No Power Panel

Today, Noam sits down with Yves Engler —author, activist, and now candidate in the 2026 NDP leadership race —for one of the most important conversations the show has hosted. Yves is our first return guest, and for good reason: In recent months, he has publicly accused the NDP of using opaque vetting , backroom committees , and bureaucratic delays to keep insurgent, left-wing candidates off the bal...

We unpack Zohran Mamdani’s NYC mayoral win and its strategic implications, dissect Canada’s 2025 budget (programs intact, public-sector cuts, and a measurable center-right fiscal turn), review the U.S. shutdown endgame (why caving erases your case), and challenge the legitimacy of floor crossing in a system where party labels appear on the ballot. Plus: Miss Rachel’s Gaza tribute as a model for ho...

In this episode of No Power Panel, we feature an in-depth conversation with Tony McQuail, a federal NDP leadership candidate. Tony outlines his comprehensive framework for transforming Canadian politics and society, focusing on representation, environmental regeneration, economic redistribution, and societal redesign. He shares his experiences as a long-time activist and farmer, advocating for a s...

Is Jon Stewart the presidential candidate America needs in 2028? This video from No Power Panel makes a passionate case for why the iconic comedian should run, arguing that his moral clarity, humor, and track record of fighting for working people make him the ideal leader for a politically and morally exhausted nation. Discover how Stewart's unique ability to connect with both liberals and progres...

Join us on No Power Panel for a compelling interview with Senator Yuen Pau Woo, the independent senator for British Columbia who has courageously introduced a motion in the Senate demanding an investigation into Canada's complicity in the Gaza genocide. Senator Yuen Pau Woo delves into the political climate in Ottawa, the challenges of confronting official narratives, and the profound moral questi...

This week on No Power Panel, Noam returns with updates, reflections, and a deep dive into the NDP leadership race that’s beginning to take real shape in Canada. After addressing his recent health challenges and the future of the show, Noam explores the state of the Canadian left, the candidates shaping the New Democratic Party’s next chapter, and the media’s role in determining who gets taken seri...

Noam opens with the fallout from the Charlie Kirk assassination and Andrew Scheer’s attack on journalist Rachel Gilmore, calling for Scheer’s resignation. Then, award-winning author Terry Fallis joins to talk satire, Angus McLintock, and his new novel The Marionette . We wrap up with Winners & Losers : Mark Carney, Tunis, Macron, and Trump’s Epstein ties.

In this week’s No Power Panel, Noam tackles a packed slate of current politics and principled conversations with precision and insight: Headlines & Commentary Canada’s NDP leadership race officially kicks off, marking a new chapter after the party’s historic collapse—members have until January 28, 2026, to register and vote in the leadership contest. Corus Media controversy: Noam swears off co...

In this edition of No Power Panel, Noam unpacks the week’s most urgent stories with clarity and conviction. Headlines Unpacked: Israel’s “double-tap” strike on Nasser Hospital in Gaza killed at least 20 people—including five journalists—sparking global outrage. Mark Carney greenlights the Churchill port project, fast-tracking LNG exports to Germany under his new “major projects” bill. Quebec plans...

This week on No Power Panel, it’s all systems go—packed with political drama and working-class resistance. From trade wars to by-elections to labor defiance, we cut through the noise from a left-wing perspective. Here’s what’s in store: Canada Backs Down on Tariffs Prime Minister Mark Carney has announced Canada will drop many retaliatory tariffs on U.S. goods to align with USMCA exemptions—leavin...

Hello and welcome back to No Power Panel! In this episode: Transition in the Studio We begin with a heartfelt announcement: Isaac is stepping back from hosting duties. We're grateful for his energy and contributions and excited for the next chapter—in which Noam continues on with guest cohosts like Ji Won Jung. Full Interview: Ji Won Jung of Reclaim the NDP Noam sits down with Ji Won Jung, spokesp...

This No Power Panel episode features our first-ever guest, radical author and activist Yves Engler, as he takes the mic in a full-length interview. Engler—nominated by the NDP Socialist Caucus for the 2026 federal leadership race—dives into what the party needs to do to reclaim its working-class socialist roots and resist both corporatism and imperialism. Highlights include: Why Yves is running: "...

This week on No Power Panel: Trump’s 35% tariffs on Canada go into effect—what now for trade and workers? Canada, France, and the UK move to recognize Palestine, setting up a global diplomatic shift. We break down the Battle River–Crowfoot byelection and what it signals for Poilievre. Plus: Trudeau and Katy Perry spotted dining in Montreal?! We get into the rumors—and what her “type” might say abo...

