The Decibel

Context is everything. Join us Monday to Friday for a Canadian daily news podcast from The Globe and Mail. Explore a story shaping our world, in conversation with reporters, experts, and the people at the centre of the news.

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The dark side of collagen

Episode Date: September 1, 2023

Collagen supplements are marketed as a holy grail anti-aging product. Bovine collagen is made from cattle hides, and a new investigation from the Bure...

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Why we need parasites

Episode Date: August 11, 2023

You’re never far from a parasite, no matter where you are. They’re responsible for illnesses like malaria that cause death around much of the world; t...

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What we get wrong about bears

Episode Date: August 3, 2023

Western preconceived notions about bears being deadly have led to dire consequences for bears. But the relationship and safety around bears is differe...