
Front Burner is a daily news podcast that takes you deep into the stories shaping Canada and the world. Each morning, from Monday to Friday, host Jayme Poisson talks with the smartest people covering the biggest stories to help you understand what’s going on.
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 2100 | Founded | 8 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | News | |||

Lindsey Graham, the U.S. Republican Senator from South Carolina, died on Sunday at 71. Before Donald Trump won the Republican nomination in 2016, Graham was a high-profile critic of the future president, calling him “hateful,” a “kook,” and a “race-b... more
It’s no secret that Prime Minister Mark Carney thinks Canada should reduce its dependence on the U.S. It’s a message he delivered on the world stage in Davos. But new reporting from the Wall Street Journal illustrates how Carney has been making this ... more
Mark Carney met with Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman in Saudi Arabia this week, aiming to strengthen ties and build up our economic relationship in areas like AI and critical minerals.
It’s been 26 years since a Canadian Prime Minister visited the ... more
The U.S. midterms are coming up this fall. They could flip control of the House and possibly the Senate. But both parties are dealing with difficult messes.
Progressive Democratic candidate Graham Platner’s Senate campaign in Maine imploded after a... more
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For the pipeline & kids on social media & kids on AI they never ask & those people can’t influence the outcome.😭.
I like the show and listen to it daily. However, it is shameful that CBC is running gambling ads on this podcast. That is why the bad review. So ironically, I tuned in to listen to the latest on the restrictions on social media and AI for young people, and I was blasted with an ad for an online casino. These ads are fueling a public health crisis in gambling addiction. Our national broadcaster should not be promoting this harmful activity.
Wonderful to hear Canadian topics of such political significance. Not a great interviewer, however. I wish the host would ask better questions to its guests.
Glad to hear Wab Kinew. Wish the interviewer was less hostile. I agree with other reviewers who say you don’t push back enough against misinformation (ie Israel’s nuclear weapons when they are committing genocide or right wing Americans). And only push when the guest is left of the Liberals.
I was very disappointed with how Jayme conducted the interview with Wab Kinew. She kept trying to stir up controversy and was constantly badgering the Premier to justify himself. She hasn’t done this other guests.
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A sharp, concise daily news show that probes major Canadian and global stories with expert guests and a probing host. Episodes consistently feature deep dives into politics, policy, law, and international affairs, often blending investigative insight with historical context. The show frequently tests interview subjects' claims, offers rigorous analysis from journalists, academics, and policymakers, and situates stories within broader social and economic impacts. A standout trait is its willingness to challenge guests while keeping discussions accessible and timely, making it a strong fit for listeners who want informed perspectives on current events and policy debates.
Noteworthy is the mix of national politics, civil liberties, and intern... more
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Recent guests on Front Burner include:
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2. Drew Hinshaw
3. Joe Parkinson
4. Dennis Horak
5. Alex Shephard
6. Anne Shibata Casselman
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8. Aaron Wherry
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