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The Big Story

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An in-depth look at the issues, culture and personalities shaping Canada today.

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00:18:22

'New Year, New You': Debunking the myth of January...

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2025/01/17

We've officially passed what's known as "Quitter's Day", the second Friday in January where people generally abandon their new year's resolutions. If you're feeling down because you've swapped the celery for Timbits, don't! According to dietician Abbey Sharp, there is a better way and January may not even be the best time to start something new. Host Eva Fragiskatos sits down with Abbey to talk about the best way to be healthy, how to avoid fads and how to stay sane in a time where everyone has

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00:15:04

How to fight the Trump tariffs: an inside look at the...

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2025/01/16

Canada first and Canada united - the message after a First Ministers' meeting in Ottawa with the country's premiers - with one exception. With Doug Ford sporting a new hat that said "Canada is not for sale" and Alberta's Danielle Smith the outlier in the group, there's a lot to break down. To do that, NewsRadio's Queen's Park reporter Richard Southern speaks to Parliament Hill reporter Cormac Mac Sweeney about the meeting, the wrap up news conference, what happened behind the scenes and what's

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00:18:18

Fact Check: Who wins, who loses in the potential...

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2025/01/15

A financial fact check for you. U.S. President elect Donald Trump will be sworn in next week – with the threat of 25% tariffs on Canadian products looming. And he’s been using numbers to back up his decision. Host Kris McCusker speaks to one economist to set the record straight and fact check the numbers being thrown around. Guest: Jim Stanford with the Centre for Future Work in Vancouver, B.C.We love feedback at The Big Story, as well as suggestions for future episodes. You can find us:Through

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00:27:42

Grading Canadian leaders’ responses to the Trump’s...

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2025/01/14

Less than a week to go before Donald Trump is inaugurated as the 47th President of the United States. For the past month, Canadian political leaders have taken different tactics in responding to Trump’s threats and pleading Canada’s case for exemptions to any import tariffs. How are they doing?Host David Smith speaks with Barry McLoughlin, an expert in crisis communications and leadership and President of TLC Transformational Leadership Consultants. We love feedback at The Big Story, as well as

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00:22:05

Breaking down the odds of who will be our next Prime...

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2025/01/13

Game on! The federal Liberal party has unveiled the rules of engagement for its leadership race.What we know so far is that it costs A LOT to enter and there will be a new leader announced on March 9. Host Cormac Mac Sweeney is speaking with Greg MacEachern, Principal of KAN Strategies. We love feedback at The Big Story, as well as suggestions for future episodes. You can find us:Through email at hello@thebigstorypodcast.caOr @thebigstoryfpn on Twitter

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00:12:29

What does the Trudeau resignation mean for your...

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2025/01/12

There are still more questions than answers after Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced his resignation this week.That includes legislation involving your finances.Host Kris McCusker speaks to Jamie Golombek, Managing Director of Tax and Estate Planning with CIBC Private Wealth about how people should treat changes around capital gains and a proposed extension on charitable donations. We love feedback at The Big Story, as well as suggestions for future episodes. You can find us:Through email at

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00:20:05

Economic week in review: fact checks, threats and the...

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2025/01/11

Has the first week of January felt like A LOT? You're not alone. There are so many things going on in this economy right now that could impact you. Host Mike Eppel is here to break down all the headlines that have made up this very busy news week including the Canadian dollar, the threat of tariffs and takeover and Meta abandoning fact-checkers. We love feedback at The Big Story, as well as suggestions for future episodes. You can find us:Through email at hello@thebigstorypodcast.caOr

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00:19:16

A heartbreaking look inside the most destructive...

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2025/01/10

Unreal scenes out of L.A. as fires continue to burn, most with zero per cent containment. Communities have been wiped out with thousands of structures burned including the homes of some high profile celebrities. Thousands have been driven from their homes - with no end in sight. On this episode of the Big Story, host Fil Martino speaks with Canadian and environmental journalist Aliya Jasmine who lives in Los Angeles, about the situation on the ground and what it's like living through an actual

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00:20:32

Breaking down the popularity of Pierre Poilievre

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2025/01/09

If a federal election were held today, nearly half of Canadians say they would vote for the Conservative Party of Canada.Since 2022, Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre has grown the party’s support to record highs. But he remains a polarizing figure.What’s behind the strategy that has the Conservatives riding high in the polls? Host David Smith speaks with Chris Day, the political communications expert and president of the public affairs firm Winston Wilmont. We love feedback at The Big Story, as

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00:24:05

Donald Trump is sounding increasingly serious about...

