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Global National with Dawna Friesen
Global News
305 episodes
1 day ago
Global National with Dawna Friesen is Canada’s early evening national news podcast, and provides a distinctive voice and approach to the day’s top stories. Following its mission statement of “Story is everything,” the Global National team provides Canadians with in-depth analysis and perspective on important national and international events, connecting with audiences coast-to-coast, bringing clarity to the issues and news of the day. Global National has news bureaus and correspondents in every major Canadian city, as well as Washington and London. The multiple award-winning Global National has been voted Best Newscast by the Radio and Television News Directors Association (RTNDA) of Canada and by the Academy of Canadian Cinema & Television (Gemini Awards).
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Global National with Dawna Friesen is Canada’s early evening national news podcast, and provides a distinctive voice and approach to the day’s top stories. Following its mission statement of “Story is everything,” the Global National team provides Canadians with in-depth analysis and perspective on important national and international events, connecting with audiences coast-to-coast, bringing clarity to the issues and news of the day. Global National has news bureaus and correspondents in every major Canadian city, as well as Washington and London. The multiple award-winning Global National has been voted Best Newscast by the Radio and Television News Directors Association (RTNDA) of Canada and by the Academy of Canadian Cinema & Television (Gemini Awards).
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Episodes (20/305)
Global National with Dawna Friesen
Blue Jays hope to take World Series title; U.S. airports in disarray from shutdown
The Toronto Blue Jays look to capture their first World Series title in decades, as millions of fans across Canada rally to their cause for Game 6 against the L.A. Dodgers. Plus, the turbulent times at America's airports. A look at the delays and the dire staffing from the U.S. government shutdown. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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1 day ago
26 minutes

Global National with Dawna Friesen
Prince Andrew loses title, home; Blue Jays are one win away; U.S. nuclear tests
A further fall from grace: Prince Andrew is stripped of his honours and titles. Dawna Friesen explains what else he's losing. Back in Canada, the Toronto Blue Jays are on the brink of winning the World Series. Jeff Semple looks at how the Jays crushed the Los Angeles Dodgers last night, and the excitement building for tomorrow's Game 6. U.S. President Donald Trump orders nuclear tests in his country to resume for the first time in decades. Jackson Proskow explains why, and looks at the potentially dangerous domino effect. Mackenzie Gray reports from South Korea on how that country is hoping to win the bid to build Canada's next fleet of submarines. Mike Armstrong explains the uproar in Quebec over how the province wants to change the way it pays doctors. Redmond Shannon reports on the calls to intervene in Sudan's brutal civil war. And Canada's songbird is making a comeback. Heidi Petracek explains how two of Anne Murray's biggest fans helped the legendary singer release a new album, her first in nearly two decades. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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2 days ago
26 minutes

Global National with Dawna Friesen
Hurricane Melissa's destruction; Hoekstra's tirade about anti-tariff ad
Hurricane Melissa is one of the most intense storms to ever hit the Caribbean. Jackson Proskow shows you the trail of devastation left behind in Jamaica, Haiti, and Cuba; and tells you where the storm is headed now. The Bank of Canada slashes its trendsetting interest rate again. Anne Gaviola explains why, and whether more cuts are coming. Prime Minister Mark Carney had dinner with U.S. President Donald Trump in South Korea. The meal was hosted by South Korean President Lee Jae Myung. So how did things go? Mackenzie Gray reports from Gyeongju. Ontario Premier Doug Ford is calling on U.S. Ambassador to Canada Pete Hoekstra to apologize for going on a profanity-laced tirade over the Ontario government's anti-tariff ad. While teachers have been mandated back at work across Alberta, an even bigger labour problem could be brewing. As Heather Yourex-West explains, the provincial government's use of the notwithstanding clause has led to a coalition of Alberta unions threatening to organize a general strike. Canadian-made sniper rifles are being used by Russians on the battlefield in Ukraine despite sanctions banning military exports to Russia. Jeff Semple explains why Russia doesn't use domestic rifles, and how the firearms manufacturer is reacting to the revelation. Plus, grit and glamour: Eric Sorensen reports on the celebrities watching the World Series, as the Toronto Blue Jays dodged defeat last night to even the score. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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3 days ago
26 minutes

