No Talking Points

No Talking Points

by iPolitics

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Bridges, Trade Wars, and Election Speculation....Again?

In this week’s episode of No Talking Points, hosts Marco Vigliotti and Brian Storseth are joined by iPolitics reporter Aya Dufour to unpack President Donald Trump’s comments on the Gordie Howe International Bridge and what they reveal about the state of Canada-U.S. relations. The conversation also digs into the stakes for CUSMA negotiations, the urgency of diversifying Canada’s trade partnerships, and what it all signals as political tensions rise and election speculation ramps up.

Trump’s Influence, Trade Tensions, and Canada’s Economic Future

In this episode of No Talking Points, Marco Vigliotti and Brian Storseth are joined by Erin Morrison and Aya Dufour to talk through the latest in Canadian politics, including Trump’s shadow over Canada, rising expectations for Mark Carney and the Liberals, and the economic pressure building in the auto sector. The conversation also dives into federal–provincial tensions and a heating-up NDP leadership race.

The Return of Parliament, Party Leadership Politics, and Canada on the World Stage

This week, hosts Marco Vigliotti and Brian Storseth are joined by Mélanie Richer of Earnscliffe Strategies and iPolitics Reporter Aya Dufour to examine whether Prime Minister Mark Carney can turn international ambition into tangible relief for Canadians in this upcoming sitting of Parliament. The panel also explores party leadership politics, including Pierre Poilievre’s upcoming leadership review and the NDP leadership race.

A Balancing Act: Canada's Interests, Trump, and Trade

In their first episode of 2026, Marco Vigliotti and Brian Storseth welcome Erin Morrison and Michelle Johnston for a wide-ranging discussion on global uncertainty and political pressure at home. From Donald Trump’s latest geopolitical moves and trade negotiations to Pierre Poilievre’s leadership review, the panel breaks down the forces shaping Canada’s political moment.

The Alberta MOU: Turbulence, Tensions, and Canada’s Energy Future

In this episode of No Talking Points, host Marco Vigliotti is joined by Ryan Adam of Wellington Dupont Public Affairs, Marion Nader of Nexus Strategy Group, and iPolitics reporters Aya Dufour and Davis Legree for an in-depth look at the political turbulence surrounding the Alberta and Ottawa MOU. The panel breaks down the agreement’s national implications, including rising tensions over emissions targets, its impact on federal–provincial relations, and the growing political pressure facing both Ottawa and Alberta.

A Cabinet Shakeup, Environmental Crossroads, and the 2026 Outlook

Marco Vigliotti and Brian Storseth sit down with iPolitics reporters Aya Dufour and Davis Legree to unpack Steven Guilbeault’s departure from Prime Minister Mark Carney’s cabinet, the changing direction of federal environmental policy, and the potential for an election in 2026.

Revived pipeline ambitions, but what about the future of pharmacare?

Marco Vigliotti and Brian Storseth are joined by Aya Dufour of iPolitics and Michel Breau of Wellington Dupont Public Affairs to discuss the latest developments on a proposed Canadian pipeline, the status of pharmacare within the Carney government’s policy priorities, and Canada's international relations.

Speed Cameras, Confidence Votes, and Political Crossroads

This week, hosts Marco Vigliotti and Brian Storseth break down the political fallout from the budget confidence vote and what it means for the Liberals, Conservatives, and the NDP. They’re joined by Wellington Advocacy VP Zita Astravas, iPolitics reporter Aya Dufour, and QP Briefing’s Barbara Patrocinio to unpack major projects on the horizon and Ontario’s decision to remove municipal speed cameras.

Unfiltered with Brian Storseth - How Two Ontario Mayors Are Tackling Encampments

Introducing the first bonus episode of No Talking Points: Unfiltered with Brian Storseth. In this bonus episode, Brian delves into how Barrie Mayor Alex Nuttall and Oshawa Mayor Dan Carter are addressing encampments in their cities. What’s working, what isn’t, and what these approaches mean for their communities.

Budget day has come and gone, now what?

Marco Vigliotti and Brian Storseth are joined by iPolitics reporter Aya Dufour to unpack the fallout from last week’s federal Budget Day and what the upcoming Major Projects announcements could mean. Plus, the Ontario government drops its Fall Economic Statement stay tuned for what you need to know.

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