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NB Poli PodcastCanada Votes 2025: #NBPoli Pod PredictionsIn this special edition podcast, we give you our top predictions for the 2025 Canadian Election. We will breakdown the battleground ridings in New Brunswick, peel back the curtain of the people behind the parties a little, and comment on the reasons behind what is sure to be a historic Conservative defeat. 2025-04-2726 min
NB Poli PodcastGrowth Coalitions and Election 2025This week we sit down with UNB Saint John Canadian History professor Dr. Greg Marquis to talk about the historic 'Growth Coalitions', the 2025 Federal Election, Tariffs, Trade Wars and how NB fits into it all. 2025-04-2557 min
NB Poli PodcastDebate 2025Well we are a few days late getting this podcast out, HOWEVER, it's worth the wait. We had some drama this week with 3rd party candidates mad about not coming on our show. We will talk about that, as well as break down the debate for each leader to talk about what the result may be. We've got predictions and opinions; let's get into it. 2025-04-1953 min
NB Poli PodcastCandidates On The Trail: Karen Ludwig in the new riding of Saint John - St. CroixWe are in week 3 of the Canadian Federal Election and we are excited to interview Karen Ludwig, Liberal Candidate for Saint John- St. Croix, New Brunswick's newest riding. 2025-04-111h 07
NB Poli PodcastPolling, Candidates, & Carney’s Carnagethis week we seek to answer the question "Do Candidates Matter?". With candidates dropping from both parties yet their numbers suggesting it won't matter who they run, its a frustrating reality. We will spend some time unpacking Pallara's polling numbers from April 02, 2025 and what it says about men and women under and over the age of 50. The reality is surprising. Mark Carney is on a tear, can anyone stop him? 2025-04-0457 min
NB Poli PodcastEast Meets West: Liberals set to Win in Alberta with Knitty KnitsThis week we speak to a political comentator from Alberta Knitty Knits (on tik tok) about the growing reality that the Liberals could see the best result in Alberta since 1967. What's happening on the ground? is it real or just weird ghost polls? Is Carney going to help anything? 2025-03-281h 00
NB Poli PodcastBudget 2025: New Brunswick’s Fiscal FutureThis week, we review the 2025 Liberal party budget for New Brunswick. This is the third time we have covered a budget on this podcast, and there is a lot happening around our province right now with big implications. We will discuss some comparisons between the Liberals and Progressive Conservatives, what they have in common, and where things seem to be going for our government's fiscal future. 2025-03-2158 min
NB Poli PodcastCan The Next Federal Government Tackle the Cost of Living?This week, Joanna and Brent dig into several issues we have hitting us provincially and internationally. Mark Carney is the new Liberal leader, and a federal election is looming. With the biggest concern for Canadians being the cost of living, do any federal parties have anything to offer? We look at a speech from one of the worlds most successful stock traders and why he's on a mission to tax the rich to end wealth inequality and spend 20 minutes talking about the reality behind the cost of living in Canada2025-03-131h 00
NB Poli PodcastA New World OrderWell, the tarrif game is on and we have a whole episode devoted to looking at the history, proponents, NB Neo-liberals, and implications of a system that has finally been shown to be incredibly fragile. It may be annoying to hear us say "We told you so!" so many times, but, we've got hours of podcasts from the past 2 years that lay it out as we explore the issue. 2025-03-0659 min
NB Poli PodcastFood Sovereignty, Entrepreneurship & Tariffs with Fred LaForgeExplore food sovereignty, local entrepreneurship, and the impact of tariffs in New Brunswick politics with special guest Fred LaForge of The Farmer’s Truck. Learn how innovative solutions are shaping our food systems and economy. 2025-02-261h 01
NB Poli PodcastLove It Or Hate It? An #NBPOLI Valentines Day SpecialIn this special edition fire side chat, Brent and Joanna dive into a plethora of current issues and give you their Love it or Hate it review. They have to pick one or the other, it can't be in the middle. From Susan Holt's Washington Trip to Critical Minerals in Canada, let's talk about it. 2025-02-141h 02
NB Poli PodcastThe Politics of the EconomyThis week we have shorter pod as we try and catch up on the latest emerging details about a Trump trade war with Canada, New Brunswick's Place, and an overall conversation about our economy. 2025-02-0743 min
NB Poli PodcastWhere’s This Pod Going in 2025? Roundtable #1We put the call out for you, our lovely listeners, to join us for a roundtable discussion about New Brunswick politics, this podcast, and our overall direction in 2025. This is our first roundtable where we layout the framework with Shawn Rouse which we hope to have repeat with many of you. 2025-01-3159 min
NB Poli PodcastGroundhog Day #3 in NBIn today's pod Joanna and I look at the rapidly changing landscape of our federal system in provincial landscape and point to the classic same-old-same-old realities we've been discussing in New Brunswick. We call this our 3rd Groundhog day podcast because, despite some significant changes, we are hearing the same things being said and seeing the Holt Liberals repeat the talking points that every other government has repeated. So everything is changing but is anyone actually changing what they are doing or proposing? Let's talk about it. 2025-01-2454 min
NB Poli Podcast2024 Year in Review & Future TellingIn this episode, we take a dive into New Brunswick's political landscape in 2024. From major policy shifts and election results to grassroots movements and community-driven initiatives, we cover the highs, lows, and everything in between. Join us as we analyze the key moments that defined the year and discuss what they mean for the province's future. Plus, we peer into the political crystal ball to explore what 2025 might hold for New Brunswick’s government, parties, and people.2025-01-151h 00
