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Prime Minister Mark Carney joined the leaders of the U.K. and France in condemning Israel's strike in Qatar on Tuesday, with Carney saying 'such attacks pose a grave risk of escalating conflict throughout the region.' Former Canadian ambassadors and experts discuss whether the peace talks hosted by Qatar can be revived and whether Israel has crossed a line by striking a U.S. ally, with former ambassador to Israel Jon Allen saying U.S. President Donald Trump 'seems unable to control a rogue Israeli prime minister.' Plus, Bloc Québécois deputy house leader Alexis Deschênes discusses how far his party may be willing to support the Liberal government when the House of Commons returns next week.

Veterans For Healing CEO & Founder Fabian Henry, from Nova Scotia, is a former Canadian Armed Forces soldier deeply dedicated to veterans' well-being. With a dynamic career, Fabian specialized in combat engineering, serving on six deployments including Afghanistan, Haiti, and Pakistan.  Post-military, Fabian leads in developing precise veteran recovery processes. As an award-winning social entrepreneur and advocate, he's founded corps and non-profits, forging an integrated platform for veterans navigating post-service life. His commitment arises from facing adversity, enduring PTSD, hearing loss, and addiction due to prescription painkillers. Fabian's own journey drives his mission to transform veteran care. His visionary leadership creates a compassionate space for veterans to heal, find hope, and renewed purpose. He is the subject of a Kim Saltarski produced documentary titled, 'About Turn The Documentary'.

Daily Dad Jokes (05 Aug 2025) The official Daily Dad Jokes Podcast electronic button now available on Amazon. The perfect gift for dad! Click here here to view! Email Newsletter: Looking for more dad joke humor to share? Then subscribe to our new weekly email newsletter. It's our weekly round-up of the best dad jokes, memes, and humor for you to enjoy. Spread the laughs, and groans, and sign up today! Click here to subscribe! Listen to the Daily Dad Jokes podcast here: https://dailydadjokespodcast.com/ or search "Daily Dad Jokes" in your podcast app. Interested in Business and Finance news? Then listen to our sister show: The Daily Business and Finance Show. Check out the website here or search "Daily Business and Finance Show" in your podcast app. Jokes sourced and curated from reddit.com/r/dadjokes. Joke credits: Cmonsta80, BeardedPizza69420, Yokelele, berkleysquare, generalcanoli00, Slowloris81, TheHoneyRaider, Swibbz, Swibbz, Embarrassed-Donut-67, UniverslBoxOfficeGuy, Prestigious_Ad_4911, iShitSkittles, , johnneyblaze, dorrdon, golfballahwhackerguy, topjockin, DENelson83, Hemenocent, RomeoJullietWiskey Subscribe to this podcast via: iHeartMedia Spotify iTunes Google Podcasts YouTube Channel Social media: Instagram Facebook Twitter TikTok Discord Interested in advertising or sponsoring our show? Contact us at mediasales@klassicstudios.com Produced by Klassic Studios using AutoGen Podcast technology (http://klassicstudios.com/autogen-podcasts/) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Daily Dad Jokes (05 Aug 2025) The official Daily Dad Jokes Podcast electronic button now available on Amazon. The perfect gift for dad! Click here here to view! Email Newsletter: Looking for more dad joke humor to share? Then subscribe to our new weekly email newsletter. It's our weekly round-up of the best dad jokes, memes, and humor for you to enjoy. Spread the laughs, and groans, and sign up today! Click here to subscribe! Listen to the Daily Dad Jokes podcast here: https://dailydadjokespodcast.com/ or search "Daily Dad Jokes" in your podcast app. Interested in Business and Finance news? Then listen to our sister show: The Daily Business and Finance Show. Check out the website here or search "Daily Business and Finance Show" in your podcast app. Jokes sourced and curated from reddit.com/r/dadjokes. Joke credits: Cmonsta80, BeardedPizza69420, Yokelele, berkleysquare, generalcanoli00, Slowloris81, TheHoneyRaider, Swibbz, Swibbz, Embarrassed-Donut-67, UniverslBoxOfficeGuy, Prestigious_Ad_4911, iShitSkittles, , johnneyblaze, dorrdon, golfballahwhackerguy, topjockin, DENelson83, Hemenocent, RomeoJullietWiskey Subscribe to this podcast via: iHeartMedia Spotify iTunes Google Podcasts YouTube Channel Social media: Instagram Facebook Twitter TikTok Discord Interested in advertising or sponsoring our show? Contact us at mediasales@klassicstudios.com Produced by Klassic Studios using AutoGen Podcast technology (http://klassicstudios.com/autogen-podcasts/) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Five former Canadian junior hockey players have been acquitted in a sexual assault case that rattled the nation. Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports.

