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The Shift with Shane Hewitt

English, Talk, 2 seasons, 1051 episodes, 1 day, 7 hours, 12 minutes
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The Shift is your late-night radio destination for lively conversation. A fresh perspective on the headlines that have Canadians talking. The Shift is about your calls and your stories – custom-made for radio listeners across Canada.
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A dose of heartwarming calls from across Canada

We get a dose of calls from across Canada with heartwarming stories for Good News Tuesday A group of BC truckers are on the quotes to build electric big rigs. Chace Barber, CEO and founder of Edison Motors joins us to share the story of their EV trucks. We learn how they work, the challenges of building them, and if there is a place for EV trucks on the road. RUOK with Pigs? How about Subway? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
11/29/202357 minutes, 57 seconds
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Turning loneliness into a journey of self-discovery

The holidays can be the loneliest time of year, but that's okay. Registered Psychologist and Director of the Vancouver Anxiety Centre, Dr. Christine Korol tells us how to confront loneliness and gives us strategies for turning loneliness into a journey of self-discovery and growth. Meta is under fire after allegedly trying to get children to use their platform. Mike Yawney, filling in for Handy Andy, sheds light on that and why some companies are trying to bring old gaming consoles back to life. RUOK with It's A Small World? How about Squid Game? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
11/28/20231 hour, 10 minutes, 21 seconds
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Eating five pounds of potato salad outside a graveyard

RUOK with potato salad? Riley Merry has become a Canadian icon after attempting to eat five pounds of potato salad outside of a graveyard, in front of police. He tells us the story in a very special edition of RUOK. Having a bad password is one thing, but can you have a bad username? Hank the Hacker tells us how to make a safe username. Hank also tells us how a Calgary woman was scammed out of hundreds after a stranger used a card-reading device.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
11/27/202339 minutes, 32 seconds
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How to avoid buying bad quality Christmas gifts

Will going with the cheaper option come back to bite you this Christmas? Adam Sondergard, with Linus Tech Tips, tells us how to avoid buying bad quality gifts this Christmas and gives us a dose of helpful tech tips to make your life so much easier. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
11/27/202325 minutes, 26 seconds
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RUOK with Hall & Oates?

RUOK with Hall & Oates? How about turkey? Why is it so easy to fall for misinformation online? Social media expert Jesse Miller tells us how misinformation spreads online, how to spot it, and how to avoid it. David Ian Grey, retail and marketing expert, tells us if Black Friday deals are worth it for business and customers and if Boxing Day might be the better option for finding deals! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
11/24/202359 minutes, 5 seconds
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What the hell should I watch this weekend? - November 23

Steve Stebbing reviews Ridley Scott's new movie Napoleon and more on What the Hell Should I Watch This Weekend! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
11/24/202313 minutes, 34 seconds
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Have you set up your Christmas Tree yet?

Have you set up your Christmas Tree yet? We can help you with the Christmas Tree edition of Gameshowey Trivia! Test your knowledge and hear some of our own tree traditions. What's special about your Christmas tree? Shiftheads share their stories with calls and texts. Jonathan Berkshire Miller, Director of Foreign Affairs and National Security at the Macdonald-Laurier Institute, helps us understand the current state of the world with a focus on China, Gaza, and the war in Ukraine. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
11/23/20231 hour, 14 minutes, 14 seconds
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Technological World with Blaine Kyllo - November 22

Blaine Kyllo breaks down the best and worst Black Friday deals of 2023 on the Technological World. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
11/23/202313 minutes, 13 seconds
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How Lahaina is healing after the fires

It has been 100 days since wildfires devastated Lahaina, Hawaii. Jonny Varona, one of the firefighters who battled the blaze, gives us an update on what was lost and how his community is healing. RUOK with Toonies? How about air freshener? Are we living in the Matrix? Probably not. On the World of Weird Things, Greg Fish tells us why scientists can’t find any evidence that we're all just living in an alien’s computer. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
11/22/202357 minutes, 14 seconds
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How to hit the reset button on your life

How do you start over? Annalisa Enrile, Professor of Social Work at the USC Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work, tells us how to hit the reset button on your career, mentality, and direction in life. Would you throw out your phone if you could use one without a screen? Mike Yawney looks at a new piece of AI-driven technology that could be the future of phones. RUOK with EV batteries? How about scratch tickets? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
11/21/20231 hour, 7 minutes, 29 seconds
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Canadians are terrible at creating passwords

Canadians are terrible at passwords. Hank the Hacker tells us how to make a good password, what makes a bad one, and just how easy it is for hackers to crack bad codes. RUOK with cargo? How about bad tattoos? Dr. Chris Fogarty with the Canadian Hurricane Centre looks back at the 2023 hurricane season and how to be weather-aware when you travel. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
11/20/20231 hour, 4 minutes, 37 seconds
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Diving 100 feet underwater for the deepest portrait photo

Canadian photographer Steve Haining dove over 100 feet underwater to take the deepest portrait photo ever. He tells us how he did it and why the record was so difficult to break. What is the one luxury you can’t live without? Shiftheads call and text in! RUOK with marathons? How about the Grammys? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
11/17/202355 minutes, 52 seconds
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What the hell should I watch this weekend? - November 16

Steve Stebbing reviews the return of The Hunger Games franchise and more on What The Hell Should We Watch This Weekend. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
11/17/202315 minutes, 32 seconds
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Does Pineapple belong on Pizza?

Does Pineapple belong on Pizza? Find out as we play the Pizza edition of Gameshowey Trivia! Test your knowledge of Canadian pizza recipes, topping trends, and more. RUOK with Pizza? Why is it so expensive to fly in Canada? Dave Frank, executive director of the BC Aviation Council, tells us what's driving domestic flights up in price, how they can come down, and why flying is out of reach for so many Canadians. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
11/16/202357 minutes, 48 seconds
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Technological World with Blaine Kyllo - November 15

Blaine Kyllo details the OLED Steam Deck and more on The Technological World. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
11/16/202314 minutes, 19 seconds
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Letting go of procrastination can be easier

Procrastinating is easy, but letting go of it can be even easier. Michael Losier, author of The Law of Attraction, gives us his tips on how to deal with procrastination and finding positivity by addressing negativity. RUOK with Christmas Lights? A giant space rock killed the Dinosaurs, right? On the World of Weird Things, Greg Fish tells us why there is a great debate over the extinction event that killed the dinosaurs. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
11/15/20231 hour, 9 minutes, 19 seconds
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Is the hype on the sphere worth it?

Brittlestar AKA the worlds favourite online dad joins the Shift to discuss everything from the new movie "anything to be famous" to what it means to be internet an internet star. There's been a lot of talk about the new Sphere in Las Vegas, but does the venue live up to the hype? Mike Yawney has the inside details. And RUOK with butterflies, designer dresses and blue bananas?
11/14/202356 minutes, 54 seconds
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A look back at Canada's part in history

Ahead of Remembrance day, historian Andrew Burtch at the Canadian War Museum joins the Shift with a look back at Canada's part in key historical events,, Steve Stebbing has the low down on what to watch this weekend, from new releases such as The Marvels and the Holdovers to classics like Scrooged in 4K and RUOK Taylor Swift, doughnuts and a million-dollar purse
11/10/20231 hour, 11 minutes, 19 seconds
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What The Hell Should I Watch This Weekend with Steve Stebbing - Nov 10

Steve Stebbing has the low down on what to watch this weekend, from new releases such as The Marvels and the Holdovers to classics like Scrooged in 4K.
11/10/202313 minutes, 9 seconds
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Sharing the stories of some Canadian war heroes

Craig Baird, historian and host of the Canadian History Ehx podcast, joins us to share the stories of some Canadian war heroes. We learn more about Indigenous veteran Tommy Prince and other fascinating Canadians who have served our country. It's Ryan's birthday month, so we play a round of Gameshowey Trivia, all themed after our favourite millennial! RUOK with Facebook Marketplace? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
11/9/20231 hour, 13 minutes, 27 seconds
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Technological World with Blaine Kyllo - November 8

Blaine Kyllo reviews the new Super Mario game and more on The Technological World HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
11/9/202313 minutes, 50 seconds
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A custody battle of sheer determination over a sheep

RUOK with sheep? How about Paul? Psychologist, best-selling author, and public speaker Dr. Jody Carrington tells us why it's okay to not be okay. She explains why accepting tough times can help change our mentality. Is your brain a quantum computer? On The World of Weird Things, Greg Fish helps us understand how computer-like science happens in our brains and other examples of quantum science in mother nature. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
11/8/20231 hour, 9 minutes, 5 seconds
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Is tipping for your food getting out of hand?

Doordash is now giving customers a warning their food might not arrive if they don't tip! Shiftheads call and text with their thoughts on tipping and if it's getting out of hand Canadian Author Adam Shoalts canoed from his home in Southern Ontario to the Arctic, all so he could track the migration of Birds. He tells us why he went on the adventure, what Canada's Arctic looks like, and what you can expect to learn from his new book, "Where the Falcon Flies." Iconic Canadian rock band Econoline Crush is back, and frontman Trevor Hurst joins us! He tells us how he went from working as a nurse back to rock and roll and why there is so much going on behind rock songs. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
11/7/20231 hour, 8 minutes, 49 seconds
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Dealing with the hacking group Anonymous

The mysterious hacker group Anonymous wears guy Fawkes masks and claims to be working for the greater good, but are they? Hank the Hacker tells us about his experiences dealing with the group, what they want and why they love the masks. RUOK with Hat-Tricks? What about Christmas music lawsuits? On The Millennial On The Radio, Ryan rips his generation a new one for ruining bagels. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
11/6/202353 minutes, 12 seconds
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How propaganda works and how to spot it

Propaganda is everywhere, but can we spot it? Tim Blackmore is a professor at Western University, and he studies propaganda. He tells us how propaganda works, how it’s changing, and what he thinks is the most dangerous kind of propaganda. For the first time ever, a meme has created a multi-million-dollar movie. On The Millennial On The Radio, Ryan looks at how Five Nights at Freddy's went from an indie game to a multi-million-dollar franchise, all because one creator shared his work. Plus, Daryl calls in with some words of encouragement for anyone looking to share their passions. RUOK with the carbon tax? What about spiders? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
11/3/20231 hour, 6 minutes, 30 seconds
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What the hell should I watch this weekend? - November 2

Steve Stebbing reviews Priscilla, Nyad, and more on What the Hell Should We Watch This Weekend. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
11/3/202313 minutes, 48 seconds
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Why are Canadians in love with Big Brother Canada?

Big Brother Canada is a hugely popular reality TV show, but have you ever wondered what happens behind the scenes? Arisa Cox, host of Big Brother Canada, tells us why Canadians love the show after a decade of being on the air and how you can audition to get on the latest season! Are you in the mood for some drama and obstacle courses? We play a reality TV-themed round of Gameshowey Trivia!  RUOK with floating? How about an update on Halloween candy panic? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
11/2/202358 minutes, 15 seconds
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Technological World with Blaine Kyllo - November 1st

Blaine Kyllo brings us his review of Alan Wake 2 and more on the Technological World! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
11/2/202313 minutes, 16 seconds
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Taking the world by storm using an old-school sound

Icelandic singer-songwriter Laufey has taken the world by storm by using an old-school sound in the modern age. She tells us about her inspirations, her love for jazz, and why today's audiences crave such an old-school sound RUOK with Halloween Candy stories that will make you question eating candy? Ryan's horror movie marathon concludes with a review of The Babadook. A film that he believes to be the scariest ever made.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
11/1/202353 minutes, 21 seconds
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Understanding the government's changes to the Carbon Tax

The federal government is changing the carbon tax for a select few. Dan McTeague, former Member of Parliament and current president of Canadians for Affordable Energy, helps us understand the Carbon Tax changes. RUOK with living in your parent's basement? How about banks? Most people go to the mall when they need new clothes. Handy Andy Baryer is not most people. He tells us why he is going to Thailand for some new clothes and how you can refresh your wardrobe with subscription boxes. Ryan's Horror Movie Marathon continues with the so-called scariest horror movie ever made, The Exorcist! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
10/31/20231 hour, 4 minutes, 35 seconds
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An indigenous storyteller's favourite mystical stories

This is a special edition of The Shift with Shane Hewitt Podcast. What do you do when you hear a bump in the night when nobody is around? Isaac Murdoch hears bumps in the night all the time, living alone in northern Ontario. He is an indigenous storyteller, and he shares some of his favourite mystical stories and why he loves to tell them. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
10/31/202350 minutes, 35 seconds
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The most infamous hacks in history

What was the very first computer hack and how did it happen? Hank the Hacker takes us through some of the most infamous hacks in history and how cybersecurity has changed since. On the Millennial on the radio, we pay tribute to Matthew Perry. Plus, Ryan's horror movie marathon continues with a review of Fright Night! RUOK with AI Music? How about bets? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
10/30/202350 minutes, 56 seconds
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Understanding the updated Canada Food Price Index

Ottawa says the price of food is going down, but is that accurate? Dr. Sylvain Charlebois, researcher and professor in food distribution and policy at Dalhousie University, helps us understand the updated Canada Food Price Index. The Shift AV Club reviews Get Out and Monsters Inc! Nutritionist Alyssa B shares her Halloween recipes and tips on how to stay healthy despite the swarm of candy and sugar. RUOK with Florida Men? How about skeletons? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
10/27/20231 hour, 2 minutes, 16 seconds
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Halloween eats with Alyssa B

Nutritionist Alyssa B shares her Halloween recipes and tips on how to stay healthy despite the swarm of candy and sugar. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
10/27/202319 minutes, 2 seconds
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What the hell should I watch this weekend? - October 26

Steve Stebbing brings us his list of Horror movies for horror pros and rookies! That and more on What the Hell Should We Watch This Weekend. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
10/27/202314 minutes, 47 seconds
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The truths, myths and power of the Mafia

Is the Mafia we see on TV and in movies accurate? Professor Antonio Nicaso with Queen's University has written over 40 books on the Mafia. He tells us about the history of the Mafia, what it looks like today, and the power they have.  RUOK with big cats? How about vacations? Gameshowey is dressed up and ready for trick or treating! It’s the Halloween edition of Canada’s favourite radio gameshow.  Ryan’s spooky movie marathon returns with Return of the Living Dead!   HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
10/26/20231 hour, 20 minutes, 5 seconds
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Technological World with Blaine Kyllo - October 25

Blaine Kyllo takes us through this week's new video games and tech on the Technological World. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
10/26/202314 minutes, 49 seconds
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Finding the motivation to take care of our bodies

Bodybuilder and motivational speaker Big Ron Jones tells us how we can find the motivation to take care of our bodies and how to have discipline over our health. RUOK with loud music? How about hunting? Ryan’s spooky movie marathon continues with a review of Child’s Play, a movie he has been too afraid to watch since he was a kid! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
10/25/20231 hour, 3 minutes, 50 seconds
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Understanding the geopolitics of Gaza

Why is there so much fighting over the Gaza Strip? James Gelvin, Professor of Modern Middle East history at the University of California, Los Angeles, helps us understand the geopolitics of Gaza, who has historically lived in the region, and how two types of nationalism lead to conflict.  RUOK with senior dogs? How about the Eiffel Tower? Grammy award-winning Canadian singer-songwriter Alex Cuba is back with new music and an inspiring story about following your dreams.  Ryan is reviewing 5 horror movies ahead of Halloween! First up, A Nightmare on Elm Street: Part 3 HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
10/24/20231 hour, 21 minutes, 1 second
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An interesting look at the history of bootleg music

Canadian music expert Alan Cross takes us through the history of bootleg music and gives us a sneak peek at his new true crime podcast, which will tell the stories of murder, extortion, and other crimes in the music industry. RUOK with Netflix? How about energy drinks? Can computer viruses be hidden in legitimate-looking ads? Hank the Hacker helps us understand Malvertising and other ways hackers will trick you into clicking a malicious link. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
10/23/202356 minutes, 9 seconds
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A discovery of a long-lost shipwreck

A pair of Canadian Documentarians making a movie about invasive mussels accidentally discovered a long-lost shipwreck. Yvonne Drebert and Zach Melnick tell us why they were documenting the invasive species, and how they found the steamship wreck. RUOK with Wheel of Fortune? How about spicy food? It’s Flash Back Friday, and we rewind to 2003, when the first ever Heritage Classic Hockey Game hit the ice! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
10/20/20231 hour, 4 minutes
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What the hell should I watch this weekend? - October 19

Steve Stebbing reviews Martin Scorsese's new movie, Killers of the Flower Moon, and more on What The Hell Should We Watch This Weekend! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
10/20/202314 minutes, 29 seconds
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Why Fast Food brands are so good at marketing to children

Dr. Frances Fleming, Director of Marketing Initiatives at Rudd Center for Food Policy and Health, tells us how Fast Food brands market to us and why they are so good at marketing to children. RUOK with bugs? How about oysters? Ryan has found the best goal song in the history of hockey, and he plays it for us on the Millennial on the Radio. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
10/19/202358 minutes, 17 seconds
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Technological World with Blaine Kyllo - October 18

Spider-Man 2 is here, and Blaine Kyllo got his hands on it early! Hear his review and more on the Technological World. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
10/19/202315 minutes, 56 seconds
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Taking some time to reflect on Good News Tuesday!

It’s Good News Tuesday, and we take some time to reflect and hear from you! Larry Gifford, a Shift Family member, is going in for a potentially life-changing procedure to treat his Parkinsons. He tells us what life is like with Parkinson's and how it could change after the surgery. On the World of Weird Things, Greg Fish tells us the surprising ways narcissists see the world and what we can learn from understanding their way of life. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
10/18/20231 hour, 58 seconds
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How fast-food companies get away with false advertising

Fast food burgers rarely look like but is that false advertising? Harvard Law School Lecturer Louis Tompros tells us how Wendy's and McDonald's defeated a lawsuit that alleged their food did not come as advertised. Plus, he helps us understand how fast-food companies get away with their advertising practices. What is your super-secret fast-food order? Shiftheads send in theirs as we look at the most iconic and bizarre ads in fast food history. RUOK with the drive-thru? How about dress codes? Handy Andy Baryer tells us what our junk drawers say about us! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
10/17/20231 hour, 1 minute, 30 seconds
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A deeper dive into the world of ASMR

Dr. Craig Richard, a professor of biopharmaceutical sciences at Shenandoah University in Virginia and founder of the online learning center ASMR University is back to give us a deep dive into the world of ASMR. This time, we look at how people use calm voices to fall asleep, including Dr. Richard's relaxation podcast, Calm History. Hank the Hacker tells us how hackers are taking advantage of the conflict in Gaza to target charities and civilians. RUOK with drones? How about police chases? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
10/16/20231 hour, 3 minutes, 6 seconds
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The strangest things that happened on Friday the 13th

We look back to some of the strangest things that have happened on Friday the 13th for Flashback Friday Why is Friday the 13th considered to be unlucky? Dr. Phil Stevens, Emeritus Professor of Anthropology at The University of Buffalo, tells us where the idea of Friday the 13th originated and gives us a deep dive into other superstitions. RUOK with Mummies? How about archeology? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
10/13/20231 hour, 2 minutes, 19 seconds
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What the hell should I watch this weekend? - October 12

Steve Stebbing is back with his favourite films from The Vancouver International Film Festival and more on What The Hell Should We Watch This Weekend! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
10/13/202313 minutes, 19 seconds
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Travelling to the most remote place in Canada

What is it like to travel to the most remote place in Canada as an American? Chris Joondeph is a travel content creator who loves off-the-beaten-track or less-visited destinations. He tells us about his journey to the Canadian Arctic and the other incredible places he has been to. Gameshowey gets superstitious for the Friday The 13th edition of Canada's favourite radio Gameshow, with special guest Handy Andy Baryer! RUOK with pumpkins? How about convenience stores? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
10/12/202359 minutes, 21 seconds
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Technological World with Blaine Kyllo - October 11

On The Technological World, Blaine Kyllo takes us through the PS5 Slim, NHL 24, and the first wireless TV. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
10/12/202315 minutes, 34 seconds
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An inspiring story for Good News Tuesday

Kat in Surrey phones in with an inspiring story for Good News Tuesday! RUOK with returns? How about cats? What do Aliens breathe? On The World of Weird Things, Greg Fish tells us why there is a very good chance Aliens are breathing hydrogen and what a hydrogen world would look like. A new report claims Canada could be a world leader in cancer treatments if governments made them accessible. Louise Binder, health policy consultant for Save Your Skin Foundation, helps us understand the barriers Canadians face in accessing cancer treatments and what those treatments look like. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
10/11/20231 hour, 11 seconds
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Understanding the outbreak of violence between Israel and Hamas

Richard Shimooka, Defence Expert and Senior Fellow at the Macdonald-Laurier Institute, helps us understand the outbreak of violence between Israeli and Hamas forces in Gaza Handy Andy Baryer answers some gardening questions from listeners and tells us how we can get the most amount of life out of our phones. A smile can change your body chemistry! Paresh Shah, a smile expert who has been practicing clinical dentistry for over 32 years in Winnipeg, tells us how a good smile can have a big impact on you. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
10/10/20231 hour, 54 seconds
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Travelling the world and meeting people with inspiring stories

How do you ask someone to tell you their life story? Michael Raimondo is the founder of Green Renaissance. He travels the world, meeting people with inspiring stories and shares them on film. Raimondo tells us what he has learned from speaking with so many people and why he does it in the first place. Gameshowey trivia goes wild! It’s the animal-themed edition of Canada’s favourite radio game show. We explore the good, the bad, and the ugly side of Zoos. Emma Marris is an author and environmental writer. She tells us the history of Zoos, the reasons we go to them, and why zoos are changing the way they operate. RUOK with Paris, France? How about playoff baseball? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
10/5/20231 hour, 17 minutes, 46 seconds
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Technological World with Blaine Kyllo - October 4

Blaine Kyllo reviews Assassin's Creed Mirage and more on the Technological World. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
10/5/202314 minutes, 50 seconds
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Creating massive and stunning sculptures made of metal

It’s Good News Tuesday, and we feature the story of Kevin Stone, who creates massive and stunning sculptures made of metal. He shares his passion for his craft and how the trades can be a gateway to fulfilling careers. RUOK with BBQ? How about dips? Scientists may have found a way to regrow lost teeth, but is that going to be a solution to all of our dental issues? Dr. Bruce Yaholnitsky is a periodontist based out of Calgary and the President of the Alberta Dental Association. He tells us the impact oral health has on our overall health and why you really need to floss. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
10/4/202358 minutes, 47 seconds
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Is managing a team like conducting a Jazz orchestra?

Is managing a team like conducting a Jazz orchestra? Gerald J. Leonard is CEO of the consultancy Principles of Execution, host of the Productivity Smarts podcast, and author of A Symphony of Choices. He shares his tips on how to hone your influence on others and how to be a better mentor. Handy Andy Baryer wants your garden to thrive in the fall, and he has some tips for us! Plus, a look at the future of A.I generated music. RUOK with refunds? How about the dentist? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
10/3/202359 minutes, 33 seconds
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A photographer and the stories of indigenous people

Photographer Nadya Kwandibens tells us how she shares the stories of indigenous people with her striking photographs. Ukrainian foreign policy expert Dr. Yevgeniya Gaber joins us from Odesa and gives us an update on the war and helps us understand the Ukranian reaction to the Nazi who was applauded in the House of Commons. Max Fineday, CEO of Warshield, an Indigenous public affairs firm, gives us insight into Truth and Reconciliation Day and how to make it matter. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
9/29/20231 hour, 15 minutes, 58 seconds
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What the hell should I watch this weekend? - September 28

Steve Stebbing gives us a teaser of the Vancouver International Film Festival and the movies hitting the big screen on What The Hell Should We Watch This Weekend. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
9/29/202314 minutes, 53 seconds
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Can a song change the world?

Can a song change the world? Canadian music expert Eric Alper joins us as we look at Rich Men North of Richmond by Oliver Anthony Music. We discuss the song's immediate impact and what makes a song memorable in the first place. The Pumpkin Spice Latte is back with a vengeance on Gamehowey Trivia! Once again, we battle for #PSL’s and bragging rights. We hear one Canadian's inspiring journey to becoming a renowned comedian. Janelle Niles shares her inspiring story and how she transformed into the comedian she is today. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
9/28/20231 hour, 14 minutes, 12 seconds
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Technological World with Blaine Kyllo - September 27

Is Cyberpunk 2077 finally living up to its potential? Blaine Kyllo takes us through the game's resurgence on the Technological World. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
9/28/202312 minutes, 39 seconds
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Comparing Canadian real estate prices to international ones

Would you rather own a small shack in Toronto or a castle in Scotland? They probably cost the same, and we know that because of Millennial Moron. The online star tells us how he compares Canadian prices to international ones and the insight that can give us into the Canadian housing market. RUOK with citizenship? How about realtors? Doom-scrolling is no fun, but science can tell us why we keep doing it! On the World of Weird Things, Greg Fish tells us why our brains get sucked into doom-scrolling and how we can break the habit. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
9/27/202355 minutes, 45 seconds
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Why outbreaks of E. coli spark so severely

You need to hear this conversation if you want to avoid getting sick from your food. Dr. Donald W. Schaffner is the Department Chair, a Distinguished Professor at Rutgers University, and Extension Specialist in Food Science. He tells us why outbreaks of E. coli, like the one at Calgary daycares, spark so severely, how to prevent foodborne illness, and how bacteria thrive when we aren't careful with our food. RUOK with theme park rides? How about tanks? Handy Andy Baryer went to Amazon's big event in Virginia, and he gave us a first-hand look at the AI technology the tech giant wants put in their gadgets. Plus, is Handy Andy about to make the jump to national TV? Plus, what TV show do you want to see rebooted? Your calls and texts! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
9/26/20231 hour, 19 minutes, 27 seconds
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HandyAndy - September 25

Handy Andy Baryer went to Amazon's big event in Virginia, and he gave us a first-hand look at the AI technology the tech giant wants put in their gadgets. Plus, is Handy Andy about to make the jump to national TV? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
9/26/202318 minutes, 3 seconds
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How online fraudsters take your personal information

Have you ever wondered what really happens on Parliament Hill? Sylvain Charlebois, director of the Agri-Food Analytics Lab at Dalhousie University, tells us what happened when Ottawa and the CEO'S of Canada's biggest food companies met to discuss Canadian food prices. Shane caught a scam at the last minute! We called Hank the Hacker to help us understand how online fraudsters take your personal information and the tactics they use to do it. RUOK with twins? How about money? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
9/25/20231 hour, 6 minutes, 49 seconds
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Making sense of the tensions between Canada and India

Canada and India are playing a game of poker with no winner in sight. Jonathan Berkshire Miller, Director of Foreign Affairs, National Security and Defence Canada at The Macdonald-Laurier Institute, helps us make sense of the tensions between Canada and India. What is one thing you won’t buy brand new? Thrifting expert and Content Creator Tyler Chanel tells us how she created a business with thrifting and gives us tips on how to find thrifting steals. On this day in 1994, one of the biggest TV shows ever debuted. We look back at Friends, the music of the 90s, and more for Flashback Friday! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
9/22/202349 minutes, 42 seconds
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What the hell should I watch this weekend? - September 21

Can an all-star cast save Expend4bles? Steve Stebbing looks into that film and more on What The Hell Should We Watch This Weekend! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
9/22/202312 minutes, 19 seconds
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Why Canada is in desperate need of pilots

Canada needs more pilots, but they are leaving for the United States. Dave Frank, Executive director of the BC Aviation Council, helps us understand the life pilots lead, why they fly south for work, and why Canada is in desperate need of them. The leaves are changing, so it’s time for the fall edition of Gameshowey trivia! We battle for pumpkin spice lattes, reluctantly. RUOK with negotiations? How about snakes? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
9/21/202358 minutes, 40 seconds
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Technological World with Blaine Kyllo - September 20

Blaine Kyllo celebrates old-school and new-school gaming on the Technological World. Plus, why are some iPhones being banned for radiation? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
9/21/202315 minutes, 13 seconds
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Would you ever eat meat made in a lab?

Would you ever eat meat made in a lab? Greg Fish goes way beyond meat with a look at the advancements made in the world of lab-engineered meats and what's holding the industry back from hitting the grocery store shelves.   The surprising reason hurricanes are different in Canada. Dr. Chris Fogarty, Manager of the Canadian Hurricane Centre and Senior Research Meteorologist with Environment and Climate Change Canada, tells us why hurricanes impact Canada differently than the rest of the world and the fascinating ways meteorologists track major storms. RUOK with betting? How about animatronics? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
9/19/20231 hour, 1 minute, 11 seconds
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Proving the existence of ghosts with old photos and ectoplasm

Can we prove the existence of ghosts with old photos and ectoplasm? Serena Keshavjee is an author, University of Winnipeg assistant professor, and coordinator of art history who has been researching almost 700 photographs of "ghosts'" made in Winnipeg 100 years ago. She tells us about their history and why they could be convincing evidence of the paranormal. Handy Andy Baryer brings us a harvest of gardening tips! The DIY expert tells us how to get the most out of old soil and why you should consider putting Decaffe coffee grounds in your bird feeder. RUOK with school band? How about bars? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
9/19/202359 minutes, 17 seconds
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Terry Fox's passion for helping people

Fred Fox, Terry Fox's brother, joins us to share stories of Terry's passion for helping people and how his legacy has helped millions of people across the world. Hackers are back at it, targeting health care and the Las Vegas strip. Hank the Hacker tells us what to do when you find out your data has been breached and why corporations drag their feet on dealing with hacks. RUOK with DUIs? How about being lazy? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
9/18/202355 minutes, 19 seconds
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All the different ways teachers inspire us

Matt Eicheldinger is a teacher who went viral for his hilarious and inspiring teaching stories. He joins us to share those experiences and to go over all the different ways teachers inspire us. We take a look at the start of Terry Fox's Marathon of Hope as part of Flash Back Friday! Plus, RUOK with Tattoo's? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
9/15/202355 minutes, 25 seconds
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What the hell should I watch this weekend? - September 14

Steve Stebbing reviews A Haunting in Venice and so much more on What The Hell Should We Watch This Weekend. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
9/15/202313 minutes, 43 seconds
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Why some opioid users chase after deadlier highs

Dani Stover, from Let's Talk on 640 Toronto battles Shane for the first time in Gameshowey trivia! The face-off to see who has the better knowledge of some of Canada’s favorite winter sports. We dive into painkillers and how opioid addictions start with Yonah Budd, Therapist and host of At Your Best. He tells us why some opioid users chase after deadlier highs, and how to help those addicted to them. RUOK with trades? How about Beyoncé? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
9/14/20231 hour, 11 seconds
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Technological World with Blaine Kyllo - September 13

Blaine Kyllo got his hands on Assassins Creed Mirage early! He shares his initial impressions of the game and more on The Technological World. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
9/14/202313 minutes, 16 seconds
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How to put meaning behind your apologies

There is a scientific reason we get burnt out. On the World of Weird Things, Greg Fish shares research that can explain why we feel physically ill when we overwork and overthink. Canadians love to say sorry, but do we actually mean it? Marjorie Ingall, co-author with Susan McCarthy of Sorry, Sorry, Sorry: The Case for Good Apologies, tells us how you can put meaning behind your apologies and why apologies can fall flat. RUOK with sports betting? How about backyards? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
9/13/20231 hour, 5 minutes, 40 seconds
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The key to finding some peace of mind

The key to finding some peace of mind might be from something you wouldn't expect. Craig Richard, a professor of biopharmaceutical sciences at Shenandoah University in Virginia and founder of the online learning center ASMR University, tells us how ASMR triggers fascinating reactions in your brain. Handy Andy Baryer has gardening tips on how to harvest your garden crops and protect them from freezing as fall creeps closer! Plus, what to expect from the iPhone 15. RUOK with yoga? How about vaping? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
9/12/202357 minutes, 21 seconds
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September eats with Alyssa B

Summer is over, and now is our chance to make some healthy habits for fall. Nutritionist Alyssa B gives us recipes and inspiration for healthy eating to try this season. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
9/12/202320 minutes, 54 seconds
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How to spot phony cables and job scams

The aviation industry is one of the coolest in Canada, but it's not easy to get into. Kendra Kincade, Air traffic controller, honorary colonel and Elevate Aviation founder, tells us how she thrives in aviation and gives us fantastic advice on how to get started in the aviation industry. Hackers are using USBs and job applications to take your information and so much more. Hank the Hacker gives us tips on how to spot phony cables and job scams. RUOK with new phones? How about cleaning your fridge? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
9/11/20231 hour, 4 minutes, 35 seconds
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Weird Science with Andrew C. Ferreira - September 10

Andrew C. Ferreira tells us about Japan's exciting new moon mission. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
9/11/202314 minutes, 37 seconds
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Are no interest rate hikes a good thing?

Are no interest rate hikes a good thing? Dominique Lapointe, Director, of Macro Strategy for Manulife Investment Management, gives us an update on Canada’s economy, inflation, and housing crisis. What is your best first? First dates, jobs, concerts, and more! RUOK with Metallica? How about going on an adventure? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
9/8/202350 minutes, 53 seconds
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What the hell should I watch this weekend? - September 7

Steve Stebbing breaks down the next entry in the Big Fat Greek Wedding saga, The Nun II, and more on What The Hell Should We Watch This Weekend. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
9/8/202314 minutes, 26 seconds
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How can you tell when your music taste is old?

We pay tribute to Bob Barker with a game show-themed edition of Gameshowey trivia! How can you tell when your taste in music is old? Canadian music expert and podcast host Alan Cross tells that and explains why the way we consume new music has drastically changed. RUOK with job applications? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
9/7/20231 hour, 9 seconds
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Technological World with Blaine Kyllo - September 6

Blaine Kyllo reviews Starfield, his potential game of the year, on The Technological World. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
9/7/202314 minutes, 41 seconds
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Luxury space travel and the ethics of space tourism

The RCMP is investigating a report that former Royal Canadian Air Force pilots are training fighters within China’s air force. Richard Shimooka, Defence Expert and Senior Fellow at the Macdonald-Laurier Institute tells us about the training RCAF pilots go through and why pilots are in high demand around the world. RUOK with hikes? How about gender reveals? Research says traveling to space has a profound impact on us, but will that be the case with luxury space travel? On the World of Weird Things with Greg Fish, we explore the ethics of space tourism. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
9/6/202358 minutes, 1 second
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How students use artificial intelligence to their advantage

Back to School season is looking a bit different, thanks to AI. Dr. Crystal Chokshi, Assistant Professor School of Communication Studies at Mount Royal University tells how schools are preparing to deal with AI in schools and how students could use it to their advantage. Ryan O'Donnell gives a tribute to Jimmy Buffet and the frontman of Smash Mouth, Steve Harwell. We dig into the impact both artists have had on their generations and why All-Star and Cheeseburger in Paradise have a lot in common How long will it be until robots will be doing our chores for us? Handy Andy Baryer tells us about the latest in home robots and marks the 25th birthday of Google. RUOK with long hair? How about Home Depot? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
9/5/20231 hour, 10 minutes, 35 seconds
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How a grocery store works to create a green experience

Shampoo pills anyone? One grocery store has made the move to be completely waste-free. Co-Founder of NU Grocery Valerie Leloup joins the Shift to chat about how the store works to create a green experience for shoppers. On Flashback Friday we take a look at a moment in time most remember, Aug. 31, 1997, when news of Princess Diana's death broke. We also take a trip down memory lane and chat about the biggest movies and music of the year. RUOK with no kids? How about Barbie? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
9/1/20231 hour, 4 minutes, 17 seconds
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What the hell should I watch this weekend? - August 31

With an update on what to watch this weekend, Steve Stebbing gives his take on the new releases you can't miss, and some you should maybe skip. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
9/1/202314 minutes, 42 seconds
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Shrinkflation and the future of food

Is our food being downsized? The food professor Sylvain Charlebois joins the shift to chat about shrinkflation and what the future of food looks like for us in Canada. We talk ketchup chips, cheezies and all things snacks in Gameshowy as Kelsey Campbell and Demi Knight face off for the second time! RUOK with asking for help? How about Free Willy? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
8/31/20231 hour, 7 minutes, 49 seconds
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Technological World with Blaine Kyllo - August 30

Blaine Kyllo joins us for a look at everything new in the world of gaming and consumer technology, including a look at the new Mortal Kombat! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
8/31/202314 minutes, 47 seconds
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Running a marathon in the North Pole

Ever wondered what it would feel like to run a marathon in the North Pole? Patrick Charlebois joins us to share his experience of being the first Canadian to take home the gold, and his reasoning for entering the numbingly cold race. Ketchup chips anyone? Janis Thiessen joins the shift to chat about how the iconic flavour became a staple snack alongside other mouth-watering Canadian treats RUOK with corn? How about going to the doctor? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
8/30/202356 minutes, 52 seconds
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The secrets into the paranormal at Skinwalker Ranch

We dive into the paranormal with Andrew Bustamante and Paul Beban  as they share their experiences on everything they found while filming Beyond Skinwalker Ranch Have you registered your security cameras? Handy Andy Baryer joins us to discuss how these home systems have helped residents thank emergency workers amid wildfires and how they could possibly aid police investigations once registered. RUOK with stay-at-home girlfriends? How about track and field? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
8/29/20231 hour, 5 minutes, 12 seconds
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How a warming planet could contribute to Zombie viruses

Could ancient viruses resurrect to wreak havoc on the modern world? Greg Fish joins the Shift to chat about how a warming planet could contribute to "Zombie viruses" India made history by landing on the south pole of the moon. Andrew Ferreira has all the details on what the landing means for the future of space travel. RUOK with no more Kleenex? How about free booze? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
8/28/202354 minutes, 22 seconds
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Is it legal to claim a piece of land on the moon?

An expert in the law of space is going to tell us if it’s legal to claim a piece of land on the moon. McGill professor Ram Jakhu Helps us understand the law of space and what the next space race could look like. Steve Stebbing is back with a review of Gran Turismo and more on What The Hell Should We Watch This Weekend. RUOK with good timing? How about chew toys? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
8/25/202351 minutes, 15 seconds
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What the hell should I watch this weekend? - August 24

8/25/202314 minutes, 51 seconds
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Why emotions are like farts

Locke Haman, a Men's Coach and Group Leader, has a simple saying that is really funny but could also change your life. He tells us why he thinks emotions are like farts and why the world is a better place when men can support other men. Yevgeny Prigozhin, the head of the Russian mercenary Wagner Group, is reportedly dead. Lawyer Mykhailo Zhernekov tells how Ukrainians are feeling about Prigozhin’s reported death and marks Ukrainian Independence Day. It’s the most beautiful time of the year for parents! We play a round of back-to-school trivia on Gameshowey. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
8/24/20231 hour, 11 minutes, 6 seconds
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Technological World with Blaine Kyllo - August 23

Blaine Kyllo is back with a look at all the big announcements at Gamescon this year on the Technological World. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
8/24/202314 minutes, 22 seconds
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A professor who found the doodles of King Henry VIII

A Canadian professor found the doodles of King Henry VIII. Micheline White, who teaches English literature at Carleton University, tells us about her incredible discovery that gives us never-before-seen insight into the minds of one of history's most infamous monarchs. Hackers are taking advantage of people's kindness on Facebook, but Hank the Hacker has tips on how to stay safe and avoid their scams. RUOK with Fyre Fest? How about doubles? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
8/23/20231 hour, 58 seconds
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How companies deceive us with greenwashing

How easy is it to fall for wildfire misinformation? Kelsey Campbell, Executive Producer of The Shift, tells us about her family's experience escaping from the wildfires in Kelowna and how one social media post fooled so many people. Handy Andy Baryer takes a deep dive into e-bikes and their complicated future. He tells us if their batteries will become a problem and if should you hop on the trend. John Pabon, a sustainability author and speaker, helps us understand how companies deceive us with greenwashing. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
8/22/20231 hour, 5 minutes, 51 seconds
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The experience of trying to survive in the Saskatchewan wilderness

A high school teacher from BC is the winner of Alone Season 10! Alan Tenta tells us about the experience of trying to survive with nine other competitors in the Saskatchewan wilderness and what kept him going to win it all. RUOK with manners? How about boarding a plane? Don't believe everything you see on TV…and Netflix. On the World of Weird Things, Greg Fish tells us about a new Netflix documentary that presents itself as fact when it may be fiction. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
8/21/20231 hour, 2 minutes, 4 seconds
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A first-hand account of the Shushwap fire's devastation

Brandon Arnett drove through the aftermath of the Shushwap fire over the weekend. He gives us a first-hand account of the devastation and its impact on him. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
8/21/20239 minutes, 26 seconds
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A firefighter from Lahaina who stayed behind to fight the Maui fire

Johnny Varona is a firefighter from Lahaina who stayed behind to fight the fire even after it destroyed his home. We hear his inspiring story and his love for Maui. RUOK with a very hot summer? How about mullets? Brent Pushkarenko, Alberta provincial radio news director for Corus Entertainment, spent years in Yellowknife and he joins us to share his experiences with the city. He helps us understand the complicated wildfire situation and how the community can escape the danger. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
8/18/202358 minutes, 28 seconds
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Technological World with Mike Yawney - August 16

Tech expert Mike Yawney tells us about his greatest purchase ever. A gadget that can turn bottled and canned beer into draft beer! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
8/17/202318 minutes, 25 seconds
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The amazing science that goes into joint replacements

Tech expert Mike Yawney tells us about his greatest purchase ever. A gadget that can turn bottled and canned beer into draft beer! What happens when you go under the knife in Canada? Stewart McLachlin, Assistant Professor at the University of Waterloo tells us the amazing science that goes into joint replacements. It’s time for a Gameshowey rematch! Handy Andy Baryer battles Shane in a round of trivia, celebrating the life of Elvis Presley. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
8/17/20231 hour, 38 seconds
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Are we better at detecting tornados than in the 90s?

Shane gives a touching and heartfelt tribute to his friend, Todd. Are we better at detecting tornados than we were when the movie Twister came out? Connell Miller, a Wind Impacts Researcher with the Northern Tornadoes Project, helps us understand tornadoes and how to research them. Thousands of seniors have had their banking info leaked in yet another healthcare hack. The Summer of Cyber Safety continues as Hank the Hacker tells us what happened and how to protect your personal information. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
8/16/202358 minutes, 42 seconds
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Is the Canadian government going about housing all wrong?

Housing expert Carolyn Whitzman tells us if the Canadian government is going about housing all wrong. The University of Ottawa adjunct professor helps us understand why Canada is in the midst of a housing crisis and if housing is a federal or provincial responsibility. Back-to-school season is here, but don't worry, Handy Andy Baryer has tips to make it as fun and high-tech as possible! RUOK with hiking? How about spinach? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
8/15/202354 minutes, 28 seconds
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HandyAndy - August 14

Back-to-school season is here, but don't worry, Handy Andy Baryer has tips to make it as fun and high-tech as possible! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
8/15/202318 minutes, 5 seconds
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Would you date your computer?

Andrew C. Ferreira helps us understand the incredible science behind meteor showers. We find out how they work, what they really are, and how you can get the best view of them! Would you date your computer? On The World of Weird Things with Greg Fish, we learn why some people look to AI for companionship and why we need to address loneliness in society. RUOK with gestures of love? How about guard dogs? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
8/14/202357 minutes, 17 seconds
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Could your favourite smell help prevent dementia?

Could your favourite smell help prevent dementia? Yonah Budd, therapist and host of at your best, tells us about the incredible power smell can have on your brain and why it's so good at jolting our memory. Jonathan Berkshire Miller, Senior Fellow and Director of Foreign Affairs, National Defense and national security at the MacDonald-Laurier Institute, gives us his thoughts on China’s foreign interference strategy and tells us why it differs from Russia’s. RUOK with weddings? How about fishing? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
8/11/202356 minutes, 51 seconds
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What the hell should I watch this weekend? - August 10

Steve Stebbing reviews a new Dracula movie and more on What The Hell Should We Watch This Weekend. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
8/11/202312 minutes, 3 seconds
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Celebrating the amazing career of Robbie Robertson

Over 30 million people tried to get tickets to see Taylor Swift in Toronto. How is that even possible? Canadian music expert Eric Alper helps us make sense of the T-Swift craze and celebrates the amazing career of Robbie Robertson. We have a prescribed dose of trivia ready for you! Join us for the healthcare edition of Gameshowey Trivia. RUOK with gondolas? How about cheese? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
8/10/20231 hour, 1 minute, 7 seconds
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Technological World with Blaine Kyllo - August 9

Blaine Kyllo tells us how video games are impacting the war in Ukraine and why you should pay attention to new changes from Zoom on The Technological World.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
8/10/202312 minutes, 3 seconds
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The biggest search for the Loch Ness Monster in decades

The biggest search for the Loch Ness Monster in decades is about to get underway, but will it be a waste of time? Professor Neil Gemmel, a geneticist from New Zealand's University of Otago, tells us about his research into loch ness. We hear about the DNA found in the lake and why he thinks the Loch Ness Monster could be a giant eel. Hank the Hacker is back for our summer of cyber safety and gives us tips on how to keep your kids safe while gaming and how to secure your smart home. RUOK with animals on planes? How about working from home? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
8/9/202357 minutes, 22 seconds
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How do volcanic eruptions change the Earth's climate

Is a volcanic eruption from last year to blame for this brutally hot summer? John Stix, a Professor in the Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences at McGill University, tells us how volcanic eruptions change the Earth's climate for better or worse.  Handy Andy Baryer brings us the best smart locks you can buy right now and gives us an update on threads, the new Twitter competitor from Meta.  RUOK with milk? How about monster hunting? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
8/8/202357 minutes, 34 seconds
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Is alcoholism a disability or a disease?

Is alcoholism a disability or a disease? Professor and licensed therapist Tiffany Brown with the University of Oregon helps guest host Martin Strong understand the impacts of alcoholism and why it is so hard to treat. RUOK with Taylor Swift? How about reunions? Lawyer and democracy advocate Stepan Berko gives us an update on the war in Ukraine from Kyiv. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
8/4/20231 hour, 5 minutes, 7 seconds
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What the hell should I watch this weekend? - August 3

Steve Stebbing calls Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem the best Turtles movie ever made! He reviews that and more on What The Hell Should We Watch This Weekend. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
8/4/202313 minutes, 57 seconds
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What makes a good commercial?

Get the tissues out, its time for the breakup edition of Gameshowey trivia. What makes a good commercial? Ashwinn Krishnaswamy, a marketing expert with Forge, gives us the blueprint for good commercials, responsible advertising, and why some commercials are just bad. RUOK with drinking? How about bears? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
8/3/20231 hour, 9 minutes, 38 seconds
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Technological World with Blaine Kyllo - August 2

Nintendo's cutest game is back. Blaine Kyllo reviews Pikmin 4 and more on the Technolgical World. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
8/3/202319 minutes, 2 seconds
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Is insurance working for Canadians?

Is insurance working for Canadians? Western University climate adaptation expert and Professor for the School of Environment, Enterprise and Development Jason Thistlethwaite Helps us make sense of Canada’s disaster insurance system and how it fails those impacted by Natural disasters. RUOK with switching seats? How about off-roading? What can you do if you get hacked out of your Facebook account? Hank the Hacker gives us excellent tips for dealing with Facebook and more as we continue the Summer of Cyber Security. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
8/2/202358 minutes, 25 seconds
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Why a Canadian Artist decided to return to making his own music

Canadian Artist Chin Injeti tells us why he's decided to go back to making his own music after years of producing for people like Eminem, Dr. Dre, and P!nk. Handy Andy is back with one of his greatest DIY achievements. We learn about that and why modular cell phones could be great for consumers and the environment. RUOK with spelling? How about boats? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
8/1/20231 hour, 4 minutes, 15 seconds
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Can commercials be so bad that they are good?

Can commercials be so bad that they’re good? We look at some of the worst commercials ever and love every minute of it. Everybody is a hero, even the Villains! On The World of Weird Things, Greg Fish tells us how and why people’s brains are wired so they almost always think they’re doing the right thing, even as they do the wrong thing. RUOK with earthquakes? How about baseball? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune I
7/31/20231 hour, 12 seconds
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Is your stuff holding you back?

Is your stuff holding you back? Freelance writer Laura McCamy tells us how she found a way to let go of her stuff and how incredibly rewarding it was to de-clutter. Disney is taking a second crack at The Haunted Mansion, and Steve Stebbing reviews it on What the Hell Should We Watch This Weekend. RUOK with free deliveries? How about working? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
7/28/20231 hour, 11 minutes, 43 seconds
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What the hell should I watch this weekend? - July 27

Disney is taking a second crack at The Haunted Mansion, and Steve Stebbing reviews it on What the Hell Should We Watch This Weekend.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
7/28/202316 minutes, 10 seconds
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Nick Godsoe on The Shift

Nick Godsoe, Senior Manager of Programs & Education at MusiCounts tells us how his organization brings musical instruments to schools across Canada and the magic of band class. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
7/27/202320 minutes
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Canada's complicated and lagging immigration policies

I'm gonna make you an offer you can't refuse. Listen to the Mafia-themed round of Game Showey trivia! Don't forget about it! Immigration Lawyer Robert Blanshay helps us understand Canada's complicated and lagging immigration policies. We also hear the hoops refugees jump through to find safety in Canada. Greg Fish is back with a bang! We dive into the wild theory that claims the universe is twice as old as we think it is. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
7/27/20231 hour, 6 minutes, 33 seconds
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Technological World with Blaine Kyllo - July 26

How much do you spend on subscription services every month? Blaine Kyllo and the crew reveal their monthly totals on The Technological World. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
7/27/202313 minutes, 54 seconds
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A real-life look at living with Parkinson's

Our friend gives us a real-life look at Parkinson's. Larry Gifford, National Director of Talk Radio for Corus Entertainment, and host of When Life Gives You Parkinson’s podcast, tells us about a life-changing procedure and his personal story battling the disease. Ukrainian foreign policy expert Dr. Yevgeniya Gaber joins us from Odesa with an update on the war in Ukraine and the Black Sea. RUOK with look-alikes? How about Skittles? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
7/26/20231 hour, 8 minutes, 18 seconds
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Driving an electric car in the middle of nowhere

What's it like to drive an electric car in the middle of nowhere? Real Deschatelets, a volunteer with the Electric Vehicle Association of Northern Ontario, shares his experiences driving an electric pickup in a rural community and what happens when his town's charging stations all go down. Your phone is dirtier than a doorknob, but Handy Andy has tips on how to keep it clean! Plus, how to protect your eyes and ears with tech. RUOK with collecting things? How about zoos? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
7/25/20231 hour, 2 minutes, 44 seconds
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The first woman to take a spot on the men's para hockey team

Martin talks to with Raphaëlle Tousignant, the first woman to take a spot on the men's para hockey team. And discusses how she got where she is and what the sport means to her. A new documentary has people reminiscing on the age-old craze of beanie babies. Martin chats with Michael Chark, owner of AA Sportscards in Vancouver on the Beanie Baby age, its collapse, and its legacy. RUOK with saunas? How about letting go? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
7/24/202358 minutes, 33 seconds
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Ways Canada could bring in more energy money

Dr. Robert "RJ” Johnston, lead advisor to the First Nations Climate Initiative (FNCI) International Advisory Committee, gives us an update on Canada's LNG industry. What are we doing right or wrong, and could Canada bring in more energy money? It's Flash Back Friday, and we rewind to 1992 to celebrate Disney's Aladdin! We look at the movie and dive into the big events and amazing music from 1992. RUOK with rabbits? How about auctions? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
7/21/20231 hour, 9 minutes, 24 seconds
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What the hell should I watch this weekend? - July 20

Barbenhiemer is here! Steve Stebbing reviews the Barbie movie and gives us a preview of Oppenheimer on What the Hell Should We Watch This Weekend. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
7/21/202315 minutes, 13 seconds
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The sound of two friends meeting for the first time

What does it sound like when two friends meet for the first time? Colt Prattes is an actor who danced alongside P!nk and now tours across the world performing in the musical adaptation of Disney's Aladdin. We have a fantastic conversation about life on the road, his views on Canada, and his passion for performing. Handy Andy Baryer battles Shane for the first time in Gameshowey! We find out who has the chops to be on Broadway with a musical-themed trivia showdown. RUOK with moose? How about wiener dogs? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
7/20/202356 minutes, 44 seconds
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Technological World with Blaine Kyllo - July 19

Blaine Kyllo tells us about the massive changes to Microsofts online subscriptions and more on the Technological World. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
7/20/202313 minutes, 54 seconds
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Are we bad people for laughing when someone falls?

Are we bad people for laughing at someone when they fall down? Clinical psychologist and associate professor at the University of Quebec Geneviève Beaulieu-Pelletier has researched this, and she tells us what makes us laugh and if we are all just jerks. Is Threads, the new Twitter competitor from Meta, a hacker's dream? Hank the Hacker addresses concerns experts have with the app's security and answers your cyber safety questions! RUOK with being lost at sea? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
7/19/202359 minutes, 45 seconds
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Is it okay to take your socks off on a plane?

Is it okay to take your socks off on a plane? What about listening to music with no headphones? Claire Newell with Travel Best Bets.com tells us what Canadians think is gross or acceptable while flying. RUOK with Christmas in July? How about Karaoke? Handy Andy Baryer brings us some tips on how to beef up your home security without an expensive installation. Plus, the scientific reasons songs get stuck in your head. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
7/18/202357 minutes, 23 seconds
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It's the James Webb Telescope's birthday

It's the James Webb Telescope's birthday, and NASA celebrated it with an incredible photo of a star. Andrew C. Ferreira helps us make sense of the pictures from James Webb and more! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
7/18/202320 minutes, 22 seconds
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Canadian sauce makers are still thriving

Lawyer and Democracy advocate Mykhailo Zhernakov is live in Kyiv and gives us his reaction to Sweden joining NATO and the recent strike on the Crimean Bridge. We also learn how to properly say his name and why English education is becoming a crucial tool for Ukrainians. Ryan helps us under the slang of the younger generation! The world is facing a hot pepper shortage, but Canadian sauce makers are still thriving! Nadia Harlow, owner of Spice of Life in Ontario, tells us about her small business, how farmers are dealing with a struggling hot pepper market, and just how hot peppers can get. RUOK with renovations? How about push-ups?' HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
7/17/20231 hour, 18 minutes, 48 seconds
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The Biggest Concert ever 38 years ago

Steve Stebbing reviews Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning Part 1 and more on What the Hell Should We Watch This Weekend. Plus, The Shift AV Club review of Twister! It's been 38 years since Live Aid broadcast to almost half of the world. For Flashback Friday, we look at the concert's best moments, songs, and the wild year that was 1985. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
7/14/202346 minutes, 21 seconds
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What the hell should I watch this weekend? - July 13

Steve Stebbing reviews Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning Part 1 and more on What the Hell Should We Watch This Weekend HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
7/14/202313 minutes, 30 seconds
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Technological World with Blaine Kyllo - July 12

Blaine Kyllo looks at the FTC’s decision on Microsoft's purchase of Activison and more on the Technological World. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
7/13/202316 minutes, 15 seconds
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Talking to the world's most famous book collector

The world's most famous book collector is with us, and he now owns a book that belongs to Canada. RUOK with that? Ried Moon tells about his staggering collection of incredible books. Being a Bookworm is necessary for the all-book edition of Gameshowey Trivia! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
7/13/20231 hour, 4 minutes, 42 seconds
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How out of date is Canada's military?

Just how out of date is the Canadian military? Richard Shimooka, Defence Expert and Senior Fellow at the Macdonald-Laurier Institute, tells us why our military hardware is so out of date. We dig into the impact that has on morale and why we need to spend more than our NATO targets to fix it Hank the Hacker answers your cyber security questions and tells us everything we need to know about VPN'S as we continue the Summer of Cyber Safety. RUOK with cheese? How about concert signs? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
7/12/20231 hour, 4 minutes, 57 seconds
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The obstacles musicians face while touring in Canada

Why are our favourite artists skipping Canada on their worldwide tours? Canadian music expert Eric Alper tells us the obstacles musicians face while touring here and the Canadian policy making things worse. James Bond has a license to kill, but does he have a license to drone? Handy Andy Baryer tells us everything we need to know about flying drones in Canada, plus the amazing things he learned about his family by taking a DNA test. RUOK with robots? How about pancakes? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
7/11/202355 minutes, 38 seconds
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Passing the 500-day mark of the War in Ukraine

The war in Ukraine has passed the 500-day mark. Lawyer and democracy advocate Stepan Berko reflects on the conflict and tells us about the change he wants to see in Ukraine. A scientist claims to have found alien technology, in a space rock! Andrew C. Ferreira tells us if this could be proof of aliens and more! RUOK with Libraries? How about gravity? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
7/11/202354 minutes, 51 seconds
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A chain of islands and their ties to Canada

A chain of islands in Scotland might be ditching the U.K. for Norway, but why? Professor Donna Heddle is the Director of the Institute for Northern Studies at the University of Highlands and Islands in Scotland. She tells us the remarkable history of the Orkney Islands and their surprising ties to Canada. The longer the strike, the bigger cost for Canadians. Fraser Johnson, professor of operations management at the Ivey School of Business, helps us understand how Canadian ports work and why the economic impact of the B.C. port strike could be drastic. RUOK with apologies? How about bears... again, again? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
7/7/20231 hour, 6 minutes, 43 seconds
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What the hell should I watch this weekend? - July 6

Steve Stebbing reviews new movies on What the Hell Should We Watch This Weekend. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
7/7/202314 minutes, 20 seconds
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Most people run from Tornadoes, but not Storm Chasers!

