Best Cliff Price Podcasts (2026)

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Molly Parkin, Kristina Gjerde, Michael Barton, Eva Schloss 27:43

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Matthew Bannister on The colourful life of artist, fashion editor, sex columnist and bonkbuster author Molly Parkin. Her daughter shares the highs and lows of living with Molly. Kristina Gjerde, the maritime lawyer who fought to protect the high seas. Michael Barton, the BBC executive who oversaw the expansion of English local radio Eva Schloss, th…

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2025 Mixtape, Obituaries and Singles of the Year 50:39

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Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot close the book on 2025 by doing a final round of obituaries, playing favorite singles and sharing a mixtape that documents the ups and downs of the year that was. Greg's Mixtape Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.…

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Size matters. Meet the owners of some of Canada's micro restaurants and bars 22:06

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A cocktail bar with what must be the world's smallest dance floor. A locavore restaurant inside the proprietors' farmhouse. An experimental Chinese dining room tucked inside another restaurant. Their owners have embraced tiny because it brings them and their customers joy.

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Should school boards be a thing of the past? 11:58

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With Ontario considering getting rid of elected trustees and school boards, questions are being raised about the role of boards. Across Canada, there isn’t a clear answer with some provinces moving to eliminate boards, and others fighting to keep them. We look at the options, and what the research says is the best approach to help kids learn.…

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Why grip strength matters more than you think 12:21

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Grip strength might seem like a small thing, but researchers say it can reveal a lot about how we age. Health and fitness journalist Alyssa Ages explains why grip strength is linked to longevity, what it actually reflects about the body, and how to maintain strength in realistic, everyday ways.

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Trump wants to take Greenland by sale or by force. Can he? 19:42

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Amid threats to take over Greenland by force, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio plans to meet with Danish officials next week. He says President Trump wants to buy the Arctic territory. That rattled people in both Greenland and Denmark.

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The Flourishing to Come: Walking Boldly Into God’s Promises 6:53

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✨ Show Notes — “The Flourishing to Come: Walking Boldly Into God’s Promises” ✨ As the first week of 2026 closes, this episode reminds you of something life-changing: you’re not stepping into this year empty-handed — you’re carrying the promises of God. 🌅📖 These aren’t emotional wishes… they’re unshakeable truths rooted in Scripture. You’ll hear the…

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Pipe nightmare in Calgary 19:21

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Calgary is dealing with a busted water main… again. One of the city's major water lines recently burst for the second time in 18 months. Crews are scrambling to fix it but it's shone a spotlight on the city's infrastructure issues. Plus Calgary is not alone, other Canadian cities use similar pipes and could be on a clock for a burst of their own.…

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Heated Rivalry is a hit, but can it change hockey culture? 24:40

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The hit Canadian TV show that follows the secret relationship between hockey players Shane Hollander and Ilya Rosanov is everywhere right now. It's prompting conversations online about LGBTQ love and hockey culture. We speak with Matt Kenny, a former competitive hockey player, who had a similar experience to the fictional characters about why the s…

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Xanadu CEO on Canada's quantum future 24:03

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Christian Weedbrook's company Xanadu has announced major breakthroughs in quantum computing and just received $23 billion in funding from the federal government to advance their technology. As part of The Current's series speaking to Canadian business leaders, he joins us to discuss the significance of quantum technology for Canada's economic futur…

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So Good Even Dan the Automator Left It Alone 6:30

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In this bonus episode, Greg adds a song to the Desert Island Jukebox that was arguably perfected upon its original release. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Des…

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Why peace still feels out of reach in Ukraine 23:50

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Nearly four years into the war in Ukraine peace is still elusive. What would it take to get there? Matt Galloway speaks with Yevhen Matvienko and Tim Mak about the current state of the war, Zelenskyy's popularity and could Russia end up with part of Ukraine?

