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As It Happens

CBC
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Donald Trump
United States
Iran
Sinaloa Cartel
NATO
Ukraine
Minneapolis
Ryan Wedding
Afghanistan
Mark Carney
Greenland
Nepal
European Union
Venezuela
Mexico
Immigration
CBC
Alberta
Russia

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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Latest Episodes

A retired U.S. Army Sergeant who was shot seven times in the Fort Hood Massacre says he has no problem with his shooter being executed, but he balks at the Pentagon's plans to livestream his death by firing squad. 

Geely wants to become the first Ch... more

An American who says he was electrocuted and threatened with execution in a Venezuelan prison welcomes new torture charges against the country's deposed president, Nicolas Maduro. 

The eviction of an 87-year-old woman drove people in Spain into the ... more

On the anniversary of her murder, the son of Canadian-Israeli peace activist Vivian Silver reflects on the lessons she left behind and tells us her memory should not be used to justify violence. 

A psychiatrist reflects on the Carney government's de... more

The FBI announces the arrest of a Washington State resident who allegedly spent at least six months in contact with the shooter who killed eight people in Tumbler Ridge, B.C. 

A young woman from Okinawa tells us why she joined protests after a U.S. ... more

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Recent Guests

Maria Deliberato
Attorney with the ACLU who represents Tony Carruthers
American Civil Liberties Union
Episode: Her client survived execution months before Christa Pike
Will Puckett
Reporter with WVLT TV
WVLT TV
Episode: A botched lethal injection reignites death penalty debate
Yelena Burchich
Principal investigator on the CSTAR study
CSTAR, Cape Canaveral, Florida
Episode: A botched lethal injection reignites death penalty debate
Rachel Ripani
Co-founder of Rise Alive Women
Levanche Mularas Vivas
Episode: A botched lethal injection reignites death penalty debate
Patrick Tomlinson
Science fiction author and comedian
Independent
Episode: A botched lethal injection reignites death penalty debate
Yusuf Ali Osman
Blind advocate suing the British Museum over accessibility
Independent
Episode: A botched lethal injection reignites death penalty debate
Raed Jarrar
Advocacy Director at Democracy for the Arab World Now
Democracy for the Arab World Now
Episode: What the withdrawal of U.S. troops means for Iraq
Susana Cardenas-Alaiza
Ecologist and director of the Punta San Juan program
Punta San Juan program, Peru
Episode: What the withdrawal of U.S. troops means for Iraq
Liz Ellis
Historian, MacArthur Fellow
Princeton University
Episode: What the withdrawal of U.S. troops means for Iraq

Hosts

Nil Köksal
Host of As It Happens, CBC/Radio-Canada, with on-air leadership in interviews and anchoring.
Talia Schlanger
Host who oversees broadcast segments and on-site interviewing; substitutes when needed.
Saroja Quelo
Host who introduces segments and conducts on-site interviews; substitutes for regular host.
Chris Howden
Co-host, oversees broadcast segments; regular on-air presence.
Rebecca Zandbergen
Host of As It Happens; frames introductions and segments.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 1.5k ratings
  • The Best

    Podcast Addict
    5
    ReclOhm
    a month ago
  • Great show

    Love the show and the hosts. Keep up the great work

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lucemfere
    United States5 months ago
  • From Elwood Glover to Nik and Chris

    Growing up in Rochester Ny we listened to Canadian radio (curb). across the lake. When I moved to Maryland I discovered a program on the local public radio, Aih 11-12 pm. And now that podcast addition I listened to every evening . I compliment everyone who produces, tracks down interviewees, writes and delivers this high quality and informative program . I have to do repeats on weekends. Please continue the excellent programming. And, btw, when you change out the broadcasters, I always feel ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    riddleofthesand
    United States5 months ago
  • Saturday Special 2 shootings in the forest

    Oh boy, Vietnam is like a scab the never heals hearing that name. I was 17 CBS NBC journalist were

    embedded with soldiers then playing on the TV at dinner time.

    There are two distinct photos embossed in my memory recall. Making a 50 year follow up documentary with the young girl sounds quite fascinating. Nils Q&A sessions were spot on with such a touchy subject. The ending with ceremony giving rest to her father’s spirit as well as her spirit. Superb!

    KHF- Albuquerque NM -USA

    BIG FAN

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jackpo !
    United States5 months ago
  • Refreshing look at the news

    As an American, I’ve been listening to AIH for years, and I love the Canadian approach to US news. Thanks.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tenortech
    United States6 months ago

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Listeners prize the show's balanced, human-centered take on news with room for humor and warmth.
Audience values deep context and credible sourcing, with appreciation for Canadian perspectives on global events.
The on-the-ground reporting and diverse guest mix keep stories relatable and credible.
Fans note the show's ability to mix heavy topics with lighter, human-interest segments effectively.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#208
Canada/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#50
Canada/News
Apple Podcasts
#175
Saudi Arabia/News

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Special Episode: Community, culture and 'country food'
Q: What do you hope audiences take away, especially around National Day for Truth and Reconciliation?
I want audiences to understand that this is a living culture that sustains itself through families and hunters, and that reconciliation means protecting Indigenous ways of life from being eroded by high costs and systemic barriers.
Special Episode: Community, culture and 'country food'
Q: How did you decide on this particular community that this would be the place to tell this story?
The choice came from exploring where the documentary's themes—sharing, hunting, and sustenance—are most vividly lived; it also tied to the family and hunters who welcomed the filmmaker and provided a genuine, local perspective.
Her client survived execution months before Christa Pike
Q: What surprised you most about the Carruthers case and its parallels to Christa Pike?
The legal advocate emphasized that both cases exposed consistent failures in venous access protocols and the broader need to reevaluate lethal injection practices, with a focus on preventing unnecessary suffering and ensuring due process.
Is it time for Canada to quit StarLink?
Q: What is driving Canada to consider a domestic Starlink alternative?
Canada is pursuing a sovereign, independent communications network to avoid overreliance on SpaceX and to safeguard strategic and civilian communications, especially in the Arctic and in potential future cyber or geopolitical disruptions.
A detained journalist marks 25 years behind bars
Q: What are the main obstacles to Dawit Isaak's release?
The conversation centers on Eritrea's government and diplomatic stalemates, with Bethlehem explaining the daily uncertainties and the international pressure that continues to mount.

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Frequently Asked Questions About As It Happens

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

A daily news program blends hard-hitting international affairs with intimate human-interest stories, science explainers, and cultural moments. Episodes move briskly between on-the-ground reporting, expert analysis, and personal testimonies, often weaving in timely investigative pieces, disaster and safety segments, and lighthearted features to balance heavier topics. A hallmark is first-person voices from diverse communities worldwide, paired with clear explanations of complex issues, all punctuated by occasional humor and wordplay. The show's mix of policy debates, human rights context, and frontline reporting likely keeps a broad audience engaged across age and interest spectrums, with a notable penchant for accessible, grounded storytell... more

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Recent guests on As It Happens include:

1. Maria Deliberato
2. Will Puckett
3. Yelena Burchich
4. Rachel Ripani
5. Patrick Tomlinson
6. Yusuf Ali Osman
7. Raed Jarrar
8. Susana Cardenas-Alaiza

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