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Ottawa Now with Kristy CameronVKS - June 25, 2025Premier of Alberta, Danielle Smith, joins host Vassy Kapelos to discuss the merits of the Alberta Next Panel. On todays show: Jeremie Charron, CTV National News Correspondent joins Vassy live from The Hauge to discuss how Canada commits to new NATO pledge to spend 5% of GDP on defence by 2035. David Coletto, founder, Chair and CEO of Abacus Data joins Vassy to discuss the new Abacus polling that examines if Canadians think the Carney government is off to a good start. Judie Saunders, NYC Sexual abuse litigator and former prosecutor joins Vassy for this weeks 'The Explainer' segment. The Daily Debrief P...2025-06-2530 min

The Vassy Kapelos ShowAlberta moves forward with ‘Alberta Next Panel’Premier of Alberta, Danielle Smith, joins host Vassy Kapelos to discuss the merits of the Alberta Next Panel. On todays show: Jeremie Charron, CTV National News Correspondent joins Vassy live from The Hauge to discuss how Canada commits to new NATO pledge to spend 5% of GDP on defence by 2035. David Coletto, founder, Chair and CEO of Abacus Data joins Vassy to discuss the new Abacus polling that examines if Canadians think the Carney government is off to a good start. Judie Saunders, NYC Sexual abuse litigator and former prosecutor joins Vassy for this weeks 'The Explainer' s...2025-06-251h 18

Ottawa Now with Kristy CameronVKS - June 24, 2025There are a lot of moving pieces in the Israel-Iran situation. Vassy speaks with freelance journalist Nahayat Tizhoosh to get some perspective on the latest developments on day 12 of the conflict. On todays show: A political debate is raging over the Carney government's plan to continue with an EV sales mandate by 2035. Vassy speaks with Flavio Volpe, President of the Automotive Parts Manufacturers' Association, about the industry's concerns. A political debate is raging over the Carney government's plan to continue with an EV sales mandate by 2035. Vassy speaks with Flavio Volpe, President of the Automotive Parts Manufacturers' Association, about the in...2025-06-241h 18

The Vassy Kapelos ShowUnderstanding the Israel-Iran conflictA ceasefire violated. U.S. intervention. Questions of diplomacy. There are a lot of moving pieces in the Israel-Iran situation. Vassy Kapelos speaks with freelance journalist Nahayat Tizhoosh to get some perspective on the latest developments on Day 12 of the conflict. On todays show: A political debate is raging over the Carney government's plan to continue with an EV sales mandate by 2035. Vassy speaks with Flavio Volpe, President of the Automotive Parts Manufacturers' Association, about the industry's concerns. Vassy Kapelos hosts ‘The Daily Debrief’ political panel discussion with Laryssa Waler, Founder of Henley Strategies and Former Head...2025-06-241h 18

The Vassy Kapelos ShowWar in the Middle East escalates as U.S. strikes IranThomas 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...2025-06-231h 18

Mornings with Mike and Meg - Sound BitesVassy Kapelos live at the G7 SummitMike and Meg are joined by Vassy Kapelos, Host of Power Play on CTV News and the VKS Monday - Thursday at 12 noon - 2pm on AM800, who is live at the G7 Summit in Alberta. 2025-06-1607 min

The Vassy Kapelos ShowYou Might Like: That Just Happened with Vassy KapelosThat's all she wrote. Vassy looks back at the election that was, digging deeper below the headline result at some major voter shifts that happened. We also try and figure out what happens to each of the losing party’s leaders and the three things Vassy thinks will define Mark Carney’s time as Prime Minister. Follow Vassy: https://www.instagram.com/vassykapelos https://x.com/vassykapelos Watch Power Play on CTV: https://www.ctvnews.ca/video/shows/power-play/ 2025-05-0325 min

The Vassy Kapelos ShowWill Poilievre stay on as Conservative leader?Scott Aitchison, re-elected MP for Parry Sound–Muskoka joins host Vassy Kapelos following Monday nights election results with the Liberals winning a minority government to discuss the future of the Conservative party. On todays show: Bruce Fanjoy, Liberal MP-Elect for Carleton, joins host Vassy Kapelos to reflect on the campaign after defeating Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre for the seat he's held for 20 years. Listen to Vassy's full conversation with NDP MP-elect Don Davies who says 'the rebuilding starts tomorrow' after the party lost official status, winning only seven seats in Parliament. Daniel Béland, James McGill Prof...2025-04-301h 17

Mornings with Mike and Meg - Sound BitesMore Election Coverage with Vassy!Vassy Kapelos, CTV Power Play, VKS 12 noon - 2pm Monday - Thursday gives her thoughts on what went down in the election 2025-04-2905 min

The Campaign Trail MixELECTION DAY - Canadians Head to the Polls to Vote for Their Next LeaderOn Today's Episode: 0:00 - Moore in the Morning The Morning Brief with Scott Reid, CTV Political Analyst and former advisor to a Prime Minister Former Federal Cabinet Minister Lisa Raitt Mulcair Mondays with former NDP Leader and CTV political analyst Thomas Mulcair Former Ontario Premier Kathleen Wynne Vassy Kapelos, CTV chief political correspondent and host of the Vassy Kapelos Show Former Liberal MP Adam Vaughan Former Mayor of Toronto John Tory 46:27 - The Deb Hutton Show Election Day Panel: From pivotal moments to biggest challenges Lisa Raitt - Former Federal Cabinet Minister Arif Virani - Former Mi...2025-04-281h 14

Mornings with Mike and Meg - Sound BitesVassy joins Mike and MegMike and Meg are joined by Vassy Kapelos, host of CTV Power Play & the Vassy Kapelos Show, on the morning of the federal election.2025-04-2806 min

The Vassy Kapelos ShowYou Might Like: That Just Happened with Vassy KapelosRegina George is that you? We made it! 5 weeks down, just two days to go. Vassy takes a look at what the polls tell us will happen Monday, how the margin of error might have an impact, platforms that use fairytale math and what could happen after the election. Vassy Kapelos has what you need to know about week five of the federal election campaign. Make sure to subscribe for new episodes every Friday. Follow Vassy: https://www.instagram.com/vassykapelos https://x.com/vassykapelos Watch Power Pl...2025-04-2522 min

Ottawa Now with Kristy CameronVKS - April 24, 2025An earlier meeting between Mark Carney and U.S. President Donald Trump is under serious scrutiny, as the federal election campaign enters its final days. Vassy Kapelos explores further during The Rundown. On todays show: We gather the latest on the campaign trail from CTV's Abigail Bimman, CTV's Mike LeCouteur, and CTV's Rachel Aiello. China says it wants to team up with Canada to push back against American 'bullying'. Vassy chats with Vina Nadjibulla, the Vice-President of Research and Strategy at the Asia Pacific Foundation of Canada. CTV's Dan Riskin drops by for his weekly 'Talk Science To Me' segment. V...2025-04-2430 min

The Vassy Kapelos ShowEarlier Carney-Trump meeting under scrutiny as election campaign enters final daysAn earlier meeting between Mark Carney and U.S. President Donald Trump is under serious scrutiny, as the federal election campaign enters its final days. Vassy Kapelos explores further during The Rundown. On todays show: We gather the latest on the campaign trail from CTV's Abigail Bimman, CTV's Mike LeCouteur, and CTV's Rachel Aiello. China says it wants to team up with Canada to push back against American 'bullying'. Vassy chats with Vina Nadjibulla, the Vice-President of Research and Strategy at the Asia Pacific Foundation of Canada. CTV's Dan Riskin drops by for his w...2025-04-241h 18