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The rising cost of being a Canadian Olympian 19:37

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With the Winter Olympics just weeks away, Canadian athletes are speaking out about the rising cost of representing their country. Luger Trinity Ellis says she’s cutting pennies just to stay competitive. Speed skater Hayden Mayeur says even athletes at the top of the funding scale are struggling to cover rent, food, travel, and equipment. We hear fr…

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When betting odds enter the news 21:08

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And prediction markets, where people bet real money on real-world events are moving into the news itself. CNN and CNBC have struck deals with a company called Kalshi, bringing betting odds into their coverage of politics, the economy, and even war. Reporter Danny Funt explains why this alarms journalists and ethicists, the risks of conflicts of int…

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After Venezuela, how far will Trump go? 19:30

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After the US raid on Venezuela and arrest of its de facto leader Nicolas Maduro, Donald Trump warned a number of other countries that they could be next. Matt Galloway speaks to Janice Stein, founding director of the Munk School of Global Affairs & Public Policy at the University of Toronto and Jorge Heine, former Chilean cabinet minister and co-au…

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Alberta doctor says ER system is in “crisis” 10:16

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Dr. Paul Parks is an ER doctor in Medicine Hat, and President-elect of the section of Emergency physicians of the Alberta Medical Association. He describes ERs that simply cannot cope with the number of patients needing care, and says the Smith government's efforts to reform the healthcare system are only creating more chaos.…

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Freebirthing society linked to harm 26:55

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A year-long Guardian investigation has uncovered dozens of baby deaths around the world - including Canada - linked to mothers influenced by Free Birth Society, or FBS. We speak with Sirin Kale, one of the journalists behind the investigation of the multi-million dollar business run by two influencers promoting the idea of giving birth with no medi…

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2025 in good news stories 13:36

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Last year was a bit of a whirlwind when it came to the news. From ongoing atrocities around the world in places like Gaza, Ukraine and Sudan to stories closer to home like the catastrophic fires that ripped across Canada this summer and the ongoing fallout of the U.S. trade war. Matt Galloway talks to Angus Hervy, the editor of Fix the News, about …

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Holding the Line: The First Week of Flourishing in 2026 7:12

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✨Flourishing in 2026: The First Steps Matter... ✨ We’re only days into 2026, and today’s episode reminds you of a powerful truth: how you begin a year shapes everything that follows. 🌅✨ If we are believing God for flourishing, then intentionality is the doorway into it. Last episode, you were challenged to write ten things you’re seeking God for in…

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The US has captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. Now what? 19:23

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After a months-long pressure campaign, the U.S. military stormed into Caracas this weekend, capturing Venezuelan president Nicolas Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores. We look at what this means for the future of Venezuela—with Phil Gunson, a senior analyst for the Andes region of the International Crisis Group and Luis Duno-Gottberg, a Venezuelan sc…

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What’s ahead for Canada's economy and your wallet in 2026. 21:21

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As Canada moves into 2026, a lot of people are feeling unsure about the economy. After a year of trade tensions, job worries, and high living costs, many Canadians are asking: what happens next? And how does it affect my money? We break down what’s shaping Canada’s economy in 2026, from uncertainty in trade with the U.S. to longer-term challenges a…

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From the Titanic to the North Pole: Joe MacInnis reflects on a life of exploration 24:08

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Joe MacInnis has spent his life going where very few people ever have — beneath the ice at the North Pole, down to the wreck of the Titanic, and into the deep waters of Lake Superior to visit the Edmund Fitzgerald. Now 88, the Canadian physician and deep-sea explorer looks back on a lifetime of high-risk exploration. He talks about the moment he ca…

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Brigitte Bardot, Sir Alec Reed, Alwyn Crawshaw, Dame Shân Legge-Bourke 27:49

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Jon Kay on The French actor Brigitte Bardot who starred in over 40 films in the 1950s and 60s before a career-change saw her give up the big screen to campaign for animal welfare Sir Alec Reed who founded the UKs most successful recruitment agency and, through his philanthropy, raised millions for charity Alwyn Crawshaw, the artist who encouraged m…

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British Post-Punk Pioneers the Raincoats 50:56

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Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot explore the music and legacy of the Raincoats, a post-punk band beloved by musicians and critics alike. Raincoats leaders Gina Burch and Ana da Silva join Jim and Greg to reflect on creating their debut album in 1979 and staying creative in the decades since. Though they never found mainstream success, the Raincoats…

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Lost at sea for 52 hours: How seven fishermen survived 24:35

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When seven fishermen disappeared off Newfoundland’s coast last summer, everyone feared the worst. But as hours turned into days and hope dwindled, the men were found — alive. The ‘Lucky 7’ share their harrowing brush with death in our documentary Lost at Sea.