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2025/01/08

It started with a social media post that some dismissed as a joke. Now, President-elect Donald Trump is threatening to use “economic force” to make Canada a U.S. state.Is he serious? What’s going on here?Host David Smith speaks with Professor Ian Lee from the Sprott School of Business at Carleton University about what this all says for the Canada-U.S. relationship under a second Trump presidency.We love feedback at The Big Story, as well as suggestions for future episodes. You can find us:Through

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00:30:38

What's happening behind the scenes in Ottawa in the...

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2025/01/07

It's the end of the Trudeau era - but the beginning of what's going to be a new chapter in Canadian politics. There's a lot of uncertainty and a lot at stake. So what's the next move for Canada's political parties and who will be the next Liberal leader? Host David Smith digs in to this with two of the best political minds in Ottawa who sit on both sides of the political spectrum. Guests: Susan Smith, principal of Blue Sky Strategy Group and Tim Powers, chair of Summa Strategies and managing

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00:15:58

Justin Trudeau resigns. What's next?

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2025/01/06

Bonus episodePrime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced he will resign and has prorogued Parliament until March 24th. He will stay on as leader and Prime Minister until the Liberal Party has chosen a new leader. This sets the stage for a federal election in the spring of this year. What happens next? And what will Justin Trudeau’s legacy be?Host David Smith speaks with NewsRadio's Parliament Hill Bureau Chief Cormac MacSweeney on an historic day in Canadian politics. We love feedback at The Big

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00:21:29

What’s at stake for the Canada-US relationship in 2025?

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2025/01/06

For generations, Canada and the United States have enjoyed a special relationship. Our cultural, political and economic ties run deep, but they are not immune from destructive forces. Like all relationships, it faces tests and challenges. Any disruptive changes south of the border will have major impacts on Canada and Canadians. So what’s at stake with the incoming Trump administration?Host David Smith speaks with Matthew Lebo, professor of political science and expert on American politics at

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00:23:29

Encore: Is Canada at risk of becoming the 51st state?

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2025/01/04

It may have been a joke at the Mar-a-Lago dinner with PM Justin Trudeau and President-elect Donald Trump, but the question is out there: is there a risk of Canada becoming the 51st state? On top of that, what is the future of Canadian-U.S. relations with Trump coming back to office? Host Cormac Mac Sweeney is speaking with Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, François-Philippe Champagne. We love feedback at The Big Story, as well as suggestions for future episodes. You can find

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00:20:32

Breaking down the popularity of Pierre Poilievre

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2025/01/04

If a federal election were held today, nearly half of Canadians say they would vote for the Conservative Party of Canada.Since 2022, Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre has grown the party’s support to record highs. But he remains a polarizing figure.What’s behind the strategy that has the Conservatives riding high in the polls? Host David Smith speaks Chris Day. political communications expert and president of the public affairs firm Winston Wilmont. We love feedback at The Big Story, as well as

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00:18:39

Trying to get you answers about bail reform

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2025/01/03

We've heard these stories time and time again - a crime committed by someone who was out on bail. Multiple stories have led to a lot of finger pointing about who is responsible for fixing our bail system and renewed calls for bail reform. On this episode of The Big Story we talk to York Regional Police Superintendent Ryan Hogan and Associate Minister of Auto Theft and Bail Reform Graham McGregor. We love feedback at The Big Story, as well as suggestions for future episodes. You can find

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00:16:34

What will the job market look like in 2025?

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2025/01/02

There could be major changes coming to Canada's labour market in 2025 after a bumpy couple of years. If you are a job seeker - where you live and which sector you work in will determine your success. And federal immigration policy is likely to play a big role. Host Kris McCusker speaks to Indeed's Senior Economist Brendon Bernard about his expectations going forward.We love feedback at The Big Story, as well as suggestions for future episodes. You can find us:Through email at

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00:14:13

The changing tide of Canada's drinking habits

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2024/12/31

What were Canadians drinking this year?On this New Year's Eve, host Richard Southern is digging into what we were sipping this year and digs into Canadians' changing tastes with Alanna Bailey, Senior Spirits Director at LCBO. We love feedback at The Big Story, as well as suggestions for future episodes. You can find us:Through email at hello@thebigstorypodcast.caOr @thebigstoryfpn on Twitter

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00:10:43

The Big Story Year in Review: Sports

The Big Story ·

2024/12/30

We love feedback at The Big Story, as well as suggestions for future episodes. You can find us: Through email at hello@thebigstorypodcast.ca Or @thebigstoryfpn on Twitter

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00:08:15

The Big Story Year in Review: Politics

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2024/12/29

The Big Story partners with NewsRadio to break down the biggest stories in politics in 2024. We love feedback at The Big Story, as well as suggestions for future episodes. You can find us:Through email at hello@thebigstorypodcast.caOr @thebigstoryfpn on Twitter

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