The Vassy Kapelos ShowAn examination of the ads from each of the federal partiesÉric Blais, President of Headspace Marketing in Toronto, joins host Vassy Kapelos to discuss how advertisements impact an election campaign, and to help break down the strategy behind each parties choice of advertisement. On todays show: Mike Le Couteur, Senior Political Correspondent, CTV National News, Abigail Bimman, CTV News Correspondent and Rachel Aiello, CTV National News Correspondent join host Vassy Kapelos for the latest from the campaign trail. Listen to Vassy's full conversation with Perry Bellegarde, Former National Chief of the Assembly of First Nations as they discuss the passing of Pope Francis and how his papa...2025-04-221h 18

The Vassy Kapelos ShowPope Francis has passed away on Easter MondayProfessor Michael W. Higgins, Vatican Affairs Analyst And Author Of ‘The Jesuit Disruptor, a Personal Portrait of Pope’ joins host Vassy Kapelos to reflect on the legacy left behind by Pope Francis after his passing on Easter Monday at age 88. On todays show: Vassy is joined by Mike Le Couteur, Senior Political Correspondent, CTV National News, Rachel Aiello, CTV National News Correspondent and Abigail Bimman, CTV News Correspondent for the latest from the campaign trail during the final week of the election campaign. Vassy Kapelos hosts ‘The Daily Debrief’ political panel discussion with Jason Lietar, President of Enterp...2025-04-211h 18

The Campaign Trail MixDAY 26 - Party Leaders spar over immigration, crime, and Trump in last night's French language DebateOn Today's Episode:0:00 - Moore in the Morning Former Federal NDP Leader Thomas Mulcair breaks down last night's French Language Leaders' Debate what's to come tonight for the English Language Debate. Vassy Kapelos, CTV Chief Political Correspondent and host of The Vassy Kapelos Show explains the Leaders' Debate Comission and why they pulled the Green Party from both federal leaders' debates. 17:34 - The Jerry Agar Show Host of the ‘Elias Makos Show’ on CJAD800 Elias Makos gives us a recap of the French Language Federal Leaders' Debate. 27:39 - The Deb Hutton Show John Tor...2025-04-181h 21

The Vassy Kapelos ShowGreen Party co-leader says removal from leaders’ debates is ‘undemocratic’Tom Mulcair, CTV Political Analyst and Former NDP Leader joins host Vassy Kapelos to discuss how The Green Party had its invitation for tonight's debate rescinded less than 12 hours before the debate is set to start. On todays show: Listen to Vassy's full conversation with Ed Fast, Outgoing Conservative MP who says his party held a “sham” nomination process in his B.C. riding, where he has endorsed an Independent candidate to be his successor. Steven Shaw, Interim Chair, Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology at McGill University joins host Vassy Kapelos to answer this weeks 'The...2025-04-161h 17

The Vassy Kapelos ShowYou Might Like: That Just Happened with Vassy KapelosE03: Size matters. We are in the mushy middle of the federal election campaign – you’re tired, the candidates are tired, we’re all tired. But despite that, it’s shaping up to be a real race. Liberals still lead public opinion polling but the gap at times this week narrowed, Trump crashed the stock market and kept Canadian tariffs in place – plus, we’re in store for one heck of a leaders debate next week. Vassy Kapelos has what you need to know about week three of the federal election campaign. Make sure to subscribe fo...2025-04-1122 min

The Vassy Kapelos ShowTrump stands by tariffsListen to Vassy's full conversation with Stephen Poloz, Former Bank of Canada Governor, Special Advisor at Osler, Hoskin and Harcourt and John Manley, Former Liberal Finance Minister, Chair of Jeffreys financial Canada and Chair of the Telus Corp board as they discuss the economic impacts of Trumps tariffs. On todays show: Abigail Bimman, CTV News Correspondent, Mike Le Couteur, Senior Political Correspondent, CTV National News and Jeremie Charron, CTV National News Correspondent join Vassy to give the latest updates from the campaign trail. Thomas Juneau, Associate Professor, Public and International Affairs at the University of O...2025-04-081h 18

The Vassy Kapelos ShowTrump's new tariffs collapse global marketsSandy Yong - a Personal Finance Writer, TEDx Speaker, and Award-Winning Author of ‘The Money Master’ - joins host Vassy Kapelos to discuss how the stock market crash will affect the pocketbooks of Canadians, and to discuss what approach Canadians should take in terms of playing the market right now. On todays show: Matt Cauz, a TSN 1050 Host and a Co-Host of the 'Macko & Cauz' Podcast, joins Vassy to discuss the incredible feat that was set by Washington Capitals forward Alex Ovechkin on Sunday. With his 895th goal, the 39-year-old Russian broke Wayne Gretzky's NHL record for a...2025-04-071h 18

The Vassy Kapelos ShowYou Might Like: That Just Happened with Vassy KapelosE02- OK, boomer. Donald Trumps liberation day, voting demographic dynamics and candidates dropping like flies. Vassy endeavours to figure out where this race will land after week 2 of the election campaign. Vassy Kapelos has what you need to know about week one of the federal election campaign. Make sure to subscribe for new episodes every Friday. Follow Vassy: https://www.instagram.com/vassykapelos https://x.com/vassykapelos Watch Power Play on CTV https://www.ctvnews.ca/video/shows/power-play/ 2025-04-0424 min

The Campaign Trail MixDAY 13 - Pierre Poilievre has a problem with women — Mark Carney has a problem with menOn Today's Episode: 0:00 - Moore in the Morning CFRA’s Bill Carroll on the latest federal election polling numbers and the upcoming debate. Vassy Kapelos, CTV Chief Political Correspondent and host of the Vassy Kapelos Show, gives us an update on the campaign with week two coming to a close. 10:45 - The Jerry Agar Show Pierre Poilievre has a problem with women. Mark Carney has a problem with men. Jerry Agar breaks down the polling numbers after the second week of the election. 30:00 - The Deb Hutton Show Panel: Do Pierr...2025-04-0457 min

Mornings with Mike and Meg - Sound BitesConservative party drops candidate in Windsor-Tecumseh-LakeshoreVassy Kapelos, Host of CTV's Power Play, The Vassy Kapelos Show 12 - 2pm on AM800, joins Mike and Meg to talk about the Conservative party dropping Ward 4 City Councillor Mark McKenzie as their conservative candidate in Windsor-Tecumseh-Lakeshore 2025-04-0107 min

The Vassy Kapelos ShowCanada election campaign enters 2nd weekVassy is joined by Judy Trinh, CTV National News Correspondent, Abigail Bimman, CTV News Correspondent and Rachel Aiello, CTV National News Correspondent for the latest on each parties push as we enter the second week of the election campaign. On todays show: Alex Nutall, Mayor of Barrie and Don McIsaac, Mayor City of Orillia join Vassy to discuss the impacts and recovery efforts following the ice storm that blew through the region over the weekend leaving more than 400,000 without power. Listen to Vassy's full conversation with Derek Burney, former Canadian ambassador to the U.S., who says...2025-03-311h 18

