S14: "Boys Like Me" E3: Boys Will Be Boys

S14: "Boys Like Me" E3: Boys Will Be Boys

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S14: "Boys Like Me" E2: A Supreme Gentleman

Evan and Alek are in the same special-needs program in high school, where they’re both bullied and ostracized. But while Evan tries to break out of his shell, Alek retreats further into himself and finds solace in some of the most disturbing corners of the internet. For transcrip ...  Show more

S14: "Boys Like Me" E1: A Moment of Silence

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-transcripts-listen-1.6732152 

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