The best newspaper in Canada is a podcast. Every Monday, we bring you original reporting on the most interesting story in the country. Every Thursday, we bring you analysis of the Canadian media. We break stories today that determine tomorrow's news cycle. We hold the powerful to account, and we scrutinize institutions and individuals that others won't. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Your essential daily news podcast. We take you deep into the stories shaping Canada and the world. Hosted by Jayme Poisson. Every morning, Monday to Friday. Visit https://www.cbc.ca/radio/frontburner for show descriptions, links, and transcripts. Subscribe to Sounds Good: CBC's Podcast newsletter for the finest podcast recommendations and behind-the-scenes exclusives.
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A weekly roundtable about Indigenous issues and events in Canada and beyond. Hosted by Rick Harp.
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CBC Radio’s The Sunday Magazine is a lively, wide-ranging mix of topical long-form conversations, engaging ideas and more. Each week, host Piya Chattopadhyay takes time for deep exploration, but also makes space for surprise, delight and fun.
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10/3 brings you the biggest stories in Canada told by Postmedia's national network of award-winning journalists. Hosted by Dave Breakenridge, 10/3 updates twice a week.
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Cross Country Checkup is Canada's only national phone-in show, broadcasting live from coast to coast to coast. Checkup is Canada's weekly town hall — a place for raw, honest perspectives on the most pressing issues of the week. For over 55 years, it's where Canadians gather to listen to each other every Sunday afternoon. Call us: 1-888-416-8333.
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Toronto’s most respected and experienced broadcaster, Oakley’s articulate and thought-provoking ideas will ensure listeners are never at a loss for information or dinnertime conversation.
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CBC Radio's Metro Morning keeps listeners informed about what's going on in Toronto and offers listeners an optimistic, sometimes humorous view of the world, together with the day's more serious news.
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The Agenda with Steve Paikin is TVO's flagship current affairs program - devoted to exploring the social, political, cultural and economic issues that are changing our world, at home and abroad. The Agenda airs weeknights at 8:00 PM EST on TVO - Canada's largest educational broadcaster.
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Toronto Mike discusses various issues of the day and chats with interesting guests about the serious and not-so-serious. It's authentic controlled chaos with a Toronto spin.
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Toronto is home, but how well do you really know it? Host Dani Stover brings you in-depth interviews and stories about the wild, random, important, and under-appreciated places, people and things that shape the city. Regular episodes shine a light on the corners of Toronto you never knew existed and the ones you've always wanted to know more about.
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True North founder Candice Malcolm takes to the airwaves to talk about the latest headlines, conduct in-depth interviews and dive into stories the mainstream media won't touch.
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Your podcast hosts are GVizzle and Tempest, the 1 and 44 behind the title. We take meandering journeys through a whole variety of topics, where nothing is off limits! Join us as we get to know each other better - our friendship dates back to a grand total of 2 hours before we started the first episode.
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We’ve moved! Find us under ‘Your World Tonight.’ This feed will go dormant as ‘The World This Weekend’ joins forces with ‘The World at Six’ to become a new podcast; one that updates you on the most important stories in the world, seven days a week. Hosts Stephanie Skenderis, Susan Bonner and Tom Harrington sort out what's real, what's relevant and what’s truly new, from a Canadian perspective. They offer context, analysis and surprise, all in about 30 mins. We set the bar on the daily news c ...
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Don’t Call Me Resilient
The Conversation, Vinita Srivastava, Dannielle Piper, Krish Dineshkumar, Jennifer Moroz, Rehmatullah Sheikh, Kikachi Memeh, Ateqah Khaki, Scott White
Host Vinita Srivastava dives into conversations with experts and real people to make sense of the news, from an anti-racist perspective. From The Conversation Canada.
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Unpublished Cafe, hosted by veteran radio journalist Ed Hand, provides an unfiltered prospective on Canadian current affairs free of bias and political partisanship. Unpublished Cafe is the official podcast of Unpublished Media Inc.
