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Former crime reporter Tamara Cherry — who now works as a specialist-for-hire on trauma-informed practices — joins Jonathan Goldsbie to consider what allegations swirling around Leah McLaren’s memoir have taught us about what could be called “trauma-indifferent” writing. They also look at how publication bans on the identities of victims can sometimes serve to re-victimize them, and how Canada seems to be on the verge of finally addressing that.This episode contains discussions of sexual assault.Links:I was sexually assaulted when I was 16. Penguin Random House Canada published a memoir by one of my assailants claiming it was consensual – Zoe Charlotte Greenberg on Mediummy response – Leah McLaren on SubstackA Statement from Penguin Random House Canada – PenguinRandomHouseCA on TwitterTrauma survivors and the media: A qualitative analysis – Journal of Community Safety and Well-BeingShe wanted to tell you about her sex assault. The court has finally let her – Toronto StarVictim Identity

The largest National Park in Canada is Wood Buffalo, currently celebrating its 100th anniversary. But the people who inhabited it for thousands of years before that want it back. Brandi Morin travels to Wood Buffalo (and to Fort MacMurray and to Fort Chipewyan) to tell the real story of the Dene, the Cree, and the land they were expelled from to make way for Wood Buffalo National Park. Further reading:Wood Buffalo National Park: an Untold Story. An account from Athabasca Chipewyan First Nation.http://acfn.woodbuffaloexpulsion.ca/Wood Buffalo and the American Bison: Get to Know This Place and an Amazing Animal. (Doc Planet documentary referenced in this episode.)https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gsxQKVfIxzESponsors: Rakuten, Oxio, Freshbooks, Pig IronIf you value this podcast, please support us. We rely on listeners like you paying for journalism. As a supporter, you’ll get premium access to all our shows ad free, including early releases and bonus content. You’ll also get our exclu

Hunters are mad about the new big list of guns to be banned by the Liberals - but why should we care if it helps reduce gun violence? And the not so credible Blacklock’s reporter’s story about being evicted from the Press Gallery. Grant LaFleche co-hosts. Free Canada-wide shipping on our store from December 8th - December 12th! Limited tickets available for The Backbench live show on December 14th.  Support Canadaland to get your free tickets.Host: Jesse BrownCredits: Aviva Lessard (Producer), Tristan Capacchione (Audio Editor and Technical Producer), André Proulx (Production Coordinator)Guest: Grant LaFleche Further reading: How Bill C-21 turned from banning handguns to hunting guns - CBCDaughters of Morgan Harris call on Ottawa for help to find mother - APTNBlacklock’s Eviction By Police - Blacklock’s ReporterHow an Ugly Feud Between Two Reporters Might Change Parliament’s Press Gallery Forever - Canadaland Sponsors: Douglas, oxio, Squarespace, Rakuten If you value this po

It’s the holidays, and on your TV or radio you’re inevitably hit with ads telling you that this is the season of giving - it’s time to donate to a food drive. Conservative politicians, Liberal politicians, banks, broadcasters, grocery stores: they all are united in this message.With the promotion of food banks from virtually every institution and elected official in the country, you might conclude that they are the best solution to food insecurity.Except - they’re not. Food bank use in Canada is at an all-time high, and experts, community organizers, even staff at food banks say that the growing need just shows how our government has failed to address poverty and hold corporations to account.  In this episode: Kitty Raman Costa, Executive Director, Parkdale Community Food BankDr. Valerie Tarasuk, Principal Investigator at PROOF, University of Toronto.Jade Guthrie, Community Learning and Engagement Manager, FoodShareProfessor Dennis Raphael of York’s School of Health Policy and Managem

AVERTISSEMENT : Dans cet épisode, nous discutons de violence à caractère sexuelle et de violence basée sur le genre. Si vous êtes à la recherche de soutien, le lien suivant vous dirigera vers des ressources à travers le Canada : https://canadianwomen.org/fr/vous-cherchez-un-soutien/Dans le cadre des 12 jours d'action contre la violence faite aux femmes, cet épisode revient sur la couverture médiatique actuelle au Québec autour de la dénonciation de violence à caractère sexuelle. Quel rôle jouent les journalistes dans l'accompagnement d'une personne victime ou survivante qui choisit de dénoncer ? Emilie Nicolas anime cet épisode de Détours avec Sophie Gagnon.CONTENT WARNING: In this episode, the co-hosts discuss sexual violence and gender-based violence. If you are seeking support, the following link will direct you to resources across Canada: https://canadianwomen.org/support-services/As part of the 12 Days of Action Against Gendered Violence, this episode looks at the current media coverage in Quebec around

