Paul Hunter

Paul Hunter, CBC Washington correspondent covering U.S. developments and the Middle East. Peter Armstrong, CBC energy reporter analyzing oil markets and gas prices. Jennifer Yoon, CBC Toronto reporter on the Georgian Bay ice-fishing rescue. They discuss the war’s trajectory and U.S. statements. They cover oil price shocks, rising gas costs and economic ripple effects. They recount the dramatic ice rescue and survivor accounts.

John Palema, a Massachusetts masonry owner and three-time Trump voter who prioritizes immigration and labor concerns. Pablo Payan, an Indiana general contractor who voted Trump then regretted it over immigration and economic fallout. Paul Hunter, a Washington correspondent who analyzes presidential messaging and political strategy. They discuss the State of the Union, immigration enforcement, labor-market effects in construction, and political calculations for midterm voters.

Katie Simpson, CBC's Washington correspondent, shares insights on Canada's navigation through Trump's trade war and the strained U.S. relations. Peter Armstrong discusses the economic toll of tariffs and the resilience of certain sectors. Paul Hunter highlights Trump's drastic reclamation of presidential power and its political fallout. Sasha Petrasek provides a sobering look at Gaza’s ongoing humanitarian crisis amid a fragile ceasefire. Johanna Wagstaff reveals alarming climate trends in 2025, detailing extreme weather events and their devastating consequences.

Paul Hunter, Senior Washington correspondent for the CBC, discusses the tense atmosphere in Washington, D.C., following a shooting involving National Guard members. Laura Westbrook shares harrowing details from the scene of a deadly high-rise fire in Hong Kong, highlighting the devastating community impact. Alexandra Clough reveals the bizarre saga of a 15-year tennis-court feud in Palm Beach that culminated in a $50 million civil verdict, while Peter Cunningham talks about the struggles of the softwood lumber industry under U.S. tariffs.

Paul Hunter, CBC Washington correspondent, dives into the implications of a federal judge dismissing charges against James Comey, a move that complicates things for Trump and his DOJ tactics. Colin Butler, CBC culture reporter, pays tribute to reggae legend Jimmy Cliff, discussing his influential hits and cultural impact on music worldwide. Plus, with Black Friday approaching, Canadian businesses face pressure to adapt amidst economic concerns. A lively mix of politics, music, and commerce makes for an engaging listen!