NB Poli PodcastProportional Representation in New Brunswick & Canada with Vivian UngerThis week we had the opportunity to speak with long-time listener Vivian Unger who has reached out to us to discuss her role with Fair Vote Canada and the Liberal Party of New Brunswick. Vivian actually passed a resolution to have the Liberal Party do a citizens' assembly on proportional representation so this is a timely conversation for the New Brunswick political landscape. Let's get into it! 2024-11-291h 00
NB Poli PodcastTaxing New Brunswick: A Conversation About Transforming our Tax System with Jerry IwanusWe are glad to have our former guest and friend Jerry Iwwanus back on the show this week for a must-hear conversation about transforming our tax system in New Brunswick. Jerry just released his new book titled Taxing New Brunswick: An Insiders Guide To Successfully Challenging Your NB Property Tax Assessment. Jerry leans on his experience in the industry, both in the private assessment side of things and recently as an employee of the government of New Brunswick. He was also a former mayor from Alberta where he has developed a strong perspective on tax systems. Our conversation will...2024-11-221h 00
NB Poli PodcastMurica F$%@ Ya! A Talk About The U.S Election, Kevin Arseneau, & Politics in CanadaWe are stoked to be back after taking a week off last week to let some dust settle on everything. Our big topic this week will of course be the US Election result and how we see its relevance for New Brunswick. 2024-11-1559 min
NB Poli PodcastFallout for the PC's and A New Face of Government For NB LiberalsWe have a big mail bag and news clipping episode this week! We will start with a look at the upcoming PCNB AGM on November 09 and review some local fanfare around some PC insiders comments regarding the result of the election. We will end with a look at the just announced, hot off the press cabinet positions announced by the Liberal party. 2024-11-011h 00
NB Poli Podcast2024 Election Debrief With the #nbpoli Political Caucus. The Liberal Honeymoon Phase.Today we do a debrief of the 2024 election results. We are stoked to welcome back Joanna Killen and our friends Shawn Rouse and Teri McMackin to look at the surprise results as well as hear some stories from the trenches. 2024-10-251h 19
NB Poli PodcastThe Final Podcast Before the ElectionThis is it folks, the last podcast Shawn and I will do before election day. Voter turnout at the advanced polls is down, the polls are unreliable, the parties are posturing, and we have absolutely no clue what to expect. Every leader COULD lose their seat, it's that chaotic in #nbpoli right now. We are unlikely to see a majority but could. Will the PC's under Blaine Higgs make history and win a 3rd term with an embattled premier with the worst approval rating in the country? Will Susan Holt breathe some life into the dying Liberal brand across...2024-10-201h 15
NB Poli PodcastFixing Democracy with New Majority's Own Amanda MundayIn today's pod we have the great privilege of speaking with Amanda Munday, the Executive Director of New Majority. New Majority is a non-profit with a mission to improve access, awareness, and the overall cultural appetite of elections in NB & Canada. We will talk about youth voter turnout, tactics to improve it, mandatory voting, and much more.2024-10-171h 08
NB Poli PodcastPeculiar Polls, Campaign Ad Spending, & Debate PreformancesThis week we are in the 3rd week of the campaign for the NB 2024 election. Things are in full swing, we've had 2 debates, we've got a peculiar poll from Main Street, and a look at the ad spending on Meta by the different actors in this election. I'm joined once again by the ever-so- charming Shawn Rouse and his amazing baritone voice you all keep commenting about. 2024-10-101h 09
NB Poli PodcastT - 18 Days until Election DayWe've gone through all the ridings, we've had the debate, and we've spoken to some experts about the housing file, let's follow up on all fronts and speak about an emerging set of stories that might plague the PC party even further. 2024-10-031h 00
NB Poli PodcastSpecial Elelction Podcast: HousingWe are stoked to bring you this special #NBVOTES2024 pod with Dr. Julia Woodhall-Melnik & Dr. Tobin Leblanc-Haley on the hot topic of housing. These two have been hard at work laying out the facts and realities of the housing system in NB from their academic positions and we are glad we got to slow them down for a minute to talk about this issue and how the parties and leaders stack up. 2024-09-261h 03
NB Poli PodcastThat’s The Rest! A Final Tally of Each Riding in NB & A Look at The DebateThis week Shawn and Brent finish off their predictions about ridings 34-49 and give some analysis about the potential outcomes they predict. They will also take a look at the debate coming out from the leaders on Wednesday the 25th and comment on what each leader needs to do in order to make a difference. 2024-09-251h 14
NB Poli PodcastThe Writ Has Dropped! A look at Ridings 20-33OK #NBPOLI world this is it. The Writ has officially dropped and we will continue to wrap up some riding predictions as we focus on ridings 20-33. We will not be joined by our Co-Host Joanna Killen any longer because the rules of Rogers broadcasting is that candidates running in the election cannot get "preferred" air time. We get it, but we will miss her as she fights to take the conservative stronghold of Saint John West-Lancaster. Shawn Rouse and Brent Harris will take you on this 4 week whirlwind tour as your hosts and we are looking for new...2024-09-191h 05
NB Poli PodcastThe 2024 NB Election Will Be Historic: A Look At Each RidingThis week we are back with Shawn to pick up where we left off last week, with Shawn's Riding Map! Join us as we go through EVERY riding in New Brunswick and give our analysis on what's going on, who will win, and what the seat counts might look like after this election. 2024-09-121h 00
