Episodes

  • Trump's lecture at UN; NYC threat thwarted; BC ostrich farm arrests

    Trump's lecture at UN; NYC threat thwarted; BC ostrich farm arrests
    Sep 24 2025
    U.S. President Donald Trump took on the world at the United Nations today. Mackenzie Gray reports from New York on the commander-in-chief's wide-ranging lecture and his sharp criticism of allies. Mackenzie also looks at how Prime Minister Mark Carney focused his attention on the Ukrainian children Russia has abducted, and on Canada-China relations. The Secret Service says it has busted a threat to cripple New York City's entire cellphone network. Jackson Proskow explains what agents uncovered inside several apartments. Arrests have now been made at a British Columbia farm at the centre of a fight to save hundreds of ostriches from being culled. David Akin explains how the federal government's gun buyback program will work. Heather Yourex-West updates the search for a missing 5-year-old boy in Alberta. Mike Armstrong has the new details about the case of a 15-year-old boy who was shot to death by Quebec police over the weekend, and how his heartbroken family is demanding answers. And Heidi Petracek explains how a baseball fan in Nova Scotia struck up a friendship with his favourite MLB player, Ted Williams, and ended up with a bat signed by acting legend Robert Redford. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    27 mins
  • France recognizes Palestine; Trump's advice to pregnant women

    France recognizes Palestine; Trump's advice to pregnant women
    Sep 23 2025
    France joins Canada and other countries in recognizing Palestinian statehood. Mackenzie Gray reports from the United Nations headquarters in New York, and looks at how Israel and the U.S. are responding. Heather Yourex-West looks at how Ottawa's Gaza visa program is still failing Palestinians in Canada and their families. Jackson Proskow reports on how U.S. President Donald Trump and Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. are drawing a link between Tylenol, pregnancy, and autism - despite a lack of evidence. Back in Ottawa, David Akin explains how Public Safety Minister Gary Anandasangaree was caught criticizing the federal government's gun buyback program. Also, ruling out dining out: Mike Armstrong explains why fewer Canadians have an appetite for eating at restaurants. Plus, fired up over fireworks: Neetu Garcha explains why Canadian outdoor apparel brand Arc'teryx is apologizing for a huge fireworks display in the foothills of the Himalayas. And game-changers: Eric Sorensen explains why the CFL is moving the goal posts - literally. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    27 mins
  • Recognizing Palestinian statehood; Charlie Kirk remembered

    Recognizing Palestinian statehood; Charlie Kirk remembered
    Sep 22 2025
    Mackenzie Gray reports on Canada formally recognizing Palestine as a state, and the condemnation from the federal Conservatives, Canadian Jewish groups, and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Candice Cole reports on the memorial service for conservative influencer Charlie Kirk. Felicia Parrillo introduces you to an autism advocate in Quebec who's also a music composer and hoping to improve mental health services and education for people living with autism and other disabilities. Katherine Ward reports on the free private jet service for low-income people who need to travel far to access health care. And Heidi Petracek explains why one Canadian brewery is phasing out bottled beer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    26 mins
  • All eyes on Disney; Russia's aerial attack; 'Rambo of Quebec' honoured

    All eyes on Disney; Russia's aerial attack; 'Rambo of Quebec' honoured
    Sep 21 2025
    Disney's decision to yank the ABC late night show "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" off the air has spawned accusations of government pressure on free speech. As Candice Cole reports, even some notable Republicans are criticizing the threat to revoke the broadcast licences of television networks. As Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy expresses anger toward Western allies, Mackenzie Gray reports on Russia's deadly aerial assault on Ukraine, which involved hundreds of drones and dozens of missiles. There is another conflict that's garnered far less attention: the one in Sudan. Redmond Shannon reports on the war the world continues to ignore, and how the level of violence against civilians in Sudan is only getting worse. Reggie Cecchini explains how U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs are facing a major test at the country's Supreme Court. Plus, Arctic war games: Nathaniel Dove explains how the military uses simulations to prepare for conflicts and attacks on Canadian interests. And Felicia Parrillo reports on the new honour for a war hero dubbed "the Rambo of Quebec." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    25 mins
  • Free speech fears; Kneecap kneecapped; Lottery winners' shared fortunes

