
Competing narratives over deadly ICE shooting; Weight loss drug study
2026-1-09 | 27 mins.
Tensions are rising in Minneapolis in the aftermath of Renee Nicole Good's death. The 37-year-old woman was shot and killed by a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officer yesterday. Jackson Proskow reports from Minneapolis on the competing narratives from federal and Minnesota officials putting the community on edge, and Dawna Friesen looks at what we're learning about the victim. Venezuela's interim government says it will release a "significant number" of foreigners and political prisoners, including opponents of captured leader Nicolás Maduro's regime. Jeff Semple reports from neighbouring Colombia on the reaction to the pending releases, and what it might mean for Venezuela's shifting political situation. Redmond Shannon reports on the White House's increasingly aggressive rhetoric on Greenland, and what reasons the U.S. could have for pursuing the territory besides security. Hundreds of homes are uninhabitable on Pimicikamak Cree Nation, Man., after a five-day power outage caused pipes to freeze and burst. Melissa Ridgen visits one of the houses needing repairs; explains why another First Nation is about to be evacuated; and how these situations are highlighting the need for better infrastructure in Indigenous communities. Touria Izri looks at what could happen to people once they stop taking weight loss drugs, like Ozempic and Wegovy. Heidi Petracek explains how the federal government is trying to boost Canada's sovereign space launch capabilities. Plus, what the flock? Supermarket sheep?? Dawna tells you about the dozens of sheep that invaded a grocery store. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

ICE officer kills woman; Venezuela's humanitarian crisis; Lego's smart bricks
2026-1-08 | 26 mins.
There is outrage after a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officer shot and killed a 37-year-old woman in Minneapolis. Touria Izri reports on the deadly confrontation, how the White House is justifying the shooting, and how Minnesota officials are pushing back. Politicians and Indigenous leaders are assessing the damage on Pimicikamak Cree Nation, Man., where a power outage in December forced thousands of people from their homes. Melissa Ridgen explains why it could take a while for residents to return home, and what's being called for to assist recovery efforts. Heather Yourex-West reports on an independent review into Calgary's water main problems, and when the issues started. Jackson Proskow reports on the U.S. seizure of two Russian-flagged oil tankers, why Russia is condemning the interception, what could come next amid Venezuela's uncertain future, and how U.S. President Donald Trump's pressure tactics extend to Greenland. Jeff Semple reports from Cúcuta, Colombia on how Venezuela's humanitarian crisis has spilled over into neighbouring Colombia, and how uncertainty is growing after the U.S. captured deposed Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. Plus, Heidi Petracek reports on the small Nova Scotia town mourning the loss of a teenage boy attacked by dogs. Plus, a new way to play: Redmond Shannon reports on Lego's new "smart bricks," and why critics are worried it will limit imagination rather than spur innovation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Trump's Greenland threat; Venezuela's power struggle; Hot gas in space
2026-1-07 | 26 mins.
U.S. President Donald Trump renews his threats to annex Greenland. Jackson Proskow reports on the reaction from both the Danish territory and Denmark; and what a potential seizure could mean for NATO. Mackenzie Gray reports from Paris on Ukraine's allies agreeing on a framework of security guarantees, and what Canada may do to help keep Ukraine secure. Mackenzie also has what Prime Minister Mark Carney is saying about former deputy prime minister Chrystia Freeland's upcoming resignation as an MP. Jeff Semple reports from the Colombia-Venezuela border on the hopes Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado might take power, and why Trump is snubbing her. Heather Yourex-West explains how the uncertainty in Venezuela is fuelling calls to build a new oil pipeline from Alberta to British Columbia. With America's actions in Venezuela, Trump's threats against Greenland, and all that 51st state talk, Eric Sorensen looks at the lessons Canada could learn. Plus: Houston, we have...hot gas. Heidi Petracek looks at the unexpected discovery that could change our understanding of how galaxies form. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Maduro appears in court; Iran's regime faces threats; Quebec cancer patient beats odds
2026-1-06 | 26 mins.
Venezuela's ousted leader appears in an American court after being captured in a U.S. military strike. What he claims as he pleads not guilty, and as the Trump administration shrugs off claims of violating international law. Plus, how Iran is now in U.S. President Trump's sights, as it grapples with nationwide unrest. And the Quebec man now cancer-free, years after being given just months to live. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Maduro capture aftermath; U.S. imperialism fears; Lumber industry's metric challenge
2026-1-05 | 26 mins.
The chaos and questions of legality following the U.S. military raid to capture Venezuelan president Nicolás Maduro. Plus, the worries that the Trump administration won't stop there with its foreign policy strategy. And why the Canadian lumber industry isn't measuring up to opportunities abroad. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices



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