Most people run from Tornadoes, but not Storm Chasers. Braydon Morisseau with Prairie StormChasers He tells us what it's like to drive into the heart of a storm, why he does it, and shares tips on how to stay safe during extreme storms There is a 100 percent chance of trivia on the extreme-weather edition of Gameshowey! RUOK with Pie? How about trolls? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
7/6/202358 minutes, 40 seconds
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Technological World with Blaine Kyllo - July 5

Blaine Kyllo takes a look at Meta's Twitter-killing app and more on the Technological World. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
7/6/202314 minutes, 59 seconds
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Kids who have had their whole lives posted online!

Having a friend who posts everything online is weird. Imagine if that was your parents and they posted your entire childhood online. Author and Journalist Fortessa Latifi tells us about her investigation into the kids who have had their whole lives posted online without their permission. The Summer of Cyber Safety with Hank the Hacker continues as we take a look at passwords. Hank tells us how to keep your passwords safe and how to pass them on to your loved ones after you pass away. RUOK with hot dogs? How about dinosaur costumes? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
7/5/20231 hour, 31 seconds
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How does clever marketing make us buy questionable products?

Shien sponsored influencers, and now those influencers have lost hundreds of thousands of followers. What happened? Sustainability author and speaker John Pabon tells us more about the fast fashion giant, why consumers were able to see through this social media campaign and the clever marketing that gets us to buy questionable products.  Handy Andy Baryer helps Shane with his Bok Choy deBOKle and shares his big Canada Day long weekend DIY project. Plus, how you can start streaming!  RUOK with cremation? How about ugly dogs? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
7/4/20231 hour, 2 minutes, 27 seconds
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The reasons why divorces get nasty!

Tiktok's most famous divorce lawyer gives us a big dating tip that could save you a lot of money down the line! Toronto lawyer Justin Lee Tells us how divorce court works and some of the reasons divorces get nasty.  Would you ditch fireworks for drones? Anugrah Patel, Owner of Drone Light Show Canada, Tells us about their drone show business and what goes into making a high-tech show in the sky! RUOK with Mayors? How about tourists? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
6/30/20231 hour, 4 minutes, 42 seconds
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What the hell should I watch this weekend? - June 29

 Indiana Jones is back! Steve Stebbing reviews Indiana Jones and The Dial of Destiny on What The Hell Should We Watch This Weekend! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
6/30/202313 minutes, 19 seconds
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Are magic mushrooms a miracle drug or a risky business?

Are magic mushrooms a miracle drug or a risky business? Rotem Petranker, associate director at the University of Toronto’s Psychedelics Studies Research Centre, tells us more about his research into micro-dosing psychedelics for treating depression and why they are cautiously optimistic about the drug's future. RUOK with fruit picking? How about getting younger? Happy Canada Day! Celebrate with an all-Canadian round of Gameshowey! We can guarantee you will learn something new about our amazing country. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
6/29/202358 minutes, 38 seconds
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Technological World with Blaine Kyllo - June 28

Blaine Kyllo looks at the exciting update from FIFA 23 for the 2023 Women’s World Cup! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
6/29/202313 minutes, 15 seconds
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The food we buy may not come as advertised!

The food we buy may not come as advertised. Sylvain Charlebois, the food professor at Dalhousie University, tells us how companies are getting away with food fraud. We also dig into the drastic impact fixed pricing at grocery stores is having on our wallets. On a very special episode of The World of Weird Things with Greg Fish, we find out if we are in the middle of a very boring dystopia. RUOK with Cursive? How about the Wheel of Fortune? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
6/28/202358 minutes, 1 second
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Food ideas for your summer road trip!

Alyssa B with Nourished.ca gives us a fresh menu of summer recipes and super salads! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
6/28/202320 minutes, 25 seconds
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Auto-thefts are up 300 percent in Canada!

Auto-thefts are up 300 percent in Canada. What can we do to fix it? Sergeant Greg O'Connor, an OPP officer with the International Association of Auto Theft Investigators joins us for an in-depth look at car theft in Canada. Handy Andy Baryer knows everything he can about his body, thanks to a DIY genetic test! He tells us about the Tellmegen test. Plus, is it time for Seniors to have some fun on social media? RUOK with snails? How about divorce? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
6/27/202356 minutes, 25 seconds
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Russia just narrowly avoided a coup!

Russia just narrowly avoided a coup, and Ukrainians have some thoughts. Democracy advocates Mykhailo Zhernakov is live in Kyiv and gives us his reaction to the attempted Russian insurrection and tells us how it could impact the war in Ukraine. We all know hackers can get into our phones and computers, but what about our cars? Hank the Hacker gives us a fresh dose of cyber safety tips and tells us why the smarter our cars get, the easier they become to hack. RUOK with The Price is Right? How about Breaking News? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
6/26/202350 minutes, 51 seconds
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Paddling across the Atlantic Ocean!

Our guest paddled from San Francisco to Hawaii, and he's about to do it again, except he's crossing the Atlantic! Cyril Derreumaux tells us about his upcoming journey, why he wants to cross the ocean again, and if the recent Titan Submersible disaster has changed his perspective on the dangerous trip. It’s Flashback Friday, so we rewind to 2001 for a dose of nostalgia. We look at the news, movies, and most importantly, the music of the year!  RUOK with cage matches? How about confessions? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
6/23/20231 hour, 2 minutes, 38 seconds
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What the hell should I watch this weekend? - June 22

Steve Stebbing reviews No Hard Feelings and more on what The Hell Should We Watch This Weekend. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
6/23/202315 minutes, 11 seconds
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What does it take to catch a Serial Killer?

What does it take to catch a Serial Killer? Peter Valentin is a former detective and the Chair forensic science department at the University of New Haven. He tells us what it’s like to investigate these cases and why they are so different than any other criminal case. It's time for a sunshine-packed episode of Gameshowey trivia! We battle for pride and glory in a second round of summertime trivia. RUOK with OnlyFans? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
6/22/20231 hour, 7 minutes, 57 seconds
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Technological World with Blaine Kyllo - June 21

Mario is back! Blaine Kyllo looks at all the exciting news from Nintendo, including two new Mario games! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
6/22/202315 minutes, 15 seconds
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Learning more about National Indigenous Peoples Day!

Max Fineday, CEO of Warshield, tells us why National Indigenous Peoples Day is an opportunity to learn more about Indigenous peoples and cultures in Canada. Greg Fish takes us through the weird world of Organized skepticism. Why did it seemingly vanish overnight? And what damage did its implosion leave behind? RUOK with Pigs? How about Dinosaurs? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
6/21/20231 hour, 5 minutes, 20 seconds
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Would you buy a shoe made from plants?

Would you buy a shoe made from plants? Eric Liedtke is CEO and Co-Founder at UNLESS, and he sent Ryan a pair of their plant-based sneakers, which are biodegradable. We take a deep dive into the shoes and get a better understanding of the chemicals that are in our clothes.  Jonathan Berkshire Miller, Senior Fellow and Director of Foreign Affairs, National Defence and National Security at the Mcdonald Laurier Institute, gives us an in-depth look at geopolitical events from around the world and their impacts on Canada.  And ...Handy Andy Baryer is an expert in foot rubs now? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
6/20/202349 minutes, 15 seconds
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The Summer of Cybersecurity!

In an age of scam calls, texts and emails, Hank the Hacker tells us how to protect our cybersecurity this summer! Author S. Bear Bergman discusses trans and pride activism in all of its forms. RUOK with dine and dash? How about the dead, coming back to life... then dying again? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
6/19/202356 minutes, 37 seconds
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Conscious parenting and the intention behind relationships!

How can you transform yourself while also empowering your child? Dr. Shefali, a clinical psychologist and New York Times bestseller, joins The Shift to discuss conscious parenting and the intention behind relationships! Ukrainian policy expert Hanna Shelest is live in Ukraine and gives the latest update from Odesa. RUOK with Monty Python? How about real pythons? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
6/16/20231 hour, 2 minutes, 40 seconds
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What the hell should I watch this weekend? - June 15

Is the new Flash movie actually good? Steve Stebbing reviews The Flash and more on What The Hell Should We Watch This Weekend! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
6/16/202316 minutes, 11 seconds
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One trick to keeping mosquitos away from you!

Is there one trick to keeping mosquitos away from you? Tropical biologist Dr. Mark Moffet, Better known as Dr. Bug, tells us what those pesky bugs are attracted to and why some people get bit more than others. Happy Father's Day, Canada! Let's celebrate with a dad-themed edition of Gameshowey trivia! RUOK with Tim Hortons? How about Instant Pot? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
6/15/202359 minutes, 26 seconds
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Technological World with Blaine Kyllo - June 14

On the Technological World with Blaine Kyllo, we break down all the massive news for Microsoft's Xbox showcase, including Starfield! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
6/15/202316 minutes, 14 seconds
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When do our beliefs define our personality?

When do our beliefs define our personality? On the World of Weird Things with Greg Fish, we dig into why people believe what they do and how social media exploits their fear and anger. Ruok with UFOs and AI-Beatles songs?  Speaking of the Beatles, are they overrated? Shiftheads and the Crew get into the most influential, underrated, and beloved bands. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
6/14/202359 minutes, 58 seconds
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Should anybody still be using water beds in 2023?

Should anybody still be using water beds in 2023? Dr. Katherine Rasmussen, Director of Behavioral Sleep Medicine with the Calgary Centre for Sleep & Human Performance, tells us why a good bed makes all the difference and how you can get the best sleep possible, even if you work night shifts, like us! HandyAndy Baryer gives a high-tech gift guide for Father's Day!  Ruok with Halftime Shows? How about the radio?! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
6/13/202354 minutes, 17 seconds
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The best tourism cities in Canada!

Only one Canadian city made a list of the best cities to live and travel to in your 30s. Can you guess which one? Travel expert Claire Newell takes us through the best tourism cities in Canada and gives us a fresh dose of travel trips for the summer! Ryan O'Donnell is the Millennial on the Radio, and he takes a look at how the monarchy is struggling to relate to younger people and looks into why Airbnb is getting a fresh dose of regulations in Canada.  RUOK with ChatGPT sermons? How about swimming pools? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
6/12/202355 minutes, 38 seconds
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The role Cuba plays on the world stage!

What role does Cuba play on the world stage, and how does Canada interact with it? Mark Entwistle, Managing Partner, Acasta Cuba Capital and former Canadian Ambassador to Cuba, tells us what we need to know about Cuba, why Canadians need to pay attention to it, and what it's like to have a drink with Fidel Castro. RUOK with pickleball? How about scuba diving? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
6/9/202351 minutes, 14 seconds
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What the hell should I watch this weekend? - June 8

Has the Transformers franchise finally moved on from Michael Bay? Steve Stebbing reviews Transformers: Rise of The Beasts and more on What The Hell Should We Watch This Weekend! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
6/9/202314 minutes, 14 seconds
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Technological World with Blaine Kyllo - June 7

On the Technological World, Blaine Kyllo talks to Shane about Meta announcing the Quest 3 headset and Apple's new Vision Pro headset! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
6/8/202319 minutes, 3 seconds
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The influence of Play De Record on Canadian music!

There is a new movie out, about the legendary vinyl store, Play De Record, in Toronto! Shane talks to the producer of Drop the Needle, Nick Acharya, about the film and the store's-influence on Toronto's music scene! Shane's birthday is coming up! We go head to head with our executive producer, Kelsey Campbell, on a special edition of Gameshowey featuring questions from the Shiftheads! We go to Ukraine to talk to Democracy Advocate and former Judge Mykhailo Zhernakov about what happened in regard to the destruction of a dam in Ukraine and his reaction to the Russian invasion of Ukraine. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
6/8/20231 hour, 6 minutes, 40 seconds
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What does it mean to become a Canadian?

What does it mean to become a Canadian? Gagan Grewal just became a citizen. She walks us through the process and what it meant to her. Plus, your calls and texts! It might be time to ditch IQ tests. On the World of Weird Things with Greg Fish, we learn the origins of IQ tests, why they are outdated, and why judging intelligence is more complicated than it seems. RUOK with stunt driving? How about disguises? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
6/7/20231 hour, 11 minutes, 8 seconds
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An interview from the bottom of the ocean!

Our guest has spent a decade trying to break into the music industry, and now she is at the top of the Country world. Lainey Wilson tells us about her passion for music and how she landed a spot opening for Luke Combs and guest staring on Yellowstone!  There are a million different gadgets for your home, but what about for camping? Handy Andy Baryer brings us the best camping gadgets for this summer. Scientist Dr. Joseph Dituri joins us from the ocean. Seriously! He has spent nearly 100 days underwater studying the effect of the ocean on himself and admiring the environment. Dr. Dituri tells us more about his research, what it's like to be isolated underwater, and why he did it in the first place. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
6/6/20231 hour, 5 minutes, 6 seconds
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Should passengers be allowed to kick their feet up on airplanes?

Should passengers be allowed to kick their feet up on airplanes? Travel expert Claire Newell walks us through airplane etiquette! We go through what you should do on planes and why some airlines are changing their onboard policies. Get ready for a surprisingly detailed look at hot dogs as we reveal what Shiftheads have chosen as the best condiment for hot dogs.  RUOK with Duck Hunt? How about swans? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
6/5/202348 minutes, 39 seconds
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Making Sense of Inflation

The Bank of Canada thinks high wages are partially to blame for inflation, but is that true? Dominique Lapointe, Manulife Global Macro Strategist, helps us make sense of inflation. We get into the real reasons for high prices and what could help bring them down. What did inflation look like in the '80s? We rewind for Flashback Friday to compare the prices of everyday things! You won't believe how cheap bacon was! And RUOK with selling houses and much more!
6/2/20231 hour, 8 minutes, 19 seconds
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What The Hell Should I Watch This Weekend with Steve Stebbing - June 1st

Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse! is here! Steve Stebbing reviews that and more on What the Hell Should We Watch This Weekend.
6/2/202314 minutes, 31 seconds
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What is the biggest Canadian pop song of all time?

Stepan Berko tells us about his new career, finding and training lawmakers to help strengthen Ukranian democracy. Plus, he gives us his reaction to the brutal drone strikes on Kiyv in May. What is the biggest Canadian pop song of all time? Test your knowledge on Canada's favourite radio game show! It's the Pop music edition of Gameshowey!  And RUOK with toothpaste and much more!
6/1/202354 minutes, 40 seconds
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Technological World with Blaine Kyllo - May 31

Blaine Kyllo breaks down Zelda's impressive sales figures, new games from Bungie, and the online habits of younger people on the Technological World.
6/1/202314 minutes, 4 seconds
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Wellness Rituals for Health, Strength & Hope

You can have control over your body and how you age! Author, speaker, and team chiropractor for the Toronto Argonauts, Dr. Dwight Chapin, tells us about his 7 Wellness Rituals for Health, Strength & Hope book. On the World of Weird Things with Greg Fish, we look at the miracle cure for everything that Conspiracy Theorists have found! It's called a Med Bed, and unfortunately, it's not real. And RUOK with Hugs and much more!
5/31/20231 hour, 3 minutes, 16 seconds
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A journey back to music

If you ever wanted to hear about the relationships, heartbreaks and friendships that write rock songs, you need to hear this conversation. Econoline Crush frontman Trevor Hurst tells us about his journey back to rock music RUOK with national parks? Cheese? Bakeries? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
5/30/20231 hour, 12 minutes, 6 seconds
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What is Canada's best burger? And why?

Stage diving, lighters, headbanging, shouting free bird. Those are all rock and roll traditions, but have you ever wondered how they started? Canadian music broadcaster Alan Cross tells us the history and amazing stories behind rock's traditions What is the best burger in Canada? Your calls and texts help us find some of the best of the best RUOK with grad and its pranks? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
5/29/202351 minutes, 32 seconds
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Saving reefs with Sound

How is it possible for investigators to solve a crime that happened 30 years ago? Peter Valentin is a former detective and forensic scientist at the University of New Haven. He tells us how forensic science works and what it's like to work on those cases. An extinct coral reef in Australia is back, thanks to some music! Dominic McAfee, a marine ecologist from the University of Adelaide in Australia, tells us why colonial fishing killed off reefs and how his team used homemade underwater speakers to bring life back to those reefs. And RUOK with Hot Pockets?
5/26/202355 minutes, 15 seconds
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What The Hell Should I Watch This Weekend with Steve Stebbing - May 24th

What The Hell Should I Watch This Weekend with Steve Stebbing - May 24th
5/26/202315 minutes, 6 seconds
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It's All About Attitude

Finishing a marathon is tough, but could you do it with no legs? Chris Koch is a Canadian farmer, public speaker, and athlete whose outlook on life and attitude has helped him complete marathons around the world, even though he was born with no arms or legs. We hope you stretched your brain because it's time for a runner's edition of Gameshowey Trivia! RUOK with Beach Parties?
5/25/202359 minutes, 35 seconds
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Marathon Running

Finishing a marathon is tough, but could you do it with no legs? Chris Koch is a Canadian farmer, public speaker, and athlete whose outlook on life and attitude has helped him complete marathons around the world, even though he was born with no arms or legs.
5/25/202321 minutes, 9 seconds
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Technological World with Blaine Kyllo - May 24

Blaine Kyllo goes through the surprising announcements made at Sony's Playstation showcase and more on the Technolgical World.
5/25/202312 minutes, 54 seconds
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Power of the PM

Did you know that Canada's Prime Minister is the most powerful democratic leader in the world, even more than the U.S. President? Canadian public administration and regional economic development scholar Donald Savoie helps us understand why Canadian Prime Ministers have so much power, where the power comes from, and why that should change. RUOK with the Great Florida Saga?
5/24/202358 minutes, 9 seconds
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The race to the Moon!

Every major power is racing to be the next on the Moon, and NASA is turning to the private sector to make that happen. Andrew C. Ferreira tells us what Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin is looking to build for NASA and why it could speed up our journey to the moon. Handy Andy Baryer is Canada's DIY gardener, and we learned he is overly excited about something we never expected. Learn what that is and how the French are fighting to save your iPhone. And RUOK with finder's keepers?
5/23/202355 minutes, 48 seconds
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Who gets sued when AI is misused?

Who gets sued when AI is misused? Maura R. Grossman is a Research Professor in the School of Computer Science at the University of Waterloo Tells, and she tells us how lawmakers are trying to create AI policy and how you can avoid falling for an AI scam.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
5/19/202328 minutes, 43 seconds
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What the hell should I watch this weekend? - May 18

Believe it or not, it's time to review Fast and Furious X! Steve Stebbing reviews that and so much more on What the Hell Should We Watch This Weekend.    HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
5/19/202312 minutes, 39 seconds
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The Future of AI

Who gets sued when AI is misused? Maura R. Grossman is a Research Professor in the School of Computer Science at the University of Waterloo Tells, and she tells us how lawmakers are trying to create AI policy and how you can avoid falling for an AI scam.   It's Flashback Friday, and we look back to 2014. You will be surprised to hear how little has changed since then and how good the music was.    RUOK with Renaming the Wienermobile?   HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
5/19/202359 minutes, 55 seconds
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Technological World with Blaine Kyllo - May 17, 2023

Blaine Kyllo reviews the Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, and takes a look at the next generation of Amazon Echo. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
5/18/202313 minutes, 3 seconds
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How do we recover from devastating fires?

Forest fires impact every Canadian, and Dr. Tara McGee, Professor in the Faculty of Science at the University of Alberta, helps us understand that impact. We hear more about how fires displace communities and how we recover from devastating fires.   Test your knowledge about festivals on this week's edition of Gameshowey!   RUOK with Bees? How about twins?   HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
5/18/202359 minutes, 29 seconds
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The Fight For Our Right To Repair

It seems everything we buy is designed to fail, but is that about to change? Global News New Reality reporter Krista Hessey tells us about her investigation into the fight for our right to repair everything we buy.  Could a West Jet strike actually be good for passengers? Travel Expert Claire Newel tells us what we could expect to see happen if West Jet staff go on strike.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
5/17/202338 minutes, 59 seconds
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What makes a summer concert so special?

What makes a summer concert so special? Canadian Grammy-award-winning artist Alex Cuba tells us why he loves summer shows and shares how he found what matters most in his very busy life. Handy Andy Baryer gives us a fresh dose of gardening tips and tells us how to pick the right smart lock for a home! RUOK with vaping? How about The Weeknd? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
5/16/20231 hour, 1 minute, 3 seconds
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Long weekend eats with Alyssa B!

Nutritionist Alyssa B tells us how you can make your own salad dressing that's cheaper than the stuff you buy in-store! We also find some recipes for low-sugar juice, iced coffee, and more! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
5/16/202317 minutes, 48 seconds
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Why is the cost of farming so high in Canada?

RUOK with Graduating from high school and college at the same time? Young farmers are having to get creative to find their start in agriculture. Benoit Curé is with L'Arterre, an organization that sets up young farmers on farms with retiring owners. Cure tells us why his organization needs to do this and why the cost of farming is so high in Canada.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
5/15/202336 minutes, 41 seconds
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A look at dramatic Stanley Cup runs from two teams!

Our guest went from the battle of Kharkiv in Ukraine to thriving in Canada's animation industry! Mariia Shakula takes us through her journey to Canada and her new career in Vancouver. Plus, Paul Durante, former broadcaster and CEO of ArtWave, tells us how VanArts set up 25 Ukrainian students, including Mariia, with scholarships. We celebrate Canadian hockey greatness for Flashback Friday! We rewind to look at two dramatic stanley cup runs from two teams. RUOK with Goats? How about star gazing? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
5/12/202357 minutes, 42 seconds
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What the hell should I watch this weekend? - May 11

Steve Stebbing reviews the new movie about the story of BlackBerry and more on What the Hell Should We Watch This Weekend. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
5/12/202314 minutes, 47 seconds
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From fleeing Ukraine to thriving in Canada's animation industry!

Our guest went from the battle of Kharkiv in Ukraine to thriving in Canada's animation industry! Mariia Shakula takes us through her journey to Canada and her new career in Vancouver. Plus, Paul Durante, former broadcaster and CEO of ArtWave, tells us how VanArts set up 25 Ukrainian students, including Mariia, with scholarships. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
5/12/202323 minutes, 38 seconds
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What happens to a forest after it burns to the ground?

Who is going to win the Mother's Day edition of Gameshowey trivia? Shane or an actual mom? Find out as we battle for bragging rights! What happens to a forest after it burns to the ground? Catherine Dieleman is an Assistant Professor in Boreal Forest Ecology at the University of Guelph. She tells us the science behind Canada's wildfires. RUOK with carnivals? How about stadium food? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
5/11/202357 minutes, 9 seconds
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Technological World with Blaine Kyllo - May 10, 2023

Microsoft's next big game is not what we were hoping for. Blaine Kyllo reviews Redfall, a vampire video game with no bite, and more on the Technological World.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
5/11/202315 minutes, 6 seconds
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Will a new smart traffic light save lives?

If you could write one rule of the road, what would it be? Your calls and texts! Will a new smart traffic light save lives? Anthony Lapointe, co-owner of Kalitec, tells us about his company's high-tech traffic light in Quebec and if he thinks we are overdue for an overhaul of traffic rules. RUOK with Wine? How about the GPS? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
5/10/202353 minutes, 21 seconds
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How to digital spring clean your inbox!

Dr. Yevgeniya Gaber is a Ukrainian foreign policy expert in Odesa, and she tells us what happens behind closed doors when academics put their brains together and how those meetings have an impact on the global stage.  Is your email inbox overflowing? Are you swamped with offers and flyers that you don't care about? So are we! Handy Andy joins us for a conversation on spring cleaning your inbox. RUOK with Gordon Lightfoot? How about fishing? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
5/9/20231 hour, 1 minute, 57 seconds
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Do you think Kate Bush belongs in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame?

Do you think Kate Bush belongs in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame? We go through the Hall's 7 new inductees. RUOK with themed weddings? The Pixies? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
5/8/202342 minutes
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What the hell should I watch this weekend? - May 4

Steve Stebbing reviews Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 and more on What The Hell Should We Watch This Weekend. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
5/5/202312 minutes, 39 seconds
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What does it mean to be a patient?

Being a patient is a hard pill to swallow, but it doesn't need to be. Psychiatrist Dr. Harvey Chochinov tells us what it means to be a patient, how to be a good one, and why there is a difference between health care and health caring.  RUOK with pasta? How about getting a cab? Who launched a drone over the Kremlin, and why? Dr. Hanna Shelest is live in Odesa and tells us what we need to know about the strike and gives us the latest on the war in Ukraine. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
5/5/202358 minutes, 46 seconds
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When does food become a snack and get taxed?

When does food become a snack and get taxed? Sylvain Charlebois, Professor in food distribution and policy at Dalhousie University, tells us why the price of food is still rising and if we are eating or buying less food.  Get your tea and biscuits out! It's time for a royal-themed Gameshowey Trivia Showdown. Even if you don't care about the royals, we promise you will learn something bizarre about them. RUOK with mustard? How about seagulls? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
5/4/20231 hour, 5 minutes, 16 seconds
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Technological World with Blaine Kyllo - May 3, 2023

Did the best Star Wars game ever just release? Blaine Kyllo reviews Jedi: Survivor and more on the Technological World. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
5/4/202312 minutes, 20 seconds
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The incredible history of the Stone of Destiny!

The King's coronation needs holy oil, a crown, and a giant rock! Rachel Pickering, a historian and advisor for Historic Environment Scotland, tells us the incredible history of the Stone of Destiny and why it's such an important part of the coronation ceremony. RUOK with icebergs? How about being bald? We have talked about a lot of weird things with Greg Fish, but this might be the weirdest one yet! Greg tells us why the future of cyborgs is going to be squishy!  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
5/3/202356 minutes, 13 seconds
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Is Ozempic the world's first weight loss drug?

Is Ozempic the world's first weight loss drug? Weight loss specialist Dr. Sean Wharton tells us more about the Diabetes drug that is being used by celebrities to lose weight and what happens to your body when you stop taking it. Dr. Wharton also helps us understand obesity as a disease. Handy Andy Baryer tells us the one thing he wishes he new before buying a Roomba. Plus, wedding rings that are packed with technology. .   RUOK with Ferraris? How about Video Calls? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
5/2/202356 minutes, 6 seconds
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Why is Canada's army struggling to address the crisis in Haiti and Sudan?

Mike Nimco and his 12 year-old-son Matt are die-hard Edmonton Oilers fans...from Australia! We find out what it's like to be a mega fan of a hockey team from the other side of the world! Canada's army was held in the highest regard, but one expert thinks that's changing. Richard Shimooka, senior fellow and the Macdonald-Laurier Institute and an expert in defense strategy, tells us why Canada's army is struggling to address the crisis in Haiti and Sudan and why he thinks our international reputation can be salvaged.  RUOK with sperm banks? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
5/1/202345 minutes, 58 seconds
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What it's like to be an Edmonton Oilers fan from Australia!

Mike Nimco and his 12 year-old-son Matt are die-hard Edmonton Oilers fans...from Australia! We find out what it's like to be a mega fan of a hockey team from the other side of the world! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
5/1/202315 minutes, 36 seconds
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A Halifax-area chef's incredible weight loss journey!

Halifax-area chef Derrick Bona shares his incredible weight loss journey and how he received some motivation from The Terminator himself, Arnold Schwarzenegger. Lawyer and democracy advocate Stepan Berko updates us on the situation in Ukraine from Kyiv. He tells us why Ukraine's spring offensive is still on hold and how his family tries to enjoy life despite the ongoing war. RUOK with American Pie? How about being a fan? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
4/28/20231 hour, 1 minute, 50 seconds
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A deep dive into Canada's rich Jazz history!

It's National Jazz Month, and we take a deep dive into Canada's rich Jazz history! Alan Matheson, a musician and Jazz historian with UBC, tells us about the roots of the genre in Canada and how it has evolved over the last few decades. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
4/28/202324 minutes, 26 seconds
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What the hell should I watch this weekend? - April 27

Steve Stebbing reviews the latest Peter Pan movie and more on What The Hell Should We Watch This Weekend!  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
4/28/202315 minutes, 6 seconds
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The recent string of violence in Canada!

Canadians are seeing shocking crimes across the country, but why? Lawyer, Author, and Criminologist Neil Boyd helps us make sense of the recent string of violence in Canada.  Canada's favorite radio game show gets extra Canadian with a hockey-themed Gameshowey! Shane and Kelsey battle for Stanley Cups while trying to stay out of the penalty box!  RUOK with the munchies? How about gold? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
4/27/20231 hour, 1 minute, 16 seconds
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Technological World with Blaine Kyllo - April 26, 2023

Blaine Kyllo talks about the business side of video games as Sega and Netflix make moves on The Technological World. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
4/27/202314 minutes, 18 seconds
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Why debunking disinformation is getting harder

Does Debunking work anymore? On The World of Weird Things with Greg Fish, we dig into why debunking disinformation is getting harder, why people believe what they do, and how social media exploits them. On the Millenial on the Radio, Ryan O'Donnell digs into a massive record dropped by one of Canada's biggest indie musicians. It's over 9 hours of songs, so is it worth listening to?  RUOK with piercings? How about selling your dog? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
4/26/202356 minutes, 5 seconds
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A deep dive into Canada's rich Jazz history!

It's National Jazz Month, and we take a deep dive into Canada's rich Jazz history! Alan Matheson, a musician and Jazz historian with UBC, tells us about the roots of the genre in Canada and how it has evolved over the last few decades. Can a song be a hit if was made with Artificial intelligence? Canadian music correspondent Eric Alper tells us how computer-generated songs could shake up the music industry.  RUOK with the Lost and Found? How about misleading tweets? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
4/25/202359 minutes, 38 seconds
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How should you ask for money?

Wondering how to secure a raise or funds to kickstart your next project? Alana Stott, author of How to Ask for Money joins Shane with all the details! Is an exploding rocket a success for SpaceX? Andrew C. Ferreira, a space expert with the Vancouver Science Centre breaks down what really happened. And RUOK with bachelor parties? How about complaining about a screaming baby on a busy flight?  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
4/24/202353 minutes, 4 seconds
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What the hell should I watch this weekend? - April 20

Steve Stebbing reviews Evil Dead Rise and more on What The Hell Should We Watch This Weekend! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
4/21/202315 minutes, 41 seconds
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Are grocery stores to blame for rising food prices?

Are grocery stores really to blame for rising food prices? Sylvain Charlebois, a Canadian researcher and professor in food distribution and policy at Dalhousie University, dives into some of the real issues we aren't talking about when it comes to inflating food prices Craft beer market founder, PJ L'Heureux has been given one of the highest honours in the industry, being welcomed into knighthood by the Confederation of Belgian Brewers. RUOK with pest control? How about relaxing outside? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
4/21/202350 minutes, 34 seconds
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An Ontario teacher is going viral for her fashion!

An Ontario teacher is going viral for her fashion and approach to reaching kids. Zhara Hassan tells us how she is using social media and fashion to inspire her students. Plus, your calls and texts on school uniforms! Grab your munchies, because it's time for 420 Gameshowey! We mark the laziest day of the year with cannabis-themed trivia!  RUOK with taking a shower? How about raccoons? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
4/20/202357 minutes, 25 seconds
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Technological World with Blaine Kyllo - April 19, 2023

On the Technological World, Blaine Kyllo reviews the newest Minecraft game, celebrates the Canadian game industry, and looks at a brilliant tablet that could replace your paper notebooks.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
4/20/202315 minutes, 19 seconds
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How are Ukrainians feeling after the massive Pentagon leak?

How are Ukrainians feeling after the massive Pentagon leak? Democracy advocate and former judge Mykhailo Zhernakov gives us his reaction from Kyiv and tells us why the country desperately needs American fighter planes.  RUOK with pizza delivery? How about organ donation?  Cyber security expert Charles Finlay, with Toronto Metropolitan University, tells us how the Russians are launching cyber attacks against Canada, what's vulnerable to attack, and why he thinks attacks arents slowing down any time soon.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
4/19/202358 minutes, 55 seconds
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Taking a look at the biggest musical alter-egos!

We take a look at the biggest musical alter-egos with Canadian music correspondent Eric Alper. He takes us through the most surprising alter-egos in music and why artists create them in the first place.  RUOK with free money? How about porch pirates? Tesla is under fire for allegedly sharing photos of people driving their cars! Chris Pinche, computer scientist and technology entrepreneur, tells us what happened and why tech companies need to take data privacy and data protection seriously. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
4/18/20231 hour, 9 minutes, 22 seconds
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Spring Flavours with Alyssa B!

Nutritionist Alyssa B tells us about the ingredients you can grow this spring that will help you take control of your health and diet. She also gives us some amazing recipes that you need to try this spring!  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
4/17/202323 minutes, 4 seconds
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SpaceX's newest rockets are going to the moon!

Why would Elon Musk pay to build a giant rocket if its just going to blow up? Andrew C. Ferreira tells us more about SpaceX's newest rockets and why we need them to reach the moon.  Are you avoiding filing your taxes? Taz Rajan with Bromwitch+Smith gives us tips on how to tackle your Taxes without the stress. RUOK with Quesadillas? How about losing your phone? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
4/17/202351 minutes
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Raising awareness about the Korean War!

Nutritionist Alyssa B tells us about the ingredients you can grow this spring that will help you take control of your health and diet. She also gives us some amazing recipes that you need to try this spring!  The Korean War is often called Canada's forgotten war, but one Canadian wants to change that. Historian Guy Black tells us about his Terry Fox-inspired journey across BC and Korea to raise awareness of the war.  RUOK with Fight Club? How about getting married... in Vegas! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
4/14/20231 hour, 6 minutes, 18 seconds
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What the hell should I watch this weekend? - April 13

Steve Stebbing reviews Renfield, the new Dracula movie starring Nicholas Cage, and more on What The Hell Should We Watch This Weekend!
4/14/202315 minutes, 49 seconds
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Technological World with Blaine Kyllo - April 12, 2023

What does a visit to the Apple store look like for Blaine Kyllo? He tells us how to pick the right Apple computer, plus VR games on The Technological World. 
4/13/202317 minutes, 52 seconds
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The challenges of living with Parkinson's Disease

Larry Gifford, host of the podcast "When Life Gives You Parkinson's", tells us about the challenges of living with Parkinson's, the warning signs, and the incredible new treatments being developed.  Let's a go! It's time for a Mario and Animation-themed round of Gameshowey Trivia. RUOK with RUM AND BUTTER CHOCOLATE? How about Do-It-Yourself work? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
4/13/202359 minutes, 42 seconds
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A new T-Shirt featuring Terry Fox gets some high praise!

A new T-Shirt featuring Terry Fox is getting some pretty high praise from one of Canada's biggest stars. Terry's brother, Fred Fox, tells us more about the 43rd annual run registration and how you can celebrate Terry's achievements with #DearTerry What are we going to live in when we get to Mars? Greg Fish tells us how we could create space concrete for our extra-terrestrial houses on the World of Weird Things.  RUOK with the LOTTO? How about Baby Shark! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
4/12/202359 minutes, 42 seconds
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Why is commercial real estate thriving in Canada?

One sector of Canada's economy is booming, and it's all thanks to the stuff we buy! Adam Jacobs, Senior National Director of Research, Colliers, tells us why commercial real estate is thriving, even with plenty of people still working remotely. Handy Andy Baryer doesn't want you to throw out your old garden hose! He has tips on how you can transform it into something new. Andy has that, how to keep your vacuum in tip-top shape, and more! RUOK with public art? How about bodyguards? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
4/11/20231 hour, 4 minutes, 23 seconds
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The important role of critics in the modern music industry!

Ed Sheeran thinks we don't need music critics anymore! Canadian music broadcaster Eric Alper gives us his thoughts on this and tells us about the role music critics play in the modern music industry.  Is your cell phone bill about to go down? Gerry Wall, CEO of Wall Communications and a veteran of the Canadian telecommunications industry tells us how the Rogers-Shaw deal could impact telecommunication prices and why they are so expensive in the first place!  Are you ready to go camping? Find out in the Camping edition of Game Showey Trivia! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
4/6/20231 hour, 1 minute
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What the hell should I watch this weekend? - April 5

Steve Stebbing tells us if the Super Mario Movie lives up to the character's name and more on What The Hell Should We Watch This Weekend
4/6/202310 minutes, 53 seconds
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Are Trump-Style politics seeping into Canada?

Are Trump-Style politics seeping into Canada? Mount Royal University political scientist Duane Bratt tells us how Canadian politicians are taking pages out of Trump's playbook and why our political climate is vastly different than the United States. A huge study has found a majority of Canadians who require medical cannabis are turning to the recreational market! Dr. Lynda Balneaves, Associate Professor at the University of Manitoba, tells us how Canadians are using cannabis to treat their ailments and why turning to the recreational cannabis market can have devastating effects on health care. RUOK with chocolate? How about American Idol? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
4/5/20231 hour, 58 seconds
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The shifting attitudes with the art of tattoos!

Are tattoos still taboo? Janeen Scott, tattoo artist and co-owner of Hemlock Tattoo in Calgary, tells us why Canadians get tattoos, the shifting attitudes of the art, and why she thinks the industry is desperate for regulation.  Do you want Alexa to send you room service? Handy Andy Baryer tells us about his high-tech hotel stay created by Amazon. RUOK gift cards? How about Italian? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
4/4/20231 hour, 4 minutes, 48 seconds
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Do you want Alexa to send you room service?

Do you want Alexa to send you room service? Handy Andy Baryer tells us about his high-tech hotel stay created by Amazon.
4/4/202318 minutes, 52 seconds
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Canadians are still letting the bed bugs bite!

Canadians are still letting the bed bugs bite! Sean Rollo, a Technical Director at Orkin Canada and Entomologist, tells us why bed bugs are still a big problem in Canada, how to protect your home from pests, and why you shouldn't squash every bug you see!  Ryan has a get off my lawn moment as he gets into movie theatre etiquette and the sheer lack of it right now.  RUOK with working in Sanitation? How about Dairy Queen? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
4/3/202347 minutes, 47 seconds
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A summary of Chinese election interference!

It's weird science with Andrew C. Ferreira, and he takes us through some massive discoveries made in space this week. We look at a massive burst of gamma rays, a gargantuan black hole, and the one thing in space that Andrew loses sleep over. We get a summary of Chinese election interference with Johnathan Berkshire Miller, Director of the Indo-Pacific Program at the Mcdonald Laurier institute. He helps us make sense of the allegations against MP Han Dong, public inquiries, and more. RUOK with sister cities? How about monopoly? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
3/31/202354 minutes, 56 seconds
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What the hell should I watch this weekend? - March 30

Steve Stebbing reviews Dungeons and Dragons: Honour Among Thieves, the new season of Succession, and so much more on What The Hell Should We Watch This Weekend!
3/31/202316 minutes, 38 seconds
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A massive burst of gamma rays!

It's Weird Science with Andrew C. Ferreira, and he takes us through some massive discoveries made in space this week. We look at a massive burst of gamma rays, A gargantuan black hole, and the one thing in space that Andrew loses sleep over.
3/31/202325 minutes, 25 seconds
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Spring is here, and so is Gameshowey!

Spring is here, and so is Gameshowey! Join us for a trivia battle for spring flowers and antihistamines! Canadians are happy and friendly people, but the Fins are on another level. Head of Visit Finland North America Heli Mende tells us why Finland is consistently ranked the happiest country in the world and what we can learn from them. RUOK with Sneakers? How about meatballs? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
3/30/20231 hour, 40 seconds
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Why is Finland consistently ranked as the world's happiest country?

Canadians are happy and friendly people, but the Fins are on another level! Head of Visit Finland North America Heli Mende tells us why Finland is consistently ranked the happiest country in the world and what we can learn from them.
3/30/202328 minutes, 1 second
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Technological World with Blaine Kyllo - March 29, 2023

The next entry in the Legend of Zelda series is around the corner, and Blaine Kyllo takes a deep dive into it on The Technological World.
3/30/202316 minutes, 42 seconds
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What is the hardest part of publishing a book?

It's Good News Tuesday, and a Shifthead shares a beautiful random act of kindness.  What if we told you the hardest part of publishing a book comes after you finish writing it? Author Hank Quesne tells us how he became an author at the age of 50 and how you can write and publish a book. RUOK with house guests? How about a hotel stay? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
3/29/202351 minutes, 36 seconds
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Is peanut butter a liquid or a solid?

Should we be worried about deepfakes, and how can we spot them? Matthew Wright is a Professor and Chair of Computing Security at Rochester Institute of Technology, and he tells us what deepfake technology is capable of and how they are trying to track and identify misuse of it. Do you want to save money on your streaming services? Handy Andy Baryer brings us a master class on how to get streaming and local news for free, legally!  Is peanut butter a liquid or a solid? The great debate happens with your texts!  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
3/28/20231 hour, 8 minutes, 58 seconds
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Springtime doesn't need to be spending time!

Springtime doesn't need to be spending time! Taz Rajan with Bromwich and Smith gives us some ideas on how to budget your spring break!  RUOK with Pizza? How about escape rooms? On the Millenial on the Radio, Ryan takes a look at Zellers first weekend back, and the future of TikTok HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
3/27/202351 minutes, 11 seconds
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What the hell should I watch this weekend? - March 23

Does John Wick; Chapter 4 end the series with a bang or a bust? Steve Stebbing reviews that and more for What the Hell Should We Watch This Weekend.
3/24/202311 minutes, 5 seconds
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Are you a teddy bear or a Shark?

We review the Tim Burton film Beetlejuice on The Shift AV Club with Steve Stebbing! Are you a teddy bear or a Shark? Sam Carr, Reader in Education with Psychology and Centre for Death and Society at the University of Bath, tells us how to find your conflict strategy. Carr also gives us ways to make difficult conversations a lot easier.  RUOK with lions? How about having kids? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
3/24/202359 minutes, 44 seconds
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Volcanoes on earth and other planets!

Professor Tracy Greg, a Volcanologist at the University of Buffalo, tells us how Volcanos created rocks out of plastic and shares incredible facts about the volcanoes on earth and other planets in our solar system. Pay close attention to that interview because it's Volcano Gameshowey! Test your knowledge of Volcanoes with us. You're gonna "lava" it!  RUOK with dog food? How about Family Feud? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
3/23/20231 hour, 5 minutes, 15 seconds
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Technological World with Blaine Kyllo - March 22, 2023

Blaine Kyllo takes us through Amazon's attempt at cloud gaming and new Smart TVs on the Technological World.
3/23/202317 minutes, 50 seconds
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Why does the world seem chaotic right now?

Does the world seem a little chaotic to you right now? Well, you're not alone. On the World of Weird Things, Greg Fish tells us how scientists and engineers predicted today's chaos.  Vladimir Putin's visit to occupied Mariupol may have had the opposite effect of what he was hoping for. Democracy advocate Stepan Berko joins us from Kyiv and tells us why Putin's visit backfired and how Ukraine is pushing forward with judicial reform.  Flight Paramedic Greg Barton with STARS air Ambulance tells us what it takes to be an air ambulance paramedic and the incredible story of how he rescued a man who won the lottery run by STARS.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
3/22/20231 hour, 8 minutes, 31 seconds
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How is it possible for a bank to fail?

How is it even possible for a bank to fail? Cristián Bravo, Associate Professor and Canada Research Chair in Banking and Insurance Analytics at Western University, tells us why Silicon Valley and Credit Suisse banks failed, how banking works, and what this means for your money.  Handy Andy Baryer takes us through his DIY self-watering garden! Is it genius, or just lazy? Andy also tells us when to use coffee grounds in your home garden and more! RUOK with dad jokes? We share some of your dad jokes! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
3/21/202354 minutes, 8 seconds
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The possible dangers of Artificial Intelligence social media filters

Dane Mercer joins Shane to discuss the possible dangers of A.I social media filters and how they can spread a false sense of security while also sharing news on her expanding family.  What are your superstitions? We take your calls and texts! RUOK with knock-knock jokes? How about skunks in school? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
3/20/202358 minutes, 36 seconds
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Could you create your perfect partner through Artificial intelligence?

From yummy treats to delicious drinks, Alyssa B joins Shane to discuss all things St. Patrick's Day. Could you create your perfect partner through the use of Artificial intelligence, and if you did, would you develop feelings for them, even though you know they're not real? Marisa Cohen, a relationship therapist and scientist, joins Shane to discuss her experiment with this matter, and how it surprised her.  RUOK with seaweed... in Florida? How about Tiger King for president? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
3/17/20231 hour, 2 minutes, 19 seconds
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What the hell should I watch this weekend? - March 16

Steve Stebbing takes a look at Shazam! Fury of the Gods, the new season of Ted Lasso, and more on What The Hell Should We Watch This Weekend!
3/17/202316 minutes, 33 seconds
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Technological World with Blaine Kyllo - March 15, 2023

Board games are coming to life on the screen and new VR games are more realistic and fun than ever. Blaine Kyllo joins Shane to discuss everything new in the world of technology.
3/16/202315 minutes, 27 seconds
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The power and importance of organ donations

Toby Boulet joins Shane to discuss the power and importance of organ donations following his son's tragic death and the upcoming Green shirt day! Board games are coming to life on the screen and new VR games are more realistic and fun than ever. Blaine Kyllo joins Shane to discuss everything new in the world of technology. The Shift's Executive Producer Kelsey Campbell joins the show to challenge Demi Knight for a St. Patrick's Day-themed Gameshowey! RUOK with evil empire lairs? How about more Zellers? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
3/16/20231 hour, 14 minutes, 58 seconds
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Why do we have such problems letting mysteries go?

It's Good News Tuesday! We hear some Good News and take calls from our Shiftheads! Greg Fish dives into a mystery that still plagues people nine years later. He discusses the vanishing of Flight MH370, and explores why we have such problems letting mysteries go, and why we resort to conspiracy theories when we're left without answers. RUOK with first class? How about the middle seat? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
3/15/202350 minutes, 21 seconds
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Music could be the therapy you never knew you needed!

Music could be the therapy you never knew you needed. Jennifer Buchanan, the executive director of the Canadian Association of Music Therapists, joins Shane to discuss how music therapy is playing an increasingly important role in fostering social, emotional, and academic skills, while also promoting health and an increased quality of life. HandyAndy joins Shane to discuss the issues that can arise with doggy DNA testing and social media censoring.  RUOK with cookies? How about ranch...ice cream? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
3/14/20231 hour, 59 seconds
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Safeguarding and protecting marine culture!

Lily Woodbury from Surfrider Foundation Pacific Rim talks the High Seas Treaty, safeguarding and protecting marine culture, and why it's important to start taking responsibility when it comes to our oceans and waterways. Mykhailo Zehrnakov joins Shane live from Kyiv to discuss what it looks like on the ground right now in Ukraine, why tourism is being encouraged in certain areas, and what could happen next when it comes to the Russian invasion. RUOK with Big Cats? How about a conch shell? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
3/13/202358 minutes, 35 seconds
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A shipwreck has been found off Thunder Bay!

A long-lost Shipwreck has been found off the coast of Thunder Bay, but not our Thunder Bay? Stephanie Gandulla, Resource Protection Coordinator at the Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary, tells us more about their incredible discovery of a shipwreck in Lake Huron and what is still resting at the bottom of the great lakes.  We are rewinding to the year 2000 as we look back at the music that was blasting in Ryan's mom's minivan! Hear the music, commercials and culture that defined the turn of the century.  RUOK with smart cars? How about dog parks? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
3/10/20231 hour, 2 minutes, 11 seconds
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What the hell should I watch this weekend? - March 9

Steve Stebbing takes a look at Scream VI, the new Luther movie, and more on What The Hell Should We Watch This Weekend!
3/10/202312 minutes, 47 seconds
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Do you want your hobby to be your job?

Do you want your hobby to be your job? Dusty Mitchell is a Canadian social media influencer with millions of followers! He tells us how his love of woodworking became a full-time gig thanks to his work online, and he gives us tips on how to take your hobby to the next level.  Get your drink on with us as we play a spring break-themed round of Game Showey trivia! RUOK with Tim Horton's Roll up The Rim to Win? How about deer? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
3/9/20231 hour, 43 seconds
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Technological World with Blaine Kyllo - March 8, 2023

Blaine Kyllo takes us through a new Kirby game from Nintendo, more VR games and more on the Technological World. 
3/9/202315 minutes, 54 seconds
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What is it like to infiltrate the Hells Angels?

What is it like to infiltrate the Hells Angels? Jay Dobyns is a former ATF agent, author, and public speaker who went undercover inside various criminal organizations. He shares his experiences, the challenges the work put on his family, and how he survived some truly terrifying encounters with the criminal underworld. Global Calgary's Cami Kepki joins Shane to discuss her role in the news world. She talks about what it’s been like to break through the sport's barrier as a woman, what the community around her looks like, and where she hopes to see women sports reporters go from here. RUOK with cemeteries? How about pandas? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
3/8/202355 minutes, 53 seconds
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A new song from the Sam Roberts Band!

Shane and Canadian singer-songwriter Sam Roberts recount 20 years of working in the music industry. Sam also tells us about his new song as part of New Music Monday! Handy Andy Baryer's quest to capture a pesky mouse has taken the nation by storm. We find out if his high-tech method of capturing the mouse worked! Plus, are Airbnb's spying on you?  What's the weirdest job you've ever done? Listener Jim Willox has been a bailiff for years! He tells us about the weirdest repos he has ever gone through.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
3/7/20231 hour, 10 minutes, 55 seconds
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The weirdest repos a bailiff has done!

What's the weirdest job you've ever done? Listener Jim Willox has been a bailiff for years! He tells us about the weirdest repos he has ever gone through. 
3/7/202318 minutes, 51 seconds
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How to take control your taxes and getting help!

Why are teachers in Ukraine giving classes from the floors of supermarkets? Hanna Shelest, Foreign policy expert, joins us from Odesa. She tells us how Ukrainian officials are trying to fortify their critical infrastructure and why we need to pay attention to Moldova.  Doing your taxes isn't exactly fun, but that doesn't mean it will ruin your day! Erik Solbakken is a CPA and the author of The Accountant Success Formula, and he tells us how to take control of your taxes and where to get the help needed to get them done. RUOK with thunderstorms? How about flurries? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
3/6/20231 hour, 8 minutes, 51 seconds
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What the hell should I watch this weekend? - March 2

The Rocky saga continues with Creed III! Steve Stebbing reviews that and more What The Hell Should We Watch This Weekend!
3/3/202314 minutes, 29 seconds
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How do you legally protect yourself in Canada?

How do you legally protect yourself in Canada? Neil Boyd, Professor Emeritus at Simon Fraser University's School of Criminology and one of Canada's top criminologists, gives us the answers to that and tells us about the crimes in Canada that need to be addressed.  Why are younger Canadians holding off on having kids? Ryan O'Donnell explores this on the Millennial on the Radio, and listeners share their philosophy on having kids.  RUOK with Big Macs? How about scary movies? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
3/3/20231 hour, 10 minutes, 28 seconds
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Will facial recognition benefit you or big corporations?

Will facial recognition benefit you or big corporations like Air Canada? Dr. Wonsook Lee, a professor in the Computer Science department at the University of Ottawa, tells us more about how facial recognition works, its real-world applications, and more!
3/3/202321 minutes, 22 seconds
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What it takes to train Service Dogs!

Thousands of Canadians depend on Service Animals, and this is what you need to know about them. William Thorton is the CEO of BC and Alberta Guide Dog, and he tells us what it takes to train these animals and why their owners continue to face obstacles in everyday life.  The best radio game show is back, and it's all bark, some bite. Test your Dog knowledge as we play Game Showey, the doggo edition!  RUOK with stealing french fries? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune I
3/2/202357 minutes, 19 seconds
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Technological World with Blaine Kyllo - March 1, 2023

Blaine Kyllo continues to take a deep dive into the new PlayStation VR and more on the Technological World! 
3/2/202317 minutes, 33 seconds
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Should we blame airlines for travel woes in Canada?

It's Good News Tuesday, and we share the inspiring story of Chantel Greene, a Canadian mom who was down on her luck when strangers sent her kindness and a big helping hand. Should we blame airlines for travel woes in Canada? Travel expert Claire Newell tells us why so many flights are being canceled across the country and what the state of the industry looks like right now.  RUOK with Waterslides? How about dogs? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
3/1/202346 minutes, 19 seconds
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Why are young adults itching at the chance to gamble?

Turning 18 or 19 is exciting, but are young adults itching at the chance to drink or gamble? Keith Whyte, the executive director of the National Council on Problem Gambling joins us for a deep dive into unregulated gambling and the titanic online gambling industry.  Handy Andy Bayer has a sneaky mouse in his house again! Find out how he is going to use tech and classic DIY to track it down, plus how Robots are going to start doing your chores! RUOK with long-distance relationships? How about advice? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
2/28/20231 hour, 13 minutes, 59 seconds
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Switching to a 4-day work week!

This could be the argument you need to switch to a 4-day work week. Charlotte Lockhart, Managing Director and Founder of 4 Day Week Global, helps us understand if this could work for every career and what you need to know about their latest worldwide test.  Will facial recognition benefit you or big corporations like Air Canada? Dr. Wonsook Lee, a professor in the Computer Science department at the University of Ottawa, tells us more about how facial recognition works, its real-world applications, and more. RUOK with drive-thrus? How about hecklers? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
2/27/20231 hour, 37 seconds
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What the hell should I watch this weekend? - February 23

Is Cocaine Bear as wild of a movie as it sounds? Steve Stebbing reviews that and more on What the Hell Should We Watch This Weekend! 
2/24/202316 minutes, 36 seconds
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The 1 year anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine

It is the anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Lawyer Stepan Berko joins us from Kiyv, and Randall Baran-Chong, the Executive Director of Pathfinders for Ukraine, a group supporting Ukrainian refugees in Canada, joins us for a special panel to see how much has changed since February 24th, 2022. And RUOK with Ketchup? How about the Cookie Monster? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
2/24/202358 minutes, 18 seconds
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Technological World with Blaine Kyllo - February 22, 2023

Has PlayStation finally built a VR set that anyone can use? Blaine Kyllo gives his review of the Playstation VR 2 on the Technological World.
2/23/202318 minutes, 23 seconds
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Rock of Ages returns to Canada!

It's Rock and Roll night on The Shift, and we kick it off with JP Gedeon, the executive producer of the broadway classic Rock of Ages! He tells us what it takes to put on the show, what makes the music so special, and what you can expect to see as it returns to Canada!  Gameshowey is back with Rock and Roll trivia! Our executive producer, Kelsey Campbell, battles it out with Shane for the chance to win spandex pants, hair spray, and bragging rights. RUOK with Diesel? How about traffic? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
2/23/202356 minutes, 21 seconds
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The human element of the opioid crisis

A new documentary is highlighting the human element of the opioid crisis that we all need to hear. Colin Askey, director of Love in the Time of Fentanyl, tells us about his film and the incredible love found in the groups impacted by the opioid crisis.  What is document dumping, and what do you need to know about it? Political scientist Duane Bratt walks us through it and gives us examples of how governments strategically dump their dirty laundry.  RUOK with Guns N' Roses? How about Gators? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
2/22/20231 hour, 3 minutes, 51 seconds
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How is U.S. President Joe Biden's visit sitting with Ukrainians?

U.S. President Joe Biden made a surprise visit to Ukraine, so how is that sitting with Ukrainians? Lawyer and Democracy Advocate Mykhailo Zhernakov gives us his thoughts on the president's visit and the upcoming anniversary of the war.  Do we need more bike lanes or highways? Markus Moos, Director of the School of Planning at the University of Waterloo, tells us how to address urban planning issues across the country and highlights exciting ways Canadian cities are innovating infrastructure. RUOK with Barney? How about Scorpions? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
2/21/202356 minutes, 55 seconds
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1 on 1 with the voice of Pokémon's Ash Ketchum!

Sarah Natochenny has been the voice of Pokémon's Ash Ketchum for 17 years! She tells us what it's like to be dedicated to that job for so long and her experience being the voice of an iconic cartoon character.  Family Day is an amazing opportunity to spend quality time with loved ones, but it can get expensive! Taz Rajan, community engagement partner at Bromich + Smith, tells us how you can enjoy Family Day without adding debt to the agenda. RUOK with pools? How about an Irish accent? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
2/17/202359 minutes, 35 seconds
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What the hell should I watch this weekend? - February 16

Are Marvel movies declining? Steve Stebbing reviews Ant-Man & The Wasp: Quantumania and more on What The Hell Should We Watch This Weekend.
2/17/202315 minutes, 53 seconds
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Technological World with Blaine Kyllo - February 15, 2023

Hogwarts Legacy, the new Harry Potter game, is surrounded by controversy, but is the game worth it? Blaine Kyllo gives his thoughts on The Technological World.
2/16/202315 minutes, 34 seconds
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Do loyalty programs actually work in your favour?

