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00:18:53

Canadian boots on the ground in Ukraine?

The Big Story ·

2025/08/26

On an unannounced trip to Ukraine over the weekend, Prime Minister Mark Carney hinted at the possibility that Canada could have a military presence in Ukraine as a part of a coalition to maintain a ceasefire if Ukraine and Russia can agree to one.Host Cormac Mac Sweeney speaks with Christian Leuprecht, professor at the Royal Military College and Editor of the Canadian Military Journal about whether our military is ready for such an operation, what the risks are, and whether this could mirror

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00:20:39

How to shake your summer sleep schedule and get back...

The Big Story ·

2025/08/25

Basking in the sun, late patio nights and the sweetest of sleep-ins. The relaxed and unstructured schedule of summer vacation is glorious…but unfortunately it’s almost time to get back to reality. Whether it’s back to school or back to your work routine, when it comes to sleep, the time is now.Host Melanie Ng speaks with Alanna McGinn, CEO of Good Night Sleep Site, about the A to Zzz’s of sleep including the physical and mental impact, PLUS the do’s and don’ts when it comes to sleeping aids, certain

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00:23:26

Labour disruptions and defiant unions: breaking down...

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2025/08/22

Flight attendants at Air Canada are set to vote on a tentative contract starting next Wednesday after a 3 day strike left tens of thousands of travellers stranded.This labour dispute was VERY different from some of the other recent walk outs, drawing attention to Section 107 of the Canadian Labour Code, and potentially changing the landscape for unions in the years to come.Host Kris McCusker speaks to Emma Arkell, a labour journalist at Press Progress about all the ups and downs, and what it might

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00:28:03

The tests ahead that will determine Pierre...

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2025/08/21

Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre is heading back to Parliament Hill after his by-election win in Alberta this week.The federal Conservative Leader won the riding of Battle River-Crowfoot with 80.4 per cent of the vote, a decisive victory that affirmed his support among rank-and-file party members and sets the stage for a showdown in the House of Commons opposite Prime Minister Mark Carney.But the vote in Battle River-Crowfoot was just the first of several tests ahead for the re-seated Opposition

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00:28:59

Why does it seem like young Canadians are committing...

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2025/08/20

Canada is slowly starting to become desensitized to crime involving youth - not because it's no longer worrisome, but because it happens more often than not. Why are 13 year old's finding themselves at the centre of homicide investigations? Why are 17 year old's being held on remand and not picking out what post-secondary educational program they want to go into? Are the headlines telling a different story than that of the data? Host Maria Kestane speaks to Dr. Kim Varma, a criminology professor at

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00:20:45

What is restorative justice and how could it...

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2025/08/19

Amanda Carrasco lived through a childhood full of deep, complex trauma.She endured sexual abuse by her brother, her family was violently murdered and she was left to pick up the pieces. Instead of burying her pain, she did the opposite: Amanda sat face-to-face with her abuser and the man who killed her loved ones. Her goal? The pursuit of truth, accountability and a path to healing.Host Melanie Ng speaks with Amanda about her shocking new memoir “Becoming The Brave One” and the transformative

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00:27:13

What kind of damage is artificial intelligence doing...

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2025/08/18

Data centres are being used to power tech companies all around the world.In the U-S alone, there are more than 5-thousand facilities.And the facilities use up valuable resources, which could leave some communities without things like water – according to a new report.Host Kris McCusker speaks to Miguel Yanez-Barnuevo and Dan Bressette with the Environmental and Energy Study Institute about the second of 3 reports, which take a deep dive into the environmental impacts of technology and things like

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00:21:19

Weekend listen: Are Canadian farmers going to be okay...

The Big Story ·

2025/08/17

Being a farmer in Canada isn't easy at the best of times, and there's a new big challenge ahead.This week, China announced a hefty tariff on our canola products, which happens to be this country's largest agricultural export.Billions of dollars are at stake - so how damaging could this be?Host of In This Economy?! Mike Eppel speaks with Mike von Massow, a professor in the Department of Food, Agriculture and Resource Economics at the University of Guelph. We love feedback at The Big Story, as well

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00:26:31

What’s at stake as Trump and Putin meet in Alaska?

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2025/08/15

The West has long sought to make Vladimir Putin a pariah over the bloodshed in Ukraine.But the Russian leader will break out of international isolation and step foot on U.S. soil, welcomed by an American president eager to fulfill his promise of stopping the war.European leaders who held a virtual conference with Donald Trump earlier this week, say he agreed ceding land can only be negotiated by Kyiv.But behind closed doors, without the war-torn country represented in the room, anything can

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00:27:05

How will the Aeroplan overhaul impact your travel?

The Big Story ·

2025/08/14

Air Canada is overhauling how travelers earn points and qualify for frequent flyer status in its Aeroplan loyalty program.The changes? Points will be based on dollars spent rather than distance flown. Spoiler alert? Jetsetters aren't too thrilled about what that means for the programs perks. Host Richard Southern speaks with travel, point, and personal finance expert Barry Choi about what the changes mean for your Aeroplan points, & why some Air Canada aficionados are hopping mad about the

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00:19:38

Home office vs head office: why Canadians aren’t so...

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2025/08/13

The numbers say it all — Canadians want flexibility when it comes to where they do their jobs. The COVID-19 pandemic opened the door to new possibilities and offered a different approach to work life balance.Fresh data from the Angus Reid Institute shows three in five Canadians would prefer to spend the majority of their time working from home, while 79 per cent say they want a schedule that allows for some remote work.However, many Fortune 100 companies are now mandating a return to the office for

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00:17:42

Is the outrage justified over Nova Scotia's so-called...

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2025/08/12

https://halifax.citynews.ca/2025/08/05/stay-out-of-the-woods-n-s-bans-activities-in-woods-amid-dry-spell/ 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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00:26:54

Are the Epstein files MAGA's breaking point?

The Big Story ·

2025/08/11

Despite a long list of critical policy issues facing Washington today, the Jeffrey Epstein saga has dominated the national conversation for weeks, grinding the legislative business of Congress to a halt.Since Epstein, a convicted sex offender, died in jail in 2019, unsubstantiated conspiracy theories about his death and who was connected to him have swirled around right-wing media circles, fanned by Donald Trump himself.But obsession with the case has evolved beyond conspiracy and now consumes

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00:29:59

Weekend listen: Rating the overall health of the...

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2025/08/10

As we approach the end of the summer, how is the economy actually doing and what can we expect for the rest of 2025? What does the data tell us about the impact of tariffs and what's really going on for Canadian businesses and households? Host Mike Eppel speaks to Don Drummond, economist and Staufford-Dunning Fellow at Queen's University and fellow in residence at the C.D. Howe Institute. 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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00:20:15

Keep calm and swim on: how a Canadian man conquered...

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2025/08/08

It started as an activity to release frustrations in the wake of the pandemic, and ended with an accomplishment that only three dozen Canadians can lay claim to.On July 26th and 27th, Toronto high school teacher Sam Garrison defeated the odds and made a solo swim across the English Channel.It was no easy task, as Sam faced hurdles that included jellyfish and oil tankers as he made the 58km swim.But messages from friends and family served as inspiration, as well as his goal to raise money for the

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00:27:20

What's a digital nomad and are you cut out to be one?

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2025/08/07

If you've ever wondered what it's like to make money while travelling the world, you're not the only one. Digital nomadism is the kind of lifestyle that many dream of, and now more than ever, actually live, and that's thanks to the rise in remote work opportunities. You take your laptop with you from airport to train station to uber to bus, and you decide where and how you work, for whom and sometimes, at what rate. But the unlimited beach-front resorts or vast cafe options don't necessarily fill

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00:17:30

A look back at Mark Carney's first 100 day as Prime...

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2025/08/06

Today marks 100 days since Mark Carney was voted in as the 24th Prime Minister of Canada. It was an election that marked a turning point for a handful of the federal political parties, but especially so for the Liberals. A party once well behind in support against the Conservatives, gained new momentum with a new yet familiar face. But Prime Minister Carney knew exactly what kind of role he was stepping into, centering his campaign around a looming trade war with the U.S., and promising Canadians

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00:19:02

Are Poilievre's democratic concerns of the long...

The Big Story ·

2025/08/05

In less than 2 weeks, it's do or die for Pierre Poilievre.Not only is he in for a political battle to get into the House of Commons, he's got other forces working against him, including another lengthy ballot.Most of the candidates are associated with the Longest Ballot Committee, a grassroots electoral reform group seeking to draw attention to itself by flooding ballots with as many names as possible in several recent elections and byelections. But their tactics have raised questions about the

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00:17:51

Weekend listen: Gentle parenting - is it too rough...

The Big Story ·

2025/08/04

It's the latest among the vast plethora of parenting styles: gentle parenting...but just how gentle is it?And for whom?The U.S. General Surgeon has issued public health advisory on the impact of modern stresses on parents' mental health, listing six factors it says contributes to parent/caregiver burnout. They include financial strain, time demands, children’s health & safety, loneliness & isolation, technology & social media, and cultural pressures.Host Pooja Handa speaks to Dr. Shimi Kang,

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00:31:45

A look at the Nicole Morin case, 40 years after the...

The Big Story ·

2025/08/03

It's been 40 years since Nicole Morin disappeared. The little girl was 8 at the time when she went down to her apartment building's lobby to meet a friend for a swim. She hasn't been seen since. This week, Toronto Police offered up a $50,000 reward for any new information about Nicole's disappearance. On today's Big Story, you'll hear Fil Martino and Madison Fitzpatrick explain the case on their podcast, "Tracking a Killer". Anyone with information about Nicole Morin’s disappearance is asked to

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