The Vassy Kapelos Show

Tim Powers fills in on the Graham Richardson Show - where we talk politics and also have a little bit of fun! You can catch us every single Friday from Noon until 2PM.
On today's show:
CTV National News senior political correspondent Mike LeCouteur has the latest developments on Alberta's pipeline announcement. We also check in with Heather Exner-Pirot, the Director of Energy and Natural Resources at the MacDonald-Laurier Institute.
TSN's Claire Hanna previews Canada's Round of 16 match against Morocco on Saturday, as Canadian soccer fans prepare to gather in droves.
Remi Cormier, a Montreal jazz artist, couldn't believe his eyes after his trumpet got snatched following a recent performance. That's when he took matters into his own hands.
Prime Minister Carney will be out of town on Monday, as he attends a NATO conference in Turkiye. We dig deeper with Retired General Tom Lawson, who once served as Canada's Chief of Defense Staff.
Most of Canada was able to celebrate Canada Day as originally scheduled. And on Saturday, Americans will get to do the same, as the country celebrates 250 years of independence. We check in with Eric Ham, a former U.S. Congressional Staffer and present-day U.S. political analyst for CTV News.
Christy Clark, a former Premier of British Columbia, reacts to the province's handshake agreement with the feds on major projects.

Tim Powers guest hosts for Vassy Kapelos, as Prime Minister Carney and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith are set to make a long-awaited announcement. It is expected to feature details around the proposal for a new oil pipeline to Canada's West Coast. Duane Bratt, a Professor of Political Science at Calgary's Mount Royal University, tees up what's at stake from a political lens.
On today's show:
Tim chats with The Weather Network meteorologist Doug Gillham about the heatwave that is impacting Central Canada.
Pollster Nik Nanos delves into the latest national research on the opposition to Alto's high-speed rail plan, and general concerns around Canadian unity.
Talk Science To Me with CTV Science and Technology specialist Dan Riskin: What to know about bats and rabies.
The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Mike LeCouteur, Rob Benzie, and Sharan Kaur.
Dr. Kwadwo Kyeremanteng, a Palliative Care Physician at The Ottawa Hospital and the host of the Prevention Over Prescription Podcast, has some tips for Canadians to follow during extreme heatwaves.
Prime Minister Carney and B.C. Premier David Eby take questions from the media in Vancouver.

In a new video address to Canadians, Prime Minister Carney says Canada's emissions will increase in the coming years, as the federal government prioritizes economic growth. Tim Powers fills in for Vassy Kapelos this afternoon.
On today's show:
Tim chats all things FIFA with veteran sports broadcaster Arash Madani, as Team Canada is set to take on Morocco in the Round of 16 this weekend.
Richard Masson, a former CEO of the Alberta Petroleum Marketing Commission, joins the show for a discussion about the outlook for a new West Coast oil pipeline. It follows today's report that Alberta will make its submission for the project without a private sector backer.
Money Talk with John Klotz: How to achieve financial independence.
The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Jamie Ellerton, Saeed Selvam, and Anne McGrath.
Tim speaks with Dr. Janet Morrison, the President and Vice-Chancellor for the Memorial University of Newfoundland, about a new exhibit marking Newfoundland soldiers’ sacrifice during the Battle of the Somme. It is scheduled to be unveiled in France today on the 100th anniversary of that battle.
CTV Your Morning meteorologist Kelsey McEwen delivers an update on the Canada Day forecast.
Liaison Strategies principal David Valentin discusses a new national poll showing Canadians are still proud of their country, despite feeling more anxious about the future.

Guest host Tim Powers speaks with TSN's Claire Hanna about Sunday's historic 1-0 victory over South Africa, and what awaits the Men's National Team in the Round of 16.
On today's show:
Eric Ham, CTV U.S. political analyst and former U.S. Congressional Staffer, on this week's looming CUSMA deadline.
Tech Check with tech analyst Carmi Levy: Apple and Microsoft hike prices as A.I. crunches the global memory chip supply.
The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Tom Mulcair and Scott Reid.
David Phillips, a climatologist with Environment Canada, on the extreme heat that is expected to strike parts of Canada this week.
TSN 1200's Gord Wilson delivers a quick debrief of the 2026 NHL Draft, and offers a look-ahead to Wednesday's Free Agent Frenzy.

It's the Graham Richardson Show - where we talk politics and also have a little bit of fun! You can catch Graham every single Friday from Noon until 2PM.
On today's show:
The Friday Five: Carney announces plans for 24 Sussex, NATO Secretary lays on the flattery in an Oval Office meeting with Trump, Ukraine continues to ramp up drone attacks inside Russia, Calgary Mayor Jeromy Farkas says 'cut the BS' over Stampede noise bylaw backlash, Ontario senior scammed almost $1M in Carney deepfake crypto fraud.
The Big Conversation: New data shows that ER wait times continue to get worse. Graham speaks with Saskatoon emergency physician Dr. Brittany Ellis.
Housing policy expert Mike Moffat joins the show with his take on the B.C. condo 'bailout' controversy.
A small town in Quebec has officially recognized the legal rights of trees. Graham finds out why with the help of Sylvie Trepanier, who sits on the municipality's Environment Committee.
Conservative Housing Critic Scott Aitchison joins Graham with the opposition's argument against the B.C. condo conversion program.
Graham chats with former Team Canada captain Patrice Bernier about the outlook for Canadian soccer, as FIFA fever grips the nation ahead of Sunday's Round of 32 match against South Africa.
Nearly a decade after legislation, the national lobby group for Canadian cannabis producers has been forced to shut down, as the industry struggles to remain profitable. It cites the strength of the illicit market as a primary factor for the shutdown. Graham is joined by Paul McCarthy, the now-former President for the Cannabis Council of Canada.
What made Graham smile this week: European FIFA fans go crazy for ranch dressing.