Best Matt Gurney Podcasts (2025)

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The woke right will have its revenge 1:06:23

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In this week's episode of The Line Podcast, recorded on Sept. 19, 2025, Matt Gurney and Jen Gerson open with Canadian federal politics. Mark Carney is clearly cleaning house. We talk about why Chrystia Freeland may actually be entering her best years as a political force, share a laugh about our backstory with Canada’s new ambassador to the UN, and…

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Carney, Poilievre and the problems they face 58:03

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This week on On the Line, Matt is joined by two familiar voices. First up, P.J. Fournier from 338Canada.com and 338Canada.ca drops in with a quick update. He’s been tracking the polls as Parliament gets back to work, and his verdict is that not much has shifted since the election. Still, he lays out the opportunities and headaches facing Mark Carne…

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Kirk, Canada, and how we get to dark places 1:13:33

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In this episode of The Line Podcast, recorded on Sept. 12th, 2025, Rob Breakenridge joins Matt from Calgary, filling in for Jen Gerson, who is on assignment out of town. The two men acknowledge — but deliberately steer away from — the emerging details of the rapidly unfolding Charlie Kirk assassination investigation. Instead, they focus on the bigg…

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Carney rolls out bucks, Poilievre walks a fine line on immigration 38:33

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In this week’s episode of On The Line, Matt Gurney is joined by Stephanie Levitz from Ottawa. Steph is a senior reporter in the Globe and Mail's Ottawa bureau. They break down the wave of Liberal announcements last week — and why the government will struggle mightily to turn promises into reality. This episode of On The Line is brought to you by Un…

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Police to public — give up and pray 1:19:19

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In this episode of The Line Podcast, recorded on Sept. 5, 2025, Matt Gurney and Jen Gerson talk about the sudden flurry of announcements from Prime Minister Mark Carney. Matt wonders if any of these promises will actually lead to results, while Jen says her 100-day countdown for Carney begins now. Matt also points out an amusing way the current PM …

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Forever Canadian? 1:11:15

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In this episode of On The Line, Jen Gerson sits down with former Alberta deputy Premier Thomas Lukaszuk, who is the lead of Forever Canadian — Keep Alberta in Canada - a petition to force the question of separation to the table before the separatists have a chance to take a crack at it. Lukaszuk speaks about his time in office, his goals with the p…

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Can Canada adapt as the U.S. goes to the dark place? 1:10:26

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In this episode of The Line Podcast, recorded on Aug. 25, 2025, the hosts start with the return of politics. Carney is striking the right tone, with a new major projects office and a European trip under his belt, but whether the country actually gets its act together is still an open question. Jen explains why she always hated Trudeau’s “business c…

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Politics returns! And! What you can do to defend yourself 1:22:51

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This week on On The Line, Matt Gurney is joined by two guests for two very different conversations. First up is Christopher Nardi, a parliamentary reporter at the National Post’s Ottawa bureau, and an old friend of Matt’s. They talk about the end of the summer — yes, sadly it’s true — and what we’ve seen so far from the Carney government. Chris off…

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Canada retreats from Trump, again 1:19:17

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In this episode of The Line Podcast, recorded on Aug. 22, 2025, Matt Gurney and Jen Gerson have lots to talk about. And carefully avoid confessing to any crimes. The show opens with breaking news: Canada is dropping many — though not all — of its retaliatory tariffs against the United States. Matt and Jen agree the economic impact is limited, but t…

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Nick Berry: The Five Stages of the Business Owner's Journey to Scale Your Business 33:41

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Full Episode Page: Nick Berry: The Five Stages of the Business Owner's Journey to Scale Your Business A solo masterclass from Nick on the Five Stages of the Business Owner’s Journey. He shows how to turn chaos into a focused business growth roadmap, build a sales engine and lead generation system for predictable revenue, and evolve from producer to…

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The Ghosts in the Machine - on the spooky side of AI 1:04:30

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In this conversation, Jen Gerson and Karen Valis delve into the multifaceted world of artificial intelligence (AI), exploring its implications on human cognition, creativity, and mental health. They discuss the evolving role of AI engineers, the limitations and capabilities of AI, and the ethical considerations surrounding its use. The dialogue hig…

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TIFF, antisemitism, and how our institutions destroyed themselves 1:35:18

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This episode of The Line Podcast was recorded Friday, August 15th, with Matt Gurney and Jen Gerson — newly back from her vacation. We start off with a look at how the Toronto International Film Festival has managed to completely beclown itself in an utterly avoidable controversy over the airing of a film depicting one family's nightmarish experienc…

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Tinderbox in Nova Scotia ... and in your brain 1:20:38

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This episode of On The Line with host Matt Gurney has two conversations worth your time. First up, Matt speaks with Denys Prevost, a retired firefighter with nearly 40 years of service in Ontario and Nova Scotia. Denys walks us through what’s been happening in Nova Scotia’s forests, how and why these fires can spread so quickly, and — most importan…

