Your World Tonight (CBC) – October 31, 2025

World Series Game Six, Trump on Canada Talks, Ozempic for Addiction, and More

Episode Overview

On this special Halloween edition, hosts Dave Seglins and team capture the electricity around the Toronto Blue Jays' shot at World Series history, examine renewed friction and fleeting opportunities in Canada-U.S. trade relations, break news on a China-Canada diplomatic thaw, and dive into the science (and hype) around Ozempic’s potential in combatting addiction. The episode is rounded out with cautious advice on IV wellness therapies and a look at how Canadians are juggling baseball and trick-or-treating in a memorable cultural clash.

Key Segments and Discussion Points

1. Toronto Blue Jays on the Brink of World Series Glory

(Segment starts: 00:58; In-depth at 02:24, 05:40, 08:46)

• Setting the Scene:
  Canadians are galvanized as the Jays lead the World Series 3-2 against the LA Dodgers, with Game 6 in Toronto on Halloween night, a moment of national excitement unseen in decades.

• Fan Enthusiasm Nationwide:
  Fans describe traveling cross-country to Toronto, anticipation at Rogers Centre is “off the charts” (Jamie Strachan, 02:24).
  Notable quote (03:14, various fans):

  • “I'm going to scream my guts out. I am going to lose my voice when we win, it’s going to be epic... three years waiting. So go Blue Jays.”

• Game 6 Storylines:

  • Pitching rematch: Dodgers’ Yoshinobu Yamamoto (dominant in postseason) vs. Jays ace Kevin Gausman.
  • George Springer, key player struggling with injury, is back in the lineup.
  • Home field advantage: The Rogers Centre is “one of the most difficult places in baseball to play.” (Jamie Strachan, 05:18).

• Historic Weight:

  • Reference to previous Jays championships in 1992 and 1993—echoes of potentially repeating history.
  • Outfielder Rob Butler, winner with ’93 Jays, highlights Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s standout impact:
    “He is unbelievable, breaking records, playing the game like he's playing in his school year.” (Rob Butler via reporter, 07:43)

• Jays Fever in Remote Canada:

  • Bars in Iqaluit packed, Halloween canceled in parts of the Arctic for the game.
  • Memorable moment (06:06):
    • “We actually canceled Halloween and said, we're going all in for baseball.”

2. Canada-U.S. Trade Tensions & Trump’s “Tariff Tantrum”

(Segment starts: 09:40)

• Tariffs Imposed:

  • 25% U.S. tariff will hit Canadian medium and heavy-duty trucks; trade stalemate remains as President Trump refuses to re-engage after an Ontario-funded anti-tariff ad aired in the U.S.

• Trump’s Grievances:
  Notable quote (10:05, Trump speaking to reporters):

  • “You know what they did was wrong... He [PM Carney] apologized for what they did with the commercial because it was a false commercial... Ronald Reagan loved tariffs.”

• Ontario’s Response:

  • Premier Doug Ford stands by the ad, warning tariffs jeopardize the crucial Canada-U.S. partnership (Tom Perry, 11:14).

• White House Says Canadians “Rude and Dismissive”:

  • Trump’s Economic Council director Kevin Hassett:
    “He’s tried to negotiate with the Canadians... and they've been frankly rude and dismissive.” (11:29)

• Canada Still Hopes for Dialogue:

  • Prime Minister Mark Carney signals Canada’s readiness to return to talks “whenever the U.S. is ready.” (Tom Perry, 12:15)

3. Diplomatic Thaw: Canada and China Reconnect

(Segment starts: 12:38, Interview at 13:05)

• Historic Meeting:

  • PM Mark Carney and President Xi Jinping hold first Canada-China leader talks since 2017 at APEC summit in South Korea.

• Aiming for Reset:

  • Carney views this as a “door opener” for dialogue—no breakthroughs yet, but signal of normalization.

• Economic Stakes:

  • Trade disputes persist (canola, EV tariffs), and both sides commit to resolving “irritants.”
  • Ongoing issues: Tourism, foreign interference, diaspora concerns.

• Expert Perspectives:

  • Jeff Nankibel (Asia Pacific Foundation): U.S.-Canada friction creates “timing” for this reset—previously politically difficult.
  • Goldie Heider (Business Council of Canada):
    “We're never going to be the best of friends. We are going to compete, but... we're going to look out for ourselves as well.” (15:21)

• Next Steps:

  • Carney invited for a state visit and further talks in China (15:33).

4. Gaza Ceasefire Challenges and Devastation

(Segment starts: 15:43)

• On the Ground in Gaza:

  • CBC’s Kristo Gamansing reports from a rare press embed with Israeli forces, touring monumental destruction in Sejaya, Gaza City.
  • UN: Over 80% of Gaza structures damaged/destroyed (“hell on earth”).

• War’s Toll Amid Fragile Truce:

  • Despite truce, IDF reprisal strikes continue after Israeli soldier’s death.
  • Individual stories of loss and survival—searching for loved ones in rubble.

