The Big Story
by Frequency Podcast Network
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Audience Interest
- Canadian news and culture
- political commentary
Podcast Focus
- issues shaping Canada today
- cultural discussions
Publishing Consistency
- 1000 episodes produced
- active for three years
Platform Reach
- available on major podcast platforms
- distributed across various channels
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Brands & references
Total monthly reach
Estimated from 17 chart positions in 17 markets.
By chart position
- 🇨🇦CA · Daily News#9300K to 1M
- 🇦🇺AU · Daily News#1945K to 30K
- 🇰🇷KR · Daily News#1451K to 10K
- 🇮🇳IN · Daily News#1591K to 10K
- 🇳🇬NG · Daily News#763K to 10K
- Per-Episode Audience
Est. listeners per new episode within ~30 days
96K to 331K🎙 Daily cadence·1,000 episodes·Last published 1mo ago - Monthly Reach
Unique listeners across all episodes (30 days)
319K to 1.1M🇨🇦91%🇦🇺3%🇰🇷1%+14 more - Active Followers
Loyal subscribers who consistently listen
96K to 331K19K real followers tracked across platforms
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Platform Distribution
Reach across major podcast platforms, updated hourly
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On the show
From 47 epsHosts
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Recent episodes
Big Headlines: New U.S. tariffs on Canada and more details on a deadly crash involving a CFL player
Jul 21, 2026
7m 41s
Inside the Maplehurst inmate abuse scandal
Jul 21, 2026
21m 56s
Big Headlines: Inflation cools across Canada and wildfires continue to burn northern Ontario
Jul 20, 2026
7m 05s
The blurry Gordie Howe bridge 2.0 details
Jul 20, 2026
24m 19s
Weekend Listen: The Prime Minister's honeymoon continues
Jul 18, 2026
15m 50s
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| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7/21/26 | tariffswildfire evacuation+5 | — | — | U.S.Canada+3 | tariffsCanada+6 | — | 7m 41s | ||
| 7/21/26 | inmate abuseprison conditions+3 | Brendan Kennedy | Toronto Star | OntarioMaplehurst Correctional Facility | Maplehurstinmate abuse+6 | — | 21m 56s | ||
| 7/20/26 | inflationwildfires+4 | — | BritainU.S.+3 | Canadanorthern Ontario+1 | inflationwildfires+7 | — | 7m 05s | ||
| 7/20/26 | Gordie Howe BridgeUS-Canada relations+3 | Kris McCuskerDrew Fagan | Gordie Howe International Bridge680 News Radio+1 | — | Gordie Howe BridgeTrump+5 | — | 24m 19s | ||
| 7/18/26 | Canadian economypublic opinion+4 | Nik Nanos | Nanos researchIn This Economy?!+1 | CanadaUnited States | Mark CarneyNanos research+8 | — | 15m 50s | ||
| 7/17/26 | wildfire smokepolitics+3 | — | Britain | U.S.Canada | wildfire smokeTrump speech+3 | — | 7m 08s | ||
| 7/17/26 | wildfire managementair quality+3 | Dr. Lori Daniels | University of British Columbia | OntarioSouthern Ontario+1 | wildfireOntario+6 | — | 23m 01s | ||
| 7/16/26 | wildfiresair quality+5 | — | U.S.Iran | CanadaChina | wildfiresair quality+7 | — | 6m 52s | ||
| 7/16/26 | parasitesfood safety+3 | Keith Warriner | CyclosporaUniversity of Guelph | — | Cyclosporaproduce+5 | — | 23m 26s | ||
| 7/15/26 | Strait of HormuzBank of Canada+4 | — | Bank of Canada | Surrey City HallToronto | Strait of HormuzBank of Canada+5 | — | 7m 36s | ||
| 6/12/26 | politicsinternational relations+3 | — | White HouseUFC | IranAlberta+3 | TrumpIran+7 | — | 7m 14s | ||
| 6/12/26 | soccerWorld Cup+3 | David Gass | Soccerwise | United StatesTurkey+2 | World Cup 2026soccer+5 | — | 25m 57s | ||
| 6/11/26 | police mourningTrump threats+4 | — | Gordie Howe bridge | CanadaToronto+2 | Toronto officerTrump+5 | — | 6m 57s | ||
| 6/11/26 | Ukraine-Russia wardrones+3 | Dominique Arel | — | UkraineRussia+1 | dronesUkraine+7 | — | 25m 18s | ||
| 6/10/26 | policepolitics+5 | — | Bank of CanadaCarney government | OntarioCanada+2 | policeOntario+6 | — | 6m 06s | ||
| 6/10/26 | chimpanzeescivil war+3 | Dr. John Mitani | Frequency Podcast Network | Uganda | chimpanzeescivil war+5 | — | 19m 30s | ||
