Les meilleurs podcasts Newfoundland (2025)

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A cultural historian says the U.S. is on the road to becoming a fallen empire 6:06

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Donald Trump was inaugurated today. His election win was marked by online rhetoric, unqualified picks for high office, and grade-school bullying. That behaviour worries cultural historian Ernest Rugenstein. He has studied the rise and fall of empires, and he fears that the U.S. is showing all the signs of a failure in the future. He spoke with the …

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Whales in Focus: A Photographer's Paradise in Newfoundland 32:37

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Let us know if you have any questions about Newfoundland and we may air it on next episode. In this episode of the Newfoundland Lens, hosts Michael Winsor and Corey Babstock share their passion for photographing humpback whales off the coast of Newfoundland and Labrador. They discuss the various methods and equipment they use, such as shooting from…

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Fewer immigrants are now allowed into NL. We asked what that means for businesses looking for employees 6:28

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Ottawa has slashed the number of immigrants allowed into NL by half, to about 1,500 people. Provincial Immigration Minister Sarah Stoodley has said the move left her "gobsmacked" and will have a drastic impact on healthcare recruitment. Wanda Cuff-Young is vice president of operations with Work Global Canada, which specializes in international recr…

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Corner Brook Royals retire Ed Kearsey's No. 15 jersey 5:40

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Having their jersey retired by their team is a tremendous honour for an athlete. The Corner Brook Royals gave that distinction to former player Ed Kearsey over the weekend, as they retired his Number 15. Kearsey played almost 250 games in his career. Back in 1986, he was on the Royals team that brought home the the first Allan Cup in Newfoundland h…

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A nurse practitioner from NL says hormone therapy is hard to come by, so she started her own business 5:25

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ICYMI: Women in pain, being diagnosed incorrectly, sometimes being mistreated...and not having the changes in their bodies addressed properly... Nurse practitioner Julie Kane says those are some of the reasons she launched her own virtual hormone treatment business, Bird Island Wellness. Kane is a Newfoundlander living in Alaska. She told the CBC’s…

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A new CD Howe Institute report gives a failing grade to NL's health care system - but it says things can improve 6:41

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The CD Howe Institute has released a report on access to health care in the country. The prominent think tank published its findings last week - and the news is not good for NL. Tingting Zhang wrote the report, and she says while things aren't great right now, there are ways to improve the system.

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Risky Riverside. Corner Brook's mayor says the City will study the Riverside Drive area, where a landslide last April pushed a truck into the Humber River 6:03

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The City of Corner Brook is taking another look at the Riverside Drive area, after a landslide that happened last April. It was a harrowing experience for the four people involved, when a vehicle was pushed into the Humber River and another was struck by falling rocks and soil. The road took two months to re-open, but the City of Corner Brook isn't…

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Another bank is closing its doors in rural Western Nfld., this time Bank of Montreal in Port au Choix 7:18

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After more than 50 years in operation, the Bank of Montreal is closing its branch in Port au Choix on July 25th. The announcement was made earlier this week and took many residents of the area by surprise. The BMO branch will close Donald Spence is mayor of Port au Choix.

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Fire destroyed their building, so the St. Anthony Boys and Girls Club needs a new home 7:03

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It's been a devastating couple of days for the St. Anthony Boys and Girls Club. A historic building that was their home was destroyed by fire on Wednesday night. On Thursday, the board of directors held an emergency meeting, and executive director Carmella Rose told us about it.

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Each month, many Atlantic Canadians are within $200 of going broke 6:41

3d ago6:41

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It's a hard time of year for many people in this province. The cost of everything is rising -- from groceries to utilities, and money is getting tighter. On top of that, it's mid-January and many people are dealing with paying off the expense of the holiday season. A recent poll found out that almost 50 percent of Atlantic Canadians are two-hundred…

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Ski season begins today, at Marble Mountain, despite a difficult winter and chairlift troubles 8:32

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January has been a disheartening month for many snow lovers, but there was good news today. Marble Mountain ski hill was scheduled to open in the morning. It's taken a lot of work and perseverance to get the hill ready. Bruce Hollett is executive chair of the board of directors of Marble Mountain.

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Home, sweet home -- for a little while. There's a new community housing project in Gander. 6:22

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Three years ago, the Town of Gander bought a de-consecrated Pentecostal church. Then, to find out what to do with it, council asked for proposals from the community. The winning pitch is "New Beginnings," a project run by the local Housing and Homelessness Hub. Kim Beers is the chairperson of the Hub, and she spoke with the CBC's Leigh Anne Power.…

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NL Premier Andrew Furey plans to be at Donald Trump's inauguration on Monday. PC leader Tony Wakeham wonders whether it's necessary 7:06

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On Monday, Donald Trump will be inaugurated for his second term as United States President. The invitation list includes several billionaires, podcasters, and of course political leaders, including our own Premier Andrew Furey. Furey says he'll attend, along with other Canadian premiers. Provincial Progressive Conservative leader Tony Wakeham wonde…

