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A new Netflix documentary documents the violent life and death of John McAfee, a silicon valley magnate who became a murder suspect and the target of an international manhunt. But ten years after it all went down, do we actually know what happened? Rocco Castoro was the young editor in chief of VICE News who embedded with McAfee during his wild run from the law. He tries to set the record straight, and clear his own reputation. Links: Running With The Devil (Netflix) https://www.netflix.com/tudum/articles/who-is-john-mcafee-running-with-the-devil‘This is really shady and low’: Netflix’s John McAfee documentary attacked by people who appeared in it https://www.marketwatch.com/story/this-is-really-shady-and-low-netflixs-john-mcafee-documentary-attacked-by-those-who-appeared-in-it-11661943486The Knows - Rocco Castoro's news site  https://www.theknows.net/Support Canadaland at canadaland.com/join Sponsors: oxio, BCGEU, Freshbooks Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

An on-the-ground account of what it has been like to cover the Saskatchewan stabbing spree. And the end of Kiwi Farms after a Canadian Twitch streamer was swatted in London, Ontario. Zak Vescera co-hosts. Links:National Post Opinion piece re: RCMP response to stabbingToronto Sun Opinion piece re: Progressive theories driving criminal justiceGlobe and Mail piece re: RCMP reformGlobal News piece re: RCMP Alert systemCBC piece re: Saskatchewan social serviceSponsors: BCGEU, Rotman Executive Programs, Squarespace Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Squirrel toupee guy, Bobby from Bobby versus Satan, cabbage head, the little guy who picks fights at the bar and won’t stay down, or the flying pig. These are just some of the memorable characters that Bruce McCulloch portrayed on Kids in the Hall. This week we chat with Bruce about the beginning of Kids in the Hall from the gritty streets of Edmonton to the state of Canadian comedy, the CBC, TallBoyz, working with Lorne Michael.Some of our favourite Bruce McCulloch Sketches:Painting a chairDrunk dad adviceCabbage headBobby versus SatanBar FightThirty Helen’s AgreeSupport Canadaland at canadaland.com/join Sponsors: oxio, BCGEU, Freshbooks Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Lisa LaFlamme story continues to smolder in the headlines. And Canada turns into a denunciation nation when it comes to weighing in on Chrystia Freeland's verbal attack. Priya Sam co-hosts. Links:Globe and Mail piece re: Open letter in support of LaFlammeGlobe and Mail piece re: Bell Media Formal Review ProcessNational Observer piece re: NAJA barring the New York Times from its conferencePitchfork piece re: Allegations against Arcade Fire's Win ButlerSponsors: BCGEU, Hover, HelloFresh Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After we turn off our microphones, here at CANADALAND, it would be great to think we brought you the definitive version of the story. But what actually happens is that life keeps on rolling and stories continue to add new chapters. Three stories CANADALAND originally brought you in 2021 and 2022 demanded that we publish an update.First, the latest from the two communities that might soon be home to all of Canada's high-grade nuclear waste. Second, we check in on Ari Ben-Menashe and what the international lobbyist-for-hire has been up to since he began repping Myanmar's military junta in 2021. And lastly, we bring you an update on Starbucks' unionization that is more of a mea culpa than a new development but adds to the story we originally told you all the same. Support Canadaland at canadaland.com/joinSponsors: oxio, BCGEU, FreshbooksSupport CANADALAND: https://canadaland.com/joinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The remaining staff at Toronto’s NOW Magazine haven’t gotten a regular paycheque in months. But as the beloved alt-weekly disintegrated around them, they kept on putting out issues. Norm Wilner, who spent 14 years as NOW’s film writer, joins former colleague Jonathan Goldsbie on Short Cuts to consider the slow decay of a publication that served as the city’s internet, before the internet was a thing. They also look at the Toronto Star’s successful battle to overturn a strange publication ban masking the identity of an upper-crust private school.Links:Radheyan Simonpillai’s thread about the final NOW mastheadThe (likely) final print issue of NOWToronto Star story from earlier this year about NOW’s demiseToronto Star story about lawsuit against Upper Canada CollegeOntario Court of Appeal decision in P1 v. XYZ SchoolSponsors: Douglas, Squarespace, BC General Employees’ UnionSupport CANADALAND: https://canadaland.com/joinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dozens of people in New Brunswick have reported mysterious neurological symptoms over the past two years. People as young as 18 are experiencing full-blown dementia. Is there a single cause for these reported illnesses? The government has previously said they believed there was. Now, they have said there is no single cause. This week, we revisit a mystery we originally told you in January 2022. Featured in this episode: Leyland Cecco, the Guardian's Canadian correspondent; Stacie Quigley Cormier, step mother of Gabrielle Cormier who began experiencing dementia-type symptoms at the age of 20.Further reading:Whistleblower warns baffling illness affects growing number of young adults in Canadian province, Leyland Cecco, The GuardianNo longer a sure thing: Records show how N.B. investigation into mystery illness changed over time, CBC NewsSupport Canadaland at canadaland.com/joinSponsors: Rotman Executive Programs, oxioAdditional Music is by Audio Network.Support CANADALAND: https://canadaland.com/joinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What's