Best The Sync Report Podcasts (2025)

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Was the Trump-Carney meeting 'transformational'? 48:37

3d ago48:37

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The long-awaited Carney-Trump summit in the Oval Office left the Canadian delegation feeling encouraged, though the U.S. president still taunted the prime minister over Canada becoming the 51st American state. Former Quebec premier Jean Charest, also a member of Prime Minister Mark Carney’s Council on Canada-U.S. Relations, joins the show to explai…

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House Party: Did PM Carney win over Donald Trump? 26:33

6d ago26:33

26:33

On Tuesday, Canada’s newly elected Prime Minister Mark Carney had his first face-to-face with U.S. President Trump. On the surface, it was pretty cordial – with Trump declaring his desire to be “friends” with Canada, yet he continued to repeat his wish for Canada to become the 51st state, and the meeting ended with no concrete outcomes on pressing …

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Trump, King Charles, and everything else on Carney’s calendar 48:32

10d ago48:32

48:32

A fast-paced, hard-fought federal election is over — and the Liberals mounted a remarkable comeback to win a fourth mandate, this time with Mark Carney as prime minister. But, his to-do list shows there’s no time to rest. Host Catherine Cullen breaks down Carney’s packed schedule and what it tells us about Canada’s future. Then, a senior writer for…

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119: First Women of Hollywood • The Visionary June Mathis 1:27:33

12d ago1:27:33

1:27:33

Mary Mallory, author of First Women of Hollywood • Thomas J. Slater, author of June Mathis: The Rise and Fall of a Silent Film Visionary (87:33)By Michael Gebert

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House Party: What surprised us the most about the election results? 30:43

14d ago30:43

30:43

This is it: House Party has been building up to the Canadian federal election for weeks, and now it’s actually happened! On just an hour or two of sleep, Catherine Cullen, Jason Markusoff and Daniel Thibeault react to the news that it’ll be a Liberal minority government in the House, and share what they think are the biggest surprises of the day.…

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Catch up on the latest election results from Power & Politics 54:31

14d ago54:31

54:31

House Party has a new episode coming up, but first we bring you the latest election results from our colleagues at Power & Politics. Liberal MP-elect Bruce Fanjoy explains how he beat Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre in his own riding, and Conservative MP-elect Scott Aitchison explains why he thinks Poilievre should remain leader. Alberta Premi…

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Get election results in 10 minutes with World Report 10:29

14d ago10:29

10:29

We'll be back with post-election episodes of House Party and The House soon, but in the meantime -- for a quick catchup on what you missed from election night, our friends at World Report have you covered. World Report is a daily news podcast that brings you the biggest stories happening in Canada and around the world, in just 10 minutes. Make Worl…

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The final days of Canada’s critical election campaign 51:15

17d ago51:15

51:15

It’s the final countdown to election night. On Monday, millions of Canadians will cast their ballots and choose their next federal government at a critical moment for Canada. Catherine Cullen sits down with David Coletto to find out what pollsters will be watching as results roll in from coast to coast. Next, CBC reporters on the road send us their…

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House Party: Are election platforms passé? 25:45

20d ago25:45

25:45

The political nerds hosting this podcast eagerly await the ritual release of costed party platforms during an election campaign: those line-by-line expenses and revenues that detail how much each party plans to spend on – and how they’ll fund – their promises. But, with so few days to go until the end of this campaign, is there much room to actuall…

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Sunday listen: How Safe is Your Vote? 51:46

24d ago51:46

51:46

A special Sunday offer from our friends at World Report: As Canadians prepare to head to the ballot box, the integrity of this vote matters more than ever. From foreign agents to fake influencers... how serious are the risks to Canada's democracy? And what are officials doing about these threats? Parliamentary reporter Janyce McGregor will tell you…

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Clashes and controversy at the leaders’ debates 56:10

24d ago56:10

56:10

There was no shortage of clashes and controversy as major party leaders’ squared off against each other in Montreal in both French and English. There were battles over pipelines, crime, change and how to deal with Donald Trump. Behind the scenes — concerns over how the debates were managed by organizers. Who came out on top and what’s the future of…

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House Party: Could these debates decide the election? 28:58

29d ago28:58

28:58

For Canadian political nerds, election debates are like the Stanley Cup finals - the one chance to see leaders from all the major parties face off in real time, and maybe even land a few blows against their opponents. But how much power do these debates have to actually change how people vote? In the lead up to the French and English federal leader…

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Election pipe dreams: Will parties’ pipeline pitches pan out? 50:34

1M ago50:34

50:34

U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariffs are spurring renewed interest in Canada for oil and gas development and a possible national energy corridor — with the Liberals and Conservatives promising action. Are these pledges realistic? And what about climate change? Host Catherine Cullen talks to a pollster, a political scientist and an oil market resea…

