
60 episodes

The Eyeopener from CBC Radio Calgary (Highlights) CBC Radio
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4.2 • 40 Ratings
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The Eyeopener sets the agenda for the day, asking the questions that need to be answered and bringing compelling local stories to Calgarians
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Calgary Eyeopener podcast - Thursday, June 08
On today's show: we dig into the city's latest controversy over more housing density; we hear about the big, long-term plan to build new bus and train routes all over town, and to get more people riding them; we meet a Calgary man and his husband who are running 50 half-marathons, partly for a good cause, and partly as a birthday present.
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Calgary Eyeopener podcast - Wednesday, June 07
On today's show: after two grassfires this week, and now a heat warning, we check in on the city's fire risk; the future of an iconic Calgary gathering place. Why Olympic Plaza is set for a transformation; a top pro Calgary golfer breaks down the massive merger between some of the world's best golf leagues.
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Calgary Eyeopener podcast - Tuesday, June 06
On today's show: as Alberta pushes back against an upcoming federal emissions cap, we hear about the province's own emissions cap, which has been in place since 2016; we hear from two city councillors on whether or not council should increase the size of its membership; the Calgary Zoo's new Chief Conservation Officer tells us about the work she's doing here at home, and abroad, to save at-risk species.
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Calgary Eyeopener podcast - Monday, June 05
On today's show: Calgarians will learn more about the deal for a new arena and event centre today. We talk to Councillor Sonya Sharp about it; we chat with the head of Calgary's Downtown Association about major changes coming to the core; graduations and convocations are happening all over the city. We hear from some new grads out of Mount Royal University.
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Calgary Eyeopener podcast - Friday, June 02
On today's show: the NDP made gains on Monday, but fell short of forming government. Where should they go from here? The CBC's Andrew Brown has more on that; Calgary community signs could use some TLC. We speak with a councillor hoping to fix them up; Calgary native and country musician Aaron Pollock plays the famous Bluebird Cafe in Nashville this weekend. We talk to him first!
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Calgary Eyeopener podcast - Thursday, June 01
On today's show: how the Calgary Board of Education is addressing a big influx of students; the price of oil is slumping this week. We tell you why, and what it could mean for the province's finances; we meet a Calgary guy with a huge orchid collection.
Customer Reviews
Great podcast
Keeping me Informed on Calgary .
It’s a shame
I remember back whenThe program wasn’t so government scripted! Today, when I listen to the program, I’ve actually been embarrassed for the CBC, since they are unable to be embarrassed for themselves.
No Longer Journalism
And the entire corporation should be ashamed.