The odds of Canada securing a new trade deal with the United States by August 1st is highly unlikely, according to David MacNaughton. He served as Canada's Ambassador to the United States during President Trump's first term in office. MacNaughton explains where the negotiation process is at. On today's show: Heavy metal legend and Black Sabbath frontman Ozzy Osbourne has died at the age of 76, leaving behind a historic musical legacy and inspiring generations of artists. Dr. Kwadwo Kyeremanteng, a palliative care physician at The Ottawa Hospital, tackles this week's Explainer question: How do you assess which Summer activities are worth the risk? The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Laura D'Angelo, Jeff Rutledge, and Stephanie Levitz. The U.K. government has announced plans to lower its voting age to 16 years old. Should Canada do the same? We go 1-on-1 with Manitoba Senator Marilou McPhedran, who has introduced a bill in the Canadian Senate that would do just that.

Former Canadian politician and federal minister, Lisa Raitt, joins the Jerry Agar show for Party for Two. Ontario is looking to revamp college and university funding as early as next spring; Toronto Star education reporter Kristin Rushowy explains. The Montreal Economic Institute (MEI) argues that Canada's project approval process should be swift by default. MEI director of research, Krystle Wittevrongel, speaks with Jerry. It's Friday! Touchdowns and Fumbles is back with Bob Reid.

Tonight on the Brian Crombie Radio Hour, Brian interviews Bryon Wilfert about Fired MPs, or at least life after losing an election. The Honourable Bryon Wilfert, PC, ICD.D, is a former MP who was the Asia Pacific critic for the Liberal Party and former foreign affairs and defence critic. He is currently a senior strategic adviser with Tactix Government Relations and Public Affairs in Ottawa. He holds the Order of the Rising Sun — Gold/Silver Star from Japan.This interview focuses on the experiences and challenges faced by former Canadian politicians after leaving office, including the support services provided by the Canadian Association of Former Parliamentarians and the unique difficulties of electoral defeat. The recent federal election resulted in a large influx of new members, with many unexpected losses due to electoral shifts and vote splitting. The discussion covered various aspects of political life after parliament, including career transitions, mental health challenges, and the importance of having an exit strategy while in office. The conversation concluded with a discussion of Canada's foreign policy approach toward China, emphasizing the value of strategic engagement and maintaining balanced economic and political relationships.

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André Pratte, communications consultant and former Canadian senator

Former Canadian diplomats posted in Israel and Iran break down the U.S. president's announcement that Iran and Israel have 'fully agreed' to a ceasefire beginning overnight Monday, including why Iran would accept the end of the conflict hours after retaliatory strikes targeting a U.S. military base in Qatar. Plus, retired vice-admiral Mark Norman evaluates how much the security pact that Canada and the European Union signed Monday can bolster Canada's defence industry, and the message it sends to Washington about Canada's push to be less reliant on the U.S.

Join us as we chat in our final episode with Tessa Virtue. We chat about her Olympic journey success, community work and everything in between

Vassy Kapelos is joined by Former Canadian ambassador to Jordan, Iraq and the United Arab Emirates Arif Lalani, Former Middle East analyst at the Department of National Defence Thomas Juneau, Former Prime Minister Joe Clark, Supreme Court Chief Justice Richard Wagner and a panel of political strategists.

Former Canadian head of mission in Iran Dennis Horak and former Canadian ambassador to Israel Jon Allen discuss why Israel decided to strike at the heart of Iran's nuclear program despite the risk of regional escalation, and evaluate whether Iran has the capacity for greater retaliation after initial volleys of dozens of missiles. Plus, our political insiders weigh in on what Prime Minister Mark Carney can accomplish when he's face to face with U.S. President Donald Trump at the G7 summit in Alberta next week.

