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Hub Podcasts

Hub Media Canada

Welcome to Hub Podcasts, the audio version of the big ideas and in-depth conversations found at TheHub.ca, Canada"s fastest growing digital news outlet with half a million people engaging weekly with our content. Hub Dialogues features The Hub"s editor-at-large Sean Speer and managing editor Harrison Lowman engaged in longform conversations with leading thinkers on the big issues and ideas shaping the public conversation. In Conversation with David Frum features the insights and analysis of

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33:21

From Trump's geopolitical moves to Quebec separatism:...

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2026/01/08

In this episode of Hub Politics, Sean Speer is joined by Amanda Galbraith, co-founder and president of Oyster Group, and David Coletto, founder and CEO of Abacus Data, to discuss how Trump's aggressive actions in Venezuela and toward Greenland may influence Canadian politics, potentially benefiting Prime Minister Carney while complicating Pierre Poilievre's positioning. They also debate political predictions for 2026, including the likelihood of a federal election, rising Quebec separatism under

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30:58

Does the mainstream media have Bari Weiss Derangement...

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2026/01/08

Full Press diagnoses if Bari Weiss is in over her head as the new editor-in-chief of CBS News or whether the mainstream media are out to get her, dives into allegations that one of Canada's top military reporters is a secret Russian spy, and asks whether politicians who only do interviews with ideological allies are shooting themselves in the foot. The Hub is Canada's fastest growing independent digital news outlet. Subscribe to The Hub's podcast feed to get all our best content:

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24:13

Is an Alberta budget crisis closer than we think?

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2026/01/08

Hub Headlines features audio versions of the best commentaries and analysis published daily in The Hub. Enjoy listening to original and provocative takes on the issues that matter while you are on the go. 0:18 - An Alberta budget crisis? It may be closer than you think, by Trevor Tombe 7:33 - Trump's new 'Donroe Doctrine' leaves no room for Carney's China reset, by Ed Fast 17:54 - Dropping the F-35 fighter jet would make us more vulnerable to the U.S., not less, by Andrew Kemle This

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15:50

Trump's Debt Crisis: What's really driving America's...

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2026/01/07

Rudyard Griffiths and Sean Speer discuss what could be behind Trump's aggressive foreign policy toward Greenland and Venezuela. They examine how America's deteriorating fiscal situation may be driving territorial ambitions and resource extraction strategies. As tariff revenues fall short of expectations, they argue that the administration appears to be seeking alternative revenue sources through control of foreign assets. They explore whether this represents a fundamental shift toward predatory

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22:56

Why Trump's Venezuela gambit won't break Canadian oil

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2026/01/07

Hub Headlines features audio versions of the best commentaries and analysis published daily in The Hub. Enjoy listening to original and provocative takes on the issues that matter while you are on the go. 0:18 - Why Trump's Venezuela gambit won't break Canadian oil, by Falice Chin 9:10 - Canada keeps flaming out at the World Juniors—and it's no surprise why, by Kirk LaPointe 15:50 - With international threats rising, our military needs a new plan to train the next generation, by J.L

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14:16

Trump wants Greenland: How should Canada respond?

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2026/01/06

Rudyard Griffiths and Sean Speer discuss the Trump administration's renewed interest in Greenland and its geostrategic importance. They examine the island's independence movement and whether the U.S. could leverage Greenlandic autonomy desires against Denmark. They also address White House deputy chief of staff Stephen Miller's provocative comments around military action in Greenland, the broader MAGA administration's approach to allied sovereignty, and Canada's stronger stance on Greenland compared

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18:24

The uncomfortable reason hate is festering in Canada

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2026/01/06

Hub Headlines features audio versions of the best commentaries and analysis published daily in The Hub. Enjoy listening to original and provocative takes on the issues that matter while you are on the go. 0:18 - The uncomfortable reason hate is festering in Canada, by David Polansky 6:44 - The biggest media story of 2026—and why the mainstream press is hoping you'll ignore it, by Peter Menzies 12:20 - Get ready for a painful 2026, Ontario, by Matt Spoke This program is narrated by

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15:59

Trump's Venezuela invasion: How should Canada respond?

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2026/01/05

Rudyard Griffiths and Sean Speer discuss the U.S. military's incursion into Venezuela, the capture of dictator Nicolas Maduro, and its implications for a new world order. They examine whether President Trump's actions signal a broader hemispheric strategy and the erosion of moral principles in U.S. foreign policy. They then explore historical parallels, the risks of great power conflict, and urgent policy recommendations involving Canadian sovereignty and security. The Hub is Canada's fastest

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22:35

Why impatience may be Pierre Poilievre's only path to...

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2026/01/05

Hub Headlines features audio versions of the best commentaries and analysis published daily in The Hub. Enjoy listening to original and provocative takes on the issues that matter while you are on the go. 0:17 - Why impatience may be Pierre Poilievre's only path to victory, by David Coletto 6:06 - Trump, the rise of China, and the birth of AI—what stories from the last 25 years will stand the test of time?, by Sean Speer 16:24 - Disabled Canadians should never feel compelled to die. Let's

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33:41

Janice Stein on Trump's Venezuela takeover

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2026/01/04

Janice Gross Stein, Belzberg professor of Conflict Management and the founding director of the Munk School of Global Affairs & Public Policy at the University of Toronto, discusses the Trump administration's military incursion into Venezuela and the apprehension of leader Nicolás Maduro to face charges in New York. She also discusses where the move fits within the United States' larger national security doctrine and the implications for Russia and China. The Hub is Canada's fastest growing

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32:24

David Frum on what happened to Indigenous...

