Curse of Politics - Meet the Speakers

With Scott Reid, Jordan Leichnitz, Kory Teneycke and host David Herle, the Curse of Politics is the go-to Canadian political podcast for unfiltered, unscripted, unmuzzled insights from the backroom campaign operatives who were in the room for the meeting after the meeting. 

David Herle  

Co-founder, Air Quotes Media | Host of the Curse of Politics and The Herle Burly podcasts | Partner, Rubicon Strategy  

David Herle Headshot David Herle has been around Liberal politics for a long time, starting as a kid in Saskatchewan organizing ridings for provincial leader Ralph Goodale in the early 80’s to working on campaigns with Paul Martin and Kathleen Wynne among others. He commented on politics for ten years on CBC’s The National. He is known for strategic thinking, blunt talk, lifelong passions (Liberal Party, Riders, Habs, Hawkins Cheezies, Lemon Hart rum, and black licorice), and occasionally saying something he wished he could take back. 

Scott Reid  

Principal-Owner, Feschuk.Reid  

Scott Reid Headshot Scott Reid is one of Canada’s most sought-after crisis and issues managers. A former senior advisor to Prime Minister Paul Martin, he has counselled CEOs, senior executives, and political leaders at the federal, provincial, and municipal levels. Scott is the former co-host of CTV’s National Affairs. He serves as an analyst for CTV News and Bell Media. 

Jordan Leichnitz  

Canada Program Director, Friedrich Ebert Stiftung  

Jordan Leichnitz Headshot Jordan Leichnitz is an Ottawa-based consultant with two decades of experience in progressive political strategy and campaigns at the federal, provincial, and municipal level. She spent ten years on Parliament Hill working in senior strategy positions for four Leaders of the New Democratic Party of Canada, including serving as Deputy Chief of Staff, overseeing policy development and handling issues management for the parliamentary caucus. Since 2020, Jordan has served with the Friedrich Ebert Stiftung, a German political foundation. She is a frequent media commentator on federal and provincial politics. Jordan holds a master’s degree in political science from the University of Ottawa, and lives in Ottawa with her partner and two young children. 

Kory Teneycke 

Co-founder and CEO, Rubicon Strategy 

Kory Teneycke Headshot Kory is a charismatic and influential leader who provides exceptional strategic insight to secure big wins for market leaders. Over the past 30 years, he’s made his mark in politics, lobbying, public relations, and the media. Kory managed Doug Ford’s 2018 successful campaign to become Premier of Ontario, as well as the 2022 campaign that won the Premier a second term, increasing the Ontario PC Party’s majority. Drawing on his wide scope of expertise and extensive network, Kory seamlessly combines high-level strategy with on-the-ground tactics and flawless execution. A history buff, Kory wears his heart on his sleeve. He’s persuasive and diplomatic, shaping the environment to align with your objective. With Kory at the helm, victory isn’t just possible — it’s inevitable.