Past Shows

2009

• Full editions of Cross Country Checkup in Mp3 format.
• A podcast of the most recent show.
• Introductory essays written by Rex Murphy.
• Lists of guests interviewed plus links to more info.
• E-mail on the week's topic.

November 15, 2009
"Is it time to retire the monarchy in Canada?"

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November 8, 2009
"Is it time to change or scrap the long-gun registry?"

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November 1, 2009
"Are you satisfied with the way swine flu has been handled? Do you still have questions?"

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October 25, 2009
What are your questions and concerns about the swine flu vaccination?"

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October 18, 2009
Should euthanasia be legal in Canada?"

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October 11, 2009
Willard Boyle wins Nobel prize for physics: "Does Canada offer its scientists enough support?"

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October 4, 2009
"Are you confused about how to tackle the coming flu season?"

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September 27, 2009
"Did Canada do the right thing by walking out on the UN speech of the Iranian president?"

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September 20, 2009
"Should Canada do more to fight the U.S. 'Buy American' policy?"

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September 13, 2009
"Have minority governments been good for Canadian politics?"

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September 6, 2009 with guest host Suhana Meharchand
"Are you ready for a fall election?"

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August 30, 2009 with guest host Harry Forestell
"What evidence do you see that the economy is improving in your community?"

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August 23, 2009 with guest host Tina Srebotnjak
"What movie do you recommend?"

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August 16, 2009 with guest host Harry Forestell
"What would it take for you to buy an electric car?"

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August 9, 2009 with guest host Andrew Nichols
"Is Canada ready for a resurgence of the H1N1 virus?"

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August 2, 2009 with guest host Robin Brown
"Is technology trumping talent and training in the race to win in sports?"

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July 26, 2009 with guest host Indira Naidoo-Harris
"Is Canada failing to support its citizens abroad?"

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July 19, 2009 with guest host Rita Celli
"How efficient is the Canada-US border?"

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July 12, 2009 with guest host Jacquie Perrin
"Is the recession making you vacation closer to home?"

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July 5, 2009 with guest host Mercedes Stephenson
"Are seniors getting the care they need in Canada?"

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June 28, 2009 with guest host Ann Medina
"Has the recession put labour unions in trouble?"

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June 21, 2009 with guest host Suhana Meharchand
"Do police need more power to track criminals by monitoring our internet usage?"

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June 14, 2009
"What book do you recommend for the summer booklist?"

Introduction     Guests     Mail      Booklists    

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June 7, 2009 with guest host Andrew Nichols
"Will Canada ever get another NHL team?"

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May 31, 2009
"What do you think of the Governor General?"

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May 24, 2009
"Do credit cards need more regulation?"

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May 17, 2009
"Join a conversation about history and politics with former Alberta Premier Peter Lougheed"

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May 10, 2009
"Does Canada need a bill of rights for airline passengers?"

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May 3, 2009
"Are you worried about the outbreak of swine flu?"

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April 26, 2009
"Should governments backup failing private pension plans?"

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April 19, 2009
"Are recent events in Afghanistan giving you second thoughts on Canada's mission there?"

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April 12, 2009
"Are high school students being prepared properly for post-secondary education?"

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April 5, 2009
"Is the inquiry into the death of Robert Dzienkanski shaking your faith in the RCMP?"

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March 29, 2009
"Is Canada's Employment Insurance system working as it should?"

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March 22, 2009
"Is the way you are getting your news changing?"

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March 15, 2009 with guest host Tom Harrington
"How is the recession affecting you?"

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March 8, 2009
"Are you satisfied with Canada's role in Afghanistan?"

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March 1, 2009
"Will the tougher laws on gang violence make a difference on the streets?"

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February 22, 2009
"What's your reaction to the visit of U.S. president Barack Obama ...and will he be good for Canada?"

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February 15, 2009
"Is it time to think about other options for Canada's health care system?"

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February 8, 2009
"With the economic downturn, and the jobless rate rising ...how're things in your community?"

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February 1, 2009
"Does the federal budget offer the right solution to Canada's ailing economy?"

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January 25, 2009
"What's your reaction to the inauguration of Barack Obama ...and will the new president bring a change to Canada-U.S. relations?"

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January 18, 2009
"What should be the priorities in the coming federal budget?"

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January 11, 2009
"Are governments across Canada doing enough for mental illness?"

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Special thanks to Clear Channel WSRZ radio in Sarasota, Florida for providing a studio for this program.

January 4, 2009
"Are we becoming less civil towards one another?"

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