Oct 29, 202629 min
Ontario's legislature is back in session, with Ontario's legislature is back in session after a 21-week break, and there's no shortage of issues waiting at Queen's Park. From allegations of OSAP fraud and hospital...
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The Rundown
Hosted by TVO · news · EN-CA
About this Podcast:
Hosted by Jeyan Jeganathan, The Rundown delivers original journalism and in-depth analysis of the social, political, cultural, and economic issues that shape life in Ontario. Each episode focuses on one topic that’s making headlines, examining it from different angles and through diverse points of view — providing the context you need to understand what’s happening in the province and around the world.
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What is The Rundown about?
Hosted by Jeyan Jeganathan, The Rundown delivers original journalism and in-depth analysis of the social, political, cultural, and economic issues that shape life in Ontario.
Who hosts The Rundown?
The Rundown is hosted by TVO. The show has published 100 episodes to date.
What has The Rundown covered recently?
Recent episodes include "What Issues Will Dominate Queen's Park This Fall?" (29 October 2026, 29 minutes), "Could Ontario's Municipal Governments Become Obsolete?" (28 October 2026, 29 minutes), and "What Happens When Deaths in Custody Go Unexamined?" (27 October 2026, 29 minutes).
How often does The Rundown publish?
The Rundown publishes roughly daily, with episodes averaging 29 minutes across 100 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on The Rundown?
Booking probability for The Rundown is 34%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. The Rundown requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. The Rundown's contact route on record: verified email.
About the host
TVO hosts The Rundown, a news podcast with 100 episodes published.
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Recent episodes
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- Oct 28, 202629 min
Ontario has given strong mayors and regional chairs new powers in the name of efficiency. But what does that mean for local democracy, community representation, and the future of municipal government? We explore the...
- Oct 27, 202629 min
Ontario is considering changes to the Coroners Act that could end mandatory inquests into deaths in custody, raising questions about transparency, accountability, and what families could lose if public hearings become...
- Oct 23, 202629 min
The trade war is creating profound economic uncertainty for communities across Canada. What role should municipalities play in a "Team Canada" response, and how can they navigate the economic fallout? Then, TVO Today's...
- Oct 22, 202629 min
Ontario says expanding the role of private clinics could help patients get care faster. But what does the evidence tell us about the impact of private health care? Andrew Longhurst of the Canadian Centre for Policy...
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Alberta Chose Canada. What Happens Now?
Oct 21, 202629 minPrime Minister Mark Carney says Albertans have chosen Canada, while Premier Danielle Smith says voters have backed a stronger Alberta within a united country. So what does the referendum result say about the mood in...
- Oct 20, 202629 min
Ontario's municipal election rules were written long before social media and AI transformed political campaigning. Are they still up to the task? Andrea Coyne, deputy clerk for the Town of Oakville, and Riley...
- Oct 16, 202629 min
Local government has a major impact on everyday life, but how well do Ontarians understand what municipalities are responsible for? Charlie Buckley hits the streets of Toronto to put voters' knowledge to the test. Then...
- Oct 15, 202629 min
General Wayne Eyre retired in 2024 after four decades of military service, most recently as Canada's chief of the defence staff. What did his time at the top teach him about the state of Canada's military and the...
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What's Driving Canada's China Reset?
Oct 14, 202629 minCanada's relationship with China appears to be entering a new chapter. Lynette Ong, Distinguished Professor of Chinese Politics at the University of Toronto, and Jeff Nankivell, president and CEO of the Asia Pacific...
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Can Canada Save Its Steelworkers?
Oct 8, 202629 minAs governments promise to protect Canadian jobs and industries, are their policies delivering? United Steelworkers president Ron Wells and McMaster University professor emeritus Wayne Lewchuk discuss the fallout from...
- Oct 7, 202629 min
For many older adults, smartphones have become an important way to stay connected and engaged. We meet Marla Lewis and her daughter Rosie to see the role technology plays in Marla's life after retirement. Then...
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Why Are Ontario's ER Doctors Burning Out?
Oct 6, 202629 minOntario's health-care system is under growing strain, from emergency rooms to family medicine. ER doctors describe difficult working conditions, distress, and thoughts of leaving the field, while more than 2.5 million...
- Oct 2, 202629 min
Gambling addiction can be easy to hide, even for someone in the public eye. Television and radio personality Rick Campanelli opens up about his own struggle with gambling and the impact it had behind the scenes of his...
- Oct 1, 202629 min
What happens when an Indigenous burial ground is uncovered in a city? Reporter Gabrielle McMann examines who decides what happens next and the questions municipalities face. Then, we travel to Garden River First Nation...
- Sep 30, 202629 min
Canada's economy is navigating a trade war with the United States, tariffs, and uncertainty few could have predicted just a few years ago. Are we starting to find a way forward? Dawn Desjardins of Deloitte and Pedro...
- Sep 29, 202629 min
How well is Ontario's transportation network working for the people who rely on it? Karen Cross and Eric Miller examine VIA Rail's upcoming service changes and what they could mean for communities along the...
- Sep 25, 202629 min
Why is housing still so unaffordable, and what would it take to change that? Mike Moffatt explains how interest rates and the broader economy are shaping Canada's housing market. Then, former UN Special Rapporteur...
- Sep 24, 202629 min
Why does Canada struggle to hold on to its top talent, and could that be changing? TD Economics' Francis Fong breaks down Canada's "silent brain drain." Then, researchers Sara Seager, Jennifer Spence and Ryan Sullivan...
- Sep 23, 202629 min
As Ontario pushes to build more housing, what deserves protection? Arborist Todd Irvine explains Toronto's efforts to preserve mature trees on private property. Then, Michael McClelland of ERA Architects examines...
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Michael Green
senior vice president for Asia, Japan Chair, and Henry A. Kissinger Chair at the Center for Strategic and International Studies and director of Asian Studies at the Edmund A. Walsh School of Foreign Service at Georgetown University, US Studies Center at the University of Sydney
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Jennifer Wilson
Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer, Oak Bay Coaching and Consulting
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Erin Kelly
Professor of Forest Policy and Economics, Kelly's Greens Boutique and Cafe
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Mike Moffatt
founding director of the Missing Middle Initiative, Smart Prosperity Institute
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