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episodic en-ca Good Question, P.E.I. https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/prince-edward-island Islanders - this is a podcast for you. There's something special about this quirky little place, but it also has its challenges. We're answering your questions P.E.I. - big or small, serious or silly. Hosted by Nicola MacLeod. Every Wednesday. https://www.cbc.ca/listen Islanders - this is a podcast for you. There's something special about this quirky little place, but it also has its challenges. We're answering your questions P.E.I. - big or small, serious or silly. Hosted by Nicola MacLeod. Every Wednesday. CBC podcasting@cbc.ca Copyright CBC 2024 CBC No peipulse-3a44c808-342a-4695-9d2a-35d0146b75b8 How do we divide up P.E.I.? How do we divide up P.E.I.?

We venture out to answer how our counties got their names, but end up with a stickier geography lesson. Can Islanders come to a consensus? And who has the final say?

We venture out to answer how our counties got their names, but end up with a stickier geography lesson. Can Islanders come to a consensus? And who has the final say?

We venture out to answer how our counties got their names, but end up with a stickier geography lesson. Can Islanders come to a consensus? And who has the final say?

Wed, 26 Jun 2024 00:10:00 EDT 00:20:26 No https://chrt.fm/track/52291/cbc.mc.tritondigital.com/CBC_PEIPULSE_P/media/peipulse/peipulse-PjCW44ok-20240625.mp3 full
peipulse-4000aae8-6f99-40a8-805c-0007a59f7474 The dairy bar episode The dairy bar episode

Islanders love their ice cream. To celebrate summer, we're talking about what makes us go nuts for dairy bars. And as it turns out... business is booming! 

Islanders love their ice cream. To celebrate summer, we're talking about what makes us go nuts for dairy bars. And as it turns out... business is booming! 

Islanders love their ice cream. To celebrate summer, we're talking about what makes us go nuts for dairy bars. And as it turns out... business is booming! 

Wed, 19 Jun 2024 00:10:00 EDT 00:18:46 No https://chrt.fm/track/52291/cbc.mc.tritondigital.com/CBC_PEIPULSE_P/media/peipulse/peipulse-whW50wlP-20240618.mp3 full
peipulse-639e1718-516a-4583-b5c2-13a790bac05d Are community schools a P.E.I. thing? Are community schools a P.E.I. thing?

Were going to school this week... community school. So what is it? Who can attend? And how has it lasted almost 60 years?

Were going to school this week... community school. So what is it? Who can attend? And how has it lasted almost 60 years?

Were going to school this week... community school. So what is it? Who can attend? And how has it lasted almost 60 years?

Wed, 12 Jun 2024 00:10:00 EDT 00:17:27 No https://chrt.fm/track/52291/cbc.mc.tritondigital.com/CBC_PEIPULSE_P/media/peipulse/peipulse-D8UdIIfW-20240611.mp3 full
peipulse-94e4d455-d027-4978-8fa0-4dc138d91f67 How did the Buffaloland buffalo end up on P.E.I.? How did the Buffaloland buffalo end up on P.E.I.?

Eastern P.E.I. is home to a herd of bison, but how did they get here? Who takes care of them? And is it true people used to eat them? We share the tale.

Eastern P.E.I. is home to a herd of bison, but how did they get here? Who takes care of them? And is it true people used to eat them? We share the tale.

Eastern P.E.I. is home to a herd of bison, but how did they get here? Who takes care of them? And is it true people used to eat them? We share the tale.

Wed, 05 Jun 2024 00:10:00 EDT 00:18:37 No https://chrt.fm/track/52291/cbc.mc.tritondigital.com/CBC_PEIPULSE_P/media/peipulse/peipulse-lpUIzU3a-20240604.mp3 full
peipulse-6856b2ae-5efc-48dd-afd7-df11a529ae19 Can P.E.I. stop today's kids from being able to smoke, ever? Can P.E.I. stop today's kids from being able to smoke, ever?

P.E.I. could ban today's children from EVER buying cigarettes. Does that include vapes and nicotine pouches too? How would it even work? The CBC's Laura Meader walks us through the plan.

P.E.I. could ban today's children from EVER buying cigarettes. Does that include vapes and nicotine pouches too? How would it even work? The CBC's Laura Meader walks us through the plan.

P.E.I. could ban today's children from EVER buying cigarettes. Does that include vapes and nicotine pouches too? How would it even work? The CBC's Laura Meader walks us through the plan.

