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Another floor crossing MP spoils Pierre Poilievre’s entry into the men’s fitness ecosystem. Edmonton MP Matt Jeneroux’s decision to unresign and join Carney’s Liberals has resurfaced questions around Poilievre fitness for leadership. Pierre can swing a kettlebell, but can hold onto his own caucus? Host: Jesse Brown Credits: James Nicholson (Producer), Kattie Laur (Associate Producer and Fact Checking), Caleb Thompson (Audio Editor and Technical Producer), max collins (Director of Audio), Jesse Brown (Editor) Guest: Julian Abraham Further reading: MP Matt Jeneroux leaves Conservatives to join Liberals, citing 'national unity crisis' | CBC NewsHow Strength Training Builds Mental Resilience | Pierre PoilievreMatt Jeneroux leaves Conservative party after being too intimidated by Poilievre's workout regime - The BeavertonMatt Jeneroux's defection has Pierre Poilievre's Conservatives wondering if there will be more - OpinionThe post-Poilievre leadership race has begun - The Globe and MailThe Rise of ‘Looksmaxxing’ | Front Burner | CBC Podcasts | CBC ListenDistraught family blasts Canada for euthanizing son, 26, who suffered from 'seasonal depression' | Daily Mail Online Sponsors: Douglas: Douglas is giving our listeners a FREE Sleep Bundle with each mattress purchase. Get the sheets, pillows, mattress and pillow protectors FREE with your Douglas purchase today. Visit douglas.ca/canadaland to claim this offer. Fizz: Visit fizz.ca and activate a first plan using the referral code CAN25 to get 25$ off and 10GB of free data. Squarespace: Check out Squarespace.com/canadaland for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch use code canadaland to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. BetterHelp: Visit BetterHelp.com/canadaland today to get 10% off your first month. If you value this podcast, Support us! You’ll get premium access to all our shows ad free, including early releases and bonus content. You’ll also get our exclusive newsletter, discounts on merch at our store, tickets to our live and virtual events, and more than anything, you’ll be a part of the solution to Canada’s journalism crisis, you’ll be keeping our work free and accessible to everybody. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Project South uncovers one of the worst cases of police corruption in Canadian history. The investigation into Toronto Police offers a staggering portrait of corruption, with allegations connecting officers to attempted assassinations, illegal firearms, drug trafficking, extortion, bribery, and leaking confidential information. Plus, the death of “the last man in Africville” and the targeting of Jewish summer camps. Host: Jesse Brown Credits: James Nicholson (Producer), Kattie Laur (Associate Producer and Fact Checking), Caleb Thompson (Audio Editor and Technical Producer), max collins (Director of Audio), Jesse Brown (Editor) Guest: Julian Abraham Additional music by Audio Network Further reading: Who are the Toronto police officers accused of assisting organized crime? Here’s what we know so far | CBC NewsYork Regional Police Press Conference - Project South Results'A few bad apples': Doug Ford responds to police corruption arrests - North Bay NewsToronto cop arrested in corruption probe trafficked uniforms, mishandled police firearm: court documents | CBC NewsOpinion | Toronto Police officers have been accused of running a matchmaking service for violent crooks. The question now is how deep the rot goesLORINC: When the police neither serve or protect - Spacing TorontoPublic trust in Toronto police was ‘strained’ before officers’ arrest. What now? | Globalnews.caHow an armed Brink’s guard with persistent money troubles got swept up in the Toronto police corruption case'He was a man on a mission': Eddie Carvery remembered for keeping memory of Africville alive | CBC NewsAnti-Zionist groups in Canada target Jewish children’s summer camps | The Times of Israel Sponsors: Fizz: Visit fizz.ca and activate a first plan using the referral code CAN25 to get 25$ off and 10GB of free data. Douglas: Douglas is giving our listeners a FREE Sleep Bundle with each mattress purchase. Get the sheets, pillows, mattress and pillow protectors FREE with your Douglas purchase today. The free bundle now ALSO includes a down-alternative duvet and cover! Visit douglas.ca/canadaland to claim this offer. BetterHelp: Visit BetterHelp.com/canadaland today to get 10% off your first month. If you value this podcast, Support us! You’ll get premium access to all our shows ad free, including early releases and bonus content. You’ll also get our exclusive newsletter, discounts on merch at our store, tickets to our live and virtual events, and more than anything, you’ll be a part of the solution to Canada’s journalism crisis, you’ll be keeping our work free and accessible to everybody. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Surrey, BC has already recorded 51 extortions this year. 11 of them ended with shots fired. That might sound surprising until you realise last year there were 133 cases, and 49 related shootings. So what’s actually driving this? And how is it possible that after more than a year of this, no level of government (municipal, provincial, federal) and no police force has managed to get it under control? Host Noor speaks with former MP Jinny Sims, who was targeted in these campaigns, and Wade Deisman, a criminologist at the University of the Fraser Valley. Host: Noor Azrieh Credits: Aviva Lessard (Senior Producer), Sam Konnert (Host/Producer), Noor Azrieh (Host/Producer), Caleb Thompson (Audio Editor and Technical Producer), Max Collins (Director of Audio) Jesse Brown (Editor), Tony Wang (Artwork) Guests: Jinny Sims, Wade Deisman Background reading: B.C. politicians call on federal government to get tough on extortion crisisProtest held against extortion wave in Surrey as 3 foreign nationals chargedShots fired at Surrey radio station believed to