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Canada has a lot to be proud of in current affairs and world news today, as Prime Minister Mark Carney received a standing ovation for his historic speech at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland with applause heard from nation’s around the world. Let’s review video clips of the most inspiring and crucial moments from Carney’s speech and reflect on this new direction in Canadian politics, as the shockwave ripple effect of his revolutionary words continue to ring in the ears of world leaders everywhere.Without naming US President Trump, Prime Minister Mark Carney rallied the world’s “middle powers” in a powerful manifesto denouncing everything Trump stands for, outlining a new path forward not just for Canada, but for all global leaders who wish to stand up to Trump’s ‘hegemonic’ ‘subordination’.Tune into Episode 349 of The Bill Kelly Podcast for daily politics news updates.This politics news analysis was recorded on January 20, 2026.Don’t forget to like, share, comment and subscribe to support Bill’s work. THANK YOU!Become a podcast member for weekly public and private livestreams, and to hear Bill’s stories and life lessons from 50+ years as a broadcast journalist in his members-only series, THE WAY I SEE IT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeUbzckOLocFzNeY1D72iCA/joinListen to The Bill Kelly Podcast everywhere: https://kite.link/the-bill-kelly-podcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBillKellyPodcast/featuredBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/billkellypodcast.bsky.socialSubStack: billkelly.substack.com/*Comment ‘likes’ on behalf of this channel are an acknowledgment of your comment, not necessarily an endorsement of its contents. Thanks for joining our conversations in critical times!WATCH THIS EPISODE and subscribe to our channel: https://youtu.be/Z-CX8kIeQEo?si=o1QVIBSBBUdMSzoCFURTHER READINGDavos LIVE: Canadian PM Mark Carney speaks at World Economic Forumhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dE981Z_TaVo This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit billkelly.substack.com/subscribe

In Canadian politics news today, Bill welcomes veteran journalist Steve Paikin to discuss the latest wave of Trump news, tariffs and threats and how the impact Canada. Among current affairs, they highlight a profound, yet controversial remark made by Prime Minister Mark Carney recently, which has been echoed by global leaders during this week’s World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland.Tune into Episode 348 of The Bill Kelly Podcast for conversations in critical times and daily politics news updates.This political analysis news interview was recorded on January 20, 2026.Don’t forget to like, share, comment and subscribe to support Bill’s work. THANK YOU!Subscribe to our guest Steve’s channel The Paikin Podcast here: https://www.youtube.com/@ThePaikinPodcastBecome a podcast member for weekly public and private livestreams, and to hear Bill’s stories and life lessons from 50+ years as a broadcast journalist in his members-only series, THE WAY I SEE IT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeUbzckOLocFzNeY1D72iCA/joinListen to The Bill Kelly Podcast everywhere: https://kite.link/the-bill-kelly-podcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBillKellyPodcast/featuredBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/billkellypodcast.bsky.socialSubStack: billkelly.substack.com/*Comment ‘likes’ on behalf of this channel are an acknowledgment of your comment, not necessarily an endorsement of its contents. Thanks for joining these critical discussions in critical times!WATCH THIS EPISODE and subscribe to our channel: https://youtu.be/J3lO8lmnWAA?si=fRdumQh2jwotrRHrFURTHER READINGTrump shares altered map of U.S. flag covering Canada, Greenland and Venezuelahttps://www.ctvnews.ca/canada/article/trump-shares-altered-map-of-us-flag-covering-canada-greenland/Carney stands behind Greenland, calls for criticism of allies who resort to economic coercionhttps://www.theglobeandmail.com/world/article-eu-trump-greenland-tariff-threat/ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit billkelly.substack.com/subscribe

“We take the world as it is, not as we wish it to be,” Prime Minister Mark Carney said when questioned by a reporter on the ethics of Canada’s new economic and trade relationship with China. Prime Minister Mark Carney's recent trade mission to China highlights a crucial shift in Canada's approach to international relations, emphasizing a pragmatic approach to foreign economic policy in what he has controversially described as "a new order" in the world. This includes navigating the complexities of Canada China trade deal discussions and the implications of US Trump tariffs, as Canada has no choice but to seek economic relations with increasingly authoritarian global superpowers.Tune into Episode 347 of The Bill Kelly Podcast for conversations in critical times and daily politics news updates.This news podcast episode was recorded on January 19, 2026.Don’t forget to like, share, comment and subscribe to support Bill’s work. THANK YOU!Become a podcast member for weekly public and private livestreams, and to hear Bill’s stories and life lessons from 50+ years as a broadcast journalist in his members-only series, THE WAY I SEE IT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeUbzckOLocFzNeY1D72iCA/joinListen to The Bill Kelly Podcast everywhere: https://kite.link/the-bill-kelly-podcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBillKellyPodcast/featuredBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/billkellypodcast.bsky.socialSubStack: billkelly.substack.com/*Comment ‘likes’ on behalf of this channel are an acknowledgment of your comment, not necessarily an endorsement of its contents. Thanks for joining these critical discussions in critical times!WATCH THIS EPISODE and subscribe to our channel: https://youtu.be/03SS5ALyZnM?si=gX2wqnCQdoYbs213FURTHER READINGCarney Cuts Trade Deal for Chinese EVs. Will It Hurt Canada’s Auto Industry Like Doug Ford Says?https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fXi-8usdRaQIt’s clear Carney is now dealing with the world ‘as it is’https://www.theglobeandmail.com/politics/opinion/article-its-clear-carney-is-now-dealing-with-the-world-as-it-is/ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit billkelly.substack.com/subscribe