really behind Lisa LaFlamme's abrupt departure from CTV National News? And John Derringer's years of alleged workplace abuse at Toronto's Q107 and the straw that broke the camel's back for ending his show. Teri Hart co-hosts. Links:Lisa LaFlamme's video on TwitterThe Hill Times piece re: journalists receiving online hateThe Toronto Star's piece re: allegations against DerringerJennifer Valentyne's videoJacqui Delaney's interview on Toronto Mike'dSponsors: oxio, Squarespace, HoverSupport CANADALAND: https://canadaland.com/joinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cities and cars and a climate crisis, oh my! For the past 70 years, urban design in Canada has been centred around the car. Cities have started making changes, but are they doing enough to meet Canada’s climate goals?Featured in this episode: Dr. Edda Bild, postdoctoral fellow at McGill University and lead soundscape researcher for Sounds in the City. Jason Slaughter, creator of the YouTube channel Not Just Bikes. Brent Toderian, city planner and urbanist at TODERIAN UrbanWORKS.Links:Sounds in the City websiteNot Just Bikes YouTube Channel“The Power of Parking” paperSupport Canadaland at canadaland.com/joinSponsors: oxio, ArticleAdditional Music is by Audio NetworkCorrection: A previous edition said that British Columbia was the only province to offer rebates on electric bikes. In fact, BC, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, and the Yukon offer rebates on the purchase of electric bikes.We regret the error. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Avertissement : contenu lié aux pensionnats et à la colonisationLa visite du pape pour la présentation d’excuses aux peuples autochtones a provoqué diverses réflexions autour de l’histoire du catholicisme au Québec. Puis quelle est la conversation autour de la violence armée au Canada ? Emilie Nicolas anime cet épisode de Détours avec Christopher Curtis.Content warning : residential schools and colonizationEnglish: The Pope's visit to apologize to Indigenous peoples provoked various reflections on the history of Catholicism in Quebec. And how is the media talking about gun violence in Canada? Emilie Nicolas hosts this episode of Détours with Christopher Curtis. Liens : Archive Radio-Canada : Visite du pape en 1984La démesure langagière du pape François par Joseph FacalTweet Guy A. LepageTweet Jean-François LiséeLa fille sur la photo par Rima ElkouriTuerie en N.-É. : impression d’ingérence politiqueValérie Plante réagit aux incidents de violence arméeLa police : plus une solution qu'un problème par Joseph FacalCommanditaire : OxioSoutenir CANADALAND : https://canadaland.com/joinVisitez Omny Studio pour des informations autour de la confidentialité.Support CANADALAND: https://canadaland.com/joinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How many ways must healthcare break down before you can call it “collapsed”? And how can journalists be better supported when they receive threatening hate mail? Moira Wyton co-hosts with Jonathan Goldsbie.Links:CBC piece re: 'unprecedented' strain on health careGlobal news piece re: not unprecedented health care systemToronto Sun Opinion piece Brian LilleyGlobe and Mail piece re: BC researchers excluded from drug decriminalization reviewCAJ's Poisoned Well reportThe musical Tell Tale HarbourSponsors: Douglas, SquarespaceSupport CANADALAND: https://canadaland.com/joinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jesse Brown might think himself quite the question master, but today the tables have turned and our guest host, the Jonathan Torrens, investigates the inner workings of this show's host. Is it possible to be too cynical? Featured in this episode: Jonathan Torrens, actor, performer and writer best known for his beef with Jesse Brown and hosting shows like Street Cents, Jonovision and his role in Trailer Park Boys; Jesse Brown, early guest on Jonovision (and, I guess, the publisher of the Canadaland podcast network).Past relevant episodes:Canadaland episode 281: Trolling Jonathan TorrensCanadaland episode 2: Millionaire Ex-girlfriendCanadaland episode 58: An Interview With My Harshest CriticSupport Canadaland at canadaland.com/joinSponsors: oxio, Rotman, Freshbooks, HoverSupport CANADALAND: https://canadaland.com/joinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The dam has broken on hockey's toxic culture. And a new BC Supreme Court ruling threatens confidential sources. Laura Robinson co-hosts.Links:Globe and Mail piece re: victim coming forwardCBC piece re: Alleged sexual assault in St. John'sBiv piece re: BC Supreme Court ruling on confidentialitySponsors: Douglas, Squarespace, oxio Support CANADALAND: https://canadaland.com/joinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jody Porter worked for CBC in Thunder Bay for more than two decades. Her work on the injustices faced by Indigenous people in Northwestern Ontario from Grassy Narrows to Thunder Bay was cited in many hearings and reports including the Truth and Reconciliation Commission. And yet, she viewed her work with a very critical lens toward the end of her life after she was diagnosed with ovarian cancer.In July, Jody succumbed to cancer and died at the age of 50. We are re-airing a conversation Jesse had with Jody in November 2020 during the Brayden Bushby trial.Featured in this episode: Jody Porter, senior reporter at CBC NewsFurther reading:CBC journalist Jody Porter remembered for her compassionate storytelling, commitment to truth, CBC NewsPathfinding, Jody Porter, MaisonneuveRacism killed Barbara Kentner, says Thunder Bay group rallying outside trial of man accused of killing her, Jody Porter, CBC NewsSupport Canadaland at canadaland.com/joinSponsors: oxio, Article, HelloFreshSupport CANADALAND: https://canadaland.com/joinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The media actually did a pretty good job of covering the Pope's apology. And Wendy Mesley's re-branding as a woman of ill repute. Karyn Pugliese co-hosts.Links:Canada's National Observer piece by Thaiorénióhté Dan David re: Papal apologyCanada's National Observer piece by Matteo Cimellaro re: Papal apologyGlobe and Mail Opinion piece by Tanya Talaga re: Papal apologyThe Tyee piece by Cindy Blackstock re: sexual abuseAPTN investigation re: French priestNational Post piece re: Wendy MesleySponsors: oxio, Rotman, Douglas, Squarespace, CalmSupport CANADALAND: https://canadaland.com/join Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

