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The Implant Files | The Trouble with Access to Information | Indigenous Satire
Why journalists from different outlets around the world banded together to produce ‘The Implant Files’. Plus the real story of Canada’s Access to Information Laws. And who is the target audience for Indigenous satire site Walking Eagle News? Watch ‘The Investigators with Diana Swain’ Thursdays at 7:00 pm on CBC Television; Saturdays at 9:30 pm ET and Sundays at 5:30 pm ET on CBC News Network.
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Anger over St. Mike's coverage | The Dangers of Environmental Journalism | Mueller’s Endgame
Sexual assault allegations at a Toronto private school prompted a deluge of media coverage, and a backlash from some parents. Plus, why reporting on environmental issues is so dangerous. And the potential endgame for the Mueller investigation. Watch ‘The Investigators with Diana Swain’ Thursdays at 7:00 pm on CBC Television; Saturdays at 9:30 pm ET and Sundays at 5:30 pm ET on CBC News Network.
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The Truth About Food Apps | A Newspaper's Crisis of Trust | BBC Fights Fake News
Marketplace discovers who really pays when food couriers get hurt on the job. Plus why was a newspaper forced to investigate itself? And inside the BBC World team tracking fake news. Watch ‘The Investigators with Diana Swain’ Thursdays at 7:00 pm on CBC Television; Saturdays at 9:30 pm ET and Sundays at 5:30 pm ET on CBC News Network.
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The Fifth Estate Intimidated | Yemen's Graphic Images | Investigating Conversion Therapy
The intimidation of a crew with The Fifth Estate recently investigating a Filipino church went far beyond the usual. Plus what went in to The New York Times’ decision to publish the photo of a Yemeni girl dying of starvation. And a hidden camera investigation of the controversial practice of conversion therapy in Quebec. Watch ‘The Investigators with Diana Swain’ Thursdays at 7:00 pm on CBC Television; Saturdays at 9:30 pm ET and Sundays at 5:30 pm ET on CBC News Network.
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Fact checking Trump’s ‘lies’ | Polarized politics | A looming U.S. civil war?
When Donald Trump bends the truth The Toronto Star’s Daniel Dale is there. Plus searching for the political middle in America. And should Canada prepare for a looming American civil war? Watch ‘The Investigators with Diana Swain’ Thursdays at 7:00 pm on CBC Television; Saturdays at 9:30 pm ET and Sundays at 5:30 pm ET on CBC News Network.
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Faking Interviews | Pro Russian Trolls | Publication Bans
A VICE journalist sent imposters to be interviewed by news outlets from around the world. Diana asks him why. Plus Finnish reporter Jessikka Aro talks about her victory against her pro-Russian harassers. And The Fifth Estate’s Mark Kelley on how he dealt with an unusual publication ban. Watch ‘The Investigators with Diana Swain’ Thursdays at 7:00 pm on CBC Television; Saturdays at 9:30 pm ET and Sundays at 5:30 pm ET on CBC News Network.
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Liberia Rape Scandal | Khashoggi Silenced | Accountability for School Bus Safety
An explosive investigation into rapes committed by a staff member of a Liberian school run by an American charity. Plus how Jamal Khashoggi’s disappearance proves journalists are in more danger than ever. And why Marc Garneau may have refused to answer The Fifth Estate’s questions. Watch ‘The Investigators with Diana Swain’ Thursdays at 7:00 pm on CBC Television; Saturdays at 9:30 pm ET and Sundays at 5:30 pm ET on CBC News Network.
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Investigating Trump’s Fortune | Decoding Trade Talks | Covering Illegal Organ Trafficking (The Investigators with Diana Swain)
The New York Times accuses Donald Trump of massive tax fraud. Diana talks to Canadian Susanne Craig, one of the reporters who wrote the story. Plus the CBC’s Katie Simpson takes us behind the scenes of covering the NAFTA talks. And, why would people think an LA Times journalist can help them sell their organs? Watch ‘The Investigators with Diana Swain’ Thursdays at 7:00 pm on CBC Television; Saturdays at 9:30 pm ET and Sundays at 5:30 pm ET on CBC News Network.