Marc Garneau has died at the age of 76. He was the first Canadian to go into space and flew on three space shuttle missions. From 2001 to 2005, he was president of the Canadian Space Agency. Garneau then entered politics and was elected to the House of Commons in 2008. Former Canadian astronaut and former Governor General, Julie Payette joined Andrew Carter to pay tribute to him. Image: CP PHOTO/Andre Pichette

A.M. Edition for May 27. President Trump gives the European Union a reprieve on his threat to impose 50% tariffs on June 1 if a trade deal isn't reached. The WSJ's Kim Mackrael in Brussels talks us through the negotiations. Plus, Trump weighs sanctions against Russia as Moscow pummels Ukraine with drones and missiles. And Canada's new leader Mark Carney takes up the task of fixing the country's relationship with Trump. Former Canadian diplomat Colin Robertson previews King Charles's historic speech at the opening of parliament. Azhar Sukri hosts.  Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Former Canadian ambassador to Israel Jon Allen and University of Ottawa professor Thomas Juneau discuss how allies will respond to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's vow to control all of Gaza at the end of the war, after Canada, France and the U.K. made a statement warning Israel to stop its offensive and allow aid into the strip. Allen calls the Israeli military's firing of 'warning shots' in the vicinity of a group of diplomats in the West Bank — which Canada's foreign minister says included four Canadian personnel — 'almost unheard of,' adding that the lack of protection is 'unconscionable.' Plus, CBC's Katie Simpson has the latest on how U.S. President Donald Trump confronted South African President Cyril Ramaphosa in the Oval Office with baseless claims about targeted killings of white farmers. 

Party for Two- GUEST: Mark Towhey - NEWSTALK 1010 pundit and former Canadian Forces member. SAG-AFTRA files complaint over Fortnite’s AI Darth Vader & Darth Vader swearing GUEST: Carmi Levy - Newstalk1010 tech expert

Steven MacKinnon, Government House Leader; Micharl Kovrig, Former Canadian diplomat; The Front Bench with: Brian Gallant, Tony Clement & Nathan Cullen.

Face to face, but not quite eye to eye. Former Canadian ambassador to Washington Frank McKenna says that, despite his bluster about the 51st state, when Mark Carney visited the White House, the president seemed to respect the prime minister.  From bad to worse to worse. The head of a British charity supporting Palestinians tells us he's trying to stay hopeful, despite Israeli plans that promise to make life for civilians in Gaza even more dangerous. Zero compromise on zero tolerance. As cardinals gather in Rome to choose a new Pope, a survivor of sexual abuse tells us now has to be the time for the Catholic church to make things right.It's a free country; well, right now, it's a free province. But we hear from activist Dennis Modry who says Alberta should be its own country -- and is confident a referendum would deliver just that verdict.The needles and the damage undone. During the NHL playoffs, an Edmonton Oilers fanatic is crocheting emotional support chickens for her fellow stressed-out fans -- in the hopes that her handiwork will unknit their brows. Thrust into the limb-light. We'll cuttle up with the cuttlefish -- which science suggests is using its many flexible arms to communicate in some kind of sign language.As It Happens, the Tuesday Edition. Radio that's also available as a cephalopodcast. 

Dublin will be awash with former heads of state and government officials when the InterAction Council holds its 39th Annual Plenary Meeting here next week Tuesday, May 6th. The gathering will discuss the global challenges facing us, from politics to AI. One of the speakers involved is former Canadian Prime Minister Jean Chrétien, who joins Anton to chat about how Canada is responding to Donald Trump's presidency and more.

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Former Canadian cabinet member and astronomer Marc Garneau discusses the current political climate and US - Canada relations.

Former Canadian tennis player, commentator, and coach Sharon Fichman returns to Match Point Canada this week! The four-time WTA doubles titlist discusses her decision around retirement, passion for coaching, and also discusses some top Canadian prospects and what makes Victoria Mboko great. Hosts Ben and Mike also break down the latest action and surprises across the Miami Open! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former Canadian diplomat Michael Kovrig joins Vassy Kapelos, Kovrig said China's execution of Canadians is 'demonstrating what kind of China it wants the world to see.' Listen to the full conversation. On todays show: Listen to Vassy's full conversation with Former ambassador to the U.S. David MacNaughton and Jody Tomas, former national security advisor to Justin Trudeau, as they discuss Canada's trade strategy. CTV science and technology specialist Dan Riskin joins Vassy Kapelos for the weekly segment Talk Science to Me. Vassy Kapelos hosts ‘The Daily Debrief’ political panel discussion with Laura Stone, Queen’s Park reporter with The Globe and Mail, Robert Benzie, Queen’s Park Bureau Chief for the Toronto Star, and Mike Le Couteur, Senior Political Correspondent, CTV National News. Bill Robson, President and CEO of the C.D. Howe Institute joins Vassy to discuss C.D. Howe Institute’s 2025 Shadow Budget report.

