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Tired of the political spin? Hosts Cody Vatcher and Ian Connerty take you Behind The Headlines to dissect the biggest political news of the week. Get the commentary and fearless analysis you need on the power plays that are really shaping the country. 

  1. 1D AGO

    Trump Corners China as Globalist Trade Rules Collapse

    The mainstream media is lying to you about Donald Trump's trip to Beijing. They claim it was a weak photo-op—but the raw data reveals an absolute masterstroke. In this episode of Behind the Headlines, we expose how Trump just bypassed the globalist World Trade Organization (WTO) to build a parallel bilateral trade system, using massive economic leverage like a trillion-dollar aerospace deal to force Beijing to play by his rules. Meanwhile, the globalist managers are panicking. While Trump secures real stability, Mark Carney hosted a secret "Anti-Trump" summit with Barack Obama in Toronto to protect their crumbling establishment. We expose the stunning hypocrisy of the Canadian political class: Carney remains silent on secret Chinese police stations in our communities, while actively threatening the USMCA by welcoming Chinese "spy cars" into Canada. With 75% of our trade and 2 million Canadian jobs on the line, is Carney sacrificing our entire economic future just to spite Trump? We're breaking down the facts the press gallery refuses to touch. Let's go behind the headlines. SUPPORT THE SHOW & STAY CONNECTED: 📺 Watch the Video Version: Subscribe on YouTube for our exclusive visual breakdowns, full trade data charts, and thumbnail updates: [Insert YouTube Channel Link]⭐ Rate & Review: If you're listening on Apple Podcasts, leave us a 5-star rating and a review—it’s the single best way to help us break through the corporate media algorithms.Chapters: 0:00 - The Mainstream Media is Lying to You 1:04 - Trump's Alpha Move in Beijing 5:23 - How Trump Just Bypassed the WTO 6:38 -  Carney & Obama’s Secret Toronto Summit 8:55 - Carney’s Reaction to Trump’s China Trip 12:29 - Final Take: The Yin and Yang of Global Trade

    14 min

  2. MAY 11

    Trump’s U.S. Trade Rep Rips Carney’s USMCA Sabotage: “No Grown-Ups Left”

    The "No Grown-Ups" Era: Is Canada Being Iced Out of the USMCA? Tonight, we reveal the "receipts" on the escalating trade war between the Trump administration and the Liberal establishment. While Mark Carney meetings with high-profile political figures in Europe and the U.S., the real work of protecting Canadian interests is being left in the dust. The result? A $15-billion Honda EV plant on ice and a U.S. Trade Representative claiming there isn't a "grown-up in the room" in Ottawa. In this episode, we break down: The Kill Switch: How Article 34.6 and Article 23.6 give Trump the legal pretext to walk away from Canada in 6 months.The Personal Vendetta: Why Carney’s recent diplomatic choices have turned a trade negotiation into a personal battle with the White House.The Blueprint for Survival: Pierre Poilievre’s strategy to realign Canada with U.S. National Security interests to save the auto and energy sectors.Behind the Headlines provides the raw data and the legal context the mainstream media won't touch. Follow the show for deep-dives into the stories that matter to Ontario’s workers and the Canadian economy.

    16 min

  3. MAY 4

    Trump Finishes NATO: U.S. Rips Canada as National Security Ris

    Trump has officially set the timeline for the end of NATO, and as the U.S. begins labeling Canada a National Security Risk, the "Old World Order" is in a tailspin. In Episode 27 of Behind the Headlines Canada, Cody and Ian break down the seismic shift in global power following King Charles’s visit to Washington. While the mainstream media focuses on protocol, we’re following the money and the military movements that signal the end of an 80-year era. Inside this episode: The NATO Exit: Why President Trump is withdrawing 5,000 troops from Germany and why Italy and Spain are next on the list.The $3 Trillion Question: Analyzing the historical cost of European defense and why the "free ride" is officially over.Canada’s Security Breach: We expose the IRGC-linked official granted entry into Canada while our allies raise their threat levels to SEVERE. If you found this analysis valuable, please leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts. It is the single best way to help the show climb the charts and reach new listeners.

    14 min

  4. APR 20

    TRUMP BREAKS NATO: The PM’s "No Deal" Gamble & Canada’s Trade War

    President Trump’s "We Will Remember" doctrine is no longer just a warning—it’s a global paradigm shift. NATO is scrambling, and the U.S. Ambassador has officially confirmed what we’ve been warning you about for weeks: Ottawa is intentionally blowing up our most vital trade negotiations. In Episode 25, we go behind the headlines of the Prime Minister’s shocking address from this week and break down why the government is pushing a "no deal" narrative regarding the USMCA. From Mark Carney’s dangerous pivot away from our closest ally to liberal pundits claiming we are now "at war" with the U.S., we separate the political fear-mongering from the economic reality. In this episode, we cover: The NATO Audit: Why the alliance is finally caving to Trump’s demands.The PM’s Pivot: Decoding the shocking video that signals a radical shift in foreign policy.Trade Sabotage: We analyze the exclusive interview with the U.S. Ambassador—and why Ottawa is being called out for "blowing up" negotiations.The "At War" Narrative: Why some pundits are pushing for a "wartime cabinet" and what that actually means for your wallet.The Reality Check: Why the rhetoric in Montreal doesn't match the economic reality on the border. Are we witnessing genuine economic suicide, or just a reckless gamble with our national security? Let us know your take. Support the show: Subscribe and leave us a review to help us hit our next milestone!