So many people encounter injustice and accept it as the way things are. Others refuse to accept the status quo and will not rest until those injustices are done away with. Cindy Blackstock is one of the latter. This is the story of how her work resulted in the largest financial compensation settlement the Canadian government has ever made because of the systemic neglect of First Nations' children in the child welfare system over the course of decades. A report from Danielle Paradis.Featured in this episode: Cindy Blackstock, executive director of the First Nations Child and Family Caring Society of Canada; Alanis Obomsawin, documentarian.Further reading:Canada signs $20B compensation agreement on First Nations child welfare, Canadian PressAlanis Obomsawin documents Cindy Blackstock's fight for equality for Aboriginal children, CBC RadioSupport Canadaland at canadaland.com/joinSponsors: Douglas, CFUV, Freshbooks, HoverAdditional Music is by Audio NetworkSupport CANADALAND: https://canadaland.com/joinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our changing perception of the Nova Scotia mass shooter's partner Lisa Banfield. And thwarting the apocalypse through journalism. Sarah Lawrynuik co-hosts. Links:Halifax Examiner piece re: The witchification of Lisa BanfieldGlobe and Mail Opinion piece re: Lisa BanfieldCBC piece re: European heat waveJ Source article by Sarah on reporting on extreme weatherSponsors: Douglas, Squarespace, oxioSupport CANADALAND: https://canadaland.com/joinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When a CBC host used the N-word in pre-production meetings, she was taken off the air. When the French arm of the public broadcaster, Radio-Canada, had a program just months later where the N-word was used four times in both languages, the broadcaster dismissed charges that there was anything wrong with the program. That is, until the CRTC stepped in and said an apology was in order. Why two different responses at the same company in two languages? And why does the 1968 book by Pierre Vallières always seem to be at the heart of the controversy?Featured in this episode: Emilie Nicolas, host of Canadaland's French-language show Détours and columnist at Le DevoirFurther reading:Diversity and inclusion: malaise within CBC/Radio-Canada, Le DevoirRadio-Canada to appeal CRTC N-word decision and apologize to complainant, Canadian PressRadio-Canada personalities urge broadcaster to fight CRTC N-word decision, Radio CanadaSupport Canadaland at canadaland.com/joinSponsors: oxio, CFUV, Calm, Article, HoverSupport CANADALAND: https://canadaland.com/joinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Three telecoms in a trench coat and other Canadian oligopolies. And we need a new playbook when it comes to engaging with Pierre Poilievre. Vass Bednar co-hostsLinks:CBC piece re: Rogers outage and the need for greater oversightToronto Star piece re: Supermarket price hikesNational Observer piece re: Trudeau greeted by throngs of admirersTyee piece re: The Forever Plague and the responseSlate article re: The Forever PlagueGlobal piece re: Pierre PoilievreSponsors: Douglas, SquarespaceSupport CANADALAND: https://canadaland.com/joinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Patrick Brown was disqualified from the Conservative Leadership race. He's denied allegations filed by a whistleblower that he was knowingly mismanaging how campaign staff were being paid. He's vowed to appeal the disqualification decision. But in the meantime, what would this move mean for Canadian politics? Does it mean a Pierre Poilievre coronation?Canadians are known for voting parties out of office, not into office. Which means after the Liberals have been in power for seven years and we're looking to be on the cusp of a recession, the person who leads the Conservative party next could easily be Canada's next prime minister.Featured in this episode: Jen Gerson, co-founder of The Line.Further reading:Conservative Party tried to bring Brown into compliance with election laws and failed: leadership chair, CBC NewsPatrick Brown says he will appeal disqualification from Conservative leadership race, CP24Brown booted from CPC leadership as drama takes centre stage, Brian Lilley, Toronto SunPatrick Brown, disqualified from CPC race, facing Brampton mayoral troubles as well, Canadian PressSupport Canadaland at canadaland.com/joinSponsors: Douglas, Freshbooks, CalmSupport CANADALAND: https://canadaland.com/joinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Plus d’une cinquantaine de têtes d’affiches de Radio-Canada contestent la décision du CRTC concernant l’utilisation du ‘mot en n’ sur l’émission radiophonique Le 15-18 en août 2020. Puis dans le climat politique actuel, quelle est la conversation autour des fêtes nationales dans les médias ? Emilie Nicolas anime cet épisode de Détours avec Vanessa Destiné.English: More than 50 well-established Radio-Canada employees disagree with the CRTC's decision regarding the use of the 'n-word' on the radio show Le 15-18 in August 2020. And considering the current political