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  1. Doug Ford’s Secret, Private, Personal Cell Phone

    7 HR AGO

    Doug Ford’s Secret, Private, Personal Cell Phone

    The scandals of Doug Ford and Danielle Smith continue to make headlines, but it appears to have little impact on them politically.  Now, Ford is changing the rules around Freedom of Information to make it harder to hold him accountable. Smith has also been criticized for her government’s approach to information requests. This clawback on the access of information is a trend in other governments across the country.  How does the public and the media demand accountability when politicians dominate the messaging through their own channels and limit the availability of information?  Host: San Grewal  Credits: James Nicholson (Producer), Kallan Lyons (Associate producer and Fact Checking), Caleb Thompson (Audio Editor and Technical Producer), max collins (Director of Audio), Jesse Brown (Editor) Guest: Max Fawcett   Further reading:  Ford government moves to make all premier, minister records secret | Globalnews.caInvestigation finds Alberta government broke its own freedom of information rules | CBC NewsCanadians say business and political corruption is common, but few trust government to address issue - Angus ReidLibrary and Archives planning deep cuts to access to information team, document shows - The Globe and MailA non-partisan, equal-opportunity scandal | Canada's National Observer: Climate NewsReport into Alberta Health Services contracts finds conflicts widely known | Globalnews.caNaheed Nenshi needs to step up — or step down - Canada’s National ObserverThe inconvenient truth about the carbon tax and food prices | Toronto SunRoadsalt overuse is choking Peel’s water — a salt-loving plant could be the solution | The Pointer          Sponsors:  Douglas:  Douglas is giving our listeners a FREE Sleep Bundle with each mattress purchase. Get the sheets, pillows, mattress and pillow protectors FREE with your Douglas purchase today.  Visit douglas.ca/canadaland to claim this offer. Fizz: Visit fizz.ca and activate a first plan using the referral code CAN25 to get 40$ off and 10GB of free data. Squarespace: Check out Squarespace.com/canadaland for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch use code canadaland to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. CarGurus: Buy your next car today with CarGurus at cargurus.ca  If you value this podcast, Support us! You’ll get premium access to all our shows ad free, including early releases and bonus content. You’ll also get our exclusive newsletter, discounts on merch at our store, tickets to our live and virtual events, and more than anything, you’ll be a part of the solution to Canada’s journalism crisis, you’ll be keeping our work free and accessible to everybody.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    36 min
  2. Peak Oil! Carney, Cash, and Carbon

    2 DAYS AGO

    Peak Oil! Carney, Cash, and Carbon

    Gas prices are back in the news as the Iran War disrupts global oil supply. Columnists are weighing in on what it all means for Canada’s energy future. With Carney’s commitment to making Canada an energy superpower, do we barrel forward with increased oil production or renew our commitment to renewables? Max Fawcett of Canada’s National Observer joins San Grewal to drill beneath the headlines.  Host: San Grewal  Credits: James Nicholson (Producer), Kallan Lyons (Associate producer and Fact Checking), Caleb Thompson (Audio Editor and Technical Producer), max collins (Director of Audio), Jesse Brown (Editor) Guest: Max Fawcett   Further reading:  What energy transition? The Middle East war shows the world still runs on oil - The Globe and MailOil prices are soaring on Iran crisis. Why aren’t clean energy stocks? | Canada's National Observer: Climate NewsWhy the Iran war is bad for clean energy - E&E News by POLITICO  Could the Iran war energy shock accelerate the transition to renewables? | Canada's National Observer How War in Iran Could Remake the Global Energy Landscape - New York Times Some leaders see powerful argument for renewable energy as Iran war shakes markets | PBS NewsThe method to Mark Carney’s madness | Canada's National Observer: Climate News Canada expected to see zero population growth this year: report - CTV News Loved ones seek answers after 22-year-old student dies while donating plasma at for-profit site in Winnipeg - Globe and Mail   Sponsors:  Squarespace: Check out Squarespace.com/canadaland for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch use code canadaland to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. BetterHelp:  Visit BetterHelp.com/canadaland today to get 10% off your first month. Douglas:  Douglas is giving our listeners a FREE Sleep Bundle with each mattress purchase. Get the sheets, pillows, mattress and pillow protectors FREE with your Douglas purchase today.  Visit douglas.ca/canadaland to claim this offer. If you value this podcast, Support us! You’ll get premium access to all our shows ad free, including early releases and bonus content. You’ll also get our exclusive newsletter, discounts on merch at our store, tickets to our live and virtual events, and more than anything, you’ll be a part of the solution to Canada’s journalism crisis, you’ll be keeping our work free and accessible to everybody.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    32 min
  3. Iran's Crypto Pipeline to Toronto

