The Peak Daily Deep freeze 🥶 - Canada-U.S. relations get icy, Youth sports are turning into big business.
Jan 26, 2026
Tense diplomatic fallout as Ottawa and Washington clash over a China deal and trade threats. Parents funnel big money into youth sports and private investors eye the youth-sports industry. Protests flare in Minneapolis after a deadly federal shooting. Widespread deep-freeze weather snarls flights and travel across North America. New AI developments spotlight YouTube and an upcoming Siri upgrade.
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Canada-US Relations Turn Frosty
- Jay Rosenthal highlights a sudden diplomatic chill after Trump threatened 100% tariffs on Canadian goods over a China deal.
- This escalation signals a risky balancing act for Canada between preserving US trade and expanding ties with China.
Youth Sports Are Big Business
- Jay Rosenthal reports youth sports have morphed into a US$40 billion industry driven by eager parents and private equity.
- The shift toward monetized services and buyouts risks making youth sports less accessible for many families.
LiveBarn: ESPN For Kids' Games
- Rosenthal describes LiveBarn as an "ESPN for youth sports" that streams games from 4,000+ venues.
- The service offers subscriptions, player highlight packages, and data analysis for parents and teams.