The Radical Centre Podcast
The Radical Centre is a thought-provoking political podcast hosted by Nokha Dakroub and Cody Vatcher. In each episode, they explore the complexities of contemporary politics in Canada and Ontario. With insightful discussions and engaging conversations, Nokha and Cody challenge conventional wisdom and advocate for pragmatic solutions to today’s pressing issues. Tune in for a fresh take on politics that emphasizes collaboration, understanding, and the power of the radical centre
Episodes

4 days ago
4 days ago
WE'RE BACK! This week, we're ripping into the biggest political headlines: Mark Carney's DST reversal, Travis Dhanraj's explosive CBC allegations (including claims about “a small circle of senior Ottawa-based journalists”), and the ongoing Conservative leadership drama with Pierre Poilievre and Doug Ford. Don't miss our deep dive!
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Sunday Jun 22, 2025
Sunday Jun 22, 2025
First, we'll break down the G7 Summit hosted in Kananaskis, Alberta, and the notable presence of Donald Trump. What were the key discussions, and how did the former US President's involvement shape the event?
Next, we'll turn our attention to Ontario Premier Doug Ford's passionate rants about bail reform.
Finally, we'll explore the hot topic of Bonnie Crombie's current role as leader of the Ontario Liberal Party and the speculation around her future. After the recent provincial election, where the Liberals gained official party status but Crombie herself didn't win a seat, what's next for the party and who might be eyeing her job?
Join us for a comprehensive look at these major Canadian political headlines!
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Sunday Jun 08, 2025
Sunday Jun 08, 2025
A potential Trump and Carney trade deal could have massive implications. Is it a real possibility? Meanwhile, the NDP's recent actions have everyone asking: are we gearing up for another election, or is this just political posturing? We also look at the current pressures on Pierre Poilievre and why he might be in trouble. Plus, Doug Ford adds his voice to the heated debate over the John A. Macdonald statue and the renaming of public schools.
Tune in for a deep dive into the week's most pressing political stories.
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#cdnpoli #Trump #DougFord #NDP #PierrePoilievre #Politics #Podcast

Sunday Jun 01, 2025
Sunday Jun 01, 2025
Prepare for a podcast episode that rips through the headlines and dives deep into the political earthquake rumbling through Canada!
In this episode, we dissect the declaration from Donald Trump wanting Canada to join his audacious "Golden Dome." What does this mean for Canada? The King of Canada (yes, you read that right) delivers the highly anticipated Throne Speech at the opening of Parliament. And just when you thought things couldn't get more charged, Doug Ford says that after a 16-year freeze, Ontario MPPs are getting a pay raise. Is this a long-overdue correction or a tone-deaf move in challenging times?
Tune in as we unpack the power plays, the political theatre, and the profound implications of these groundbreaking events. This isn't just news; it's the future of Canada unfolding before our eyes. Don't miss out – because everyone will be talking about this!
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#canadianpolitics #markcarney #liberalparty #canpoli #ontariopolitics #donaldtrump #ndp #pierrepoilievre #jagmeetsingh

Friday May 16, 2025
Friday May 16, 2025
On this episode of TRC, we talk about Mark Carney’s newish cabinet, middle class tax cut, Doug Fords new budget, and whether or not Bonnie Crombie should be worried about Nate Erskine-Smith

Sunday May 11, 2025
Sunday May 11, 2025
While things seem to be winding down after back-to-back elections, Mark Carney Goes to Washington to meet President Trump, Doug Ford wants to build a tunnel under the 401 and much more on this episode!

Sunday May 04, 2025
Sunday May 04, 2025
The election is finally over. Mark Carney wins a minority Government. Pierre Poilievre dint just lose the election, he lost his own seat. In this episode, we talk about the outcome of the election, the future, and whether or not Donald Trump had an impact on this election.
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Friday Apr 18, 2025
Friday Apr 18, 2025
We’re fresh off the Leaders debates and this week, Jake Landau and Ian Connerty join us to discuss what went well, what went poorly, and more.

Sunday Apr 13, 2025
Sunday Apr 13, 2025
We are at the midway point of this campaign and we are joined by Ian Connerty once again to talk about the Conservatives struggling, NDP in free fall, Carney debate expectations and much more.

Saturday Mar 29, 2025
Saturday Mar 29, 2025
The election is in full swing. We are inviting all parties to come on the podcast and our first guest is the Co-leader of the Green Party of Canada, Jonathan Pedneault. He explains what a “co-leader” is, why his party is different for the others, their plan for a $40,000 Tax-Free Income Threshold, debates, and so much more.
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