The Bank of Canada has held firm on its key interest rate at 2.25%, marking the seventh consecutive occasion it has done so. At the same time, BOC Governor Tiff Macklem is warning that high oil prices caused by the war in Iran could be a bigger inflation risk than the U.S. trade war. Vassy Kapelos gathers instant reaction from RBC Chief Economist Frances Donald.

On today's show:
Vassy goes 1-on-1 with Arizona Democratic Senator Reuben Gallego, as the two discuss the ongoing trade war.
The Explainer with Dr. Nicholas Leyland, the President of the Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada: What is post-partum psychosis?
The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Jeff Rutledge, Sabrina Grover, and Shannon Greer.
Vassy speaks with marketing strategy expert Eric Blais about the political messaging on both sides of the Canada-USA trade dispute.
An eighth B.C. Conservative MLA has quit the party, citing Kerry-Lynne Findlay's leadership.

The Bank of Canada has held firm on its key interest rate at 2.25%, marking the seventh consecutive occasion it has done so.&nbsp;At the same time, BOC Governor Tiff Macklem is warning that high oil prices caused by the war in Iran could be a bigger inflation risk than the U.S. trade war. Vassy Kapelos gathers instant reaction from RBC Chief Economist Frances Donald.
On today's show:
<ul>
<li>Vassy goes 1-on-1 with Arizona Democratic Senator Reuben Gallego, as the two discuss the ongoing trade war.</li>
<li>The Explainer with Dr. Nicholas Leyland, the President of the Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada: What is post-partum psychosis?</li>
<li>The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Jeff Rutledge, Sabrina Grover, and Shannon Greer.</li>
<li>Vassy speaks with marketing strategy expert Eric Blais about the political messaging on both sides of the Canada-USA trade dispute.</li>
<li>An eighth B.C. Conservative MLA has quit the party, citing Kerry-Lynne Findlay's leadership.</li>
</ul>

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The top newsmakers, political headlines, your go-to daily debrief. Vassy loves politics and she’ll make sure you do too. The Vassy Kapelos Show will keep you informed through hard-hitting interviews with the major players, entertaining analysis and debate with your favourite pundits and all the details and context you need on breaking news as it comes into our newsroom.

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Bank of Canada holds key interest rate for a seventh straight ruling

It's the Graham Richardson Show - where we talk politics and also have a little bit of fun! You can catch Graham every single Friday from Noon until 2PM.

On today's show:
The Friday Five: Zelenskyy says Trump has betrayed him. Prime Minister Carney speaks ahead of Monday's Alberta referendum. The U.S. Ambassador to Canada's stern warning on election interference, and what happens if Canada is found dipping their toes into the upcoming Midterms. The Snowbirds' play - or shall we say 'fly' - their final show. Plus, a Lotto Max jackpot reaches $90 million!
The Big Conversation: Elenore Olszewski, the Federal Minister of Emergency Management and the Liberal MP for Edmonton Centre, tackles the significance of Monday's referendum. She is also the only Carney Cabinet Minister who is based in Alberta.
Life With Canada's Best: Darrell Fox, the younger brother of Terry Fox and the Executive Producer of the new documentary ‘Run Terry Run’.
Are provinces following the science on ditching Fall time changes? Graham speaks with Patricia Lakin-Thomas, a Professor at York University's Department of Biology.
Duane Bratt, a Professor of Political Science at Mount Royal University, explains the 'other nine' Alberta referendum questions.
Conservative MP Fraser Tolmie joins Graham live from Moose Jaw ahead of the Snowbirds' final air show.
Dr. Bolu Ogunyemi, the President of the Canadian Medical Association, on the urgent call for more healthcare funding ahead of the 2026 Federal Budget.
Have Your Say: Your thoughts on Monday's massive Alberta referendum.

It's the Graham Richardson Show - where we talk politics and also have a little bit of fun! You can catch Graham every single Friday from Noon until 2PM.
On today's show:
<ul>
<li>The Friday Five: Zelenskyy says Trump has betrayed him. Prime Minister Carney speaks ahead of Monday's Alberta referendum. The U.S. Ambassador to Canada's stern warning on election interference, and what happens if Canada is found dipping their toes into the upcoming Midterms. The Snowbirds' play - or shall we say 'fly' - their final show. Plus, a Lotto Max jackpot reaches $90 million!</li>
<li>The Big Conversation: Elenore Olszewski, the Federal Minister of Emergency Management and the Liberal MP for Edmonton Centre, tackles the significance of Monday's referendum. She is also the only Carney Cabinet Minister who is based in Alberta.</li>
<li>Life With Canada's Best: Darrell Fox, the younger brother of Terry Fox and the Executive Producer of the new documentary &lsquo;Run Terry Run&rsquo;.</li>
<li>Are provinces following the science on ditching Fall time changes? Graham speaks with Patricia Lakin-Thomas, a Professor at York University's Department of Biology.</li>
<li>Duane Bratt, a Professor of Political Science at Mount Royal University, explains the 'other nine' Alberta referendum questions.</li>
<li>Conservative MP Fraser Tolmie joins Graham live from Moose Jaw ahead of the Snowbirds' final air show.</li>
<li>Dr. Bolu Ogunyemi, the President of the Canadian Medical Association, on the urgent call for more healthcare funding ahead of the 2026 Federal Budget.</li>
<li>Have Your Say: Your thoughts on Monday's massive Alberta referendum.</li>
</ul>