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Scott Galloway’s operating manual for being a man today 24:54

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Podcaster, professor and entrepreneur Scott Galloway believes young men are struggling with feelings of alienation, loneliness, and failure. And that's a danger to all of us, especially when they buy into the dangerous rhetoric they hear online. We talk to him about his new book, Notes on Being a Man, what he's learned from his own life, and why th…

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Canada's grocery sector has been plagued by in-fighting. Now it has a referee 19:31

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Tensions between grocery suppliers and retailers came to a head during the pandemic. Karen Proud will oversee a new code of conduct meant to solve disputes and name and shame bad actors. But critics say she needs a bigger stick, like the ability to issue fines.

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Flourishing in 2026: Citizens of the Kingdom Dawn 5:32

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✨ Show Notes — “Flourishing in 2026: Citizens of the Kingdom Dawn” ✨ Happy New Year! 🎉 Today we launch 2026 with a powerful reminder: if you know Jesus Christ as your Savior, you are not just forgiven — you are a citizen of the Kingdom of Light. 🌅✨ And Kingdom citizens have access to peace, presence, provision, and a sound mind through the Holy Spi…

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Barely Scratching the Steve Albini Surface 6:40

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In this bonus episode, Jim adds a track to the Desert Island Jukebox—one of Steve Albini’s many obscure recordings from the legendary engineer’s vast production discography. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal…

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Canada's food scene a story of immigration and community 23:51

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CBC host of Locals Welcome Suresh Doss talks about the new show -- and why visiting diaspora establishment restaurants paint a vibrant picture of families' journeys to make Canada their home.

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What will AI look like in 2026? 19:21

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Artificial Intelligence exploded in 2025. This year saw big promises -- that AI would usher in an age of unprecedented abundance, solve intractable problems, and touch every corner of our lives. At the same time, we saw growing anxiety around AI taking jobs, worries there's an AI bubble, and warnings around the dangers of AI. So, between the hype a…

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How a grizzly on a B.C. island sent a community into crisis 23:26

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It had been a century since Texada Island had seen a grizzly bear. So when one swam 5 kilometres from the mainland over to the community off the B.C. coast, it created curiosity, panic and division about how to live with a giant predator — a giant predator they named, Tex. Molly Segal brings the story of that island community, and the bear, in her …

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Jordan TooToo says life in North made him a better NHL player 24:45

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Longtime Nashville Predator Jordin TooToo is the subject of a new documentary, highlighting life in the North, his struggle with substance abuse and how the serenity he felt on the land in Rankin Inlet was matched only by the peace he felt playing hockey.

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Are Canadians becoming less generous? 18:34

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Fewer Canadians are donating and volunteering. The economy, the pandemic, age are all factors -- but longtime leaders in the charitable sector say we've also lost some shared values. We speak with a lifelong volunteer about why she volunteers and what it means to them. We also talk to Megan Conway from Volunteer Canada and Bruce MacDonald from Imag…

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Searching for Fela Kuti 26:57

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Jad Abumrad’s new podcast, Fela Kuti: Fear No Man, digs into Fela Kuti’s life, the good and the bad because he not only pioneered Afrobeat and pushed against the impacts of colonialism but he was also a deeply complicated and flawed man who left a wake of inspiration and trauma.

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Happy or Content? Rethinking What a Good Life Really Means 24:44

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A philosopher’s take on happiness vs. contentment. Why a good life may be less about feeling happy and more about meaning, perspective, and community.

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A Year of Flourishing: A Thanksgiving Prelude to 2026 5:37

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✨ Show Notes — Episode 591: A Year of Flourishing: A Thanksgiving Prelude to 2026 ✨ As 2025 comes to a close, this episode invites you to slow down, breathe, and say the words our hurried world forgets: “Thank You, Lord.” 🙏 Last year we prayed for Flourishing in 2025—not worldly success, but the deep, Kingdom-rooted flourishing that comes only thro…

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How this conductor is bringing Powell River, B.C. together with music 26:52