be extortion-relatedExtortion is disrupting B.C. lives and businesses. And there's no end in sightExtortion Theatre: Sikh Politicians, Party Scripts, & The Refusal To Name India Sponsors: Visit fizz.ca to learn more about Fizz mobile and its long list of added-value features and activate a first plan using the referral code CAN25 to get 25$ off and 10GB of free data. Douglas is giving our listeners a FREE Sleep Bundle with each mattress purchase. Get the sheets, pillows, mattress and pillow protectors FREE with your Douglas purchase today at douglas.ca/canadaland Everyone is still finding their way. Find yours and feel lighter. Sign up and get 10% off at Better Help. We have a monthly supporter-exclusive show, Off The Record, where our very own Sam Konnert gets to talk to YOU, fine listeners. We asked you to call in and share interesting stories happening from across the country, and you all delivered, so make sure to tune in to that this Thursday. If you want to hear that (or if you want to catch up on all the great episodes of Off The Record you may have missed!) become a supporter at canadaland.com/join. If you value this podcast, Support us! You’ll get premium access to all our shows ad free, including early releases and bonus content. You’ll also get our exclusive newsletter, discounts on merch, tickets to our live and virtual events, and more than anything, you’ll be a part of the solution to Canada’s journalism crisis, you’ll be keeping our work free and accessible to everybody. Can't get enough Canadaland? Follow @Canadaland_Podcasts on Instagram for clips, announcements, explainers and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jay Baruchel, if you don’t know that name, you likely know his face from the string of hit movies he’s been in: Knocked Up, This Is The End, Blackberry, Million Dollar Baby, Almost Famous, and Tropic Thunder, among many others. He’s been in the belly of Hollywood’s beast for over two decades. But he’s also a self-proclaimed Canadian patriot with the maple leaf literally tattooed over his heart. So who better to join us to try and figure out where Elbows Up goes from here, and tease out some of its unlikely roots. Hint: Canadian censors were already cutting American flags out of films in the 1920s… Host: Stephen Marche Credits: Tristan Capacchione (Audio Editor and Technical Producer), Bruce Thorson (Senior Producer), max collins (Director of Audio), Jesse Brown (Editor and Publisher) Featured Guest: Jay Baruchel Fact checking by Julian Abraham Additional music by Audio Network Photo: Gage Skidmore More information: Elbows Up! Canadian Voices of Resilience and Resistance Sponsors: Douglas: Douglas is giving our listeners a FREE Sleep Bundle with each mattress purchase. Get the sheets, pillows, mattress and pillow protectors FREE with your Douglas purchase today. The Free bundle now ALSO includes a down-alternative duvet and cover! Visit https://douglas.ca/canadaland to claim this offer Fizz: Visit https://fizz.ca and activate a first plan using the referral code CAN25 to get 25$ off and 10GB of free data. Article: Article is offering our listeners $50 off your first purchase of $100 or more. To claim, visit https://article.com/canadaland and the discount will be automatically applied at checkout. BetterHelp: Visit https://BetterHelp.com/canadaland today to get 10% off your first month. Can’t get enough Canadaland? Follow @Canadaland_Podcasts on Instagram for clips, announcements, explainers and more. If you value this podcast, support us! You’ll get premium access to all our shows ad free, including early releases and bonus content. You’ll also get our exclusive newsletter, discounts on merch at our store, tickets to our live and virtual events, and more than anything, you’ll be a part of the solution to Canada’s journalism crisis, you’ll be keeping our work free and accessible to everybody. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

While the Canadian mainstream media was reluctant to reveal unverified information, far right outlets and bad actors swarmed to score political points for their anti-trans agenda. Why is Jesse Van Rootselaar’s gender the focus of the online discussion? And how should it fit into the coverage? Mel Woods of Xtra Magazine joins Noor Azrieh. Host: Noor Azrieh Credits: James Nicholson (Producer), Kattie Laur (Associate Producer and Fact Checking), Caleb Thompson (Audio Editor and Technical Producer), max collins (Director of Audio), Jesse Brown (Editor) Guest: Mel Woods Further reading: What we know about the teenager behind the Tumbler Ridge, B.C., mass shooting | CBC NewsDeadly B.C. shooting is one of Canada's worst school shootings | CBC NewsThe Tumbler Ridge shooting is already fuelling anti-trans hate in Canada | Xtra MagazineAt least 43 outlets shared anti-trans misinfo after Charlie Kirk shooting: TJA | Xtra MagazineOLDCORN: Another transgender mass shooter, and no, gun laws aren’t the problemTara Armstrong PostTrans Journalists AssociationTumbler RidgeLinesCurse of Politics Clip Sponsors: Squarespace: Check out Squarespace.com/canadaland for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch use code canadaland to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Fizz: Visit fizz.ca and activate a first plan using the referral code CAN25 to get 25$ off and 10GB of free data. BetterHelp: Visit BetterHelp.com/canadaland today to get 10% off your first month. If you value this podcast, Support us! You’ll get premium access to all our shows ad free, including early releases and bonus content. You’ll also get our exclusive newsletter, discounts on merch at our store, tickets to our live and virtual events, and more than anything, you’ll be a part of the solution to Canada’s journalism crisis, you’ll be keeping our work free and accessible to everybody. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Playing rules-based games at the end of the rules-based order. With the heated rivalry between the US and Canada, athletes speaking out against ICE, and the rupture of old world order in the background, the Olympics are especially political this time around. Where do politics fit into the winter games and how did hockey become a symbol of geopolitical conflict? Rahim Mohamed of the National Post gets “Canada Down” with Noor Azrieh. Host: Noor Azrieh Credits: James Nicholson (Producer), Kattie Laur (Associate producer and Fact Checking), Caleb Thompson (Mixing and Masteringr), max collins (Director of Audio), Jesse Brown (Editor) Guest: Rahim Mohamed Further reading: Trump’s geopolitical tensions spill into the Winter Olympics‘Boots on the Ice’: Hockey and politics are about to collide at the Milan Olympics - The Globe and MailU.S. Olympians speaking up about politics at home face online backlash — including from Trump | CBC SportsWelcome to new cold war as world descends on Italy amid global political chaos | Winter Olympics 2026 | The GuardianAmid rising political tensions, will there be controversy at the Olympics? - National | Globalnews.caOlympic fans are loving the petty commercial battle between Team Canada and Team USA: 'They are so focused on us' - Yahoo News CanadaTate McRae responds to backlash over U.S. Olympics ad: 'Y'all know I'm Canada down' | CBC NewsPaul Brandt removed from Alberta teachers’ convention speaking listPublic Servant Surprised by Voicemail from Doug Ford Suggesting They ‘Get Another Job’ Sponsors: Douglas: Douglas is giving our listeners a FREE Sleep Bundle with each mattress purchase. Get the sheets, pillows, mattress and pillow protectors FREE with your Douglas purchase today. The Free bundle now ALSO includes a down-alternative duvet and cover! Visit douglas.ca/canadaland to claim this offer BetterHelp: Visit BetterHelp.com/canadaland today to get 10% off your first month. Squarespace: Check out Squarespace.com/canadaland for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch use code canadaland to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. If you value this podcast, Support us! You’ll get premium access to all our shows ad free, including early releases and bonus content. You’ll also get our exclusive newsletter, discounts on merch at our store, tickets to our live and virtual events, and more than anything, you’ll be a part of the solution to Canada’s journalism crisis, you’ll be keeping our work free and accessible to everybody. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

NATO is building something new: a Defence, Security and Resilience Bank. Basically a World Bank for war, and Canada wants it. From Toronto to Montreal to Ottawa to Halifax, mayors are campaigning hard, pitching their cities as the future headquarters of a global military finance hub. Thousands of high-paying jobs, direct access to defence capital and a front-row seat to the new security order are all at stake. At the same time, Mark Carney is preparing to unveil his long-awaited Defence Industrial Strategy, a plan to pump billions into Canada’s military sector. After years of defence being politically taboo, hard power is suddenly a growth strategy. So what does that actually mean for the companies building the tech? For the cities fighting to host the bank? And for a country that once prided itself on being defence-averse? Host: Sam Konnert Credits: Aviva Lessard (Senior Producer), Sam Konnert (Host/Producer), Noor Azrieh (Host/Producer), Caleb Thompson (Audio Editor and Technical Producer), Max Collins (Director of Audio), Jesse Brown (Editor), Tony Wang (Artwork) Guests: Sonya Shorey, Mayor Andy Fillmore, Maroy Soraya Martinez Ferrada, Rod Phillips, Councillor Brad Bradford and Sam Witherspoon Background reading: Canada officially endorses leadership role in new defence bank - The Globe and MailLocal Ottawa officials 'frustrated' with Ford over support for Toronto's bid for new defence bank - iPoliticsCanada in the running to headquarter new multinational defence bank - The Globe and Mail Sponsors: Douglas is giving our listeners a FREE Sleep Bundle with each mattress purchase. Get the sheets, pillows, mattress and pillow protectors FREE with your Douglas purchase today at douglas.ca/canadaland Visit fizz.ca to learn more about Fizz mobile and its long list of added-value features. Activate a first plan using the referral code CAN25 to get 25$ off and 10GB of free data. Buy your next car today with CarGurus to make sure your big deal is the best deal. Did you know we have a monthly supporter exclusive show? Last episode, we asked you to call in and share interesting stories happening from across the country and you all delivered, and that episode is out now! If you want to hear that (or if you want to catch up on all the great episodes of Off The Record you’ve missed!) become a supporter at canadaland.com/join. If you value this podcast, Support us! You’ll get premium access to all our shows ad free, including early releases and bonus content. You’ll also get our exclusive newsletter, discounts on merch, tickets to our live and virtual events, and more than anything, you’ll be a part of the solution to Canada’s journalism crisis, you’ll be keeping our work free and accessible to everybody. Can't get enough Canadaland? Follow @Canadaland_Podcasts on Instagram for clips, announcements, explainers and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The government of New Brunswick has released its much-anticipated report on the mysterious neurological illnesses afflicting many in the province. The report doesn’t just aim to identify what’s behind the “cluster” of disease. It’s far more fundamental than that. Its findings raise questions as to whether the disease itself exists. Is it a single disease or a mass misdiagnosis of unrelated illnesses? The physician at the heart of the controversy for much of the last decade, Dr. Alier Marrero, has blasted the report and labelled it as a “shockwave” to himself and his patients. He joins us today. Host: Jesse Brown Credits: Julian Abraham (Reporter), Tristan