This is a polished version of our YouTube livestream discussing Prime Minister Carney’s trade deal mission to China this week, where Bill answers questions and chats with his listeners about breaking news stories.This livestream edition of The Bill Kelly Podcast was recorded on January 14, 2026.Don’t forget to like, share, comment and subscribe to support Bill’s work! THANK YOU!Become a podcast member for weekly public and private livestreams, and to hear Bill’s stories and life lessons from 50+ years as a broadcast journalist in his members-only series, THE WAY I SEE IT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeUbzckOLocFzNeY1D72iCA/joinListen to The Bill Kelly Podcast everywhere: https://kite.link/the-bill-kelly-podcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBillKellyPodcast/featuredBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/billkellypodcast.bsky.socialSubStack: billkelly.substack.com/*Comment ‘likes’ on behalf of this channel are an acknowledgment of your comment, not necessarily an endorsement of its contents. Thanks for joining these critical discussions in critical times!WATCH THIS LIVESTREAM and subscribe to our channel: https://www.youtube.com/live/shf1UxXrRv8?si=hb3Ckx6LURwK8a9wFind the latest news update on Carney’s trade deal with China in today’s episode: https://youtu.be/fXi-8usdRaQ?si=s3EGOtW-H2q7RKra This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit billkelly.substack.com/subscribe

Prime Minister Mark Carney cut an important trade deal with China this week that allows some electric vehicles into the Canadian market at a tariff rate of 6.1%. Ontario Premier Doug Ford slammed the reduced tariffs, but what is really the biggest threat to Canada’s auto industry? Let’s talk about the facts of this Canada news today.Tune into Episode 346 of The Bill Kelly Podcast for conversations in critical times and daily politics news updates.This news podcast episode was recorded on January 16, 2026.Don’t forget to like, share, comment and subscribe to support Bill’s work. THANK YOU!Become a podcast member for weekly public and private livestreams, and to hear Bill’s stories and life lessons from 50+ years as a broadcast journalist in his members-only series, THE WAY I SEE IT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeUbzckOLocFzNeY1D72iCA/joinListen to The Bill Kelly Podcast everywhere: https://kite.link/the-bill-kelly-podcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBillKellyPodcast/featuredBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/billkellypodcast.bsky.socialSubStack: billkelly.substack.com/*Comment ‘likes’ on behalf of this channel are an acknowledgment of your comment, not necessarily an endorsement of its contents. Thanks for joining these critical discussions in critical times!WATCH THIS EPISODE and subscribe to our channel: https://youtu.be/fXi-8usdRaQ?si=HqRtNv2BADXqr8bAFURTHER READINGDoug Ford slams Canada’s ‘lopsided’ new EV deal with Chinahttps://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/toronto/doug-ford-canadian-electric-vehicle-deal-china-9.7048225Carney's Trade Mission to China Is What Canada NEEDS to Fight Trump Tariffs | News Todayhttps://youtu.be/FCO8hLkepPw?si=lDrxHNNiC3kJB7xS This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit billkelly.substack.com/subscribe

