Best Sort Of Saints Podcasts (2025)

Across the country people wear orange shirts to mark the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. The day is to pause and remember the survivors and children who did not make it home from residential schools. And: Imperial Oil plans to pull most of its employees out of Calgary. The energy company is cutting almost 1000 jobs. Also: U.S. President …

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17 Minutes of History #95--Multi-tasking 1862 16:46

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The confusing times they lived inBy generaleli

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Trump peace plan, Ottawa loan for Algoma, cannabis painkiller, and more 27:45

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U.S. President Donald Trump lays out his multi-point plan for peace in Gaza. Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu agrees with it. Trump says if Hamas doesn’t sign on, Israel has his full backing to destroy “the threat of Hamas”. Family members of the hostages have called the plan a historic turning point. And: The federal government is promis…

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17 Minutes of History #94--The Peninsula Campaign, Sort Of 17:09

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Another lesser-known element of what made you what you areBy generaleli

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Church attack in Michigan, India stampede, Orange shirt appropriation, and more 28:42

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Death, injury, and fire at a Mormon Church in Michigan - after a man allegedly drove into it during Sunday service, opened fire and set the building ablaze. At least four people are confirmed dead, and multiple others have been taken to hospital. We'll have the latest on the investigation. Also: In southern India, police are investigating the senio…

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Carney in England, Russia at UN Assembly, Canada loses Women's Rugby World Cup Final, and more 31:00

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Mark Carney is wrapping up an official visit to the United Kingdom - his second since becoming Prime Minister. And while Carney goal there was to discuss trade and security with allies, his opposition back home says the Prime Minister has nothing to show for his travels abroad. Also: Moscow's top diplomat Sergey Lavrov took to the podium at the Uni…

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Canada Post strike, cybersecurity VPN attack, Trump hints more indictments coming, and more 27:46

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They’re walking picket lines instead of delivery routes. Canada Post employees are off the job. They’re angry about not having a contract, and about changes to the crown corporation – announced yesterday by the federal government. And: “Serious and urgent” – Canada’s cybersecurity agency is warning companies to take immediate action to defend again…

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17 Minutes of History #93--The Original Who Dat of Generals 17:01

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How Joe E. Johnston lost the American Civil WarBy generaleli

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Canada Post strike, Ontario bans speed cameras, German company leaves U.S. over tariffs, and more 27:36

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Cutting door-to-door service, reducing delivery days, and eliminating some rural post offices. Calling it an “existential crisis” the federal government is overhauling how Canada Post can operate. Within hours – the postal workers union declared a walkout. And: Ontario’s premier says the province will soon ban speed cameras. Doug Ford says they are…

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17 Minutes of History #92--Before We Make Stonewall A Saint 17:00

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Maybe the lad wasn't perfect after allBy generaleli

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Another planetary boundary crossed, ostrich cull put off, Zelenskyy warning at UNGA, and more 27:29

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Scientists say another planetary boundary — the environmental speed limits that warn us of a destabilizing planet — has been crossed. Greenhouse gas emissions from the burning of fossil fuels have pushed the acidity of the world's oceans past a safe threshold. And: The Supreme Court of Canada grants a stay on the cull of about 400 birds on an ostri…

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Series 7 - Episode 3: Red Roses reach the World Cup Final, Gloucester lose to Bristol in the Prem Cup but young guns impress. Interview with Ross Cook of Macron discussing all things kits and Merch 1:38:19

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A packed episode this week as we discuss the Red Roses reaching the Rugby World Cup Final after a patchy win over France at Ashton Gate. We also chat through the superb win for Canada over the Black Ferns and ask whether England might be in for a shock in the Final. Meanwhile, despite a defeat in the Prem Cup to Bristol and as LRZ returned to Kings…

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17 Minutes of History #91--Stereotype, Generalization and Scholarship 16:53

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Real or not, we tend to believeBy generaleli

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Trump reversal on Ukraine, Trump at the UN, China may buy Canadian belugas, and more 26:56

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U.S. president Donald Trump says Ukraine should get back all its territory — taken by Russia in the war. Trump now seems to be shifting his stance to blame Moscow entirely. And: Trump tells the UN and world leaders what they are doing wrong and what he is doing right. It was a major address to the General Assembly on the major issues of the day… de…

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17 Minutes of History #90--Liars Then and Now 17:15

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A 14-year-old kid gets to feel what US Grant got to live through thenBy generaleli

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Recognizing a Palestinian state, Disney reinstates Kimmel, CFL makeover, and more 26:59

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Prime Minister Mark Carney joins several world leaders at the United Nations to recognize a Palestinian state. Carney says he is committed to a peaceful future for both Palestine and Israel, adding Canada would be willing to contribute peacekeepers to a mission in the region. And: Jimmy Kimmel will return to the air Tuesday. The popular late-night …

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17 Minutes of History #89--A Locomotive Ride To The CMH 17:05