NB Poli PodcastA Review Of The #NBPOLI Landscape with Shawn RouseJoin us as we do a review of the last few months with friend of the pod Shawn Rouse. As we are just a few weeks away from the likely date that the writ will drop for the 2024 #NBPOLI election, has anything changed? Are the PC's still just as doomed? Is Susan Holt catching fire? Or will the drag of the federal liberals cause Green party candidates to get some nods and expand their seat count to be the party that holds the balance of power? Let's get into it! 2024-09-0559 min
NB Poli PodcastChecking In On #NBPOLI with Petitcodiac Pioneer Teri McMackinTeri McMackin is a resident, former councillor, and soon to announce candidate for the Petitcodiac region in the Sussex-Three Rivers riding. She has been a long time listener and has an astute grasp of the political landscape in the province and region which has helped inform multiple conversations since our podcast started. Let's check-in on the #nbpoli reality. 2024-08-151h 06
NB Poli PodcastThe Digital Price tag for Democracy & Politics with Dominic CardyThis week we get former PC Cabinet Minister Dominic Cardy on the show to have a conversation about New Brunswick Politics. It's been a long time coming to be sure. We speak on a range of topics from the plight of democracy, the Canadian Future Party, and the New Brunswick political landscape. Wikipedia Bio Dominic William Cardy[1] MLA (born 25 July 1970) is a Canadian politician and Member of the Legislative Assembly of New Brunswick. From the 2018 New Brunswick general election until his expulsion from the caucus in October 2022,[2] Cardy represented the electoral district of Fredericton West-Hanwell for the Progressiv...2024-08-081h 03
NB Poli PodcastLooking For Bootstraps: Donald Savoie On the Atlantic Economy And PoliticsThis long-awaited discussion with maritime economic expert and travelling Oxford scholar Donald J. Savoie is upon us. With a staggering intellect on the topic, experience working with Prime Ministers like Brian Mulroney, and a different take on globalization, you won't want to miss this. More about Donald J. Savoie. Donald Joseph Savoie CC ONB FRSC (born 1947) is a Canadian public administration and regional economic development scholar. He serves as a professor at l'Université de Moncton. In 2015, he was awarded the Killam Prize for his contribution to the field of social sciences.[1][2] Biography[edit] Savoie has...2024-07-1858 min
NB Poli PodcastPolling, Pastors, and CampaignsThis week we are following up on some new polling data rumors we have heard that have shown Susan Holt is trailing in her riding against Green candidate Simon Oulette and PC candidate Nicole Carlin. Blain Higgs is meeting with pretty unorthodox Christian pastors such as Phill Hutchings for prayer meetings, we've got a looming political gaf with PC Candidate in Sussex, and some energy politics to throw into the mix as well. 2024-07-0449 min
NB Poli PodcastThe Road Is Long to October (June 28, 2024)We unfortunately lost Andrea due to some scheduling conflicts for our interview BUT we are back anyway to talk about some of the who's who and what's what in NB politics. We've got Mike Holland's resignation, candidates for the PC nomination in Charlotte County, a legacy Liberal running against the blue dragon Blaine Higgs, and an update on our GMIST work in the community. 2024-06-2857 min
NB Poli PodcastPolling, Funding, And Tik Tok Stars OH MY!This week the original 2 are back to discuss some of the polling numbers for the parties in May, fundraising numbers, as well as about candidates running for the 2024 election. We've got a Tik Tok star to talk about as well as the riding of Arcadia-Butternut Valley-Maple Hills. 2024-06-201h 04
NB Poli PodcastENCORE! What’s The Deal Wtih Alberta Politics? Let’s Dive In With Former Cabinet Minister Doug GriffithsSo Sorry we missed a week #NBPOLI World. We are back this week with an encore presentation of our conversation with former Alberta Cabinet Minister & best selling author Doug Griffiths to speak about Alberta politics and the cross over with New Brunswick. It's an important conversation that meant a lot to us so we are playing it one more time as we work hard to nail down interview dates with a couple of great guests. 2024-06-1359 min
NB Poli PodcastSexy Higgs & His Sex-Ed Outrage + More On The Candidates!It's feeling like an episode of Trailer Park Boys in NB with the overreaction of Premier Higgs on the recent screenshot of a conversation at NB high schools about sexual education. The boys in Fredericton were out in full force this past weekend rage-farming much to the delight of the Christian right and we are unpacking it with Shawn Rouse this week. We also cover the recent announcement from Andrea Anderson-Mason, the CUPE Leader's Debate the premier was mysteriously absent from and chat about the candidates from the riding of Rothesay. 2024-05-301h 10
NB Poli PodcastFederal Politics & the NB Election + Candidates Update For Fredericton NorthThis week we are joined by Shawn Rouse once again who is bringing us an updated election map! We will be diving into the federal situation and talk about how Justin Trudeau, Susan Holt, Blaine Higgs, and Pierre Poilievre dovetail in our upcoming provincial election. After that, we will be moving into the riding of Fredericton North to speak about the David Coon effect on that riding and discuss the level of support that exists for Luke Randall who left the Greens to join the Liberals. We will also discuss Anthea Plummer who is there running for the Greens, J...2024-05-2359 min
NB Poli PodcastCandidate Update Part 1 & Municipal UpdateThis week we welcome back Shawn Rouse to the podcast to talk about what we know about the candidates for the upcoming provincial election and fill you in on the latest municipal by elections that occurred May 6, 2024 that we bet you didn't know about! We will continue this series as more candidates emerge! 2024-05-161h 00