In Canadian politics news today, Prime Minister Carney has just landed in Beijing, China for important trade talks that could change the political and economic landscape of multiple provinces. The trade topic on everyone’s mind are the tariffs on Chinese EVs and Canadian canola.Let’s break down everything you need to know about the Canadian political history and economic factors up for debate, as well as major trade news updates on Canada-China tariff negotiations. Once upon a time, Canada and China were amicable trade partners… What should Canadians expect Carney to return home with?Tune into Episode 344 of The Bill Kelly Podcast for conversations in critical times and daily politics news updates.This episode was recorded on January 13, 2026.Don’t forget to like, share, comment and subscribe to support Bill’s work. THANK YOU!Become a podcast member for weekly public and private livestreams, and to hear Bill’s stories and life lessons from 50+ years as a broadcast journalist in his members-only series, THE WAY I SEE IT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeUbzckOLocFzNeY1D72iCA/joinListen to The Bill Kelly Podcast everywhere: https://kite.link/the-bill-kelly-podcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBillKellyPodcast/featuredBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/billkellypodcast.bsky.socialSubStack: billkelly.substack.com/*Comment ‘likes’ on behalf of this channel are an acknowledgment of your comment, not necessarily an endorsement of its contents. Thanks for joining these critical discussions in critical times!WATCH THIS EPISODE and subscribe to our channel: https://youtu.be/FCO8hLkepPw This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit billkelly.substack.com/subscribe

US President Trump has recently embarrassed himself by taking over Venezuela for their decaying oil industry that nobody wanted. Oil and gas executives have many reasons to feel Venezuela is “un-investible” as recently stated by an Exxon executive. Bill welcomes back Markham Hislop of Energi Media to explain the various economic and political challenges, as well as the utter incompetence, of Trump’s oil-driven expansionist “plans” in Venezuela, and how it could affect Canada’s oil industry and economic decision-making.Tune into Episode 344 of The Bill Kelly Podcast for conversations in critical times.This politics news podcast interview was recorded on January 13, 2026.Don’t forget to like, share, comment and subscribe to support Bill’s work. THANK YOU!Subscribe to Markham Hislop’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@EnergiMediaBecome a podcast member for weekly public and private livestreams, and to hear Bill’s stories and life lessons from 50+ years as a broadcast journalist in his members-only series, THE WAY I SEE IT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeUbzckOLocFzNeY1D72iCA/joinListen to The Bill Kelly Podcast everywhere: https://kite.link/the-bill-kelly-podcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBillKellyPodcast/featuredBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/billkellypodcast.bsky.socialSubStack: billkelly.substack.com/CHAPTERS05:52 Venezuela’s Oil Industry and U.S. Interests08:50 Challenges of Investing in Venezuela12:12 Trump’s Lack of Awareness and Planning15:08 Economic Viability of Venezuelan Oil28:22 The Future of Oil Demand and Industry Perspectives33:15 China’s Strategic Oil Supply Management39:09 The Alberta Oil Industry’s Current State43:25 Canada’s Energy Strategy and Market Competitiveness51:24 Decarbonization vs. Electrification Strategies*Comment ‘likes’ on behalf of this channel are an acknowledgment of your comment, not necessarily an endorsement of its contents. Thanks for joining these critical discussions in critical times!WATCH THIS EPISODE and subscribe to our channel: Trump is HUMILIATED! Exxon Says Venezuela is "Un-Investible", So Americans Must Pay BILLIONS! https://youtu.be/aR96CU252K8MORE RESOURCESExxon says Venezuela is “Un-Investible.” Here’s Whyhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_xwocCtzC0sTrump’s Obsession with Venezuela Oil Has HUGE Repercussions For Canada’s Economy | Politics Newshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=73Rg9COkVhE This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit billkelly.substack.com/subscribe

In Canadian politics news today, the topic of Canada’s national security is on everyone’s mind as multiple pivotal strategic military and defense decisions loom before Prime Minister Mark Carney’s government, as US President Donald Trump’s western hemisphere domination plans, threats to Greenland and NATO become bolder and clearer by the day. To shed light on this ongoing breaking news story, Bill interviews Canadian military and strategic defense expert Christian Leuprecht, who is a Distinguished Professor at the Royal Military College of Canada.Bill asks Prof. Leuprecht pressing questions Canadians are concerned about like whether or not he believes F-35 fighter jets deal with the United States is still a good idea, what he thinks about Trump’s use of the Monroe Doctrine and what PM Carney needs to do to prepare Canada’s military and defense capabilities with escalating geopolitical dynamics.Tune into Episode 343 of The Bill Kelly Podcast for conversations in critical times.This guest interview was recorded on January 12, 2025.Don’t forget to like, share, comment and subscribe to support Bill’s work. THANK YOU!Become a podcast member for weekly public and private livestreams, and to hear Bill’s stories and life lessons from 50+ years as a broadcast journalist in his members-only series, THE WAY I SEE IT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeUbzckOLocFzNeY1D72iCA/joinListen to The Bill Kelly Podcast everywhere: https://kite.link/the-bill-kelly-podcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBillKellyPodcast/featuredBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/billkellypodcast.bsky.socialSubStack: billkelly.substack.com/CHAPTERS00:00 The Trump Doctrine and Its Implications03:07 NATO’s Current Challenges and Future05:59 Geostrategic Concerns in the Arctic09:07 The Role of NORAD and Canadian Sovereignty11:48 The Historical Context of U.S. Intervention14:52 Canada’s Defense Strategy and Economic Sovereignty18:06 The Need for Urgent Action in Defense21:06 Lessons from Ukraine and Future Goals23:52 The Importance of Natural Resources for Defense Funding32:32 Understanding Global Threats37:33 Canada’s Role in Global Defense45:05 Navigating Military Procurement Decisions*Comment ‘likes’ on behalf of this channel are an acknowledgment of your comment, not necessarily an endorsement of its contents. Thanks for joining these critical discussions in critical times!WATCH THIS EPISODE and subscribe to our channel: https://youtu.be/ZPZdEmnjwSg This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit billkelly.substack.com/subscribe

