The Big Story

Planned U.S.–Iran ceasefire talks and tensions around the Strait of Hormuz. The Artemis II crew's risky re-entry and Pacific splashdown. Canada's job numbers showing modest gains and steady unemployment. A surprise public statement from the U.S. first lady raising questions. Health Canada warning about unauthorized peptide injectables and safety concerns.

Elizabeth McCallion, a political scientist at the University of Toronto who studies Canadian party politics, breaks down floor‑crossing. She explains why Marilyn Gladu’s move surprised observers. They discuss social conservative positions, constituent backlash, and whether the Liberals should set limits on who can join. The conversation also covers incentives for MPs to switch and the gap between grassroots supporters and parliamentary representatives.

Plus: The Mark Carney Liberals are just one seat away from forming a majority government. the Artemis II crew speaks to the Prime Minister, an update on an arrest in the Pearson gold heist, and Canadians are weighing in on their travel plans. We love feedback at The Big Story, as well as suggestions for future episodes. You can find us: Through email at hello@thebigstorypodcast.ca  Or @thebigstory.bsky.social on Bluesky

A barely-existent ceasefire, and the paralysis of hundreds of ships. The state of the Iran - US Israel war remains muggy, even a day after the three agreed to a two-week ceasefire and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. It comes after US President Trump threatened to wipe out 'an entire civilization' if the strait wasn't opened. And although things seemed to have reached a calming point, Iran once again closed the shipping passage after Israel reportedly fired strikes into Lebanon. Host Caryn Ceolin speak to Jack Cunningham, an expert in international relations at the University of Toronto to discuss how the US could initiate a substantive wrap-up of the conflict, how the conflict has only bolstered Iran's power, and how Trump's words have weakened global perception of the US. We love feedback at The Big Story, as well as suggestions for future episodes. You can find us:Through email at hello@thebigstorypodcast.ca Or @thebigstory.bsky.social on Bluesky

Plus: Some of Trump's opponents are openly questioning whether his cabinet should remove him from office, Carney is set to speak with a Canadian astronaut, another Conservative MP crosses the floor to join the Liberals, advance voter turnout ahead of federal byelections next week, and the demise of Pam Bondi. We love feedback at The Big Story, as well as suggestions for future episodes. You can find us:Through email at hello@thebigstorypodcast.ca Or @thebigstory.bsky.social on Bluesky

More than a year after US President Trump curated what he believed was the perfect Cabinet, he's done away with two major figures within his administration, the latest being Attorney General, Pam Bondi. She was recently ousted and moved to what Trump calls an 'important' role in the private sector. Host Caryn Ceolin speaks to Peter Shane, an expert of US constitutional law and professor at New York University to discuss reasons behind Trump's staffing changes, his need for loyalty over merit, and how Bondi's politicization of the Department of Justice costed her her position. We love feedback at The Big Story, as well as suggestions for future episodes. You can find us:Through email at hello@thebigstorypodcast.ca Or @thebigstory.bsky.social on Bluesky

A tense rundown of a looming ultimatum over Iran and reported strikes raising regional escalation risks. A triumphant Artemis II crew heads home after a record lunar slingshot and reflections on sustaining life on the Moon. Tragic news of nine Canadian miners found dead in Mexico. Coverage of a gun attack at a consulate in Istanbul and a high-stakes Toronto federal by-election heating up.

Olivier Lamarr, robotics engineer and lead roboticist at NordSpace, brings lunar robotics and rover expertise. He discusses Artemis II’s test objectives and the crew’s lunar flyby. He explores why humans paused lunar returns, the strategic value of the lunar south pole, and Canada’s role from Canadarm legacy to new private rover plans.

Coverage of a major U.S. threat to Iran's electrical and bridge infrastructure amid Strait of Hormuz tensions. A crewed lunar flyby reaches a key mission milestone with plans to photograph the Moon and Earth. Early voting in federal by-elections could reshape Parliament. Commemorations mark eight years since a major hockey team crash. A debate on tougher youth social media laws is previewed.

Arturo Bejar, former Meta security and child-safety executive turned whistleblower who exposed harms to teens, shares vivid memories of his daughter’s online harassment. He discusses addictive design features like infinite scroll and autoplay. He outlines missed leadership responses, courtroom testimony, and practical product fixes and regulation ideas to protect young users.