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	Title	Pub. Date	Duration
	Justin Trudeau & Katy Perry with Lainey Lui I S.3 Ep. 6	31 Oct 2025	00:47:42
Lainey Lui, Founder and Editor of LaineyGossip.com and a Senior Correspondent on Etalk, delves into the fascinating dynamics of the relationship between Justin Trudeau and Katy Perry. The conversation explores how their unexpected pairing has captivated international audiences, examining the intersection of celebrity and politics, and the strategic choreography behind their public appearances. Lainey provides insights into the media's role in shaping public perception and the broader implications for both individuals' public images. Keywords Justin Trudeau, Katy Perry, celebrity culture, media perception, public image, politics, relationship dynamics, Lainey Gossip, international audiences, strategic appearances 00:00:00 Introduction to Lainey and the Topic 00:00:00 The Unexpected Pairing of Trudeau and Perry 00:00:00 Media's Role in Shaping Perception 00:00:00 Intersection of Celebrity and Politics 00:00:01 Strategic Choreography of Public Appearances 00:00:01 Broader Implications for Public Images Support the show Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/beyondaballot/ Thank you to our Title Sponsor, DoorDash!
	Is the NDP Still Relevant? I S. 3 Ep. 5	24 Oct 2025	00:48:56
The question in the back of our minds: Where is the NDP going in this country? We called in the person who knows the answer to this question best, Anne McGrath, National Director of the federal NDP. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Anne McGrath 02:40 Anne's Journey with the NDP 05:23 The NDP's Evolution Over the Years 08:14 Reflections on the 2025 Election Results 11:06 The Impact of the Confidence and Supply Agreement 13:40 The Legacy of Jack Layton 16:28 Jagmeet Singh's Leadership and Challenges 19:20 The Future of the NDP 21:53 The Importance of the NDP in Canadian Politics 24:53 The Leadership Race and Its Implications 27:47 Final Thoughts and Call to Action Support the show Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/beyondaballot/ Thank you to our Title Sponsor, DoorDash!
	Put Your Aces in Their Places I S. 3 Ep. 4	10 Oct 2025	00:48:58
David Cochrane, the host of CBC's Power and Politics, joins us to break down everything about the Carney trip to Washington this week. Support the show Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/beyondaballot/ Thank you to our Title Sponsor, DoorDash!
	The Family Side of Politics - Ana Pollievre I S.3 Ep. 3	03 Oct 2025	00:54:53
What is it like being the family of a political leader? We sit down with Ana Pollievre to talk about her experience. Support the show Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/beyondaballot/ Thank you to our Title Sponsor, DoorDash!
	America, You Okay? I S.3 Ep. 2	27 Sep 2025	00:49:06
Mosheh Oinounou joins Amanda and Rachael to delve into the current state of U.S. politics, exploring the impact of political violence, the influence of Charlie Kirk, and the dynamics of Trump's presidency. What is the cultural reactions to recent political events? The role of late-night television in shaping public discourse? We dive into the erosion of public trust in health institutions and the future of U.S. politics amidst growing polarization. Chapters 00:00 Current State of U.S. Politics 02:39 The Impact of Political Assassinations 05:24 Understanding Charlie Kirk's Influence 08:02 The Relationship Between Activism and Politics 10:49 The Role of Youth in Political Movements 13:54 The Divide in American Politics 16:32 The Fallout from Charlie Kirk's Assassination 19:22 Pop Culture Reactions and Free Speech 20:18 The Evolution of Late Night Television 26:58 Government Regulation and Media Control 33:30 Public Health Trust and Political Influence 39:52 The State of American Democracy 42:00 Looking Ahead: Hope for the Future Support the show Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/beyondaballot/ Thank you to our Title Sponsor, DoorDash!
	Let's Go! I S.3 Ep. 1	19 Sep 2025	00:45:11
Amanda and Rachael are back! In the first epsiode of season 3 they break down all the headline from the summer and talk about parliament returning. Season 3 is powered by DoorDash! Support the show Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/beyondaballot/ Thank you to our Title Sponsor, DoorDash!