In Canada-US politics news today, Us President Donald Trump told The New York Times that only “his own morality” and no laws could ever stop him. Meanwhile, the CEO of Scotiabank Scott Thompson explicitly endorsed Trump’s western hemisphere domination plans and takeover of the Venezuelan government, claiming it will be ‘good for business’. Is it good news for Canada, though?Let’s take a look at some of Trump’s latest conquistador comments as well as what some global political leaders and analysts like Bob Rae, Steven Miller and (a presumably terrified, or totally obtuse) member of the Danish Parliament has to say.Tune into Episode 342 of The Bill Kelly Podcast for conversations in critical times.This podcast was recorded on January 12, 2025.Don’t forget to like, share, comment and subscribe to support Bill’s work. THANK YOU!Become a podcast member for weekly public and private livestreams, and to hear Bill’s stories and life lessons from 50+ years as a broadcast journalist in his members-only series, THE WAY I SEE IT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeUbzckOLocFzNeY1D72iCA/joinListen to The Bill Kelly Podcast everywhere: https://kite.link/the-bill-kelly-podcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBillKellyPodcast/featuredBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/billkellypodcast.bsky.socialSubStack: billkelly.substack.com/*Comment ‘likes’ on behalf of this channel are an acknowledgment of your comment, not necessarily an endorsement of its contents. Thanks for joining these critical discussions in critical times!WATCH THIS EPISODE and subscribe to our channel: https://youtu.be/OStM2wAd2IoSOURCES / FURTHER READINGThoughts on Tyranny, Justice, Sovereignty, and Politics (Bob Rae)https://www.policymagazine.ca/thoughts-on-tyranny-justice-sovereignty-and-politics/Scotiabank CEO sees ‘Trump Doctrine’ as positive for growthhttps://financialpost.com/fp-finance/banking/scotiabank-ceo-sees-trump-doctrine-as-positive-for-growthTrump ramps up Greenland threats and says US will intervene ‘whether they like it or not’https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/jan/09/trump-greenland-threats-white-house?utm_source=substack&utm_medium=emailThe Lead with Jake Tapper: White House To Brief Key Lawmakers On Venezuela; Trump Insists The U.S. Is “In Charge” Of Venezuela; Maduro, Wife Plead Not Guilty In First Court Appearance; Poll: Americans Split Over U.S. Military Action In Venezuela. Aired 5-6p EThttps://transcripts.cnn.com/show/cg/date/2026-01-05/segment/01#:~:text=MILLER%3A%20And%20I%20want%20to,they’re%20not%20quite%20sure%20about.Trump Lays Out a Vision of Power Restrained Only by ‘My Own Morality’https://www.nytimes.com/2026/01/08/us/politics/trump-interview-power-morality.htmlI’m in Denmark’s Parliament. Mr. President, We’re Already on Your Side.https://www.nytimes.com/2026/01/11/opinion/greenland-denmark-trump-nato.html This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit billkelly.substack.com/subscribe

