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The Big Story
An in-depth look at the issues, culture and personalities shaping Canada today.
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How far are you willing to go to buy Canadian?
The "buy Canada" movement remains strong in the wake of tariffs levied against Canada, with more being tariffs reportedly on the way. So how far would you go…
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Explaining supply management and why Trump is holding it against us
It sounds duller than watching paint dry, but an issue called "supply management" is one of the key factors in Donald Trump's tariff decision. Trump has…
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The communities that will be hit hardest by U.S. tariffs
President Trump's threats of massive tariffs on Canadian goods has sparked a lot of fear about what a trade war would mean for our country. Economists predict…
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Back from the dead? Support for the federal Liberals is surging
A month ago, the federal Liberals were in the basement of Canadian politics, trailing the Conservatives by close to 30% in public opinion polls. But a month is…
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Are Canadians warming to building new oil and gas pipelines?
In the face of a possible trade war, Canadians are increasingly supportive of plans to reduce our reliance on the U.S. as a trading partner. That includes…
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Did Donald Trump do us a favour?
We're seeing a rise in Canadian pride generally only seen during the Olympics. The ‘Buy Canadian’ movement continues to gather steam – brought on by the threat…
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Weekend listen: How breast cancer gave Jeanne Beker a new sense of purpose
Jeanne Beker's name is synonymous with all things fabulous and fashionable. But the last few years have brought in a different focus. Today, the author and TV…
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Is anything making sense anymore in this economy?
Is anything making sense anymore in this economy? Between the ping-ponging markets, the on and off tariffs and the latest economic data, the week's been far…
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Your happiness could be just a ‘third place’ away
Work, home. Work, home. For many, days go back and forth like a ping pong match. That’s why when we have the reprieve of something outside the cycle, like a…
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Should alcohol face the same restrictions as cigarettes?
**WARNING: This episode discusses addition and thoughts of suicide. Please take care.** Going out for a beer, glass of wine, or cocktail? Experts are…
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How border communities are dealing with tariff limbo
After a wild few days, the U.S. tariffs are on pause. Canada has avoided the measures, for now, but the threat still hangs over the country. The uncertainty…
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Tariffs on pause. For now.
In an extraordinary turn of events, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced late Monday that the U.S would be delaying tariffs against Canada for 30 days. The…
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Canada's potential trade war
**UPDATE** Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said proposed tariffs on Canadian goods will be paused for 30 days after he spoke with President Donald Trump on…
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Has democracy gone out of style for Gen Z?
Heading the polls for the very first time after becoming the age of majority used to be a badge of honour that Canadian youth would wear proudly – but has…
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Will Doug Ford's early election gamble in Ontario pay off?
After months of speculation, Doug Ford has sent Ontarians to the polls early. The election campaign officially kicked off this week, with party leaders making…
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Demystifying opinion polls as election fever heats up
From door knocks to landline calls, online clicks to AI, someone always wants to know what you think. With election season on the minds of Ontarians and…
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Should we be concerned about DeepSeek A.I.?
DeepSeek took the stock market by storm this week, with the Chinese start-up causing a huge market meltdown on Monday. It has huge implications for the world…
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So how's the Liberal leadership race going?
The Liberal leadership race lost a candidate over the weekend. Ottawa MP Chandra Arya has been kicked out of the race to replace Justin Trudeau as Liberal…
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Listening to your gut: the truth behind the red dye no. 3 ban and beyond
It can be found in some of your favourite candies, baked goods and beverages: red dye no. 3. The FDA has recently banned the synthetic dye from food (by 2027)…
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What's going to happen with interest rates next week?
If you weren't sure what was going to happen with interest rates with the new U.S. administration in place, you're not alone. We're just days ahead from the…
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Weekend listen: What is Trump's AI agenda?
Donald Trump wants to ‘Make America First in AI’. He has announced a $500 billion deal with Silicon Valley to accelerate AI development in America. At stake in…
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An inside look at how the feds are dealing with the onslaught of American threats
It's only been 5 days since Donald Trump has been president, but you'd be right to feel like we've been through many news cycles since then and dozens of…
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What's happening with the TikTok ban?
The United States banned TikTok. But Donald Trump says it can still operate in America, for now. The Executive Order that Trump signed on his first day in…
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Breaking down Trump's inauguration speech. As Canadians, how worried should we be?
Donald Trump has been sworn in as U.S. president for a second time – but this term is likely to look different than the first one. Especially if the…
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Trump 2.0: no tariffs yet but what's next?
