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The Big Five Podcast
The Big Five is the quintessential Montreal podcast, and the best way to get caught up on the top stories impacting the city. Every weekday, host Elias Makos and a roster of Montreal thought leaders debate and inform.
Episodes
- The Big Five Podcast
Just thinking about a referendum is costing us money. Plus: Pierre Poilievre’s extreme makeover.
Elias Makos is joined by Victor Henriquez, Public affairs and crisis management specialist at Public Strategy and Conseil, and Dan Delmar, Co-founder of the…
- The Big Five Podcast
The Parti Québécois hits the panic button Plus: Is Quebec in a recession?
Elias Makos is joined by Trudie Mason, veteran Newscaster here at CJAD 800, and Justine McIntyre, Strategic consultant and former city councillor. A new poll…
- The Big Five Podcast
The PQ plays the Trump card. Plus: Should Canada cut health care for asylum seekers
Elias Makos is joined by Paul Gott, Lead singer and guitarist for Montreal Punk Rock band the Ripcordz and a journalism professor at Concordia, and…
- The Big Five Podcast
Olympic disappointment. Plus: We’re running out of vacation spots
Elias Makos begins the week with Jimmy Zoubris, Montreal businessman, longtime activist and former special advisor to Valerie Plante, and Anthony Koch, Former…
- The Big Five Podcast
Aliens, referendums, and toonies. Plus: How Canada became poorer than Alabama
Elias is joined on this Friday edition of the BIG 5 by Meeker Guerrier, Commentator at Noovo and RDS and Lea Streliski, Best-selling author, comedian and…
- The Big Five Podcast
Swift reaction to the Quebec Human Rights Tribunal’s hair salon decision. Plus: Doug Ford takes on the basket weavers.
Elias Makos is joined by Caroline Codsi, Founder & Chief Equity Officer, Women in Governance, and Akil Alleyne, Reporter and commentator with extensive…
- The Big Five Podcast
Why Quebec's Human Rights Tribunal ordered a hair salon to pay $500 to a client. Plus: No more men allowed at Quebec solidaire
Elias Makos is joined by Sue Smith is a Montreal journalist and broadcaster, and Justine McIntyre, Strategic consultant and former city councillor…
- The Big Five Podcast
SAAQclic, lies, and videotape. Plus: Why one 22-year-old Quebecer got a vasectomy
Elias Makos is joined by Jonathan Kalles, Vice President at McMillan Vantage, a national public affairs firm, and former advisor to Prime Minister Justin…
- The Big Five Podcast
The Charles Milliard era begins for the Quebec Liberal Party. Plus: The U.S. finally responds to Mark Carney.
Elias Makos is joined by Jimmy Zoubris, Montreal businessman, longtime activist and former special advisor to Valerie Plante and Daniel Tran, Director of…
- The Big Five Podcast
Charles Milliard inherits a mess. Plus: How would you fix Tim Hortons?
Elias Makos is joined by Justine McIntyre, Strategic consultant and former city councillor, and Raphaël Melançon, political analyst for CTV…
- The Big Five Podcast
The Quebec Liberals find nothing wrong inside the Quebec Liberal Party. Plus: Should Montreal host the Winter Olympics?
Elias Makos is joined by Caroline Codsi, Founder & Chief Equity Officer, Women in Governance, and Trudie Mason, veteran newscaster at CJAD 800. We’re…
- The Big Five Podcast
Montreal’s Police Chief says you’re safer than ever. Is he right? Plus: Canada’s men’s hockey team ditches the village for a five-star hotel at the Olympics.
Elias Makos is joined by Meeker Guerrier, Commentator at Noovo and RDS, and Sue Smith is a Montreal journalist and broadcaster. 10 people are dead and 25…
- The Big Five Podcast
U.S. President Donald Trump is threatening to “not allow” a new bridge. Plus: Meta and YouTube's ‘Digital Casinos.’
Elias Makos is joined by Paul Gott, Lead singer and guitarist for Montreal Punk Rock band the Ripcordz and a journalism professor at Concordia, and Dan Delmar…
- The Big Five Podcast
More signs that Mark Carney will call a snap election. Plus: Montreal is nuts over the Super Bowl and the Epstein Files.
Elias Makos is joined by Jimmy Zoubris, Montreal businessman, longtime activist and former special advisor to Valerie Plante, and Political analyst Karim…
- The Big Five Podcast
With EV rebates back, will your next car be electric? Plus: Crotch-gate takes over the Olympics, and the cost of a Super Bowl ad in Quebec.