NB Poli PodcastA Lack of Liberal Ethics & A Load of Conservative HypocricyThis week we will take a look at two emerging scandals in New Brunswick politics. On the one hand we have Tammy Scott-Wallace under major fire for what appears to be overt nepotism and ritzy trips to places for "tourism" networking in Stonehenge and Versaille. At the same time we have Green MLA Kevin Arsenau saying the Liberals are engaging in unethical practices during the leadership race which featured people signing up seniors living in care homes to vote without their permission. Indeed his grandmother was signed up for the Liberal leadership convention. We will break it down along...2024-05-0900 min
NB Poli PodcastAsset Based Community & Citizen-Led Development in Gros Morne National ParkWe are coming to you this week from Gros Morne National Park where Brent & Joanna are taking a 1-week intensive course with 3 members of their community in Saint John through the Coady Institutie at Saint Francis Xavier University & Gros Morne Institute for Sustainable Tourism (GMIST). We will give you the download on what we've been learning and some early observations in how it can relate to politics in NB! 2024-05-0348 min
NB Poli PodcastYoutube/TikTok Sensation Millennial Mornon Update on Housing & Federal Telltale SignsThis week Brent hosts along with Youtube/TikTok Sensation Millennial Mornon for an update on the Canadian housing crisis & talks about how the federal government uses data analysis to show us telltale signs of what they are looking at changing. Its a numbers game this week on #nbpolipod ! 2024-04-2559 min
NB Poli PodcastCalling All ConservativesThis week on the podcast we are calling out to the void for guests from the Conservative camp here in New Brunswick. We are on a genuine quest to understand what you want and how you want to get there! There is so much we are looking to unpack so in the meantime we chat about some of the messaging around the Federal budget and dig into the economic state of NB and the entirety of Canada. 2024-04-1859 min
NB Poli PodcastA Cursed Response and Elections NBThis week on the pod we are going to get on the road and feature a guest we've had on the podcast before. Carl Killen (Former MLA) has been a returning officer in 2020 and is now once again back in the trenches of the democratic process. We are going to be talking with him about his experience as a returning officer and what that process looks like. From there we will pivot hard to the right as we dive into a response to the Curse of Politics political panel on their take on the upcoming New Brunswick election. 2024-04-1151 min
NB Poli PodcastThe Curse of #NBPoliWe've had protests over the carbon tax, another incumbet PC MLA drop out of the PC Party candidate's list, and the Curse of Politics podcast is rumoured to be talking about the New Brunswick election next week. This entire podcast is devoted to goading the Curse of Politics pannel into a more fulsome conversation about our province, our issues, and politics in general. We will also spend some time talking about the lame-duck policies and positions of the NB Liberal Party as they seem to just be willing to watch Blaine Higgs pull the province with him off a...2024-04-0459 min
NB Poli PodcastThe 2nd Hodgepodge EditionAs always there is no shortage of content to talk about after last week's New Brunswick Government. Is the PC spin machine convincing people we are heading for a transformed healthcare system? We will be spending some time talking about the carbon tax and how that works in New Brunswick and we will also be discussing how Susan Holt and the Liberals are doing with the deadweight of the Federal Liberals on their back. We start off with a few questions from last week's podcast that we didn't get to. As always, please send your questions and comments to n...2024-03-2800 min
NB Poli PodcastThe 2024 BudgetThis is the definitive podcast going through the 2024 New Brunswick provincial budget. We are missing Joanna this week due to illness, but we are joined by #NBPoli Politico Shawn Rouse to dive into some Angus Reid polling data and the budget propositions made by the government. We will ask the question: "Have the PCs played good defence with this budget to lead them into an election? Or have they left the net open for the other parties to score on."We will also get to a few comments and questions from our followers. Let's get into it!2024-03-211h 12
NB Poli PodcastCannibalism: The Plight of the Left?This week we dive into the classic political compass and talk about how it applies to New Brunswick. We get into how easy it was for the People's Alliance to join PCNB and how the opposite is true for left leaning parties in our fair province. Join us for some political science unravelled! 2024-03-141h 03
NB Poli Podcast#NBPoli Podcast Relaunch and 1 Year AnniversaryWelcome back, New Brunswickers! It's been an incredible journey over the past year, and we're thrilled to celebrate our 1 Year Anniversary and relaunch of the #NBPoli Podcast. In this special episode, we reflect on the milestones we've reached, the insightful interviews we've conducted, and the vital discussions we've had surrounding New Brunswick's political landscape. With over 8000 downloads and 40 podcasts under our belt, we're ready to take our initiative to the next level. We've been honored to bring you diverse perspectives from various guests, covering a wide range of topics, from municipal conferences to major political issues impacting...2024-03-0858 min
NB Poli PodcastRage Against The Dying of the Light (A.K.A The Public Service)This week we are definitely a little bit cynical as we rage against the rage farming that is happening. We start with a review of the polling data that is coming out of Narrative Research, move on to a discussion on the current offerings that the Liberals, PCs, and Greens are putting toward the public, and end with a discussion on Blaine Higg's affordability measures. 2024-02-291h 03