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We live in a confusing world… so if you’ve ever stopped and asked yourself WHY something matters, we’re here to help. Every week Adam Toy and Dave McIvor will ask one big question and uncover the answer to help you truly understand what’s going on around you. They'll try to get to the bottom of the issue by chatting with experts, journalists and even folks directly involved. They may not have all the answers to climate change, world politics or the economy BUT you can join them on this weekl ...
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The Cārvāka Podcast is a series of long-form conversations hosted by Kushal Mehra. The podcast covers a wide range of subjects where Kushal speaks with a wide range of guests to talk about sports, philosophy, public policy, current affairs, history, economics, etc.
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Indicast is India's first multi person podcast and have been at it since 2005. We will be covering anything and everything that might be of interest to a listener of Indian origin so the topics range from Sonia to Sania. The podcast is a mix of english and hindi and we try to keep it very informal. We usually have a serious discussion and balance it out with lighter topic. So expect a good discussion with few laughs.
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RezXperts features a Canadian Indigenous - Aboriginal perspective in todays world, providing interviews, commentary, and discussion on current affairs, news, politics, culture, lifestyles, and more.
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Go deeper into the news and current affair impacting Canada and what it means for Christians trying to make sense of it all with Context Beyond the Headlines podcast. We sit down with people who have first-hand experiences to get their perspectives on how changes to society will affect Canadians and how the church can play a role in walking alongside the most vulnerable. Host Maggie John tackles how faith intersects with everything from abortion, decriminalization of drugs, reconciliation, h ...
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thinkenergy looks at the energy of tomorrow, today. Every two weeks we’ll speak with game-changing experts to bring you the latest on the rapidly evolving energy landscape, innovative technologies, eco-conscious efforts, and more. Join Hydro Ottawa’s Dan Séguin and Rebecca Schwartz as they demystify and dive deep into some of the most prominent topics in the energy industry. Have feedback? We'd love to hear from you! Send your thoughts to thinkenergy@hydroottawa.com
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RezBirds is a team of four Indigenous men that are tackling the hard hitting issues of modern society with eloquent lunacy. If you like deep issues but would rather they went off the deep end than into an ivory tower, then this podcast is a must listen. The team uses adult language and themes and it is not a PG program. Listener discretion is advised.
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The podcast companion to The Calgary Journal, made up of approximately 200 student reporters from year one to four of Mount Royal University's journalism program based in Calgary, Alberta, Canada.
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Global Beat Radio
Khaoula Bengezi, Mark Burgess, Layla Mashkoor, Raj A. Paleja, Sean Pittman, Adnan Raja, Mola Shahsavari
Airing Tuesdays at 9:30am on CFMU 93.3 in Hamilton, Canada
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The Epoch Audio podcast gives you the opportunity to listen to some of the best journalism The Epoch Times has to offer, including news, opinion, and analysis. The Epoch Times aims to provide neutral, objective and accurate reporting on authoritative news topics. We stand outside of political interests or bias, We inform the reader about the most important issues of our time and in this way we promote broad-mindedness and contribute positively to society. As an independent outlet, we address ...
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Indicast is India's longest running and most popular Indian podcast network. This is the mother feed of all the shows produced by Indicast including a current affairs new show, a business news show, a tech show from an Indian perspective, a bollywood movie review show and a conversational interview show. Expect a good discussion with few laughs in our special India focused content. Individual show feeds are available at http://www.theindicast.com
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Harrison Harper aka "Hoppsy" has finally taken the plunge and given the people what they want. Enjoy an entertaining, unfiltered, good ol' Western Canadian boy tackle the trending topics of week. Hate him or love him, you can't stop listening either way.
