Pierre Poilievre's fiery exchanges with Canadian media spark online buzz. How does his approach differ from past politicians? Journalist Paul Wells sheds light on Poilievre's interactions with reporters and public perception. Explore the evolving dynamics of political messaging and media engagement in the digital age.

Scientists from a Winnipeg lab were fired amid suspicions of Chinese espionage, prompting demands for transparency. Leaked documents raise more questions than answers, putting pressure on the government. Controversies surrounding the Wuhan lab and COVID-19 speculations are explored, along with concerns about national security and dangerous pathogens. Calls for government accountability and investigations into potential connections with China continue.

The legal proceedings between ex-spouses Johnny Depp and Amber Heard made nonstop headlines in 2022 — and online discourse at the time seemed to be overwhelmingly in favour of Depp. The tweets in particular caught the eye of investigative reporter and Tortoise Media editor Alexi Mostrous. They seemed to be part of a coordinated effort to smear Heard. And the closer he looked, the weirder it got.What's the connection between that trial, Johnny Depp’s friendship with the crown prince of Saudi Arabia, and a legion of Twitter bots for hire? Mostrous, who hosts the new podcast Who Trolled Amber?, walks us through his investigation and what it says about whether you can ever really trust what you read online.

Gaza health authorities say 118 people were killed and 760 people were injured while trying to get food staples like flour from aid trucks on Thursday, after Israeli soldiers opened fire.The Israeli military claims most people were killed in a stampede of people around the trucks, but accounts from witnesses and medical workers say most of the victims were shot.So what precipitated this deadly search for aid? How close is Gaza to famine? And what would it take to get food to the people there who are starving?Yarden Michaeli explains. He’s a reporter with Haaretz based in Tel Aviv. For transcripts of Front Burner, please visit: https://www.cbc.ca/radio/frontburner/transcriptsTranscripts of each episode will be made available by the next workday.

Explore Brian Mulroney's political legacy, including his role in free trade agreements and his impactful stance on apartheid in South Africa. Reflect on his leadership skills, controversies, and connections to an arms dealer. Delve into the Meach Lake Accord's demise and the challenges faced during the Quebec referendum in 1995.

After two years of leading a country at war, Ukraine’s president remains popular. But as support for the fight wavers both inside and outside the country, Volodymyr Zelensky faces a new set of high-stakes challenges.Does demoting a popular general signal a shift in military strategy? Will international allies deliver the support Zelensky says he needs? If not can he negotiate a popular end peace?Today we’re joined by Tim Mak, founder of the Kyiv-based publication The Counteroffensive.For transcripts of Front Burner, please visit: https://www.cbc.ca/radio/frontburner/transcriptsTranscripts of each episode will be made available by the next workday.

The podcast delves into the legal complexities of Israel's occupation of seized territories, exploring ICJ hearings, international law on occupation, and the implications for peace negotiations. It discusses Palestinian struggles for statehood, Israeli settlements, and the debate on historical ties to the land. International perspectives on the conflict and the impact of court involvement on peace negotiations are also examined.

The Liberals originally promised a bill tackling online harms would come within 100 days of their re-election in 2021.Instead, Justice Minister Arif Virani tabled their new act on Monday, which aims to create a new commission and regulate content from hate, to extremism, bullying and child abuse materials.So did the Liberals learn lessons from a previous bill criticized for the risk of censorship? And will this current bill actually make the internet safer for children?CBC senior reporter Raffy Boudjikanian explains.

Law & Order Toronto: Criminal Intent features cases from Toronto, Canadian cast and crew. The franchise endures despite TV changes. Discusses TV show's success, international adaptations, creator's influence, and evolution of police representation in television.

The debate over whether or not Joe Biden is too old to be president is getting heated.He has struggled to collect his thoughts, mumbled incoherently at press conferences, referenced recent conversations with long-dead politicians, and recently, had to be reminded of Hamas' name.It’s not a good look for any president. But it’s especially bad for the presumed Democratic nominee during an election year.Today, CBC Washington senior correspondent Paul Hunter explains why an 81-year-old with memory lapses might be the only option the Democrats have.