NEW EPISODE | How Mark Carney Became Prime Minister with Andrew Bevan
Liberal Campaign Director Andrew Bevan joins the podcast a year later to provide a deep dive into the strategy that took Mark Carney from political rookie to Prime Minister.
The episode premieres at 7:00PM ET on YouTube and will be available wherever you get your podcasts beginning at 6:00 AM ET on Monday, April 27.
How did the Liberal Party pivot from a 20-point deficit to a historic election victory in just six months? Liberal Campaign Director Andrew Bevan joins the podcast a year later to provide a deep dive into the strategy that took Mark Carney from political rookie to Prime Minister, redefining Canadian politics along the way. Here’s a sneak preview:
We tackle the departure of Prime Minister Trudeau, the whirlwind leadership race, and the snap election call just days later. Bevan breaks down Trump's impact on the campaign, Poilievre's polarizing relationship with voters, the NDP's collapse, and how the Liberal machine overcame a massive polling deficit to win the election against all odds.
Topics include:
Andrew Bevan • Mark Carney • 2025 Federal Election • Liberal Party of Canada • Campaign Strategy • Political Pivots • Pierre Poilievre • Donald Trump • Minority Government • Floor Crossings • Progressive Primary • Canadian Politics • Leadership Turmoil • Election Micro-targeting
The Progress Canada Podcast delves into the political, social, and policy transformations shaping the future of our country. Each episode brings thought-provoking discussions with policymakers, activists, and experts who are driving change across Canada. We explore what’s working, what’s not, and what needs to be done next to build a more inclusive, sustainable, and equitable future.