climate, what does the media conversation surrounding national holidays look like? Emilie Nicolas hosts this episode of Détours with Vanessa Destiné. Liens : Alain Gravel sur Puisqu'il faut se leverChronique d'Isabelle Hachey sur Verushka Lieutenant-DuvalVanessa Destiné dans Le DevoirLettre des têtes d'affiches de Radio-CanadaDossier du New York Times sur l'HaïtiCommanditaire : OxioSoutenir CANADALAND : https://canadaland.com/joinVisitez Omny Studio pour des informations autour de la confidentialité.Support CANADALAND: https://canadaland.com/joinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A Supreme Court decision that hasn't gotten much attention in Canada. And the National Post is calling for an end to the bullying of reporters, meanwhile its own columnists are attacking their own. Jan Wong co-hosts.Links:Globe and Mail Opinion piece by Elizabeth SheehyGlobe and Mail Opinion piece by Frank Addario and Matthew GourlayGlobe and Mail obituary of Irving AbellaNational Post piece from the Editor in ChiefSponsors: Douglas, Squarespace, oxio, HelloFreshSupport CANADALAND: https://canadaland.com/joinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Raging wildfires are now a normal part of summertime in Canada. Climate change comes at you fast, but the impact of these fires is far from equal across different regions. Those most likely to have to flee their homes are Indigenous people, and this disproportionate risk is only growing. The number of evacuees from First Nation reserves doubled over the last decade. Producer Sarah Lawrynuik travels to a remote Manitoba community to look at what fire has done to one community, and examines the implications for tens of thousands of other people in the years to come.Further Reading:Social science research on Indigenous wildfire management in the 21st century and future research needs (Amy Cardinal Christianson) – https://www.publish.csiro.au/WF/pdf/WF13048Indigenous fire teams in Sask. aim for bigger role after B.C. blazes – https://thestarphoenix.com/news/local-news/indigenous-fire-teams-in-sask-aim-for-bigger-role-after-b-c-blazesU of S prof studies impact of fire evacuations on First Nations (2015) – https://www.ckom.com/2015/07/17/u-of-s-prof-studies-impact-of-fire-evacuations-on-first-nations/From the Ashes: Reimagining Fire Safety and Emergency Management in Indigenous Communities: https://www.ourcommons.ca/Content/Committee/421/INAN/Reports/RP9990811/inanrp15/inanrp15-e.pdfThe art of fire: reviving the Indigenous craft of cultural burning: https://thenarwhal.ca/indigenous-cultural-burning/Support us here: https://canadaland.com/joinSponsors: Oxio, Hover, ArticleAdditional music by Audio NetworkSupport CANADALAND: https://canadaland.com/joinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In covering the end of widespread reproductive freedom in the United States, the CBC goes the both-sides route. At what point should something be considered a human-rights issue and no longer subject to debate?And the Convoy — or at least something similar — is set to rematerialize in Ottawa. What has the media learned since last time, and are we any closer to putting our finger on a diffuse movement that’s very different to different people? Jonathan Goldsbie fills in for Jesse and Rachel Cairns co-hosts. Links:CBC's the Current segment re: Roe v. WadeDr. Jennifer Gunter Tweet re: appearance on CBCStephanie Gray Google TalkMPP Bhutila Karpoche Tweet re: EvictionsJonathan Goldsbie's Tweet re: Toronto CouncilorThe Conversation piece re: Roe v. WadeNational Post piece re: Freedom ConvoyVice piece re: Freedom ConvoyThe Tyee piece re: Freedom ConvoySponsors: oxio, calm, SquarespaceSupport CANADALAND: https://canadaland.com/join Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Universities across Alberta have experienced huge funding cuts over the last three years. Come fall, students will be paying for that with huge tuition increases (some as high as 104%). But these changes are bigger than just dollars and cents, they beg the question: What is the point of getting a post-secondary education?Freelance journalist Oumar Salifou reports on the impacts seen in Alberta and host Jesse Brown interviews Alberta's minister of higher education. Featured in this episode: Anita Cardinal, law student at the University of Alberta; Reginald Wiebe, assistant professor of English at Concordia University of Edmonton; Dave Lamont, a caretaker at the University of Calgary; Brenda Austin-Smith, president of the Canadian Association of University Teachers; Demetrios Nicolaides, Alberta's minister of higher education Further reading:Some Alberta post-secondary institutions left relatively unscathed while U of A funds slashed, new data shows, CBC NewsPost-secondary students grapple with increased tuitions as a result of provincial funding cuts to education, The Globe and MailBudget 2021: Post-secondary sees further cuts, 750 job losses, The Calgary Herald'A turning point:' After years of cuts, Alberta budget signals growth for U of A, The Edmonton JournalAlberta universities voice mixed feelings about budget 2022, Global NewsSupport Canadaland at canadaland.com/joinSponsors: Douglas, oxio, ShopifyAdditional Music is by Audio NetworkSupport CANADALAND: https://canadaland.com/join Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A scandal in Canada's sacred sport. And can journalists do more to unpack the crypto craze and crash? Emilie Nicolas fills in for Jesse and Julian McKenzie co-hosts. Links:TSN piece re: Hockey Canada CBC story re: freezing Hockey Canada AssetsRick Westhead interview with Kyle BeachLA Time piece re: Amy KaufmanGlobe and Mail piece re: bitcoinSponsors: Douglas, Squarespace, oxio, FreshbooksSupport CANADALAND: https://canadaland.com/joinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A