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University students reflect on how well their high school years prepared them for post-secondary 7:21

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Experts studying the education system in this province say changes are needed. Last week, the NL government released the interim education accord. It's a plan to tackle the problems of low student engagement, chronic absenteeism and increasing violence in schools. It also outlined a need to help students make the switch to post secondary education.…

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People in Fox Island River-Point au Mal say the only road to their town is still being eroded on the coastline 13:22

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People in Fox Island River-Point au Mal say there's little to show for all the government money that's gone into fixing up their road. The community is about 25 minutes drive from Stephenville, and the only road to it runs right along by the ocean. Storm surges and coastal erosion have been taking their toll for more than a decade. Provincial gover…

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What does this mild Newfoundland winter mean for our wildlife? 8:06

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While we do have a little snow on the ground in most parts of the island, the winter so far has been pretty mild. If you’ve been out for a walk lately, you might have noticed more squirrels and birds and other animals than you normally would this time of year. Animals are also noticing the changes in the winter weather. Michael Peers is an ecologis…

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Fire destroys historic building in St. Anthony 9:39

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It was a terrible night last night in St. Anthony, as a fire broke out at and destroyed a historic building. The building was home to the St. Anthony Boys and Girls Club., but the structure dates back to the days of the Grenfell Mission. Everyone was able to get out of the building, but the Boys and Girls Club is a total loss. Krista Lynn Howell is…

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Woman with cancer in St. John's ordered daughter's gift well before Christmas, but But it still hasn't arrived 9:04

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A woman from the Northern Peninsula who's getting cancer treatment in St. John's said she did everything she could to give her children a good Christmas, but one of the presents she bought still hasn't arrived. Louise Reid ordered her 13-year-old daughter's present from Best Buy early in November because she wanted it to get to her home in St. Luna…

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Use an app or helpline to save a life. Learn how to reduce the harm from drug use for people in our communities 9:02

6d ago9:02

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We have some information to share that could help save lives, maybe the life of someone you know. It's about reducing the harm from drug use and preventing drug overdoses. Jessica Rex is with the Safe Works Access Program of the AIDS Committee of Newfoundland and Labrador. That organization provides safe supplies for people who use drugs and also p…

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Town of Grand Falls-Windsor wants a new rec facility, but there are hurdles 6:20

6d ago6:20

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The Town of Grand Falls-Windsor is looking at plans to improve recreation opportunities for its residents. The town is already pretty well off when it comes to recreation facilities, with two ice rinks, a YMCA with a swimming pool, and a relatively new cross-country ski hut But some of those buildings are showing their age so the town council wants…

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Anna Burke is one of the people overhauling NL's education system 7:35

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For several years now, we've heard teachers talk about being overworked and stressed out. They say they come encounter or see harassment - and even violence in the classroom. Teachers also worry about how to include students who have disabilities and mental health issues. In the big picture, they say, things have to change. The provincial governmen…

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Town of Lewisporte considers an application from a man who wants to build an incinerator for biomedical waste 12:49

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A meeting in Lewisporte tonight will consider a proposed new business that's causing a stir for some in the community. The proposal is for a new biomedical waste incinerator that would dispose of medical waste from around the province. Paul Dalley is the proponent.

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Rethinking food distribution in Newfoundland: The Big Feed Club expands to the Bonavista Peninsula 8:01

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Getting groceries isn't always easy in Newfoundland and Labrador, especially if you don't live near a major grocery store. But the Big Feed Club has been offering a solution for the past few years: The company delivers groceries door-to-door across the island. There are goods from the big chains --- such as Costco --- and from local suppliers. Now,…

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This year's cold and flu season is back with a vengeance. A provincial medical officer of health offers some insight. 6:11

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It's that time of the year, coughing, sneezing, and a spectrum of viruses, like the pneumonia and whooping cough. CBC's Leila Beaudoin spoke with provincial medical officer Dr. Emil Prikryl, who says more Mycoplasma Pneumonia is circulating this year, among other nasty bugs.

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A new year brings advancements in technology. Tech writer Jess Hirsh will provide an overview of what to expect in 2025. 8:56

7d ago8:56

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This past Christmas, about 43 per cent of Canadians had technology on the top of their wish lists. According to a Future Shop poll, it was the biggest single gift request category. Jesse Hirsh is a technology writer and CBC Newsnet contributor. He spoke with CBC's Leigh Anne Power.

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Meta announced it's changing how it monitors hate-speech and fact-checking on social media platforms. 7:38

8d ago7:38

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Meta is changing how it fact-checks or moderates what is said on its platforms. That raises concerns about a potential increase in racist and anti-LGBTQ-plus comments. Meta's new guidelines have prompted one person to shake her head and announce her departure from the platforms. CBC's Leila Beaudoin spoke with Amanda Bittner from Memorial Universit…

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