• IDF’s Stance:

  • Lt. Col. Navda Shoshani:
    “Before we can speak about the rehabilitation... Hamas needs to return all the hostages.” (18:09)

5. Ozempic and the Science of Anti-Desire Drugs

(Segment starts: 19:36; First mention 09:05, in-depth at 20:24)

• Unexpected Effects:

  • GLP-1 drugs (like Ozempic) not only suppress appetite for food but appear to blunt interest in alcohol, cigarettes, opioids.

• Real Stories:

  • Mike McCluskey (Nova Scotia):
    “I was known as a heavy drinker. On Ozempic... No, there's no desire. That's just it. It just doesn't even enter my mind.” (20:45)

• Science Cautions:

  • Mechanism: May blunt pleasure-inducing dopamine surges (James McKillip, McMaster).
  • Early studies show reductions in heavy drinking days; researchers call for much larger, longer-term studies (Christian Hendershot, 21:47).

• Potential and Limits:

  • Providers urge evidence before touting as addiction treatment (Dr. Sanjeev Sokalingam, Centre for Addiction and Mental Health):
    “I think we have some good signals and we definitely need greater treatments… but I really would encourage us to make sure that we have the evidence base for this.” (22:18)

• Downside Risks:

  • Drugs might dull all desire—including for healthy pursuits (21:29).
  • Addiction recovery relies on finding pleasure in non-destructive activities (22:43).

6. IV Wellness Clinics: Booming Industry, Big Gaps

(Segment starts: 22:59)

• Popularity vs. Oversight:

  • Clinics proliferating, promising energy, hangover cures, and hormone balance—often with minimal regulation.

• Health Risks:

  • Cross-contamination, infections, adverse reactions if not properly managed (Dr. Joseph Ross, Yale School of Medicine, 23:34).

• Regulatory Patchwork:

  • Stricter oversight in some provinces (Ontario College of Naturopaths); others lag, leaving gaps for risky practices.

• Skepticism on Benefits:

  • Leading health experts warn most claims are unproven; “red flag” for consumers (Timothy Caulfield, 25:20).

• Medical Advice:

  • Doctors recommend: Don’t use unless medically necessary and prescribed (Sarah Marshall, 25:39).

7. Blue Jays vs. Halloween: The Great Canadian Dilemma

(Fun wrap, 25:50 onward)

• Cultural Collision:

  • Game 6 coincides with peak trick-or-treating hours, dividing families—do you watch baseball or go out for candy?

• Social Media Humor:

  • PSAs: “The candy’s on the porch, we’re all watching baseball.” (25:51)
  • Parents and kids conflicted:
    “My son is definitely conflicted because he wants a bag of candy, but he also wants to watch the baseball game.” (26:56)

• Memorable Quote (27:27, various fans):

  • “We don’t want to be here. We didn’t ask for this.”—on parents missing the game for trick-or-treating.

Notable Quotes & Moments With Timestamps

• “People have been lining up since about noon... it’s not just people from Toronto, you’re talking to people from all across the country... It’s really the perfect setting tonight in Toronto.” — Jamie Strachan (02:24)
• “I think it’s an unbelievable likelihood because the Blue Jays have Vladimir Guerrero. He is unbelievable, breaking records...” — Rob Butler (07:43)
• “You know what they did was wrong... He [Carney] apologized for what they did with the commercial because it was a false commercial.” — President Trump (10:05)
• “We now have a turning point in the relationship that creates opportunities for Canadian families...” — Jamie Strachan, summarizing PM Carney (13:30)
• “Hamas has brought devastation on Israel and on Gaza.” — IDF Spokesperson, Lt. Col. Navda Shoshani (17:21)
• “No, there’s no desire. That’s just it. It just doesn’t even enter my mind.” — Mike McCluskey, on Ozempic (20:45)
• “In a lot of ways, these drugs are still unproven, and the hype is outpacing the evidence.” — James McKillip, researcher (21:11)
• “In fact, I think that these products should be viewed as a major red flag.” — Timothy Caulfield, on IV wellness clinics (25:34)
• “My son is definitely conflicted because he wants a bag of candy, but he also wants to watch the baseball game.” — Parent (26:56)
• "We don't want to be here. We didn't ask for this." — Canadian parents trick-or-treating instead of watching Blue Jays (27:27)

Segment Timestamps

• Opening & Blue Jays National Mood: 00:58 – 08:46
• U.S.-Canada Trade & Trump Reactions: 09:40 – 12:38
• Canada-China Diplomatic Reset: 12:38 – 15:43
• Gaza War, Truce Update: 15:43 – 19:36
• Ozempic for Addiction Research: 19:36 – 22:59
• IV Clinic Risks & Trends: 22:59 – 25:50
• Blue Jays vs. Halloween Dilemma: 25:50 – End

Episode Tone and Takeaways

“Your World Tonight” mixes spirited Canadian pride, analytical reporting, and candid, sometimes humorous dispatches from across the country and globe. The mood follows the day’s pulse—from euphoric sports anticipation to sobering policy realities and forward-looking medical debates—painting a multifaceted, deeply relevant portrait for listeners who want both context and character in their news.