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Can Canada save itself before the kids snap? 1:16:17

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With Jen off this week, Matt is joined by Line contributor, author and McGill professor Andrew Potter for a talk about the state of our politics — and the unsettling sense that few people ate taking things seriously. This episode of The Line Podcast is brought to you by Unsmoke Canada. Canada can be a global leader in reducing the harm caused by sm…

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Avi Loeb: "One reason I'm seeking a higher intelligence in interstellar space is because I don't often find it in academia." 59:50

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In this episode of On The Line join Jen Gerson as she delves into a fascinating conversation with Professor Avi Loeb, a renowned astrophysicist, about the mysteries of interstellar objects and the possibility of extraterrestrial intelligence. This episode of On The Line is brought to you by Airbnb. It’s no secret that Canada is in a housing crisis.…

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Trade war! Gaza war! Intergalactic war? 1:13:57

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In this episode of The Line Podcast, recorded on Aug. 1, 2025, your hosts talk about various conflicts. And celebrities ... and aliens. First, we kick things off with the latest on the trade war front. Friday was the deadline for a deal, and ... there is no deal. Matt shares why his patience with the prime minister is running thin. The conversation…

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Caitlin Johnson: Gamification Strategies for Business Leaders 54:16

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Full Episode Page: Caitlin Johnson: Gamification Strategies for Business Leaders Caitlin Johnson is a Master Certified Performance Coach and gamification specialist. Nick Berry explores how Caitlin uses gamification in business to turn disengaged employees into high‑performing, purpose‑driven teams. From 90‑day “quests” to streaks and mulligans, Ca…

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Assessing three months of Carney 1:10:02

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In this episode of On The Line, Matt Gurney speaks with two sharp political observers to take stock of where things stand across Canada — and how some leaders are adapting to the post-election landscape. This episode of On The Line is brought to you by Airbnb. If you’ve been following the pod the last few weeks, you’re familiar by now with the fact…

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Alberta, a pretty typical province. And don't fish near Trump's America 1:10:04

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In this episode of The Line Podcast, recorded on July 25, 2025, your hosts are back with three hot topics segments — and a healthy dose of concern. Jen is increasingly worried Alberta is heading toward banana republic territory. There’s a lot of money flowing through the province right now, and much of it is funding fringe causes. One local reporte…

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Seth Donlin: How Storytelling Builds a Powerful Personal Brand 49:52

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Full Episode Page: Seth Donlin: How Storytelling Builds a Powerful Personal Brand Seth Donlin is a marketing and communications coach and founder of Seth Donlin Coaching. Personal branding is more than a logo; it is the story that convinces ideal clients you are their answer. In this fast‑moving conversation, host Nick Berry and Seth Donlin unpack …

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The Great Book Revival 1:04:48

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For OTL this week, we have Brandon Forsyth, a book buyer at Indigo. This episode of On The Line is brought to you by Airbnb. It’s no secret that Canada is in a housing crisis. Some think that short-term rentals such as Airbnbs are the problem. But the closer you look, the clearer it gets. Attempts to lower rents by regulating short-term rentals hav…

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Late-night is dying. The CBC might be, too. 1:25:17

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In this episode of The Line Podcast, recorded July 18, 2025, your hosts tackle three big themes across Canada, the U.S., and the media world. First up, Matt and Jen talk sovereignty — and why every time Canada tries to build domestic industrial capacity (in defence, tech, food, etc.), it seems to end in scandal or failure. Or even just massively in…

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Abby Donnelly: Business Succession Planning, Leadership Transitions, and Life After Exit 46:54

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Full Episode Page: Abby Donnelly: Business Succession Planning, Leadership Transitions, and Life After Exit Nick Berry sits down with Abby Donnelly to reveal why true business succession planning starts long before a term sheet appears. They explore values-based selling, internal versus external successors, the messy emotions behind ownership trans…

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We need wartime effort, for war ... and for housing 1:21:45

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In this episode of On The Line, two big conversations on two critical topics: housing and national security. First up: Mike Moffatt. Mike is one of Canada’s leading housing experts. He’s a professor at Western University’s Ivey Business School, senior director at the Smart Prosperity Institute, and host of the Missing Middle podcast. Matt talks to …

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Partisans, pancakes and pathos 1:12:56

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In this episode of The Line Podcast, recorded on July 11, 2025, your hosts are back together! Matt returns from Europe and Jen gets him caught up. First up: a full debrief on this year’s Calgary Stampede. Matt wants to talk breakfast, but Jen wants to talk vibes — and this year, the CPC was a much quieter, more cautious presence than last. Poilievr…

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A cover up in Nova Scotia? 1:14:21