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Why Canada Needs Natives Needy: Part 1 (ep 350)
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The MEDIA INDIGENA 2024 Summer Series—our classic compendia of collected, connected conversations drawn from our voluminous eight-year archive—begins with the first in a five-part compilation, 'Why Canada Needs Natives Needy,' a wide-ranging rundown of all the ways this country has produced and perpetuates Indigenous dependency. And here in round o…
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Current affairs with Francis Bradley, Electricity Canada’s President and CEO
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Electricity Canada’s President and CEO, Francis Bradley, joins thinkenergy in episode 140. Hear about the shift to sustainable electricity, including the difficulties navigating provincial and federal policies, climate change directives, and funding gaps. Plus how Electricity Canada evolved from a technical exchange club into a national advocate fo…
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Gabor Lukacs has won over 25 regulatory complaints against airlines - and even taken airlines to court to uphold the rights of passengers. But he doesn’t want to keep his methods a secret - he’s here to tell you how to get a refund, get compensation for a cancelled flight, and even what to do if you’re sitting on the tarmac for hours. Host: Jesse B…
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#TOAST30: Toronto Mike'd Podcast Episode 1524
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In this 30th episode of Toast, Mike is joined by Rob Preuss and Bob Willette as they kick out jams they discovered from film or television. Toronto Mike'd is proudly brought to you by Great Lakes Brewery, Palma Pasta, Ridley Funeral Home, The Advantaged Investor podcast from Raymond James Canada, The Toronto Maple Leafs Baseball Team and RecycleMyE…
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The Paris Olympics are forecast to be the hottest on record. As temperatures climb, so too do concerns about the impacts of climate change on sports – but the challenges go beyond heat. Wildfires and flooding are also forcing adaptations to how some sports are played. Meanwhile, the sports world must also navigate how to reduce its own emissions, l…
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Vice-presidents, Anchovy history, Sports and climate change, Edward Burtynsky
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Guest host Megan Williams speaks with Elaina Plott Calabro, Simon van Zuylen-Wood, and Joel Goldenstein about how the vice-presidential picks are shaping the U.S. election, archaeologist Christopher Beckman explores the anchovy's slippery history in Western cultures, sports ecologist Madeleine Orr reveals how climate change is changing sports, and …
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Joe Biden is officially out of the 2024 presidential race. He posted a statement on X Sunday afternoon saying "I believe it is in the best interest of my party and the country for me to stand down and focus solely on my duties as President" Moments later he offered his full support and endorsement for Kamala Harris as the Democratic nominee. Paul H…
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According to Statistics Canada there's been a drop in the number of people living together as couples over the last 30 years Why people are choosing to be on their own? What does that mean for their state of mind and financial bottom line? Are single people more or less happy on their own?
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D’après le Digital News Report 2024, 40% des Canadiens évitent souvent ou parfois de s’informer. Derrière cette fatigue informationnelle se trouvent différentes raisons comme l’accumulation de mauvaises nouvelles, leur quantité, leur piètre qualité et les émotions qu’elles nous font ressentir. Emilie Nicolas en parle avec la psychologue clinicienne…
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Trump Assassination Attempt Biden To Drop Out?
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In this podcast, Kushal speaks with Aadit Kapadia about the attempt to assassinate former American President Donald Trump at a rally in Pennsylvania. They also discuss the rumours and reports around President Biden dropping out of the election race and its implications for the American presidential elections of 2024.Follow Aadit:Twitter: @ask0704#d…
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It was a Republican National Convention unlike any other in Milwaukee, Wis., this week, taking place just days after an assassination attempt on the party's now-official nominee for president, Donald Trump — an event that loomed large over the proceedings. But beyond that, the convention also offered a glimpse into what is rapidly solidifying as th…
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It's music festival season and David speaks to an artist about the upcoming Caribbean Carnival and how the history is darker and more colourful than the feathered headgear. And a musical tour of Little Jamaica which was one of the largest producers of reggae music outside of Jamaica...it will have you dancing.…
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FLASHBACK: Palestine was never a land without people
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Land has so much meaning. It’s more than territory; it represents home, your ancestral connection and culture — but also the means to feed yourself and your country. One of the things that colonizers are famous for is the idea of terra nullius – that the land is empty of people before they come to occupy it. In the case of Palestine, the Jewish set…
