If oil didn’t start the war in Iran, oil will almost certainly end it. Trump’s White House totally miscalculated the impact oil prices would have as this war unfolds.   More on this and other top stories, this week in The Buzz: nationalnewswatch.com/newsletter

Trump's miscalculations in Iran go beyond oil prices, and if the conflict doesn't end soon Canada will start to feel the impact. Chantal Hébert & Bruce Anderson join to discuss this & much more. 🔊 on SXM Canada Talks, podcast platforms. 📺 on YouTube: youtu.be/YIjsI4jbh9s

This week politicians had their say in the House of Commons on Canada’s position on the US-Israeli war with Iran. Today, our listeners get to have their say: What should Canada’s position on the Iran conflict be? 🎙️ on SXM Canada Talks & podcast platforms at noon EST.

Wednesday means End Bits on The Bridge. Could new technology end the night sky by reflecting light from the stars? Is Canada seeing an influx of nurses leaving the US? These stories, plus lots more. 🎙️ Listen on SXM Canada Talks and podcast platforms, at noon EST.

Conservatives called for a debate on the Iran War, but it was Liberals at times who had the most disagreement on Canada’s position. Will this be a problem for Carney? Althia Raj & Rob Russo join. 🔊 on SXM Canada Talks, podcast platforms. 📺 on YouTube: www.youtube.com/watch?v=EHGF...

His father, mother, and wife were killed in the opening moments of the Iran War. Now Mojtaba Khamenei is the new Supreme Leader of Iran. Will his term be all about revenge? Dr. Janice Stein is back with her thoughts. 🔊 on SXM Canada Talks & podcast platforms at noon EST.

Whenever conflict begins in the Middle East, the fear is that it could spread quickly and involve many countries. That’s what’s happened this week and there are a lot of questions still looking for answers.   More on the war in Iran, this week in The Buzz: nationalnewswatch.com/newsletter

Within hours of the US & Israeli attack in Iran, Mark Carney was out with his thoughts on the conflict. Was that the right call? Chantal Hébert & Bruce Anderson bring their takes on this and more. 🔊 on SXM Canada Talks, podcast platforms. 📺 on YouTube: youtu.be/IOMjKOg2zuQ

Will this rupture last forever? Or is there a chance Canada 🇨🇦 and the US 🇺🇸 could return to the way things used to be? You had strong feelings on this subject, and The Ranter is here as well, today on Your Turn. 🔊 on SXM Canada Talks & podcast platforms at noon EST.

When you mix politics and sports things can get ugly. We were all reminded of that after the Gold Medal games between Canada and the US. So what’s the lesson? James Moore & @gmbutts.bsky.social discuss. 🔊 on SXM Canada Talks, podcast platforms. 📺 on YouTube: www.youtube.com/watch?v=ug59...

It’s been 4 days since the attack by Israel and the United States on Iran, but the reason for why keeps changing. Dr. Janice Stein joins with her assessment of what’s going on, why, and who’s calling the shots. 🔊 on SXM Canada Talks & podcast platforms at noon EST.

It’s Pierre Poilievre’s first interview on The Bridge and it comes at an important time. How would he handle the tariff war with the US? What does he think of Donald Trump? What about Mark Carney? 🔊 on SXM Canada Talks, podcast platforms. 📺 on YouTube: youtu.be/Uc_a4gbGBmE

The Toronto Star called it a “fascinating” glimpse into the Conservative leader’s shifting tone. Tomorrow on The Bridge we sit down with Pierre Poilievre. How would he repair the relationship with the United States? Does he want an election this spring? Plus much more.

OpenAI sensed there might be a problem in Tumbler Ridge, but nothing was done about it. Now people are asking questions about how that could happen, and how we can make sure it never happens again.   More on this & other top stories, this week in The Buzz: nationalnewswatch.com/newsletter

Yesterday Pierre Poilievre outlined his vision for 🇨🇦/🇺🇸 relations, and had stronger words for Donald Trump than in the past. Is this a new Poilievre? Chantal Hébert & Bruce Anderson weigh in. 🔊 on SXM Canada Talks, podcast platforms. 📺 on YouTube: youtu.be/la_ZbDB1Fjo

We end each month on The Bridge with an ‘AMA’ as our focus on Your Turn. Letters on journalism, sourcing, bias, history, and a lot more. Plus the Ranter is here with his thoughts on CUSMA. 🔊 on SXM Canada Talks & podcast platforms at noon EST.

