Global National with Dawna Friesen

Global National with Dawna Friesen is Canada’s 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 (the Canadian Screen Awards).

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  LNG expansion; New AI warnings; Cornell under fire; Grizzly bear influx

  Sep 29, 202626 min

  Jeff Semple reports on the multi-billion dollar plan to double production at Canada's largest LNG facility, and why environmentalists are not on board. Heather Yourex-West reports on the Calgary Chamber's detailed analysis of the potential impact separating from Canada would have on Alberta's economy. Mackenzie Gray looks at how some Canadian businesses are pivoting with America's new ban on some Canadian products now in effect. Jackson Proskow tells you about the new revelations from tech giants about the perils of artificial intelligence, as the White House launches a portal powered by AI. Touria Izri reports on the disturbing claims Cornell University protected seven students accused of gang rape. Heidi Petracek reports on Hurricane Polo pummelling parts of Mexico, and what still lies ahead. Plus, bear in mind: Sarah MacDonald tells you about one B.C. community's rise in grizzly bears, and how it's trying to figure out how to handle its new furry and frequent visitors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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  Stelco layoffs; Homecoming hangover; PWHL scores HNIC deal

  Sep 28, 202626 min

  Stelco is shutting down part of its Hamilton, Ont. steel plant and laying off hundreds of workers to "ensure the survival" of the company amid U.S. tariffs. Mackenzie Gray reports on the layoffs, and the flurry of new import bans on Canadian goods. Seán O'Shea reports on the anger and the mess in Guelph, Ont. after the University of Guelph's homecoming party this past Saturday. A group of masked men with apparent links to a white nationalist group staged protested near the former Kamloops Indian Residential School in British Columbia. Melissa Ridgen explains how it's fuelling calls for residential school denialists to face consequences; and looks at the questions about why burial sites have yet to be dug up. Mystery is surrounding the five men who have now been released on bail after being arrested on suspicion of terrorism near the airbase in Fairford, England. Redmond Shannon explains what makes the case so unusual. U.S. President Donald Trump's new taxpayer-funded ads are actually old ads, but now they're rerunning and sparking bipartisan outrage ahead of the midterm elections. As Jackson Proskow reports, critics are slamming the commercials as illegal propaganda. Since Russia's war on Ukraine began, thousands of Ukrainian children have been kidnapped and placed into Russian families, where they're taught to reject Ukraine's culture and fight for Moscow. Jeff Semple reports on the efforts to bring them home, and how Canada is trying to help. And with the CBC's 'Hockey Night in Canada' not broadcasting NHL games anymore, the program has struck a deal to feature the Professional Women's Hockey League (PWHL) instead. As Eric Sorensen reports, it's another major milestone for the rapidly-growing league. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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  UK terror plot foiled; Quebec fatal helicopter crash; Robotic surgery

  Sep 27, 202626 min

  British police have arrested 5 men on suspicion of terrorism, Candice Cole on the potential terror plot that was foiled by a local farmer. Dan Spector with the latest on a helicopter crash in Quebec that killed the pilot and three family members. Heidi Petracek reports on why environmentalists are critical of the 'Building Canada Strong' act. Mike Armstrong reports on the violent weekend in South Africa that saw 27 people killed in two separate mass shootings. Katherine Ward on the Toronto hospital network offering cardiac robotic surgery. Plus Mike Gazzola speaks with the Canadian doctor leading a double life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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  A.I. rogue agents; El Niño's wild weather; Pharmacists in Gaza

  Sep 26, 202626 min

  Candice Cole looks at more worries for artificial intelligence, as so-called 'rogue agents' engage with U.S. government websites. Dan Spector reports on allegations of U.S. foreign interference on the Quebec election campaign trail. Heidi Petracek looks at the stormy weather along North America's Pacific Coast, driven by El Niño. Redmond Shannon reports on how pharmacists are trying to help save lives in war-torn Gaza. David Murdock has more on the annual walk aimed at raising awareness on the needs of Canada's veterans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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  Chilling claims against ChatGPT; Pope's AI warning; Tempo's success

  Sep 25, 202626 min

  Shocking new accusations are being made about the interactions between Jesse Van Rootselaar, the Tumbler Ridge, B.C. shooter, and ChatGPT. Touria Izri reports on the investigation from Mother Jones, an American media outlet, that exposed how the chatbot may have coached the killer. Redmond Shannon reports on Pope Leo's latest warning about artificial intelligence. David Akin explains the new intelligence-sharing deal between Canada and Germany. Heather Yourex-West looks at how Albertans are feeling a month before the separation referendum. With just weeks until Quebecers head to the polls, Mike Armstrong reports on where the race stands. Jackson Proskow tells you how Chinese President Xi Jinping's two-day visit to Washington went. Plus, Eric Sorensen looks at how the Toronto Tempo, Canada's only WNBA team, had a successful season beyond the basketball court. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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