Do loyalty programs actually work in your favour? Tim Silk, Associate Professor at UBC's Sauder School of Business, tells us how these programs work and how you can take advantage of them.  Hogwarts Legacy, the new Harry Potter game, is surrounded by controversy, but is the game worth it? Blaine Kyllo gives his thoughts on The Technological World. RUOK with forgiveness? How about coffee cups? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
2/16/20231 hour, 33 seconds
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Teaching kids about Black History in Canada!

It's good news Tuesday, we take good news from you! Canadian rapper and motivational speaker D.O. Gibson tells us about the amazing work he is doing to teach kids about Black History. D.O. explains the responsibility of teaching kids Black History, what inspires him, and his incredible family connection to Canada's Black History. RUOK with grocery bags? How about chocolate? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
2/15/202357 minutes, 51 seconds
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Can you bring food into the bedroom this Valentine's Day?

Can you bring food into the bedroom this Valentine's Day? Nutritionist Alyssa B gives us amazing Valentine’s day recipes and tips on how you can make food a part of your date this year!
2/14/202325 minutes, 40 seconds
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Is flying getting easier in Canada?

Can you bring food into the bedroom this Valentine's Day? Nutritionist Alyssa B gives us amazing Valentine’s day recipes and tips on how you can make food a part of your date this year! RUOK with Mixtapes? What are your essential love mixtape songs? Is flying getting easier in Canada? Michael Deluce, president and CEO of Porter Airlines, tells us about their big expansion to western Canada, what their airline offers, and what commercial air travel might look like this year. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
2/14/20231 hour, 5 minutes, 14 seconds
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Is it easy being a Canadian player in the National Football League?

Is it easy being a Canadian NFL player? Chase Claypool, a Canadian wide receiver for the Chicago Bears, tells us about his journey to the NFL and his traditions for the Super Bowl! What is the most important thing you need to learn a language? Linguist Matthew Youlden speaks 25 languages, and he is going to tell us why he thinks learning a language can be easy. Youlden also gives us some strategies you can use to learn any language!  RUOK with Facebook Marketplace? How about home-cooked meals? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
2/13/202358 minutes, 11 seconds
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What the hell should I watch this weekend? - February 9

Steve Stebbing takes a look at the new Magic Mike movie and so much more on What the Hell Should We watch This Weekend! 
2/10/202313 minutes, 57 seconds
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How do romantic movies change the way we go after love in real life?

How do romantic movies change the way we go after love in real life? Zorianna Zurba, Assistant Professor at Toronto Metropolitan University, Studies romance in films, and she tells us the good and bad ways movies change our perception of love and what makes a good romantic movie! So a piece of the sun apparently detached from itself? What the heck is happening? Andrew C. Ferreira tells us about the sun's solar vortex that is taking the internet by storm. Plus, why SpaceX's new rocket could help put humans back on the moon and help us stay there. RUOK with handshakes.. again? How about traveling? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
2/10/20231 hour, 1 minute
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Technological World with Blaine Kyllo - January 9, 2023

Nintendo dropped some bombs on the gaming world today, and Blaine Kyllo has all the details! He gives us a look at the next Legend of Zelda game, a remaster of a Nintendo classic, and so much more! 
2/9/202316 minutes, 54 seconds
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How to deal with imposter syndrome!

Do you ever feel like a phony at work? Do you feel like you don’t belong in your field? You might be suffering from imposter syndrome. Dr. Valerie Young, an expert on imposter syndrome, tells us why nearly 3 out of 5 people experience it and how you can overcome it. Cyber security expert Hank The Hacker tells us how you can keep criminals from hacking into your key fob! Plus, why it’s getting cheaper and easier for criminals to steal our cars.  RUOK with Big Macs? How about Starbucks? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
2/9/20231 hour, 1 minute, 39 seconds
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What can we do now for the people in Syria and Turkey devastated by the earthquake?

Millions of people in Turkey and Syria have been devastated by a massive earthquake, so what can we do now? Fatuma Shideh is with the Humanitarian Coalition, and she tells us what we can do to help the people impacted by the earthquakes. The last Boeing 747 has left the factory, and we want to know what made it so special? Dave Frank, Executive Director of the BC Aviation Council, Tells us why the 747 changed the way we fly and how it revolutionized the world. RUOK with handshakes? How about working overtime? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
2/8/202359 minutes, 24 seconds
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What made the earthquake in Turkey and Syria so deadly?

What made the earthquake in Turkey and Syria so deadly? John Clauge, professor of earth sciences at Simon Fraser University, helps us understand why this quake is so significant. He also takes us through what earthquakes in Canada look like and why even small earthquakes can cause massive destruction. So why is China sending Balloons over the pacific? Jonathan Berkshire Miller, an international affairs expert with the Macdonald-Laurier Institute, gives us his thoughts on the situation and why a balloon created a diplomatic crisis for the west. RUOK with Delivery, because there is no more Delisio? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
2/7/202358 minutes, 57 seconds
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The 2023 Grammy Awards are here!

The 2023 Grammy Awards are here! Should we care? Eric Alper, Canadian music correspondent, blogger, and radio host, tells us more about the lasting impact of the Grammys, why the show has had some rough years lately, and if it is still the biggest night in music.   Can artificial intelligence write a screenplay? Ryan O’Donnell is the millennial on the radio, and he tells us about a Seinfeld-like TV show created entirely by AI. RUOK with Karens? What about using your parent's credit card? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
2/6/202355 minutes, 31 seconds
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What the hell should I watch this weekend? - February 2

Is M. Night Shyamalan's new movie a flop, or a hit? Steve Stebbing reviews that and more on What The Hell Should We watch This Weekend!
2/6/202313 minutes, 26 seconds
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What is going on with 24 Sussex Drive?

Why won't any politician touch 24 Sussex Drive? Dan McTeague, former Liberal MP, tells us why the prime minister's home is a no-go zone for most politicians and why governments won’t fund the necessary renovations for the home of Canada’s Prime Minister. How do you find a missing tiny capsule of radioactive material in the Australian outback? Laura Boksman with the Radiation Safety Institute of Canada tells us about the staggering amount of missing radioactive material around the world and how to find it!  RUOK with Groundhog Day? How about Rocks? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
2/3/202359 minutes, 39 seconds
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Introducing... Free Lunch by The Peak

Canada's housing market has become our national obsession, and with good reason. Years of skyrocketing prices are now meeting surging mortgage rates, and the result is some of the least affordable housing in the world. What's driving that affordability crisis, and what comes next? On this episode of Free Lunch by The Peak, we speak with Mike Moffatt, a Senior Director at the Smart Prosperity Institute and Assistant Professor at Ivey Business School. Mike argues that a lack of supply is the key driver of expensive housing in Canada—we get into the details of why that is and some of the ways our dysfunctional housing market warps our economy. Click the link to hear more - https://link.chtbl.com/freelunch
2/2/202351 minutes, 36 seconds
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What is the best live music album?

We talk to Alan Cross, the host of the Ongoing History of New Music Podcast, about the best live albums. Dr. Jay Silverstein joins us to talk about his excavations in Egypt, including a Roman bathhouse and some small statues! RUOK with joyriding a car through an outlet mall? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
2/2/202358 minutes, 37 seconds
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The brain-infecting fungus in The Last of Us TV show is a real thing!

- What if I told you that the brain-infecting fungus in The Last of Us TV show was inspired by a very real thing? Insect expert, Dr. Mark Moffett, a.k.a Dr. Bug, tells us more about the cordyceps fungus, how it transforms ants into zombies, and why it probably won't infect humans. Probably. - Is Russia striking out in response to western aid for Ukraine? Lawyer and Democracy advocate Stepan Berko joins us from Kyiv and gives us the latest from the war and how Ukrainians are holding up against a renewed Russian offensive, and what day-to-day life looks like in Kyiv. - RUOK with selfies, how about chicken wings? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
2/1/202355 minutes, 45 seconds
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1-on-1 with Canadian Latin Grammy Award-winner Alex Cuba!

Canadian grammy award winner Alex Cuba is going on tour, and he might be playing in your hometown! Alex tells us more about his tour, new music, and what life is like after winning a Grammy. Handy Andy Baryer wants to help keep your utility bills low. He tells us how you can measure your home electricity costs with a new device you can attach to your breakers and see how much you spend on laundry electricity. RUOK with Santa? How about mascots? What book should we read? Your calls, texts, and amazing book suggestions! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
1/31/20231 hour, 5 minutes, 38 seconds
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British Columbia is about to decriminalize drug possession

BC is about to decriminalize drug possession, will that change the Opioid crisis? Garth Mullins, an advocate for safe drug supply, tells us how decriminalization impacts users, why the bill has its fans and opponents, and what more is needed to keep people from dying from drug overdoses. AND....RUOK WITH ZELLERS....AGAIN....AGAIN?! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
1/30/202347 minutes, 17 seconds
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Every Car is cool!

Is it possible that a PT Cruiser is just as cool as a Ferrari? Joe Webber, Co-Host of Past Gas Podcast with Donut Media, tells us why they think every car is cool and how they use the magic of cars to reach millions of fans on YouTube. Game Showey trivia is back with our special guest contestant, Kelsey Campbell, the executive producer of The Shift! Shane and Kelsey test their knowledge of the most luxurious and mom-friendly cars in the world. It’s been 80 years, but over 90 percent of art stolen during World War 2 has not been recovered. Marc Masurovsky, the co-founder of the Holocaust Art Restitution Project, tells us how his organization tracks down art that was stolen by the Nazis and what it takes to get it back into the hands of Jewish people. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
1/27/20231 hour, 8 minutes, 19 seconds
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Do you believe in aliens?

Lawyer and Democracy Advocate Mykhailo Zhernakov joins us from his parkade, as Russian missiles fly toward Kyiv. He tells us what it's like to shelter during these airstrikes and his reaction to western tanks arriving in Ukraine.  Do you believe in aliens? Have you seen a UFO? Your calls, texts, and UFO stories! And we get some help from a proper astronomer.  RUOK with Uber Eats? How about McDonalds? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
1/26/202355 minutes, 54 seconds
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What works in Canadian cities and what does not?

Do Canadian cities need more bike lanes or more roads? Dr. David Gordon teaches planning history, community design and urban development at Queen's University, and he takes us through what works in Canadian cities and what doesn't. It's Good News Tuesday! We go through your good news and take a caller who couldn't go to city hall with his service dog. Now, his human rights complaint was finally accepted. RUOK with backseat drivers? How about dog crates? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
1/25/20231 hour, 7 minutes, 23 seconds
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A next-gen aircraft unlike anything else!

Are two of the biggest pop stars in the world the same person? Boeing and NASA have revealed a next-gen aircraft unlike anything else in the skies today. Joshua Brinkerhoff, associate professor in mechanical engineering at UBC, tells us how hydrogen fuel, new aerodynamic designs, and unconventional ideas will change the way we fly. Do you want free apps on your phone, well you’re getting them whether you like it or not! Handy Andy Baryer walks us through apples new apps and how AI is sneaking its way into Canadian campuses RUOK with the Vancouver Can-nukes? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
1/24/20231 hour, 7 minutes, 11 seconds
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What’s the difference between experiencing anxiety and having anxiety?

What’s the difference between experiencing anxiety and having anxiety? If you wake up sad, are you depressed? Professor Denise Marigold helps us understand the difference. We’re all eager to get our hands on the most up-to-date technology on the market, but have you ever wondered what makes these gadgets work? Geologist Kendra Johnson educates us on the world of exploring mining critical minerals and how they help power our society. Hockey fans are upset about the way the Vancouver Canucks went about terminating head coach Bruce Boudreau. Is it normal for team owners to treat their employees like this? Assistant Professor of Sports Management, Taylor McKee, teaches us about the intricate world of sports ethics. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
1/23/20231 hour, 10 minutes, 58 seconds
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Millions of dollars in cryptocurrency are gone!

Somehow, millions of dollars in cryptocurrency is gone, and Hackers are to blame. Cyber security expert Hank the Hacker tells us how hackers can steal Crypto and how North Korea is using those hacks to make millions.  It’s Flashback Friday and we are going back to 2012, the last time Canada hosted an NHL All-Star Game! We look at the event in Ottawa, how we all thought the world was going to end, and the music of the early 2010s.  RUOK with House Parties? How about Shakira? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
1/20/20231 hour, 3 minutes, 9 seconds
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Is hybrid working, working for you?

Is hybrid working, working for you? Sandra Robinson, an organizational psychologist and professor at UBC, shares her research into the pros and surprising cons of a hybrid work model and the opportunities to improve it for employees and employers. Has HBO’s The Last of US finally broken the Video game TV curse? On the Technological World with Blaine Kyllo, we take a look at the show and how it compares to the highly celebrated video game. RUOK with Zellers? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
1/19/202358 minutes, 41 seconds
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Let's get re-connected with Dr Jody Carrington's new book - Feeling Seen!

Psychologist and Author Dr. Jody Carrignton wants to help you feel seen. We go through her tips on how to reconnect with your life and how to get the acknowledgment you need this year. What can Ukraine do while Russian missile strikes continue? Foreign policy expert Hanna Shelest is live in Odesa and updates us on the ongoing conflict and how the war is creating a unifying but traumatic cause for Ukraine. RUOK with reality TV? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
1/18/20231 hour, 3 minutes, 42 seconds
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Ukraine is asking for Tanks, will Canada answer the call?

Ukraine is asking for Tanks, will Canada answer the call? Richard Shimooka, a Senior Fellow at the Macdonald-Laurier Institute, tells us why Ukraine needs western weapons, what fresh tanks could do for Ukraine, and what Russia's military machine looks like nearly one year into the war.  Handy Andy Baryer is back to gardening with a fully indoor smart garden! We get into that how to make your home more private on Google Maps, and more! RUOK with The Godfather? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
1/17/20231 hour, 2 minutes, 10 seconds
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Is stealing ever justified?

Is stealing ever justified? Your calls and texts! Sylvain Charlebois, The Food Professor, tells us why thousands of people are stealing food from grocery stores and how one Tweet set off a massive debate over this issue. We also take a look at the foods that are dropping and rising in price. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
1/16/202354 minutes, 24 seconds
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What the hell should I watch this weekend? - January 12

Steve Stebbing reviews a fresh batch of movies on What the Hell Should We Watch This Weekend.
1/13/202312 minutes, 6 seconds
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How much money are you really paying and getting back from the Carbon Tax?

How much money are you really paying and getting back from the Carbon Tax? Toronto Sun columnist Lorrie Goldstein gives us the breakdown of the Carbon Tax hike and how it will impact you this year. It's Throwback Thursday, and we are rewinding to 1988, the year Canada got its last shipment of CF-18 fighter jets! Learn the history of our old fighter jet and what the world was like when it took to the skies. RUOK with Niagara Falls? How about New Mexico? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
1/13/20231 hour, 2 minutes, 50 seconds
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Author and Podcaster Claudiu Murgan on The Shift with Shane Hewitt

Claudiu Murgan comes on The Shift with Shane Hewitt to talk about water!
1/12/202319 minutes, 22 seconds
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Technological World with Blaine Kyllo - January 11th, 2023

On the Technological World with Blaine Kyllo, we get into all the gaming news from CES. Blaine also looks at some new smartwatches that might be worth the money and a way to work out at your desk. 
1/12/202313 minutes, 43 seconds
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How to have the best 2023 possible!

We have some tips and tricks on how to have the best 2023 possible from a guy who gave Oprah advice! Michael Losier, the author of The Law of Attraction, tells us how to create positivity and how to avoid negativity this year.  Travel expert Claire Newell helps us navigate the chaos of international travel. Claire helps us understand why thousands of flights were grounded in the U.S. this week and gives us suggestions for safe travel destinations this winter.  RUOK with cruise ships? How about porches? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
1/12/20231 hour, 4 minutes, 55 seconds
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Should we be excited or wary about the F-35 fighter jet?

The F-35 will be Canada’s next-gen fighter jet, should we be excited or wary? Richard Shimooka is a Senior Fellow at the Macdonald-Laurier Institute, and he walks us through the deal and fighter jet. He tells us if the F-35 was the right choice and how the F-35 could breathe life into Canada’s struggling military  Is being mediocre a myth? On the World of Weird Things, Greg Fish tells us how math can prove that talent and reward do not go hand in hand. We also get into how luck plays into finding your fortune.  RUOK with vanity plates? and payback? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
1/11/202357 minutes, 21 seconds
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Surviving a trip to CES 2023 in Las Vegas

Handy Andy Baryer has survived his trip to CES in Las Vegas! He breaks down the coolest tech and gadgets he got to experience, including colour changing cars, a Tesla subway network, wireless TVs, and so much more! Hundreds still die from drunk driving every year. What more can we do to prevent it? MADD CEO Steve Sullivan tells us how legislation plays into preventing drunk driving and if extreme laws are helpful or harmful RUOK with Zellers? Disguises? What about snakes? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
1/10/20231 hour, 5 minutes, 48 seconds
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Recalibrating your habits in the new year

Guest: Alyssa Bauman, Certified Holistic Nutritionist and Developer of the “A to B” Nutrition Methodology, on tips, tricks, and recipes that sustain a healthy diet
1/10/202326 minutes, 47 seconds
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A retired NASA satellite is expected to fall back down to Earth!

Is your New Year’s resolution to become healthier? We’ve got you covered! Alyssa Bauman, Certified Holistic Nutritionist and Developer of the “A to B” Nutrition Methodology, joins us with tips, tricks, and recipes to help turn that resolution into a reality. After spending nearly 40 years in space, a retired NASA satellite is expected to fall back down to Earth. Does that mean we should go up? Resident Space Expert, Andrew C. Ferreira, joins us to explain how this falling spacecraft will impact us and what we can expect from the moon in the coming years. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
1/9/202344 minutes, 30 seconds
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What the hell should I watch this weekend? - January 5

 Steve Stebbing reviews his first batch of movies of 2023 on What The Hell Should we watch this weekend.
1/6/202313 minutes, 30 seconds
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Who is the greatest singer of all time?

Who is the greatest singer of all time? Music journalist Eric Alper helps us through Rolling Stone Magazine’s controversial list of the greatest singers of all time. Does Celine Dion deserve to be on it?  RUOK with words? How about unicycling? Playing with Artificial intelligence can be a lot of fun, but hackers are using it to their advantage. Cyber Security expert Hank the Hacker sheds light on how the dark web is creating Malware with AI and why password-managing sites might not be the safest way to store your info.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
1/6/20231 hour, 1 minute, 25 seconds
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Technological World with Blaine Kyllo - January 4th, 2023

On the Technological World with Blaine Kyllo, we get a first-hand look at Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge at Disney World! Blaine also gives us his picks for the best video games of 2022. 
1/5/202314 minutes, 21 seconds
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What rights do you have when you fly?

Lawyer and Democracy advocate Stepan Berko tells us What happened in Ukraine over the holidays and how they celebrated the occasion, despite the ongoing war. What rights do you have when you fly? Gábor Lukács, president of the advocacy organization Air Passenger Rights, tells us about the protections you have while travelling by air and why powerful rights are rarely enforced. Plus, RUOK with hand sanitizer? How about Porta-Potties in the middle of a bike lane? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
1/5/202358 minutes, 56 seconds
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Have we finally made a fusion power breakthrough, or are we getting ahead of ourselves?

Twelve guys walked into a bar, and they bought it! Tim Sangha, co-owner of the Scarlet Ibis Pub, tells us the story of how he and his biker friends fell in love with a bar in the middle of nowhere on Vancouver Island and why they had to buy it. On the World of Weird Things with Greg Fish, he tells us more about what fusion power could give us and if we will see the most powerful renewable energy in our lifetime.  Plus, RUOK with Pelé? Walrus? And how about moving? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
1/4/20231 hour, 8 minutes, 3 seconds
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We have tips to help you be smarter with your money in 2023!

Romana King, best-selling author and award-winning personal finance expert, lets us know how to go about your money differently and successfully this year! What is your word for 2022? Shane Hewitt, Ryan O'Donnell, and Handy Andy Baryer work through the words that can help us get through 2023. RUOK with New Year's babies? What about the New England Patriots? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
1/4/202357 minutes, 47 seconds
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What to expect at CES 2023?

The biggest tech conference in the world is about to get started, and our very own Handy Andy Baryer is going! He gives us a preview of the incredible, goofy, and revolutionary tech you can expect to see at CES 2023.
1/4/202320 minutes, 34 seconds
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What does it take to get your Christmas gifts in time?

It’s the Shift holiday special! Ryan tries Egg Nogg for the first time, we do a live reading from Christmas Vacation, and so much more!   What does it take to get your Christmas gifts in time? Allan Marshal, Upexi CEO and former XPO Logistics CEO, helps us understand the logistics behind the holiday supply chain and why you might be disappointed with you’re shipping in 2023.  RUOK with Florida? yes, we pay tribute to the great state that provides us with endless content for RUOK. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
12/23/20221 hour, 1 minute, 22 seconds
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What the hell should I watch this weekend? -The Stebby Awards December 22

It’s the first-ever Stebby awards with Steve Stebbing! Our movie critic reveals his picks for the best movies and performances of 2022! Find Steve at stevestebbing.ca and on twitter @theStevilDead 
12/23/202214 minutes, 51 seconds
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Have you thought about giving cannabis as a Christmas present?

 We play the final Gameshowey of 2022. The all christmas edition of Canada's favorite radio game show.  Have you thought about giving cannabis as a Christmas present? Cannabis policy expert Opie Sidhu gives us tips on how to pick the best cannabis products this holiday season and how the Canadian cannabis industry fared in 2022. What will this Christmas look like in Ukraine? Mykhailo Zhernakov, a democracy advocate and a former judge, tells us how Ukrainians are marking the holiday amidst the war. He also gives us his thoughts on Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's historic visit to the United States. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
12/22/202254 minutes, 31 seconds
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The inspiring story of Syrian refugees launching a chocolate business in Canada has an exciting new chapter.

Sir Christopher Gilbert makes his long-awaited return to The Shift! One of our oldest friends on the show joins us from New Zealand and updates us on his life, what it means to come home. The inspiring story of Syrian refugees launching a chocolate business in Canada has an exciting new chapter. Tareq Hadad, founder and CEO of Peace by Chocolate, tells us about the company's flagship store in Halifax, his reaction to the war in Ukraine, and what it means to make peace.  Remember Black Hole Sun, by Soundgarden? Well, it turns out that Black Hole Suns are a real thing! On the World of Weird Things with Greg Fish, we look at the powerful suns that are powered by black holes and how they could help us understand the universe. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
12/21/20221 hour, 21 minutes, 53 seconds
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What could food prices look like in 2023?

RUOK with soccer? what about Aromatherapy? Sylvain Charlebois, Professor, Director, Agri-Food Analytics Lab at Dalhousie University, on what food prices could look like in 2023.  Looking for last-minute Xmas gift ideas? These gift suggestions are Handy Andy approved. For example, the top gift is a thumb drive for iPhones to move photos and videos to a computer. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
12/20/202255 minutes, 29 seconds
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Reducing and cutting waste in our waters during this holiday season

We talk to Lilly Woodbury of Surfrider Foundation Canada on buying from local artisans and MANY other ways of reducing and cutting waste in our waters during this holiday season. That also includes... potted Christmas trees! We take your calls on regifting! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
12/19/202250 minutes, 41 seconds
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A Look Back At The Music Of 2022

Is Cash A Thing Of The Past? Shelle Santana, Assistant Professor Of Marketing At Bentley University, Helps Us Understand The Psychology Behind Our Money And If It's Time To Move On From Physical Money. Take A Look Back At The Music Of 2022 With Alan Cross! He Walks Us Through The Highs And Lows Of The Year, How Tiktok Became A Titan In The Music Industry, And What We Can Expect To Hear On Our Radios In 2023. RUOK With Trump Trading Cards? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
12/16/20221 hour, 13 minutes, 11 seconds
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What the hell should I watch this weekend? - December 15

Steve Stebbing brings us reviews for James Cameron’s Avatar: The Way of Water and so much more on What The Hell Should We Watch This Weekend! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
12/16/202214 minutes, 23 seconds
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One of the very first Apple computers is up for auction, and we are speaking to the man who restored it!

RUOK with pampering your pet? One of the very first Apple computers is up for auction, and we are speaking to the man who restored it! Corey Cohen, a computer expert and Apple historian, tells us why this Apple 1 computer is the grail of vintage tech and how it went from Steve Jobs’s garage to the auction block.  A massive shipwreck, packed with 200 pounds of gold has finally been found off the coast of B.C., Matt McAuley, tells us about the expedition to recover the artifacts lost on the SS Pacific and the history behind HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
12/15/20221 hour, 16 minutes, 35 seconds
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Technological World with Blaine Kyllo - December 14th, 2022

It’s the last Technological World with Blaine Kyllo of 2022! Blaine takes us through a massive update for some of our favourite games and major tweaks to Apple and Google play.
12/15/202212 minutes
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One of Canada’s online stars has gone from the cold to Qatar!

RUOK with public transit? One of Canada’s online stars has gone from the cold to Qatar! Dancin' Wayne tells us more about his coverage of the 2022 world cup, what it's like to be in Qatar for the matches, and how he is representing Canada on TikTok. A BC woman took her mom's recipes and transformed them into a full-on business! Natasha Acuba-Baile, owner of Telly's Manila Kitchen, tells us how her side hustle became her full-time job and what it took to transform her idea into a Canadian success story. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
12/14/202251 minutes, 10 seconds
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Public executions have begun in Iran as anti-government protests rage on.

RUOK with Santa Claus? Public executions have begun in Iran as anti-government protests rage on. Behdad Mahichi, the co-founder of Amplify Iran, tells us how his organization translates Iranian media so Canadians can understand the crisis in the country. Does Twitter have another chance at surviving? Handy Andy Baryery breaks down the next stage in Elon Musk’s takeover of the social media platform and the surprising reason why you can’t find iPhones right now! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
12/13/202255 minutes, 7 seconds
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We are one step closer to getting back to the moon!

We are one step closer to getting back to the moon! Andrew C. Ferreira explains what NASA achieved with its Orion mission and why this is the first shot in the next race to the moon. The greatest acoustic guitar in the world was built right here in Canada by some underdogs! Mike Miltimore, owner of Riversong Guitars in Kamloops, tells us more about how his guitar beat out the competition and what it takes to make the most decorated guitar in the world.   RUOK with the Grinch? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
12/12/202246 minutes, 22 seconds
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You might be using the worst passwords of the year!

RUOK with Sleigh Rides? You might be using the worst passwords of the year! Cybersecurity Expert Hank the Hacker takes us through the art of making a good password and how you can avoid making potentially dangerous mistakes. We get an inside look at the Cop 15 biodiversity summit in Montreal with Kurtis Hayne who leads the Marine Stewardship Council in Canada. He tells us the gravity of the situation and Canada’s role in tackling climate change HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
12/9/202249 minutes, 54 seconds
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What the hell should I watch this weekend? - December 8

Steve Stebbing brings us reviews for Guillermo del Toro’s Pinnochio and so much more on What The Hell Should We Watch This Weekend! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
12/9/202213 minutes, 16 seconds
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Technological World with Blaine Kyllo - December 7, 2022

On the Technological World with Blaine Kyllo, we take a look at Activision's efforts to bring Call of Duty to Nintendo and some great physical gifts for the gamer in your life. Find Blaine on twitter @solocorps and at solocorps.com
12/8/202214 minutes, 31 seconds
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The 72’ Summit series is one of the most famous hockey battles of all time, but who convinced the Soviets to let it happen?

We play the New Wave music edition of Gameshowey! The 72’ Summit series is one of the most famous hockey battles of all time, but who convinced the Soviets to let it happen? Author and former Canadian Ambassador Gary J. Smith recounts his behind the scene work to create the hockey series and what it was like to negotiate with the Soviet Union. Volodymyr Zelensky and the people of Ukraine are Time magazine's people of the year. Democracy advocate and former judge Mykhailo Zhernakov is live in Ukraine and gives us his thoughts on the decision and an update on the war. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
12/8/20221 hour, 9 minutes, 51 seconds
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Bat’s and humans have one thing in common, death metal.

It's good news tuesday, we take your calls and texts! Bat’s and humans have one thing in common, death metal. Coen P. H. Elemans, an expert in Sound Communication and Behaviour at the University of South Denmark, tells us all the incredible things bats can do with their voices and why understanding them can help us understand our own voices!  RUOK with cruise ships? what about Golf Carts? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
12/7/202251 minutes, 17 seconds
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We have warning labels on cigarettes and cannabis, so why not Alchohol?

We have warning labels on cigarettes and cannabis, so why not Alchohol? Nutritionist Alyssa B gets into how to understand your drinking habits. We also get into healthy, delicious, and exciting recipes to try this holiday season!
12/6/202219 minutes, 48 seconds
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What if music for kids can be music for everyone?

RUOK with Robots What if music for kids can be music for everyone? JUNO Award-winning children’s group Splash’N Boots tell us all about their new album, how their music impacts parents, and what it's. like to make songs with the sole purpose of making kids smile.  Are cassettes making a comeback? Handy Andy Baryer tells us why younger people are giving tapedecks a try. We also get into how you can record your family’s history and memories in the digital age.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
12/6/20221 hour, 2 minutes, 34 seconds
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Its a Money Monday and we have financial tips to help get you through the holidays!

RUOK with Doggy Doors? Its a Money Monday and we have financial tips to help get you through the holidays! Taz Rajan, Community Engagement Partner at Bromwich+Smith, tells us how to give gifts without giving burden.  Get to know Yonah Budd, the host of At Your Best! We learn more about how he hopes to help you live your life better and to tackle mental health on his brand new show.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
12/5/202256 minutes, 50 seconds
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How do you make the best cup of coffee? With Science!

RUOK with cows? How do you make the best cup of coffee? With Science! Christopher H. Hendon, computational chemist and international expert on the science of coffee, tells us how chemistry can unlock the perfect cup of Joe and how you can make amazing coffee at home.  A space rock is being studied in Alberta, and it has minerals humans have never seen before! Andrew C. Ferreira is back with the weird Science of space rocks and how the James Webb telescope can give us weather forecasts for planets thousands of kilometres away.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
12/2/20221 hour, 8 minutes, 48 seconds
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What the hell should I watch this weekend? - December 1

Die Hard could have some competition for the best action-Christmas movie! On What the Hell Should We Watch This Weekend, Steve Stebbing reviews Violent Night and so much more. Find Steve at stevestebbing.ca and on twitter @theStevilDead 
12/2/202214 minutes, 54 seconds
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Technological World with Blaine Kyllo - November 30, 2022

Blaine Kyllo tells us about Apple's App Store Award winners, plus a drone spectacle coming to Vancouver. Find Blaine on twitter @solocorps and at solocorps.com
12/1/202214 minutes, 43 seconds
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Gurdeep Pandher continues to spread joy across Canada through Bhangra dancing.

We play the snowmageddon edtion of Gameshowey! Gurdeep Pandher continues to spread joy across Canada through Bhangra dancing. He tells us all about his journey across Canada and why he is so happy to be back in the Yukon. Inspired by Gurdeep, we ask you to share the one thing that brings you joy.  Becoming a lord has never been so easy! Stephen Rossiter, Sales and Marketing Director with Highland Titles, tells us more about how their company lets you become a lord in Scotland and how it differs from other companies that are everywhere on Youtube.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
12/1/20221 hour, 4 minutes, 26 seconds
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We are going to tell you why you can't buy your kids Air Jordans for Christmas.

RUOK with McDonalds? We are going to tell you why you can't buy your kids Air Jordans for Christmas. Adam Diesel-Power, a sneaker collector and expert, tells us how Canada’s supply chain, celebrity endorsements, and product hype sets consumers up for failure. Will we ever be able to hibernate like bears? On The World of Weird Things with Greg Fish, we find out if it's possible for humans can take a long nap while we travel to space or here on earth! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
11/30/202253 minutes, 20 seconds
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Are you ready to travel again?

RUOK with side hustles? Are you ready to travel again? How does a trip to Antarctica sound? Travel expert Claire Newell has now been to every continental earth. She sarees her arctic expedition with us and gives us a better perspective on Canada’s travel industry throughout 2022. Handy Andy Baryer brings us his cyber Monday deals that you can catch all week! Our DIY expert also tells us how to catch a mouse in your house. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
11/29/20221 hour, 1 minute, 10 seconds
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Are cyclists protected in Canada?

RUOK with very old Pets? Are Cyclists protected in Canada? David Shellnut, The Bike Lawyer, tells us how to keep cyclists safe and why our traffic laws need to be changed. Plus, your calls and texts! What is your favourite meal to cook? Listeners share their beloved recipes and culinary advice.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
11/28/202253 minutes, 59 seconds
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Ukraine is becoming cold and dark as Russia continues to target critical infrastructure

Ukraine is becoming cold and dark as Russia continues to target critical infrastructure. Stepan Berko, lawyer and democracy advocate, gives us the latest from Kyiv and shares the stories from Ukraine that Canadians need to hear.  Egyptologists may have found the most important discovery since King Tut’s tomb! Archaeologist Dr. Jay Silverstein tells us if Cleopatra's Tomb is finally within reach, what could be inside of it, and what it’s like to explore ancient tombs! RUOK with Veggie Meat? How about Ostriches? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
11/25/202255 minutes, 24 seconds
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Is Cleopatra's Tomb is finally within reach?

Egyptologists may have found the most important discovery since King Tut’s tomb! Archaeologist Dr. Jay Silverstein tells us if Cleopatra's Tomb is finally within reach, what could be inside of it, and what it’s like to explore ancient tombs! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
11/25/202215 minutes, 5 seconds
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What the hell should I watch this weekend? - November 24

Steve Stebbing reviews Bones And All, The Fablemans, Malcolm X and more on What the Hell Should We Watch This Weekend! Find Steve at stevestebbing.ca and on Twitter @theStevilDead 
11/25/202213 minutes, 5 seconds
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Becoming Canada’s first Punjabi hockey broadcaster

Everyone told him he couldn't be a hockey broadcaster, and he proved them wrong. Harnarayan Singh, a Canadian sports announcer and journalist, tells us about how he became Canada’s first Punjabi hockey broadcaster. He shares his love for the game and his new book, One Game at A Time. Canada loves cheese to a truly absurd degree. Marcello Turini, Chief Business Development Officer at Consortium of Parmigiano Reggiano Cheese, joins us from Italy and tells us the history behind the 900-year-old cheese and why Canadians eat so much of it!  Have some fun and save some money with us as we battle it out for the Black Friday edition of Game showey trivia! Ben O’Hara Byrne from A Little More Conversation is our very special guest contestant! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
11/24/20221 hour, 57 seconds
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Technological World with Blaine Kyllo - November 23, 2022

On this week of the Technological World, Blaine Kyllo tells us if Pokémon Scarlett and Violet are worth it and some gadgets you should go after this Black Friday.  Find Blaine on Twitter @solocorps and at solocorps.com
11/24/202217 minutes, 29 seconds
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Using a black hole as a battery!

Canadian actor, singer, and activist Tom Jackson is hitting the road for Santa Causes this year! He tells us more about his holiday fundraising tour across Canada. We also get into the power of telling a good story and sharing your heart. Need a battery in space? No problem, just use a black hole! On the World of Weird Things with Greg Fish, we get into some very weird scenarios in space! RUOK with Goldfish? How about ransom notes? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
11/23/202259 minutes
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Canada's confusing and tense relationship with China

We get an inside look at Canada's confusing and tense relationship with China. Jonathan Berkshire Miller, Director of the Indo-Pacific Program at The Mcdonald Laurier Institute, helps us make sense of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's meeting with Xi Jinping, allegations of Chinese interference, and more.                            Handy Andy Baryer joins us to go through the struggles of kicking a caffeine habit. Plus, he tells us how to secure a great deal on e–scooters and other gadgets for this black Friday!         RUOK with the dentist? How about voting? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
11/22/202256 minutes, 38 seconds
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How do you take control of your finances while trying to turn things around?

In our first ever Money Monday Morning, Community Engagement Partner at Bromwich+Smith, Taz Rajan, gives us her tips on how to take control of your finances while you are trying to turn things around Another star is leaving Grey’s Anatomy, will it ever be the same? Listeners text in their favourite shows that changed after a star actor or actress left. RUOK with meat? How about online dating? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
11/21/202251 minutes, 29 seconds
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What the hell should I watch this weekend? - November 17

Steve Stebbing is back for What the Hell Should We Watch This Weekend. He takes us through The Menu, a move shrouded in mystery that could be an Oscar favourite! Find Steve at stevestebbing.ca and on Twitter @theStevilDead 
11/18/202213 minutes, 13 seconds
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The most inflated food price in Canada will surprise you, and you probably use it every day!

The 2023 grammy nominees were announced on Thursday. We make our predictions, and we ask shiftheads what was the album that changed their lives? The most inflated food price in Canada will surprise you, and you probably use it every day! Sylvain Charlebois, Professor, Director, Agri-Food Analytics Lab at Dalhousie University, breaks down his price of food report. There is some good news and some bad.  Plus, RUOK with new years? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
11/18/20221 hour, 10 minutes, 48 seconds
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Why did sailors love a Yo, Ho, Ho, and a bottle of Rum?

Why did sailors love a Yo, Ho, Ho, and a bottle of Rum? Dreweatts Auctioneers Managing Director Jonathan Pratt takes us through an auction containing some of the last batches of rum ever given out to sailors by the British Navy.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
11/18/202212 minutes, 52 seconds
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Technological World with Blaine Kyllo - November 16, 2022

Get your Christmas shopping off to a good start with Blaine Kyllo on the Technological World. Blaine takes us through new games and tech that will be a must-buy this holiday season.  Find Blaine on twitter @solocorps and at solocorps.com
11/17/202214 minutes, 16 seconds
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An accidental missile strike landing in Poland put the world on edge, but what did Ukrainians think of the ordeal?

We play everyone's favorite radio game show, Gameshowey! BK and Shane go head to head with creepy and crawly questions about the bugs.  An accidental missile strike landing in Poland put the world on edge, but what did Ukrainians think of the ordeal? Lawyer and democracy advocate Mykhailo Zhernakov joins us from Ukraine and gives us the latest on the war and NATO’s role in supporting Ukraine.  Would you feel guilty about stepping on a spider if you knew it had feelings? Biologist Dr. Mark Moffet, aka Dr. Bug, tells us if insects can have feelings and what could be going on inside of their tiny brains.   HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
11/17/20221 hour, 5 minutes, 4 seconds
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Can you enjoy a snack at night that isn't loaded with carbs and fat?

Can you enjoy a snack at night that isn't loaded with carbs and fat? Nutritionist Alyssa B shares her amazing recipes and tips on how to stay healthy at night and why it can help you feel better when you wake up.  
11/16/202221 minutes, 11 seconds
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Why did sailors love a Yo, Ho, Ho, and a bottle of Rum?

RUOK with girl guide cookies? Why did sailors love a Yo, Ho, Ho, and a bottle of Rum? Dreweatts Auctioneers Managing Director Jonathan Pratt takes us through an auction containing some of the last batches of rum ever given out to sailors by the British Navy.  Are streaming services documentaries fact or fiction? On the World of Weird things with Greg Fish, we take a look at one documentary that presents pseudohistory as real history and explore some real questions about human history.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
11/16/202250 minutes, 50 seconds
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The voice of Tik Tok joins The Shift!

Twitter is on fire, and hackers are taking advantage of it. Cyber Security expert Hank Fordham tells us how online trolls are impersonating accounts and wreaking havoc on the social media platform.  The voice of Tik Tok joins The Shift! Kat Callaghan, morning show host at 91.5 The Beat and voiceover artist, tells us how she became the voice of the world's biggest app and what it's like to hear her voice everywhere!  Handy Andy Baryer has the secret to keeping your phone away from the bedroom! Our DIY expert gets into that, keeping the cost of projectors low and how satellites can keep you covered when the phone network goes down.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
11/15/202259 minutes, 38 seconds
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We need to be better at talking about mental health and this is why.

RUOK with parrots? We need to be better at talking about mental health and this is why. A deep conversation on mental health with Former NHL Goaltender and Hockey Broadcaster Kelly Hrudey. On the Millennial on the Radio, Ryan pays his respects to Kevin Conroy, the Batman he grew up with, and goes over the ongoing chaos at Twitter.   HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
11/14/202250 minutes, 40 seconds
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Hear some of Canada’s forgotten battles from the forgotten war.

How well do you know Sin City? Find out as we play Game Showey trivia, all about Las Vegas! Hear some of Canada’s forgotten battles from the forgotten war. Andrew Burtch, a military historian with the Canadian War Museum, tells us more about Canada's role in the Korean War and why we need to mark it on Remembrance day. It's What the Hell Should We Watch This Weekend! Our film critic Steve Stebbing gives us a preview of Black Panter 2: Wakanda Forever and other big releases that you need to check out. Plus, we share our favourite war movies on the AV club.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
11/10/20221 hour, 12 minutes, 19 seconds
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What the hell should I watch this weekend? - November 9

Its What the Hell Should We Watch This Weekend! Our film critic Steve Stebbing gives us a preview of Black Panther 2: Wakanda Forever and other big releases that you need to check out. Find Steve at stevestebbing.ca and on twitter @theStevilDead 
11/10/202213 minutes, 10 seconds
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Technological World with Blaine Kyllo - November 9, 2022

God of War Ragnarok is finally here, and on the Technological world, Blaine Kyllo gives us his full review of what will be one of the biggest games of the year. Find Blaine on twitter @solocorps and at solocorps.com
11/10/202214 minutes, 45 seconds
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Millions of Canadians are mispronouncing common words, but is that a big deal?

RUOK with Ru Paul's Drag Race? Millions of Canadians are mispronouncing common words, but is that a big deal? Molly Babel, Associate Professor of Arts and Linguistics at the University of British Columbia, tells us how words become mispronounced and the fascinating way our brain comprehends language. Texas went to war with social media, and on the World of Weird Things with Greg Fish, we find out why! Greg takes us through how governments are looking to pass laws that could change how moderation works on social media. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
11/9/20221 hour, 6 minutes, 17 seconds
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Constant power outages are taking a toll on Ukrainians.

RUOK with NASCAR? Constant power outages are taking a toll on Ukrainians. Stepan Berko, lawyer and democracy advocate, shares the experiences of living through rolling blackouts and the unexpected ways the power outages are impacting Ukrainians  Are Mobile Phones Becoming A Hacker’s Dream? Handy Andy Baryer has tips on securing your phone and some of the dangers of TikTok, plus three things you need to do to your phone if you’re over 50.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
11/8/202255 minutes, 7 seconds
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How does your body react to a fluctuating sleep cycle?

Mykhailo Zhernakov, former Judge and lawmaker in Ukraine, joins us live from Kyiv to talk about day to day life during the war. Especially with the current situation involving the power grid to the city. David Prerau, one of the worlds foremost authorities on Daylight Saving Time and author of "Seize the Daylight", takes us through the fascinating story behind why society started trying to regulate sunlight hours. Wendy Hall, Professor Emeritus at the University of British Columbia school of nursing, helps us learn the impact Daylight Saving has on our health, and shares tips and tricks about how we can mitigate the effects of sleep deprivation. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
11/7/202259 minutes, 42 seconds
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What the hell should I watch this weekend? - November 3

Steve Stebbing tells us about the new releases Enola Holmes 2 and The Return of Tanya Tucker featuring Brandi Carlisle. Plus, Top Gun Maverick coming to Blu-Ray. Find Steve at stevestebbing.ca and on twitter @theStevilDead 
11/4/202213 minutes, 13 seconds
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In the age of digital advancement, cyber crimes have become the new normal.

GUEST HOST: Martin Strong Tracy Po, and her partner, Logan Rudrum, join us to explain what it's like to be diagnosed with a rare debilitating disease, and her incredible path to recovery. Steve Wilson, cybersecurity expert and the lead of BCIT Centre for Digital Transformation, takes us into the depths of dark web - where personal information can be sold to anyone for the right price. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
11/4/202258 minutes, 31 seconds
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Technological World with Blaine Kyllo - November 2, 2022

Blaine tells us about Modern Warfare II, which he says is the best Call of Duty in years. Plus, a NASCAR driver tries a video game move, and more on Netflix and their new ad-supported plan. Find Blaine on twitter @solocorps and at solocorps.com
11/3/202213 minutes, 57 seconds
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Have you ever wondered just how real those Reality TV shows are?

GUEST HOST BRUCE CLAGGETT Dan Pronovost, co-founder of the app Driftscape, tells Shane Hewitt how users can make their next Canadian vacation authentic with just the click of a finger. Matt Pavle, house guest on Season 4 of Big Brother Canada, takes us through what actually goes on behind the scenes and just how much influence the production staff have on the final outcome. Rebecca Tushner, Professor of Free Speech at Harvard Law, explains how song products that claim to be high in protein, veggies, and fruit, aren't always what they seem. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
11/3/202248 minutes, 24 seconds
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You know her name, you've heard her music, but do you know her story?

WITH GUEST HOST BRUCE CLAGGETT. Simone Lis, President and CEO of the Better Business Bureau of Mainland BC, on tips and tricks to avoid the pressures of inflation Bif Naked, Canada’s “Queen of Punk,” on the experiences and inspiration behind her upcoming documentary “Bif Naked: One of a Kind”  Greg Fish, Blogger and Engineer, on how Generative AI products are stolen content that’s been repurposed  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
11/2/202254 minutes, 21 seconds
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Have you ever been stuck in a debate about municipal politics only to be left confused, not knowing how to respond?

Have you ever been stuck in a debate about municipal politics only to be left confused, not knowing how to respond? Are you looking to sharpen up your understanding of provincial politics? Andrew Sancton, Retired Political Science Professor and expert in municipal politics, breaks down the inner workings of how provincial elections vary across Canada and what role the Federal Government plays in the process. A massive barrage of Russian missiles and drones hit critical infrastructure, knocking out power and water in multiple cities in Ukraine. How are Ukrainians coping without power and water? Yevgenia Gaber, originally from Odessa, joins us from Turkey and gives us a glimpse into how Ukrainians are handling these critical circumstances. Have you ever wanted to know how to freeze kale grown from a Smart Garden? Are you concerned about the future of your Twitter account since Elon Musk’s takeover? Should we switch gears and take our social media presence to YouTube instead? Andy Baryer, our handy dandy DIY and Tech expert, gives us tips and tricks to help us navigate through the wonderful world of tech. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
11/1/20221 hour, 1 minute, 29 seconds
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Why is cancer-causing benzene ending up in hair products?

Over 1.5 million dry shampoo products have been recalled in Canada for containing elevated levels of the hazardous chemical benzene. What should you do if you were exposed to benzene? Are there any other products we should be concerned about? Dr. Paul Demers, Director of Toronto’s Occupational Cancer Research Centre and Professor of Occupational and Environmental Health at the University of Toronto, helps us understand these chemicals and how to avoid them. When you think of a scary story, what comes to mind? Of all narratives, why does that specific one stand out? Ruth Robbins, Author and Professor of English Literature at UK’s Leeds Beckett University, walks us through the darker side of literature to help us understand: what exactly makes a good scary story? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In!
10/31/202242 minutes, 23 seconds
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What the hell should I watch this weekend? - October 27

What the hell should we watch this Halloween weekend? Our resident National Film Critic, Steve Stebbing, guides us through the eerie realm of horror movies: from the good, the bad, and the ugly. Find Steve at stevestebbing.ca and on Twitter @theStevilDead 
10/28/202211 minutes, 51 seconds
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What’s the stupidest way you’ve ever injured yourself?

What do you need to know to financially succeed this year? Are things going to get even worse before they finally get better? Paul Shelestowsky, a Senior Wealth Advisor at MERIDIAN Credit Union, tells us why the Bank of Canada is increasing interest rates and how you can come out of this era of financial insecurity unscathed.  What the hell should we watch this Halloween weekend? Our resident National Film Critic, Steve Stebbing, guides us through the eerie realm of horror movies: from the good, the bad, and the ugly.  What’s the stupidest way you’ve ever injured yourself? Brace yourself for a bumpy ride, because our listeners had a lot of stories to share. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
10/28/202251 minutes, 55 seconds
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Technological World with Blaine Kyllo - October 26, 2022

 On the Technological World with Blaine Kylo, we get into the next big Mario game,  a crazy expensive Playstation controller, and some stealthy news from Apple. Find Blaine on twitter @solocorps and at solocorps.com
10/27/202213 minutes, 16 seconds
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One of the rarest coins in the world is about to hit auction and could go for over a million dollars.

BK and Shane go head to head for the Halloween Game-Showey crown! One of the rarest coins in the world is about to hit auction and could go for over a million dollars. Why? Stephen Lloyd, a Specialist in Islamic Coins, tells us the incredible history behind the coin, why we collect coins, and what makes an ancient coin so different from the money we use today. The Great Gatsby is one of the most famous novels of all time, but who is the mastermind behind it? Best-selling author William Hazelgrove walks us through the story of F. Scott Fitzgerald, the man who wrote Gatsby. It's a story of love, alcoholism, the roaring twenties, and tragedy that Hazelgrove explores in his new book, Writing Gatsby.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
10/27/20221 hour, 18 minutes, 19 seconds
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The Great Gatsby is one of the most famous novels of all time, but who is the mastermind behind it

The Great Gatsby is one of the most famous novels of all time, but who is the mastermind behind it? Best-selling author William Hazelgrove walks us through the story of F. Scott Fitzgerald, the man who wrote Gatsby. It's a story of love, alcoholism, the roaring twenties, and tragedy that Hazelgrove explores in his new book, Writing Gatsby. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
10/27/202219 minutes, 52 seconds
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Do we have an opportunity to stay healthy this winter?

 Do we have an opportunity to stay healthy this winter? Alyssa B, our health and food expert, gives us tips on staying active, mindful, and healthy even as the snow starts falling and the candy gets more tempting.
10/26/202219 minutes, 59 seconds
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Why do some people love getting scared?

Do we have an opportunity to stay healthy this winter? Alyssa B, our health and food expert, gives us tips on staying active, mindful, and healthy even as the snow starts falling and the candy gets more tempting. Why do some people love getting scared? Margee Kerr is a sociologist, and she helps us understand how fear works in our brains, why some people love watching horror movies and why others really, really don’t. On the World of Weird Things with Greg Fish, we learn about zombie planets, just in time for Halloween! These planets are made from the death of a solar system and might just be the most fascinating rocks in the universe.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
10/26/20221 hour, 7 minutes, 34 seconds
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What did the Tragically Hip do for Canadian music?

RUOK with kit kat bars? What did the Tragically Hip do for Canadian music? Jake Gold, The manager of the Tragically Hip, shares stories about the band you have never heard before and what fans can expect to see in an upcoming documentary about the band.  What is one thing you are doing to change your life right now? Your calls and texts!  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
10/25/20221 hour, 11 minutes, 20 seconds
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Do we have any privacy online anymore?

BK checks in after his half marathon. RUOK with convenience stores? Do we have any privacy online anymore? Stephen Neville, Professor and Software Engineering Program Director at the University of Victoria, tells us how software tracks everything we do online and what kids of data our employers have access to.  How are Ukrainians raising their families amidst the ongoing war with Russia? Stepan Berko, a lawyer, democracy advocate, and a dad share his family's story and the challenges of raising children in wartime.   HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
10/24/20221 hour, 14 minutes, 36 seconds
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What the hell should I watch this weekend? - October 20

Can Dwayne Johnson carry DC to superhero stardom? Steve Stebbing reviews Black Adam and so much more on What the Hell Should We Watch This Weekend. Find Steve at stevestebbing.ca and on twitter @theStevilDead 
10/21/202211 minutes, 28 seconds
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Carmelina Baccari and Kacie Rainey are The Nipple Sisters.

The Nipple sisters are fighting cancer with tattoos and community. Carmelina Baccari and Kacie Rainey are Restorative Medical Pigmentation Specialists. They tell us how they reconstruct nipples for breast cancer survivors, how cancer brought the pair together, and how their work helps people battle breast cancer. 
10/21/202222 minutes, 15 seconds
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The Nipple sisters are fighting cancer with tattoos and community.

RUOK with apple pie? The Nipple sisters are fighting cancer with tattoos and community. Carmelina Baccari and Kacie Rainey are Restorative Medical Pigmentation Specialists. They tell us how they reconstruct nipples for breast cancer survivors, how cancer brought the pair together, and how their work helps people battle breast cancer.  We throwback to 1997, the year of the very first MP3 player, the MP-man.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
10/21/20221 hour, 4 minutes, 22 seconds
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Technological World with Blaine Kyllo - October 19, 2022

On the Technological World, Blaine Kyllo looks at Playstations next venture into PC gaming, how you can tour Canada with Microsoft Flight, and more! Find Blaine on twitter @solocorps and at solocorps.com
10/20/202215 minutes, 25 seconds
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What are you paying more for?

RUOK with evictions? With the rising cost of living in Canada we ask the shift heads what they are paying more for in every day life.   Shane and Brendan go head to head on the all Ottawa edition of Gameshowey. We learn more about our nations capital.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
10/20/20221 hour, 49 seconds
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Canadians are mastering the art of making whiskey!

It's Good News Tuesday! Are the world's tech executives on a quest to become immortal machines? On the World of Weird Things with Greg Fish, we dive into the strange theory that suggests technology could give the rich immortality and why it’s just a sci-fi fantasy.  Foreign policy Hanna Shelest is live in Odesa in Ukraine. She tells us how Russian airstrikes are devastating Ukraine's infrastructure and how drones are changing the fight.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
10/19/20221 hour, 3 minutes, 31 seconds
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Does artificial intelligence belong in music?

Do you have terrible cell phone coverage? Handy Andy Baryer gives us tips on how to boost your coverage! We also get into the surprising ways to use your wifi and how to recycle old electronics. Does artificial intelligence belong in music? Music Expert Eric Alper gives his take on the modern music industry and tells us if concerts are going digital!  Is a price freeze at Loblaws good for consumers or good for Loblaws? Food expert Sylvain Charlebois tells us why the company is freezing its prices and how that will impact Canadian wallets this winter.   HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
10/18/20221 hour, 4 minutes, 38 seconds
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A new island in the Pacific and a look at La Niña's effect on Canada.

Sean M. Maloney, Professor at the Royal Military College of Canada, joins The Shift to talk to us on how nuclear threats play into the Kremlin's information war over Ukraine. He talks about propaganda that Russians are subject to and the state of Canada relations with Ukraine in the midst of this conflict. Simon Fraser University professor and Professor and Shrum Chair in Science, John Clague, joins The Shift to talk about a new island in the Pacific Ocean, the anatomy of techtonic plates, comparing mountains to volcanic islands and the weird weather in Western Canada due to La Niña HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
10/17/202256 minutes, 4 seconds
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Does Canada need to take a new approach to sex work laws?

RUOK with purses? what about crowd surfing?  Does Canada need to take a new approach to sex work laws? Dr. Stacey Hannem, Professor in the Criminal Justice department at Wilfrid Laurier University, tells us about the people who enter the industry, why many are seeking to decriminalize it, and why current laws are not helping to make the profession safe.  How are Ukrainians getting by, as Russian airstrikes continue? Mykhailo Zhernakov, a democracy advocate and former Lawyer judge, tells speaks to increased Russian air strikes, the bombing of a major bridge in Crimea, and generational issues in Ukraine.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
10/14/20221 hour, 3 seconds
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What the hell should I watch this weekend? - October 13

Is Halloween Ends a good ending to Horror’s most Iconic franchise? Steve Stebbing reviews that and so much more on What The Hell Should We Watch This Weekend. Find Steve at stevestebbing.ca and on twitter @theStevilDead 
10/14/202213 minutes, 33 seconds
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Technological World with Blaine Kyllo - October 12, 2022

On the Technological world, Blaine Kyllo looks at Meta's massive gamble in VR, the next Google Pixel phone, and more!  Find Steve at stevestebbing.ca and on twitter @theStevilDead 
10/13/202213 minutes, 16 seconds
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Can swearing get your point across online?

We celebrate the start of the NHL season by playing Gameshowey. Including a special guest appearance from Cami Kepke of Global Sports Calgary. Can swearing get your point across online? Katherine Lafreniere, Assistant Professor of Marketing at the University of Alberta, shares her research that looks into how profanity can help with online reviews. Hank the Hacker, the expert hacker, tells us how a tech company cloned Canada’s 30 million ArriveCanArive-Can app in 48 hours. We also dig into how hundreds of thousands were stolen in the world of Crypto! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
10/13/20221 hour, 2 minutes, 16 seconds
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A conversation with a man who Kayaked from California to Hawaii!

