Alice Munro's daughter reveals her husband's abuse, shedding light on the family's silence. Zoe Whittall discusses societal denial of abuse, familial dynamics, and the impact on victims. They explore the dark themes in Munro's work and the urgent need to address domestic violence.

Longtime soccer journalist James Sharman discusses Canada's historic run in COPA America, the impact of new coach Jesse Marsh on the team, success and rising stars in soccer, and the performance and strategy of Canadian soccer teams.

CBC Washington correspondent Paul Hunter discusses the growing calls for Joe Biden to step down after a disastrous debate performance against Trump. The podcast explores Biden's defiant stance, declining poll numbers, and internal struggles within the Democratic Party regarding his leadership. It also delves into the mounting pressure on Biden to consider stepping down and concerns from Democratic donors about his ability to compete effectively.

University of Michigan law professor Leah Litman discusses the U.S. Supreme Court's ruling granting presidents immunity, impacts of conservative decisions on abortion and corporate regulations, and the reshaping of America. The podcast delves into the motivations of the majority conservative court and how these decisions will affect Americans for years to come.

Exploring the rise of France's far right, including the surge of Marine Le Pen's National Rally Party, the potential impact of a far-right government on Europe, the internal turmoil within the Front National Party, and the challenges faced by President Macron in the upcoming elections.

Experts Cali McTavish and Juli discuss the Eagle mine landslide, potential cyanide leaks, and the troubled history of mining in Yukon. They delve into environmental risks, financial repercussions, and the broader implications for the industry. The podcast explores the legacy of mercury poisoning, delayed water testing, and challenges faced by local communities due to mining activities.

CBC Vancouver reporter Yvette Brend discusses the slow recovery of Lytton after a devastating wildfire, highlighting the challenges faced by the community in rebuilding. Issues such as delays in funding, struggles with permits, and the impact of historical factors are explored.

It was the biggest gold discovery in history...until it wasn’t. In 1995, Canadian mining company Bre-X announced to the world it had found a significant amount of gold deep in the jungles of Indonesia. Stock prices soared as investors worldwide fought to stake their claim. But when Bre-X’s chief geologist mysteriously fell from a helicopter over the jungle, the story of the billion dollar discovery began to unravel. Nearly three decades later, no one has ever been held accountable. In the new podcast, The Six Billion Dollar Gold Scam, host Suzanne Wilton takes you from the jungles of Indonesia to small town Alberta, Canada, to investigate what really happened and find out more about the man behind the biggest goldmine fraud of all time. Produced for the BBC World Service and CBC by BBC Scotland Productions. More episodes are available at: https://link.chtbl.com/Duo5eihh

The CBC's Washington correspondent Katie Simpson discusses the U.S. presidential debate between Donald Trump and Joe Biden. Topics include the candidates' performances, key moments, misinformation from Trump, Biden's challenges, and the concept of 'pretendians'.

Explore Charlottetown's immigration boom and its impact on demographics, workforce solutions, rising housing prices, and strained public services. Follow the journey of Lebanese chef Pierre El Hajar and the changing culinary scene. Learn about the challenges and benefits of rapid population growth in Charlottetown and the difficulties faced by immigrants like Joy Fajardo in accessing healthcare and affordable housing.