Episodios

  • Under the microscope 🔬- Honda posts historic annual loss, Manitoba mulls ban on paying for plasma.

    Under the microscope 🔬- Honda posts historic annual loss, Manitoba mulls ban on paying for plasma.
    Mar 13 2026
    In today's episode, we examine Honda's historic annual loss as the automaker faces billions in costs from its EV retreat, and explore Manitoba's consideration of banning paid plasma collection following two donor deaths at Grifols facilities. We also cover the global oil supply crisis as Iran continues blocking the Strait of Hormuz, Ottawa's revised crime bill on telecom data access, and Uber's launch of its premium Elite service. The Peak Daily is produced in partnership with reframevid.com
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    8 m
  • Let the oil flow 🛢️ - : Iran war sparks historic oil reserve release, Luxury hoodies come to Costco.

    Let the oil flow 🛢️ - : Iran war sparks historic oil reserve release, Luxury hoodies come to Costco.
    Mar 12 2026
    In today's episode, we explore the IEA's historic release of 400 million barrels of oil from strategic reserves as the Iran conflict disrupts global supply chains, plus Costco Canada's surprising drop of heavily discounted Off-White luxury hoodies that sold out instantly. We also cover Canada's meaningful housing supply gains in 2025, new banking fee limits saving Canadians millions, and MDA Space's upcoming NYSE IPO. Additional highlights include Tesla and xAI's "Macrohard" collaboration tool, McDonald's new budget meal deals, and OpenAI's plans to integrate Sora into ChatGPT. The Peak Daily is produced in partnership with reframevid.com
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    9 m
  • Big old jet airliner 🛩️- OpenAI faces civil suit over Tumbler Ridge, Drama at Toronto’s island airport

    Big old jet airliner 🛩️- OpenAI faces civil suit over Tumbler Ridge, Drama at Toronto’s island airport
    Mar 11 2026
    In today's episode, we explore how AI companies are facing mounting legal pressure following tragic incidents linked to their chatbots. The family of a Tumbler Ridge shooting victim has filed a lawsuit against OpenAI, alleging the company failed to report the shooter's violent ChatGPT conversations to authorities despite internal warnings. We also cover Ontario Premier Doug Ford's plan to take control of Toronto's Billy Bishop airport to push through a controversial expansion that would allow jet landings. Plus, the latest on the Iran conflict, TikTok's return to Canada after agreeing to new privacy concessions, and the shooting at the U.S. consulate in Toronto being investigated as a potential national security incident. The Peak Daily is produced in partnership with reframevid.com
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    10 m
  • Cafe hog ☕- The Yukon is luring miners, Are remote workers ruining cafes?

    Cafe hog ☕- The Yukon is luring miners, Are remote workers ruining cafes?
    Mar 10 2026
    In today's episode, we explore how remote workers are transforming Canada's cafe culture—and not always for the better. Coffee shops are grappling with laptop-toting customers who camp out all day on a single purchase, forcing owners to get creative with policies like purchase-per-hour requirements and designated work zones. Then, we head north to the Yukon, where the government is streamlining mining regulations to attract investment in critical minerals like tungsten—a move that could give Canada leverage in upcoming trade negotiations with the U.S. Plus Trump declares the Iran conflict nearly over, Canada commits nearly $1 billion to domestic defence innovation, and Live Nation settles its antitrust case with major concessions. The Peak Daily is produced in partnership with reframevid.com
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  • Sobering up 🍺- Canadians aren’t drinking, Oil prices set to hit $100 a barrel

    Sobering up 🍺- Canadians aren’t drinking, Oil prices set to hit $100 a barrel
    Mar 9 2026
    In today's episode, we explore how Canadians are cutting back on alcohol consumption amid rising costs and wellness trends—and what that means for restaurants that depend on booze sales. We also break down why gas prices are surging as oil nears $100 a barrel, driven by Middle East tensions and supply disruptions. Plus Prime Minister Carney calls crucial byelections that could secure a Liberal majority, Iran prepares to name a new Supreme Leader as the war escalates, and OpenAI's robotics chief resigns over the company's Pentagon deal. The Peak Daily is produced in partnership with reframevid.com
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    8 m
  • Legal eagles 🦅- Canadian legaltech gets some spending cash, AI medical assistant makes a mess.

    Legal eagles 🦅- Canadian legaltech gets some spending cash, AI medical assistant makes a mess.
    Mar 5 2026
    In today's episode, we explore how Canadian AI legaltech company Spellbook secured a $54.7 million line of credit from RBC to fuel an acquisition spree, positioning itself as a leader in Canada's thriving legaltech sector. Then, we examine troubling failures in AI-powered healthcare systems, including a Utah prescription tool that was easily manipulated into dangerous recommendations. Plus,OpenAI's upcoming "extreme reasoning" mode, a historic Canada-Australia pension investment deal, Ottawa's AI-powered immigrant settlement tool, and more updates from the world of business and tech. The Peak Daily is produced in partnership with reframevid.com
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    11 m
  • Putting down Roots 🍃- Roots explores a possible sale, Auctions for dinosaur bones are heating up.

    Putting down Roots 🍃- Roots explores a possible sale, Auctions for dinosaur bones are heating up.
    Mar 4 2026
    In today's Peak Daily, we explore Roots' strategic review as the iconic Canadian brand considers a potential sale amid challenging retail conditions. Then, we dive into the booming market for dinosaur fossils, where billionaires are paying millions for prehistoric treasures. Plus, Canada's new critical minerals funding, Middle East evacuation plans, Wealthsimple's SWIFT entrance, and more. The Peak Daily is produced in partnership with reframevid.com
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    11 m
  • When the chips are down 🎰- Ontario sees surge in gambling problems, AI is giving accountants headaches

    When the chips are down 🎰- Ontario sees surge in gambling problems, AI is giving accountants headaches
    Mar 3 2026
    In today's episode, we explore Ontario's gambling problem as calls to mental health hotlines surge 300% among young men since online gambling was legalized in 2022. We also dive into how AI-generated tax errors are creating extra work for Canadian accountants during tax season. Plus: Prime Minister Carney signs a major deal with India, Trump doubles down on Iran strikes, BC ends daylight savings time permanently, and more. The Peak Daily is produced in partnership with reframevid.com
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    10 m