Ottawa Now with Kristy CameronVKS - March 31, 2025Vassy is joined by Judy Trinh, CTV National News Correspondent, Abigail Bimman, CTV News Correspondent and Rachel Aiello, CTV National News Correspondent for the latest on each parties push as we enter the second week of the election campaign. On todays show: Alex Nutall, Mayor of Barrie and Don McIsaac, Mayor City of Orillia join Vassy to discuss the impacts and recovery efforts following the ice storm that blew through the region over the weekend leaving more than 400,000 without power. Listen to Vassy's full conversation with Derek Burney, former Canadian ambassador to the U.S., who says he’s encouraged by Trum...2025-03-3130 min

The Vassy Kapelos ShowYou Might Like: That Just Happened with Vassy KapelosE01: Help! Help! HELP! Donald Trump, a cost of living crisis and the NDP slide. In regular times, even one of those factors could determine the election. In these extraordinary times with all three factors in play, Vassy endeavours to figure out where the campaign lands. Vassy Kapelos has what you need to know about week one of the federal election campaign. Make sure to subscribe for new episodes every Friday. Follow Vassy: https://www.instagram.com/vassykapelos https://x.com/vassykapelos Watch Power Play on CTV 2025-03-2822 min

The Vassy Kapelos ShowWhat's new on Day 4 of the campaignVassy is joined by CTV's Rachel Aiello, Judy Trinh, and Abigail Bimman as they provide the latest from the campaign trails with the three major parties. On todays show: Bea Bruske, President, Canadian Labour Congress joins host Vassy Kapelos to discuss how Hudson's Bay Co. will pay up to $3 million total in retention bonuses to 121 managers and executives, but will not pay severance to its more than 9,300 workers. Mike Moffatt, Assistant Professor with the Ivey Business School and senior director of policy and innovation at the Smart Prosperity Institute joins host Vassy Kapelos to answer this w...2025-03-261h 18

Ottawa Now with Kristy CameronVKS - March 24, 2025Sahir Khan, Vice President of the University of Ottawa's Institute of Fiscal Studies and Democracy joins host Vassy Kapelos for an analysis on the the plans from Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre and Liberal Leader Mark Carney to cut income taxes for middle-class Canadians. On todays show: Vassy is joined by CTV's Rachel Aiello, Judy Trinh, and Mike Le Couteur as they provide the latest from the campaign trails with the three major parties. Éric Blais, President of Headspace Marketing in Toronto, joins host Vassy Kapelos to discuss how advertisements impact an election campaign, and to help break down the strategy behi...2025-03-241h 18

The Vassy Kapelos ShowTax cut proposals take centre stageSahir Khan, Vice President of the University of Ottawa's Institute of Fiscal Studies and Democracy joins host Vassy Kapelos for an analysis on the the plans from Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre and Liberal Leader Mark Carney to cut income taxes for middle-class Canadians. On todays show: Vassy is joined by CTV's Rachel Aiello, Judy Trinh, and Mike Le Couteur as they provide the latest from the campaign trails with the three major parties. Éric Blais, President of Headspace Marketing in Toronto, joins host Vassy Kapelos to discuss how advertisements impact an election campaign, and to help brea...2025-03-241h 18

Mornings with Mike and Meg - Sound BitesVassy Kapelos: This isn’t just another election campaignMike and Meg are joined by Vassy Kapelos to discuss the upcoming election. 2025-03-2407 min

The Vassy Kapelos ShowExecutions show China has no intention of improving relations with CanadaFormer Canadian diplomat Michael Kovrig joins Vassy Kapelos, Kovrig said China's execution of Canadians is 'demonstrating what kind of China it wants the world to see.' Listen to the full conversation. On todays show: Listen to Vassy's full conversation with Former ambassador to the U.S. David MacNaughton and Jody Tomas, former national security advisor to Justin Trudeau, as they discuss Canada's trade strategy. CTV science and technology specialist Dan Riskin joins Vassy Kapelos for the weekly segment Talk Science to Me. Vassy Kapelos hosts ‘The Daily Debrief’ political panel discussion with Laura Stone, Queen’s Park r...2025-03-201h 18

Ottawa Now with Kristy CameronVKS - March 20, 2025Former Canadian diplomat Michael Kovrig joins Vassy Kapelos, Kovrig said China's execution of Canadians is 'demonstrating what kind of China it wants the world to see.' Listen to the full conversation. On todays show: Listen to Vassy's full conversation with Former ambassador to the U.S. David MacNaughton and Jody Tomas, former national security advisor to Justin Trudeau, as they discuss Canada's trade strategy. CTV science and technology specialist Dan Riskin joins Vassy Kapelos for the weekly segment Talk Science to Me. Vassy Kapelos hosts ‘The Daily Debrief’ political panel discussion with Laura Stone, Queen’s Park reporter with The Glob...2025-03-201h 18

The Vassy Kapelos ShowCarney announces arctic security boost as Trump threatens CanadaListen to Vassy's full conversation with Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs of Canada as they discuss if Canada and the U.S still share good relations within the NORAD partnership. On todays show: Errol Mendes, Professor of Constitutional and International Law at the University of Ottawa’s Law Faculty, President of the Canadian section of the international commission of jurists joins Vassy to discuss how Chief Justice John Roberts rejected calls for impeaching judges shortly after President Donald Trump demanded the removal of one who ruled against his deportation plans. Dr. Dave Willi...2025-03-191h 18

The Vassy Kapelos Show‘Watch as I stab myself’: Colorado gov. blasts Trump, defends CanadaListen to Vassy's full conversation with Colorado Governor Jared Polis say who says 'we’re only hurting ourselves if the U.S. continues down this path' as Trump's trade war with Canada continues. On todays show: John Hardie, Deputy Director Of The Russia Program At The Foundation For Defense Of Democracies, a non-profit think tank based in Washington, D.C joins host Vassy Kapelos to discuss ultimately what Russian President Vladimir Putin's goals may be in reaching a ceasefire deal with Ukraine. Vassy Kapelos hosts ‘The Daily Debrief’ political panel discussion with Shakir Chambers, principal at Earnscli...2025-03-181h 18

The Vassy Kapelos ShowOne-on-one with Finance Minister François-Philippe ChampagneListen to Vassy's full conversation with newly minted Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne as they discuss fiscal responsibility, government cuts, and scrapping the carbon tax. On todays show: David Coletto, founder, Chair and CEO of Abacus Data joins host Vassy Kapelos to discuss the new polling from Abacus Data that shows the Conservative lead drop down to 4 as Liberals reach their highest vote share since August 2021. Dr. Isaac Bogoch, infectious diseases physician at the Toronto General Hospital joins host Vassy Kapelos to discuss how Ontario's chief medical officer of health is urging Ontarians to make sure th...2025-03-171h 18

Ottawa Now with Kristy CameronVKS - March 17, 2025Listen to Vassy's full conversation with newly minted Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne as they discuss fiscal responsibility, government cuts, and scrapping the carbon tax. On todays show: David Coletto, founder, Chair and CEO of Abacus Data joins host Vassy Kapelos to discuss the new polling from Abacus Data that shows the Conservative lead drop down to 4 as Liberals reach their highest vote share since August 2021. Dr. Isaac Bogoch, infectious diseases physician at the Toronto General Hospital joins host Vassy Kapelos to discuss how Ontario's chief medical officer of health is urging Ontarians to make sure they are immunized against th...2025-03-171h 18