    3 DAYS AGO

    Iran's Crypto Pipeline to Toronto

    Investigative reporters have uncovered a network of these crypto-to-cash desks operating across Canada. And some of the transactions moving through them appear linked to crypto wallets allegedly associated with the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. So how could money tied to a sanctioned regime end up moving through Toronto? Host Noor Azrieh speaks with reporters behind the global investigation, The Coin Laundry, and with financial-crime experts about how Iran and other sanctioned actors use cryptocurrency to move money around the world. Then we zoom out. As the US-Israeli war in Iran escalates, Liberal MP Julie Dzerowicz joins us to explain what Canada is actually doing about it. CORRECTION: This episode incorrectly identified Toronto Star journalist Sheila Wang as Sheila Edwards. We regret the error. Host: Noor Azrieh Credits: Aviva Lessard (Senior Producer), Sam Konnert (Host/Producer), Noor Azrieh (Host/Producer), Caleb Thompson (Audio Editor and Technical Producer), Max Collins (Director of Audio) Jesse Brown (Editor), Tony Wang (Artwork) Guests: Spencer Woodman, Richard Sanders, Jessica Davis Background reading: Suspicious transactions at GTA crypto shops reveal alleged links to Iran-backed terror groups. Is the regulator doing enough to police them? – Toronto StarFrom Dubai to Toronto, inside the crypto-to-cash storefronts fueling money laundering’s new frontier – International Consortium of Investigative JournalistsInside Canada’s shadowy crypto banking system that makes it easy to facilitate ‘an unlimited amount of crime’ – Toronto StarIran’s Crypto Sector Was a Lifeline Through Sanctions. War Could Shut It Down – WIRED Middle East2 charged in killing of former SFU instructor who was outspoken Iran critic – CTV NewsPolice call shooting at U.S. consulate in Toronto 'national security incident,' seek 2 suspects – CBC NewsMPs demand answers about failure to deport and name Iranian regime officials – The Globe and Mail Sponsors:  Douglas is giving our listeners a FREE Sleep Bundle with each mattress purchase. Get the sheets, pillows, mattress and pillow protectors FREE with your Douglas purchase today at douglas.ca/canadaland Visit fizz.ca to learn more about Fizz mobile and its long list of added-value features, and activate a first plan using the referral code CAN25 to get 25$ off and 10GB of free data. And did you know we have a monthly supporter exclusive show?  On the next episode of Off The Record, we’re asking you: What fake news story did you fall for? AI slop? An April Fools’ joke? Or something more sinister…  Call in and let us know on Thursday, March 26th from 4:30pm to 6:30pm EST by going to callinstudio.com/show/canadaland or dialing in at 888-401-7056 when the time comes! If you want to hear that (or if you want to catch up on all the great episodes of Off The Record you’ve missed!) become a supporter at canadaland.com/join or call in on March 26th and we’ll give you a free month of Canadaland premium. If you value this podcast, Support us! You’ll get premium access to all our shows ad free, including early releases and bonus content. You’ll also get our exclusive newsletter, discounts on merch, tickets to our live and virtual events, and more than anything, you’ll be a part of the solution to Canada’s journalism crisis, you’ll be keeping our work free and accessible to everybody.  Can't get enough Canadaland? Follow @Canadaland_Podcasts on Instagram for clips, announcements, explainers and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    43 min
  4. My Chatbot Encouraged my Psychosis

    4 DAYS AGO

    My Chatbot Encouraged my Psychosis

    Anthony Duncan turned his chatbot into his therapist. That was the start of a journey that ended in the psych ward. How did Anthony’s bot go from helping him write emails to egging on the wildest, and darkest, of his delusions? Host: Jesse Brown Credits: Julian Abraham (Reporter), Tristan Capacchione (Audio Editor and Technical Producer), Bruce Thorson (Senior Producer), max collins (Director of Audio), Jesse Brown (Editor and Publisher) Fact checking by Caleb Thompson Additional music by Audio Network, Julian Abraham, and Anthony Cesar Duncan Photo: Courtesy of Anthony Cesar Duncan More information: https://www.instagram.com/anthonypsychosissurvivor/https://www.cs.toronto.edu/~duvenaud/ Sponsors:  Squarespace: Check out https://squarespace.com/canadaland for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch use code canadaland to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Article: Article is offering our listeners $50 off your first purchase of $100 or more. To claim, visit https://article.com/canadaland and the discount will be automatically applied at checkout. BetterHelp: Visit https://BetterHelp.com/canadaland today to get 10% off your first month. Can’t get enough Canadaland? Follow @Canadaland_Podcasts on Instagram for clips, announcements, explainers and more. If you value this podcast, support us! You’ll get premium access to all our shows ad free, including early releases and bonus content. You’ll also get our exclusive newsletter, discounts on merch at our store, tickets to our live and virtual events, and more than anything, you’ll be a part of the solution to Canada’s journalism crisis, you’ll be keeping our work free and accessible to everybody. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    36 min
  5. Travis Dhanraj: Whistleblower or Pickle Thrower?

