on The Joe Rogan Experience and its reception among Canadian audiences, explores Donald Trump’s evolving foreign policy posture and the implications for Canada, and previews the upcoming NDP leadership vote and what it signals for the party’s direction.

Ballots & Bank Accounts: Canada’s Big Squeeze

Canada’s political and economic future is in flux. Marco Vigliotti is joined by Spark Advocacy's Perry Tsergas and Impact Public Affairs' Christian von Donat to unpack how upcoming by-elections could shift power in Ottawa and what they reveal about support for Mark Carney, alongside a deep dive into polling data and voter sentiment. We also explore Canada’s role in global trade negotiations and the real-world impact of housing pressures and broader economic challenges facing Canadians today.

Canada’s Political Moment: By-Elections, Foreign Policy, and Energy

Marco Vigliotti and Brian Storseth are joined by Navigator’s Bahoz Dara Aziz, iPolitics reporter Aya Dufour, and QP Briefing reporter Barbara Patrocinio to discuss the political forces shaping Canada’s next election cycle, including upcoming by-elections in Ontario and Quebec. The conversation also explores Canada’s foreign policy stance amid global conflict, provincial politics under Doug Ford, and the future of Canada’s energy policy.

Middle Power Moves, Trade Deals, and A Political Tightrope

Marco Vigliotti and Brian Storseth are joined by Bridget Howe of Crestview Strategy to break down the Prime Minister’s rapid response to escalating international tensions, the political stakes at home, and Canada’s “middle power” positioning. They also dive into what Canada’s latest trade deals and priorities in India mean for the country’s economic future, national unity, and the political tightrope facing leaders in Ottawa.

Trump's Tariffs, Party Wars & the Olympic Price Tag

Marco Vigliotti and Brian Storseth are joined by Navigator’s Sharan Kaur, StrategyCorp’s Garry Keller, and iPolitics reporter Aya Dufour to break down President Trump’s reaction to the U.S. Supreme Court ruling on his tariffs and the political fallout as a third MP crosses the floor to join the Liberal caucus. The panel also examines whether Ottawa should increase funding for Canadian athletes and what Mexico’s security situation means for upcoming international events. No Talking Points is iPolitics’ signature weekly podcast, hosted by Editor-in-Chief Marco Vigliotti and Publisher Brian Storseth. The show features candid, in-depth conversations with a rotating panel of guests on the latest developments in Canadian politics and global affairs. Keep up with us: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/nl/podcast/no-talking-points/id1846690033?l=en-GB Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5efxTPPxfLDpSu5fnNhyzJ LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/company/ipoliticsca TikTok: @ipoliticsca YouTube: @ipoliticscanada Website: ipolitics.ca

Polling, Power, Pressure, and the Path to an Election

Hosts Marco Vigliotti and Brian Storseth are joined by iPolitics Reporter Aya Dufour, Cecely Roy of Burson Canada, and Quito Maggi of Mainstreet Research to dive into how polling numbers, national identity, and emotional reactions to external pressures are shaping voter intentions. The panel also unpacks Doug Ford’s urban strength in Ontario, Alberta’s simmering separatist sentiment, looming provincial leadership changes, and the critical role of trade and international relationships in Canada’s economic future.

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