NB Poli PodcastGirls Just Wanna Have Fun & Get Political... (No Boys Allowed Edition) with Councillor Paula RadwanThis week Brent is down and out with one of the many illnesses swirling around NB at the moment so we are lucky to have Councillor Paula Radwan joining Jo to chat about the highs and lows of being a woman in politics, the state of the province and our strong feelings on leading with empathy when it comes to our housing crisis. 2024-02-2258 min
NB Poli PodcastA Mile Wide But More Than An Inch Deep: 5 “Rapid Fire” Hot Topics in #NBPOLI With Shaw RouseThis week we sit down with 4 time guest Shawn Rouse to discuss the latest in NB Politics and what Brent dropped on Twitter in regards to a lawsuit brought against Brent and Jo for this podcast. This podcast DOES NOT represent the views of those on Saint John City Council. The opinions and discussion are the independent views of Brent Harris and Joanna Killen. Democracy is at risk and we are opening up about it. 2024-02-151h 09
NB Poli PodcastThe Food Crises with Farmers Truck Co-Founder Frederic LaForgeThis week we dive into another crises affecting us all; food. We have all witnessed the price of food skyrocketing and in recent memory saw empty shelves during the pandemic as the fragility of our global supply chains became all too visible. We will dive into this mess with someone who has made it their mission to solve the lack of healthy food that people have in Canada and the United States. 2024-02-081h 08
NB Poli PodcastThe NB Housing Crisis with Matthew HayesThis week we have St. Thomas University Sociology Professor & NB Tenants Rights Activist Matthew Hayes where we go over some of the low-hanging fruit that needs to be accomplished to help preserve what we have left for affordable housing as well as the bigger, systemic issues at hand. As usual, no small talk here. 2024-01-251h 00
NB Poli PodcastHousing Update: Federal Funding RoundThis week we look at Fredericton, Moncton and Saint John and their respective applications to the Federal Government's Canada Housing and Mortgage Corporation. Lots of announcments and lots to talk about this week as we learn more about what cities are undertaking across the nation to address the housing crisis. 2024-01-1858 min
NB Poli PodcastPredictions for 2024: Gazing into the Crystal BallHappy New Year Listeners! We are back this week with a series of predictions on what to expect in 2024 in the world of NB Politics. What is next? We give our best guesses. 2024-01-1157 min
NB Poli Podcast2023 : The Highs & The Lows. A Year in ReviewWelcome to our last episode of the year where we chat about the past and take a look at what 2024 might look like in the world of New Brunswick politics. Thank you to all our listeners for joining us in 2023!2023-12-1452 min
NB Poli PodcastA Mile Wide But More Than An Inch Deep: 5 “Rapid Fire” Hot Topics in #NBPOLI With Shawn RouseIn this episode, our frequent panel member Shawn Rouse is back to help analyze, digest, and deliberate on 5 stories currently hot topics in New Brunswick politics. The emerging pension issue with CUPE and the PC Governments betrayal of the negotiated contracts, homelessness across NB and Minister Kris Austin's comments on the "leftist agenda", The Aim Recycling Report is out, new polls are out, and we've got Shawn's take on the possibility of change with a provincial Liberal government. We will break down the fumbles that are happening on Steve Outhouse's watch, comment on the parties positions, and more. 2023-12-071h 19
NB Poli PodcastBuilding Better Streets in Canada. An Interview With Pioneer Tony Stortz On How We Work With The Unhoused And Start Solving The Housing Crisis.This week we do a deep dive with Better Streets founder Tony Stortz. Tony has been on a mission to support communities in developing plans and initiatives to help address the housing crises in our communities. In this episode, we will dive into the realities of the unhoused, politicians, NYMBIs, and talk about a path forward for supporting the unhoused in Canada. 2023-11-301h 02
NB Poli PodcastLove of the Common People: An Interview with County Meath, Ireland Councillor Noel FrenchThis week we are joined by County Meath, Ireland Councillor Noel French who is a veteran in Irish politics, a historian and all around stand up gent. You'll hear about his experience in Ukraine, his local citizen-first approach, his views on the housing crisis in Ireland & abroad, and lots more. We have a lot in common with our counterparts across on the Emerald Isle so listen in!2023-11-231h 22
NB Poli PodcastJesus Christ Superstar: Activism and Christian Values in NBCover your ears because there's some strong language this episode. It's been a decade this year and your hosts are looking to one of history's most iconic activists for an explanation on how we move forward with the proposals for taking New Brunswick in a more Christ-like direction. Here for the tough conversations this week so beware! 2023-11-161h 01
NB Poli PodcastThere is No True Scotsman! A Conversation with NB NDP Leader Alex WhiteJo is back and we welcomed Alex White, Leader of the New Brunswick NDP Party for a deep dive into where the party is at, where they are headed and what Alex sees for the future of NB politics. Workers, the Fake '23 Provincial Election Scare & Budgets as Moral Documents are on the roster so tune in for our longest episode yet!2023-11-091h 10
NB Poli Podcast#NBPoli Features Justin and Shawn. It Goes All The Way to The Top and It Sure Hurts At The Bottom.This week we are going to have to soldier on without Joanna Killen who is feeling under the weather and doing her damnedest to recover so she can get back and let you all know what she really thinks about the NB political landscape. For now, We've asked former guest Shawn Rouse and frequent listener and #nbpoli politico Just Wiswell to regale us with all the "coulda, woulda, shoulda's" that is the reality of the PC government's interactions with New Brunswickers. Another week has come and gone and no election has been called, but the threat is still there. 2023-11-021h 02
