Conversations with Ben O’Hara-Byrne

Every weeknight, you can count on Conversations with Ben O’Hara-Byrne to feature compelling stories, diverse viewpoints, thoughtful questions, and frank conversations on topics that matter to all Canadians. From politics to public health, diplomacy to discrimination, affordability to artificial intelligence, and the environment to entertainment, the show will deliver a fresh approach to current affairs from a genuinely Canadian perspective.

Who is Ben O’Hara-Byrne? Currently the host of Conversations with Ben O’Hara-Byrne, Ben has more than 20 years broadcast journalism experience. He started in radio in Quebec City in 1998 before working for Global News in Montreal and Global News in Toronto. He moved to Global National’s Ottawa/Parliamentary Bureau in 2005 and served as the network’s Asia Correspondent based in Beijing from 2009 to 2011. He’s also worked as a network bureau chief in Beijing and London, U.K., and an evening news anchor in Victoria, B.C. He has reported from across Canada and from several countries including Afghanistan, North Korea, China, Libya, Egypt, South Africa, Ukraine, and Russia.

News
Politics
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Why does red wine give us headaches?
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What does it take to win the 2024 Microsoft Ex...
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Just Say Yes: How Bob McDonald helped elevate s...
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Why do people cry?
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How many of us receive unwanted gifts during t...
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Need a new idea? Read an old book
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Journo Corner: How did music change in 2024?
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The Sticky unravels a sweet caper loosely based...
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The best of movies in 2024
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Tacky Christmas is back, invading our homes thi...
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Donald Trump teases Canada as country navigates...
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Holiday expenses to delay financial goals for n...
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Advancements in drone technology a big positive...
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The state of hiring in Canada as we head into 2025
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Does repeating statements over and over make th...
12 min
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The keys to creating a classic holiday romantic...
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Liberal MPs divided over Justin Trudeau’s leade...
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Why are cheese, butter and meat thefts on the ...
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A cheese store adds security to prevent holiday...
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Why friendships after age 50 can help you live ...
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Helping transition Canadian Veterans into the c...
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Does exercise lead to losing weight? Not always.
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Why cabinet resignations are a rarity - Freelan...
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Chrystia Freeland resigns from Justin Trudeau’s...
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A new survey shows Canadians concerned their ch...
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