Ottawa Now with Kristy CameronVKS - March 13, 2025Vassy' speaks with Industry Minister Francois-Philippe Champagne as he speaks about the upcoming U.S. trade talks, Canada's counter-tariff money, and tariffs on Chinese EVs. On todays show: Catherine Cobden, President and CEO of Canadian Steel Producers Association, joins host Vassy Kapelos to discuss the impact that steel manufacturers in Canada are feeling with the tariffs now in place. CTV science and technology specialist Dan Riskin joins Vassy Kapelos for the weekly segment Talk Science to Me. Vassy Kapelos hosts ‘The Daily Debrief’ political panel discussion with Laura Stone, Queen’s Park reporter with The Globe and Mail, Robert Benzie, Queen’s...2025-03-1330 min

The Vassy Kapelos ShowIndustry Minister Champagne on counter-tariffs and the upcoming U.S. trade talksListen to Vassy's full conversation with Industry Minister Francois-Philippe Champagne as he speaks about the upcoming U.S. trade talks, Canada's counter-tariff money, and tariffs on Chinese EVs. On todays show: Catherine Cobden, President and CEO of Canadian Steel Producers Association, joins host Vassy Kapelos to discuss the impact that steel manufacturers in Canada are feeling with the tariffs now in place. CTV science and technology specialist Dan Riskin joins Vassy Kapelos for the weekly segment Talk Science to Me. Vassy Kapelos hosts ‘The Daily Debrief’ political panel discussion with Laura Stone, Queen’s Park reporter with The...2025-03-131h 18

The Vassy Kapelos ShowBank of Canada cuts rate amid ‘new crisis’ of trade war with the U.S.Pedro Antunes, Chief Economist at the Conference Board of Canada, joins host Vassy Kapelos to discuss how the Bank of Canada has cut its policy rate by 25 basis points to 2.75 percent. This comes as a new front has opened in the trade war between the United States and Canada. On todays show: Listen to Vassy's full conversation with Ontario's Representative to Washington David Paterson as they discuss how both sides of the Canada-U.S. trade war are starting to recognize the economic impact of tariffs. Retired General Tom Lawson, former Chief of the Defence Staff, joins h...2025-03-121h 17

The Vassy Kapelos ShowLiberal Party's transition from Trudeau to CarneyListen to Vassy's full conversation with Labour Minister Steve MacKinnon as he speaks about the Liberal Party's readiness for a federal election after choosing Mark Carney as its new leader. On todays show: Paul Bagnell, Anchor at BNN Bloomberg joins host Vassy Kapelos to discuss how Wall Street’s sell-off is spiraling Tuesday following President Donald Trump’s latest escalation in his trade war, briefly pulling the U.S. stock market 10% below its record set just a few weeks ago. Listen to Vassy's full conversation with U.S. Representative Seth Magaziner who says it would be 'foo...2025-03-111h 18

Ottawa Now with Kristy CameronVKS - March 10, 2025Rachel Aiello, CTV National Correspondent joins host Vassy Kapelos to discuss Mark Carney being elected as the new Liberal leader, as well as his vows to take on U.S. President Donald Trump and Canada’s Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre. On todays show: Listen to Vassy's full conversation with Finance Minister Dominic LeBlanc as they discuss the trade war between Canada and U.S. and whether Canadians should be worried about Trump’s intentions to target Canada. Vassy takes your calls and texts to hear what you have to say about Mark Carney becoming the new Liberal leader. The Daily Debri...2025-03-101h 17

The Vassy Kapelos ShowMark Carney becomes Liberal leaderRachel Aiello, CTV National Correspondent joins host Vassy Kapelos to discuss Mark Carney being elected as the new Liberal leader, as well as his vows to take on U.S. President Donald Trump and Canada’s Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre. On todays show: Listen to Vassy's full conversation with Finance Minister Dominic LeBlanc as they discuss the trade war between Canada and U.S. and whether Canadians should be worried about Trump’s intentions to target Canada. Vassy takes your calls and texts to hear what you have to say about Mark Carney becoming the new Liber...2025-03-101h 17

Mornings with Mike and Meg - Sound BitesNew Liberal leader and new Prime MinisterVassy Kapelos, host of CTV’s Power Play and the Vassy Kapelos Show here on AM800 12 - 2pm Monday to Thursday, joins Mike and Meg to talk about Mark Carney being elected as the next Liberal leader who will succeed Prime Minister Justin Trudeau 2025-03-1008 min

Ottawa Now with Kristy CameronVKS - February 27, 2025Listen to Vassy's full conversation with Liberal leadership candidate Karina Gould who says she doesn't think balancing the budget in three years by growing the economy is realistic. On todays show: Siobhan Morris, CTV News Toronto Queen's Park Bureau Chief joins host Vassy Kapelos for the latest on the Ontario election. Listen to Vassy's full conversation with Conservative MP and ethics critic, Michael Barrett about Mark Carney moving his investments firm's office to U.S. Dan Riskin, CTV Science and Technology Specialist joins Vassy for his weekly segment 'Talk Science to Me'. The Daily Debrief Panel with Robert Benzie, Laura St...2025-02-2730 min

Ottawa Now with Kristy CameronVKS - February 24, 2025One-on-one with Liberal leadership candidate Karina Gould Listen to Vassy's full conversation with Liberal leadership candidate Karina Gould as they speak about what actions she would take if Trump imposes tariffs against Canada. On todays show: Sir Richard Sheriff, NATO’s Deputy Supreme Allied Commander for Europe from 2011-2014 joins Vassy to discuss the implications Trump’s remarks will have on the Ukraine-Russia war and the actions Putin will take. Julie Hansen, a early-childhood education consultant in Halfmoon Bay, B.C joins host Vassy Kapelos to discuss the drawbacks and benefits of education children on the importance of sharing. Tim Powers...2025-02-241h 18

Ottawa Now with Kristy CameronVKS - February 19, 2025Listen to Vassy's full conversation with Ontario NDP Leader Marit Stiles as she reacts to Ontario Liberal Leader Bonnie Crombie's pitch to NDP supporters to vote Liberal to unseat Doug Ford. On todays show: Listen to Vassy's full conversation with Yuliya Kovaliv, Ukraine's Ambassador to Canada who says Ukraine's membership in NATO is a 'cheaper and more effective way to ensure a long-lasting peace.' Steve Joordens, Professor of Psychology, University of Toronto/Scarborough joins host Vassy Kapelos to help answer this weeks 'The Explainer' question on if more people are feeling flight anxiety due to the increase of aviation i...2025-02-191h 18

Ottawa Now with Kristy CameronVKS - February 18, 2025John Cox, Aviation safety expert, joins host Vassy Kapelos to discuss what occurred when a Delta Air Lines flight from Minneapolis, carrying 80 passengers, crashed while attempting to land at Pearson International Airport on Monday. On todays show: Scott Hurst, CTV National News Correspondent joins Vassy to give a live update on the Delta jet crash at Pearson airport. Listen to Vassy's full conversation with The premier of Newfoundland and Labrador, Andrew Furey who said he found it “incredibly concerning” to hear senior staff from U.S. President Donald Trump’s office convey that the commander-in-chief is “very serious” when he talks about...2025-02-181h 18

