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As the 25th anniversary of 9/11 approaches, the CBC’s longstanding policy towards reporting on acts of terrorism suddenly became an international story.

A leaked internal CBC memo that instructed journalists not to refer to 9/11 as a terrorist attack without attribution sparked backlash on both sides of the border.

In the context of the trade war, CBC’s journalistic policy became a flashpoint for Republicans, with US Ambassador Pete Hoekstra suggesting it further jeopardized trade relations between Canada and the US.

Jen Gerson of The Line joins Julian Abraham to explain how the CBC escalated trade war tensions (even if it didn’t intend to) and what happens next now that the CBC changed its policy towards 9/11.

Host: Julian Abraham
Credits: James Nicholson (Producer), Tristan Capacchione (Senior Production Supervisor), Caleb Thompson (Mixing and Mastering), Jesse Brown (Editor)
Guest: Jen Gerson
Photo: Ken Lund

Further reading:

9/11 wasn't a 'terrorist attack,' according to the CBC | Toronto Sun
How and why CBC News will adjust its 9/11 language guidance - CBC
How CBC News uses the words 'terrorist,' 'terrorism' - CBC
CBC changed its terrorism policy for 9/11—but still not for Hamas - Canadian Jewish News
The CBC’s 9/11 terrorism scandal revealed the public broadcaster is operating in a separate reality than the public - The Hub
Opinion: CBC's refusal to distinguish between terrorism and war shows it can't think critically - National Post
Avi Benlolo: CBC's editorial choices around Islamic terror need to be investigated - National Post
Some voters alarmed by self-declaration requirement on mail-in ballots for Alberta referendum | CBC News
N.S. energy minister resigns after backlash over misogynistic rap lyrics - Halifax | Globalnews.ca

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BC’s Conservative caucus is hemorrhaging members. In the last three weeks, 8 MLAs have left the Conservative caucus, followed by accusations that paint a pretty clear picture: Whatever crisis is happening inside the BC Conservatives, Kerry-Lynne Findlay is at the centre of it.

Host Sam Konnert talks to BC political commentator and host of “This is Vancolor”, Mo Amir, to spell out what exactly is going on.

Host: Sam Konnert
Credits: Aviva Lessard (Senior Producer), Sam Konnert (Host/Producer), Noor Azrieh (Host/Producer), Caleb Thompson (Audio Editor and Technical Producer), Tristan Capacchione (Senior Production Supervisor), Jesse Brown (Editor), Tony Wang (Artwork)

Guests: Mo Amir
Photo: Taymaz Valley

Background reading:
Will Kerry-Lynne Findlay’s First Stand Also Be Her Last? – The Tyee
Another B.C. Conservative MLA steps away from party to sit as Independent – CBC News
B.C. Conservative caucus is down to 30. Here’s how it lost 14 members – Global News
RCMP ask to meet ex-B.C. Conservative who says he was offered job to quit as MLA – Toronto Star
Will British Columbia have a snap election? – Chek News

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In the history of journalism, there have been a number of iconic interviews. Interviews that defined a generation and uncovered truths from some of the biggest political scandals of the time. Richard Nixon, Monica Lewinsky, the ex-Duke of York formerly known as Prince Andrew, to name only a few.

Today, we bring you an interview with Nathen Mazri. Former Garfield Eats proprietor, former PPC candidate, and now, running for Toronto City Council in Ward 1 Etobicoke North. Will this interview be as era-defining as the others?

His CV is likely stranger than any other candidate, and his legally distinct Garfield (called Nathfield) campaign song probably isn’t going to top the charts. He only got 235 votes during the last federal election, so why does he think he has a shot at being mayor of Toronto in 2030?

Is he delusional? Or is his conviction so strong that he might just do it?

Further Reading:
Nathen Mazri
Canadian entrepreneur behind GarfieldEATS wants to disrupt fast-food, one lasagna at a time - Globe & Mail
Love Me, Feed Me, Never Leave Me: The Strange Saga of the World’s Greatest Garfield Restaurateur - MEL Magazine
I Ate Lasagna and Garfuccinos at the New Garfield-Themed Restaurant in Toronto - Food & Wine
Garfield pizza entrepreneur runs for PPC in Toronto Centre - Toronto Today
The Nathfield Podcast - Spotify

Host: Sam Konnert
Credits: Noor Azrieh (Producer), Aviva Lessard (Senior Producer), Chad Galloway (Audio Editing & Production), Tristan Capacchione (Senior Production Supervisor), Jesse Brown (Editor and Publisher)
Featured guest: Nathen Mazri

Fact checking by: Julian Abraham
Additional music by: Audio Network

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Canadians are increasingly getting their news from the New York Times.

As the NYT increases its global footprint, growing to over 3 million international subscribers, Canada remains its largest international market.

With its expansion of staff and Canadian coverage, The Times is competing for scoops with outlets like The Globe and Mail and CBC.

Will an American outlet eventually dominate Canadian news?

Host: San Grewal
Credits: James Nicholson (Producer), Kallan Lyons (Associate Producer and Fact Checker), Caleb Thompson (Mixing and Mastering), Tristan Capacchione (Senior Production Supervisor), Jesse Brown (Editor)
Guest: Morgan Campbell

Photo: Wilson Rivera

Further reading:
https://www.nytco.com/press/the-new-york-times-reaches-three-million-international-subscribers/
https://bayobserver.ca/new-york-times-insists-its-beefed-up-coverage-of-canada-has-nothing-to-do-with-trump/
https://pressgazette.co.uk/media-audience-and-business-data/media_metrics/most-popular-websites-news-world-monthly-2/
https://sherwood.news/business/the-new-york-times-is-a-games-company-with-a-newspaper-side-hustle/
#228 What's The New York Times Doing In Canada? - CANDALAND [Podcast]
Daejon Love case highlights online romance scams: Research reveals scammers’ tactics – and how to defend against them - The Conversation


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Seasonal news items are just a thing in the media biz and Back-to-School is a big one. So we wanted to flip that concept and rather than dish out our own advice, we asked you to call in with your own.

Look, we all know starting a school, especially at a new school, can be a stressful experience. But we all do it, and most of us get through it too. But if you’re nervous, or you know someone else who is nervous, here’s some advice from Canadaland’s audience to help you.

Plus a story from Reporter and Host Julian Abraham about the professor who inspired him to become a journalist.

Host: Sam Konnert
Credits: Tristan Capacchione (Producer), Tony Wang (Executive Producer), Jesse Brown (Publisher)

Photo by Ron Lach
Additional music by Audio Network

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