In Canadian politics news today, Bill responds to a comment we get a lot on the channel, which essentially calls on Prime Minister Carney to drop the deal for more F-35 fighter jets with the United States in favour of building up Canada’s military by partnering with Sweden’s Saab to purchase made-in-Canada Gripen E fighter jets instead.Prime Minister Carney has put the deal on hold for a “review process”, seemingly using it as a bargaining chip in CUSMA trade deal negotiations. But perhaps Canada, and the shifting global political landscape, would benefit more from Carney’s political leadership, boldly refusing further intertwine our militaries and giving the US regime a taste of its own non-compliance medicine.Tune into Episode 341 of The Bill Kelly Podcast for conversations in critical times.This podcast was recorded on January 10, 2025.Don’t forget to like, share, comment and subscribe to support Bill’s work. THANK YOU!Become a podcast member for weekly public and private livestreams, and to hear Bill’s stories and life lessons from 50+ years as a broadcast journalist in his members-only series, THE WAY I SEE IT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeUbzckOLocFzNeY1D72iCA/joinListen to The Bill Kelly Podcast everywhere: https://kite.link/the-bill-kelly-podcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBillKellyPodcast/featuredBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/billkellypodcast.bsky.socialSubStack: billkelly.substack.com/*Comment ‘likes’ on behalf of this channel are an acknowledgment of your comment, not necessarily an endorsement of its contents. Thanks for joining these critical discussions in critical times!WATCH THIS EPISODE and subscribe to our channel: https://youtu.be/GQ2QxhG_dnw?si=QuAgVljhZBx5NzBuFURTHER READINGCanada’s battle of the fighter jets: F-35 vs the Gripenhttps://ottawacitizen.com/public-service/defence-watch/canada-fighter-jets-f-35-gripenCanadian NORAD Commander’s View On Future F-35 Fighter Forcehttps://www.twz.com/air/canadian-norad-commanders-view-on-future-f-35-fighter-forceGripen vs. F-35: US Ambassador Hoekstra BLACKMAILS Canada Over Fighter Jets Deal | Ep. 282 Newshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r2BaM-5Q4OQ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit billkelly.substack.com/subscribe

In Canadian politics news today, with Prime Minister Carney’s upcoming trade trip to China, the spin doctors have been hard at work this week. Let me fix the title of an op-ed published yesterday titled “Carney Cozying Up to China Aligns Us With Those Who Would Destroy Us”… And let’s review pertinent Canadian politics history to see which party has traditionally laid the political framework aligning Canada’s economy towards trade deals with China.New data shows Canada’s trade with other countries is up, and trade with the United States is down. By diversifying away from United States dependency, Carney is protecting Canada’s economy.Tune into Episode 340 of The Bill Kelly Podcast for conversations in critical times.This podcast was recorded on January 9, 2025.Don’t forget to like, share, comment and subscribe to support Bill’s work. THANK YOU!Become a podcast member for weekly public and private livestreams, and to hear Bill’s stories and life lessons from 50+ years as a broadcast journalist in his members-only series, THE WAY I SEE IT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeUbzckOLocFzNeY1D72iCA/joinListen to The Bill Kelly Podcast everywhere: https://kite.link/the-bill-kelly-podcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBillKellyPodcast/featuredBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/billkellypodcast.bsky.socialSubStack: billkelly.substack.com/*Comment ‘likes’ on behalf of this channel are an acknowledgment of your comment, not necessarily an endorsement of its contents. Thanks for joining these critical discussions in critical times!WATCH THIS EPISODE and subscribe to our channel: https://youtu.be/OZCs0DftMDAFURTHER READINGGeoff Russ: Carney cozying up to China aligns us with those who would destroy ushttps://nationalpost.com/opinion/geoff-russ-carney-cozying-up-to-china-aligns-us-with-those-who-would-destroy-usCanada’s share of exports to U.S. hit lowest level in decades in Octoberhttps://www.cbc.ca/news/business/canada-trade-oct-2025-9.7037913 This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit billkelly.substack.com/subscribe

Everyone is talking about Greenland, so let’s dive into why it’s so strategically important to Canada and all NATO countries in our politics news update today. Is this all part of a master plan to blow up NATO?Tune into Episode 339 of The Bill Kelly Podcast for conversations in critical times.This podcast was recorded on January 7, 2025.Don’t forget to like, share, comment and subscribe to support Bill’s work. THANK YOU!Become a podcast member for weekly public and private livestreams, and to hear Bill’s stories and life lessons from 50+ years as a broadcast journalist in his members-only series, THE WAY I SEE IT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeUbzckOLocFzNeY1D72iCA/joinListen to The Bill Kelly Podcast everywhere: https://kite.link/the-bill-kelly-podcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBillKellyPodcast/featuredBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/billkellypodcast.bsky.socialSubStack: billkelly.substack.com/*Comment ‘likes’ on behalf of this channel are an acknowledgment of your comment, not necessarily an endorsement of its contents. Thanks for joining these critical discussions in critical times!WATCH THIS EPISODE and subscribe to our channel: https://youtu.be/RLj7ZI1Ft94 This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit billkelly.substack.com/subscribe

