Fan culture communities (Episode 1830)
BELONGING AND COMMUNITY - We all need it! But when many of us began stepping out of our physical communities and into the online digital personas and commu…
BELONGING AND COMMUNITY - We all need it! But when many of us began stepping out of our physical communities and into the online digital personas and commu…
Fake news and online hatred has the government reeling and social media giants scrambling. The world's savviest techies gather at the largest conference in N…
"Get a good education," have always been word to the wise, but as we've seen in the U.S. college admissions scandal, some parents will do anything to get thei…
Recent flooding in New Brunswick, Ontario, and Quebec tested who we are as neighbours. As governments called states of emergencies, hundreds of people were fo…
War, poverty, famine, drought, violence. These are only some of the heartbreaking tragedies facing us. But it's the children who suffer the most. The United N…
A bloody Sunday at another place of worship. This time, a terrorist attack in several places throughout the island of Sri Lanka. Three churches and 3 hotels …
Few tragedies stop us in our tracks like the destruction of ancient art that comforts us. The world looked on in horror as the roof and spire of Notre Dame C…
It evokes anger, protests and passion like few other issues facing us. There's a lot of noise to cut through - and where we even begin our action on climate c…
A stunning decision in Quebec as the government introduces new legislation to ban religious symbols - worn by certain public employees like police officers, t…
More than 750 deaths - so far - in the wake of Cyclone Idai that rampaged Zimbabwe, Mozambique, and Malawi in Africa. It's one of the worst weather-related di…
Tragedy in Ethiopia. Eighteen Canadians die in a plane crash that killed 157 people. We pray for the loss in this community. And, does prayer and religion ha…
This week on Context: Shocking revelations in Ottawa as the Prime Minister is implicated in political interference on the criminal prosecution of engineering gi…
In an era where coverups, lies and abuse of power are called out, it's time for it to stop - and for those abused within the church to begin to heal. Pope Fr…
Hollywood has its own ideas about love, marriage, and romance, and the digital revolution has changed dating, marriage, and committed relationships. As we na…
Tensions continue to mount between Canada and China over Huawei CFO, Meng Wanzhou's extradition to the U.S. Wanzhou has been under house arrest in Vancouver …
THIS WEEK ON CONTEXT - RUNNING FROM RELIGION Saudi teenager, Rahaf Mohammed fled from her country - and her religion - claiming she faced certai…
The new docu-series, Surviving R. Kelly has resurfaced allegations against R&B singer R. Kelly that he sexually abused children. The documentary has sparke…
The U.S. government is at a standstill as President Trump is not backing down on getting $5.7 billion approved for the border wall to deter migrants coming from…
Tonight on Context - a look back at the stories that resonated with us this season. From how Canada's faith communities felt about the legalization of cannabis,…
This week on Context - spreading the joy of Christmas... literally! As the stress of the Holiday season shopping builds, the mounting pressures of making al…
Two major issues of discontent are facing Albertans. Five years ago, oil in Alberta was trading at over $100 a barrel. Today, it's selling for less than $40…
Sheila’s son was found in a Tim Horton’s washroom. He was dragged outside onto a snowbank where a good samaritan saved his life. Sheila’s son lived. But many…
A special re-airing of Molly Thomas and Greg Howes travels to the largest refugee camp in the world - Cox's Bazar in Bangladesh. Don't miss their stories of hea…
Atheist Gretta Vosper stays on as United Church minister after the denomination settled a "heresy trial" with the minister who doesn't believe in God. Wh…
The worst wildfires California has ever seen. Thick, chocking, black smoke stretches across hundreds of thousands of acres. People driven from the safety of the…
More than 8 in 10 people identify with a religious group worldwide. How do those beliefs affect a world in crisis mode? We see famine in Yemen, genocide in Myan…
A mass shooting at the a synagogue in Pittsburgh. Sabbath will never be the same at the Tree of Life synagogue after 11 innocent people were gunned down at a ba…
Molly Thomas goes to the largest refugee camp in the world. Cox's Bazar in Bangladesh is where over one million Rohingya Muslims have fled after facing unspeaka…
Eugene Peterson, best known for authoring the Contemporary Language Translation of the Bible called “The Message” has died at age 85. In one of his first tel…
Deep down, we all know what's not good for our bodies, and still our vices seem to control us. With recreational weed now legal in Canada, how will faith com…
By Susan Ponting and Richard Landau No, the sky won’t fall, but many say a seismic shift will happen in our culture as weed is set to be sold by government age…
It’s not every day a rock legend’s musical voyage of Dickensian proportions comes to life right before your eyes on Broadway, but that’s what happens at Springs…
More than one-million displaced Rohingya refugees who are stateless are jammed into a Bangladesh refugee camp. The situation is dire. This is one of the worst r…
By: Katrina de Schiffert Many women dream of finding their perfect white dress for their wedding day. But today's wedding industry is consumed with…
Same sex attraction in Christianity – how do we hear both sides? Two events were held across the street from each other on the weekend. RZIM’s Ravi Zacha…
One year ago today Las Vegas was changed forever when a mad gunman open fired on country music fans at an outdoor concert. 58 people were killed and over 80…
Context's Tech Correspondent, James Kelly from FaithTech explains.