Wed, 29 May 2024 00:10:00 EDT 00:14:59 No https://chrt.fm/track/52291/cbc.mc.tritondigital.com/CBC_PEIPULSE_P/media/peipulse/peipulse-wIDcDhxw-20240528.mp3 full
peipulse-6d8e5d03-022c-46f2-8a6e-6fba5ebf2b48 Does P.E.I. have venomous spiders? Does P.E.I. have venomous spiders?

Wait a second, I thought we didn't have those!? But now some are saying there are poisonous brown recluse spiders on the Island, and this week, we get to the bottom of that mystery.

Wait a second, I thought we didn't have those!? But now some are saying there are poisonous brown recluse spiders on the Island, and this week, we get to the bottom of that mystery.

Wait a second, I thought we didn't have those!? But now some are saying there are poisonous brown recluse spiders on the Island, and this week, we get to the bottom of that mystery.

Wed, 22 May 2024 00:10:00 EDT 00:12:29 No https://chrt.fm/track/52291/cbc.mc.tritondigital.com/CBC_PEIPULSE_P/media/peipulse/peipulse-zep6BGn3-20240521.mp3 full
peipulse-ebb4f5db-9291-4d5e-80d1-a77b25f56f32 Who grows more potatoes? Alberta and P.E.I. face off Who grows more potatoes? Alberta and P.E.I. face off

The mighty spud is synonymous with P.E.I., but now Alberta may be coming for our crown. What will it mean if the P.E.I. potato is no longer number one? Host Nicola MacLeod and This is Edmonton host Clare Bonnyman join forces.

The mighty spud is synonymous with P.E.I., but now Alberta may be coming for our crown. What will it mean if the P.E.I. potato is no longer number one? Host Nicola MacLeod and This is Edmonton host Clare Bonnyman join forces.

The mighty spud is synonymous with P.E.I., but now Alberta may be coming for our crown. What will it mean if the P.E.I. potato is no longer number one? Host Nicola MacLeod and This is Edmonton host Clare Bonnyman join forces.

Wed, 15 May 2024 00:10:00 EDT 00:18:57 No https://chrt.fm/track/52291/cbc.mc.tritondigital.com/CBC_PEIPULSE_P/media/peipulse/peipulse-YRlbdKbn-20240514.mp3 full
peipulse-8faae0e3-a1b8-488f-9ce0-1d15dc4417c6 Who is affordable housing affordable for? Who is affordable housing affordable for?

With rising rents and a low vacancy rate, many Islanders feel rental housing within their budget is becoming harder to find. But do affordable units still exist? And who are they affordable for? We speak with renters, advocates and the province.

With rising rents and a low vacancy rate, many Islanders feel rental housing within their budget is becoming harder to find. But do affordable units still exist? And who are they affordable for? We speak with renters, advocates and the province.

With rising rents and a low vacancy rate, many Islanders feel rental housing within their budget is becoming harder to find. But do affordable units still exist? And who are they affordable for? We speak with renters, advocates and the province.

Wed, 08 May 2024 00:10:00 EDT 00:23:59 No https://chrt.fm/track/52291/cbc.mc.tritondigital.com/CBC_PEIPULSE_P/media/peipulse/peipulse-4zcKvlbk-20240507.mp3 full
peipulse-c24ef5af-cbb0-47db-a899-7a4f6b57baef Why do we talk like that? Why do we talk like that?

The P.E.I. accent is distinctive and unique, but have you ever wondered why we say worsh and not wash or slippy instead of slippery? The answers might surprise you. Magine!

The P.E.I. accent is distinctive and unique, but have you ever wondered why we say worsh and not wash or slippy instead of slippery? The answers might surprise you. Magine!

The P.E.I. accent is distinctive and unique, but have you ever wondered why we say worsh and not wash or slippy instead of slippery? The answers might surprise you. Magine!

Wed, 01 May 2024 00:10:00 EDT 00:18:56 No https://chrt.fm/track/52291/cbc.mc.tritondigital.com/CBC_PEIPULSE_P/media/peipulse/peipulse-C4m5V6Yg-20240419.mp3 full
peipulse-5cf287d3-b1a9-4314-884c-53f4a06192a2 Why does our food cost more all of a sudden? Why does our food cost more all of a sudden?

Sticker shock got you down? Youre not alone. But where is the money from our purchases going? And does it make a difference if you buy local? Farmers, grocers and shoppers weigh in on P.E.I.s food system.