	Our Season 2 Finale - Jenni's Story I S.2 Ep. 23	08 Aug 2025	01:04:48
In her first post-campaign interview, Jenni Byrne (Jenni Byrne and Associated & 2025 CPC Campaign Manager) sits down with us to discuss her journey in politics, the 2025 federal campaign, and what’s next for her within the Conservative Party of Canada. We’ll be back with Season 3 on September 19th — Speak to you then! Support the show Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/beyondaballot/ Thank you to our Title Sponsor, DoorDash!
	Our 10,000th Episode I S.2 Ep. 22	27 Jun 2025	00:47:19
After the most wild 12 months in Canadian politics, Amanda and Rachael break down the last month in politics and look back at what has happened in Season 2 of the podcast! Thanks to DoorDash for your amazing support as our Title Sponsor! NOTE: We have 1 more episode of season 2 launch July 5th! Support the show Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/beyondaballot/ Thank you to our Title Sponsor, DoorDash!
	The One With Lantsman I S.2 Ep. 21	13 Jun 2025	00:50:05
We sit down with Melissa Lantsman, Deputy Leader of the Conservative Party of Canada to talk about her life, her mission and where the party is at right now. Guest: Melissa Lantsman, MP & Dept. Leader of CPC Thank you to our Title Sponsor, DoorDash! We <3 you! Support the show Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/beyondaballot/ Thank you to our Title Sponsor, DoorDash!
	The One With Lantsman I S.2 Ep. 21	13 Jun 2025	00:50:05
We sit down with Melissa Lantsman, Deputy Leader of the Conservative Party of Canada to talk about her life, her mission and where the party is at right now. Guest: Melissa Lantsman, MP & Dept. Leader of CPC Thank you to our Title Sponsor, DoorDash! We <3 you! Support the show Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/beyondaballot/ Thank you to our Title Sponsor, DoorDash!
	Donald Trump Is Coming To Canada I S. 2 Ep. 20	07 Jun 2025	00:40:25
A speech from the throne, visit from the king, meeting of the Premiers and planning for the Trump arrival. Amanda and Rachael break it down! Thank you to our amazing Title Sponsor DoorDash! We <3 you! Guests: Amanda Alvaro & Rachael Segal Support the show Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/beyondaballot/ Thank you to our Title Sponsor, DoorDash!
	The King Is Coming - Our Royal Episode! I S. 2 Ep. 19	23 May 2025	00:33:46
ALL THINGS ROYAL!! The King is coming to Canada on Monday - we break down the plan, the significance and the history of this visits. Guest: Bonnie Brownlee, Royal Commentator Support the show Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/beyondaballot/ Thank you to our Title Sponsor, DoorDash!
	What Do You Think Of Cabinet? I S. 2 Ep. 18	15 May 2025	00:43:26
Amanda and Rachael sit down with former Federal Ministers Marci Ien and Mary Ng to hear their thoughs on Prime Minister Carney's new cabinet! Support the show Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/beyondaballot/ Thank you to our Title Sponsor, DoorDash!
	The Election Breakdown I S. 2 Ep. 18	09 May 2025	00:45:36
Amanda and Rachael break down everything that happened on election night and what has happened in federal politics since! Support the show Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/beyondaballot/ Thank you to our Title Sponsor, DoorDash!
	E-1I April 27 - The Final Countdown!	27 Apr 2025	00:22:56
We break down the last day fo the campaign! Note: We will be back on Tuesday for a 1 hour breakdown of the results. DONT FORGET TO VOTE! *Note: This episode was taped prior to the tragic events taking place in Vancouver Support the show Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/beyondaballot/ Thank you to our Title Sponsor, DoorDash!
	E-2 I April 27 - What's The Strategy on Political Ads?	27 Apr 2025	00:21:43
We break down the ads we've seen in this campaign! Support the show Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/beyondaballot/ Thank you to our Title Sponsor, DoorDash!
	E-3 I April 25th - Was This Carney's Worst Day?	25 Apr 2025	00:16:16
It's the last 3 days of the campaign and the oppo research is flying! Support the show Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/beyondaballot/ Thank you to our Title Sponsor, DoorDash!
	E-4 I April 24th - Donald's Back	24 Apr 2025	00:14:24
We're breaking down the last few days of the campaign! Support the show Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/beyondaballot/ Thank you to our Title Sponsor, DoorDash!
	E-5 I April 23 - Things are getting SPICY!	23 Apr 2025	00:15:27
The last few days of the campaign are heating up, especially on the West Coast! Support the show Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/beyondaballot/ Thank you to our Title Sponsor, DoorDash!