The Graham Richardson Show - October 16, 2026

With 4 days to go until the October 19th final vote, hundreds of thousands of Albertans have already casted their ballots at advanced polling stations. Vassy goes 1-on-1 with Corey Hogan, the Liberals' lone MP in Calgary, who says he's satisfied there hasn't been any U.S. interference in the separatism campaign.

On today's show:
In a bombshell interview with U.K. media personality Piers Morgan, Ukrainian President Volodymir Zelenskyy says he feels betrayed by U.S. President Donald Trump. Vassy speaks with Bill Browder about the latest developments with the President's controversial deal to lift Russian sanctions.
Meet Zed Dhallan, the entrepreneur who created his own colon cancer test after he was denied provincial screening for being too young. Not long after that rejection, he was diagnosed with the disease at Age 35.
The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Mike LeCouteur, Marieke Walsh, Laura Stone, and Rob Benzie.
Vassy speaks with Elliott Pence, the founder of Canadian defence company Dominion Dynamics, which is partnering with Ukraine to build military drones.
Postmedia columnist Rick Bell joins the show with his take on the political stakes ahead of the October 19th referendum in Alberta.

With 4 days to go until the October 19th final vote, hundreds of thousands of Albertans have already casted their ballots at advanced polling stations. Vassy goes 1-on-1 with Corey Hogan, the Liberals' lone MP in Calgary, who says he's satisfied there hasn't been any U.S. interference in the separatism campaign.
On today's show:
<ul>
<li>In a bombshell interview with U.K. media personality Piers Morgan, Ukrainian President Volodymir Zelenskyy says he feels betrayed by U.S. President Donald Trump. Vassy speaks with Bill Browder about the latest developments with the President's controversial deal to lift Russian sanctions.</li>
<li>Meet Zed Dhallan, the entrepreneur who created his own colon cancer test after he was denied provincial screening for being too young. Not long after that rejection, he was diagnosed with the disease at Age 35.</li>
<li>The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Mike LeCouteur, Marieke Walsh, Laura Stone, and Rob Benzie.</li>
<li>Vassy speaks with Elliott Pence, the founder of Canadian defence company Dominion Dynamics, which is partnering with Ukraine to build military drones.</li>
<li>Postmedia columnist Rick Bell joins the show with his take on the political stakes ahead of the October 19th referendum in Alberta.</li>
</ul>

Countdown to Alberta referendum

Ukrainian President Volodymir Zelenskyy says his country has been hit by multiple Russian attacks without advance notice from U.S. intelligence partners. This comes amid multiple reports that U.S. President Trump had threatened to cut off intelligence support for Ukraine - unless it stopped attacking Russian oil refineries. Vassy speaks with Retired General Tom Lawson, a former Chief of the Defense Staff of Canada.

On today's show:
Vassy is joined by The Atlantic's David Frum with his take on Trump's Russian diesel deal.
New analysis from the C.D. Howe Institute has found that Canadians’ ability to save and repay debt is sharply divided across income and generational lines. Vassy speaks with the report's author Peter MacKenzie.
The Explainer with Canadian economist lecturer Moshe Lander: Why the bond market is increasingly worried about national debt.
The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Laura D'Angelo, Jeff Rutledge, and Stephanie Levitz.
Former Toronto homicide detective Mark Mendelson joins Vassy with his reaction to the Toronto Police charging three Canadian Armed Forces members in a brazen armed kidnapping.

Ukrainian President Volodymir Zelenskyy says his country has been hit by multiple Russian attacks without advance notice from U.S. intelligence partners. This comes amid multiple reports that U.S. President Trump had threatened to cut off intelligence support for Ukraine - unless it stopped attacking Russian oil refineries. Vassy speaks with Retired General Tom Lawson, a former Chief of the Defense Staff of Canada.
On today's show:
<ul>
<li>Vassy is joined by The Atlantic's David Frum with his take on Trump's Russian diesel deal.</li>
<li>New analysis from the C.D. Howe Institute has found that Canadians&rsquo; ability to save and repay debt is sharply divided across income and generational lines. Vassy speaks with the report's author Peter MacKenzie.</li>
<li>The Explainer with Canadian economist lecturer Moshe Lander: Why the bond market is increasingly worried about national debt.</li>
<li>The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Laura D'Angelo, Jeff Rutledge, and Stephanie Levitz.</li>
<li>Former Toronto homicide detective Mark Mendelson joins Vassy with his reaction to the Toronto Police charging three Canadian Armed Forces members in a brazen armed kidnapping.</li>
</ul>

Bank of Canada holds key interest rate for a seventh straight ruling

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