Scott Fox After 9

EPISODE NOTE: This will be the only episode this week. New episodes return on Monday June 15, 2026.
TODAY:
It's your Monday primer for the week ahead. Scott takes a closer look at Canada's newest Governor General, Louise Arbour, and breaks down the surprisingly generous salary, pension, lifetime benefits, and perks that come with the role. He also examines the staggering costs of hosting the FIFA World Cup in Toronto and Vancouver and asks a simple question: why are governments spending billions on a sporting event that may never turn a profit while more Canadians are relying on food banks?
Plus, legendary filmmaker Steven Spielberg discusses his upcoming UFO-themed film Disclosure Day and shares his thoughts on what humanity could face if governments ever reveal the truth about extraterrestrial life. And in the United States, President Trump gets into a heated exchange with a reporter during a television interview before abruptly ending the conversation.

Scott breaks down the latest jobs numbers from Statistics Canada and takes a closer look at Prime Minister Mark Carney's newly announced AI strategy. You'll also hear reaction from the Conservative opposition as questions continue to mount about the direction of Canada's economy.
It's also Listener DM's Friday. Scott reads messages from listeners across the country on everything from recession fears, housing affordability, multigenerational living, passport renewals, military procurement, real estate trends, and the growing number of Canadians considering a move elsewhere in search of opportunity. Plus, listeners weigh in on Mark Carney, the cost of living, the media, grocery prices, Ontario government advertising, and what they're seeing firsthand in their own communities. A packed episode filled with real-world observations from Canadians living through uncertain economic times.

Prime Minister Mark Carney was back in the House of Commons yesterday, but once again refused to acknowledge what many economists and Canadians are increasingly concerned about: the recession. Hear Pierre Poilievre challenge the Prime Minister on his economic record, government spending, and the direction of the Canadian economy. Plus, the federal NDP grills the government over its failure to meet their own housing construction targets as affordability continues to dominate the national conversation.
Also in this episode, Conservative MP Rachel Thomas weighs in on the federal government's sudden reversal on a proposed 15% streaming tax, while Green Party Leader Elizabeth May argues that controversial Bill C-22 shouldn't be fixed—it should be scrapped entirely. You'll also hear Alberta Premier Danielle Smith explain to a Quebec audience why many Albertans feel increasingly frustrated with Ottawa, and Ontario Premier Doug Ford shares his thoughts on skyrocketing ticket prices for concerts and major events.
Tomorrow is Listener DM's Friday—send Scott your comments, questions, and opinions to be part of the conversation.

President Trump is once again talking about Canada becoming the 51st state, and both Prime Minister Mark Carney and Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre are responding. Hear what each leader had to say about Trump's latest social media post, the state of Canada-U.S. trade negotiations, and where they believe the Canadian economy is headed.
Also on today's episode, Scott examines a new federal NDP private member's bill that would force MPs to face a byelection if they decide to cross the floor and join another political party. Plus, Doug Ford and the Ontario Progressive Conservatives have adjourned Queen's Park until nearly Halloween, creating an unprecedented 21-week break from the legislature. Scott breaks down what it all means and whether taxpayers should be concerned.

Is Canada already in a recession? Prime Minister Mark Carney still won't say the word, but Opposition Leader Pierre Poilievre is laying out the hard facts about Canada's struggling economy. In this episode of Scott Fox After 9, hear Poilievre explain why he believes Canadians are already feeling the effects of an economic downturn, while Scott runs through multiple examples of the Prime Minister avoiding direct questions about recession concerns. Plus, hear what the Bank of Canada says are the biggest risks and concerns facing the economy moving forward.
Also in today's episode: newly elected Kerry-Lynne Findlay explains the differences between Canadian Conservatives and American Republicans, committee audio raises questions about government subsidies flowing to companies accused of abusing the Temporary Foreign Worker program, and Scott breaks down testimony related to how Canada calculates and reports defence spending.