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Disney didn't get everything wrongBy generaleli

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Canada recognizes Palestinian state, Charlie Kirk memorial, Canola farms lose income, and more 31:13

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Breaking with decades of foreign policy, the governments of Canada, Australia and the U.K. now officially recognize the State of Palestine. Its a co-ordinated move they say will help preserve the possibility of a two-state solution. We'll have extensive coverage of the announcement, and reaction from Israeli's and Palestinians. Also: Massive crowds…

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Palestinian statehood, Trump's hefty fees on work visas, Filipino nurses on screen, and more 30:12

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Canada and a group of European allies are set to recognize an independent Palestinian state next week at the United Nations' General Assembly. As Israel pushes on with its military takeover of Gaza, Canadian officials say its the only way to salvage a two state solution. Also: This week, President Donald Trump signed an executive order imposing hef…

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Hate crime bill, Canadians turn away from U.S., women’s rugby team off to the finals, and more 27:27

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The federal government wants to make intimidating people at places of worship — and displaying hate symbols in public — criminal offences. They’re part of legislation intended to crack down on the rising number of hate-related incidents. And: Canadians are taking a big step back from the U.S., and the American ambassador is unimpressed. Pete Hoekst…

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Shiloh and Basil Duke 17:01

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Nothing like fighting the wrong armyBy generaleli

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Backlash to Kimmel’s benching, Trump in the UK, rice worms, and more 26:28

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Free speech advocates are sounding the alarm over the sudden suspension of Jimmy Kimmel’s late night talk show. They sayit’s part of a broader attack on dissent by the Trump administration. U.S. President Donald Trump and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer sign some major tech and nuclear deals. They also sidestepped several thorny issues that hav…

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Taffy Was A Welshman 16:55

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The mysterious life of John RowlandsBy generaleli

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Bank of Canada rate cut, adding citizenship to driver’s licenses, Trump gets royal reception, and more 26:53

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In a sign it is expecting some rough waters ahead for the economy, the Bank of Canada has lowered its key interest rate by 25 basis points to 2.5 per cent. And: Alberta’s privacy commissioner raises red flags about the province’s plan to add citizenship status to driver’s licences. She says the benefit is unclear. Also: U.S. President Donald Trump …

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Series 7 - Episode 2: Gloucester beat Exeter in PREM Cup opener; Red Roses steamroll Scotland in RWC Quarter Final; New Captaincy at Glaws; Newcastle Red Bulls and their rebrand 1:01:06

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Gloucester opened their PREM Cup campaign with a bonus point win over a disappointingly poor Exeter Chiefs side at Kingsholm. We discuss the game and the encouraging signs shown by the defence and the new signings. We also chat through the fact that despite leading the team last weekend, Lewis Ludlow is no longer club captain - with that honour now…

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17 Minutes of History #86--The Monitor, Mrs. McCullough and Me 16:59

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Never know when history awakens youBy generaleli

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Food insecurity grows in Canada, Kirk suspect charged, Freeland steps down, and more 27:28

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Food insecurity is up in Canada. That means more people don’t know where their next meal is coming from, or how much food they will be able to afford. And: Leaving the cabinet, leaving elected politics… Chrystia Freeland says it’s time for her to seek fresh challenges. That means a cabinet shuffle, just over a month before budget day. We’ll have th…

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17 Minutes of History #85--Our Convoluted Past 17:04

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We did it then, we used to do it now and then we reinvent it againBy generaleli

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Parliament resumes, Kirk investigation, U.K. immigration, and more 27:32

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How Canadians can afford housing and groceries were top of the agenda as the House of Commons began its fall sitting. Opposition leader Pierre Poilivere was back in his chair after losing his seat in Ottawa, then winning a byelection in Alberta. He and Prime Minister Mark Carney faced off for the first time in Question Period. We’ll have the detail…

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17 Minutes of History #84--The Birth of Confederate Prisons 17:15

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Not quite what we expectedBy generaleli

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Building affordable housing, Parliament returns, Students reflect on international student cap, and more 31:11

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One of Mark Carney's election promises was to building affordable housing in Canada - and lots of it. Today, the Prime Minister outlined how this government will tackle this gargantuan task - announcing the creation of a new agency that will guide the process. Also: Parliament returns from its summer break on Monday - with Conservative Leader Pierr…

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Trump pressures NATO, NDP retreat, Lillith Fair documentary, and more 30:39

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The U.S. President has issued his latest ultimatum on the Russia-Ukraine war. But the demand is directed at NATO. Donald Trump says the U.S. will slap major sanctions on Russia only when NATO members agree to stop buying Russian oil. It's one of several conditions the President is demanding that could cause a snag for alliance members, including Ca…

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Kirk suspect arrested, new hate crime laws, electric school buses, and more 27:49

