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Global National with Dawna Friesen

Global National with Dawna Friesen

Global News 508 Episodes Aug 8, 2026

Global National with Dawna Friesen is Canada's early evening national news podcast, offering in-depth analysis and perspective on top national and international stories. The team provides clarity on the day's news, connecting with audiences coast-to-coast. With bureaus in major Canadian cities, Washington, and London, it has won multiple awards for best newscast.

Episodes

Canadian trade concessions; Thailand school shooting; World's longest concert
Canadian trade concessions; Thailand school shooting; World's longest concert Aug 8, 2026 1556 Canada mulls concessions in U.S. trade talks, from alcohol to autos, as the Carney government seeks tariff relief. Plus, the deadly rampage at a school in Thailand, where a 14-year-old student carried out a mass shooting. And a song that spans centuries: how an organ is performing the world's longest concert. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Pacific Northwest fires; Indian gang exploits student visas; Filipino tennis star
Pacific Northwest fires; Indian gang exploits student visas; Filipino tennis star Aug 7, 2026 1546 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 t
Helping wildfire evacuees; Remembering Lloyd Robertson
Helping wildfire evacuees; Remembering Lloyd Robertson Aug 6, 2026 1594 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 int
B.C. wildfire destruction; Spokane fire arrest; Breath test for cancer
B.C. wildfire destruction; Spokane fire arrest; Breath test for cancer Aug 5, 2026 1533 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 disas
Escaping B.C.'s wildfires; WestJet deal; Ariana Grande steps back
Escaping B.C.'s wildfires; WestJet deal; Ariana Grande steps back Aug 4, 2026 1587 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 disa
B.C. wildfire evacuations; WestJet strike; Quebec rabies concerns
B.C. wildfire evacuations; WestJet strike; Quebec rabies concerns Aug 3, 2026 1662 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.
WestJet braces for strike; Hackers target U.S. water; Returning to Syria
WestJet braces for strike; Hackers target U.S. water; Returning to Syria Aug 2, 2026 1587 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
WestJet worries; Infantino nixes plan; Guthrie ransom notes; Bye, Grinder
WestJet worries; Infantino nixes plan; Guthrie ransom notes; Bye, Grinder Aug 1, 2026 1585 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
WestJet strike notice; World Cup plan backlash; Parker's parents speak
WestJet strike notice; World Cup plan backlash; Parker's parents speak Jul 31, 2026 1583 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
Missing boy found dead; BC's LNG deal; Winnipeg frozen out?
Missing boy found dead; BC's LNG deal; Winnipeg frozen out? Jul 30, 2026 1649 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
Japan earthquake; Doug Ford's Disney trip; Dad goes the distance
Japan earthquake; Doug Ford's Disney trip; Dad goes the distance Jul 29, 2026 1590 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 Presi
ER doctors burning out; Alberta medical test changes; 75-year curse ends
ER doctors burning out; Alberta medical test changes; 75-year curse ends Jul 28, 2026 1554 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 hun

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