NB Poli PodcastThe Crumbling Frontline: A Look At The Issues Affecting All Of NB With Katie HerringtonWe are going to get beyond the political calculus and election chatter this week to dive into some of the frontline issues affecting New Brunswickers. There is a lot of noise out there and by the sound of some of it, you would think most folks in NB are concerned about policies guiding our teachers, reducing our debt, or gun rights. We know that isn't true and so this week we have a great chat with friend of the podcast Katie Herrington who has been working in community development and brings a political science perspective as well. 2023-10-261h 17
NB Poli PodcastBlaine is Back To Business: Frustration From The Political Front Lines.Surprises all around NB, no election has been called. That's right, Premier Higgs had us all so convinced there would be an election that even Elections NB was fooled into spending tax payer dollars to begin setting up returning offices. So what does it mean and where are we going? It looks like Blaine read the tea leaves on some recent results in Manitoba and/or some internal polling. What does it mean for the Liberals? Frustration. Let's talk about it. 2023-10-191h 01
NB Poli PodcastHiggs' 11th Hour: Election or Back to the Legislature?This week your hosts pontificate on what looks like a last minute decision to call off the snap election. That being said, you never know what New Brunswick politics has in store for you now do you? We also chat campaigning in a new world and take a peek at some ridings we missed last week. Thanks to our loyal listeners for keeping us in check! 2023-10-1257 min
NB Poli PodcastShould He Stay or Should We Vote? #Nbpoli Flirting With Elections and Where It Could All GoYou may have heard the news or seen us on TV this week. Your Co-Hosts are in a tricky spot when it comes to their municipal positions as city councillors in the City of Saint John. We will let you in on all the drama that took place with us at common council this week. Finally we will break down some ridings to watch for the potential provincial election. 2023-10-061h 03
NB Poli PodcastSabre Rattling by Higgs In Front of the Dumpster Fire that is Currently #NBPoliIs an early election written in the stars? Joanna seems to think so while Brent pushes back and talks about the bizarre road map that exists for the PC party to even hope to hold onto a minority government let alone a majority. Blaine Higgs is determined to be the first premier to not only lose confidence during a minority government but to lose it in a majority government position while party infighting continues with the PC's and the Liberals are flat-footed. Will the new culture war conservatives win the battle for the political spirit of New Brunswick? or...2023-09-2859 min
NB Poli PodcastSober Second Thoughts with Sean Rouse: Policy 713. Million March 4 Children & Regional CooporationThis week we have Community Organizer & all-around smart & thoughtful Sean Rouse who has been educating folks on the efforts undertaken by the province around Policy 713. We unpack our experience with the Million March 4 Canada protest & counter-protest that took place across the country on September 20. We finish off with a Hot Take from Sean about regional cooperation between our respective municipalities. 2023-09-211h 09
NB Poli Podcast#NBPoli Meets #ABPoli. A Conversation with best selling author and former cabinet minister Doug GriffithsIn this podcast, we talk to Doug Griffiths who served under 3 different premier's in Alberta and turned into a best selling author with his book "13 Ways to Kill Your Community" . We will touch on issues like energy politics, industrial tax differences between New Brunswick and Alberta, and what it means to build good cities. 2023-09-141h 06
NB Poli PodcastNBPoli Pod meets Millenial Moron: Dissecting the Housing Crisis by the NumbersWe are thrilled to kick off our highly-anticipated Season 2 with an enlightening discussion on one of today's most pressing issues - the Canadian Housing Crisis. In this episode, we sit down with none other than Millenial Moron, a prominent voice in the realm of housing data analysis with 135,000+ TikTok followers and a popular series that compares Canadian real estate options to Italian Villas, European Castles and Islands no less. It is a dark time for housing in Canada and we dive deep into the data & potential solutions going forward. Spoiler: There will be some broken hearts. 2023-09-071h 04
NB Poli PodcastWho's Behind The Scenes With NB's Major Parties?This week we are going to provide you with an overview of the leadership behind the major political parties and their organizations. Obviously the most interesting is the engagement by PC party president Erika Hachey who rejected the leadership review of Premier Higgs by riding presidents. We will talk about why that might have been, what's at stake for them, and we will compare that to the NB Liberal Party and Green Party. We will wrap things up with a broad conversation about what's happening around the province and the federal government with regard to housing and municipalities. 2023-08-0352 min
NB Poli PodcastHodge Podge Edition : All the latest in NB PoliticsIt's been a few months since we had an opportunity to cover a full range of forward-facing NB Poli issues so that's exactly what we are doing today. We will start with a follow-up from the fantastic feedback and coverage we've gotten and that has been happening about Christian nationalism and dominionism. We will look at the federal landscape and how it impacts NB as we see a cabinet shuffle and new polling numbers for the Conservative party. Finally, we will end with an excellent mailbag question on the carbon tax. 2023-07-271h 05
