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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).
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- GNYesterday · 25 min
Pacific Northwest fires; Indian gang exploits student visas; Filipino tennis star
Wildfires force thousands more people from their homes, as smoke smothers parts of British Columbia. Plus, how the community of Spokane, Washington is trying to confront their wildfire tragedy with kindness. A notorious Indian gang exploits student visas to commit crimes on Canadian soil. The revelations from a classified report. And the rising tennis star from the Philippines who's stirring the hears of Canada's Filipino community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- GNThursday · 26 min
Helping wildfire evacuees; Remembering Lloyd Robertson
Angela Jung reports from Vernon, B.C. on the heartache for wildfire survivors, and how the community is rallying around those who have lost everything. Heather Yourex-West reports from Spokane, Wash. on how the city is dealing with its worst disaster, and the progress firefighters are making. An overnight Russian ballistic missile attack has killed 17 people in Ukraine, which was not able to intercept any of the strikes. Redmond Shannon reports on how Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is calling for defence missiles, and why he may no longer be able to rely on the U.S. for that aid. A progressive candidate narrowly beat Rep. Haley Stevens, a centrist, to win the Democratic Michigan Senate primary. Jackson Proskow explains what Abdul El-Sayed focused his campaign on, and what it means for the Democrats' chances in November's midterm elections. A massive chunk of a SpaceX rocket has crashed into the moon. Heidi Petracek looks at how this collision is highlighting the growing problem of space junk. And that's the kind of legendary career it's been. Eric Sorensen looks back on the legacy of Lloyd Robertson, a pillar of Canadian broadcasting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- GNWednesday · 25 min
B.C. wildfire destruction; Spokane fire arrest; Breath test for cancer
Angela Jung reports from Vernon, B.C. on the people racing to escape fast-moving flames, and how hundreds of homes have been lost. Heather Yourex-West has made her way to Spokane, Wash. to survey the smouldering ruins left in the wake of devastating wildfires. She'll also tell you about the arrest police have made, and meteorologist Anthony Farnell explains how Spokane's wildfires became so disastrous. Heidi Petracek reports on the fresh lawsuits aimed at stopping U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs. Trump is warning the latest talks between the U.S. and Iran are the “last chance” for the latter to forge a deal. He's said this before, though. Could it be different this time? Jackson Proskow reports. Jillian Piper reports on the pressure on the Canadian government to protect the life of Moninder Singh, a prominent Sikh leader in British Columbia. Plus, Ella Macdonald reports on the simple breath test that could detect breast cancer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- GNTuesday · 26 min
Escaping B.C.'s wildfires; WestJet deal; Ariana Grande steps back
The British Columbia Interior is reeling after several wildfires intensified over the weekend, forcing a number of communities to be evacuated. Heather Yourex-West reports from Cranbrook, B.C. on the race to escape the flames, and how some people were left stranded. Jackson Proskow reports on the fierce wildfires surrounding Spokane, Wash., destroying more than 600 homes, making it the worst disaster in the city's history. New research from McMaster University is highlighting where most of the country's wildfire emissions are coming from. As Jeff Semple explains, the source still smoulders long after the flames are out. Seán O'Shea reports on what's known about the tentative deal between WestJet and its flight attendants, and how frustrated travellers are trying to get to their destinations. The U.S. and Iran are again giving contradicting claims about whether they are in talks to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Redmond Shannon looks at where negotiations stand, and how U.S. President Donald Trump claims it's Iran's "last chance before decapitation." Touria Izri explains how FIFA president Gianni Infantino is fighting to keep his job, and whom he's reportedly turning to for help. Plus: thank you, next. Felicia Parrillo explains why pop superstar Ariana Grande is taking a pause from public life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- GNMonday · 27 min
B.C. wildfire evacuations; WestJet strike; Quebec rabies concerns
Jordan Armstrong reports on the growing wildfires prompting evacuations in British Columbia. Seán O'Shea reports on the frustration among passengers as WestJet flight attendants begin their strike. Candice Cole explains why U.S. President Donald Trump says he called off plans to attack Iran. Vincent McAviney looks at how the U.S. is steadfast on renewing peace talks between Russia and Ukraine. Mike Armstrong reports on the warning for people in Quebec about a growing rabies risk. Katherine Ward reports on the startling rise in injuries among young Canadians from electric scooters. Plus, "pawsitive" performance review: Payton Zillich looks at the study on the welfare of working dogs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- GNSunday · 26 min