    Free speech fears; Kneecap kneecapped; Lottery winners' shared fortunes
    Sep 20 2025
    There is significant blowback after U.S. President Donald Trump suggested TV networks that air unfavourable coverage of him should lose their broadcast licences. The comments come after ABC pulled its flagship late-night show "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" off the air. As Jackson Proskow reports, the comedian's supporters argue it’s an attack on free speech and call it media censorship. Prime Minister Mark Carney has wrapped up his quick trip to Mexico City, where he was on a mission to strengthen ties. Now a new Ipsos poll reveals how Canadians feel about the federal government's management of Canada-U.S. relations. And as David Akin reports, people aren’t feeling the trust with their southern neighbours. Eric Sorensen explains why Canada has barred hip-hop group Kneecap from entering Canada. Touria Izri reports on the new federal bill targeting hate crime, and the concerns the bill could stifle legitimate protests. Mike Armstrong reports on how McGill University wants to restrict campus protests. Heidi Petracek updates the search for Jack and Lilly Sullivan, the Nova Scotia siblings missing since May. Plus, 14 people in a small remote community in Quebec have won a share of a $50 million Lotto Max jackpot. The windfall may change the town, but as Dan Spector reports, residents say it won’t change them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    26 mins
  • Censorship concerns after ABC suspends Kimmel; Carney in Mexico

    Censorship concerns after ABC suspends Kimmel; Carney in Mexico
    Sep 19 2025
    ABC has hit the pause button on its popular late night show "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" causing a uproar. You'll hear the comedian's comments that struck a nerve; Jackson Proskow reports on the latest indication of how the Trump administration is wielding its power and silencing voices it doesn't agree with; and Dawna Friesen looks at Trump's track record of threatening or intimidating those who challenge him. And in the United Kingdom, Redmond Shannon explains how Trump's visit there is being seen as a win. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Mark Carney is in Mexico City. David Akin is travelling with him, and explains what Carney is trying to accomplish there. Mike Armstrong explains why Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich says Gaza could be a "real estate bonanza." Heather Yourex-West looks at why Quebec and Alberta aren't making COVID-19 vaccinations free for everyone. Plus, why French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife, Brigitte, are headed to court to prove she was born a woman. And Eric Sorensen looks at the rise of Canada's national women's rugby team, and how it's now among the world's very best. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    26 mins
  • Interest rate cuts; Montreal cold case solved; Ice cream split

    Interest rate cuts; Montreal cold case solved; Ice cream split
    Sep 18 2025
    The central banks in both Canada and the U.S. have slashed their benchmark interest rates. Mackenzie Gray and Anne Gaviola report on what these moves signal about the economies in both countries; and whether Canada's cost of borrowing could keep dropping. Montreal police have cracked a 17-year-old cold case. Mike Armstrong explains how investigators solved the murder of Catherine Daviau, who was found dead in a burned-out home in 2008; and why it's too late for the killer to face justice. Pomp, the U.S. president, and purpose? What's the point of Donald Trump's unprecedented second state visit to the United Kingdom? Redmond Shannon reports. In Nova Scotia, a former swim instructor at a youth detention centre is facing dozens of charges related to sexual assault allegations. RCMP say they've identified 300 victims, and there could be more. Heidi Petracek explains the accusations, and why at least one prisoner advocate says the alleged abuse was an "open secret." Neetu Garcha explains how years of negotiations between the Nisga'a First Nation in B.C. and its partners resulted in the approval of a controversial, multi-billion-dollar LNG project. Heather Yourex-West reports on the research saying human-made climate change made Canada's heat waves more likely. Plus: ice cream split. Touria Izri has the scoop on why Ben & Jerry’s co-founder Jerry Greenfield says he can't "in good conscience" stay with the company he founded decades ago. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    27 mins
  • Genocide declaration; Freeland quits cabinet; Remembering Robert Redford

    Genocide declaration; Freeland quits cabinet; Remembering Robert Redford
    Sep 17 2025
    Israel has and is continuing to commit genocide against Palestinians, according to the United Nations Independent International Commission of Inquiry on the Occupied Palestinian Territory. Redmond Shannon looks at the evidence being cited, what world leaders are being urged to do, and how Israel is angrily rejecting the findings. Chrystia Freeland is quitting her job as a federal cabinet minister. Mackenzie Gray tells you what Freeland's new role will be, and looks back at her legacy as a high-profile cabinet minister. China's hefty tariffs are hitting Canadian canola farmers hard. Heather Yourex-West reports on how Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe is tasked with helping find a solution, and how nervous farmers are watching closely. Jackson Proskow has the new details revealed in court about Tyler Robinson, the man accused of gunning down conservative influencer Charlie Kirk. Jeff Semple reports on the pilot who averted tragedy after crash-landing a small plane next to a busy soccer field in the heart of Toronto. Dan Spector reports on the police interviews shedding new light on the mental state of a Montreal mother who abandoned her young daughter in June. Plus: Robert Redford was much more than Hollywood's golden boy. Eric Sorensen looks back at the legend's legacy as an actor, filmmaker, and activist. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    27 mins