The potential hypocrisies of condemning human rights abuses in Qatar during the FIFA World Cup. And the increasing difficulty of writing critically about Israel. Shree Paradkar co-hosts. Host: Jonathan GoldsbieCredits: Aviva Lessard (Producer), Tristan Capacchione (Audio Editor and Technical Producer), André Proulx (Production Coordinator), Cassidy Villebrun-Buracas(Associate Producer)Guest: Shree Paradkar Further reading: How media criticisms of Qatar during the World Cup are both accurate and unfair - Toronto StarLILLEY: World Cup's beauty marred by Qatar's human rights record - Toronto SunOpinion: We built the railway in five years. So why are so many megaprojects now stalled? - The Globe and MailRegier v National Post - National NewsMedia CouncilWhy the definition of antisemitism has become such a polarizing issue - Toronto StarCBC’s Palestine Exception - Review of Journalism Sponsors: Douglas, oxio, HelloFresh If you value this podcast, Support us! You’ll get premium access to al

*A note to listeners: Today’s episode deals with sexual violence inflicted on Indigenous minors and won’t be suitable for all listeners.In 2006, RCMP Const. Joseph Kohut kicked down the door to his ex’s home in Prince George, B.C., and left with certain belongings. His ex said that one of the things Kohut took was a videotape showing him sexually harassing an underage Indigenous girl. Kohut had already been investigated for sexual misconduct after a local judge pled guilty to sexually assaulting several Indigenous minors. Kohut’s ex, also a Mountie, reported the alleged theft of evidence. So what happened next? Reporter Jessica McDiarmid tells the story of 16-years of entropy and indifference within the RCMP.  Host: Jesse BrownCredits: Tristan Capacchione (Audio Editor and Technical Producer)Guest: Jessica McDiarmid Further reading: Toronto Star investigation, by Jessica McDiarmid Sponsors: Oxio, Rakuten, Freshbooks If you value this podcast, Support us! You’ll get premium a

Poilievre's toxic lie about safe supply. And the confusing and contradictory CSIS intelligence on China and the Freedom Convoy. Garth Mullins co hosts. Host: Jesse BrownCredits: Aviva Lessard (Producer), Tristan Capacchione (Audio Editor and Technical Producer), André Proulx (Production Coordinator)Guest: Garth Mullins Further reading: Everything feels broken.But we can fix it. - Pierre Poilievre videoOpinion: Pierre Poilievre couldn’t be more wrong on drug policy - The Globe and MailFormer Harper adviser denounces Pierre Poilievre drug policy unveiled in video - The Globe and MailChris Selley: Poilievre's anti-drug pitch is a failure of imagination - The National Post‘Like a zombie’: Ontario group home chain accused of overmedicating kids in care - Global NewsPolice Across Canada Are Hiring a Tech Company to Justify Bigger Budgets and Belittle Social Services - Press ProgressCSIS head told Justin Trudeau to use Emergencies Act, inquiry told - The Toronto Star Sponsors: Douglas, Squarespac

In part two: After a peaceful reclamation of the army base built on their land in 1993, elders of Stoney Point lead a movement to take back Ipperwash Provincial Park, which was also part of their original land and contained a burial ground. Racism and political interference turned a peaceful movement into a violent act of state aggression on September 6, 1995. This episode recalls the events of that night, and examines the fallout in the 28 years since, asking if reconciliation will ever be possible for the people of Stoney Point.In this podcast: interviews include Bonnie Bressette, Caroline “Cully” George, Pierre George, Kevin Simon, Claudette Bressette, Alabama Bressette, and Donald Worme. The episode is in memory of Anthony “Dudley” George.Deep thanks to Heather Menzies editor, and Kerry Kilmartin publisher of “Our Long Struggle for Home: The Ipperwash” by Aazhoodenaang Enjibaajig Host: Karyn PuglieseCredits: Karyn Pugliese (Producer), Kim Wheeler (Producer) Research for this episode include