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Exposing Killings in Cameroon | Opioid Dealing Pharmacists | Escaping NXIVM (The Investigators with Diana Swain)
An atrocity exposed, how the BBC found the truth behind a shocking viral video. How some drug-dealing pharmacists are contributing to the opioid crisis. And the personal story behind CBC’s hit podcast. Watch The Investigators with Diana Swain Thursdays at 7:00 pm on CBC Television; Saturdays at 9:30 pm ET and Sundays at 5:30 pm ET on CBC News Network.
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CRA Scammers Tracked Down; Covering Cannabis (The Investigators with Diana Swain)
Thousands of Canadians have gotten calls from scammers posing as the CRA and threatening legal action if people don’t pay up - CBC’s Marketplace tracked down the scammers, we ask them how they did it. Plus, Cannabis is about to become legal, so what kind of coverage should Canadians expect? Watch The Investigators Thursdays at 7:00 pm on CBC Television; Saturdays at 9:30 pm ET and Sundays at 5:30 pm ET on CBC News Network.
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Reporting allegations in the midst of #metoo movement; Inside a police investigation of human trafficking (The Investigators with Diana Swain)
In the midst of a social movement like #metoo, How do journalists report on allegations? And keep asking the necessary questions? Plus, CBC News rides along with police as they investigate human trafficking. Watch The Investigators Saturdays at 9:30 pm ET and Sundays at 5:30 pm ET on CBC News Network.
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Inside a police investigation into human trafficking (The Investigators with Diana Swain)
CBC News rides along with police in London, Ontario as they attempt to rescue women and girls who are victims of human trafficking. Watch The Investigators Saturdays at 9:30 pm ET and Sundays at 5:30 pm ET on CBC News Network.
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Til death do us part: Investigating Predatory Marriage (The Investigators with Diana Swain)
An investigation by the Toronto Star highlights the phenomenon of predatory marriage, when an opportunistic bride or groom tries to swoop in to take control of the financial assets of a loved one. Watch The Investigators Saturdays at 9:30 pm ET and Sundays at 5:30 pm ET on CBC News Network.
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Where do tons of donated clothes really end up, and what's fuelling the problem? Plus, investigating the phenomenon of predatory marriage (The Investigators with Diana Swain)
Companies make clothing recycling claims that make you feel like you're doing good. But, what's happening behind the slogan? Plus, why the phenomenon of predatory marriage should be on everyone's radar. The Investigators Saturdays at 9:30 pm ET and Sundays at 5:30 pm ET on CBC News Network.
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Larry Nassar gymnastics abuse case: How a newspaper exposed the story (The Investigators with Diana Swain)
Larry Nassar was convicted of sexual abusing U.S. gymnasts under his care. Diana Swain speaks with two journalists from the Indianapolis Star who were part of the team that broke that story. Watch The Investigators Saturdays at 9:30 pm ET and Sundays at 5:30 pm ET on CBC News Network.
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Reporting on Larry Nassar: Inside the newspaper investigation that brought down the convicted sports physician; Driving High: How reliable is a test used by police to detect drivers impaired by pot?
The sentencing of once world-renowned sports physician Larry Nassar captured headlines around the world. Diana Swain speaks with two journalists from the Indianapolis Star who were part of the team that broke that story. Plus, pot is just months away from becoming legal in Canada. Are police road tests reliable enough to catch high drivers? Inside an investigation by The Fifth Estate. Watch The Investigators Saturdays at 9:30 pm ET and Sundays at 5:30 pm ET on CBC News Network
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The Sherman Murders: The Challenges of Covering the Investigation; CNN's Brian Stelter on anchors sharing opinions on cable news (The Investigators with Diana Swain)
The Fifth Estate team shares their challenges covering the investigation into the deaths of billionaires Barry and Honey Sherman; CNN's Brian Stelter has made a name as a media watchdog. What does he think about the slide to subjectivity in cable news? Watch The Investigators Saturdays at 9:30 pm ET and Sundays at 5:30 pm ET on CBC News Network
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CNN's Brian Stelter on anchors sharing opinions on cable news (The Investigators with Diana Swain)
CNN's Brian Stelter has made a name as a media watchdog. What does he think about the slide to subjectivity in cable news? And how should the news media handle Donald Trump's attacks and 'fake news' smear? Watch The Investigators Saturdays at 9:30 pm ET and Sundays at 5:30 pm ET on CBC News Network.