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Nine months into the war, Gaza sees one of its deadliest weeks after Israeli air strikes hit several schools and camps throughout the strip and a ground offensive on Gaza City. One of the attacks was an air strike on an IDF-designated humanitarian safe zone in Al-Mawasi, targeting a busy tent camp and market where Israel says two top Hamas commande…
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Thursday, July 18: Water, water everywhere but not a drop to drink
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David Common talks about the issues for our Olympic athletes who are supposed to swim in the Seine. And speaking of cleanup, Toronto's city manager details some of the things on his, and the city's, to-do list after the epic rainfall. And if the LCBO strike has you you are craving a cocktail in the a can, grocery stores are allowed to sell them now…
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(Short Cuts) Pierre Keeps it Hot After Trump Gets Shot
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Do we need to “dial down” our political rhetoric in Canada, following the attempted assassination of Trump? Canadian journalism icon Jan Wong joins us to consider Canadian responses to American political violence. Plus, following the death of Canadian author Alice Munro, the truth has finally emerged about her husband’s sexual assault of her daught…
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In this podcast, Kushal speaks with Daniel Bordman and Salman Sima about Islamism in Canada. Since the October 7th attack in Israel, Canada has been experiencing constant protests from Palestinian supporters, who have been chanting violent slogans and targeting many Jewish establishments.Follow them:Twitter: @DanielBordmanOGTwitter: @SalmanSimaSupp…
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This is a big year for national elections around the world. More than 80 countries have gone to the polls, or will before 2024 is over. The volley of elections comes as incumbents struggle to remain popular amid economic challenges, high migration rates and surging challengers. We speak with political scientist, author and commentator Ian Bremmer a…
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The revelation that Alice Munro knew that her husband had sexually abused her nine-year-old daughter – and concealed it, even after he was convicted years later for his crimes – has rocked the literary world. Canadian authors Heather O'Neill, Sarah Weinman, and Stephen Marche join Megan Williams to discuss what this means for readers of Munro's fic…
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Today we are bringing you a sneak preview of an incredibly urgent, deeply compelling piece of audio journalism from Radio France. It was originally broadcast in French and was heaped with critical acclaim including the most prestigious prize in radio, The Prix Italia. It has now been translated into English and we have the privilege of bringing it …
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It was a rainfall for the history books and today's show was about how to get ready for the next one. David Common speaks with an engineering prof who says the GTA needs to prepare better for climate change. He speaks with an insuranc expert about why you may not be protected against floods.But first, we hear from a young sprinter on his way to Par…
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Robert Fisher: Toronto Mike'd Podcast Episode 1523
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In this 1523rd episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike chats with Robert Fisher about his career in news working for CBC Television, Global and then CBC Radio. For the first time, Robert talks about what really happened with his firing from Global Television. Toronto Mike'd is proudly brought to you by Great Lakes Brewery, Palma Pasta, Ridley Funeral Home,…
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America's history of assassinations and political violence
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At this point, it's still unclear what motivated Thomas Matthew Crooks to climb a nearby roof with an AR-15-style rifle and attempt to shoot former U.S. president Donald Trump. But he is far from the first person to make an attempt on the life of an American president. From the high-profile assassinations of Abraham Lincoln and John F. Kennedy to a…
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Tuesday, July 16: Police Chief talks youth, gangs, guns and trust
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Host David Common speaks with the Toronto Board of Trade about how congestion is driving people to the limit, he also looks at how gun charges fell apart because police lied and he speaks to Toronto Police Chief Myron Demkiw about that issue, and the rise in young teens being involved in gun crime.
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Supreme Court Grants Maintenance To Muslim Women
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In this podcast, Kushal speaks with Nikhil Mehra and Arshia Malik about the recent ruling by the two-judge bench of Justices B. V. Nagarathna and Augustine George Masih confirming that Muslim women can claim maintenance from their divorced husbands under Section 125 of the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC), 1973. The decision emphasises that Sectio…
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Dr Erica Thompson on how mathematical models can lead us astray and what we can do about it
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We live in a world that is increasingly being dictated by data. But the models that govern different outcomes need a lot of work. Dr Erica Thompson's fascinating book, "Escape from Model Land: How mathematical models can lead us astray and what we can do about it" is all about it. For all their vaunted prowess, models can often mislead. In this pod…
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Trump assassination attempt: What’s next for U.S democracy?
