Real Talk Oshawa

About Real Talk Oshawa

Hosted by Oshawa Mayor Dan Carter, this podcast features interviews with leaders and experts, addressing important and sometimes challenging topics facing urban cities, including Oshawa and beyond.

Publisher

City of Oshawa

Category

education · government

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

11 Sept 2024

Latest episode

15 Jun 2026

Latest episodes

16 of 16 episodes have a transcript.

1. 

   15 Jun 2026TRANSCRIPT

   Pasta, our favourite places in Oshawa, and advice for the future - A conversation with former Mayor (for the day), Yashwi

   Former Mayor (for the day) Yashwi interviews Mayor Carter about Oshawa's best food spots and offers advice for the future.

2. 

   2 Jun 2026TRANSCRIPT

   Resilience and Readiness - Conversation with Dr. Steven Murphy, President, Ontario Tech University

   Dr. Steven Murphy, President of Ontario Tech University, discusses resilience and readiness to serve Canada in this insightful interview.

3. 

   6 Apr 2026TRANSCRIPT

   Building the Workforce of Tomorrow - Conversation with Dr. Elaine Popp, President, Durham College

   Dr. Elaine Popp, President of Durham College, discusses building the workforce of tomorrow in this insightful interview with the host.

4. 

   25 Feb 2026TRANSCRIPT

   Building healthy, vibrant communities - Conversation with Cynthia Davis, President and CEO Lakeridge Health

   This episode of RealTalk features an in-depth conversation with Cynthia Davis, President and CEO Lakeridge Health, about building healthy, vibrant communities.

5. 

   22 Dec 2025TRANSCRIPT

   Investing in People and Places for Oshawa’s Future - Conversation with Jacquie Severs, Brand Director for Invest in Canada

   This episode of RealTalk features an in-depth conversation with Jacquie Severs, Brand Director for Invest in Canada, about investing in people and places for Oshawa’s future.

6. 

   27 Nov 2025TRANSCRIPT

   Teamwork, Momentum, & Winning Together - Conversation with Glenn Clarke, Oshawa FireWolves Head Coach

   On this episode of RealTalk, Mayor Dan Carter has an in-depth conversation with Oshawa FireWolves head coach, and Durham Region native, Glenn Clarke about his history, his homecoming, and the inaugural Oshawa FireWolves season.

7. 

   28 Oct 2025TRANSCRIPT

   Title: Taking action and building sustainable solutions – conversation with Alex Nuttall, Mayor, City of Barrie

   On this episode of RealTalk, Oshawa Mayor Dan Carter has an in-depth conversation with City of Barrie Mayor about tackling homelessness, supporting communities, and facing the economic realities impacting cities today

8. 

   7 May 2025TRANSCRIPT

   Home Ice Advantage and A Historic Investment: A conversation with Rocco Tullio, President and Governor, Oshawa Generals Hockey Club

   Mayor Dan Carter interviews Rocco Tullio, President of the Oshawa Generals Hockey Club, about a historic agreement ensuring the team remains in Oshawa for three more decades.

9. 

   15 Apr 2025TRANSCRIPT

   Energy, Innovation, and Infrastructure - A conversation with Daniel Arbour, President and CEO of Oshawa Power Group of Companies

   In this episode, Mayor Dan Carter sits down with Daniel Arbour, President and CEO of Oshawa Power Group of Companies to talk energy, innovation, and infrastructure.

10. 

    11 Mar 2025TRANSCRIPT

    Tariffs unpacked: Conversation with David Paterson, Ontario’s Representative in Washington, D.C.

    In this episode, Mayor Dan Carter sits down with David Paterson, Ontario’s Representative in Washington, D.C., to unpack the realities of tariffs, trade, and their role in Canada-U.S. relations.

11. 

    11 Feb 2025TRANSCRIPT

    Navigating Political Change and the Power of Information: A Conversation with Dr. Perry, Professor, Director, Centre on Hate, Bias and Extremism, Ontario Tech

    In this episode, Mayor Dan Carter sits down with Dr. Barbara Perry for a candid discussion on the shifting political landscape, the power of information, and the role of leadership in shaping public discourse. They explore how communities can stay informed, engage in meaningful conversations, and navigate complex issues with awareness and resilience.

12. 

    13 Jan 2025TRANSCRIPT

    Building Trust and Driving Change - Conversation with Chief Peter Moreira, Durham Regional Police Chief

    Oshawa Mayor Dan Carter and Chief Peter Moreira, Durham Regional Police Chief, discuss how building trust and driving change in policing can foster safer, more inclusive communities.

13. 

    9 Dec 2024TRANSCRIPT

    Pop Culture, Identity, and Community - Conversation with Doctor Scott Henderson, Trent University Durham GTA Vice President

    Oshawa Mayor Dan Carter discusses how pop culture influences community with Trent University Durham GTA Vice President Doctor Scott Henderson, exploring Oshawa's musical history and the impact of media misinformation.

14. 

    4 Nov 2024TRANSCRIPT

    Transforming Emergency Response - Conversation with Chief Stephen Barkwell, City of Oshawa Fire Chief

    Oshawa Mayor Dan Carter has an in-depth conversation with City of Oshawa Fire Chief Stephen Barkwell about innovation within fire services, addressing the evolving challenges in public safety and highlighting solutions to enhance community safety and responsiveness.

15. 

    7 Oct 2024TRANSCRIPT

    Solve the Crisis - Conversation with Marianne Meed Ward, Chair of Ontario’s Big City Mayors

    Oshawa Mayor Dan Carter has an in-depth conversation with Burlington Mayor Marianne Meed Ward on the biggest issues cities are facing, including the opioid epidemic. Together, they explore the impacts these challenges have on communities and potential solutions.

16. 

    11 Sept 2024TRANSCRIPT

    Real Talk Oshawa Introduction

    Real Talk Oshawa Introduction

Inside a recent episode

Pasta, our favourite places in Oshawa, and advice for the future - A conversation with former Mayor (for the day), Yashwi

Published 15 Jun 2026 · Transcript excerpt

[…] But all the residents have a responsibility to be able to see if they see some kind of activity that is illegal. They have a responsibility to pick up the phone and phone 911 and report it to the police. We ran a program that was called, if you see it, report it. And what we were trying to do is say that community safety is up to all of us. It can't just be some of us. It has to be all of us. To have a safe community, that means that everybody has to participate. So we have a role and a responsibility in regards to those services that we're providing. But we've tried to encourage the public also that they can be part of the solution. […]

Who has been a guest on Real Talk Oshawa

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

• Yashwi
• Mayor Carter
• Dr Steven Murphy
• Rocco Tullio
• Durham Regional Police Chief Peter Moreira

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

YouTube views

9,145

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Podcast Authority Score: 24 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

19

Social presence

0

YouTube

74

Engagement

0

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Guest appearances

Books guests

Based on episode analysis; this does not confirm that the show is currently accepting guests.