April 10, 2026
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#1345 Carney’s Majority of Convenience
Conservative MP Marilyn Gladu crosses the floor to the Liberal government.
Sam Konnert
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James Nicholson
Producer
Caleb Thompson
Audio Editor
max collins
Director of Audio
Jesse Brown
Host & Publisher

Known for her socially conservative views, Carney’s newest MP has some questioning just how big the Liberal tent has become.

 

Meanwhile, reports of Poilievre’s disgruntled caucus intensify. Is there more blood in the water? 

 

Host: Sam Konnert

Credits: James Nicholson (Producer), Kallan Lyons (Associate producer and Fact Checking), Caleb Thompson (Mixing and Mastering), max collins (Director of Audio), Jesse Brown (Editor)

Guest: Erika Barootes

Additional music by Audio Network

 

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