WestJet braces for strike; Hackers target U.S. water; Returning to Syria
The bumpy ride for travelers as WestJet braces for its flight attendants to potentially strike if they don't reach a deal. Plus, American water facilities targeted by sweeping cyberattacks potentially linked to the war with Iran. And the long journey of rebuilding begins for Syrian refugees who have returned home. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- GNAugust 1 · 26 min
WestJet worries; Infantino nixes plan; Guthrie ransom notes; Bye, Grinder
WestJet passengers are racing to rebook their trips as the flight attendants' strike deadline looms. Touria Izri explains what the airline is offering passengers who want to cancel their trips. Redmond Shannon explains why tens of thousands of migrants tried to enter Europe through a tiny Spanish territory. Jackson Proskow looks at the skepticism surrounding U.S. President Donald Trump's deal to disarm Hamas. FIFA president Gianni Infantino has scrapped his controversial World Cup equity plan following a huge backlash. The investment proposal had links to Joshua Kushner – the brother of Jared Kushner, Trump's son-in-law. Sarah MacDonald tells you what Infantino said late today, and Mike Armstrong looks at the revolt Infantino faced. Arizona police have now released the ransom notes Nancy Guthrie's family received months ago. You'll hear what was in those chilling messages. Guthrie, the mother of NBC 'Today' co-anchor Savannah Guthrie, was kidnapped from her Tucson home in the early hours of Feb. 1. Melissa Ridgen looks at the struggle to contain stray dog populations on First Nations. Katherine Dornian reports on the plea for blood donations. Plus, Sarah looks back on the life of Grinder, a beloved orphaned grizzly bear who lived on Grouse Mountain in North Vancouver, B.C. for the past 25 years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- GNJuly 31 · 26 min
WestJet strike notice; World Cup plan backlash; Parker's parents speak
Uncertainty is in the air after WestJet's flight attendants served strike notice. Jacqueline Hansen looks at when the workers could walk off the job, and what this might mean for passengers. FIFA president Gianni Infantino has a plan to sell stakes in the World Cup to private investors. Sarah MacDonald looks at the backlash, and how the proposal is linked to the extended family of U.S. President Donald Trump. With the U.S. and Iran having reignited their war, Jackson Proskow looks at what both sides could do next as other Middle Eastern countries continue to be dragged deeper into the conflict, and where Trump's approval rating now sits. Heather Yourex-West shares the emotional message from the heartbroken parents of Parker, the 11-year-old Calgary boy found dead yesterday after he vanished on July 16. Redmond Shannon reports on Russia's bombardment of Ukraine overnight, and how the attack killed an entire family. Mike Armstrong explains what's making the growing Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo even worse. Plus, Nadia Comăneci changed gymnastics when she just 14. Dawna explains why the history-making athlete is back in Montreal, 50 years after her Olympic triumph. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- GNJuly 30 · 27 min
Missing boy found dead; BC's LNG deal; Winnipeg frozen out?
After vanishing two weeks ago, the Calgary boy named Parker was found this afternoon. Dawna tells you about the tragic conclusion in the search for the 11-year-old. Sarah MacDonald looks at British Columbia's landmark LNG deal with a German company, and the hurdles ahead. Jillian Piper explains how Canada is cancelling the so-called "Netflix tax," and what will replace the revenue that supports Canadian content. Heather Yourex-West looks at how Edmonton has had its rainiest summer ever, and how the cleanup is proving to be more than the city can handle alone. Mike Armstrong reports on how firefighters in France and Spain are trying to extinguish raging wildfires, while battling fatigue. Redmond Shannon updates the race to find survivors in parts of earthquake-ravaged southern Japan, the difficult conditions for search crews, and the help arriving for evacuees. Touria Izri tells you about New York City's "Northern Neighbour Deal," the Big Apple's big campaign to lure back Canadian tourists. Plus: some potentially sour news that's tough to swallow. Melissa Ridgen explains which Canadian city could usurp Winnipeg as Slurpee Capital of the World — and why. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- GNJuly 29 · 26 min
Japan earthquake; Doug Ford's Disney trip; Dad goes the distance