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A 22-year-old Utah man is arrested in the killing of prominent right-wing activist Charlie Kirk earlier this week on a university campus. Authorities say Tyler Robinson’s family and friends convinced him to turn himself in. And: CBC News has learned the federal government plans to crack down on people willfully intimidating and obstructing others w…

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17 Minutes of History #83--Sweet Home Camp Douglas 16:59

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Hell comes to Chi-townBy generaleli

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Nation-building projects, manhunt for Kirk shooter, Canadian stablecoin, and more 27:32

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Prime Minister Mark Carney says it’s time to build big, and build quickly. Today he revealed a list of five “nation building” projects, including LNG production, and small nuclear reactors. We’ll look at two of those projects in a bit more detail — mines in Saskatchewan and B.C. More on the plans, the people and the pushback. And: The hunt is on fo…

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17 Minutes of History #82--9/11 16:50

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Where were you when the lights went out?By generaleli

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Charlie Kirk shot, drone attack over Poland, World Cup tickets, and more 27:12

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Conservative activist Charlie Kirk — founder of the conservative youth organization Turning Point USA — died in hospital after being shot at a speaking event at a Utah college. The 31-year-old was a key ally of U.S. President Donald Trump, and influential in driving youth support for Trump during last year’s election. And: Canada pledges support fo…

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Series 7 - Episode 1: New Season,New Kit, New app, New Home Ground (Sort of) and Women's Rugby World Cup 1:19:15

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We are back for Series 7 of Cherry Jam and we have a lot to get through already! From all the goings on at Kingsholm including two new kits, a new ticketing app, a new venue for the Slater Cup plus our first chance to see some of newest signings out on the artificial turf. We discuss the Pre-season friendly win over Munster and whether there is any…

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17 Minutes of History--Unconditional Surrender Grant 17:08

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More to the package than meets an eye or twoBy generaleli

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Israel targets Hamas in Qatar, homeless encampments in cities, navigating US tariffs, and more 27:23

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Israel strikes the headquarters of Hamas political leaders in Qatar. Hamas says five of its members are dead. Israel calls it retaliation for a gun attack yesterday in Jerusalem. Qatar calls today’s strike a cowardly criminal assault. The escalation is drawing condemnation from other countries in the Middle East, and around the world. And: Barrie, …

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17 Minutes of History #80--The Women of 1862 and One of Today 16:58

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The ladies weren't always as expected then or nowBy generaleli

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Tariff relief plan, Alberta’s book ban plan, kids and gambling warning, and more 26:35

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Prime Minister Mark Carney rolls out his strategy to brace the Canadian economy for a long-term tariff war. He and his ministers announce the details of millions in spending to help businesses — and employees — survive. And: Alberta’s government reveals the latest plan on sexually explicit books in school libraries. Also: Canadian doctors say sport…

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Sailing the Valley Gem 17:11

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The 2025 Ohio Sternwheeler disaster when we let humans get involvedBy generaleli

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Massive drone strike on Kyiv, Returning to Whati, Operation Nanook, and more 30:36

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People in Ukraine are on edge after Russia launched its largest air assault of the war so far. Kyiv's main government building was struck for the first time - and multiple people were killed. You’ll hear about the scale of the bombardment, and reaction from Ukraine’s western allies. Also: People are returning to Whati, Northwest Territories - after…

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Ken Dryden dead at 78, TIFF opening weekend, The first Millennial Saint, and more 31:28

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Canadians are remembering hockey legend Ken Dryden, who died yesterday at the age of 78. During his career, Dryden was a Hall of Famer - with six Stanley Cups under his goalie pads - and was a key part of the Montreal Canadiens in the 1970s. He was also a lawyer, author, politician AND NHL executive. We'll take a look back on his long and storied c…

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Hurt and help for Canada’s economy, delay on EV sales targets, Quebec couple dies in Lisbon, and more 27:01

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Canada’s unemployment rate is at its highest in nearly a decade, excluding the first years of the pandemic. The economy lost 66,000 jobs last month. Particularly hard hit – industries most exposed to tariffs. And: Prime Minister Mark Carney announces billions in funding he says will transform that faltering economy. He calls it the most comprehensi…

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Mass stabbing in Manitoba, RFK grilled by senate committee, water bomber orders up, and more 27:53

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Hollow Water First Nation in Manitoba is mourning the death of an 18-year-old, who was killed in a mass stabbing by her brother this morning. Another seven people from the community were injured. We’ll have the latest details. Vaccines were front and centre as a U.S. senate committee grilled Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Senators asked abo…

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17 Minutes of History #78--History From the CS Mail 17:04

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Amazing how much we can learnBy generaleli

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Carney on tariffs, carbon capture, equine encephalitis, and more 27:27

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Prime Minister Mark Carney warns American tariffs on Canada won’t likely be lifted any time soon. His cabinet met to talk about walking the tightrope of boosting defense spending and protecting the economy from tariffs, all while “spending less”. And: Carbon capture is a key part of industry’s plans to mitigate climate change. But it turns out the …