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No Power PanelYves Engler: Inside the NDP’s Effort to Block His Leadership BidToday, Noam sits down with Yves Engler—author, activist, and now candidate in the 2026 NDP leadership race—for one of the most important conversations the show has hosted.Yves is our first return guest, and for good reason: In recent months, he has publicly accused the NDP of using opaque vetting, backroom committees, and bureaucratic delays to keep insurgent, left-wing candidates off the ballot—even when they have met every formal requirement.This episode dives into:how Yves submitted his full nomination packagewhy the party still hasn’t given him any decisionwhy he waited to submi...
2025-11-1927 min
No Power PanelHope vs Reality — Mamdani’s NYC Victory, Canada’s 2025 Budget, U.S. Shutdown Deal, and Floor-Crossing in OttawaWe unpack Zohran Mamdani’s NYC mayoral win and its strategic implications, dissect Canada’s 2025 budget (programs intact, public-sector cuts, and a measurable center-right fiscal turn), review the U.S. shutdown endgame (why caving erases your case), and challenge the legitimacy of floor crossing in a system where party labels appear on the ballot. Plus: Miss Rachel’s Gaza tribute as a model for holding hope without anesthetizing action.Support independent analysis: https://patreon.com/NoPowerPanelChapters 00:00 Intro — the “hope” discourse 02:02 Mamdani’s victory & movement leverage 04:20 Virginia: anti-fascist majority? 05:55 New Jersey: the margins and the message 08:37...
2025-11-1043 min
No Power PanelTony McQuail on Progressive Politics, Regenerative Future, and Rebuilding CanadaIn this episode of No Power Panel, we feature an in-depth conversation with Tony McQuail, a federal NDP leadership candidate. Tony outlines his comprehensive framework for transforming Canadian politics and society, focusing on representation, environmental regeneration, economic redistribution, and societal redesign. He shares his experiences as a long-time activist and farmer, advocating for a system that prioritizes people and the planet over corporate interests.We explore his thoughts on the "first past the post" electoral system, the need for a fair tax system, and the importance of local community-led initiatives. Tony also discusses the urgency of addressing climate change...
2025-11-011h 14
No Power PanelJon Stewart for President 2028? Why the Comedian is America's Best HopeIs Jon Stewart the presidential candidate America needs in 2028? This video from No Power Panel makes a passionate case for why the iconic comedian should run, arguing that his moral clarity, humor, and track record of fighting for working people make him the ideal leader for a politically and morally exhausted nation. Discover how Stewart's unique ability to connect with both liberals and progressives, his advocacy for 9/11 first responders, and his commitment to progressive policies could transform American politics.In this video, we explore:0:00 - The current political landscape and the need for truth-tellers.
2025-10-2544 min
No Power PanelCanada's Complicity in Gaza: A Senator's Moral Stand | No Power Panel Interview with Senator Yuen Pau WooJoin us on No Power Panel for a compelling interview with Senator Yuen Pau Woo, the independent senator for British Columbia who has courageously introduced a motion in the Senate demanding an investigation into Canada's complicity in the Gaza genocide. Senator Yuen Pau Woo delves into the political climate in Ottawa, the challenges of confronting official narratives, and the profound moral questions facing Canada regarding international law and human rights. This episode explores the critical need for accountability and truth in a system often defined by silence.
2025-10-1848 min
No Power PanelInside the NDP Leadership Race | Hope, Consultants, Working Class Struggles & Canada’s Left FutureThis week on No Power Panel, Noam returns with updates, reflections, and a deep dive into the NDP leadership race that’s beginning to take real shape in Canada. After addressing his recent health challenges and the future of the show, Noam explores the state of the Canadian left, the candidates shaping the New Democratic Party’s next chapter, and the media’s role in determining who gets taken seriously. From Heather McPherson and Avi Lewis to Yves Engler—who joined No Power Panel last month—this episode looks at who’s connecting with the grassroots, how the establishment is reacting...
2025-10-0645 min
No Power PanelTerry Fallis on Satire, Angus McLintock & Politics Today | Charlie Kirk, and Andrew Scheer’s Attack on Rachel GilmoreNoam opens with the fallout from the Charlie Kirk assassination and Andrew Scheer’s attack on journalist Rachel Gilmore, calling for Scheer’s resignation. Then, award-winning author Terry Fallis joins to talk satire, Angus McLintock, and his new novel The Marionette. We wrap up with Winners & Losers: Mark Carney, Tunis, Macron, and Trump’s Epstein ties.