The race is on to find survivors after a powerful earthquake rattled southern Japan. Redmond Shannon reports on the collapse at a shopping centre, and the warning of what could come next. Mike Armstrong looks at what could derail the progress in the fight against wildfires in both France and Spain. Jackson Proskow reports on how U.S. President Donald Trump's private meetings with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu went today at the White House. Jillian Piper looks at the signs Trump's latest tariff threat is stalling the Canadian economy. Ontario Premier Doug Ford says he's never charged taxpayers for expenses, so how does he explain billing them for a trip to a Disney resort? Colin D'Mello reports. In a Global News exclusive, Jeff Semple sits down with a pro-democracy activist in Canada, who says she's been targeted by China's "ethnic unity" law. The legislation allows the Chinese government to pursue people abroad and criminally charge them if they "undermine ethnic unity and progress or create ethnic division." Plus, unwavering strength: Marney Blunt catches up with the Ontario father who swam about 110 kilometres in 12 days for a cause close to his heart — and his daughter's. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- GNJuly 28 · 25 min
ER doctors burning out; Alberta medical test changes; 75-year curse ends
Canadian ERs are sending out an SOS. Katherine Ward explains why so many emergency physicians are burning out, and the potential remedies. Heather Yourex-West explains why Albertans can now refer themselves for medical tests. Mike Armstrong reports on the unprecedented wildfires burning up parts of France and Spain, and Taya Fast looks at how merging wildfires in British Columbia are chasing hundreds of more people out of their homes. Seán O'Shea catches up with some drivers in Windsor, Ont. who were excited about finally being able to cross the Gordie Howe International Bridge. Pentagon officials have reportedly raised concerns that because of the war on Iran, the U.S. is running out of weapons needed for future conflicts. Jackson Proskow reports on how President Donald Trump is denying this, and what he claims is the reason he backed off from his threat of a "massive attack" on Iran. Plus, jubilation in Ireland: Redmond Shannon tells you about the Gaelic football curse that was finally punted away after 75 painful years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- GNJuly 27 · 26 min
Berlin Pride parade attack; Triple byelection races; U.S. tariffs sting
German police kill the man suspected of attacking one of Europe's largest LGBTQ2+ celebrations in Berlin. Plus, Prime Minister Mark Carney sets a date for three byelections to decide the balance of power in Ottawa. And how Canada's honey industry is feeling the sting from U.S. tariffs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- GNJuly 26 · 26 min
Wildfire fight in B.C.; Drought plagues Europe; Mosquito season explodes
The growing number of evacuation orders throughout British Columbia, as wildfires run rampant. Plus, the hot and dry conditions plaguing Europe as the continent grapples with a wildfire crisis of its own. And why the Prairies are dealing with a population explosion of mosquitoes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- GNJuly 25 · 26 min
Gordie Howe Bridge ceremony; Forced labour tariffs reality check
After disinviting American officials, Canada celebrates the opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge. Mackenzie Gray reports from Windsor, Ont. on the event, and how U.S. President Donald Trump is reacting. Meanwhile, Trump's new forced labour tariffs are in effect. Sixty countries, including Canada, are facing the levy as Trump accuses them of importing products made with forced labour. Jillian Piper has a reality check on the allegations, and tells you how countries are reacting. Sarah MacDonald reports from Kamloops, B.C., where evacuees are taking shelter after escaping wildfires threatening their homes. Wildfires are also ravaging Spain. As Redmond Shannon explains, the country has now declared its first ever wildfire emergency. Touria Izri looks at how the cyclosporiasis outbreak in the U.S. keeps growing. Eric Sorensen tells you about Canadian math whiz Jacob Tsimerman, who was just bestowed with the discipline's highest honour. Plus, a self-described "tiny" Canadian's enormous impact on the big Hollywood blockbuster "The Odyssey." Heather Yourex-West introduces you to Devyn Dalton, who stands 4'6", and how she was selected to be the stunt double for superstar Matt Damon, who stands 5'10". And find out how Damon was so impressed by Dalton. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- GNJuly 24 · 27 min
Carney's measured response; B.C. wildfires; Remembering Oliver Jones
