Join 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Canada rescinded its proposed digital services tax targeting U.S. tech giants—clearing a path to restart negotiations. Despite this, Trade Minister Reynolds and Finance Minister Carney acknowledged that a tariff‑free deal is unlikely, signaling possible long-term sector-specific tariffs to be finalized by August 1

Trump in the Epstein Files

Recent revelations confirm Donald Trump’s name appears multiple times—nine times in the DOJ’s “phase one” release of Epstein documents. He was formally briefed in May by AG Pam Bondi. While his team filed a \$20 billion defamation lawsuit over a birthday card claim, no criminal evidence has emerged. Meanwhile, convicted trafficker Ghislaine Maxwell has testified to authorities about nearly 100 Epstein-connected figures in hopes of a pardon. The DOJ maintains there was no actionable “client list".

Mehdi Hasan’s Viral Jubilee ‘Surrounded’ Episode

On July 20, Mehdi Hasan faced off against 20 self-described far-right conservatives in a highly charged episode of Jubilee’s Surrounded. The debate included openly fascist participants and devolved into xenophobic epithets—including calls for Hasan’s deportation. The episode has sparked backlash and conversation about the limits of online political debate.

Winners & Losers of the Week

Our signature segment: we highlight the standout victories and setbacks in Canadian and international politics. Who came out stronger—and who's faltering?

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In 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 could reshape progressive politics in Canada.

Battle River–Crowfoot Byelection – We look at why this Alberta riding matters, who’s running, and what the outcome could signal for Conservative strategy heading into the next federal election.

Toronto Mayoral Race 2026 Preview – Who are the early frontrunners? How might urban issues like housing, transit, and policing shape the race for Canada’s largest city?

Bill C-5 and Its Controversial Provisions – We dive into the public backlash and parliamentary debate over Bill C-5. What is the government really proposing, and why are critics calling it a threat to Canadian civil liberties?

Whether you're a political junkie, a student of Canadian governance, or just trying to stay informed, this episode offers sharp analysis and essential context on the stories shaping our nation.

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We 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 Khanna

Noam's draft picks are: Alexandria Ocasio Cortez "AOC", Tim Walz, Jon Ossoff and Jon Stewart

No one wants Josh Shapiro

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