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Episode 1: A Moment of Silence

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Episode 1: A Moment of Silence

Boys Like Me

2021/11/22
Boys Like Me

Boys Like Me

2021/11/22
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Hours after a deadly van attack in Toronto, the media starts hunting for clues. One of those clues leads to a surprise phone call and a shocking discovery. For transcripts of this series, please visit: https://www.cbc.ca/radio/podcastnews/boys-like-me-tra...

Highlights

In the aftermath of a senseless act of violence, personal stories emerge that challenge our understanding of connection, isolation, and responsibility. This podcast doesn't just recount the events of a tragic day—it peels back the layers of human experience surrounding it, revealing how lives on the margins intersect in unexpected ways.
10:15
Tiffany performed CPR on victims while most bystanders did not help
16:44
Evan had trouble believing Alek could be involved in the attack because they were in the same special-needs class.
23:34
Kathy Riddell shares her long and painful recovery process after the attack
27:02
Evan felt guilt for not responding to Alec's messages, thinking he might have helped.
30:20
Evan saw Minassian's incel post before the attack.

Chapters

What happens when a quiet classmate becomes a killer?
00:00
Who steps up when chaos strikes on a regular city street?
13:23
How do you mourn strangers while facing your own past?
19:41
Could a simple message have changed everything?
27:02
When does shared pain turn into justification for violence?
30:20

Transcript

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