| Genre | Phone-in |
|---|---|
| Country of origin | Canada |
| Language(s) | English |
| Syndicates | CBC Radio |
| Hosted by | Ian Hanomansing |
| Original release | May 16, 1965 – present |
| Website | Cross Country Checkup |
Cross Country Checkup is a Canada-wide open-line phone-in talk radio show that airs Sunday afternoons on CBC Radio One. Beginning in 2021, the first hour of the program has also been simulcast on television on CBC News Network.
The program has been hosted by Ian Hanomansing since September 2020; he was initially announced as an interim host for the 2020–21 season while previous host Duncan McCue was on an eight-month sabbatical,[1] although his time with the program continued into 2022 before he was announced as the permanent host in June of that year.[2]
Every week, the show features a lively discussion on an issue of national interest or importance and invites listeners to call in with their opinions and thoughts. The topics are usually related to Canadian politics. In addition to the host, the show has commentators who are experts or involved in the issue. They are interviewed by the host and answer questions from callers.