Sticker shock got you down? Youre not alone. But where is the money from our purchases going? And does it make a difference if you buy local? Farmers, grocers and shoppers weigh in on P.E.I.s food system.

Sticker shock got you down? Youre not alone. But where is the money from our purchases going? And does it make a difference if you buy local? Farmers, grocers and shoppers weigh in on P.E.I.s food system.

Wed, 24 Apr 2024 00:10:00 EDT 00:22:31 No https://chrt.fm/track/52291/cbc.mc.tritondigital.com/CBC_PEIPULSE_P/media/peipulse/peipulse-kIPS6jiJ-20240419.mp3 full
peipulse-07042c60-1038-4c49-ad03-706693a1598d All about that bass (the fish kind) All about that bass (the fish kind)

P.E.I.'s recreational striped bass fishery has taken off, but why? And where did the fish come from? We'll reel you in.

P.E.I.'s recreational striped bass fishery has taken off, but why? And where did the fish come from? We'll reel you in.

P.E.I.'s recreational striped bass fishery has taken off, but why? And where did the fish come from? We'll reel you in.

Wed, 17 Apr 2024 00:10:00 EDT 00:14:36 No https://chrt.fm/track/52291/cbc.mc.tritondigital.com/CBC_PEIPULSE_P/media/peipulse/peipulse-OBg5NuzS-20240416.mp3 full
peipulse-51731c25-cb94-4c77-8059-4562245cc8d8 Could P.E.I.'s trains get back on track? Could P.E.I.'s trains get back on track?

The story of P.E.I.s (disastrous) railroad is intrinsically linked to our place in Canada, but could moving toward greener transportation bring us back to the almighty train? Guest co-host Travis Kingdon hopes so.

The story of P.E.I.s (disastrous) railroad is intrinsically linked to our place in Canada, but could moving toward greener transportation bring us back to the almighty train? Guest co-host Travis Kingdon hopes so.

The story of P.E.I.s (disastrous) railroad is intrinsically linked to our place in Canada, but could moving toward greener transportation bring us back to the almighty train? Guest co-host Travis Kingdon hopes so.

Wed, 10 Apr 2024 00:10:00 EDT 00:22:40 No https://chrt.fm/track/52291/cbc.mc.tritondigital.com/CBC_PEIPULSE_P/media/peipulse/peipulse-TaMNLLDt-20240409.mp3 full
peipulse-6b7e9cb6-87a1-4a42-9917-6e2dbe09095f What should we do to help our forests recover from Fiona? What should we do to help our forests recover from Fiona?

It's hard to find any corner of the Island not touched by post-tropical storm Fiona. Especially in the woods. Replanting has started, but what should we be planting? And can the species we choose help P.E.I. build resiliency against climate change?

It's hard to find any corner of the Island not touched by post-tropical storm Fiona. Especially in the woods. Replanting has started, but what should we be planting? And can the species we choose help P.E.I. build resiliency against climate change?

It's hard to find any corner of the Island not touched by post-tropical storm Fiona. Especially in the woods. Replanting has started, but what should we be planting? And can the species we choose help P.E.I. build resiliency against climate change?

Wed, 20 Mar 2024 00:10:00 EDT 00:19:59 No https://chrt.fm/track/52291/cbc.mc.tritondigital.com/CBC_PEIPULSE_P/media/peipulse/peipulse-augAMCEL-20240318.mp3 full
peipulse-12286996-b2d9-4edd-b763-27500ed1fe92 Why is Anne of Green Gables so famous? Why is Anne of Green Gables so famous?

She's a legend, she's an icon. Anne (with an 'E') needs no introduction for most Canadians, let alone Islanders. But how did Lucy Maud Montgomery's books and characters become so popular? And why do people come here from all over the world? We hear from Islanders and an expert on Anne and Montgomery's legacy.

She's a legend, she's an icon. Anne (with an 'E') needs no introduction for most Canadians, let alone Islanders. But how did Lucy Maud Montgomery's books and characters become so popular? And why do people come here from all over the world? We hear from Islanders and an expert on Anne and Montgomery's legacy.

She's a legend, she's an icon. Anne (with an 'E') needs no introduction for most Canadians, let alone Islanders. But how did Lucy Maud Montgomery's books and characters become so popular? And why do people come here from all over the world? We hear from Islanders and an expert on Anne and Montgomery's legacy.

