The Alberta referendum puts Mark Carney's political skills on display, but what happens beyond the camera? Matt Gurney offers a way to weigh persuasive leadership against the government's capacity to get things done.

An Oilers jersey and an old classroom make a carefully chosen backdrop. The harder question is whether confidence in a federalist win gets people to the ballot box. If the result feels settled, what might that confidence miss?

Meanwhile, Pierre Poilievre is talking trade across the border. Matt gives him credit for his tone on American soil, yet still can't identify a coherent Conservative strategy. Hear where a worthwhile political appearance stops answering the bigger question of what the opposition is trying to achieve.

Topics: Alberta referendum, Mark Carney, Canadian unity, voter turnout, Pierre Poilievre

GUEST: Matt Gurney | readtheline.ca | @readtheline

Originally aired on 2026-10-13

The Alberta referendum puts Mark Carney's political skills on display, but what happens beyond the camera? Matt Gurney offers a way to weigh persuasive leadership against the government's capacity to get things done.
An Oilers jersey and an old classroom make a carefully chosen backdrop. The harder question is whether confidence in a federalist win gets people to the ballot box. If the result feels settled, what might that confidence miss?
Meanwhile, Pierre Poilievre is talking trade across the border. Matt gives him credit for his tone on American soil, yet still can't identify a coherent Conservative strategy. Hear where a worthwhile political appearance stops answering the bigger question of what the opposition is trying to achieve.
Topics: Alberta referendum, Mark Carney, Canadian unity, voter turnout, Pierre Poilievre
GUEST: Matt Gurney | readtheline.ca | @readtheline
Originally aired on&nbsp;2026-10-13

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From politics and pop culture to mental health, technology, and everyday life, this podcast is where night owls, deep thinkers, and curious minds come to connect. Featuring expert guests, passionate callers, and Shane&rsquo;s signature style&mdash;thoughtful, fearless, and refreshingly real.
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