There’s a lot going on in Canadian politics news today ahead of US-Canada CUSMA trade deal negotiations, including Prime Minister Mark Carney’s meeting with the Premiers and an economic relations trip to China. Plus, Pierre Poilievre continues to scream into his online echo chamber instead of offering constructive solutions. Let’s talk about it!Tune into Episode 338 of The Bill Kelly Podcast for conversations in critical times.This interview was recorded on January 8, 2025.Don’t forget to like, share, comment and subscribe to support Bill’s work. THANK YOU!Become a podcast member for weekly public and private livestreams, and to hear Bill’s stories and life lessons from 50+ years as a broadcast journalist in his members-only series, THE WAY I SEE IT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeUbzckOLocFzNeY1D72iCA/joinListen to The Bill Kelly Podcast everywhere: https://kite.link/the-bill-kelly-podcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBillKellyPodcast/featuredBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/billkellypodcast.bsky.socialSubStack: billkelly.substack.com/*Comment ‘likes’ on behalf of this channel are an acknowledgment of your comment, not necessarily an endorsement of its contents. Thanks for joining these critical discussions in critical times!WATCH THIS EPISODE and subscribe to our channel: https://youtu.be/B5QGLZMrISoFURTHER READINGRight track sentiment recovers after record low under PM Trudeau – Views on federal provincial relations hits 19 year record high. (Nanos)https://nanos.co/right-track-sentiment-recovers-after-record-low-under-pm-trudeau-views-on-federal-provincial-relations-hits-19-year-record-high-nanos/PM Carney to host premiers this month as CUSMA talks ramp uphttps://www.ctvnews.ca/politics/article/carney-premiers-to-meet-in-ottawa-this-month-to-discuss-cusma/Mark Carney’s elbows are up on a bended kneehttps://www.nationalobserver.com/2026/01/08/opinion/carney-trump-us-canada-relations-venezuela This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit billkelly.substack.com/subscribe

In our political news update today, let’s discuss Trump’s dismantling of journalistic integrity through the lens of CBS News. But first, a thank you to our listeners and everyone who supports independent journalism. Staying informed, thinking critically and bravely challenging untrue narratives is our collective way forward. Thank you for doing this important work with us.Tune into Episode 337 of The Bill Kelly Podcast for conversations in critical times.This interview was recorded on January 6, 2025.Don’t forget to like, share, comment and subscribe to support Bill’s work. THANK YOU!Become a podcast member for weekly public and private livestreams, and to hear Bill’s stories and life lessons from 50+ years as a broadcast journalist in his members-only series, THE WAY I SEE IT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeUbzckOLocFzNeY1D72iCA/joinListen to The Bill Kelly Podcast everywhere: https://kite.link/the-bill-kelly-podcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBillKellyPodcast/featuredBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/billkellypodcast.bsky.socialSubStack: billkelly.substack.com/*Comment ‘likes’ on behalf of this channel are an acknowledgment of your comment, not necessarily an endorsement of its contents. Thanks for joining these critical discussions in critical times!WATCH THIS EPISODE and subscribe to our channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z6Bml_rjousFURTHER READINGCBS News Editor Bari Weiss Defends Decision to Pull ‘60 Minutes’ Segmenthttps://www.wsj.com/business/media/cbs-news-editor-bari-weiss-defends-decision-to-pull-60-minutes-segment-31ace614 This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit billkelly.substack.com/subscribe

In today’s politics news update, Bill looks at three political messages espoused by pro-democracy politicians in the United States, including segments of recent speeches by Bernie Sanders, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez during the inauguration of New York City’s new Mayor Zohran Mamdani and an article in The Atlantic about Gavin Newsom. Which political messaging strategy do you resonate with the most, or are these policies “too radical” as some pundits insist? Is one message strong enough to be the catalyst that heals American democracy? Or will it take a spectrum? Let’s talk about it.Tune into Episode 336 of The Bill Kelly Podcast for conversations in critical times.This interview was recorded on January 6, 2025.Don’t forget to like, share, comment and subscribe to support Bill’s work. THANK YOU!Become a podcast member for weekly public and private livestreams, and to hear Bill’s stories and life lessons from 50+ years as a broadcast journalist in his members-only series, THE WAY I SEE IT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeUbzckOLocFzNeY1D72iCA/joinListen to The Bill Kelly Podcast everywhere: https://kite.link/the-bill-kelly-podcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBillKellyPodcast/featuredBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/billkellypodcast.bsky.socialSubStack: https://billkelly.substack.com/*Comment ‘likes’ on behalf of this channel are an acknowledgment of your comment, not necessarily an endorsement of its contents. Thanks for joining these critical discussions in critical times!WATCH THIS EPISODE and subscribe to our channel: https://youtu.be/dVTBzvHxeNsSOURCESThe Front Runner - Gavin Newsomhttps://www.theatlantic.com/politics/2026/01/gavin-newsom-feature/685410/AOC at the Inauguration of Zohran Mamdani. | Alexandria Ocasio-Cortezhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ehr5NSM9tBo&t=89sI have some good news and some bad news - Bernie Sanders YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4oWjBtBVoNY&t=9s This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit billkelly.substack.com/subscribe

