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Village Media Inc.
Ontario
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Ontario Education Policies
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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

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“Canadians have changed the way they use the postal service, and we must change with them.”

That was the message this week from Canada Post CEO Doug Ettinger, after dozens of managers were laid off as part of an ongoing overhaul at t... more

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Doug Ford’s anti-tariff commercial has stopped airing on U.S. networks, but the controversial ad is still getting plenty of attention.

According to multiple reports published today, Donald Trump’s Ambassador to Canada was so furious ... more

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Have you tried returning any empties lately? It’s not as easy as it used to be.

Nearly 100 Beer Stores have permanently shut down since the Ford government expanded alcohol sales to corner stores and grocery stores, and more are expe... more

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Last week, we told you about a new rule impacting Canadian snowbirds: if you plan to stay in the U.S. for more than 30 days, prepare to be photographed and fingerprinted at the border.

This week, another new rule that impacts all U.S... more

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Recent Guests

Gary Sands
Vice President of Government Relations at the Canadian Federation of Independent Grocers
Canadian Federation of Independent Grocers
Episode: Deadline looms for grocery stores to start accepting your empties
Len Saunders
Immigration lawyer based in Washington state and dual citizen of Canada and the US
Self-employed
Episode: Not just snowbirds — all Canadians travelling to U.S. will be photographed
Julian Karaguesian
Economics professor at McGill University and former special advisor at the Federal Finance Minister.
McGill University
Episode: Doug Ford finally gets Donald Trump’s attention
Vanessa Iafolla
Anti-Fraud Expert and Consultant at Anti-Fraud Intelligence Consulting
Anti-Fraud Intelligence Consulting
Episode: Been duped by an online scam? There’s no shame in that
Kelly Jackson
VP of Destination Development at Destination Toronto
Destination Toronto
Episode: Blue Jays are World Series-bound, but they’re not the only big winners
Stephen Fine
President of Snowbird Advisor
Snowbird Advisor
Episode: Spend your winters down south? Prepare to be fingerprinted at the border
Pam Fusilli
CEO of Parachute Canada, an injury prevention charity
Parachute Canada
Episode: Ban speed cameras? Not so fast, protesters tell Doug Ford
Jackie Pichette
Director of Skills Policy for RBC Thought Leadership
Royal Bank of Canada
Episode: Times have changed, and our colleges and universities need to keep up
Sy Huda
Renowned cybersecurity expert in Canada
Episode: Ontario school boards learn hard lesson on cybercrime

Hosts

Michael Friscolanti
Host and Editor-in-Chief, often engaging in discussions that require in-depth analysis and journalistic scrutiny.
Scott Sexsmith
Co-host, known for his ability to facilitate challenging conversations and highlight key community issues.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 37 ratings
  • CUPW strong for all Canadians!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Dortmunder
    a month ago
  • Scam movie

    Great episode on fraud. Watch The Bee Keeper.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Shoovel
    Canadaa year ago
  • Balanced journalism at its best

    The team presents very interesting community based journalism that speaks to problems that we face in our smaller communities every day. Thank you

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Danielle Dorschner
    Canada2 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the insightful and in-depth reporting on local issues that aren't often covered by mainstream media.
There is a strong appreciation for the journalistic integrity and the unfiltered nature of the discussions, which resonate with community concerns.

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Not just snowbirds — all Canadians travelling to U.S. will be photographed
Q: What do you think these new rules will lead to for the American tourism industry?
It's definitely not going to help; this new biometric requirement is just another deterrent for Canadians and other nationals from coming to this country.
Spend your winters down south? Prepare to be fingerprinted at the border
Q: What advice would you give to Snowbirds regarding the new border regulations?
Be open to whichever registration option is presented by the CBP officer when crossing the border.
Doug Ford finally gets Donald Trump’s attention
Q: Is this working?
Julian analyzed that while tariffs could bring back some manufacturing to the U.S., it remains uncertain if this would create significant job growth due to automation in the industry.
Doug Ford finally gets Donald Trump’s attention
Q: Do you think in your opinion that the province should pull the ads?
Julian expressed that he believes the province should withdraw the ads to achieve the best deal possible in trade negotiations with the U.S.
Been duped by an online scam? There’s no shame in that
Q: How has AI helped fraudsters ramp up their game?
AI enables fraudsters to impersonate others effectively, enhancing their ability to deceive victims.

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Focusing on significant local issues across Ontario, the discussions often feature in-depth analyses of current events, social challenges, and public policy. The hosts engage with a variety of experts and influential figures to explore topics such as homelessness, infrastructure projects, and the implications of political decisions. Notably, the podcast emphasizes transparency and accountability, aiming to provide listeners with a deeper understanding of the news shaping their communities. With an unfiltered approach, it goes beyond typical news coverage by incorporating voices of those directly affected and insights from local leaders.

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Closer Look launched 4 years ago and published 177 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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1. Gary Sands
2. Len Saunders
3. Julian Karaguesian
4. Vanessa Iafolla
5. Kelly Jackson
6. Stephen Fine
7. Pam Fusilli
8. Jackie Pichette

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