Cost of Living

by CBC

Money talks. We translate. Every Friday, Paul Haavardsrud looks at the way money shapes our lives in ways big, small, obvious, and unseen. From Big Macs to Big Banks, the Cost of Living connects the dots between the economy and everyday life.

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Does the economy really matter to Alberta separatists?

Most economists say Alberta is in for hard times if it splits from Canada. But dire predictions don't seem to faze true believers. So, how much influe...

26m

•Sep 11, 2026

Why do we board planes front to back?

It's our Labour Day Q & A show! We're tackling some questions you posed — like, why are vitamin bottles so big when the contents are so small? Is it s...

27m

•Sep 4, 2026

We can't stop talkin' tariffs. But do Americans care?

Canadians have to pay attention to the trade war — the majority of our exports go to the U.S. But what do Americans in the heart of the U.S. auto sect...

27m

•Aug 28, 2026

After the trade deal collapse, what now?

At the last minute, trade negotiations between Canada and the U.S. have fallen apart. Now, with 50 per cent tariffs on some Canadian exports, Prime Mi...

27m

•Aug 21, 2026

Ryan from The O.C.'s campaign against crypto

Actor Ben McKenzie is best known for his role in The O.C. as the bad boy heartthrob. But the role he's most passionate about is in real life, fighting...

27m

•Aug 21, 2026

Why the siren call of the ice cream truck is hard to resist

Craving a popsicle? Boxes of 'em are available at the grocery store. So why do we run for the ice cream truck like it's our last chance for frozen ref...

27m

•Aug 14, 2026