Podcast: Why Frank McKenna Wishes He Were Governing Today
Frank McKenna, Deputy Chair of TD Bank, joins Don Mills and David Campbell on the Huddle “Insights” podcast this week to discuss economic development today compared to 25-30 years ago when he was Premier of New Brunswick.
He weighs in on the importance of attracting industry as well as supporting homegrown firms. And he doesn’t pull any punches when talking about natural resources development, immigration and provincial fiscal sustainability.
He also provides good ideas on how to engage with the public in the social media age. Not that he is thinking about running again but McKenna does say this would be a great time to be in politics.
Listen to the chat with McKenna in the player above or on your favourite podcast platform. Search for “Huddle Insights” on platforms like Apple and Spotify, and subscribe so you don’t miss an episode. You can also listen to past conversations there or here.
The “Insights” podcast combines the experiences of an economist, David Campbell, and a social scientist, Don Mills, to explore the challenges and opportunities facing Atlantic Canada, to promote data-driven decision-making among policymakers, and to encourage a wider dialogue and debate leading to greater prosperity for the region.
“Insights” is part of a Huddle podcast network that also features Home Office, hosted by Huddle editor Mark Leger.