Donald Trump has been inaugurated as the 47th President of the United States. But he chose not to follow through on his threat of tariffs on Canadian imports…
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Liberal leadership race: Mark Carney vs Chrystia Freeland
The two frontrunners vying to replace Justin Trudeau as Prime Minister and Liberal Party leader have officially launched their campaigns. Both Mark Carney and…
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Weekend listen: Is the electric vehicle still the vehicle of the future?
It's a real tipping point for electric vehicles. Although the feds have a goal of having 100% zero emission vehicles on the road by 2035, there are major…
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Weekend listen: How politics are impacting the future of electric vehicles
A group of auto sector groups came together in Ottawa this week to call on the Trudeau government to scrap its plan to mandate electric vehicle sales quotas…
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'New Year, New You': Debunking the myth of January reinvention
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…
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How to fight the Trump tariffs: an inside look at the First Ministers' meeting in Ottawa
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…
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Fact Check: Who wins, who loses in the potential U.S.-Canada trade war
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…
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Grading Canadian leaders’ responses to the Trump’s tariff threats
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…
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Breaking down the odds of who will be our next Prime Minister
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…
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What does the Trudeau resignation mean for your finances?
There are still more questions than answers after Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced his resignation this week. That includes legislation involving your…
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Economic week in review: fact checks, threats and the slumping Canadian dollar
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…
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A heartbreaking look inside the most destructive fires L.A. has ever seen
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…
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Breaking down the popularity of Pierre Poilievre
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…
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Donald Trump is sounding increasingly serious about making Canada the 51st state
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…
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What's happening behind the scenes in Ottawa in the wake of the Trudeau resignation
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…
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Justin Trudeau resigns. What's next?
Bonus episode Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced he will resign and has prorogued Parliament until March 24th. He will stay on as leader and Prime…
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What’s at stake for the Canada-US relationship in 2025?
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…
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Encore: Is Canada at risk of becoming the 51st state?
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…
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Trying to get you answers about bail reform
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…
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What will the job market look like in 2025?
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…
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The changing tide of Canada's drinking habits
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'…
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The Big Story Year in Review: Sports
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…
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The Big Story Year in Review: Politics
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…
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The Big Story Year in Review
The Big Story partners with NewsRadio for a look back at some of the biggest stories of 2024. We love feedback at The Big Story, as well as suggestions for…
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Encore: It costs HOW MUCH to raise a kid in Canada?!?
If it feels like your kids are bleeding you dry, there's evidence that it's actually true. A new story in the Walrus suggests the average amount to raise 2…
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Which economic predictions about 2024 actually came true?
It was a volatile year for the Canadian economy. Host Mike Eppel speaks with Doug Porter, Chief Economist at BMO about what predictions came true this year and…
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What does 2025 look like for Canada's biggest city? An interview with Olivia Chow
It's been a busy year for Toronto mayor Olivia Chow. Host Momin Qureshi sits down with Chow at Toronto City Hall to talk about some of the challenges this year…
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Can we fix the way concert tickets are sold in this country?
Superstar Taylor Swift had 9 sold out shows in Canada this year and while some Swifties were able to snag tickets via Ticketmaster, others weren't so lucky…
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A year end one-on-one with the leader of the Official Opposition
NewsRadio's national talk show host Rob Snow sits down with leader of the Official Opposition, Pierre Poilievre, about the dramatic week in Canadian politics…
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How is the economy shaping up for 2025?
We're looking into our crystal ball here at the Big Story and looking at some of the economic trends, both positive and negative, that will dominate in Canada…
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A dramatic week in Ottawa. What happens next?
What a week in Canadian politics! From a stunning resignation, to a tonne of speculation about the future of Justin Trudeau, there's a lot to talk about. Host…
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Why are people celebrating the murder of a health care CEO?
In the weeks since United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson was gunned down on the street in Manhattan, the public’s reaction has become a major part of the story…
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Is this is the end of the line for PM Justin Trudeau?
It was chaos in the nation’s capital on Monday as Parliament Hill was rocked by the sudden resignation of federal finance minister Chrystia Freeland. What does…
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Is the fall fiscal update a Hail Mary for the Liberal government?
Today, the government will be unveiling its fall fiscal update - what should Canadians be expecting? And are the Liberals trying to spend their way to…
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Is now a good time to change jobs?
A new study suggests 74% of Canadian professionals are looking to change jobs. In this economy, is now a good time? Is the grass always greener? Host Mike…
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What should we do about homeless encampments?
Over the past few years, homeless encampments have become a fixture in every major city across Canada. Governments of all stripes have been grappling with the…