Thursday February 16, 2017

The Current for February 16, 2017

From the rise of chaos in Richard Haass' new book, to a Colorado newspaper suing Sen. Ray Scott over fake news allegations, to an Edelman poll that shows more Canadians distrust their civic institutions ... This is The Current with Laura Lynch.

stories from this episode

Trump-Russia scandal 'has shades of Watergate,' says former diplomat Richard Haass

The head of the Council on Foreign Relations Richard Haass joins The Current to explain how the end of order and rise of chaos have created a world in disarray.
Listen 28:10
Majority of Canadians distrust government: poll suggests

A new survey suggests most Canadians don't trust government, the media and business. The Current looks into what's behind the remarkable change in attitude in the year or so since Prime Minister Justin Trudeau took office.
Listen 14:49
New UBC research suggests stronger connection between addiction and genetics

New research published this week in the journal Nature Neuroscience suggests a stronger connection between genetics, biology and addiction — and may provide more clues on how to treat addiction in the future.
Listen 10:40
Colorado newspaper to sue senator over 'fake news' allegation

A local newspaper in Colorado is taking matters into its own hands after being accused of publishing "fake news." The paper is launching a lawsuit to defend its reputation and its work — as another politician cries fake news.
Listen 11:51
Feb. 16, 2017 episode transcript

Full text transcript for February 16th episode. Apologies for the delay in posting.