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Many small communities across the country are struggling to survive as people age and their children choose big city life. Powell River, B.C. is trying to keep its own numbers up with the help of a conductor who’s worked with some of the world’s biggest orchestras. In her documentary War and Peace, the CBC’s Liz Hoath hears from locals who say Arth…

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One word to describe 2025 politics? Our National Affairs Panel weighs in 19:41

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As 2025 comes to a close, Canadian politics looks very different than it did a year ago. Prime Minister Mark Carney wraps up his first year in office leading a minority government. It was a year that saw Justin Trudeau step aside, a surprise election, and a tariff war. Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre lost his seat and now faces tough questions…

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The power of going ‘Against the Grain’ with Terry O’Reilly 20:13

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Some of the biggest inventions in history started with someone being told they were wrong, and then not taking “no” for an answer. For Terry O’Reilly, those are the most captivating stories. In his new book, Against the Grain: Defiant Giants Who Change the World, the host of CBC’s ‘Under the Influence’, explores what we can learn from mavericks, in…

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How a Flop Became the Heartbeat Movie of Christmas 7:39

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🎄✨ Step back into the glow of classic Christmas America as we revisit the incredible real story behind It’s a Wonderful Life — the 1946 “flop” that became the most beloved Christmas movie of all time. 🌟📺 Discover how three legendary directors took a bold stand for creative freedom, only to see their dream collapse… and how a simple clerical mistake…

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Antony Price, Sister Stan Kennedy, Ena Collymore Woodstock, John Carey 27:47

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Jon Kay on Fashion designer Antony Price who fused together the worlds of fashion and music in the 70s and 80s Sister Stan Kennedy, the nun who founded one of Ireland’s largest homelessness charities Ena Collymore Woodstock, the Jamaican barrister and magistrate who throughout her career broke many barriers for women John Carey, the academic and fo…

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How are you feeling about the economy and politics? 14:38

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Shachi Kurl, the President of the Angus Reid Institute, a polling firm, join us to give us an insight into how Canadians are feeling about the economy and politics after a turbulent year for the country.

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Margaret Atwood tells her own story 35:59

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Writing has shaped Margaret Atwood’s life, from childhood poems about rhyming cats to watching The Handmaid’s Tale become “an approaching reality” in Trump’s America. The Queen of CanLit sat down with Matt Galloway to discuss her new memoir, Book of Lives — and ended up giving Galloway an impromptu palm reading.…

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Radiohead's Kid A 25th Anniversary Plus Malcolm McLaren 50:37

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Following up the guitar masterpiece of OK Computer, Radiohead threw the music world for a loop with Kid A. Twenty five years after its release, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with author Steven Hyden about how the album was made and its lasting impact. They also discuss the life and career of the Sex Pistols and New York Dolls manager Malcol…

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The Wonder of the First Cry 5:49

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🎄✨ Four hundred years of silence ended with a newborn’s cry. Today’s episode reflects on Luke 2:7 and John 1:14 — the Word became flesh, and heaven’s silence broke. 🕊️💛 Imagine Jesus the Messiah, God in the flesh stepping into your life, your chaos, your struggles, just as He stepped into the stable. Vulnerable, yet divine. Silent, yet powerful. Th…

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Christmas Day Episode Live NOW! 0:53

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Christmas Day episode 2025 will be available Wednesday, December 24! In order to get the podcast video rendered the audio track has to go live to release the transcript to our audio visualizer. So, the next episode will load on schedule Monday, December 30, at 6am central time! The episode will be a reflection on the year of flourishing, 2025! Host…

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Jimmy Darts on the power of kindness 20:04

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Jimmy Darts has become a social media star through his kindness videos. He has over 12 million followers and 400 million likes, just on his TikTok account. Through his account, he gives and raises thousands of dollars for strangers. We talk to him about his work, and his new book Undercover Kindness.…

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RIP Joe Ely 8:12

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In this bonus episode, Greg adds a song to the desert island jukebox to honor one of the great West Texas rockers, Joe Ely, who died on December 15, 2025. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3d…

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Is there still hope for the climate? 19:51

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It was another year of devastating floods, fires and other extreme weather events. The Trump Administration also levelled dramatic cuts to climate science and pledged to break up one of the world’s leading weather forecasting research centres. And here in Canada, the federal government reversed a series of climate policies. We speak to climate scie…