| 6/9/26 | Iran-Israel warAir Canada pilot+4 | — | Air Canada | OntarioToronto Island Airport | TrumpIran-Israel war+6 | — | 6m 58s | ||
| 6/9/26 | politicsAlberta separation+4 | Glen McGregor | Federal ConservativesCityNews | AlbertaCanada | Pierre PoilievreAlberta separation+4 | — | 28m 17s | ||
| 6/8/26 | Canada politicsnatural disasters+3 | — | CanadaPierre Poilievre+2 | AlbertaPhilippines | CanadaGovernor General+6 | — | 6m 13s | ||
| 6/8/26 | Governor GeneralCanada+4 | Nelson Wiseman | University of Toronto | Canada | Governor GeneralLouise Arbour+6 | — | 19m 39s | ||
| 5/8/26 | job marketUFOs+4 | — | U.F.O. filesPentagon | CanadaIran | jobs reportUFO+5 | — | 6m 46s | ||
| 5/8/26 | geopolitical tensionsWorld Cup+3 | Aaron Ettinger | Carleton University | CanadaUS+3 | World Cupgeopolitical tensions+5 | — | 25m 15s | ||
| 5/7/26 | Hantavirus outbreakpandemic potential+5 | — | U.S. State DepartmentVatican | CanadaIran+1 | Hantaviruspandemic+5 | — | 6m 22s | ||
| 5/7/26 | pandemichantavirus+3 | Dr. Isaac BogochDr. Muhammad Morshed | MV HondiusWorld Health Organization+1 | ArgentinaToronto General Hospital | HantavirusMV Hondius+4 | — | 20m 14s | ||
| 5/6/26 | healthpolitics+4 | — | TrumpCanada | IranStrait of Hormuz+2 | HantavirusTrump+6 | — | 6m 46s |
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Distribution & Reach
About the show, platforms, and key insights.
Distribution & Reach
About the show, platforms, and key insights.
Frequency Podcast Network is an independent podcast creator known for delivering engaging and insightful content across various genres. They have built a reputation for producing high-quality podcasts that resonate with listeners interested in current affairs and cultural discussions. The Big Story stands out for its deep dives into the pressing issues, cultural dynamics, and influential personalities shaping Canada today. With a format that combines news, commentary, and analysis, the podcast provides a comprehensive exploration of topics relevant to Canadian society, making it a valuable resource for understanding the complexities of the nation. Listeners are drawn to The Big Story for its thoughtful examination of political and social issues, offering them context and clarity in a rapidly changing world. The show's ability to blend informative content with compelling storytelling fosters a loyal audience seeking to stay informed and engaged with Canadian affairs.
By the numbers
- Total followers: 19K
- Total plays: 1.3M
- Total reviews: 102
Platforms
Castbox
- Followers: 19K
- Plays: 1.3M
- Reviews: 47
Podcast App
- Followers: 83
- Reviews: 55
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Audience
kids, general
Key insights
What the show covers
- issues shaping Canada today
- cultural discussions
- political landscape insights
- personalities influencing society
Audience interests
- Canadian news and culture
- political commentary
- current events analysis
- in-depth issue exploration
Platform reach
- available on major podcast platforms
- distributed across various channels
- growing listener base
- no specific platforms detected
Publishing consistency
- 1000 episodes produced
- active for three years
- weekly publishing schedule
- consistent content delivery
Chart history for The Big Story
Peaked at #9 in Canada, top 10 in 1 of 18 tracked markets, currently #9 in Canada.
| Market | Genre | Peak | Current | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canada | — | #9 | #9 | — |
| Canada | — | #44 | #44 | — |
| NG | — | #76 | #76 | — |
| IS | — | #86 | #86 | — |
| PE | — | #112 | #112 | — |
| MY | — | #122 | #122 | — |
| SG | — | #128 | #128 | — |
| CZ | — | #130 | #130 | — |
| TW | — | #139 | #139 | — |
| South Korea | — | #145 | #145 | — |
| HK | — | #156 | #156 | — |
| GR | — | #158 | #158 | — |
| India | — | #159 | #159 | — |
| CL | — | #175 | #175 | — |
| CO | — | #180 | #180 | — |
| TR | — | #183 | #183 | — |
| Australia | — | #194 | #194 | — |
| PT | — | #194 | #194 | — |
Chart Positions
18 placements across 17 markets.
Chart Positions
18 placements across 17 markets.