Because News
CBCBecause News is Canada's funniest news quiz. Host Gavin Crawford quizzes comedians and celebrities about the headlines.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 49 | Founded | 10 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Comedy | |||
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Bad Bunny kisses off the United States and Martha Chaves tells America “give us back our food and mojitos.” The Blue Jays are better than anyone thought. Albania's newest Cabinet Minister is an A.I. The news is terrible so we must talk about the cat ... more
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Are Alberta’s school libraries actually full of porn? Is Donald Trump still alive? Quebecers grieve the loss of Les Simpsons. Scott Thompson reveals why highland dancing is not gay. Gavin Crawford welcomes Scott, Brandon Ash-Mohammed and Jan Caruana ... more
Because News will be off for the summer!
We'll be back in September, so keep an eye out for tickets to be posted soon at BecauseNews.ca
The radio will be airing our favourite weekly repeats. For more content, check out our TikTok and Instagram (@CB... more
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- AWESOME PODCAST
Hi I am an eleven year old living in Ontario Canada and I love love love this show! I listened to one episode and now it's my comfort podcast. I completely absolutely definitely recommend this to anyone and everyone no matter what age whether you need a laugh or not.
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Canadaa month ago - 100% AMAZING
Great show as a fellow Canadian I am proud to be so funny.
Great job and thanks for being amazing. ⚜️🇨🇦⚜️
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Apple Podcasts5⚜️🇨🇦⚜️Canada4 months ago - Life saver!
This podcast is such a good idea! it’s so funny and Gavin‘s voices are so hilarious and wonderful! What would we do without Because News????
Apple Podcasts5Canadianaid🐰Canada4 months ago - Amazing
Love this show as it is a great way to laugh about the news, especially when the news isn’t always great.
Apple Podcasts5Transit=Love1245679Canada4 months ago - This is funny
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Apple Podcasts | #41 | Canada/Comedy |
Apple Podcasts | #198 |  Russia/Comedy |
Apple Podcasts | #243 |  Israel/Comedy |
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Frequently Asked Questions About Because News
What is Because News about and what kind of topics does it cover?
A unique comedy quiz that blends humor with current events, featuring a rotating cast of comedians and celebrity guests engaging in lively discussions about the week's headlines. The show often showcases hilarious interpretations and satirical takes on significant social and political issues, ranging from local to international topics, providing listeners with both entertainment and a fresh perspective on the news. With a focus on Canadian culture, it offers a delightful mix of comedy and insightful commentary, making it a go-to for those seeking laughter amid the daily news cycle.
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Which podcasts are similar to Because News?
These podcasts share a similar audience with Because News:
1. The Debaters
2. Laugh Out Loud
3. Under the Influence with Terry O'Reilly
4. Quirks and Quarks
5. We Regret To Inform You: The Rejection Podcast
How many episodes of Because News are there?
Because News launched 10 years ago and published 49 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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What guests have appeared on Because News?
Recent guests on Because News include:
1. Eric Peterson
2. Brandon Ash-Mohammed
3. Jan Caruana
4. Alice Moran
5. Martha Chaves
6. Miguel Rivas
7. Chris Sandiford
8. Emma Hunter
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