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The Really Big Show with Jim Csek & Iain Burns

Jim Csek
Canada
Mark Carney
Iran
Donald Trump
BC Ferries
Israel
Economy
Bill C-5
G7 Summit
Recession
Unemployment
Taxation
Federal Infrastructure Bank
Ukraine
Digital Services Tax
Trade Negotiations
Canada-Us Trade Deal
Electric Vehicle Mandate
Industrial Carbon Tax
Calgary Stampede

The Really Big Show is a Canadian news hour done differently. We discuss the news of the day through a Canadian lens with analysis and commentary from Jim Csek & managing editor Iain Burns. We translate the rhetoric into reality with common sense on the news that affects Canada, BC and our region. We are live five days a week around 9 am. Recorded sessions available on KelownaNow.com, Youtube, X a... more

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Latest Episodes

It’s Monday, let’s start the week by pulling the curtain back and asking the questions no one else wants to touch.

Today’s show digs into why the press is so quiet around what may be Canada’s biggest scandal, as political pressure mounts federally a... more

We’re closing out the week strong — it’s Friday, and this is the final live show before we take a breather and reset.

Today’s episode cuts through the noise with a wide-ranging, no-nonsense look at the stories shaping Canada and the world right now.... more

Midweek and the cracks are getting harder to ignore. Today’s show dives into why Canadians are facing more disappointment, rising crime anxiety, a falling dollar, and leadership that seems increasingly out of touch. From Eby shutting down public inpu... more

Canada is running out of time, patience, and credibility, and tonight we dig straight into the questions no one in power wants to answer. From the pipeline paralysis and a decade of lost opportunity, to photo-op politics, China entanglements, and acc... more

It’s Monday, let’s start the week with a hard look at what’s really breaking in Canada.

From crime spiralling in BC and the collapse of industry under climate policy, to media hit jobs, election whispers, Iran in chaos, China warning the US, and Kei... more

This morning’s show cuts straight through the noise as Canada’s economy continues to sputter, the CBC ramps up fear narratives, and the federal government talks tough on cuts with little to show for it. On this Friday edition, we dig into why the U.S... more

Today we’re digging into the growing concerns around the state of democracy in Canada, the political maneuvering happening behind the scenes, and the increasing role of media, energy policy, and government influence in shaping the direction of the co... more

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Recent Guests

Alisa Raitt
Former Minister of Natural Resources and MP
Episode: Canadian suffering could get worse
Evan Solomon
Journalist and former host on CBC
Episode: Canadian suffering could get worse
Melissa Landsman
Member of Parliament
Episode: Canadian suffering could get worse
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
Environmental attorney and activist
Episode: Canadian suffering could get worse
Sam Cooper
Investigative journalist
Episode: Canadian suffering could get worse
Mark Zuckerberg
Co-founder of Facebook
Episode: Canadian suffering could get worse
Amelia Boulpe
Member of the Legislative Assembly in British Columbia
Episode: Mark Carney addresses the nation
Tom Clark
Journalist and former television host
Episode: Mark Carney addresses the nation
Gavin Dew
Political analyst
Episode: Mark Carney addresses the nation

Hosts

Jim Csek
Host of The Really Big Show, providing analysis and commentary on current events.
Iain Burns
Co-host and Managing Editor, offering insights on Canadian politics and socio-economic issues.

Chart Rankings

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#98
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Carney refuses to rule out Canadian boots on the ground in Ukraine
Q: What are the implications of the financial aid provided to Ukraine?
There are concerns about how the funding is being utilized and whether it benefits Canadians.
Carney refuses to rule out Canadian boots on the ground in Ukraine
Q: How has Canada's foreign policy impacted its standing with European countries?
Canada seems to be losing ground to the U.S. as European countries prioritize their own interests.
Carney refuses to rule out Canadian boots on the ground in Ukraine
Q: What are your thoughts on the potential for Canadian boots on the ground in Ukraine?
It seems unnecessary and would displease a significant portion of Canadians.
Vast majority of Canadians want an Alberta pipeline to BC’s North Coast
Q: What are the implications of rising unemployment in Kelowna?
The hosts express concern over the significant jump in unemployment, questioning the effectiveness of local economic policies and the impact of the tourist season.
Carney shifting from tough talk on Trump
Q: How do reciprocal tariffs work?
Reciprocal tariffs can injure the economy because while they punish Americans, they also lead to increased prices for Canadians, affecting the consumer directly.

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Focused on current events and socio-political commentary, this podcast brings a distinct Canadian perspective to pressing issues affecting the nation. The hosts often scrutinize the actions of the Liberal government, dissecting policy decisions, economic challenges, and public sentiments, particularly in relation to health care, energy management, and inflation. Noteworthy discussions include the analysis of wealth disparity, government transparency, and political accountability, as well as critiques of mainstream media's coverage of political happenings. The show is characterized by its engaging dialogue and critique of the political establishment, aiming to inform listeners while provoking thought around important national topics.

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Recent guests on this podcast include:

1. Alisa Raitt
2. Evan Solomon
3. Melissa Landsman
4. Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
5. Sam Cooper
6. Mark Zuckerberg
7. Amelia Boulpe
8. Tom Clark

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