Episodes

  Challenging Austerity and Sennett's Search for Cooperation

May 22, 2012

Citizens around the globe are saying no to austerity measures. The Agenda examines what happens when the public and the bond holders have very different ideas about what governments should do. And, author Richard Sennett on the search for cooperation in a complex world.

  Canadiana 2.0

May 21, 2012

God Save Our Queen? This Victoria Day, The Agenda asks if the monarchy is still relevant to modern Canada. And, Canada, who do you think you are? Examining the Canadian brand.

  Looking at the Teardrop Nation and Baird Looks to Asia

May 18, 2012

After the war: The Agenda examines what young Canadians with ties to Sri Lanka are doing here to help their families' homeland recover from the decades-long conflict. And, Foreign Affairs Minister John Baird on Canada's strengthening bonds with Asia.

  Brand Canada

May 17, 2012

There is a new vision of Canada in town. One of monarchs, military prowess and celebrated global accomplishments. The Agenda examines Canadiana 2.0.

  The Business of Show Business

May 16, 2012

Comedian and actor Martin Short shares his thoughts on US politics with fellow Hamiltonian Steve Paikin. Then, Ontario Media Development Corporation CEO Karen Thorne-Stone on Ontario's stellar year in film and television production. And, Pinewood Studios head Jeffrey Steiner on adapting the work of Jeffrey Archer.

  Three Countries of the Arab Spring

May 15, 2012

It's over one year since the world saw historic events unfold in the Arab Spring. The Agenda examines what the revolution means for Egypt, Libya and Syria.

  Owe Canada and Big Macs as a Barometer

May 14, 2012

Do Canadians need to lessen their personal debt loads? And, labour economist Orley Ashenfelter on what Big Macs can tell us about wages around the world.

  The Language of Mental Health

May 11, 2012

Words matter. As part of The Agenda's Mental Health Matters series, we ask: how do those with mental health issues want to be identified?

  Schizophrenia: A Misunderstood Illness

May 10, 2012

There are many misconceptions about schizophrenia. The stigma of the illness is a barrier to those trying to rehabilitate themselves. In this installment of our Mental Health Matters series, The Agenda examines the roots of schizophrenia.

  All Too Familiar: Living with Depression

May 9, 2012

Depression and anxiety affect more Canadians than any other mental health issue. The Agenda examines the new treatments and therapies for depressive illness. Part of The Agenda's Mental Health Matters series.