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As It Happens

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News that’s not afraid of fun. Meet people at the centre of the day’s most hard-hitting, hilarious and heartbreaking stories — powerful leaders, proud eccentrics and ordinary people in extraordinary circumstances. And plenty of puns too. Hosted by Nil Köksal and Chris Howden, find out why As It Happens is one of Canada’s longest-running and most beloved shows. (Ahem, we literally helped make the b... more

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Donald Trump says he could let the Canada-US-Mexico trade deal expire -- but our guest, the president of the Business Council of Canada, argues the agreement is crucial to American and Canadian prosperity. 

A new trove of thousands of photos shows t... more

A Somali-American says his community is living in fear, after a series of ugly comments by U.S. President Donald Trump -- language he says need to be called out as racism, pure and simple.

The ICC's first chief prosecutor says American strikes on al... more

Before the Prime Minister even arrived at a Special Chiefs Meeting today, the Assembly of First Nations had already voted to oppose Ottawa's pipeline agreement with Alberta. 

After getting hundreds of thousands of signatures, Alberta's 'Forever Cana... more

The man accused of killing a member of the National Guard served in a CIA-backed paramilitary group in Afghanistan called the "Zero Units"; we'll find out what that is, and what those who served with him are saying about the attack.

A Toronto man sa... more

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Vanessa Hartley
Co-founder of the Centre for Environmental Justice
Episode: As Denmark sleeps, the ‘night watch’ keeps tabs on Trump
Jason Alsop
President of the Council of the Haida Nation
Episode: As Denmark sleeps, the ‘night watch’ keeps tabs on Trump
Jesper Tobog Karlsson
Political journalist at the Danish Daily Politikken
Episode: As Denmark sleeps, the ‘night watch’ keeps tabs on Trump
Alexandra Clow
Staff writer with the Palm Beach Post
Palm Beach Post
Episode: The questions raised by a shooting near the White House
Peter Cunningham
Softwood lumber producer
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Episode: The questions raised by a shooting near the White House
Paul Hunter
CBC's Senior Washington Correspondent
CBC
Episode: The questions raised by a shooting near the White House
Trevor Pugh
Senior Scientist at the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre
Princess Margaret Cancer Centre
Episode: The questions raised by a shooting near the White House
Ellie Robinson
Teacher at Walhampton School
Walhampton School
Episode: The questions raised by a shooting near the White House
Jake LaHut
Wired Magazine
Episode: Another setback for Donald Trump in the courts

Hosts

Nil Köksal
Host and journalist, known for engaging interviews and insightful storytelling.
Chris Howden
Co-host and seasoned broadcaster known for bringing humor and depth to current events discussions.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 1.5k ratings
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    I don’t know if it was tweaked or what but to my artistic sensitive eye, well done.!!!

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    KFischer

    Albuquerque NM

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    Kfschr
    United Statesa month ago
  • Part of my childhood and beyond

    My family always had CBC on in the background my whole childhood, now I listen to your podcast. I can always catch your show every day. Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CinderDaxWolf
    Canadaa month ago
  • Exclusively Trump/US content

    Another CBC show that virtually never mentions Canada. Three day-old, ill-informed regurgitations of takes from US programs about subjects that have zero to do with our country.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    J. Oatmon
    Canada3 months ago
  • A perfect balance

    News and weird news. Tragedy and comedy. Such is life. And they capture it. With seriousness, warmth, empathy, hilarity, bad puns.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ClaudioRestrepoZapata
    United States5 months ago
  • Love the puns

    Here for the puns and a take on the news that is not always depressing and hopeless.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RebeccaSaw
    Canada5 months ago

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The show is praised for its insightful content and ability to tackle difficult topics with humor.
Listeners find joy in the unique narratives shared, often expressing appreciation for the cultural and social insights offered.
Listeners appreciate the blend of serious news and light-hearted storytelling.
There's a shared sentiment that the podcast provides a refreshing take on current events, balancing depth with entertainment.
Many comment on the hosts' engaging interviewing style and thoughtful questioning.

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#218
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#149
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#222
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As Denmark sleeps, the ‘night watch’ keeps tabs on Trump
Q: Given everything that we know at this point, do you have hope that there will be accountability at the end of an investigation?
There isn't actually any internal mechanism in Israel that is willing or able to investigate this kind of conduct.
As Denmark sleeps, the ‘night watch’ keeps tabs on Trump
Q: Kaguis Jason Alsop, will you be accepting the minister's invitation to sit down and talk about this pipeline?
We need to have dialogue with the government of Canada and our focus is to have a direct dialogue government to government with the prime minister.
How much agreement is there really about a new pipeline?
Q: Given where BC's leadership is, First Nations concerns at this point, how will you convince them?
Alberta must engage in meaningful discussions with BC and Indigenous groups for mutual benefits.
How much agreement is there really about a new pipeline?
Q: Corey Hogan, I'll begin with Stephen Gilbo's resignation.
Stephen understands the difficult economic context but opposes the agreement, citing environmental concerns.
What Thomas King’s revelation says about Canadian literature
Q: What do you say to people who are feeling destabilized and don't feel that they can trust people who they trusted?
We know how to support each other and most importantly, how to recover and rebuild.

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What is As It Happens about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focusing on the intersection of serious news and quirky human interest stories, the content features a rich blend of hard-hitting reporting alongside lighter narratives. Each episode presents in-depth discussions with newsmakers, experts, and everyday people sharing personal experiences that resonate deeply with listeners. This unique podcast offers a mix of rigorous journalism infused with humor, ensuring that audiences not only stay informed but also entertained. It's likely to appeal to those interested in diverse perspectives on current events, social issues, and cultural anecdotes, making it a distinctive source of news commentary.

Notably, the program's charm stems from its engaging hosts and a penchant for puns, providing a refreshin... more

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Recent guests on As It Happens include:

1. Vanessa Hartley
2. Jason Alsop
3. Jesper Tobog Karlsson
4. Alexandra Clow
5. Peter Cunningham
6. Paul Hunter
7. Trevor Pugh
8. Ellie Robinson

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