We’ve all seen the big crowds at Poilievre rallies. But what can we learn from them? We ask our experts.

Plus, do you talk politics with your kids?

Deb speaks with:

Rob Flack - Municipal Affairs and Housing Minister 

Mark McQueen - Toronto-based entrepreneur, a former board chair of two federal agencies and adviser in Brian Mulroney’s PMO 

Tim Powers - Chairman of Summa Strategies and managing director of Abacus Data  

We&rsquo;ve all seen the big crowds at Poilievre rallies. But what can we learn from them? We ask our experts.
Plus, do you talk politics with your kids?
Deb speaks with:
Rob Flack - Municipal Affairs and Housing Minister&nbsp;
Mark McQueen - Toronto-based entrepreneur, a former board chair of two federal agencies and adviser in Brian Mulroney&rsquo;s PMO&nbsp;
Tim Powers - Chairman of Summa Strategies and managing director of Abacus Data&nbsp;&nbsp;

Deb Hutton provides listeners with real talk that cuts through the noise for the early drive home. Her experience in politics and communications brings a fresh common sense perspective on the issues that matter. 

Deb Hutton provides listeners with real talk that cuts through the noise for the early drive home. Her experience in politics and communications brings a fresh common sense perspective on the issues that matter.

The Deb Hutton Show

For Pierre Poilievre, does size matter?

Mark Towhey chats with Tom Korski, Managing editor of Blacklock's Reporter, as he spills the tea on Parliament Hill. And Mark asks you if you are already thinking ahead to the 2026 municipal elections. 

 

Mark Towhey chats with Tom Korski, Managing editor of Blacklock's Reporter, as he spills the tea on Parliament Hill. And Mark asks you if you are already thinking ahead to the 2026 municipal elections.&nbsp;
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Spilling the Governments Dirt and Municipal Elections in 2026

Mark Towhey is in for Deb Hutton and he's curious about the increase of popularity of raw milk, and finds a listener who has tried it. Are you looking to skip town and looking for a good deal? Sarah Hupalo, owner of Elite Travel Windsor answers some of Marks questions about last minute holiday plans. 

Mark Towhey is in for Deb Hutton and he's curious about the increase of popularity of raw milk, and finds a listener who has tried it. Are you looking to skip town and looking for a good deal? Sarah Hupalo, owner of Elite Travel Windsor answers some of Marks questions about last minute holiday plans.&nbsp;

What's the Deal with Raw Milk and Last Minute Travel Deals

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Mark Towhey digs into Canada’s mysterious drop in public‑school enrolment—fewer kids in Grade 1 than Grade 12—and explores whether families are shifting to private schools, homeschooling, or simply having fewer children. He also tackles Ontario’s debate over shortening teachers’ college. On “Stupid of the Day” he  highlights the province’s stagnant welfare rates, previews the day’s top CTV News stories, and opens the phones for a lively “Swipe Left” round of dating dealbreakers.

Mark Towhey digs into Canada&rsquo;s mysterious drop in public‑school enrolment&mdash;fewer kids in Grade 1 than Grade 12&mdash;and explores whether families are shifting to private schools, homeschooling, or simply having fewer children. He also tackles Ontario&rsquo;s debate over shortening teachers&rsquo; college. On &ldquo;Stupid of the Day&rdquo; he&nbsp; highlights the province&rsquo;s stagnant welfare rates, previews the day&rsquo;s top CTV News stories, and opens the phones for a lively &ldquo;Swipe Left&rdquo; round of dating dealbreakers.

For Pierre Poilievre, does size matter?

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