Because News

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Canadians Are Buying ALL the Sour Puss Liquor

October 09, 2026

Favourite quiz rounds about food… if you consider booze, chips, and lobster to be the main food groups! Giving thanks for some of our favourite panellists on this Thanksgiving episode. Gavin Crawford quizzes Priyanka, Emma Hunter, Mattea Roach, and Miguel Rivas.

Did You Eat the Pesticide Berries of 2024?

October 02, 2026

Turns out washing your berries doesn't make a big difference. Alberta Wants to Know: Who’s an Albertan? We try to decipher the confusing referendum questions. Now you need all the subscriptions to watch the NHL on TV. And the PWHL comes to primetime TV. Wing nights get expensive because nothing is cheap anymore. Gavin Crawford quizzes comedians Andrew Phung, Alice Moran and Jan Caruana about this week’s headlines. 

AI Might Kill Us. Is That Bad?

September 25, 2026

AI might kill us in only ten years; take that, climate change! “Copium” is now in the dictionary, but everything is fine, really. Star hockey goalie Connor Hellebuyck wants to be traded. Rumour has it he could switch from the Winnipeg Jets to the Sharks. What-in-the-West Side-Story is happening?! Gavin Crawford quizzes comedians Colin Mochrie, Carley Thorne and Miguel Rivas on this week’s headlines.

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Because News is hosted by Gavin Crawford. Its publicly listed email is podcasting@cbc.ca. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Because News?

The publicly listed email for Because News: podcasting@cbc.ca.

How many listeners does Because News have?

Podseeker estimates Because News reaches 10,000 to 100,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Because News?

Because News typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Professional comedians, actors, television personalities, or other entertainment figures who can respond quickly and humorously to current news. Common among recent guests: Established stand-up, sketch, or improv comedy credits; Television, radio, or live entertainment appearances. Recent guests include Michael Balazo, Tom Hearn, and Martha Chaves.

How hard is it to get booked on Because News?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does Because News cover?

Recent episodes cover News, Current Affairs, Canadian Politics, Canadian Culture, and Pop Culture. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.