	E-6 I April 22nd - It's Conservative Platform Day!	23 Apr 2025	00:14:09
We dive in to the Conservative platform! Support the show Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/beyondaballot/ Thank you to our Title Sponsor, DoorDash!
	E-7 I April 21st - Where's The Platform?	22 Apr 2025	00:16:31
Two platforms are out! We dive into them. Support the show Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/beyondaballot/ Thank you to our Title Sponsor, DoorDash!
	E-10 I April 18th- DEBATE BREAKDOWN SPECIAL	18 Apr 2025	00:26:27
Out longest episode yet! We break down all things english debate! Support the show Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/beyondaballot/ Thank you to our Title Sponsor, DoorDash!
	E-11 I April 17th - Game on!	18 Apr 2025	00:13:53
We break down the French debate and what we are expecting in the English one! Support the show Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/beyondaballot/ Thank you to our Title Sponsor, DoorDash!
	E-12 I April 16 - Debate Night #1	17 Apr 2025	00:14:02
We break down the french language debate! Support the show Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/beyondaballot/ Thank you to our Title Sponsor, DoorDash!
	E-13 I April 15 - Thumbs Down To The Debate Commission	16 Apr 2025	00:12:36
An update on the campaign trail! Support the show Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/beyondaballot/ Thank you to our Title Sponsor, DoorDash!
	E-14 I April 14th - The Magic Number is 14	16 Apr 2025	00:14:05
Update on the campaign from over the weekend! Support the show Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/beyondaballot/ Thank you to our Title Sponsor, DoorDash!
	E-16 I April 12th - How Do Leaders Prep For Debates?	12 Apr 2025	00:15:39
We dive into the upcoming debates- what we're looking for, what each leader needs to do to win and who will be on the stage! Support the show Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/beyondaballot/ Thank you to our Title Sponsor, DoorDash!
	E-17 I April 11th - You Can Zoom From Anywhere?	12 Apr 2025	00:14:08
We wrap up the last day of the week with and check in with all the parties! Support the show Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/beyondaballot/ Thank you to our Title Sponsor, DoorDash!
	E-18 I April 10 - Should He Be Playing Prime Minister?	11 Apr 2025	00:13:04
We break down the news of the day on the campaign trail! Support the show Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/beyondaballot/ Thank you to our Title Sponsor, DoorDash!
	E-19 I April 9th - What Is Happening In America?	10 Apr 2025	00:13:52
and how is it impacting the Canadian election? Support the show Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/beyondaballot/ Thank you to our Title Sponsor, DoorDash!
	E-20 I April 8 - Can You Name A Policy Mark Carney Has Announced?	08 Apr 2025	00:11:34
We can! Tune in! Support the show Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/beyondaballot/ Thank you to our Title Sponsor, DoorDash!
	E-21 I April 7th - "Lead Us Big Daddy!"	08 Apr 2025	00:11:20
What happened on the campaign trail today! Support the show Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/beyondaballot/ Thank you to our Title Sponsor, DoorDash!
	E-23 I April 5th - Campaign Gaffes!	07 Apr 2025	00:13:03
We look at the biggest campaign gaffes! Support the show Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/beyondaballot/ Thank you to our Title Sponsor, DoorDash!
	E-24 I April 4th - How Do Campaigns Vet Candidates?	04 Apr 2025	00:10:15
How do candidates get vetted? Support the show Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/beyondaballot/ Thank you to our Title Sponsor, DoorDash!
	E-25 I April 3rd - Do You Know Who You're Voting For?	04 Apr 2025	00:13:13
An update on the campaign trail! Support the show Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/beyondaballot/ Thank you to our Title Sponsor, DoorDash!
	E-26 I April 2nd - Sorry We're Late! Blame Trump.	03 Apr 2025	00:13:10
We react to the new Trump Tarrifs and what it means for the Canadian election! Support the show Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/beyondaballot/ Thank you to our Title Sponsor, DoorDash!
	E-27 I April 1st - So Long Candidates!	02 Apr 2025	00:09:54
We talk about what each party was doing today! Support the show Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/beyondaballot/ Thank you to our Title Sponsor, DoorDash!
