
In cities and towns across Ontario — and at Queen’s Park and Parliament Hill — our journalists work for you. Their mission is to dig for answers and tell you what they find. This new podcast from Village Media — ‘Closer Look’ — is all about the stories we tell. Every weeknight, hosts Michael Friscolanti and Scott Sexsmith go beyond the headlines with insightful, in-depth conversations featuring ou... more
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 251 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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'Schools cannot be safe places to learn if they are not safe places to teach': Tonight on the Village Media's 'Closer Look' podcast, a new report sheds even more light on a growing problem.
Hosted by Village Media’s Michael Friscolanti and Scott Sex... more
Tonight on the Village Media's 'Closer Look' podcast: Should you stay away from Mexico? Cuba? Where should you go instead? Our travel expert has all the answers to your pressing vacation questions.
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Are you one of the many Ontario students who rely on OSAP to help cover tuition? Brace yourself.
The Ford government has announced billions in new funding for colleges and universities, but the cash comes in tandem with a drastic overhaul to the Ont... more
Canada has a new Chief Public Health Officer.
Dr. Joss Reimer, a Manitoba physician who helped lead that province’s COVID-19 response, has been appointed to replace Dr. Theresa Tam, who is retiring.
On tonight’s episode of Closer Look, we revisit a... more
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Great episode on fraud. Watch The Bee Keeper.
The team presents very interesting community based journalism that speaks to problems that we face in our smaller communities every day. Thank you
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Offering a deep dive into pressing community issues within Ontario, this podcast features insightful conversations with journalists, experts, and key stakeholders. The hosts facilitate discussions on a wide range of topics, including healthcare, education, technology, and human rights, while emphasizing the impact of these issues on local communities. By shedding light on unique stories and important developments, the content aims to empower listeners with knowledge and engage them in critical societal dialogues. Listeners can expect a mixture of expert analysis and personal stories that underscore the podcast's commitment to credible journalism and public interest.
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Recent guests on Closer Look include:
1. Jack Hauen
2. Dr. Joss Reimer
3. Dr. Jonathan Fitzsimon
4. Peter MacLeod
5. Jan Motzkin
6. Kathleen Toman
7. Dr. Margot Burnell
8. James Cowan
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