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Weekends with Ben O’Hara-Byrne

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Credit Card Debt
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Weekends with Ben O’Hara Byrne will showcase Ben’s signature curiosity, good humour, and love for great Canadian stories - whenever you're listening. Learn new things, hear surprising perspectives, and head into your day with fresh stories to talk about. Ben O’Hara Byrne brings decades of experience in journalism, broadcast, and connecting with people to the microphone. Throughout his career, he’s... more

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Guest: Alan Doyle, singer, songwriter, and author of The Smiling Land: All around the circle in my Newfoundland and Labrador

Guest: Andy Curran, founding member, guitar and vocals, Coney Hatch

Guest: Tim Carpenter, former head of the FBI’s Art Crime team and

author of The Grave Robber: The Biggest Stolen Artifacts Case in FBI History and the Bureau’s Quest to Set Things Right

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Nancy Payne
Mother of Corporal Randy Payne, a soldier killed in Afghanistan in 2006
Episode: Defense spending - Budget reaction - Mamdani Mania - Carney on pipelines
Andy Curran
A founding member of Coney Hatch and lead vocalist/bassist
Coney Hatch
Episode: Canadian classic rockers Coney Hatch on 40 years of metal and remastering their 1982 debut
Rick Westhead
Senior correspondent at TSN and author of We Breed Lions
TSN
Episode: One of Canada’s premier investigative journalists tackles hockey’s troubled culture
Mickey Jurich
Political journalist covering Parliament
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Episode: MP Floor crossing - Budget breakdown - Shower before bed or after? - Why solitude gets a bad rap
Rose Freestone
Microbiologist at the University of Leicester
University of Leicester
Episode: MP Floor crossing - Budget breakdown - Shower before bed or after? - Why solitude gets a bad rap
Don Drummond
Stauffer-Dunning Fellow at Queen's University and fellow in residence at the CD Howe Institute
Queen's University
Episode: MP Floor crossing - Budget breakdown - Shower before bed or after? - Why solitude gets a bad rap
Mike Moffitt
Founding director of the Missing Middle Initiative, a housing advocate
Missing Middle Initiative
Episode: MP Floor crossing - Budget breakdown - Shower before bed or after? - Why solitude gets a bad rap
Robert Copeland
Chancellor's Professor in Psychology at Carleton University, author of The Joy of Solitude
Carleton University
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Dennis Molinaro
Former National Security Analyst and instructor in legal studies at Ontario Tech University
Ontario Tech University
Episode: A timely warning about the past as Canada looks to reset relations with China

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Ben O'Hara-Byrne
Host known for his curiosity and engaging storytelling, bringing a wealth of experience from journalism and broadcasting to the conversation.

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4.6 out of 5 stars from 26 ratings
  • Why aren’t there any current podcasts?

    Why aren’t there any current podcasts?

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Boho_Incorporated
    Canada7 months ago
  • Worth a listen

    Nice to hear more in-depth interviews on current events and the days news. More informative than the sound bites we get from newscasts.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    fly rod fumbler
    Canada4 years ago

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Canadian classic rockers Coney Hatch on 40 years of metal and remastering their 1982 debut
Q: What do you think about the new remastering of the album?
The new remastering brought all the audio quality to the forefront, revealing details in the songs that weren't noticeable before.
Canadian classic rockers Coney Hatch on 40 years of metal and remastering their 1982 debut
Q: Tell me about the release in 1982 of the album, because we're talking about the reissue or the remastering of that great first album.
The album was the biggest selling record for Coney Hatch, and it included iconic songs like Monkey Bars that fans still demand at shows.
Defense spending - Budget reaction - Mamdani Mania - Carney on pipelines
Q: How do you assess the public's reaction to the federal budget?
David Coletto indicates that the public's response is mixed, with about half feeling it is a step in the right direction, reflecting trust in Prime Minister Carney despite uncertainties about the budget's implications.
Defense spending - Budget reaction - Mamdani Mania - Carney on pipelines
Q: What is your reaction to the military budget increase?
Mark Norman expresses cautious optimism about the increased military budget, acknowledging it is a necessary step but also highlighting concerns about the execution and planning for future military needs.
One of Canada’s premier investigative journalists tackles hockey’s troubled culture
Q: Did you get the sense that the hockey world was essentially just waiting for it to go away?
Yes, the hockey world seems to avoid confronting these issues, focusing instead on promoting the sport and maintaining profitability.

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The content is characterized by a blend of insightful interviews and engaging stories that touch on various aspects of Canadian culture, politics, and history. Noteworthy themes include pressing societal issues, reflections on the past through personal narratives, and explorations of national pride, such as significant Canadian figures and events—along with lighter topics like food culture. A distinct aspect is the focus on both serious newsworthy events and lighter subjects, which allows for a nuanced understanding of contemporary themes. This mix is likely to resonate with listeners who appreciate depth and diversity in discussions.

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1. Nancy Payne
2. Andy Curran
3. Rick Westhead
4. Mickey Jurich
5. Rose Freestone
6. Don Drummond
7. Mike Moffitt
8. Robert Copeland

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