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In the wake of the apparent assassination attempt on former U.S. president Donald Trump at a campaign rally in Pennsylvania on Saturday, we look at the potential for an event like this to ratchet up further political violence, and how pivotal this moment could be for a democracy already in crisis. Vox senior correspondent Zack Beauchamp is our gues…
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For forty years, Hal Newman worked in Emergency Medical Services. After retiring, he decided to start an online platform, The Last Ambulance, where he investigates the problems he saw in the EMS system. Messages started pouring in from EMS workers from across the country. Now his platform has become a voice for many health care and emergency servic…
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Monday, July 15: Life is like a roller coaster...
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Host David Common is back and he gets right to it with a conversation with Alex Panetta, a CBC reporter at the Republican National Convention about Trump and how the conversation changes after the assassination attempt. Also, an exhibit marking Humiliation Day and how the untold stories of the Chinese community are still coming to light. And a conv…
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Hayden's Take: Toronto Mike'd Podcast Episode 1522
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In this 1522nd episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike takes a closer look at a 90s jam that mattered: Hayden's Take from the CFNY 102.1 New Music Search. This episode features Hayden Desser, Noah Mintz, Ron Hawkins, Lawrence Nichols and Ashley Buchholz. Toronto Mike'd is proudly brought to you by Great Lakes Brewery, Palma Pasta, Ridley Funeral Home, The …
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What's your reaction to the attempted assassination of Donald Trump?
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Last night Donald Trump was shot at during a rally in Pennsylvania. The FBI says it was an assassination attempt. The former President is fine according to his campaign and will still attend the upcoming Republican National Convention this week, but many believe that political discourse in the U.S. is not fine. What’s your reaction to what’s happen…
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Trump attack, Colonizing space, Alice Munro revelations, Kent Monkman
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Guest host Megan Williams speaks with Tolu Olorunnipa, Molly Ball and Keith Boag about the attack at Donald Trump's campaign rally on Saturday, Kelly and Zach Weinersmith lay out the challenges that scientists and policy makers face when it comes to surviving on Mars, authors Heather O'Neill, Sarah Weinman, and Stephen Marche speak on how the liter…
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On this episode: un-HINGEd Dates Cam Stewart You can listen to the John Oakley Show live and in its entirety weekdays from 3:00 - 6:00pm ET over the air, on our website www.640toronto.com, or on the Radioplayer Canada app Got a question or comment? We'd love to hear from you at michael@640toronto.com Technical production by David Hunter Music for t…
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Ed Sousa Kicks Out the Jams: Toronto Mike'd Podcast Episode 1521
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In this 1521st episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike chats with Ed Sousa to find out who he is and why he's able to bring his favourite bands to Classic Bowl and the El Mocambo. Along the way, Ed plays his ten favourite songs of all-time and talks about why he loves them. Toronto Mike'd is proudly brought to you by Great Lakes Brewery, Palma Pasta, Ridle…
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France Elections 2024 Left Wins Right Loses
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In this podcast, Kushal speaks with Catherine Perez-Shakdam about the recently concluded elections in France, where the left-wing alliance in France won the most seats in parliament in an unexpected result, dealing a body blow to the right party of Marine Le Pen. Follow Catherine:Twitter: @ShakdamC#franceelections #emmanuelmacron #newpopularfront #…
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As the NATO summit wraps up in Washington, D.C., this week, Canada has finally committed to spending two per cent of its GDP on defense, as required by the treaty. But NATO is an alliance forged in a post-WWII world at the dawn of the Cold War. Is it still relevant in a modern, post-Soviet world? Or has Russia's increased aggression in recent years…
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FOTMCast: Toronto Mike'd Podcast Episode 1520
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In this 2nd episode of FOTMCast, Cam Gordon and Tyler Campbell visit to recap the previous quarter of Toronto Mike'd episodes and discuss what's new in the TMU. Toronto Mike'd is proudly brought to you by Great Lakes Brewery, Palma Pasta, Ridley Funeral Home, The Advantaged Investor podcast from Raymond James Canada, The Toronto Maple Leafs Basebal…