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Covering the Alt-Right: How to report on an extremist movement without giving it a platform; The #Metoo movement in the restaurant industry: A food critic's dilemma (The Investigators with Diana Swain)
Journalists often peer into the dark world of white supremacy in order to cover it. And an investigation by the New York Times this week exposed a lie told by an Alt-Right Extremist to his own followers. But what if coverage of an extremist movement is giving it a platform? Plus, the #Metoo movement and the restaurant industry. Allegations of sexual misconduct in the world of fine dining put food critics in awkward dilemma. Watch The Investigators Saturdays at 9:30 pm ET and Sundays at 5:30 pm ET on CBC News Network.
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Inside a CBC Investigation that exposed a secret men-only Facebook group for RCMP members; Investigating sexual misconduct allegations in the humanitarian aid industry. (The Investigators with Diana Swain)
The so-called "Brothers of the Force" group linked to the RCMP has over 700 members across Canada. It contains crude cartoons, comments about genitalia and gender identity. We talk to the CBC producer on that investigation. Plus, Oxfam is reeling after allegations of sexual misconduct by some of its staff in Haiti. But a humanitarian news website revealed the whistle had first been blown as far as 14 years ago. Watch The Investigators Saturdays at 9:30 pm ET and Sundays at 5:30 pm ET on CBC News Network.
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"FHRITP": It's a vulgar and sexist slur aimed at female journalists. But is it illegal? (The Investigators with Diana Swain)
This week a provincial court judge in St. John's ruled that yelling F her right in the P isn't necessarily illegal. Sparking concern in newsrooms across the country. We talk to reporter Heather Gillis in Newfoundland who took a stand. Watch The Investigators Saturdays at 9:30 pm ET and Sundays at 5:30 pm ET on CBC News Network.
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Investigating Sales Tactics Used To Sell Bell Services / Pushing Baby Formula / The Hostage Family (The Investigators with Diana Swain)
Going undercover to get the story is one thing. But what about actually getting hired for a job in order to get the inside scoop on a company? CBC's Go Public and Marketplace teamed up this week to investigate door-to-door sales practices used to sell Bell services. Watch The Investigators Saturdays at 9:30 pm ET and Sundays at 5:30 pm ET on CBC News Network.
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The Boushie Case Re-examined / Investigating Police Snooping Tools / Airbnb Surprise (The Investigators with Diana Swain)
The RCMP declared case closed in the death of Colten Boushie. But did they botch their handling of the crime scene? Watch The Investigators Saturdays at 9:30 pm ET and Sundays at 5:30 pm ET on CBC News Network.
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Investigating Suspicious U.K. Deaths Linked To Russia (The Investigators with Diana Swain)
The poisoning of two Russians in the U.K. is prompting police to look back on more than a dozen suspicious deaths first linked to Russia by a Buzzfeed investigation. Watch The Investigators Saturdays at 9:30 pm ET and Sundays at 5:30 pm ET on CBC News Network.
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Investigating U.K. Deaths Linked To Russia / 'Overlooked' Obits / 'Missing & Murdered' (The Investigators with Diana Swain)
The poisoning of two Russians in the U.K. is prompting police to look back on more than a dozen suspicious deaths first linked to Russia by a Buzzfeed investigation. Watch The Investigators Saturdays at 9:30 pm ET and Sundays at 5:30 pm ET on CBC News Network.
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Cambridge Analytica Exposed (The Investigators with Diana Swain)
The investigation into Cambridge Analytica's manipulation of Facebook data became the biggest news story in the world this week. We talk to a member of the investigative team at Britain's Channel 4 about their undercover work. Watch The Investigators Saturdays at 9:30 pm ET and Sundays at 5:30 pm ET on CBC News Network.
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Cambridge Analytica Exposed / Drugs on the Dark Web / Murder in Slovakia (The Investigators with Diana Swain)
The investigation into Cambridge Analytica's manipulation of Facebook data became one of the biggest news stories of the week. We talk to a member of the investigative team at Britain's Channel 4 about their undercover work. Watch The Investigators Saturdays at 9:30 pm ET and Sundays at 5:30 pm ET on CBC News Network.
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#DeleteFacebook: What's next for social media? (The Investigators with Diana Swain)
How is the tech industry addressing data privacy and how much boils down to personal responsibility? Watch The Investigators Saturdays at 9:30 pm ET and Sundays at 5:30 pm ET on CBC News Network.
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