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The Missing Middle with Mike Moffatt and Sabrina Maddeaux
Welcome to the Missing Middle, a podcast about why the middle class in Canada is disappearing. We hope to help you understand why life is becoming unaffordable for so many in this country, and what can be done to reverse course.
Episodes
102 episodes
Are Young People Giving Up on Canada?
In this episode, Sabrina Maddeaux and Michael Moffatt discuss the critical intersection of the housing crisis and national security in Canada. They explore how the inability to afford housing not only affects individuals but also poses systemic...
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Will Reduced Immigration Solve the Housing Crisis?
In this conversation Conservative pundit Sabrina Maddeaux and economist Mike Moffatt delve into the recent changes in Canada's immigration policies and their implications for the housing market and population growth. Sabrina and Mike discuss th...
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Episode 98
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David Coletto: The Precarity Mindset and the 2025 Election
In this conversation, conservative pundit Sabrina Maddeaux and economist Mike Moffatt discuss the evolving landscape of political polling with David Coletto, CEO of Abacus Data. They explore the significant shifts in voter sentiment influenced ...
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Episode 97
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Unpacking the Growing Wage Gap Between American and Canadian Workers
In this episode, conservative pundit Sabrina Maddeaux and economist Mike Moffatt explore the growing wage gap between American and Canadian workers, discussing the implications for young Canadians and the factors contributing to this disparity....
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Episode 96
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Reece Martin has a Vision for Canada’s High Speed Rail Future
In this episode of The Missing Middle, hosts Sabrina Maddeaux and Michael Moffatt discuss the recent announcement of a high-speed rail project in Canada with transit expert Reece Martin. They explore the details of the proposed rail line, the p...
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Episode 95
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Ontario Election Predictions
In this conversation, conservative pundit Sabrina Maddeaux, economist Mike Moffatt and producer Meredith Martin discuss the Ontario election, focusing on predictions regarding Doug Ford's (potential) majority win and the lack of competition fro...
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Episode 94
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Examining Liberal Leadership Housing Promises
In this episode, Sabrina Maddeaux and Mike Moffatt discuss the federal Liberal leadership race, focusing on how the top contenders are addressing Canada's housing crisis. They analyze the candidates' policies, including Mark Carney's vague hous...
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Why Ontario Cities Are Sitting on 10 Billion in Cash
In this episode, Sabrina Maddeaux and Mike Moffatt discuss the complexities of development charges in Ontario, highlighting how municipalities have accumulated over $10 billion in unspent infrastructure funds. They explore the implications ...
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Are We in a Relationship Recession?
In this episode of the Missing Middle podcast, Sabrina Maddeaux and Mike Moffatt discuss the phenomenon of the 'relationship recession,' exploring its causes, implications for society, and the economic challenges it presents. They delve int...
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Episode 94
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Ford Fails Ontario on Housing
In this conversation, conservative pundit Sabrina Maddeaux and economist Mike Moffatt discuss the challenges and failures of Ontario's housing market, contrasting it with Alberta's more successful approach. They explore the vision of affordable...
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Episode 93
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Alex Usher: How Canada is Paying for Ontario’s Higher Education Debacle
After the federal government capped the number of international students it let into Canada many colleges and universities saw a drastic decrease in enrollment. As a result colleges are slashing programs while universities struggle to balan...
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Episode 92
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How Trump's Tariffs Will Hurt the Middle-class
Political pundit Sabrina Meadow and economist Mike Moffatt delve into the complexities of tariffs, particularly in the context of the impending policies under the new Donald Trump's administration. They explore what tariffs are, their implicati...
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Episode 91
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Reviewing Trudeau’s Record on the Middle Class
In this episode, Conservative pundit Sabrina Maddeaux and economist Mike Moffatt analyze Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's policy record. How well did his government do on supporting the middle class? Mike and Sabrina discuss both successes and f...
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Episode 90
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How Corporate Consolidation is Ruining Everything: Discussion with Denise Hearn and Vass Bednar
Many of Canada’s problems can be traced back to its tolerance of corporate consolidation, leading to higher prices and lower wages, say Denise Hearn and Vass Bednar, co-authors of the book “The Big Fix: How Companies Capture Markets and Harm Ca...
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Episode 89
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You Asked, We Answered: New Year’s Mail Bag
In this special New Years Day episode of the Missing Middle Podcast, Mike Moffatt, Cara Stern and Meredith Martin respond to viewer questions which have been collected throughout the year. They explore the importance of community engagement, th...
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Episode 88
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You Asked, We Answered: Holiday Mail Bag
In this special holiday episode of the Missing Middle Podcast, hosts Cara Stern, Meredith Martin, and Mike Moffatt answer listener questions about the housing crisis, heritage protection, and community involvement. They discuss the balance betw...
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Episode 87
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How to Argue About Housing at Your Holiday Dinner
Do you have a family dinner planned over the holidays where you expect to run into a family member who is out of touch with the economic head winds facing Millennials and Gen Z? We are here for you! This episode of the Missing Middle podcast fo...
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Episode 86
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Boomer Wealth Won't Save Millennials
The conversation explores the implications of the massive wealth transfer from baby boomers to millennials in Canada, discussing the potential for economic inequality, the concept of "invisible inheritances", and the changing dynamics of the mi...
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Episode 85
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We Can't Afford a GST Holiday
Mike and Cara discuss the recent stimulus plans introduced by the Canadian and Ontario governments, which include rebate checks and a GST holiday. They explore the economic context behind these initiatives, the disconnect between economic in...
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Episode 84
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Ontario Sucks at Building Homes
Ontario is by far the province with the biggest population, and is growing fast, but it’s the second worst when it comes to building homes. In this conversation, journalist Cara Stern and economist Mike Moffatt discuss the...
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Episode 83
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Real Ways Politicians Could Solve the Housing Crisis
In this episode, Cara and Mike discuss the ongoing housing crisis and its political implications, emphasizing the need for effective solutions to enhance affordability. They unpack the four key pathways to housing affordability, including the i...
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Episode 82
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Mass Timber Can Get Homes Built Faster
This conversation explores the potential of mass timber as a sustainable building material, its role in the housing construction sector, and the skills needed for young people to thrive in this emerging industry. The discussion highlights the g...
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Episode 81
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The Housing Crisis Helped Trump Win
It doesn't matter how many times politicians say the economy is doing great. If someone can't afford a home, they're not going to believe you.Cara and Mike discuss the significant impact of the housing crisis on Donald Trump's election ...
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Episode 80
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Tearing Out Bike Lanes is a Bad Idea
Many cities in North America have been adding bike lanes in the past few years, especially as demand for outdoor activities spiked during the pandemic. Those lanes have been crucial at keeping cyclists safe, but seeing the road lose a lane has ...
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Episode 79
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Canada Has a Soft Corruption Problem - Eric Lombardi of More Neighbours Toronto
Over and over again, we see the same problems come up when building anything physical in this country, such as a house or a train. Costs start to balloon and every project seems to end up over budget – or at least costs us more than it would co...
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Episode 78
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