Wed, 13 Mar 2024 00:10:00 EDT 00:23:23 No https://chrt.fm/track/52291/cbc.mc.tritondigital.com/CBC_PEIPULSE_P/media/peipulse/peipulse-J8zt7moB-20240313.mp3 full
peipulse-93d98527-9791-46e9-abc1-0028f221497d Public park prohibition: Why can't I drink alcohol? Public park prohibition: Why can't I drink alcohol?

Lots of other provinces allow it. People are certainly asking for it. So, what's preventing us from enjoying a beer or a glass of wine at a picnic? We talk about the influence of prohibition, culture, and the pandemic, and how they flow into our current rules here.


Lots of other provinces allow it. People are certainly asking for it. So, what's preventing us from enjoying a beer or a glass of wine at a picnic? We talk about the influence of prohibition, culture, and the pandemic, and how they flow into our current rules here.


Lots of other provinces allow it. People are certainly asking for it. So, what's preventing us from enjoying a beer or a glass of wine at a picnic? We talk about the influence of prohibition, culture, and the pandemic, and how they flow into our current rules here.


Wed, 06 Mar 2024 00:10:00 EST 00:18:49 No https://chrt.fm/track/52291/cbc.mc.tritondigital.com/CBC_PEIPULSE_P/media/peipulse/peipulse-oraxOTSl-20240306.mp3 full
peipulse-232bc510-3b4d-47f4-9ef9-8670b1b5d2b3 What's the BIG idea on basic income? What's the BIG idea on basic income?

The idea of a basic income guarantee making sure everyone has enough money in their bank accounts to live has been floated on P.E.I. for years. A recent report says the Island is the perfect trial ground for the rest of the country. So what's the holdup? Trish Altass is here to explain how it would work and bust some myths. 

The idea of a basic income guarantee making sure everyone has enough money in their bank accounts to live has been floated on P.E.I. for years. A recent report says the Island is the perfect trial ground for the rest of the country. So what's the holdup? Trish Altass is here to explain how it would work and bust some myths. 

The idea of a basic income guarantee making sure everyone has enough money in their bank accounts to live has been floated on P.E.I. for years. A recent report says the Island is the perfect trial ground for the rest of the country. So what's the holdup? Trish Altass is here to explain how it would work and bust some myths. 

Wed, 28 Feb 2024 00:10:00 EST 00:19:51 No https://chrt.fm/track/52291/cbc.mc.tritondigital.com/CBC_PEIPULSE_P/media/peipulse/peipulse-QHQJVt5U-20240228.mp3 full
peipulse-39b88ec4-eb64-4d50-87b0-88a6583bf170 Question Period: How does P.E.I.'s house work? Question Period: How does P.E.I.'s house work?

Calling all political nerds! This one is for you. The P.E.I. legislature opens for the spring sitting next week. CBC's Kerry Campbell stops by to break it down and answer your questions about the room where it happens.

Calling all political nerds! This one is for you. The P.E.I. legislature opens for the spring sitting next week. CBC's Kerry Campbell stops by to break it down and answer your questions about the room where it happens.

Calling all political nerds! This one is for you. The P.E.I. legislature opens for the spring sitting next week. CBC's Kerry Campbell stops by to break it down and answer your questions about the room where it happens.

