Front Burner
CBC
Front Burner is a daily news podcast that takes you deep into the stories shaping Canada and the world. Each morning, from Monday to Friday, host Jayme Poisson talks with the smartest people covering the biggest stories to help you understand what’s going on.We’re Canada’s number one news podcast and a trusted source of Canadian news. We cover Canadian news and Canadian politics, Prime Minister Mark Carney, Pierre Poilievre, the Donald Trump administration, provincial politics from Alberta, British Columbia, Ontario, and politicians Danielle Smith, David Eby and Doug Ford.We cover Toronto, Vancouver, and Calgary as well as other municipalities across Canada. In this Canadian election year, Front Burner will be focusing more on Canadian politics. We will take a close look at Mark Carney’s first few weeks as Prime Minister, the Conservatives and Pierre Poilievre as well as the future of the NDP and Quebec’s Yves-François Blanchet from the Bloc Québécois during the 2025 Canadian federal election.The podcast goes beyond Ottawa and digs deeper into major issues like U.S.-Canada relations, jobs, the economy, immigration, cost of living, housing and rental costs, taxes and tariffs, democracy and technology. The Front Burner daily podcast covers Canadian news from every province and territory: Alberta, British Columbia, Saskatchewan, Ontario, Quebec, Manitoba, Nova Scotia, Newfoundland and Labrador, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, Nunavut, Northwest Territories and Yukon.We cover news from major cities like Ottawa, Toronto, Vancouver, Calgary and Edmonton. When U.S. President Donald Trump declares he wants to make Canada the 51st state and decides to implement tariffs, Front Burner has an analysis into what is happening. We cover Elon Musk’s DOGE. We cover the latest in technology from the rise of bitcoin and crypto, the future of TikTok, Meta, artificial intelligence, influencers, and more. Look to our archives to see fact-checked stories about infrastructure, fascism, border security, immigration, Pierre Poilievre, the Republican Party, American politics, Canadian politics, India, China, Trump’s tariffs, Mark Carney, Elon Musk, Toronto, technology, artificial intelligence, international students, healthcare, and inflation. We cover global news like the Israel-Hamas war in Gaza, the ceasefire, the Ukraine-Russia war, the India-Pakistan conflict, and the U.S. economy and U.S. politics. Front Burner is a part of your morning news routine. Whether you’re in Toronto or Vancouver or Washington, this is the news that matters to Canadians. We take a look at the economy and break it down from the budget to interest rate hikes to inflation to recessions to jobs to the cost of living. We look at the policy around housing, Canadian housing supply, and what this means for first-time home buyers, renters, and those with a mortgage. We look at technology, from AI to the manosphere to social media like Meta, Twitter, Facebook, and more. We look at influential newsmakers like Elon Musk and influential technology industries like crypto and AI.
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Jul 26, 2024 • 24min
Canadian treasure Jasper hit by wall of fire
A 'wall of fire' descends on Jasper, Alberta, devastating the town with charred buildings and scorched trees. CBC reporter discusses the challenges faced by firefighters in battling the destructive fire and the impact on residents. The podcast also explores the budget cuts affecting wildfire fighting efforts in Alberta and reflects on the increasing danger wildfires pose to communities.
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Jul 25, 2024 • 36min
The US and Israel’s ‘special relationship’ - Part 1
Exploring the historical bond between the US and Israel, including protests over Israel's military actions. Discussion on the evolution of their relationship from tensions to a strong partnership. Critiques on the current US administration's approach towards Israel and challenges in promoting policy alignment.
Jul 24, 2024 • 23min
The drug harm reduction backlash
Vincent Lam, an addictions doctor and award-winning author, discusses the opioid crisis in Canada on this podcast. Topics include safer supply programs, supervised consumption sites, and the backlash against these measures. The conversation highlights the need for a comprehensive approach to address addiction, including evidence-based treatments and building trusting relationships with healthcare providers.
Jul 23, 2024 • 29min
Kamala Harris for President?
Vox senior politics reporter, Christian Paz, discusses Kamala Harris's political journey and her chances against Donald Trump. They delve into her evolution as a prosecutor, challenges as Vice President, communication struggles, and the influence of memes on public opinion.
Jul 22, 2024 • 23min
Joe Biden drops out. Now what?
Former US Vice President Joe Biden shocked the political world by dropping out of the presidential race. The podcast discusses the Democratic Party crisis, Biden's withdrawal, Kamala Harris as a potential nominee, and the impact on Biden's legacy and the party's future.
Jul 19, 2024 • 28min
Donald Trump's Republican Party
The podcast discusses the shift of the Republican Party towards a Trump-centric identity, with emphasis on nationalistic ideologies and the announcement of J.D. Vance as the VP candidate. It explores the implications of Trump's policies on trade and defense, his versatile speech strategies, and potential Republican strategies if Kamala Harris becomes the Democratic nominee.
Jul 18, 2024 • 23min
Israel steps up attacks in Gaza
Freelance journalist Akram Al-Sattari discusses the recent Gaza crisis, including tragic bombings on schools and camps. He shares insights on the devastation, difficult decisions faced by Gazans, and the frustrations over continuous attacks by Israeli forces causing civilian casualties. The podcast highlights challenges in aid distribution, rising malnutrition, and the struggles of residents accessing basic necessities in Con Eunice amidst the conflict in Gaza.
Jul 17, 2024 • 27min
2024: The year of the election
Political scientist Ian Bremmer discusses the global surge of elections in 2024, highlighting challenges faced by incumbents amid economic struggles, high migration rates, and increasing challengers. The conversation explores the significance of these elections, the impact of social and economic forces, and the evolving political landscapes worldwide.
Jul 16, 2024 • 26min
America's history of assassinations and political violence
Delving into America's dark history of assassinations and political violence, from Lincoln to Reagan. Centering on the legacy of political violence and its impact on the nation's history. Exploring parallels between past events and the potential future outcomes. Discussing contrasting views on political violence in the 1960s and present day. Reflecting on America's involvement in international assassinations and the impact on public opinion.
Jul 15, 2024 • 26min
Trump assassination attempt: What’s next for U.S democracy?
Vox senior correspondent Zack Beauchamp discusses the recent attempted assassination of Trump and its potential impact on U.S. democracy. They analyze Trump's response, baseless claims by Republican senators, online reactions, and the event's influence on the upcoming election. The podcast also delves into the crisis in American democracy, exploring the emotional motivations behind political violence and highlighting deep-rooted divisions in American politics.
