60 episodes

The Eyeopener sets the agenda for the day, asking the questions that need to be answered and bringing compelling local stories to Calgarians

The Eyeopener from CBC Radio Calgary (Highlights‪)‬ CBC Radio

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    • 4.2 • 40 Ratings

The Eyeopener sets the agenda for the day, asking the questions that need to be answered and bringing compelling local stories to Calgarians

    Calgary Eyeopener podcast - Thursday, June 08

    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.

    • 28 min
    Calgary Eyeopener podcast - Wednesday, June 07

    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.

    • 24 min
    Calgary Eyeopener podcast - Tuesday, June 06

    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.

    • 27 min
    Calgary Eyeopener podcast - Monday, June 05

    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.

    • 25 min
    Calgary Eyeopener podcast - Friday, June 02

    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!

    • 25 min
    Calgary Eyeopener podcast - Thursday, June 01

    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.

    • 24 min

Customer Reviews

4.2 out of 5
40 Ratings

40 Ratings

Frenchy86ab ,

Great podcast

Keeping me Informed on Calgary .

Coolday101 ,

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.

Rabbit-Light ,

No Longer Journalism

And the entire corporation should be ashamed.

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