Brian Crombie Radio Hour - Epi 1623 - Economic Anxiety, Political Confidence & Canada’s Mood

This Tuesday on The Brian Crombie Hour, we explore a defining contradiction in Canada today:Why are Canadians increasingly anxious about the economy — while remaining relatively confident in political leadership?In Part One, Brian is joined by veteran pollster John Wright for an in-depth conversation about the national mood and the forces shaping Canadian public opinion.The data tells a fascinating story:Two-thirds of Canadians remain worried about inflation, interest rates, and the rising cost of living — concerns that have persisted since 2022. Yet despite that economic unease, Prime Minister Mark Carney continues to post strong approval ratings.Brian and John examine:Why economic anxiety remains elevated despite political stabilityThe growing disconnect between household pressures and national optimismRegional differences across the country, including Alberta’s pessimism and Quebec’s relative confidencePublic support for pipelines, LNG, and energy infrastructureAnd how Canadians are responding to growing global instability, including tensions around the Strait of HormuzThe discussion also explores Canada’s evolving place in the world. Following Carney’s Davos speech, many Canadians increasingly see the country as a constructive middle power helping shape global events rather than simply reacting to them.But rising expectations bring new pressure. Can political confidence survive if economic results fail to materialize? Because ultimately, leadership is not just about perception. It’s about delivery.