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House Party: Will this election bring Canada together or tear us apart? 27:47

1M ago27:47

27:47

The West wants out, Quebec wants in, and Canadian unity turned into a campaign issue this week after former Reform Party and opposition leader Preston Manning claimed increasing numbers of Westerners – particularly Albertans – may see secession as the only option if the Liberals win. Yet in Quebec, Bloc Quebecois leader Yves-Francois Blanchet took …

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Is Canadian unity on the ballot this election? 49:04

1M ago49:04

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An elder statesman to many Conservatives is warning the country: a Liberal victory could fuel western secession. What’s the appetite for that message? Former Reform Party leader Preston Manning joins The House to explain why Canadian unity is on the ballot. Next, as union leaders say more pain from U.S. tariffs is likely around the corner, NDP cand…

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House Party: Which party's talking to the TikTok generation? 27:15

1M ago27:15

27:15

If votes were based on social media stats, the NDP’s Jagmeet Singh would be on top with his latest “get ready with me” TikTok – racking up nearly 5 million views. But when it comes to polling, something is lost in translation, with Liberals and Conservatives pulling way ahead in securing support from the under-40 voters. So how are the parties targ…

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Trump crashes onto the campaign trail 50:44

2M ago50:44

50:44

There’s been no shortage of drama one week into this sprint election campaign, which is already affected by U.S. President Donald Trump and his tariffs. Prime Minister Mark Carney and Trump spoke with each other for the first time ever, the day after Carney said Canada's old economic and military relationship with the U.S. is “over.” Goldy Hyder, C…

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House Party: Is Pierre Poilievre really “in sync” with Donald Trump? 28:13

2M ago28:13

28:13

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is catching heat for what she said to Americans about Canada's federal election. In a resurfaced March interview with right-wing media outlet Breitbart, Smith suggested the U.S. pause tariffs to avoid hurting Canadian Conservatives’ electoral chances. She also said Pierre Poilievre is the best leader for Canada becaus…

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It's campaign time! Here's everything you need to know 50:09

2M ago50:09

50:09

We’ve waited a long time for this. On Sunday, Prime Minister Mark Carney is expected to ask the Governor General to dissolve Parliament and call a federal election — thrusting the parties into what is certain to be a dynamic, historic campaign. For starters, let’s get with you up to speed with a starter guide to campaign 2025, courtesy of CBC’s chi…

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House Party: Was the new PM’s Euro trip a smart move? 31:00

2M ago31:00

31:00

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney was sworn in Friday, and by Sunday night was on a plane to meet the leaders of France & the U.K.. It was a stark contrast to Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre & NDP leader Jagmeet Singh, who both stayed closer to home, unveiling platform promises in smaller cities across Canada. With an election call imminent,…

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New PM, new cabinet: The Carney era begins 49:15

2M ago49:15

49:15

It’s official: Canada has a new prime minister. Former central banker Mark Carney has been sworn in as Canada’s new leader and will immediately take on the challenge of U.S. President Donald Trump and his tariffs. To do so, he’s got a new, slimmed-down cabinet. Housing Minister Nathaniel Erskine-Smith joins the show to discuss the new crew, and Car…

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House Party: Can Mark Carney ditch Justin Trudeau’s baggage? 28:42

2M ago28:42

28:42

Mark Carney won the Liberal leadership as polls for the party were surging. But will the momentum last? Or will voters revisit feelings of being fed-up with the decade-old government? On this episode of the election weekly House Party, Catherine Cullen, Jason Markusoff and Daniel Thibeault dig into the differences between Mark Carney and outgoing p…

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Elbows up, Canada 48:57

2M ago48:57

48:57

Canada’s trade battle with the United States is officially underway. But since it kicked off on Tuesday, there have been near-constant twists and turns as U.S. President Donald Trump switches up his motives, his tariffs and his exemptions for Canadian trade. So how big a hit is Canada’s economy taking in this fight? Internal Trade Minister Anita An…

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House Party: How will this "dumb" trade war disrupt Canada's next election? 28:12

2M ago28:12

28:12

The “dumb” tariffs are on. The federal government has responded — but with Prime Minister Trudeau about to step down and a new Liberal leader being crowned on the weekend, a federal election could be mere days later. So what does all this mean for how people will vote and the parties’ campaign strategy? Is Carney becoming the popular anti-tariff ch…

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118: Nasty Women Return! • Rhea Combs on Oscar Micheaux • Katie Gee Salisbury on Anna May Wong 1:32:55

