Best Produced by the Way to Win team Podcasts (2025)

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Meet suzetrigine, the new non-opioid painkiller promising relief without risk of addiction 24:30

21h ago24:30

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When it comes to treating chronic pain, doctors have few options to reach for aside from opioid prescriptions for their patients. A non-opioid medication recently approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration stands to change that. A journalist explains how researchers discovered a new way to combat pain with this drug, which a Canadian doctor …

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Iran and Israel conflict could escalate quickly after Israeli strikes: expert 19:30

21h ago19:30

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Israel targeted nuclear facilities inside Iran in a major attack against the country, killing top military brass and civilians alike. Iran is already retaliating against what it calls a “declaration of war” by Israel with drone strikes of its own. We hear from a journalist and an Iranian political expert about why the escalation is coming right now…

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A Saskatchewan scientist says he has a treatment for ALS. Critics say his claims are questionable 24:22

21h ago24:22

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ALS is a death sentence for those diagnosed with it. Now a scientist in Moose Jaw claims he has discovered the secret to stopping the disease in its tracks. CBC’s Geoff Leo investigated the claims of a treatment, which desperate patients are forking over tens of thousands of dollars for, in his documentary Hard to Swallow.…

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Say Nothing and You Confirm Their Version of Events (feat. Molly Murphy) 34:07

1d ago34:07

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MAJOR POLL DROP! We worked with Impact Research on a poll that should put a stake through the heart of the conventional wisdom that immigration is a "bad issue for Dems" that they need to avoid "raising the salience of." Impact President Molly Murphy joins host Kerry Eleveld and Tory Gavito, Joe Hamill, and Jenifer Fernandez Ancona from the Way to …

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Calling the military into L.A. poses a threat to democracy: advocate 19:44

2d ago19:44

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ICE raids in L.A. sparked protests, pushback and stopped traffic in that city — which have been met with military force, as U.S. President Donald Trump sent in the National Guard and Marines earlier this week. Antonio Gutierrez, co-founder of Organized Communities Against Deportations, says these moves are a threat to American democracy — and a law…

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How to get your kids hooked on reading over the summer 22:53

2d ago22:53

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It’s not always easy to get your kids reading in the summer. Whether it’s Minecraft or going to the swimming pool, kids have plenty of excuses to not pick up a book. Three experts are here with their favourite kids books for the season — and they tell us how you, too, can get the child in your life to keep reading.…

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Canadian video game maker wins Peabody — as the industry faces massive downturn 22:15

2d ago22:15

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Earlier this month, Remy Siu and his team at Sunset Visitor won a Peabody for their video game 1000xResist. The project was a success, to its own creators' surprise, as they attempted to create a story about mythology for the Asian diaspora. Siu talks about the big win — and a journalist breaks down the context of mass layoffs that are roiling a vi…

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830am - Two Good Jays Wins, Friendship, Softball 18:25

3d ago18:25

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What if it was a radio show? Well, it isn't. BUT! Talking about the two feel good Jays wins in St. Louis, a weekend trip to the movies to see Friendship, a meal at Sole, and being on a softball team.

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Live from St. John’s, a city where the people make the place 1:13:14

3d ago1:13:14

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Matt Galloway visited St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador to talk about the hurdles the province faces, and the conditions there that have produced great artists of all kinds, from authors to comedians. In this special edition of The Current, Galloway heard from some of the people that make the city one of a kind in front of a live audience at Th…

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The CFO as a Catalyst for Change: Ann Anthony on Renewable Energy Solutions 48:23

4d ago48:23

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Strategic leadership is key to driving innovation in renewable energy, and in this episode, we sit down with a powerhouse in the space. Our guest, Ann Anthony, has led financial strategy for some of the most transformative companies in energy, including Oberon Fuels, where she is CFO. She shares her journey from financial management to scaling orga…

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Will Carney’s new defence spending end Canada’s military “embarassment”? 19:06

4d ago19:06

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As Canada’s relationship with the U.S. shifts, Mark Carney announced yesterday a $9 billion boost to defence spending that would allow the country to meet its NATO spending targets. A reporter explains that Carney is seizing the moment to usher in new investment. Meanwhile, a Canadian Armed Forces veteran hopes the increased spending will end decad…

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At sea, few witness the rampant human rights abuses. This journalist saw them first hand 19:33

4d ago19:33

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From shore, the ocean looks brilliant, blue and clear. But somewhere out there, pirates, traffickers, slave labourers and migrants navigate the high seas — a place without laws. Ian Urbina shares the incredible stories of squid fishers who haven’t touched solid ground in years and of migrants shot at by Libya’s coastguard in the second season of hi…

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What ‘attention capitalism’ is doing to our minds — and politics 24:19