Wednesday means Endbits on The Bridge. Will AI upend your career ambitions? Are Meta glasses ruining your dinner? Plus, how being a grandparent can help you live longer. 🎙️These stories and more, today on SXM Canada Talks & podcast platforms at noon EST.

Liberals & Conservatives suggested a few weeks ago they would work together to advance certain issues facing 🇨🇦 Are we finally seeing progress on compromise? Althia Raj & Rob Russo discuss today. 🔊 on SXM Canada Talks, podcast platforms. 📺 on YouTube: youtu.be/BEb87X7xw24

With the situation deteriorating in Cuba and bordering on a humanitarian crisis: Should Canada help? Could we help? That’s one topic for Dr Janice Stein today. Also for discussion: Iran, Ukraine, and the US Supreme Court. 🔊 on SXM Canada Talks & podcast platforms at noon EST.

Today, Donald Trump got his signature policy thrown back at him by the U.S. Supreme Court. Find the full story in The Buzz, plus the possible leadership of the NDP, the Alberta referendum, and more.    Subscribe: nationalnewswatch.com/newsletter

Is “hate” a fair way to describe Canadian feelings towards Americans? New polling suggests so. Chantal Hébert & Bruce Anderson on that plus Alberta’s referendum & Conservative / NDP leadership. 🔊 on SXM Canada Talks, podcast platforms. 📺 on YouTube: youtu.be/do4O4cykjbU

A wide range of thoughts and opinions this week on Your Turn. From the emotions of cheering for Canada at the Olympics, to healthcare, to 2026’s record breaking snowfalls, and of course some thoughts on Donald Trump. 🎙️ on SXM Canada Talks & podcast platforms at noon EST.

Wednesday’s mean End Bits, and there’s something for everyone today. What should you be asking you aging parents? Is Rome really charging per head at the Trevi Fountain? And how many people really live on earth? 📍Listen on SXM Canada Talks & podcast platforms at noon EST.

Jivani’s trip to Washington forced many to ask: How do you handle an MP going rogue from their party? But first, where does 🇨🇦 fit in the new global security order? James Moore & @gmbutts.bsky.social join. 🔊 on SXM Canada Talks, podcast platforms. 📺 on YouTube: youtu.be/l70aLxHMU-E

Between the Gordie Howe bridge story and the possibility that he could shelve CUSMA, Trump’s support may be cracking. More on this and other top stories, this week in The Buzz: nationalnewswatch.com/newsletter

Was the Congressional rebuke on Canadian Tariffs the beginning of the end for Trump? A little early, no? Chantal Hébert & Bruce Anderson on that, plus the possibility of an Alberta referendum. 🔊 on SXM Canada Talks, podcast platforms. 📺 on YouTube: www.youtube.com/watch?v=q5LE...

Since COVID many have wondered if in-office work will ever be necessary again. Today was your chance to take on the WFH debate. A special guest host tandem today on Your Turn & of course the Ranter is here to take on Trump. 🔊 on SXM Canada Talks & podcast platforms at noon EST.

Trump is now saying he will refuse to open the Gordie Howe Bridge. Really? It’s the latest twist in the 🇨🇦/🇺🇸 trade war, and just one of the stories we focus on today with Althia Raj & Rob Russo. 🔊 on SXM Canada Talks, podcast platforms. 📺 on YouTube: youtu.be/iiabRLUZCp0

It used to be seen as a passing, dirty sex scandal that really only mattered in America. But suddenly the Epstein story threatens major figures in countries around the world. Today Dr. Janice Stein has her take. 🔊 on SXM Canada Talks & podcast platforms at noon EST.

Harper did what Poilievre didn’t do last week in Calgary: Saying it’s time to move away from the United States, not coddle up to it. It was a tough speech from an experienced national leader. More on this, in the latest edition of The Buzz.   Subscribe: nationalnewswatch.com/newsletter

Just a week after a resounding leadership victory, Poilievre found himself offside from Stephen Harper. What could he learn from the ‘Godfather’ of his party? Chantal Hébert & Bruce Anderson join. 🔊 on SXM Canada Talks, podcast platforms. 📺 on YouTube: youtu.be/Idm31swmdQs

For the next few weeks people around the world will be watching the Olympics. Or will they? Your feelings on the Olympic Games are the focus today on Your Turn. Plus The Ranter takes on Alberta’s referendum issue. 🔊 on SXM Canada Talks & podcast platforms at noon EST.

Another potpourri of useful (and some useless!) information this week on the Endbits Special. The latest on AI concerns, Trump’s Yukon brothel, and the most common items stolen from hotels. 🔊 on SXM Canada Talks or wherever you get your podcasts, at noon EST.

