Best Rage Select Podcasts (2025)

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The Rage Select Podcast: Episode 600 with Michael and Jeff! 3:12:25

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The Rage Select Podcast is turning SIX HUNDRED this week and Michael and Jeff are celebrating the only way the know how... by discussing a metric BUTTLOAD of trailers and announcements from Summer Game Fest 2025 as well as much, MUCH MORE! MP3 here - http://traffic.libsyn.com/rageselect/RageSelectEpisode600.mp3 RSS feed here - http://rageselect.lib…

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Tragedy in the Rockies, nuclear diplomacy, wine sales, protest music and more 26:51

3h ago26:51

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Iran attends nuclear talks with European leaders as the Israel-Iran war persists. Israeli airstrikes target facilities near Tehran and Iranian ballistic missiles send millions of people to bomb shelters in Israel. While the conflict shows no sign of easing, many fear the plight of Gazan civilians and Israeli hostages held by Hamas is forgotten. And…

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Conversations: For the Love of a Good Man, Gays in the Ancient Greek Military w/ H. Voss 1:36:25

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Liv speaks with author, poet, and big ol' nerd H. Voss about queer relationships in the ancient Greek military and the way that aligns with the Roman story of Nisus and Euryalus from Virgil's Aeneid. Read more from H. Voss here, and find the Ancient World Magazine article about Nisus and Euryalus here. This episode was recorded a number of months a…

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Canada’s countermeasures for U.S. steel tariffs, Trump on Iran timing, push for new airlines in Canada, and more 26:24

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Prime Minister Mark Carney takes steps to protect Canada’s steel and aluminum industries from U.S. tariffs, including plans to adjust counter-levies by July 21st, depending on how much progress is made with the Trump administration. Also: As Israel and Iran trade airstrikes for a seventh day, the U.S. President delivers a timeline for determining w…

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Trump deciding on Iran action, missing girl found, pedestrians and cyclist near misses at intersections and more. 25:57

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Fighting between Israel and Iran is in its sixth day. Thousands of people have fled Tehran to get away from Israel’s bombing campaign. They - and the world - are waiting to see what the U.S. President does next. Asked about whether his country would take a more active role in the bombing, Donald Trump said, “I may do it, I may not do it. Nobody kno…

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Remember The Game? #337 - Mega Man X2 1:52:20

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Are you on social media? Of course you are. So follow us! Twitter: @MemberTheGame Instagram: @MemberTheGame Twitch.tv/MemberTheGame ⁠Youtube.com/RememberTheGame⁠ ⁠Facebook.com/RememberTheGamePodcast⁠ ⁠TikTok.com/@MemberTheGame⁠ And if you want access to hundreds of bonus (ad-free) podcasts, along with multiple new shows EVERY WEEK, consider showing…

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Rising rhetoric in the Mideast, G7 fizzles without Trump, colorectal cancer screening and more 27:20

3d ago27:20

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The rhetoric and violence are both escalating on all sides in the Iran-Israel war. U.S. President Donald Trump is now demanding Iran’s unconditional surrender, while appearing to threaten the country’s supreme leader. Iran and Israel are firing missiles at each other. And Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu hints at regime change – in Iran. A…

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RE-AIR: Conversations: So Are They Cousins Or Not?! The Love of Achilles & Patroclus w/ Charlotte Gregory 1:38:00

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It's always a good time to revisit Achilles and Patroclus... This episode originally aired in June 2023. Liv speaks with PhD student Charlotte Gregory about all things Achilles and Patroclus, their relationship, and how modern Classical reception depicts their love, cousin or otherwise. Follow Charlotte on Twitter. Submit your question for the next…

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World leaders meet in Alberta, Israel - Iran war, Canada Strong pass, and more 26:52

4d ago26:52

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G7 leaders gather in Kananaskis, Alberta to talk about the global economy, trade tariffs and other issues. The G7 is hosted this year by Prime Minister Mark Carney. He had bilateral meetings with a number of leaders including U.S. President Donald Trump. The Israel - Iran conflict was front and centre. Also: The Israel - Iran war shows no sign of l…

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Iran Israel escalation, Looking ahead to the G7 summit, Grand Prix weekend, and more. 29:36

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Neither Israel or Iran seem willing to take down the temperature. The scope of attacks is expanding. The number of people killed and wounded is climbing higher. World leaders in Europe, North America, and the Middle East continue to push for diplomacy. But the back and forth bombardment shows no signs of slowing down. Also: Kananaskis, Alberta will…