4d ago24:19

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Journalist Chris Hayes says “attention capitalism” demands we pay heed to everything at once, from social media doomscrolling to the 24-hour global news cycle. In a conversation with Matt Galloway from March, the MSNBC host explores what that means for our lives and politics — and explains why he thinks Donald Trump’s attention-grabbing antics are …

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Why so many newcomers are moving to St. John’s 19:04

5d ago19:04

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In the past, folks in Newfoundland left the province to find work opportunities elsewhere — but now, immigrants are moving there to build their futures. Matt Galloway hears from business owners and recruiters in St. John’s about what’s drawing newcomers to the province, and the East Coast kindness that makes them want to stay.…

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Is funding a N.L. offshore oil plan the right way to build a nation? 21:34

5d ago21:34

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Offshore oil is big business in Newfoundland. And with “nation building projects” a priority of the new federal government, some hope the stalled Bay du Nord drilling project might get a boost. An industry expert shares her hopes for the province’s offshore industry, though a researcher argues oil projects aren’t nation building — they’re “nation d…

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A Catholic church is becoming a second home for St. John’s muslims 22:12

5d ago22:12

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The only mosque in St. John’s, built in the 1980s, has become so crowded in recent years that worshippers often spill into the kitchen and lawn during Friday prayer. In her documentary The Best of Planners, Caroline Hillier tells the story of the community’s quest for a new place of worship — which they’re now renovating from the remains of a Catho…

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6 Minute Show - Jays Run, Springer, Rotation 6:16

5d ago6:16

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3 min - The Jays 8-2 run 2 min - George Springer 1 min - Rotation concerns

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Sunday Listen: The Outlaw Ocean exposes true crime at sea 29:28

6d ago29:28

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The Outlaw Ocean is an anthology podcast that plunges you into the vast and often lawless world of the open seas. Today we feature the first investigation of S2. Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Ian Urbina traces back the story of a young father and farmer who embarks on a perilous journey across the Mediterranean, only to discover why it’s called…

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The dirty work of preserving a blue whale skeleton 24:16

8d ago24:16

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The bones of a massive blue whale will soon hang at Dalhousie University. In a conversation from April, Veterinarian Chris Harvey-Clark tells us about the extensive effort it took to salvage the whale that washed up outside Halifax, the accompanying smell, and what we still don't understand about the largest mammal on earth.…

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Antarctica’s landscape is changing, from melting ice to geopolitics 18:24

8d ago18:24

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Fifteen Canadian scientists turned a navy vessel into a research ship this February, and set out to explore Antarctica. The CBC’s international climate correspondent, Susan Ormiston, was along for the ride. Ormiston tells Matt Galloway about being chased by a seal in the planet’s strange, southern continent — and why melting Antarctic ice will impa…

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How the ultrarich get into petty fights, influence power and live so lavishly 24:07

8d ago24:07

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There’s more billionaires in the world now than ever before. And as wealth is concentrated into the hands of a small group of people, the power of those select few is also growing – particularly in the US, where billionaires have been getting more and more access to Donald Trump. The journalist Evan Osnos tells Matt Galloway about the influence and…

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Vikings, Tequila Shots and the DNC (feat. Chuck Rocha) 56:47

8d ago56:47

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Democratic überconsultant Chuck Rocha has won a ton of elections and he has ANSWERS. He joins the all-star roundtable of host Kerry Eleveld, strategist Kristian Ramos and Way to Win head Tory Gavito for a discussion of how Dems can reach not just Latinos, but voters of all stripes and beliefs.By Jenifer Fernandez Ancona, Tory Gavito, hosted by Kerry Eleveld and produced by the Way to Win team

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Are DEI rollbacks coming to Canada? 19:25

9d ago19:25

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Diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives have been under fire in the U.S. since Trump came back to the White House — and on this side of the border, some are worried about similar rollbacks. Equity and diversity experts discuss how company values are being “pressure tested,” and what DEI initiatives got wrong.…

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Hamas killed his mother. Now, he’s continuing her fight for peace 24:07

9d ago24:07

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Canadian-Israeli peace activist Vivian Silver dedicated her life to building bridges between Israelis and Palestinians. But her life was cut short when she was killed by Hamas on Oct. 7, 2023 — and her son, Yonatan Zeigen, vowed to continue her work. Zeigen tells Matt Galloway why he quit his job to take up the often “dangerous” work of peace.…

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Steel and aluminum tariffs hit businesses on both sides of the border 14:23

9d ago14:23

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Whopping 50 per cent tariffs are now in effect on steel and aluminum imports headed to the U.S. — and that’s causing pain for businesses on both sides of the border. We hear from Canadian and American businesses who say they will survive, but at a cost.

