Hundreds of families who lost their homes in Jasper’s wildfires are still waiting for temporary housing six months later, while various levels of government fight about how and where to rebuild. What needs to change in how we respond to increasingly frequent and devastating wildfires?

Some pet owners are abandoning their animals because they can’t keep up with the high cost of veterinary care and medications. A CBC/Radio-Canada investigation looked into why vet bills are so expensive in Canada, and found big corporations buying up independent clinics — and a lack of competition due to limits on who can buy and sell pet medications.

Join travel expert Robin Esrock, a community columnist at Canadian Geographic and author of The Great Canadian Bucket List, as he reveals Canada’s hidden vacation gems. Explore the breathtaking beauty of the Arctic, the charm of Newfoundland’s coast, and the enchanting rainforests of Haida Gwaii. Esrock emphasizes the joy of discovering lesser-known destinations like Waterton National Park and encourages travelers to consider domestic adventures as a budget-friendly alternative to international trips.

Corey Funk, a CBC Manitoba producer, investigates the growing trend of young men opting for vasectomies, often as a conscious choice against fatherhood. They share personal stories and discuss motivations rooted in economic concerns and climate anxiety. Cultural shifts around masculinity and child-free lifestyles are explored, as well as the impact of social media on these decisions. The conversation also delves into generational expectations surrounding parenthood, highlighting the tension between traditional values and modern desires for personal fulfillment.

In this discussion, Akram Saeed, a resilient Palestinian from Khan Yunus, recounts his harrowing experiences of returning home after devastating airstrikes. He speaks candidly about searching the rubble for lost loved ones and the profound sense of loss that accompanies this journey. Aman Bazareau, an Emergency Coordinator for Doctors Without Borders, sheds light on the grave humanitarian crisis, emphasizing the urgent medical needs and challenges in providing aid to affected communities. Together, they highlight the struggles and hopes amidst an overwhelming atmosphere of despair.

Saul Raskon Salazar, a DACA recipient from Mexico, shares his family's fears of deportation under Trump's policies. Con Carroll, a Trump supporter and commentary editor, discusses the necessity of these immigration strategies. Together, they delve into the emotional turmoil faced by immigrants living under constant threat and the political implications of mass deportations. The conversation highlights personal stories of resilience, the complexities of immigration laws, and the ongoing struggle for rights amid changing policies.

Bonny Reichert grew up hearing her father’s stories of the Holocaust, and finding comfort in sharing traditional recipes with him. The Canadian journalist-turned-chef shares her dad’s story, and the trauma she herself carries, in the new memoir How To Share An Egg.

After 13 years in exile, Alma Salem kissed the ground when she finally returned to Syria, after the fall of Bashar al-Assad’s regime. Matt Galloway talks to the political activist and two other Syrian women — human rights advocates Azza Kondakji and Noura Aljizawi — about their hopes for rebuilding their country, and why they say the role of women in that future is non-negotiable.

Winnipeg has a bold new plan to move people out of encampments and into housing, modelled on a strategy that reduced homelessness by 60 per cent in Houston, Texas. But one critic warns the plan involves moving people out of public housing to make space in a tight rental market — and could put a cohort of lower-income people at risk.

Kaitlyn Braun, a pregnant young woman in crisis, takes dozens of birth workers through an escalating series of disasters – rape, baby loss, and even a coma. One by one, the doulas struggle to support her and grieve with her, and even save her life as they’re led down a distressing path. And then the truth comes out.In this six-part true crime series, Sarah Treleaven untangles a complex web of lies and deception to ask who Kaitlyn really is and why she did the things that she did. Cases like these puzzle legal experts and raise intricate moral and ethical questions. This is not your average con. Kaitlyn is not your usual scammer.Kaitlyn's Baby is Season 2 of The Con — a podcast exposing the art of deception — from CBC and the BBC World Service. Season 1 - the critically acclaimed catfishing quest, Love, Janessa, launched in January 2023.Content warning: The latest season of The Con contains references to medical emergencies, including baby loss. We also deal with sexual assault and there is some strong language.More episodes are available at: https://link.mgln.ai/VPyaaH