What TV show did you grow up with? Your calls and texts. A conversation with a man who Kayaked from California to Hawaii! Cyril Derreumaux tells us how he was able to complete the mind-blowing task, why he did it, and what it’s like to be alone at sea for 91 days.  Could we prevent the next pandemic by making it in a lab? On the world of weird things, Greg Fishs takes us through the controversial new research that could give us new tools to fight pandemics. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
10/12/202259 minutes, 50 seconds
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Canadian country music singer-songwriter Tim Hicks joins The Shift to talk about his hometown of St. Catharines, Ontario, the hit song “Stronger Beer” and his new album Talk to Time

Handy Andy Baryer talks about Canada’s first Class 3 electric truck and Elon Musk announcing that Tesla’s electric semi truck has started production. How do TikTokers find traction in the midst of Hurricane Ian? Moreover, there is a TikTok trend in which you tape your mouth shut to sleep better? Canadian country music singer-songwriter Tim Hicks joins The Shift to talk about his hometown of St. Catharines, Ontario, the hit song “Stronger Beer” and his new album Talk to Time. He also talks about tour life and how he copes with being a musician. Lilly Woodbury, Regional Coordinator of Surfrider Foundation Canada, talks to us about polystyrene foam in the ocean, alternatives to polystyrene foam and what you can do to help the oceans. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
10/11/20221 hour, 6 minutes, 35 seconds
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What the hell should I watch this weekend? - October 6

What the Hell Should We Watch This Weekend with Steve Stebbing? He reviews new films like Werewolf by Night and Amsterdam. Steve also gives us an inside look at one of Canada's biggest film festivals. Find Steve at stevestebbing.ca and on twitter @theStevilDead 
10/7/202212 minutes, 31 seconds
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It turns out you can enjoy Thanksgiving dinner without eating thousands of calories!

Holistic nutritionist Alyssa B takes us through healthy thanksgiving recipes you need to try this year and how to make the most out of your leftovers! 
10/7/202225 minutes, 24 seconds
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What inspired Canadian Thanksgiving?

RUOK with farming? New York? what about Vegas? What inspired Canadian Thanksgiving? Canadian historian Peter A. Stevens takes us through the origins of the holiday, the surprising agendas behind it, and why it is so different from the American tradition.   It turns out you can enjoy Thanksgiving dinner without eating thousands of calories! Holistic nutritionist Alyssa B takes us through healthy thanksgiving recipes you need to try this year and how to make the most out of your leftovers!  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
10/7/20221 hour, 9 minutes, 52 seconds
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Technological World with Blaine Kyllo - October 5, 2022

Blaine tells us of Ubisoft's Assassin's Creed plan. Plus, how the European Union has passed a law to standardize charging cables for mobile devices. Find Blaine on twitter @solocorps and at solocorps.com
10/6/202214 minutes, 58 seconds
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Does Turkey actually make you sleepy?

RUOK with scary movies? Does Turkey actually make you sleepy? Find out on Game Showey! We play Thanksgiving-themed trivia!  hat would you do if you won the lottery? Your calls and texts!   HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
10/6/202256 minutes, 44 seconds
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How can you vent your anger, without being angry?

RUOK with holidays? How can you vent your anger, without being angry? Clinical psychologist Dr. Carla Marie Manly gives us tips on how to release your anger constructively and why releasing anger with aggression is likely to make you angry over and over again.  First contact with aliens might look a bit different than in the movies. On The World of Weird Things, Greg Fish tells us why scientists think that our first meeting with aliens will actually be with their robots. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
10/5/20221 hour, 3 minutes, 24 seconds
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It's not just big tech monitoring your data, its Record companies too!

RUOK with online shopping? It's not just big tech monitoring your data, its Record companies too! Alan Cross, Canadian music writer, tells us how the evolving internet is giving labels unprecedented access to our musical tastes and how the Metaverse could make music more virtual than ever. How can you save your memories from 35mm film? Handy Andy Baryer has tips on how to do just that, what to do with your old Amazon Alexa, and he tells us why sports streaming is stirring up controversy.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
10/4/20221 hour, 4 seconds
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Logging is a dangerous job, but some Canadians love to do it!

RUOK with Kayaking? Logging is a dangerous job, but some Canadians love to do it! Kevin Wenstob and Sarah Fleming from Big Timber tell us about what it takes to work in Canada's logging industry and what you can expect on season 3 of the show, which is now underway on the History Channel!  Russia has pulled out of a key region in Ukraine, hours after attempting to annex it. Lawyer and Advocate Stepan Berko joins us from Kyiv and tells us more about Putin's latest blunder and if the victory is giving Ukrainians hope.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
10/3/20221 hour, 1 minute, 39 seconds
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What the hell should I watch this weekend? - September 29

Steve Stebbing tells us what the hell to watch this weekend! We check out new rom-coms and the long-awaited sequel to Hocus Pocus. Find Steve at stevestebbing.ca and on twitter @theStevilDead 
9/30/202213 minutes, 20 seconds
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What will Truth and Reconciliation day look like in ten years?

RUOK with doughnuts? What will Truth and Reconciliation day look like in ten years? Max Fineday, Indigenous-Government Relations expert and Chief Executive Officer of Warshield, tells us where Canada is succeeding and failing at reconciliation with Indigenous people. He also tells us how to have the difficult conversations surrounding reconciliation.  Hear the incredible stories of Canada's indigenous lands and people from Dinae Robinson, Creator and Director of True Story, honouring National Day of Truth and Reconciliation. We hear more about the upcoming documentary premiering on History Channel. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
9/30/20221 hour, 5 seconds
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Max Fineday on The Shift with Shane Hewitt

What will Truth and Reconciliation day look like in ten years? Max Fineday, Indigenous-Government Relations expert and Chief Executive Officer of Warshield, tells us where Canada is succeeding and failing at reconciliation with Indigenous people. He also tells us how to have the difficult conversations surrounding reconciliation. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
9/30/202228 minutes, 1 second
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Technological World with Blaine Kyllo - September 28, 2022

On this edition of the Technological World, Blaine takes us through the new Call of Duty, great games coming to new consoles, and what's next for YouTube. Find Blaine on twitter @solocorps and at solocorps.com
9/29/202213 minutes, 40 seconds
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Can you imagine your hoodies being recycled into food?

Is Canada the greatest country in the world to live? Your calls and texts! Can you imagine your hoodies being recycled into food? Eric Liedtke, CEO and Co-founder of Unless Collective, tells us why he left his position at Adidas to create eco-friendly streetwear and why the fashion industry needs to be held accountable for its pollution. Also, it's back... Gameshowey. Brendan and Shane face off in this edition all about old TV show trivia. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
9/29/20221 hour, 7 minutes, 43 seconds
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Eric Liedtke on The Shift with Shane Hewitt

Can you imagine your hoodies being recycled into food? Eric Liedtke, CEO and Co-founder of Unless Collective, tells us why he left his position at Adidas to create eco-friendly streetwear that can be recycled and why the fashion industry needs to be held accountable for its pollution.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
9/29/202226 minutes, 41 seconds
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Is it buy now, pay later, or buy now, pay more later?

RUOK with hot dogs? Is it buy now, pay later, or buy now, pay more later? Taz Rajan at Community Engagement Partner Bromwich + Smith tells us the pros and cons of buy now pay later systems and other ways we can get trapped in debt while online shopping.  How are the wealthiest people on earth prepping for doomsday? On The World of Weird Things with Greg Fish, we find out the weird, surprising, and over-the-top ways the rich and powerful are preparing for the end.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
9/28/202255 minutes, 37 seconds
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A Canadian company is taking dangerous used tech and transforming it into something we can use!

Check your garage because you might have some vintage gold in there! Handy Andy Baryer lets us know what Thrifters are hunting for  A Canadian company is taking dangerous used tech and transforming it into something we can use! Sumreen Rattan, Co-founder of Moment Energy, tells us how her company is working to reuse electric vehicle batteries and recycle them in unconventional ways.  Does Russia's mobilization mean good news for Ukraine? Lawyer and former Judge Mykhailo Zhernakov is live in Ukraine and brings us the latest on the war in Ukraine and what's next as winter creeps closer.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
9/27/202257 minutes, 58 seconds
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We finally have some encouraging news in the fight to end the Opioid crisis.

RUOK with grunge? We finally have some encouraging news in the fight to end the Opioid crisis. Dr. Gillian Kolla, Postdoctoral Researcher, tells us about an Ontario study that looks into how a safer supply of drugs drastically drops fatal overdoses. Nasa is about to play a game of baseball in space. Andrew C. Ferreira, our space expert, takes us through NASA’s Dart mission and how the space agency plans to crash a rocket into a meteor for science! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
9/26/202256 minutes, 34 seconds
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What the hell should I watch this weekend? - September 22

Does controversy shadow Oliva Wildes and is Marylin worth the hype?  Steve Stebbing brings us reviews of all the movies and TV shows on What The Hell Should We Watch This Weekend!   Find Steve at stevestebbing.ca and on twitter @theStevilDead 
9/23/202213 minutes, 39 seconds
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Companies are selling us dirt and marketing it as gold.

RUOK with finding a parking spot? Companies are selling us dirt and marketing it as gold. One of the experts exposing this is Weston Kay, a leather worker with Rose Anvil and YouTuber. He cuts shoes and boots in half to expose the shocking ways companies use marketing to mark up their prices.  What is the worst storm you have lived through? Your calls and texts!  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
9/23/202248 minutes, 25 seconds
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Technological World with Blaine Kyllo - September 21, 2022

On this weeks edition of The Technological World, Blaine Kyllo gets into new video game releases and a first-hand look at the next installment in the Call of Duty franchise! Plus, how EA is suing a blockbuster game to recruit new workers to their team. Find Blaine on twitter @solocorps and at solocorps.com
9/22/202213 minutes, 54 seconds
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What do you need to plan a good Funeral for yourself and your family?

Get your Pumpkin Spiced Lattes and scarfs out because it's time for the Fall edition of Game Showey! We play a round of Autumn Trivia! What do you need to plan a good Funeral for yourself and your family? Tanya Marsh, law professor and funeral expert, gives us the dos and don’ts of funerals and what you can do to have control over your end-of-life celebration. It looks like the war in Ukraine is about to enter a new stage. Stepan Berko, Kyiv-based lawyer and advocate gives us his reaction to Vladimir Putin’s draft announcement and why Ukrainians are remaining calm, despite escalated threats. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
9/22/202256 minutes, 36 seconds
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What did a trail of ooze lead to in Germany?

RUOK with truth or dare? What did a trail of ooze lead to in Germany? Chris Gilbert, our favourite Kiwi in Japan, shares that and other amazing stories from around the world! He also has some very exciting news that you won’t want to miss! Biologists want to bring back the Wolly Mammoth, but should we? Greg fish walks us through the ethics of resurrecting extinct animals and what the consequences of that scientific feat could be.   HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
9/21/202259 minutes, 25 seconds
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Food is good for the body and soul, so why are we so bad at sharing it with others?

RUOK with Turkey? what about Beyond Meat? Food is good for the body and soul, so why are we so bad at sharing it with others? Julie Ohana, a Culinary Art Therapist tells us why cooking and eating together can be therapeutic. She also gives some tips on how to spice up our cooking!  Was the Prime Minister tone deaf for singing Bohemian Rhapsody prior to the Queen's funeral? Your calls and texts.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
9/20/202257 minutes, 34 seconds
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Just like spy movies, the worst hacks come from inside jobs!

RUOK with being stuck in traffic? Just like spy movies, the worst hacks come from inside jobs! One of the biggest leaks in gaming history and a hack against Uber all came from insiders! Hacking expert Hank the Hacker tells us how companies can be vulnerable to insider attacks and what you can do to protect yourself. Get a first-hand look at the Funeral of Queen Elizabeth II with us and Ben O'Hara Byrne, host of A Little More Conversation. He is in London and describes the magnitude of this historical event.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
9/19/20221 hour, 4 minutes
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What the hell should I watch this weekend? - September 16

Steve Stebbing brings us reviews of The Woman Queen, Goodnight Mommy, and more on What The Hell Should We Watch This Weekend! Find Steve at stevestebbing.ca and on twitter @theStevilDead 
9/16/202214 minutes, 45 seconds
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What is a smell expert's favourite smell?

RUOK with homework? is anybody? What is a smell expert's favourite smell? Ann-Sophie Barwich studies the amazing ways our brains interpret smell and why certain scents trigger emotions, memories, and so much more.  Our live coverage of Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral procession continues with Ben O'Hara Byrne, host of A Little More Conversation. He is in London and updates us on how Canada will be represented at the Queen's funeral and just how complex the ceremony will be.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
9/16/202256 minutes, 48 seconds
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Technological World with Blaine Kyllo - September 14, 2022

Nintendo had a huge reveal this week!  Blaine Kyllo breaks it all down and why IOS16 is draining Apple users' batteries on the Technological World. Find Blaine on twitter @solocorps and at solocorps.com
9/15/202215 minutes, 45 seconds
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Ukraine’s stunning counter-offensive has sent Russia back, but can Ukraine hold the line?

Test your knowledge of The British Crown on Game showey! Play some royal trivia with us, and learn something you didn't know about the Queen and British History.  Ukraine’s stunning counter-offensive has sent Russia back, but can Ukraine hold the line? Foreign Policy expert Hanna Shelest gives us an update on the fighting and what she is seeing from her window in Odesa.  Ben O'Hara Byrne, Host of All Little More Conversation is in London, covering Queen Elizabeth the II’s funeral. Ben joins us while he waits in line to see the queen lie in state. He tells us what the mood is in London and why thousands are travelling to pay their respects.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
9/15/202256 minutes, 16 seconds
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The Story of an inventor who created his own prosthetic arm out of Lego!

Would you steal a bus just to visit your partner? Chris Gilbert brings us that and so much more on the International Dispatch, a weekly collection of bizarre stories from around the world.  We meet David Aguilar, an inventor, and Lego Genius, who created his own prosthetic arm out of Lego! He and his Dad tell us about his inventions, why he uses Lego, and the book that tells David's inspiring story. Is your boss spying on you and how can you stop it? On the World of Weird Things, Greg Fish tells us why micromanaging can actually set workers back and how our remote computers play into it.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
9/14/20221 hour, 5 minutes, 30 seconds
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A Monumental Victory over Russia!

Canadians will finally have a mental health hotline. Sean Krausert, Executive Director of the Canadian Association for Suicide Prevention, tells us what this hotline will do for Canadians in crisis. He also helps us understand why the current support systems are nowhere near enough. Ukraine has achieved a monumental victory over Russia! Mykhailo Zhernakov, a lawyer and a former judge is live in Ukraine and breaks down what the recapture of the city of Luhansk means for Ukraine's war effort.   RUOK with Swamps? Help is available! Speak with someone today: 1-833-456-4566 HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & TuneIn
9/12/20221 hour, 2 minutes, 51 seconds
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What the hell should I watch this weekend? - September 8

Steve Stebbing tells us about the new live-action Pinocchio, as well as Minions: The Rise of Gru coming to Blu-Ray! Find Steve at stevestebbing.ca and on Twitter @theStevilDead 
9/9/202215 minutes, 3 seconds
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Remembering Queen Elizabeth II

What was Queen Elizabeth II like in person? Father Guy Hewitt, Church of England’s first Racial Justice Director, shares stories from his meeting with her majesty. He also tells us how the Queen balanced tradition with progression. What did Queen Elizabeth mean to you? Your calls, texts, and we hear from Stephen Rossiter, with Highland Titles in the UK, on how the queen's passing is weighing on the British people. RUOK with Maps? How about KFC? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
9/9/202257 minutes, 38 seconds
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Technological World with Blaine Kyllo - September 7, 2022

On the Technological World, Blaine Kyllo helps us unpack everything Apple announced this week, including the brand new iPhone. We also dig into upcoming video game adaptations of TV shows. Find Blaine on twitter @solocorps and at solocorps.com
9/8/202213 minutes, 47 seconds
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Should we do away with food expiry dates?

RUOK with Alexa? Should we do away with food expiry dates? Professor Sylvain Charlebois, researcher and professor in food distribution and food policy at Dalhousie University, tells us if expiration dates are still valid or if they are becoming a dated practice. Summer is almost over, but there is still time to go camping on Game Showey! We head to the great outdoors with some shifty trivia all about camping in our beautiful country.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
9/8/202254 minutes, 34 seconds
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Alyssa B on The Shift with Shane Hewitt

Get some healthy summer eating tips with Alyssa B on The Shift! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
9/8/202217 minutes, 36 seconds
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Basem Gohar on The Shift with Shane Hewitt

Basem Gohar, Assistant professor in the Department of Population Medicine and an adjunct professor in the Psychology Department at the University of Guelph, tells us about the defects of the healthcare system and the impact on the well-being of its workers. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
9/8/202220 minutes, 31 seconds
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What are the reasons behind quiet quitting?

On the international dispatch with Chris Gilbert we talk about his fresh new haircut., and much more. Linda Nazareth/Economist and host of the Work and the Future podcast tells us the reasons behind quiet quitting, the upper hand an employee holds at the moment and the evolving work model. On the World of Weird Things with Greg Fish, he tells us about scientists growing a tiny version of a person so they can 3D print replacement organs. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
9/7/20221 hour, 14 minutes, 5 seconds
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What does it take to get into a startup?

Handy Andy Baryer on getting rid of house spiders and cobwebs, and he also shares his back-to-school tech guide. Stepan Berko/ Lawyer and Advocate with DEJURE foundation on the war in Ukraine, tells us how ukranians are preparing for the possibility of a winter with no heat and electricity, and about Russia purchasing military hardware from North Korea. Scott Latham/ Associate Professor, Manning School of Business at UMass Lowell on what it takes to get into a startup and if it can be done without cutting corners? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
9/6/20221 hour, 1 minute, 56 seconds
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What the hell should I watch this weekend? - September 1

Steve Stebbing tells us about the expanded Spiderman No Way Home now in theatres, as well as Honk for Jesus: Save Your Soul. Find Steve at stevestebbing.ca and on twitter @theStevilDead 
9/2/202213 minutes, 44 seconds
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Who owns the Moon? and why agreements are important to prevent conflict.

We introduce the newest member of the Shift. Duncan Elias, originally from Singapore and now in Calgary joins us as he fills in for Ryan O'Donnell.  Basem Gohar, Assistant professor in the Department of Population Medicine and an adjunct professor in the Psychology Department at the University of Guelph, tells us about the defects of the healthcare system and the impact on the well-being of its workers. Also, Aaron Boley, Associate Professor, Department of Physics and Astronomy at UBC and Canada Research Chair in Planetary Astronomy on who owns the Moon and why agreements are important to prevent conflict. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
9/2/20221 hour, 4 seconds
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Technological World with Blaine Kyllo - August 31, 2022

On The Technological world with Blaine Kyllo, we hear if the Last of Us remake is worth the money and what happens when brain implants become obsolete! Find Blaine on twitter @solocorps and at solocorps.com
9/1/202212 minutes, 58 seconds
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You won't believe how many works of art are stolen every day across the world!

Shane and Brendan go head to head on Back to School Gameshowey! You won't believe how many works of art are stolen every day across the world! Christopher A. Marinello, CEO & Founder OF Art Recovery International, tells us how his company tracks down stolen art and the thieves who take it. He also tells us how the criminal underworld moves stolen pieces. Hana Shelest, foreign policy expert is live in Ukraine and gives us an update on the Ukrainian counteroffensive against Russia. We also hear how Civilians are contributing to Ukraine's major military operation.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
9/1/20221 hour, 11 minutes, 8 seconds
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What is road rage, and why does it happen?

Fake Fingerprints, eating garbage, and drug smuggling, are just some of the stories from around the world we cover with Chris Gilbert on the international dispatch!  What is road rage, and why does it happen? Dr. Steve Albrecht, a threat assessment expert and former police officer, helps us understand where bouts of rage come from and how to manage anger in stressful moments.  Ai-generated art is becoming more popular, so should creators be concerned? Greg Fish explains how and why machines are creating art, and why human hands are still the best at creating it. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
8/31/20221 hour, 6 minutes, 16 seconds
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Are we going about the opioid crisis the wrong way?

RUOK with live TV? Are we going about the opioid crisis the wrong way? Dr. Andre Waismann, Opiate Addiction Specialist and ICU Physician, tells us how pharmaceutical companies, politicians, and stigmas are creating roadblocks for those seeking help for their addiction. Do you have an ancient computer? Don’t get rid of it! Handy Andy Baryer has tips on how to bring old computers up to speed. We also get into the best printers for your office and portable projectors for your movie-watching needs!  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In
8/30/202258 minutes, 53 seconds
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David Johnson, a retired professor of economics at Wilfrid Laurier University answers that and all your burning questions about inflation.

RUOK with really bad drug dealers? What is inflation, and are we letting it take too much control of our finances? David Johnson, a retired professor of economics at Wilfrid Laurier University answers that and all your burning questions about inflation.   And we ask shiftheads what they would do with $5,000? Your calls and texts.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca  
8/29/202256 minutes, 13 seconds
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John L. Crassidis, a Space Junk expert and Professor in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at the University of New York, tells us why space junk is a problem that we do not know how to solve. Plus, we throwback to 1991.

RUOK with speeding tickets? Are there too many satellites in space? John L. Crassidis, a Space Junk expert and Professor in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at the University of New York, tells us why space junk is a problem that we do not know how to solve. Take a look back at 1991 with us for Throwback Thursday! We look at Ukraine's independence day, the birth of the GST tax, the pop culture of the year, and more! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca  
8/26/20221 hour, 4 minutes
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Lisa S. Johnson is a Canadian photographer who photographs the greatest guitars of all time! Plus, Fred helps us out on Rock N Roll Gameshowey!

It’s time for the greatest Gameshowey trivia showdown yet! Shane and Brendan battle it out as Shifthead Fred tries to win tickets to see Mötley Crüe! It's a rock and Roll trivia showdown that you can only catch on The Shift.  Plus, your calls and texts on the greatest rock anthem of all time! Lisa S. Johnson is a Canadian who photographs the greatest guitars of all time! Hear the story behind the guitars used by Hendrix, Brian May, Metallica, and so much more. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca  
8/25/20221 hour, 3 minutes, 7 seconds
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Today we mark Ukrainian independence Day with advocate and former Judge Mykhailo Zhernakov. Plus, Sir Christopher Gilbert talks social media challenges for whales.

Chris Gilbert is back with the International Dispatch! Find out why people lost their jobs over a weather forecast, social media challenges for whales, and other bizarre animal stories. Today we mark Ukrainian independence Day with advocate and former Judge Mykhailo Zhernakov,. He tells us what this day means for Ukrainians and what Ukrainians need as the war hits the sixth-month mark.  We dig into one of the surprising consequences of Climate change with Greg Fish on the world of Weird Things! He tells us how extremists are using the climate crisis to their advantage, and we dive into cancel culture's role in all of it.   HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca  
8/24/20221 hour, 3 minutes, 25 seconds
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Guitarist Helen Austin of Big Little Lions tells us how the pop-duo creates a massive sound with just two band members. Plus, could you digital detox?

Could you do a digital detox? Shane shares his takeaways from his week-long break from the world, plus your calls and texts.  Simple sounds amazing with Big Little Lions as we continue our Summer of New Music! Guitarist Helen Austin tells us how the pop-duo creates a massive sound with just two instruments. We get into the bands unlikely story and what it’s like to live the dream at the age of 50.  Surfing in Venice, stealing an Easter Island statue. These are just some of the things you should not do while travelling! Author and travel expert Claire Newell tells us how to be respectful while abroad and shares some of her unbelievable travel horror stories. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca  
8/23/20221 hour, 1 minute, 21 seconds
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Larry Gifford, host of When Life Gives you Parkinson’s podcast, shares his experience with the disease and what treatment is like for Canadians. Plus, RUOK with kittens?

When life gives you Parkinson’s, what do you do? Larry Gifford, National Director of Talk Radio for Corus Entertainment, host of When Life Gives you Parkinson’s podcast, shares his experience with the disease and what treatment is like for Canadians.  We return to Ukraine with Stepan Berko, Lawyer and advocate with DEJURE. He gives us a reaction to the assassination of an influential Russian’s daughter and why Ukrainians are supporting fighting in Crimea. Plus, RUOK with kittens? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca  
8/22/20221 hour, 6 minutes, 12 seconds
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Avery Shoaf, from Rust Valley Restorers, joins The Shift! Plus, Andrew C. Ferreira tells us why a lot of smart people have come to Vancouver this week.

With Guest Host Bruce Claggett. Avery Shoaf, from Rust Valley Restorers, joins The Shift! Find out what it's like to be the MacGyver of muscle cars and get his thoughts on Dodge retiring the Challenger. Calls and texts from across Canada about the favorite cars of Shiftheads. The Smartest people in the world are all in Canada for a very special conference! Andrew C. Ferreira tells us why, who they are, and if they could be able to solve the greatest problem in the universe. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca  
8/19/202259 minutes, 47 seconds
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Sylvain Charlebois, Researcher and professor in food distribution and food policy at Dalhousie University, brings us the good news that food prices are going down! Plus, Gameshowey with Bruce!

Guest Host: Bruce Claggett Bruce and Brendan go head to head in Gameshowey. Today, Ryan tests their muscle car knowledge! The price of food in Canada is finally going down. Sylvain Charlebois, Researcher and professor in food distribution and food policy at Dalhousie University, brings us the good news! Plus, could you save money by ordering instead of going to the grocery store? Will Cats and Dogs ever get along? Animal behaviour expert Zazie Todd, Ph.D., helps us understand how our companions interreact with each other. She also gives us amazing insight into what really goes on in their brains! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca  
8/18/20221 hour, 2 minutes, 28 seconds
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Kadie Okwudili is the founder and CEO of Agapé, a relationship app that could help you deepen your connection with your partner over the phone! Plus, RUOK with taking a joke?

Guest Host Bruce Claggett., RUOK with taking a joke? Is it possible that your cell phone could actually help your relationships? Kadie Okwudili is the founder and CEO of Agapé, a relationship app that could help you deepen your connection with your partner over the phone! She also shares how a brush with death gave her the idea to create the app. The world of Weird things with Greg Fish goes to Outer Space as we look at a very hungry black hole and if there may be a ninth planet in our solar system. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca  
8/17/20221 hour, 1 minute, 19 seconds
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Jamila Aleaf and Omar Kaywan with The Beacon of Hope for Afghan Children tell us how much has changed since the takeover. Is Canada ignoring the crisis? Plus, RUOK with Drag Racing?

With GUEST HOST Bruce Claggett RUOK with Drag Racing? It has been one year since the Taliban took control of Afghanistan. Jamila Aleaf and Omar Kaywan with The Beacon of Hope for Afghan Children tell us how much has changed since the takeover. Is Canada ignoring the crisis? A new survey show nearly ever teen is using the Internet constantly. You are probably not surprised to hear that, but Handy Andy Baryery gets into how this data can help us be smarter online. Plus, big changes to Whatsapp and more! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca  
8/16/20221 hour, 4 minutes, 4 seconds
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Guest Host Bruce Claggett talks with sandwich and potato chip historian expert Barry Enderwick. Plus, RUOK with Bees?

RUOK with bees? When does a potato chip flavour go too far? Barry Enderwick, the sandwich and potato chip historian is back and shares with us the most bizarre chip flavours from around the world, and he tells us why chip companies keep making wild flavours. Your calls and texts about your favorite chip flavours. Ryan tells us the tragic tale of Freya the Walrus. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca  
8/15/20221 hour, 9 minutes, 50 seconds
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The Worst Year in History, what the hell should I watch, and RUOK with Thunderstorms?

Believe it or not, the 2020s haven’t been so terrible! Michael McCormick, Professor of Medieval History Chair at Harvard University, tells us about the worst year in Human history. We hear about the events that made 536 AD so terrible and what medieval life looked like hundreds of years ago.  Steve Stebbing joins us for What The Hell Should We Watch This Weekend? He reviews new horror comedies, thrillers, and family fun. RUOK with thunderstorms? How about lawsuits? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca  
8/12/202257 minutes, 22 seconds
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A glamorous way to compost, why is nicotine so addictive and Game Showey!

Tech expert Mike Yawney fills in for Blaine Kyllo on the Technological World! We learn if folding phones from Samsung are necessary and a much more glamorous way to compost in your kitchen. Why is Nicotine so addictive and why is it so hard to quit? Eric Donny, a tobacco expert at Wake Forest University School of Medicine, tells us how Nicotine affects our brain and how vaping has made it even easier to get addicted to it. Game Showey is back... and so is Ben O'Hara Byrne from A Little More Conversation for the rematch of the century! Shane and Ben face off in some trivia all about Canada's biggest summer festivals. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca  
8/11/20221 hour, 3 minutes, 33 seconds
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The Fall of Domino's Pizza in Italy, Ukraine and the Black Sea and RUOK with excavators?

Chris Gilbert is live from Tokyo for the International Dispatch! He brings us amazing stories from around the world, including the fall of Domino's pizza in Italy and why cats love it when you hate them. Dr. Yevgeniya Gaber, a Ukrainian foreign policy expert at Carleton University, gives us a crucial update on Ukraine and the Black Sea. She explains how western weapons have helped Ukraine at the bargaining table with Russia. RUOK with excavators? How about beer? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca  
8/10/202257 minutes, 29 seconds
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Tech support for Parkinson's, Switching from Android to Apple and RUOK with Chad?

Would you let tech support tweak your brain? George Martin from Newfoundland has been living with Parkinson's, but everything changed when he underwent a procedure that put a computer chip in his brain. He tells us how that chip now controls his disease and how it's re-invented his life. How do you make the switch from Android to Apple? Handy Andy Baryer gives us tips on how to make the switch and some creative ways to get rid of your old phone! RUOK with Chad? How about getting paid to nap?
8/9/202255 minutes, 28 seconds
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How criticism changes in the age of social media, understanding China’s motivations and RUOK with retirement?

Everyone is a critic, and that's a problem! We get into how criticism has changed in the age of social media. Nancy Pelosi’s visit to Taiwan has sent ripples across Asia and around the world. Jonathan Berkshire Miller, Director of the Indo-Pacific Program and Senior Fellow at The Macdonald-Laurier Institute helps us understand China’s motivations and Canada's place in Asian politics. He also shares former Japanese PM Shinzo Abe’s lasting impact on Japan RUOK with Retirement? How about Pirates? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca  
8/8/202254 minutes, 7 seconds
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Dr. Hanna Shelest, foreign policy expert, joins us live from Odesa Ukraine with a look at the Ukrainian grain crisis.. Plus, RUOK with Spiders?

- Dr. Hanna Shelest, foreign policy expert, joins us live from Odesa Ukraine with a look at the Ukrainian grain crisis. She tells us why the world needs Ukrainian grain and what it takes to ship that grain out of the war zone.  - The Earth just had its shortest day in recent history, but is that weird? Andrew C. Ferreria brings us the theories behind this phenomenon, and we explore the latest photo from the James Webb telescope.  - Plus, RUOK with spiders? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca  
8/5/202257 minutes, 58 seconds
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Hank the Hacker tells us how hackers can organize to launch spam attacks across the world.. Plus, the all thrill ride version of Game-Showey!

Come thrill-seeking with us as we play Game Showey! It’s time for some amusement park trivia. What is a Hacktivist and should you be worried about them? Hank the Hacker tells us how hackers can organize to launch spam attacks across the world. Plus, what is the most common way hackers are getting into our phones?  On the Millennial on the radio Ryan O'Donnnell tells us about an unfortunate situation at Disney World and how Instagram tried to be a bit too much like Tik Tok HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca  
8/4/20221 hour, 2 minutes, 12 seconds
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A town in Britain run by a pony, evil A.I. and RUOK with waterslides?

Sir Christopher Gilbert brings us wild stories from around the world for the International Dispatch! We learn about a town in Britain run by a pony, some very angry monkeys, and a dolphin boy band. Could Artificial Intelligence choose to be evil? Greg Fish tells us how scientists are prepped to deal with rogue A.I. and if we should be scared of what A.I. can do.  RUOK with Waterslides? Witches? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca  
8/4/20221 hour, 31 seconds
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The Science behind sleep, guilt tipping and RUOK with Chess and Cheese

What is sleep? Dr. Rebecca Spencer, Associate professor in the Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, helps us understand how to find a healthy sleeping habit, how our phones disturb sleep, and what really happens while we dream.  Do you tip, or do you feel guilted into tipping? Your calls and texts! RUOK with Chess? How about cheese? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca  
8/4/20221 hour, 12 minutes, 15 seconds
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Armand Arton, Chief Global Citizen with the passport Index, explains how the Passport Index works and why some countries have more powerful ones than others. Plus, RUOK with winning an argument?

RUOK with winning an argument What makes a passport powerful?  Armand Arton, Chief Global Citizen with the passport Index, explains how the Passport Index works and why some countries have more powerful ones than others.  Turkey is facing inflation of over 50 percent, but the nation continues to be a key player in the war for Ukraine. Dr. Yevgeniya Gaber, Ukrainian foreign-policy expert and nonresident senior fellow at the Atlantic Council, helps us understand Turkey's role on the world stage and the work she is doing for Ukraine.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca   
7/27/202256 minutes, 50 seconds
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R U OK with Chicken? An Update from Ukraine and redefining how to be healthy!

R U OK with Chicken? Ukrainian foreign policy expert Dr. Hanna Shelest joined us live in Odesa and explains Russia's brazen missile strike on the port city. She tells us why Russia is destroying Ukraine's grain exports and how political turmoil around the world isn't helping Ukraine. One of social media's biggest fitness experts is going to help us redefine how to be healthy. Big Ron Jones takes us through his approach to wellness and how you can make a meaningful change inside and outside the gym.   HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca   
7/26/202257 minutes, 19 seconds
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Blockbuster moves that have changed the sports world, What is it like to live the dream? & RUOK with the price of fast food?

What player trade broke your heart? We get into the Matthew Tkachuk trade with Global Calgary reporter Cami Kepke and other blockbuster moves that have changed the game Canadian animator Mark Koetsier has worked on some of the greatest animated films ever made. He takes us through working on films like 'The Lion King and his new movie 'Paws of Fury: The Legend of Hank.' RUOK with the price of fast food? Disney? What about first dates? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca   
7/25/20221 hour, 6 minutes, 54 seconds
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What did it take for the Egyptians to build the pyramids? Which novelty songs get stuck in your head & What the hell should we watch this weekend?

Dr. Bob Bianchi has been an Egyptologist for almost 50 years. He gets into some of the Egyptians' most incredible achievements in architecture, language, and the one thing they were able to achieve that no other ancient civilization could. 'Gangnam Style' has just turned 10! What other novelty songs get stuck in your head? Steve Stebbing gets into the most anticipated movies of the week, including "Nope," a thriller from Jordan Peele that is out of this world. Plus, a great debate on character development for What the Hell should We Watch This Weekend!  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca   
7/22/20221 hour, 15 minutes, 38 seconds
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Dr. Morgan Levine, Assistant Professor Adjunct in Pathology at Yale University, gets into how scientists are learning how we age. Plus, the Gameshowey inflation special!

We go back to 1981 on the inflation flashback special of Game-Showey!  Would you want to know how long you could live for?  Dr. Morgan Levine, Assistant Professor Adjunct in Pathology at Yale University, gets into how scientists are learning how we age, how the perception of our age matters, and more. What is the most important thing Ukrainians are doing every day to survive Russias invasion? We get an update on the politics and day-to-day lives of Ukrainians from lawyer and advocate Stepan Berko, who is in Kyiv Plus, the work lawyers are trying to do to make real judicial change in the nation.   HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca   
7/21/20221 hour, 9 minutes, 56 seconds
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Economist Jack Mintz tells us what we need to know about inflation. Plus Greg Fish and Sir Christopher Gilbert!

Arnold Schwarzenegger is facing a very strange allegation from a fellow actor. Chris Gilbert gets into that and some interesting insight on life in Tokyo for the International Dispatch!  Inflation is the highest its been in over 40 years. What does the Bank of Canada's interest rate hike mean for you, and could inflation start to ease? Economist Jack Mintz gives us some answers.  Plastic is everywhere! Our tech, toys, and even our blood. Greg Fish takes us through the alternatives to plastic that could be a lot safer and more profitable. We dig into that on the World of Weird Things.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca   
7/20/20221 hour, 11 minutes, 45 seconds
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Talking new Canadian music, why do we still use self-checkouts and RUOK with Subway?

We kick off the summer of new Canadian music with Harm and Ease! Lead guitarist Danny Lopez shares the band’s amazing small-town story, how Covid helped him become a better musician, and why they went viral on  TikTok.  Most people hate self-checkouts, so why do we still use them? Sylvain Charlebois, Canadian researcher and professor in food distribution and food policy at Dalhousie University, helps us understand why grocery stories make us shop this way and gives us updates on the price of food across the country.   RUOK with Subway?  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca   
7/19/20221 hour, 6 minutes, 54 seconds
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Lawyer and former judge Mykhailo Zhernakov joins us from Ukraine with that and an understanding of the systemic corruption Ukraine continues to deal with during the war. Plus, how do you park your car? and much more!

What is the best way to park your car? do you back in or drive in? Your calls and texts! Has Ukraine's perspective on Canada changes with the Nord Stream Turbine? Lawyer and former judge Mykhailo Zhernakov joins us from Ukraine with that and an understanding of the systemic corruption Ukraine continues to deal with during the war.  Russia is ramping up cyber attacks, and Canada is on the defensive. Hank the Hacker, an ethical hacker, helps us understand how hackers can take advantage of international events and what its like to live as a hacker.   Plus, RUOK with airports? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca   
7/18/20221 hour, 21 minutes, 48 seconds
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Dr. Samuel West, the Curator of the Museum of Failure, tells us why he was inspired to make a museum dedicated to history's greatest failures. Plus, what car feature can you not live without?

What feature in your car could you not live without? we take your calls and texts! The Museum of Failure has finally made it to Canada!  The Museum's curator, Dr. Samuel West, tells us why he was inspired to make a museum dedicated to history's greatest failures and why it's okay to fail!  Scammers are all over the aftermath of the Rogers outage and are taking advantage of Canadians. Hank the Hacker, an ethical hacker, tells us how to spot scammers who are impersonating Rogers and other ways hackers can take advantage of you after major technical failures.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca   
7/15/20221 hour, 7 minutes, 11 seconds
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Jamila Aleaf and Omar Kaywan, with Beacon of Hope for Afghanistan, tell us how much has changed since the Taliban has taken control. Plus, a Canadian vacation version of Gameshowey!

It's back, Gameshowey! We help you plan the best Canadian vacation ever with Game Showey! Test your knowledge of Canada's landmarks through trivia.  How much has changed since the Taliban took control of Afghanistan? Jamila Aleaf and Omar Kaywan, with Beacon of Hope for Afghanistan, tell us what they have managed to do for the people who still live in the country and what Afghans face under Taliban oppression.  Plus, RUOK with PSA's? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca   
7/14/20221 hour, 1 minute, 45 seconds
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The most special pictures of space, RUOK with fries & Reaction to Shinzo Abe's assassination

NASA has finally shown us the greatest and most detailed photos of space ever, thanks to the James Webb telescope. Andrew C. Ferreira walks us through every picture and why they are so special RUOK with fries?  On the International Dispatch, Chris Gilbert joins us from Tokyo and helps us understand the global impact of former Japanese PM Shinzo Abe's assassination. We also dive into bizarre stories from other corners of the world HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca   
7/13/202248 minutes, 51 seconds
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War in Ukraine, RUOK with whisky & Tips on how to stay cool this summer

Dr. Hanna Shelest returns from Odesa, Ukraine. She gives us an update on the war in the Donbas region, some of the impacts the war is having on Ukraine's tourism industry, and how Ukrainians feel about Canada handing a gas turbine to Russia RUOK with whisky?  Handy Andy Baryer is back with more tips on how to stay cool this summer, and the swiss army knife of projectors Dan McTeague, with Canadians for Affordable Energy, shares his thoughts on rising gas prices and the impact Canada’s green energy policy has on the world HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca   
7/12/20221 hour, 22 seconds
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Keith Whyte, Executive Director of the National Council on Problem Gambling, helps us realize how rampant unregulated gambling is in Canada. Plus, RUOK with Twerking?

RUOK with Twerking? Have you noticed more gambling ads? That's because there are more now than ever. Keith Whyte, Executive Director of the National Council on Problem Gambling, helps us realize how rampant unregulated gambling is in Canada, how it takes advantage of Canadians, and how you may have gambled without even noticing it.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca   
7/11/202255 minutes, 20 seconds
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Charlotte Lockhart, the founder of 4 Day Week Global, tells us the benefits of shortening our time at work and how that can improve productivity. Plus, RUOK with pay day?

RUOK with payday? We also may have killed a mosquito... Would a 4-day work week, work for you? Charlotte Lockhart, the founder of 4 Day Week Global, tells us the benefits of shortening our time at work and how that can improve productivity.  What The Hell Should We Watch This Weekend returns with Steve Stebbing. He gives us a review of Thor Love and  Thunder, plus a tribute to James Caan. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca   
7/8/202259 minutes, 52 seconds
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UBC biology professor Chris Harley tells us how our ecosystems recover from massive damage caused by extreme weather. Plus, Gameshowey all about the Calgary Stampede!

The greatest outdoor show on earth is about to kick off, and we need to play some Gameshowey to celebrate! We play a round of Calgary Stampede trivia!  What happens to a forest, after the fire? UBC biology professor Chris Harley tells us how our ecosystems recover from massive damage caused by extreme weather.  We return to Ukraine with Advocate and lawyer Stepan Berko. He shares the civilian experience of the war at this point and tells us what Ukrainians are now fighting for.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca  
7/7/20221 hour, 3 minutes, 10 seconds
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Airline expert John Gradek with McGill University talks about the chaotic summer in Canada's airline industry. Plus, RUOK with wildlife?

Rob Fai guest hosts! RUOK with Wildlife? Why has Canada's air industry fallen into chaos? Airline expert John Gradek with McGill University explains how it happened and gives us some possible solutions to our problems. Is it too late to find alien life? Greg Fish walks us through the theory that life in space could have peaked over 5 billion years ago. Plus, more science theories from the World of Weird Things.   HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca  
7/6/202248 minutes, 59 seconds
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Chris Parry, CEO of equity Guru, talks to us about all things Crypto. Plus, RUOK with Burger King?

Rob Fai guest hosts! RUOK with going on cruises? Has the Crypto and NFT window closed? Chris Parry, CEO of equity Guru, tells us how this all works, if the crypto market could rebound, and the biggest misconceptions about crypto. Learn how Andy Baryer earned the name Disco Andy while partying in Vegas with some very surprising guests.  Plus, how can you stay cool this summer with or without A/C. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca  
7/5/202248 minutes, 19 seconds
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Gurdeep Pandher, bhangra dancer, and the happiest man in Canada delivers joy for Canada Day. Plus, artist Geri Hahn on what it’s really like to see your favourite songs.

We ask you who you think is the best Canadian Band of all time? Your texts and calls from across Canada.  There is a condition that lets you see sound? It's called synesthesia, and artist Geri Hahn has lived with it her whole life. She helps us understand the condition and what it’s really like to see your favourite songs.  Gurdeep Pandher, bhangra dancer, and the happiest man in Canada delivers joy for Canada Day! We dig into happiness, how it comes from sadness and his dancing performances in Ottawa. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca  
7/1/202251 minutes, 22 seconds
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Sir Christopher Gilbert tells us about New Yorkers getting Botox for their bladders and so much more. Plus, an all Canada Game-Showey!

It's back, Gameshowey. Shane and Brendan face off in the all Canadian trivia version of our beloved gameshow.  Chris Gilbert returns with the International Dispatch! Hear how a Japanese man had too many drinks and accidentally leaked nearly half a million banking accounts. Plus, New Yorkers getting Botox for their bladders and so much more. Plus, RUOK with starting a new job? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca  
6/30/20221 hour, 5 minutes, 25 seconds
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Barry Enderwick, TikTok star and sandwich historian, is also an expert in potato chips! We hear about the amazing flavours he has tried from all around the world, and why the snack is so beloved. Plus, Greg Fish and Good News Tuesday!

Good News calls from across Canada! How does a bowl of deep-fried fish skin chips sound to you? Barry Enderwick, TikTok star and sandwich historian, is also an expert in potato chips! We hear about the amazing flavours he has tried from all around the world, and why the snack is so beloved. Do we need to accept that we will never have all the answers to our universe? On the world of weird things, Greg Fish tells us why we should care about the shape of the universe and why we can't seem to figure out what it actually looks like.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca  
6/29/20221 hour, 4 minutes, 28 seconds
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Sylvain Charlebois, a Food security expert from Dalhousie University, gives us the 3 reasons why the cost of food is so high and if price gouging is contributing to it? Plus, Shane, Ryan and Brendan are back!

The band is back together after vacations and other life events. Shane, Ryan and Brendan re-unite and update their recent goings on.  There has been a shift in targets in Ukraine as Russia is once again bombarding Kyiv. Mykhailo Zhernakov, former judge and lawmaker, shares his first-hand experience with the attack. Back yard BBQ’s are about to become a lot more expensive this summer. Sylvain Charlebois, a Food security expert from Dalhousie University, gives us the 3 reasons why the cost of food is so high and if price gouging is contributing to it?  Plus, RUOK with mayo? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca  
6/28/20221 hour, 7 minutes, 11 seconds
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Cami Kepke, our sports expert from Global Calgary, breaks down the Avalanche cup win, Canada’s best shot at the cup, and more. Plus, RUOK with home renovations?

RUOK with home reno's? We have a new Stanley Cup Champion! The Colorado Avalanche captured Lord Stanley's cup from the Tampa Bay lightning. Cami Kepke, our sports expert from Global Calgary, breaks down the win, Canada’s best shot at the cup, and more. Ryan brings us another example of politicians brutally failing to appeal to younger voters and what actually takes for millennials to relate and support politicians.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca  
6/27/202257 minutes, 11 seconds
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Julie Freedman Smith, Parenting coach and co-founder of Parenting Power, gives us tips on how to support your kids as they go through this massive change and parenting post-pandemic. Plus, RUOK with Australia?

RUOK with Australia? ... or is it Straya? What does it take to be a good parent when your teen graduates from high school? Julie Freedman Smith, Parenting coach and co-founder of Parenting Power, gives us tips on how to support your kids as they go through this massive change and parenting post-pandemic. Steve Stebbing brings us a look at the new Elvis biopic On what the well should we watch this weekend! Plus, Ethan Hawk's chilling performance in a horror movie and more!  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca  
6/24/202247 minutes, 56 seconds
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Canadian music writer Alan Cross reminds us that our music heroes are mortal, but their music isn’t. Plus, RUOK with Forklifts?

RUOK with forklifts? Many music legends have passed away this year. Canadian music writer Alan Cross reminds us that our music heroes are mortal, but their music isn’t. Plus, what it's like to get a drum lesson from Ringo Starr! Ryan O’Donnell is the millennial on the radio and shows his appreciation for Star Wars and the community its created, and why KD is superior to Mac and Cheese. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca  
6/23/202250 minutes, 47 seconds
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The Plastic Bag Problem, Anger is Good For You and Those Around You & RUOK with Hot Dogs?

Lilly Woodbury environmentalist from Surfriders Foundation Canada talks plastic bags Greg Fish digs through the ditches and rage with the fishes RUOK with hot dogs? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca   
6/22/20221 hour, 5 minutes, 1 second
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Umbrella Academy's Ken Hall, Handy Andy's Community Garden & RUOK with Spreading Ashes?

Canadian actor Ken Hall from The Umbrella Academy is back Handy Andy talks his community vegetable garden and E-scooters RUOK with spreading ashes? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca   
6/21/20221 hour, 5 minutes, 23 seconds
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Advocate Stepan Berko tells us how he has now lost someone fighting on the frontlines, why the war is getting deadlier, and details the political picture in Ukraine. Hank the Hacker, an ethical hacker gives us his two cents on Canada’s new digital privacy act. And RUOK with snakes in a Ferrari?

Casualties are rising in Ukraine, and more civilians are being directly impacted by the war. Advocate Stepan Berko tells us how he has now lost someone fighting on the frontlines, why the war is getting deadlier, and details the political picture in Ukraine. Hank the Hacker, an ethical hacker gives us his two cents on Canada’s new digital privacy act. Does the bill cover enough ground with this act, or are Canadians still at risk of falling victims to security breaches? RUOK with snakes in a Ferrari? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca   
6/20/202259 minutes, 11 seconds
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What's the dumbest thing you did as a kid? Canadians fighting to live with dignity & RUOK with dad jokes?

Dads share their dumbest stories with us  Disability Without Poverty’s national director Rabia Khedr, and Sherri Hanley, the director of policy and community action for the Community Food Centres Canada, tell us how poverty is impacting thousands of Canadians living with disabilities RUOK with dad jokes? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca   
6/17/20221 hour, 7 minutes, 23 seconds
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What makes a cult a cult? An insight into Russia's cult-like obsessions & RUOK with bad commercials?

Stephen Kent, a professor at the University of Alberta, explains how cults trap people inside them and the practices that make cult leaders obscenely rich Dr. Hanna Shelest joins us from Ukraine with an update on the pivotal battle for Severodonetsk RUOK with bad commercials? Pigs? What about the World Cup? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca   
6/16/20221 hour, 4 minutes, 56 seconds
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What is terraforming? Are you ready to travel this summer? & RUOK with horses?

Scientists are still searching for ways for human lives on Mars, but should we be changing other planets? Greg Fish tells us about the complicated practice of terraforming Are you ready to take a cruise? Travel expert Claire Newell is back and shares her experience taking a cruise! RUOK with horses? Car insurance? What about Nike? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca   
6/15/20221 hour, 2 minutes, 6 seconds
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Visual artist David Zinn shares his perception of public art, Best gift lists for Father's Day & RUOK with cryptocurrencies?

David Zinn -- the world's most famous chalk artist -- is back on The Shift and celebrates his new book "Chance Encounters"  Handy Andy Baryer has the best gift list for dads this Father's Day RUOK with cryptocurrencies? Catfish? What about hot dogs? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca   
6/14/20221 hour, 7 minutes, 9 seconds
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We dig into Russia's motivations for the Ukraine conflict, the government is considering putting warning messages on individual cigarettes, & RUOK with charging cords?

We go back to Ukraine with Mykhailo Zhernakov, who updates us on the war. We dig into Russia's motivations for the conflict at this point and why landmass might not matter to Putin. The government is considering putting warning messages on individual cigarettes. Do you smoke, and do you think this is a good idea? Your calls and texts!  and RUOK with charging cords? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca   
6/13/202255 minutes, 15 seconds
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Consumer watchdog Edgar Dworsky tells us about Shrinkflation! What is it, and how are companies getting away with it? Hank the Hacker, the ethical hacker, tells us how Russia and other states are mobilizing their digital armies and how Canada needs to organize its own. And RUOK with falling in a vat of chocolate?

Have you noticed food is getting smaller? You are not imagining things. Consumer watchdog Edgar Dworsky tells us about Shrinkflation! What is it, and how are companies getting away with it? Ruok with falling into a tank of chocolate? The government is preparing for possible cyber attacks from Russia. Hank the Hacker, the ethical hacker, tells us how Russia and other states are mobilizing their digital armies and how Canada needs to organize its own. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca     
6/10/202247 minutes, 35 seconds
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Lawyer Stepan Berko joins us from Ukraine after reuniting with his family for the first time since the war be Program Supervisor Robert McDonald and Communications manager Shawna Ogston from Food Banks Canada tells us how inflation is impacting Canadian food banks. A very special episode of Game Showey! Ben O’hara Byrne from A Little More Conversation faces Shane In a head-to-head trivia battle!

A very special episode of Game Showey! Ben O’hara Byrne from A Little More Conversation faces Shane n a head-to-head trivia battle!  Nearly a quarter of Canadians aren't eating as much food as they should be. Program Supervisor Robert McDonald and Communications manager Shawna Ogston from Food Banks Canada tells us how inflation is impacting Canadian food banks and the people who rely on them.  Lawyer Stepan Berko joins us from Ukraine after reuniting with his family for the first time since the war began. He shares that incredible reunion, his family’s return home to Kyiv, and how the war still impacts the capital city of Kyiv, despite the Russian retreat. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca   
6/9/20221 hour, 7 minutes, 55 seconds
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Music Industry expert Ari Herstand helps us understand how TikTok and streaming are competing with record labels and why artists are ditching labels altogether. Plus, Sir Christopher Gilbert live from Tokyo!

Chris Gilbert is live in Tokyo and brings us bizarre stories from around the world, including a divorce over instant noodles, a sheep charged with murder, and so much more!  The music industry is going through a massive shift, and it could change the way your music is delivered to you. Music Industry expert Ari Herstand helps us understand how TikTok and streaming platforms are competing with record labels and what it takes to make it big in the music industry right now.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca   
6/8/202256 minutes, 14 seconds
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Dr. Basem Gohar, psychologist and assistant professor at the department of population medicine at the University of Guelph, helps us understand how we can successfully disconnect from work. Plus, RUOK with the lost and found?

RUOK with the Lost and Found? Ontario's right to disconnect law is now in effect but will it work? Dr. Basem Gohar, psychologist and assistant professor at the department of population medicine at the University of Guelph, helps us understand how we can successfully disconnect from work and why it's so hard to do in the first place.  Handy Andy Baryer is back and continues on his journey to be the laziest and most efficient gardener in Canada! He also breaks down all the amazing features coming to Apple users this year. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca   
6/7/20221 hour, 10 minutes, 2 seconds
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Nutritionist Alyssa B. gives us tips on how to maintain a healthy life with food with good habits and creating the perfect road-trippin’ snack for this summer! Plus, RUOK with kangaroos?

RUOK with Kangaroos? what about Pickle Juice? Is healthy living about the food or the lifestyle? Nutritionist  Alyssa B. gives us tips on how to maintain a healthy life with food with good habits and creating the perfect road-trippin’ snack for this summer! Ukrainian foreign policy expert Dr. Hanna Shelest joins us live following her trip around the world lobbying for Ukraine. She tells us how other nations support Ukraine, if international coverage of the conflict is waning, and she gives us insight into Canada’s confrontations with China.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca   
6/6/202258 minutes, 23 seconds
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Dr. Paul Kershaw on Canada's housing market squeeze. Plus, an all Ontario Game-Showey!

We play Game-Showey. Brendan and Shane face off in the all Ontario edition of Game-Showey. The winner gets to be Premier of Ontario.  Canada’s housing market is being hit with fixed prices and sky-high unaffordability. Dr. Paul Kershaw, tenured University of BC professor and founder of Generation Squeeze, highlights where the system is and isn't working. Will younger generations ever be able to get into the housing market?  Plus, RUOK with rides? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca   
6/3/20221 hour, 4 minutes, 44 seconds
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Advocate and broadcaster Garth Mullins tells us if decriminalizing drugs is the right step forward in fighting the opioid crisis in BC. Plus, RUOK goes off the rails.

RUOK with Possums ... or is it Opossums? British Colombia has become the first province to decriminalize the possession of some drugs. Advocate and broadcaster Garth Mullins tells us if decriminalizing drugs is the right step forward in fighting the opioid crisis in BC and what drug users think of the policy.  The war in Ukraine is fading in the headlines, but the war isn’t slowing down.  Advocate and former judge Mikhailo Zhernenkov updates us on everything we need to know about what is happening inside Ukraine, right now.   HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca   
6/2/202259 minutes, 49 seconds
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Evelyn Forget, economist and professor at the University of Manitoba helps us understand what a guaranteed income would mean for Canadians who need financial support. Plus, your Good News!

It's good news Tuesday. your calls and texts from across Canada! Is basic income for all Canadians a realistic idea? Evelyn Forget, economist and professor at the University of Manitoba helps us understand what a guaranteed income would mean for Canadians who need financial support.  Greg Fish brings us research that shows just how mean social media is getting. We get into how Social Media is pumping out trolls and why some politicians are at the forefront of toxicity online.   HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca   
6/1/20221 hour, 47 seconds
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We get an update on Canada's relationship with China following the 5G ban on Huawei with Jonathan Berkshire Miller. Plus, your DIY injuries!

What's the dumbest injury you’ve ever had that you probably shouldn't tell us about?  Your calls and texts!  Handy Andy Baryer has tips on how to stay injury-free while DIYing this summer! We go through Canada's most common injuries, plus some new tech and gadgets too!  We get an update on Canada's relationship with China following the 5g ban on Huawei. Jonathan Berkshire Miller,  Director of the Indo-Pacific Program and Senior Fellow at the Mcdonald - Laurier institute, takes us through tensions across Asia and more.   HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca   
5/31/202256 minutes, 5 seconds
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Paul Kelly tells us why Canada’s bee populations are plummeting. Plus, Stepan Berko joins us live from Lviv.

RUOK with sharing? Stepan Berko, Advocacy manager with DEJURE foundation, gives us a first-hand look at Ukraine's capital, Kyiv. What did the city go through during the first months of the war, can Ukrainians see the future of their country, and more.   Canada’s bee populations are plummeting for fascinating and concerning reasons. Paul Kelly, research and apiary manager at the University of Guelph Honey Bee Research Centre, takes us through why bee populations are so volatile and why they are incredible and important creatures. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca   
5/30/202254 minutes, 23 seconds
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President of Strategic Business Risks International Carolyn Sinclair helps us understand what our brain goes through in moments of crisis. Plus, an all 80's edition of Gameshowey!

