Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchIs our economy fluctuating because of "vibes"?
Episode 1296
After some consumer optimism earlier this fall, new research now shows positive views on the economy are on the decline after the U.S. election.
Finan…
1 year, 6 months ago
It costs HOW MUCH to raise a kid in Canada?!?
Episode 1297
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…
1 year, 6 months ago
What does the convoy verdict mean for our country?
Episode 1295
It's been one week since Pat King, one of the key organizers of the convoy protest, was found guilty of 5 of the 9 charges against him.
The verdict …
1 year, 6 months ago
Is Canada a NATO freeloader?
Episode 1294
Canada's NATO allies have called us out.
Our defence partners, especially the United States, want Canada to increase defence spending to at least 2%…
1 year, 6 months ago
Are we entering another trade war?
Episode 1293
He's not even president yet, but Donald Trump's promises around tariffs are sending shockwaves and even some panic across the country.
Are these emp…
1 year, 6 months ago
Will the feds' stimulus plan actually help the economy?
Episode 1292
The holidays are coming and times are tough. We're digging into whether the federal government's 2 month GST holiday and upcoming rebate will actua…
1 year, 6 months ago
Why are so many immigrants leaving Canada?
Episode 1291
After years of increasing immigration to Canada and record population growth, the Trudeau government has reversed course.
The Prime Minister now ad…
1 year, 6 months ago
How do you get the ultimate view of Earth?
Episode 1290
Torontonian Henry Wolfond is traveling into space today as a paying customer aboard Jeff Bezos' New Shepard rocket.
He joins The Big Story with hos…
1 year, 6 months ago
Are we at risk of a nuclear war?
Episode 1289
This week marked 1,000 days since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
Vladimir Putin has updated Russia’s Nuclear Doctrine in response to Joe Biden autho…
1 year, 6 months ago
Will the Canada Post strike ruin the holidays?
Episode 1288
Guest: Patrick Groom, labour lawyer with McMillan LLP
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1 year, 6 months ago