
Context is everything. Join us Monday to Friday for a Canadian daily news podcast from The Globe and Mail. Explore a story shaping our world, in conversation with reporters, experts, and the people at the centre of the news.
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 1130 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | News CommentaryNewsDaily News | |||

The prices of gold and silver have been climbing quickly this fall, with both precious metals setting a new high for per-ounce price. Why is this happening?
Columnist and reporter Tim Kiladze explains how central banks, Trump and even AI factor into... more
Last week, Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre made comments about the RCMP being “despicable” on a YouTube show, accusing them of “covering up” for former Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. This sparked backlash from opposition parties as well as Conse... more
On Thursday, Ottawa announced incoming legislation to reform the bail system. It comes after months of pressure both in Parliament and across the country, as a surge of Canadians say they feel crime is worsening, and that the bail system is too lenie... more
There has been a lot of talk about Canadian sovereignty ever since the election of Donald Trump. And that sovereignty talk extends to the digital realm too. Last month, nearly 70 public figures and experts sent a letter to Prime Minister Mark Carney ... more
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I enjoy the in depth review of important topics. Try discussing tariffs cross border and also tell us how free trade between provinces is going and what the hold up/road blocks there and how to solve these.
I’m sure this is a petty complaint. But I dislike how Menaka has to “hmm” all the time, as if to show she is listening to the guest. So unnecessary.
I like the content but I can’t unhear this now that I’ve noticed and it drives me mad.
Hi. Lar. I. Ous. Topped by, “I would subscribe to watch those play out”. Yipes.
A wide-ranging discussion of Canadian news. Glad to have it.
This has got to be the most boring news podcast. They dither over irrelevant minutia and totally miss the big picture. Very left-leaning and biased portrayal of issues. It’s a great listen if you want to fall asleep.
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A daily news podcast that provides insights into current events shaping Canada and the world. Through conversations with reporters and experts, this platform explores various significant topics, from political developments to social issues. Recent discussions have encompassed the FIRE movement, the disappearances of children, emergency health responses to COVID-19, and intricate geopolitical situations such as the Israeli ground invasion of Gaza. Notable for its engagement with substantial narratives and expert commentary, the show aims to inform listeners about complex news stories while fostering a deeper understanding of their implications.
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