Ottawa Now with Kristy CameronVKS - February 3, 2025Anil Wasif, Toronto-based economist, manager of the research team at Infrastructure Ontario joins Vassy Kapelos to discuss how understanding why the Trump administration has embraced tariffs is key to developing Canada's response. On todays show: Listen to Vassy's full conversation with with Finance Minister Dominic LeBlanc who says he's ‘very pessimistic’ Trump tariffs can be avoided by Tuesday. Carmi Levy, CTV tech expert joins Vassy to discuss how Instagram might work better as a dating app than Tinder. Matt Skube, CTV News Anchor joins Vassy to provide a weather update as snow continues to barrel down on multiple parts of Canad...2025-02-031h 18

Ottawa Now with Kristy CameronVKS - January 30, 2025No survivors expected after midair collision between passenger jet and helicopter Joy Malbon, CTV Washington Bureau Chief joins Vassy live from the Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport with the latest on the fatal collision that took place just outside of Reagan airport leaving all 67 involved dead. On todays show: Keith Mackey, President, Mackey International Aviation Safety Consultants joins host Vassy Kapelos to discuss how the deadliest American aviation accident in 40 years may have occurred. Dan Riskin, CTV Science and Technology Specialist joins Vassy for his weekly segment 'Talk Science to Me'. The Daily Debrief Panel with Laura Stone, Robert Benzie, and...2025-01-3030 min

Ottawa Now with Kristy CameronVKS - January 29, 2025Stéfane Marion, Chief Economist and Strategist, National Bank of Canada speaks with Vassy Kapelos about the Bank of Canada's rate cut, and their warning on the impact of a 25% tariff on Canada's economy. On todays show: Listen to Vassy's full conversation with Public Safety Minister David McGuinty about the recommendations in Commissioner Marie-Josée Hogue's final report on foreign interference. Vassy Kapelos is joined by Professor Dan Malleck, Chair of the department of health sciences at Brock University, and Director of the Centre for Canadian Studies to help answer this weeks 'The Explainer' question. This weeks question: "does alcohol caus...2025-01-291h 18

Ottawa Now with Kristy CameronVKS - January 28, 2025‘No evidence of traitors’ - Takeaways from the foreign interference inquiry’s final report Rachel Aiello, CTV National News Correspondent joins host Vassy Kapelos to give the latest on the final report from the Public Inquiry into Foreign Interference. On todays show: Listen to Vassy's full conversation with Alberta Premiere Danielle Smith on the importance of avoiding a trade war with U.S, and her strategy to do so. Chris Bumbray, Editor-in-Chief of JoBlo.com, and Film Critic with CTV News Channel joins Vassy to discuss the legal battle taking place between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni. The Daily Debrief Panel wi...2025-01-2830 min

Ottawa Now with Kristy CameronVKS - January 21, 2025Canadian ministers share strategy to combat Trump tariffs Listen to Vassy's full conversation with François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry of Canada and Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Canada on the Governments strategy to combat the potential 25% tariffs that will be imposed by President Trump on February 1st. On todays show: Greg Ridge, City Councillor for King’s Town district, Kingston joins host Vassy Kapelos to discuss how Kingston was the latest Ontario municipality to declare a food insecurity emergency. The Daily Debrief Panel with Shakir Chambers, Shachi Kurl, and Saeed Selvam. Pedro Antunes, Chief Ec...2025-01-2130 min

Ottawa Now with Kristy CameronVKS - January 14, 2025"It's mind numbing" - Canadian who lost their home in the L.A wildfires Jens Lindemann, Canadian living in LA and celebrated Canadian trumpeter joins host Vassy Kapelos to discuss his experience of losing his home in the devastating wildfires that are burning across Los Angeles. On todays show: Listen to Vassy's full conversation with Terry Duguid Minister responsible for Prairies Economic Development Canada on the possibility of Canada cutting off energy exports to the U.S. as retaliation to threatened tariff. Dr. Isaac Bogoch, infectious disease physician at the Toronto General Hospital discusses the increase of cases of Norovirus an...2025-01-141h 18

Ottawa Now with Kristy CameronVKS - December 18, 2024Listen to Vassy's full conversations with Liberal MP's Wayne Long and Ken Hardie as they call for Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to step down. On todays show: Frank McKenna, Former Canadian Ambassador to the United States joins host Vassy Kapelos to discuss President-elect Trump's latest social media comments about Canada becoming the 51st state. Jonathan Malloy, Professor of political science at Carleton University joins host Vassy Kapelos to answer this weeks 'The Explainer' question on what were to happen if the Prime Minister were to resign, and how prorogation works. The Daily Debrief Panel with Kory Teneycke, Kathleen Monk, and Sco...2024-12-181h 18

Ottawa Now with Kristy CameronVKS - December 17, 2024Listen to Vassy's full conversation with Liberal MP Antony Housefather & Liberal MP Helena Jaczek as they call for Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to resign after Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland stepped down. On todays show: Vassy takes your calls on texts on if Justin Trudeau should remain on as leader of the Liberal party. Parliamentary Budget Officer Yves Giroux joins host Vassy Kapelos to discuss the newly tabled fall economic statement which reports a deficit of $61.9-billion for 2023-24. The Daily Debrief Panel with Shakir Chambers, Saeed Selvam, and Shachi Kurl. Bill Browder, CEO of Hermitage Capital Management, which was the inv...2024-12-171h 18

Nuanced.180. Vassy Kapelos: Could Trump Tariffs Cause a Recession in Canada?Aaron Pete sits down with Vassy Kapelos, Chief Political Correspondent for CTV News, to tackle pressing topics like Canada's political polarization, the impact of Donald Trump’s tariffs, whether journalists should avoid bias, and the challenges of holding leaders like Justin Trudeau accountable.Send us a textSupport the showwww.biggerthanmepodcast.com 2024-12-1647 min

Ottawa Now with Kristy CameronVKS - December 2, 2024Listen to Vassy's full conversation with Ontario Premier Doug Ford as he speaks about the need to secure Canada's borders and boost defence spending. On todays show: Kelsey McEwen, Chief Meteorologist on CTV Your Morning and Heidi Lorenz Mayor of Gravenhurst join host Vassy Kapelos to discuss the major snowfall that hit parts of Ontario over the weekend, covering townships like Gravenhurst in over 140cm of snow. Katie Tallo, Author of ‘Dark August’, ‘Poison Lilies’, and her new book ‘Buried Road’ joins host Vassy Kapelos to discuss the release of the third and final novel in her 'Augusta Monet' series . The Daily De...2024-12-021h 18

Ottawa Now with Kristy CameronVKS - November 28, 2024Canada weighing how to retaliate if Trump imposes 25% tariffs Listen to Vassy's full conversation with Transport Minister Anita Anand on how the government is preparing to combat president-elect Trump’s proposed tariffs. On todays show: Listen to Vassy's full conversation with Alberta Premiere Danielle Smith on how a 25 per cent tariff impact would be 'incredibly damaging' to the province's economy. Dan Riskin, CTV Science and Technology Specialist joins host Vassy Kapelos for his weekly segment 'Talk Science to Me'. The Daily Debrief Panel with Robert Benzie, Marieke Walsh, and Mike Le Couteur. Jim Gallant, Negotiator with CUPW joins host Vassy Kap...2024-11-2830 min

