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Guest Taylor Crumpton discusses Beyoncé's impact on country music, highlighting its Black roots and the genre's history of being tailored for a white audience. The podcast delves into the challenges faced by Black artists in the industry, addressing issues of cultural theft, underrepresentation, and controversy surrounding Beyoncé's presence in the country music world.

Julian Borger from The Guardian talks about the US abstaining on a Gaza ceasefire vote at the UN, signaling a potential shift in US-Israel relations. They discuss the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, US public opinion on Israel's military actions, and the implications of reevaluating military aid to Israel.

Canada's inflation numbers have once again come in lower than expected, and are nearing where our central bank wants them. But to get here, the Bank of Canada has kept interest rates high to slow the economy.So was it actually the Bank's rate hikes that brought inflation down? Is the sting of high rates worth the success so far? And how much further does inflation — and the economy — need to slow before the Bank drops rates? Armine Yalnizyan is an economist and the Atkinson Fellow On The Future Of Workers.

Alberta faces a harsh drought ahead with low snowpack and reservoir levels, posing a threat to agriculture and water use. Experts predict a continued dry trend, raising concerns for the province's future. The podcast explores the impact of climate change on water scarcity and the government's proactive measures to address the impending crisis

Gunmen attack a concert in Moscow, ISIS-K claims responsibility. Russia doubts the claims. Briar Stewart discusses the Crocus City Hall attack and the unanswered questions.

Exploring the origins and evolution of Pornhub from a foosball scene in Montreal to the world's largest online porn site. The podcast uncovers connections to a Dutch cabin, pornographic VHS tapes, and the subprime mortgage crisis. Hear about the strategic moves that led to Pornhub's industry domination and controversial history.

This podcast delves into the messy negotiations surrounding a motion to recognize Palestinian statehood in Parliament, and the implications of its passing. It also discusses the push from provincial leaders to cut or pause the carbon tax increase, sparking debate and concerns about government precedent and public perception.

Exploring the ethical dilemmas and financial motivations behind family influencers, focusing on concerns of exploitation in the multi-billion dollar industry. Discussing the impact on children within these families, controversies surrounding child influencers, and the evolution of curated perfection to authentic storytelling.

A controversial real estate event in a Canadian synagogue selling property in the West Bank sparks protests and debate on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The event marketing raises international law violations, while protesters outside react to the implications. The conflict's reverberation in Canada is showcased, highlighting the complexities and divisions within the community.

The podcast explores Boeing's series of crises, including emergency landings and whistleblower deaths, tarnishing its once sterling reputation. It delves into whistleblower John Barnett's struggles with quality control issues, Boeing's cultural shift post-merger with McDonald Douglas, self-regulation challenges, and market share consequences.