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This episode of On The Line is brought to you by Airbnb. Everyone agrees that Canada needs to take real action to tackle the housing crisis, but only a few people argue that short-term rentals like Airbnb are part of that solution. Countless experts have argued that short term rental regulation is nothing more than a distraction, with the Harvard B…

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David McCombie: How to Sell Your Business - What Private Equity Knows That You Don’t 41:59

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Full Episode Page: David McCombie: How to Sell Your Business - What Private Equity Knows That You Don’t Episode Summary Host Nick Berry sits down with David McCombie to reveal what really separates regret-free exits from cautionary tales. David is the author of Selling Your Business with Confidence: A Practical Playbook for Mid-Market Owners, and i…

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The Line answers your (non-gross) questions 1:36:11

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In this episode of The Line Podcast, recorded very early on June 19, your hosts are making the best of a classic summer situation: we're both gone. Jen is off-grid somewhere. Matt is unplugging on another continent. But we didn’t want to leave you hanging — so we figured we’d get ahead of it. How do we do that when we can’t talk about the news of t…

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Don’t Be Canada, and Don’t Ignore the Métis 1:31:34

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This episode of On The Line was recorded in advance, as Matt Gurney is away on summer vacation. But we didn’t want to leave you hanging — so we’ve got two long-form conversations this week that are well worth your time. This episode is also brought to you by the Métis Nation of Ontario. For generations, Métis communities in Ontario helped build Can…

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Carney, Trump, WMDs and normal socks 1:36:48

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In this episode of The Line Podcast, recorded on time on June 20, 2025 — so don't blame us for any catastrophes — Jen Gerson returns from covering the G7 and offers a rare dose of optimism: she’s impressed by Prime Minister Mark Carney. Matt Gurney remains skeptical but gives credit where it's due — Carney has handled everything so far with a stead…

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Tara Landes: Letting Go of Leadership for Your Small Business to Run Without You 34:54

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Full Episode Page: Tara Landes: Letting Go of Leadership for Your Small Business to Run Without You Host Nick Berry sits down with Tara Landes to reveal how owners can step back without chaos, why managerial accounting is the hidden growth engine, and the systems thinking that keeps seven-figure firms humming. Tara’s 25-year track record and 300-pl…

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Where is Naheed Nenshi? 1:11:08

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In the latest episode of On The Line, Jen Gerson is joined by Dave Cournoyer — Alberta politics watcher, writer at daveberta.ca, and longtime chronicler of this province’s wilder turns — for a conversation that cuts through the noise and gets to the big question: what is actually going on in Alberta right now? This episode is brought to you by the …

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"Sure, we'll record a day early, what can happen?" 1:41:28

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In the latest episode of The Line Podcast, recorded (at great risk) a day early on June 12, 2025, Matt and Jen admit they tempted fate. They had to record on Thursday evening due to travel — and even predicted that a war in the Middle East would probably break out while they were offline. So ... yeah. That happened. And no, they don’t talk about it…

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Bridget Hom: Unlocking Business Growth with Mindset and Alignment 27:08

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Full Episode Page: Bridget Hom: Unlocking Business Growth with Mindset and Alignment Host Nick Berry digs into how Bridget Hom turned a side hustle into six-figure success and now helps leaders master mindset, emotional intelligence, and alignment for rapid business growth. She breaks down hiring and firing your “mental team,” setting success crite…

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Carney's military pledge — what it buys, and what it costs 59:44

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In this episode of On The Line, Matt Gurney speaks with Christian Leuprecht — professor at the Royal Military College and Queen’s University, editor of the Canadian Military Journal, senior fellow at the Macdonald-Laurier Institute, and visiting fellow at the Wilfried Martens Centre for European Studies in Brussels. His forthcoming book is The Mili…

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Carney hearts India. Musk and Trump break up 1:43:33

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In the latest episode of The Line Podcast, recorded on June 6, 2025, Matt and Jen open with a wide-ranging look at U.S.–Canada relations — and the increasingly difficult balancing act both countries are trying to manage. The Americans need to show they’re getting wins. Canada needs to show it’s not caving. That creates a dangerous mismatch in incen…

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Lindsey Anderson: How Social Media Can Actually Drive Revenue 38:26

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Full Episode Page: Lindsey Anderson — How Social Media Can Actually Drive Revenue Lindsey Anderson is a social media sales expert and CEO of Build & Monetize Agency. Host Nick Berry unpacks Lindsey’s four-part Social Media Sales Machine: create targeted content, spend 30 daily minutes in meaningful engagement, give followers a crystal-clear next st…

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Will King Charles III's trip to Canada work to stop Donald Trump? 1:15:30

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In this engaging conversation, Jen Gerson and royal watcher Patricia Treble, author of WRITE ROYALTY on Substack, discuss the recent visit of King Charles III to Canada, focusing on the significance of his throne speech and its geopolitical implications. They explore the role of the monarchy in Canadian sovereignty, the authority of King Charles in…

