This week, we are joined by our insider Will Stewart, a pioneer in the cannabis industry, to unpack how the cannabis space has influenced various sectors, and what we should expect now that legalization is upon us. Then, we will hear from our very own principals David Phillips and Danielle Parr on whether cannabis has been a policy win for the federal government, as well as how the very same government has handled its international relations with Saudi Arabia following the disappearance of a pro...
Oct 18, 2018•35 min
Welcome to Political Traction. This week, we are joined by our insider Jennifer Pagliaro, City Hall Bureau for The Toronto Star . She will unpack the upcoming municipal election and explain what it’s like to cover City Hall. We are also joined by Navigator’s Ryan Guptill and Mike VanSoelen to discuss the madness of municipal politics in our country ahead of E-Day, and look at the role cities will play ahead of cannabis legalization.
Oct 11, 2018•32 min
Welcome back to Political Traction. This week, we speak to our insider Richard Madan, Washington Bureau Correspondent for CTV News , on what’s been happening behind closed doors in D.C. We are also joined by Navigator’s Deirdre McMurdy and Philippe Gervais, who hails from our Montreal office and arrived straight from the polling booth, to discuss the results of the provincial election in Quebec as well as the NAFTA- or should we say USMCA…
Oct 04, 2018•30 min
Welcome to the first episode of the fourth season. This week, we speak to our insider Marieke Walsh from iPolitics on what it’s like to report at Queen’s Park. We’re also joined by Navigator’s Ryan Guptill and Colin MacDonald to discuss Jagmeet Singh’s troubles as federal NDP leader, Governor General Julie Payette one year in, and the exciting results of the New Brunswick provincial election. Join us every Thursday as we continue to unpack what’s making headlines....
Sep 27, 2018•38 min
Welcome to Political Traction, the podcast that takes a closer look at the political issues of the week to see how well they are resonating with the public. In this season’s brand new segment, we will be sitting down with political figures, industry professionals and strategists to find out more about who they are, but more importantly, why you should care. Join us every Thursday, beginning September 27, with our host Amanda Galbraith to unpack what’s making headlines.
Sep 20, 2018•2 min
On this episode of Political Traction , David sits down with Navigator Consultants Jeff Costen and Kanivanan Chinniah to discuss the ongoing NAFTA negotiations, Trump’s continued criticism of Trudeau, and the shut down of a Twitter account parodying Environment Minister Catherine McKenna. Views expressed do not necessarily represent those of Navigator or its affiliates.
Jun 28, 2018•27 min
On this episode of Political Traction, David sits down with Navigator’s Anne Kilpatrick, Amanda Galbraith, and Ryan Guptill to discuss the victory of the Ontario PC Party and Doug Ford’s transition to power. In the first half of the episode, Anne and David speak about Navigator’s What Just Happened? research results. In the second half, Amanda and Ryan break down what to expect from the Ford government as it takes the reins of the province. Views expressed do not necessarily represent those of N...
Jun 22, 2018•25 min
This week on Political Traction, we have another episode in our Ontario election series. In the wake of the Ontario provincial election and the transition from a Liberal government under Kathleen Wynne to a Progressive Conservative government under Doug Ford, Navigator conducted a province-wide research project. We did this to find out why Ontarians voted the way they did. We presented the research results as part of a Live stream – What Just Happened? This episode is a conversation with event p...
Jun 14, 2018•24 min
On this week’s episode of Political Traction, Navigator Executive Chairman, Jaime Watt, presents the results of our province-wide post-election survey. After the votes were tallied and the next premier was decided, Navigator conducted focus groups across Ontario to understand why Ontarians voted the way they did. The results of this research are presented as part of a live stream. You can view the entire presentation including discussions with panelists at Navigator’s website www.navltd.com View...
Jun 13, 2018•16 min
On this episode of Political Traction , David sits down with Navigator Principal Lisa Pearson to talk about Navigator’s post-election research study. In the latter half of the show he’s joined by Navigator Principals Mike Van Soelen and Amanda Galbraith to discuss the federal government’s purchase of the Trans Mountain Pipeline and Trump’s imposition of steel and aluminium tariffs on Canada and other countries. Views expressed do not necessarily represent those of Navigator or its affiliates....
Jun 08, 2018•32 min
This week, Political Traction brings you another special episode in our Ontario election series. On this episode, David sits down with two of Navigator’s Principals — Lanny Cardow and Anne Kilpatrick, head of Navigator’s research practice — to discuss polling methodology, how to avoid polling errors, and what polls mean to political campaigns. Views expressed do not necessarily represent those of Navigator or its affiliates.
May 31, 2018•22 min
This week on Political Traction, David is joined by Navigator Associate Principal and veteran of New Democratic politics, Sally Housser, to discuss the Ontario election and the recent surge in support the NDP have experienced. Views expressed do not necessarily represent those of Navigator or its affiliates.
May 27, 2018•19 min
On this episode of Political Traction, David sits down with Navigator’s Director of Media Relations, Darryl Konynenbelt, and Toronto Star Queen’s Park Bureau Chief, Robert Benzie to talk about reporting on the campaign trail, how social media effects journalism and politics, and the Ontario provincial election. Views expressed do not necessarily represent those of Navigator or its affiliates.
May 18, 2018•28 min
As the campaign officially begins, Political Traction is producing a series of special episodes to take a deeper dive into the race. On this week’s episode, we’re looking at the first two leaders debates, the start of the campaign, and how each party should handle themselves and their opponents going forward. This week, David sits down with some of Navigator’s political veterans: Principals, Amanda Galbraith and Mike Van Soelen, and Senior Consultant Colin MacDonald. Views expressed do not neces...