President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China have world leaders and markets reacting sharply. Speaking from Parliament Hill last week, Prime Minister Trudeau says Canada will immediately begin implementing 25 per cent tariffs against 155 billion dollars' worth of American Goods. Trudeau bluntly called Trump's blanket tariffs “dumb”, and said Canadians “will not back down from a fight.” How will these tariffs impact Canadian industries and sectors? And how should Canadian officials approach negotiations and trade talks moving forward? To help us explore Canada's next steps, former Canadian ambassador to the U.S. during the Obama and Trump administrations, David MacNaughton, joins the show today. Recorded on March 5, 2025. At Fidelity, our mission is to build a better future for Canadian investors and help them stay ahead. We offer investors and institutions a range of innovative and trusted investment portfolios to help them reach their financial and life goals. Fidelity mutual funds and ETFs are available by working with a financial advisor or through an online brokerage account. Visit fidelity.ca/howtobuy for more information. For a fourth year in a row, FidelityConnects by Fidelity Investments Canada was ranked #1 podcast by Canadian financial advisors in the 2024 Environics' Advisor Digital Experience Study.

Former Canadian intelligence official Dan Stanton warns that recent cuts to U.S. intelligence agencies under the Trump administration could make the country vulnerable to another 9/11-style attack, with implications for Canada as well. Guest: Dan Stanton - Director of the National Security Program at the University of Ottawa and Former Executive Director of CSIS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Former Canadian politician, Stockwell Day, joins Joseph Backholm to shed some light on what is happening with our neighbors to the north. From potential trade wars to a shift in power, Canadians are not only braving the cold this winter but also a constantly changing political and economic climate.

U.S. President Donald Trump promised a trade 'overhaul' during his second inauguration, but didn't act on his threat of 25 per cent tariffs. Foreign Affairs Minister Mélanie Joly discusses the federal Liberals' adjusted strategy from their cabinet retreat in Quebec. Former Canadian ambassador to the U.S. David MacNaughton reveals his insights on Trump's negotiating tactics from the first administration. Plus, NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh proposes a 'dollar-for-dollar' tariff response and beyond.

Canada needs to get its act together on national security and economic matters to meet the challenges of Trump 2.0. Former Canadian ambassador David MacNaughton shares his insight on what happens next.

Premiers and the federal Liberals say they're uniting for a "Team Canada" response to U.S. president-elect Donald Trump's 25 per cent tariff threat. Former Canadian ambassador to the U.S. David MacNaughton discusses what the united front can accomplish, and Newfoundland and Labrador Premier Andrew Furey weighs in on whether the prime minister's meeting with premiers yesterday actually produced a plan of action. 

Host Vassy Kapelos discusses the week's top political stories with Alberta Premier Danielle Smith, Former Canadian ambassador to the U.S. Derek Burney, Monk + Associates Kathleen Monk, CTV News political analyst Scott Reid, Rubcon Strategy's Kory Teneycke, Ottawa Bureau Chief for La Presse Joel-Denis Bellavance, Senior political reporter for The Globe and Mail Stephanie Levitz and The Canadian Press reporter Nojoud Al Mallees.

What does a former Canadian foreign affairs and defense minister see awaiting Canada from the new Donald Trump administration in the U.S.? How might things change? Guest: Peter MacKay. Former Canadian Foreign Affairs Minister, Minister of Defence, and the last leader of the Progressive Conservative Party of Canada. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Vassy Kapelos discusses the week's top political stories with Former Canadian ambassador to the U.S. David McNaughton and former U.S. ambassador to Canada Kelly Craft; Monk + Associates Kathleen Monk, CTV News political analyst Scott Reid, Rubcon Strategy's Tory Teneycke, former Conservative cabinet minister James Moore, Senator Hassan Yussuff, Author Stephen Maher, The Globe and Mail's Marieke Walsh and the Toronto Star's Robert Benzie. 