What will Pierre Poilievre do now after a ringing endorsement from his party? Was the Poilievre we saw on the weekend, the Poilievre of the future? James Moore & @gmbutts.bsky.social are back to discuss. 🔊 on SXM Canada Talks, podcast platforms. 📺 on YouTube: youtu.be/lZSdsy2ohsc

Canada is about to spend billions of dollars upgrading our defence capabilities, but has this conversation been broad enough? Should nuclear weapons be part of Canada’s arsenal? Yikes. 🔊 Dr. Janice Stein has her take today on SXM Canada Talks & podcast platforms at noon EST.

The stakes are high today for Pierre Poilievre, as Conservatives prepare to vote on his leadership in Calgary.    More on this in the latest edition of The Buzz. There’s still time to subscribe: nationalnewswatch.com/newsletter

Alberta is at the centre of two major stories this week: Poilievre’s leadership verdict & potential referendum interference by the White House. Chantal Hébert & Bruce Anderson have their thoughts. 🔊 on SXM Canada Talks, podcast platforms. 📺 on YouTube: youtu.be/rZ-Hpat_TtM

Today is the third and final installment of our January Ask Me Anything series. More of your questions from across Canada. Plus The Ranter weighs in on ICE in Minnesota. Listen on SXM Canada Talks & podcast platforms at noon EST.

After weeks of meaningful, pressure-packed stories, today is a more lowkey ‘endbit’ edition of The Bridge. Our headliner: The secret to longevity. Apparently a pretty simple solution, but are you doing it? 🔊 on SXM Canada Talks or wherever you get your podcasts, at noon EST.

It’s a big week for Conservatives as Pierre Poilievre gets the verdict on his future from party membership. Will he remain on as party leader? Plus, is Carney backing off from his Davos speech? @althiaraj.bsky.social & Rob Russo discuss at noon EST on SXM Canada Talks & podcast platforms.

Is the government, and are Canadians, ready for the situation we now find ourselves in with the United States? What happens now? That's our question for Dr. Janice Stein to start the week. 🔊 on SXM Canada Talks & podcast platforms at noon EST.

Well, that was a week. Headlined by two remarkable speeches: the best of them, and the worst of them.    More on this in the latest edition of The Buzz: nationalnewswatch.com/newsletter

After a week of back and forth at the WEF between Mark Carney and Donald Trump, the fight is on. What happened and where will it all lead? Chantal Hébert & Bruce Anderson have their answers. 🔊 on SXM Canada Talks, podcast platforms. 📺 on YouTube: youtu.be/zDSbMxv9oAY

More, in fact a lot more, of your questions on our latest Ask Me Anything program. Politics, career, and country are all topics today on Your Turn. Plus the Ranter has his take on Trump and Carney at Davos. 🔊 on SXM Canada Talks & podcast platforms at noon EST.

We start today with a few thoughts on yesterday’s Davos speech by PM Carney, and the mostly positive reaction from around the world. Plus our usual Wednesday endbits: Climate change, AI risks, & rewards for young students. 🔊 on SXM Canada Talks & podcast platforms at noon EST.

Calling Trump a ‘fascist’ or ‘Nazi’ has become more commonplace given ICE, Venezuela, and Greenland. But is it correct? That’s the question for James Moore & @gmbutts.bsky.social to start their latest conversation on The Bridge. 🔊 on SXM Canada Talks & podcast platforms at noon EST.

A tariff war for Greenland, fractures in NATO, a new relationship between Canada & China, and Elon Musk’s geopolitical importance. All examples of Our Changing World, and all up for discussion today with Dr. Janice Stein. 🔊 on SXM Canada Talks & podcast platforms at noon EST.

Mark Carney received the pomp and pageantry greeting when he arrived in Beijing a few days ago. The question is, how did he do?   More on this, this week in The Buzz: t.co/53QeuuF5wh

Mark Carney leaves China with a pocketful of deals. They sound good, but how good are they? Chantal Hébert & Bruce Anderson are here with their assessment of the risks and the rewards. 🔊 on SXM Canada Talks, podcast platforms. 📺 on YouTube: youtu.be/xBMknuhDV0Y

We’ve never tried an AMA before, so why not? We’ve got tons of your letters from across Canada on our first Ask Me Anything. Plus, the Ranter is back with a familiar target - Donald Trump. 🔊 on SXM Canada Talks & podcast platforms at noon EST.