This week, host Amanda Galbraith is joined by The Scrum panelists and Navigator colleagues Caroline Harvey, Michael Cooke and André Pratte to discuss issues with vaccine shopping, upcoming predictions for the 2021 federal budget, and the late Duke of Edinburgh’s legacy.
This week, host Amanda Galbraith is joined by Laura Stone, a reporter for the Globe and Mail, to discuss the COVID-19 third wave and how medical advisors have stepped up and into the spotlight during this time. The pair go head-to-head in our rapid-fire round to discuss Prince Philip’s passing, Jill Biden’s tights, and Clubhouse.
This week, host Amanda Galbraith sits down with Navigator Senior Consultants Shakir Chambers and Matthew Barnes to look back a the Conservative policy convention, and look ahead to the upcoming Liberal convention. Then the three go head-to-head in our rapid fire round on Cinnamon Toast Shrimp, vaccines and favourite patios in Ottawa and Toronto.
In this month’s Scrum edition, Navigator colleagues Caroline Harvey, Michael Cooke and André Pratte join host Amanda Galbraith to discuss the Sarah Everard case and if this will further push #MeToo conversations, the CPC convention, and the death of shame in politics in the case of Andrew Cuomo.
In the wake of a historic interview with Meghan Markle and Oprah Winfrey, audiences are often left to make their own assumptions about what really happens in preparation for a tell-all broadcast. To dissect this incredible story that has dominated news cycles for days, we are joined by Navigator colleagues Danielle Parr and Andrea Ernesaks to unpack everything that goes on behind-the-scenes to prepare for such an interview. The trio goes head-to-head in our rapid-fire round to discuss the one-ye...
This week, host Amanda Galbraith sits down with the Honourable Margaret McCain for a discussion on early childhood education and its ability to break barriers for Canadian women, while improving educational outcomes for children across the country. Fitting for International Women’s Day, the pair explore a policy proposal that all Canadians can get behind.
This week host Amanda Galbraith speaks to Canadian Centre for the Purpose of the Corporation expert panel member David Simmonds to discuss the purpose of Black History Month, investigate how the movement for racial justice has developed over the last year and explore what it’s like to be a Black corporate professional. Then, the two go head-to-head in our rapid-fire round on the Golden Globes, free Britney movement, quarantine hotels and more.
On this month’s Scrum, Caroline Harvey, André Pratte and Michael Cooke sit down with host Amanda Galbraith to debate the recent announcement on gun control, Canada’s ongoing relationship with China, Mark Carney’s new Twitter profile and so much more.
This week, host Amanda Galbraith sits down with Karen Restoule, a former Director of the Justice Sector of the Chiefs of Ontario and co-founder of Bold Realities, along with Karen Mackenzie, President of MacKintosh Canada, PeopleBest Canada and an Expert Panelist at the Canadian Centre for the Purpose of the Corporation. The trio discusses the rapidly growing Indigenous economic sector, land acknowledgements, the United Nations, and the Mi’kmaq fishery dispute in Nova Scotia.
This week, host Amanda Galbraith sits down with Globe and Mail reporter Robyn Doolittle to discuss the blockbuster, two-and-a-half year investigation into the power gap that still exists between men and women in our workplaces and within Canada’s public institutions. Then, the two go head-to-head in our rapid fire round on blank front pages, Olympic controversy and their shared distaste for Tom Brady.
This week, guest host Jason Hatcher sits down with fellow Navigator Managing Principal Mike Van Soelen to discuss the departure of Julie Payette and what it means for the Liberal government. Then the two go head to head in our rapid-fire round to discuss GameStop, Superbowl predictions and their favourite winter sports.
This week on Political Traction, we launch our new monthly segment The Scrum. Every month, host Amanda Galbraith breaks down the biggest headlines in the country with Navigator colleagues and former heads of newsrooms, Caroline Harvey, André Pratte and Michael Cooke. This week they unpack everything from the vaccine rollout to the US presidential inauguration.
This week on Political Traction, host Amanda Galbraith sits down with Globe and Mail reporter and a friend of the podcast, Marieke Walsh to discuss the politics behind Canada’s vaccine rollout. Then, the two go head to head in our rapid fire round on Inauguration, Sex and the City reboot and the recent social media bans.
This week on a very special year-end edition of Political Traction, host Amanda Galbraith sits down with a team of former journalists who have run national newsrooms and know what it’s like to break, shape or kill a story. Caroline Harvey, former Executive Producer of CBC’s The National; André Pratt, former Editor in Chief of La Presse; and Michael Cooke, former Editor in Chief of the Toronto Star unpack the year that was. The panel looks at the best of, the worst of, and the political plays tha...
This week, host Amanda Galbraith speaks to Canadian writer and founder of The Line, Jen Gerson. The two unpack today’s media climate, the biggest issues facing Canadian writers and the motivation for breaking away from the norm to start The Line. Then, the two go head-to-head in our rapid fire round on the vaccine, lockdown and Jen’s… interesting… holiday recipe.
This week host Amanda Galbraith links up with Jason Hatcher to discuss the political environment in Alberta and what it means for its COVID response. Plus, a special announcement from our Calgary office. Then, the two go head-to-head in our rapid-fire round to discuss Trump’s pardons, the fate of Stampede 2021 and Jason’s favourite winter activity.
