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Global National with Dawna Friesen

Global National with Dawna Friesen

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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 has been voted Best Newscast by the Radio and Television News Directors Association (RTNDA) of Canada and by the Academy of Canadian Cinema & Television (the Canadian Screen Awards).Property of Corus Entertainment Daily Political Science Politics & Government
Episodes
  • World Cup knockout win; Iran ceasefire crumbling; Indigenous artifact repatriation
    Jun 29 2026
    Canada defeats South Africa in their first ever World Cup knockout, advancing to the final 16. How Canadian pride was on display in L.A. Plus, more strikes in the Strait of Hormuz threaten the already-fragile U.S.-Iran ceasefire. And the push to repatriate Indigenous artifacts from a Swiss museum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    26 mins
  • Venezuela's race against time; Migrants look to Canada; Edmonton man's double life
    Jun 28 2026
    The window to find survivors after Venezuela's double earthquake this week is now closing, as foreign aid faces challenges. Plus, why a wave of asylum seekers may be headed to Canada after a U.S. court ruling. And bus driver by day, prime minister-in-exile by night. An Edmonton man's remarkable double life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    26 mins
  • Venezuela's earthquake aftermath; Saving 24 Sussex; Pride at the World Cup
    Jun 27 2026
    Desperation and destruction in Venezuela, as crews race to rescue survivors after two devastating earthquakes. How Canadians are also trying to help. Plus, the ambitious new plan to restore 24 Sussex Drive. Who will be footing the multimillion dollar bill to repair the decaying official residence for Canada's prime ministers? And the celebrations and the controversy, as a World Cup match in Seattle puts LGBTQ2+ communities in the spotlight for Pride Month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    27 mins
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