Environment Canada confirmed today that six tornados touched down in parts of a neighbourhood in the Ottawa, Gatineau area. Photos of the devastation show b…
“The persecution of Christians is increasing in China, and we need to pray for our brothers and sisters.” ~Bob Fu, President and founder of China Aid By…
Molly Thomas has this exclusive interview with Trinity Spartan head coach, Barret Kropf - a good friend of the Humboldt Bronco's head coach, D'Arcy Haugan, who …
By: Katrina de Schiffert Citizens of the Carolinas were once again urged today to evacuate if they have not yet done so. Over one millio…
By Katrina de Schiffert and Susan Ponting The satellite pictures from the Deimos-1 of the spreading B.C. wildfires are devastating. People and wildl…
As our country continues to be enveloped in a serious opioid crisis, members of a governmental body gathered yesterday in Toronto to discuss possible solutions.…
By Katrina de Schiffert Millions of people around the world are commemorating the life of an American war hero and Maverick Republica…
By Anson Liski and Susan Ponting The grand jury's report detailed child sexual abuse and coverup... Awful, disgusting, horrifying, sickening — one runs o…
August 14, 2018 - Langley, B.C., An incredible turn of events at Trinity Western University as its board of governors announced their decision to make their co…
From our partners at Global News Alliance - August 14, 2018 An unshakable faith. "At a time when you need the help the most, you're least prepared to be so …
Khartoum, Sudan, August 6, 2018 Chances are you didn’t hear too much, if anything, about the recent peace deal signed by the president of South Sudan, Salva …
By Meagan Gillmore A memorial erected earlier this year to commemorate inmates who have died while in custody at Elgin Middlesex Detention Centre (EMDC) in Lon…
By Joseph D’Souza "We must worry less about our public image and more about getting justice to women who have been sexually exploited by church leaders in Kera…
By Anson Liski With files from Susan Ponting The Canadian Centre for Policy Alternative (CCPA), reports that 87 families in Canada are richer than all of th…
MIGRANT AND REFUGEE CRISIS RISING From Toronto’s Mayor, John Tory, pleading with the federal government to send urgent assistance, "Not just money," to help …
What exactly is digital sin? Context Host and YESTV/Crossroads CEO, Lorna Dueck asks Prof. Marcel O'Gorman of the Waterloo Critical Media Lab to explain. As …
There's a complex, high tech tug of war going on for our attention. How do we go about searching where the right voices are in the hundreds of social media pulp…
The images are devastating. British Columbia's farming economy in the central and southern interior is at risk - The rescues are dramatic. Mothe…
Prince charming is officially off the market! Royal wedding fever has once again hit the world! The prince and soon-to-be princess were visibly swept up in thei…
The complexities and miracles of the strongest bond we'll ever have - without our mothers we wouldn't be here of course; but are the rapidly changing roles of w…
Canadians are reeling once again - this time - an unimaginable tragedy in Toronto - the killing of 10 innocent people, ploughed down indiscriminately on a stret…
Part 1 - Toronto van attack: 10 people killed. More than 12 injured. The suspect - just 25 years old. Toronto is reeling in the aftermath of a heinous, random a…
Millions of Facebook users have had their data shared where they didn't expect it - is it the wake up call we need? Today we look at how social media has change…
Hockey is intertwined in the fabric of our culture. Whether you're a parent, player, coach, or enthusiast - hockey is in our DNA. But an unspeakable hockey tra…
The leaders of tomorrow are demanding changes today - In the face of yet another school shooting ... There is something different about the protests this time. …
Pondering life's big questions at Easter time, and each person's precious life passage through the miracle of Easter - no, it's not all about chocolate bunnies …
A Facebook fiasco. Broken trust as the social media giant is in deep water for failing to protect the privacy of its users. Facebook allegedly allowed Cambridge…
The world is waiting - and watching - as the White House scurries to prepare for the upcoming summit. There has not been one single sitting American president w…
An unprecedented cry for reform to the Canadian justice system came on the heels of the acquittal of Saskatchewan farmer Gerald Stanley in the shooting death of…
Context's Sheldon Neil went to the InDoubt forum in B.C. to talk about marijuana and how will it affect our communities, and our teenagers - and how will it be…
