The Bill Kelly Podcast

The deadline for a new US-Canada trade deal has passed—and there’s no agreement? In Episode 187, Bill breaks down the latest in the ongoing US-Canada trade conflict, as Trump’s tariffs on Canadian goods imported into the US jump from 25% to 35%. While 90% of products are still covered under CUSMA, key sectors like steel, lumber, and auto parts are being hit hard. Prime Minister Mark Carney and his...

Bill unpacks myths (and outright lies) surrounding the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza, questioning the narratives presented by political leaders like Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and U.S. President Donald Trump. Bill discusses the political and humanitarian dimensions of the evidentially-substantiated genocide and forced starvation tactics of the Israeli state, the role of intern...

Why does it seem like the United States economy is holding up “remarkably well”, despite Trump’s tariffs? Is it a false sense of security? Why are US businesses refraining from passing their (billion dollar!) losses onto consumers… yet? As for Canada’s economy, our national employment is up, consumer spending is up and loyalty to Canadian businesses seems stronger than ever. But will it last? Or i...

As pressure builds within Canada to secure a new trade deal with the United States, concerns are rising over the tariffs , political maneuvering, and one-sided negotiations coming out of Washington. In Episode 183, Bill critiques the so-called “deals” brokered by the Trump administration, arguing they’re more about political optics than mutual economic benefit. As Canada faces new economic and exi...

U.S. Ambassador Pete Hoekstra is at it again, calling Canadians “mean and nasty” for our (clearly effective) collective American travel and alcohol boycotts. Join Bill in Episode 182 as he breaks down Hoekstra’s remarks, the economic fallout from escalating tariffs, and the urgent need for a coordinated Canadian response. With Prime Minister Carney meeting with premiers to confront growing trade c...

Epstein’s list. Donald Trump. Media manipulation. We are being DUPED! In today’s volatile political landscape, these headlines dominate—but what are they distracting us from? In Episode 181 of The Bill Kelly Podcast , Bill unpacks the deliberate use of media as a tool for political distraction. He examines how figures like Trump expertly flood the news cycle with outrage and spectacle, diverting a...

Is free trade between Canada and the United States dead? That stark question reverberated on Face the Nation when Margaret O’Brien challenged Howard Lutnick, the US Secretary of Commerce—and Bill has some things to say about it. In Episode 181, Bill dissects President Trump’s recent announcement of a sweeping 35% tariff on Canadian imports, set to take effect August 1, 2025—while steel, aluminum,...

In Episode 180 of The Bill Kelly Podcast, Bill discusses the recent announcement of Stephen Colbert's show cancellation by CBS, attributing it to economic pressures and political influences from the Trump administration. He expresses concern over the implications for freedom of speech and the press, highlighting the broader issues of media censorship and the importance of protecting democratic val...

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announced new tariffs on Chinese steel this week—an aggressive move to defend Canada’s steel manufacturing sector amid rising global trade tensions. The announcement, delivered at Walter Steel in Hamilton, Ontario (Bill’s hometown!) sends a clear message: Canada is ready to stand up for its workers and industries. In Episode 179 of The Bill Kelly Podcast, Bill u...

Pierre Poilievre (and, to be fair, most Canadian political pundits) may assume the northern Alberta riding of Battle River–Crowfoot is his guaranteed safe seat in the House of Commons—but Bonnie Critchley says not so fast. This veteran-turned-Independent candidate is gaining momentum in a riding long considered a Conservative stronghold, and she’s hearing the same thing over and over: voters feel...

Has Pierre Poilievre learned ANYTHING from his unemployment? In recent news, Poilievre is still fighting ghosts and slinging mud against Prime Minister Mark Carney, but most Canadians aren’t buying into his petulant style of politics. Poilievre’s lukewarm reception at the Calgary Stampede says a lot—and so do his lowbrow attacks on Mark Carney’s ethics, which seem more about personal political gai...

So much for “elbows up,” right? While plenty of pundits have rushed to criticize Prime Minister Mark Carney’s response to Trump’s latest tariffs—calling it weak or overly cautious—the facts tell a different story. Just because Carney isn’t waving his fists or throwing out empty threats like Doug Ford doesn’t mean he’s not playing the long game. He’s not stooping to Trump’s level, and that might ac...

Canadian PM Mark Carney has tasked his Cabinet with creating “ambitious savings” proposals ahead of the Fall budget — a move that could reshape the federal government as we know it. With nearly 400,000 people currently working for the federal government, and considering the 40% increase in civil service over the Trudeau decade, Carney’s Cabinet is now hunting for “efficiencies.” Translation? Poten...

What do you do when the world’s most powerful leader won’t play by the rules? In Episode 174, Bill Kelly discusses the growing global frustration with Donald Trump’s administration, as world leaders—from Canada to Europe to Asia—grapple with the fallout of his unpredictable tariffs, isolationist policies, and combative negotiation style. Bill unpacks how Trump’s “America First” approach is straini...

Can Canada survive a trade war with the United States that it can’t afford to fight? How is Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney handling negotiations? Is he a ‘‘bootlicker” for tabling the Digital Services Tax, as some have said? In Episode 173, Bill dives into the rising tensions between Canada and the U.S., where Trump’s aggressive, one-sided negotiation style—and his controversial use of the Em...

As the United States celebrates another birthday, it’s time for an American intervention. With Trump’s gulag tour at “alligator Alcatraz”, 17 million people about to lose their health care with his “big beautiful bill”, and policies that benefit billionaires over citizens and workers, the American Dream is hanging by a thread (or is it a noose?). Episode 172 of The Bill Kelly Podcast looks at the...

On this Canada Day edition of The Bill Kelly Podcast , Bill explores how the meaning of our national holiday has transformed—from its roots as Dominion Day to a powerful celebration of Canadian identity in a changing world. This year’s celebrations come amid global challenges and a shifting relationship with the U.S., where Trump-era politics have tested Canada’s sovereignty and resilience. As our...

What does Canada really gain by backing down? Let’s dive into Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney’s abrupt decision to cancel its long-planned digital services tax, minutes before implementation, after mounting pressure from the Trump administration. The digital services tax was projected to bring in billions from U.S. tech giants like Amazon and Meta—but with the stroke of a pen, it’s gone. Trump...

In this Week in Review for June 22-28, 2025, Bill discusses significant political events across Canada, focusing on NATO's increased defense spending, the impact of the infrastructure bill on the Canadian economy, ongoing conflict in the Middle East, and the complexities of Canada-U.S. trade negotiations. The conversation highlights the challenges and opportunities facing Canada in a rapidly chang...

What would it mean for Canada to spend 5% of its GDP on defense? Does US President Trump deserve praise for inspiring Prime Minister Carney and Canada’s new NATO commitments? Let’s discuss the bold new commitment that could cost Canadians up to $150 billion annually and explore its ripple effects, like the implications of this decision on the federal budget, social programs, and military recruitme...

Is there a connection between Canada’s NATO commitments and building pipelines? Prime Minister Carney has committed to 2% of Canada’s GDP on military and defense spending, with a potential hike to 5% on the horizon. So, from the perspective of you and me, as part-owners of Canada, how are we going to pay for it? It looks like Prime Minister Carney has a plan for that, and is eyeing a new pipeline...

In breaking news, US President Donald Trump bombed three nuclear sites in Iran last night, seemingly unprovoked as “a pre-emptive strike” (sound familiar?) and with no clear end goal in sight. Let’s talk about the global implications of Trump’s decision as well as my predictions and the most shocking questions yet to be answered. In this special livestream episode originally airing June 22, 2025,...

In the first instalment of News Week In Review with The Bill Kelly Podcast, Bill reviews his biggest news stories of the week of June 15 - June 21, 2025. Today, he focuses on Prime Minister Mark Carney's performance at the G7 meeting, international tensions involving Donald Trump, Canada-India relations, the challenges in the Canadian airline industry, and the passing of Bill C-5 in recent legisla...

Ever wondered what Prime Minister Mark Carney’s approval ratings are compared to Pierre Poilievre’s? Would you believe me if I told that you Conservative voters are warming up to PM Carney? Keep watching to find out. Prime Minister Mark Carney’s national and cross-party approval ratings are on the rise, according to new survey data procured by Spark Advocacy (linked in the Further Reading material...

The United States (ie: Donald Trump) has seemingly abdicated their responsibilities within the G7, so who will step up to fill the void of power? Will Canada become a more major player on the global leadership stage? Mark Carney’s strong diplomatic presence shone as a beacon of stability according to G7 participant feedback, even as questions arise about the effectiveness of the G7 as it pertains...