The Big Story
Frequency Podcast NetworkAn in-depth look at the issues, culture and personalities shaping Canada today.
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 1897 | Founded | 8 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | NewsNews CommentaryDaily News | |||
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Plus: Alberta announces a new oil pipeline, a lawsuit is filed over an alleged leak of Alberta voters’ personal information, Canada Post pauses shipping parcels to some European countries, a B.C. journalist reacts after a businessman whose followers ... more
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Plus: Canada will play Morocco in the round of 16 at the World Cup, an America-themed beaver statue is destroyed in Toronto, B.C. nurses issue a strike notice, and Mark Carney’s plan to restore 24 Sussex. We love feedback at The Big Story, as well as... more
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- Jordan and the team gone
This was one of my favourite podcasts. However, Rogers let a lot of the team go. This has resulted in very low quality. The topics aren’t as unique, the guests don’t have any new insights and the questions are not inspired.
At least I can follow Jordan on LinkedIn and keep an eye on what he does next. But all I keep thinking about is how Jordan would advertise the UofT continuing education program is a way to safeguard against layoffs. Now, here we are.
Apple Podcasts1leagleahleah
Canada2 months ago - Unfortunate
Really used to love this show. Have tried to give it a chance with the random hosts now but it’s just not good.
Apple Podcasts1readyjessCanada3 months ago - Epstein file cover up
Could hardly listen to their guest today try to minimize the gravity of the Epstein files
Apple Podcasts1LarjSarjCanada4 months ago Episodes under the past host were pretty good. Now the episodes are tacky at best. The Alberta separatism episode with Barry Cooper was disgusting. Why would you platform someone who says something as divisive as "nobody cares what happens in the Maritimes"? That interview was full of misinformation and should not have made it to publication.
Podcast Addict25 months agoAuroresperaI used to love this Podcast. Not a fan of the new host so deleting it.
Podcast Addict25 months agoghgh
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Apple Podcasts | #11 | Canada/News/Daily News |
Apple Podcasts | #52 | Canada/News |
Apple Podcasts | #126 |  United Kingdom/News/Daily News |
Apple Podcasts | #46 |  Saudi Arabia/News/Daily News |
Apple Podcasts | #131 |  Austria/News/Daily News |
Apple Podcasts | #138 |  South Africa/News/Daily News |
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What is The Big Story about and what kind of topics does it cover?
The program offers quick, Canadian-focused news briefs paired with in-depth conversations on timely policy, health, economics, and culture. Episodes blend domestic politics, public policy, and global events with expert guests who translate complex issues into practical takeaways for Canadian audiences. Notable strengths include a diverse mix of guests ranging from researchers and economists to journalists, health leaders, and technology/legal experts, often connected to current debates about infrastructure, public health, climate, and technology. The show stands out for its accessible explainers (like discussions on Eurovision's place in Canada) and a format that mixes brisk updates with substantive expert analysis, making it useful for lis... more
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Recent guests on The Big Story include:
1. Paul Deegan
2. Adam Ellis
3. Alison Kemper
4. Elizabeth Renzetti
5. Oral Brown
6. Mahen Zaweti
7. Ma'n Zawati
8. Mel Cap
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