Global National with Dawna Friesen
Hurricane Melissa's landfall; Israel strikes Gaza; Alta. teachers push back
Hurricane Melissa makes landfall in Jamaica, with winds that neared 300 kilometres per hour. Jackson Proskow reports on the havoc the storm is wreaking, the fears of flash flooding and landslides, and hears from two Montrealers caught in the crosshairs of the storm. Global News meteorologist Anthony Farnell looks at how Melissa compares to some other strong hurricanes. The fragile Israel-Hamas ceasefire is now on even shakier ground as both sides accuse each other of violating their agreement again. Mike Armstrong explains why Israel launched more attacks on Gaza, what Hamas is being accused of, and how Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is under immense pressure. Alberta schools will be back in session Wednesday after the provincial government used the notwithstanding clause to force striking teachers back to work. Heather Yourex-West explains how labour groups are vowing to fight back, and how it's not the first time a provincial government has made the same move. A Halifax teenager is facing multiple child pornography charges linked to an online extremist group preying on vulnerable children and teenagers. Heidi Petracek explains what the boy is accused of, how the group reaches its victims, and how parents can protect their children. There are new warnings about a conflict the world has ignored for more than two years. Redmond Shannon explains why the United Nations believes Sudan's civil war is about to get much worse. Also, why Amazon and Canada Post are cutting jobs. Plus, "Fawlty Towers" star Prunella Scales has died at the age of 93. And Monday's marathon matchup had MLB fans up very late and very disappointed. Eric Sorensen reports from Los Angeles on the hopes the Toronto Blue Jays can bounce back. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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4 days ago
26 minutes

Global National with Dawna Friesen
Doug Ford not backing down; Alberta teachers forced back to work
U.S. President Donald Trump has cancelled all trade talks with Prime Minister Mark Carney because of Ontario Premier Doug Ford's anti-tariff ad that ran in the U.S. Dawna Friesen looks at how Ford is making no apologies, and who is supporting him, while Mackenzie Gray looks at whether trade negotiations can be salvaged, and where this leaves Carney. Back in Ottawa, David Akin reports on some of the measures being promised in the federal budget, including a tax credit for workers and funding for worker training programs. Over in Alberta, the provincial government is invoking the notwithstanding clause to force teachers to go back to work. Heather Yourex-West explains when students could return to classrooms, how labour groups are vowing to fight back, and what could happen to individual teachers who defy the back-to-work order. Jackson Proskow looks at how people in Jamaica are bracing for Hurricane Melissa, which could be the strongest storm on record to ever hit the island. Jeff Semple reports on Canadian-born activist Moninder Singh speaking publicly about the threats to his life, and why Singh believes the Indian government is involved. Plus, Eric Sorensen reports from Los Angeles, where the Toronto Blue Jays and their fans are on enemy turf for Game 3 of the World Series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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5 days ago
26 minutes

Global National with Dawna Friesen
Canada seeks trade alliances in Asia; Louvre jewelry heist suspects arrested
Prime Minister Mark Carney pitches new trade alliances at the ASEAN summit in Asia, after U.S. President Donald Trump terminates trade talks and raises tariffs. Plus. French police arrest suspects for that brazen daytime heist at the Louvre. But have they recovered the stolen crown jewels? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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6 days ago
26 minutes

Global National with Dawna Friesen
Trump slaps tariff increase on Canada; Blue Jays dominate Game 1 of World Series
U.S. President Donald Trump announces a tariff increase for Canada, as he remains angry over an Ontario government ad condemning his trade war. It's all happening as both he and Prime Minister Mark Carney land in Asia for a high-stakes summit. Plus, the Blue Jays crush the start of the World Series against the L.A. Dodgers, sending Toronto into a tizzy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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1 week ago
26 minutes

Global National with Dawna Friesen
Trump terminates trade talks with Canada; Blue Jays kick off World Series
U.S. President Donald Trump cancels trade negotiations with Canada again, angry over an Ontario government TV ad that condemns tariffs through the words of a former president. Plus, the big day for the Blue Jays. The excitement in Toronto and across Canada, for game 1 of the World Series against the L.A. Dodgers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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1 week ago
26 minutes

Global National with Dawna Friesen
Special contact lenses, X-rays: FBI busts gambling ring linked to NBA, Mafia
The NBA and multiple notorious Mafia families have been hit by the FBI's sweeping allegations of illegal sports gambling and rigging of poker games. Jeff Semple looks at who's been arrested; and the allegations that include special contact lenses and X-rays in what FBI director Kash Patel says is "tens of millions of dollars in fraud and theft and robbery across a multi-year investigation." Back in Canada, the federal and Ontario government are shelling out a combined $3 billion to build four small modular nuclear reactors, which the Canadian Climate Institute says are a "potential source of reliable, emissions-free electricity." David Akin looks at what the investment could mean for the economy. The federal government is forging ahead with long-promised legislation aimed at toughening bail laws, and making sentencing laws for repeat and violent offenders stricter. Jillian Piper explains what's changing, the reaction, and what still needs addressing. Heather Yourex-West looks at when Alberta teachers could be forced to go back to work, how thousands of angry educators made their voices heard outside the Alberta Legislature, and how parents are feeling about the labour dispute. Redmond Shannon explains the new sanctions on two of Russia's major oil companies, and what Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is urging the European Union to do. Plus, on the eve of the World Series, Eric Sorensen hears how the Toronto Blue Jays are feeling. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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1 week ago
26 minutes

