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From the team at The Big Story, comes Big Headlines – Canada's first daily news headlines podcast. Catch up on Canada’s top stories, with insight from reporters across the country. From breaking news to politics, sports climate, and culture. Big Headlines makes staying connected to the pulse of the country easier than ever. Perfect for busy Canadians on the go!

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Plus: Two pilots killed in the Air Canada Jazz plane crash in New York have been identified, TSA security lines in the U.S. continue, most Canadians say they are satisfied with how the government handled the COVID-19 pandemic, and police in Vancouver... more

Plus: Parliament resumes after winter break, and TSA agents will be deployed at airports across the US.

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Plus: The Ontario government is moving to ban unlimited ticket resale prices ahead of the FIFA World Cup, and the first day of spring doesn't really feel like it.

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Plus: European leaders meet in Brussels, Poilievre on Joe Rogan's podcast, Canada's ranking on the World Happiness Report, and can the Canadian Armed Forces keep out white supremacists? Email the Big Headlines team at hello@thebigstorypodcast.ca Foll... more

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Dr. David Hoffman
Director of the Criminology and Criminal Justice Program, University of New Brunswick
University of New Brunswick
Episode: Iran strikes energy facilities in the Middle East while police thwart school attacks in two Canadian provinces
Willie Lowry
One of the hosts of Two Blocks from the White House, CBC News in Washington
CBC News (Washington)
Episode: Iran is seeking revenge after the killing of another top leader and a new poll suggests most Canadians want to remain neutral in this war
Kerry Ewart
Dr., chair of the Bachelor of Education Program
Wilfrid Laurier University
Episode: Trump threatens to "take" Cuba, while two key Iranian officials have reportedly been killed in the Middle East war
Josh Shacknow
Family lawyer and CEO of visto.ai
visto.ai
Episode: Trump threatens NATO allies and 'One Battle After Another' cleans up at the Oscars
John Curtin
University of Toronto Professor
University of Toronto
Episode: Another MP crosses the floor as the Liberals inch closer to a majority
Amarnath Amarsingam
Associate professor at Queen's University
Queen's University
Episode: Mixed messaging from U.S. leaders around the war in Iran, while gunshots ring out at the U.S. consulate in Toronto
Alexander Sault
Postdoctoral fellow at the Canadian Global Affairs Institute
Canadian Global Affairs Institute
Episode: Iran's new supreme leader and Carney calls for three federal byelections
Karen Sciolin
Host of The Big Story podcast
The Big Story
Episode: Carney not ruling out Canadian involvement in the Middle East, as Iran war brings in more countries
Travis View
Conspiracy theory researcher
Episode: Carney not ruling out Canadian involvement in the Middle East, as Iran war brings in more countries

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Virgesh Dave
Host of Big Headlines, providing insights on Canada's current affairs.

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Iran strikes energy facilities in the Middle East while police thwart school attacks in two Canadian provinces
Q: What are the main factors driving the oil price volatility discussed in the episode, and how are markets reacting to the latest developments?
Analysts expect continued volatility due to ongoing conflict in the region, potential further supply disruptions, and coordinated responses from Western powers; the episode notes price increases and discusses possible scenarios if the conflict persists, with experts weighing the risk of further nighttime spikes.
Iran's new supreme leader and Carney calls for three federal byelections
Q: What could Canadian involvement in Iran look like given the current regional dynamics?
The guest explains that Canada's options are limited and categorized around advisory or staff-level involvement rather than large-scale military deployment, focusing on diplomatic engagement and coordination with allies, with Ottawa weighing limits and escalation risks.
Carney travels to India and how a snowball fight is leading to arrests in New York City
Q: Why do you think there's a hesitancy to collect race-based data here in Canada officially?
Kiri Daniel emphasizes that people are afraid to ask the question, and there's a misconception about being rude by inquiring.
Canadian airlines resume flights to Puerto Vallarta and Ottawa meets with Open AI
Q: How does the work of local law enforcement play a role in these killings and sanctioning of these cartels?
Local law enforcement struggles with minimal resources and low pay, and those who resist corruption face dire consequences.
The Prime Minister meets with Canada's premiers and preparations are underway ahead of the FIFA World Cup
Q: What's at stake for Pierre Poilievre ahead of his leadership review?
The political strategist discusses the challenges faced due to threats and the need for strong leadership in today's climate.

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Focusing on current events in Canada, this podcast captures the essence of the nation's most pressing news stories, providing insights and analyses from reporters situated throughout the country. Covering a broad array of topics, it spans breaking news, political developments, cultural events, and climate issues, allowing listeners to stay informed on significant happenings that affect their lives. The format seems tailored for the busy Canadian who seeks to stay connected and informed while on the go, making it a convenient choice for daily content consumption.

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1. The Big Story
2. Global National with Dawna Friesen
3. Two Blocks from the White House
4. World Report
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Big Headlines launched 2 months ago and published 42 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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1. Dr. David Hoffman
2. Willie Lowry
3. Kerry Ewart
4. Josh Shacknow
5. John Curtin
6. Amarnath Amarsingam
7. Alexander Sault
8. Karen Sciolin

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