Ottawa Now with Kristy CameronVKS - November 27, 2024Flavio Volpe, President of the Automotive Parts Manufacturers Association discusses how any cross-border tax would increase the cost of components and raw materials that go back and forth between the neighboring countries, leading to a slowdown in production and higher prices at the dealership. On todays show: Listen to Vassy's full conversation with Dominic LeBlanc Minister of Public Safety, Democratic Institutions and Intergovernmental Affairs of Canada on how the federal government is preparing to deal with the treat of a 25% tariff. Jimmy Jean, Vice-president and chief economist at Desjardins joins host Vassy Kapelos to answer this weeks 'The Explainer' question r...2024-11-271h 18

Ottawa Now with Kristy CameronVKS - November 26, 2024David MacNaughton, Former Canadian Ambassador to the United States joins host Vassy Kapelos to discuss President-elect Trumps pledge to impose a 25% tariff on imports from Canada and Mexico. On todays show: Listen to Vassy's full conversation with Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Public Services and Procurement of Canada on the economics behind expanding tax relief for Canadians potentially with NDP support. Vassy takes your texts and calls on how Canada should handle a 25% tariff on all imports. The Daily Debrief Panel with Shachi Kurl, Shakir Chambers and Saeed Selvam. Laura Dawson, Executive Director, Future Borders Coalition joins Vassy to discuss how a...2024-11-261h 18

Ottawa Now with Kristy CameronVKS - November 25, 2024Canada 'already past due' on NATO defence spending target Listen to Vassy's full conversation with Mike Turner, chair of the U.S. House intelligence committee who says Canada needs to accelerate its defence spending targets, especially with its military in "desperate" need of investment. On todays show: Listen to Vassy's full conversation with Minister of Citizens' Services Terry Beech on the Liberal government's decision to write cheques and put a freeze on GST. Listen to Vassy's full conversation with Conservatives MP Michael Barrett as well as NDP MP Taylor Bachrach as they give their reaction to the Liberal government's decision...2024-11-251h 18

Ottawa Now with Kristy CameronVKS - November 21, 2024Listen to Vassy's full conversation with Conservative House Leader Andrew Scheer, Deputy House Leader Mark Gerretsen, and NDP House Leader Peter Julien discuss how Boissonnault has resigned. On todays show: Bruce Heyman, Former US Ambassador to Canada joins Vassy Kapelos to discuss how U.S. president-elect Donald Trump has picked a former Michigan congressman, Pete Hoekstra, as his upcoming administration’s ambassador to Canada. CTV science and technology specialist Dan Riskin joins Vassy Kapelos for the weekly segment Talk Science to Me. The Daily Debrief Panel with Robert Benzie, Marieke Walsh and Laura Stone. The Honourable Lloyd Axworthy, Former Minister of F...2024-11-2130 min

Ottawa Now with Kristy CameronVKS - November 20, 2024Keith Henry, President of the BC Metis Federation representing over 6000 Metis members in British Columbia and President and CEO for the Indigenous Tourism Association of Canada joins Vassy Kapelos to discuss the growing calls for Minister Boissonnault to resign over shifting claims about Indigenous heritage. On todays show: Listen to Vassy's full conversation with Minister of Public Services and Procurement Jean-Yves Duclos on the ongoing Canada Post strike that is impacting many across the country. Carmi Levy, tech journalist and analyst joins Vassy Kapelos for this weeks 'The Explainer' segment. This weeks question comes from Anita on Instagram and reads "W...2024-11-2030 min

Ottawa Now with Kristy CameronVKS - November 19, 2024Amanda Lang, BNN Bloomberg, Host of Taking Stock on BNN Bloomberg, CTV and the iHeart radio network joins host Vassy Kapelos to discuss how Canada's annual inflation rate accelerated more than expected to two per cent in October. On todays show: Listen to Vassy's full conversation with Former CIA director and retired general David Petraeus on the U.S. allowing Ukraine to use long-range missiles. Listen to Vassy's full conversation with Journalist Masih Alinejad as she calls on the Canadian and American governments to criminalize transnational oppression. The Daily Debrief Panel with Tim Powers, Saeed Selvam, and Mike Le Couteur. ...2024-11-191h 18

Ottawa Now with Kristy CameronVKS - November 7, 2024Former U.S. ambassador to Canada Kelly Craft discusses what Canadians should expect after Donald Trump's election win Listen to Vassy's full conversation with Former U.S. ambassador to Canada Kelly Craft as they discuss what Canadians should expect after Donald Trump's election win. On todays show: Listen to Vassy's full conversation with Foreign Affairs Minister Melanie Joly who says the federal government has been preparing for a second Donald Trump presidency. CTV science and technology specialist Dan Riskin joins Vassy Kapelos for the weekly segment Talk Science to Me. The Daily Debrief Panel with Robert Benzie, Marieke Walsh, and La...2024-11-0730 min

Ottawa Now with Kristy CameronVKS - October 29, 2024Listen to Vassy's full conversation with Liberal MP Helena Jaczek who says it’s time to clear the air within the party and have a secret ballot over Justin Trudeau’s leadership. On todays show: David MacNaughton, Former Canadian Ambassador to the United States joins host Vassy Kapelos to discuss the tight race between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump as the election looms just a week away. Tom Lawson, former Chief of the Defence Staff of the Canadian Armed Forces and previously Deputy Commander of the NORAD joins host Vassy Kapelos to discuss the implications of reports of more than 10,000 North...2024-10-2930 min $Women Don\'t Do That (WDDT)$ Women Don't Do That (WDDT)Episode 173: Vassy Kapelos- Navigating Ambition, Motherhood, and the Challenges of a High-Profile Journalism CareerIn this episode, we speak with Vassy Kapelos, the CTV News chief political correspondent and host of Question Period and Power Play. Vassy, a three-time Canadian Screen Award winner, discusses balancing her busy work schedule with a structured personal routine. She shares her career journey, from studying politics to working in small markets before rising to prominence. Vassy recounts proud moments, including covering a leadership election and helping a family access medical treatment. She provides her perspective on the importance of accountability in journalism and her strategies for handling public scrutiny. Vassy reflects on the challenges of balancing ambition...2024-10-2946 min

Ottawa Now with Kristy CameronVKS - October 24, 2024David Coletto, founder, Chair and CEO of Abacus Data joins Vassy to discuss the most recent polling from Abacus Data. On todays show: Listen to Vassy's full conversation with Liberal MP Ken Hardie to reflect on the high stakes caucus meeting that took place yesterday. Dan Riskin, CTV Science and Technology Specialist joins Vassy for his weekly segment 'Talk Science to Me'. The Daily Debrief Panel with Laura Stone, Marieke Walsh, and Robert Benzie. Caitlin Morrison, Executive Director of The Matthew Perry Foundation of Canada joins host Vassy Kapelos to discuss what it's been like for her and her family sin...2024-10-241h 18

Ottawa Now with Kristy CameronVKS - October 22, 2024Tom Mulcair, Former NDP Leader joins host Vassy Kapelos on the 10th anniversary of the terrorist attack on Parliament Hill to reflect on the day, and what we've learned from it. On todays show: The New Brunswick Liberals led by Susan Holt will form a majority government in the province, returning to power for the first time since 2018. Nick Moore a reporter with CTV News in Saint John joins Vassy to breakdown the results. Robert Fife, The Globe and Mail's Ottawa Bureau Chief joins host Vassy Kapelos to discuss how Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s national security adviser and the de...2024-10-221h 18