Global National with Dawna Friesen
Russia strikes Ukrainian kindergarten; Carney's budget preview
Ukraine's retaliation against Russia could ramp up. Dawna Friesen tells you about the weapons Ukraine can now use to hit back at Russia, and Jackson Proskow reports on Russia's deadly strike on a kindergarten, and the meeting U.S. President Donald Trump and NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte. Prime Minister Mark Carney delivered a speech tonight that broadly outlined his economic plans for Canada. Mackenzie Gray reports on what Carney revealed; and Anne Gaviola looks at the projections the federal deficit could rise to its highest level in decades. Heather Yourex-West reports on the plea from wildfire survivors and firefighters, and the three things they're asking Ottawa for. Jillian Piper reports on what the Vatican says it will finally do with dozens of Indigenous artifacts. Plus, major failures: the Louvre's director talks about the lapses that allowed Sunday's daring heist to happen. And money on the mound: Nicole Di Donato looks at how Toronto businesses are banking for a windfall from the World Series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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1 week ago
27 minutes

Global National with Dawna Friesen
Blue Jays joy; Canada Revenue Agency criticized; White House construction
Batter up! The Blue Jays are headed to the World Series, ending a 32-year drought. Eric Sorensen looks back at how last night's Game 7 unfolded, and the countdown to Friday's matchup against the Los Angeles Dodgers; and Nicole Di Donato hears from elated fans, and looks at how much tickets are going for. In Ottawa, David Akin reports on Defence Minister David McGuinty's ambitious plan to beef up defence spending. Jillian Piper reports on Auditor General Karen Hogan's findings that the Canada Revenue Agency's call centres are backlogged and give bad advice. Mackenzie Gray explains why General Motors (GM) is pulling the plug on its production of electric vans in Ontario, and how Premier Doug Ford is considering legal action. Heidi Petracek explains what drove up inflation in September, and how people are being affected. Plus: Jackson Proskow explains why part of the White House is being demolished, what U.S. President Donald Trump is building, and who's paying for it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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1 week ago
26 minutes

Global National with Dawna Friesen
Amazon not on cloud 9; Landowners in limbo; Missing boy's mom speaks
An outage at Amazon Web Services (AWS) broke a huge chunk of the internet today. Heidi Petracek explains what caused it, and what the world needs to learn from it. Some homeowners in Richmond, B.C. are in limbo over the B.C. Supreme Court's landmark ruling on Aboriginal land titles. Neetu Garcha explains the fears some residents could lose their homes. Heather Yourex-West speaks with the mother of Darius Macdougall, the little Alberta boy who vanished a month ago. Meagan Bernicky tells Heather what she believes happened to Darius; and Heather explains why the RCMP aren't investigating the boy's disappearance as a kidnapping. Also, Mackenzie Gray explains how Finance and Revenue Minister François-Philippe Champagne is defending the federal government's decision to exempt some Chinese and American steel and aluminum imports from counter tariffs. Redmond Shannon looks at how Israel and Hamas are testing the limits of their ceasefire agreement, and how U.S. President Donald Trump is confident that peace in the Middle East will hold. Plus, Eric Sorensen hits up the streets of Toronto to speak with nervous Blue Jays fans, who are anxious for seventh heaven after tonight's winner-take-all matchup against the Seattle Mariners. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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1 week ago
25 minutes

Global National with Dawna Friesen
Gaza ceasefire on thin ice after strikes; Brazen daytime heist at the Louvre
Israel unleashes new airstrikes on Gaza, accusing Hamas of violating the ceasefire agreement. The violence and disputes pushing the truce to the brink. Plus, how did thieves break in and steal jewelry from the Louvre, the world's largest museum, in broad daylight? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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1 week ago
26 minutes

Global National with Dawna Friesen
'No Kings' protests rally against Trump; Carney government drops more tariffs
Millions of protesters across the U.S. and around the world march against the Trump administration. We look at the second round of 'No Kings' demonstrations, driven by fears of authoritarianism in America. Plus, elbows drop. Why Canada has quietly reversed more counter-tariffs on the U.S. and now China as well. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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2 weeks ago
26 minutes

Global National with Dawna Friesen
Canada beefs up border security; Prince Andrew loses royal title; Help for non-violent Indigenous offenders
The federal government unveils its ambitious new plan to crack down on border crimes, with hundreds of new officers. Plus, Prince Andrew is a duke no more, as he remains plagued by scandals linked to Jeffrey Epstein. And the new initiative helping non-violent Indigenous offenders with the power of ceremony. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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2 weeks ago
26 minutes