Greg Brady focused in on a story that is making headlines not just in Canada, but south of the border too, is the fact that a former Canadian Olympian is charged in connection with a massive cocaine bust AND alleged murders.  Next, It's not too often that politicians get involved in romantic relationships, but NDP MPP Catherine Fife is doing just that.  She's here to blast a callous system that would fail to keep partners together in Long Term Care facilities. Lastly, Cathy Parkes. She is with the advocacy group, 'The Ontario Health Coalition' - wanting to ensure better care for nursing home residents. Her father went through a terrible experience at one such nursing home, where he ultimately died due to starvation and dehydration. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A former Canadian Olympian is labelled a fugitive cocaine kingpin; and Israel claims it has killed the mastermind of the October 7 attacks; and, a Minecraft world educates students about a Manitoba First Nation.

The Bloc Québécois is ramping up pressure on the Liberal government to meet its demands over more money for seniors – or face an election. But that would cost a lot. Like, billions. The House sits down with Daniel Thibeault, host of Radio-Canada's politics program Les Coulisses du Pouvoir to understand whether the Bloc is angling for an election. Then, as the world prepares to mark one year since Hamas' horrific attack on Israel, The House has the highlights of an emergency debate in the House of Commons about the crisis. Then, two Middle East experts discuss what can be done to prevent a wider war from breaking out.Plus, fish harvesters in Newfoundland's northern peninsula say politics is getting in the way of them making a living. The House hears the fishermen's frustrations, then asks Liberal and Conservative MPs about concerns over the lifting of the decades-old cod moratorium.This episode features the voices of: Daniel Thibeault, host of Radio Canada's Coulisses de PouvoirThomas Juneau, University of Ottawa professorDennis Horak, Former Canadian head of mission in IranCBC's Caroline Hillier Liberal MP Mike KellowayConservative MP Rick Perkins

Veterans For Healing CEO & Founder Fabian Henry, hailing from Nova Scotia, is a former Canadian Armed Forces soldier deeply dedicated to veterans' well-being. With a dynamic career, Fabian specialized in combat engineering, serving on six deployments including Afghanistan, Haiti, and Pakistan.  Post-military, Fabian leads in developing precise veteran recovery processes. As an award-winning social entrepreneur and advocate, he's founded corps and non-profits, forging an integrated platform for veterans navigating post-service life. His commitment arises from facing adversity, enduring PTSD, hearing loss, and addiction due to prescription painkillers. Fabian's own journey drives his mission to transform veteran care. His visionary leadership creates a compassionate space for veterans to heal, find hope, and renewed purpose. He is the subject of a Kim Saltarski produced documentary titled, 'About Turn The Documentary'.

Ukraine's military pushes further into Russia Guest: General Rick Hillier. Former Canadian Chief of the Defence Staff Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Talk of an imminent ceasefire between Israel and Hamas                 Guest: Vivian Bercovici - Former Canadian Ambassador to Israel Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Richard Syrett Show, August 2nd, 2024 Subscribe to Richard's newsletter, "Why I Fight" Scroll to bottom of page https://sauga960am.ca/programs/the-richard-syrett-show Former Canadian powerlifter speaks out against males competing in female sports in Olympics https://tnc.news/2024/08/01/canadian-powerlifter-against-males-female-sports/  April Hutchinson – Canadian Female Powerlifter - Deadlift Record Holder, Banned for Biological Facts https://www.aprilhutchinson.com/ Federal data shows division over immigration growing https://www.westernstandard.news/news/federal-data-shows-division-over-immigration-growing/56425  Jen Hodgson Western Standard Columnist New Poll Sinks Dems' Hopes That Voters Will Forget All About Kamala Harris' Record On Immigration https://dailycaller.com/2024/07/30/voters-believe-harris-supports-open-borders/  Jason Hopkins Immigration Reporter for the Daily Caller News Foundation THE LIMRIDDLER Hungry Croc Interest engaged at a salesman's behest. Draw from a driver unduly expressed. Hidden entangler Employed by an angler. Captain whose loss was a croc's to ingest. Democrats Learned the Wrong Lesson from the Attempted Assassination of President Trump https://townhall.com/columnists/johnrlottjr/2024/07/24/democrats-learned-the-wrong-lesson-from-the-attempted-assassination-of-president-trump-n2642450  John Lott is the president of the Crime Prevention Research Center and the author of Gun Control Myths: How Politicians, the Media, and Botched Studies Have Twisted the Facts on Gun Control More Guns Less Crime: Understanding Crime and Gun Control Laws and “The War on Guns.” https://crimeresearch.org Why does the government appear to want to kill January 6 political prisoner Ryan Samsel? https://www.wnd.com/2024/08/j6-prisoner-sues-merrick-garland-bureau-of-prisons-for-denying-him-life-saving-surgery/  Chris Burgard Award-winning filmmaker. Director of The War on Truth and Capitol Punishment: Everything They Told You About J6 Was A Lie WATCH THE WAR ON TRUTH THERE'S SOMETHING HAPPENING HERE! Olympic Boxing Outrage – Man Batters Female Boxer in Fight That Lasts 46 Seconds Greg Carrasco – Host of The Greg Carrasco Show, Saturday mornings 8-11am on Sauga 960 LIMRIDDLE ANSWER AND WINNERS The answer to today's Limriddle is: Hook The first five to answer correctly were: 1. Tom Dibblee, Lake of Bays, Ontario 2. Jack Fallon, Toronto, Ontario 3. Sue Somerville, Calgary, Alberta 4. Rosalind Mitchell, Las Vegas, Nevada 5. Linda Blee, Kingston, Ontario Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With the U.S. presidential election just three months away, and the incumbent president stepping down as the Democratic nominee, the race for the White House has taken quite the turn. So how does this race shape up now in terms of the global economy? What will it mean for trade, energy, and geopolitics in Canada? To unpack these issues and more, today we welcome special guest David MacNaughton to the show. David is the former Canadian Ambassador to the United States during the Obama and Trump administrations. He sits down with host Pamela Ritchie and shares his insights on a variety of political and economic topics. David says as one of the biggest trading partners to the U.S., Canada is very much reliant and affected by the political moves south of the border. Recorded on July 24, 2024.