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Israel and Iran trade more strikes, Lawmaker killed in Minnesota, Trump's military parade, and more 29:53

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There are no signs of deescalation. For the second night in a row, Iran attacked Israel with missiles and drones - sending millions of Israelis into bomb shelters. At the same time, Israel was carrying out attacks of its own. And leaders for both countries are threatening more destruction. Also: In Minnesota, A desperate hunt is underway after a gu…

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Iran - Israel war, Canada’s reaction, Air India flight data recorder, and more 27:38

7d ago27:38

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A massive barrage of missiles, and reports of destroyed nuclear sites. There’s fear in the Middle East and around the world about the exchange of fire between Israel and Iran. Israel has killed Iran’s top military commanders, and hit key nuclear sites. Iran has sent dozens of missiles to major cities in Israel. Many have been intercepted, but Israe…

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Toxic Boyfriends of Greek Mythology (feat. Historical Homos) 1:13:57

8d ago1:13:57

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Liv teamed up with Historical Homos to talk all about the toxic boyfriends (or, toxic relationships) of Greek myth. Someone almost always dies, but why and how and what does it mean?!?! Submit your question for the next Q&A via email or a voice note. Get ad-free episodes and so, so much more, by subscribing to the Oracle Edition at patreon.com/myth…

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Air India crash, U.S. senator handcuffed at press conference, Summer’s golden week, and more 27:41

8d ago27:41

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At least one Canadian was on board Air India flight 171, when it crashed into a residential area in Ahmedabad, India, killing all but one of the 242 people on the plane, and several others on the ground. It’s the first fatal crash for a Boeing 787 Dreamliner. The jet was 11 years old, with no major problems previously reported. So — what made it dr…

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Canada/U.S. trade talks, graduate unemployment, hockey hot in Florida, and more 26:36

9d ago26:36

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Canada and the U.S. appear to be making progress toward a trade agreement. CBC News and Radio-Canada have learned about a working document outlining details of a potential deal. And: New graduates are facing the worst unemployment rate in (non-pandemic) years. One expert says the numbers are the canary in the coal mine – warning of danger ahead for…

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Remember The Game? #336 - Gears of War 2 1:51:04

10d ago1:51:04

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Are you on social media? Of course you are. So follow us! Twitter: @MemberTheGame Instagram: @MemberTheGame Twitch.tv/MemberTheGame ⁠⁠Youtube.com/RememberTheGame⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Facebook.com/RememberTheGamePodcast⁠⁠ ⁠⁠TikTok.com/@MemberTheGame⁠⁠ And if you want access to hundreds of bonus (ad-free) podcasts, along with multiple new shows EVERY WEEK, consider s…

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Evacuee concerns, fires in B.C., Americans cut down Canadian travel, and more 26:36

10d ago26:36

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Not enough information, and not enough financial support. Wildfire evacuees in Saskatchewan say the province just isn’t stepping up. They say they’re waiting too long for help, and some of it comes in the form of gift certificates for stores hundreds of kilometres away. And: Squamish, B.C., has declared a local state of emergency, and warned some r…

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Liv Reads Statius: The Thebaid (Part 5) 1:06:15

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Liv reads The Thebaid, by Statius, translated by JH Mozley. The Argives stop in Nemea to hear the story of Hypsipyle of Lemnos (and, famously, Jason's first wife/victim) who shares the story of the Lemnian women and the time they got rid of all the men. Submit to the quarterly Q&A at mythsbaby.com/questions and get ad-free episodes and so, so much …

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Canada boosts defense spending, L.A. protests, measles & pregnancy, and more 26:22

11d ago26:22

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In an announcement including billions of spending on defence, Prime Minister Mark Carney says the era of U.S. dominance is ending. Carney says Canada must stop relying on the Americans for protection, and will meet the NATO military spending target of two per cent of GDP by March. That will mean arming the military with new subs, armored vehicles, …

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Sandy Lake evacuation, Trump deploys National Guard in LA, Italian citizenship referendum, and more 30:55

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Ottawa has deployed cargo planes and other military aircraft to evacuate Sandy Lake First Nation in Ontario - as a wildfire surrounds the community . You'll hear the story of how a construction crew trapped by the fires escaped to safety. Also: Outside a Los Angeles prison, protesters are staring down federal law enforcement - including National Gu…

