Canadian Time Machine
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About This Podcast
Welcome to Canadian Time Machine, a podcast series where each episode marks a key anniversary in Canadian history.
This podcast draws connections between past and present, allowing everyone, from history buffs to new Canadians, to contextualize current events and foster critical thinking about the country's future.
Transcripts are available for all episodes in English and French at https://thewalrus.ca/canadianheritage.
The podcast receives funding from the Government of Canada and is created by The Walrus Lab.
There is also a French counterpart of this podcast called Voyages dans l’histoire canadienne so if you’re bilingual and want to listen to more, visit https://lnkfi.re/Voyages-dans-lhistoire-canadienne.
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Bienvenue dans Canadian Time Machine, une série de balados où chaque épisode célèbre un anniversaire important de l'histoire du Canada.
Ce balado fait le pont entre le passé et le présent, permettant à quiconque, que ce soit les passionnés d’histoires ou les nouveaux Canadiens, de mettre en contexte les évènements actuels et d’encourager la pensée critique pour repenser le futur du pays.
Les transcriptions sont disponibles pour tous les épisodes en anglais et en français à https://thewalrus.ca/canadianheritage.
Ce balado est financé par le gouvernement du Canada et est créé par The Walrus Lab.
Il existe également une version française de ce balado appelée Voyages dans l’histoire canadienne, donc si vous êtes bilingue et que vous voulez en écouter davantage, visitez https://lnkfi.re/Voyages-dans-lhistoire-canadienne.
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Recent Episodes
S4E7 The Furry Gold of Canada: The Beaver’s 50-Year Legacy
Fifty years ago, Canada made the beaver an official national symbol. But long before that, this little animal was shaping rivers, driving trade, and quietly transforming the land.Wildlife ecologist…
S4E6 Inside the Halls of Power: Stories from Canada’s Supreme Court
Founded in 1875, the Supreme Court of Canada has shaped the country for 150 years—yet the stories behind its decisions, its building, and the people who have walked its halls often remain out of…
S4E5 25 Years of Recognition: From the Benefits Act to Today’s Fight for Equality
In 2000, Canada passed the Modernization of Benefits and Obligations Act—a landmark law that formally recognized same-sex couples under federal statutes, a quiet but powerful shift that changed how…
S4E4 Canada’s Unknown Soldier: 25 Years of Remembrance
Twenty-five years ago, the remains of an unidentified Canadian soldier were brought home from France and laid to rest at Ottawa’s National War Memorial. The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier has since…
S4E3 150 Years of Women in Medicine: The Legacy of Jennie Trout
In this episode of Canadian Time Machine, we mark 150 years since Jennie Trout became the first woman licensed to practice medicine in Canada—a breakthrough that helped open the doors of the…
S4E2 Oscar Peterson at 100: The Heart of Canadian Jazz
In this episode of Canadian Time Machine, we explore the life, music, and legacy of jazz legend Oscar Peterson on what would have been his 100th birthday. We hear from jazz pianist Taurey Butler…
S4E1 As Long as the Rivers Flow: The Legacy of Treaty 5
“Treaty is powerful. It's not just a document or an agreement of the past. It's a living agreement,” says Cree lawyer and advocate Deanne Kasokeo. For nearly 150 years, Treaty 5 has shaped the lives…
S4 Introducing Canadian Time Machine: Season 4
From the fight for LGBTQ+ rights to the birth of Canada’s highest court, from trailblazing women in medicine to the legacy of treaties—these are the turning points that shaped the nation.It's all in…
S3E7 Promises Unkept: Treaty 8 and the Battle for Indigenous Rights
125 years after the signing of Treaty 8, many of the promises made to Canada's northern First Nations remain unfulfilled. In this episode, we explore the history, impact, and ongoing struggles…
S3E6 Nunavut Turns 25: Land, Language, and Self-Determination
At just 25 years old, Nunavut is still finding its footing—but it’s come a long way since its historic creation on April 1, 1999. In this episode, we dive into the past, present, and future of…
S3E5 Frozen Frontiers: Canada, NATO, and the Defence of the North
On April 4, 1949, Canada became a founding member of NATO, marking the beginning of our influential role in collaborating toward global security. But as the world changes, some critics say Canada’s…
S3E4 Pens, Pixels, and Protections: A Century of Canadian Copyright
In 1924, the Canadian Copyright Act was born—laying the groundwork for a century of protecting creativity in Canada. But 100 years later, is it keeping up with the times? How do 100-year old laws…
S3E3 Songs of the Rock: Newfoundland & Labrador's Confederation in 1949
In 1949, Newfoundland and Labrador officially joined Canada, becoming the country's youngest province—but not without fierce debate and resistance. In this episode, we explore the unique journey of…
S3E2 In the Shadow of Green Gables: L.M. Montgomery's Life and Legacy
It’s been 150 years since Lucy Maud Montgomery’s birth, and her legacy continues to captivate. Best known for Anne of Green Gables, Montgomery crafted characters who embody resilience and…
S5E1 Wings of Change: 100 Years of the Royal Canadian Air Force
In this episode, we’re celebrating the 100th anniversary of the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) and its contributions to global security. We speak with Billy Flynn, a former RCAF commanding officer,…
S3 Introducing Canadian Time Machine: Season 3
Why did Newfoundland and Labrador resist joining Canada until the 40s? What's it like to fly a tactical helicopter for the Royal Canadian Air Force? Plus... could Anne of Green Gables be an early…
S2E5 Of Films and Phonetics: The Digitization of Yukon History
In today’s episode, we’re commemorating over 125 years of the creation of the Yukon Territory. We speak with Paul Caesar-Jules, a Kaska youth from Watson Lake. He tells us about his work at Liard…
S2E4 Champagne in Charlottetown: PEI and the Road to Confederation
In this episode, we travel back to the moment Prince Edward Island entered Confederation, over 150 years ago. Historian Dr. Edward MacDonald takes us back to the Charlottetown Conference, where it’s…
S2E3 Canada’s surprising relationship to the Universal Declaration of Human Rights
In 1947, Canadian lawyer John Peters Humphrey worked with other members of the Commission on Human Rights to write the first draft of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. On December 10, 1948,…
S2E2 Of fugitives and orators: The characters behind the RCMP’s complicated history
In May 2023, the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) commemorated its 150th anniversary. The federal police force – which originally started out as the North-West Mounted Police – is almost as old…
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Canadian Time Machine has published 26 episodes since February 2023, covering topics in Documentary, History.
Canadian Time Machine is currently sporadic with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 26m.
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