Here is another special "As It Happened" podcast, where we review the surprising and fascinating conversations from the month that was, and dust off a few gems from our archives. In this January edition, we're highlighting people who went 'above and beyond,' including conversations with a Welsh man talking about an especially tidy mouse and a woman who drove three hours to take centre stage.

Bonus episode: As It Happened "The January Edition"

Hosts Nil Köksal and Chris Howden take you on a trip around the world with CBC Radio's As It Happens. Hear from the people at the centre of the stories of the day — from the urgent to the utterly strange.

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Newfoundland and Labrador unknown soldier, Adopted oil well, Ontario alcohol sales, Colorado funeral regulations, $10/day childcare struggles, Enterprise no insurance, and more.

May 24: Coming back from away

Grassy Narrows, Ticketmaster suit, Autocorrect names, Euclid photos, New Haven pizza, Beetle bat tricks, and more.

May 23: Something else in the water

U.K. election setup, Iowa tornado, Dune suit, South Korea banned song, Fox attacks goose, U.K. infected blood, Brazil flooding follow, and more.

May 22: A cloud that may not have a silver lining

Scottish survivor questioning, Red Lobster bankcruptcy, Only NL grad, Congo coup attempt, Cockroach evolution, Fort Nelson drones, Greek migrants decision, and more.

May 21: The trial within the trial

ICC warrants, New York City/Dublin portal, Evil laugh competition, Iran crash analyst, Gathering of Kyles and more

Bonus episode: As It Happened "The January Edition"

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