Ottawa Now with Kristy CameronVKS - October 21, 2024Rob Buffam, Legislative Reporter with CTV Vancouver joins host Vassy Kapelos to discuss the tight election race in British Columbia that still had no clear winner early Sunday after the vast majority of votes in the provincial election had been counted. On todays show: Listen to Vassy's exclusive interview with India’s High Commissioner to Canada, Sanjay Kumar Verma who denies involvement in Sikh leader's murder, claims 'no evidence presented'. Listen to Vassy's full conversation with High Commissioner for Canada in India, Cameron Mckay on India's reaction to the allegations made by the RCMP. The Daily Debrief Panel with Tom Mul...2024-10-221h 18

Ottawa Now with Kristy CameronVKS - October 7, 2024Listen to Vassy's full conversation with U.S. Ambassador to Canada David Cohen on if Israel is still interested in a ceasefire as the Israel-Hamas war reaches the one year mark. On todays show: Listen to Vassy's full conversation with Government House Leader Karina Gould on the potential of an early election. Gabrielle Sexton, Owner of The Petites Gamines Desert Shop joins Vassy to discuss how the Petites Gamines dessert shop received a letter from l'Office québécois de la langue française on Wednesday about a complaint that the café's social media posts are in English only. The Da...2024-10-071h 18

Ottawa Now with Kristy CameronVKS - October 2, 2024Listen to Vassy's full conversation with Israeli Ambassador Iddo Moed to discuss Iran's 'unfathomable' barrage of ballistic missiles and what Israel's response could be. On todays show: Tom Lawson, former Chief of the Defence Staff of the Canadian Armed Forces and previously Deputy Commander of the NORAD joins Vassy Kapelos to discuss what the risk of a conventional war between Iran and Israel is after yesterday's attack. Dr. Jean Seely, head of breast imaging at Ottawa Hospital. She is also the president of the Canadian Society of Breast Imaging joins Vassy Kapelos to answer this weeks ‘The Explainer’ question from Judy...2024-10-021h 18

Ottawa Now with Kristy CameronVKS - September 26, 2024Liberals have until Oct. 29 to meet Bloc’s demands House Leader Karina Gould joins Vassy Kapelos after the Liberal government survived a non-confidence vote sparked by the Conservatives. On todays show: Dennis Alpert, Political Strategist and former White House Senior Staffer under Al Gore joins Vassy Kapelos to discuss Kamala Harris's newly announced economic plan as well as looking ahead to what the U.S election may hold. CTV science and technology specialist Dan Riskin joins Vassy Kapelos for the weekly segment Talk Science to Me. The Daily Debrief Panel with Laura Stone, Marieke Walsh, and Mike Le Couteur. Listen to Va...2024-09-261h 18

Ottawa Now with Kristy CameronVKS - September 24, 2024Chris Ragan, an Associate Professor and the founding Director of McGill University’s Max Bell School of Public Policy joins Vassy Kapelos to discuss the carbon pricing policy and its impacts. On todays show: Vassy takes your calls and texts to hear if you'd like to have an early election. The Daily Debrief Panel with Shakir Chambers, Shachi Kurl, and Sabrina Grover. Listen to Vassy's full conversation with Bob Rae, Permanent Representative of Canada to the United Nations on Israel and Hezbollah's intense fighting in Lebanon and what Canada is doing to aid peace talks. Listen to Vassy's full conversation with...2024-09-241h 17

Ottawa Now with Kristy CameronVKS - September 19, 2024David Heurtel, Political Analyst and Former Quebec Liberal Cabinet Minister joins host Vassy Kapelos to discuss the implications of Transport Minister Pablo Rodriquez to sit as Independent MP while seeking Quebec Liberal leadership. On todays show: Listen to Vassy's full conversation with NDP House Leader Peter Julian, Deputy House Leader Mark Gerretsen, and Conservative House Leader Andrew Scheer on the possibility of a non-confidence vote leading to an election. Dan Riskin, CTV Science and Technology Specialist joins Vassy for his weekly segment 'Talk Science to Me'. The Daily Debrief Panel with Laura Stone, Marieke Walsh, and Hannah Thibedeau. Listen to Vass...2024-09-191h 18

Ottawa Now with Kristy CameronVKS - September 18, 2024Walkie-talkies explode in Lebanon day after deadly pager attack Thomas Juneau, Professor, Public and International Affairs, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Ottawa joins host Vassy Kapelos to discuss what these incidents mean and whether they are indicative of escalation in the conflict. On todays show: Listen to Vassy's full conversation with Soraya Martinez Ferrada, Minister of Tourism and Co-Chair of the party’s National Campaign Committee on the byelection loss in Montreal. Dr Mitch Schulman, Is an emergency medicine specialist at McGill University Health Center and the Bell Media medical consultant and joins host Vassy Kapelos to discuss the real...2024-09-1830 min

Ottawa Now with Kristy CameronVKS - September 17, 2024Bloc beats Trudeau Liberals in Montreal byelection. Tom Mulcair, CTV Political Analyst and Former NDP Leader joins host Vassy Kapelos to discuss the Liberals losing the Montreal byelection to the Bloc. On todays show: - Robert Kavcic, Senior Economist at the Bank of Montreal joins host Vassy Kapelos to discuss what effects the new changes to federal policy that aim to help younger buyers get into the housing market. - Robert Fife, The Globe and Mail's Ottawa Bureau Chief joins host Vassy Kapelos to discuss the Liberals loss in the by-election in Montreal, as well as Commissioner Marie-Josée Hogue co...2024-09-1730 min

Ottawa Now with Kristy CameronVKS - September 5, 2024Anne McGrath, Principal Secretary to Jagmeet Singh joins host Vassy Kapelos to discuss the reasoning behind the decision for the NDP to end it's governance deal with the Liberals. On todays show: Listen to Vassy's full conversation with Government House Leader Karina Gould on the NDP's decision to end the governance deal with the Liberals. Nik Nanos, Chief Data Scientist and Founder of Nanos Research joins host Vassy Kapelos to discuss the new Nanos polling that showed Canadians were slightly supportive of the governance agreement between the NDP and the Liberals. CTV science and technology specialist Dan Riskin joins Vassy Kape...2024-09-0630 min

Ottawa Now with Kristy CameronVKS - August 29, 2024Join us for a very special edition of The Vassy Kapelos Show where we debut a book club with local Ottawa author, Katie Tallo. On todays show: A special edition of The Daily Debrief Panel featuring Tim Powers, Laura D'Angelo, and George Soule. Dan Riskin, CTV Science and Technology Specialist joins Vassy for his weekly segment 'Talk Science To Me'. Vassy hosts the first edition of her book club with author of the novel 'Dark August' Katie Tallo. This features panelists from the CTV network such as Patricial Boal, Host of Ottawa At Work, Rosey Ehdah, Host of CTV Morning Live...2024-08-291h 18

