The Big Story

00:08:52

Big Headlines: U.S. Coast Guard suspends search for...

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2026/10/05

Plus: Cornell's Jane Doe has received multiple threats to withdraw her lawsuit, Florida voters are deciding whether to scrap property tax with Canadians potentially having to foot the bill, a dozen people are isolating after a lab worker dies in Russia from pneumonia of an 'unknown origin', a new report says screen time and social media use should be deemed a public health issue, and how can Canada improve on its universal child-care system? We love feedback at The Big Story, as well as suggestions

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00:27:18

Can Canada actually deliver universal childcare?

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2026/10/05

Ontario has become the latest province to extend their $10-a-day childcare deal with the federal government. It's a policy that's undoubtably reduced prices for Canadians, but that doesn't mean it's become more accessible. A crisis of affordability has become one of availability, as the number of open spots across the province is far fewer than the demand for them. So, what needs to happen to make Canada's "universal childcare" program actually universal?Host Caryn Ceolin is speaking with Martha

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00:19:07

Weekend Listen: Can Canada catch a break on trade...

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2026/10/03

Enjoy this special feed drop of our sister show "In This Economy?!". The drama around Canada-U.S. trade and U.S. President Trump's ramp up in rhetoric might all be connected to Prime Minister Mark Carney’s decision to push back. Many of us are now watching closely and voters south of the border prepare to vote in their midterms, where Canadians are hoping a Democratic congress could put a check on Trump. However, one longtime watcher of Canada-US relations says its not clear if things will change

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00:07:24

Big Headlines: Alberta's hopes for pipeline to B.C....

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2026/10/02

Plus: A top official at the Bank of Canada says monetary policymakers are struggling to find new tools and pathways to address persistent housing affordability challenges, the Saskatchewan government and Bell Canada say work is ramping up on the company's mega A.I. data centre outside Regina, Canadian Astronaut Joshua Kutryk is now aboard the International Space Station as a mission specialist on the four-person mission crew. We love feedback at The Big Story, as well as suggestions for

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00:22:14

Why are Gen Z going analogue?

The Big Story ·

2026/10/02

Digital cameras, wired headphones, Discmans galore.If you're noticing more and more technological regression in your everyday life, you're not alone. People seem to be opting for less-advanced tools and toys, for the more simple, analogue items.Why? Well, that's what we're trying to figure out.Host Maria Kestane speaks to Ramishah Maruf, writer for CNN Business, as well as Richard Lachman, a professor at the RTA School of Media at Toronto Metropolitan University and author of Digital wisdom:

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00:07:01

Big Headlines: Canadian astronaut Joshua Kutryk has...

The Big Story ·

2026/10/01

Plus: Prime Minister Mark Carney is expected to announce today that an oil pipeline to the west coast will be designated as a project of national interest. Industry Minister Melanie Joly says the government is evaluating all its options after an Ontario steel producer announced hundreds of job cuts this week, members of British Columbia's Tsawwassen first nation lined the road, drummed and chanted as the bodies of two elders were taken away outside a shopping centre south of Vancouver. More details

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00:18:52

Canada's role in space exploration

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2026/10/01

Another Canadian is heading to space!Alberta-native Joshua Kutryk will be on his way this week for a six-month visit to the International Space Station, alongside three other crew members onboard NASA’s SpaceX Crew 13 mission. They plan on conducting research, maintenance, as well as experiments as they orbit the Earth.Host Catherine Jetté speaks to Major Erin Edwards, NASA Deputy Branch Chief for Crew Operation and ISS CAPCOM instructor. They discuss Kutryk's mission, and Canadian impacts on space

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00:07:16

Big Headlines: Israel-bound flight redirected to...

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2026/09/30

Plus: Several events are being held across Canada as the country remembers its residential school legacy and honours survivors and victims, mid-term elections are right around the corner for the U.S. as Carney says he won't apply new trade pressure right now, more U.S. troops are leaving Iraq, and a new survey finds young Canadians are growing more and more skeptical of democracy in this country. We love feedback at The Big Story, as well as suggestions for futureepisodes. You can find us: Through

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00:25:12

How Carney's infrastructure push is testing...

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2026/09/30

As Prime Minister Mark Carney longs for a stronger Canada, his lust for fast-tracking projects signals a threat to meaningful conversation and consultation from Indigenous groups. Earlier this month at his Investment Summit in Toronto, hundreds of protestors across the country gathered in opposition to his pitch for a trillion dollars in exchange for what they feel like is their say in projects. Same goes for the Ontario government's plans for infrastructure surrounding the Ring of Fire,

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00:07:34

Big Headlines: Canada-U.S. trade war escalates again...

