
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 | 2130 | Founded | 8 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | News | |||

U.S. President Donald Trump is threatening yet more tariffs, saying he’ll increase levies on cars, trucks and steel to 50% on January 1. This latest announcement comes as new tariffs came into place on Saturday on a number of Canadian goods worth $28... more
On Friday, Canada's trade talks with the U.S. fell apart less than an hour before the deadline for new tariffs hit. While there had been positive signs earlier in the week, Prime Minister Mark Carney says the U.S. proposed new terms in recent days th... more
On Thursday, Canadian trade representatives were in Washington for more talks amid a tentative trade deal with the U.S.
Coming out of the meeting, Canada-U.S. Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc said that they were "very close" to reaching an agreement.... more
In 2020, the politics of racial justice appeared to be everywhere: the killing of George Floyd sparked one of the largest protest movements in American history, and progressive ideas about policing, prisons, racism and inequality moved into the polit... more
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This podcast is guaranteed to make you feel worse about the world, no matter the topic. She’s that good at what she does.
Oh Canada? New Zealand; a fraction of our population, arable land, livestock etc yet their dairy exports worldwide. Worldwide export! Then there’s Sweden; a fraction of our population, land mass, strategic resources, yet they’re here in Q1 pitching their jet fighters. Jet fighters! What the frik are we even doing?
Content is too US centric and mirrors closely the daily podcast albeit usually worse by trying to put a Canadian spin on it. Come on CBC choose more domestic stories that impact Canadians a bit more.
Canadian currently living in the US. Have loved the show for a long time. I often listen and discuss episodes with my partner. I think Jayme is a top top interviewer and does a wonderful job.
I know others have made this point already many times, but please please consider increasing your coverage of uniquely Canadian stories vs other and especially American stories. There are many podcasts that cover American events well but yours is one of the few that covers Canadian stories well. We’ve been... more
I don’t always agree with the content which is great. This podcast provides a diversity of opinion in an increasingly polarized world.
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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:
1. Keeanga-Yamahtta Taylor
2. Will Christou
3. Matina Stevis-Gridneff
4. Gurkharan Kaur
5. Avneesh Nandar
6. Andrew Parkin
7. Armin Yalmesian
8. Christopher Worswick
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