    13 MAR

    Travis Dhanraj: Whistleblower or Pickle Thrower?

    Former CBC host Travis Dhanraj promised to “pull the curtain back” and reveal what is really happening inside the CBC. On Tuesday, he testified in parliament that he experienced bias, tokenism, and bullying at the public broadcaster.  Conservative voices are calling his testimony “explosive” and “shocking,” while others consider his concerns “pedestrian” and “absurd.”     What does Dhanraj’s whistleblowing tell us about the situation inside the CBC? Host: Jesse Brown  Credits: James Nicholson (Producer), Kallan Lyons (Associate producer and Fact Checking), Caleb Thompson (Audio Editor and Technical Producer), max collins (Director of Audio), Jesse Brown (Editor) Guest: Travis Dhanraj   Further reading:  Former CBC journalist Travis Dhanraj accuses broadcaster of 'tokenism' [YouTube] Former CBC News host Travis Dhanraj says he was 'pulled off the air' for fighting against bias - CBC NewsFormer CBC host Travis Dhanraj tells MPs of internal conflict over sources and political bias - Toronto Star Terry Newman: Finally, proof of what we've known all along — CBC is biased against conservatives - National PostJewish leaders demand action after 3 Toronto synagogue shootings in a week | Globalnews.caCan't Be Censored - YouTube    Sponsors:  Douglas:  Douglas is giving our listeners a FREE Sleep Bundle with each mattress purchase. Get the sheets, pillows, mattress and pillow protectors FREE with your Douglas purchase today.  Visit douglas.ca/canadaland to claim this offer. Fizz: Visit fizz.ca and activate a first plan using the referral code CAN25 to get 25$ off and 10GB of free data. If you value this podcast, Support us! You’ll get premium access to all our shows ad free, including early releases and bonus content. You’ll also get our exclusive newsletter, discounts on merch at our store, tickets to our live and virtual events, and more than anything, you’ll be a part of the solution to Canada’s journalism crisis, you’ll be keeping our work free and accessible to everybody.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    41 min
  6. The Killing of Nancy Grewal

    11 MAR

    The Killing of Nancy Grewal

    In February, controversial Sikh YouTuber Nancy Grewal told CBC News that she feared for her life. Days later, she was stabbed to death outside of Windsor, Ontario.  Was her murder related to her criticism of the Khalistan movement?  San Grewal of The Pointer joins to unpack the political pressures and misinformation shaping the reporting of the case. Host: Jesse Brown  Credits: James Nicholson (Producer), Kallan Lyons (Associate Producer and Fact Checking), Caleb Thompson (Audio Editor and Technical Producer), max collins (Director of Audio), Jesse Brown (Editor) Guest: San Grewal   Further reading:  Social media account touting Khalistani extremism claims responsibility for death of Windsor, Ont., woman | CBC News Slain Windsor woman expressed fears to CBC News days before she died - CBC News Nancy Grewal murder: Conflicting claims of responsibility emerge on social media - The Tribune Nancy Grewal's mother retracts allegations after daughter’s murder in Canada | Chandigarh News - The Times of IndiaNancy Grewal murder: Canadian Jewish groups seek terror tag for Khalistani extremists | Hindustan TimesCSIS flags extremist Khalistani activists as national security threat - The Globe and Mail India never provided their own evidence amid concerns about Sikh separatists in Canada: former NSIAs - CTV News Some million-dollar properties on list to be auctioned off by the city due to unpaid taxes - Calgary Herald Peter Mansbridge didn't tell Pierre Poilievre, podcast audience about work for South Korean firm | CBC News   Sponsors:  Douglas: Douglas is giving our listeners a FREE Sleep Bundle with each mattress purchase. Get the sheets, pillows, mattress and pillow protectors FREE with your Douglas purchase today. Visit douglas.ca/canadaland to claim this offer. Fizz: Visit fizz.ca and activate a first plan using the referral code CAN25 to get 25$ off and 10GB of free data. BetterHelp: Visit BetterHelp.com/canadaland today to get 10% off your first month. If you value this podcast, Support us! You’ll get premium access to all our shows ad free, including early releases and bonus content. You’ll also get our exclusive newsletter, discounts on merch at our store, tickets to our live and virtual events, and more than anything, you’ll be a part of the solution to Canada’s journalism crisis, you’ll be keeping our work free and accessible to everybody.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    37 min
  7. Why Governments Want to Ban Kids From AI and Social Media

