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Global National with Dawna Friesen
Global National with Dawna Friesen is Canada’s evening national news podcast, and provides a distinctive voice and approach to the day’s top stories. Following its mission statement of “Story is everything,” the Global National team provides Canadians with in-depth analysis and perspective on important national and international events, connecting with audiences coast-to-coast, bringing clarity to the issues and news of the day. Global National has news bureaus and correspondents in every major Canadian city, as well as Washington and London. The multiple award-winning Global National ha...
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Iran pressed to surrender; Disturbing claims against Trump in new Epstein files 07.03.2026 25:57
U.S. President Donald Trump says no deal is possible to end the attacks on Iran, unless Iran makes an "unconditional surrender." Mike Armstrong reports on the latest bombings, and how Israel is expanding its attacks on Lebanon. Eric Sorensen looks at who might lead Iran next. David Akin reports on Ottawa's efforts to help hundreds of Canadians escape the Middle East. Katherine Ward reports on the...
Trump on Iran's next leader; Air travel tips amid war; Punch's prime mates 06.03.2026 26:40
As Iran is hit with new bombs and missiles, Jeff Semple reports from Van, Turkey, near Iran's northern border, on how the U.S. and Israeli strikes are fuelling anger among Iranians, and how the U.S. reportedly wants Kurdish forces to join the war. Jackson Proskow looks at how Trump wants a say in choosing Iran's next leader, with the Pentagon possibly preparing for a battle lasting months. The war...
White House's ominous warnings; Iranians flee; Vancouver's big bang 05.03.2026 26:20
There are ominous warnings the U.S. attacks against Iran are only going to escalate. Jeff Semple is at the Turkish side of Iran's northern border speaking with Iranians trying to escape before the situation gets worse. Jackson Proskow looks at the debate over the legality and justification for the war. Heidi Petracek reports on the three methods Ottawa is using to get Canadians out of the Middle E...
U.S. set to intensify Iran war; Mixed messages about reasons for attack 04.03.2026 27:24
The war in the Middle East is only widening. Jeff Semple reports from Istanbul about where this leaves the people of Iran. Jackson Proskow explains how there's mixed messaging about why U.S. President Donald Trump launched the attacks. Redmond Shannon explains how Trump is taking aim at some European allies for their lack of support. Anne Gaviola looks at how the war could affect your wallet beyon...
Middle East war expands; What is Trump's endgame?; Rising oil prices 03.03.2026 26:25
The U.S. and Israel's airstrikes on Iran have triggered a war that's quickly spreading through the Middle East. Redmond Shannon looks at how several other countries have been drawn in, as Iran goes after its neighbours. Jackson Proskow looks at the scrutiny on U.S. President Donald Trump's potential endgame. Heidi Petracek speaks with some of the Canadians stranded in the Middle East who are tryin...
Uncertainty ahead for Iran while Canadians stuck in Middle East amid conflict 02.03.2026 26:08
War in the Middle East as more U.S. and Israeli strikes target Iran, while the regime hits back against Israel and other countries in the region. Plus, we speak to the Canadians caught in the crossfire. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Iran's supreme leader dead after major U.S.-Israel joint strike 01.03.2026 26:15
Fire and destruction across the Middle East, after the U.S. and Israel unleash a massive joint strike on Iran, delivering on Donald Trump's threats against the regime. The reports that Iran's supreme leader has been killed, and how Tehran is retaliating. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hillary Clinton testifies about Epstein; Instagram's alert plan; Best escape room 27.02.2026 26:16
Former U.S. secretary of state and first lady Hillary Clinton has testified behind closed doors about convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Mike Armstrong reports on what Clinton said, why her deposition had to take a pause, and how she's calling on President Donald Trump to testify. Back in Canada, Jillian Piper has reaction from the Sikh community after a federal government official said they...
Gauging India's threats; Missing Epstein files; Regulating A.I.; How horses neigh 26.02.2026 26:25
India's government has been accused of instigating violence in Canada. But on the eve of Prime Minister Mark Carney's trip to India, Mackenzie Gray explains why federal government officials say they're no longer worried. There are reports the U.S. Department of Justice withheld portions of the Jeffrey Epstein files that included one woman's disturbing accusations against President Donald Trump. Ja...
Mexico back to normal; Ottawa summons OpenAI; 4 years of Russia's invasion 25.02.2026 26:54
Things are back to normal in Mexico after a wave of drug cartel violence. Skylar Peters reports from Bucerías on how tourists are enjoying some fun in the sun again; and how airlines are trying to accommodate the Canadians trying to return home, as well as the people who won't give up their tropical vacation. Jillian Piper reports on the arrest of a relative of the Tumbler Ridge shooter. Touria Iz...
Canadians stuck in Mexico after El Mencho's killing; Money and Olympic medals 24.02.2026 26:48
The killing of drug cartel leader Nemesio 'El Mencho' Oseguera Cervantes in Mexico has left many Canadians, including Global's Skylar Peters, stranded in the country after flights were cancelled. Skylar speaks to a Winnipeg man caught in the violent chaos at the airport; Jillian Piper looks at how the Canadian government is responding; and Jackson Proskow reports on the unprecedented violence Mexi...
Mayhem in Mexico; Mar-a-Lago shooting; More hockey heartbreak 23.02.2026 25:26
Thousands of Canadian tourists are ordered to take shelter, as violence erupts after the killing of Mexican drug kingpin Nemesio "El Mencho" Oseguera Cervantes, the head of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel. Global's Skylar Peters reports from near Puerto Vallarta. Candice Cole reports on the Secret Service shooting and killing a man who breached the perimeter at U.S. President Donald Trump's Flor...