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The Rage Select Podcast: Episode 599 with Amanda and Jeff! 2:30:00

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The Rage Select Podcast is SHAKEN, NOT STIRRED as Amanda and Jeff dive into the recent Sony State of Play, as well as all the news of the week, and much, MUCH MORE! MP3 here - http://traffic.libsyn.com/rageselect/RageSelectEpisode599.mp3 RSS feed here - http://rageselect.libsyn.com/rss iTunes here - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/rage-selects-…

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Fire evacuations rising, Trump Administration immigration crackdown, Trade lessons from the EU, and more 28:10

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In Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta, B.C. - the number of evacuation orders are climbing higher, just as massive wildfires in western Canada continue to swell. Those flames send smoke into the atmosphere -- prompting warnings to the east, and in parts of the United States. Also: Kilmar Abrego Garcia, the man mistakenly deported to El Salvador by the…

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One economy bill, evacuee frustration, Trump v Musk, and more 27:40

14d ago27:40

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One Canadian Economy – not just a bill tabled today in the House of Commons, but a cornerstone of Prime Minister Mark Carney’s policy approach. Carney invited Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the G7 in Alberta later this month. The relationship between the two countries has been strained for several years. The RCMP has detailed allegations ac…

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Conversations: the Divine Rage of Dionysus, a Transgender Translation of Bacchae w/ Emma Pauly 2:02:15

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Liv speaks with returning guest, translator and dramaturg Emma Pauly about reshaping and expanding their translation of Bacchae, and transgender, non-binary Dionysus. Find more from Emma here including a much earlier version of their translation of Bacchae here. This is the work by Cameron Awkward-Rich referenced. Submit your question for the next …

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Canada’s trade deficit, Trump and Musk fall out, measles death in Ontario, and more 27:00

15d ago27:00

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Canada’s trade deficit with the rest of the world is the largest it's ever been. It’s the starkest indication of how tariffs from the U.S. are affecting Canada. Economists say the numbers are ugly, and could lead to months-long freefall. And: Simmering tension between the president and Elon Musk has bubbled over. Donald Trump is now threatening to …

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Tariff talk, dry weather fuels prairie fires, seabed mining, and more 26:36

16d ago26:36

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Tariffs on steel and aluminum going into the U.S. are now up to 50 per cent. Canada is the largest supplier of both – accounting for half of aluminum imports and 25 per cent of steel. Canadian industry leaders, business leaders, and politicians at all levels want the Carney government to retaliate – now. The prime minister says his team needs time …

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Expansion Pass #233 - The SNES 1:11:56

17d ago1:11:56

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We skip the first Wednesday of the month to give me time to pay the games for RTG, but fortunately we have a backlog of about 1,000 podcasts on Patreon to draw from to fill in the gaps. And this week, we're turning the nostalgia knob all the way up and looking back at what is inarguably one of the greatest consoles of all-time: the Super Nintendo. …

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Tariff increase, border bill, La Ronge evacuates, and more 25:55

17d ago25:55

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U.S. President Donald Trump has signed another executive order – this one pushes tariffs on steel and aluminum to 50 per cent, starting tomorrow. Producers in Canada say the increase will be disastrous for the industry. And: As it continues to try to meet the U.S. demand for more border strength – the federal government wants to give increased powe…

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The Timelessly Trans Tale of Caeneus, ft. Stephanie McCarter and Joe Watson 43:26

18d ago43:26

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Happy Pride! This episode is a combination of three past episodes featuring the invulnerable and AFAB hero, Caeneus. Featuring this conversation with Stephanie McCarter, translator of Ovid's Metamorphoses, this episode from 2023, and this conversation with Joe Watson, author of the article used in 2023 and linked below! Now more than ever we should…

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No fire relief in sight, First Ministers, UNESCO Geoparks in Canada, and more 27:54

18d ago27:54

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Manitoba is the epicentre of the wildfires in Canada. Thousands are out of their homes. Some have been sent as far away as Niagara Falls. At least 20 communities in Saskatchewan are also under evacuation orders, and thousands of people in Alberta have had to leave. The danger isn’t only the flames – the air quality from wildfire smoke is leading to…

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The Rage Select Podcast: Episode 598 with Michael and Jeff! 2:30:18