2025-09-131h 17
No Power PanelFaith, Colonial Israel & Christian Silence | Dr. Laura Morlock + NDP Leadership, RFK Jr. & CorusIn this week’s No Power Panel, Noam tackles a packed slate of current politics and principled conversations with precision and insight:Headlines & CommentaryCanada’s NDP leadership race officially kicks off, marking a new chapter after the party’s historic collapse—members have until January 28, 2026, to register and vote in the leadership contest.Corus Media controversy: Noam swears off contracts with Corus, calling them a corrupting influence after disputes over content control and media consolidation.RFK Jr.'s Senate hearing meltdown: Under intense bipartisan fire for dismantling the CDC’s advisory s...
2025-09-071h 22
No Power PanelMs. Rachel, Antisemitism & the Jewish Left - A Jewish Man's response to Linday EllisIn this edition of No Power Panel, Noam unpacks the week’s most urgent stories with clarity and conviction.Headlines Unpacked:Israel’s “double-tap” strike on Nasser Hospital in Gaza killed at least 20 people—including five journalists—sparking global outrage.Mark Carney greenlights the Churchill port project, fast-tracking LNG exports to Germany under his new “major projects” bill.Quebec plans to ban prayer in public, raising alarms over religious freedom and the targeting of marginalized communities.Cultural Reaction & Personal Insight:Noam reacts to Lindsay Ellis’s video essay, “The Unforg...
2025-08-311h 04
No Power PanelCarney Caves, Poilievre Returns & Air Canada Flight Attendants win?: What Really Changed This WeekThis week on No Power Panel, it’s all systems go—packed with political drama and working-class resistance. From trade wars to by-elections to labor defiance, we cut through the noise from a left-wing perspective.Here’s what’s in store:Canada Backs Down on TariffsPrime Minister Mark Carney has announced Canada will drop many retaliatory tariffs on U.S. goods to align with USMCA exemptions—leaving only steel, aluminum, and autos still taxed. Is this smart diplomacy or a sell-out to Trump-era pressure?Poilievre’...
2025-08-231h 01
No Power PanelInside Reclaim the NDP: Ji Won Jung on Party Democracy & RenewalHello and welcome back to No Power Panel!In this episode: Transition in the Studio We begin with a heartfelt announcement: Isaac is stepping back from hosting duties. We're grateful for his energy and contributions and excited for the next chapter—in which Noam continues on with guest cohosts like Ji Won Jung.Full Interview: Ji Won Jung of Reclaim the NDP Noam sits down with Ji Won Jung, spokesperson and organizer of Reclaim the NDP, the grassroots campaign pushing the party toward radical democratic renewal. We dig into:The centralized control and senior sta...
2025-08-1651 min
No Power PanelYves Engler Interview: NDP Leadership, Economic Democracy & Breaking the Party EliteThis No Power Panel episode features our first-ever guest, radical author and activist Yves Engler, as he takes the mic in a full-length interview. Engler—nominated by the NDP Socialist Caucus for the 2026 federal leadership race—dives into what the party needs to do to reclaim its working-class socialist roots and resist both corporatism and imperialism.Highlights include:Why Yves is running: "Democratic socialism, de-growth, economic democracy, and anti-imperialist solidarity" are at the heart of his campaign platformPolicy roadmap: Ending Canada’s military complicity, rejecting NATO, public ownership of key sector...
2025-08-0947 min
No Power PanelUS Tarrifs Canada, Palestine Recognition, and Trudeau & Katy Perry on a date?!This week on No Power Panel: Trump’s 35% tariffs on Canada go into effect—what now for trade and workers? Canada, France, and the UK move to recognize Palestine, setting up a global diplomatic shift. We break down the Battle River–Crowfoot byelection and what it signals for Poilievre. Plus: Trudeau and Katy Perry spotted dining in Montreal?! We get into the rumors—and what her “type” might say about him. And don’t miss our heated Winners & Losers segment. Also: we announce next week’s guest, Yves Engler.
2025-08-0254 min
No Power PanelTrade War Incoming? Trump Targets Canada + Mehdi Hasan vs The Far RightJoin us on No Power Panel as we break down the most pressing stories from this week:Canadian First Ministers Meeting (July 21–23, 2025) Prime Minister Mark Carney and Premier Doug Ford convened in Huntsville, Ontario, alongside provincial premiers and First Nations chiefs to forge a unified strategy in response to former U.S. President Trump’s threat of 35% tariffs on Canadian goods beginning August 1. These talks have put national unity, health funding, and trade resilience front and center.U.S.–Canada Trade Negotiations Resume Canada rescinded its proposed digital services tax targeting U.S. tec...