It's game showy! Our trivia goes back to the 1980s with a look at the Tv shows of the decade. Can Shane win his second round in a row, or will Brendan regain his crown?  How can we learn to cope and get through disasters and tragedies?  President of Strategic Business Risks International Carolyn Sinclair helps us understand what our brain goes through in moments of crisis and how we can help each other process these events.  Plus, RUOK with haunted houses? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca   
5/27/202257 minutes, 10 seconds
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Barry Enderwick, The Sandwich Historian on Tiktok, takes us through history's most bizarre, delicious, and surprising recipes! Plus, Hanna Shelest checks in from Istanbul.

What is your favourite Sandwich? Barry Enderwick, The Sandwich Historian on Tiktok, takes us through history's most bizarre, delicious, and surprising recipes! Plus, your calls and texts!  Dr. Hanna Shelest updates us on the war in Ukraine with a focus on how the war could impact world food security and if western nations are dragging their feet on supplying the Ukrainian army with weapons.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca   
5/26/202256 minutes, 17 seconds
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Greg Fish joins us from the desert to tell us about human renovations. Also, are we desensitized to violence and violent stories? We asked that question after the tragic school shooting on Tuesday in Texas

It's Good News Tuesday! Your texts and calls from across Canada. Greg Fish joins us from the desert to tell us about human renovations.  Should humans take the wheel when it comes to evolution?? Fish explores Transhumanism in the World of Weird Things Are we desensitized to violence and violent stories? We asked that question after the tragic school shooting on Tuesday in Texas. We took your calls.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca   
5/25/202255 minutes, 45 seconds
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Dr. Yevgeniya Gaber, Foreign policy expert from Carleton University, helps us understand the complex relationship Turkey has with NATO. Plus, late night confessions!

It's back, your late night confessions. What did you want to get off your chest? What role does Turkey play in the war for Ukraine? Dr. Yevgeniya Gaber, Foreign policy expert from Carleton University, helps us understand the complex relationship Turkey has with NATO, what would it take for NATO to expand, and why the business of war matters to the western alliance.  Summer is unofficially here, and Handy Andy Baryer is back with DIY tips for attracting bees to your garden while keeping those pesky hornets away. Plus, how to get ready to inherit your parent's junk. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca   
5/24/202252 minutes, 42 seconds
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Principal investigator of the big Data Surveillance Project David Lyon, highlights just how important data is to our economy. Plus, RUOK with mouth typo's?

RUOK with mouth typo's? A new report says Canadians have no idea where their data ends up! Principal investigator of the big Data Surveillance Project David Lyon, highlights just how important data is to our economy and if data truly reflects who we are in the digital world.  Also, its Throwback Thursday... or, Flashback Friday... tonight we throwback to 1991, the last time the battle of Alberta took place.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca   
5/20/202255 minutes, 1 second
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Mykhailo Zernhekov is live in Ukraine and brings us updates on everything happening across the country. Plus, Game-Showey is all about the battle of Alberta!

Game Showey is back with Trivia all about the Battle of Alberta and 1991, the last time the Flames and Oilers met in the playoffs.  It was a pivotal week in Ukraine with the first War crime trials taking place. Former Judge and lawmaker Mykhailo Zernhekov is live in Ukraine and brings us updates on everything happening across the country.  Traveling is getting any easier, but travel expert Claire Newell has tips and tricks to help make your summer vacations as painless as possible. Plus, is now the time to book your winter holidays?  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca   
5/19/20221 hour, 2 minutes, 31 seconds
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BC Dad David Chen shares the story of how hundreds came together for his son Max after nobody showed up to his birthday party. Plus, pandemic travel stories from Chris Gilbert.

It’s Good News Tuesday, and BC dad David Chen shares the story of how hundreds came together for his son Max after nobody showed up to his birthday party.  Chris Gilbert is back from New Zealand and is live in Tokyo. He shares the story of a wild journey home and the challenges of international travel.  We look at happiness with Greg Fish from the World of Weird Things! What happens when we give up, and how we could harness the power of spite to create positive means. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca   
5/18/20221 hour, 8 minutes, 18 seconds
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Stepan Berko live from Lviv. We get a better understanding of high gas prices from energy expert and former Liberal MP Dan McTeague. Also, we go to space with Andrew C Ferreria.

Are Ukrainians getting used to the sounds and sights of war? Stepan Berko, Ukrainian advocate and lawyer, continues to share the experience of Ukrainians living through the brutal conflict. He helps us understand why Russians are fighting so aggressively. We get a better understanding of high gas prices from energy expert and former Liberal MP Dan McTeague. Is the war in Ukraine the only reason for the energy crisis? We are going to space in new and exciting ways with aAndrew C. Ferreria! Our space nerd takes us through the newest photo of a black hole, nuclear reactors on space ships, and a creepy door discovered by the Mars rover! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca   
5/17/202258 minutes, 50 seconds
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We learn more about the incredible story of the Titanic from author William Hazelgrove. Plus, RUOK with being bald?

RUOK with being bald?  We learn more about the incredible story of the Titanic from author William Hazelgrove. He tells us how wireless connections saved hundreds as the ship sank.  On the Millenial on the Radio Ryan tells us about his new Wavey Baby Shoes, and he makes the sound again, they make him taller.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca   
5/16/202248 minutes, 40 seconds
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Stephen Van Dine, Senior vice president of public governance at the institute on Governance, shares research into why Canadians are angry and becoming distrustful of the government. Plus, men's mental health expert and psychologist Dr. Zac Seidler tells us why men struggle with their self-esteem and mental health

RUOK with the lottery? Why have Canadian politics become so polarized? Stephen Van Dine, Senior vice president of public governance at the institute on Governance, shares research into why Canadians are angry and becoming distrustful of the government. Will our attitudes change?  Some men are trying to make themselves taller with surgery. Men's mental health expert and psychologist Dr. Zac Seidler tells us why men struggle with their self-esteem and mental health. How we can do a better job of talking about men's mental health? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca   
5/13/20221 hour, 8 minutes, 44 seconds
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Youtuber Michael Downie tells us about travelling across Canada on a train. Plus, what are your favorite places in Canada?

What do you think is the most beautiful place in Canada? Your calls and texts from across the country!  Youtuber Michael Downie is travelling across Canada on a train! He shares his favourite sights in our country, the people he’s meeting along the way, and what he thinks is Canada’s greatest destination.  Former judge and lawmaker Mykhailo Zernhekov joins the show with another update from inside Ukraine. What do Scandinavian countries joining NATO mean for Ukraine?  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca   
5/12/20221 hour, 4 minutes, 10 seconds
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Artist David Zinn explains how he finds beauty in the simplest things in life. Plus, what was the worst car you've ever owned?

RUOK with Dog Sitting? what about mowing the lawn? A viral chalk artist tells us why it’s okay to create something that's just going to get washed away by the rain. David Zinn explains how he finds beauty in the simplest things in life and sharing it with the world through chalk art.  What’s the worst car you have ever driven? Your calls and texts! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca   
5/11/20221 hour, 7 minutes, 16 seconds
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Dr. Ivy Lynn Bourgeault from the University of Ottawa helps us understand why our healthcare workers' mental health has never been lower, what they need to succeed, and why a lack of data has set our healthcare system back. Plus, Dr. Hanna Shelest live from Odesa.

Do you have a tattoo? would you get one? Ryan shares the story of his latest tattoo he got last weekend.  Russia's Victory Day parade was a dud, but that doesn't mean the war is slowing down. Dr. Hanna Shelest, Ukrainian foreign policy expert,  updates us on the conflict as the Russians ramp up missile strikes on Odesa, Ukraine. Canada’s health care workers are burnt out, and they need help.  Dr. Ivy Lynn Bourgeault from the University of Ottawa helps us understand why our healthcare workers' mental health has never been lower, what they need to succeed, and why a lack of data has set our healthcare system back.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca   
5/10/20221 hour, 6 minutes, 30 seconds
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Energy pricing expert and former liberal MP Dan McTeague tell us why gas prices keep going up. Plus, RUOK with thrifting?

RUOK with thrifting?  BC hit a new record at the pumps and gas prices are still skyrocketing. Energy pricing expert and former liberal MP Dan McTeague tell us why prices keep going up, and forecasts prices as the war in Ukraine impacts the global energy market.  Ryan O'Donnell is the Millennial on the Radio, and he celebrates the return of Dr. Who and the most sustainable flight in Canada.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca   
5/9/202251 minutes, 34 seconds
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The government is tracking your data, Hank the Hacker joins the show to let us know if we should be concerned. Plus, RUOK with donuts?

RUOK with doughnuts? or is it Donuts?  Come Dance With Me is a charming new show where kids ask their parents to dance with them on national TV for a huge prize! Emily and Anna are a mother-daughter duo competing on the show, and they join us to share the experience, how dance has brought them closer, and more!  The Canadian Government did a lot of tracking of personal data during the pandemic. Hank the Hacker, an ethical hacker, tells us if we should be concerned about the data that is collected and what happens to that data.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca   
5/6/202258 minutes, 29 seconds
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Mykhailo Zhernakov tells us about the importance of Trains to Ukraine's war effort and how are Ukrainians keeping their country functioning as the war continues. Plus, what would you like to drive?

It's back! Game-showey! Brendan and I go head to head with Edmonton Oilers based trivia.  Former judge and Ukrainian lawmaker Mykhailo Zhernakov  joins us from an undisclosed location in Ukraine. We hear about the importance of Trains to Ukraine's war effort and how are Ukrainians keeping their country functioning as the war continues.   Would you drive a Tank, if you could? Well, you can in Texas! Brandon Riley from Drive Tanks.com tells us about their roster of ww2 and modern tanks that tourists can drive around. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca   
5/5/20221 hour, 2 minutes, 36 seconds
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Shane and Greg Fish dig into Toxic Positivity when we go after the pursuit of happiness in all the wrong ways. Plus, Sir Christopher Gilbert from his homeland New Zealand.

It's good news tuesday, your calls and texts from across Canada.   Is there a right or wrong way to find happiness? Shane and Greg Fish dig into Toxic Positivity when we go after the pursuit of happiness in all the wrong ways.  Chris Gilbert, our journalist who always takes us around the world, has finally come home! Chris shares his journey back to New Zealand for the first time in 6 years. What makes a home feel like home?  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca   
5/4/20221 hour, 9 minutes, 36 seconds
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Dr. Hanna Shelest updates us on the tensions inside the critical port city of Odesa and the ongoing battle for control of the Black Sea. Plus, RUOK with impromptu weddings?

RUOK with impromptu weddings?  We get an inside look at one of the most important fronts of the war in Ukraine. Dr. Hanna Shelest updates us on the tensions inside the critical port city of Odesa and the ongoing battle for control of the Black Sea.  Our DIY expert Handy Andy Baryer has the easiest way to keep ants and other pests away from your home. Plus, why you should google yourself right now.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca   
5/3/20221 hour, 21 seconds
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Pyramid scheme expert and Author Robert FitzPatrick helps us understand how Pyramid schemes trap people into an endless cycle of losing money. Plus, RUOK with taxes?

RUOK with taxes? What about Bad Day's? Why are MLMs so appealing and yet very dangerous? Pyramid scheme expert and Author Robert FitzPatrick helps us understand how Pyramid schemes trap people into an endless cycle of losing money, despite the promise of riches. Plus, how can you spot one?  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca   
5/2/20221 hour, 4 minutes, 30 seconds
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Stepan Berko reconnects with Shane and gives us the latest from Lviv. Also, Hilary Young, lawyer and professor at the University of New Brunswick helps us understand when free speech becomes defamation and just how complicated it can get.

RUOK with wedding food? Ukrainian advocacy expert Stepan Berko reconnects with Shane and gives us the latest from Lviv. How is Putin trying to block Western support? And what simple thing is keeping some Ukrainian's spirits high? At what point does your opinion become slander? Hilary Young, lawyer and professor at the University of New Brunswick helps us understand when free speech becomes defamation and just how complicated it can get.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca   
4/29/20221 hour, 39 seconds
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Maggie A. Hall tells us about her viral painting of Hawkins Cheezies. Plus, who do you want to sing at your wedding?

RUOK with orange juice? A painting of Hawkins Cheezies is going viral and Shane sits down with the Canadian who painted it. Maggie A. Hall tells us her reasons for painting out favourite snack and gives us an insightful perspective on being an artist. Who would be your dream wedding singer? Shiftheads tell us who their dream acts at their dream weddings would be.   HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca   
4/28/20221 hour, 9 minutes, 14 seconds
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Chris Gilbert is live in Tokyo and presents us with what might be the most unfortunate name in all of Sports. An incredible story of Syrian refugees starting fresh in Canada and re-creating their chocolate empire,  Shane speaks with Tareq Hadhad. Greg Fish brings us encouraging news in the fight against climate change!

Greg Fish brings us encouraging news in the fight against climate change! Progress is being made, but what work can and should we do next? An incredible story of Syrian refugees starting fresh in Canada and re-creating their chocolate empire. Tareq Hadhad, founder and CEO of Peace By Chocolate, shares his family's story, how they are now supporting Ukrainians, and the new movie based on their journey! Chris Gilbert is live in Tokyo and presents us with what might be the most unfortunate name in all of Sports. Plus, did a man really get a parking ticket for having his car’s shadow in a disabled parking space? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca   
4/27/20221 hour, 11 minutes, 12 seconds
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Handy Andy Baryer has some natural ways to keep pests away from your gardens this spring. Travel expert Claire Newell gives us amazing tips on how and where to travel this summer. Former judge Mykhailo Zhernakov joins us live from Ukraine, as Ukrainians try to live their lives amidst war.

 Handy Andy Baryery has some natural ways to keep pests away from your gardens this spring, and so do you! Shiftheads share their amazing ways to deal with critters in a not so nasty way. Travel expert Claire Newell gives us amazing tips on how and where to travel this summer. Plus, massive changes to passport renewals that you need to know about.  Former judge Mykhailo Zhernakov joins us live from Ukraine, as Ukrainians try to live their lives amidst war. Is renewed support from the west helping, and is conflict now a war of attrition? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca   
4/26/20221 hour, 1 minute, 35 seconds
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We discuss the importance of the Chernobyl Nuclear plant with Professor Lydia Zablotska. Plus, RUOK with mayors?

RUOK with mayors? We understand the importance of the Chernobyl Nuclear plant with Professor Lydia Zablotska, an expert in radiation and Epidemiology. What was Russia doing with the plant when they occupied it, what are the dangers of being near it, and how can we prevent another nuclear disaster in Ukraine? Could thousands of lives have been saved as the Titanic sank? Author William Hazlegrove tells of the forgotten stories of the Titanic, how a daring rescue for the sinking ship could have happened but never did.   HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca   
4/25/20221 hour, 1 minute, 16 seconds
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Hanna Shelest tells us what we need to know about Mariupol and the heavy fighting in the Donbas Region. Plus, How much are you paying for your house?

RUOK with 'techmology'?  The war in Ukraine has entered a new stage. Ukrainian foreign policy expert Hanna Shelest tells us what we need to know about Mariupol and the heavy fighting in the Donbas Region. Does Ukraine need more than weapons, and is it time to start rebuilding the war-ravaged country? How much are you paying for your house? Your texts, we take a look at historical housing prices across Canada, and Shane looks at the politics looming over the housing crisis.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca   
4/22/20221 hour, 8 seconds
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Opie Sidhu tells us how Cannabis use in Canada has changed since legalization. Plus, a very SUPER Game-showey.

It's back! Gameshowey and tonight the questions are all about the comic book world of superheroes.  Its time to celebrate all things 420! Cannabis policy expert Opie Sidhu tells us how Cannabis use in Canada has changed since legalization, the obstacles it's facing, and celebrates the achievements Canadians are making in the world of weed.          Paula Rochon with the University of Toronto and senior scientist at The Women's College Research Institute helps us understand just how impactful a daily walk can be for your mental and physical health.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca   
4/21/20221 hour, 7 minutes, 39 seconds
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Grant Bazian, President of MNP, helps us understand if the cost of living is out of control. Plus, RUOK with Pets?

RUOK with Pets? What about losing weight? A new study says over thirty percent of Canadians can’t afford to pay their bills. Grant Bazian, President of MNP, helps us understand if the cost of living is out of control and if Canadians need to adjust their spending habits. Have aliens been to earth, and were they here long before us? Greg Fish looks at why some researchers think Humans might not have been the first to inhabit our beautiful planet. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca   
4/20/202252 minutes, 6 seconds
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Stepan Berko, a policy expert in Ukraine, reacts to a devastating missile strike in Lviv. Plus, RUOK with politicians?

RUOK with politicians? Stepan Berko, a policy expert in Ukraine, reacts to a devastating missile strike in Lviv. Has the safety of the western city declined, and how are Ukrainians going about their lives in cities that have escaped most of the fighting.  Can Canada commit to its immigration promises? Immigration Lawyer Jamie Lew helps us understand the challenges immigrants face when moving to Canada, the stress the war in Ukraine and Afghanistan are putting on the system, and more.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca   
4/19/202259 minutes, 54 seconds
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Ian Petchenikt with flight Radar 24 tells us how the flight tracking app works. Plus, Steve Stebbing!

Steve Stebbing tells us what the hell to watch this weekend! He looks at the controversies behind the latest film in the Harry Potter universe, Mark Whalbergs new career direction, and reviews for new releases this week! Dr. Hanna Shelest brings us an insightful look at the latest from Ukraine from Odesa. We learn more about a critical strike against the Russian navy, what's happening inside Mariupol, and the morale of Ukrainians.   We learn about aircraft tracking and just how amazing it is! Ian Petchenik with flight Radar 24 tells us how it all works, what role military aircraft play in it, and how civilians are watching the war in Ukraine from the sky.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca   
4/14/20221 hour, 7 seconds
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Black Sea expert Dr. Yevgeniya Gaber helps us understand the importance of the Baltic Sea. Plus, Chris Gilbert and 'Sugar Daddies.'

Chris Gilbert joins us from Tokyo with the International Dispatch! We hear about a flying motorbike from Japan, Slingshots in Belarus, and a Sugar Daddy keeping someone out of court.  Black Sea expert Dr. Yevgeniya Gaber helps us understand the importance of the Baltic Sea, why nations are willing to go to war over it, and its role in the Ukraine war.   HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
4/13/202257 minutes, 17 seconds
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An update on the brutality of the war in Ukraine from Former Judge and judicial reform expert Mykhailo Zernakov. Plus, your calls and texts about the drink you just can't have anymore.

What is the one drink you can never do again? Your calls and texts!  An update on the brutality of the war in Ukraine from Former Judge and judicial reform expert Mykhailo Zernakov. He gives us insight on how Ukrianes public institutions are working, If British Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s visit to Kyiv means anything, and addresses allegations of chemical warfare.  Handy Andy Baryer gives us a tour of his high-tech home featured on Global BC1 Plus, DIY ways to make good use of your old electronics and more!  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
4/12/20221 hour, 1 minute, 41 seconds
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Joshua Nasielski, assistant professor at the University of Guelph shares why fertilizer and farming essentials are so expensive. Plus, RUOK with Burger King?

RUOK with Burger King? How are Canadian farmers surviving with skyrocketing fertilizer prices? Joshua Nasielski, assistant professor at the University of Guelph shares why fertilizer and farming essentials are so expensive, where our fertilizer really comes from, and just how important it is to our food supply.  On the Millennnial on the radio Ryan O'donnell tells us about how to spot a scam review for a product when shopping online.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
4/11/202257 minutes, 17 seconds
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Stepan Berko shares Ukrainian pride over the defense of Kyiv and sorrow for the tragedies unfolding across the country. Plus, RUOK with Romance Novels?

RUOK with romance novels? What are Ukrainians feeling as the war shifts from the north to the east? Stepan Berko, Advocacy manager with DEJURE foundation shares Ukrainian pride over the defense of Kyiv but sorrow for the tragedies unfolding across the country. Fred Fox, Terry fox’s brother joins The Shift to tell us about a new campaign to celebrate the marathon of hope! We hear about Terry’s legacy, what Fred remembers about his brother’s marathon, and we get a look into the mind of one of Canada's greatest heroes.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
4/8/20221 hour, 1 minute, 55 seconds
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Sherose Badruddin, with The Buy Nothing Project, tells us about life inside a gift economy and how giving and receiving gifts can completely change your finances. Plus, RUOK with funerals?

RUOK with funerals or gorillas doom scrolling?  Rethink shopping, life, and budgets! Sherose Badruddin, with The Buy Nothing Project, tells us about life inside a gift economy and how giving and receiving gifts can completely change your finances.  On this edition of The Technological World Blaine Kyllo gets into the best new games of the week, big changes to Twitters structure, and more!  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
4/7/20221 hour, 2 minutes, 49 seconds
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Canadian singer-songwriter Alex Cuba tells us what his Grammy win means for him. Plus, Chris Gilbert live from Tokyo!

Chris Gilbert joins us from Tokyo for the international dispatch! We take a look at the trials and tribulations of young workers. Plus, the tale of a man who chose to live in an airport so he can smoke and drink in peace.   Canadian singer-songwriter Alex Cuba is now the proud owner of a Grammy! He tells us about what his Grammy win means for him, why he chooses to make his music in Canada, and the incredible story of how he learned he was a Grammy winner.  Ukrainian policy expert D. Hanna Shelest updates us on the war from Odesa. She explains the rollercoaster of living through a war and gives us a detailed look at the fighting on the southern coast of the country.   HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
4/6/202258 minutes, 39 seconds
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Mykhailo Zernakov live from Ukraine. Plus, what do you want to know the truth about?

What do you need to hear the truth about? We ask Shfitheads to tell us about their burning desire for the truth about anything in life and create honest commercials.  The massacre in Bucha, Ukraine, has shocked the world, and we have immediate reaction from inside the war-torn country with former judge Mykhailo Zernakov. Are sanctions enough to prevent further atrocities? We hear his thoughts on that and what direction the war is going in.  Plus, RUOK with monkeys? what about drone light shows? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
4/5/202259 minutes, 26 seconds
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Canadian-Cuban music artist Alex Cuba has won a Grammy! PLUS a conversation about guard donkeys!

Canadian-Cuban music artist Alex Cuba has won a Grammy! We reintroduce him and go through the big wins and moments from this year's Grammys. Spoiler alert: nobody was slapped on stage. Ryan O’Donnell, the Millenial on the Radio, celebrates Kyle Lowry’s return to Toronto and looks at a sneaker that probably should stay locked in the vault. And RUOK with Transformers? What about Guard Donkeys? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
4/4/202254 minutes, 6 seconds
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CFL Hall of Famer John Cornish tells us about creating a business community for Black Canadians. Plus, Stepan Berko joins us live from Lviv.

How has the ban on Alchohol in Ukraine affected residents? Advocate Stepan Berko tells us about the temporary ban on an important Ukrainian product, the Chaos and devastation inside Mariupol, and how Ukrianinas are fighting back in Russia.    CFL Hall of Famer John Cornish joins the show to talk about life after football, creating a business community for Black Canadians Steve Stebbing tells us what to watch this weekend, he takes a look at Morbius, Apollo 10 1/2 and more.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
4/1/20221 hour, 2 minutes, 2 seconds
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Influencer Denae Mercer tells us about body image issues in the online world. Plus, birth control for men!

On the International Dispatch with Chris Gilbert he tells us of some roving flamingos in the US and more! Influencer Denae Mercer joins the shift to talk about body image and body image issues for men and women online. Plus we catch up with Denae about what she has been up to in Italy since the last time we talked.   Dr Gunda George, Professor and Head of the Department of Medicinal Chemistry at the University of Minnesota, joins us to discuss a new contraceptive pill for men.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
3/31/20221 hour, 5 minutes, 8 seconds
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Disability awareness in light of the events from the Oscars with Andrea Van Vught. Plus, Good News stories from across the country!

It was Good News Tuesday and we hear Good News from Shiftheads all across Canada. Andrea Van Vught, Provincial Director of Alberta of Disability without Poverty, joins the shift to discuss disability awareness in light of the incident during the event with Will Smith and Chris Rock, as well as CODA winning the OSCAR for best picture.  We go live to Odessa with Dr. Hannah Shelest, Foreign Policy Council with Ukraniam Prism, she gives us the latest update from the ground on Odessa as springtime begins.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
3/30/20221 hour, 1 minute, 52 seconds
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Mykhailo Zehrnakov on what is going on in Ukraine and what’s next with the Russian invasion. Plus, RUOK with draught beer?

RUOK with Draught beer? Mykhailo Zehrnakov on what is going on in Ukraine and what’s next with the Russian invasion. Handy Andy takes on tour of his airbnb.  Plus, WD-40 Uses You've probably never tried before. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
3/29/202254 minutes, 56 seconds
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21-year-old Veronika Shyyan tells us her story of moving to Canada from Ukraine and how she is fundraising to get bullet-proof vests in the hands of Ukrainian soldiers. Plus, Stebbing on the Oscars.

RUOK with music festivals? what about DJ's from Goldman Sachs? How can you directly help Ukrainians? 21-year-old Veronika Shyyan tells us her story of moving to Canada from Ukraine and how she is fundraising to get bullet-proof vests in the hands of Ukrainian soldiers.  Will Smith is making headlines around the world. Not for his Oscar win, but for slapping Chris Rock. Steve Stebbing, our national film critic, takes us through what happened on stage and the movies that took home the big awards at this year's Oscars ceremony.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
3/28/202258 minutes, 38 seconds
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Advocate Stepan Berko gives us a live update from inside the city of Lviv. Dr. Hanna Shelest also checks in from Odesa and details the fighting for the southern coast of Ukraine and more.

Steve Stebbing gets us pumped for the big movie releases of the week! Check out The Lost City, Everything Everywhere at Once, the new Halo TV show, and more! Ukrainians are trying to live a normal life as the war rages on. Advocate Stepan Berko gives us a live update from inside the city of Lviv. What is happening across the country, and is NATO doing enough?  Dr. Hanna Shelest also checks in from Odesa and details the fighting for the southern coast of Ukraine and more.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
3/25/20221 hour, 2 minutes, 14 seconds
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What is an incel? Dr. Michael Halpin from Dalhousie University shares research into the extremist group. Plus, RUOK with Ranch Dressing?

RUOK with ranch dressing? What is an incel? Dr. Michael Halpin from Dalhousie University shares research into the extremist group. We get an understanding of the power of the dark parts of the internet, social anxiety, and more. Scientists think we could theoretically build the USS Enterprise from Star Trek. So how close are we to building super space ships and sci-fi wonders? Weird Science host Andrew Ferreria gives us some answers!  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
3/22/20221 hour, 3 minutes, 52 seconds
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Fillip Dabrowski, a YouTuber specializing in EVs, shares his experience of owning an electric car. Plus, RUOK with Canadian stereotypes?

Plus, RUOK with Canadian stereotypes? What is it actually like to own an electric car? Fillip Dabrowski, a YouTuber specializing in EVs, shares his experience of owning an electric, range issues, and more of the benefits and cons of the EV lifestyle.   On the Millennial on the radio Ryan takes a look at mask mandates, covid anxiety, and returns to normal for spring 2022. Plus, a very cool Lego car.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
3/21/202245 minutes, 34 seconds
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We ask Orest Zakydalsky if Canada doing a good job of supporting Ukraine? Plus, Eric Alper on cover songs!

RUOK with Doritos dropping 5 chips from their bags? Is Canada doing a good job of supporting Ukraine? Orest with the Ukranian Canadian  congress tells us how aid has helped and what needs to happen next to end the war.  Dolly Parton wants Beyonce to cover her music! Would that work? Eric Alper takes us through the art of cover songs, what makes them special, and some of the best covers of all time!  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
3/18/202257 minutes, 39 seconds
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Stepan Berko checks in with us from Lviv. Plus, a St Paddy's day themed Game-showey!

Its time for some Irish trivia as we celebrate Saint Patrick's day with Gameshowey! Will Shane finally reclaim victory, or will Brendan use his Irish heritage to win?  How are Ukrainians going about their day-to-day lives while the war rages on? Advocate  Stepan Berko checks in with us from Lviv. He tells us how Ukrainians are staying connected during the war.  How big is Canada’s government? Aaron Wudrick, a policy expert with the Macdonald Laurier Institute, shares research into how much the government has grown over the past five years and tells us if we have a spending or earning problem.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
3/17/20221 hour, 5 minutes, 59 seconds
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Ukrainian lawmaker Mykhailo Zhernakov gives us a live update from Ukraine. Plus, Sir Christopher Gilbert and the International Dispatch!

Shane discusses gratitude.  Calls for a no-fly zone continue to grow in Ukraine as the war against Russia rages on. Ukrainian lawmaker Mykhailo Zhernakov gives us a live update on the war. He tells us why the war is getting more brutal, what Ukraine needs from the west, and the role Belarus has in this conflict.  Why can’t Japanese highschoolers have ponytails? What shape are Mike Tyson’s Edible cannabis gummies? Find out as Chris Gilbert brings bizarre stories to us from around the world.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
3/16/202250 minutes, 18 seconds
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Marcus Gomez, Luminous Computing CEO , On an AI supercomputer and how artificial intelligence could change the world. Plus, we go live to Odessa with Hanna Shelest.

Artificial Intelligence is changing the way we live, and it's only getting smarter. Marcus Gomez, Luminous Computing CEO, On an AI supercomputers and how artificial intelligence could change the world.  We go to Odesa, Ukraine, with Hanna Shelest. The policy expert gives us an update on the situation from inside the city, how Ukrainians are reacting to shows of support from inside Russia, and more  Can mushroom manure save your garden? Handy Andy Baryer is working to find out!  Andy is back with some spring cleaning tips, laws against unwanted nudes, and more news from the world of DIY and tech!   HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
3/15/20221 hour, 6 minutes, 35 seconds
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Shipwreck expert and diver Guillaume Courcy tells us how researchers discovered the long-lost HMS Endurance in the Arctic. Plus, RUOK with Kids Books?

RUOK with kids books? Researchers have found the motherload of shipwrecks! Shipwreck expert and diver Guillaume Courcy tells us how researchers discovered the long-lost HMS Endurance in the arctic, how it was so well preserved under the ice, and more! On the millennial on the radio with Ryan O'Donnell he tells us how someone just lost a whole bunch of money, thanks to Tom Brady ending his retirement…already. Plus, a look at the long-awaited return of a very famous Jedi to Star Wars.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
3/14/202239 minutes, 20 seconds
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Stepan Berko, a policy expert from Ukraine shares the ever-changing experience for Ukrainians in the middle of the war. Plus, are there more doors or wheels?

 How about this for a debate? Are there more doors or wheels in the world? We try to figure it out.  What is the day-to-day life of Ukrainians in cities like Lviv? Stephen Berko, a policy expert from Ukraine shares the ever-changing experience for Ukrainians in the middle of the war.      What are Canadians paying at the pump? Callers from accross Canada weigh in on the Shift. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
3/11/202257 minutes, 47 seconds
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Ukrainian Lawmaker Mykhailo Zernakov gives us an update from inside Ukraine. Plus, RUOK with Pickles?

RUOK with pickles? The conflict in Ukraine is getting more brutal every day. Ukrainian Lawmaker Mykhailo Zernakov gives us an update from inside the conflict, including how Ukrainians are dealing with the increasingly deadly strikes from Russia.   Talk of UFOs is making its way directly into Canadian politics. Dave Scott with Spaced-Out radio has that exciting UFO news! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
3/10/202254 minutes, 41 seconds
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We get an understanding of Russia and Ukraine’s complicated history, Foreign policy expert Dr. Yevgeniya Gaber. Plus, we go live to Odesa with Hana Shelest.

Canadians are dumping Russian Vodka in solidarity with Ukraine, but what goes into Ukrainian Vodka? Katherine Vellinga, Canadian-Ukrainian founder of Zirkova Vodka tells us what makes it special! We learn about Vodka’s importance to Ukraine and how to support the country from here in Canada.   We get a live update from Odesa, Ukraine, with Hana Shelest. The policy expert takes us through the fighting over the key port city and why it is such a special city for Ukraine and the world.  We get an understanding of Russia and Ukraine’s complicated history, Foreign policy expert Dr. Yevgeniya Gaber with Carleton University takes us through Ukrainian and Russian identity and the importance of the Black Sea.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
3/8/20221 hour, 6 minutes, 47 seconds
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Director Ian Toews shares his new series Visionary Gardeners where we look at what makes a garden special. Also, RUOK RUOK with movie theatre popcorn or a bat watching Batman?

How can you take a garden and turn it into something truly special? Director Ian Toews shares his new series Visionary Gardeners. We look at what makes a garden special, the art of gardening, and the people who create them. TikTok and Netflix are not available in Russia as the war in Ukraine rages on. Ryan looks at that and the bizarre storylines surrounding The new Batman movie. RUOK with movie theatre popcorn or a bat watching Batman? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
3/7/202251 minutes, 16 seconds
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Hank Fordham, a white hat hacker tells us about the current cyber situation with regards to Russia and the current war in Ukraine. Plus, Eric Alper talks Junos.

Music Journalist Eric Alper joins The Shift to breakdown the Juno nominations for 2022 and why people don't seem to have as much interest as they did in previous years. Former Liberal MP Dan Mcteague, from Canadians for affordable energy, joins The Shift to discuss the rise in gas prices nationwide as a result of the war in Ukraine and the sanctions that have been levied on Russia from the west. Hank Fordham, a white coat hacker tells us about the current cyber situation with regards to Russia and the current war in Ukraine.  What kind of threats have occurred and what has been targeted both in Ukraine and Russia. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
3/4/202254 minutes, 37 seconds
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Our coverage of the conflict in Ukraine continues with Stepan Berko, a policy advocate who is in western Ukraine. Plus, Game-showey!

It's back! Gameshowey. Today's version is all about travel.  Our coverage of the conflict in Ukraine continues with Stepan Berko, a policy advocate who is in western Ukraine. We learn more about Russian tactics, why Ukrainians are staying put, and the attitude towards Russians Imagine having your dream job, and it all revolves around sneakers! Shireen Edross, eBay Canada’s Head of Sneakers, tells us about the growing sneaker market and culture and the upcoming Vancouver Sneaker Con! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
3/3/20221 hour, 37 seconds
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Ukrainian policy expert Hanna Shelest shares the ongoing experience of the war from inside Ukraine. Plus, Big Gold Brick director Brian Pestos.

Chris Gilbert joins us from Tokyo to give us insight on anti-covid restriction protests in his homeland of New Zealand. We get into the bizarre chaos in the capital, the importance of Italian church bells, and more.    Ukrainian policy expert Hanna Shelest shares the ongoing experience of the war from inside Ukraine. She talks about what the Russians are now targeting, if Putin's claims of Nazism in Ukraine have any merit, and the impact of international support.  Megan Fox, Andy Garcia, and Oscar Isaac, star in Brian Pestos’ Big Gold Brick, and we have him on to tell us all about it! We get into the surreal and bizarre comedy film and amazing insight into the world of filmmaking.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
3/2/20221 hour, 1 minute, 39 seconds
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We get an update from inside Ukraine with Mykhailo Zhernakov, a lawmaker and judicial reform advocate. Plus, Handy Andy Baryer.

We get an update from inside Ukraine with Mykhailo Zhernakov, a lawmaker and judicial reform advocate. He shares how the international response to the war is encouraging Ukrainians. We discuss the role Belarus has in the conflict, what Ukrainians need from Canadians and more.  The world's largest plane has seemingly been destroyed in Ukraine. Dr. Billy Allan with the Royal Military College of Canada Tells us the incredible engineering behind the AN-225, what Ukraine's airforce looks like, and how it stacks up to the Russians. Handy Andy Baryer has achieved victory in building the smartest home garden possible! Our DIY expert also shares the details on repairable smartphones and how Russia is cracking down on social media sites during the war in Ukraine.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
3/1/20221 hour, 7 minutes, 56 seconds
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Canadian actor and friend of The Shift Jesse Lipscombe is celebrating his board game on equality. Plus, RUOK with Bears?

Shane shares with his takeaways from the guests we had on our special Friday night show who were live from Ukraine.  Canadian actor and friend of the Shift Jesse Lipscombe is celebrating his board game on equality! We look at the life of a Canadian actor and growing the shithead family.  RUOK with Bears? Plus, what is a group of bears even called? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
2/28/202251 minutes, 29 seconds
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The Shift - Special Around The World Weekend Edition

Shane is joined by Duane Bratt a Political Science Professor in the Department of Economics, Justice, and Policy Studies at Mount Royal University Shane connects to Ukraine to talk with Guest Stepan Berko, an Advocacy manager at Dejure Foundation. Shane connects with Journalist Motoko Kakunayashi in Tokyo, Japan. Shane goes back to Ukraine to talk with Legal Educator Meron Sembaluk Shane connects with Katie Prescott, BBC Business correspondent in the UK who has been looking for Russian sanctions impact.   HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
2/26/20221 hour, 9 minutes, 40 seconds
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Ukrainian Policy expert Hanna Shelest is live in Ukraine and gives us the latest from Odesa. Dr. Balkan Devlen, a senior fellow at Macdonald-Laurier Institute and leader of Transatlantic Program, tells us why war is still an option for global superpowers like Russia.

Ryan tells us about seeing images of protests by citizens in Russia on social media, and the decision of a well known Finnish Hockey team as a result of Russia's actions.  Ukrainian Policy expert Hanna Shelest is live in Ukraine and gives us the latest from Odesa, the southern front of the Russian invasion. She tells us how Ukrainians are getting the information they need to survive, the ongoing attacks across the country, and more crucial information.  The world has been shocked by Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Dr. Balkan Devlen, a senior fellow at Macdonald-Laurier Institute and leader of Transatlantic Program, tells us why war is still an option for global superpowers like Russia. What pushes nations to the brink of war, and why is it happening in Ukraine?  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
2/25/202247 minutes, 52 seconds
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Reggie Cecchini gives us the latest on Russia's invasion into Ukraine. Balkan Devlin gives us perspective on Russia's strike against Ukraine. Orest Zakydalsky from the Ukrainian Canadian Congress gives his immediate reaction to Russia’s attack on Ukraine.

Shane and Ryan talk about Ukraine and discuss some of the Eastern European Geography,  Reggie Cecchini gives us the latest on Russia's invasion into Ukraine and the American response to the attack. Orest Zakydalsky from the Ukrainian Canadian Congress gives his immediate reaction to Russia’s attack on Ukraine. He tells us what Canada and the rest of the world need to do Balkan Devlin gives us perspective on Russia's strike against Ukraine. What were the warning signs, what's happening now, and what is Putin's game plan with this deadly invasion?  Duane Bratt, Mount Royal University Political Science Prof, live from Berlin.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
2/24/202238 minutes, 14 seconds
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Cognitive Neuroscience expert Professor James Danckert at the University of Waterloo tells us why our brain is always looking for something to do! Plus, RUOK with weddings?

RUOK with weddings?  Why do we fidget? Cognitive Neuroscience expert Professor James Danckert at the University of Waterloo tells us why our brain is always looking for something to do! He tells us if fidgeting is related to boredom, how can we be more stimulated, and details fascinating research. We could use a big dose of clean energy right about now, but it turns out, that's easier said than done! Greg Fish tells us why researchers are hoping to give the world a nearly limitless source of clean energy with a helping hand from artificial intelligence and very hot plasma.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
2/23/20221 hour, 13 minutes
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Dr. Balkan Devlen helps us understand what's really happening in the Russia and Ukraine conflict. Plus, RUOK with being literal?

RUOK with being literal? like, literally we ask that question.  The situation in Russia and Ukraine is constantly evolving. Dr. Balkan Devlen helps us understand what's really happening in the conflict. We get into possible scenarios for an invasion, what border skirmishes look like, and what we need to pay attention to in the coming days. Handy Andy Baryer is back with an update on how to create the ultimate garden this summer! We look at how Peleton is trying to break into the gaming market, digital clothes, and if Facebook is on the way out.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
2/22/202257 minutes, 57 seconds
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Filmmaker, playwright and author Cheryl Foggo shares the impact Black Canadians had on the West. Plus, RUOK with carrots on pizza?

Plus, RUOK with pizza toppings? like carrots ....  We take a look back at the fascinating history of settlers, cowboys, and the wild west here in Canada. Filmmaker, playwright and author Cheryl Foggo shares the impact Black Canadians had on the region and their lasting legacies. Did it actually happen? Did someone make a good video game movie? Steve Stebbing reviews Uncharted, the movie adaptation of the beloved video game! Also a look at Channing Tatum's next comedy and so much more. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
2/18/202251 minutes, 43 seconds
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Orest Zakydalsky, Senior Policy Advisor at the UCC, gives us insight into the policy, politics, and history that makes the conflict in Ukraine so complicated. Plus, Game-Showey is back!

We get a dose of Trivia in Game Showey! Our theme is Ukranian history, culture, and more! We learn more about the country while Shane and Brendan try not to destroy each other.  What makes Ukraine special and worth fighting for? Orest Zakydalsky, Senior Policy Advisor at the UCC, gives us insight into the policy, politics, and history that makes the conflict in Ukraine so complicated. What does Ukraine need from Canadians and the world?  Personal information of Trucker convoy supporters has been leaked online after hackers targeted Give Send Go. Hank the Hacker, an ethical hacker, tells us who might be behind the leak and the implications of it. Is it safe to donate to a cause in 2022?  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
2/17/20221 hour, 4 minutes, 37 seconds
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Chris Gilbert on a wet trucker protest in New Zealand, and Greg Fish on confirmation Bias. Plus, RUOK with Snakes on a plane?

RUOK with Snakes .... on a plane? Yes. the movie.  On the International Dispatch Chris gilbert looks at the  ways Japan celebrates Valentines Day. Plus, a look at the very wet trucker protest in New Zealand, a swearing ghost, and royal ketchup!  What is confirmation bias and how did it become so powerful, profitable, and dangerous? Greg Fish is back from the world of weird things! He shares the weird ways our brain seeks out ways to be right, how confirmation bias became a global industry, and more. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
2/16/20221 hour, 2 minutes
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Postal Industry expert Richard Geddes from Cornell University shares why Canada post and other services are struggling to keep up with innovation. Plus, RUOK with Ice Fishing?

RUOK with Ice fishing? There's a mayor in Ohio who isn't.  Proposed changes at Canada post are big, but is it time to privatize this postal service? Postal Industry expert Richard Geddes from Cornell University shares why Canada post and other services are struggling to keep up with innovation. How can Canada post become profitable, what are the obstacles facing postal services across the world, and does it work? Callers on their experience with Canada Post.  Handy Andy Baryer is going to help you turn garbage into a fence! He shares his tips for repurposing wood, flaws and fraud in the worlds of NFT, and more!   HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
2/15/20221 hour, 8 minutes, 17 seconds
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Jamila Aleaf and Omar Kaywan with the Beacon of Hope for Afghan Children Society give us insight into what families are facing in Afghanistan. Plus, we talk about Love because it's Valentines Day.

We ask Shift Heads what love means to them.  It's been seven months since the Taliban takeover of Afghanistan, and the scope of the humanitarian crisis there is being recognized. Jamila Aleaf and Omar Kaywan with the Beacon of Hope for Afghan Children Society give us insight into what families are facing in the country, the help they need, and how Canadians can step up for them.Afghanistan, a better understanding of the politics and history of the country, and more.  RUOK with the price is right? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
2/14/202259 minutes, 28 seconds
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In part 2 of our conversation with Ancient Olympics expert Nigel Crowther, we learn about the modern Olympics. Plus, RUOK with soup?

RUOK with soup? Ryan makes a really gross one with coconut milk.  How did we go from running naked, covered in olive oil at the Olympics, to Biathalon? Ancient Olympics expert Nigel Crowther tells us more about the bizarre history surrounding the ancient Olympics and its modern revival. It’s part 2 of our conversation with him. Steve Stebbing is back with a review of a whodunnit movie that has the world talking. We check out Death on the Nile, Liam Neeson's next big action flick, and so much more.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
2/11/202254 minutes, 18 seconds
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Olympics expert Nigel Crowther tells us what the old Olympics looked like, and debunks myths surrounding them. Plus, an Olympic themed Game-Showey!

It’s time for Game Showey! We get into Olympic trivia! Who will be crowned this weeks king of the trivia? Will Shane retain his title, or will Brendan fight for a victory?   What was the very first Olympic sport and why did Ancient Olympians run in full suits of armour? Find out the bizarre, insightful, and surprising history of the Olympics! Olympics expert Nigel Crowther tells us what the old Olympics looked like, debunks myths surrounding them, and more in Part one of our conversations with him. RUOK with amateur art? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
2/10/202255 minutes, 18 seconds
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Social Media Expert Jesse Miller tells us why Meta is losing so much value. Plus, Sir Christopher Gilbert is back!

RUOK with Ottawa? ... it's not the one you think.  Why is Meta, formally known as Facebook, losing so much value? Social media expert Jesse Miller shares why consumers are ditching the platform and how Meta is still making money. Plus, how is that whole metaverse thing coming along?  Chris Gilbert is back and Live in Tokyo. after battling a bout of Covid. Our international journalist shares his story of fighting Covud and the virus situation in Japan. Plus, a very proud dad who had no filter on live TV, a real life Weekend at Bernie's, Voting for orangutans, and more! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
2/9/20221 hour, 3 minutes, 2 seconds
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Paul Golden, with the National Endowment for Financial Education, Tells us about financial infidelity and how being dishonest with your money can put a strain on your money and your relationship. Plus, RUOK with NASCAR?

Plus RUOK with NASCAR? Parking Lots? and more Are you cheating on your spouse through your bank account?  Paul Golden, with the National Endowment for Financial Education, Tells us about financial infidelity and how being dishonest with your money can put a strain on your money and your relationship. Plus, how can we be more honest with our partners at the bank?  Handy Andy is on his redemption tour as he tries to design the perfect garden that you can create too! Andy shares tips on how to build a high-tech garden, who might be buying Peleton, and more!  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
2/8/202256 minutes, 34 seconds
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Marijuana policy expert Opie Sidhu tells us about the incredible reactions, strains, and cells that make up all the parts of the plant. Plus, RUOK with Ruok with protesting for chocolate milk?

Shane describes his experience in Ottawa, witnessing the Trucker Convoy. What does it look like, and are we getting the full picture of the protests? Marijuana is a pretty impressive plant, and it can do some amazing things.   Marijuana policy expert Opie Sidhu tells us about the incredible reactions, strains, and cells that make up all the parts of the plant. RUOK with protesting for chocolate milk? What about an utterly massive amount of cheese puns? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
2/7/202254 minutes, 8 seconds
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Ben Rostron, a Carbon Capture expert and professor at the University of Alberta, shares how we can trap emissions, how Canada does it better than anyone else. Plus, RUOK with mugshots?

RUOK with mugshots? They usually have bad lighting.  We celebrate some of the amazing things Canadians do in the Oil and Gas industry with a look into Carbon Capture. Ben Rostron, a Carbon Capture expert and professor at the University of Alberta, shares how we can trap emissions, how Canada does it better than anyone else, and the massive projects that will make a difference in fighting emissions.  What the hell should we watch this weekend?  How about a bunch of friends getting hurt doing delightfully dumb stuff? Jackass Forever is finally out, and Steve Stebbing reviews the injury-prone yet strangely heartfelt movie.  Steve gets into so much more, including Pam and Tommy on Disney Plus and spooky movies.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
2/4/202257 minutes, 45 seconds
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Marketing expert Bryan Saunders with Auromatech tells us how companies use scents to get us to spend more money! Plus, another round of Game-Showey!

It's back!! Game-Showey! We ask listeners trivia questions about Canadian political history, with a focus on the good, the bad, and the weird.  Canadian Tire has made a candle that smells like…Canadian Tire. Marketing expert Bryan Saunders with Auromatech tells us how companies use scents to get us to spend more money! What secret tactics target our noses and open up our wallets?  We breakdown this year's inductees for the rock and roll hall of fame! Who is missing from the hall of fame and who do we think will actually get in?  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
2/3/20221 hour, 5 minutes, 31 seconds
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Registered nurse Opal Desmarais with Heart and Stroke details a new report from the organization that shows flaws in our awareness of heart disease. Plus, RUOK with snow plow names?

RUOK with snow plow names? We have a big list of names from Calgary! February is heart month, and Heart and Stroke say Canadians don’t fully understand the impacts of heart disease. Registered nurse Opal Desmarais with Heart and Stroke details a new report from the organization that shows flaws in our awareness of heart disease.  The James Web telescope has been deployed, and that means its time to find some aliens! Greg Fish joins us to tell us how researchers hope to use the crazy powerful telescope to find new worlds. Plus, do alien planets look anything like how we imagine them?  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
2/2/202255 minutes, 23 seconds
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Criminologist Dr. Dan Horner tells us about the psychology that goes into mass protests. Plus, RUOK with vanity plates?

RUOK with vanity plates? we have a list of ones that were rejected ... in Florida.  What is a protest and do they actually work? Criminologist Dr. Dan Horner tells us about the psychology that goes into mass protests. Why do they turn violent, how can they be effective, and why do we do it? Handy Andy Baryer, the DIY expert tells us how a fellow Shifthead helped him create his very own logo, with a coffee table! And, find out electric airplanes are about to take flight  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
2/1/20221 hour, 7 minutes, 27 seconds
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We talk with Dr. Bondy Kaye, Lecturer of Digital Communication at the School of Communication at Queensland University of Technology in Brisbane, Australia about how streaming services are combating misinformation. Plus, celebrities smoking 'toad venom.'

RUOK with Private Jets? what about the 'GOAT;?! How do we combat COVID-19 vaccine misinformation? We talk with Dr. Bondy Kaye, Lecturer of Digital Communication at the School of Communication at Queensland University of Technology in Brisbane, Australia about how streaming services are combating misinformation. What about psychedelic drugs being used therapeautically to treat depression and other mental illness? Do you know what Toad Venom is? A few famous folks have used it and have some things to say about how it can change your perception of day to day life and more.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
1/31/20221 hour, 3 minutes, 36 seconds
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Filmmaker and journalist Josh Freed shares how the power to recognize and appreciate other people’s faces is incredible. Plus, RUOK with silly fights?

RUOK with Silly fights? ... wait, what are silly fights?! Humans have a pretty amazing superpower that we don’t appreciate enough. Filmmaker and journalist Josh Freed shares how the power to recognize and appreciate other people’s faces is incredible. Plus, we dig into the stories of Canadians who cant recognize others, even their own family. Steve Stebbing brings the movies, you just need the popcorn. He reviews big new releases, including a new documentary on Gordon Lightfoot, the next Ice Age film, and so much more. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
1/28/202256 minutes, 48 seconds
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Dan McTeague with Canadians for affordable energy breaks down how the crisis in Ukraine is impacting oil and gas across the world. Plus, Game-Showey is back!

It’s time to play Game Showey! We ask listeners and the guys to answer questions son the prices of everything! Do we have any idea of just how high inflation is?   Diesel is more expensive than gas for the first time in years, and prices aren't coming down. Dan McTeague with Canadians for affordable energy breaks down how the crisis in Ukraine is impacting oil and gas across the world. Dan also provides insight into the complicated relationship between Europe and Russia Neil Young is off of Spotify after refusing to be on the same platform as Joe Rogan. Why arent other artists supporting him? Music expert Eric Alper tells us if the Canadian artist is making a risky move and what the world of streaming looks like to an artist.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
1/27/202258 minutes, 23 seconds
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We go to space with Andrew Ferreira talking about the ’diamond rains’ of Neptune and Uranus and much more. Plus, the International Dispatch with Sir Christopher Gilbert!

On the International Dispatch Chris Gilbert tells us of Italian Senate Zoom seminar meeting disrupted by Final Fantasy VII pornography, Irish fishers taking on the Russian military after invading their waters, and more.  We go to space with Andrew Ferreira talking about the ’diamond rains’ of Neptune and Uranus, also the images planned by NASA as the James Webb Telescope’s Journey comes to an end and Space X satellite disruptions for space observation on Earth!  Why do you care about NFTs? Shane talks to Greg Fish about NFTs in general and how some NFTs are fraudulent. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
1/26/20221 hour, 2 minutes, 22 seconds
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We get a better understanding of tensions between Russia and Ukraine from Dr. Balkan Devlen, an expert at the Macdonald-Laurier Institute. Plus, RUOK with Live TV?

RUOK with live TV? This one gives new meaning to the industry term "live hit,"  Do Canadians really know what's happening in Ukraine? We get a better understanding of tensions between Russia and Ukraine from Dr. Balkan Devlen, an expert at the Macdonald-Laurier Institute. He describes the history and impacts of the conflict, why it's happening, and why it's hard to comprehend it here at home.  he disco is strong with Handy Andy this week! We get into some groovy tunes, Apple's next big project with Beats headphones, and flying cars that actually work.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
1/25/20221 hour, 11 minutes, 48 seconds
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Alyssa Bauman from Nourished.ca tells us how to eat healthier, detox food, and about eating for the life you want to live. Plus, RUOK with Sausage?

Before we talk about all that healthy food we ask RUOK with Sausage? Alyssa Bauman from Nourished.ca tells us how to eat healthier, detox food, and about eating for the life you want to live, not necessarily for losing weight. Brennan Klak fills in for Ryan on the Millennial on the radio and brings us an important discussion about racism in hockey, as well as the Metaverse and a potential sequel to the classic film A Christmas Story.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
1/24/202259 minutes, 47 seconds
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Andy Baryer talks about Microsoft’s purchase of Activision Blizzard and the metaverse. Plus, RUOK with sleeping in cars?

Steve Stebbing joins us to talk about new release movies,  new Blu-Ray releases and television to catch.  Including Munich: The Edge Of War, The Dry, Last Night in Soho and more. Brennan Klak shares his Drumheller story where he met Slash. Also, Jawn talks to Andy Baryer about Microsoft’s purchase of Activision Blizzard and the metaverse.   Jawn and the team discuss Leon Draisaitl and Jim Matheson’s media dust-up. Plus, RUOK with Sleeping in cars and space movies?   HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
1/21/20221 hour, 12 minutes, 22 seconds
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Claude Brulé, President and CEO at Algonquin College, shares how to start fresh with a new career. Plus, how much does Ryan spend on Coffee in a year?

We take a deep dive into Ryans Coffee addiction How much does he spend on coffee and should he buy something else instead? Some shiftheads offer their advice to Ryan.  Many Canadians are re-evaluating their careers. What will you need to future-proof a new career? Claude Brulé, President and CEO at Algonquin College, shares how to start fresh, what skills polytechnics offer, and more.  Plus, RUOK with diapers? what about Cracker Barrell? or Self Checkout? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
1/20/20221 hour, 5 minutes, 24 seconds
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Sherose Badruddin with the Buy Nothing Project shares how their initiative went from a Facebook page to an app. Plus, RUOK with U2?

RUOK with U2? Because Bono apparently isn't ...  How we can help our communities by buying less and sharing more? Sherose Badruddin with the Buy Nothing Project shares how their initiative went from a Facebook page to an app! Plus, what does a gift economy looks like?  Dave Scott is back for the first time in 2022! We dig into what we can expect in the world of the woo this year and what the experience of seeing a UFO is really like. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
1/19/202259 minutes, 56 seconds
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Health policy expert Stephen Duckett tells us how Australia's two-tier health care system works and how does it compare to ours. Plus, RUOK with racing?

Ruok with Street Racing and blaming it on the cops or finding out where a meteor came from? With flaws in Canada’s healthcare system more prevalent than ever, should we be looking to other countries for ideas on how to fix it? Health policy expert Stephen Duckett tells us how Australia's two-tier health care system works. How does it compare to ours, what do wait times look like, and he gives us insight into long-term care.  Handy Andy is the first in Canada to review Samsungs tiny but powerful projector. We take a look at the potential Tv-killing machine, the top-earning YouTubers,  and DIY solutions to fix your phone. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
1/18/20221 hour, 58 seconds
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Kathryn Smart with the Canadian Medical Association shares why it's not a good idea to think about getting Covid to "just get it over with." Plus, RUOK with Pickles?

 Ruok with an unfortunate picture of a pickle? What about Arnold Schwarzenegger puns?  With the spread of Omicron, some Canadians are wondering if it's time to get the virus, to get it over with. Kathryn Smart with the Canadian Medical Association shares why that is not a good idea at all. She dives into how to blunt Omicron's impact, the outcomes of mass infections, and insight into what doctors are feeling right now.  On the Millennial on the Radio with Ryan O'Donnell we go all sports with updates on Novak Djokovic being kicked out of Australia and a crazy day in the NFL. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
1/17/202250 minutes, 38 seconds
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Why are parents not vaccinating their kids against Covid19? Dr. Ran Goldman, Pediatrician at UBC , addresses parents' concerns. Plus, RUOK with Blind Dates?

RUOK with blind dates? What about advertising that you want a date on a billboard? Why are parents not vaccinating their kids against Covid19? Dr Ran Goldman, Pediatrician at UBC ,  addresses parents' concerns, the vaccine is a good choice for parents, and the difference it would make if Canadian kids got their doses.  Do you like to have conversations during personal service appointments? Eiza Trendiak, owner of Artel Salon, shares how her Vancouver salon is trying out conversation-free haircuts.  Plus Steve Stebbing and what to watch this weekend! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
1/14/202257 minutes, 33 seconds
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Taz Rajan with Bromwich and Smith shares tips to reduce financial stress, to save smarter, and more. Plus, late night confessions!