19d ago2:30:18

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The Rage Select Podcast is BURSTING AT THE SEAMS this week as Michael and Jeff discuss THREE different gaming showcases as well as Jeff's thoughts on Murderbot, Michael's in person experience with Moulin Rogue, as well as much, MUCH MORE! MP3 here - http://traffic.libsyn.com/rageselect/RageSelectEpisode598.mp3 RSS feed here - http://rageselect.libs…

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Fire evacuations in Manitoba, Hudson's Bay closes for good, how exercise can help cancer survival, and more 31:27

19d ago31:27

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Fast-moving fires in Manitoba are burning up the land and threatening communities - including those in a remote First Nation in the north, where hundreds of people still need to be evacuated. But once they’re brought to safety, the province is running out of places to house people. Also: A company that was built before the nation even existed is cl…

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Prairies burning, Russia's shadow fleet, redefining "CanCon", and more 29:39

20d ago29:39

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It's a gut-wrenching, all too familiar scene - Canadians leaving their homes as out of control wildfires advance on entire towns. The prairie provinces are dealing with a record-breaking wildfire season, leaving communities engulfed in worry. Also: As ceasefire negotiations between Russia and Ukraine remain stalled, a number of countries on the Bal…

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Trump increases steel and aluminum tariffs, fleeing Flin Flon, ads with fake endorsements, and more 30:07

21d ago30:07

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U.S. President Donald Trump is upping the ante on tariffs again. He abruptly announced he's increasing the tariff on steel and aluminum to 50 per cent. And: Everybody out. The mayor of Flin Flon, Manitoba says fire is threatening the city and everyone needs to leave immediately. Anybody left could be putting their lives in danger. Evacuees say they…

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Conversations: Fulvia, the Woman Who Broke All the Rules in Ancient Rome w/ Dr Jane Draycott 1:39:49

22d ago1:39:49

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Liv speaks with historian Dr Jane Draycott about Fulvia of ancient Rome, a woman at the centre of the fall of the Roman Republic... Unsurprisingly the conversation became something wider, looking at ancient women more broadly. Plus, we rant about the patriarchy, because it deserves it. Find more about Jane's new book Fulvia: the Woman Who Broke All…

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Fire fears, tariff turmoil, White House targets Chinese students, and more 25:27

22d ago25:27

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It is hot. It is dry. It is windy. That’s the bad news for communities threatened by fire in Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and Alberta. And – it’s likely to get worse. Thousands of people are already out of their homes. Both Saskatchewan and Manitoba have declared a provincial state of emergency. And: Tariff whiplash. A U.S. federal court ruled most of t…

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Wildfires in the west, Carney’s first QP, big losses at Canada Post, and more 26:21

23d ago26:21

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Manitoba has already set records for this fire season… and it’s not even June. Dry and hot conditions are fueling wildfires across the prairies, forcing thousands from their homes. And it’s likely to get worse. The World Meteorological Organization says global records are likely to be shattered in the next few years. It means more heat in the Arcti…

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Remember The Game? #335 - Mike Tyson's Punch-Out!! (Part II) 1:27:27

24d ago1:27:27

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Are you on social media? Of course you are. So follow us! Twitter: @MemberTheGame Instagram: @MemberTheGame Twitch.tv/MemberTheGame Youtube.com/RememberTheGame Facebook.com/RememberTheGamePodcast TikTok.com/@MemberTheGame And if you want access to hundreds of bonus (ad-free) podcasts, along with multiple new shows EVERY WEEK, consider showing us so…

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The King’s speech, Carney government’s priorities, wildfire evacuations, and more 27:00

24d ago27:00

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King Charles wrapped up his visit to Canada today, after delivering the Throne Speech - the first one delivered by a sitting sovereign in almost 50 years. It laid out the new government’s plan for how to build a stronger, better Canada. The speech leaned heavily on Canada’s democracy and independence, and also covered campaign promises on making li…

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Ancient History Fangirl: How an Empire Ends, Rome's Gothic Immigrants 1:06:03

25d ago1:06:03

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An episode of Ancient History Fangirl. One that I, Liv, really want you all to hear. This story isn’t just about Goths that lived outside Rome. It’s also about the Goths that lived inside the Empire—as everything from slaves to soldiers to free citizens. How they were treated within that empire fueled and fed the wheel of the Migration era. Hatred …

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The King arrives, Parliament opens, Russia pounds Ukraine, and more 27:36