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A Canadian cyclist’s fourth-place finish in a gruelling Giro d’Italia 9:13

9d ago9:13

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Canadian cyclist Derek Gee says five years ago, he wouldn’t have believed he’d ever make it to the Giro d’Italia – a gruelling, weeks-long cycling race. Gee tells Matt Galloway about his fourth place finish, and the blessing he received from Pope Leo along the way.

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Why the son of a MAID pioneer is choosing to die on his own terms 19:36

10d ago19:36

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Price Carter travelled to Switzerland with his mom, Kay Carter, 15 years ago to be with her while she received an assisted death. The process was illegal in Canada at the time — something her kids went on to help change. Now, following a cancer diagnosis, Price has been approved for an assisted death. He spoke with Matt Galloway about the decision …

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Edmonton Oilers in 5? These superfans sure hope so 21:50

10d ago21:50

21:50

The Edmonton Oilers and the Florida Panthers will go head to head for the Stanley Cup starting tonight – a rematch of last year’s final matchup that saw the Oilers defeated. Will they pull off the win this time? Two superfans say they sure hope so — and they don’t mind welcoming hockey fans of other Canadian teams onto the bandwagon…

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“Truly a nightmare:” evacuees describe fleeing fire on the prairies 25:09

10d ago25:09

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Thousands of residents in Manitoba and Saskatchewan have been forced out of their homes by raging wildfires and are now sheltering, in some cases, hundreds of kilometres away. Despite harrowing journeys to safety and what they describe as a lack of support from governments, two evacuees discuss how proud they are of their communities, where neighbo…

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The Current Introduces | Uncover: Calls From a Killer 32:55

10d ago32:55

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What does a reporter do when they receive a cold call from one of the most horrific serial killers in Canadian history? The killer: Clifford Olson, who murdered at least eleven children in the 1980s. The reporter: Arlene Bynon, who recorded her jailhouse calls with Olson for years. Alongside legendary journalist Peter Worthington, Arlene spent hund…

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Janice Stucke: Global Financial Leadership and Transforming CREW Network 42:37

11d ago42:37

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What happens when an international affairs enthusiast with a passion for humanitarian aid transitions into becoming a leading financial strategist? Janice Stucke, CFO and Foundation Treasurer of CREW Network, joins us to share her unique journey from restaurateur roots to spearheading global digital transformations. On this episode of Secrets of Ro…

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Why a B.C. ostrich farm – and high-profile supporters – are pushing back against cull order 19:35

11d ago19:35

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The fight to save 400 ostriches from being culled at a B.C. farm where avian flu was detected late last year has attracted international attention — including from some big name supporters, including Dr. Oz and U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. A member of the family that’s owned the ostrich farm for 30 years tells Matt Galloway about why…

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Ready for a summer read? We asked the professionals for their picks 16:34

11d ago16:34

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Nothing beats a good book, especially at the cottage, by the pool — or even quietly at home with the kids away at camp. We ask two professional book lovers to share their tips for the best books of the summer, from beach reads and blockbusters to novels from Canada’s finest. Ann Shea, from Mill Street Books in Almonte, Ont., chose One Golden Summer…

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How Ukraine launched a drone attack deep inside Russia 12:22

11d ago12:22

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Ukrainian drones smuggled deep into Russian territory carried out a stunning attack over the weekend — and just this morning, another underwater bombing by Ukraine took out Russia’s bridge to Crimea. A journalist in Kyiv breaks down the military feat, and explains how much its boosted morale among Ukrainians.…

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Seeking aid in Gaza has become a terrifying experience: aid worker 12:05

11d ago12:05

12:05

As limited aid begins to enter Gaza after a months-long blockade, civilians are scrambling to access much-needed food and supplies. Gaza health officials say Israeli forces have killed dozens of Palestinians trying to access aid in the past few days. A representative from Save The Children discusses the struggle to get aid to people who desperately…

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830am - Jays run of runs, Portugal 49:14

12d ago49:14

49:14

Jays, baby. Plus TV shows, Soccer Scores, and a quick Lisbon trip. It's not really a radio show. But it kind of is.

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Rutger Bregman wants you to quit your job and make the world a better place 23:57

12d ago23:57

23:57

From climate change to poverty or infant mortality, the world is facing a lot of big problems. And the historian Rutger Bregman says you — yes, you — are the exact right person to solve them. Bregman makes the case to Matt Galloway that today’s workforce should focus on “moral ambition” — channeling their entrepreneurial spirits toward social probl…

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How a bear attack story helped this author understand her cancer diagnosis 25:39

12d ago25:39

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Claire Cameron has been obsessed with bears since hearing about a bear attack while she was working in Ontario’s Algonquin Park as a teenager. But when she was diagnosed with cancer, Cameron revisited the details of that attack and the wilderness environment that’s shaped much of her life. In a conversation from March, she told Galloway about her n…