Capacchione (Audio Editor and Technical Producer), Bruce Thorson (Senior Producer), max collins (Director of Audio), Jesse Brown (Editor and Publisher) Featured Guest: Dr. Allier Marrero Fact checking by Kallan Lyons Additional music by Audio Network More information: The battle over Canada's mystery brain diseaseN.B. report finds herbicides, heavy metals not the cause of 'most' undiagnosed neurological illnesses | CBC NewsN.B. report finds no environmental links to unknown neurological illness in patients - The Globe and MailInvestigation of cases of undiagnosed neurological illness - gnb.ca Sponsors: MUBI: To stream great cinema at home, you can try MUBI free for 30 days at https://mubi.com/canadaland Fizz: Visit https://fizz.ca and activate a first plan using the referral code CAN25 to get 25$ off and 10GB of free data. Article: Article is offering our listeners $50 off your first purchase of $100 or more. To claim, visit https://article.com/canadaland and the discount will be automatically applied at checkout. BetterHelp: Visit https://BetterHelp.com/canadaland today to get 10% off your first month. Can’t get enough Canadaland? Follow @Canadaland_Podcasts on Instagram for clips, announcements, explainers and more. If you value this podcast, support us! You’ll get premium access to all our shows ad free, including early releases and bonus content. You’ll also get our exclusive newsletter, discounts on merch at our store, tickets to our live and virtual events, and more than anything, you’ll be a part of the solution to Canada’s journalism crisis, you’ll be keeping our work free and accessible to everybody. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Poilievre’s landslide victory at his leadership review raises questions about the flurry of coverage about his political demise only months ago. Why was there such a disconnect? With Carney riding high, and Poilievre’s likeability still a concern, Conservatives are betting on the long game (and hoping to avoid a spring election.) Host: Jesse Brown Credits: James Nicholson (Producer), Kattie Laur (Associate Producer and Fact Checking), Caleb Thompson (Mixing and Mastering), max collins (Director of Audio), Jesse Brown (Editor) Guest: Harrison Lowman Further reading: Poilievre clears leadership review with 87% support, following a rousing, campaign-style speechI’m a former senior aide to Stephen Harper. Pierre Poilievre is dismantling the principled, trustworthy Conservative Party we tried to buildWhen a Harper Conservative goes after Pierre Poilievre, you know there’s blood in the waterBraid: Poilievre's team gets ready for epic leadership review fight in CalgaryJohn Ivison: Bad blood has infected Poilievre's Conservatives, and Liberals are loving itThere are many reasons why Pierre Poilievre doesn’t want a spring election. There’s one surprising way he could buy more timeBraid: New-look Pierre Poilievre could be a lot more trouble than the Liberals expectParks Canada planned to delete a heritage website — but one proud Canadian hit 'Save' | CBC NewsHeritage GuideI’m suing Frank Stronach – and yes, I’m in it for the money - The Globe and Mail Sponsors: Douglas: Douglas is giving our listeners a FREE Sleep Bundle with each mattress purchase. Get the sheets, pillows, mattress and pillow protectors FREE with your Douglas purchase today. The Free bundle now ALSO includes a down-alternative duvet and cover! Visit douglas.ca/canadaland to claim this offer. BetterHelp: Visit BetterHelp.com/canadaland today to get 10% off your first month. MUBI: To stream great cinema at home, you can try MUBI free for 30 days at mubi.com/canadaland. Squarespace: Check out Squarespace.com/canadaland for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch use code canadaland to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. If you value this podcast, Support us! You’ll get premium access to all our shows ad free, including early releases and bonus content. You’ll also get our exclusive newsletter, discounts on merch at our store, tickets to our live and virtual events, and more than anything, you’ll be a part of the solution to Canada’s journalism crisis, you’ll be keeping our work free and accessible to everybody. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A lot of the time, local news sucks. It’s important, but it sucks. City council meetings, school board meetings, police board meetings… just plain boring. But every once in a while, there’s a gold mine. But at Canadaland we just don’t have the resources to find these little golden nuggets, these hyper local stories. We’re not on the ground, our audience is national, and we don’t usually get the scoops. So we asked you to call in and let us know all about them. And boy did you deliver, we’ve got everything from throwing shovels at city workers, to Buddhist monks in PEI with alleged ties to the Communist Party of China. Host: Sam Konnert Credits: Tristan Capacchione (Producer), Tony Wang (Executive Producer), max collins (Director of Audio), Jesse Brown (Publisher) Additional music by Audio Network This show is available exclusively to Canadaland supporters. To become one, go to https://canadaland.com/join/. You’ll get premium access to all our shows ad free, including early releases and bonus content. You’ll also get our exclusive newsletter, discounts on merch at our store, tickets to our live and virtual events, and more than anything, you’ll be a part of the solution to Canada’s journalism crisis, you’ll be keeping our work free and accessible to everybody. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Canadian media is calling out companies with ties to ICE, but can it make a difference? Thompson Reuters, Hootsuite, Roschel, and the Jim Pattison Group are among a group of Canadian companies facing criticism for their connection with ICE. Media coverage, petitions, and protests have compelled some of these companies to cut ties with ICE. Canadian politicians are joining in to voice their outrage over what’s happening in Minnesota, but what sort of meaningful impact can we actually have? Host: Jesse Brown Credits: James Nicholson (Producer), Kattie Laur (Associate Producer and Fact Checking), Caleb Thompson (Mixing and Mastering), max collins (Director of Audio), Jesse Brown (Editor) Guest: Harrison Lowman Further reading: Canadian Companies Must Cut Ties with ICE, Say Protesters | The TyeeVancouver social-media company Hootsuite looking to work with ICE to ‘build trust’ - The Globe and MailICE ordering fleet of 20 armoured vehicles from Brampton, Ont., firm | CBC NewsCanada's Stantec and U.S. partner had multimillion-dollar contracts to inspect ICE detention facilities - The LogicThis App Lets ICE Track Vehicles and Owners Across the CountryJim Pattison won't sell U.S. warehouse proposed as new ICE facility | CBC NewsCanada must admit that Trump’s America is not a ‘safe’ place for refugees - The Globe and MailIt is the right time – socially and economically – to scale back extended health benefits for refugees - The Globe and MailWhy is the Carney government rolling out the red carpet for Chinese propaganda media? 150,000 rally in downtown Toronto in solidarity with Iranian protesters | CBC News Sponsors: Fizz: Visit fizz.ca and activate a first plan using the referral code CAN25 to get 25$ off and 10GB of free data. MUBI: To stream great cinema at home, you can try MUBI free for 30 days at mubi.com/canadaland. BetterHelp: Visit BetterHelp.com/canadaland today to get 10% off your first month. Douglas: Douglas is giving our listeners a FREE Sleep Bundle with each mattress purchase. Get the sheets, pillows, mattress and pillow protectors FREE with your Douglas purchase today. Visit douglas.ca/canadaland to claim this offer. If you value this podcast, Support us! You’ll get premium access to all our shows ad free, including early releases and bonus content. You’ll also get our exclusive newsletter, discounts on merch at our store, tickets to our live and virtual events, and more than anything, you’ll be a part of the solution to Canada’s journalism crisis, you’ll be keeping our work free and accessible to everybody. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pierre Poilievre just cruised through his leadership review, but is the party really buying what he’s selling? Noor Azrieh goes inside the Conservative convention in Calgary, from the polished speeches on stage to the simmering anger offstage. Along the way: separatists working the floor, influencers commanding the crowd, and a party trying to sell hope to a base still fuelled by grievance. Host: Noor Azrieh Credits: Aviva Lessard (Senior Producer), Sam Konnert (Host/Producer), Noor Azrieh (Host/Producer), Caleb Thompson (Audio Editor and Technical Producer), Max Collins (Director of Audio) Jesse Brown (Editor), Tony Wang (Artwork) Sponsors: Douglas is giving our listeners a FREE Sleep Bundle with each mattress purchase. Get the sheets, pillows, mattress and pillow protectors FREE with your Douglas purchase today at douglas.ca/canadaland To stream great cinema at home, you can try MUBI free for 30 days at mubi.com/canadaland. Visit fizz.ca to learn more about Fizz mobile and its long list of added-value features and activate a first plan using the referral code CAN25 to get 25$ off and 10GB of free data. We have a monthly supporter exclusive show, Off The Record, where our very own Sam Konnert gets to talk to YOU fine listeners. We asked you to call in and share interesting stories happening from across the country and you all delivered, so make sure to tune into that this Thursday. If you want to hear that (or if you want to catch up on all the great episodes of Off The Record you may have missed!) become a supporter at canadaland.com/join. If you value this podcast, Support us! You’ll get premium access to all our shows ad free, including early releases and bonus content. You’ll also get our exclusive newsletter, discounts on merch, tickets to our live and virtual events, and more than anything, you’ll be a part of the solution to Canada’s journalism crisis, you’ll be keeping our work free and accessible to everybody. Can't get enough Canadaland? Follow @Canadaland_Podcasts on Instagram for clips, announcements, explainers and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is not your traditional true crime story. This is not a whodunnit. It’s more of a howdunnit. That is, it’s a self-defence guide on how to fight back after you’ve been ripped off. Raymond Biesinger is an iconic Canadian illustrator and author of the book, 9 Times My Work Has Been Ripped Off. And he invited Producer Tristan Capacchione to his studio to talk all about his true crime story. Host: Jesse Brown Credits: Tristan Capacchione (Audio Editor and Producer), Bruce Thorson (Senior Producer), max collins (Director of Audio), Jesse Brown (Editor and Publisher) Featured Guest: Raymond Biesinger Special Thanks: Julian Abraham, max collins, and Caleb Thompson (Voicing) Fact checking by Kallan Lyons Additional music by Audio Network More information: Raymond Biesinger9 Times My Work Has Been Ripped OffFLASHBACK : Le portrait psychédélique d’un disparuNon-exclusive licence issued to Raymond BiesingerNon-exclusive licence issued to Productions 2PAR4Please stop stealing my art Sponsors: MUBI: To stream great cinema at home, you can try MUBI free for 30 days at https://mubi.com/canadaland Fizz: Visit https://fizz.ca and activate a first plan using the referral code CAN25 to get 25$ off and 10GB of free data. Article: Article is offering our listeners $50 off your first purchase of $100 or more. To claim, visit https://article.com/canadaland and the discount will be automatically applied at checkout. BetterHelp: Visit https://BetterHelp.com/canadaland today to get 10% off your first month. Can’t get enough Canadaland? Follow @Canadaland_Podcasts on Instagram for clips, announcements, explainers and more. If you value this podcast, support us! You’ll get premium access to all our shows ad free, including early releases and bonus content. You’ll also get our exclusive newsletter, discounts on merch at our store, tickets to our live and virtual events, and more than anything, you’ll be a part of the solution to Canada’s journalism crisis, you’ll be keeping our work free and accessible to everybody. