Progress Canada

Created and hosted by Theresa Lubowitz

The Progress Canada Podcast explores the political, social, and policy transformations shaping the future of our country. Each episode brings thought-provoking discussions with policymakers, activists, and experts who are driving change across Canada. We explore what’s working, what’s not, and what needs to be done next to deliver progressive change that builds a more inclusive, sustainable, and equitable future for us all.

  1. MAY 3

    Defending Journalism and Human Rights

    On World Press Freedom Day, we're joined by Rachel Pulfer, President of Journalists for Human Rights (JHR), to discuss the escalating global campaign to silence the truth.Pulfer breaks down the actors and tools working to undermine the fourth estate and offers a roadmap for how the public can defend the freedom of the press and hold the powerful to account.Episode Chapters:0:00 - Introduction0:30 - Journalists for Human Rights3:00 - Rachel's path to journalism5:45 - The "fake news" narrative8:00 - Lessons from Hungary12:15 - The impact of disinformation and AI16:00 - Harassment of journalists online20:14 - The rise of "lawfare" and attempts to bankrupt newsrooms24:10 - Canada's Strong and Free Elections Act26:20 - Training journalists to work safely30:15 - Supporting journalists working in exile37:30 - Reporting on the rights of women and children40:00 - Life and death consequences facing journalists44:15 - How we contribute to the slide into post-truth48:30 - World Press Freedom DayTopics include:World Press Freedom Day • Rachel Pulfer • Journalists for Human Rights • Press Freedom • Media Lawfare • AI Deepfakes • Online Harassment • Exiled Journalists • Human Rights Reporting • Global Journalism Safety • Media Accountability • JHR CanadaAbout Progress Canada:The Progress Canada Podcast delves into the political, social, and policy transformations shaping the future of our country. We explore what’s working, what’s not, and what needs to be done next to build a more inclusive, sustainable, and equitable future.👉 Get Progress Canada in your inbox: https://progresscanada.substack.com/👉 Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/progress-canada/

    51 min
  2. APR 27

    How Mark Carney Became Prime Minister with Andrew Bevan

    How did the Liberal Party pivot from a 20-point deficit to a historic election victory in just six months? Liberal Campaign Director Andrew Bevan joins the podcast a year later to provide a deep dive into the strategy that took Mark Carney from political rookie to Prime Minister, redefining Canadian politics along the way. We tackle the departure of Prime Minister Trudeau, the whirlwind leadership race, and the snap election call just days later. Bevan breaks down Trump's impact on the campaign, Poilievre's polarizing relationship with voters, the NDP's collapse, and how the Liberal machine overcame a massive polling deficit to win the election against all odds. Topics include: Andrew Bevan • Mark Carney • 2025 Federal Election • Liberal Party of Canada • Campaign Strategy • Political Pivots • Pierre Poilievre • Donald Trump • Minority Government • Floor Crossings • Progressive Primary • Canadian Politics • Leadership Turmoil • Election Micro-targeting About Progress Canada:The Progress Canada Podcast delves into the political, social, and policy transformations shaping the future of our country. We explore what’s working, what’s not, and what needs to be done next to build a more inclusive, sustainable, and equitable future.👉 Get Progress Canada in your inbox: https://progresscanada.substack.com/👉 Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/progress-canada/

    1h 27m

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The Progress Canada Podcast explores the political, social, and policy transformations shaping the future of our country. Each episode brings thought-provoking discussions with policymakers, activists, and experts who are driving change across Canada. We explore what’s working, what’s not, and what needs to be done next to deliver progressive change that builds a more inclusive, sustainable, and equitable future for us all.

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