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Because News

Because News

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Because News is Canada's funniest news quiz. Host Gavin Crawford quizzes comedians and celebrities about the headlines.

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Episodes
  • Gen Z is saving the mall one selfie at a time
    Mar 13 2026

    Gen Z loves the mall because it’s “phygital.” What does that even mean? Something from the ’70s is back and it’s not a good thing. Trump gifted his staff shoes that are way too big, but they’re wearing them anyway because no one can say no. The Canada Goose has put in the work, but Canada might name the Gray Jay its national bird. Robbery! And Mark Zuckerberg’s new house has a jazz lounge in it. Why??? Host Gavin Crawford quizzes comedians about this week's news. With Martha Chaves, Tom Hearn and Jan Caruana.

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    30 mins
  • Microwave clocks in B.C. can relax: the end of daylight saving time
    Mar 6 2026

    British Columbia says pick a time and stick to it. But is a darker morning and a lighter night what people really want? Mark Carney has officially been in charge for a year. He’s got some trade deals done, but not the trade deal. Looksmaxxing, softmaxxing, hardmaxxing - we break some bones trying to figure out what it all means. Listen to this episode for the jawline you’ve always dreamed of. Gavin Crawford quizzes Ann Pornel, Andrew Phung, and Eric Peterson.

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    29 mins
  • The U.S Men’s hockey team wins gold in being garbage
    Feb 27 2026

    Which two hockey players may never live down going to the White House? Saint John’s confirms “storm fatigue” is real so we use Big Bird as a unit of measurement for all that snowfall. Gavin reveals (ex) Prince Andrew’s extensive teddy bear collection has been evicted from the royal mansion. And Goodreads is letting you list the books you’ve never finished. Host Gavin Crawford quizzes Carley Thorne, Alice Moran, and Niko Stratis on this week’s episode.

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    30 mins
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