This week host Amanda Galbraith sits down with Dan Kelly, CEO of the Canadian Federation of Independent Business to unpack the impact of lockdown measures for small businesses across Canada. Then the two go head-to-head in our rapid fire round to discuss the potential demolition of the Rogers Centre, Black Friday and daylight savings time.
This week on Political Traction, host Amanda Galbraith sits down with Globe and Mail Reporter Laura Stone to discuss the politics of lockdowns, including the challenges the Ford government is facing as they announce new measures. As COVID-19 case counts reach new heights, governments are forced to bring new rules and restrictions. The two go head to head in our rapid-fire round to discuss Rudy Giuliani, their favourite holiday movie, and the recent developments surrounding a potential COVID-19 v...
With all eyes on our neighbours to the south, host Amanda Galbraith sits down Sean Speer to unpack the important lessons learned from this very significant election. Sean is an expert in political strategy in his role as a fellow-in-residence at the Public Policy Forum, and has recently published an op-ed in the National Post about the larger political implications of the election. Then the two face-off in our rapid fire round to discuss their election predictions, Ontario’s COVID approach, and ...
This week on Political Traction, host Amanda Galbraith sits down with Navigator’s Executive Chairman Jaime Watt to discuss the U.S. Election and how a group of disaffected Republicans have created one of the most creative and influential PACs: The Lincoln Project. Jaime and Amanda review just two of the organization’s many ads – GOP Cribs and Rats to unpack how they are working to defeat Donald Trump on November 3. Then, the two go head to head in our rapid-fire round to discuss Trudeau’s recent...
This week on Political Traction, host Amanda Galbraith speaks with Matt Triemstra, the Vice President and General Manager of Navigator’s Ottawa office, Ensight. The two discuss the week that was in our nation’s capital, and break down exactly what happened with the various motions and votes that took place. Then, the two go head-to-head in our rapid-fire round to discuss Halloween, Borat, The Pope and Alberta’s new COVID test.
This week on Political Traction, host Amanda Galbraith sits down with fellow Navigator colleague Alex Shiff, a Senior Consultant in our Vancouver office and political commentator, to discuss all things surrounding the BC election. Alex breaks down what exactly happened with “Zoom Gate” and the implications that 700,000 mail-in ballots will have for the timing of the BC election results. The two go head-to-head in our rapid-fire round to discuss Amy Coney Barrett, Amazon Prime Day, Lebron James a...
This week on Political Traction, host Amanda Galbraith sits down with Bob Hallett, a Newfoundland-based political commentator, business owner, and advisor to the Schroeder Policy Group — you might also know him from his band, Great Big Sea or his involvement in the hit musicals “Come From Away” and “No Change in the Weather”. Bob tells us that, while the rest of Canada is concerned with COVID-19, Newfoundland is facing its own unique set of challenges despite being virus-free. Then, the two go h...
This week on Political Traction, host Amanda Galbraith sits down with the Vice President of the Canadian Centre for the Purpose of the Corporation and fellow Navigator Principal Tasha Kheiriddin. With the recent launch of the CCPC, Amanda and Tasha take a deep dive into why companies need to pay attention to the changing political and social landscape, and what it means for the future of business in Canada. Then, the two go head-to-head in our rapid-fire round to discuss the presidential debate,...
This week on Political Traction, host Amanda Galbraith sits down with her friend and fellow Navigator Principal Colin MacDonald. The two unpack this week’s Throne speech and share their thoughts on what we can expect in the months to follow. Then, the two go head-to-head in our rapid fire round to discuss Schitts Creek, Ellen, RBG and COVID testing.
This week on Political Traction, host Amanda Galbraith sits down with leadership strategist and former speechwriter Siri Agrell. Next week, in the 150th Speech from the Throne, the Trudeau government is expected to lay out its plan for national COVID recovery and an ambitious new policy agenda. Amanda and Siri go behind the scenes to look at what it takes to write such a major speech. Then, the two go head-to-head in our rapid fire round to discuss Mulan , the wildfires and the coming second wav...
On the Season 7 Premiere of Political Traction host Amanda Galbraith sits down with Marieke Walsh, a reporter with the Globe and Mail and a good friend of the podcast. The two unpack the summer that was: how a global pandemic, changes in senior federal cabinet members and an unlikely relationship has shaped a political landscape that looks much different than it did 12 months ago. Then, the two go head-to-head in our rapid fire round to discuss three very important topics: politics, wine and spo...
This week, on Political Traction’s season finale, host Amanda and Navigator’s Managing Principal and friend of the podcast Mike Van Soelen unpack the tumultuous year 2020 has been so far, and make predictions for what the rest of the year will bring. From Brexit and railway blockades, to the coronavirus and killer hornets, this year has been a nonstop sprint. The two will also discuss the political leaders who have risen to the occasion, and those who have fallen short.
This week on the “Blackout” edition of Political Traction, host Amanda Galbraith speaks with Andria Barrett, President of the Canadian Black Chamber of Commerce to discuss the Black Lives Matter movement, and what can be done to support the black business community. You can learn more about the CBCC by visiting www.blackchamber.ca
This week on the “Save our Cities” edition of Political Traction, host Amanda Galbraith speaks with Toronto Beaches-East York City Councillor Brad Bradford to unpack the role of municipal planners when pandemics hit, and discuss what cities can do to prepare for unprecedented changes to urban life, including physical distancing circles and bike lanes.