2M ago1:32:55

1:32:55

Nasty Women Return! Karen Pearlman on Breaking Plates and Smashing the Patriarchy • Rhea Combs on Oscar Micheaux: The Complete Collection • Katie Gee Salisbury, author of Not Your China Doll: The Wild and Shimmering Life of Anna May Wong (92:56)By Michael Gebert

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Inside Canada’s last-ditch efforts to stave off tariffs 54:21

2M ago54:21

54:21

Once again, Canada is staring down the barrel of U.S. President Donald Trump’s 25 per cent tariffs on almost all Canadian goods. After a month-long pause, the tariffs are slated to go into effect on March 4 — as Trump continues to claim fentanyl and illegal immigrants are pouring into his country from Canada. In a special episode of The House, host…

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Defend or defund? The political fight over CBC 49:00

3M ago49:00

49:00

In one corner: Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre, who has for years pledged to defund Canada’s public broadcaster. In the other: the current Liberal government, which after months of delay has unveiled their plan for CBC — one that overhauls its mandate but also calls for increased funding. Heritage Minister Pascale St-Onge joins The House to di…

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As Trump threatens Canada, where are our allies? 49:52

3M ago49:52

49:52

World leaders are gathering in Germany this weekend to discuss threats to international security, including Russia’s war on Ukraine. But for some countries — Canada included — the latest threat is coming from U.S. President Donald Trump. CBC’s defence correspondent Murray Brewster guest hosts The House to look at international crises unfolding in r…

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Trump wants to absorb Canada, says Trudeau 48:55

3M ago48:55

48:55

Canada got a temporary reprieve from Donald Trump’s tariffs, but the fight is far from over — and may be more existential than we thought. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau now says the U.S. president’s threat to turn Canada into the 51st state ‘is a real thing.’ Public Safety Minister David McGuinty, joins The House to discuss if Trump is actually a t…

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The clock ticks down on Trump’s tariffs 48:46

3M ago48:46

48:46

We’ve been waiting weeks for this, and even now — we’re still not exactly sure what to expect. But today, we may finally see U.S. President Donald Trump level punishing tariffs on Canada. The White House has told reporters tariffs are happening this weekend, and Trump himself has said there’s nothing Canada can do to avoid them. One of CBC’s foreig…

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117: Steve Massa on Roscoe Arbuckle • Noah Isenberg on Edgar Ulmer 1:32:14

3M ago1:32:14

1:32:14

Steve Massa on a Roscoe Arbuckle DVD/Blu-ray Kickstarter • Noah Isenberg, author of Edgar G. Ulmer: A Filmmaker at the Margins (92:14)By Michael Gebert

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Chrystia Freeland makes her case to replace Trudeau 50:10

4M ago50:10

50:10

Time's up for anyone mulling a bid to lead the Liberal Party. With the deadline to enter behind them, candidates have just a few days left to sign up new members, and a little over a month to drum up support. One of the frontrunners joins The House in studio: former finance minister Chrystia Freeland sits down with host Catherine Cullen to make her…

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If Trump's playing poker, did we just show our cards? 49:44

4M ago49:44

49:44

Donald Trump is headed back to the White House on Monday, meaning his tariff threats could become a reality and wreak havoc on the Canadian economy. So what’s Canada’s opening move if Trump charges forward? Host Catherine Cullen checks in with premiers at their important meeting in Ottawa this week to strategize a response, but not everyone is on t…

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How did Justin Trudeau change Canada? 52:06

4M ago52:06

52:06

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced Monday he will step down from his job once the Liberals find someone to replace him. Now, the leadership race is on, with all sorts of politicians in the Liberal caucus and beyond feeling out whether they’ve got a shot to succeed Trudeau. The backdrop to all of this is U.S. president-elect Donald Trump claimi…

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Doors open, or closed? How immigration is evolving in Canada 50:09

4M ago50:09

50:09

This week, The House brings you some of the most compelling interviews from our coverage of immigration issues in Canada — from ministers who’ve overseen major policy changes to experts who say Ottawa’s recent clampdown will shake up the Canadian economy and post-secondary institutions. Plus, rare access to Toronto’s immigration holding centre, whe…

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116: Dave Kehr on To Save and Project • Copenhagen Silent Film Festival • Moguls 1:30:22

4M ago1:30:22

1:30:22

Dave Kehr on MoMA's To Save and Project preservation festival • Thomas Christensen on the Copenhagen Silent Film Festival • Authors Michael Benson and Craig Singer on Moguls: The Lives and Times of Hollywood Pioneers Nicholas and Joseph Schenck (90:33)By Michael Gebert

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Pop quiz! How much do you remember about this wild year in politics? 45:43

5M ago45:43

45:43

It ended with a shocking cabinet resignation — but 2024 was packed with plenty more political ups and downs. How many headlines do you remember? Listen along and test your smarts as host Catherine Cullen quizzes three keen Parliament Hill watchers who battle it out in The House's annual showdown, featuring Brian Platt of Bloomberg News, Nojoud Al M…