Elias Makos caps off the week with Lea Streliski, Best-selling author, comedian and columnist, and Victor Henriquez, Public affairs and crisis management…
- The Big Five Podcast
Stealing groceries and TV. Plus: Islamophobia envoy Amira Elghawaby gets the boot.
Elias Makos is joined by Lionel Perez, Former city councilor and former leader of the Official Opposition at Montreal City Hall, and Justine McIntyre…
- The Big Five Podcast
Can men refuse service from women at the SAAQ? Plus: The city fills the now-famous Notre-Dame potholes.
Raphaël Melançon, political analyst for CTV Montreal and CJAD 800, columnist for the Montreal Gazette, and president and founder of Trafalgar…
- The Big Five Podcast
Even the mayor can’t avoid Montreal’s potholes. Plus: Should Canada get the bomb?
Elias Makos is joined by Jonathan Kalles, Vice President at McMillan Vantage, a national public affairs firm, and former advisor to Prime Minister Justin…
- The Big Five Podcast
Should the SAQ be delivering booze by Uber Eats? Plus: Forget everything you were told about Quebec politics.
Elias Makos starts the week of with Jimmy Zoubris, Montreal businessman, longtime activist and former special advisor to Valerie Plante, and Gabriel Retta…
- The Big Five Podcast
This time, it’s personal - Trump targets Bombardier. Plus: Bringing back the Nordiques and Expos with other peoples’ money.
Elias Makos caps the week off with Dan Delmar, Co-founder of the content marketing firm TNKR Media and co-host of the podcast Inspiring Entrepreneurs Canada…
- The Big Five Podcast
Making refugees and asylum seekers pay for healthcare. Plus: Would you give the police access to your doorbell cam?
Elias makos is joined by Paul Gott, Lead singer and guitarist for Montreal Punk Rock band the Ripcordz and a journalism professor at Concordia, and Political…
- The Big Five Podcast
Mark Carney is in majority territory. Plus: François Legault’s bon voyage pay day and the Montreal university taking beef off the menu
Joining Elias on The Big 5 were Justine McIntyre, Strategic consultant and former city councillor and Montreal journalist and broadcaster Sue Smith. Among the…
- The Big Five Podcast
Trump calls Carney on his cell phone. Plus: The English school secretary that wants her emails in French.
Elias Makos is joined by Andrew Caddell, columnist for the Hill Times and President of the Task Force on Linguistic policy, and Raphaël Melançon…
- The Big Five Podcast
Donald Trump attacks “Governor” Carney. Plus: How to avoid jail time in Canada
Joining Elias on The Big 5 were Trudie Mason, Veteran Newscaster here at CJAD 800 and Jimmy Zoubris, Montreal businessman, longtime activist and former special…
- The Big Five Podcast
Carney vs. Trump - It’s not a reality show, it’s a soap opera. Plus: If this deal doesn't get you to Las Vegas, nothing will
Joining Elias on The Big 5 were political analyst Karim Boulos and Daniel Tran, Director of Communication and governmental relations at Casacom. Among the…
- The Big Five Podcast
Is it time to take a deep breath when talking about Trump? Plus: The true cost of cheap Chinese EVs.
Neil Drabkin, is a lawyer who served as federal prosecutor and a political commentator who was a chief of staff in the Harper government, and Caroline Codsi…
- The Big Five Podcast
Carney woos the crowd in Davos, Trump barrels through. Plus: Looks like we’ll spare no cost for a fancy fast train.
Elias Makos welcomes back Anthony Koch, Former National Spokesperson for Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre and current managing principal at AK Strategies…
- The Big Five Podcast
Canada prepares for invasion, mulls joining the “Board of Peace.” Plus: Should we tax the ultra-rich more?
Elias Makos is joined by Dan Delmar, Co-founder of the content marketing firm TNKR Media and co-host of the podcast Inspiring Entrepreneurs Canada, and Akil…
- The Big Five Podcast
Should Canada send troops to Greenland? Plus: The generational divide in Canadian politics.
Elias Makos kicks the week off with Jimmy Zoubris, Montreal businessman, longtime activist and former special advisor to Valerie Plante, and Sue Smith is a…
- The Big Five Podcast
Mark Carney deals with China, ushers in the New World Order. Plus: Everybody wants to lead the CAQ
Joining Elias on The Big Five were Justine McIntyre, Strategic consultant and former city councillor Jonathan Kalles, Vice President at McMillan Vantage, a…
- The Big Five Podcast
The rise and fall of François Legault. Plus: The SAQ will deliver booze to your door.
