As It Happens: The Thursday Edition
Part One
Blockade: US politician
US Congressperson Debbie Dingell says it's up to Canada to end the blockade at the Ambassador Bridge — and that the federal government needs to get moving to get things moving.
Ottawa protest: Matt Gurney
Journalist Matt Gurney describes the key group of Ottawa protesters behind a lot of the disruption — and says they're the reason everyone is afraid to act.
Football card signed
So much for being a mail role model. A young football fan sent a card to NFL running back Warrick Dunn to get autographed — and received a response 21 years later, which does not constitute "post haste".
Part Two
Blockade: Trucker
A Canadian trucker says he agrees with the protestors' cause, but not their illegal actions — which are making law-abiding truckers like him look bad.
Encore: David Crosby advice
By request, we'll have an encore presentation of my interview with music legend David Crosby — whose reputation for offering unsolicited advice led to a stint offering solicited advice for Rolling Stone magazine.
Part Three
Indonesia tire crocodile
An Indonesian crocodile is finally free from the motorcycle tire that was around its neck for six years — after local animal lovers stuck their necks out to help.
Encore: Bob Wiseman guitar
Years after his hand-painted guitar was stolen, Bob Wiseman figured his beloved instrument was gone forever. But then, a phone call from a fellow musician changed his tune.