This Matters
Toronto StarThe world is changing every day. Now, more than ever, these questions matter. What’s happening? And why should you care? This Matters, a daily news podcast from the Toronto Star, aims to answer those questions, on important stories and ideas, every day, Monday to Friday. Hosts Saba Eitizaz and Ed Keenan talk to their fellow journalists, experts and newsmakers about the social, cultural, political ... more
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 1053 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Society & CultureDocumentaryNews | |||
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Guest: Ottawa bureau chief Tonda MacCharles
We’re heading into the final stretch of a charged federal election campaign that’s shaped not just by a critical point in affordability, housing and healthcare but also by global events and Trump’s loom... more
Guest: Toronto Star reporter Alex Boyd
As Canada heads toward a federal election, the online information landscape is getting messier, more manipulated, and harder to recognize in real time. From repurposed Facebook groups to shady digital operat... more
Guest: Toronto Star crime reporter Peter Edwards
It’s like a Netflix show in real life. A truck driving off with $24 million in gold and cash, stolen from a hangar outside Pearson International Airport in a crime so smooth it left everyone stunned... more
Guests: Jack Blum and Sharon Corder, co-founders of National Canadian Film Day
Over the past few months, the president of the United States has done more to solidify a sense of Canadian identity than anyone in the past few decades.Suddenly Canadian... more
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If I hear one more gambling ad I am going to unfollow this show! The gambling companies are designing ads that target the vulnerable, especially the young. This is a public health issue. The ads should be banned. Why is The Star aiding the gambling companies in their efforts to recruit more gamblers???
Apple Podcasts1Oldish Runner
Canada3 months ago - Started from the top, now it’s weird
Up until a disatrous fall-off in mid 2024, This Matters was such an excellent podcast that it actually managed to outclass far better known daily podcasts from the New York Times and Washington Post, and often managed to upstage the rather mid tier newspaper, The Toronto Star, to which it was technically attached.
Unlike those American papers, The Star itself has no pretense of being a global leader in news. It shares similar flaws as the US and UK mainstream media— an unwillingness to take an... more
Apple Podcasts1melodie-c
United States5 months ago - is Ed even aware he’s doing this?
I listen regularly but find that Ed interrupts and talks over Emma too much. It’s frustrating to listen as it’s so apparent, it’s hard to believe he hasn’t been made aware of it.
Apple Podcasts4mntclrCanada9 months ago - Post an image of yourself as the a
Been there done that and it was great
Apple Podcasts4Caleb CorwinCanadaa year ago - Interruptions getting irritating
I find the episodes with Edward Keenan harder to listen to. He’s constantly talking over his cohost Emma, and even the mayor! Jeeze let others speak!
Apple Podcasts4julieriemersmaCanadaa year ago
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This podcast explores the evolving landscape of daily news, focusing on significant social, cultural, political, and economic stories that impact listeners' lives. With a consistent format that features in-depth discussions, it connects listeners with experts and journalists who provide insights into the most pressing issues of the day. It frequently covers local topics pertinent to the Toronto area while also addressing broader themes relevant to Canadian audiences. Notably, the podcast emphasizes a commitment to clarity and reliability in reporting, making it a valuable resource for those seeking to understand current events and their implications.
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1. Charlie Angus
2. Ken Greenberg
3. Scott Payne
4. Janet Hurley
5. Amira Elghawaby
6. Nicholas Keung
7. Victoria Gibson
8. Marit Stiles
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