May 11, 2018•56 min
On this episode, David sits down with Navigator Consultant, Clare Schulte-Albert, and Associate Consultant, Kanivanan Chinniah, to discuss Doug Ford’s election campaign, his greatest political threats, and the upcoming Ontario election. Views expressed do not necessarily represent those of Navigator or its affiliates.
May 04, 2018•18 min
On this episode of Political Traction, David sits down with Navigator Senior Consultants Morgan McLellan and Colin MacDonald to discuss the recent van attacks in Toronto, the Liberal convention in Halifax, and Kanye West’s tweets about his love for President Donald Trump. Views expressed do not necessarily represent those of Navigator or its affiliates.
Apr 27, 2018•28 min
On this episode of Political Traction, David is joined by Navigator Consultant, Jeff Costen, and Associate Consultant, Kanivanan Chinniah, to discuss the recent events around Kinder Morgan’s Trans Mountain pipeline, the controversy around Trudeau’s recent statements on the oil sands made during his trip to France, and Kathleen Wynne’s criticism of Doug Ford’s campaign rhetoric. Views expressed do not necessarily represent those of Navigator or its affiliates.
Apr 20, 2018•31 min
On this week’s episode, David sits down with Navigator Senior Consultants, Colin MacDonald and Morgan McLellan to discuss the recent gas attacks in East Ghouta, Syria and Prime Minister Trudeau’s response. Views expressed do not necessarily represent those of Navigator or its affiliates.
Apr 12, 2018•30 min
On this special episode of Political Traction, David sits down with Navigator’s Clare Schulte-Albert to talk about the launch of our new podcast Banking on Blockchain. Banking on Blockchain examines the blockchain revolution and how blockchain and cryptocurrency are disrupting sectors throughout the economy. The season premiers Monday, April 9, 2018. You can access the podcast on all our channels including iTunes, Soundcloud, and GooglePlay or by visiting www.navltd.com
Apr 06, 2018•13 min
On this week’s episode of Political Traction David Woolley is joined by Navigator consultant Jeff Costen and associate consultant Kanivanan Chinniah to discuss the Atwal affair and the recent marathon voting session the Conservatives forced on parliament hill. In the second half of the episode, Navigator’s David Millian is joined by KPMG’s Silva Kuftedjian to break down the Quebec budget and what the government’s spending priorities mean for the year ahead. Views expressed do not necessarily rep...
Mar 30, 2018•25 min
On this episode of Political Traction, David is joined by Navigator Principal Lanny Cardow and Senior Consultant Colin MacDonald to talk about the recent selection of Doug Ford as PC Party leader, Ontario premier Kathleen Wynne’s Speech from the Throne, and recent polling showing the federal Conservatives outperforming Justin Trudeau’s Liberals. Views expressed do not necessarily represent those of Navigator or its affiliates.
Mar 23, 2018•29 min
The House is away this week, so for this episode of Political Traction we’re looking at the launch of Legalized Season 2. Navigator produces Legalized , which is a look at Canada’s legal cannabis industry. On this episode, you’ll hear a clip from the show about the issues currently facing legislators and law enforcement when it comes to enforcing cannabis-impaired driving laws. Views expressed do not necessarily represent those of Navigator or its affiliates....
Mar 16, 2018•12 min
On this special episode of Political Traction, David sits down with Navigator principal Randi Rahamim and consultant Jeff Costen to discuss political leadership, Trudeau’s recent falling poll numbers, and the Ontario PC leadership race. Views expressed do not necessarily represent those of Navigator or its affiliates.
Mar 09, 2018•28 min
On this episode of Political Traction, David sits down with Navigator’s Colin MacDonald and Kanivanan Chinniah to discuss Budget 2018 and Prime Minister Trudeau’s recent trip to India. Views Expressed do not necessarily represent those of Navigator or its affiliates.
Mar 02, 2018•40 min
On this special episode of Political Traction, David sits down with Kevin Frank, the artistic director of the Second City Training Centre Toronto, as well as former Harper PMO staffers, Lanny Cardow and Joseph Lavoie, to discuss the interplay between comedy and politics and how satire effects the political landscape.
Feb 23, 2018•40 min
On this special episode of Political Traction, David Woolley sits down with Navigator’s David Millian to discuss the launch of Navigator’s new French-language podcast, Le Brief.
Feb 16, 2018•4 min
On this special episode of Political Traction, David sits down with Navigator’s Amanda Galbraith, Colin MacDonald, and Heather Watt to discuss the Ontario PC leadership race.
Feb 09, 2018•40 min
On this episode of Political Traction, David sits down with Navigator’s Randi Rahamim and Jonathan Lowenstein to discuss the recent allegations against Minister of Disabilities and Sport Kent Hehr, and Minister of National Revenue Diane Lebouthillier, as well as President Donald Trump’s announcement that the U.S. Embassy in Israel will be relocated from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem. Views expressed do not necessarily represent those of Navigator or its affiliates.
Dec 08, 2017•23 min
On this episode of Political Traction, David is joined by Navigator’s Darryl Konynenbelt, Director of Media Relations, and Senior Consultant, Morgan McLellan, to discuss the recent revelations that 60 ISIS members have returned to Canada and the announced plans by the government to rehabilitate, prosecute, and reintegrate them. Views expressed do not necessarily represent those of Navigator or its affiliates.
Nov 24, 2017•28 min
On this episode of the podcast, David Woolley sits down with Navigator’s Clare Schulte-Albert and Kanivanan Chinniah to discuss Prime Minister Trudeau’s visit to South East Asia for the APEC summit, TPP negotiations, ASEAN and the South East Asia Summit. Views expressed do not necessarily represent those of Navigator or its affiliates.
Nov 17, 2017•32 min