Shane Desiatnik from the Australian Jewish News reporting to SBS Hebrew Shalom Australia, with the latest news and current affairs.

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When Russia invaded Ukraine, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy put out a call to foreigners with combat experience to come and help. Paul Hughes, a former marksman and paratrooper with Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry, went. Paul has been in Ukraine ever since, where he founded HUGS: Helping Ukraine, Grass Roots Support.Run out of a garage through donations and volunteers, HUGS mostly helps fix army vehicles and distribute food and supplies to Ukrainians. But when Paul got a call asking him to cross Russian lines to rescue a six-year-old Ukrainian who'd been separated from her mother, he knew he had to accept the mission.  On this week's Storylines, CBC reporter Danny Kerslake, an old army buddy of Paul's, catches up with his friend to hear the story of how Paul risked his own life to save another's.Produced by Danny Kerslake. Story editing by John Chipman. Storylines is produced by Acey Rowe.Storylines is part of the CBC Audio Doc Unit

Former Canadian Prime Minister Brian Mulroney has died. He left his mark on Canada and is remembered by friends and political foes. Also: Israeli troops fire towards Palestinians seeking food - Israel says the scene was a deadly stampede. In the chaos - At least 100 Palestinians are dead. Plus: Are your vaccinations up to date? Doctors are concerned about March Break travel amid a rise of measles cases in North America and Europe. 

Four NHL players, and one pro European player, are charged with sexual assault, in a troubling story that began years ago. The charges relate to the alleged group assault of a woman in 2018, that took place when the accused were members of Canada's world junior hockey team. Katie Strang is a senior investigative writer with The Athletic and walks us through these new charges — and whether anything has actually changed in hockey since this scandal first came to light. For transcripts of Front Burner, please visit: https://www.cbc.ca/radio/frontburner/transcripts Transcripts of each episode will be made available by the next workday.

Host Alex Pierson speaks with Vivian Bercovici, Former Canadian ambassador to Israel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Former Canadian soldier Kelsi Sheren speaks with David Hookstead about her time in the Canadian military, her awful experiences in war and surviving a horrific IED explosion. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Matt and Blake talk about Elias Pettersson's future with the Canucks and how this year needs to be the year they make the playoffs. No, really. Serious this time. One last dance with Petey if the team falls short. Other topics include ex-Canucks signing PTOs with Edmonton, the Canucks chairman celebrating a star-studded birthday, the Lions baffling loss to Hamilton, the Whitecaps' sensational win at Portland, and CPKC Women's Open at Shaughnessy. Former Canadian national team player and head coach Jay Triano joins the show to talk about the team's terrific opening weekend at the FIBA World Cup in Indonesia. Canada wins its first two games by 30 and 50 points, respectively, and looks like it has finally arrived to the challenge the USA.  Jay takes us through the personnel, the head coach (whom he serves with in Sacramento with the Kings), the tournament to come and what it means to builders like him to see the program making so much progress, the sport getting more attention from coast to coast.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.