The Current
CBCThree stories to expand your worldview, delivered daily. Matt Galloway cuts through a sea of choice to bring you stories that transcend the news cycle. Conversations with big thinkers, household names, and people living the news. An antidote to algorithms that cater to what you already know — and a meeting place for diverse perspectives. In its 20 years, the Current has become a go-to place for st... more
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 268 | Founded | 19 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | News | |||
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We are lucky to have a show like this on Canadian current events. Journalism is the highest caliber. Please more coverage of Canadian politics
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Canadaa month ago - Great Canadian Content
Great Canadian content.
Apple Podcasts5KathyRRoseCanada2 months ago - The swarming of a homeless man episode
First off, I really do like the quality and content of the podcast.
That being said I was infuriated by the content and tone of the reporting in the swarming of the UNDER HOUSED male Kenneth Lee.
The whole episode glossed over the unprovoked attack of Mr. Lee and focused rather on the 6 girls time in custody and the fact that some were stripped searched numerous times while in custody for MURDER.
The bleeding heart reporting and one sided journalism in this episode almost made my stomach turn... more
Apple Podcasts4Five?????Canada4 months ago - Great host
Matt is one of the best host. He knows how to interview people even in the most horrific situation
Apple Podcasts5Phil-anthropeCanada5 months ago - Election is pitting generations against each other
Great episode. Too bad no politician is actually targeting seniors via their income to increase their income through tax credits. Where is the help for the young ones? Stop giving money to us older rich ones (I don’t own a home but am comfortable). Help the less abled, help the families with child care costs (like make it $10. A day or free!) and make the retiring age 67 like Australia. Politicians are pandering to their supporters. Am angry at politicians. Every kid cannot possibly wait for g... more
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Spotify | #188 | Canada/Top Podcasts |
Spotify | #160 | Canada/Trending |
Apple Podcasts | #110 | Canada/Top Podcasts |
Apple Podcasts | #18 | Canada/News |
Apple Podcasts | #91 |  Chile/News |
Apple Podcasts | #138 |  China/News |
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This podcast offers a daily exploration of significant stories that go beyond the usual news cycle, presenting a diverse range of perspectives that aim to broaden listeners' understanding of current events. With a focus on in-depth conversations with influential thinkers, prominent figures, and everyday people, it serves as a platform for dialogue on various pressing issues, from healthcare and education to cultural narratives and societal concerns. Notably, it emphasizes storytelling with an eye toward human experience and systemic challenges, creating a thoughtful space for reflection and discussion.
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1. Liron Gertsman
2. Jill Lepore
3. Scott Taylor
4. David McLaughlin
5. Jane Goodall
6. Dennis Horak
7. Craig Pickthorn
8. Isabel Brooks
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