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Cross Country Checkup

Cross Country Checkup

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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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Episodes
  • Blue Jay Blues: Canadians helping each other after a crushing World Series loss

    Blue Jay Blues: Canadians helping each other after a crushing World Series loss
    Nov 2 2025

    The Toronto Blue Jays came within two outs of a World Series win — before a crushing loss to the Dodgers in extra innings. From Bo Bichette’s homer to Ernie Clement’s tears, it was a run that united fans across Canada.


    Our question: What did this World Series journey mean to you, and how do you bounce back after defeat?
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    56 mins
  • Was Ontario’s anti-tariff ad the mistake or was it the apology?

    Was Ontario’s anti-tariff ad the mistake or was it the apology?
    Nov 2 2025

    Doug Ford called it the most successful ad in North American history — but Donald Trump called it cheating. Ontario’s anti-tariff ad campaign has been pulled after stirring debate on both sides of the border. Trade talks have halted and Mark Carney apologized to Donald Trump.


    Our question: Was Ontario's anti-tariff ad worth it? What conversations are you having with the Americans in your life?
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    53 mins
  • Are the Blue Jays Canada's team?

    Are the Blue Jays Canada's team?
    Oct 26 2025

    The Toronto Blue Jays are chasing their first World Series title since 1993, facing the LA Dodgers with the series now tied at one game apiece. It’s the story of underdogs who became “Canada’s Team,” uniting fans from coast to coast.


    But this World Series isn’t just about baseball. Politics are in play too, after Donald Trump froze trade talks and imposed new tariffs in response to Ontario’s anti-tariff ads airing during Jays games.


    Our question: What does the Blue Jays World Series run mean to you?
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    54 mins
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