Canadian scientist wanted to demonstrate how he could use DNA barcoding to distinguish between different strains of cannabis; a pretty valuable thing to be able to do during the weed marketing gold rush.To prove it, he just took a graph of U.S. arrest data, changed the title, and said 'here, here's my evidence.'He did a lot more than that. And it might have all gone unnoticed, if not for some meddlesome researchers. Senior producer Sarah Lawrynuik gets into it.Featured in this episode: Charles Piller, investigative journalist for Science Magazine; Ken Thompson, post-doctoral fellow at Stanford University; Paul Hebert, director of the University of Guelph's Centre for Biodiversity GenomicsFurther reading:Failing the test, Charles Piller, ScienceControversial supplements researcher not guilty of misconduct, Canadian university concludes, Charles Piller, ScienceSupport Canadaland at canadaland.com/joinSponsors: oxio, Shopify, ArticleAdditional Music is by Audio NetworkSupport CANADALAND: https://canadaland.com/joinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the midst of a climate crisis, why do we continue to report business news as usual? And is Minister Mendicino being mendacious over the Emergencies Act when he says police advised the government to invoke it? John Woodside, climate reporter for Canada's National Observer co-hosts. Links:Globe and Mail piece re: Ambitious oil emissionsNational Post piece re: anti-oil agenda and affordable foodCP24 piece re: Toronto Police ServiceSponsors: Douglas, oxio, HoverSupport CANADALAND: https://canadaland.com/joinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Of the more than 1,400 Starbucks stores in Canada, only a single location in Victoria, B.C. has a union. One former barista spoke to Canadaland about the working conditions that led baristas to organize for better protections - and how the flurry of anti-union messaging from Starbucks HQ was still not enough to deter the workers. But companies across Canada and the U.S. have been employing these types of tactics for decades to prevent their workers from unionizing: including persistent messaging, hiring third-party crisis management firms, and even shuttering stores completely. Do these new unionized workers stand a chance? Cherise Seucharan reports. Featured in this episode: Izzy Adachi, former Starbucks worker; Pablo Guerra, organizer with United Steelworkers; Mitch Thompson, journalist; David J. Doorey, professor of labour law at York UniversityCorrection: An earlier version of this episode incorrectly identified the Victoria Starbucks location as the first location in Canada to unionize. While it is currently the only location that is unionized there were a number of stores that unionized in the ‘90s and 2000s. These locations are no longer unionized for a number of different reasons.Further reading:Only one Starbucks in Canada is currently unionized, and it's in B.C. Why is Starbucks so afraid of unions?, Toronto StarA ‘Gen U' of young Starbucks baristas is powering a growing push to unionize, CNBCLEAKED AUDIO: Amazon Union Buster Warns Workers ‘Things Could Become Worse', Vice NewsWalmart has everything - except unions, The Walrus Union-Bashing Is on the Menu at Tim Hortons, Mitchell Thompson, JacobinSupport Canadaland at canadaland.com/joinSponsors: oxio, ShopifyAdditional Music is by Audio NetworkSupport CANADALAND: https://canadaland.com/join Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Devenir propriétaire d'une maison n'est désormais plus qu'une chimère pour toute une génération de Canadien‧ne‧s. Et qu'est-ce qui s'est passé avec la couverture médiatique de l'élection ontarienne ? Emilie Nicolas anime cet épisode de Détours avec Émilie Gougeon Pelletier.English: Owning a home is now no more than a pipe dream for a whole generation of Canadians. And what happened with the Ontario election media coverage? Emilie Nicolas hosts this episode of Détours with Émilie Gougeon Pelletier. Liens : Radio-Canada sur la viabilité financière des grandes villesTweet NTV Kenya sur la variole simienneGlobal News sur les dépenses du parti Libéral en OntarioSondage Radio-Canada sur les priorités des Franco-Ontarien‧ne‧sLe Devoir sur l'absence de chef bilingue en OntarioLe Devoir sur le désintérêt des Ontarien‧ne‧s pour la politique provincialeCommanditaire : OxioSoutenir CANADALAND : https://canadaland.com/joinSupport CANADALAND: https://canadaland.com/joinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Finding misinformation in the Quebec government's misinformation campaign on Bill 96. And why Tiktokers are speaking out against Bill C-11. Lela Savić co-hosts. Links:CBC article re: Bill 96Globe and Mail Opinion piece re: Bill 96Washington post Opinion piece re: Bill 96New York Times piece re: Bill 96CBC piece re: Jacob HoggardSponsors: Calm, Douglas SquarespaceSupport CANADALAND: https://canadaland.com/joinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ostensibly the idea was to do media criticism. That is what the article in the National Post, The Year Of The Graves, set out to do; to hold the press to account and to correct errors that occurred in the reporting of the discoveries of unmarked graves at former Indigenous residential schools.But that was not its impact.Featured in this episode: Terry Glavin, author of Year Of The Graves and National Post columnist; Karyn Pugliese, executive editor at National Observer; Robert Jago, freelance writer and entrepreneur.Further reading:The year of the graves: How the world's media got it wrong on residential school graves, Terry Glavin, National PostPushing through residential school denial no easy task, Niigaan Sinclair, Winnipeg Free PressTruth before reconciliation: 8 ways to identify and confront Residential School denialism, The