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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.

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One year after Trump’s election, the U.S. looks very different than it did in 2024. PM Mark Carney has dubbed Trump “transformative”, and there’s no indication the president is shifting gears. CBC’s Washington correspondents – Paul Hunter, Katie Simp... more

Writer George Orwell has had a major impact on the way we talk about and view the world. His book 1984 introduced us to words and phrases like “thoughtcrime,” “doublespeak” and “Big Brother,” which have become common parts of our vocabulary. Seventy ... more

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In a huge win for the Democrats, Zohran Mamdani has been elected mayor of New York City. He ran on an explicitly leftist platform, focused on affordability and the working class — but many of his own party's top leaders have been reluctant to endorse... more

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Prime Minister Mark Carney and the Liberal government have unveiled a budget that calls for $141-billion of new spending in the next five years to prop up an economy grappling with major economic disruptions. It also proposes $51.2-billion in cuts an... more

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Recent Guests

Joshua A. Cohen
Writer of the newsletter Ettingermentum, covering American politics and focusing on the left.
Ettingermentum
Episode: A big Mamdani win, a big Dem identity crisis
Rick Perlstein
Historian and author of "Reaganland, America's Right Turn 1976 to 1980"
Episode: What did Reagan really believe about tariffs?
Vina Nadjibulla
Vice President of Research and Strategy with the Asia Pacific Foundation of Canada
Asia Pacific Foundation of Canada
Episode: In Asia, Canada hopes to fill a Trump-sized void
Dimitry Anastakis
Professor of history and business at the University of Toronto, has written extensively about Canada's automotive industry.
University of Toronto
Episode: Can Canada’s auto industry survive Trump?
Blake Murphy
Host of Sportsnet's Jays Talk Plus
Sportsnet
Episode: Blue Jays bandwagon 101
Beverly Gage
American historian and author of G-Man, J. Edgar Hoover and the Making of the American Century
Episode: Is the FBI’s secret war on American activists back?
Marie-Philippe Bouchard
President of CBC Radio-Canada
CBC
Episode: CBC President Marie-Philippe Bouchard
Liam Casey
Reporter at the Canadian Press covering Marineland for over a decade
Canadian Press
Episode: Marineland’s scandalous decline
Anaya Fadi Walid Abouakar
A 12-year-old girl living in a displacement camp in Gaza.
Episode: Portraits of childhood in Gaza

Host

Jayme Poisson
Host with a focus on breaking down complex topics in a clear and engaging manner, often featuring prominent guests to enhance discussions.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 6.7k ratings
  • Thank you

    Thank you for sharing the truth about the genocide that has been and continues to be happening to the Palestinian people.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jen1347
    Canada19 days ago
  • Excellent reporting

    I’ve been following front burner for years now, and I’ve always been impressed by the scope and depth of the reporting. But in the past month, it’s gotten even better. Thank you for your coverage of the many important issues in the world, including (importantly!) the genocide in Gaza.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Karenlt58
    Canada19 days ago
  • My go-to news pod

    Always topical, always informative, never frivolous as so many US ‘news’ pods are quickly becoming. Great work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jammyjimmy
    Canada19 days ago
  • Portraits of childhood in Gaza

    Excellent. Thank you for humanizing the Palestiniams. I pray peace and stability comes to them soon

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Laila Yamin
    Canadaa month ago
  • Doesn’t offer competing viewpoints

    This podcast has a format of interviewing a single guest with a strong point of view. It comes across as peddling a particular narrative.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    MChu888
    Canadaa month ago

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Listeners value the expertise of guests, often commenting on the relevance of topics covered and the host's interviewing skills.
Some express concerns about potential biases in guest selection, desiring a more balanced view across the political spectrum.
Many listeners appreciate the deep insights into Canadian stories and current events, praising the informative and thorough coverage.

Chart Rankings

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#25
Canada/Top Podcasts
Spotify
#35
Canada/Trending
Apple Podcasts
#8
Canada/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#2
Canada/News
Apple Podcasts
#163
Colombia/News
Apple Podcasts
#223
United Arab Emirates/News

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Is Alberta headed for a general strike?
Q: What do you make of how she's framing that? How is that landing?
The framing seems to disconnect from the community's experiences and concerns, as many feel that educational outcomes shouldn't solely be tied to the fluctuating prices of oil.
Is Alberta headed for a general strike?
Q: Why was the last deal ultimately rejected?
The teachers felt that the proposed pay raises and additional resources were not sufficient and did not address the underlying issues of workload and class size limitations.
Is Alberta headed for a general strike?
Q: What have the teachers been asking for?
The teachers have been asking for improved wages, better school conditions, and manageable workloads, especially in light of rising inflation and increasing demands from students.
Can Canada’s auto industry survive Trump?
Q: How crucial is our auto sector to our economy?
It is the largest value-added sector of the Canadian economy and historically the most significant industry for exports and imports.
Can Canada’s auto industry survive Trump?
Q: How much trouble would you say the Canadian auto sector is in right now?
The sector is in a lot of trouble due to a challenging landscape created by unprovoked attacks on the industry.

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This daily news podcast offers an in-depth look at the most pressing stories influencing Canada and the global landscape. Each episode provides insights into contemporary issues such as Canadian politics, economics, immigration, and social concerns, featuring expert guests to help contextualize the news. Regular discussions cover a broad range of topics from domestic policies, interactions with US politics, to emerging technologies like artificial intelligence and cryptocurrency. The unique breadth of Canadian coverage across various provinces ensures that listeners remain well-informed about local and national matters that impact their lives.

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1. Joshua A. Cohen
2. Rick Perlstein
3. Vina Nadjibulla
4. Dimitry Anastakis
5. Blake Murphy
6. Beverly Gage
7. Marie-Philippe Bouchard
8. Liam Casey

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