David Akin looks at how Prime Minister Mark Carney could respond to U.S. President Donald Trump's latest tariff threat, and how far some of Canada's premiers are willing to go. As British Columbia's wildfires grow, Sarah MacDonald reports from Kamloops on how some people fled their homes on short notice, and what could further complicate the mission to extinguish the flames. And Heather Yourex-West looks at the air quality and heat warnings. Europe has already sweltered under multiple heat waves during the summer, and parts of the continent are now dealing with deadly wildfires. Redmond Shannon reports on the frantic efforts to evacuate communities in the path of the flames. Jackson Proskow explains why U.S. President Donald Trump is now threatening "major military punishment" for Iran and the Houthi rebels, and how Americans are becoming increasingly tired of the war. Six beluga whales have been successfully relocated from Ontario's defunct Marineland amusement park to aquariums in Chicago and San Antonio. But as Eric Sorensen explains, animal welfare advocates are not celebrating the moves. Plus, an extraordinary career full of high notes: Dan Spector looks back on the life of renowned Canadian jazz legend Oliver Jones. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- GNJuly 23 · 26 min
B.C.'s growing wildfire emergency; Ontario MPP hotel expenses
Thousands of British Columbians are on edge tonight as fast-moving wildfires threaten their homes. Sarah MacDonald tells you about the highways shut down, and what could further fuel the flames. Some Ontario MPPs are under fire after billing taxpayers for unnecessary hotel stays. Premier Doug Ford says it's "unacceptable," but as Colin D'Mello explains, government emails are contradicting Ford. The details of the Gordie Howe International Bridge agreement have now been made public. Mackenzie Gray reports on Canada's concessions, and how the specifics contradict Prime Minister Mark Carney's previous comments. Canada's premiers are meeting in Charlottetown with Prime Minister Mark Carney to discuss a variety of issues, including the country's ailing health care system. David Akin explains what the premiers want every Canadian to have, and the pitch for more federal funding. Jackson Proskow explains the fears of what the U.S. and Saudi Arabia's landmark nuclear energy deal could lead to. Heather Yourex-West explains how Calgary police are using artificial intelligence to aid in the search for Parker Wells, 11, who vanished July 16. Heather also looks at the technology's limitations. Plus: OpenAI says two of its models went rogue and hacked another company. Nathaniel Dove explains why it serves as a wakeup call, and how it signals how powerful this technology can be. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- GNJuly 22 · 26 min
Tariff threat reaction; India's 'Cockroach' protests; Identical quadruplets
Most of Canada's premiers are showing defiance in the face of U.S. President Donald Trump's latest tariff threat. Jillian Piper looks at how some businesses are reacting, and what Prime Minister Mark Carney is saying; while David Akin hears from Canada's first ministers. Redmond Shannon reports on Canada's role in a multi-national fighter jet program, and the goal. Ontario grapples with what's shaping up to be the worst wildfire season on record. Eric Sorensen has the angry reaction from First Nations bearing the brunt of it, as they accuse the Ontario government of leaving them on their own. Jackson Proskow explains how the war between the U.S. and Iran is putting pressure on global energy supplies, and what President Donald Trump is vowing next. Nathaniel Dove explains what's behind India's "Cockroach" movement and why it's gaining momentum. Plus, baby boom: Sarah MacDonald tells you about the extremely rare birth of identical quadruplets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- GNJuly 21 · 27 min
Trump's new tariffs; Cyclospora confusion; Amber Alert rules debate
In a surprise move, U.S. President Donald Trump has signed an order imposing 50 per cent punitive tariffs on most Canadian goods entering the U.S. Jillian Piper explains when the measures could take effect; and the push for Canada to retaliate. And Trump is complaining about the smoke from Canadian wildfires drifting into the U.S. Jillian looks at how Trump is facing calls for cooperation instead of confrontation. Candice Cole looks at how the U.S. and Iran seem open to resuming talks, but neither seems willing to stop fighting. Jacqueline Hansen looks at the war's impact on inflation. Redmond Shannon reports on the goals of new British Prime Minister Andy Burnham, and the challenges he faces. Katherine Ward explains why U.S. health officials are backtracking on a key finding in their investigation into that Cyclospora outbreak. As the search continues tonight for a Calgary boy missing since last Thursday, Heather Yourex-West explains why it took two days for an Amber Alert to be issued, and the calls to change that protocol. Plus, Spain defeated Argentina to win the 2026 World Cup, capping off a tournament that captivated billions of people from all walks of life. Eric Sorensen looks back on the highs and lows of the exhilarating competition. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- GNJuly 20 · 26 min
Spain wins World Cup; Missing Alberta child; Iran war escalation
The final whistle of the FIFA World Cup as Spain wins the 2026 soccer tournament that's captivated millions around the world. Plus, the massive mobilization to find a missing boy in Alberta. And the escalating strikes between the U.S. and Iran, as more American troops are killed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices