No Talking Points

In our latest bonus episode in collaboration with Compass News Ottawa, Brian Storseth sits down with Ottawa mayoral candidate and current city councillor for Kitchissippi Ward, Jeff Leiper. The conversation delves into Landsdowne 2.0, the state of Ottawa's transit and traffic, how return-to-office policies will impact the capital, and much more.

In this bonus episode, Brian Storseth and David Valentin of Liaison Strategies return to break down the latest polling in Ottawa's mayoral race with incumbent Mayor Mark Sutcliffe, Councillor Jeff Leiper, and newcomers Alex Lawson and Neil Saravanamuttoo. They also explore what Ottawa residents think about the value they receive for their tax dollars, and whether they're willing to pay more for be...

In this bonus episode, Brian Storseth sits down with Ottawa mayoral candidate Neil Saravanamuttoo. From his background as an economist to his plans for improving transit and tackling traffic congestion, they break down his platform and vision for the City of Ottawa. No Talking Points is iPolitics’ signature weekly podcast, hosted by Editor-in-Chief Marco Vigliotti and Publisher Brian Storseth. The...

This week, Marco Vigliotti and Brian Storseth are joined by iPolitics Reporters Aya Dufour and Sydney Ko to recap what happened before Parliament's summer recess and look ahead to what's in store when MPs return to Ottawa in the fall. From New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's aura to Mark Carney's rizz on the global stage, Canada's situationship with the United States over CUSMA and much more, the...

Marco Vigliotti and Brian Storseth are joined by Parker Lund (Sussex Strategy), Liam Olsen (North Vancouver Council Candidate), Farees Nathoo (Enterprise Canada), and Jeff Rutledge (Vantage) to break down the Carney government's newly released AI strategy and what it could mean for jobs, investment, and economic growth. They also discuss the regulatory slowdown in major project approvals and exami...

In this bonus episode, Brian Storseth and David Valentin of Liaison Strategies return to break down the latest polling in Ottawa's mayoral race. With new data on traffic congestion and public transit, what are voters saying, and how could those issues shape the campaign? We also examine where the candidates stand as the Race to City Hall begins to take shape, with incumbent Mayor Mark Sutcliffe of...

Hosts Marco Vigliotti and Brian Storseth are joined by Harshivam Bawa (Young Energy Professionals Network and Temple Scott Associates), Max Fawcett (Canada's National Observer), and iPolitics Reporter Aya Dufour to break down new economic data showing Canada has entered a technical recession. They also discuss Canada's energy ambitions and the ongoing CUSMA negotiation saga.

Post-CANSEC, and as Ottawa ramps up defence spending, what is the City of Barrie doing to unlock regional growth? In this bonus episode of No Talking Points: Unfiltered, Brian Storseth sits down with Mayor Alex Nuttall to debrief his recent trip to Ottawa for CANSEC, Canada's leading defence, security, and emerging technology event. They discuss how Barrie is positioning itself to support the fede...

Marco Vigliotti and Brian Storseth are joined by Liberal strategist Kyle Harrietha and Conservative strategist Cole Hogan to discuss the fallout from the resignation of former Environment Minister Steven Guilbeault. The panel breaks down mounting speculation surrounding a possible summer cabinet shuffle, including which ministers could be vulnerable and which MPs may be in line for promotion. They...

Marco Vigliotti and Brian Storseth are joined by Ryan Adam (Wellington Dupont Public Affairs), Ben Woodfinden (Meredith Boessenkool & Phillips), and iPolitics Reporter Aya Dufour to dive into Mark Carney and Danielle Smith's agreement on a new pipeline and what the change in tone on carbon pricing means for Canada. They also discuss Nate Erskine-Smith's provincial politics fumble, the future f...

Marco Vigliotti and Brian Storseth sit down with Laura Kurkimaki (McMillan Vantage), Claire Seaborn (Torys LLP), and iPolitics reporter Aya Dufour to break down the future of Canada’s major projects, including approvals, legal challenges, and the political battles surrounding them. The conversation also turns to carbon pricing tensions between Alberta and Ottawa, and the municipal election contest...

Marco Vigliotti is joined by Cameron Ahmad (Former Director of Communications to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau), Farees Nathoo (Enterprise Canada), and Kyla Ronellenfitsch (Relay Strategies) to explore the political stakes behind Canada’s pipeline debates, the tension between energy and climate policy, and the resurgence of separatist sentiment in Alberta.

Hosts Marco Vigliotti and Brian Storseth are joined by Bahoz Dara Aziz (Navigator), Michel Breau (Wellington Dupont Public Affairs), and Cole Hogan (Conservative Strategist) to deep dive into the Carney government's first Spring Economic Update. From the $66.9 billion deficit to the Team Canada Strong Fund, Canada’s affordability crunch, and CUSMA negotiations, the panel breaks down what it all me...

In this bonus episode, Brian Storseth is joined by David Valentin of Liaison Strategies to unpack new polling released through a partnership with iPolitics’ Compass News Ottawa. What do the numbers say about Mayor Mark Sutcliffe? From crime and transit to affordability and the future of Lansdowne, they break down how Ottawa residents are grading their mayor. Keep up with Compass News Ottawa https:...

This week, Marco Vigliotti is joined by Charles Finlay (Toronto Metropolitan University's Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst), Kyle Harrietha (former Chief of Staff to the Minister of Energy and Natural Resources), and Brittney Kerr (Framepoint Public Affairs) to discuss a range of topics, including Prime Minister Mark Carney’s Sunday address and its potential impact on ongoing trade negotiations and rel...

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?

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?

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.

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.

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 preview...

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 th...

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, a...

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 tightr...

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...

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 provi...