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Power & Politics

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About this Podcast:

On Power & Politics, host David Cochrane asks decision-makers the questions that matter – and gets answers. Every weekday, we feature hard-hitting interviews with politicians and leaders, check in with CBC’s top political journalists for updates on breaking stories, and take the time to analyze the latest developments with a cast of regular panelists and critical thinkers. Whether you’re getting caught up on Canadian politics daily or weekly, we’ve got an insider’s view of the continuously-unfolding drama.'

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What is Power & Politics about?

On Power & Politics, host David Cochrane asks decision-makers the questions that matter, and gets answers. Every weekday, we feature hard-hitting interviews with politicians and leaders, check in with CBC’s top political journalists for updates on breaking stories, and take the time to analyze the latest developments with a cast of regular panelists and critical thinkers.

Who hosts Power & Politics?

Power & Politics is hosted by CBC. The show has published 73 episodes to date.

What has Power & Politics covered recently?

Recent episodes include "U.S. steel CEO's reason for buying Stelco prompts feds to call its lawyers" (28 October 2026, 53 minutes), "Cleveland-Cliffs CEO v. Mélanie Joly" (27 October 2026, 40 minutes), and "As midterms approach, U.S. teases progress on Canada trade deal" (26 October 2026, 54 minutes).

How often does Power & Politics publish?

Power & Politics publishes roughly daily, with episodes averaging 44 minutes across 73 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on Power & Politics?

Booking probability for Power & Politics is 42%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Power & Politics requires a Pod Score of 82 or higher. Power & Politics's contact route on record: verified email.

Who should pitch Power & Politics?

The strongest fits for Power & Politics are Government & Politics. Power & Politics has a news audience.

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CBC hosts Power & Politics, a news podcast with 73 episodes published.

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    U.S. steel CEO's reason for buying Stelco prompts feds to call its lawyers

    Oct 28, 202653 min

    Industry Minister Mélanie Joly says the federal government has contacted its lawyers after the head of Stelco's American parent company told Power & Politics that he only bought the Hamilton steelmaker to stop it...

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    Cleveland-Cliffs CEO v. Mélanie Joly

    Oct 27, 202640 min

    Stelco has until next week to reverse layoffs at its Hamilton steel plant or face legal consequences. Power & Politics speaks to the CEO of Stelco's parent company Cleveland-Cliffs, Lourenco Goncalves, who says he's...

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    As midterms approach, U.S. teases progress on Canada trade deal

    Oct 26, 202654 min

    The Canada-U.S. trade war is dominating the final days of the U.S. midterm campaign — and now, the president and other senior U.S. officials are suggesting that progress is being made toward a deal. Power & Politics has...

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    Weekly Wrap: Trump walks back some tariffs to save a Senate race

    Oct 24, 202623 min

    It's been a busy week in Canadian politics. From a referendum in Alberta, to a warning for Canada to stay out of U.S. politics and the B.C. election in its final days, the Weekly Wrap panel is here to recap it all. 

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    Reporter Roundtable: The aftermath of Aberta's referendum

    Oct 23, 202620 min

    Albertans reached a decisive result to remain in Canada, but is there agreement on immigration? Plus, ahead of the midterms, the U.S. administration doubles down on its claim that Canada is interfering in its elections...

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    Why is the U.S. Embassy accusing Canadian politicians of election meddling?

    Oct 22, 202640 min

    Industry Minister Mélanie Joly gives Stelco 15 days to reverse layoffs or face legal action. Albertans reject separation, but can they find consensus on immigration? Plus, as the midterms approach, the U.S. doubles down...

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    Smith tells separatists to be pro-Canada or leave her party

    Oct 21, 20261h 2m

    Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says her United Conservative Party is not an independence party and not going to become one, delivering a public message to separatists to leave the United Conservatives. Power & Politics...

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    Albertans choose Canada

    Oct 20, 20261h 10m

    More than 75% of Albertans choose to remain in Canada. Intergovernmental Affairs Minister Dominic LeBlanc says this is a 'decisive' victory for Canada, but what does this mean for Alberta Premier Danielle Smith's...

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    Alberta referendum day is here

    Oct 19, 202657 min

    Polls are open in the Alberta referendum. As voters cast their ballots, the province and the rest of Canada are also mourning a tragedy at CFB Wainwright. Power & Politics hears from Chief of the Defence Staff Gen...

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    Weekly Wrap: What will Albertans choose?

    Oct 17, 202623 min

    Prime Minister Mark Carney and Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre are among those in Alberta this week making the case for a united country, ahead of Alberta's referendum on independence. Will their message land, just...

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    Reporter Roundtable: Will Carney's pitch for unity land in Alberta?

    Oct 16, 202623 min

    Prime Minister Mark Carney is Alberta making the case for a united Canada, campaigning against the province triggering a vote on separation. The Reporter Roundtable lays out the stakes as the referendum countdown enters...

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    Carney touches down in Alberta to make his pitch for unity

    Oct 15, 202654 min

    Prime Minister Mark Carney is in Calgary, making the case for a united Canada just four days until Albertans vote on whether they want to separate from the country. Power & Politics has the latest from our reporters on...

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    5 days to Alberta's referendum: Get out the vote campaigns are in full swing

    Oct 14, 20261 hour

    Get out the vote campaigns are in full swing in Alberta with just five days until the province's referendum on separation. Power & Politics hears from Forever Canadian founder and former Alberta deputy premier Thomas...

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    Carney's last push for unity ahead of Alberta's referendum

    Oct 13, 202659 min

    Advance voting begins for Alberta's Oct. 19 referendum, with the question of separation on the ballot. That's as Prime Minister Mark Carney will be in Alberta this week pushing for a united Canada. Power & Politics...

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    Sunday Listen from West of Centre: Is Alberta separatism here to stay?

    Oct 11, 202632 min

    Premier Danielle Smith wants to “vote and move on” but is that even possible? For separatists like Mitch Sylvestre, this referendum on Alberta’s future might not be the end. With an unprecedented number of mail-in...

  • Power & Politics

    Feds halt plan to expand MAID to mental illness

    Oct 7, 202657 min

    The federal government is suspending its plan to expand medical assistance in dying to people with mental illness. Two members of the Special Joint Committee on MAID weigh in on this deeply divisive issue. Plus, former...

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    Separatist Parti Québécois wins minority. What now?

    Oct 6, 202658 min

    A major shakeup in Quebec — the pro-independence Parti Québécois is elected to form a minority government. What does it mean for the province, and what does it mean for the federal government's national unity agenda...

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    Parti Québécois poised for victory, Alberta separatists get help from Washington

    Oct 5, 202648 min

    All eyes are on the Quebec election, where the pro-independence Parti Québécois is poised for a victory tonight. Plus, the separatist movement in Alberta may be getting some help from the U.S — an investigation from the...

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    Weekly Wrap: Quebec, Alberta and separatist sentiments

    Oct 3, 202624 min

    As Alberta Premier Danielle Smith hopes the recent 'national interest' designation of her proposed pipeline helps quell some separatist sentiments, Quebec is headed for an election on Monday that could elect a...

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    Reporter Roundtable: Will a new pipeline ease separatist sentiment in Alberta?

    Oct 2, 202623 min

    After promising to make big moves on big projects, Prime Minister Mark Carney has officially designated the first project of national interest — a new Alberta oil pipeline. Will this cool separatist sentiment in...

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