The Hatchet

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Danielle Smith’s Hottest Takes

October 19, 2026

So today is the day of the Alberta referendum. And we just wanted to share with you some more of my conversation with Jeremy Appel.Here we dig into Danielle Smith’s origins as a media personality, and what that can teach us about her as a political figure. And specifically we take a look at some of the columns she wrote early on in her career where she espouses ideas like….how smoking can actually reduce your risk of cancer.It’s a really interesting lens through which to understand Danielle S...

Can Danielle Smith Control Alberta Separatism?

October 16, 2026

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit hatchetmedia.caMonday is the big day. The modern Alberta separatist movement has existed in one form or another since the 1980s. And Monday's referendum represents the closest they've ever come to achieving their goal.And the person who has gotten them this close to the promised land says she isn't even a separatist herself.It's a very strange position overall. Smith is the leader of a party whose membership is increasingly dominat...

What The Hell Just Happened In Quebec? (w/ Nora Loreto)

October 13, 2026

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit hatchetmedia.caRemember 2014?Pauline Marois, the Parti Québécois Premier of Quebec, had just called an election, trying to turn her minority into a majority. She was running on the so-called Charter of Values and hoping to channel the culture war forces towards a third referendum. She had just recruited Pierre Karl Péladeau, one of the province’s most powerful businessmen, as a star candidate, and it really looked like Quebec sover...

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Who is an ideal guest for The Hatchet?

The Hatchet typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Experienced journalists, investigators, policy specialists, or civil-liberties experts with firsthand knowledge of Canadian politics, policing, public institutions, or accountability issues. Common among recent guests: Substantial reporting or investigative work on Canadian public affairs; Bylines or professional experience at established news organizations; Firsthand field reporting or specialized subject-matter expertise. Recent guests include Allan Woods and Andrew Bates.

How hard is it to get booked on The Hatchet?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

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Recent episodes cover Politics, Canadian Politics, Policing, Public Policy, and Civil Liberties. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.