Join us on No Power Panel as we break down the most pressing stories from this week: Canadian First Ministers Meeting (July 21–23, 2025) Prime Minister Mark Carney and Premier Doug Ford convened in Huntsville, Ontario, alongside provincial premiers and First Nations chiefs to forge a unified strategy in response to former U.S. President Trump’s threat of 35% tariffs on Canadian goods beginning Aug...

In this episode of No Power Panel, we break down the latest developments shaking up the Canadian political landscape. From dramatic shifts in federal polling to emerging leadership contenders, this is a must-listen for anyone following the pulse of politics in Canada. Canadian Federal Polling Update – We analyze the newest numbers and trends, including what they mean for the Liberals, Conservative...

We draft and discuss the potential 2028 Democratic nominees for President. We discuss the positives and negatives of the various candidates and share who we think is most and least likely to win the primary. Isaac's draft picks are: J.B. Pritzker, Pete Buttigieg, Andy Beshear and Ro Khanna Noam's draft picks are: Alexandria Ocasio Cortez "AOC", Tim Walz, Jon Ossoff and Jon Stewart No one wants Jos...

On another episode of No Power Panel we discuss Mark Carney's pledge to double Canada's defense spending by 2035. Is austerity economics coming to Canada? In Alberta political news, Naheed Nenshi and the Alberta NDP win 2 by-elections, including Nenshi's new seat of Edmonton Strathcona. The Alberta Republican party performed better than expected in Olds-Didsbury-Three Hills running on a platform o...

We reveal how we plan to cover the war in the Middle East. Then No Power Panel discusses Mark Carney's bill C-5, compare it to Doug Ford's Bill 5 and explain why its unconstitutional. The G7 also doesn't go according to plan for Carney. Are things starting to crumble around the new Prime Minister? Then we turn our focus back to the New York City mayoral campaign. As Zohran Mamdani continues to clo...

A lot has changed in a week and we're here to cover it all. Israel and Iran have gone to war, largely due to Israel's first strikes on military and civilian targets. We discuss if this is the start of World War 3, what could happen next and how is the international community responding. ICE have begun kidnapping citizens and immigrants, targeting visible minority communities. Donald Trump orders t...

Elon Musk and Donald Trump go scorched earth on each other. Donald threatens to cut off millions from Elon in government contracts and Elon reveals that Trump is in the Epstein files. What's next in this wild soap opera of a government? Doug Ford's Conservatives pass Bill 5 and we go off! Bill 5 is an insult to first nations, municipalities and democracy itself. We explain what the Bill does and h...

This week on No Power Panel, we react to the Throne Speech. What was the significance of King Charles delivering it? Were there any surprises? What is like for Pierre Poilievre to be outside the house? It certainly tickles Noam's funny bone. And the King delivers a land acknowledgement? Canadian doctors return from Gaza with heartbreaking reports. We discuss the current state of the g-cide in the...

On this week's episode of No Power Panel, Noam and Isaac discuss Mark Carney's new cabinet: who's in? who's out? What the heck is the Minister of AI going to do? Then we discuss David Hogg's strategy to primary ineffective Democrats in Washington and across America, as well as the DNC's plan to oust him as Vice Chair. Why are the Democrats not trying to improve their low approval ratings and crapp...

This week on No Power Panel we get in to all the details of the Trump Carney oval office meeting. Mark Carney offers a masterclass on strength and poise while Donald Trump continues to bloviate needlessly. Pierre Poilievre will run in a byelection in Battle River-Crowfoot. We discuss the pros and cons of this decision. Will he win? What difficulties will he face as a national party leader represen...

We discuss the results of the 2025 Canadian federal election. The Liberal Party wins a strong minority under Mark Carney's leadership. The Conservative Party does better than expected. The NDP loses official party status. Does Mark Carney have an easy governing coalition? Can Pierre Poilievre hang on as Conservative leader? What will Jagmeet Singh's political legacy be? How does the NDP rebuild? N...

This week, we cover the polls heading into the final stretch of the Canadian Federal Election. We address whether the Liberals are in danger of losing what looked to be an almost certain majority government and what's behind the latest rise of the Bloc in Quebec. Noam and Isaac then discuss the latest Conservative Party ads and try to decide whether they are effective. Given that this is our final...