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Carney’s deal with China is pissing off Trump, but it’s exactly the sort of leverage Canada needs for the upcoming CUSMA negotiations. It’s more than just EVs and canola, and it’s more than a return to our previous trade arrangements with China. Carney’s deal signals how Canada intends to navigate the so-called “new world order.” But, with Xi Jinping purging his top generals, is China really as “predictable” as Carney suggests? Host: Jesse Brown Credits: James Nicholson (Producer), Kattie Laur (Associate producer and Fact Checking) Caleb Thompson (Mixing and Mastering), max collins (Director of Audio), Jesse Brown (Editor) Guest: Jan Wong Further reading: Preliminary Agreement-In-Principle to Address Economic and Trade Issues between Canada and the People's Republic of ChinaNo plans for China free trade deal, Carney says as Trump fixates on Canada | CBC NewsCanada wants to be 1st in North America to build EV with Chinese knowledge: senior official | CBC NewsChina dropping ban on Canadian beef may boost industry resilience, analysts say - The Globe and MailIs Carney’s China deal a misstep or master stroke? | National PostChina’s Zijin Gold to acquire Canadian miner Allied Gold in $5.5-billion deal - The Globe and MailXi Jinping has dismissed two of China’s most senior generals. What does this mean?Las Vegas casino owner offers to take Canadian dollars on par with U.S. currencyThe Liberals’ unacceptable Charter breach - The Globe and Mail Sponsors: Fizz: Visit fizz.ca and activate a first plan using the referral code CAN25 to get 25$ off and 10GB of free data. Douglas: Douglas is giving our listeners a FREE Sleep Bundle with each mattress purchase. Get the sheets, pillows, mattress and pillow protectors FREE with your Douglas purchase today. Visit douglas.ca/canadaland to claim this offer. MUBI: To stream great cinema at home, you can try MUBI free for 30 days at mubi.com/canadaland. If you value this podcast, Support us! You’ll get premium access to all our shows ad free, including early releases and bonus content. You’ll also get our exclusive newsletter, discounts on merch at our store, tickets to our live and virtual events, and more than anything, you’ll be a part of the solution to Canada’s journalism crisis, you’ll be keeping our work free and accessible to everybody. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Carney’s speech made headlines around the world and positions Canada as a global thought leader. Why did it capture so much international attention, and will Carney’s Davos kudos benefit Canada in the long run? Jan Wong joins to unpack Carney’s rhetorical triumph and to dish on Margaret Atwood’s lunch beef 30 years later. Host: Jesse Brown Credits: James Nicholson (Producer), Kattie Laur (Associate producer and Fact Checking) Caleb Thompson (Mixing and Mastering), max collins (Director of Audio), Jesse Brown (Editor) Guest: Jan Wong Call in to Off The Record on Thursday, January 29 from 4:30pm to 6:30pm EST by going to callinstudio.com/show/canadaland or dialing in at 888-401-7056 Further reading: Carney's Davos speech draws reaction from around the world | CBC NewsMark Carney's Davos speech: Reaction from BBC, NYT, Rolling StoneMark Carney’s Davos speech is a ‘manifesto of free people.’ Here’s what else the world is sayingAs the world inches back to a pre-WW2 order, the 'middle powers' face a grave new challengeNew Zealand is fiddling while the world ruptures. We need to listen to Mark Carney - Steve Maharey‘A rupture, not a transition’: The Davos bombshell that Australia can’t ignoreCarney makes clear the world’s choice - The Japan TimesTime for Western middle powers to wake up - Opinion - Chinadaily.com.cnMichael Taube: I'm a speechwriter. Carney did better than Trudeau at Davos. But that's a low barPierre Poilievre: Carney's Davos speech highlights that it is Liberal rhetoric that doesn't match realityMargaret Atwood can read your palm and holds a grudgeFederal Conservatives trade journalists for partisan cheerleaders | Canada's National Observer: Climate News Sponsors: Squarespace: Check out Squarespace.com/canadaland for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch use code canadaland to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. MUBI: To stream great cinema at home, you can try MUBI free for 30 days at mubi.com/canadaland. BetterHelp: Visit BetterHelp.com/canadaland today to get 10% off your first month. If you value this podcast, Support us! You’ll get premium access to all our shows ad free, including early releases and bonus content. You’ll also get our exclusive newsletter, discounts on merch at our store, tickets to our live and virtual events, and more than anything, you’ll be a part of the solution to Canada’s journalism crisis, you’ll be keeping our work free and accessible to everybody. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We’re back in the middle of another Donald Trump tariff tantrum—this time over Canada’s trade relationship with China. And yet, for a brief moment, it felt like Canada was riding high on the world stage, with Mark Carney holding court in Davos at the World Economic Forum. So… which version of Canada is real right now? The confident global player, or the country once again bracing for Trump’s mood swings? Host Noor Azrieh puts that question to New York Times Canada Bureau Chief Matina Stevis-Gridneff, before turning to Ottawa reporter Sam Konnert to take us inside Parliament’s long-awaited return. Host: Noor Azrieh Credits: Aviva Lessard (Senior Producer), Sam Konnert (Host/Producer), Noor Azrieh (Host/Producer), Caleb Thompson (Audio Editor and Technical Producer), Max Collins (Director of Audio) Jesse Brown (Editor), Tony Wang (Artwork) Guests: Matina Stevis-Gridneff Background reading: Trump Calls Out Mark Carney in Davos Speech and Says Canada ‘Should Be Grateful’Opinion | Trump Just Proved Mark Carney’s Point5 things to know about Canada being disinvited from Trump's 'Board of Peace'Some Canadians will get GST credit top up to tackle grocery costs: Carney Sponsors: To stream great cinema at home, you can try MUBI free for 30 days at mubi.com/canadaland. Visit fizz.ca to learn more about Fizz mobile and its long list of added-value features, and activate a first plan using the referral code CAN25 to get 25$ off and 10GB of free data. If you value this podcast, Support us! You’ll get premium access to all our shows ad free, including early releases and bonus content. You’ll also get our exclusive newsletter, discounts on merch, tickets to our live and virtual events, and more than anything, you’ll be a part of the solution to Canada’s journalism crisis, you’ll be keeping our work free and accessible to everybody. On the next episode of Off The Record, we’re getting LOCAL. Canadaland's news focus is largely national and provincial: local news just isn't our wheelhouse. But we know there are tons of interesting stories happening in neighbourhoods and small towns all across this country. So: What’s the gossip in your community’s Facebook group? What’s the heated discussion in your city or town’s subreddit? What’s the local gossip? Call in and let us know on Thursday, January 29 from 4:30pm to 6:30pm EST by going to callinstudio.com/show/canadaland or dialing in at 888-401-7056 when the time comes, so mark your calendars! If you want to hear that (or if you want to catch up on all the great episodes of Off The Record you’ve missed!) become a supporter at canadaland.com/join or call in on Jan 29 and we’ll give you a free month of Canadaland premium. Can't get enough Canadaland? Follow @Canadaland_Podcasts on Instagram for clips, announcements, explainers and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A criminal gang driving around Toronto in stolen vehicles, impersonating police officers, sexually assaulting women, hate-motivated, and connected to ISIS. It was a shocking, sensational, frightening news story. And chances are you didn’t hear about it. Why? To answer that question we’re joined today by Ellin Bessner. She has worked for CBC, CTV, covered wars in Africa and Kosovo, and most recently she’s a reporter at the Canadian Jewish News. Host: Jesse Brown Credits: Tristan Capacchione (Audio Editor and Technical Producer), Bruce Thorson (Senior Producer), max collins (Director of Audio), Jesse Brown (Editor and Publisher) Featured Guest: Ellin Bessner Fact checking by Kallan Lyons Additional music by Audio Network More information: Project Neapolitan News ReleaseWe watched Al-Quds Day in Toronto. Here’s what we heardThree men accused of hunting women and Jews on Toronto streets as part of hate plot Off The Record Call-in show information: We’re doing ANOTHER call-In show: What’s the big story in your local community? Canadaland's news focus is largely national and provincial. Occasionally we'll talk about something happening in a specific city or town, but local news just isn't our wheelhouse. But there are tons of interesting stories happening in small towns across this country. What's the gossip on your community's Facebook Group? What's the heated discussion on your local subreddit. The call-in period will be this Thursday, January 29th, 4:30-6:30 PM ET. When the time comes, head over to https://callinstudio.com/show/canadaland. You can also dial in at 1-888-401-7056. Sponsors: Douglas: Douglas is giving our listeners a FREE Sleep Bundle with each mattress purchase. Get the sheets, pillows, mattress and pillow protectors FREE with your Douglas purchase today. Visit https://douglas.ca/canadaland to claim this offer. MUBI: To stream great cinema at home, you can try MUBI free for 30 days at https://mubi.com/canadaland Article: Article is offering our listeners $50 off your first purchase of $100 or more. To claim, visit https://article.com/canadaland and the discount will be automatically applied at checkout. BetterHelp: Visit https://BetterHelp.com/canadaland today to get 10% off your first month. Can’t get enough Canadaland? Follow @Canadaland_Podcasts on Instagram for clips, announcements, explainers and more. If you value this podcast, support us! You’ll get premium access to all our shows ad free, including early releases and bonus content. You’ll also get our exclusive newsletter, discounts on merch at our store, tickets to our live and virtual events, and more than anything, you’ll be a part of the solution to Canada’s journalism crisis, you’ll be keeping our work free and accessible to everybody. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alberta separatists are rallying to collect signatures to call a referendum. Meanwhile, with Francois Legault’s resignation, and the separatist Parti Quebecois leading in opinion polls, a referendum is once again a real possibility in Quebec Are Alberta and Quebec’s separatist movements a real threat to the unity of Canada? Plus, police officers charged in Manitoba, and fact-checking oil industry spin on CANADALAND. Host: San Grewal Credits: James Nicholson (Producer), Kattie Laur (Associate Producer and Fact Checking) Caleb Thompson (Mixing and Mastering), max collins (Director of Audio), Jesse Brown (Editor) Guest: Max Fawcett Further reading: New poll suggests one in five Albertans would vote to separate | CBC NewsWhat Alberta separatist leaders are telling supporters at secession petition eventsAlberta's independence movement is a global rarity: right-wing separatistsHas Separatism Gone Mainstream in Alberta? | The TyeeMost Quebecers Oppose Sovereignty. Even More Reject Another Referendum | The Walrus30 years after cliffhanger vote, Quebec separatists voice hope for independenceAlberta, Quebec