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2026/09/29

Plus: Prime Minister Mark Carney is in Vancouver, set to make a major announcement related to the energy industry. Ontario Premier Doug Ford says Albertans need to stay Canadian. Ukrainians who survived Russian captivity are thanking Canada for its advocacy and for funding programs to help children heal from trauma. Canada will mark its 5th National Truth and Reconciliation day on September 30th, a new digital book is exploring how generations of Indigenous artists have responded to the Indian

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00:20:05

The Houthis, Iran, and the risk of a wider war

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2026/09/29

Yemen's Houthi rebels have further complicated any chance at restoring global security and trade in the Middle East, after taking control of the Bab al-Mandab Strait and Yemen's Red Sea coastline. They've since attacked numerous Saudi Arabian ships trying to pass through, as well as launched drone attacks into country.Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has asked US President Trump for help, but Trump has ruled out US airstrikes, rather offering intelligence and other supports.Host Caryn Ceolin speaks

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00:06:12

Big Headlines: Pair of Conservative premiers convene...

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2026/09/28

Plus: Opposition leader Pierre Poilievre wants to eliminate all tax on diesel sales until at least Canada Day, the Canadian Police and Peace Officers’ annual memorial service in Ottawa has recognized five police officers and a correctional services officer who died this year, a decade after their final concert a staple of Canadiana joined the Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame. We love feedback at The Big Story, as well as suggestions for futureepisodes. You can find us: Through email at

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00:20:59

Can we prevent El Niño's 451,000 extra deaths?

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2026/09/28

More than 451,000 additional lives may be taken come February as a result of extreme heat from this year's 'super' El Niño. That's according to a recent study by the Climate Impact Lab, who also says these deaths can be avoided if the right mitigation plans are put in place.Host Maria Kestane is speaking with Genevieve Maricle, the Executive Director of the Climate Impact Lab, about where these 451,000 deaths could come from, how much of the problem has to do with infrastructure rather than

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00:20:59

Weekend Listen: What would you sacrifice to achieve...

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2026/09/26

Enjoy this special feed drop of our sister show "In This Economy?!"It’s a long running issue for Canadians: affordable housing.Its lack thereof leaves many spending a large amount of their income solely on keeping a roof over their head. And at a time where just about everything seems to be getting more expensive, the idea of ownership seems distant for many.Host Kris McCusker speaks to Bruce Sellery, the CEO of Credit Canada for some tips on how to manage expectations, what changes you should

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00:06:31

Big Headlines: Experts say possible changes to...

The Big Story ·

2026/09/25

Plus: the Federal government is trying to relieve concerns after a New York Times report claimed Canada has considered military scenarios to defend against an attack from the U.S., today is the last day to apply for a mail-in ballot for Alberta's October 19th referendum, and September 25 is now Dolly Parton Day. We love feedback at The Big Story, as well as suggestions for futureepisodes. You can find us: Through email at hello@thebigstorypodcast.ca Or @thebigstory.bsky.social on Bluesky Hosted

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00:26:26

Cell phones at concerts? The great debate

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2026/09/25

If you've gone to a concert recently-- or any event really-- you've probably noticed them come out. Maybe they've obstructed your view. Maybe you've pulled one out yourself. Maybe you've judged people for it. Maybe they're so ubiquitous now, you actually haven't thought about them at all. Of course, we're referring to cell phones. They're a topic of contention, with plenty of people ready to tell you they're ruining the concert experience-- but is there also an upside? Let's have the debate.Host

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00:06:12

Big Headlines: Carney and the Canadian Forces have...

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2026/09/24

Plus: U.S. President Trump hosts Xi Jinping at the White House, two major speeches are planned for the United Nations General Assembly, a new poll shows the vast majority of Canadians support Canada becoming an 'associate member' of the EU, another animal from Marineland has died, and why British Columbians will be heading to the polls two years early. We love feedback at The Big Story, as well as suggestions for futureepisodes. You can find us: Through email at hello@thebigstorypodcast.ca Or

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00:25:23

David Eby's BC election gamble

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2026/09/24

British Columbians will be heading to the polls two years ahead of schedule this fall.The snap call by Premier David Eby comes amid turmoil within the B.C. Conservative Party, his chief opponents, and at a sensitive time for the province, as the government has attempted to deal with controversy around Indigenous rights legislation.Host Caryn Ceolin speaks with Shannon Waters, a B.C. political and environmental reporter for The Narwhal, about the gamble Eby took by dropping the writ, the drama

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00:07:16

Big Headlines: Carney meets European Commission boss...

The Big Story ·

2026/09/23

PLUS: Several seniors have been arrested and charged with trespassing on Parliament Hill as they called for stronger government action to address climate change, voters in B.C. will head to the polls on October 24th after provincial NDP leader David Eby called a snap election, the Polaris music prize given to Angine De Poitrine. We love feedback at The Big Story, as well as suggestions for futureepisodes. You can find us: Through email at hello@thebigstorypodcast.ca Or @thebigstory.bsky.social on

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00:21:31

A Canadian guide to the US Midterms

The Big Story ·

2026/09/23

U.S. voters will soon head to the polls to determine who will control their Senate and House of Representatives.Happening halfway through President Trump's second term, the midterms are often considered a barometer of how Americans feel their leader is doing - and poll after poll show Trump's approval rating continue to dip to historic lows.Host Caryn Ceolin speaks to Aaron Parnas, a US-based independent journalist and commentator about what Canadians need to know about this upcoming midterm

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