Conservative pundits and their witless leader have already twisted Chrystia Freeland’s (totally foreseeable and unsurprising) resignation “in the coming weeks” to pursue an unpaid (!!) role supporting Ukraine’s war rebuild efforts, and it’s got me frustrated. Canadians have had enough of Pierre’s dirty, divisive and hypocritical politics. Let’s talk about this breaking Canadian politics news, today.Tune into Episode 335 of The Bill Kelly Podcast for conversations in critical times.This interview was recorded on January 6, 2025.Don’t forget to like, share, comment and subscribe to support Bill’s work. THANK YOU!Become a podcast member for weekly public and private livestreams, and to hear Bill’s stories and life lessons from 50+ years as a broadcast journalist in his members-only series, THE WAY I SEE IT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeUbzckOLocFzNeY1D72iCA/joinListen to The Bill Kelly Podcast everywhere: https://kite.link/the-bill-kelly-podcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBillKellyPodcast/featuredBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/billkellypodcast.bsky.socialSubStack: billkelly.substack.com/*Comment ‘likes’ on behalf of this channel are an acknowledgment of your comment, not necessarily an endorsement of its contents. Thanks for joining these critical discussions in critical times!WATCH THIS EPISODE and subscribe to our channel: https://youtu.be/tIvWxvUBZ6E This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit billkelly.substack.com/subscribe

What kind of upside down world does Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre live in? In Canadian politics news today, he accused Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney in an open letter today that is riddled with political spin deliberately spreading disinformation to Canadians. Don’t let him get away with dismantling our democratic pillars and SHARE this episode widely. Let’s talk about the truth and acknowledge the facts he so desperately tries to distract us from.Tune into Episode 334 of The Bill Kelly Podcast for conversations in critical times.This interview was recorded on January 6, 2025.Don’t forget to like, share, comment and subscribe to support Bill’s work. THANK YOU!Become a podcast member for weekly public and private livestreams, and to hear Bill’s stories and life lessons from 50+ years as a broadcast journalist in his members-only series, THE WAY I SEE IT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeUbzckOLocFzNeY1D72iCA/joinListen to The Bill Kelly Podcast everywhere: https://kite.link/the-bill-kelly-podcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBillKellyPodcast/featuredBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/billkellypodcast.bsky.socialSubStack: billkelly.substack.com/*Comment ‘likes’ on behalf of this channel are an acknowledgment of your comment, not necessarily an endorsement of its contents. Thanks for joining these critical discussions in critical times!WATCH THIS EPISODE and subscribe to our channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h3kleu1dajoFURTHER READINGPoilievre calls for immediate pipeline approval following U.S. action in Venezuelahttps://www.ipolitics.ca/2026/01/06/poilievre-calls-for-immediate-pipeline-approval-following-u-s-action-in-venezuela/Canadian oil not at risk, Mark Carney says, as Pierre Poilievre urges quick decision on new pipelinehttps://ca.news.yahoo.com/canadian-oil-not-risk-mark-163103168.html This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit billkelly.substack.com/subscribe

January 6, 2026 is the 5th anniversary of the Capitol Hill riots, otherwise known as Trump’s insurrection day. Bill remembers the political news highlights, US politics civics background and details of this tragic event in American history, as well as the legal and political fallout that ensued.Bill also reflects on what Canada and the world learned from the events that transpired, including Trump’s team. He got away with trying to overthrow a democracy once, and didn’t make the same ‘mistakes’ this time around. Plus, isn’t it ironic that he essentially “arrested” Maduro for the same thing he tried to do on January 6th, 2021?Tune into Episode 322 of The Bill Kelly Podcast for conversations in critical times.This interview was recorded on January 5, 2025.Don’t forget to like, share, comment and subscribe to support Bill’s work. THANK YOU!Become a podcast member for weekly public and private livestreams, and to hear Bill’s stories and life lessons from 50+ years as a broadcast journalist in his members-only series, THE WAY I SEE IT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeUbzckOLocFzNeY1D72iCA/joinListen to The Bill Kelly Podcast everywhere: https://kite.link/the-bill-kelly-podcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBillKellyPodcast/featuredBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/billkellypodcast.bsky.socialSubStack: billkelly.substack.com/*Comment ‘likes’ on behalf of this channel are an acknowledgment of your comment, not necessarily an endorsement of its contents. Thanks for joining these critical discussions in critical times!WATCH THIS EPISODE and subscribe to our channel: https://youtu.be/BMr_JuiUhgYFURTHER READINGU.S. Sens. Ted Cruz, John Cornyn vote against commission to investigate January insurrectionhttps://www.texastribune.org/2021/05/28/ted-cruz-john-cornyn-senate-insurrection-commission/What happened on Jan. 6: Trump stands back as rioters breach Capitol - Washington Posthttps://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/interactive/2021/what-happened-trump-jan-6-insurrection/New evidence unsealed of how Trump’s Jan. 6, 2021 rally was fundedhttps://www.usatoday.com/story/news/politics/elections/2024/10/18/donald-trump-election-interference-case-new-evidence/75714784007/Trump allies behind rally that ignited Capitol riot, records showhttps://www.latimes.com/world-nation/story/2021-01-17/records-trump-allies-behind-rally-that-ignited-capitol-riotSen. Ted Cruz responds after video showed Capitol rioter saying senator ‘would want us to do this’https://abc13.com/post/ted-cruz-the-new-yorker-video-senator-capitol-riots-trump-mob/9760435/ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit billkelly.substack.com/subscribe