referendums likely would fail due to Canadians' anxiety: pollster#1294 Oil For DummiesFUEL FOR THOUGHT: OPEC rails against peak oil demand threats, but its own investments bear watching | S&P GlobalGlobal oil demand won't peak until 2032, Wood Mackenzie report says | ReutersJunior officer charged alongside disgraced Winnipeg constable pleads guilty | CBC News Sponsors: MUBI: To stream great cinema at home, you can try MUBI free for 30 days at mubi.com/canadaland. Fizz: Visit fizz.ca and activate a first plan using the referral code CAN25 to get 25$ off and 10GB of free data. Squarespace: Check out Squarespace.com/canadaland for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch use code canadaland to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. If you value this podcast, Support us! You’ll get premium access to all our shows ad free, including early releases and bonus content. You’ll also get our exclusive newsletter, discounts on merch at our store, tickets to our live and virtual events, and more than anything, you’ll be a part of the solution to Canada’s journalism crisis, you’ll be keeping our work free and accessible to everybody. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As Trump’s threats of taking Greenland intensify, world leaders are in Davos for the World Economic Forum. It’s been a busy week for Mark Carney, following up diplomatic visits to China and Qatar with a landmark speech at the WEF that lays bare the unravelling of the global order. Plus, allegations of “crying rooms” at the CBC and the one year anniversary of DOGE. Host: San Grewal Credits: James Nicholson (Producer), Kattie Laur (Associate producer and Fact Checking), max collins (Director of Audio), Jesse Brown (Editor) Guest: Max Fawcett Additional music by Audio Network Further reading: PM Mark Carney speaks at World Economic Forum in Davos – January 20, 2026'The old order is not coming back,' Carney says in provocative speech at Davos | CBC NewsMark Carney just shook up the world | Canada's National ObserverCarney weighs sending soldiers to Greenland for military exercises with NATO allies: sources | CBC NewsEurope condemns Trump’s ‘new colonialism’ as Greenland crisis grows | European Union | The GuardianHere's what you need to know about the Canada-China deal on EVs and canola | CBC NewsCarney cautious about Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’ invitation as Champagne rules out $1-billion payment - The Globe and MailHow Did DOGE Disrupt So Much While Saving So Little? - The New York TimesCBC News further expands local journalism, bureausFormer CBC human resources employee sues over workplace so toxic staff were given a 'crying room' Sponsors: Douglas: Douglas is giving our listeners a FREE Sleep Bundle with each mattress purchase. Get the sheets, pillows, mattress and pillow protectors FREE with your Douglas purchase today. Visit douglas.ca/canadaland to claim this offer. Fizz: Visit fizz.ca and activate a first plan using the referral code CAN25 to get 25$ off and 10GB of free data. BetterHelp: Visit BetterHelp.com/canadaland today to get 10% off your first month. If you value this podcast, Support us! You’ll get premium access to all our shows ad free, including early releases and bonus content. You’ll also get our exclusive newsletter, discounts on merch at our store, tickets to our live and virtual events, and more than anything, you’ll be a part of the solution to Canada’s journalism crisis, you’ll be keeping our work free and accessible to everybody. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When the Liberals announced the national gun buyback program in 2019, it was supposed to be a simple and clear choice. A popular policy that made for an easy political win. 6 years later, it's looking more like the gun buyback program backfired on the Liberals. How did we get here? PLUS - All eyes on Greenland as Trump threatens to take control. Host: Noor Azrieh Credits: Aviva Lessard (Senior Producer), Sam Konnert (Host/Producer), Noor Azrieh (Host/Producer), Caleb Thompson (Audio Editor and Technical Producer), Max Collins (Director of Audio) Jesse Brown (Editor), Tony Wang (Artwork) Guests: Noah Schwartz Background reading: Ottawa unveils next steps in its national gun buyback program. Here are the detailsNoah Schwartz: Liberals' botched gun buyback program may create a dangerous ‘grey market’Carney weighs sending soldiers to Greenland for military exercises with NATO allies: sources Sponsors: Douglas is giving our listeners a FREE Sleep Bundle with each mattress purchase. Get the sheets, pillows, mattress and pillow protectors FREE with your Douglas purchase today at douglas.ca/canadaland To stream great cinema at home, you can try MUBI free for 30 days at mubi.com/canadaland. And did you know we have a monthly supporter exclusive show? Last episode, we spoke to both listeners and staff about our fears in 2025 and our hopes going into the year ahead. On the next episode of Off The Record, we’re getting LOCAL. Canadaland's news focus is largely national and provincial: local news just isn't our wheelhouse. But we know there are tons of interesting stories happening in neighbourhoods and small towns all across this country. So: What’s the gossip in your community’s Facebook group? What’s the heated discussion in your city or town’s subreddit? What’s the local gossip? Call in and let us know on Thursday, January 29 from 4:30pm to 6:30pm EST by going to callinstudio.com/show/canadaland or dialing in at 888-401-7056 when the time comes, so mark your calendars! If you want to hear that (or if you want to catch up on all the great episodes of Off The Record you’ve missed!) become a supporter at canadaland.com/join or call in on January 29 from 4:30pm to 6:30pm EST and we’ll give you a free month of Canadaland premium. Can't get enough Canadaland? Follow @Canadaland_Podcasts on Instagram for clips, announcements, explainers and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.