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Israel
Indigenous Rights
Online Dating
Covid-19
European Union
Supply Chain
Debt
Youth Unemployment

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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Anne Pasek
Associate Professor at Trent University, Canada Research Chair in Media, Culture, and the Environment
Trent University
Episode: Big boxes, bigger questions: Unpacking AI data centres
Darius Snieckus
Business correspondent with Canada's National Observer
National Observer
Episode: Big boxes, bigger questions: Unpacking AI data centres
Joshua Kloke
Staff writer at The Athletic who spent years covering the Canadian team
The Athletic
Episode: Kicking above our weight: Canada in the World Cup and the World Cup in Canada
Gillian Mandich
Happiness researcher, assistant professor in the Department of Psychiatry at the University of Manitoba
University of Manitoba
Episode: Happiness researchers take your burning questions
Ulrich Schimmack
Happiness researcher, professor of psychology
University of Toronto
Episode: Happiness researchers take your burning questions
Hussam Alokhta
Urban planner
Happy Cities (urban design firm)
Episode: Happiness researchers take your burning questions
Charlotte Yates
Founder and president of Automotive Research Policy Centre
Automotive Research Policy Centre
Episode: What you need to know about the EV market as Chinese-made cars roll in
Max Fawcett
Lead columnist for Canada's National Observer
National Observer
Episode: What you need to know about the EV market as Chinese-made cars roll in
Kathryn Harrison
Professor of Political Science, University of British Columbia
University of British Columbia
Episode: Auditing Carney’s climate record

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Saroja Coelho
Host of Just Asking; CBC/Just Asking contributor across episodes

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 46 ratings
  • Please, Saroja...

    I really enjoy your show. You're very engaging and bright, but for god's sake, can you cool it with the "lean/leaning in"? You really overuse it. It's ok to just say thanks for commenting, or perhaps contributing, etc. other than this wee peccadillo, I do find you to be a lovely host. ❣️

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Marthlili
    Canadaa month ago
  • 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 States7 months 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
    Canadaa year 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
    Canada2 years ago
  • Very informative

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DMOttawa
    Canada2 years ago

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Guests are generally credible and well-prepared, enriching the discussion.

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Big boxes, bigger questions: Unpacking AI data centres
Q: What are the environmental trade-offs of hyperscale centers?
Huge energy and water use, high embedded carbon from construction, and potential local pollution; benefits include potential economic development if managed with strong regulations and clean energy.
Big boxes, bigger questions: Unpacking AI data centres
Q: What does an AI data center do exactly?
A data center serves content to users, and AI adds a specialized GPU-driven processing layer that increases energy and water demands, impacting local environments and grids.
Ebola, Hantavirus and Canada’s readiness
Q: Is there a vaccine for the current Ebola strain, and how quickly could vaccines be deployed if needed?
There are licensed vaccines for the more common Ebola species, but not for the current strain; research is ongoing, with plans and protocols in place to rapidly develop and test vaccines if needed, but deployment would take time and require clinical trials and regulatory processes.
Ebola, Hantavirus and Canada’s readiness
Q: What are the modes of transmission for Ebola and hantavirus, especially in household or healthcare settings?
Ebola and hantavirus spread mainly through close contact with bodily fluids and contaminated surfaces; airborne spread is not the primary route in typical settings, though close contact in care or funeral practices can drive transmission; prevention relies on isolation, proper PPE, and rapid case identification.
Ebola, Hantavirus and Canada’s readiness
Q: Jason, can you explain what Ebola is and what the main symptoms are?
Ebola belongs to the filovirus family with several species; four of the six cause disease in humans, with Ebola virus being the most common in outbreaks. It progresses from an initial asymptomatic phase to a period of rapid viral replication and immune response, leading to multi-organ dysfunction; severe disease includes vomiting and diarrhea and risk of death, with long-term health effects for survivors.

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A conversation-driven show that translates complex topics—ranging from happiness research and public health readiness to climate policy, energy markets, and digital culture—into practical takeaways for listeners. Live callers anchor episodes, with guests who are academics, policy experts, industry practitioners, and real-world practitioners sharing context, data, and actionable insights. The format regularly covers policy, technology, health, and economics, often weaving in data-driven analysis with accessible storytelling. Noteworthy is the blend of rigorous expert commentary with citizen questions, including timely coverage of national policy, consumer tech, and public health readiness, plus a recurring emphasis on media literacy and crit... more

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2. Darius Snieckus
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5. Ulrich Schimmack
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