Global National with Dawna Friesen
Feds' crime crackdown plan; Palestinian state dreams; Goalie returns to NHL
Prime Minister Mark has unveiled his plans to make sweeping changes to Canada's criminal justice system. David Akin explains how Carney is promising to get tougher on violent criminals, repeat offenders, sexual offenders, and retail thieves; and what an accused person will have to do if they want bail. In the West Bank, Jeff Semple reports on the new development crushing dreams of a Palestinian statehood. Jackson Proskow explains how U.S. President Donald Trump has authorized the CIA to conduct covert operations inside Venezuela. Diane Keaton's family is speaking out about how the Oscar-winning actor died. After being acquitted in the World Juniors sex assault trial, goaltender Carter Hart is returning to the NHL. What his new team is saying about its decision. Plus, the Blue Jays have bounced back. Eric Sorensen reports from Seattle on the team's hopes they can maintain momentum by sending one of its best pitchers to the mound. And Tim Sargeant heads to a Quebec school, where Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen fielded questions from some young and curious minds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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2 weeks ago
26 minutes

Global National with Dawna Friesen
Stellantis shifts gears; N.L. turns Tory blue; Blue Jays pride invades Seattle
Stellantis has decided to move some production from Canada to the U.S., leaving thousands of jobs on the line. Jillian Piper reports on how American tariffs are being blamed, and the threats of legal action. The results are in from Newfoundland and Labrador's election, and the province has become Tory blue for the first time in 14 years. Heidi Petracek reports on the challenges ahead for Progressive Conservative Premier-designate Tony Wakeham. Redmond Shannon reports on the rising concerns about the exchange of the bodies of Israeli hostages and Palestinian prisoners; and how pressure is piling on Hamas to drop its weapons. Jeff Semple introduces you to some of the Canadians in Israel trying to rebuild their lives after the Oct. 7, 2023 attacks. Heather Yourex-West explains why Assembly of First Nations (AFN) National Chief Cindy Woodhouse Nepinak says Canada's justice system is in crisis, and how grieving families are demanding changes. Plus, Blue Jays fever has descended over Seattle, where fans are hoping their team bounces back. Eric Sorensen reports from the Emerald City. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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2 weeks ago
26 minutes

Global National with Dawna Friesen
Gaza ceasefire cracks; West Bank's future; Repairing Canada-India relations
Cracks are showing in the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas. Redmond Shannon explains why Israel is still restricting aid into Gaza, and what U.S. President Donald Trump is warning could happen if Hamas doesn't disarm; and Jeff Semple travelled to the West Bank to speak with residents about the territory's uncertain future. The Pentagon has issued an ultimatum to journalists. Dawna Friesen explains the restrictive new rules and why most news organizations are rejecting them. Canada is on a mission to repair its relationship with India. Jillian Piper explains why many people in the Sikh community are worried. Heidi Petracek reports from St. John's as the ballots were being counted in Newfoundland and Labrador's election. Heather Yourex-West explains how students and teachers are feeling with the second week of the Alberta teachers strike underway. Plus: an alternate way to help Indigenous offenders: Neetu Garcha is in Prince George, B.C. to tell you about a new, first-of-its-kind facility. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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2 weeks ago
26 minutes

Global National with Dawna Friesen
Israeli hostages, Palestinian prisoners freed; Canada's role in Gaza
Israeli's surviving hostages are finally experiencing freedom after their excruciating 738-day ordeal. Jeff Semple reports on the celebrations in Tel Aviv. Redmond Shannon reports on how Gazans are celebrating the return of hundreds of Palestinian prisoners who were held by Israel without charge. Jackson Proskow explains what factors could determine whether peace lasts in the Middle East. Jillian Piper looks at Canada's potential role in Gaza's future, as well as the moment between Prime Minister Mark Carney and U.S. President Donald Trump caught on a hot mic. Plus, Anne Gaviola explains why the Blue Jays' extended playoff run might not be a home run for Toronto's economy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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2 weeks ago
26 minutes

Global National with Dawna Friesen
Final hours before Israel-Hamas hostage exchange; Mysterious car graveyard in Manitoba
A surge of humanitarian aid enters Gaza, as Israel counts down to the release of the remaining hostages. The U.S. president travels to the region, to seal the deal. Plus, an underwater mystery in Manitoba. Who left a graveyard of vehicles in the Red River? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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2 weeks ago
25 minutes

Global National with Dawna Friesen
Global National with Dawna Friesen is Canada’s early evening national news podcast, and provides a distinctive voice and approach to the day’s top stories. Following its mission statement of “Story is everything,” the Global National team provides Canadians with in-depth analysis and perspective on important national and international events, connecting with audiences coast-to-coast, bringing clarity to the issues and news of the day. Global National has news bureaus and correspondents in every major Canadian city, as well as Washington and London. The multiple award-winning Global National has been voted Best Newscast by the Radio and Television News Directors Association (RTNDA) of Canada and by the Academy of Canadian Cinema & Television (Gemini Awards).