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Just Asking

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Climate Change
Gaza
Canada
Menopause
Perimenopause
Obesity
Hamas
Israel
Foreign Interference
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Diabetes
AI Companions
Tourism
Weight Loss Medications
Extreme Heat
Lyme Disease
Menopause Foundation Of Canada
Workplace Inclusivity
Alice Munro
Polarization

You’ve got smart questions, we’ve got solid answers. If googling got you nowhere, you can always call your friend Saroja Coelho. With guest experts, Just Asking turns the week’s news and latest trends into tips that help you make better decisions about your life. Whether it’s tech, money, career or health — we’ll hear you out, and help you out. The show takes live calls on CBC Radio every Saturday... more

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Nneka MacGregor
Survivor of intimate partner violence and co-founder of the Women's Centre for Social Justice
Women's Centre for Social Justice
Episode: How can Canada stop intimate partner violence?
Kirsten Mercer
Feminist lawyer and anti-gender-based violence advocate
Episode: How can Canada stop intimate partner violence?
Jaigris Hodson
Canada Chair, Research Chair in Digital Misinformation, Polarization and Anti-Social Media
Royal Roads University
Episode: News vs. Misinformation in the TikTok Age
Ashley Fraser
Senior Reporter for CBC's The National
CBC
Episode: News vs. Misinformation in the TikTok Age
Cole Bennett
Canadian news influencer covering politics and social issues
Episode: News vs. Misinformation in the TikTok Age
Kari Leibowitz
Health psychologist and author of How to Winter
Episode: Help: Winter is Coming
Ana Karina Hidalgo
Lecturer in the Department of Geography and Planning at the University of Saskatchewan
University of Saskatchewan
Episode: Help: Winter is Coming
Matt Dallek
Professor of political management and historian at George Washington University
George Washington University
Episode: Is MAGA breaking up?
Dr. Alexandra Solomon
A clinical psychologist and adjunct professor at Northwestern University
Northwestern University
Episode: Advice on long-distance relationships (and friendships!)

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Saroja Coelho
Host of Just Asking, engaging with expert guests and audiences to explore timeliness issues and provide actionable insights.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 43 ratings
  • Stick to the tips!

    First guest on the just asking Thanksgiving episode doesn’t celebrate Thanksgiving and in her first few words was focused on Free Palestine. Not what I am looking for in a podcast for cooking tips.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    B.ONE
    United Statesa month ago
  • Thoughtful Discussion

    Lots of thoughtful discussion. I like the format with having the host, a subject matter guest or two, and callers. There is a good mix of the guests sharing information and responding directly to questions (some live and some pre-recorded). Very well run and programming.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Transit=Love1245679
    Canada5 months ago
  • Thanks for your service!

    The world is complicated, and this show is trying to help us out by *directly* answering our questions. The host does an excellent job in keeping the show on track without making guests/callers feel unwanted haha.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Čœßtūmër
    Canadaa year ago
  • Very informative

    Love the variety of topics and the guest that helps answer questions about them. Easy to understand

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DMOttawa
    Canadaa year ago

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Reviewers enjoy the blend of personal stories and expert insights, making the content relatable and engaging.
Listeners appreciate the thoughtful discussions covering complex topics in an accessible manner.
The interactive format with expert guests and listener questions helps demystify misunderstood subjects.

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How is Canada fighting climate change?
Q: Why isn't Canada investing more heavily in solar energy?
Investment in solar is limited compared to other renewable energies, despite its potential benefits for buildings and housing.
How is Canada fighting climate change?
Q: What are the concerns from Indigenous groups regarding the development of mines and pipelines?
There are concerns about ecological impacts and the need for equitable benefits from these projects.
How is Canada fighting climate change?
Q: What is Canada doing to influence other countries on climate change?
Canada should demonstrate leadership by championing climate action and ensuring fair participation from developing nations.
Is MAGA breaking up?
Q: How might the MAGA movement evolve after Trump?
There are potential divisions where one faction could lean towards more radical elements while another might adopt a more pragmatic approach to maintain traditional Republican values.
Is MAGA breaking up?
Q: How does the MAGA movement relate to global far-right movements?
Discussions indicate that MAGA can be seen as part of a broader populist challenge against established political norms globally. This aligns with rising far-right ideologies in several countries.

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1. Nneka MacGregor
2. Kirsten Mercer
3. Jaigris Hodson
4. Ashley Fraser
5. Cole Bennett
6. Kari Leibowitz
7. Ana Karina Hidalgo
8. Matt Dallek

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