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Carney’s plan to build big things 19:33

12d ago19:33

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Mark Carney promised to “build, baby, build” on the campaign trail. Today, he’s meeting with provincial and territorial premiers to discuss his plans to build big projects in this country, including by fast-tracking the processes to get them approved. We’ll talk about balancing the rights of Indigenous nations with the new government’s proposed pla…

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‘It is traumatizing’ First Nations communities flee fires 12:09

15d ago12:09

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The wildfire season is in full effect, and it’s only May. Saskatchewan and Manitoba are in a state of emergency as wildfires burn across the provinces. Thousands of people have evacuated their homes, and many are still finding ways to get out of the fire’s way. First Nations leaders Peter Beatty, Chief of Peter Ballantyne Cree Nation in Saskatchewa…

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What to do about Sir John A. Macdonald statues? 19:43

15d ago19:43

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There are many statues of Canada’s first Prime Minister across this country — but in recent years statues of John A. Macdonald have been toppled or taken down to protest his role as an architect of the residential schools system and his treatment of Indigenous people. We'll talk about what to do about the statues - and why the plans to clean up and…

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Can you spell this word? Test your spelling bee knowledge 13:47

15d ago13:47

13:47

Are you a self-identified “word nerd?” Jacques Bailly is, and he is a bit of a spell-lebrity… What is that you might ask? Well, he is the head pronouncer at the Scripps National Spelling Bee, the Olympics of competitive spelling, and he was a spelling bee champion himself when he was 14. He’ll talk about why spelling is a skill we should preserve i…

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Does looksmaxxing set toxic beauty standards for young men? 24:39

15d ago24:39

24:39

Thumb pulling, chin tucking, hair transplants…. and on the less extreme side, skin, hair, and eyebrow care — those are just some examples of looksmaxxing, a viral social media trend for young men to improve their looks. Elijah Forcier is a TikToker with advice on how, and Christian Ylagan is an instructor with the Department of Gender, Sexuality, a…

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New Blood Test Can Reveal Your Ultra-Processed Food Intake 9:44

15d ago9:44

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In a groundbreaking new study, researchers have developed a blood and urine test capable of identifying how much ultra-processed food is in your diet. By analyzing metabolites—chemicals produced as the body breaks down food—researchers can now distinguish between individuals who consume high amounts of ultra-processed foods and those who eat littl…

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Maybe We're Not Cooked?! (feat. Michael Frias) 47:53

15d ago47:53

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Fresh off the release of the kaleidoscopic and deep Catalist voter-file based analysis of the 2024, Catalist chief Michael Frias joins host Kerry Eleveld and strategists Joe Hamill and Kristian Ramos for a discussion that goes far beyond just the contents of the report.By Jenifer Fernandez Ancona, Tory Gavito, hosted by Kerry Eleveld and produced by the Way to Win team

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Canada-US tensions: Why Can't We Be Friends? 23:47

16d ago23:47

23:47

Democratic U.S. Senator Peter Welch recently came to Canada to try to mend fences, over what he sees as President Donald Trump’s damaging tariffs and threats to make Canada the 51st state. The Vermont senator talks to Matt Galloway about the Canada-U.S. relationship — and military expert Christian Leuprecht digs into Prime Minister Mark Carney’s pl…

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One family’s ‘very strange car trip’ to flee Manitoba fires 19:58

16d ago19:58

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Noelle Drimmie could taste the smoke in the air as she and her family fled the wildfires approaching their home in Flin Flon, Man. She tells Matt Galloway how surreal it felt to drive away under apocalyptic skies, while trying to keep her young kids entertained in the back seat.

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Grieving couple were sent stillborn baby’s autopsy in error 23:13

16d ago23:13

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The first time Laura Bordignon held her daughter Makayla Poppy was also the last. A month after Makayla Poppy was delivered stillborn, Laura and her husband Nick received an invoice for her autopsy. The bill included an itemized list of procedures, but also revealed their daughter’s remains were still in the morgue — weeks after they should have be…

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How near death experiences change your look at work and life 22:49

17d ago22:49

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Oji-Cree musician Aysanabee almost died when he was 19, after falling through the ice on a frozen lake. That experience changed the life of the Juno award winner, pushing him to his career today. A new study shows his experience is a common one among people who have near-death experiences. So why do a brush with death might help people have a bette…

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War in Ukraine: Russia warns of World War Three 15:20

17d ago15:20

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Donald Trump says Vladimir Putin is "playing with fire," following Russia’s largest air attack of the war on Ukraine, Russia responds with a warning for World War Three. Christopher Miller, the Ukraine correspondent for the Financial Times joins Matt Galloway to talk about what’s on the mind of Ukrainians after months of failed peace talks — and wh…

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