Three stories to expand your worldview, delivered daily. Matt Galloway cuts through a sea of choice to bring you stories that transcend the news cycle. Conversations with big thinkers, household names, and people living the news. An antidote to algorithms that cater to what you already know — and a meeting place for diverse perspectives. In its 20 years, the Current has become a go-to place for stories that shape and entertain us. Released daily, Monday to Friday.
479 episodes transcribedThe fashion industry is one of the world’s biggest polluters, with millions of tonnes of textiles ending up in landfills every year. We talk to people...
Manitoba is trying to attract U.S. physicians who might be uncomfortable with Donald Trump’s incoming presidency. We talk to a family doctor who alrea...
Scientists are sounding the alarm about research into synthetic organisms known as “mirror life,” warning of an unprecedented risk to all life on Eart...
From groceries to air travel to phone providers, many services in Canada are controlled by just a handful of companies. We look at why that lack of co...
Younger people are turning to cryptocurrency because they feel left behind by the traditional economy, say some experts. We break down how it all work...
The stuffed toys called Jellycats are one the most sought-after items this Christmas, fetching high prices and even inspiring large-scale theft. Max G...
British politician Kemi Badenoch got some salty responses when she decried the humble sandwich as "not a real food.” London chef and sandwich shop own...
Some people are exploring thrifting to find the perfect gift this holiday season, hoping to save money and cut down consumer waste. We get some tips f...
Finance minister Chrystia Freeland’s shock resignation has heaped pressure on Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to step down. The CBC’s Rosemary Barton an...
Jonathan Haidt says technology and social media have rewired our children’s brains, and taken a heavy toll on their mental health. The social psycholo...
Liberal MPs Wayne Long and Chad Collins say that the prime minister has lost the confidence of his caucus — and must resign. They talk to Matt Gallowa...
Out-of-office messages have become more than a handful of dates and the email of who to reach out to instead while you’re gone. A Canadian content cre...
Canada is working to address the flow of migrants and fentanyl into the U.S. in an effort to avoid hefty tariffs threatened by incoming President Dona...
European scientists have launched the Proba-3 space mission, which will study the sun by creating artificial solar eclipses. An astronomy reporter exp...
Terrorist-designated rebel group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) is now in control of Syria, and the world is trying to decide how to engage with them. One...
Google promises its new “Willow” chip — unveiled this week as the latest update in the field of quantum computers — might someday revolutionize everyt...
The Vancouver Island marmot — one of Canada’s most endangered species — is making a remarkable population rebound from near-extinction. A conservation...
A little inspiration in the kitchen can go a long way. Three food fanatics share the cookbooks they loved this year, and what cookbooks are good for i...
Quebec and Newfoundland and Labrador have struck a new hydro energy deal. It replaces the previous pact that saw power leave the Churchill Falls hydro...
Saudi Arabia has been named host of the 2034 World Cup despite a track record of human rights violations. An investigative football journalist tells u...
