Political Pulse with Ryan Painter

About Political Pulse with Ryan Painter

Political Pulse is a podcast focused primarily on British Columbia politics and public policy, hosted by public affairs strategist Ryan Painter. Through interviews and conversations, the show draws on Canadian and international perspectives to examine accountability, leadership, and how public decisions shape outcomes. www.politicalpulse.ca (https://www.politicalpulse.ca?utm_medium=podcast)

Publisher

Hosted by Ryan Painter, a Victoria-based public affairs strategist focused on British Columbia politics, with a wider lens on Canadian and international affairs.

Category

news · news

Language

en

Explicit

Yes

First episode

9 Nov 2023

Latest episode

21 Apr 2026

Latest episodes

54 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   21 Apr 2026

   BC's Future: Iain Black's 100-Day Plan to Revive the Province

   In this in-depth interview, BC leadership candidate Iain Black shares his extensive experience in business and politics and outlines his bold 100-day plan to revitalize British Columbia. He discusses key issues such as economic investment, regulatory reform, Indigenous relations, and the province's future, emphasizing principled leadership and practical solutions. Get full access to Political Pulse with Ryan Painter at www.politicalpulse.ca/subscribe (https://www.politicalpulse.ca/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4)

2. 

   26 Mar 2026

   Bill Tieleman Breaks Down the Federal NDP Leadership Contest

   In this episode, Bill Tieleman provides an in-depth analysis of the federal NDP leadership race, the party’s current challenges, and the political landscape in Canada. He discusses the candidates, party dynamics, and the broader implications for Canadian politics. Key Topics * NDP leadership candidates and their perspectives * Party challenges post-Jagmeet Singh era * Canadian political landscape and party dynamics Get full access to Political Pulse with Ryan Painter at www.politicalpulse.ca/subscribe (https://www.politicalpulse.ca/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4)

3. 

   14 Feb 2026

   The Real Future of Reconciliation: Moving Beyond Legislation to Honest Community Engagement

   In this conversation, Ryan Painter and Aaron Pete discuss the evolution of the Nuanced podcast, the importance of bridging divides in political discourse, and the changing media landscape. They delve into the role of journalism in politics, dissect political narratives, and explore the complexities of reconciliation and Indigenous issues in Canada, particularly in light of the DRIPA and Cowichan decision. The discussion emphasizes the need for economic reconciliation and community empowerment as pathways forward for Indigenous communities. Get full access to Political Pulse with Ryan Painter at www.politicalpulse.ca/subscribe (https://www.politicalpulse.ca/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4)

Who has been a guest on Political Pulse with Ryan Painter

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Rahim Mohamed
• Jason Kenney
• Alex Zoltan
• Dylan Kruger

Podcast Authority Score: 34 / 100

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Quality

68

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

0

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