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Ho-ho-holy s--t… what’s happening in Ottawa? 53:49

5M ago53:49

53:49

This week in politics has been so massive, one MP’s stunned response summed it up: “WTF?” In the span of five days, the finance minister resigned; a growing list of Liberal MPs called on Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to quit; the federal cabinet got shuffled; NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh vowed to bring down the government; and Conservative Leader Pierr…

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Ontario's power play against Donald Trump 52:47

5M ago52:47

52:47

Ontario premier Doug Ford made a splash this week when he suggested his province could withhold energy exports to the United States if president-elect Donald Trump slaps steep tariffs on Canadian goods. Is Ontario gearing up for a trade war with the U.S? Ontario’s energy minister explains how far the province is willing to go on the issue. Then, th…

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Are we just playing Donald Trump’s game? 49:21

5M ago49:21

49:21

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is calling for interparty unity in the face of Donald Trump’s threat to impose tariffs on Canadian goods. But it didn’t take long for the Liberal-Conservative divisions to appear. So is it still realistic to talk about Team Canada? Two Ottawa bureau chiefs weigh in on Canada’s attempt to show a united front against the…

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Christy 31:03

5M ago31:03

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115: Top Ten in Physical Media 2024 • South West Silents & Film Noir UK • Burt Kearns on Shemp! 1:36:57

5M ago1:36:57

1:36:57

Top Ten in Physical Media 2024, with Bruce Calvert • James Harrison on South West Silents & Film Noir UK • Burt Kearns on Shemp! (96:58)By Michael Gebert

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A rare look inside Canada's immigration holding centres 48:39

5M ago48:39

48:39

First up, Trudeau makes a surprise visit to see Donald Trump the same week the president-elect promised to slam Canada with 25% tariffs on all goods. Then, Canada’s former ambassador to the U.S. discusses whether the threat is real, and what Canada should do about it. Next, it’s a building that very few Canadians ever get to go inside. The Immigrat…

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A tax holiday, Trump tariffs, and killer robots 48:42

6M ago48:42

48:42

The Liberals are planning to make Christmas shopping a little less expensive this year — they announced a tax holiday starting mid-December on top of rebate cheques set to roll out in the spring. Who comes out on top from this decision? CBC’s chief political correspondent joins The House to break down the politics behind the move. Then, a former Ba…

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Team Canada gets ready for Team Trump 50:37

6M ago50:37

50:37

President-elect Donald Trump is assembling his inner circle and making some cabinet nominations that are sending shockwaves around the world. As officials here prepare for tough talks on trade and border security – what could those picks mean for Canada? Two journalists in Washington and Ottawa to weigh in. Then, Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew joins th…

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HubSpot Update: Freeform Prompting in Content Remix 5:28

6M ago5:28

5:28

Content Remix Freeform Prompting: A Briefing Date: November 11, 2024 Source: Product Update Announcement Topic: Freeform Prompting in Content Remix Key Takeaway: This update introduces a powerful new feature to Content Remix called "Freeform Prompting," which significantly expands user control and creativity within the AI-driven content generation …

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HubSpot Update: [Private Beta] Chat with Copilot during live calls 5:24

6M ago5:24

5:24

Breeze Copilot Live Call Integration Briefing Doc Date: November 12, 2024 Subject: New Feature - Chat with Copilot during live calls (Private Beta) Overview: This document summarizes the key features and benefits of the new Breeze Copilot live call integration feature. What is it? The new feature allows sales and service representatives to interact…

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HubSpot Update: Draggable Chat Widget 6:23

6M ago6:23

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Briefing Doc: Draggable Chat Widget Feature Update Date: November 12, 2024 Source: Product Update - Connected Email | Inbox Subject: Draggable Chat Widget Feature Release Overview: This product update introduces a new feature that allows website visitors to drag the chat widget to any location on the screen. This addresses a previous issue where th…

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HubSpot Update: Rep Availability Reporting 5:21

6M ago5:21

5:21

Rep Availability Reporting: A New Era of Data-Driven Customer Service This briefing document reviews the key features and benefits of the new Rep Availability Reporting functionality launched within the Help Desk product. The update empowers Help Desk Managers with comprehensive insights into their team's availability, enabling data-driven decision…

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114: Silents Synced • Pordenone Festival Report 2024 • Thomas Walsh on Art Director Ben Carré 1:33:32

7M ago1:33:32

1:33:32

Josh Frank, creator of Silents Synced • Pordenone Festival Report 2024, with Lokke Heiss • Thomas Waksh on pioneering art director Ben Carré (93:32)By Michael Gebert

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