Weekends with Ben O’Hara-Byrne

Weekends with Ben O’Hara Byrne will showcase Ben’s signature curiosity, good humour, and love for great Canadian stories - whenever you're listening. Learn new things, hear surprising perspectives, and head into your day with fresh stories to talk about.

Ben O’Hara Byrne brings decades of experience in journalism, broadcast, and connecting with people to the microphone. Throughout his career, he’s held reporting & anchor roles across Canada, from Quebec City to Ottawa to Victoria. He’s been a network bureau chief in Beijing and London, U.K. And, he’s reported on stories around the world, including Afghanistan, North Korea, Libya, Ukraine and Russia.

News
Politics
1951
Substantial price raises are on the menu for re...
13 min
1952
Singing for Queen Elizabeth II - the memories a...
10 min
1953
A new report highlights the top 10 threats to c...
13 min
1954
Ukraine’s counteroffensive efforts against Russ...
24 min
1955
Thousands wait in line to pay respects to Queen...
6 min
1956
The vibe in London as Queen Elizabeth II’s coff...
8 min
1957
Is the end of Covid-19 in sight? What do we nee...
13 min
1958
North Vancouver man remembered for his valiant ...
12 min
1959
No Justice, No Freedom for Rohingya, Five Years...
15 min
1960
Code Blue: Can virtual care help alleviate the ...
17 min
1961
Former press secretary to Ukraine President Vol...
14 min
1962
What role will Canada play in the Queen’s funer...
15 min
1963
Numerous events ahead to mark the Queen’s life ...
13 min
1964
Solving BC’s wildfire crisis requires us to mak...
9 min
1965
Ukraine’s counter offensive forces Russian troo...
15 min
1966
Reflecting on the Toronto International Film Fe...
17 min
1967
The future of the monarchy in Canada: is there ...
15 min
1968
Appealing to Canada’s youth: Pierre Poilievre c...
16 min
1969
An outpouring of love and forgiveness in Saskat...
13 min
1970
Remembering Queen Elizabeth II, Britain reacts ...
53 min
1971
Deadman’s Curse - Canadian gold hunters search ...
9 min
1972
The impact of the Queen’s patronage on one Toro...
8 min
1973
Former Lieutenant Governor recalls gatherings w...
15 min
1974
Will the Queen’s death push Australia to abando...
17 min
1975
How will Canadians react to a changing monarchy
15 min