	E-28 I March 31st - Everyone's On Edge	31 Mar 2025	00:13:32
An update of the last few days on the campaign trail! Support the show Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/beyondaballot/ Thank you to our Title Sponsor, DoorDash!
	E-30 I March 29th - Do Rallies Matter?	29 Mar 2025	00:12:38
We look at the role of campaign rallies in attracting support! Support the show Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/beyondaballot/ Thank you to our Title Sponsor, DoorDash!
	E-31 I March 28th - Is This Only The First Week?	29 Mar 2025	00:11:32
Trump, Crime and Housing were the topics of the day! Support the show Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/beyondaballot/ Thank you to our Title Sponsor, DoorDash!
	E-32 I March 27th - Tariffs, Trump and Trouble	27 Mar 2025	00:11:23
We look at what happened on the campaign trail today including the Prime Minister's response to Trump Tariffs Support the show Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/beyondaballot/ Thank you to our Title Sponsor, DoorDash!
	E-33 I March 26th - It's Dangerous To Fly Without A Left Wing!	26 Mar 2025	00:11:22
Where were all the leaders and what were they announcing? We break it down. Support the show Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/beyondaballot/ Thank you to our Title Sponsor, DoorDash!
	E-34 I To Get Clearance Or Not Get Clearance, That Is The Question.	26 Mar 2025	00:13:27
Day 3 on the campaign trail! Support the show Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/beyondaballot/ Thank you to our Title Sponsor, DoorDash!
	E-36 I March 24th - Tax Cuts, Homes and Leaders Doing Crossfit	24 Mar 2025	00:10:56
Day 2 of the federal campaign! Support the show Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/beyondaballot/ Thank you to our Title Sponsor, DoorDash!
	E-37 I March 23rd - Let's go! Welcome To Our Daily Election Special!	24 Mar 2025	00:19:25
Welcome to our federal election special! Hannah leads us through a conversation with Amanda, Kathleen and Rachael about what happened on the campaign trail on day 1! Thank you to our title sponsor, DoorDash and our sponsors Equal Voice, Page and Canada Powered by Women for making this pod possible! Support the show Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/beyondaballot/ Thank you to our Title Sponsor, DoorDash!
	Everything You Ever Wanted To Know About Federal Elections with J.J. McCullough I S. 2 Ep. 17	21 Mar 2025	00:48:28
Amanda and Rachael sit down with Canadian Youtuber J.J. McCullough to talk about the history of Canadian federal elections! NOTE: We are anticipating a federal election call this weekend and will be shifting to our daily 10 minute format as soon as the writ is dropped / written? Support the show Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/beyondaballot/ Thank you to our Title Sponsor, DoorDash!
	Transition Week In Ottawa I S.2 Ep. 16	15 Mar 2025	00:50:34
In this episode Rachael Segal and Amanda discuss the significant events that took place in Ottawa including the Liberal Leadership race, a new cabinet and a new Prime Minister. Support the show Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/beyondaballot/ Thank you to our Title Sponsor, DoorDash!
	The Liberal Party Party - All things Liberal Leadership I S. 2 Ep. 15	07 Mar 2025	00:50:49
Amanda and Rachael sit down with Suzanne Cowan, Past President of the Liberal party of Canada and Susan Smith, Co-Founder of Blusky Strategies and Canada 2020 to talk about the Liberal leadership race - Is there only really 1 candidate in this race? When does the new leader become PM? Happy International Women's Day! Support the show Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/beyondaballot/ Thank you to our Title Sponsor, DoorDash!
	Ontario Votes - A conversation with Marit Stiles & Bonnie Crombie I S.2 Ep. 14	23 Feb 2025	01:03:01
Amanda and Rachael sit down with Ontario NDP leader Marit Stiles and Ontario Liberal leader Bonnie Crombie as they enter the last few days of the Ontario election campaign! Support the show Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/beyondaballot/ Thank you to our Title Sponsor, DoorDash!
	How do we survive this tariff threat? With Pattie Lovett-Reid I S. 2 Ep. 13	07 Feb 2025	00:36:14
What is a tariff? How will it impact us at the grocery store? How can my small business survive? What can the average person do to prepare? We sit down with Pattie Lovett-Reid to break down all the question and listen to her amazing advice! Support the show Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/beyondaballot/ Thank you to our Title Sponsor, DoorDash!

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