Let's Talk Politics
Welcome to Let’s Talk Politics, your front-row seat to the political and economic stories driving today’s world. We bring together a diverse lineup of guests to dive deep into the most pressing issues of the day, untangling the complex web of events impacting Canada and the world.
From Machiavellian tactics to tech bros shaping policies, this podcast aims to bridge the gap between politics and the people it affects.
We break down complex issues, offering fresh, diverse perspectives to help you understand the pressing challenges of the day. Let’s Talk Politics, empowers you with the knowledge and insights needed to navigate today’s fast-moving political landscape.
Let's Talk Politics
Ep 7: Make Canada Competitive Again - Fixing Productivity, Taxes & Business Growth (Part 2/3)
Join me for a deep dive into Canada’s productivity problem with the brilliant Canadian economist Don Drummond. We explore why Canada’s small businesses struggle to scale, the policies that could help them grow into global industry leaders, and the critical need to reduce our dependence on American imports.
We also unpack the key entrepreneurial and cultural differences between Canada and the U.S. and what it will take to position Canada as a top destination for business investment. Don shares his insights on the tax policies he developed during his career at Finance Canada, along with some entertaining behind-the-scenes stories from his time working with former Prime Ministers Jean Chrétien and Brian Mulroney.
From tax policies to economic growth strategies, this episode is packed with fascinating insights and candid stories that every Canadian business leader, policy wonk, or economics enthusiast needs to hear. Tune in for a thought-provoking conversation that challenges conventional ideas about Canada’s fiscal and tax policies—and explores the path forward.
With over 20 years of experience at Finance Canada, a tenure as Chief Economist at TD Bank, and now as a fellow in residence at C.D. Howe Institute and Stauffer-Dunning Fellow at Queen’s University - School of Policy Studies, Don brings his unparalleled expertise in the field of economics to this conversation.