When Jaws came out 50 years ago, the movie instilled an epic fear of sharks to a whole generation of people, then some more — a fear that still continues to this day. But those who know the animals well say that sharks are not out to get humans. Our experts explain why sharks are misunderstood and why it matters to shift our perspective on these animals.
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Rebuilding Jasper: A year after the devastating wildfires
A year after the devastating wildfires in Jasper, Alberta, the community is continuing to rebuild and making its way back into town. We speak with a business owner who’s reopening her restaurant — and discuss what the recovery looks like for the residents of Jasper, as well as how the community can thrive again.
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Elbows up, gloves off: Can Canada disentangle from the U.S?
“We’re in a lot of trouble,” says Stephen Marche, the host of the new podcast Gloves Off, and the author of the book The Next Civil War, as Canada puts in the work to separate itself from the U.S. after a decades-long integrated relationship. We discuss the role U.S. President Donald Trump plays in this, and whether Canada has what it takes to go it alone.
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What is AGI, and will it harm humanity?
Artificial general intelligence, or AGI, refers to computers that possess consciousness, much like humans. Some tech experts argue that this is a massive step beyond A.I., but we’re not that far from achieving it, while others contend that it’s a fictional concept that we’re nowhere near. Guest host Piya Chattopadhyay talks to two experts about what AGI entails, and what risks having computers more intelligent than humans bring.
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Lost at sea for 52 hours: How seven fishermen survived
When seven fishermen disappeared off Newfoundland’s coast this summer, everyone feared the worst. But as hours turned into days and hope dwindled, the men were found — alive. The ‘Lucky 7’ share their harrowing brush with death in our documentary Lost at Sea.
Three stories to expand your worldview, delivered daily. Matt Galloway cuts through a sea of choice to bring you stories that transcend the news cycle. Conversations with big thinkers, household names, and people living the news. An antidote to algorithms that cater to what you already know — and a meeting place for diverse perspectives. In its 20 years, the Current has become a go-to place for stories that shape and entertain us. Released daily, Monday to Friday.The Current is produced in Toronto, Ontario, Canada — and has recently recorded live shows about the Canadian election in Surrey and Burnaby BC. And shows to come in Oshawa and the 905, Red Deer, Alberta, Quebec City and Halifax.
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