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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.

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The Canadian television show Heated Rivalry has found major success not just in Canada, but with American audiences, too. The show, a love story between two male hockey players, has broken television streaming records and taken over social media.

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Marsha Laderman
Colleague who inspired the Christmas episode.
Episode: Bark! The Herald Angels Sing: how people met their pets
Sarah Bartnicka
Freelance journalist
The Globe and Mail
Episode: The rise of medical tourism
David Shribman
Executive Editor of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette and a contributing columnist for The Globe and Mail.
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
Episode: Bondi Beach shooting echoes past antisemitic attacks
Vass Bednar
Managing Director of the Canadian SHIELD Institute
Canadian SHIELD Institute
Episode: Why your loyalty points don’t go as far as they used to
Jason Kirby
Globe staff reporter who investigates the impact of the opioid epidemic on the construction industry.
The Globe and Mail
Episode: The construction industry’s opioid problem
Rob Fairchild
Brother of Michael Fairchild sharing personal anecdotes and family impacts of the opioid crisis.
Episode: The construction industry’s opioid problem
Tony Keller
Globe columnist and author of Borderline Chaos, How Canada Got Immigration Right and Then Wrong
The Globe and Mail
Episode: Why Canada lost consensus on immigration — and how to get it back
Rupa Banerjee
Canada Research Chair in Economic Inclusion, Employment and Entrepreneurship of Canada's Immigrants
Episode: Why Canada lost consensus on immigration — and how to get it back
Eric Andrew-Gee
Quebec correspondent for The Globe
The Globe and Mail
Episode: Alleged drug trafficking, murders and an Olympian-turned-fugitive

Host

Cheryl Sutherland
Host of a daily news podcast, providing context to significant stories of the day. Her approach often involves engaging conversations with experts and key figures in current events.

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 1.3k ratings
  • Hmmm

    Why is it every host has to use the audible response of ‘mmmm’ or ‘hmmm’ to every statement made by a guest? It’s so distracting and odd.

    Some producer needs to be told it’s actually not a good idea & to edit it out.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    RT..............2016
    Canadaa month ago
  • Wow, truly instructive and inspirational helping this old dinosaur understand our challenges for the future and maybe how to respond!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Marcog59
    3 months ago
  • Autism Episode Dishonesty

    This episode was extremely dishonest. For a “professional” in Autism to say that the rate of autism is not increasing but rather the rate of diagnosis and that this rise is a positive thing is a blatant disregard of reality. Although we are unsure of what is causing this increase, the rate of autism has very clearly increased over the past two decades. I say this as an educator who has witnessed this rise. If we don’t study what is causing it to increase, then we will never get a handle on it. I... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Anonymou5176
    Canada3 months ago
  • Very Good

    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.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    qwetvhkkdfyjmvxfjkvxhjbvdhjb
    Canada3 months ago
  • Hmmm

    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.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    2manypods4me
    Canada4 months ago

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There are concerns about perceived biases and superficiality in some episodes, which has led to mixed feedback.
The podcast is often described as informative but some listeners have noted a desire for deeper questioning and conflict in discussions.
Listeners appreciate the insightful coverage of important topics and the engaging manner of the host.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#174
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#184
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#5
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#23
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Why Heated Rivalry has everyone hot and bothered
Q: Why is 'Heated Rivalry' appealing to straight women?
It allows them to enjoy the romance without inserting themselves into the narrative, focusing on the emotional vulnerability of male characters.
Why Heated Rivalry has everyone hot and bothered
Q: What is 'Heated Rivalry' all about?
It's a romance TV series about two male hockey players, one from Russia and one from Canada, who fall in love amidst their rivalry.
Why time feels like it’s speeding up – and how to slow it down
Q: So Zosia, what have you heard from readers about how they're thinking about time?
Readers stressed the importance of slowing things down and getting out of the grind, sharing how experiences shaped their perspective on time.
Why time feels like it’s speeding up – and how to slow it down
Q: Is there something we can learn from our youth that can help us feel like we can slow down time a bit?
Researchers point to novelty; when you're a kid, everything is new and awe-inspiring, which makes time feel more full and expansive.
Why time feels like it’s speeding up – and how to slow it down
Q: Can you get into that and why our culture kind of puts out on a pedestal?
The Protestant work ethic is what undergirds a lot of our work ethic, and being busy is tied to morality; this affects how we experience time.

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A daily news podcast that offers a window into stories shaping the Canadian landscape, focusing on both current events and underlying issues. Episodes feature conversations with reporters, industry experts, and individuals directly impacted by the news, providing listeners with context and depth behind the headlines. Topics cover a broad range, from economic conditions and public health crises to political controversies and social issues, illuminating the complexities and nuances of contemporary Canadian life. Listeners can expect insightful discussions that not only inform but also encourage critical thinking about the implications of news stories.

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