The Current from CBC Radio (Highlights)

From whether U.S. President Donald Trump has tacitly given Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu a freer hand with some of his more controversial policies; to a Canadian competitive ultrarunner who won't stop pushing herself — even in conflict zones; to Hungary's move to enact “Soros Law,” in reaction to the political influence of George Soros ... This is The Current.

The dismissal and judgment of romance novels seem a common trope for literary types. But romance authors argue some criticism is rife with sexism and the genre, and readers, deserve a lot more respect.

The authors of a new book say we need to learn how complexity causes failure in all kinds of modern systems — from social media to air travel — so we can prevent meltdowns in society, and our daily lives.

From what Canada should do about people who return from fighting for ISIS; to the literary merits of romance fiction; to why systems fail, and what we can do about it ... This is The Current.

This week's passionate pride over Canada's swagger by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau in Question Period got The Current questioning the merit of this trait with the country's identity.

Former FBI director James Comey says the destruction of Donald Trump's presidency will be followed by a period of new growth. He wants the conversation of what that looks like to start now.

From a wide-ranging interview with the former FBI director James Comey on Donald Trump's presidency, Hillary Clinton's emails, the future of democracy in America, and even his favourite music; to whether Canada needs more swagger ... This is The Current.

Forget women leaning in, prominent U.K. businessperson Helena Morrissey says it's time to reform the system and work towards a workforce that is truly inclusive for all - men and women of underrepresented groups.

Some scientists believe solar geoengineering could be a key tool in combating climate change, but the risks are unclear, and there are concerns that it could become a political tool to argue against cutting carbon emissions.

The nomination of Gina Haspel as Director of the CIA is creating controversy over her involvement running the agency's torture and waterboarding program. Should this disqualify her for a promotion?

From whether Gina Haspel's past involvement with the CIA's torture program should disqualify her from running the agency; to the debate over fighting climate change with solar geoengineering; to scrapping the "lean in" approach and focusing on rebuilding a more inclusive workforce ... This is The Current.

As NDP MP Christine Moore faces allegations of inappropriate behaviour towards an Afghanistan veteran, we look at support available to male survivors of sexual assault in the age of #MeToo.

Writer Terese Marie Mailhot lived a traumatic childhood. But when she ran away from home she realized as an Indigenous woman she couldn't escape the labels placed upon her.

Reaction to Donald Trump's decision to pull out of the Iran deal has been swift — and mixed. While some experts argue there is now a risk of Iran restarting its nuclear program, others say the move gives the U.S. a strong negotiating position.

From the implications of President Donald Trump pulling out of the Iran nuclear deal and if it can survive without the U.S.; to male survivors of sexual violence during the age of the #MeToo movement; to Indigenous writer Terese Marie Mailhout on her poetic memoir and life's path ... This is The Current.