    16 min

  5. APR 13

    Trump’s NATO Ultimatum & Another Poilievre MP crosses the floor to Carney's Liberals

    Trump's Final Warning: "You're On Your Own." Is the Canada-U.S. alliance at a breaking point? This week, we go behind the headlines of Trump’s 2% NATO ultimatum and the historic closure of the Montana-Alberta border crossing. As sleeper cell reports are confirmed, Pierre Poilievre faces a "short circuit" in his own caucus with Marilyn Gladu becoming the fourth MP to defect. In this episode: The Loyalty Audit: Why the Strait of Hormuz is the new line in the sand for Trump.National Security: The truth about the Alberta border closure and active sleeper cells.The Conservative Fracture: Why 20+ MPs are reportedly unhappy with Poilievre’s leadership.The Diefenbaker Warning: Is history repeating itself for the CPC?📌 Connect With Us Search “Behind the Headlines Canada” on every platform: YouTube: Behind the Headlines CanadaInstagram: @BehindTheHeadlinesCanadaTikTok: @BehindTheHeadlinesCanada

    16 min

  6. APR 7

    TRUMP SHUTS BORDER: 1,000 Sleeper Agents in Canada & The End of the Open Border

    The U.S.-Canada relationship has reached a historic breaking point. In this emergency episode of Behind the Headlines, Cody and Ian break down the shocking White House directive that has padlocked an 80-year-old border road and put Canadian national security in the global spotlight. We analyze the intelligence reports alleging 1,000 Iranian sleeper agents are active in Canada and ask why Ottawa was caught off guard. Plus, we look at the stinging criticism from American media outlets regarding the "collapse" of the Canadian economy, and analyze Pierre Poilievre’s viral appearance on The Diary of a CEO. Is he successfully pivoting from opposition leader to global statesman? Finally, we dive into Poilievre’s concrete plan to slash gas taxes and bring immediate relief to Canadian families. Inside this episode:  0:00 The Shocking Closure: Why Trump Shut the Border  1:50 1,000 Agents? The Intelligence Report Ottawa Ignored  4:50 U.S. Media Mocks the "Collapse" of the Canadian Economy  8:50 Poilievre on "Diary of a CEO": A Statesman in the Making?  11:54 The Plan to Slash Gas Prices (Today vs. 2022)  15:00 What Happens Next? Our Final Analysis 📌 Connect With Us Search “Behind the Headlines Canada” on every platform to stay updated: 📺 YouTube: Behind the Headlines Canada 📸 Instagram: @BehindTheHeadlinesCanada 🎵 TikTok:@BehindTheHeadlinesCanada 🎧 Apple Podcasts: Behind the Headlines Canada #CanadaPolitics #Trump2026 #PierrePoilievre #BorderSecurity #BehindTheHeadlines

    16 min

  7. MAR 30

    Trump’s Final Warning: USMCA, China’s “Backdoor,” and the 700 IRGC Suspects

    Behind the Headlines: Episode 22 Is Canada’s security—and its economy—slipping through our fingers? This week, Cody and Ian break down the intensifying pressure from south of the border as President Trump issues a "Final Warning" to the Carney Government. With the USMCA renegotiation on the horizon, we explore the shocking "China Backdoor" investigation and the Michael Ma "hearsay" scandal that has Washington on high alert. Plus, we look at the terrifying reality of 700 IRGC suspects exposed by Melissa Lantsman. Inside this episode: The USMCA Ultimatum: Why 100% tariffs are back on the table.The "Hearsay" Scandal: Michael Ma’s defense of CCP slave labor.Security Vacuum: The 700 IRGC suspects the government won't track.The "Paper Tiger" Label: Is Canada losing its backbone on the world stage?Connect With the ShowSearch “Behind the Headlines Canada” on every platform to join the conversation: YouTube: Behind the Headlines CanadaInstagram: @BehindTheHeadlinesCanadaTikTok: @BehindTheHeadlinesCanadaSupport the Show: Hit "Follow" on Apple Podcasts and leave a 5-star review to help us reach more Canadians.

    13 min

  8. MAR 23

    Mark Carney’s First Year: 84,000 Jobs Lost & The Poilievre-Rogan Shift

    The podcast delves into the first year of Mark Carney's tenure as Prime Minister, highlighting his performance, broken promises, and trade negotiations. It also explores Pierre Poilievre's interview on the Joe Rogan experience and its impact on young voters and the media landscape. Takeaways Mark Carney's first year as Prime Minister has been marked by elite backroom deals, global optics focus, and a significant deficit.The impact of Pierre Poilievre's new ideas tour and his interview on the Joe Rogan experience has caused a stir in the media and political landscape.

    16 min
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Tired of the political spin? Hosts Cody Vatcher and Ian Connerty take you Behind The Headlines to dissect the biggest political news of the week. Get the commentary and fearless analysis you need on the power plays that are really shaping the country. 

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  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
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