logo
episode-header-image
Feb 2024
15m 48s

Cape Breton rallies to help snowed-in se...

CBC
About this episode
Some Cape Bretoners are still trying to dig themselves out after almost 5 feet of snow fell this week, with reports that older people in particular are missing medical appointments and running low on food. We talk to people on the Nova Scotian island about the scramble to get supplies to the vulnerable — by snowshoe, if necessary. 
Up next
Sep 2024
The benefits of being idle
In her new book Going to Seed, Kate J. Neville reflects on the value of being idle, and the importance of escaping the busyness that builds up around family, work and social demands. 
24m 30s
Sep 2024
Haida Gwaii’s future, Haida Gwaii’s past
Generations of Indigenous people have fought to protect the land and culture of Haida Gwaii, and this year the Haida Nation has reclaimed stewardship of that land in a historic agreement. Matt Galloway went there to hear what this means for the archipelago’s future — from uncerta ... Show More
46m 49s
Sep 2024
The NDP tore up the Liberal deal. Why now?
The NDP has ripped up its supply-and-confidence deal with the Liberals, raising questions of whether an election may be imminent. Parliamentary reporters Stephanie Levitz and Ryan Tumilty unpack what prompted the surprise decision, and what happens next. 
12m 13s
Recommended Episodes
May 2022
Survivors of Australia’s bushfires still waiting for homes
For many survivors of the 2019-2020 Black Summer bushfires, the upcoming winter will be their third in temporary accommodation, and some feel like they’ve been left to fend for themselves throughout the recovery. Rural Network reporter Natasha May explores what the past two years ... Show More
21m 30s
Dec 2022
“Historic” storm kills at least 49 people in nine states
More than two dozen people are dead from the horrific blizzard that slammed Erie County, New York over the holiday weekend. Some dying in snow buried cars, other in homes with no power. Conditions are so bad rescuers needed rescuing. The storm has caused more than 3,000 flights t ... Show More
38m 58s
Apr 2024
Snow Survey Reveals Good News for Californians
State water officials say the last snow survey of the season on Tuesday revealed good news for the millions of Californians and farms who rely on snowmelt.Reporter: Ezra David Romero, KQED LA County authorities have a new strategy to help curb gun violence.Reporter: Jackie Fortie ... Show More
10m 35s
Mar 2023
Preparing for a cold snap
With weather warnings left, right and centre is Ireland ever ready to handle the snow? Should we be looking at developing systems if extreme weather is set to become the norm? Journalist with Country Living and the Irish Farmer’s journal, Janine Kennedy grew up in Nova Scotia but ... Show More
6m 5s
Mar 2023
Powerhouse storm brings heavy snow and damaging gusts
The winter storm that arrived as rain Monday night changes over to snow in most places, except Cape Cod, between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Snow fall will be heaviest 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. — at which point the road conditions will range from snow-covered to wet, and visibility will be signif ... Show More
4m 16s
May 2024
Hundreds feared 'buried alive' under Papua New Guinea landslide
Officials say an entire village in a mountainous area of the north of the country was obliterated in the early hours of Friday morning. Rescuers are reported to be at risk because the land is still moving. Also: Palestinian health officials say Israel has carried out a deadly air ... Show More
28m 9s
Jan 2022
The trucker convoy heads to Ottawa
Across Canada this week, groups of truckers opposed to a vaccination mandate for cross-border truck drivers have been making their way to Ottawa to protest. But as the convoy has gained momentum, others — some with violent messages — have latched onto the movement. Today, we'll f ... Show More
35m 40s