NB Poli PodcastA Hostile Takeover of the PC Party? Interview with Tatyana RussellThis week we are diving more into the issue of the growing Christian influence over the PC party in NB with Faytene Grassechi rallying people to support Blaine Higgs. We will have an insider chat with Tatyana Russell about her journey over with Faytene at the Eastgate House of Prayer (EHOP) in Quispamsis. 2023-07-2052 min
NB Poli PodcastNo Equity in the NB Tax RegimeThis week we look at a 5 part series penned by self-identified 'CFA' (come from away), former Service New Brunswick Accredited Appraiser, Jerry Iwanus on the current state of the New Brunswick tax system. He proposes a facinating alternative as to what might replace the 50+ aging tax regime we currently enjoy. We also debrief on the ongoing Christian Revival in NB politics that is dominating the conversation. 2023-07-131h 02
NB Poli PodcastThe Charismatic Christians: Why Do They Care About #NBPoli & Blaine Higgs#nbpoli has taken a weird turn over the past few weeks with Blaine Higgs now being heralded by 4MYCanada as their new knight in shining armor. 4MYCanada is an organization established by Faytene Grasseschi a charismatic Christian leader tied to the House of Prayer movement and Christian nationalist movements. Our Co-Host Brent also used to be part of this movement and takes us through the history, implications and criticisms that exist against that movement. We will start with a review of the gas tax debacle rolling out in NB as the Energy Utilities Board approved an 8-cent increase to...2023-07-061h 00
NB Poli PodcastHOT TAKE: The NB Gov's Housing AnnouncementIn this hot take, we bring you some thoughts on the NB government's housing plan "Housing For All" which Minister Jill Green dropped on June 29.2023-07-0551 min
NB Poli PodcastFlirting with Fascism: NB Poli Pod Waxes Philisophical with George MonbiotThis week's episode focuses on some of the red flags of fascism we are seeing in New Brunswick. Given we are not the experts, we sought out some clips from one of the world's leading experts on food systems environment and local activism & a columnist for the Guardian, George Monbiot. We have pulled some clips from The Sustainable Futures Report Podcast from December 2017 to highlight how we need a new narrative to move forward out of the atmosphere of fear we are currently experiencing. 2023-06-2956 min
NB Poli PodcastInternational Fall Out for COR-Blaine & Chat on Rural vs. Urban Politics with Councillor Pat SeptonSo much has happened in the political sphere this week and we're talking about how New Brunswick is getting international attention & not for good reasons. We are also joined by Hanwell Councillor at Large Pat Septon who talks about his experiences on council and we talk about the rural vs urban interpretation of BIll 45. 2023-06-221h 01
NB Poli PodcastChaos at the Legislature & a Pocket of Politics with Mark BreenThis week we give a quick hot take on the comings and goings in Fredericton on a week where it's up in the air if we will be heading back to the polls. We are also joined by Mark Breen, a former colleague in Economic Development and current best friend of Jo. Mark disagreed with our take on SMR's last week so we cover that & get into what kind of economic development we think we need around here in New Brunswick. 2023-06-151h 02
NB Poli PodcastIrving On The Move? The Return of Energy Politics.Well you've probably heard the news by now, Irving Oil is announcing a major strategic review. We are all over it today as we look at what it could mean, talk about the history, and wax philosophical on the issue. We will transition into a conversation about energy politics and end the show with a conversation on our bureaucracy. 2023-06-081h 03
NB Poli PodcastIt's All Connected! The PC Attack on People & DemocracyGet ready for a RAGE fest from us this week folks. We are diving into a major subversion of democracy and people that have been building for 2 months in New Brunswick. We are back from the big smoke (Toronto) and will be speaking to our new friend from the FCM Conference Chris Brown who is the host of the Cross Boarder Interviews Podcast. There's lots of news and lots to nuance so let's dive in! *** Warning, with rage comes swearing, so get ready for lots of cursing***2023-06-011h 04
NB Poli Podcast#NBPoli Does FCM. Thoughts on local government from upper Canada.This week we are in Toronto at the FCM conference. We will discuss the upcoming Alberta election and what it means for NB to have the boldness of Alberta with some sensibilities from Ontario. We have some great mailbag items and will also dive into some polling from Narrative Research and Canada Polling. 2023-05-251h 05
NB Poli PodcastLost in Space: The PC Government on Narrative Control & WTF is going on in Hanwell?We are hitting up the who's who of what's what in NB News and politics, from the failings of the Provincial gov on Policy 713 to the human nature of Blaine Higgs. We will also hear from Liberal Leader Susan Holt in our Mailbag and ask WTF is going on in Hanwell!2023-05-181h 01
NB Poli PodcastA Bait & Switch or Another Day in the Life at GNB?This week, we are reeling from the news coming out of the province and tackle each bit of news one by one. We will talk the implications of 2SLGBTQIA+ Policy 713 being under review, the motion made to reconfigure both the Anglophone District Education Councils and Regional Health Authorities to no longer include any elected positions, why we should be calling the St. John River the Wolostoq River, plus property taxes & assessments for good measure. It's been an action packed week in NB Politics and we are here to unpack it with you! 2023-05-111h 02