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How fast does Carney dare go? 1:54:54

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In the latest episode of The Line Podcast, recorded on May 30, 2025, Matt and Jen assess the early days of Prime Minister Mark Carney’s government — and wonder if things are moving fast enough. Parliament is back, the procedural stuff is over, and it’s go-time in Ottawa. Matt asks whether Carney is pushing hard enough out of the gate — how fast can…

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Joe Daniels: Using the Point of View Canvas for Business Positioning 52:18

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Full Episode Page: Joe Daniels: Using the Point of View Canvas for Business Positioning Joe flips the script by workshopping Nick Berry’s own coaching practice live. Using his four-pillar Point of View Canvas, he reveals why clarity outranks hustle, how a sharper stance attracts ideal clients and where most service founders misread the growth game.…

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Charles visits Asshole Canada. And two different ways we can be more secure 1:26:51

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This week on On The Line, we’ve got a packed episode with three sharp conversations on three very different fronts — monarchy, cybersecurity, and continental defence. This episode of On The Line is brought to you by Innovative Medicines Canada. With a new government in place, one thing remains clear: Canada must continue to prioritize patients and …

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Cops won't cop, courts won't court, politicians won't lead 1:30:42

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In the latest episode of The Line Podcast, recorded on May 23, 2025, Matt and Jen check in on the early turbulence of the Carney era. First up: the new cabinet. There’s a new energy minister visiting Calgary, staffing delays across the board, and yes — god help us — Marco Mendicino is still around. That’s bad news for almost everyone, but possibly …

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Arielle Lechner: Executive Coaching, Identity Shifts, and the Quest for Success 50:29

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Full Episode Page: Arielle Lechner: Executive Coaching, Identity Shifts, and the Quest for Success Is success a straight line or a winding quest? Host Nick Berry invites Arielle Lechner to map the inner terrain that shapes every outward result. They explore why founders who outgrow the hustle path lean on executive coaching to translate failure int…

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Is the Pope Woke? Views from the front lines of the latest papal conclave 1:26:09

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In this episode of On The Line, The Line's Jen Gerson interviews David Perlich, a CBC producer and Vatican analyst, about his experiences covering papal conclaves. They discuss the intricacies of the conclave process, the role of Cardinals, and the dynamics of voting for a new pope. Perlich shares insights from his time in Rome, the historical sign…

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Carney's looking a lot like Justin, after all 1:22:49

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In the latest episode of The Line Podcast, recorded on May 16, 2025, Matt opens with what he claims is a harmless anthropological observation about Alberta. Jen hadn’t noticed it before — but to her surprise, she agrees. And no, it shouldn’t piss anyone off. (Probably.) From there, they move on to the first days of Mark Carney’s duly elected govern…

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Daniel Wakefield: The Accelerate Equation for Creative Entrepreneurs 42:25

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Full Episode Page: Daniel Wakefield: The Accelerate Equation for Creative Entrepreneurs From a sixty‑dollar first month to a six‑figure creative business inside a year, Daniel unpacks the frameworks that fueled his meteoric rise. Host Nick Berry digs into the Accelerate Equation, the Hype Tornado, and the mindset shifts that turn followers into sup…

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If Trump can get out of his own way, it's bad news for Canada 1:14:12

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In the latest episode of On The Line, Matt Gurney dives into the geopolitics of trade and the early days of a new Canadian government. First up, Ian Lee from the Sprott School of Business at Carleton University joins Matt to talk about the so-called “deal” recently announced between the United States and China. Ian isn’t here to defend Donald Trump…

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What Liberals can get away with 1:45:07

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In the latest episode of The Line Podcast, recorded on May 9, 2025, Matt and Jen round up the week in Canadian politics — and things are getting weird again. They start with Pierre Poilievre’s decision to run in an extremely safe riding and tap Andrew Scheer as the party’s interim House leader. Matt says both choices radiate loser energy. But he al…

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Austin Peterson: How to Build a Transferable Business That Runs Without You 46:52

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Full Episode Page: How to Build a Transferable Business That Runs Without You Austin Peterson is a Comprehensive Financial Planner and Co-Founder of Backbone Planning Partners. In this episode, he shows owners how to build a truly transferable business that can outlive you, fund your lifestyle, and still fetch a premium price when you’re ready to s…

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Gaza and Israel brace for another round of conflict 1:29:08

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In this episode of On The Line, Israeli ambassador to Canada Iddo Moed sits with Jen Gerson to discuss the evolving situation in Gaza, the ongoing hostage crisis, and Israel's strategic objectives in the region. This episode of On The Line is brought to you by Innovative Medicines Canada. With a new government in place, one thing remains clear: Can…