The tense relationship between Canada and China after allegations of interference in our federal election. And do we need a mask mandate to prevent mask laziness and save our kids? Steven Zhou co-hosts.   Host:  Jesse BrownCredits: Aviva Lessard (Producer), Tristan Capacchione (Audio Editor and Technical Producer), André Proulx (Production Coordinator)Guest: Steven Zhou Further reading: Canadian intelligence warned PM Trudeau that China covertly funded 2019 election candidates: Sources - CTVChinese President Xi berates Trudeau on sidelines of G20 for leaking conversation - Globe and MailMPs agree to probe allegations of Chinese interference in federal elections - CBCHydro-Québec employee accused of spying for China is a flight risk, Crown says - CBCWoman risking homelessness because tenant won't leave gets eviction hearing date - CBCTo slow the spread of childhood respiratory viruses, do we need a few weeks of mandatory masking? - Globe and Mail Sponsors: Douglas, Squarespac

Thanks to David Wallace and Richard Marsh, the Klondike Papers blew up online - and nothing garnered more attention than Wallace’s claim that there was a plot to get rid of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. Could it be true? Cherise and Jesse try to get to the bottom of what actually happened, and in doing so discover a complex network of Brethren business with extensive political connections around the globe. Written and reported by Jesse Brown and Cherise SeucharanAudio editing and sound design by Tristan CapacchioneOriginal music by Nathan BurleyAdditional music by Audio NetworkEditorial Assistance by Sarah LawrynuikExecutive Producer, Jesse BrownTo hear two bonus episodes of Ratfucker right now, support Canadaland by going to: https://canadaland.com/joinIf you value this podcast, please support us. We rely on listeners like you paying for journalism. As a supporter, you’ll get premium access to all our shows ad free, including early releases and bonus content. You’ll also get our exclusive newslett

Le calcul politique de Doug Ford se retourne contre lui alors que les Ontarien.nes démontrent leur soutien aux travailleurs et travailleuses de l'éducation suite à la tentative du gouvernement provincial d'empêcher une grève historique. Puis quelle est la conversation entourant le bilinguisme au Nouveau-Brunswick suite à la nomination controversée de Kris Austin au Comité de révision de la Loi sur les langues officielles ? Emilie Nicolas anime cet épisode de Détours avec Stéphanie Chouinard.English: Doug Ford's political maneuvering backfires as Ontarians show their support for education workers after the provincial government tried to prevent a historic strike. And what is the conversation surrounding bilingualism in New Brunswick following the controversial appointment of Kris Austin to the Official Languages Act review committee? Emilie Nicolas hosts this épisode of Détours with Stéphanie Chouinard.Liens : Poll: 6 of 10 Ontarians blame Ford government for labour disruptionsChantal Hébert sur la loi 28

Unpacking the changes at Twitter and how chaos is Elon Musk's product. And what would it take for Canadians to change their mind on the use of the Emergencies Act? Douglas Soltys co-hosts.   Host: Jesse BrownCredits: Aviva Lessard (Producer), Caleb Thompson (Audio and Technical Producer), André Proulx (Production Coordinator)Guest: Douglas Soltys Further reading: Protected Duffins Creek wetland in Ontario has been damaged The NarwhalEditorial: Conservatives cozy up to biased Facebook National PostMillions Following Emergencies Act Commission. Most are Concluding Ottawa Had No Better Choice Abacus PollWas the Emergencies Act necessary? Globe and Mail Sponsors: Douglas, Squarespace If you value this podcast, Support us! You’ll get premium access to all our shows ad free, including early releases and bonus content. You’ll also get our exclusive newsletter, discounts on merch, tickets to our live and virtual events, and more than anything, you’ll be a part of the solution t

Richard Marsh was born into the Plymouth Brethren Christian Church. He got out of the group he calls a cult and has made it his mission to expose the Brethren for their alleged abuses. Now he’s on the run from Brethren members who’ve been searching for him for years. The man hired to hunt Marsh down? David Wallace. Written and reported by Jesse Brown and Cherise SeucharanAudio editing and sound design by Tristan CapacchioneOriginal music by Nathan BurleyAdditional music by Audio NetworkEditorial Assistance by Sarah LawrynuikExecutive Producer, Jesse Brown To hear all of Ratfucker now, plus bonus content, support Canadaland by going to: https://canadaland.com/joinSponsors: Douglas, Freshbooks, Article If you value this podcast, please support us. We rely on listeners like you paying for journalism. As a supporter, you’ll get premium access to all our shows ad free, including early releases and bonus content. You’ll also get our exclusive newsletter, discounts on Canadaland merch, invites and tic

