Episode Details

CBC is pausing its production of an elaborate “prank show” led by Indigenous creators after outrage online. 

Critics say “Northland Tales” is political activism that has no place on the national broadcaster.

But Ryan McMahon joins San Grewal to explain why pranking is fair game, even on the CBC, and why it would be a shame if the show gets cancelled. 

Host: San Grewal

Credits: James Nicholson (Producer), Kallan Lyons (Associate Producer and Fact Checking), Caleb Thompson (Mixing and Mastering), max collins (Director of Audio), Jesse Brown (Editor)

Guest: Ryan McMahon

Further reading: 

• CBC pausing production on satirical Indigenous show | CBC News
• LILLEY: CBC hits pause on show targeting RCMP and conservatives - Toronto Sun 
• CBC called out for role in prank interviews of Kamloops residential school grave critics -CBC News
• CBC-funded prank show’s deceptive tactics raise fraud and legal concerns: Lawyer - The Hub
• 'I'm sick to my stomach': Retired RCMP officer details humiliating experience with CBC prank show 
• Taxpayer-funded mockumentary exposed; most legacy media steer clear of graves dissidents - The Rewrite [Substack]
• Hundreds gather to celebrate Murray Sinclair's legacy with round dance in Winnipeg | CBC News  

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