Wed, 21 Feb 2024 00:10:00 EST 00:23:56 No https://chrt.fm/track/52291/cbc.mc.tritondigital.com/CBC_PEIPULSE_P/media/peipulse/peipulse-fJOrZ1h5-20240220.mp3 full
peipulse-1837f41a-cd08-4234-8ac0-d3682a633c85 Why am I paying to cross the Confederation Bridge? Why am I paying to cross the Confederation Bridge? Anyone who crosses the bridge has to pay at least $50, but is that fair? Should Islanders get to come and go for free, or at least at a discount? We look at the complicated relationship Islanders have with the Confederation Bridge, and how the bridge has changed Island life. Anyone who crosses the bridge has to pay at least $50, but is that fair? Should Islanders get to come and go for free, or at least at a discount? We look at the complicated relationship Islanders have with the Confederation Bridge, and how the bridge has changed Island life. Anyone who crosses the bridge has to pay at least $50, but is that fair? Should Islanders get to come and go for free, or at least at a discount? We look at the complicated relationship Islanders have with the Confederation Bridge, and how the bridge has changed Island life. Wed, 14 Feb 2024 00:10:00 EST 00:24:44 No https://chrt.fm/track/52291/cbc.mc.tritondigital.com/CBC_PEIPULSE_P/media/peipulse/peipulse-Q9DQgk2L-20240213.mp3 full peipulse-86442277-c74a-46b6-b0ac-ef9a7947a329 When is P.E.I. getting a supervised consumption site? When is P.E.I. getting a supervised consumption site? Didn't the government promise one years ago? And what's the deal with harm reduction? The opioid crisis has made its mark on the Island, and the CBC's Tony Davis explains why it's been so difficult to do anything about it. Didn't the government promise one years ago? And what's the deal with harm reduction? The opioid crisis has made its mark on the Island, and the CBC's Tony Davis explains why it's been so difficult to do anything about it. Didn't the government promise one years ago? And what's the deal with harm reduction? The opioid crisis has made its mark on the Island, and the CBC's Tony Davis explains why it's been so difficult to do anything about it. Wed, 07 Feb 2024 00:10:00 EST 00:22:22 No https://chrt.fm/track/52291/cbc.mc.tritondigital.com/CBC_PEIPULSE_P/media/peipulse/peipulse-cV3cPFNL-20240206.mp3 full peipulse-8bb90681-cc44-4783-829c-6cb5235eddc6 Will P.E.I. ever get a Costco? Will P.E.I. ever get a Costco? Debating upgrading to that executive membership? We're finding out why Costco, and big box warehouse stores like it, haven't set up shop here on the Island yet. Will we ever get one? And would it be a good, or bad thing for P.E.I.? Debating upgrading to that executive membership? We're finding out why Costco, and big box warehouse stores like it, haven't set up shop here on the Island yet. Will we ever get one? And would it be a good, or bad thing for P.E.I.? Debating upgrading to that executive membership? We're finding out why Costco, and big box warehouse stores like it, haven't set up shop here on the Island yet. Will we ever get one? And would it be a good, or bad thing for P.E.I.? Wed, 31 Jan 2024 00:10:00 EST 00:19:00 No https://chrt.fm/track/52291/cbc.mc.tritondigital.com/CBC_PEIPULSE_P/media/peipulse/peipulse-at0eWe9A-20240131.mp3 full peipulse-555e53a7-f5ec-498d-9025-13e95945ecf9 How do you get a family doctor? How do you get a family doctor? Are you struggling to get a family doctor? Youre not alone. There are 36,000 Islanders on the waitlist. So, whats the problem, and what can we do to land a spot in a practice? We get advice from a family doctor and find out what's really going on with the registry. Are you struggling to get a family doctor? Youre not alone. There are 36,000 Islanders on the waitlist. So, whats the problem, and what can we do to land a spot in a practice? We get advice from a family doctor and find out what's really going on with the registry. Are you struggling to get a family doctor? Youre not alone. There are 36,000 Islanders on the waitlist. So, whats the problem, and what can we do to land a spot in a practice? We get advice from a family doctor and find out what's really going on with the registry. Tue, 23 Jan 2024 00:10:00 EST 00:18:06 No https://chrt.fm/track/52291/cbc.mc.tritondigital.com/CBC_PEIPULSE_P/media/peipulse/peipulse-gjGx0xsd-20240123.mp3 full peipulse-a6222d5e-b9b5-4c5e-a083-48791ae43848 Introducing: Good Question, P.E.I. Introducing: Good Question, P.E.I. Whether youve been an Islander for six months or sixty years - you'll know there's just something special about this quirky little place. In our new podcast, we're answering your questions on this giant sandbar we call home. It can be about anything - big or small, serious or silly. We'll use our sources, the archives and hit the streets to find the answers. Whether youve been an Islander for six months or sixty years - you'll know there's just something special about this quirky little place. In our new podcast, we're answering your questions on this giant sandbar we call home. It can be about anything - big or small, serious or silly. We'll use our sources, the archives and hit the streets to find the answers. Whether youve been an Islander for six months or sixty years - you'll know there's just something special about this quirky little place. In our new podcast, we're answering your questions on this giant sandbar we call home. It can be about anything - big or small, serious or silly. We'll use our sources, the archives and hit the streets to find the answers. Wed, 17 Jan 2024 00:10:00 EST 00:02:07 No https://chrt.fm/track/52291/cbc.mc.tritondigital.com/CBC_PEIPULSE_P/media/peipulse/peipulse-i8E3eqNX-20240117.mp3 trailer