In breaking US news, last night Trump attacked Venezuela with aerial bombs, captured President Maduro and in a press conference today, stated his mission is to “run the country” and install a new regime of Trump loyalists, in order to “rebuild” with American oil money and takeover oil operations. Bill highlights key moments of Trump’s speech today, reviewing video footage and providing political context as to why this is happening, now. Will Trump invade Canada for our resources, next? Let’s talk about it.Tune into Episode 320 of The Bill Kelly Podcast for conversations in critical times.This interview was recorded on January 3, 2025.Don’t forget to like, share, comment and subscribe to support Bill’s work. THANK YOU!Become a podcast member for weekly public and private livestreams, and to hear Bill’s stories and life lessons from 50+ years as a broadcast journalist in his members-only series, THE WAY I SEE IT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeUbzckOLocFzNeY1D72iCA/joinListen to The Bill Kelly Podcast everywhere: https://kite.link/the-bill-kelly-podcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBillKellyPodcast/featuredBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/billkellypodcast.bsky.socialSubStack: https://billkelly.substack.com/*Comment ‘likes’ on behalf of this channel are an acknowledgment of your comment, not necessarily an endorsement of its contents. Thanks for joining these critical discussions in critical times!WATCH THIS EPISODE and subscribe to our channel: https://youtu.be/a7Q9S8xyAzo?si=yA91HRk97cYGM8oJFURTHER READINGVenezuela Air Strikes: Video Shows Explosions in Caracashttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=acgSzu8UR0ATrump Posts Video of Military Moves, Photo of Maduro’s Capturehttps://www.wsj.com/livecoverage/venezuela-strikes/card/trump-posts-video-and-photo-of-maduro-s-capture-PKsiJy6nkGLTRB4l7zzBTrump says US to “run” Venezuela after “large-scale strikes” lead to capture of Maduro | FULLhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aTknzglVZx4World leaders largely express concern, some praise, about US capture of Madurohttps://www.politico.com/news/2026/01/03/maduro-captured-world-reaction-00709580 This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit billkelly.substack.com/subscribe

In US-Canadian politics news, Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre has created an uproar on social media platform X for his congratulations of US President Trump’s illegal takeover of Venezuela. Let’s take a look at other responses from world leaders to this ongoing breaking news story, and analyze the political and historical context for what this means for Canada.Tune into Episode 321 of The Bill Kelly Podcast for conversations in critical times.This interview was recorded on January 4, 2025.Don’t forget to like, share, comment and subscribe to support Bill’s work. THANK YOU!Become a podcast member for weekly public and private livestreams, and to hear Bill’s stories and life lessons from 50+ years as a broadcast journalist in his members-only series, THE WAY I SEE IT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeUbzckOLocFzNeY1D72iCA/joinListen to The Bill Kelly Podcast everywhere: https://kite.link/the-bill-kelly-podcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBillKellyPodcast/featuredBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/billkellypodcast.bsky.socialSubStack: billkelly.substack.com/*Comment ‘likes’ on behalf of this channel are an acknowledgment of your comment, not necessarily an endorsement of its contents. Thanks for joining these critical discussions in critical times!WATCH THIS EPISODE and subscribe to our channel: https://youtu.be/IIMx4Rjrs8QFURTHER READINGFURIOUS Canada RESPONDS STRONGLY to TRUMP INVASIONhttps://youtu.be/tywrgZBR7H4BREAKING: Trump “Captures” Venezuelan President, Declares Plan to "Run the Country" INDEFINITELY! https://youtu.be/iL-cvaMy__E This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit billkelly.substack.com/subscribe