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The West Block with Mercedes Stephenson digs deep into the breaking news and major stories that impact Canadians’ lives. Through in-depth conversations with political, national, and international newsmakers, Stephenson pushes for answers to what’s really going on and why it matters.

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Following the federal government’s announcement of a $15-billion Honda electric vehicle plant in Ontario, ‘The West Block’ host Mercedes Stephenson asks Industry Minister François-Philippe Champagne for a follow-up to his government’s efforts to incr... more

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5 days ago

What are the risks of a greater escalation between Iran and Israel after more retaliatory strikes are exchanged between the two countries? ‘The West Block’ host Mercedes Stephenson interviews the Atlantic Council’s Jonathan Panikoff, the former deput... more

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11 days ago

Heightened tension in the Middle East after Iran launches missile and drone attacks against Israel. Tehran says the attack is in retaliation for Israel’s suspected strike on an Iranian consulate in Syria. ‘The West Block’ host Mercedes Stephenson sit... more

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19 days ago

Big revelations have emerged from the latest rounds of foreign interference inquiry hearings. At the inquiry, Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) director David Vigneault said the agency had intelligence before Canada's 2019 election that C... more

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4.0 out of 5 stars from 49 ratings
  • Thank you David A for Your Opinion

    Danielle Smith has put the parents back in control of the family unlikely versus the state. We all heard Dave’s opinion that the state knows better. Thank you Danielle.

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    3
    Reid Baker
    Canada3 months ago
  • Decent content and relevant inquiries, but…

    … the unexpectedly high (audio) volume of ads makes for an jarringly uncomfortable listening experience, and causes me concern about possible damage to my speakers and earbuds. Please flatten the audio levels!

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    3
    SynapticHammer
    Canada3 years ago
  • Oh the eardrums

    I would give you a five star rating if you didn’t injure my eardrums with the excessively loud advertising

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    4
    DebSimms
    Canada3 years ago
  • Used to be much better

    Really enjoyed listening to Mercedes in the past but the media payoff has changed my mind, especially as of late. Her Christmas interview with the PM was ridiculous and embarrassing. No questions of merit, just softball after softball. Won’t listen anymore. You’re out!!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    DPM2112
    Canada3 years ago
  • West Block

    Brutal softball interviews with no accounting or follow up

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    1
    poopoopppppppppp
    Canada3 years ago

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