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What this show covers
Donald TrumpCanadaCanadian politicspublic debateQuebec politicsCanadian unityinternational affairsRussiaJanice SteinPolitical analysisPublic policyforeign policyCanada politicsTrumpgeopolitics
What listeners will find here
Musk’s Canada comments spark a debate on Alberta, Saskatchewan, and national unity
Elon Musk’s suggestion that Alberta and Saskatchewan should leave Canada to join the United States sets up a discussion about how seriously Canadians should take his remarks. Bruce and Chantal dig into what the comments mean and whether they matter.
Canadians weigh in on whether it’s time to end the annual clock change
The episode focuses on the twice-yearly clock change in Canada and whether that long-running practice should finally end. It gathers listener reactions, offering a range of opinions on springing forward, falling back, or leaving the whole system behind.
Can Bach, Beethoven, or Pavarotti help lower blood pressure?
This Wednesday End Bits special looks at research suggesting music like Bach, Beethoven, or even Pavarotti could play a role in better health for people with high blood pressure. It also promises a few additional short-form stories in the show’s quick-hit format.
Quebec’s election win raises a new question about Canada’s unity
Quebec’s PQ victory, paired with a promise to hold a referendum sometime in its mandate, shifts the political conversation beyond the province. Rob Russo and Althia Raj discuss what that could mean for Canada’s united front against Donald Trump.
What it means if the rules of war are being cast aside in Ukraine
The episode examines Zelenskyy’s claim that Putin told Russian military leaders to ignore the rules of war. Dr. Janice Stein joins for a focused analysis of what that could mean for the Ukraine war and what consequences might follow.
