• The Current

  • By: CBC
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The Current

By: CBC
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  • Three stories to expand your worldview, delivered daily. Matt Galloway cuts through a sea of choice to bring you stories that transcend the news cycle. Conversations with big thinkers, household names, and people living the news. An antidote to algorithms that cater to what you already know — and a meeting place for diverse perspectives. In its 20 years, the Current has become a go-to place for stories that shape and entertain us. Released daily, Monday to Friday.
    Copyright © CBC 2024
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Episodes
  • Irwin Cotler on Iran's attempt to assassinate him

    Irwin Cotler on Iran's attempt to assassinate him
    Nov 22 2024

    Former federal justice minister Irwin Cotler has revealed he was the victim of a planned assassination attempt, backed by the government of Iran. The human rights advocate talks to Matt Galloway about living under police protection — and why it won’t stop his outspoken criticism of the Iranian regime, or his efforts to help the people living under it.

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    20 mins
  • Forecasting the weather (and getting people to listen)

    Forecasting the weather (and getting people to listen)
    Nov 22 2024

    People in Saskatchewan have long trusted meteorologist Terri Lang to steer them through wild weather, from summer tornadoes to walloping snowfalls. She talks to Matt Galloway about retirement, armchair forecasters and why she doesn't tell people at parties what she does.
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    18 mins
  • Why rats just love to drive little cars

    Why rats just love to drive little cars
    Nov 22 2024

    Rats can drive little cars — and not only that, getting behind the wheel seems to bring them joy. Researcher Kelly Lambert explains why she taught rodents how to burn rubber, and what it might teach us about ourselves.

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    9 mins

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