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Episodes — page 26
- How to know if your teenager is addicted to their phone, and what to do to combat the algorithms
School is out for the summer, and for most teens, that means unlimited access to doom scrolling and binge watching! And while a little celebratory, post-exam screen time is warrant…
- Examining political extremism in Canada in the wake of the alleged anti-government militia plot in Quebec
Shocking news this week out of Quebec where charges have been laid in an alleged plot involving a militia to take over a portion of Quebec City. Dozens of combat-like weapons were…
- The simple question about rabbits that nearly drove a Toronto journalist mad
It's a story about a city that constantly surprises. A random bunny spotting turned into a near-obsession for a Toronto journalist. He was trying to track down the answer to a see…
- From pancakes to cowboy hats - why the Calgary Stampede is one of the most important political events in Canada
The Calgary Stampede is known as the greatest outdoor show on earth. It's a must attend event for most Calgarians, but more importantly for Canadian politicians. It's an event that…
- An inside look at what it's like to be a sequestered juror in a criminal case in Canada
It’s been dramatized in countless movies and TV shows, like Law and Order or 12 Angry Men, but you may have wondered if the Hollywood portrayals match up with the reality of jury d…
- Weekend listen: Are we becoming less concerned with data breaches?
A data breach used to be big news. It was disconcerting to those impacted and was normally followed filed a class action lawsuit. But as they become more ubiquitous, are we caring…
- A mixed verdict in the Diddy case - what comes next and what we've learned
Sean “Diddy” Combs remains behind bars – awaiting sentencing – after the music mogul was found guilty on two charges and not guilty on 3 others. He had pleaded not guilty – and has…
- Masai Ujiri's legacy: the championship, Kawhi and what's next for the Raptors
Masai Ujiri's time in Toronto is over. He'll be remembered for many things, most notably for the very first NBA Championship a Canadian team has ever won. We the North became the c…
- Did Carney capitulate? Are we still "Canada Strong"?
The whiplash news cycle around the Trump trade war continues and if you can't keep up, you're not alone. Last Friday, U.S. President Donald Trump said all trade talks with Canada w…
- What does it mean to be Canadian nowadays?
On this Canada Day, we’re reflecting on our national identity – but dependent on who you ask, you’ll get a different answer. Being Canadian comes with a complex mix of opinion, tak…
- Are Canadians experiencing social burnout?
Statistics Canada just wrapped a 30 year study where they examined how Canadians spent their time and with whom. It found that in 2022, only 19% of working-age people saw their fri…
- Weekend listen: What can you expect from the economy in the second half of the year?
It's the mid-point of the year and it's the economic question everyone is asking - what's going to happen with interest rates? On this episode of In This Economy - you'll hear from…
- Oops he did it again....another Trump social media post rattles Canada
Stop us if you're heard this one before - a Trump threat on social media about tariffs rattles Canada. Because of a digital tax that's supposed to come into effect on Monday, Trump…
A journalist's near-death experience in Libya: the Outlaw Ocean ProjectTens of thousands of migrants choose between life or death in a quest to leave home in hopes of a better life, even if it means spending months working for cash just to pay a smugg…
- ‘Razor blade throat’ and summer viruses: what you need to know
A few months ago, COVID variant NB.1.8.1 wasn’t making headlines. However, after first being detected in China in January, reported cases have risen drastically. As of mid-May, the…
- In an uncertain world, Canada overhauls its approach to defence
From the EU to NATO, the Prime Minister is focused on two defence fronts this week. A new partnership with the European Union could overhaul our approach to military purchases at a…
- Canada’s challenging wildfire season: why its impact goes beyond the smoke
Canada is on track to see the worst wildfire season since 2023. Millions of hectares of land scorched, thousands displaced and the smoke creating air quality warnings. So how bad c…
- There is a way to make flying more affordable, but will the government actually do it?
In a newly released study, Canada's Competition Bureau says there is a way to lower the cost of plane tickets and give Canadians more flight options. The Bureau suggests changing…
- Weekend listen: How do we REALLY deal with the issue of affordable housing?
Housing affordability is a buzz word lately but how likely is it that it will actually become reality? Actual action on the issue has been really slow and housing starts aren't run…
- Why is breaking down interprovincial trade barriers so controversial?
It was one of Carney's shiny campaign promises with a deadline of Canada Day, but the way Parliament has hit the ground running on it has various groups across the country sounding…