ConversationFighting 'denialists' for the truth about unmarked graves and residential schooling, Kisha Supernant and Sean Carleton, CBC NewsSupport Canadaland at canadaland.com/joinSponsors: oxio, Shopify, HelloFresh, ArticleSupport CANADALAND: https://canadaland.com/join Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Denials of the unmarked graves at residential school sites push through to the mainstream. And a new report shows that journalists' mental health is in jeopardy. Dani Paradis co-hosts. Links:New York Post article re: gravesNational Post article re: gravesToronto Star article re: Genocide deniersTaking Care reportToronto Star article re: CBC reporter with PTSDSponsors: Oxio, Squarespace, FreshbooksSupport CANADALAND: https://canadaland.com/joinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A field report from coast Salish territory on the irreconcilable conflict between the Tsleil-Waututh Nation and the Trans Mountain Pipeline expansion project. There are 73 remaining Southern Resident Killer Whales in existence. The Tsleil-Waututh Nation consider the survival of these orcas and the survival of their people to be the same thing. The government insists a compromise can be met. The Tsleil-Waututh reject this notion, and many are prepared to die in defense of their "wolves of the sea". Brandi Morin reports.Further reading:Losing language, children, culture: Parallels drawn between endangered orcas and Indigenous experiences, CBC NewsOttawa approves new $10B loan guarantee for the Trans Mountain pipeline project, Canadian PressIndigenous land defender sentenced to jail time over Trans Mountain pipeline protest, CTV NewsTrans Mountain pipeline insurers dropping like flies, National ObserverUN committee criticizes Canada over handling of Indigenous pipeline opposition, Canadian PressTrans Mountain pipeline expansion cost climbs 70%, now $21.4B, Canadian PressSupport Canadaland at canadaland.com/joinSponsors: Shopify, OxioThank you to Gordon Dick of Tsleil-Waututh Nation for the use of his music Coast Salish Anthem in this episode.Additional Music is by Audio NetworkSupport CANADALAND: https://canadaland.com/joinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A glowing opinion piece about Doug Ford has us wondering how he miraculously overturned his sinking approval ratings. And why Jesse can't report on the Online News Act anymore. Stephen Maher co-hosts. Links:Toronto Star Opinion piece re: Doug FordGlobe and Mail piece re: Gas prices and Doug FordIndigiNews Open LetterGlobe and Mail Opinion piece re: RCMPSponsors: Oxio, SquarespaceSupport CANADALAND: https://canadaland.com/joinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sometimes investigative journalism begins with an anonymous tip. Sometimes it begins with an access to information request for secret government documents. In this case, Marcello Di Cintio started his investigation because he had an article reprinted without permission. But the story he walked away with in the end was so much better than he could have imagined. Featured in this episode: Marcello Di Cintio, Calgary-based journalist and author.Vancouver Public Library's Story City project: Interview with Pia Tofini-JohnsonSupport Canadaland at canadaland.com/joinSponsors: Oxio, Freshbooks, HoverAdditional Music is by Audio NetworkSupport CANADALAND: https://canadaland.com/joinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The many, many opinion pieces on why Pierre Poilievre shouldn't fire the head of the Bank of Canada. And why some Canadians insist on bragging about how we're better than America while ignoring the hate being brewed here. Ryan Thorpe co-hosts.Links:Campbell Clark Globe and Mail Opinion piece re: WEF conspiracyAndrew Coyne Globe and Mail Opinion piece re: Pierre Poilievre Halifax Examiner piece re: Portapique mass shootingFox News piece re: Jordan Peterson departing TwitterBlog TO piece re: Simu Liu's Juno speechBashir Mohamed Tweet re: Vancouver Sun replacement theorySponsors: Skipper Otto, Squarespace, ArticleSupport CANADALAND: https://canadaland.com/joinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Operation Medusa has become the most celebrated battle in recent Canadian history. It was hailed as a stroke of military genius that may have vanquished the Taliban once and for all.But the soldiers and commanders who were on the ground in 2006 have a different story to tell. A rushed battle. Flawed intelligence. And generals putting political considerations ahead of Canadian lives.And even though Canada had defeated the Taliban on the battlefield, that didn't mean they were winning the war.Featured in this episode: Cpl. Sean Teal, Canadian Armed Forces; Bruce Moncur, veterans advocate and former reservist; Lt.-Gen. Omer Lavoie, Canadian Armed Forces; Adnan R. Khan, journalist and contributing editor at Maclean's; Eugene Lang, fellow at the Canadian Global Affairs InstituteFurther reading:Operation Medusa: The Battle For Panjwai, Adam Day, Legion MagazineAfghanistan veteran recounts brutal battle, Stephen J. Thorne, Legion MagazineIt's time for a hard look at Operation Medusa, Adnan R. Khan, Maclean'sThe Unexpected War: Canada In Kandahar, Janice Gross Stein and Eugene LangSupport Canadaland at canadaland.com/joinSponsors: oxio, Hover, Skipper OttoAdditional Music is by Audio NetworkSupport CANADALAND: https://canadaland.com/joinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Des chefs de plusieurs nations autochtones s'opposent à l'adoption de la loi 96 au Québec, une loi qui, parmi d'autres conséquences, aura un impact sur les personnes nécessitant des services publics dans une langue autre que le français. Et est-ce qu'il y a une différence entre la façon dont les médias francophones et anglophones couvrent la course à la chefferie