Stelco is laying off workers in Hamilton and every level of government is livid. Steve Paikin and John Michael McGrath examine the impact tariffs have had on steel production in Canada, and what an American CEO has to do with this move.

Municipal Election Watch returns with Steve and John Michael taking a look at the races in Windsor and Halton Hills.

Former Ontario MPP Gary Malkowski and filmmaker Alvin Witcher join the podcast to discuss a new documentary, "Gary Malkowski: A Deaf Legacy in Ontario." Steve and the guests discuss Malkowski's journey from Deaf community advocate to elected official.

Steve's column: https://www.tvo.org/article/queens-park-needs-a-facelift-ontario-should-give-pei-a-call

JMM's column: https://www.tvo.org/article/analysis-should-the-province-rip-up-torontos-zoning-rules

Transcript file coming soon.

Stelco is laying off workers in Hamilton and every level of government is livid. Steve Paikin and John Michael McGrath examine the impact tariffs have had on steel production in Canada, and what an American CEO has to do with this move.
Municipal Election Watch returns with Steve and John Michael taking a look at the races in Windsor and Halton Hills.
Former Ontario MPP Gary Malkowski and filmmaker Alvin Witcher join the podcast to discuss a new documentary, "Gary Malkowski: A Deaf Legacy in Ontario." Steve and the guests discuss Malkowski's journey from Deaf community advocate to elected official.
Steve's column: https://www.tvo.org/article/queens-park-needs-a-facelift-ontario-should-give-pei-a-call
JMM's column: <a href="https://www.tvo.org/article/analysis-should-the-province-rip-up-torontos-zoning-rules">https://www.tvo.org/article/analysis-should-the-province-rip-up-torontos-zoning-rules</a>
Transcript file coming soon.

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#onpoli, a TVO podcast, is all about Ontario politics. Join hosts Steve Paikin and John Michael McGrath for candid interviews and a deeper understanding of how politics touches our day-to-day lives. When it comes to #onpoli, we're here to give you the big

#onpoli, a TVO podcast

Donald Trump's tariffs take a bite out of Steeltown

Contract talks between Stellantis and UNIFOR have taken a turn for the worse, and the automaker has said it plans to sell its idled plant to a defence contractor. Steve Paikin and John Michael McGrath dig into what's caused this road block, why the union is saying the current plan is unacceptable, and what pressure tactics the Canadian government could apply to the company.

In just over a month, municipal elections will be held across the province. In a new podcast segment, Steve and John Michael look at some of the hottest races -and discuss what happens if no one throws their hats in the ring.

The Financial Accountability Office of Ontario released its spending reports this week. Steve and JMM take a deep dive into the numbers and what they say about Ontario's economy.

Steve's column: https://www.tvo.org/article/william-howard-hearst-had-many-big-accomplishments-so-why-was-he-a-one-article-premier

JMM's column: https://www.tvo.org/article/analysis-should-the-ttc-increase-fares-during-rush-hour-one-mayoral-candidate-thinks-so

Contract talks between Stellantis and UNIFOR have taken a turn for the worse, and the automaker has said it plans to sell its idled plant to a defence contractor. Steve Paikin and John Michael McGrath dig into what's caused this road block, why the union is saying the current plan is unacceptable, and what pressure tactics the Canadian government could apply to the company.
In just over a month, municipal elections will be held across the province. In a new podcast segment, Steve and John Michael look at some of the hottest races -and discuss what happens if no one throws their hats in the ring.
The Financial Accountability Office of Ontario released its spending reports this week. Steve and JMM take a deep dive into the numbers and what they say about Ontario's economy.
Steve's column: <a href="https://www.tvo.org/article/william-howard-hearst-had-many-big-accomplishments-so-why-was-he-a-one-article-premier">https://www.tvo.org/article/william-howard-hearst-had-many-big-accomplishments-so-why-was-he-a-one-article-premier</a>
JMM's column: <a href="https://www.tvo.org/article/analysis-should-the-ttc-increase-fares-during-rush-hour-one-mayoral-candidate-thinks-so">https://www.tvo.org/article/analysis-should-the-ttc-increase-fares-during-rush-hour-one-mayoral-candidate-thinks-so</a>

Stellantis is looking to exit Brampton. Will the government step in?

Trade tensions between Canada and the United States reached a whole new level this summer. Steve Paikin and John Michael McGrath discuss what's changed and where we go from here.

The #onpoli podcast might have been on hiatus, but the news wasn't. Steve and John Michael look at some highlights - and lowlights - from the past few months.

September saw three provincial byelections. Steve and JMM look at what the results say about the Ontario Liberals.

Steve's column: https://www.tvo.org/article/meet-the-group-that-wants-you-to-read-your-way-across-canada

JMM's column: https://www.tvo.org/article/analysis-could-the-prime-ministers-pivot-to-europe-break-team-canada

Trade tensions between Canada and the United States reached a whole new level this summer. Steve Paikin and John Michael McGrath discuss what's changed and where we go from here.
The #onpoli podcast might have been on hiatus, but the news wasn't. Steve and John Michael look at some highlights - and lowlights - from the past few months.
September saw three provincial byelections. Steve and JMM look at what the results say about the Ontario Liberals.
Steve's column: <a href="https://www.tvo.org/article/meet-the-group-that-wants-you-to-read-your-way-across-canada">https://www.tvo.org/article/meet-the-group-that-wants-you-to-read-your-way-across-canada</a>
JMM's column: <a href="https://www.tvo.org/article/analysis-could-the-prime-ministers-pivot-to-europe-break-team-canada">https://www.tvo.org/article/analysis-could-the-prime-ministers-pivot-to-europe-break-team-canada</a>

A pivotal summer for Ontario

MPPs are heading into an extended summer break. Steve Paikin and John Michael McGrath discuss what has, and has not, been accomplished this year. Plus, how is the opposition reacting to the long break?

Ontario Premier Doug Ford is in the United States making his pitch for "Fortress North America," and making the rounds on American media. Steve and John Michael discuss how the premier is working with politicians on the ground. But will the Trump administration listen?

Matthew Shoemaker, the mayor of Sault Ste. Marie, joins Steve and JMM to talk about a new book on Sir William Hearst, Ontario's sole premier to come from The Soo.

Steve's column: https://www.tvo.org/article/can-a-little-known-policy-wonk-win-the-liberal-leadership-race

JMM's column: https://www.tvo.org/article/analysis-what-does-ontario-gain-from-fortress-north-america

MPPs are heading into an extended summer break. Steve Paikin and John Michael McGrath discuss what has, and has not, been accomplished this year. Plus, how is the opposition reacting to the long break?
Ontario Premier Doug Ford is in the United States making his pitch for "Fortress North America," and making the rounds on American media. Steve and John Michael discuss how the premier is working with politicians on the ground. But will the Trump administration listen?
Matthew Shoemaker, the mayor of Sault Ste. Marie, joins Steve and JMM to talk about a new book on Sir William Hearst, Ontario's sole premier to come from The Soo.
Steve's column: <a href="https://www.tvo.org/article/can-a-little-known-policy-wonk-win-the-liberal-leadership-race">https://www.tvo.org/article/can-a-little-known-policy-wonk-win-the-liberal-leadership-race</a>
JMM's column: <a href="https://www.tvo.org/article/analysis-what-does-ontario-gain-from-fortress-north-america">https://www.tvo.org/article/analysis-what-does-ontario-gain-from-fortress-north-america</a>

Donald Trump's tariffs take a bite out of Steeltown

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