Best Atlantic Re Think Podcasts (2025)

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News Brief: US Media, Top Dems Assist Trump and Israel's Unprovoked Attack on Iran 30:21

34m ago30:21

30:21

In this public News Brief, we detail how the NYT, Washington Post, and CNN reinforce every faulty premise of Israel's attack and how top Democrats in Congress and former Harris aides either ignore Trump and Israel's massive escalation or openly support it, showing once again the scope of debate in our politics and media ranges all the way from A to…

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Alexis & Harry Nickerson, a mother and son, both experiencing sight loss and determined to do what they love 17:58

1d ago17:58

17:58

They speak with Jeff Douglas ahead of this year's Move For Sight fundraiser. Find more info at https://fightingblindness.akaraisin.com/ui/MOVEFORSIGHT2025

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A look at protests and military deployments happening south of the border 18:27

2d ago18:27

18:27

Dalhousie University associate professor Robert Huish shares his thoughts on the ongoing unrest in Los Angeles that began almost a week ago with anti-ICE protests and why this U.S. is at a pivotal moment.

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Ep. 223: The Empire Strikes First, Part II — ‘Abundance’ Pablum as Counter to Left Populism 1:25:52

2d ago1:25:52

1:25:52

“Can Democrats Learn to Dream Big Again?,” wonders Samuel Moyn in the New York Times. “The Democrats Are Finally Landing on a New Buzzword. It’s Actually Compelling,” argues Slate staff writer Henry Grabar. “Do Democrats Need to Learn How to Build?,” asks Benjamin Wallace-Wells in The New Yorker. For the past few months, news and editorial rooms ha…

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[Classic Replay] A Criminal Conversation: Affairs & Divorce in 1920s Ireland 40:52

3d ago40:52

40:52

Unfortunately, there’s no new show this week, but I wanted to re-share an episode I really enjoyed making two years ago. It'll well worth another spin. In 1920s Ireland, Alice Morton’s marriage breakdown sparked a sensational divorce trial. Accused of adultery, Alice’s sex life was laid bare in court, subjecting her to public humiliation.Her husban…

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Two stories about what's involved in attracting and retaining volunteers in Atlantic Canada 18:03

4d ago18:03

18:03

Jeff speaks with the CBC's Mariam Mesbah, and then Laura Horn from The North Grove in Dartmouth.

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Ken Hansen on military procurement, and Prime Minister's plan to hike defence spending to 2% GDP 18:57

4d ago18:57

18:57

Ken Hansen is a former naval commander, former chair of the Maritime Studies Program at the Canadian Forces College in Toronto, and an independent defence analyst. He speaks with Mainstreet host Jeff Douglas.

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Ask Dutch Anything 76 | My Issue with Jimmy Del Rey 57:22

5d ago57:22

57:22

Ask Dutch Anything 76 | My Issue with Jimmy Del Rey Technical issues prevented us from putting out an episode of ADA last week. So we asked the same questions THIS WEEK and managed to get through a full recording without a problem! Enjoy! PW Tees Store - https://www.prowrestlingtees.com/dutchmantell https://www.youtube.com/@StevieRichardsShow https…

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Oversharing of personal information on social media could compromise your safety and privacy 12:43

9d ago12:43

12:43

Technology columnist Takara Small shares her thoughts on whether attitudes are changing, compared to a couple decades ago, when it comes to sharing information on social media.

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Ep 222 - The Empire Strikes First Part I: Party Elites Who Lost to Trump (Twice) Blame Everyone But Themselves 1:21:29

9d ago1:21:29

1:21:29

In Ep. 222, "The Empire Strikes First Part I: Party Elites Who Lost to Trump (Twice) Blame Everyone But Themselves," we detail how our media allows the same party flacks who got the Dems into this mess, control over the narrative of how to get them out. With guest UC-Berkeley professor Jake Grumbach.…

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Ken Hansen on Ukraine's innovation, Russia's "crippled" military, and why Putin still thinks he's winning 17:42

10d ago17:42

17:42

Ken Hansen is a former naval commander, former chair of the Maritime Studies Program at the Canadian Forces College in Toronto, an independent defence analyst, and a columnist on Mainstreet in Halifax.

