Finding Purpose; After Fiona

We speak with the aunt of one of the three Newfoundlanders detained in Israel this week. They were part of the Freedom Flotilla attempting to get aid to the residents of Gaza. (Krissy Holmes with Vicki Axford) 

This one will be even bigger than the last! We check with a husband and wife team who are founders of Clarenville's Annual Giant Pumpkins NL Festival. (Krissy Holmes with Leslee and Krista Lake) 

Cooking Jiggs Dinner for the first time is a feat in itself… but when you’re homesick and in Texas it's another pot of meat altogether. We reach a woman originally from Corner Brook who is crowd-sourcing ideas for a boiled dinner in Dallas. (Krissy Holmes with Maddie Grace Hallow ... Show More

It is one of Netflix’s most watched documentaries – The Tinder Swindler told the story of scammer Simon Leviev and how he conned women out of more than $10 million. Now two of his most high-profile victims reveal the depression and bankruptcy that followed and how they’re taking ... Show More

The newsreader has been sentenced for accessing indecent images of children. How did the BBC handle the scandal? Dan Boffey reports. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus 

A tiny dog famous for her big adventure reunites with her overjoyed owners, after 529 days in the wild. Also: the escaped Tennessee Zebra; why a man risked his life to save 41 others; and a footballing first for Senegal. 

For Valentine’s Day, Hannah Moore speaks to Shon Faye, author of Love in Exile, on her evolving understanding of love. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus 

When author and broadcaster Wendy Harmer was sent to cover the Academy Awards, she was thrilled. But the star-filled night was plagued with a series of mishaps. The tale I dine out on is a summer series from 10 of our favourite storytellers – actors, comedians, writers and Guardi ... Show More

A nurse in the US state of Kentucky has gone viral after she saved a baby raccoon who became 'drunk' on fermented fruit. The cub had passed out after eating peaches, thrown away by a distillery. Also: we hear from Bárbara Hernández, a cold water swimmer from Chile, known as the I ... Show More

In this episode, Karol interviews Salena Zito, a seasoned journalist and author, who shares her unique journey into journalism, her insights on voter sentiment, and the importance of community. Salena recounts her experiences covering national politics, her connection to Pennsylv ... Show More

Check out Sara Carter!! Sara A. Carter is an award-winning investigative reporter who is taking back the story. Each week, Carter shares her unique perspective as a mom, a wife to a wounded war hero, and a reporter who’s told stories from the darkest corners of the world. Join he ... Show More

Normal People and Conversations with Friends author Sally Rooney is a publishing sensation and became a huge star whilst still in her twenties. Her new book Intermezzo, published today, follows two grieving brothers in complicated relationships. Will it cement Rooney’s reputation ... Show More

Mina Smallman’s world fell apart after the murder of her two daughters. Then came a shocking revelation about the police’s behaviour. She explains how she found the strength to fight back. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus