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“I have missed your up-beat, up-dates. I am so glad you are back.”
Mortonkelevspot via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
11/23/23
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“Politics can seem like a daunting area to start to follow. When can you say you officially “follow politics”? In some ways, I feel like I know next to nothing. Ask me to form an opinion on some large scale political issue with deep-seated tensions on either side and I’ll say, “Let me do some...”Read full review »
lightningbug447 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
06/18/23
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“I never miss an episode!”
Joel in brantford via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
06/14/23
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“Probably the most informative podcast about Ontario and Ontario politics out there, delivered with wit and depth.”
Joey Ott via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
06/07/23
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“Great pod. Dissects all sides and provides details other outlets don’t. Great conversation. Thanks for keeping us informed!”
erniedonaldson via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
06/05/23
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“The absolute best Ontario political podcast! Steve and JMM are so knowledgeable and well informed but also personable, relatable and entertaining. They keep the shows a perfect length too—-short and pithy in their weekly editions but packed with a lot of information.”
MXL:) via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
05/31/23
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“This is my favourite political podcast thanks to the entertaining , personable hosts and the variety of political topics they cover. Well done Steve and John Michael!!”
djakjdbsj via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
05/31/23
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“This podcast is always worth my while, each & every week. Steve is one of, if not the, best in the business and JMM is no slouch himself. Fair, in-depth, and informative.”
HJasonH via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
05/30/23
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“With demise of local newspapers and radio stations this is a a necessary public service”
Brampton reader via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
05/28/23
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“Excellent podcast that gives you good backgrounders in current stories”
Warren Richards via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
05/25/23
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“A must listen to podcast to know everything that is going on in Ontario politics and you learn lots of neat nerdy things like bylaws on escooters, and all the things Bill Davis did for Ontario.”
willpowerIII via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
05/20/23
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“Consistently great show”
b3nob3no via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
05/17/23
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“Appreciate the balanced reporting, cute inter action between the two hosts ( Mentor / Rookie )”
Corner 360 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
05/17/23
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“Thank you Steve, J.-M.M. and team for the refreshingly unbiased takes on political life in this province. Such a valuable service from our public broadcaster!”
jelistrop via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
05/16/23
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“A great podcast for people serious about staying informed.”
nickatnite42 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
05/14/23
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“Steve and John Michael do such a great job analyzing and making digestible the issues of the week for the Province of Ontario. A must listen.”
Rexbron via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
05/12/23
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“Steve Paikin is the best, and JMM is a fantastic side kick. This podcast full of facts and context without being too self-congratulatory. AND Steve is exactly 2 days older than me. June Babies Rule!!”
veblen canuck via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
05/09/23
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“In this day and age of uninformed, Left /Right , name calling, it sure is nice to listen to someone who backs up their polite, balanced comments with obvious knowledge. Thank you. Dave Erb
Nothing has changed since I last wrote this - Amen”
Dave Erb via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
05/06/23
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“Steve and JMM break down policy conundrums through a thoughtful, non-partisan lens. I recommend this podcast to any Ontarian willing to take on citizenship with both the seriousness and humour it richly deserves. The show occupies a critical lacuna of political reporting in this province.”
tackydoorprize via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
05/04/23
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“Great interviews and experts”
Schmutzik via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
05/04/23
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“This program provides a well explained analysis of Ontario politics. Provincial politics tend to get overlooked in Ontario and this podcast provides a wonderful nonpartisan look into the issues facing Ontario. With the historical knowledge of Steve to the in-depth commentary by JMM, this podcast...”Read full review »
ghetto nugget via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
04/12/23
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“A must listen for Ontarians. A focused look into provincial politics explained using everyday language.”
punkyriffs via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
04/12/23
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“I listen to each episode to get clear info and explanations and context of what’s important now in Ontario. This not withstanding week is a great example. Keep it up”
535Toronto via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
11/09/22
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“SP & JMM Could pod 8 days s a week!
In answer to your question; the queen enabled and profited from rape, slavery, murder and theft amongst other crimes against humanity.
Her family’s authority is based on falsehoods and violence.
This is not political it’s historical”
AB in Ottawa via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
09/20/22
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“Exceptional. The shared commitment in striving to present non-partisan balance. The lines of questioning and historical insights of Steve Paikan. John Michael McGrath’s immense Ontario political and policy-based wealth of knowledge. All truly great. The daily podcasts during ON election month...”Read full review »
Aeonic via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
06/09/22
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“If you’re iterested in a weekly synopsis of what’s going on in Ontario Politics, look no further than this one.
Everyone has bias’ but this podcast does a pretty good job of hiding them.
As of this time (21 May 2022), they are doing a weekday podcast until the election in 2 weeks. Very beneficial.”
Blerbyq via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
05/21/22
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“This podcast represents the most thoughtful, evenhanded and informed point of view in contemporary provincial politics to date.
Playful banter yet serious content that most commercial media simply miss (or ignore).
If you’re an Ontarian and not listening, you’re simply missing out.
I publicly...”Read full review »
Hoserlicious via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
05/07/22
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“John Micheal and Steve have a great rapport thank you to both of you”
Scott 46854 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
04/04/22
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“Love the podcast. Give Katie O’Connor a raise!
-J Zanin”
JDZanin via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
02/16/22
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“The perfect balance of informative and accessible, who can do without this weekly drop?”
Ontario Ram via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
02/15/22
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“I moved from Alberta this past year and was looking for a podcast to keep me updated on my new province’s politics and this is it. Steve and JMM are informative and keep things light and positive in a time when most political podcasts are full of anger and partisanship. My issue with Onpoli is...”Read full review »
TheMadBalmer via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
01/25/22
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“I didn’t realize how much I loved this podcast until I woke up today (Tuesday) and thought, oh yay it’s onpoli day! Love the onpoli updates and the banter.”
virginfan via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
12/07/21
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“Wonderful current affairs podcast with the spotlight on Ontario.”
Drewaustin via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
11/23/21
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“An excellent and fair review of the state of Ontario politics. I grew up in Ontario and now live in Nova Scotia, this podcast keeps me totally up to date on everything going on, great dialogue!”
george philp via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
10/23/21
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“In an era where people in media and journalism get a lot of crap sent their way, Let me take time to give love to Steve Paikin and John Michael McGrath much love. I really appreciate the OnPoli podcast. It is truly great to listen to these two professional journalists.”
Kufogo via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
10/19/21
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“This is a great podcast by some of the best political reporters in the business. I particularly appreciate its lack of political slant - they report the facts as they are, and Steve and JMM know their facts and then some.”
Overclock3d via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
10/14/21
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“I look forward to each new episode. I remember when Steve Paiken moderated political debates. He kept politicians in point and kept the talking over of others to a miminum. Please get him to moderate future debates!”
audiobooks forever via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
09/15/21
“Lol. Answer was clear, Steve? No.. no it wasn’t..”
Longlox via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
09/07/21
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“Thank you both, for solid and fact based reporting during these unsettling times. Was wondering if you had heard of evidence that the COVID Alert App was by any means “effective “ since its roll-out? I downloaded when it was recommended, however, have not heard anything recently. Was it worth the...”Read full review »
Cavendish 2020 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
04/29/21
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“Easy way to get up to date on Ontario politics in a half hour. They do a great job breaking down what happened in Ontario politics over a week. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up on all of the developments going on in provincial government and this is easy and fun (I don’t often put fun and politics...”Read full review »
CodyBizrown via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
04/28/21
“A delightful deep-dive into Ontarian politics, with brilliant analysis of the day-to-day goings on along with the host’s reliably insightful and amusing
anecdotes.”
Eros1010 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/26/21
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“We may all have been a bit spoiled when this was a daily podcast, but once a week leaves me wanting more! Could we persuade you to split the difference?”
happy person 😁😁😁😁😁😆 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
04/20/21
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“Everything Steve Paikin touches is high quality, balanced, fair, and professional. I wasn’t familiar with John prior to the pod, but I’m impressed with what I’ve heard so far.
What I really appreciate from this style of reporting is that it isn’t partisan, which is increasingly hard to find...”Read full review »
tessaaaaas via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
04/18/21
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“I wish it was more frequently!”
wofneoabfm via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
04/08/21
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“I like this podcast for the same reason I like The Agenda: balanced and unbiased Ontario politics coverage. The hosts ask tough questions about policy while always keeping it civil. Refreshing.”
josh19888 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
02/23/21
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“JMM, I’m here for the nerdiness of it all. A practical description of what really happens when an MPP is removed from caucus is VERY MUCH the level of detail we expect from this pod and what sets it apart from everything else out there. Love the random historical facts too, Steve!”
Benjy2021 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
01/22/21
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