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Scammers try to profit off the tragedy of the missing Nova Scotian children, Lilly and Jack Sullivan 8:12

10d ago8:12

8:12

Jeff Douglas talks with Paul Service, the chief director of Halifax Search & Rescue, about a fake GoFundMe that says $100,000 is needed to cover the cost of drones to search for Lilly and Jack, and any leftover money will go to Halifax Search & Rescue.

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The Irish Wake: A History 50:11

10d ago50:11

50:11

The Irish funeral wake is a unique tradition where family and friends gather around the body of the deceased to share stories, remember their life, and celebrate their legacy. Often resembling a lively party with plenty of drink, this ritual is both a farewell and a celebration. Predating Christianity, the Irish wake stretches back thousands of yea…

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Story Time with Dutch Mantell 137 | R-Truth GONE 1:51:33

10d ago1:51:33

1:51:33

Story Time with Dutch Mantell 137 | R-Truth GONE Just like most of the world, the WSI Network was SHOCKED to find out that R-Truth, a WWE mainstay beloved by both fans and peers, was released from WWE. This and the absolute mountain of wild news stories (and the fact that James is taking a bit of time off) means that we are bringing you Story Time …

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Damini Awoyiga's freelance story about Black family legacies and storytelling 14:06

11d ago14:06

14:06

followed by the poem that got her thinking about the subject.

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re: Rob Doublett 1:46

11d ago1:46

1:46

A brief tribute to Mainstreet's Rob behind the knobs.

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Cybersecurity expert says provincial government could and should be doing more to protect citizens from cybercrime 10:19

11d ago10:19

10:19

Cybersecurity expert David Shipley shares his thoughts about Nova Scotia Power's reaction to this cyber-theft, the provincial government's and how long everyone impacted will really need to monitor their credit for.

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re: Reid Southwick 1:49

12d ago1:49

1:49

A brief tribute to the busiest body at the CBC business desk, and everything he puts up with on Mainstreet.

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Beau Blois & Alana Yorke join us to talk Live at the Round Barn. 10:35

12d ago10:35

10:35

Live from the Round Barn is a four-part concert series set in Old Barns, Nova Scotia that celebrates East Coast music. Beau and Laura Blois have owned the 135-year-old octagonal barn, overlooking the Bay of Fundy since 2010. Beau is the creator and producer of the series, and Alana Yorke is one of four Nova Scotian musicians who will play the first…

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A conversation with the artists behind, "Remembered in Exile: Songs and Ballads from Nova Scotia" 14:49

15d ago14:49

14:49

Scottish musicians Màiri Morrison and Alasdair Roberts collaborate with Nova Scotia bassist/musical arranger Pete Johnston to create "Remembered in Exile: Songs and Ballads from Nova Scotia". The album explores traditional songs with Scottish roots collected by prominent folklorist Helen Creighton.

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A new project is launching, geared towards hopeful Gaelic speakers and teachers 9:42

15d ago9:42

9:42

Màiri Britton tells Alex Guye about Cala Cainnte, formerly known as the Gàidhlig aig Baile Institute. The name means language haven in English, and it will create new opportunities for teaching and learning Gaelic in Nova Scotia.

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Episode 221: Anti-Science Mugging on the Right and the Ascent of American Anti-Intellectualism 1:08:10

16d ago1:08:10

1:08:10

In this episode we detail demagogues' favorite faux populist schtick of taking scientific studies out of context and mocking them, often with help from mainstream media. with guest Brenda Ekwurzel, director of climate science for the Union of Concerned Scientists.

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Story Time with Dutch Mantell 136 | Good Ol' Jim Ross 1:58:36

16d ago1:58:36

1:58:36

Story Time with Dutch Mantell 136 | Good Ol' Jim Ross A great amount of news from the pro-wrestling world to wade through this week. We wish Jim Ross a speedy recovery following what has reportedly beeen a successful surgery following his recent cancer diagnosis. Elsewhere, WrestleMania may be going BACK to Las Vegas, Vince McMahon isn't co-operati…

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Midwives & Mothers: A History of Birth in Ireland 28:47

17d ago28:47

28:47

In times past, childbirth was a profoundly communal and intimate experience, guided by the steady hands and wisdom of community midwives. Known as Bean Ghlúine—the Women of the Knee—these women were among the most important figures in rural Irish communities. In this episode, I’m joined by historian Emma Laffey to explore the world of birth and mid…

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Advice from Credit Canada about protecting your credit 9:46

18d ago9:46

9:46

Becky Western-Macfadyen is the financial coaching and education manager with the credit counselling agency, Credit Canada. She gives some tips and resources to protect your credit and identity in the wake of the Nova Scotia Power data breach.