du Parti conservateur ? Emilie Nicolas anime le tout premier épisode de Détours avec Romeo Saganash.English: Leaders from several Indigenous nations oppose the adoption of Bill 96 in Quebec, a law that, among other consequences, will have an impact on people requiring public services in a language other than French. And is there a difference between the way the French and English media are covering the Conservative leadership race? Emilie Nicolas hosts the very first episode of Détours with Romeo Saganash.Liens : TVA Nouvelles sur la loi 96Montreal Gazette sur la position de Nakuset contre la loi 96Patrick Lagacé dans La Presse en réponse à Nakuset sur la loi 96Commanditaire : OxioSoutenir CANADALAND : https://canadaland.com/joinVisitez Omny Studio pour des informations autour de la confidentialité.Support CANADALAND: https://canadaland.com/joinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The canucksploitation is egregious in Mike Myer's new Netflix show the Pentaverate. And the chairman of Post Media absolutely had to write an opinion piece in the National Post defending Patrick Brown. Jesse's back in the saddle and Mel Woods co-hosts.  Links:Trailer for the PentaverateXtra piece re: Gerald Hannon tributeCanadaland statement re: CanadalandbackNational post opinion piece re: Paul GodfreyNational post piece re: Patrick BrownSponsors: Skipper Otto, Squarespace, OxioSupport CANADALAND: https://canadaland.com/joinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With the seemingly imminent repeal of Roe v. Wade in the United States, it's time to refamiliarize ourselves with Canada's long fought history for abortion access. And explore how that story is anything but ancient history, with one provincial ban being overturned as recently as four years ago.  Today's episode features just a few of the people who have been on the frontlines of that fight as well as a historian who studies nothing but reproductive justice.  Featured in this episode: Christabelle Sethna, professor in the Feminist and Gender Studies Faculty of Social Sciences University of Ottawa; Deb Miller, retired family lawyer and abortion access advocate; Colleen MacQuarrie, professor of psychology at the University of Prince Edward Island and abortion access advocate; Autumn Reinhardt-Simpson, PhD candidate at the University of Alberta and abortion doula.Further reading:Why Canada's Roe v. Wade didn't enshrine abortion as a right, CBC NewsRoe v. Wade is on the brink — and Canada could be pulled into U.S. brawls over abortion law, CBC NewsTrudeau renews pledge to protect abortion rights in Canada, but unable to offer timeline, The Globe and MailWhy Canada's conservatives are keeping quiet on abortion, PoliticoSupport Canadaland at canadaland.com/joinSponsors: oxio, HelloFresh, Skipper OttoAdditional Music is by Audio NetworkSupport CANADALAND: https://canadaland.com/joinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With the imminent upheaval of abortion rights to the south, Canada's media reflects on the state of things here at home. And going by headlines, you'd think Canada's ban on gay men giving blood was repealed - but you'd be only somewhat correct. Jeopardy! champ Mattea Roach joins Canadaland news editor Jonathan Goldsbie to look at rights, laws, and how the media mediates our understanding of both. Links:Toronto Star piece re: Abortion access in CanadaToronto Sun piece re: Kinsella on overturning Roe v. WadeXtra piece re: New blood donation policyVice piece re: Gay blood donation banSponsors: Squarespace, Skipper Otto, FreshbooksSupport CANADALAND: https://canadaland.com/joinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Did you know during a recent storm the City of Winnipeg released 60 million litres of raw sewage into the Red River? Did you know the City of Morden, Manitoba almost ran out of potable water during the extreme drought last summer?Climate change has already started wreaking havoc on the water systems of the Prairies and that is having substantial impacts on cities across Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba, and adapting is going to cost Canadians billions. This week, senior producer Sarah Lawrynuik will explain why.Featured in this episode: Brandon Burley, mayor of Morden; Santokh Randhawa, deputy city manager of Morden; Bill Buhay, associate professor at the University of Winnipeg; Frank Frigo, City of Calgary water resources engineer; Dave Sauchyn, the director of the Prairie Adaptation Research Collaborative (PARC); Raven Sharma, manager of utilities for the City of Selkirk; Duane Nicol, chief administrative officer for the City of Selkirk; Saman Razavi, associate professor at the University of Saskatchewan.Further reading:Weekend deluge could produce worst conditions since Flood of the Century, provincial officials warn, Winnipeg Free Press‘It was hard enough before': Manitoba's drought, worsened by climate crisis, is upending Prairie life, The NarwhalAlberta wrestles with its most critical resource: water, The Narwhal60 million litres of raw sewage released into Red River during storm, Winnipeg Free PressConstruction on long-awaited Springbank reservoir to protect Calgary area from floods is officially a go, CBC NewsSask. gov't announces $4B project to double irrigable land in province, CBC NewsSelkirk opening state-of-the-art wastewater treatment plant in 2021, CTV NewsSupport Canadaland at canadaland.com/joinSponsors: Oxio, Skipper Otto, ArticleAdditional Music is by Audio NetworkSupport CANADALAND: https://canadaland.com/join Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You can probably guess why this one is about Twitter, but why does Short Cuts talk about it so very often? Also, what is the Justice Centre for Constitutional Freedoms, and why do we not talk about it