Elias Makos is joined by Caroline Codsi, Founder & Chief Equity Officer, Women in Governance, and Lea Streliski, Best-selling author, comedian and columnist…
- The Big Five Podcast
Trump dumps on Canadian trade as Carney lands in China. Plus: It’s official, the CAQ is in last place.
Elias Makos is joined by Raphaël Melançon, political analyst for CTV Montreal and CJAD 800, columnist for the Montreal Gazette, and president and…
- The Big Five Podcast
Is crime up? It depends on who you ask. Plus: The cost of fast food is too darn high
Joining Elias on The Big Five were Meeker Guerrier, Commentator at Noovo and RDS & Graham Singh, Pastor at St-Jax Church. Among the subjects discussed on The…
- The Big Five Podcast
Should Montreal have World Cup regrets? Plus: 50 years of the Big O.
Elias Makos welcomes in Jimmy Zoubris, Montreal businessman, longtime activist and former special advisor to Valerie Plante, and Paul Gott, Lead singer and…
- The Big Five Podcast
Montreal’s police chief says things are getting worse. Plus: Your charter-protected right to tall grass and weeds
Elias Makos is joined by Dan Delmar, Co-founder of the content marketing firm TNKR Media and co-host of the podcast Inspiring Entrepreneurs Canada & Lionel…
- The Big Five Podcast
Quebec’s public servants warn they could become even less productive. Plus: How much alcohol are you drinking?
Elias Makos is joined by Andrew Caddell, columnist for the Hill Times and President of the Task Force on Linguistic policy. & Sue Smith, a Montreal journalist…
- The Big Five Podcast
Maybe we should buy Greenland. Plus: Does Montreal’s airport suck?
Elias Makos is joined by Raphaël Melançon, political analyst for CTV Montreal and CJAD 800, columnist for the Montreal Gazette, and president and…
- The Big Five Podcast
Jean Charest’s warning about Donald Trump. Plus: Is photo radar ripping you off?
Elias Makos is joined by Akil Alleyne, Reporter and commentator with extensive experience analysing legal, political, and social issues and Manager of the…
- The Big Five Podcast
The U.S. seeks to conquer the Western Hemisphere. Plus: Would you live in an office building?
Elias Makos kicks off the new year with Jimmy Zoubris, Montreal businessman, longtime activist and former special advisor to Valerie Plante, and Political…
- The Big Five Podcast
More breaking news on the Quebec Liberal leadership race. Plus: The wait on Info-Santé (811) with an early flu season.
Jay Farrar, in for Elias Makos, is joined by Paul Gott, lead singer and guitarist for Montreal punk rock band the Ripcordz and a journalism professor at…
- The Big Five Podcast
Mark Carney has named Canada’s new ambassador to the US. Plus: A referendum question will be added to the election ballot this year… in Alberta.
Robyn Flynn, sitting in for Elias Makos, is joined by Dan Delmar, co-founder of the content marketing firm TNKR Media and co-host of the podcast Inspiring…
- The Big Five Podcast
Pierre Poilievre willing to collaborate in a "no" campaign during a possible referendum. Plus: AI capable of influencing an electoral vote.
Robyn Flynn, sitting in for Elias Makos, is joined by Jimmy Zoubris, Montreal businessman, longtime activist and former special advisor to Valerie Plante and…
- The Big Five Podcast
The province is selling less booze, but you’re paying more for it. Plus: “Radar on steroids” comes to Quebec.
Paul Gott, Lead singer and guitarist for Montreal Punk Rock band the Ripcordz and a journalism professor at Concordia, and Akil Alleyne, Reporter and…
- The Big Five Podcast
What’s next for the Quebec Liberal Party? Plus: Santa robs a grocery store in the Plateau.
Elias Makos is joined by Caroline Codsi, Founder & Chief Equity Officer, Women in Governance, and Sue Smith is a Montreal journalist and broadcaster. With…
- The Big Five Podcast
Pablo Rodriguez steps down. Plus: How much of your tax dollars should go towards art?
Elias Makos is joined by Meeker Guerrier, Commentator at Noovo and RDS, and Justine McIntyre, Strategic consultant and former city councillor. Quebec Liberal…
- The Big Five Podcast
Even more bad headlines for Pablo Rodriguez. Plus: Should Canada have its own version of Las Vegas?