Following the Space X launch of Elon Musk's Falcon Heavy rocket launch, Context goes beyond the headlines to find the deeper meaning of space exploration an…
A jury of his peers declared a 'not guilty' verdict for Saskatchewan farmer Gerald Stanley. The 56 year old Mr Stanley said his pistol fired accidentally killin…
Vulnerable children - victimized by a trusted doctor turned monster - sometimes with their parents in the same room. Children not listened to - in a system that…
Is A.I. only Hollywood make believe? Today on context - we speak with scientists and educators - who say artificial intelligence is expanding into our - every d…
A paradigm shift, a tipping point - a modern day phenomenon as millions of women and men march together to dismantle the imbalance of power. The #METTOO movemen…
The mystery of Icons and Relics - symbols that bring us closer to the power they invoke... why do they inspire us? Today on Context … The hand and forearm o…
Join us for a special edition of our annual year in review. During 2017, our team explored everything from natural disasters, to human rights abuses, war, famin…
Good News And Some Top Canadian Musicians For Your Cheer Today .. And...On The News Side Of Things -The Holy Land Faces Fresh Turmoil This Christmas Thanks To P…
Experts, and a new report say Canada’s prison system is in disarray. Close to 40 thousand families are affected by someone in prison. There is trouble brewing i…
Is a Community Covenant to be signed by students that asks them not to have sex outside of marriage discrimination? We hear from TWU president Bob Khun, lawyer …
Nowhere to Call Home is a photographic journey led by 17-year-old Leah Denbok and her dad, Tim Denbok who have sparked international attention through their ret…
This week: Molly Thomas brings us stories from Sutherland Springs, Texas where a massacre took place inside a small-town church. Sheldon Neil visits a gun s…
This week on Context - A Look at Mother Nature's Wrath - and what leading climate scientists have to say about the state of our world's heating oceans, increasi…
Religious people can be pretty scary, and on this All Hallow's Eve we are remembering 500 years of the worst and best of that. The Reformation of 1517 trigg…
The Harvey Weinstein scandal has once again focused our attention on the insidiousness of sexual harassment against women. We hear from Hollywood producer, …
Stories of survival, hope + recovery. Sheldon Neil and Elijah Marchand report live from Las Vegas. Joanna Johnson speaks about her encounter with God. A pastor …
Crisis in Puerto Rico in the aftermath of Hurricane Maria – and Haitian asylum seekers cross the border in droves in search of a new life in Quebec.
What the proposed new tax changes mean for Canadians.
Coming to Context in October! What happens when a six-year-old boy in Kenya is abandoned by his family and left to raise himself on the streets? Mully is no …
C-Shift is a new, half-hour program that travels back in time through the news archives of Context – with host and broadcast journalist Lorna Dueck. Each w…
C-Shift is a new, half-hour program that travels back in time through the news archives of Context – with host and broadcast journalist Lorna Dueck. Each w…
C-Shift is a new, half-hour program that travels back in time through the news archives of Context – with host and broadcast journalist Lorna Dueck. Each wee…
C-Shift is a new, half-hour program that travels back in time through the news archives of Context – with host and broadcast journalist Lorna Dueck. Each w…
C-Shift is a new, half-hour program that travels back in time through the news archives of Context – with host and broadcast journalist Lorna Dueck. Each w…
"We have stopped this one (Wannacry) but there will be another one coming (ransomeware) and it will not be stoppable by us." A frightening prophecy about th…
This week we look at prostitution and what has shifted in the oldest profession that has made it possible for women to speak out about victimization, for po…
This week we look at sky-high house prices and rent. The cost of living continues to rise and it's difficult for people to find affordable homes, but as one…
Superheroes abound in popular culture! Their archetypes thrill us, keeping us on the edge of our seats as Hollywood spends billions of dollars a year showca…
On the one year anniversary of the Fort McMurray Fire, we retell the heroic stories of first responders, Wild Rose Leader and Fort McMurray MLA Brian Jean s…
THIS WEEK we take a look at the ENVIRONMENT and talk with experts past and present. From Margaret Atwood on her book, Year of the Flood, which is the second b…
A David versus Goliath story - How a Canadian columnist took on Fox powerhouse host Bill O'Reilly. Is bad behaviour increasingly being called to the carpet…