25d ago27:36

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Parliament has returned after more than five months away. While there was a lighter mood -- on opening day, the House of Commons is restarting with Canadians facing some serious challenges. Tomorrow, King Charles will read out the speech from the throne - announcing the government’s agenda. He and his wife Camilla arrived in Canada today for his fi…

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The Rage Select Podcast: Episode 597 with Tessa and Jeff! 2:21:44

25d ago2:21:44

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The Rage Select Podcast is getting ALL DOLLED UP this week as Tessa and Jeff discuss their thoughts on Season Four of Love, Death, and Robots, Jeff's gut churning reaction to The Ugly Stepsister, as well as ALL THE NEWS of the week! MP3 here - http://traffic.libsyn.com/rageselect/RageSelectEpisode597.mp3 RSS feed here - http://rageselect.libsyn.com…

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MPs return to Ottawa, Five years since the murder of George Floyd, BC ostrich cull, and more 31:45

26d ago31:45

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After a six month break from Parliamentary business...M-Ps are returning to Ottawa for the first sitting of the year. It's expected to be short, but busy. The Conservatives and Liberals both held caucus meetings Sunday. Also: Five years after George Floyd's murder by a white police officer, Minneapolis honours the man whose name and image inspired …

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Russia hits Kyiv with massive attack, Pacific Coast Highway reopens, Student housing crisis, and more 29:52

28d ago29:52

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Ukrainians are evaluating the damage after a massive Russian drone and missile attack. The large scale strikes come as the two sides continue a massive prisoner swap. Russia and Ukraine each exchanged 307 of their service personnel on Saturday. Also: California's Pacific Coast Highway has re-opened five months after a wildfire destroyed homes and b…

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Harvard vs the White House, Trump tariff threats, Ukraine/Russia prisoner swap, and more 26:03

28d ago26:03

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A judge blocks – for now – the White House attempt to ban Harvard from accepting international students. The uncertainty about what happens next is leaving students – including Canadians – in limbo. It’s the latest front in the war between U.S. President Donald Trump and elite universities. Also: Trump is threatening the European Union with 50 per …

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Liv Reads Statius: The Thebaid (Part 4) 1:19:28

29d ago1:19:28

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Liv reads The Thebaid, by Statius, translated by JH Mozley. The Argives, with Polyneices, prepare to go to war with Thebes. The Thebans ask Tiresias for help and a drought is sent to slow the Argives as they move through Nemea. Submit to the quarterly Q&A at mythsbaby.com/questions and get ad-free episodes and so, so much more, by subscribing to th…

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Shooting strikes fear, Israeli PM points finger at Carney, Canada Post strike pending, and more 25:51

29d ago25:51

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The fatal shooting of two Israeli embassy staff members in Washington is spreading fear in Jewish communities in the U.S. and Canada. The FBI director says the attack was a targeted anti-Semitic act of terror. A 31-year-old man was arrested at the scene, as he called out "free Palestine" And: Prime Minister Mark Carney issued a statement saying he …

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Carney’s cabinet retreat, G7 finance ministers in Banff, mental health concerns on the rise for Canadian girls and young women, and more 27:12

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The Prime Minister and his front bench hold talks ahead of Monday’s return to Parliament. Front and centre are affordability issues, U.S. tariffs, the war in Gaza and the new American proposal for a ‘Golden Dome’. Also: A look at Canada’s relationship with Iran from Tehran. Is there an opportunity for a thaw in the frozen relations? And: We break d…

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Remember The Game? #334 - Okami 1:42:46

1M ago1:42:46

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Are you on social media? Of course you are. So follow us! Twitter: @MemberTheGame Instagram: @MemberTheGame Twitch.tv/MemberTheGame Youtube.com/RememberTheGame Facebook.com/RememberTheGamePodcast TikTok.com/@MemberTheGame And if you want access to hundreds of bonus (ad-free) podcasts, along with multiple new shows EVERY WEEK, consider showing us so…

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Mounting criticism for Israel, Canada’s increasing food costs, the momentum behind the PWHL’s popularity, and more 26:58

1M ago26:58

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Israel faces increasing international pressure over its war against Hamas amid new strikes, and little aid distribution in Gaza. Canada, Britain, and France are threatening action if Israel does not end its military offensive and lift blockades. Also: The latest economic snapshot for Canada shows the price at the pumps was down, but the cost at the…