    10 MAR

    Why Governments Want to Ban Kids From AI and Social Media

    AI chatbots are encouraging violence, social media is hurting kids, and Ottawa is still trying to figure out how to regulate the harms of the internet after two very public failed attempts. Host Noor Azrieh and Taylor Owen, professor and member of the federal task force on AI and online safety, dig into the federal government’s latest Online Harms push.  Why does regulating the internet, especially its nastier corners, keep proving so hard to actually do? PLUS, we hear from Thomas Juneau, former defence analyst and current professor of Middle Eastern security & intelligence, on what a possible Canadian intervention in the region could look like. Host: Noor Azrieh Credits: Aviva Lessard (Senior Producer), Sam Konnert (Host/Producer), Noor Azrieh (Host/Producer), Mia Johnson (Producer), Caleb Thompson (Audio Editor and Technical Producer), Max Collins (Director of Audio) Jesse Brown (Editor), Tony Wang (Artwork) Guests: Taylor Owen, Thomas Juneau Background reading: Canada could be the next nation to ban social media for kids – POLITICOOnline harms bill needs framework for reporting threats in AI chats, experts say – The Globe and MailJustin Ling: Canada has studied the problem of online harms enough. Now we need to solve it – Toronto StarThe world wants to ban children from social media, but there will be grave consequences for us all | Taylor Lorenz – The GuardianCanada’s rhetorical support for the war on Iran has an audience of one: Donald Trump– The Globe and Mail Sponsors:  Douglas is giving our listeners a FREE Sleep Bundle with each mattress purchase. Get the sheets, pillows, mattress and pillow protectors FREE with your Douglas purchase today at douglas.ca/canadaland Visit fizz.ca to learn more about Fizz mobile and its long list of added-value features, and activate a first plan using the referral code CAN25 to get 25$ off and 10GB of free data. Buy your next car today with CarGurus at cargurus.ca to make sure your big deal is the best deal. Did you know we have a monthly supporter-exclusive show? We just recorded an episode about rabbit holes, deep dives and obsessions. If you want to hear that (or if you want to catch up on all the great episodes of Off The Record you’ve missed!), you can listen to these amazing, support-exclusive episodes for cheap RIGHT NOW by going to canadaland.com/join.  If you value this podcast, Support us! You’ll get premium access to all our shows ad free, including early releases and bonus content. You’ll also get our exclusive newsletter, discounts on merch, tickets to our live and virtual events, and more than anything, you’ll be a part of the solution to Canada’s journalism crisis, you’ll be keeping our work free and accessible to everybody.  Can't get enough Canadaland? Follow @Canadaland_Podcasts on Instagram for clips, announcements, explainers and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    39 min
  8. A Reality Check with Iranian-Canadians

    9 MAR

    A Reality Check with Iranian-Canadians

    Canada is home to one of the largest Iranian communities outside of Iran in the world. There are over 280,000 Iranian Canadians living here.  The rallies they've held in recent months have been some of the largest that Canada has ever seen. According to the CBC last month, 350,000 people took to the streets in Toronto. And that was before the war had even begun. Today we’re checking in with three Iranian-Canadians as they watch history unfold. Host: Jesse Brown Credits:  Tristan Capacchione (Audio Editor and Technical Producer), Bruce Thorson (Senior Producer), max collins (Director of Audio), Jesse Brown (Editor and Publisher) Fact checking by Julian Abraham Additional music by Audio Network Photo: Sima Ghaffarzadeh More information: An estimated 350,000 people rally in Toronto in support of Iran protests, police say — CBCIranian-owned gym in Thornhill hit by gunfire — Global News Sponsors:  Fizz: Visit https://fizz.ca and activate a first plan using the referral code CAN25 to get 25$ off and 10GB of free data. Article: Article is offering our listeners $50 off your first purchase of $100 or more. To claim, visit https://article.com/canadaland and the discount will be automatically applied at checkout. BetterHelp:  Visit https://BetterHelp.com/canadaland today to get 10% off your first month. What is Happening Here: Travis Dhanraj in Conversation with CANADALAND's Jesse Brown Can’t get enough Canadaland? Follow @Canadaland_Podcasts on Instagram for clips, announcements, explainers and more. If you value this podcast, support us! You’ll get premium access to all our shows ad free, including early releases and bonus content. You’ll also get our exclusive newsletter, discounts on merch at our store, tickets to our live and virtual events, and more than anything, you’ll be a part of the solution to Canada’s journalism crisis, you’ll be keeping our work free and accessible to everybody. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    25 min

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