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An in-depth look at the issues, culture and personalities shaping Canada today.

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Recent Guests

Louis Hugo Francescutti
Physician and professor at the School of Public Health at the University of Alberta
University of Alberta
Episode: What is functional health and why is it declining for Canadians?
Paul Daly
Professor of law at the University of Ottawa
University of Ottawa
Episode: Does Canada need to rethink its Emergencies Act?
Max Fossett
Journalist
Journalist (guest on episode)
Episode: Big Headlines: NASA's mission to the moon has a Canadian astronaut on board and Trump has an update on Iran coming up
Max Fawcett
Journalist
Episode: Canada is torn over the notwithstanding clause
Mike Epple
Senior Business Editor
Episode: Big Headlines: Stats Canada has released the January GDP update and Canada Post is ending door-to-door service
Emilda Thavaratnam
Educator at Centennial College and author of Ontario's Colleges Were Founded to Serve Local and Regional Needs
Centennial College
Episode: Has Ontario lost its way with colleges?
Avi Lewis
Former filmmaker, newly named leader of the federal NDP
New Democratic Party (NDP)
Episode: Big Headlines: Air Canada CEO to resign and the federal NDP have a new leader
Matthew Green
Former Hamilton Centre NDP MP
New Democratic Party
Episode: Big Headlines: Air Canada CEO to resign and the federal NDP have a new leader
Ben Shiller
Economist and associate professor at Brandeis University
Brandeis University
Episode: Weekend Listen: Are companies using AI as an excuse to lay you off?

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Caryn Ceolin
Host of The Big Story podcast
Maria Kestane
Host of The Big Story
Virgesh Dave
Host of Big Headlines

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 2.9k ratings
  • Epstein file cover up

    Could hardly listen to their guest today try to minimize the gravity of the Epstein files

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    LarjSarj
    Canadaa month 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.

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    Aurorespera
    2 months ago
  • I used to love this Podcast. Not a fan of the new host so deleting it.

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    ghgh
    2 months ago
  • Random news updates

    Why are you stuffing extra bulls—- into this feed? Can I not just have what I signed up for?

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    readyjess
    Canada2 months ago
  • Really? A separatist

    Having a separatist on is one thing but to have very little pushback on it? No thanks I’m not listening anymore.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Kcquail
    Canada3 months ago

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#222
Canada/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#11
Canada/News/Daily News
Apple Podcasts
#60
Canada/News
Apple Podcasts
#245
United Kingdom/News/Daily News
Apple Podcasts
#46
Taiwan/News/Daily News
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#68
South Korea/News/Daily News

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From Tehran to Toronto: How the Iran war influences Canada’s energy prices
Q: Let's start with the basics for those of us who don't really have a strong understanding of how the oil market works. How much oil does Canada produce and how much of it is exported?
Canada produces about five and a half million barrels a day, uses around a million, so it exports roughly four and a half million barrels daily, making it the world's third-largest exporter behind Saudi Arabia and Russia. Most of this goes to the United States, so the Canadian market remains regional rather than fully global.
ICE agents and an Air Canada crash: how did US aviation get here?
Q: How might ICE involvement at airports affect travelers, especially Canadians visiting the U.S.?
Moore suggests that trained security roles are essential and that ICE could assist with security tasks if properly trained, but cautions that scope and training must be appropriate to avoid creating new friction or safety risks for travelers.
ICE agents and an Air Canada crash: how did US aviation get here?
Q: What long‑term steps should the U.S. aviation system take to avoid similar incidents in the future?
The analyst argues for increasing the number of trained controllers, improving pay and scheduling to reduce fatigue, and ensuring robust safety investigations that inform policy changes rather than quick fixes.
Big Headlines: The push for diplomacy continues between the U.S. and Iran as Trump considers some dramatic scenarios to end the war
Q: Can Canada get a grip on its tipping culture?
The host discusses tipping norms, wages, and service expectations, inviting expert insights from Dr. Wayne Smith to compare European and Canadian practices and propose potential reforms.
What is functional health and why is it declining for Canadians?
Q: What can be done at the policy or community level to address this decline?
Addressing the decline requires preventive investments, easier access to primary care, strong social supports like housing and employment security, and programs that foster social connection; some respondents suggest living wages and more equal distribution of benefits, as well as leveraging AI to improve diagnosis and care while preserving a human-centered approach.

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This series offers listeners a detailed examination of contemporary issues, culture, and personalities influencing Canada. By focusing on various socio-political topics, episodes often feature notable guests who bring expertise from a range of fields, including politics, academia, and social justice. The discussions shed light on pressing matters, from healthcare disparities to international relations and trade policies, providing a rich context for understanding the nuances of Canadian life. With its blend of informative journalism and diverse perspectives, it appeals to those keen on staying abreast of the Canadian news landscape and its broader implications.

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Recent guests on The Big Story include:

1. Louis Hugo Francescutti
2. Paul Daly
3. Max Fossett
4. Max Fawcett
5. Mike Epple
6. Emilda Thavaratnam
7. Avi Lewis
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