OpenAI previously banned B.C. mass shooter's account; Cancer vaccine trial 22.02.2026 25:35
OpenAI, the American company behind ChatGPT, has revealed it banned the account of Jesse VanRootselaar, the Tumbler Ridge shooter, seven months before the rampage. Angela Jung explains why, and why the company did not notify police. Candice Cole looks at how owners of small businesses are breathing a bit easier after the U.S. Supreme Court ruled most of President Donald Trump's tariffs are illegal...
Trump's tariffs terminated; Epstein scandal looms over royals; Canada closer to hockey gold 21.02.2026 26:10
The U.S. Supreme Court strikes down Trump's tariffs as illegal. How the American president is lashing out. Plus, British investigators dig deeper into Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor's ties to Jeffrey Epstein, as the Royal Family faces public backlash. Plus, another nailbiter for Canada against Finland in men's hockey at the Winter Olympics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoice...
Ex-prince Andrew arrested; Anti-extortion plan; Hockey heartbreak 20.02.2026 26:42
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, formerly known as Prince Andrew, has been arrested and released by police in the United Kingdom. Vincent McAviney looks at why police spent hours questioning Andrew, and how King Charles is responding. Eric Sorensen looks at the growing calls for transparency, accountability, and renewed investigations in the Jeffrey Epstein case. In Washington, D.C., Candice Cole repor...
Another MP defects; Colbert vs. CBS; Nailbiter Olympic hockey game 19.02.2026 24:40
Another MP has ditched the Conservatives to join the Liberals. David Akin explains why Edmonton MP Matt Jeneroux has jumped ship, and what this means for both parties. Another brutal blast of winter has hammered parts of Canada. Heidi Petracek looks at how people in Newfoundland and Labrador are coping; and Global News meteorologist Anthony Farnell explains when southern Ontario might see some rel...
Carney's 'Buy Canadian' defence plan; More Olympic gold; Jesse Jackson dies 18.02.2026 26:42
Prime Minister Mark Carney unveils his "Buy Canadian" defence plan. Jillian Piper reports on the multi-billion dollar proposal aimed at beefing up Canada's military muscle and relying less on the U.S. In Milan, Mike Armstrong reports on the Canadian speedskating trio striking Olympic gold again. He also previously sat down with one of those winners, Ivanie Blondin, to hear what else she set out to...
Canada's Olympic triumphs; Toronto's lack of snow removal; Robert Duvall dies 17.02.2026 26:15
Team Canada has made more major triumphs at the Olympics. Mike Armstrong reports on the medals two Canadian athletes won, and Anne Gaviola tells you about the goal-scoring record that was smashed. Mike also sits down with Canadian halfpipe skier Cassie Sharpe about her decision to return to the sport after stepping away for a while. As the search continues for Nancy Guthrie, you'll find out who's...
Canada's 1st gold at the Olympics; U.S. measles outbreak; Rescuing discarded new clothes 16.02.2026 26:05
Canada gets its first golden moment at the Milano Cortina Olympics, after moguls skier Mikaël Kingsbury comes out on top of the podium one last time. Plus, the rapid spread of a potentially deadly virus in the U.S. And the millions worth of new clothing saved from a landfill in Manitoba. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tumbler Ridge vigil; Olympic curling controversy; Valentine's for care home residents 15.02.2026 25:58
A look back at Friday's solemn vigil in Tumbler Ridge, B.C., as people from across the country arrived to support those affected by Tuesday's mass shooting. Plus, why Team Canada is stirring controversy in curling at the Olympics. And a Manitoba care home is overwhelmed by love for Valentine's Day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Political leaders visit Tumbler Ridge; Misinformation about trans people 14.02.2026 26:27
Tumbler Ridge is struggling in the spotlight as it mourns the people murdered in Tuesday's mass shooting, as federal and provincial leaders visit the tight-knit community. Heather Yourex-West reports on what we're learning about one of the youngest victims, 12-year-old Ticaria Lampert. Chris Gailus speaks with British Columbia Premier David Eby about the trauma that people in Tumbler Ridge will en...
Tumbler Ridge victims named; Shooter's past; Athlete banned over helmet 13.02.2026 27:30
As police release the names of the people killed in Tuesday's mass shooting in Tumbler Ridge, B.C., the tiny community is struggling to understand what happened. Heather Yourex-West reports on how the victims are being remembered; and Jillian Piper looks at what court documents and social media posts are revealing about the teenaged shooter. In Toronto, the sex assault trial has begun for billiona...
Small BC community of Tumbler Ridge mourns after 8 murdered in shooting 12.02.2026 27:49
Eight people were murdered Tuesday in British Columbia after a shooting spree at a secondary school. Heather Yourex-West reports from Tumbler Ridge on the sadness and shock overwhelming the small community. Jeff Semple tells you what we're learning about some of the victims and the suspected shooter. Mackenzie Gray looks at how politicians of all stripes were united in grief, paying an emotional t...
Guthrie doorbell camera footage; Trump's bridge threat; A.I. medical advice 11.02.2026 26:39
The FBI has released doorbell camera footage of Nancy Guthrie's home from the early morning of February 1. Jackson Proskow reports on what someone is seen doing the morning the 84-year-old vanished. Prime Minister Mark Carney is responding after U.S. President Donald Trump threatened to block the opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge, which connects Ontario and Michigan. Dawna fact check...
Air Canada nixes Cuba flights; O'Hara's cause of death; Olympian's redemption 10.02.2026 26:18
Touria Izri explains why Air Canada is suspending flights to Cuba, and what it means for tourists trying to get out. Jeff Semple has the medical examiner's report on how beloved Canadian acting legend Catherine O'Hara died. The ransom deadline for Nancy Guthrie has now expired. Jackson Proskow reports on NBC 'Today' co-anchor Savannah Guthrie's 11th hour plea to the public, and where things stand...
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