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Rudyard Griffiths and Sean Speer discuss the potential full military occupation of Gaza by Israel, why Israel's actions are necessary to induce surrender from Hamas, and how this parallels historical conflicts, including the atomic bombing of Hiroshima in the Second World War. They also cover the need for a permanent ceasefire, the lack of a clear endgame for Israel, and the potential long-term da...

Geoffrey Dancy, associate professor of political science at the University of Toronto, discusses his field of conspiracy theories, what makes people prone to believing them, the difference between fringe beliefs on the Left and Right, and when they've been proven to be true. They also delve into conspiracy theories about Jefferey Epstein and the backlash President Trump has faced from his base ove...

Leading author, journalist, and thinker David Frum and The Hub 's editor-at-large Sean Speer discuss the Carney government's decision to recognize Palestinian statehood, including the factors that led influenced it and what its consequences will be for Canada's relationship to Israel and the United States and the ongoing Israel-Hamas war itself. The Hub's podcast channel is sponsored this month by...

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. 1:18 - Our leaders keep talking about the housing crisis. So why aren't they acting like it's actually real? , by Mike Moffatt 6:58 - The ugly reality behind Canada hosting the beautiful game ,...

Rudyard Griffiths and Sean Speer discuss the potential looming trade war between the BRICS nations (Brazil, Russia, India, China) and the U.S., highlighting how India's continued purchase of Russian oil could incur additional tariffs, the need for Canada to strategize its position amidst the emerging trade blocs, and the potential long-term economic and geopolitical consequences. The news cycle ne...

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. 1:33 - Canada's recognition of Palestine is a strategic blunder—and Carney owns it , by Alan Kessel 7:28 - America's Got Talent is more than just a TV show , by Sean Speer This program is narrat...

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. 1:26 - There's no Canada-U.S. trade deal—and that's a good thing , by Tim Sargent 7:44 - No, removing bike lanes does not violate Canadians' Charter rights , Mark Mancini This program is narrate...

Rudyard Griffiths and Sean Speer discuss the impact of Trump's tariffs on Canada and their potential long-term economic consequences, and whether Trump's tariffs represent a new norm or a temporary aberration. In the back half of the show, they address the Carney government's plans to recognize the Palestinian state, the potential negative consequences that might arise from doing so, and the quest...

Rudyard Griffiths and Sean Speer discuss the impact of Trump's latest tariffs on Canada, its broader implications on global trade and economic growth, and the need for Canada to prepare for a post-USMCA world by negotiating a new trade deal that balances economic interests and national sovereignty. The news cycle never slows down and neither does Hub Hits. Each day we provide you with quick hits o...

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. 1:18 - The Bank of Canada's independence is crucial. Here are three ways to protect it , by Theo Argitis This program is narrated by automated voices. To receive the full-length edition of this...

Rudyard Griffiths and Sean Speer discuss Canada's potential recognition of a Palestinian state and how it risks complicating ongoing trade negotiations with the U.S. They also discuss how the timing of the announcement indicates a lack of confidence in reaching a trade deal, and reflects broader shifts in Canadian progressive politics. The news cycle never slows down and neither does Hub Hits. Eac...

Full Press discusses Trump's latest efforts to bring news companies to court, with billions at stake, asks how much AI will help or harm journalism, and analyzes a new report about how the CBC is disconnected from Canadians. To receive full-length editions of Full Press, subscribe now and become a Hub Hero to get access to all of The Hub's paid podcasts and our website www.thehub.ca. The Hub's pod...

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. 1:34 - We must protect freedom of expression in Canada—yes, even for controversial American worship leaders , by Christine van Geyn This program is narrated by automated voices. To receive the f...

The news cycle never slows down and neither does Hub Hits. Each day we provide you with quick hits on topical stories, big issues, and important voices appearing in The Hub, taped live. Ron Butler, principal broker at Butler Mortgage and host of the Angry Mortgage Podcast, discusses the impact of the Bank of Canada's decision on interest rates on the real estate market, the need for massive deregu...

The news cycle never slows down and neither does Hub Hits. Each day we provide you with quick hits on topical stories, big issues, and important voices appearing in The Hub, taped live. Reece Martin, an independent transit consultant, discusses the 14-year-long wait for Toronto's Eglinton Crosstown light rail transit line to be completed, and why Canada is so bad at building when it comes to trans...

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. 1:34 - Walking back the Liberals' pharmacare plans would be a major broken promise—and the right thing for Carney to do , by Sean Speer This program is narrated by automated voices. To receive t...

The news cycle never slows down and neither does Hub Hits. Each day we provide you with quick hits on topical stories, big issues and important voices appearing in The Hub, taped live. Rudyard Griffiths and Sean Speer discuss the impact of AI on search habits, highlighting the concept of "zero click" searches where users stay within AI-generated summaries without clicking through to original sourc...

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. 1:36 - In a World Wide Web reshaped by AI, the influence game has changed , by Rudyard Griffiths and Sean Speer This program is narrated by automated voices. To receive the full-length edition o...

The news cycle never slows down and neither does Hub Hits. Each day we provide you with quick hits on topical stories, big issues and important voices appearing in The Hub, taped live. Joseph Steinberg, professor of economics at the University of Toronto, discusses what would happen to Canada if a trade deal with the U.S. is not reached by the August 1st deadline, and highlights the potential fisc...

Andrew Coyne, columnist for The Globe and Mail, discusses his new book The Crisis of Canadian Democracy . He details the supreme power of the Prime Minister's Office, the powerlessness of our MPs, and how our democratic system could be changed to be truly representative of Canadians. The Hub's podcast channel is sponsored this month by Airbnb. To learn more about how Airbnb is helping, not hurting...

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. 1:26 - The first job is disappearing, and young Canadians deserve better , by Matt Spoke and Alexander Brown This program is narrated by automated voices. To receive full-length editions of Hub...

Publisher Rudyard Griffiths and editor-at-large Sean Speer discuss the ongoing trade negotiations between Canada and the United States in the lead up to next Friday's deadline, how recent agreements between the Trump administration and Japan and Indonesia show how President Trump is using trade negotiations to secure non-trade concessions from countries, and what it may mean for the Carney governm...

The news cycle never slows down and neither does Hub Hits. Each day we provide you with quick hits on topical stories, big issues and important voices appearing in The Hub, taped live. Brian Kingston, president and CEO of the Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers Association, discusses Canada's EV mandate, which aims for 100 percent EV sales by 2035. He also discusses how the mandate ignores market deman...

The news cycle never slows down and neither does Hub Hits. Each day we provide you with quick hits on topical stories, big issues and important voices appearing in The Hub, taped live. Globe and Mail columnist Andrew Coyne reflects on George Grant's Lament for a Nation, 60 years later. He questions the value of cultural protectionism, pushes back on fears of American influence, and makes the case...

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. 1:21 - The Hockey Canada sexual assault trial verdict is a just legal outcome—but that's not the end of the story , by Joanna Baron This program is narrated by automated voices. To receive full-...