May 18, 2013 | 48:28The House Senators, Wright face new probe demands AudioThe House Senators, Wright face new probe demands May 18, 2013 | 48:28This week on The House, with Senators Wallin and Duffy out of the Conservative caucus, we get reaction from NDP Ethics Critic Charlie Angus. We also hear from Senator Patrick Brazeau. And we speak with B.C. Premier Christy Clark after her stunning victory
May 18, 2013 | 9:47Day 6 Robyn Doolittle on Alleged Rob Ford Crack tape AudioDay 6 Robyn Doolittle on Alleged Rob Ford Crack tape May 18, 2013 | 9:47Toronto Star city hall reporter Robyn Doolittle on the alleged Rob Ford crack tape: the holders of the tape have "gone underground" , but she is still in contact with her source. CBC has not been seen or verified the tape, and Mayor Ford called the story
Jan 12, 2013 | 48:29The House The House - January 12, 2013 AudioThe House The House - January 12, 2013 Jan 12, 2013 | 48:29This week on The House, Evan Solomon dissects the outcome of the meeting between First Nations leaders and the federal government. First, the National Chief of the Assembly of First Nations Shawn Atleo discusses what was accomplished at Friday's gathering, then we get the government's view with Greg Rickford, the Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development. Evan also speaks with Derek Nepinak, Grand Chief of the Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs to find out why he chose to boycott the meeting. Then, we look at the future of the Idle No More movement with spokesperson Pam Palmater. Then, the CBC's Chris Hall and Terry Milewski help us put all sides in perspective and explain what it all means politically.
Feb 8, 2013 | 9:25Day 6 Brennan, drones, and war: a former drone operator speaks out AudioDay 6 Brennan, drones, and war: a former drone operator speaks out Feb 8, 2013 | 9:25For the last several years, the Obama administration has been nearly silent about the military drone program which targets militants overseas. This week, the legal justification for drones and their use against American citizens offshore was leaked to NBC news. John Brennan, one of the architects of the program, was questioned about drones at the confirmation hearing for his new position as head of the CIA on Thursday. Brent spoke to Brandon Bryant, a former drone operator with the US air force for more than five years, about the human aspect of drone warfare. We reached him in Billings, Montana.
Jan 19, 2013 | 20:29The House Social Finance explained AudioThe House Social Finance explained Jan 19, 2013 | 20:29The CBC's Neil Sandell explains what "social finance" is, and where the concept comes from in Canada. Then, Human resources and Skills Development Minister, Diane Finley, explains how the federal government wants to use social finance to tackle certain social issues.
May 4, 2013 | 48:29The House Kenney promises more changes AudioThe House Kenney promises more changes May 4, 2013 | 48:29This week on The House: Immigration Minister Jason Kenney on Temporary Foreign Workers, more on the costs of Canada’s new Arctic offshore patrol ships, and our political panel on 2 years under a Harper majority.