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Front Burner

CBC
Canada
Donald Trump
United States
Iran
Mark Carney
Artificial Intelligence
Alberta
Trump Administration
Tariffs
China
ICE
Israel
Elon Musk
Pierre Poilievre
Conservative Party Of Canada
Openai
Strait Of Hormuz
NATO
Danielle Smith
Ukraine

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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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

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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

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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

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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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Keeanga-Yamahtta Taylor
Professor of African-American history at Princeton University
Princeton University
Episode: Trade war update // What happened to 'woke' politics?
Will Christou
Freelance reporter for The Guardian
The Guardian
Episode: Is Israel deliberately starting wildfires in Lebanon?
Matina Stevis-Gridneff
Canada Bureau Chief for the New York Times
New York Times
Episode: 'Fed up' Canadians' push to oust U.S. ambassador
Gurkharan Kaur
International student turned immigrant featured in the episode
Independent/Our Alberta Advantage (as referenced)
Episode: Canada's immigration 180: Part 2
Avneesh Nandar
Edmonton-based immigration lawyer and spokesperson
Our Alberta Advantage
Episode: Canada's immigration 180: Part 2
Andrew Parkin
Executive Director, Environics Institute for Survey Research
Environics Institute
Episode: Canada's immigration 180: Part 1
Armin Yalmesian
Economist and Atkinson Fellow on the future of workers
Economist
Episode: Canada's immigration 180: Part 1
Christopher Worswick
Economist and labour economist at Carleton University
Carleton University
Episode: Canada's immigration 180: Part 1
Sam Blewett
Political reporter, Politico
Politico
Episode: Nigel Farage: Mr. Brexit's wild ride

Host

Jayme Poisson
Host of Front Burner

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 7.3k ratings
  • Jayme loves the dissemination of bad news. Anxiety provocation is her true calling.

    This podcast is guaranteed to make you feel worse about the world, no matter the topic. She’s that good at what she does.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    kyrie el
    Canadaa month ago
  • Re Trump’s tariff threats

    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?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jammyjimmy
    Canadaa month ago
  • A Canadian podcast about the US

    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.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    B.I.B
    Canadaa month ago
  • Please more Canadian content

    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

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Princess Nünü
    United Statesa month ago
  • Excellent

    I don’t always agree with the content which is great. This podcast provides a diversity of opinion in an increasingly polarized world.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gardener 1234
    Canada2 months ago

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Listeners praise concise, well-researched discussions and a calm, respectful interviewing style.
Positive notes emphasize strong guest selections and well-posed questions that illuminate complex topics.
Criticism centers on perceived US-tilted coverage and some guests, with calls for more Canadian-focused content.

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#23
Canada/Top Podcasts
Spotify
#16
Canada/Trending
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#2
Canada/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#2
Canada/News
Apple Podcasts
#131
South Korea/News
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#149
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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Trade war update // What happened to 'woke' politics?
Q: What does defunding the police look like in material terms, and why is it a central debate in the woke politics conversation?
Defunding the police is framed as reallocating funds from policing toward social services—housing, healthcare, childcare, and violence interruption programs—that empirically reduce crime more effectively; the debate centers on how to implement such shifts without compromising public safety, and how to communicate these nuances to voters frightened by past crime spikes.
Trade war update // What happened to 'woke' politics?
Q: What might you say to someone like Zoran Mondani who shifted away from defunding the police as mayor?
Mondani's governance shows that serving as an elected official requires negotiating new questions and relationships, which often leads to a pragmatic shift toward investing in social services and public safety in collaboration with police departments; the broader point is that true public safety may require addressing underlying social issues rather than relying solely on policing.
How Syria's former first lady aided the bloody regime
Q: In the end, one of the central questions of your series seems to be whether she was this woman trapped in this authoritarian system, like a complicated victim, or somebody who was complicit in what the Assad government was doing. Where do you come down on that?
The host and guest explore degrees of ambiguity, acknowledging that Asma likely wavered at times but ultimately participated in shaping the regime's economy and propaganda; the evidence from emails and testimonies suggests a blend of complicity and constrained agency within a coercive system.
Where's the fight to keep Canada together?
Q: How do public figures' messaging and media coverage affect the trajectory of Alberta's separatist movement?
Messaging from leaders on both sides—calibrated, sometimes cautious or strategic—appears to emphasize unity or division differently at events like the Stampede. The guest compares candidates' public stances and questions the effectiveness of bold pro-unity messaging given political risk, while suggesting that a charismatic counter-movement or a federal provocation could shift momentum.
Where's the fight to keep Canada together?
Q: What role do fundraising and political operatives play in the momentum of the referendum?
Fundraising momentum is critical, with groups like Let Alberta Decide raising significant money and the stay camp leveraging larger organizations and polling. The guest highlights that donors may fear visibility due to political alignments, which affects willingness to contribute, and notes early signs that outside groups could shift the pace of campaigning after Labour Day.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Front Burner

What is Front Burner about and what kind of topics does it cover?

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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2. Will Christou
3. Matina Stevis-Gridneff
4. Gurkharan Kaur
5. Avneesh Nandar
6. Andrew Parkin
7. Armin Yalmesian
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