2025-07-2647 min
No Power PanelCanadian Politics in Flux: NDP Leadership, Polling Shifts & Bill C-5 ControversyIn this episode of No Power Panel, we break down the latest developments shaking up the Canadian political landscape. From dramatic shifts in federal polling to emerging leadership contenders, this is a must-listen for anyone following the pulse of politics in Canada.Canadian Federal Polling Update – We analyze the newest numbers and trends, including what they mean for the Liberals, Conservatives, NDP, and Bloc Québécois heading into 2026.Inside the NDP Leadership Race – With the NDP setting the leadership rules, we explore who might step up, what party insiders are saying, and how this race c...
2025-07-1955 min
No Power Panel2028 Democratic Presidential DraftWe draft and discuss the potential 2028 Democratic nominees for President. We discuss the positives and negatives of the various candidates and share who we think is most and least likely to win the primary.Isaac's draft picks are: J.B. Pritzker, Pete Buttigieg, Andy Beshear and Ro KhannaNoam's draft picks are: Alexandria Ocasio Cortez "AOC", Tim Walz, Jon Ossoff and Jon StewartNo one wants Josh Shapiro#uspolitics #2028 #2028Democrats #politics #aoc #jbpritzker #timwalz #petebuttigieg #jonossoff #jonstewart #dailyshow #rokhanna #berniesanders #andybeshear
2025-07-0634 min
No Power PanelZohran Mamdani Ends the Cuomo Political DynastyOn another episode of No Power Panel we discuss Mark Carney's pledge to double Canada's defense spending by 2035. Is austerity economics coming to Canada?In Alberta political news, Naheed Nenshi and the Alberta NDP win 2 by-elections, including Nenshi's new seat of Edmonton Strathcona. The Alberta Republican party performed better than expected in Olds-Didsbury-Three Hills running on a platform of becoming the 51st state.Zohran Mamdani outperforms all expectations, including ours, and comes in first on the first ballot, with the expectation he will cross 50% in subsequent rounds. We discuss Zohran's win, the reaction to his...
2025-06-2853 min
No Power PanelIs The Honeymoon Over For Mark Carney?We reveal how we plan to cover the war in the Middle East.Then No Power Panel discusses Mark Carney's bill C-5, compare it to Doug Ford's Bill 5 and explain why its unconstitutional. The G7 also doesn't go according to plan for Carney. Are things starting to crumble around the new Prime Minister?Then we turn our focus back to the New York City mayoral campaign. As Zohran Mamdani continues to close the gap and receives a massive endorsement from Bernie Sanders. We discuss ICE illegally detaining Brad Lander and the ramifications. Noam repeatedly encourages...
2025-06-2057 min
No Power PanelProtests, War, and An Appeal to HumanityA lot has changed in a week and we're here to cover it all. Israel and Iran have gone to war, largely due to Israel's first strikes on military and civilian targets. We discuss if this is the start of World War 3, what could happen next and how is the international community responding.ICE have begun kidnapping citizens and immigrants, targeting visible minority communities. Donald Trump orders the national guard and marines into Los Angeles and they break the law!!! Protests rise up against ICE and Trump admin as America finally awakens to their new fascist reality...
2025-06-1455 min
No Power PanelElon and Trump Go Scorched Earth and Bill 5 is TerribleElon Musk and Donald Trump go scorched earth on each other. Donald threatens to cut off millions from Elon in government contracts and Elon reveals that Trump is in the Epstein files. What's next in this wild soap opera of a government?Doug Ford's Conservatives pass Bill 5 and we go off! Bill 5 is an insult to first nations, municipalities and democracy itself. We explain what the Bill does and how it's impact will likely make for a difficult time ahead for Ontario's economy and civil society.A federal Conservative amendment to the throne speech passes...
2025-06-1350 min
No Power PanelThe King, The Rich Man and The DoctorsThis week on No Power Panel, we react to the Throne Speech. What was the significance of King Charles delivering it? Were there any surprises? What is like for Pierre Poilievre to be outside the house? It certainly tickles Noam's funny bone. And the King delivers a land acknowledgement?Canadian doctors return from Gaza with heartbreaking reports. We discuss the current state of the g-cide in the Middle East and why is Israel targeting medical personnel? We discuss the actions which Canada, the UK, France, Australia and other democracies should be taking because of our obligations under...
