Thomas Juneau, a Professor of Public and International Affairs at UOttawa, joins Vassy Kapelos to discuss the fallout from the U.S. intervention in the Israel-Iran conflict.

On todays show:
Listen to Vassy's full conversation with Industry Minister Melanie Joly on the possibility of reaching a tariff deal with the United States.
A heat dome has settled over large parts of central Canada. Vassy speaks with Kelsey McEwen, Chief Meteorologist on CTV's Your Morning, about what people can expect from the first heatwave of the summer.
The Daily Debrief Panel with Tom Mulcair, Tim Powers, and Zain Velji.
Listen to Vassy's full conversation with B.C. Premier David Eby on what it will take to reach consensus on nation building projects.

Thomas Juneau, a Professor of Public and International Affairs at UOttawa, joins Vassy Kapelos to discuss the fallout from the U.S. intervention in the Israel-Iran conflict.
On todays show:
<ul>
<li>Listen to Vassy's full conversation with Industry Minister Melanie Joly on the possibility of reaching a tariff deal with the United States.</li>
<li>A heat dome has settled over large parts of central Canada. Vassy speaks with Kelsey McEwen, Chief Meteorologist on CTV's Your Morning, about what people can expect from the first heatwave of the summer.</li>
<li>The Daily Debrief Panel with Tom Mulcair, Tim Powers, and Zain Velji.</li>
<li>Listen to Vassy's full conversation with B.C. Premier David Eby on what it will take to reach consensus on nation building projects.</li>
</ul>

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.

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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War in the Middle East escalates as U.S. strikes Iran

During his speech at the World Economic Forum today, U.S. President Donald Trump ruled out using force to take over Greenland, while also criticizing Canada's Prime Minister.

On today's show:
Former CIA Director and Defense Secretary under President Obama, Leon Panetta, discusses Trump's Greenland threats.
Vassy speaks with Canadian Agriculture Minister Heath MacDonald about why Canada's trade deal with China only provides relief on canola tariffs until the end of 2026.
The Explainer with ETalk senior correspondent Lainey Lui: What's going on with the Beckham family drama?
The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Nojoud Al Mallees, Jeff Rutledge, and Nick McRoberts.
Abacus Data CEO David Coletto on the reaction to Carney's speech in Davos, and what's at stake for Pierre Poilievre in the upcoming Conservative Party leadership review.
Ontario's Washington Representative, David Paterson, weighs in on the Carney government's deal to allow some Chinese EV imports into Canada.

During his speech at the World Economic Forum today, U.S. President Donald Trump ruled out using force to take over Greenland, while also criticizing Canada's Prime Minister.
On today's show:
<ul>
<li>Former CIA Director and Defense Secretary under President Obama, Leon Panetta, discusses Trump's Greenland threats.</li>
<li>Vassy speaks with Canadian Agriculture Minister Heath MacDonald about why Canada's trade deal with China only provides relief on canola tariffs until the end of 2026.</li>
<li>The Explainer with ETalk senior correspondent Lainey Lui: What's going on with the Beckham family drama?</li>
<li>The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Nojoud Al Mallees, Jeff Rutledge, and Nick McRoberts.</li>
<li>Abacus Data CEO David Coletto on the reaction to Carney's speech in Davos, and what's at stake for Pierre Poilievre in the upcoming Conservative Party leadership review.</li>
<li>Ontario's Washington Representative, David Paterson, weighs in on the Carney government's deal to allow some Chinese EV imports into Canada.</li>
</ul>

Trump says he won't use force to take Greenland

Tim Powers guest hosts for Vassy Kapelos this afternoon.

On today's show:
CTV's Annie Bergeron-Oliver reports live from the World Economic Forum in Davos, where Prime Minister Carney is urging the world's middle powers to work together in the face of weaponized U.S. hegemony.
The Globe and Mail's Bob Fife on an exclusive report that the Canadian Armed Forces are game planning scenarios for a hypothetical U.S. invasion of Canada.
Thomas Crosbie, an Associate Professor at the Royal Danish Defense College's Institute for Military Operations, explains how Trump's threats to Greenland are being received in Denmark.
Psychologist Dr. Janine Hubbard discusses the emotional impact of troubling world events.
The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Sharan Kaur, Chris Day, and George Soule.
CTV U.S. political analyst Eric Ham on the American political reaction to Trump's Greenland threats.
CTV's Rachel Aiello on what to expect from Trump's trip to Davos tomorrow.

Tim Powers guest hosts for Vassy Kapelos this afternoon.
On today's show:
<ul>
<li>CTV's Annie Bergeron-Oliver reports live from the World Economic Forum in Davos, where Prime Minister Carney is urging the world's middle powers to work together in the face of weaponized U.S. hegemony.</li>
<li>The Globe and Mail's Bob Fife on an exclusive report that the Canadian Armed Forces are game planning scenarios for a hypothetical U.S. invasion of Canada.</li>
<li>Thomas Crosbie, an Associate Professor at the Royal Danish Defense College's Institute for Military Operations, explains how Trump's threats to Greenland are being received in Denmark.</li>
<li>Psychologist Dr. Janine Hubbard discusses the emotional impact of troubling world events.</li>
<li>The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Sharan Kaur, Chris Day, and George Soule.</li>
<li>CTV U.S. political analyst Eric Ham on the American political reaction to Trump's Greenland threats.</li>
<li>CTV's Rachel Aiello on what to expect from Trump's trip to Davos tomorrow.</li>
</ul>

Carney warns that a 'rules-based' world order is not coming back

Stefan Keyes guest hosts for Vassy Kapelos on this Monday afternoon.

On today's show:
Brian Kingston, President & CEO of the Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers Association, on the slew of auto sector concerns that follows Canada's deal to allow some Chinese EV imports.
CTV U.S. political analyst Eric Ham discusses Trump's escalating threat of taking over Greenland.
Tech Check with Carmi Levy: Australia's social media ban hits 4.7 million teen accounts in its first month.
The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Tom Mulcair, Tim Powers, and Zain Velji.
Retired General Tom Lawson on Canada's response to Trump's Greenland threat.
CTV's Rachel Aiello tees up Carney's trip to the World Economic Forum this week.

Stefan Keyes guest hosts for Vassy Kapelos on this Monday afternoon.
On today's show:
<ul>
<li>Brian Kingston, President &amp; CEO of the Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers Association, on the slew of auto sector concerns that follows Canada's deal to allow some Chinese EV imports.</li>
<li>CTV U.S. political analyst Eric Ham discusses Trump's escalating threat of taking over Greenland.</li>
<li>Tech Check with Carmi Levy: Australia's social media ban hits 4.7 million teen accounts in its first month.</li>
<li>The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Tom Mulcair, Tim Powers, and Zain Velji.</li>
<li>Retired General Tom Lawson on Canada's response to Trump's Greenland threat.</li>
<li>CTV's Rachel Aiello tees up Carney's trip to the World Economic Forum this week.</li>
</ul>

War in the Middle East escalates as U.S. strikes Iran

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