Front Burner

Ontario Premier Doug Ford's $225M plan for booze in corner stores is probed by Ontario provincial affairs reporter Mike Crawley. They discuss the hefty payment, Ford's history with alcohol sales, ties to potential early elections, and the controversy surrounding the move.

Justice reporter Perry Stein discusses Donald Trump's felony conviction for falsifying records, potential impact on his political future, legal challenges post-verdict, and implications for the upcoming election.

Exploring the consequences of an Israeli airstrike in Gaza, the podcast questions the effectiveness of Israel's self-investigations and the lack of accountability for past incidents. The conversation delves into the skepticism surrounding meaningful changes in the midst of the ongoing conflict, highlighting the historical context and implications of alleged war crimes. Discussing the ICC charges against Israeli leaders, the episode sheds light on the challenges of pursuing accountability and justice for war crimes.

Exploring Canada's economic productivity crisis, the link between productivity and standard of living, challenges in measuring productivity, contrasting US and Canada productivity growth, the impact of high taxes on businesses, and balancing productivity and quality of life

Former permanent resident of Canada, Jaskirat Singh Sidhu, involved in the Humboldt Broncos bus crash faces deportation to India raising questions on justice and fairness. The podcast discusses the legal repercussions, immigration system challenges, and the impact on victims' families and Sidhu himself.

Explore how a Mormon town in Alberta secured first water rights, sparking debates amid drought conditions. Learn about the historical influence of senior water licenses, the challenges of water allocation systems, and ongoing conflicts over water usage priorities in McGrath. Dive into the complexities of managing water access in Alberta and the implications for the future of water rights.

British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announces a snap election in the UK, sparking discussions about potential change with the Labour Party. The podcast explores Sunak's confidence, economic challenges, rise of the Reform Party, and comparisons between UK and Canadian political landscapes.

Kenya, leader of international forces in Haiti, discusses the rampant gang violence in Port-au-Prince. CBC's Paul Hunter explores the harsh living conditions and perspectives of Haitians awaiting foreign intervention to curb the chaos and terror in the city.

Red Lobster's bankruptcy explored through the lens of private equity decisions. Insights into the impact of 'Endless Shrimp' promotion on the restaurant's downfall and its relationship with a major Thai seafood company. Discussion on how private equity firms prioritize profits over long-term growth, leading to retail bankruptcies like Red Lobster.

Former UN Special Rapporteur Michael Lynk discusses ICC's requests for arrest warrants for Israeli and Hamas leaders accused of war crimes. Topics include legal complexities, evidence needed for charges, criticism from Hamas, ICC's pursuit beyond Africa, Israeli officials' opposition to warrants, and implications of ICC jurisdiction over non-member states.