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Two Blocks from the White House

Paul Hunter, Katie Simpson, Willy Lowry

Booking Overview

A weekly current-affairs panel focused on U.S. politics, Canada-U.S. relations, and the implications of American news for Canada, with occasional appearances from fellow CBC correspondents and subject-matter journalists. Credible pitches include experienced political reporters, trade and economic policy specialists, diplomats, and election analysts with direct expertise in North American affairs; booking difficulty is medium because the show requires a strong Canada-U.S. relevance and authoritative perspective.

Metrics

Episodes: 42

Frequency: Weekly

Rating: 4.8/5.0

Estimated listeners: 1,000 - 10,000

Gender skew: Neutral

Listener location: Canada

YouTube: 639.0k subscribers

Instagram: 771.0k followers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

podcasting@cbc.ca

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Host

Paul Hunter - CBC Washington correspondent covering U.S. politics and major developments in Washington.

Katie Simpson - CBC Washington correspondent covering U.S. politics and Canada-U.S. affairs.

Willy Lowry - CBC Washington correspondent covering U.S. politics and major developments affecting Canada and the United States.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

medium
Typical Credentials:  
Experienced political journalists, correspondents, policy specialists, economists, diplomats, or election analysts with direct expertise in U.S. politics or Canada-U.S. affairs.
Required Achievements:  
Established reporting or professional expertise in North American politics, Direct analysis of trade, elections, diplomacy, or bilateral relations

Recent Guest Discussions

Louis Blouin - How Americans In Ohio And Iowa View The Canada-u.s. Trade War, Tariffs, And Potential Effects On Daily Life And Voting.

Katie Nicholson - How Americans In Ohio And Iowa View The Canada-u.s. Trade War, Tariffs, And Potential Effects On Daily Life And Voting.

Recent Topics

Politics, American Politics, Canada Us Relations, Trade Policy, Elections

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
Two Blocks from the White House
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Key U.S. midterm races for Canadians to watch

October 14, 2026

Ohio, Maine and Texas are the states to keep tabs on this midterm election, according to our Washington correspondents. Whether it's tension over data centre development in Ohio, debates over tariffs and trade ties with Canada in Maine, or concerns about a race so tight that they have Donald Trump flying to Texas three times in one month – Katie Simpson, Willy Lowry and Paul Hunter break down the high stakes in these key battlegrounds.

What a midterm loss could mean for Trump — and Canada

October 07, 2026

The chances of the Republicans winning the House in the U.S. midterms are increasingly slim, according to the polls. They may even lose the Senate, as Democrats continue to gain ground. But even if the Democrats sweep the midterm election in November, what difference could it make? Washington correspondents Katie Simpson, Willy Lowry and Paul Hunter break down whether a party switch in Congress and the Senate could curb Donald Trump's power, and what it could mean for Canada-U.S. trade relati...

Is a Democratic blue wave inevitable in the U.S.?

September 30, 2026

According to the polls, the Democrats are poised to take back both the House and the Senate in the upcoming U.S. midterm elections — a prospect that would have seemed improbable a year ago. But the polls have been wrong before. While Donald Trump's approval ratings have hit an all-time low, a lot can change for the Republican Party between now and Nov. 3. Washington correspondents Katie Simpson, Willy Lowry and Paul Hunter take a look at where the midterm races are heating up, what's at stake...

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Frequently asked questions

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Two Blocks from the White House
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How do I get in touch with Two Blocks from the White House?

Two Blocks from the White House is hosted by Paul Hunter and Katie Simpson. Its publicly listed email is podcasting@cbc.ca. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Two Blocks from the White House?

The publicly listed email for Two Blocks from the White House: podcasting@cbc.ca.

How many listeners does Two Blocks from the White House have?

Podseeker estimates Two Blocks from the White House reaches 1,000 to 10,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Two Blocks from the White House?

Two Blocks from the White House typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Experienced political journalists, correspondents, policy specialists, economists, diplomats, or election analysts with direct expertise in U.S. politics or Canada-U.S. affairs. Common among recent guests: Established reporting or professional expertise in North American politics; Direct analysis of trade, elections, diplomacy, or bilateral relations. Recent guests include Louis Blouin and Katie Nicholson.

How hard is it to get booked on Two Blocks from the White House?

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

What topics does Two Blocks from the White House cover?

Recent episodes cover Politics, American Politics, Canada Us Relations, Trade Policy, and Elections. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

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