Ottawa Now with Kristy CameronVKS - August 15, 2024Bill Curry, Deputy Bureau Chief with Globe and Mail joins host Vassy Kapelos to discuss Canada’s temporary foreign worker program. On todays show: Bruce Ralston, Minister of Forests for British Columbia joins host Vassy Kapelos to discuss how the U.S has nearly doubled the duty on Canadian softwood lumber. Dr. Isaac Bogoch, infectious diseases physician at the Toronto General Hospital joins Vassy Kapelos to discuss how the World Health Organization has declared the mpox outbreaks in Congo and elsewhere in Africa a global emergency. The Daily Debrief Panel with Robert Benzie, Laura Stone, and Paul Wells. Keir Giles, Rus...2024-08-201h 08

Ottawa Now with Kristy CameronVKS - June 25, 2024Graham Richardson is filling in for Vassy Kapelos this afternoon. And within a 24-hour period, Justin Trudeau’s worst fear has come true, as Pierre Poilievre’s Conservatives claimed a Liberal stronghold in Toronto. Has Monday’s byelection changed the entire landscape of Canada’s present-day government? Vassy Kapelos drops by to explain further in Hour 1. Later in the program, John Wright from Maru Public Opinion delivers his unique perspective on the situation, as he lived in that riding for over 41 years. Plus, the Edmonton Oilers emptied the tank against the Florida Panthers last night. Unfortunately, they ran out of gas just...2024-06-251h 18

The Paul Wells ShowWells on Trudeau with guest host Vassy KapelosThe tables are turned this week! Guest host Vassy Kapelos interviews Paul Wells about his new book on the Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau on the Ropes. In the book, Paul chronicles how Trudeau came to power, how he's held on for eight years, and how his approach to governing has changed over that time. Vassy Kapelos is the Chief Political Correspondent at CTV News and the host of CTV Question Period, Power Play and the Vassy Kapelos Show.2024-05-0833 min

Beyond a BallotBudget Breakdown with Vassy Kapelos I Ep. 23Amanda and Rachael sit down with CTV Chief Political Correspondent, Vassy Kapelos to break down what a federal budget is, the pomp and circumstance around it and what is in the 2024 budget. Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/beyondaballot/Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/beyondaballot/2024-04-1952 min

Nuanced.143. Vassy Kapelos: Challenging Politicians in CTV Power Play InterviewsCanadian journalist Vassy Kapelos joins Aaron Pete to discuss her path into journalism, passion for politics, the importance of balanced reporting, and her expertise in navigating challenging interviews with political figures.Vassy Kapelos, based in Ottawa, is currently hosting CTV's "Question Period," "Power Play," and the national radio program "The Vassy Kapelos Show" on iHeartRadio Canada. With a career highlighted by multiple awards including two Canadian Screen Awards, she has extensive experience in political coverage, having previously hosted CBC's "Power & Politics" and served as Global News’ Ottawa Bureau Chief.Send us a textSu...2024-01-3044 min

The Herle BurlyJournalist View from Ottawa with Campbell Clark, Vassy Kapelos, and Aaron WherryThe Herle Burly was created by Air Quotes Media with support from our presenting sponsor TELUS, as well as CN Rail.Alright, you Herle Burly-ites, I’m always chuffed when we’re able to put a journalist panel together. And goddammit, I feel just a huge amount of power putting questions to people who do it for a living! But let’s face it … they’re far better at it than me.Vassy Kapelos, Aaron Wherry and Campbell Clark are here today!Just a brief bio for each because you plugged-in Herle Burly...2024-01-191h 13

Beyond a BallotEp. 12 - Top Political Stories of the Year with Vassy KapelosSummaryIn this conversation, Amanda and Rachael are joined by Vassy Kapelos, CTV News's chief political correspondent, to reflect on the political year in Canada. They discuss Vassy's background and upbringing, her interest in politics, and the challenges of balancing work and personal life. They also explore the factors contributing to the shift in the political landscape in 2023 and the standing of major parties heading into 2024. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the possibility of a leadership race for the Liberal Party and potential contenders to watch. The conversation covers the top political figures to watch...2023-12-081h 01

Growing Up: BabyBehind The Lens with Vassy KapelosVassy Kapelos is a well known and respected Canadian journalist. While her on-air persona never wavered during her pregnancy, it was a different story behind the scenes. Vassy suffered from Hyperemesis, a debilitating and persistent disorder that gravely impacted her mental and physical well being. When her son was born, the symptoms disappeared — leading to her own feelings of rebirth. Please download, subscribe, follow and share. 2023-04-1924 min

Real Talk Ryan JespersenNovember 30, 2022 - Alberta Goes Nuclear: Vassy Kapelos and Graham Thomson; #MyJasper Memories| Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s Sovereignty Act is being described as “undemocratic,” “an overreach,” and “crazy”. Ryan tees up today’s interviews with a few key points. | She’ll kick off 2023 as the new host of CTV’s Power Play, Question Period, and an afternoon radio show. The talented Vassy Kapelos returns to her roots as an Alberta Legislative correspondent, and digs into Premier Smith’s Bill One and Jason Kenney’s legacy. | He’s been covering Alberta politics for decades. Columnist Graham Thomson takes us into the background, context, precedent, and likely outcomes of the Alberta Sovereignty with...2022-11-301h 16

The Honest TalkVassy KapelosVassy Kapelos is one of the most well-known figures in Canadian media and politics, and the latest guest on The Honest Talk. An award-winning journalist, she hosted Power and Politics on CBC for five years before recently announcing a move to CTV News. There, she will take on the role of Chief Political Correspondent and host not one, but two shows: Question Period and Power Play. On the heels of her biggest career move yet, Kapelos sat down with Jennifer Stewart and Catherine Clark for this episode of The Honest Talk. From her first job in Saskatchewan to her new...2022-11-1840 min

The Business CasualVassy Kapelos: Her Journey to Journalism SuccessHey Trailblazers!! I am so excited to be joined by top journalist Vassy Kapelos for this episode. Vassy is the host of Power & Politics, based in Ottawa, and has interviewed countless top world leaders including Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg. Along with reporting on breaking news across Canada, she has also covered stories and events around the world in places like Rio de Janeiro, Iraq, South Korea, and Japan. Throughout this episode, Vassy shares what drew her to journalism, advice for someone trying to break into the industry after school, navigating feelings of insecurity i...2022-08-1624 min

And Another Thing PodcastVassy Kapelos On 'Back to Normal', Parenthood and Media Trust Issues This week, Tony and Jodie visit with Vassy Kapelos. Vassy is a Canadian political journalist, currently the host of Power & Politics on CBC News Network. She formerly worked as the Ottawa bureau chief for Global News and the host of that network's Sunday morning political affairs show. Follow the show on Twitter: @AAThingPodcast Follow the show on Instagram: @andanotherthingpodcast Follow Jodie Jenkins on Twitter: @jodie_a_jenkins Follow Tony Clement on Twitter: @TonyclementCPC Find the show on the web: www.andanotherthingpodcast.ca Check out some of our sponsors! ...2022-03-1531 min

Two Babies and a BusinessA Journalist's Perspective - Vassy KapelosVassy has watched media changed - and is giving Christina and Peter an inside look at how her show pulls together the guest line-up every day. Power and Politics is a national news program in Canada and Vassy has transformed political reporting. She talks about her journalism history, her next chapter in life, and all the changes that have kept her on her toes the last year. Plus she gives excellent tips for those who have to do a TV interview from home via video call.2021-05-1832 min