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On this episode: FINDCHRISLOVE.COM Bar owner killed by bowling pinsetter machine in freak accident You can listen to the John Oakley Show live and in its entirety weekdays from 3:00 - 6:00pm ET over the air, on our website www.640toronto.com, or on the Radioplayer Canada app Got a question or comment? We'd love to hear from you at michael@640toront…
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Gary Chowen: Toronto Mike'd Podcast Episode 1519
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In this 1519th episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike chats with hairstylist to the stars Gary Chowen about his wild career from being Cher's personal hairstylist to smoking weed with John Lennon, George Harrison and Ringo Starr and sharing a bottle of scotch with Ed McMahon in the back of a limo. This man has stories to share. Toronto Mike'd is proudly b…
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Preparing for ‘war’: the Alberta blockade trial so far
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In 2022, a convoy of truckers angry with COVID-19 measures staged an 18-day blockade, shutting down a busy border crossing with the U.S. in Coutts, Alberta. It ended with the RCMP arresting 13 protesters and finding a stockpile of guns, ammunition and pipe bombs. Now, two men are standing trial for possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose and…
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Over the past two weeks, the media has suddenly become experts in diagnosing neurodegenerative disorders following Biden’s stumbles at the debate. Canadian Youtuber J.J. McCullough joins Justin Ling to dissect this presidential testing of our patience. Then, the Liberals are serious about stemming disinformation, and that’s why they’re paying socia…
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Thursday, July 11: It's a dry, dry summer
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As the LCBO strike goes on and the Premier doubles down on making ready to drink cocktails available everywhere, Molly Thomas speaks to OPSEU President JP Hornick about the union's priorities and goals in this strike. The Spadina bus is not just a song, the streetcar's replacement system is not working, but a city councillor says there are plans to…
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On this episode: Hostile Jerseys Paul Daly Garbage Gestapo You can listen to the John Oakley Show live and in its entirety weekdays from 3:00 - 6:00pm ET over the air, on our website www.640toronto.com, or on the Radioplayer Canada app Got a question or comment? We'd love to hear from you at michael@640toronto.com Technical production by David Hunt…
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In this podcast, Kushal speaks with Charlotte Littlewood about the recently concluded elections in England. Keir Starmer has become the new British prime minister after Labour won in a historic landslide. Voters inflicted a devastating defeat on Rishi Sunak’s Conservatives after 14 turbulent years in power. Follow Charlotte:Twitter: @CharlotteFLit#…
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Grappling with Alice Munro’s dark family secret
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The late Canadian author Alice Munro remains one of the best-known fiction writers in the English language. She won a Nobel prize for her work, and was celebrated for her intimate portrayals of the lives of women and girls. But for decades, Munro hid a dark secret: her husband had sexually abused her youngest daughter when she was a child, and Munr…
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What Europe's political gambles signal for the region and world
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A new political era is underway in Europe in the face of two snap elections. People in France are casting ballots in a second round of voting that could chart a new course for the country’s future, while across the channel, a landslide victory for the United Kingdom's Labour Party ended 14 years of Conservative rule. While the places, players and p…
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Guest host Molly Thomas talks the LCBO strike and what that means to the government's coffers. Also, a conversation about how Canada tops the list when it comes to ... car theft. And Kevin Blue, CEO of Canada Soccer is having a golden moment, even though the men fell to Messi and the Argentinian team at last night's COPA. He tells us what soccer fa…
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On this episode: Judge Michael Cicconetti Retired Ohio Judge with a distinctly creative approach to justice Francis Syms Cybersecurity Expert and Associate Dean with the Faculty of Applied Sciences and Technology at Humber You can listen to the John Oakley Show live and in its entirety weekdays from 3:00 - 6:00pm ET over the air, on our website www…
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Why Indigenous-led Genomics Matters: Part II (ep 349)
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On this week’s round table—the last all-new episode before our summer series launches—the second half of our special live on location look at Indigenous-led genomics. Recorded at the Global Indigenous Leadership in Genomics Symposium at UBC back in May, part one brought us the basics of genomics, how it differs from genetics, and how Indigenous gen…
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