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Ask Dutch Anything 75 | Bushwhackers Stories 1:01:08

19d ago1:01:08

1:01:08

Ask Dutch Anything 75 | Bushwhackers Stories Are the Slammy Awards REALLY picked by the fans? Is "jobber" REALLY an offensive term? Are ladder matches all they're cracked up to be? These are some of the questions asked this week on Ask Dutch Anything. You have to tune in to find out the answers! PW Tees Store - https://www.prowrestlingtees.com/dutc…

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A visit to a Gaelic conversation session 8:48

22d ago8:48

8:48

Alex Guye attends a Gaelic Nova Scotia Month event at Gottingen street's Eastern Tea Bar.

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Nova Scotia Power president and CEO gives details about the "sophisticated ransomware attack" 12:25

22d ago12:25

12:25

Peter Gregg tells Jeff Douglas about the ransomware attack Nova Scotia Power has been the victim of. He confirmed that the hackers who stole the data have published it to the dark web.

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News Brief: NPR Asks Starving Palestinian Living On Rubble to Denounce Hamas, Co-Sign His Own Ethnic Cleansing 23:08

22d ago23:08

23:08

In this News Brief, we we break down an object lesson in racist US-Israeli national security state toadyism, double standards, and runaway condescension.

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Concerns raised over the wellbeing of livestock at the Ross Farm Museum in New Ross 20:14

23d ago20:14

20:14

Susan Fraser is a certified High Performance Equestrian coach who has spent decades training and caring for horses. She tells Mainstreet host, Jeff Douglas, about the condition of the horses at Ross Farm Museum when she was asked to evaluate them back in November.

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What does the term "woke" mean and what does it mean when a politician wants to crackdown on a "woke agenda" or "woke ideology"? 33:31

23d ago33:31

33:31

Alex Khasnabish is chair of the department of Sociology and Anthropology at Mount Saint Vincent University. He studies social movements, radical politics, and social & political theory. Erik McDuffie is an associate professor of African American Studies and History at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. He is the author of the Jon Gjerde P…

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It's All Good, episode 4: nothing but good news stories from Mainstreet in Nova Scotia 23:30

23d ago23:30

23:30

A retired physician helps Radstorm raise enough money to buy the building it calls home in Halifax, we hear how some healthcare workers are using art to deal with stress and burnout, and a matchmaker tells Jeff about a new trend called Loud Dating.

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Premier Tim Houston explains his motivation for pursuing resource development, and his conditions 22:42

23d ago22:42

22:42

Jeff Douglas spoke with the Premier on the afternoon of May 22nd, in his office in Halifax.

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Story Time with Dutch Mantell 135 | What Was Will Ospreay Thinking? 1:41:23

23d ago1:41:23

1:41:23

Get Your First Month of Blue Chew Free Using Promo Code DUTCH at Checkout www.bluechew.com Story Time with Dutch Mantell 135 | What Was Will Ospreay Thinking? Much to discuss and more to think about followiinng another week in the wrestling world. From cancer a cancer diagnosis to a questiioon of hypocrisy. A LONG TERM story being played out on AEW…

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What would a "golden dome" mean for our military procurement, and lessening dependence on the US? 18:31

24d ago18:31

18:31

Jeff talks with our defence columnist Ken Hansen.

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A conversation about living with schizophrenia, psychosis and the stigma surrounding these illnesses 14:34

24d ago14:34

14:34

Jotham Corbett shares his experience living with schizophrenia. Alex Guye gave Jotham and his parents, Cyndi and Dennis, a call to hear about Jotham's experiences, and the importance of his family's support.