NB Poli PodcastNB Heritage Moment with Carl Killen, Codes of Conduct & Housing SummitsThis week we have our first interview with former PC MLA, former Saint John City Councillor & current father of Jo , Carl Killen. We will be talking about his era as an elected official in NB and his predictions for the future. We will also be taking a look at the unfolding story of Councillor Pat Septon in Hanwell, NB who has multiple codes of conduct against him he is dealing with. And finally we talk about the recent Housing Futures Summit that was held here in Saint John by the provincial government. 2023-05-041h 06
NB Poli PodcastBy-Election Results & What It Means For The PartiesWe are diving deep this week with a look at the By-Election results and the Liberal sweep that went down this week. Hear about our mistaken predictions and what we forecast for the future of NB Politics. Artificial Intelligence is this week's mailbag topic and we discuss what it might mean for our little province and democracy as a whole. 2023-04-2757 min
NB Poli PodcastBy-elections, Council Drama & Energy PoliticsThis week we get into the April 24 By-elections with some polling, Q & A with Green Party's Danielle Landry, Liberal Leader Susan Holt & NDP Leader Alex White & our predictions. We'll also talk Council Drama with regards to a Saint John City Council decision Brent & Jo were on opposite sides of. And lastly we will talk Small Modular Nuclear Reactors & Energy Politics to top it all off. 2023-04-201h 02
NB Poli PodcastA Maritime Union or a Legacy of Losers?We are getting right down to 'er this week with regard to our history, present and future. Did the downtrodden build NB and influence how we feel about ourselves? We will be talking about the idea of a Maritime Union those who have advocated for such a thing in the past and what it could mean for our future. In local news, we give a by-election update on the three ridings up for grabs. 2023-04-1358 min
NB Poli PodcastBy-elections, death by status quo & the politics of housingWe have our first By-Election Update for the three ridings up for grabs in Bathurst East - Nepisiguit - St Isadore, Bathurst- Chaleur and Dieppe. We take a look at some of the candidates so far, answer a mailbag question on the New Brunswick 'North-South' political divide, a rant on housing, and much more! 2023-04-061h 02
NB Poli PodcastLegacy Media Vs. New Media & how it impacts NBIt's Thursday March 30 and we are going to get into that age old debate of legacy media vs new media. We've got a great conversation about polling gatekeepers and how we need a more nuanced vision for analyzing our political landscapes. We will also be talking about the power struggle that exists between Facebook, Twitter and Instagram when it comes to campaigns. We will finish off the segment with a mailbag question on housing, politics and landuse policy from Teri McMackin. There's lots to talk about NB, let's get at it!2023-03-3059 min
NB Poli PodcastGroundhog DayWe've got more 2023 New Brunswick Budget talk with an analysis on whether or not we are trapped in a Groundhog Day cycle. Hear our first Blast from the Past segment featuring articles from the Telegraph Journal in 2002. Oh how times have changed.....or have they? Let's nuance it!2023-03-2357 min
NB Poli PodcastHot Take : NB Budget DropIn terms of political excitement, there is nothing like a Budget Day. We just witnessed the NB Government budget jump by 900 million dollars. Will it be enough? Is there anything transformational about it to address the needs of New Brunswickers? Let's dive into it. All opinions are our own. 2023-03-2130 min
NB Poli PodcastBlaine, Susan & David: A Leaders EditionIt's time to talk Political Party Leadership here in New Brunswick for all those with representation in the Legistlature. We talk leadership styles, the potential for the Liberals to reinvent themselves and look at some of the past party leaders and their impact. Our mailbag has us talking Grocery Wars and where we could go food security wise. Let's go NB Politicos! 2023-03-161h 08
NB Poli PodcastPolling, Glyphosate and How All Roads Lead to FreddyNew polling data dropped this week that we will discuss & our mailbag questions had us pondering the latest news on the dangerous herbicide Glyphosate and how all roads lead to Fredericton when it comes to looking at finding solutions to some of our biggest issues. Disclaimer : Eric Grenier dropped a set of polling data that changed the day after we recorded this episode. To see what data we are referencing, check out our Instagram or Twitter feed @nbpolipod2023-03-091h 03
NB Poli PodcastHot Take: NB Housing Corporation AnnouncementOur instant reaction regarding the March 2, 2023 announcement from the Government of New Brunswick on the re-establishment of the New Brunswick Housing Corporation. A new bonus segement that will appear when big things happen. Views are our own. 2023-03-0323 minNB Poli PodcastWhy NBPoli? The Explainer Episode.In this episode we give you the why, the what and a look at the who is behind this new New Brunswick politics podcast. Feel free to share your thoughts with us via our Instagram or Twitter @nbpolipod and be added to the mailbag! 2023-03-021h 04
NB Poli PodcastNBPoli Podcast TrailerA short introduction to the NB Poli Podcast with Joanna Killen & Brent Harris, two local politicians from Saint John, New Brunswick who have been involved across the political spectrum. Join us weekly for a deep dive into all things New Brunswick Politics. 2023-03-0101 min
The ManifestoInterview with Joanna Killen In episode 16 of the Manifesto, we interviewed Joanna Killen Saint John city councilor for Ward 1. We talked about developments in Saint John, how to continue to attract people to Saint John, the housing crisis, the healthcare crisis and more. 2023-02-2849 min
Strange Grooves PodcastJoanna Killen and the Beckwith BasementThis week Strange Grooves is on the move!
In this episode, we pay a visit to Joanna Killen, life-long Saint John resident and founder of Momentum Canada. She and her partner Corey recently moved into her grandparents old home on the city's West Side.
Along with the house came a whole lot of re2018-01-2520 min