On this Tuesday edition of the BIG 5, Elias is joined by Neil Drabkin, is a lawyer who served as federal prosecutor and a political commentator who was a chief…
- The Big Five Podcast
Montreal reacts to the Bondi Beach terror attack. Plus: Canada ditches Canadian English, Montreal ditches bike path snow removal.
Elias Makos starts off the week with Jimmy Zoubris, Montreal businessman, longtime activist and former special advisor to Valerie Plante, and Jonathan Kalles…
- The Big Five Podcast
Everyone’s picking a side on Pablo Rodriguez’ future. Plus: Get ready for French quotas on Netflix!
Elias Makos caps off the week with Lea Streliski, Best-selling author, comedian and columnist, and Meeker Guerrier, Commentator at Noovo and RDS. Information…
- The Big Five Podcast
Your family medicine clinic may not be shutting down after all. Plus: Is it game over for Pablo Rodriguez?
Elias Makos welcomes back Graham Singh, Pastor at St-Jax Church, and Sue Smith is a Montreal journalist and broadcaster. The breaking news this morning - a…
- The Big Five Podcast
Mark Carney taps a friend to be Canada’s next ambassador to the U.S. Plus: Banning vapes and social media.
Elias Makos is joined by Caroline Codsi, Founder & Chief Equity Officer, Women in Governance, and Political analyst Karim Boulos. Kirsten Hillman…
- The Big Five Podcast
Foul-mouthed mayor apologizes for naughty language. Plus: Is it game over for Pablo Rodriguez?
Elias Makos is joined by Victor Henriquez, Public affairs and crisis management specialist at Public Strategy and Conseil, and Justine McIntyre, Strategic…
- The Big Five Podcast
We celebrate 80 years of CJAD 800. Plus: Trump’s Peace Prize and the $1,500 Quebec flag.
Elias Makos welcomes back Jimmy Zoubris, Montreal businessman, longtime activist and former special advisor to Valerie Plante, and Raphaël…
- The Big Five Podcast
Can Carney score with Trump at the FIFA World Cup draw? Plus: The Quebec Liberals’ scandal-a-day advent calendar.
Elias Makos ends the week off with Neil Drabkin, is a lawyer who served as federal prosecutor and a political commentator who was a chief of staff in the…
- The Big Five Podcast
Your constitutional right to steal from grocery stores. Plus: Should Canada be selling armoured vehicles to ICE?
Elias Makos is joined by Akil Alleyne, Reporter and commentator with extensive experience analysing legal, political, and social issues and Manager of the…
- The Big Five Podcast
Marwah Rizqy gets booted from the Liberals. Plus: There’s not a single problem Quebec can’t fix with a law.
Elias Makos welcomes back Paul Gott, Lead singer and guitarist for Montreal Punk Rock band the Ripcordz and a journalism professor at Concordia, and Justine…
- The Big Five Podcast
Another day, another bad headline for the Quebec Liberals. Plus: The RCMP grounds its fleet of Chinese drones.
Elias Makos is joined by Dan Delmar, Co-founder of the content marketing firm TNKR Media and co-host of the podcast Inspiring Entrepreneurs Canada, and…
- The Big Five Podcast
What would it take for Quebec Anglos to shun the Liberals? Plus: Montreal Police are tracking you with A.I.
Joining Elias on The Big 5 were Jimmy Zoubris, Montreal businessman, longtime activist and former special advisor to Valerie Plante & political analyst Karim…
- The Big Five Podcast
What building will Steven Guilbeault climb this morning? Plus: The NDP’s French n’est pas très bon.
Elias makos ends the week off with Andrew Caddell, columnist for the Hill Times and President of the Task Force on Linguistic policy, and Daniel Tran, Director…
- The Big Five Podcast
Mark Carney drops Canada’s ‘feminist foreign policy’ Plus: Loto-Québec partners with Costco, and not everyone is happy about it
Joining Elias on The Big 5 this morning were Caroline Codsi, Founder & Chief Equity Officer, Women in Governance & Lea Streliski, Best-selling author, comedian…
- The Big Five Podcast
Quebec’s next target is religious schools. Plus: The Quebec judge protecting a criminal’s right to vacation in Florida
Elias Makos is joined by Raphaël Melançon, political analyst for CTV Montreal and CJAD 800, columnist for the Montreal Gazette, and president and…