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Glenmalure & Memories of a Lost World - How Did Electrification Change Rural Ireland? 36:54

24d ago36:54

36:54

Nestled deep in the Wicklow Mountains, Glenmalure was once a stronghold for rebels and a sanctuary from the outside world. But long after the echoes of rebellion faded, the valley remained a place apart, where the comforts of modern life arrived late. Glenmalure was only connected to the electricity grid and running water in the late 20th century, …

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Ask Dutch Anything 74 | Double J's Preferential Treatment 1:04:02

26d ago1:04:02

1:04:02

Ask Dutch Anything 74 | Double J's Preferential Treatment Who was the safest worker Dutch ever got in the ring with? Did Jeff Jarrett get special treatment just because he was a promoters son? Should WWE be making a BTS documentary about the creative process? All these questions and more on this week's edition of Ask Dutch Anything! PW Tees Store -…

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A look at Stòras a’ Bhaile: Gaelic Folklife School 7:34

29d ago7:34

7:34

Cape Breton musician Mary Jane Lamond, who has long been involved in preserving Gaelic songs and language, tells Alex Guye about Stòras a’ Bhaile and the importance of keeping Gaelic culture alive.

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Hear from the artist behind several murals around Pier 21 and his mentee 6:48

29d ago6:48

6:48

This morning before work, Alex Guye went down and met artists, Kalkidan Assafe and Prince Churchill, about the murals they are working on.

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Security expert weighs in on NSP data breach 10:18

29d ago10:18

10:18

David Shipley is a cyber-security expert and a principal at Beauceron Security.

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What does it take to run a marathon? 10:46

29d ago10:46

10:46

Before the Blue Noes Marathon kicks off this weekend, intern Ethan Hunt spoke with some experts in Dartmouth to find out what it takes to run a marathon.

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It's All Good, episode 3: nothing but positive stories from Mainstreet in Nova Scotia 40:43

30d ago40:43

40:43

Filmmaker Jason Eisner remembers a childhood fright that inspired his current Vice TV series, Dark Side Of The Ring. Jeff talks with two players from the Halifax Hoopers, Anthony Ottley Jr and Antonio 'Tony' Davis, about their 14-game winning streak. Sarah Taylor drops into Studio A from the Halifax Tides to talk about what it's like to come home t…

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Story Time with Dutch Mantell 134 | Sabu 1:46:04

1M ago1:46:04

1:46:04

Story Time with Dutch Mantell 134 | Sabu Following a week off due to some technical isssues, Dutch mantell is back and on best form to talk about the latest big news in the pro-wrestling world. Firstly, Dutch will talk about the late Sabu and his contributions to the wrestling landscape as well as the controversy surrounding how he managed to perfo…

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HOT POT, an all-Asian variety showcase returns later this month 10:45

1M ago10:45

10:45

Intern Jennifer Waugh speaks with HOT POT creator Emily Kwan, stage name Elle Lixir, and Simon Yap about where the show came from and what makes it important.

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Stephanie Domet has some suggestions for your long weekend, and summer reading list 15:01

1M ago15:01

15:01

The co-executive director of the AfterWords Literary Festival drops into Studio A to talk books, with host Jeff Douglas.

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Glendalough & The History Tourists Are Never Told 35:00

1M ago35:00

35:00

Glendalough is one of Ireland’s most iconic and picturesque destinations. Its medieval monastery and stunning mountain landscape attract around one million tourists every year. However behind the postcard-perfect scenery lies a history that rarely makes it into the tourist brochures. In this episode, I veer off the well-trodden paths to uncover the…

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Bernie Francis returns to Mainstreet just in time for Mi'kmaw Language Day 23:14

1M ago23:14

23:14

He speaks with guest host Alex Guye.

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A conversation about the importance of storytelling 10:22

1M ago10:22

10:22

Joe Murphy, a board member with the Gaelic Council of Nova Scotia, spoke to Alex Guye about the importance of storytelling to the language of scottish gaelic.

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It's All Good, episode 2: nothing but good news stories from Mainstreet in Nova Scotia 47:48

1M ago47:48

47:48

If bad news makes you feel bad, this podcast is an alternative just for you! Jeff Douglas finds out how Morris Green connects with teenage boys when Jeff drops into a GuysWork class at Millwood High. Then, we travel back to the year 1995 to hear how Randy Bachman ended up making a split-single vinyl 45 with The Hardship Post. Jason Buxton talks abo…

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