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Global National with Dawna Friesen

Global National with Dawna Friesen is Canada’s early evening national news podcast, and provides a distinctive voice and approach to the day’s top stories. Following its mission statement of “Story is everything,” the Global National team provides Canadians with in-depth analysis and perspective on important national and international events, connecting with audiences coast-to-coast, bringing clarity to the issues and news of the day. Global National has news bureaus and correspondents in every

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28:38

Anticipation and anxiety for Gaza's looming ceasefire

Global National with Dawna Friesen ·

2025/01/19

Dozens of Israeli hostages from Hamas' October 7, 2023 attacks are set to be released, in exchange for hundreds of Palestinian prisoners, as a long-awaited ceasefire in Gaza is just hours away. But how long can the fragile deal hold, after 15 months of war? Plus, the latest contenders to join the federal Liberal leadership race to replace Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. Can any of them gain the momentum to take on Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre? And the possible lifeline from President-Elect

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29:14

Canada's counter-tariff plan; Freeland confirms...

Global National with Dawna Friesen ·

2025/01/18

Canada's last-minute preparations to prevent a tariff war with the U.S., and the plan for billions of dollars in potential counter-tariffs. Former deputy prime minister Chrystia Freeland confirms her Liberal leadership bid: why she says she's the one to take on Donald Trump. Israel's security Cabinet approves the ceasefire and hostage deal with Hamas, that would pause the 15-month war in Gaza. And the eagle that tried to cross the road, but couldn't. How a Canadian wildlife group helped a bird soar

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29:08

Mark Carney officially launches Liberal leadership bid

Global National with Dawna Friesen ·

2025/01/17

Mark Carney officially launches his federal Liberal leadership bid: why he says he should get the job; and whom he's already going after. The deepening fears about the damage U.S. tariffs could cause, and Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's new weapon to fight them. Why U.S. President Joe Biden warns that tech titans are threatening American democracy. Plus, remembering David Lynch: how the influential Hollywood director made a career out of embracing the bizarre.

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29:10

What's next after Israel and Hamas agree to Gaza...

Global National with Dawna Friesen ·

2025/01/16

The conditions of the ceasefire and hostage deal between Israel and Hamas; what it means for the future of Gaza and the families of hostages; and how one Palestinian who fled to Canada is coping. Which premiers disagree with the rest of the first ministers about how to respond to the U.S. tariff threat. Plus, Ontario Premier Doug Ford's five-word response to U.S. president-elect Donald Trump's taunt about annexing Canada. America's impending TikTok ban. And not seeing one type of red: why the U.S

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29:13

Carney on 'The Daily Show' to soft launch Liberal...

Global National with Dawna Friesen ·

2025/01/15

Why Mark Carney appeared on ‘The Daily Show' to tease his bid for the federal Liberal leadership. How Alberta's energy sector is preparing for "billions of dollars of impact" from U.S. president-elect Donald Trump's potential tariffs. Why emergency crews say they're now more prepared to fight the California wildfires. Plus, the tearful reunions between lost pets and their owners.

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28:50

Winds threaten explosive fire growth in California

Global National with Dawna Friesen ·

2025/01/14

The Canadians living in greater Los Angeles feeling on edge as weather conditions are expected to worsen and fuel wildfires again. With U.S. president-elect Donald Trump expected to hit Canada with hefty tariffs next week, why political experts warn this could get "ugly." Who's decided against running in the race to replace Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, and the remaining possible candidates. Plus, the rescue and recovery of a baby gorilla who was being smuggled illegally through Turkey. And hear

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28:57

California man risks his life to save home from fires

Global National with Dawna Friesen ·

2025/01/13

Firefighters are relentlessly combating multiple wildfires in Southern California, particularly the massive Palisades and Eaton fires, which have devastated numerous communities. Global National's Neetu Garcha speaks with an Altadena resident who risked his life while defying warnings to leave, in an effort to save his home. Plus, how Canada and Mexico have stepped up to aid in combating the flames -- despite the political tensions being spurred by U.S. president-elect Donald Trump's rhetoric

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29:14

Fear and crushing losses amid California's wildfires

Global National with Dawna Friesen ·

2025/01/12

Firefighters in Southern California are escalating their aerial efforts to battle wildfires that have claimed 11 lives and left 13 missing, posing significant recovery challenges for affected families due to limited insurance options. Plus, Canada's Transport Minister Anita Anand has announced she will not run for re-election or seek the Liberal party leadership, stepping away from the race to replace Justin Trudeau.

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28:48

Cautious optimism in California

Global National with Dawna Friesen ·

2025/01/11

The progress crews are making battling California's wildfires; the volatile conditions; the false evacuation alerts causing unnecessary panic; and the pets being rescued. The Liberals' rules of running in their leadership race; when a new leader will be chosen; and why another high-profile cabinet minister won't compete. Why U.S. president-elect Donald Trump is dodging jail time in that hush money case. And how a Canadian company is helping build an information highway on the ocean floor.

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29:23

Destruction and deep sorrow in southern California

Global National with Dawna Friesen ·

2025/01/09

The astonishing losses and deep sorrow in southern California, where almost 200,000 have fled from out-of-control wildfires. What Canada is preparing to slap tariffs on if U.S. president-elect Donald Trump follows through on his own threat. How former U.S. president Jimmy Carter helped prevent a nuclear disaster in Canada. Plus, why a crocodile skull got a Canadian arrested.

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29:42

Deadly wildfires devastate southern California

Global National with Dawna Friesen ·

2025/01/09

The evacuations, the overwhelmed firefighters, and the destruction in the deadly, out of control southern California wildfires. What Ontario Premier Doug Ford is proposing to push back against U.S. president-elect Donald Trump's idea of annexing Canada. Who's likely to join the federal Liberal leadership race, who won't, and the concerns over foreign interference. Plus, grieving families reflect on the January 2020 downing of Ukraine International Airlines Flight 752 five years later.

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29:36

Trump's new shot at Canada

Global National with Dawna Friesen ·

2025/01/08

How Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is responding to U.S. president-elect Donald Trump's threat to use "economic force" to annex Canada; and the potential lengths Trump will go to take control of the Panama Canal and Greenland. Also, the worries about foreign interference in the search for Trudeau's successor; and how much of a difference would a new leader make for the Liberal party? Plus, why Meta is dumping fact checkers, and how they'll be replaced.

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26:07

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau resigns, prorogues...

Global National with Dawna Friesen ·

2025/01/07

On tonight's episode of Global National:Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced his intention to resign as the leader of the Liberal Party of Canada and as Prime Minister of Canada. But it's not a complete surprise as he's been under pressure for months – even Trudeau admitted the internal battles within his caucus made it clear he had to go. What does that mean for Canada? Well, Trudeau will stay on as prime minister until his party chooses a new leader. As of now, no one has

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Trailer | Global National with Dawna Friesen

Global National with Dawna Friesen ·

2024/12/06

Global National with Dawna Friesen is Canada’s early evening national newscast and podcast, and provides a distinctive voice and approach to the day’s top stories. Now available as a podcast on all your favourite platforms!

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