The Paikin Podcast
Hosted by Tony Clement
Veteran Canadian journalist Steve Paikin explores domestic and global issues through in-depth interviews and expert panel discussions.
A continuation of Steve Paikin's long-form journalistic work from public television, this podcast serves as a forum for sober, in-depth analysis of Canadian and world affairs. It is built around two main formats: deep-dive interviews with newsmakers and authors, and recurring panel segments like 'Everything Political' and 'World on Edge,' which feature a regular cast of high-level experts and former politicians. The show eschews hot takes for methodical, evidence-based conversations.
“The show's distinction comes from Steve Paikin himself—his reputation, extensive network, and decades of experience as a balanced moderator attract high-profile guests for substantive conversations. Unlike many political talk shows, it relies on recurring, structured segments with familiar expert voices, creating a consistent and reliable format for its audience.”
Who hosts this show
Steve Paikin is an acclaimed Canadian journalist, author, and documentary producer, best known for hosting TVO's flagship current affairs program, "The Agenda with Steve Paikin," for 19 seasons. After a long career in public broadcasting, he now hosts this podcast, continuing his practice of long-form, fact-based journalism. The show features signature one-on-one interviews and structured panel segments to provide balanced context on politics and current events. Paikin is an Officer of the Order of Canada and a member of the Order of Ontario.
Credentials & credits
- Host of TVO's "The Agenda with Steve Paikin" (1992-2025)
- Officer of the Order of Canada & Member of the Order of Ontario
- Author of ten books on Canadian politics and history
- M.A. in Broadcast Journalism, Boston University
- B.A., University of Toronto
- Producer of several feature-length documentaries
Other ventures
- Co-host, #onpoli podcast
- Columnist, TVO.org and Toronto Star
- Moderator for multiple federal and provincial election debates
- Former anchor and correspondent, CBC Television
- Documentary Producer
What kind of podcast
When new episodes drop
- 01Does the Iran War Signal American Decline? | World on EdgeJun 25, 2026 · 47 min
- 02The “Astonishing” Story of Canada’s First Openly Gay Judge | Harvey BrownstoneJun 23, 2026 · 1h 07m
- 03Carney Infatuation Syndrome, the G7, and a One-Term PM | Everything PoliticalJun 18, 2026 · 57 min
- 04Bob Rae: How Canada Should “Play Its Own Game” with TrumpJun 16, 2026 · 49 min
- 05How Should the Left Meet this “New Age of Monsters”? | Charlie AngusJun 11, 2026 · 49 min
- 06Did Carney Miss the Mark on Antisemitism in Canada? | Everything PoliticalJun 9, 2026 · 1h 03m
Notable episodes
- 01The “Astonishing” Story of Canada’s First Openly Gay Judge | Harvey Brownstone
A deeply personal and revealing one-on-one interview where the host's lifelong friendship with the guest provides a unique level of trust and candor.
- 02Does the Iran War Signal American Decline? | World on Edge
A creative and analytical episode structured as a speculative post-mortem of a hypothetical near-future war, allowing for a frank assessment of geopolitical strategies.
- 03Carney Infatuation Syndrome, the G7, and a One-Term PM | Everything Political
This episode of the 'Everything Political' panel introduces a memorable, original term to frame the discussion around a new political leader, showcasing the show's role in shaping political discourse.
What you'll be asked on this show
The podcast is interview and panel-driven, hosted by Paikin in his signature measured and meticulously prepared style. He guides conversations with direct, informed questions, whether in a one-on-one setting or moderating a panel of experts. The tone is consistently serious, analytical, and non-partisan, focusing on policy, history, and political mechanics.
Questions Tony Clement keeps coming back to
- “How much of what you have achieved was motivated by [a specific past experience]?”
- “How seriously should we take [a politician's recent statement or policy]?”
- “What has, in fact, been achieved?”
- “How would you judge [the outcome of a situation]?”
- “Does [a specific bill or policy] make sense to you?”
- “I want to know who gave you the best advice that you never took.”
- “How did that happen?”
- “What's the status of that today?”
Signature segments
- · Everything Political
- · World on Edge
- · 1 x 1 (One-on-one interviews)
- · Letters to the Editor
- · Good on Ya
Topics covered repeatedly
Who gets booked here
Guests are typically high-profile Canadian figures, including current and former politicians, academics from leading institutions, authors, and retired judges. The show books experts and newsmakers who can provide deep, nuanced perspectives on their fields, such as former cabinet ministers Tony Clement and Martha Hall Findlay or policy expert Dr. Janice Stein.
- Dr. Janice Steinon Does the Iran War Signal American Decline? | World on Edge
- Harvey Brownstoneon The “Astonishing” Story of Canada’s First Openly Gay Judge | Harvey Brownstone
- Tony Clementon Carney Infatuation Syndrome, the G7, and a One-Term PM | Everything Political
- Martha Hall Findlayon Carney Infatuation Syndrome, the G7, and a One-Term PM | Everything Political
- Bob Raeon Bob Rae: How Canada Should “Play Its Own Game” with Trump
- Charlie Anguson How Should the Left Meet this “New Age of Monsters”? | Charlie Angus
Where to find this show
Audience & reach
The podcast is supported through direct listener contributions via Patreon, as mentioned in multiple episodes. It has also featured sponsorships from companies such as Restaurants Canada and Anthropic.
Subscriber and view counts are pulled live from YouTube and re-verified on a 30-day cycle. Listener estimates for the RSS feed aren't published here unless they're host-verified.
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People also ask
- Who is the host of The Paikin Podcast?
- The host is Steve Paikin, a veteran Canadian journalist, author, and Officer of the Order of Canada, best known for hosting TVO's "The Agenda" for 19 years.
- Is the podcast still running?
- Yes, it is an active podcast with new episodes released weekly.
- What is the format of the show?
- The show primarily features long-form, one-on-one interviews with newsmakers and recurring panel discussions with a regular cast of experts, such as the 'Everything Political' and 'World on Edge' segments.
- Where can I listen to the podcast?
- The podcast is available on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and other major podcast platforms.
- How can I support the podcast?
- Listeners can support the podcast directly through its Patreon page, which is mentioned at the end of episodes.
- Who is Tony Clement?
- Tony Clement is a former Conservative cabinet minister who is a regular guest on the 'Everything Political' panel segment, not the main host of the podcast.
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- [04]Steve Paikin | The Canadian Encyclopediathecanadianencyclopedia.ca
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- [07]TVO's The Agenda with Steve Paikin to end after 19 seasons | CBC Newscbc.ca
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