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2026/01/03

Leading author, journalist, and thinker David Frum discusses his new article in The Atlantic on the growing questions about Canada's approach to reconciliation, including a possibly precedent-setting court decision that could upend property rights in the country. The Hub is Canada's fastest-growing independent digital news outlet. Subscribe to The Hub's podcast feed to get our best content when you are on the go: https://tinyurl.com/3a7zpd7e (Apple) https://tinyurl.com/y8akmfn7 (Spotify) Want

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26:13

What will end Carney's political honeymoon?

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2026/01/02

Rudyard Griffiths and Sean Speer discuss Prime Minister Mark Carney's political standing as 2026 begins. They examine whether his post-election honeymoon can withstand persistent affordability challenges and stalled U.S. trade negotiations. They also explore the growing intergenerational divide in Canadian politics, with older voters supporting Carney's stability while younger Canadians focus on economic scarcity. In the second half of the show, they discuss the Toronto Maple Leafs and draw

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40:01

Former Prime Minister Stephen Harper on Canada's flag...

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2026/01/01

Former Prime Minister Harper joins us to talk about his book, Flags of Canada, which chronicles the political battles and passionate discourse that gave us the iconic Maple Leaf in 1965. He argues that Canadians must tap into their national pride and independent identity in the face of open hostility from American President Donald Trump. This episode originally aired on February 25th, 2025. The Hub is Canada's fastest growing independent digital news outlet. Subscribe to The Hub's podcast feed to

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27:24

Margaret MacMillan on why Canadians should stop...

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2025/12/30

Renowned Canadian historian Margaret MacMillan defines the historical moment we now find ourselves in — where might makes right on the international stage and populism spreads throughout the western world. She also discusses the harm Prime Minister Trudeau had on how Canadians view their history, and the concerning rise of "anti-history" historians. This episode originally aired on February 4th, 2025. The Hub is Canada's fastest growing independent digital news outlet. Subscribe to The Hub's

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38:34

Ross Douthat on why everyone should be religious...

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2025/12/25

New York Times columnist Ross Douthat makes the case for religion that extends beyond typical utilitarian arguments. He explains why a religious outlook has a more compelling understanding of the universe, human consciousness, and other fundamental questions than is often understood even by religious believers themselves. Ross's new book, Believe: Why Everyone Should be Religious, is on sale now. This episode originally aired on April 3rd, 2025. The Hub is Canada's fastest growing independent

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30:19

Chief Aaron Pete: Why we need truth before...

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2025/12/23

On September 30th, Canada marked the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation—a day to look back at the legacy of residential schools, the 150,000 Indigenous children who attended, and the abuse they suffered under the state-run project. It's also a day to take stock of what Canadians make of that history and what they believe should or shouldn't be done in the present to respond. Harrison Lowman speaks to Aaron Pete, Chief of Chawathil First Nation in B.C. and host of the Nuanced Podcast about why

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05:03

Conservatives may not be winning elections—but they...

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2025/12/20

Hub Headlines features audio versions of the best commentaries and analysis published daily in The Hub. Enjoy listening to original and provocative takes on the issues that matter while you are on the go. 0:21 - Conservatives may not be winning elections—but they are winning the argument: The Weekly Wrap, by Sean Speer This program is narrated by automated voices. Subscribe to The Hub's podcast feed to get all our best content: https://tinyurl.com/3a7zpd7e (Apple)

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21:20

The emerging civil war within the MAGA movement

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2025/12/19

Rudyard Griffiths and Sean Speer discuss the escalating civil war within the MAGA movement in the United States, sparked by conservative commentator Ben Shapiro's recent high-profile speeches where he called out antisemitism and conspiracism on parts of the American Right. They explore how right-wing figures like Candace Owens are pioneering a new style of conspiracy-driven political discourse, the fragmentation of conservative media gatekeeping, and why these developments matter here in Canada. In

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20:21

David Frum breaks down 2025's defining moments

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2025/12/19

Leading author, journalist, and thinker David Frum and The Hub's editor-at-large Sean Speer reflect on the most significant political developments of 2025. They discuss a number of topics including the threats to Canadian sovereignty from the Trump administration, Canada's economic reckoning after the Trudeau era, the reconciliation debate in the aftermath of major Indigenous land claim decisions, and rising global antisemitism. In the second half of the show, they discuss what to expect in 2026,

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15:36

After Bondi Beach: Why Canada Is not immune to anti...

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2025/12/19

Noah Shack, CEO of the Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs, discusses the threat of terrorist violence in Canada following a recent CSIS intelligence report and the antisemitic attack in Australia. He argues that Canadian authorities must enforce existing laws against incitement to violence, particularly regarding protests that have normalized antisemitism and calls for terrorism. He emphasizes that the threat extends beyond the Jewish community to all Canadians, calling for coordinated action from

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