Category: Political Traction – Page 21 – Navigator

Blockade

Posted on February 21, 2020August 12, 2020 by

This week, on the “Blockade” edition of Political Traction, our host Amanda Galbraith sits down with Karen Restoule, the co-founder of Bold Realities and a member of the Dokis First Nation. The two discuss the ongoing protests over a proposed pipeline in the Wet’suwet’en territory, the history of Indigenous entrepreneurship, and the challenges of talking frankly about these issues. Plus: Jojo Rabbit, and the drama of the Democratic debate.

Life of Brian

Posted on February 14, 2020August 12, 2020 by

This week on the “Life of Brian” edition of Political Traction, host Amanda Galbraith sits down with former New Brunswick Premier and Navigator’s newest colleague Brian Gallant. The two will unpack his impressive career in politics, which include balancing the budget and improving education, and discuss what he’s been up to since leaving office in 2018. Then, the two will go head-to-head in our rapid fire round, with off-the-cuff thoughts on Pete Buttigieg, tennis and seafood.

Litmus Test

Posted on February 7, 2020August 12, 2020 by

This week on the “Litmus Test” edition of Political Traction, host Amanda Galbraith sits down with Conaptus Principal Jamie Ellerton to unpack the LGBTQ voice in Conservative politics, and what it means in the upcoming leadership race. Then, the two will go head-to-head with off-the-cuff thoughts on the Iowa caucuses, trans-mountain decision and the State of the Union speech.

Outbreak

Posted on January 31, 2020August 12, 2020 by

This week on the “Outbreak” edition of Political Traction, host Amanda Galbraith sits down with Tony Clement, former provincial and federal health minister and the current co-host of the podcast “And Another Thing.” The two will unpack what it’s like to be in the decision-making seat when health crises occur, and Tony will share his insights from his time in provincial politics during the 2003 SARS outbreak. Then, the two will go head-to-head in our rapid fire round, with off-the-cuff thoughts on the Superbowl, the CPC leadership, Muskoka and our favorite Kobe moments.

The One That Got Away

Posted on January 24, 2020August 12, 2020 by

This week on “The One that Got Away” edition of Political Traction, host Amanda Galbraith is joined by her colleague and fellow Navigator Principal Philippe Gervais to unpack Jean Charest’s short lived bid for Conservative Party Leader, and what it means that Quebec currently has no horse in the race. Then, the two will go head-to-head with off-the-cuff thoughts on the impeachment hearings, the Wuhan virus and leadership candidate Richard Décarie.