2025-05-3058 min
No Power PanelThe Cabinet, the NDP Draft and David HoggOn this week's episode of No Power Panel, Noam and Isaac discuss Mark Carney's new cabinet: who's in? who's out? What the heck is the Minister of AI going to do?Then we discuss David Hogg's strategy to primary ineffective Democrats in Washington and across America, as well as the DNC's plan to oust him as Vice Chair. Why are the Democrats not trying to improve their low approval ratings and crapping on the person in their ranks who wants to do something about it?And then... its finally arrived: the NDP leadership draft. Who...
2025-05-161h 17
No Power PanelCarney Clowns Trump in the OvalThis week on No Power Panel we get in to all the details of the Trump Carney oval office meeting. Mark Carney offers a masterclass on strength and poise while Donald Trump continues to bloviate needlessly.Pierre Poilievre will run in a byelection in Battle River-Crowfoot. We discuss the pros and cons of this decision. Will he win? What difficulties will he face as a national party leader representing a rural Alberta riding if he does? Will Danielle Smith's attempts to open sovereignty discussions in Alberta affect his chances? Can Pierre Poilievre afford to be at odds...
2025-05-091h 03
No Power PanelResults!!!We discuss the results of the 2025 Canadian federal election. The Liberal Party wins a strong minority under Mark Carney's leadership. The Conservative Party does better than expected. The NDP loses official party status.Does Mark Carney have an easy governing coalition? Can Pierre Poilievre hang on as Conservative leader? What will Jagmeet Singh's political legacy be? How does the NDP rebuild? Noam and Isaac address all these questions and more as we bring you all the key results from Election Day! Plus our Winners and Losers of the Week!
2025-04-301h 11
No Power PanelFinal Predictions: Minority Vs. MajorityThis week, we cover the polls heading into the final stretch of the Canadian Federal Election. We address whether the Liberals are in danger of losing what looked to be an almost certain majority government and what's behind the latest rise of the Bloc in Quebec.Noam and Isaac then discuss the latest Conservative Party ads and try to decide whether they are effective. Given that this is our final episode before Election Day, we share our predictions of how each of the major parties will finish in the popular vote and in the seat count... our...
2025-04-2357 min
No Power PanelThe Debates: Process vs SubstanceWe recap the 2025 Canadian Federal Leader's Debates for the Canadian election. Will they impact who becomes Prime Minister? Did Mark Carney or Pierre Poilievre win the week? Did Jagmeet Singh or Yves Francois Blanchet do enough to change the race? We answer these questions and more.In Episode 4 of No Power Panel, Noam and Isaac discuss the state of the polls in an all new Horse Race Disco, react to clips from the English Leaders Debate and pick the winners and losers of the week. We close out the week by enjoying a clip from Charlie Chaplin...
2025-04-181h 25
No Power PanelDebate Pregame, Can Things Change?In this slightly shorter episode we discuss the current state of the race and discuss the upcoming French and English debates. We deep dive into Mark Carney, Pierre Poilievre and Jagmeet Singh. Discussing their current strategies and what each leader could do in the debate to improve their standing or to crash and burn. #cdnpoli #politics #election #liberalparty #markcarney #ndp #jagmeetsingh #pierrepoilievre #conservativeparty #canada_life #horserace #polls
2025-04-1528 min
No Power PanelEpisode 2: Big Daddy CarneyNoam and Isaac discuss the current state of the market's reaction to Liberation Day and how that is impacting the Canadian federal election. Then it's time to touch on the state of the race, where each party stands in the polls and how things look going forward. In this episode you'll hear coverage of;The Stock Market chaosHarper campaigns with Pierre PoilievreConservatives finally pivot to a message about handling Trump's impactHorse Race Disco: a look at current Polling and seat projectionsNDP messaging pivot: Jagmeet drops...
2025-04-091h 12
No Power PanelEpisode 1: The Big SwingNoam and Isaac discuss the current state of the Canadian federal election. Touching on the state of the race, where each party stands in the polls and how things look going forward. In this episode you'll hear;Where the polls currently place each partyThe Conservative Party infighting and how the Doug Ford vs Pierre Poilievre battle seems to be goingDoes Doug Ford want to be Prime Minister?The effect of the tariffs on the campaign so farMark Carney's campaign and how the Liberals turned around such a massive leadWhat are the polls not seeing?The current state of...
2025-04-051h 13