more?Gawker's Sarah Hagi joins Canadaland news editor Jonathan Goldsbie to see how much fun they can have in Jesse's absence.Links:New Yorker article re: New York Times memo Toronto Sun article re: Tamara Lich's awardCTV investigation re: JCCFSponsors: The Theatre Centre, SquarespaceSupport CANADALAND: https://canadaland.com/joinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The digital advertising industry is worth billions, but many companies don't actually know where their ad dollars end up. Programmatic ad exchanges and other third-party platforms have enabled companies to buy ads without the hassle of going to each seller. But in doing so, these ad exchanges have opened the door for fake news and disinformation sites to profit. As reporter Cherise Seucharan finds out, it has become easier and easier for these sites to proliferate, while real news websites lose out. Featured in this episode:Nandini Jammi and Claire Atkin, co-founders of Check My Ads; Augustine Fou, anti-ad fraud consultant; Danny Rogers, co-founder and executive director at The Global Disinformation IndexFurther reading:How an Activist Group Turned to the Dark Side to Hit Breitbart Where It Hurts, GQCoronavirus Ad Blocking Is Starving Some News Sites Of Revenue, Craig Silverman, Buzzfeed NewsThese Hugely Popular Local News Sites In The US And Canada Are Fake, Craig Silverman, Buzzfeed NewsVice urges advertisers to stop blocking 'Black Lives Matter' and related keywords, VarietyBig Advertisers Still Fund Hate And Disinformation Outside Of Facebook, Augustine Foh, ForbesAd Funded Disinformation on Conflict in Ukraine: Ad tech Companies, Brands and Policy, Global Disinformation IndexTens of thousands of news articles are labeled as unsafe for advertisers, Adalytics BlogSupport Canadaland at canadaland.com/joinSponsors: PolicyMe, Oxio.Additional Music is by Audio NetworkSupport CANADALAND: https://canadaland.com/join Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How Pierre Poilievre cultivated his attack-dog charm. And should we care about what the new CEO of the Toronto Star tweets? Jen Gerson co-hosts. Links:Pierre Poilievre's promo videoToronto Star CEO tweetsCANADALAND piece re: Toronto Star ownersSponsors: PolicyMe, Squarespace, FreshbooksSupport CANADALAND: https://canadaland.com/joinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is it Indigenous stewardship ownership or is it becoming just another holographic bumper sticker? What does Landback mean to you, and to your nations and homelands? And is there room for settlers in this movement? This is the first episode of a new 6-episode podcast called CANADALANDBACK! In it, we talk about what Landback means, we host our first round table discussion and take you inside a land-based education program. Featured in this episode is: Kahsenniyo Williams, Jada-Gabrielle Pape, Laakkuluk Williamson Bathory, Philip Brass, Sol Mamakwa, Piyeshiw Crane, Zacchary Fontaine, Kyla Lesage, Molly Swain, Chelsea Vowel, Maureen Googoo, Leanne Betasamosake Simpson, Inti Nemoga Stout, Riley Yesno, Autumn LaRose-Smith, Sam Achineepineskum, Jessica Johns, Willie Ermine and Gordie Liske and Randy Baillargeon. We would also like to thank: Rachael Michael, Rick Harp, Jordan Koe, Patricia Johnson-Castle, Dani Paradis, and Dani Lanoutte. Further reading: Kahsenniyo Williams https://www.kahsenniyowilliams.com/Dechinta Centre for Research and Learning https://www.dechinta.ca/ Support Canadaland at https://www.canadaland.com/join/ Additional music by Audio NetworkSponsors: Oxio, ArticleSupport CANADALAND: https://canadaland.com/joinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to AlbertaLand, where it's cold and greasy. And how the media is bored with the sixth wave. Dani Paradis co-hosts. Links:Canadian Press article re: Jonathan DenisCBC article re: Jason KenneyCANADALAND article re: Diana DavisonRobson Fletcher tweet re: National Post NFTs - see the NFTs for yourself!CANADALANDBACKToronto Star article re: Paxlovid rolloutSponsors: Rotman, PolicyMe, Theatre Passe Muraille, SquarespaceSupport CANADALAND: https://canadaland.com/joinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Canada is two years into a news media bailout that was lobbied hard for by the country's newspapers. As it turns out the money that's flowed has had uneven impacts on the industry. And last week the Online News Act was tabled that will mandate tech companies - like Google and Facebook - to pay news companies compensation for posting their content on their sites.Will this expansion of government news aid inflame disparities? Will it help an industry in crisis? Are we destined for a media landscape where government approvals are the only way to survive?Featured in this episode: Colette Brin, journalism professor at Université Laval; Tim Bousquet, editor-in-chief of the Halifax Examiner; Emma Gilchrist, editor-in-chief of the NarwhalFurther reading:Feds to force tech giants like Facebook, Google to pay for news with new bill, Global NewsJust How Extreme is Bill C-18?: It Mandates Payments For Merely Facilitating Access to News, Michael GeistSupport Canadaland at canadaland.com/joinSponsors: oxio, Skipper Otto, HelloFreshAdditional Music is by Audio NetworkSupport CANADALAND: https://canadaland.com/joinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fact-checking the war in Ukraine. And the ‘Pay Me for Clickbait Act' - sorry, the ‘Online News Act.' Olena Goncharova co-hosts. Links:Front Burner episode re: war crimes in BuchaRadio-Canada piece re: long-term care homes in QuebecCBC Power and Politics interview with Pablo RodriguezCTV Power Play interview with Pablo RodriguezSponsors: Rotman, Squarespace, Freshbooks, Skipper Otto Support CANADALAND: https://canadaland.com/joinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.