The curious case of a journalist charged with the vandalism of a Nazi statue. And the first order of business for 10 newly elected politicians in Hamilton is to boycott the local newspaper. Jeremy Appel co-hosts.   Host:  Jesse BrownCredits: Aviva Lessard (Producer), Tristan Capacchione (Audio and Technical Producer), André Proulx (Production Coordinator)Guest: Jeremy Appel Further reading: A journalist broke a story about vandalism. Now police claim he did it - Toronto Star10 incoming councillors, trustees say recent coverage in Hamilton newspaper 'perpetuated anti-Black racism' - CBCNazi collaborator monuments in Edmonton defaced with red paint and words “Actual Nazi” and “Nazi Monument” - Progress ReportHere’s what I can tell you and here’s how you can help - Progress ReportHamilton community organizer alleged to have helped kidnappers escape in fatal Glanbrook home invasion - The Hamilton SpectatorInstagram Post Statement of the Hamilton Spectator boycott Sponsors: Hello

Meet David Wallace, political fixer and dirty tricks operative. After a career in the shadows, he’s turned whistleblower, leaking his files and sparking a conspiracy theory. But why? And can he be trusted?To hear all of Ratfucker now, plus bonus content, support Canadaland here: https://canadaland.com/joinWritten and reported by Jesse Brown and Cherise SeucharanAudio editing and sound design by Tristan CapacchioneOriginal music by Nathan BurleyAdditional music by Audio NetworkEditorial Assistance by Sarah LawrynuikExecutive Producer, Jesse BrownIf you value this podcast, please support us. We rely on listeners like you paying for journalism. As a supporter, you’ll get premium access to all our shows ad free, including early releases and bonus content. You’ll also get our exclusive newsletter, discounts on Canadaland merch, invites and tickets to our live and virtual events, and more than anything, you’ll be a part of the solution to Canada’s journalism crisis and you’ll be keeping our work free and

Like the next-piece box in Tetris, the United States often offers a preview of political trends that will soon come to Canada. So with dozens of 2020-election deniers set to be elected to Congress next month, what does that bode for our own near future?The Young Turks’ Cenk Uygur joins Jonathan Goldsbie to chew over that and also why the right seems to have a structural advantage in the media.Host: Jonathan GoldsbieCredits: Kattie Laur (Producer) Tristan Capacchione (Audio Editor & Technical Producer) André Proulx (Production Coordinator) SoCalled (Music)Guest: Cenk UygurSponsors: Douglas, Squarespace, OxioIf you value this podcast, Support us! You’ll get premium access to all our shows ad free, including early releases and bonus content. You’ll also get our exclusive newsletter, discounts on merch, tickets to our live and virtual events, and more than anything, you’ll be a part of the solution to Canada’s journalism crisis, you’ll be keeping our work free and accessible to everybody.**The Canad

What began as a peaceful land reclamation would turn into one of the most terrifying acts of violence and state force against unarmed people in Canada.In part one: Bonnie Bressette was only 5 years old when a truck came to Stoney Point, and she watched as her house was loaded up onto the truck to be taken away. Her father explained the government was taking their land to build an army base, but promised to return it after the war. Legally, the government had to. They didn’t.In episode one we hear from three generations of Stoney Pointers of how every system failed them. They explain their longing to rebuild their community and what led them to take over a military base in 1993. The story of Stoney Point is, in many ways unique, but in many ways it is the story of every land action: unresolved, intergenerational, highly politicized by Canada, that leads to confrontations between protestors and heavily armed police. The story sets up to ask, why have these scenes become so acceptable in Canada, and is

Loblaws takes the heat over a tone-deaf price freeze. And the unprecedented, unjustified, and perhaps unnecessary federal government power grab that nobody cares about. Our very own Arshy Mann co-hosts. Host: Jesse BrownCredits: Aviva Lessard (Producer) Caleb Thompson (Audio Editor & Technical Producer) André Proulx (Production Coordinator) SoCalled (Music)Guest: Arshy MannBackground reading:Canadians must give thanks to our Loblaw overlords for their generous new marketing campaignSupermarkets are hiking prices faster than necessary — and profiting from inflation, Star investigation suggestsControversial political fixer re-emerges in Toronto election campaignCommons: Papa Pump and the Small Town ShakedownUse of Emergencies Act OK by me, whatever the hearings findJustin Trudeau accused Doug Ford of ‘hiding’ during convoy protest, documents showSponsors: Douglas, SquarespaceIf you value this podcast, Support us! You’ll get premium access to all our shows ad free, including ear

Kate Beaton has written the best book about the oil sands, ever. It's a nonfiction comic book called Ducks, and it's about class in Canada as much as it's about anything. She talks with Jesse about what it's like to be a migrant worker in your own country. Ducks (link)Sponsors:Oxio (link) Freshbooks (link)Support Canadaland! (link) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.