A cabinet minister is in trouble after posting a tweet about his wife having to shovel the driveway. Ryan breaks down the hilarious situation, reactions, and we share our late-night confessions for bad relationship mistakes.  A new national survey shows Canadians are more stressed about money than at any time during the pandemic. Taz Rajan with Bromwich and Smith shares tips to reduce financial stress, to save smarter, and more. What makes you a bad Canadian? Do you hate poutine, cant skate, or refuse to try Tim Hortons? Listeners share their guilty secrets with us. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
1/13/202254 minutes, 16 seconds
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Filmmaker Andrew Gregg tells us about the mystery of the lost Skymaster Plane. Plus, Chris Gilbert live from Tokyo!

Two LA police officers have been fired after ditching a robbery for some Pokemon Go. Chris Gilbert is Live in Tokyo with incredible and very dumb stories that are guaranteed to make you question humanity.   There are hundreds of unsolved Canadian mysteries, and the lost Skymaster plane is one of the most fascinating. Filmmaker Andrew Gregg joins the show to share the story told in his new series. We learn more about the unsolved plane crash and the mysteries surrounding it.    Is Pluto a planet? Scientists are debating this again, and so much more! Greg Fish joins us to share the arguments for and against the big rock being a Planet or not. Plus, do we even understand planets in the first place?  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
1/12/202257 minutes, 55 seconds
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Richard Burkert, a local historian, tells us about Johnstown, where Slap Shot was filmed. Plus, Shane and Brendan face off in "Gameshow-y" The Shift trivia show.

We do some TV Trivia! Ryan asks some questions, plus some tributes to Bob Saget and Full house.  What has been your experience with Canada’s health care system during the pandemic? We ask listeners. Slap Shot is one of the best hockey movies of all time, but did you know the 70’s classic is also a deep and insightful look at a steel town in the United States? Richard Burkert, a local historian, tells us about Johnstown, where Slap Shot was filmed. We learn about the movie's impact on the town and the fascinating story of the city in Pennsylvania that's now a pilgrimage for hockey fans.  Plus, Handy Andy Baryer! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
1/11/20221 hour, 8 minutes, 25 seconds
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Canadian music expert Alan Cross chats about why artists are selling their music catalogues. Plus, RUOK with Goldfish?

RUOK with Goldfish? Both the snack and the pet.  How much is U2’s entire library of music worth, and would they ever sell it? Canadian music expert Alan Cross chats about why artists are selling their music catalogues. Who might be next to sell and why? On the Millennial on the radio with Ryan O'Donnell, Ryan updates us on Novak Djokovic legal challenges in Australia and why a YouTuber crashed his plane.   HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
1/10/202255 minutes, 15 seconds
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Canadian country singer Dan Davidson talks about making songs for The Shift and being a musician during the pandemic. Plus, RUOK with Beans?

RUOK with Beans? the musical fruit... or magical... take your pick.  Canadian country singer Dan Davidson has created one-of-a-kind songs for us! We break down the new songs you get to hear exclusively on The Shift, and his upcoming tracks. Plus, the life of a country star during the pandemic.   How can you save some serious cash this year? Coupon Cuite shares some secrets for saving early in 2022 and setting yourself up for saving success!   HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
1/7/202249 minutes, 21 seconds
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Andrew C. Ferreira tells us about NASA's new telescope. Plus, RUOK and Millennial on the Radio

RUOK with Irony? NASA has launched the Hubble telescopes spiritual successor, and it is a work of spacey art! Andrew C. Ferreira takes us through the design and implementation of the James Webb telescope and how it could help us understand our universe better!  Gas prices are about to reach new heights in Canada. Dan McTeague, with Canadians for affordable energy, helps us understand why prices are going up and what to expect to pay at the pumps in 2022.  The Millennial on the radio tells us about how Jason Derulo was mistaken for Usher recently.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
1/6/20221 hour, 2 minutes, 17 seconds
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Shane and Ryan share their experiences of catching COVID-19 and the perspective it's given them. Plus, Chris Gilbert on a big potato shortage!

Ryan got the Rona. Ryan and myself share our experiences of catching the virus and the perspective it's given them. Chris Gilbert is live in Tokyo to talk about a massive shortage of potatoes in Japan! We look at other weird shortages in Japan, a drunk Irishman breaking into Romania's parliament building, Hypnosis on the big screen, and more!  Greg fish is back with a topic that nearly breaks our brains! He dives into how researchers tried to make the world's most resilient creatures a part of a computer. Greg shows flaws in the research and the manipulations to make the story blow up online.   HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
1/5/20221 hour, 1 minute, 33 seconds
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Cami Kepke joins us to discuss the cancellation of the world Juniors and the state of the NHL during Omicron. Plus, a tribute to Betty White.

We look back on the life of the great actress Betty White who passed away at 99 years of age on New Years Eve. Global Calgary's Cami Kepke joins us to talk about the cancellation of the World Juniors and the NHL outlook moving forward during the Omicrron outbreak.  Handy Andy joins Shane to discuss How to make a custom t-shirt at home. Plus Can fitness apps be as effective as a personal trainer? And Elon Musk rejects claims that his satellites are hogging space. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
1/4/20221 hour, 1 minute, 4 seconds
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What is procrastination, and how can you do something about it? Psychologist Dr. Paul Ferrari shares some insight. Plus, Steve Stebbing and his top 5 movies of 2021!

There were a lot of amazing movies in 2021, but Steve Stebbing has a definitive top 5 that you need to hear! What is procrastination, and how can you do something about it? Psychologist  Dr. Paul Ferrari shares why New Year's resolutions often fail and why we procrastinate in the first place. Plus, what you can do to get stuff done in 2022!  How can we best react to emergencies and tough situations? Sociologist Ashley Berard from the University of Victoria helps us understand the best ways to deal with ongoing crises, like the pandemic.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
12/31/20211 hour, 9 minutes, 53 seconds
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What makes a hockey jersey special? Graphic designer Charlie Davidow gives us some insight. Plus, RUOK with Drones?

RUOK with Drones?  What makes a hockey jersey special? Graphic designer Charlie Davidow shares the secrets to making a timeless hockey sweater and names some of the best of all time. BC is the latest province to delay the start of the school year. BCTF president Terri Moran shares how this will impact Teachers. Is this the right move, and what more is needed to curb covid19 in schools in 2022?  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
12/30/202148 minutes, 19 seconds
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Greg Fish ditches the doom and gloom of 2021 to share the amazing stories in science and tech that have made the world a better place. Plus, RUOK with time capsules?

RUOK with time capsules?  Greg Fish ditches the doom and gloom of 2021 to share the amazing stories in science and tech that have made the world a better place. Better vaccines, more accessible space travel, cheaper green energy, and more!  Handy Andy is back with the top tech stories of the year! The Facebook outage, Amazon Web services, and other big stories defined 2021. Plus, a futuristic dog door that the Jetsons would be proud of and more!  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
12/29/202150 minutes, 23 seconds
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Singer Forest Blakk shares what changed for him and why Christmas is now his most beloved time of year. Plus Ryan's ode to water chestnuts and tons of Shift-y Christmas goodness!

We open with a Shift style reading of The Night Before Christmas.  Canadian singer Forest Blakk has a new Christmas song that's blowing up! This is a surprise to us, as he is a self-proclaimed Grinch, but not anymore. Forest shares what changed for him and why Christmas is now his most beloved time of year. We re-enact a scene from Elf!  .. sort of... Ryan has an important ode to water chestnuts ! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
12/24/202136 minutes, 10 seconds
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Catriona Le May Doan, former Olympic speed skater and the Chef de Mission for Team Canada at the 2022 Bejing Olympics, talks with Shane. Plus, RUOK with Drive-Thru's?

RUOK with Drive Thru's? Shane really isnt...  Canadian Athletes are getting ready for the winter Olympics, and they are going to need our support! Catriona Le May Doan, former Olympic speed skater and the Chef de Mission for Team Canada at the 2022 Bejing Olympics, joins The Shift! She talks about her job at the games, Olympic Culture, and how to help athletes learn how to succeed and fail at the games.   With the holidays around the corner, many Canadians are looking to experiment with Cannabis. Opie Sidhu, a Cannabis expert, tells us what we need to know before trying weed. Plus, a better understanding of how the stigma surrounding weed is still a barrier for the industry in Canada.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
12/23/20211 hour, 4 minutes
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How do we solve the problem of Mariah Carey? Plus, New book about Apollo 8 & RUOK with online recipes?

Alan Cross, from the Ongoing History of New Music podcast, tells us about how we can solve the Christmas problem of Mariah. "All I Want for Christmas Is You" is the most lucrative Christmas song of all time, but is it the best? Alan gets into how much money the same has made since its release in 1994, as well as some of the cover attempts by various artists over the years. Author Liisa Jorgensen joins The Shift to talk about her book "Far Side of the Moon." It talks about TWO astronauts on the Apollo 8 mission, the first space mission to leave Earth’s orbit.  RUOK with Online Recipes? What about City permits for dogs who have passed away? McDonalds mascots? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
12/22/202145 minutes, 19 seconds
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Gurdeep Pandher, Bhangra Dancer from the Yukon, shares how he celebrates Christmas as a Sikh and as a Canadian. Plus, RUOK with Mayo?

RUOK with mayo? Gurdeep Pandher, Bhangra Dancer from the Yukon, shares how he celebrates Christmas as a Sikh and as a Canadian. He shares his stories of spreading Christmas cheer across the world and more.  Do you need a last-minute Christmas gift? Handy Andy is back with how you can make a DIY gift with a smart tool! Plus, NFT’s in video games, Apple's next big move, and more!  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
12/21/202153 minutes, 20 seconds
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Michael Losier, author of Law of Attraction shares how to bring positive energy into your holidays. Plus, RUOK with 5G?

RUOK with 5G? Some people have all kinds of crazy ideas about it.  Michael Losier, author of Law of Attraction shares how to bring positive energy into your holidays. He helps us find ways to handle tough conversations and awkward situations. Plus, how to make this Christmas the best one yet?  On ICYMI with Ryan O'Donnell Ryan has all kinds of ideas about how to deter porch pirates this Christmas.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
12/20/20211 hour, 2 minutes, 54 seconds
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How can you save some serious money this holiday season? Coupon Cutie shares some of her tips and tricks to save on gifts and more. Plus, RUOK with Driving?

RUOK with driving? Ryan doesn't have a license, but that could change soon! How can you save some serious money this holiday season? Coupon Cutie shares some of her tips and tricks to save on gifts, groceries, and so much more during the most expensive time of year.  One of this year's biggest movies is here! Steve Stebbing reviews Spider-Man: No way home! Steve says it might be the best Spidey movie ever made! Plus, a look at Nightmare Alley, season two of The Witcher, and more!  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
12/17/202143 minutes, 53 seconds
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How will Omicron impact gas prices in Canada? Dan McTeague has all the details. Plus, RUOK with balancing?

Are you drinking more? We share startling statistics from BC that show Alchohol consumption is at its highest point. Listeners share their experiences, and we hear from Judy in Whiterock, who shares a story many of us can relate to.    How will Omicron impact gas prices in Canada? Dan McTeague with Canadians for Affordable energy tells us what happens next, and a look at the Liberals financial update.   RUOK with balancing? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca   
12/16/202146 minutes, 20 seconds
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Greg Fish tells us if scientists really did make a warp bubble, like from Star Trek? Plus, Sir Christopher Gilbert and an animal centric International Dispatch!

RUOK with Capitalism? Did scientists really make a warp bubble, like from Star Trek? Not really. Greg Fish shares how a false headline spread across the internet like wildfire, but the real story still has some amazing and exciting science behind it.  Chris Gilbert makes his return, live from Tokyo! He shares the story of a man who was attacked by a pack of otters, research into why Cats may be psychopaths, and more! Plus, how to have a very Kiwi Christmas.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
12/15/202157 minutes, 20 seconds
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How could covid impact the holidays this year? Dr. Jason Kindrachuck gives us an update on all things Omicron. Plus, RUOK with Santa?

RUOK with Santa? You better be if you don't want a lump of coal.  How could covid impact the holidays this year? Infectious disease expert Dr.  Jason Kindrachuck gives us an update on how the Omicron variant is impacting Covid responses around the world. Are current restrictions enough, or will tougher measures need to be taken? Do you want to have the best Christmas lights on the blocks this holiday? Handy Andy Baryer is back with how to set up amazing Christmas lights that work with your smartphone!  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
12/14/202155 minutes, 50 seconds
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Following terrifying stats from BC regarding opioid overdoses, we re-run our conversation with Garth Mullins. He is a drug user and advocates for better drug policies. Cami Kepke with global sports breaks down the nail-biter of a Grey Cup. Plus, what’s next for the CFL and what needs to be done to keep fans in the stands. Also, : Ruok with a fashion show for Camels, a swearing bird, or a talking Christmas tree?

: Following terrifying stats from BC regarding opioid overdoses, we re-run our conversation with Garth Mullins. He is a drug user and advocates for better drug policies. The Winnipeg Blue Bombers are back-to-back Grey Cup champions! Cami Kepke with global sports breaks down the nail-biter of a game. Plus, what’s next for the CFL and what needs to be done to keep fans in the stands.  Ruok with a fashion show for Camels, a swearing bird, or a talking Christmas tree? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
12/13/20211 hour, 22 minutes, 54 seconds
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Kendra Sivertson, a financial planner, tells us how we get can spending back on track and set ourselves up for success in the new year! Steve Stebbing says you need to check out West Side Story this weekend. He takes a look at The Unforgivable with Sandra Bullock and is Die Hard a Christmas Movie? Plus, RUOK with substitute teachers doing Karaoke in your class? What about getting arrested for trying to eat chicken wings while driving?

The holidays are around the corner, which is great for us but not for our bank accounts. Kendra Sivertson, a financial planner, tells us how we get can spending back on track and set ourselves up for success in the new year! Steven Spielberg has finally made a musical! Steve Stebbing says you need to check out West Side Story this weekend. He takes a look at The Unforgivable with Sandra Bullock and is Die Hard a Christmas movie? Ruok with substitute teachers doing Karaoke in your class? What about getting arrested for trying to eat chicken wings while driving? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
12/10/202153 minutes, 56 seconds
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Cindy Gallop, the “Michael Bay of Business”, tells us about the business world and how to rise up. Also, travel expert Claire Newell on the current state of travel during the pandemic.

We speak with Cindy Gallop, the “Michael Bay of Business” about the business world, how to rise up and women in the workplace.  How long has it been since you've been on a plane? We welcomed Travel Expert Claire Newell about travel in the current state of the pandemic. On the Technological World with Blaine Kyllo, Blaine talks about Halo Infinite, Bungie’s 30th anniversary, and a LEGO game that will only be on Apple arcade HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
12/9/202153 minutes, 23 seconds
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Are you smarter than Canada’s smartest 15 year old? Plus, RUOK with Downsizing?

RUOK with downsizing? Throw it all away! Are you smarter than Canada’s smartest 15 year old? Probably not this one! Mateus Soto joins the show to share his experience winning Canada’s smartest person junior and what it’s like to be a proud nerd. He also dives into Big Brain Academy: Brain Vs. Brain, a new video game from Nintendo that has you going up against your friends in challenges for your brain!  According to Greg Fish, your conspiracy-addicted friends were right.Greg fish dives into the world of Longtermism and how some world elites fell into it. How does this impact you, and how crazy is it? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
12/8/202159 minutes, 1 second
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Should Canada boycott the Olympic Games in Beijing next year? China expert Margaret McCuaig-Johnston joins The Shift to tell us why she thinks Canada will join the US. Plus, more on Canada's Maple Syrup reserve!

Why does Canada have a reserve of Maple Syrup? Hélène Normandin, with the Quebec Maple Syrup Producers Association, tells us why the reserve was tapped into recently, how it works, and what makes Canadian Maple Syrup so special. Should Canada boycott the Olympic Games in Beijing next year? China expert Margaret McCuaig-Johnston joins The Shift to tell us why she thinks Canada will join the US. in a diplomatic boycott of the games. We dig into how this could impact China’s reputation and diplomatic strategy.    Handy Andy is back on how to take care of a clogged sink without Draino! He gets into how to protect your home from mould and other nasty things you don't want in your home. Plus, how Spotify wrapped is a neat way to see your music stats, but also a genius way for companies to use our personal data to make more money.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
12/7/202153 minutes, 16 seconds
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Andrew C Ferreira tells us about robots that can reproduce, can reproduce, and they’re called Zeno bots. Plus, RUOK with trampolines?

RUOK with Trampolines? Scientists have created robots that can reproduce, and they’re called Zeno bots. They sound scary, but it turns out they are very dumb...for now. Andrew C. Ferreria explains why these tiny bots are amazing, how they work, and how we could use them! Plus, would you sell the rights to your face for 200 thousand dollars?  On ICYMI with Ryan O'Donnell Shiftheads on facebook weigh in on Ryan's sneakers and have you ever been banned from playing an online game? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
12/6/20211 hour, 2 minutes, 17 seconds
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Playing video games for a living might not be as easy as it sounds! Handy Andy Baryer dives into how this industry is a hive for burnout. Plus, we dive into our very own Spotify wrapped for 2021!

What's your top song of the year? New guest host Scott Shantz, Ryan and Brendan chat about our Spotify-wrapped stats. Our biggest songs, the stories behind them, and more. It's a look back at our year through music. Playing video games for a living might not be as easy as it sounds! Handy Andy Baryer dives into how this industry is a hive for burnout. He has advice for streamers, their parents, and how to improve your work-life balance. Award season is around the corner, and that means there are amazing movies to watch! Steve Stebbing reviews The Power of the Dog, a movie that’s generating Oscar buzz! Steve digs into more movies, including a documentary about Brian Wilson, the legendary frontman of the Beach Boys! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
12/3/202151 minutes, 2 seconds
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Daichi Ishikawa, Co-owner of Evergrow trees in BC, shares how their company can give you a Christmas tree that is alive in your home and after the holidays. Plus Dan McTeague on energy prices, and Blaine Kyllo!

The shutdown of the TMX pipeline is causing gas prices to rise and drop across Canada. Dan McTeague with Canadians for affordable energy explains why and if players in the oil and gas industry are getting greedy.  Real tree or Christmas tree? What if there was an eco-friendly way for you to have a living Christmas tree that grows with you year after year? Daichi Ishikawa, Co-owner of Evergrow trees in BC, shares how their company can give you a Christmas tree that is alive in your home and after the holidays.  Blaine Kyllo is back with our newest look at Starfield! The next game from the developers of Skyrim and fallout. Plus, big updates for the biggest games of the year that will make playing them over the holidays better!    HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
12/2/202156 minutes, 56 seconds
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Barbados has cut ties with the English monarchy, becoming a republic. Father Guy Hewitt shares what this means for the country and its people. Plus, a live review of TimBiebs.

On ICYMI Ryan reviews Justin Bieber’s collaboration with Tim Hortons ! Are the Timbiebs up to the hype?  Barbados has cut ties with the English monarchy, becoming a republic. Father Guy Hewitt, a priest and former Barbadian ambassador to the UK, shares what this means for the country and its people. Is Barbados setting an example for other nations evaluating their relationship with the crown? Dave Scott is back to celebrate the 7th anniversary of Spaced out Radio! Shane and Dave highlight the weirdest moments to ever grace the show, with aliens, ghosts, and so much more HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
12/1/202152 minutes, 37 seconds
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Jesse Miller tells us about Social media Sockpuppets and how they are being used by millions of people around the world. Plus, RUOK with phone calls ... from your pet?

RUOK with phone calls ... from your doggy?!  Social media Sockpuppets are being used by millions of people around the world. Social Media expert Jesse Miller explores how fake accounts can have a big account online. Jesse takes a look at Lush’s decision to ditch social media and how it could just be a brilliant marketing move.  With storms pummeling the country, Handy andy give us useful DIY hacks to clean your gutters and remove moss from your roof! Plus, why he doesn’t promote any Black Friday deals!   HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
11/30/202158 minutes, 18 seconds
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The Omicron Covid19 variant is here in Canada, Dr. Jason Kindrachuck explains the facts behind the variant and his initial impressions of it. He tells us how to prevent the spread and what needs to happen now. On ICYMI, Ryan takes a look at the Canadiens changes, North Korea’s latest fashion fail, and why Uber eats sells weed in Ontario. Plus, on RUOK, Ryan pays tribute to Virgil Abloh, a fashion designer who inspired him and millions more. Ruok with Weed on Pizza, or chrome hockey helmets

The Omicron Covid19 variant is here in Canada. What do you need to know about it? Dr. Jason Kindrachuck explains the facts behind the variant and his initial impressions of it. He tells us how to prevent the spread and what needs to happen now.  Ryan pays tribute to Virgil Abloh, a fashion designer who inspired him and millions more.  Ruok with Weed on Pizza, or chrome hockey helmets?  On ICYMI, Ryans favourite hockey team has cleaned house, and he is pretty happy with it. He takes a look at the Canadiens changes, North Korea’s latest fashion fail, and why Uber eats sells weed in Ontario.   HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
11/29/202156 minutes, 15 seconds
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Shane and Alan Cross dig into the return of live music across the country. What does it mean Canadian Artists? What's the best concert you’ve ever been to? Shiftheads let us know and we Celebrate Massey Hall's re-opening. On In Case You Missed it, Ryan gets into the best Black Friday deals for Millenials! He dives into the trailer for the upcoming Grand Tour tour special! Plus, Ruok with psoing as a nurse in a hospital for over a year? What about over-enthusastic football fans?

Concerts are finally making a comeback in Canada! Shane and Alan Cross dig into the return of live music across the country. What does it mean for artists and tourism in Canada? What's the best concert you’ve ever been to? Shiftheads let us know and we Celebrate Massey Hall's re-opening. We get dozens of texts and stories. On In Case You Missed it, Ryan gets into the best Black Friday deals for Millenials! We promise it’s not his Christmas list. He dives into the trailer for the upcoming Grand Tour tour special! Jeremy Clarkson and the gang are off to France!  Ruok with psoing as a nurse in a hospital for over a year? What about over-enthusastic football fans?   HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
11/26/20211 hour, 8 minutes, 10 seconds
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Dan McTeague says the oil and gas market is about to get even more complicated. Why are these reserves getting tapped into, will it help, and will Canadians notice it at the pumps? Professor Kai Chan shares how companies trick us into thinking their products are eco-friendly and the marketing behind Greenwashing. Plus, Ruok with landing a plane in Antarctica or getting fined for putting up Christmas lights too early?

Petroleum reserves are about to be tapped into in the United States. Energy Expert and former Liberal MP Dan McTeague says the oil and gas market is about to get even more complicated. Why are these reserves getting tapped into, will it help, and will Canadians notice it at the pumps? Is it possible to buy a truly green product? Professor Kai Chan shares how companies trick us into thinking their products are eco-friendly and the marketing behind Greenwashing. This is not working in our favour. Ruok with landing a plane in Antarctica or getting fined for putting up Christmas lights too early?    HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
11/25/20211 hour, 16 minutes, 43 seconds
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Author S. Bear Bergman breaks down special topics from his new book on being human. Plus, the story of Sumomomomomomomomo the horse.

 On the International Dispatch Chris Gilbert shares the story of a racehorse with a unique name! Also, Is it possible to use dog poop to frame a dog? A man in Turkey is trying to find out.  Author S. Bear Bergman breaks down special topics from his new book on being human. Including how to show up for people in your life and how it can change your life.  The Earth is really weird and incredibly special. Greg Fish shares the science behind why the earth is one in a billion in the universe. Plus, why other habitable planets would look and feel very different from our home.   HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
11/24/20211 hour, 10 minutes, 18 seconds
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John Clague tells us about the power of the earth and why we should respect it. Also, who was the teacher that made a big impact on your life?

Adele shared the story for reuiniting with a long lost teacher. That got us thinking who our favorite teachers were that made an impact on our lives growing up. We even hear from executive producer Kelsey Campbell about her favorite teacher.  John Clague is back on the Shift with a discussion on the power of earth, and how every weather event and the fallout from it doesn't come down to climate change.  Handy Andy is back with info on how to fall asleep when your partner snores and ahow about getting your little tike on a peloton-like bike for some exercise.   HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
11/23/202150 minutes, 34 seconds
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Crisis in Care Director David Hurford, and Long Term Care worker Vi Wiens talk about in the impact of the Pandemic on long term care in Canada. Plus, RUOK with Cilantro?

RUOK with Cilantro? and why does it taste like soap to some people? We are now getting an idea of the tragic failures in Canada’s long term care system. David Hurford, director of the documentary Crisis in Care, highlights the systemic issues within the system. Plus, long-term Care Worker Vi Weins shares her experiences working in the industry and how the pandemic impacts residents and staff.  On ICYMI Ryan chats about the upcoming Harry Potter reunion special and Adele’s new album.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
11/22/20211 hour, 4 minutes, 25 seconds
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Conservative Finance critic Pierre Poilievre shares why he thinks the government is fixing the issue the wrong way and what the impacts of inflation look like to the average Canadian. Economist Trevor Tombe helps us understand the economic impacts of the Bc Floods, how we can address the supply issues, and what’s to come. Plus, Ruok with a delivery driver going number 2 in your lobby? What about a dog that has more money than you?

Shane accuses Ryan of rigging the Tiny Wheel! An investigation has been launched. Ruok with a delivery driver going number 2 in your lobby? What about a dog that has more money than you? How can we keep inflation under control in Canada. Conservative Finance critic Pierre Poilievreshares why he thinks the government is fixing the issue the wrong way and what the impacts of inflation look like to the average Canadian.   2.5 billion dollars are being disrupted during the BC floods. Economist Trevor Tombe helps us understand the economic impacts of the Bc Floods, how we can address the supply issues, and what’s to come.   HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
11/19/202156 minutes, 30 seconds
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Energy expert Dan McTeague tells us about our contingency plans for disasters that impact energy infrastructure. Plus, how have the Bc floods impacted Canada’s supply chain? The Russians have destroyed some satellites, and Nasa is not happy about it. Andrew C. Ferreira explains what the weapon is and how the resulting debris endangered astronauts on Space Stations. Plus, Ruok with returning a library book 73 years late? What about chaos at airport security?

How does Canada’s energy network work during times of crisis? Energy expert Dan McTeague tells us about our contingency plans for disasters that impact energy infrastructure. Plus, how have the Bc floods impacted Canada’s supply chain? The Russians have destroyed some satellites, and Nasa is not happy about it. Andrew C. Ferreira explains what the weapon is and how the resulting debris endangered astronauts on Space Stations. How dangerous is space debris to us on earth? Ruok with returning a library book 73 years late? What about chaos at airport security?  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
11/18/202159 minutes, 14 seconds
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How can you be prepared for a natural disaster? Dr. Ryan Reynolds is working on an app to help Canadians work together to stay safe during events like the BC floods. Plus, RUOK with news bloopers?

RUOK with News Bloopers? We certainly are! How can you be prepared for a natural disaster? Dr. Ryan Reynolds is working on an app to help Canadians work together to stay safe during events like the BC floods. He explains how the app works, how Canada responds to disasters, and what needs to change. Crypto is here to stay, so what do we do now? There are more types of crypto coins out there than languages on earth! Greg Fish breaks down what can we use crypto for, where could the currency go, and if it could be accessible for everyone.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
11/17/202159 minutes, 30 seconds
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Natural Disaster expert John Clauge explains why disasters like mudslides happen so fast, why we need to be proactive in preparing for these events and more. Plus, Handy Andy on dealing with bathroom humidity.

The storms in BC have caused catastrophic landslides across the province. Natural Disaster expert John Clauge explains why these disasters happen so fast, why we need to be proactive in preparing for these events and more. Are you or someone you know picky eaters? It might be time to finally try the Samosas or Sushi!  Author and Global News Communications Director Rishma Govani explores how food can help our world expand with every bite. What’s the best way to protect your home from flooding in an emergency? Andy Baryer is back with tips on how to direct water away from your homes and how he dealt with flooding in BC.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
11/16/202153 minutes, 58 seconds
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Blaine Kyllo and Chris Gilbert on a Sunday?! Yes! Plus, RUOK with Tuna?

RUOK with Tuna? Subway doesn't seem to be.  Blaine Kyllo makes a special Sunday appearance to tell us why Forza Horizon 5 might be the best racing game in years! We dive into that, the new Call of Duty, and so much more!  Chris Gilbert, our international journalist is Live in Tokyo and back from his wedding! He bids farewell to Mittens, the very famous kiwi cat, a New Zealand farmer finding a potato the size of a dog, and a very fake rent-a-hitman website.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
11/15/202158 minutes, 27 seconds
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Canadian military historian Tim Cook shares stories of Canadian bravery and why we need to remember them. Plus, Bagpipes and why they are so important to Remembrance Day.

On the Shift AV club with Steve Stebbing we offer our take on Saving Private Ryan and have a larger discussion around Courage, patriotism, and more. Do Canadians really know our military history? Canadian military historian Tim Cook shares stories of Canadian bravery and why we need to remember them. Plus, what is the most impactful artifact at the Canadian Military Museum? Why are the bagpipes such an important part of Remembrance Day? Michael Grey, President, The Pipers’ & Pipe Band Society of Ontario, Dives into the history of the instrument, why it's used for ceremonies, and some amazing things you probably don't know about the Scottish Pipes  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
11/11/20211 hour, 2 minutes, 53 seconds
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Dr. Corey Adams, a Calgary Heart Surgeon, tells us about saving 2 different strangers twice. Plus, RUOK with Arby's?

RUOK with Arby's? What if they added Vodka to the menu.  A Calgary heart surgeon is responsible for saving 2 different strangers twice. He saved two men by first performing CPR on them in public and then, days later, operating on them. Dr. Corey Adams joins The Shift to share how he was ready to save them. He teaches us how we could help someone in medical distress and his journey to becoming a surgeon.  Greg Fish breaks down why Facebook’s push for the Metaverse might not work out the way they hope it will. What is a metaverse, what’s the point, and is Facebook still cool?       HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
11/10/20211 hour, 41 seconds
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David Armour, president of Food Banks Canada helps us understand how the organization is keeping up with the increased demand during the pandemic. Plus, RUOK with kids shows?

RUOK with Kids shows? Ted Cruz is throwing a fit about one.  Food Banks Canada says the people who used their services went up 20 percent during the Pandemic. David Armour, president of Food Banks Canada helps us understand how the organization is keeping up with the demand and why you should help them out.  Handy Andy is back with a look at how he transformed a devastating loos in his neighborhood into a community garden.  He takes a look at Nexfdoor and how it’s competing with Facebook to create communities.      HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
11/9/202145 minutes, 47 seconds
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Dan Joyce and the chance of a life time singing the anthem for the Calgary Flames. Plus, RUOK with people with the same name?

RUOK with people who have the same name as you? We chat with and share the story of Dan Joyce, who had the chance of a lifetime singing the Canadian National for the Calgary Flames. Its the story of how a radio prank in New Brunswick in the early 90's inspired him to start singing. After a recent battle with esophageal cancer he was flown in by the Calgary Flames franchise to sing the anthem.  Filling in for Ryan O'Donnell is Brennan Klak and on ICYMI he talks the new season of stranger things, and big bird getting the covid vaccine.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
11/8/202144 minutes, 5 seconds
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Dan Joyce inspiring Canada with his voice

Shane interviews Dan Joyce, a mechanic from New Brunswick who fulfilled his lifelong dream of singing the Canadian national anthem at a Calgary Flames game. 
11/8/202118 minutes, 20 seconds
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Ontario and Quebec are dropping vaccine requirements for healthcare workers. Dr. Lynora Saxinger, infectious disease expert at the UofA helps us understand how this impacts our fight against the virus. Plus, did you hear? It's Ryan's birthday!!

Meet Ryan's mom. She's proud of her boy, except for maybe the typo's.  Meet Ryan's dad. He's proud of his boy, he even took him to see Morrissey. That's love right there.  Ontario and Quebec are dropping vaccine requirements for healthcare workers. Dr. Lynora Saxinger, infectious disease expert at the UofA helps us understand how this impacts our fight against the virus. Is covid becoming an endemic, and how contagious are we?  Plus Steve Stebbing and What the hell should we watch this weekend. Marvel’s next big superhero movie, Eternals, is here. Is it any good? Tom Hanks is alone, but this time he’s not on an island. He’s in the apocalypse! Steve reviews that and so much more.   HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
11/5/20211 hour, 1 minute, 37 seconds
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Dan McTeague discusses the government’s announcements at Cop26 and how they could impact Canadians. Plus, RUOK with parking tickets?

RUOK with parking tickets? I'm pretty sure this one is probably unanimous.  What are the next steps towards a more affordable Canada?  Dan McTeague with Canadians for affordable energy discusses the government’s announcements at Cop26 and how they could impact Canadians.       Blaine Kyllo is back with a wacky and futuristic Japanese role-playing game about brain-eating aliens. Blaine raves about SCarlet Nexus and helps us understand what the Japanese do differently when it comes to game design. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
11/4/20211 hour, 1 minute, 50 seconds
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What is debt, and how can you tackle it? Financial expert David Trahair helps us understand. Plus, Stephen Rossiter checks in from Scotland with a local perspective on COP26

RUOK with Little Caesars? Not "Ceasars" which is how Ryan spells it.  The hit TV show Squid game has highlighted just how impactful debt can be in our lives. What is debt, and how can you tackle it? Financial expert David Trahair helps us understand the simple things we can do to make big changes in our bank account.   The international dispatch is live, with Stephen Rossiter filling in for Chris Gilbert! Stephen is live from Scotland. What is the perspective of COP26 from the country that’s hosting it? How is Canada perceived from abroad? Plus, a look at the ever-evolving FIFA scandal.     HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
11/3/202158 minutes, 49 seconds
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A hack nearly shut down Newfoundland and Labrador’s healthcare system. Hank the Hacker, an ethical hacker, tells us how these attacks happen and why they are so common. Plus, RUOK with Christmas music ... already

RUOK with Christmas music on November 1st? Mariah is back! A hack nearly shut down Newfoundland and Labrador’s healthcare system. Hank the Hacker, an ethical hacker, tells us how these attacks happen and why they are so common. Plus, how hacking is getting easier, even for people who don’t know how to program.  Peloton is trying to get into the travel game, with fitness classes on airplanes! Handy andy is back with that and a look at some ways to take the first steps towards being more fit and healthy.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
11/2/202153 minutes, 2 seconds
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What are the most haunted places across Canada? Author Mark Leslie lets us know. Plus, RUOK with school assemblies?

RUOK with school assemblies? What are the most haunted places across Canada? Author Mark Leslie has written about Canada’s true ghost stories, the impact they have on their communities, and why ghost stories are  What is the difference between a politician and a public service? Newly elected Calgary city councillor Jasmine Mian joins the show  and highlights why Canadians are feeling frustrated with federal governments and the big things that can happen at the municipal level. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
11/1/202157 minutes, 5 seconds
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How do you tell a good scary story? Canadian Horror Novelist Craig Davidson shares his secrets on how to tell the most engaging and terrifying stories. Plus, RUOK with trees?

RUOK with trees? How do you tell a good scary story? Canadian Horror Novelist Craig Davidson shares his secrets on how to tell the most engaging and terrifying stories. It’s amazing insight into how people use horror to tell a good story.  Edgar Wright, the man behind Shaun of the dead is back with Last Night in Soho. Steve Stebbing reviews the director’s first horror film. Stebbing dives into more horror movies and some that are not-so-spooky.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
10/29/20211 hour, 36 seconds
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Andrew C Ferreria tells us of a company that is looking to create a space market in northern Manitoba! Plus, RUOK with Game Shows?

RUOK with Game Shows? What’s it like to launch a rocket from space? A company is looking to create a space market in northern Manitoba! Why? Andrew C. Ferreira has the answers and the best names for rockets ever.  If you have ever wanted to get into gaming, now is your chance! Blaine Kyllo reviews the video game adaptation of Marvel’s Guardians of The Galaxy and tells us why it’s a great game for beginners and veterans. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
10/28/202156 minutes, 18 seconds
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Some Elephants are not growing Tusks! Is this Evolution to avoid poaching or something more complicated? Professor Robert Pringle joins the show to discuss. Plus, Sir Christopher Gilbert is getting hitched!

Chris Gilbert has some exciting news! Our good friend is getting married. He gives us some stories about his upcoming trip to Okinawa and more personal stories. Plus, why Japan’s royal family is going through some royal drama, all thanks to a ponytail. Some Elephants are not growing Tusks! Is this Evolution to avoid poaching or something more complicated? Shane dives into the research with Robert Pringle, a professor of Ecology, biodiversity, and conservation at Princeton University.      Could a common sleep disorder explain all the things that go bump in the night? Greg Fish dives into the science behind our paranormal hunches. Plus, is being scared on Halloween actually good for our brains? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
10/27/20211 hour, 13 minutes, 28 seconds
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Does Bitcoin have anything in common with gambling? Adam O'Brien of Bitcoinwell gives us the low down. Also, RUOK with license plates?

RUOK with license plates?  Does bitcoin have anything in common with gambling? Adam O’Brien with Bitcoinwell tells us more about the buy and sell part of the cryptocurrency and advice on if investing in bitcoin makes sense for you. Handy Andy is inspiring us to get fit with his Jump-Rope playlist. Andy Baryer takes a looks at revolutionary new ways to farm and high-tech animal feed. Plus, is amazon working on a smart toilet that can analyze your bathroom breaks?   HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
10/26/20211 hour, 2 minutes, 28 seconds
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Mike Hall of Rust Valley Restorers has sold hundreds of cars. He joins The Shift to tell us why. Plus, RUOK with Metallica?

RUOK with Metallica? Mike Hall of Rust Valley Restorers has sold hundreds of cars! Shane chats with Mike about what pushed him to sell some of his treasures and some teases for season 4 of the hit show! Ryan breaks down all the updates and new details into the case of the accidental shooting involving Alec Baldwin on a movie set. We lighten the mood with some English people with amazing accents. Plus a salute to James Michael Tyler, who played Gunther on friends. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
10/25/202146 minutes, 55 seconds
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Author S. Bear Bergman has 5 tips on how you can make phone calls so much easier and actually pleasant! Plus, Steve Stebbing just left the movie theatre and finally reviews the highly anticipated Dune.

Do you struggle to pick up the phone to make a call? Author S. Bear Bergman has 5 tips on how you can make phone calls so much easier and actually pleasant! Human interaction mode has never been easier. Steve Stebbing just left the movie theatre and finally reviews the highly anticipated Dune. Steve raves about the sci-fi epic before getting into more big releases from Wes Anderson, Disney, and more!  We quickly review the Edge of Tomorrow before our Halloween-themed Av Club! The spooky version of the Tiny Wheel selects The Evil Dead 2 for our movie to watch!  Alec Baldwin shot and killed a cinematographer on a movie set. Ryan breaks down what we know. Plus, a look at how Viking slanted in Canada and the new Uncharted movie! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
10/22/20211 hour, 5 minutes, 24 seconds
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Dan McTeague with Canadians for affordable energy.  He highlights Canadian energy’s impact on the world and how to support the industry. Plus, RUOK with turkeys that gobble on command?

What’s best for Canada amidst this energy crisis? Dan McTeague with Canadians for affordable energy weighs in. He highlights Canadian energy’s impact on the world and how to support the industry.  Ruok with beauty pageants or turkeys that can gobble on command? Facebook is getting a makeover! On ICYMI, Ryan highlights how Facebook is planning to change its name and build a so-called “metaverse.” Also, the Wiggles are hosting an Adults-only concert tour. Yes, you read that right. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
10/21/20211 hour, 10 seconds
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Greg fish takes a look at that and a mysterious signal at the center of our galaxy. Plus, RUOK with the Balloon World Cup?

How is Nasa planning to protect the world from asteroids? Hint: It sounds like the plot of a Michael Bay movie. Greg fish takes a look at that and a mysterious signal at the center of our galaxy Chris Gilbert is back with the most in-depth look at the honkademic! Chris shares how the government wants car horns to be replaced with music! Ruok with the Balloon world cup? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
10/20/202156 minutes, 50 seconds
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We speak with Andrea Van Vugt, an advocate for Canadians with disabilities. Plus, RUOK with Camel Milk?

We speak with Andrea Van Vugt, an advocate for Canadians with disabilities. She shares her experiences living with disabilities and how we can create helpful conversations surrounding disability.  Ruok with runaway u-hauls, Zebras, or a camel milk cappuccino? How does equalization impact Canadians, and does it need to be adjusted? Trevor Tombe, an economist with the University of Calgary, helps us understand the hard facts behind equalization and tells us what the real problem is. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
10/19/20211 hour, 3 minutes, 8 seconds
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What’s the oldest thing in your house? We hear incredible stories of objects from ages past. Plus, RUOK with falling asleep behind the automated wheel of a Tesla?

Ruok with a Weiner dog biting a guitarist’s hand or falling asleep behind the automated wheel of a Tesla? We ask listeners what the oldest thing in their house is. We share stories of the cool items we have, and so do listeners! And In Case You Missed It, Ryan loses his mind over the new Batman movie trailer! Plus, a look at how a Canadian city is giving residents money to buy e-bikes and why a man would do anything to protect his Supra. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
10/18/202142 minutes, 11 seconds
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Social Media Expert Jesse Miller tells us if you can undo what's been put online. Plus, RUOK with opposing views?

RUOK with opposing views? Can you undo anything on the internet? Jesse Miller, a social media expert with Mediated Reality, tells us why the internet stores everything you post. He also gives us tips on how to set up internet boundaries for your kids. A call from Bill in Hamilton.  Halloween Kills is here, and Steve Stebbing says it’s killer! Our film critic Steve Stebbing reviews the latest installment in the Halloween franchise, just in time for...Halloween. Plus, a look at Ridley Scotts The Last Duel and big Blu-Ray releases!   HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
10/15/202159 minutes, 8 seconds
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Dan McTeague joins us to discuss rising oil and Gas prices. Plus, RUOK with Mountain Dew?

RUOK with Mountain Dew Energy expert and former Liberal Mp Dan Mcteague is back as gas prices stay sky-high. He gets into how we can use oil and gas to bridge the gap to get to more affordable and reliable green energy.   We kick off the Technological World by diving into a conversation about if it’s okay for video games to be hard! A new Metroid game is so tough people want it to be easier. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
10/14/20211 hour, 3 minutes, 30 seconds
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Expert Alan Cross tells us the definitive story of how the Beatles broke up. Plus, The International Dispatch with Christopher Gilbert

Chris Gilbert is back with a roster of crazy stories from around the world! He dives into his frustrations with having an anti-vaxer in his family. We also chat about adorable new panda pups and an update on Tennis Player Andy Murray, Chris Gilbert’s greatest foe. Canada’s music expert Alan Cross tells us the definitive story of how the Beatles broke up and Canada’s role in it. Shane and Alan dive into the biggest bad breakups of all time. How do you solve Facebook’s problems? Greg Fish joins the show to share his thoughts on why he thinks Facebook is out of control and what could come next for the platform and the internet altogether.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
10/13/20211 hour, 12 seconds
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Andrew C Ferreira tells us how NASA wants to shoot a rocket at an asteroid like a dart on a dartboard. Plus, RUOK with peanut butter?

RUOK with Peanut Butter? NASA wants to shoot a rocket at an asteroid like a dart on a dartboard. Andrew C Ferreira takes a look at Nasa’s first planetary defence mission! Plus, why the sun barfing makes our skies beautiful. Handy Andy inspires a wave of new Shift fans on Facebook! We chat about his upcoming Indian wedding. He also dives into four ways to protect your packages from Porch-Pirates this holiday season.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
10/12/202155 minutes, 47 seconds
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Canadian Gold medal decathlon athlete Damian Warner. Plus, RUOK with cats?

RUOK With Cats? Canadian Gold medal decathlon athlete Damian Warner joins The Shift! He shares his journey to Olympic gold in Tokyo, his nomination to Canada’s Walk of Fame, and what it’s like being married to another Olympic athlete! We also dive into how he plans to eat this Thanksgiving. James Bond is back in No Time to Die, and it’s FINALLY here! Steve Stebbing reviews Daniel Craig’s final outing as James Bond and looks at more movies to check out this weekend. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca  
10/8/202152 minutes, 10 seconds
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We look at why gas prices are soaring to record highs in Canada with Energy Expert Dan McTeague. Plus, RUOK with getting gas?

RUOK with getting gas? We look at why gas prices are soaring to record highs in Canada with Energy Expert Dan McTeague. He highlights the potential impacts of a Line 5 shutdown, why coal is still an important part of energy, and how Canadians can get more upbeat about Canada’s future. Far Cry 6, one of this year’s biggest games, is here! Blaine Kyllo has a review just for you! Blaine also digs into Diablo 2: Resurrected and the last character for Super Smash Bros!  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca  
10/7/20211 hour, 3 minutes, 39 seconds
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Michael Smart, professor of Economics at the University of Toronto tells us about the Pandora Papers. Plus RUOK with Spending Money?

RUOK with Spending money? The pandora papers have revealed how the richest people in Canada and the world are using tax havens to protect their money. Michael Smart, professor of Economics at the University of Toronto, joins The Shift to tell us how tax havens work and why they are contributing to income inequality.  Does Mercury retrograde actually impact your day-to-day life? Dave Scott shares his skepticism on the topic and dives into one of the biggest Canadian UFO stories in recent memory.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
10/6/20211 hour, 1 minute, 43 seconds
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Social media expert Jesse Miller helps us understand the impacts the Facebook outage and others like it have on small businesses. Plus Hank the Hacker weighs in on the tech aspects of the outage.

Handy Andy is back with miraculous news about his community garden! Plus, how that garden and others like it can bring communities together.  Social media expert Jesse Miller helps us understand the impacts the Facebook outage and others like it have on small businesses. We dive into other exposed vulnerabilities. Was your personal information at risk during the Facebook outage? Hank the Hacker, with Centurion Cyber Defence, highlights why the outage isn’t a big deal, but it does highlight very unsettling things about Facebook. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
10/5/202153 minutes, 59 seconds
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Debating the Best Bond Theme. Also, guest producer Cory plays the Compass game!

Jawn Jang introduces Shiftheads to guest producer Cory by playing the Compass game.  The Shift crew discuss the various James Bond movie themes and try to decide what the greatest Bond Theme of all time is.  RUOK with bad haircuts? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
10/4/202142 minutes, 49 seconds
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How are fundraisers impacting reconciliation in Canada? Steve Sxwithul'txw, a residential school survivor and Go Fund Me campaign manager updates us on the progress being made with his campaign for reconciliation.

RUOK with Eminem's Mom's Spaghetti? What about Haunted house actor taking Method acting to the extreme?  How are fundraisers impacting reconciliation in Canada? Steve Sxwithul'txw, a residential school survivor and Go Fund Me campaign manager updates us on the progress being made with his campaign for reconciliation. Plus, what he's asking from Canadians on the first National day for Truth and Reconciliation.  Greg fish is back to dive into why your genes rarely determine your fate. Jawn and Greg discuss why the question of nature vs. nurture may never be settled when it comes to humans. Plus, a look at the dangers of eugenics. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
9/30/202153 minutes, 48 seconds
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Legendary play by play announcer Jim Hughson talks about his career as he heads into retirement. Plus, RUOK with fantasy football?

Guest host Jawn Jang asks RUOK with getting intimate? Some might say "strengthening your relationship?" Jim Hughson, the voice of Hockey Night in Canada and a Canadian broadcasting legend is stepping away from the mic after 40 years. We take a look at his incredible career and Jim shares insight into how to e the best play-by-play announcer.  On ICYMI Ryan O'Donnell details a rare find invloving John Lennon and James Corden made the BTS army very angry.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
9/27/202144 minutes, 38 seconds
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What To Watch this weekend and How close are we to going into space

Steve Stebbing walks the crew through what’s new in theatres. Ryan and Steve nerd all the way out over Star Wars-Visions. RUOK with an advertisement in an advertisement? How about accidental stunt crashes and making fudge with a gravestone that was never yours to begin with? Ryan does his best southern drawl to get the Shiftheads ready to giddy up to the AV club this week because we’re doing westerns! The tiny wheel has spoken and we’re watching The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly! RUOK with an advertisement in an advertisement? How about accidental stunt crashes and making fudge with a gravestone that was never yours to begin with? Andrew Ferreira tells us about SPACE! Tesla and SpaceX are sending people up into the clouds and it’s getting closer for us normies to go too (not too close though). Also in some ways it’s easier for Tesla to navigate space than a street. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
9/24/202159 minutes, 30 seconds
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Former Liberal MP Dan McTeague gives us his post-election reaction. Plus the International Dispatch with Christopher Gilbert.

Chris Gilbert joins the show for the Roast of Ryan O’Donnell’s music taste! He takes on a tour of the world with some crazy stories, including a bizarre black market in New Zealand and how an Air BnB turned a guest away for liking heavy metal.  Former Liberal MP Dan McTeague gives us his post-election reaction. He dives into what’s next for the liberal party and what parliament might look like soon. It looks like we have a contender for the best video game of the year! Blaine Kyllo gives a raving review of Deathloop, the mind-bending action game from Bethesda.  Blaine looks at some big mobile games and the best ways to play on your phone. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
9/23/20211 hour, 2 minutes, 1 second
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Greg Fish wants you to turn your nerdy dial up to 11! Plus, we get optimistic about the election.

 We get optimistic about all the promises the new liberal minority government has made for their mandate. The future is looking bright Canadians! Greg fish wants you to turn your nerdy dial up to 11! Fish highlights how science fiction has had a massive impact on real-world science and technology. He says embracing the power of sci-fi can push humanity to new heights...in outer space.   Also, on ICYMI with Ryan O'Donnell he gets into a few crazy tic tok mashups featuring the Earth Wind and Fire song September, and a very expensive digital hoodie purchase for your kids to make! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
9/22/202149 minutes, 29 seconds
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Reaction to the Election result and perspective on the future of Federal politics in Canada with former MLA Jas Johal. Plus, RUOK with fairs?

RUOK with Fairs? Cause you won't believe this one in Kansas.  CKNW Host and Former BC Liberal MLA Jas Johal joined The Shift to talk about the results of the Canadian Federal Election and the future of federal politics moving forward. We escape the election chat for just a minute to chat with Handy Andy! Andy dives into an update for IOS that lets you facetime your friends who use Android! Plus, more IOS features and how China is trying to curb smartphone addictions by limiting how long kids can stay on the app.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
9/21/202151 minutes, 23 seconds
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It's the eve of the Federal Election in Canada and we get a final tally on the Shift Election Nasty Tracker. Plus, RUOK with strong alcohol?

We discuss the Top 500 songs of all time according to Rolling Stone and perhaps how we would arrange the songs differently if given the chance! The Shift Election Nasty tracker has a final total for each of the party leaders! RUOK with strong liquor?  On ICYMI Ryan gives an update on the ongoing drama surrounding Jeopardy! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
9/20/202149 minutes, 14 seconds
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Sylvain Charlebois explains why we will be paying more an the grocery store. Plus, we finally get to meet Knep, the man behind Tonald Drump!

Our Donald Trump impersonator claims victory in the election, while Shane gives him some public speaking advice.  It looks like we need to get used to paying more at the grocery store. Dr. Food expert Sylvain Charlebois is back on the shift to update us on why prices are soaring and how the pandemic is changing the way Canadians eat.  We review The Shift AV clubs pick of the week, Ferris Bueller’s Day off! Ryan raves about this movie before the rest of the guys chime in.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
9/17/202142 minutes, 55 seconds
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The election is starting to get nasty! Former Liberal MP Dan McTeague weighs in. Plus, are you okay with Nicki Minaj

RUOK With Nicki Minaj?  The election is starting to get nasty! Former Liberal MP Dan McTeague shares his insight on the tone of this election and why inflation needs to be tackled by the government. Playstation just announced all the video games! Blaine Kyllo highlights the amazing announcements, including a new Wolverine game and a sequel to God of War! He dives into all the announcements from the Playstation showcase and more! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
9/16/20211 hour, 1 minute, 25 seconds
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What’s it like to write about Canadian politics to Americans? We discuss with Washington Post columnist J.J. McCullough. Plus, RUOK with Halloween?

RUOK with Halloween? Shane isn't... What’s it like to write about Canadian politics to Americans? J.J. McCullough, a columnist with The Washington Post and Youtuber gives us his insight on the federal election. Plus, how can we get Canadians to have better political conversations? If you want to save the world, you should just take it easy and have a nap! Greg fish is back to share why her minimalist lifestyle can be amazing for the future of humanity. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
9/15/202157 minutes, 30 seconds
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What do teachers need from Canadians? Jason Schilling, president of the Alberta Teachers Association, talks to us about the start of the school year. Plus, RUOK with Taco Bell?

RUOK with Taco Bell? What about Potty Training? Believe it not they are separate topics.  What do teachers need from Canadians? Jason Schilling, president of the Alberta Teachers Association, joins The Shift to share the challenges teachers are facing as kids. Handy Andy Baryer is back with some DIY tips for getting rid of epoxy and how not to plant a blueberry bush. Andy helps you build a high-tech preparedness kit for National Preparedness Month.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
9/14/202156 minutes, 53 seconds
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Canadian Actor Tom Jackson’s new song Lost Souls is out. Plus, there's a ton of Metallica covers and Ryan isn't happy about it.

RUOK with being patriotic?  Canadian Actor Tom Jackson’s new song Lost Souls is out. We replay a part of our conversation with him from last week and highlight his work. We also get into the conversation surrounding the Kamloops residential school discovery as an election issue. On ICYMI with Ryan O'Donnell the Blue Jays are smokin' hot and there are a slew of new Metallica covers to dig into. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
9/13/202158 minutes, 18 seconds
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Tyler Smith, a survivor of the Humboldt Broncos crash, is now advocating for Mental Health. Plus, a new typo world record.

Ruok with cops being banned from masturbating on duty? Yes, we asked this. We really did...   Tyler Smith, a survivor of the Humboldt Broncos crash, is now advocating for Mental Health. He joins the shift to shares his personal journey and battles with Mental health. He also dives into how he is trying to help others get the help they need.  What movies are the must-see this weekend? Steve Stebbing says Card Counting starring Oscar Issac is worth putting your money on!  Plus, the next horror film from the director of The Conjuring, and more! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca  
9/10/202157 minutes, 29 seconds
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What is the secret to a good political debate? Former Liberal MP Dan McTeague weighs in.

RUOK with relationship counseling? What is the secret to a good political debate? Former Liberal MP Dan McTeague weighs in and tells us what he would ask at the big debates. Plus, what should we look out for at the debate?  Old is new again in the world of video games! Blaine Kyllo highlights the long-awaited remaster of Alan Wake, a classic horror video game. Plus, a look at some imperfect Marvel role-playing mobile games and how to play Maden 22 for free this weekend!  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
9/9/202152 minutes, 12 seconds
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Canadian acting legend Tom Jackson on his work, and his upcoming project on reconciliation. Plus, RUOK with ducks?

RUOK with ducks? what if they talk? Canadian acting legend Tom Jackson joins The Shift to tell us all about his work and his love.  Tom gets into his upcoming project on reconciliation and what the definition of being indigenous is. On ICYMI with Ryan O'Donnell have you ever wondered what Grimmace from McDonalds is? We now know! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
9/8/202156 minutes, 17 seconds
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Expert Adam O'Brien tells us how cryptocurrencies work and how you can use them to make and save money. Plus, RUOK with lottery tickets?

RUOK with lottery tickets? what about giving them as gifts? It’s been years, and we still have no idea how bitcoin works; until now! We talk with Adam Obrien, a cryptocurrency expert who gives us a barebones explanation of how cryptocurrencies work and how you can use them to make and save money!  Andy is back with a weekly update on DIY gardening with bad..or should we say, “bud” news.  Andy takes a look at the tech and security behind BC’s vaccine passport. Plus, a look at why Peleton users are ditching the app and more!  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
9/7/202153 minutes, 5 seconds
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Guillaume Corcy shares the history behind the lost ships and why Lake Ontario is one of the best places in the world to see shipwrecks. Plus, The Shift AV Club!

The next big superhero movie from Marvel is here, and according to Steve Stebbing, it’s amazing! Steve reviews Shang Chi: Legend of the Ten Rings, Worth, Yakuza Princess, and more! Find out what movies are a must-watch this weekend.  Canada is home to some incredible maritime mysteries! We learn all about Canada’s very own Bermuda Triangle with the help of Globals Max Hartshorne, who shares the shipwreck stories from Lake Ontario.  In the next part of the conversation, we find out what it’s like to dive down and see Canada’s shipwrecks.  Guillaume Corcy shares the history behind the lost ships and why Lake Ontario is one of the best places in the world to see shipwrecks.  It’s time for the AV club to get together! We all review Master and Commander, starring Russel Crowe. Ryan and Steve think it’s amazing! Shane and Brendan fell asleep.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca    
9/3/20211 hour, 2 minutes, 11 seconds
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How does the fight for affordable energy play into this federal election? Former Liberal MP Dan McTeague lets us know. Plus, RUOK with typo's?

RUOK with typo's? cause one member of the Shift is.  How does the fight for affordable energy play into this federal election? Former Liberal MP Dan McTeague lets us know and gives insight into how this election is working and how Trudeau is trying to win it.  February is the new November. Why? Because the video game industry is pushing almost everything back as the pandemic continues to impact development and production. Blaine Kyllo highlights how that will impact the industry, Halo: Infinite news, Zero percent financing on Apple products, and more!  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
9/2/20211 hour, 2 minutes, 53 seconds
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Music, Motor Cycles, Married to a nurse. Jason McCoy of The Road Hammers has had a wild year. Plus, the most BORING man in sports.

On the International Dispatch with Chris Gilbert. Chris tells us about with most boring man in the world of sports. Plus, news that raises more questions than answers.   Music, Motor Cycles, Married to a nurse. Jason McCoy has had a wild year. Dropping with new music with Canadian country stars the Road Hamers, while also supporting his wife, as she fights covid on the frontlines. Justin shares his story with us on The Shift. Greg fish is back to dive into the weird ways anti-vax rhetoric is impacting the fight against covid19. Shane and Greg look into the ways misinformation is drawing out the pandemic. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
9/1/20211 hour, 5 minutes, 28 seconds
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Michael Raimondo tells us how Green Renaissance creates films showcasing the most beautiful people and places in the world. Plus, RUOK with prank names?

RUOK with prank names? How can we appreciate the simple beauty in life? Green Renaissance creates films showcasing the most beautiful people and places in the world. We get into how these films try to show what it means to be human with filmmaker  Michael Raimondo. How can we appreciate the simple beauty in life? Green Renaissance creates films showcasing the most beautiful people and places in the world. We get into how these films try to show what it means to be human with filmmaker  Michael Raimondo. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
8/31/202151 minutes, 25 seconds
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Gurdeep Pandher continues to share the joy across Canada with Bhangra Dancing. Plus, RUOK with making a deal?

RUOK with busking? We check in with a Canadian who continues to share the joy with Bhangra Dancing. Gurdeep Pandher of the Yukon joins the show to fill us in on how he is lifting spirits despite the pandemic and all the amazing Canadians he is dancing with from coast to coast.  On ICYMI Ryan pays tribute to Ed Asner, who passed away on Sunday. Jake Paul won another boxing match, and both Ryan and the Internet have some thoughts about it. Plus, a look into how Only Fans is still allowing porn on their site...after not allowing porn on their site.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
8/30/202150 minutes, 44 seconds
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The internet has crowned him as Canada’s John Mayer. Sean Bertram joins the shift to tell us all about his new single "Angeline." Plus, Tonald Drump is back to react to Canadian Election campaign ads.

We check-in with Knep! He is our favourite Trump impersonator, and he gets into character to react to Canadian Election Ads.  The internet has crowned him as Canada’s John Mayer. Sean Bertram joins the shift to tell us all about his new single, the relationship that inspired it and more! You need to hear this.  Steve Stebbing is back and reviews the highly anticipate CandyMan Remake. He calls it a renewal of the classic character and a must-see this weekend. Steve checks out Vacation Friends, the American Sausage Standoff, and more!  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
8/27/202142 minutes, 19 seconds
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Former Liberal MP Dan McTeague joins the show to help us grade the federal parties’ performances in this election so far. Plus, RUOK with karaoke?

RUOK with Karaoke? Who isn't? Former Liberal MP Dan McTeague joins the show to help us grade the federal parties’ performances in this election so far. He tells Canadians how to hold our elected officials accountable.  Blaine Kyllo is back and happier than ever! Why? Because the sequel to one of his most beloved video games is finally here after 16 years. Find out more about Psychonauts 2, everything from Gamescon and a giant TV that you can enjoy indoors and outdoors. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
8/26/20211 hour, 26 seconds
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Greg fish has some amazing tips on how to spot fake science news. Plus, Sir Christopher Gilbert updates us on "spread your legs"

RUOK with roommates? how about a roommate you don't even know about? Greg fish has some amazing tips on how to spot fake science news. He highlights how that news could be lying to you, either accidentally, by omission, or is actually a result of fraud. Chris Gilbert is back with wild stories from around the world. As a kiwi, it’s his duty to explain why a health minister in New Zealand told new Zealanders to spread their legs to stop the spread of covid19. Plus, more wild stories involving monkeys, affairs, and bad investments.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
8/25/202154 minutes, 20 seconds
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Dancer Donté Colley, has teamed up with Frenches ketchup to highlight the best local restaurants in Canada. Plus, RUOK with advice from politicians?

RUOK with .... well, just take a listen to what this politician from New Zealand said....  One of Canada’s biggest Dancers, Donté Colley, has teamed up with Frenches ketchup to highlight the best local restaurants in Canada. We dive into how Donte is embracing his life online, plus advice on how to live your best life online.  CES...the biggest electronics show in the world is going to require vaccine passports. Handy Andy Baryer chats about that, plus DIY advice cleaning your Air Ducts and making your own headphone pads!  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
8/24/202148 minutes, 30 seconds
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Matt Mikkelson researches the quietest places on earth with Quiet Parks International. Plus, RUOK with taking a nap?

RUOK with taking a nap? Matt Mikkelson researches the quietest places on earth with Quiet Parks International. As it turns out, Canada is home to one of those places, and we learn everything about that. Mikkelson tells us about why these places are so important and about the time he was struck by lightning. Yep.  Can you imagine being paid 2 million for just letting someone make a deep fake of your face? Bruce Willis did just that! Ryan also looks into how an Italian man tattooed his proof of vaccination onto him.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
8/23/202151 minutes, 55 seconds
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Viking Air COO Don Boitson tells us about aircraft and technology being used to fight wildfires in Canada and around the world. Plus, Tonald Drump gives his take on our Federal candidates running in the 2021 election

We speak with Knep, the best Donald Trump impersonator around! We introduce Canada’s federal party leaders to the pres and get his reaction. He gives us some comedic insight into the Canadian election. We learn more about the amazing aircraft and technology being used to fight wildfires in Canada and around the world. Viking Air COO Don Boitson tells us more about the work being done by Viking Air and the impact of their new aircraft!   Adam Driver stars in the first film directed by The Sparks brothers! Steve Stebbing gets into the very weird movie. The night house is one of Steve’s favourite movies of the year! Also,  Paw Patrol is a movie now, and Steve thinks your kids will love it. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
8/20/202150 minutes, 7 seconds
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Garth Mullins tells us what this election means to an activist fighting the opioid epidemic. Plus, we get to know our 5 federal candidates a little better.

 We play Getting to know your candidate! We find out a little more about each of the 5 major candidates running in the 2021 Canadian federal election.  What does this election mean to an activist fighting the opioid epidemic? Garth Mullins joins The Shift to tell us about the legislation that could make a difference in the fight against the epidemic that kills thousands of Canadians every year. Blaine Kylo gets into more ways to celebrate gaming from home, how the federal election will impact digital legislation and a very useful wireless charger from Mophie HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
8/19/202157 minutes, 5 seconds
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Dr. Colleen Carney tells us the difference between feeling tired and being fatigued. Plus, Greg Fish says we need to talk to strangers!

New research shows we need to start talking to strangers! How? Greg Fish explains new research that says talking to strangers has a lot of mental benefits. There is a big difference between feeling tired and being fatigued. Dr. Colleen Carney joins The Shift to teach us about the difference and why it’s so hard to shake Pandemic fatigue. She’s got great tips and amazing insight into the science of sleep.  The TikTok coach, Samantha Vlasceanu, tells us about the biggest life hacks gaining steam on TikTok. But don’t worry, these are actually useful! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
8/18/202151 minutes, 32 seconds
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Introducing our Canadian Election correspondent Tonald Drump. Tiktoker, streamer and Trump impersonator Knepp joins the Shift for the campaign.

We introduce KNEP to the audience! He is a Donald Trump impersonator and will be our American correspondent for the election. It’s going to be yuge.  What are the chances of a massive meteor hitting the earth? Very Very slim, but it’s still pretty cool to talk about! Andrew C. Fererrria breaks it down and other space rocks we should look at and NASA’s issues with new space suits. Handy Andy is back with more gardening tips for normal vegetables..and the ones that make you feel a little funky. Plus, some interesting ways Home Depot is protecting power tools from Shoplifting and a new electric razor that’s worth checking out!  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
8/17/202146 minutes, 54 seconds
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Political Scientist Duane Bratt gives us insight on the election call today. Plus, RUOK with jet packs?

RUOK with weddings? What about really extravagant ones? The Federal election is happening as Prime Minister Justin Trudeau hopes to gain a majority government. Has this happened before, what does Canada’s political landscape look like right now, and what do Canadians need to know? Political scientist Duane Bratt lets us know.   on ICYMI Ryan gives a perfect example of why millennials need to put their phones away.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
8/16/20211 hour, 2 minutes, 41 seconds
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What will make your needle move in this election? Plus, what the hell should we watch this weekend?

We discuss with Shiftheads the many aspects they would like to bring to attention during this election The next big video game movie is out! Free Guy, starring Ryan Reynolds, is here, and Steve Stebbing has a review up and ready for you! He checks out the Aretha Franklin biopic, Don’t Breathe 2, and more! RUOK with heist movies? Kyle's? What about living by the river? Matt McArthur shreds out his final riff as he leaves The Shift and CKNW HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
8/13/20211 hour, 1 minute, 15 seconds
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Is online communication getting in the way of advocating for the environment? Plus, are flip phones coming back?

Environmental specialist Lilly Woodbury joins us to talk about how online messaging gets in the way of real advocacy on the environment Are flip phones making a comeback? Blaine Kyllo fills us in and tells us about Google’s step into the VPN market. He also provides a look into some exciting video games that are coming soon to a console near you. RUOK with landing a helicopter in front of a Dairy Queen for some ice cream cake? What about an MLB team not having the rights to its website or a Chewbacca breakup story? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
8/12/20211 hour, 2 minutes, 30 seconds
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Weird and wild stories from around the world & Helping to prevent drunk driving

What's life like in Tokyo now that the Olympics are over? Freelance journalist Chris Gilbert joins us from Japan to fill us in on the Olympic aftermath and a look into how some Australian athletes got a little rowdy on their flight home from Tokyo  There is a push in the states to put breathalyzers in new cars. Maad Canada's CEO Andrew Murie tells us if that could help prevent drunk driving, if it's a necessity, and how it could impact every day drivers RUOK with an IKEA meatball scented candle?  What about showing up for a sightseeing tour of cats or suing McDonald’s for being too yummy? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
8/11/20211 hour, 2 minutes, 17 seconds
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Why aren't Canadians working? Plus, Amazon customers who write negative reviews are being chased by sellers

Employers are struggling to find workers as many Canadians are hesitant to return to work. Career Counsellor and founder of CareerJoy Alan Kearns joins The Shift to tell us about the obstacles Canadians are facing as the pandemic winds down  Technology journalist Andy Baryer of Handy Andy Media discusses sellers hunting down Amazon customers who leave negative reviews RUOK with inheritance? Bridges? Tours? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
8/10/202154 minutes, 45 seconds
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The Shift celebrates the highlights of the Tokyo 2020 Olympics. Also, get to know more about a robot that cleans beaches & RUOK with a mansion without washrooms?

RUOK with Dave Grohl drowning out the chants of the Westborough Baptist church with Disco? What about a million-dollar mansion with no bathrooms or a Bigfoot birthday party?  Did you watch the Olympics? We did! The Shift celebrates the biggest moments for Canada at Tokyo 2020. We get creative. Ryan highlights an amazing thing out of Florida... A robot that cleans beaches! Plus, a look at why a town in B.C. is retiring its town crier and a very big Lego set that Ryan is excited to swoosh around. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
8/9/202151 minutes, 30 seconds
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Disco Andy talks setting up gaming wi-fi and tells us about some cool new earbuds. Also, why is Klak so quiet?

RUOK with Steaks? The meat and not the vampire stabby thingy.  Guest Host Eric Chapman talks to Andy about a content creation toy for...5 years old plus? Also, setting up a wi-fi network for gaming and wireless earbuds. On ICYMI Klak talks about Kyle Lowry leaving Toronto, and the new Lord of the Rings show on Amazon. The boys discuss their favourite prequels. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
8/3/202149 minutes, 55 seconds
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Black Holes & Cutting Your Gift In Half

(Guest Host: Eric Chapman) We talk new discoveries in Black Holes with Greg Fish (World Of Weird Things) Longtime Technical Producer Matt is leaving the show!  Eric asks about his new gig, and The Shiftheads send in all kinds of nice messages. Plus, Eric finally gets the guts to call his friend Sarah...to tell her that he accidentally cut her gift in half. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
7/31/202140 minutes, 30 seconds
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John J Clague, an expert in all things earthquakes explains how tsunamis from Alaska impact Canada and the world. Also, air travel is slowly coming back, we talk with Porter Airlines CEO Michael Deluce

RUOK with gas stations? or getting catfished? As Covid19 restrictions lift and Canadians being to travel, there is a new option for travellers. Porter airlines CEO Michael Dulce joins The Shif to tell us why they are expanding their fleet and prepping to fly across the world.  A massive earthquake struck off the coast of Alaska this week. John J. Clague, the Professor in the Department of Earth Sciences at SFU, and An expert in all things earthquakes explains how tsunamis from Alaska impact Canada and the world.   HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
7/30/202155 minutes, 10 seconds
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Director Heather Ross tells us about her new film about Del Close, the comedian who mentored Tiny Fey, Bill Murray, John Belushi, and more become superstars. Plus, RUOK with trailer parks?

RUOK with trailer parks? What about trailer parks specifically for swingers? It’s hard to be a Comedian...but one man mastered the art and became a mentor for the biggest comedians of all time. Del Close helped Tinay Fey, Bill Murray, John Belushi, and more become superstars. We speak with Heather Ross, the director of a documentary on his life. On the Technological World Blaine Kylo didn't show... actually he's on vacation... so we gave the segment a shot ourselves. Ryan highlights more on the computer chip shortage and Brendan talks about how it's so hot that vinyl records are melting in the mail.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
7/29/202154 minutes, 49 seconds
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Social media expert Jesse Miller helps us understand how we can let kids safely enjoy social media without creating their own exclusive platforms. Plus, Chris Gilbert live from Tokyo.

Chris Gilbert is live in Tokyo, updating us on the cities climbing covid cases amidst the pandemic. He gives us perspective on the Olympics from Japan, plus some bizarre stories from around the world that you need to hear about. Instagram is toying with the idea for a social media platform "just for kids," but that might be useless. Social media expert Jesse Miller helps us understand how we can let kids safely enjoy social media without creating their own exclusive platforms.  We have no idea what to do when we are bored, and that might be a big problem for the world. Greg Fish chats about how boredom is pushing people towards dangerous conspiracy theories.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
7/28/20211 hour, 2 minutes, 28 seconds
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Handy Andy is back with news on Amazon's Alexa, DIY gardening, new ways to game. Plus, RUOK with running?

RUOK with using a fake ID? you shouldn't be, it's illegal.  Amazon has a brand new, very weird way for you to use Amazon’s Alexa smart AI. Handy Andy is back with that, DIY gardening, new ways to game, and more!  On ICYMI Ryan gives his first Tokyo Olympic rundown with a noticeable lack of sporty music. He highlights how Deepfakes might be used for movies and a potentially game-changing life hack.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
7/27/202154 minutes, 23 seconds
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Did you know in Toronto cyclists can get speeding tickets? Lawyer Kyla Lee explains. Plus, RUOK with cigarettes?

Guest host Eric Chapman kicks off RUOK by asking if you are okay with reviews? Don't review us, please.  Eric talks to Kyla Lee about a Toronto woman who got a speeding ticket...on a bike?  Daily Hive Contributor Amir Ali joins Eric to discuss stories of seeing casual racism in our everyday lives.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
7/26/202145 minutes, 43 seconds
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The "I" Word, Casual Lovin' & Digital Citizenship

(Guest Host: Eric Chapman) Since the Cleveland Indians name change to the Cleveland Guardians, we talk to Nipawi Kakinoosit (YDC - UNPFII Head Delegate) about the current stigma behind the "I" word. Nicole Talks Love: Our relationship expert Nicole Haley chats to Eric about relationship dynamics ("casual" "open") and communication. Digital Citizenship: Jesse Miller (Mediated Reality) discusses Twitter's recent testing of a "dislike" button.  Plus, musicologist and freelance music writer Eric Alper tells us all about Eric Clapton's decision to refuse playing shows in venues that require vaccine passports. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
7/24/202154 minutes, 59 seconds
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A discussion with Grammy Award winning Canadian-Cuban singer Alex Cuba. Plus, an Olympic update live from the streets of Tokyo with Chris Gilbert.

Chris Gilbert is back and Live in Tokyo to give us a look at the Tokyo Olympics right as they are set to begin. He highlights ongoing protests, unrest, and some celebrations in Japan.  We speak with Alex Cuba, a grammy award winning cuban-canadian singer, about living in a tiny BC town with his wife. Plus, getting one of his costumes up in the Grammy museum beside one of Lionel Ritchie’s outfits.  Steve Stebbing tells us what the hell we should watch this weekend  Steve takes a look at Snake Eyes, the next film from M. Knight Shyamalan, and more!  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
7/23/20211 hour, 4 minutes, 33 seconds
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Professor Aaron Boley explains how the moon wobble will impact tides. Plus, RUOK with letting Jesus take the wheel?

RUOK with a whole lot of bowling balls? The moon’s orbit is going to get funky, and many are concerned that will bring about major flooding. Professor Aaron Boley explains how the moon wobble will impact tides. Should we be paying more attention to our oceans or the moon?  Blaine Kyllo takes a look at a virtual reality exhibit in Vancouver that lets you literally swim with the fishes. Plus, a look at Skyward Sword on the Nintendo Switch and more!  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
7/22/20211 hour, 2 minutes, 36 seconds
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Licensed Insolvency Trustee Doug Hoyes gives us some answers and reminds us that no one is alone in the battle against debt. Also, Sir Christopher Gilbert updates us from the streets of Tokyo on the week of the Olympics.

What is the word on the street this week in Tokyo as the Olympics get underway this friday? Chris Gilbert gives us the update.  A new survey shows over 30 percent of Canadians are facing insolvency.  What options do you have when you’re facing debt, and how can you get the help you need?  Licensed Insolvency Trustee Doug Hoyes gives us some answers and reminds us that no one is alone in the battle against debt.  Will we ever see Aliens, or will we meet AI created by Aliens? Greg Fish thinks that won’t happen. He tells us why on the world of weird things.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
7/21/20211 hour, 3 minutes, 5 seconds
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Andrew C. Ferreria, our favourite space nerd explains how the Amazon CEO will reach the stars, along with other billionaires. Plus, RUOK with Ryan's terrible pickup lines?

RUOK with pick up lines? Ryan has a few you can borrow...  Jeff Bezos is on his way to space...in a rocket with a unique shape…Andrew C. Ferreria, our favourite space nerd explains how the Amazon CEO will reach the stars, along with other billionaires.  Handy Andy on why Facebook is handing out over a billion dollars….just to keep people off TikTok. Andy and Shane chat about why certain platforms are better suited for content creators, the future of streaming, and more!  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
7/20/202154 minutes, 50 seconds
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Hank the Hacker, an ethical hacker joins the shift to tell us more about the Pegasus program that allows these hacks to happen to anyone. Also, RUOK with scented candles?

RUOK with gossiping at work? Evidence shows a hacker-for-hire group in Isreal is spying on journalists, human rights activists and political dissidents.  Hank the HAcker, an ethical hacker joins the shift to tell us more about the pegasus program that allows these hacks to happen to anyone. On ICYMI, Ryan highlights an exciting handheld gaming PC! Plus, a look at Jeff Bezo’s upcoming trip to space and the descendants of Leonardo Da Vinci.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
7/19/202152 minutes, 21 seconds
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Giving Up Coffee, The Denialist Glossary & Drinking Too Much

(Guest Host: Eric Chapman) What have you tried to give up? Guest host Eric Chapman is trying to cut back on drinking...and coffee! Our Shiftheads called in with all kinds of stuff...coffee, smokes, negative people... The Denialist Glossary: Daniel Heath Justice (Prof. First Nations and Indigenous Studies, University of British Columbia) explores the language behind phrases like "good intentions" in reference to evil acts.  What if you had to evacuate your small town, and you have no way to escape?  Andrea Bennett (Editor, The Tyee) discusses her article on the subject. And, are you drinking too much?  Cheyenne Johnson (Executive Director, BC Centre On Substance Use) tells us about strategies you can use to curb unhealthy drinking habits. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
7/17/202151 minutes, 14 seconds
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Dr. Jason Kindarchuck tells us about the Covid numbers we should be paying attention to now. Also, RUOK with Lego?

RUOK with Lego, Ryan probably is.  We will learn to live with Covid. How? Dr. Jason Kindarchuck helps us with that and tells us what covid number we need to be paying attention to now.  Steve Stebbing tells us what the hell we should watch this weekend. The anticipated sequel for Space Jam is here! Also, Gunpowder Milkshake, and the final part of Netflix’s Fear Street franchise! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
7/16/202152 minutes, 13 seconds
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Jill Mcintosh gives us the right and wrong reasons for going Electric. Plus, RUOK with a happy meal?

RUOK with the Stanley Cup going to Montreal? .... kind of rubbing it in at this point....  Our Automotive expert Jill Mcintosh gives us the right and wrong reasons for going Electric. Plus, did you know there are only 2 types of gas? Jill also takes us through some of the best cars she is driving right now.   Blaine Kylo takes a look at video games, big changes to Twitter, and what you need to know about Amazon Sidewalk. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
7/15/202146 minutes, 9 seconds
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Chris Sadlier tells us about "Walk to Breath" and why he's walking 500K across Alberta. Also, Chris Gilbert tells us about a great way to quit your job!

RUOK with Peanuts? or is it penuts? An Alberta man is walking 500 kilometres across the province. Why would anyone do that?? Because he is determined to raise money for lung disease research after watching his father recover from a double lung transplant. Chris Sadlier joins The Shift with Shane Hewitt to share his story and the "Walk To Breathe."  Chris Gilbert is live in Tokyo with an update on more Olympic Drama! plus stories from around the globe! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
7/14/20211 hour, 1 minute, 35 seconds
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David Worden, with the Regional and Rural Broadband project, tells us of the obstacles facing Canadians in rural areas of connecting to the net. Also, RUOK with working out to music?

RUOK with working out to music? ... or perhaps the Charles Adler Show? Many Canadians living in rural areas have limited wifi access. David Worden, with the Regional and Rural Broadband project, tells us what obstacles they are facing and why some businesses are still stuck with dialup. Andy Baryer had a eureka moment! He tells us how you can finally hide those pesky wires around your home.  Plus, how people are renting out their pools and hot tubs to their neighbours.  Is that a good idea or a gross idea?  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
7/13/202153 minutes, 48 seconds
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Former Liberal MP Dan McTeague weighs-in on the governments plan to go entirely electric by 2035. Also, RUOK with doing the Laundry?

RUOK with doing the laundry? ... or perhaps not doing the laundry.  The federal government wants all new cars in Canada to be electric by 2035. Is this the right thing to do, and do we have enough time to get it done? Energy expert and former Liberal MP Dan McTeague weighs-in  on ICYMI with Ryan O'Donnell The legendary Four Seasons Total Landscaping will be hosting a concert right where Rudy Guliani once stood! Plus, a look at how a video game sold for over a million dollars at auction. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
7/12/20211 hour, 2 minutes, 31 seconds
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The Dog That Dad Left Behind & Weird Gross Words

(Guest Host: Eric Chapman) Eric Chapman opens the show with his latest romantic misadventure...mistaking a t-shirt for a sandwich. (?!) Eric then opens up about inheriting a dog from his estranged, recently deceased father. Shake It Up: Colin MacDougall of Corby Sprit & Wine shows us what's popular this summer, crushing mint, and the origins of the Moscow Mule. And, Word Aversion: Eric and Tech Producer Matt unpack 13 words that make people feel weird:  "Moist" "Smear" and more... HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
7/10/202139 minutes, 29 seconds
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Who Cares About The Olympics? & Fighting Fires at Night

Do you even care about the Olympics anymore? Our Shiftheads weigh in. RUOK with hot dog buns being equal to your hot dogs? ...or post-prison proposals? How do we fight wildfires...at night? Wayne Coulson of Coulson Aviation highlights their aircraft, water bombers, and some of the obstacles they face in Canada. And, The International Dispatch: Chris Gilbert is live from Tokyo with Olympic-level COVID-19 drama...plus drunk buffalo. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
7/9/20211 hour, 15 minutes, 35 seconds
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What The Hell Should I Watch? - July 8, 2021

Steve Stebbing has every single movie and TV show we need to watch on the long weekend! Black Widow, the latest installment to the Marvel Cinematic Universe, R.L. Stine's Fear Street Part 2: 1978.... and more! Find Steve at stevestebbing.ca and on twitter @theStevilDead
7/9/202115 minutes, 26 seconds
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Why is the price of food on the rise in Canada? Sylvain Charlebois gives us some insight. Also, RUOK with McDonalds with a side of Pfizer?

RUOK with Mcdonalds with a side of Pfizer?  Peanut Butter is more expensive for the first time in 20 years. The price of food in Canada is on the rise, and how is extreme weather making things worse? We chat with Sylvain Charlebois, Researcher and professor in food distribution and food policy.  Nintendo is pumping out a brand new model of the Nintendo Switch! Blaine Kyllo has all the latest on that. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
7/8/202154 minutes, 46 seconds
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What caused the heat dome and where did it come from? Randall Cerveny, Professor of geographical sciences at ASU, lets us know. Also, breaking down the billionaire space race!

RUOK with going to church? or sitting on the toilet? Or a lot of reptiles and Florida related stories? We are still feeling the impacts of the heat dome that pummeled western Canada. Why did it happen, and will it happen again? Randall Cerveny, professor of geographical sciences at ASU, joins the shift with Shane Hewitt with the good and bad news. The next space race isn’t between nations; it’s between billionaires. Greg Fish highlights how billionaires see the future of humanity outside of Earth and whose vision makes the most practical sense.   HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
7/7/20211 hour, 56 seconds
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From Covid to footy, Stephen Rossiter updates us on the latest from the UK. Also, RUOK with festivals?

RUOK with festivals? what if it included a Linkin Park cover band? It's not what you think...  The UK is opening, dealing with covid outbreaks, and moving full steam ahead. How are the British feeling about it? Our friend in the UK, Stephen Rossiter, chats about that and the excitement behind England’s push for the Euros championship! Andy Baryer is back with a shirt on this week. We chat about Uber and other ride-sharing apps are struggling to find drivers as the pandemic winds down. Also, Jeff Bezos steps down as the CEO of the mega-corporation. What’s next for Amazon? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
7/6/202152 minutes, 33 seconds
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Stories from around the world including the ocean being on fire, also RUOK with Yachts.... or is it Yaughts?

RUOK with ... how do you spell that? We highlight 3 stories from Around the World on our new segment! We chat about the Ocean being on fire in Mexico, The 4th of July, and the covid situation in the UK. Stories from around the world from a Canadian perspective.  On ICYMI with Ryan O'Donnell, he tells us about Joey Chestnut, THE GOAT, who ate 76 hotdogs in 10 minutes to break his own record over the weekend.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
7/5/202158 minutes, 59 seconds
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Steve Stebbing has every single movie and tv show we need to watch on the long weekend!. Also, RUOK with kids at the pub?

RUOK with kids at the pub? Steve Stebbing has every single movie and tv show we need to watch on the long weekend! Zola, the amazing movie based on a Twitter thread, the Sequel to the Boss Baby and more! Blaine Kyllo shares how Microsoft is going to bring its games to any platform you want! So long as you pay a fee...Plus, how Microsoft plans to bring in Windows 11, Arcade Fire releasing new live music, and more!  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
7/1/202154 minutes, 57 seconds
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Winnipeg Jets defenseman Josh Morrissey is taking mental health to the forefront with beer and conversation. Also, RUOK with riding a bike wearing nothing but a mask?

Winnipeg Jets defenseman Josh Morrissey is taking mental health to the forefront with beer and conversation. The jets veteran and his fiance have partnered with Canadian brewery Wildrose to start the half glass full organization...Which hopes to raise money in support of mental health and wellness organizations. Greg Fish joins the show to tell us about the flaws in Forensic Science. He highlights how those flaws are leading to innocent people being convicted. RUOK with riding a bike wearing nothing but a face mask?  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
6/30/202157 minutes, 43 seconds
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Hank the Hacker tells us how Hackers can get into your exercise bike and your cellphone with a sneaky ring!, plus Handy Andy didn't wear a shirt.

RUOK with losing weight? The Covid 19 lbs is real...  Hackers can get into your exercise bike and your cellphone with a sneaky ring! Hank the Hacker, an ethical hacker, tells us how hackers are trying to get into the devices we use every day.  No  AC? Have no fear! Andy Baryer comes to the rescue on how you can build your own AC unit at home. He also didn't wear a shirt.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
6/29/202147 minutes, 44 seconds
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What if an app could store your favourite memories? Tim and Tannis Roberts explain how their made-in the Canada app, Echo Box, can do just that. Also, on RUOK we decide on a new name for Disc Golf.

RUOK with Disc Golf? What if we called it Frisket-ball? What if an app could store your favourite memories? Tim and Tannis Roberts explain how their made-in the Canada app can keep the memories of our loved ones alive using their voices. They share how they started the project and why it matters. On ICYMI Ryan reveals a sad Cancer Diagnosis from the music world, chats about haunting new flavours of Kraft Dinner, and highlights how one fan nearly crashed the Tour De France HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
6/28/202152 minutes, 23 seconds
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Samantha Vlasceanu, aka the TikTok coach, on how to make the app a revenue generator for your business, and more with author S Bear Bergman on Gender Pronouns

RUOK with handcuffing yourself to your significant other for 123 days? We have part 2 of our conversation with S Bear Bergman who helps us understand why we need to put in the work to understand and respect gender pronouns.  What if you could make Tiktok into a revenue generator for your business? Samantha Vlasceanu, aka the TikTok coach, helps businesses develop strategies to bring in business from social media.  And Steve Stebbing tells us what the hell we should watch this weekend! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
6/25/20211 hour, 10 minutes, 55 seconds
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Author S Bear Bergman helps us understand the language behind gender pronouns and the impact of using them, and RUOK with going commando

RUOK with going commando? Why do gender pronouns matter? Author S Bear Bergman helps us understand the language behind gender pronouns and the impact of using them.     The biggest game of 2020, CyberPunk 2077 is back on the PlayStation store after a very rocky launch. Blaine Kyllo has that, and a look at new beta programs on the PS5, why there was no Amazon Prime Day in Canada, and more!  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
6/24/202151 minutes, 56 seconds
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Digging deep in the mining of sand and it's environmental effects with Lilly Woodbury, and fake Tuna

Sir Christopher Gilbert checks in from Japan with the International Dispatch and stories of fake Tuna.  Tonight we talk with Lilly Woodbury about mining of sand and how it impacts the environment.  Greg Fish and Shane have a discussion on how the traditional work week could change post covid.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
6/23/202159 minutes, 8 seconds
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A discussion of Indigenous Languages with Dr. Lorna Williams, and Nicolas Cage and the search for a truffle pig

RUOK with a good shave? We talk with Dr Lorna Williams, the Chair of the FPCC Foundation, Professor Emerita, University of VictoriaDIY and Tech Expert, about indegenious language.  On ICYMI with Ryan O'Donnell he highlights the new Nicholas Cage movie where he tries to rescue his pet truffle pig. Its called Pig.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
6/22/20211 hour, 2 minutes, 18 seconds
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Too Soon To Re-Open & An Incoherent British Farmer

Are we re-opening too soon? Ryan weighs in and shares his own hesitation with the openings, and our Shiftheads weigh in with their concerns. RUOK with Broadway? or turning a hair mishap into a business venture? And, In Case You Missed It: Ryan "Broadwayyyy" O'Donnell goes off on self-checkouts, and we try to decode the incoherent babbling of an old British farmer. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
6/21/202145 minutes, 46 seconds
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Indigenous Rhythms & Dressing Your Dog Up For A Date

(Guest Host: Eric Chapman) Co-Director Alfonso Maioriana talks to Eric Chapman about Rumble: The Indians Who Rocked The World. The film explores the history of Indigenous rhythms in music. Nicole Talks Love: The Shift's resident love and relationship expert Nicole Haley delves into what people are most nervous about post-pandemic dating. Plus, Sean Donnelly’s mother got sucked into the world of QAnon conspiracy theories, so he made a little video about it. QAmom is available on YouTube. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
6/19/202138 minutes, 7 seconds
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Brandon Alexander helps us understand how men can have real and powerful conversations with other men, plus Shane's recurring water park nightmare

RUOK with waterparks? Shane isn't.  Brandon Alexander helps us understand how men can have real and powerful conversations with other men. We highlight how those conversations can change a man’s life and impact others. Steve Stebbing has a list of some of the best movies to watch this weekend. We look at Pixar’s latest gem Luca, plus a look at a documentary on The Sparks that he calls a masterpiece. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
6/18/202154 minutes, 2 seconds
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Jesse Miller on social media vigilantism and its role in the 2011 Vancouver Riot, and wandering llamas

RUOK with llamas? oh, and say hello to Klak! We talk with online expert Jesse Miller about social media vigilantism and its role in the 2011 Vancouver Riot. Plus, a look at the role of social media in policing and cancel culture. On Technonological world Ryan takes over and talks with Blaine Kyllo about E3 and newly announced video games.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
6/17/202154 minutes, 38 seconds
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Justin Thouin gives us tips on how to save our hard earned money, and should Jeff Bezos eat the Mona Lisa?

On the International Dispatch with Chris Gilbert  he tells us of a diver who was gulped up by a whale and a petition for Jeff Bezos to eat the Mona Lisa.  Shane talks with Justin Thouin of LowestRates.ca about how to save your hard-earned money by comparing rates, evaluating your bank services and other financial tips.  Dave Scott is back and is crossing his fingers for some huge news in the World of UFOs coming very soon. Are we ready for new info?  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca  
6/16/202153 minutes, 42 seconds
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Breaking down the G7 with Jonathan Berkshire Miller, and free burgers or jail!

RUOK with burgers? They better be free or you're may end up in the slammer! Is Prime Minister Justin Trudeau the next  "Dean" of the G7, and is he ready to tackle China on the international stage? Jonathan Berkshire Miller - Director of the Indo-Pacific program at the MacDonald-Laurier Institute weighs in. Handy Andy is back with all the gift ideas you need for Father’s Day. Plus a look at how he lost 20 pounds by skipping...rope? 
6/15/202149 minutes, 28 seconds
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Music Industry Insider Eric Alper on how we use social media to find new music, and waterslidin'

RUOK with waterslides? you might not be after the story we have.  Music industry expert Eric Alper reacts to Much Music returning to TikTok. We focus on how social media is creating new ways to find music that’s a bit more millennial-friendly.    On ICYMI Ryan asks shiftheads to pick a movie they would watch over and over to earn a million dollars. He also looks at the so-called “megadrought” in the US and the impact it is having in Canada.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
6/14/202135 minutes, 31 seconds
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The History Of The Universe, Soccer & The Ideal Temperature

Weird Science with Andrew Ferreira:  A bittersweet farewell, as Andrew signs off with his last Weird Science...by schooling us on the history of the universe. We get to know our new teammate, Global News Anchor Catherine Garrett. Sports reporter Adam Laskaris of Offside Sports (The Daily Hive) discusses the world of soccer in Euro 2020.  Jawn needs a team to root for. Plus, after Tech Producer Matt complained of freezing to death in his studio, we asked the Shiftheads: What's your ideal temperature? The answers went all over the dial. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
6/12/20211 hour, 10 minutes, 23 seconds
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We talk with Dakota Bear, the Organizer of the Vancouver Cancel Canada Day Movement, and seagulls covered in curry.

Chris Gilbert joins Jawn Jang, and the two reminisce on some Craft beer stories. He gets into serious developments in the Olympic saga in Tokyo.   Plus, how a doctor in the states claims the covid19 vaccine will make you magnetic. Should we change how we celebrate Canada Day this year? Dakota Bear shares why Canada day can be a difficult day for indigenous people, especially after the discovery in Kamloops. He shares more about the Cancel Canada Day movement. Steve Stebbing reviews the latest musical from Lin Manuel Miranda,  Peter Rabbit 2, and more! Plus a look at other movies, including a long-lost horror movie from the legendary George A. Romero. RUOK with bird watching? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
6/11/20211 hour, 9 minutes, 5 seconds
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Karla Laird from the Better Business Bureau shares how scammers are trying to take advantage of people trying to support indigenous organizations in Canada, also how about a pair of wet pants?

On ICYMI Ryan gets people to check out an upcoming solar eclipse, highlights the story of a wandering herd of elephants, and an unfortunate new fashion trend. Karla Laird, the Senior Manager of Media and Communications better business bureau, shares how scammers are trying to take advantage of people trying to support indigenous organizations in Canada. What you can do about it and how you can prevent it.  This week, Blaine Kyllo reviews Ratchet and Clank: Rift Apart and calls it the best game on the PS5! Plus, are video game consoles lacking in character?  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
6/10/202145 minutes, 11 seconds
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Juno Award-winning singer Leela Gilday, and Taco Tuesday!

How can do you not be okay with Taco Tuesday? The Shift chats with Juno Award-winning singer Leela Gilday. She shares the inspirations behind her new album, her journey to the win, and what it means to have her music impact Canadians. Why don't we talk about the fact that civilization is a lot older than we're taught, and why is it important to both know and acknowledge that. Greg Fish joins us on The World of Weird Things.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
6/9/202150 minutes, 31 seconds
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Finding Your Wallet 46 Years Later & An Infamous Fitness Tracker

Dr. Jason Kindarchuck (Department of Medical Microbiology, University of Manitoba) discusses how "quarantine hotels" may not have helped curb the spread of COVID-19 in the long run. RUOK with out of control weddings? ...or finding your lost wallet 46 years later? "Handy" Andy Baryer joins us to chat about his blueberries, and his new activity tracker from an "infamous" company... Plus, In Case You Missed It...Ryan O' Donnell ruins the names of sports teams! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
6/8/20211 hour, 8 minutes, 29 seconds
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A generational look at Residential schools with survivor Bruce Allen, and checking in with Ryan Wrecker

RUOK with diving? ... it involved a "Florida man", need I say more? Bruce Allan, an educator, health worker, and survivor of a residential school, joins the shift to give us perspective on what it was like growing up in a family that went through generations of abuse at the hands of the residential school system. He shares what he has learned and how he embarks on a journey of healing. He tells The Shift what Canadians need to do now.  Ryan Wrecker is back to fill us in on everything happening in the US and his new Daytime show. We compare Canada and the US’s reopening strategies and if American news is simmering down after President Biden’s inauguration.  It’s our first hit with him in over a month.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
6/7/202158 minutes, 59 seconds
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The Shift Weekend Spotlight: Plus Guests - June 5

Jawn Jang interviews Matt McArthur of the local Vancouver band Plus Guests about the release of their new record Blanket Fort.  Available now on Spotify, Apple, and Bandcamp. Song: Plus Guests - Lifeline www.plusguests.bandcamp.com (Full disclosure: Matt is the technical producer of the Shift Weekend)
6/5/202116 minutes, 45 seconds
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Chicken Head Curses, Snoring & Cocktails

Ontario Connection: Journalist Ari Shapiro discusses Ontario schools being closed till the fall, and how the news of the Kamloops Residential School is being received out east.  Weird Science with Andrew Ferreira: Andrew puts the WEIRD in Weird Science this week by talking about...Athenian binding curses using dismembered chicken heads? Yup. Let's Talk Love! - Nicole Haley chats about your relationship and dating issues. And, Shake It Up: Colin "CMac" MacDougall (Corby Spirit & Wine) brings his cocktail making expertise to The Shift! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
6/5/20211 hour, 9 minutes, 47 seconds
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We chat with Affirm Pristine, Canada's premier cheese expert, and an in depth analysis on the existence of luck

RUOK with Political Speeches?  Canada is home to some of the best cheese in the world and the youngest cheese expert ever. Affirm Pristine shares the story of how he went from helping out in his parents’ cheese boutique in Toronto to having his own Food Network TV show.  Steve Stebbing reviews The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It, and other movies that aren’t terrifying! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
6/4/202148 minutes, 22 seconds
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Shift Family Member Releases New Rockin' Record

Shift family member Matt McArthur dishes out all the details behind Plus Guest's new album! He shares the story, inspiration, and passion behind his band's latest project. www.plusguests.bandcamp.com
6/4/202113 minutes, 53 seconds
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Samanta Krishnapillai the Founder of the On Canada Project, and how much would you pay for an invisible sculpture?

RUOK with sculptures.... that you can't see....  A group of millennial volunteers are taking action by gathering and sharing important news online. Its to make important information more inclusive and comprehensible for everyone on social media. We chat with Samanta Krishnapillai  the Founder of the On Canada Project Canada had an injury in space! Canada arm 2 was hit by a ‘lucky strike’ from space junk in orbit. Andrew Ferreria tells us about the damage and what is the arm doing up in space. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
6/3/202155 minutes, 10 seconds
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Have a complaint about your cell service? Howard Maker, Commissioner and CEO of the CCTS, wants to hear them, also there's an awful lot of mice down under.

On today’s edition of the international dispatch, Chris Gilbert chats about a Japanese bullet train driver taking a bathroom break while the train was going 150 kilometres per hour, incestuous polar bears, and a plague of mice.  Are you happy with your cell service. An organization called the CCTS monitors your complaints to communications companies. Their CEO joins the show to tell us how they do it and what you can do if you are upset with your service.  Greg Fish joins the show to highlight how wellness influencers and their audiences are taking a sudden turn, and social media may be to blame. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
6/2/20211 hour, 11 minutes, 1 second
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A deep look at Residential Schools in Canada, Also Dr. Bug tells us which bugs should be on our menu.

First, we offer you some political theatre! We take a deeper look into residentials schools in response to the discovery in Kamloops over the weekend.  Dr. Bug teaches us everything you need to know about Cicadas and why they are leaving the ground after 17 years. Plus, he tells us what bugs we can eat and should eat?  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
6/1/202146 minutes, 25 seconds
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Defense Against Hacking & Stealing Hendrix's Trash

In Case You Missed It: Producer Ryan O'Donnell on the extended best-before dates on COVID-19 vaccines.  We also discuss what you would be brave enough to eat post-expiry date. Hacker Hank Fordham (Centurion Defense) on SolarWinds hackers striking the US and other countries.  He dives into how hacking groups organize and why they are changing targets. Plus, RUOK with sneaking backstage? or excessive fireworks? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
5/31/202145 minutes, 51 seconds
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Hassan Al Kontar spent 7 months trapped inside of an airport after escaping the Syrian civil war. and time for a haircut

RUOK with getting a haircut? cause soon we can.      Hassan Al Kontar joins the shift to share his incredible story. He spent 7 months trapped inside of an airport after escaping the Syrian civil war. Canada came to his rescue and he is now sharing his story Steve Stebbing is excited to be going back to a real movie theatre, he reviews Cruella, A Quiet Place Two, and more!  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
5/28/20211 hour, 9 minutes, 56 seconds
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Canadian Poet RC Weslowski discusses his latest work and the impact of his words, plus some drunk textin'

RUOK with drunk texting? we've all done it.  Our ongoing series on Canada’s best poets continues with Rc Weslowski. He shares some of his new work and highlights his recently released book. We also dive into the impact of his words. Blaine Kyllo shares details on a choose your own adventure video aimed at keeping you safe in the backcountry. Plus a look at a new collaboration between Google and Samsung and a deep dive into the latest installment in the Mech Warrior series.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
5/27/202151 minutes, 19 seconds
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Actor and Activist Jesse Lipscombe tell us about his new card game that is designed to show damaging truths behind everyday jokes directed at marginalized groups, and how much is the viral video "Charlie bit my finger" worth today?

Chris joins the show from Tokyo to chat about why there is hesitation around the Olympics in Japan. Plus, how one of the most beloved youtube videos is being taken off the internet, after being sold as an NFT. Actor and Activist Jesse Lipscombe joins the shift to tell us about his new card game that is designed to show damaging truths behind everyday jokes directed at marginalized groups. Former military pilots and officers often share UFO stories with the media. But what if some of those objects really are from alien words? We discuss with Greg Fish.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
5/26/20211 hour, 7 minutes, 30 seconds
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Mars Robots, Space Tourism and eclipses with Andrew Ferreira, and an absurdly expensive morning coffee

RUOK with Baristas? What about one that makes you a 15 dollar drink?! Andrew is back with weird news about China’s Mars rover, a HUGE step towards space tourism, and just how lucky we are to see eclipses.  We chat with Andy Baryer about how he plans to help his community with a community garden.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
5/25/202147 minutes, 44 seconds
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Disability visibility and representation in media, Improv for anxiety, and a crash course in Latvia!

Jawn presents 10 facts you probably didn't know about the country of Latvia.  CKNW Producer Ben Dooley joins Jawn to talk about disability visibility and representation in today's media.  Cameron Algie from Second City joins Jawn to talk about the benefits of improv with every day anxiety. Cameron recounts his story of getting into improv and the value of being silly and finding joy to help with day to day life.   HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
5/22/20211 hour, 1 minute, 4 seconds
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Diane Francis reveals Facebook’s early investors and their strong ties to Russia, plus passing gas on a doorbell camera.

RUOK with doorbell cameras? They record audio ...  Diane Francis reveals Facebook’s early investors and their strong ties to Russia. It’s time for yet another Zach Snyder movie, except this time there are zombies! Steve Stebbing tells us about the movies we need to watch this long weekend. Army of the Dead, Bloodthirsty, The Father, and more!  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
5/22/202150 minutes, 43 seconds
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A conversation with Poet, and America's Got Talent Winner Brandon Leake, and happy X-box annivesary.

RUOK with snorting drugs on a plane? Probably not, but some guy really was.  Brandon Leake joins our series on the world’s best working poets. It’s a look into his writing, journey on Americas got Talent, and how to inspire.  Blaine Kyllo says The Mass Effect Legendary Edition brings Bioware’s unbeatable storytelling to a new generation of gamers! A celebration of 20 years of Xbox, and a look at Apple’s data tracking and more! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
5/20/20211 hour, 10 minutes, 8 seconds
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Opiods, is decriminalizing really the answer? We discuss with activist and podcast host Garth Mullins, and UFO's are all the rage again

Chris Gilbert tells us about the kids at a radio camp he taught at in 2019.  More Canadian cities are considering decriminalizing drugs to combat the opioid crisis. Is that the most important step in fighting the crisis? Podcast host and activist Garth Mullins explains why more steps need to be taken.  Dave Scott takes us back to the world of the wooo! We break down all the crazy developments in the world of UFOs. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
5/19/20211 hour, 9 minutes
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An in depth look into bullying with Wendy Craig, and you won't believe what some mammals can do!

RUOK with mammals who can breath out of their.... well, maybe just listen and find out.  Where does bullying come from in kids? How does it impact the lives who are on the giving and receiving sides of it, and is Canada getting better at dealing with Bullying? One of Canada’s leading experts in Bullying, Dr. Wendy Craig, weighs in. Andy Baryer reviews a new competitor to the Peleton exercise bike called the...Echelon. Andy and Shane also chat about how negative reviews can be controlled online. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
5/18/202157 minutes, 9 seconds
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How audiences and musicians can connect with online concerts and festivals, and a flamin' hot lie about flamin' hot Cheetos.

RUOK with cookies? I mean, who isnt?! David Pay, the artistic director of music on main, shares how we can still connect audiences to musicians during online concerts. We also chat about how local venus and bars are keeping the lights on during the pandemic. Ryan reveals a very confusing development in the story of the Flamin Hot Cheeto. The story behind the snack is far more devious than you might think.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
5/17/202139 minutes, 27 seconds
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Put Down The Phone & Pay For Dinner

(Weekend Edition with Jawn Jang) Let's Talk Love! Nicole Haley gets into dating and relationship issues...such as who pays for dinner, and when to put down that phone. Tax Specialist Gerry Vittoraos (Ufile.ca) shares advice on how to manage your tax return, post-deadline. Journalist and publisher Ari Shapiro gives his perspective on the ups and downs of the handling of the pandemic by the Doug Ford government. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
5/15/202153 minutes, 21 seconds
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Cain Vincent Dyer and the story of a former bank robber who has come back from a life of crime to help others. Plus some radioactive vodka

RUOK with radioactive vodka? Cain Vincent Dyer recounts the history behind how he became a bank robber. He discusses why and how he fell into the life of crime, his rehabilitation and how he has put his life back together to help others.  Steve Stebbing is back with a packed list of movies you gotta check out! Chris Rock stars in the Saw spinoff Spiral, plus The Woman in the Window, and more!   HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
5/14/20211 hour, 11 minutes, 2 seconds
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Is electricity the future of cars? We ask automotive journalist Jil Mcintosh, plus Tigers roaming the neighbourhood

RUOK with Tigers... in the neighborhood? Jil Mcintosh has the latest on Ford’s first fully electric pickup truck. Is electricity the future of cars?  Plus, a look at all the crazy new types of cars hitting roads in 2021.  Blaine Kyllo joins the show with a review of Resident Evil 8! Ryan is going to playing it all day today.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
5/13/202155 minutes, 56 seconds
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Juno nominated director Emma Higgins on the art behind music videos and creativity, and merging man with machine

On ICYMI Newsmax get's called out by a guest.  We celebrate Canadian director Emma Higgins who chats about her Juno Nomination for this year’s best music video. She also chats about the art behind music videos and more. Greg Fish tells us we humans and machines may have no choice but to merge. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca  
5/12/202155 minutes, 12 seconds
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Hank the Hacker helps us understand how a pipeline company in the United States was hacked, and swarm of Condors.

RUOK with Condors? yes the bird.  Hank the Hacker helps us understand how a pipeline company in the United States was hacked. He breaks down ransomware and infrastructure hacking and how to prevent it. Andy Baryer is back with tips on how to get Youtube premium for $1? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca  
5/11/202154 minutes, 2 seconds
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The rocket didn't hit anything, and 900 Sponge Bob popsicles

RUOK with 900 popsicles? Andrew Ferreira is back on Weird Science with an update on the Chinese Rocket which did NOT smash into anything, also there may be Alien life just next door to our own solar system.  On ICYMI Ryan shares the incredible story of a daughter who found her birth mom who starred on her favourite childhood tv show.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
5/10/202148 minutes, 50 seconds
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Pretty Much Anyone Can Host SNL & Chinese Space Debris

(Weekend Edition with Jawn Jang) Eccentric tech billionaire Elon Musk is hosting SNL.  What? Why?! Andrew Ferreira's Weird Science: Chinese space debris is falling from the stars. And, RUOK with not showering? or free money? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
5/8/202154 minutes, 8 seconds
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Author Michael Losier on what we can do to improv self esteem, and a sex helmet for a Kiwi bird.

Michael Losier shares 2 questions we can ask ourselves that can change our self-esteem for the better.  Chris gilbert once again brings us the wildest stories from around the world. We chat about his kiwi accent making a comeback, a sex helmet to protect a New Zealand Parrot Steve Stebbing Wrath of Man, Judas and the Black Messiah, The Outside Story, and more!  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca 
5/7/202157 minutes, 48 seconds
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Canadian Country star Paul Brandt on his new documentary and perseverance, and a colostomy calamity in Kid Rock's bar.

RUOK Ruok with a man throwing his colostomy at cops inside of Kidd Rocks bar? Canadian country star Paul Brandt joins the show to chat about his new documentary focusing on his career and his passion for fly fishing in Alberta. He and Shane get into his music, love for home, and perseverance.  Blaine Kylo Will Donald Trump be allowed back on Facebook? Blaine KYllo has that, plus new laptops for the modern workplace, a baby Yoda stand for the google dot, and more!  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca 
5/6/202156 minutes, 44 seconds
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Sports journalist Ari Shapiro talks about the allegations around Roberto Alomar, and how about a Beer with a shot of vaccine?

RUOK with beer and a shot? Ari Shapiro breaks down the allegations against Toronto Blue Jays Superstar Roberto Alomar. What are we willing to forgive when childhood heroes and idols make bad choices? Greg Fish joins the show to let us know that while humans might be done with covid19...the virus isn’t done with us. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca 
5/5/202155 minutes, 38 seconds
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Discussing digital consent on social media with Jesse Miller, and trapped in a porta-potty

RUOK with porta-potties? Our social media expert Jessie miller lets us know if we have digital consent. What freedoms do we give up when we post to social media? Handy Andy joins the show to discuss how video game companies are pushing Loot Boxes into their games. Are loot boxes gambling?  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca 
5/4/202154 minutes, 56 seconds
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Andrew Ferreria tells us if we're going to make it Mars, and falling asleep at work.

RUOK with sleeping at work? Ted Cruz is.  On weird science Elon Musk says a lot of people are going to die before we get to Mars. Is that true? Andrew Ferreria has the answer!  On ICYMI we find out how much an old meme is worth and get tips if you're late with your taxes.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca 
5/3/202152 minutes, 28 seconds
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The debut of "Nicole Talks Love", a chat about Music On Main and RUOK with the McPizza?

(Weekend Edition - Host: Jawn Jang) Relationship, love and dating expert Nicole Haley joins the show to discuss dating in 2021 David Pay (Artistic Director, Music On Main) discusses the upcoming virtual festival, Listening. Together. And, RUOK with breaking up with your sports team? ...or McPizza coming out of retirement? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
5/1/202153 minutes, 26 seconds
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Ryan Wrecker fills us in on his new gig, and a chandeliers in your car!

RUOK with investing? what about chandeliers? Friend of the shift, Ryan Wrecker, is moving up in the world! He has accepted a new radio gig, and we bring him on to tell us more about it and to chat about what the future looks like for him.  Steve Stebbing breaks down Without Remorse, The Mitchells vs. The Machines, Willy's Wonderland with Nicholas Cage.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca 
4/30/202152 minutes, 38 seconds
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Canadian Archaeologist Michael Chazan on an incredible discovery in the caves of Africa, and things getting stuck in your nose.

RUOK with Grenades? What about getting things stuck up your nose? Michael Chazan A Canadian Archaeologist digs into an incredible discovery he and his team made in Africa. A discovery 1.8 million years in the making.  The oldest evidence of humans living in caves ever.   Blaine Kyllo highlights Apple's insisting that platforms get explicit permission to track you...from you. Blaine Kyllo highlights Apple's insisting that platforms get explicit permission to track you...from you.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca 
4/29/202151 minutes, 59 seconds
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Lisa Poole on what life in Long Term Care is like now, micro gravity can scramble your brain in space, and dogs on meth

Ruok with a racing dog testing positive for...meth? What about giving up a Nintendo switch for pizza in Buffalo, or a big brawl at the airport? Greg fish highlights new research that shows how microgravity can scramble your brain in space. He dives into what a year of low gravity could do to your brain and body.  As the pandemic rages on, we get an update on what life in Long term care home looks like right now from Lisa Poole. She advocates for Long Term Care Partners to return to work inside of these homes. Chris highlights wild stories from across the globe, including a Russian man trapped on a Chinese game show. Chris also chats about TV shows for...dogs? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca 
4/28/20211 hour, 12 minutes, 18 seconds
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Duane Bratt on Federalism in Canada, and break a leg!

RUOK with beavers? what about some bone breaking UFC action? Handy Andy is back with info on robots entering Canadian workplaces — but they're not all coming for our jobs. Duane Bratt breaks down his study into energy policy in Canaday through the lens of Federalism.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
4/27/20211 hour, 2 minutes, 15 seconds
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The dawn is coming for Pandemic in Canada, Oscar reactions and lots of Josh's

RUOK with a Japanese man dating 35 different women to get free birthday gifts?  What about a message in a bottle found in Alberta, or a 20-year-old movie rental fee?  Are we approaching the light in the covid tunnel?  Dr. Dar Roza gives us the hard facts and explains what we need to do to end the pandemic. On ICYMI we talk about the Oscars, a battle of thousands of Josh's and how you can make money on Vintage clothing HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
4/26/202141 minutes, 53 seconds
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The Battle of Kapyong & Using Celebrity For Good

(Weekend Edition with host Jawn Jang)  Thursday, April 22nd was the 70th anniversary of The Battle of Kapyong, in which 20,000 plus Canadian soldiers answered the call of duty during the Korean War.  Jawn Jang chats to Murray Edwards, a retired Major and Korean War veteran. RUOK with LeVar Burton having gin with Ryan Reynolds? Or "double-masking"? Gerry Vitoratos, National Tax Specialist with UFile.ca explains how you can properly claim your COVID-19 Benefits on your 2020 Tax Return. And, The Big Jang Theory: Is there a right way to use celebrity power and influence to inspire others to do the right thing during the pandemic? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
4/24/202147 minutes, 55 seconds
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Sikh Heritage and name pronunciation with Kuljeet Bumbrah, More pronunciation with Global BC's Neetu Garcha, plus what the hell should we watch?

ICYMI Ryan plays tik talks that highlight the plight of retail workers and talks about how to save money while buying groceries online. Juljeet Bumbrah, a friend and former co-worker, joins the show chat about why people need to learn how to properly pronounce Sikh names. He goes into what it’s like to learn Sikh heritage while growing up in Canada. It’s insight into a man growing up inside of his faith. Our colleague from Global BC Neetu Garchashe describes how she’s been saying her own name wrong most of her life, why she’s decided to stop and how to say it correctly.   With Steve Stebbing we talk about the new Mortal Kombat movie, a bunch of scary stuff on Blu Ray, and David Attenbourough's latest for Earth Day.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
4/23/20211 hour, 8 minutes, 16 seconds
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Gurdeep Pandher, the dancing bhangra joins the shift to celebrate Sikh heritage month, and eyedrops that glue your eyes shut

Gurdeep Pandher, the dancing bhangra joins the shift to celebrate Sikh heritage month. He explains what it is, and why it is so important.  RUOK with eyedrops? what about Bobcats? Blaine Kylo highlights all the news from Apple’s big conference this week!  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
4/22/202157 minutes, 24 seconds
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A conversation with comedian Brittlestar, and toilets that tell you if you're tired

Dave Scott is back with a lot of amazing UFOs news straight from Manitoba and the US military.  Comedian Stewart Reynolds, better known as Brittlestar, has been entertaining Canadians online since the start of the pandemic. He breaks down his comedy, why he makes videos centred around the pandemic and more.  Chris Gilbert highlights very high-tech toilettes in Japan that can tell truck drivers how fatigued they are. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
4/21/20211 hour, 3 minutes, 16 seconds
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A deep dive into mental health with former NHL goalie Kelly Hrudey, and 420 home farming with Andy Baryer

Jesse Miller explains the tech companies are using to monitor their employees when they are on or off the job.  Andy highlights his 420 friendly home farming and an update on his Robot lawnmower. He also chats about working from home.  We take a deep dive into mental health with advocate, former NHL goalie, and broadcaster Kelly Hrudey.He breaks down his relationship with his family, his battles with mental health, and the challenges NHL players face. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
4/20/20211 hour, 11 minutes, 3 seconds
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Lawyer Kyla Lee on how Covid restrictions can be enforced, and what would you do for cheeseburgers for a year?

Lawyer and Covid19 survivor Kyla Lee lets us know how local governments could police people breaking Covid19 restrictions.  ICYMI We rant about the latest boxing match involving Jake Paul. What would you do to get free burgers for a year? On Weird Science Andrew answers that and celebrates Nasa’s New Horizon probe reaching 7 and a half billion kilometres from Earth. He also chats about Nasa working with SpaceX to get humans to the moon again. and can you eat a cheeseburger in space? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
4/19/202153 minutes, 56 seconds
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Parkinson's Awareness & What Is A Hockey Game Worth To You?

Larry Gifford (National Director of Talk Radio for Corus, Host of When Life Gives You Parkinson's) joins the show to discuss Parkinson's awareness in Canada.  RUOK with Peaky Blinders? We also discuss the recent restrictions in Ontario. What is a hockey game worth to you? What is it worth to the NHL? Jeff Patterson (Host, VANcast Podcast - The Athletic) joins us with the latest on how the pandemic is affecting the NHL. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
4/17/202142 minutes, 19 seconds
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Eric Alper on the Juno's, and terrifying croissant's

Steve Stebbing lets us know what movies are necessary for this weekend. He highlights Boss Level and a BUNCH of horror movies.   Eric Alper highlights the Juno awards and what the future of touring concerts might look like in Canada.  RUOK with mothers day? how about a vibrator necklace worth a lot of money? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
4/16/202142 minutes, 49 seconds
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The Voice of the Mortal Kombat Song Kyle Wyatt, and Canadian Parliament in the buff

Blaine Kyllo joins the show! We chat about his favourite video games, a  lightsabre that actually works, a new engineering hub in Toronto, and more! RUOK with Parliament in the nude? And now for something different! Kyle Wyatt, the voice of the Mortal Kombat song joins the show to share the story of how that one line jumpstarted his career. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
4/15/202159 minutes, 9 seconds
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The NEW Classic Rock & From Manitoba to Tanzania

Alan Cross says the new classic rock is changing whether you like it or not. He says the times have moved on, and the music Gen X grew up with is the new classic rock.   Daryl and Shirley Peters (Dashir Lodge) join the show to chat about why they sold everything they owned in Manitoba to move to Tanzania to build medical centers.   Plus, New Zealand's Chris Gilbert joins us LIVE from Tokyo for the International Dispatch: The mother of a groom at a wedding in China discovers the bride is her long-lost daughter, and a 7-10 split for the ages! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
4/14/202153 minutes, 8 seconds
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Poet Tyler Knott Gregson & The Nuge on "COVIDs 1 Through 18"

Modern poet Tyler Knott Gregson joins the show to chat about the creativity and passion behind his world. He also breaks down stigmas surrounding people on the autism spectrum.  In Case You Missed It: Ryan highlights a very strange art project on Twitch, a TikTok that perfectly describes relationships between provinces and a stark reminder of how Covid19 can impact young people. Tech Expert Andy Baryer has some advice for anyone looking to learn how to BBQ this summer, and setting up your own backyard entertainment system. Plus, RUOK with Ted Nugent having an issue with COVIDs 1 through 18? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
4/13/20211 hour, 3 minutes, 34 seconds
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Stephen Rossiter on Prince Phillip and UK vaccinations, also spleens in motion.

Check in with Ryan Wrecker and a discussion on what 400,000 dollars will get you for a house in different parts of Canada and the US.  Stephen Rossier with Highland Titles joins us to give us a British perspective on the passing of Prince Philip. He also chats about how the UK will hit herd immunity against Covid19 today. RUOK with moving? how about your spleen moving?
4/12/202146 minutes, 13 seconds
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Mrs. Canada & Keeping Race Out of COVID Variants

Mrs. Canada needs your help!  Dr. Patricia Celan joins Jawn Jang on The Shift for a chat about being in the running for the People's Choice Award in the Mrs. International Pageant. Former Shift Technical Producer "Uncle" Leo Coelho brings up his concern over the P1 COVID-19 variant bringing a negative association to the people of Brazil. The Shiftheads weighed in with their thoughts on keeping race association out of COVID-19. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
4/10/202139 minutes, 44 seconds
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Tik Tok censorship talk influencer Danae Mercer and social media expert Jesse Miller, and how long is too long with fingernails?

Steve Stebbing joins us with info on new releases Nomadland, Voyagers and Netflix series Them.  RUOK with long fingernails? Absurdly long fingernails...  We talk social media, and specifically looking at Tik Tok and what their algorithm is choosing to censor and why? We are joined by social media influencer Denae Mercer as well as social media expert Jesse Miller.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
4/9/20211 hour, 12 minutes, 26 seconds
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Unicycle Hockey with Tynan Rollo, and Marijuana themed novelty license plates

Blaine Kylo joins us to talk about LG leaving the phone business and the new MLB 2021 being available on Xbox for the first time ever. Ever hear about Unicycle Hockey? It's a thing. We talk about it with Tynan Rollo.  RUOK with Marijuana themed license plates? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
4/8/202142 minutes, 55 seconds
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The Boulet Family and Green Shirt Day & AI Lets Us Down Again

The Boulet family joins The Shift to chat about how Logan Boulet’s death changed five lives, thanks to his organ donation following the Humboldt Broncos crash three years ago. They also raise the importance of Green Shirt Day. Greg Fish (World of Weird Things) chats about what the pandemic looks like in California right now. He chats about how some pundits are urging us to give AI the power to govern. He thinks that is a REALLY bad idea. And, In Case You Missed It...Producer Ryan "You're a towel!" O'Donnell raves about some upcoming South Park-themed sneakers, a  deep look into pollution during the pandemic, and some encouraging Star Wars news.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
4/7/202153 minutes, 41 seconds
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A Conversation with Shane Koyczan & Lord of the Rings in Russian

Our look at Canada’s best modern poets continues with Shane Koyczan He explores his battles with mental health, performing during the pandemic, and heartbreak.  Tech Expert Andy Baryer chats about insane lumber prices and how difficult it can be to do anything DIY these days. He also chats about his amazing robotic lawn mower. Plus, RUOK with a Russian made-for-TV Lord Of The Rings movie? Or Helen Mirren fighting off a bear?  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
4/6/202159 minutes, 20 seconds
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Nutritionist Alyssa Bauman, also Bubbles and Botox!

Steve Stebbing highlights Godzilla V King Kong as the biggest movie of the year, literally. We also chat about The French Exit, Shiva Baby, and more!  We speak with Alyssa Bauman, who is a nutrition expert. She helps us understand how to treat our mind, body, and soul.  RUOK we ask are you okay with Zoo's and getting liquored up for some Botox? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca    
4/2/202145 minutes, 9 seconds
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Master of pranking Joey Skaggs, and deciphering and odd US military tweet

Technological World With Blaine Kylo. Blaine highlights a super-clean Air purifier from Dyson, The Last of Us Tv show being filmed in Calgary, and more!   RUOK - We talk about a strange tweet from the US Military twitter account and comic book conventions.  We bring on the master of pranking Joey Skaggs to celebrate April Fools day. He explains the art behind pranks and why they should be more than just dumb jokes. 
4/1/20211 hour, 56 seconds
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Trying To Run Grandma Over, Fighting Ants & Banning Aussie Mullets

RUOK...with swans knocking on your door for three hours, the Schitt’s Creek Motel for sale, or a woman admitting to trying to run a grandma over?  And Now For Something Completely Different: Remember when you were a kid, and you messed with ants? Turns out, they might tear you apart because they can wage war! Biologist Mark Moffet explains how and why.  And...live from Tokyo...Chris Gilbert's International Dispatch:  Sketchy accents! Big boats stuck in rivers! Australia banning mullets! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
3/31/202159 minutes, 47 seconds
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Canada & Covid, One Year Later

While we may feel like we’ve weathered this pandemic…many of our experiences are shared.  Shane Hewitt, host of Canada's most popular night time talk show, welcomes talk show hosts from across the Corus Radio Network.  Together with personal stories, and listener stories, they open up about their experiences and what they, have overcome and learned over the last year. Canadian's have balanced the incredible juggling act of working full-time, and homeschooling children. Our views of our political figures have changed. The emotional toll of having a loved one in long-term care. This story is long from over.  Here is where we are today, with Canada and Covid - One Year Later Hosts who participated: Host: Shane Hewitt, The Shift - Corus Radio National Network640 Toronto’s Alan Carter980 CKNW’s Lynda Steel770 CHQR’s Rob Breakenridge980 CKNW’s Jumy Dapo-Ogunsola680 CJOB’s Lauren McNabb980 CKNW’s Jawn Jang630 CHED’s Shaye Ganam
3/31/202138 minutes, 24 seconds
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What's Wrong With The Flames? & Alien: The Musical

Our sports expert Cami Kepke (Sports Reporter, Global Calgary) joins the show to give us a breakdown of the NHL’s North division. We also chat about some incredible curling stories from the last few weeks.  In Case You Missed It...Ryan celebrates the Ever Given finally being freed in the Suez canal and the ancient Egyptian curse that might be behind it. He also chats about a thief stealing Pokémon cards like Tom Cruise in Mission Impossible, NASA’s Ingenuity helicopter, and more sax solos from TikTok. Aviation Expert Keith Mackey helps us understand how a bird strike lead to the crash that killed one person in the Snowbirds Air Squadron. He explains what happens when a bird collides with a plane and how pilots try to prevent these issues. Plus, RUOK with Donald Trump making a toast at your wedding? ...or a musical based on the movie Alien? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
3/30/20211 hour, 7 minutes, 57 seconds
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Talking Suez Blockage with Ryan Wrecker, and Worlds Sexiest Bald Man is up for Debate

Ryan Wrecker connects with us to chat about the 2 Michaels detained in china and Americans’ perspective on the issue.  We also chat about the Suez Canal, NFT’s, and more.  Is Bald best? We ask shiftheads and learn more about Brendan’s hairstyle...or lack there off. RUOK, we talk going off roading in a cemetary and vikings.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
3/29/202141 minutes, 44 seconds
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Will the situation at Suez Canal impact gas prices in Canada? & Meet Toby Kerr

Get to know Toby Kerr, the newest member of the Global News family, his colorful personality and what he brings to the table for our Shiftheads. RUOK with social media karaoke? Not knowing enough about Brazil? Live theatre? Dr. Werner Antweiler, a professor of Economics at UBC, joins the show to discuss the blockage of the Suez Canal and its huge tanker ship impacting a vital trade route. Will this be catastrophic to the global economy? He explains. Another edition of Learning Portuguese with technical producer Leonardo Coelho, this time taking live requests from listeners. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
3/27/202150 minutes, 32 seconds
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Canadian Poet Joey Kidney, PLUS Blocking your MP on Twitter and Camping in Ikea

Ruok with MP’s complaining about getting blocked on Twitter, Peeps flavoured Pepsi, or Beavers on Toronto transit? Joey Kidney joins the show to expand our conversation on the importance of poetry. Joey explains his work, passion, and poetry.  Chris Gilbert is back to highlight wild stories from around the globe. He breaks down like in Japan after the Cherry Blossom season and earthquakes. He tells us about kids hiding in Ikea in Australia.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
3/26/20211 hour, 5 minutes, 21 seconds
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$neaker Culture & The Phallic Freighter

RUOK with 7-Eleven selling tacos at drive-thrus? ...or a Vancouver public washroom costing over 600 thousand dollars? What about swarms of spiders in Australia or a Florida mom bringing boxing gloves to a fight with a student?  Sean Go, a sneaker YouTuber joins the show to help explain why thousands of Canadians are spending insane amounts of money on sneakers. We dig into sneaker culture, the passion behind shoes, and more. Incase You Missed It with Ryan "That'll Do" O'Donnell ... The tale of the Suez Canal and the Phallic Freighter.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
3/25/202154 minutes, 35 seconds
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Why We Worry, Hal Johnson on Frailty & A Shrimp Tale

The Shiftheads share their good news...no matter how big or small on Good News Tuesday. Author Michael Losier breaks down why we worry and how it relates back to the Law of Attraction. Hal Johnson (Body Break) joins the show to highlight how seniors can deal with frailty.  He explains how we need to take care of ourselves now to prepare our bodies for the future.   And, RUOK with finding Shrimp tails in your cereal? ...or paying $6000 for a cup of coffee? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
3/24/20211 hour, 2 minutes, 8 seconds
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The Last Blockbuster & Dad vs. Elephant

Sandi Harding, the manager of the world’s only remaining Blockbuster Video joins the show to tell us why the store is still around and why people keep coming back to the retro store.  Tech Expert Andy Baryer highlights a potential Instagram app for kids and mind-reading tech from Facebook. (He also tells a very embarrassing Las Vegas story and how he met OJ Simpson at a dive bar.)   And, In Case you Missed It...Producer Ryan O'Donnell with a tale of an elephant, and a true "Dad of the Year".  Also...the "death" of Super Mario. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
3/23/202156 minutes, 33 seconds
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The Great Pineapple Debate & Aussie Poke-Birds

Guest Host: Eric Chapman Ryan Wrecker (Overnight America - KMOX, St. Louis) joins us to chat about vaccine distribution in the States and using dating apps during the pandemic.  After an offhand debate that Shane and Matt started, we continue the great pineapple debate. Is it good? Is it Bad? The Shiftheads decide.  RUOK with an anti-masker suing a Go Fund Me Page?  A district attorney working for Door Dash, or punching a wax statue of Donald Trump? Plus, In Case You Missed It...producer Ryan "bleep bloop" O'Donnell with wacked-up basketball, the hard side of K-pop, and...Australian Pokémon beetle birds...?! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
3/22/20211 hour, 5 minutes, 34 seconds
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Reactions to the Atlanta spa shootings & New Mars audio

Jawn Jang shares how his experience was like this week as an Asian-Canadian following the spa shootings in Atlanta, where eight people were killed, six of whom were women of Asian descent. Get to know Marta Bosse, a regular shifthead listening regularly from Juiz de Fora, Brazil. Why does she listen to the show? What does she know about Canada? Andrew Ferreira, host of Weird Science, discusses the new Mars recordings shared by NASA. Another edition of Learning Portuguese with technical producer Leonardo Coelho. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
3/20/202159 minutes, 9 seconds
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The Bushy McBushface Speedway & Spongebob Does Star Wars

RUOK with naming yourself "Salmon"?  How about naming a speedway "Bushy McBushface"? Canadian business mogul Arlene Dickinson joins the show to tell us why it is so important for Canadian media to keep its own identity.  And, In Case You Missed It...Producer Ryan "That'll Do" O'Donnell with strange rules at Disney World, Spongebob Squarepants meets Star Wars and more.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
3/19/202143 minutes, 59 seconds
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The Musical and Lyrical Poetry of Forest Blakk & A 17-Year Old McMeal

Shane dives into Canadian singer-songwriter Forest Blakk’s new music, poetry, and his unbelievable life story.   Ryan admits to not knowing enough about Irish music (Thin Lizzy? House Of Pain?!).  Shane and Matt grill him before going into RUOK. And, RUOK with a McDonalds’ meal saved for 17 years? Or an actual message in a bottle? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
3/18/202159 minutes, 4 seconds
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Rigging The (Prom Queen) Election, Bacon Shoes & Drinking in Japan

RUOK with rigging a prom queen election, forgetting what car your child is in, or beef between states? Greg Fish (World of Weird Things) highlights a study that finds the best way to deal with fake news is empathy. In Case You Missed It...Ryan "SNEAKERS" O"Donnell celebrates the life of Yaphet Kotto, a very useful Tik Tok life hack, and the return of Bacon-themed shoes.  AND, our world citizen Chris Gilbert joins us from Tokyo for his International Dispatch.  On This Dispatch: Celebrating Saint Patrick’s day in Japan, a tangent on dentistry, a Trump impersonator scamming people in Japan, and Oklahoma’s bounty for Big Foot.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
3/17/20211 hour, 7 minutes, 36 seconds
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The Rogers/Shaw Deal & On The Road Again...RV Style

Rogers Communications Inc. has signed a deal to buy Shaw Communications Inc. in a deal valued at $26 billion.  Global News reporter Anne Gaviola joins the show to discuss the merger. Automotive Journalist Lacey Lee-Elliot tells us about the road trip she went on after recovering from a brain tumor. She highlights RV living and how important the journey was for her. And, RUOK with using Deep Fakes to get your daughter’s rivals kicked off the cheerleading squad? What about an old lady refusing to wear a mask, hot dogs solving crimes, or COVID-sniffing dogs? There's a lot goin' on here... HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
3/16/202159 minutes, 14 seconds
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Swearing In The USA, Space Hurricanes & A Confused Walrus

Shane asks Ryan Wrecker (Overnight America, KMOX St. Louis) to compare the on-air language in our country to theirs. They chat about Canadian programming, the Grammys, and more.  RUOK with Netflix making a documentary about Blockbuster? What about your son getting spray tan on him after breastfeeding? In Andrew Ferreira's Weird Science - Andrew tells us about a crazy hurricane in space. And, In Case You Missed It...producer Ryan "O'Hi Mark" Donnell with internet drama in song form, and a giant walrus surfaces in an unlikely place. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
3/15/20211 hour, 19 seconds
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What is the soundtrack of your life? & Why does the NHL signing with ESPN matter?

Dr. Peter Gouzouasis, a professor of music education at UBC, discusses which role music plays in the mental development of students. An NHL super fan in... Brazil? Hear the story of Danilo Santiago, a New York Islanders and hockey fan, who started growing of community of NHL fans in a country where hockey is far from being popular. On this week's "Big Jang Theory," Jawn explains why the new NHL deal with ESPN matters to the growth of hockey in North America and overseas. RUOK with the colour blue? Ryan Reynolds? Another edition of Learning Portuguese with technical producer Leonardo Coelho. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
3/13/20211 hour, 2 minutes, 36 seconds
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Trick Photography in Social Media & What Are You Proud Of, One Year Later?

Health journalist Danae Mercer talks about posing, angles, lighting, and all the tricks that go into social media photography. She explains why she exposes those tricks and why she is unafraid to show her true self online. RUOK with asking for a steak while on bail, being denied a bike because you are overweight? What about attaching a stolen playground slide to your bunk bed? We asked the Shiftheads what they are proud of...one year on from the beginning of the pandemic. Plus, In Case You Missed It...Producer Ryan (censored) O'Donnell with South Park's vaccination special, & terrible Zoom interviews. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
3/12/202159 minutes, 55 seconds
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What The Hell Should I Watch? - Mar 11, 2021

Steve Stebbing joins us every week to fill us in on what's coming to theaters, Blu-Ray and Netflix.  The list includes Cherry, Death of a Ladies Man, Biggie: I Got A Story To Tell...and more! Find Steve at stevestebbing.ca and on twitter @theStevilDead
3/12/202115 minutes, 11 seconds
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Barbados & The Commonwealth & Chipotle Makeup

Guy Hewitt, a former ambassador from Barbados, explains why he supports his country leaving the commonwealth. He brings his personal experiences with the royal family and more.  We ask the Shiftheads what seems to be more expensive nowadays. Fuel, homes, cars...and Popeye cigarettes?   And, RUOK with guac-coloured makeup? or calling 911 because you're locked out of your Xbox? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
3/11/202149 minutes, 38 seconds
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The Headless Slugs & Pranking Your Spouse

Greg Fish (World of Weird Things) fills us in on how people are making fake porn by using Deep Fakes. RUOK with breaking out of jail to buy Call of Duty? What about self-decapitating slugs? "Hank the Hacker" joins us to tell us about how Microsoft was hacked and why everyone should be paying attention to it.  Plus, In Case You Missed It...producer Ryan "That'll Do" O'Donnell with pranking your significant other, & the end of Kim's Convenience.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
3/10/20211 hour, 7 minutes, 5 seconds
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Women in the Welding Trade & Misogynistic Whoppers

Journeyman welder Rachel Bohnet tells us about her appearance on a restorations TV show (Rust Valley Restorers) and her experience as a woman working in trades.   RUOK with a misogynist preacher, a secret room in your bathroom, or everyone failing at school? Tech guy "Handy" Andy Baryer joins us to update us on his internet outage, and his "creative" solution. He also explains what an NFT is and how companies are taking advantage of it.  Plus, In Case You Missed It...producer Ryannnnn O' Donnell with a misogynistic whopper, and a ridiculous Pringle.
3/9/20211 hour, 6 minutes, 33 seconds
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Das Ist COVID-Dummkopf & "Gator Briefs" Might Be a Croc...

We highlight how Germans have adapted covid into their language. We chat about English terms and give examples of German “Covidisms.”...It soon degenerates into silliness. RUOK with underwear made from Crocs? ...or Nic Cage proposing to his girlfriend on Facetime? Shane and Ryan battle it out in our "British Edition" of the Cheeky Bleep-Off! Plus, In Case You Missed It...producer Ryan "Bleep Bloop" O'Donnell with Covid rule confusion, hot sax solos & pirate ships. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
3/8/202152 minutes, 35 seconds
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What's Kraken in Seattle? & Should we care about award shows?

Legendary Seattle sports media personality Mike "The Gasman" Gastineau shares how Seattle is preparing to receive its NHL franchise in a matter of months. RUOK with royalty drama? New music? Filing your taxes? Do you still watch awards shows? Jawn Jang and technical producer Leonardo Coelho offer their thoughts in this discussion. Another edition of Learning Portuguese with Uncle Leo. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
3/6/20211 hour, 8 minutes, 15 seconds
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Walter Gretzky, Space Hotels & Where Will You Go?

Cami Kepke (Sports Reporter, Global Calgary) joins us live to talk about the late Walter Gretzky’s legacy. In Andrew Ferreira's Weird Science, Andrew fills us in on a potential hotel in space, plus a big rocket blowing up!  And, Dr. Jason Kindarchuk (Assistant Professor, University of Manitoba) gives us an idea of what life after Covid will be like. He breaks down herd immunity and travel.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
3/5/202151 minutes, 8 seconds
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What The Hell Should I Watch? - Mar 4, 2021

Steve Stebbing joins us every week to fill us in on what's coming to theaters, Blu-Ray and Netflix.  The list includes Coming 2 America, Raya and the Last Dragon, Land...and more! Find Steve at stevestebbing.ca and on twitter @theStevilDead
3/5/202115 minutes, 49 seconds
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Friends Forever & Shoes Made Out Of 'Schrooms

We highlight a story of 2 friends who escaped Nazi persecution and reunited after over 80 years later. RUOK with "mushroom shoes" and "dog hair sweaters"? Or a "fruit-loops pizza"?  Carmen Celestini (Professor, University of Waterloo) helps us understand why some Canadians believe in conspiracy theories. AND, In Case You Missed It...producer Ryan "Britney" O'Donnell with RuPaul's Drag Race news, The Simpsons' 700th episode, and a very METAL anniversary. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
3/4/20211 hour, 5 minutes, 1 second
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Technological World - Mar 3, 2021

Every week we chat with Blaine Kyllo about the latest in technology. Here are some of the topics covered this week: All about Clubhouse, where all the cool kids are hanging out these days Galaxy Week brings sale prices to Samsung products Playstation's Play At Home returns with free games through the spring Blockbuster games coming to Nintendo Switch this spring and summer Find Blaine on twitter @solocorps and at solocorps.com
3/4/202115 minutes, 10 seconds
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We're Only Martians After All & What Animals Sound Like in Japan

Sylvain Charlebois (Food Policy Researcher and columnist) breaks down why Canada's butter might be harder than normal and what palm oil has to do with it.  RUOK with being married to yourself? or Dr. Suess?  Greg Fish (World Of Weird Things) joins us to chat about a theory that human life could have started on Mars. And, Chris Gilbert joins us with his International Dispatch to highlight wacky stories from all over the globe. Cop-tricking frogs in Japan and the sound animals make in Japanese.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
3/3/20211 hour, 8 minutes, 56 seconds
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Multitasking In The O.R. & Spotify Hi-Fi

Iliajah Pidskalny returns to the shift! We checked in with Iliajah during his journey across Canada to raise awareness of the opioid crisis. We wanted to see how the fundraiser has impacted him since its completion in early February.  After a brief chat about slurpees, RUOK with parking lots? Or doing surgery while in a Zoom meeting? Alan Cross joins us to explain the differences between different streaming qualities.  He lets us know if it’s worth it to upgrade our streaming plans and if we can notice the higher quality sound.  Plus, In Case You Missed It...Producer Ryan "That'll Do" O'Donnell with creepy Wayne Gretzky, a sequel to District 9, and Snoop Dog rage-quits a video game. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
3/2/20211 hour, 3 minutes, 27 seconds
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Shoving Fries In Your Mouth...One At A Time & Owning A Truck In 2021

Ryan Wrecker (Overnight America. KMOX St. Louis) joins us to let us know what is going on south of the border. We chat about some of our favorite cars and how to properly eat french fries. Automotive expert Lacey Lee joins us to chat about what it's like to own and drive a truck in 2021. Plus, RUOK with wearing a mask in your ID photo? ...or being busted because of Cheeto dust?  We also try to get through a story about hurricanes being named after Frozen characters. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
3/1/202154 minutes, 4 seconds
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What is your favourite "retro" thing? Would you pay to use Twitter & What's happening in the South China Sea?

Feb. 27 is National Retro Day. What is your favourite “retro” thing? Andy Baryer from HandyAndyMedia.com talks about the announcement of Twitter Super Follows. Professor Paul Evans from the UBC School of Public Policy and Global Affairs discusses if what's happening in the South China Sea act as a precedent for what could eventually happen in the Arctic. Another edition of Learning Portuguese with technical producer Leonardo Coelho. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
2/27/20211 hour, 2 minutes, 38 seconds
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Why are artists boycotting the Grammys? & Understanding how to be allies to the BIPOC community

Pop culture journalist Natalie Harmsen breaks down why are artists are disregarding the Grammys and the obstacles they are facing. RUOK with Mr. Potato Head? Taken? Menage a tree? Texting your ex? Brian Lanier -- Executive coach and corporate trainer -- helps us understand how to be allies to the BIPOC community and those in our relationships. And, In Case You Missed It...Producer Ryan "Beep Boop" O'Donnell with his favourite shows getting a revival, a never-before-seen Van Gogh painting and Lady Gaga's dog getting dog-napped. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
2/26/20211 hour, 17 minutes, 8 seconds
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Affirmation: How To Change Your Life & Dumb Tattoos and Mighty Ducks

RUOK with shaming a bad lynx? or roller-skating beat cops? Author Michael Losier (Law of Attraction) helps us understand what affirmation is, and how it can change our lives. For The Shift's Throwback Thursday, we celebrate some of Tiger Woods’s career highlight moments and the years they happened in. And, In Case You Missed It...Producer Ryan "Beep Boop" O'Donnell with dumb tattoos, and the return of the Mighty Ducks... HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
2/25/20211 hour, 7 minutes, 54 seconds
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Technological World - Feb 24, 2021

Every week we chat with Blaine Kyllo about the latest in technology. Here are some of the topics covered this week: Listen to radio stations from around the world with Radio Garden's globe interface Why it's maybe not a so good that Facebook has agreed to pay for news links in Australia Roku snaps up rights to Quibi videos Canadian music wins Dreams competition (quick announcement about this is all we need) All the Diablo gaming you could possibly want or need revealed Find Blaine on twitter @solocorps and at solocorps.com
2/25/202116 minutes, 4 seconds
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Bear Bites Bottom, Seagull Eats Tongue & Mom's Side Hustle

RUOK with a bear biting your bottom? ...or a seagull eating your tongue? Travel blogger Natalie Preddie joins the show to chat about her experiences as a bi-racial woman. She also highlights the challenges her family faces every day.  Chris Gilbert joins in to update us on life in Tokyo with his International Dispatch. and wild stories from across the world. On this dispatch:  Kids at a catholic school get expelled because of their mom’s...online side hustle. Also, strange complaints about Joe Biden’s dog. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
2/24/202153 minutes, 40 seconds
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I Can't Believe It's Butter...on The Shift & Sexy Saxophones

Our friend across the pond, Steven Rossiter (Highland Titles) checks in to tell us more about the UK’s vaccine rollout. RUOK with a boy in a garbage truck? or with your butter being harder than usual? Tech Expert Andy Baryer chats about the ongoing feud between Facebook and Australia.   And, In Case You Missed It...producer Ryan O'Donnell has sexy saxophones and South Park's 'vaccination special". HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
2/23/20211 hour, 4 minutes, 16 seconds
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Family Man: A New Resource for Single Fathers & No News on Facebook

Guest host Jawn Jang chats to Todd Minerson (Canada Country Director for Movember.com) who tells us about a new initiative called Family Man, a free parenting resource designed specifically for single fathers. RUOK with BBQ in the winter? ...or NO news on Facebook? And, In Case You Missed It...guest producer Jason "Sparklepants Birthday Boy" Manaois comes at you with the 2021 Australian Open, SNL, and "offensive" Disney. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
2/22/202154 minutes, 45 seconds
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Why do video games that become movies fail? Plus, NHL outdoor games & Federal assault rifle buyback program

The Shift's film critic Steve Stebbing explains why video games that are adapted into movies most likely fail. The Big Jang Theory gives details on why the NHL outdoor games have been completely overdone. A conversation regarding the Federal assault rifle buyback program.   RUOK with COVID-19 jokes? Teaching kids how to fight in hockey? Another edition of Learning Portuguese with technical producer Leonardo Coelho. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
2/20/20211 hour, 9 minutes, 58 seconds
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Massive Lego Homes, Disco Foo Fighters & Dolly Parton Says "No"

Ryan is excited to bring on Sharif Alshurafa, who is a Lego architect from Regina. He tells us how he makes massive homes out of Lego. They dig into the creativity, physics, and complexity of Lego. RUOK with Foo Fighters going disco? Or a going away (to prision) party? We talk to Pierre-Olivier Pineau (Professor department of decision sciences...HEC Montreal) about how renewable energy works during times of crisis. We get a better idea of what is happening to Texas' power grid and how Canada might be impacted by similar weather events in the future.   And, In Case You Missed It...producer Ryan O'Donnell comes at 'cha with Mortal Kombat, and Dolly Parton says "No" to a statue. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
2/19/20211 hour, 4 minutes, 41 seconds
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What The Hell Should I Watch? - Feb 18, 2021

Steve Stebbing joins us every week to fill us in on what's coming to theaters, Blu-Ray and Netflix.  The list includes Synchronic, Supernova, Some Kind Of Heaven...and more! Find Steve at stevestebbing.ca and on twitter @theStevilDead
2/19/202116 minutes, 8 seconds
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Thank Heaven For Beer At 7-11 & TBT '85

RUOK with "strange pulsing orbs"...or drinking at 7-11? We learn more about The World's Longest Hockey Game from one of Shane's old friends who played in it! Troy Shaab chats about the experience and the impact it has had on the community. We take The Shift Throwback Thursday to 1985...Guess the Nintendo game themes, and see which member of The Breakfast Club Matt has a crush on. Plus, In Case You Missed It...Producer Ryan "Typo" Donnell has Boris Johnson's comedy routine, crazy Nintendo news, and a candle that smells like sneakers. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
2/18/20211 hour, 3 minutes, 32 seconds
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Technological World - Feb 17, 2021

Every week we chat with Blaine Kyllo about the latest in technology. Here are some of the topics covered this week: Samsung's Galaxy Buds Pro are among the best wireless earbuds you can get Short film festival dropping into Fortnite this weekend Amazon investing in primary school computer science programs to benefit underrepresented communities Super Mario 3D World and Bowser's Fury provide fine family fun on Nintendo's Switch Find Blaine on twitter @solocorps and at solocorps.com
2/18/202116 minutes, 13 seconds
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Double Cousins, Plowing Prowess & The Decline Of Boomers

For our Good News Tuesday, we took calls from the Shiftheads, who didn't disappoint with jokes, broken plumbing and "double cousins". RUOK with with snow plows (or ploughs)?, or crashing into restaurants?  Greg Fish (World of Weird Things) brings up some alarming research into the cognitive decline of Boomers.   And, Andrew Ferreira goes to Mars with his Weird Science! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
2/17/20211 hour, 4 minutes, 57 seconds
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Jesse Lipscombe on Our Family History & Ancient Egyptian Ale

Jesse Lipscombe (actor, activist) helps us understand how our family history  is important to understand, and how it relates to black history month. Shane teases producer Ryan for getting gifts to his significant other LATE.  The Shiftheads weigh in on whether it's better to get a good gift, or a gift on time? And, RUOK with playing dress up...as a cop? Or pigs with joysticks? We also argue about beer. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
2/16/20211 hour, 2 minutes, 44 seconds
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The Shift Valentines Day Love-Fest...with Car Crashes and Grave Digger.

Ryan Wrecker KMOX chat about Valentines Day activities when you've been married, and sending cold weather up to Canada from St. Louis, MO. RUOK with naming a cockroach after your ex? or online dating costing you $$$? Shane, Matt and Ryan discuss schmoopy romantic movies. And, In Case You Missed It...Producer Ryan O'Donnell gives you a chocolate box filled with Valentine's puns, a ridiculous Daytona 500 crash, and Tom Brady throws a trophy to a boat. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
2/15/202159 minutes, 27 seconds
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Dating during COVID-19 & Should national anthems be played at sporting events?

Nicole Haley, a relationship, dating and love expert at NicoleTalksLove.com helps us understand the challenges of dating during a global pandemic. The Big Jang Theory shines a light on whether or not national anthems should be played at sporting events.   RUOK with virtual concerts? Kevin James? Taylor Swift? Another edition of Learning Portuguese with tech producer Leonardo Coelho. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
2/13/20211 hour, 3 minutes, 19 seconds
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UK band Blondes and TikTok Success & Randy Quansah (Kujo's Kids Zone)

Imagine going from zero to hero overnight thanks to tik tok. It happened to UK band Blondes. They share the story with us. Randy Quansah, host of Kujos Kids Zone helps us understand how parents can chat about race with their kids.    Plus, RUOK with more Gorilla Glue in your hair? ...or getting tackled by an angry mom? Also, an argument about coconut. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
2/12/202149 minutes, 21 seconds
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R&R Hall Of Fame & A Guitar Made Of Bones

We break down the Rock and Roll hall of fame nominees, highlighting some of the bands and picking our favorites. David Borun (Stock Strategist) gives us an idea of how big companies can normalize Cryptocurrency. RUOK with gender reveal baby cannons? or a guitar made of your relative's bones? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
2/11/202150 minutes, 6 seconds
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"His Floofiness" Cat-Napped in NZ & Why...So Serious?!

Greg Fish (World of Weird Things) joins us to let us know about some truly weird stuff. Someone tried to hack and poison a Florida city water treatment plant, and a look into what makes us conscious.  Former producer Chris Gilbert dials in live from Japan for his International Dispatch...Sexist Olympic debacles & New Zealand's celebrity "Mittens" the Cat has been cat-napped. And, In Case You Missed It...Producer Ryan "High Tops" O'Donnell comes at you with sleepwalking in the nude, and Tommy "The Room" Wiseau trying out for The Joker.  Why...so serious?! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
2/10/20211 hour, 2 minutes, 56 seconds
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What are some ways we can uncover our own biases? & Gift ideas for Valentine's Day

To start our coverage of Black History month, Shane brings in his friend Brian Lanier. He breaks down what bias is and how we can be aware of it. RUOK with swallowing AirPods? A naked Weatherman? Smuggling cacti? Tech expert Andy Baryer lets producer Ryan O'Donnell know what he needs to get Laura for Valentine’s day and shares more gift ideas. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
2/9/20211 hour, 5 minutes, 55 seconds
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Why is the Super Bowl the largest television sporting event in North America? & A new mission sending a spacecraft to Mars

Jawn Jang and Overnight America host Ryan Wrecker discuss Super Bowl LV and what’s going on in the United States. Another edition of Weird Science with Andrew Ferreira, this time detailing more about an upcoming mission to Mars from the United Arab Emirates. Is Matt Damon involved? Tech producer and musical expert Matt McArthur joins the show on his off day to discuss the art and history of breaking and smashing guitars on stage. The Big Jang Theory on the 2021 and 2022 Olympics RUOK with Super Bowl halftime shows? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
2/8/20211 hour, 6 minutes, 23 seconds
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The World's Longest Game & Remembering Christopher Plummer

Mo Amir -- a contributor at 980 CKNW and host of the "This is VANCOLOUR" podcast -- joins Jawn to talk about the consequences of promises made by the Justin Trudeau as well as angry snowbirds who have to fork over $2000 per person upon their return to Canada for their government-mandated quarantine. A conversation witih Brent Saik -- organizer and host of The World's Longest Game -- about an attempt to play the longest game of hockey in order to raise awareness and money for cancer research. Remembering the life and legacy of Christopher Plummer with Morgan Hoffman of ET Canada. Another edition of Learning Portuguese with tech producer Leonardo Coelho and which sport would be the most fun to have in space? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
2/6/202150 minutes, 18 seconds
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Superb Owl Sporting Event Spectacular & Courtside Karens

Global News sports reporter Cami Kepke gives us some perspective on the Super Bowl. RRRUOK with mailing a letter to explain that you're not responding to a letter? Or a debut album recorded in your mom's belly? Matt drops his Rock-U-Ebuary Riff-tacular and Shane and Ryan duel in the Cheeky Bleep-Off: Superb Owl Edition AND, In Case You Missed It...Producer Ryan "Bleep" O'Donnell comes at ya with "Courtside Karen" vs. LeBron James, and some delicious scotch.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
2/5/20211 hour, 2 minutes, 11 seconds
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What The Hell Should I Watch? - Feb 4, 2021

Steve Stebbing joins us every week to fill us in on what's coming to theaters, Blu-Ray and Netflix.  The list includes Falling, Malcom & Marie, Firefly Lane...and more! Find Steve at stevestebbing.ca and on twitter @theStevilDead
2/5/202116 minutes, 18 seconds
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A Six-Hour Car Chase, TBT '08 & "Re-Branding Your Face"

RUOK with a six-hour car chase through L.A.? or a ridiculously fast roller coaster? ET Canada's Graeme O'Neil joins us to break down the Golden Globe nominations. We use that to jump back to 2008, highlighting the Golden Globes from that year, and the comedy genius of Tina Fey and Amy Poehler. Plus, In Case You Missed It...producer Ryan O'Donnell on "re-branding your face", Justice League: The Snyder Cut, and Wayne and Garth return...to sell stuff. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
2/4/202152 minutes, 24 seconds
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Technological World - Feb 3, 2021

Every week we chat with Blaine Kyllo about the latest in technology. Here are some of the topics covered this week: Two new Nokia smartphones released in Canada Imagine Van Gogh exhibition arrives in Vancouver  Google shutters Stadia game development studios Mass Effect Legendary Edition releases on May 14 Horror adventure game The Medium introduces intriguing split screen world Find Blaine on twitter @solocorps and at solocorps.com
2/4/202114 minutes, 28 seconds
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Garth Mullins - Part Two & The Kraft Dinner Culinary Odyssey

Our look into the Opioid Crisis continues. Part 2 of Shane’s interview with Garth Mullins (Activist, Crackdown Podcast) highlights the people who are dying from the crisis.  Our world citizen and former producer Chris Gilbert joins us for his International Dispatch...live from Japan! He highlights the South African Revenue Service site that used Adobe Flash...and the chaos that followed. And, A culinary odyssey of recipes come in from the Shiftheads...all of them involve Kraft Dinner.   HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
2/3/20211 hour, 10 minutes, 55 seconds
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Garth Mullins - Part One & Ridiculous Space Lasers

To get an understanding of what the opioid crisis looks like on Canada’s streets, we bring on Garth Mullins. He is an advocate, former heroin user, and producer of the Crackdown Podcast.  It’s part one of a powerful conversation that paints a grim picture of the crisis. Greg Fish (World Of Weird Things) joins us to fill us in on a conspiracy theory involving space lasers built by Jewish people.  RUOK with a film fest in a Swedish lighthouse? Or eating Carolina Reaper peppers really fast? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
2/2/202155 minutes, 26 seconds
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Fake Tuna...Or Is It? & Whipped Cream and Other Delights

RUOK with a new production of Fraggle Rock? or fake tuna?  Our friend Iliajah Pidskalny has completed his biking journey across western Canada to raise awareness for the opioid crisis. Shane does one last check-in with him to see what it felt like and what his plan is now. Lacey-Lee Elliot (Auto journalist) is back to chat about life, road-trips and cars! And, In Case You Missed It...Producer Ryan "O'Ceros" O'Donnell wonders why an elderly couple go through a full can of whipped cream every week, and the 36th anniversary of a hit from his most fave band EVER. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
2/1/20211 hour, 1 minute, 13 seconds
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PETA wants you to change negative animal language & How many friends do you have? Which ones can you depend on?

Ashley Byrne, PETA's associate director of campaigns, joins Eric to discuss the value of reducing/erasing animal insults in our daily lives. Amanda Mull of The Atlantic and Eric talk about how the pandemic has made individuals miss people they even didn't know that well. A conversation with Robert Gifford, a UVic professor, where he shares his thoughts on the queue jumpers in B.C., the Yukon party throwers and the extremes that it can get to. Scott Thompson of the one and only "Scott Thompson Show" talked to Eric Johnston about comedy during the pandemic. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
1/30/202148 minutes, 53 seconds
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This Bird Won't Shut Up & The Physical Impact of Stress on Nurses

RUOK with complaining billionaires? or annoying singing birds? Are the people who take care of us, also taking care of themselves? A new study from Marisa Harrington (University of Victoria) looks into the physical impacts of stress on nurses. Plus, In Case You Missed It...(Guest) Producer Jason "Sunshine Sparklepants" Manaois comes at with you with some DIY Guns N' Roses.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
1/29/202147 minutes, 36 seconds
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What The Hell Should I Watch? - Jan 28, 2021

Steve Stebbing joins us every week to fill us in on what's coming to theaters, Blu-Ray and Netflix.  The list includes The Little Things, Palmer, Resident Alien...and more! Find Steve at stevestebbing.ca and on twitter @theStevilDead
1/29/202114 minutes, 14 seconds
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R.I.P. John Copsey & Providence Therapeutics

We pay tribute to our departed colleague, Corus Radio Network News Anchor John Copsey. RUOK with classroom farts? Or doing push-ups for mask violations? Brad Sorenson (Founder, Providence Therapeutics) joins the show to tell us about how his company is developing a COVID-19 vaccine. He also describes his son’s battle with cancer and how it inspired him to start the company. And for a Throwback Thursday...The Toys That Made Us! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
1/28/20211 hour, 9 minutes, 13 seconds
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Technological World - Jan 27, 2021

Every week we chat with Blaine Kyllo about the latest in technology. Here are some of the topics covered this week: Critical update for iPads and iPhones released In abrupt reversal, Xbox Live Gold pricing to remain the same Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra is made for shooting videos  Life in a Day 2020 showcases crowd sourced footage of lives around the world Resident Evil demo sinks gamers into a mansion where the atmosphere is decidedly creepy Find Blaine on twitter @solocorps and at solocorps.com
1/28/202115 minutes, 39 seconds
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The Business Of Monkey Labor & What It Means To Be "Bored"

RUOK with allegations of forced monkey labor? Or swarms of bees? James Danckert (Prof. University Of Waterloo) gives us an explanation of what boredom is and how to deal with it. Plus, In Case You Missed It...Producer Ryan "High Tops" O'Donnell gives us a script read by a robot, and some sweet Air Jordans. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
1/27/202155 minutes, 3 seconds
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Eatin' The Weed, Voice-Activated Coffee & Dreaming Your Way To The Lottery

We highlight a CBC investigation into the illegal cannabis market. Shane asks Matt and Ryan about their experiences with edibles and why it’s important to understand them.  Stay in school, kids. Andy Baryer joins the show to teach us how to turn our homes into “smart” homes...and how to turn your coffee pot on with your voice. RUOK with a car thief scolding you for leaving your child in your stolen car? ...or dreaming your winning lottery numbers? And, In Case You Missed It...Producer Ryan O'Donnell comes at you with an epic song about blue cheese, and a Harry Potter TV series in the works.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
1/26/20211 hour, 9 minutes, 29 seconds
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Chris Gilbert's International Dispatch

Former producer Chris "New Zealand" Gilbert joins us live from Japan for his International Dispatch.  New Zealand is freaking out over exactly ONE new COVID-19 case, and Chris has a few things to say how the media is handling it.
1/26/202119 minutes, 15 seconds
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Yo Mamma Jokes, Dinosaur Buttholes & New Zealand Freaks Out

We link up with Ryan Wrecker (Overnight America - KMOX St. Louis) to discuss the Keystone Pipeline issue, the perception of Trudeau in the US...and breakfast cereal. RUOK with "Yo Mamma" jokes? We also chat about new research into dinosaur buttholes. Seriously. Yes. Plus, former producer Chris "New Zealand" Gilbert joins us live from Japan for his International Dispatch.  New Zealand is freaking out over exactly ONE new COVID-19 case, and Chris has a few things to say how the media is handling it. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
1/25/202156 minutes, 36 seconds
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Improving mental health during a pandemic, Julie Payette's resignation and thumbs-up for Amazon for delivering vaccines

Jawn Jang recognizes Amazon for ramping up efforts to deliver COVID-19 vaccines.  The Big Jang Theory features the resignation of now former governor general of Canada Julie Payette after a new scathing report on her workplace environment alleged that Payette was the source of toxicity and harassment for her staff. Dr. AnnMarie Callahan Churchill, Executive Director of Stepped Care Solutions, joins Jawn to discuss ways of improving mental in the context of a global pandemic.   Another edition of Learning Portuguese with tech producer Leonardo Coelho HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
1/23/202145 minutes, 47 seconds
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Heading Out To The Highway, Stolen Turtles & Surp-prises

Lacey Lee Elliot (Co-Host, Driving Television) chats to us about cars, road trips, and life.  RUOK with stealing your friend's turtle? Or a rumor about Diet Coke that turned out to be true? Dr. Jason Kindrachuk (Department of Medical Microbiology, University of Manitoba) helps us understand COVID-19 numbers and statistics.   Plus, In Case You Missed It...Producer Ryan "High Tops" O'Donnell with video game news about Resident Evil Village, and a surp-prise for fans of Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory...  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
1/22/202159 minutes, 34 seconds
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What The Hell Should I Watch? - Jan 21, 2021

Steve Stebbing joins us every week to fill us in on what's coming to theaters, Blu-Ray and Netflix.  The list includes Our Friend, Psycho Goreman, Batwoman: Season Two...and more! Find Steve at stevestebbing.ca and on twitter @theStevilDead
1/22/202114 minutes, 15 seconds
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#MyHomeisCanada & Throwback Thursday '16

Figure skating champion Scott Moir and Club House are calling on Canadians to share photos that depict what being Canadian means to them with #MyHomeisCanada RUOK with social media stunts? or super-glue pranks?  Even though it feels like a million years ago, we do a Throwback Thursday to 2016! And, In Case You Missed It...Producer Ryan O'Donnell shoots down the idea of a The Naked Gun remake. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
1/21/202159 minutes, 23 seconds
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Technological World - Jan 20, 2021

Every week we chat with Blaine Kyllo about the latest in technology. Here are some of the topics covered this week: Samsung's new Galaxy S21 smartphones are available for preorder Samsung updates Galaxy Buds Pro wireless earbuds, introduces Galaxy SmartTag Cook with a Chef supports Calgary restaurateurs Watch Evil Dead with Bruce Campbell! Scott Pilgrim vs the World video game re-released Find Blaine on twitter @solocorps and at solocorps.com
1/21/202115 minutes, 30 seconds
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Replacing Negative Words, A Legacy Of Corruption & An Epic Song About Butter

Michael Losier (Author, "The Law Of Attraction") goes into replacing "don't" "not" and "no" in your vocabulary. Some good news as we check in with our friend Iliajah Pidckalny, who is biking across Canada to raise awareness of the opioid crisis.  His fundraising campaign can be found here. Diane Francis (Journalist, Postmedia) highlights what Inauguration Day will mean for the US, and Trump's legacy. Plus, In Case You Missed It...Producer Ryan O'Donnell brings us an epic song about butter, and stupid video game characters. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
1/20/20211 hour, 2 minutes, 21 seconds
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Deep Fakes, Banning Plastic & An Exploding "Vagina Candle"

We bring on former CIA agent Martin Rasser to help us understand why Deep Fakes are so effective. The West Coast is once again ahead of the curve on addressing plastic pollution. Lily Woodbury (Surfrider Pacific Rim) chats about Tofino and Ucluelet's move to ban polystyrene takeaway containers.  And, a brief chat about 007 Bond Gadgets (third nipples?!) before RUOK goes off the rails with..."pet" geese and "exploding vagina candles". HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
1/19/20211 hour, 3 minutes, 9 seconds
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Bitcoins, Birds & Chicken Wings vs. Drumsticks

RUOK with being locked out of your digital fortune? or smokin' and drinkin' during a Zoom work meeting? Chris Gilbert's International Dispatch goes to the birds...and ravens...and pigeons. Plus, In Case You Missed It...Producer Ryan O' Donnell brings us a spicy discussion on wings vs. drumsticks...and a rap about the NHL. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
1/18/202151 minutes, 51 seconds
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Shining a light on the nighthawks, overnighters and women in hockey

Dani Huntley of The Broadscast podcast joins to talk about her show, which features five women who not only love, but also have strong and informed opinions about the game of hockey.  Brian Douglas, a photographer based out of Ontario, discusses his "5am project," a photographic work that shows the "thankless jobs that keep society running." Another edition of Learning Portuguese with tech producer Leonardo Coelho. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
1/16/202148 minutes, 31 seconds
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What the Hell Should I Watch at Home? - Jan 14

(Guest Host: Eric Chapman) Steve Stebbing joins us every week to fill us in on what's coming to theaters, Blu-Ray and Netflix.  The list includes One Night In Miami, Outside The Wire, WandaVision...and more! Find Steve at stevestebbing.ca and on twitter @theStevilDead
1/15/202115 minutes, 51 seconds
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Ken Hall (The Umbrella Academy) & Launching A Samosa Into Space

Ken Hall of the TV show Umbrella Academy chats about what it's like to be an actor during Covid. Iliajah Pidskalny is attempting to cycle from Saskatoon to Vancouver to bring awareness to the overdose crisis in Canada. We've been following his journey and we check in with him from the road. RUOK with launching samosas into space? or taking your human for a walk after curfew? AND we go completely off the rails with Anchor Cringe...when broadcasting goes wrong. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
1/14/20211 hour, 55 seconds
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Technological World - Jan 13, 2021

Every week we chat with Blaine Kyllo about the latest in technology. Here are some of the topics covered this week: De-platforming Donald Trump What's going on at CES 2021 Lucasfilm Games brand renewed for Star Wars video games Indiana Jones video game in development at Machine Games Find Blaine on twitter @solocorps and at solocorps.com
1/14/202115 minutes, 59 seconds
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Being Stupid In A Relationship & Cheeky Bleep-Off!

What's the stupidest thing you've done in a relationship? The Shiftheads weigh in. The Inaugural Cheeky Bleep-Off!  We bleep out innocent words in popular songs to make them filthy. Dave Scott (Spaced Out Radio) helped his neighbor out with a ghost... Andrew C. Ferreira joins us to school us on DNA with Weird Science Plus, RUOK with being cursed by a preacher? Or a high-tech mask that lights up? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
1/13/202159 minutes, 37 seconds
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Parler Gets Shut Down & Goal-Setting in 2021

In response to the shutdown of Parler, we talk about free-speech. Michael Losier (Author, "The Law of Attraction") talks about goal-setting in 2021 RUOK with knife-wielding squirrels? ...or extra-ordinary proposals? Plus, In Case You Missed It...Producer Ryan O'Donnell brings us a talking car that's up for auction, and Deadpool's R-Rated feature. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
1/12/202159 minutes, 40 seconds
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Cross-Country Ride for Charity & "American Horse Pirates"

Shane Hewitt & Ryan Wrecker (Overnight America KMOX, St. Louis) discuss the Capitol protests. We chat to Iliajah Pidskalny, a recent grad of the University of Saskatchewan, who's planning a cross-country bike ride in the middle of winter to raise awareness for the overdose crisis and harm reduction in Canada. RUOK with sports...covered in slime? Plus, In Case You Missed It...Producer Ryan O'Donnell tells us about "American Horse Pirates", and Neil Young sold half his songs. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
1/11/202152 minutes, 23 seconds
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Twitter permanently suspends Donald Trump's account & The Big Jang Theory premiere!

Jawn Jang brings Mel Woods -- associated editor at Huffington Post Canada -- to discuss the permanent suspension of Donald Trump's Twitter account. RUOK with butt dialing? Olive Garden? Jawn premiers his new segment -- The Big Jang Theory The Montreal Symphony Orchestra has a new music director followed by another edition of Learning Portuguese with tech producer Leonardo Coelho. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
1/9/202141 minutes, 34 seconds
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When a Riot Hits Tik Tok & Naked Aussies and Gross Icicles

Shane brings Jesse Miller (Mediated Reality) on to chat about how the Washington riots will impact the kids who watched it happen on Tik Tok.  We give a Roll Call out to the Shiftheads to see what they're up to. RUOK with naked Aussies? ...or gross Icicles? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
1/8/202155 minutes, 11 seconds
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What the Hell Should I Watch at Home? - Jan 7

Steve Stebbing joins us every week to fill us in on what's coming to theaters, Blu-Ray and Netflix.  The list includes Promising Young Woman, The Dissident, History of Swear Words...and more! Find Steve at stevestebbing.ca and on twitter @theStevilDead
1/8/202114 minutes, 45 seconds
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Disorder & Chaos in DC

Global Reporter Reggie Cecchini reports from the U.S. Capitol protests. We also provide a timeline of the events that led up to the riots. And, RUOK with Twitter and Facebook blocking Donald Trump's accounts?  Eric in Los Angeles weighs in. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
1/7/202156 minutes, 46 seconds
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Technological World - Jan 6, 2021

Every week we chat with Blaine Kyllo about the latest in technology. Here are some of the topics covered this week: Apple is giving users control over their privacy and Facebook isn't happy about it Canadians who purchased certain Microsoft software qualify for class-action lawsuit Samsung First Look event gives us a sneak peek at new screens  Check out Acer's CES booth for yourself this year Nintendo acquiring Vancouver developer Next Level Games Find Blaine on twitter @solocorps and at solocorps.com
1/7/202113 minutes, 14 seconds
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Dr. Miami Is Ready To Operate & Being Caught Doing Stupid Stuff

Dr. Michael Salzhauer (aka "Dr. Miami") is a plastic surgeon in North America who gained popularity by embracing social media, selfie culture and hip hop to promote his practice.  Have you ever been caught doing something stupid?  Some of our Shiftheads have. Random Show Stuff: After bringing up "Horatio moments" on CSI: Miami, Shane creates a cheeky bleep on the spot before moving into Good News Tuesday...THEN we move into RUOK...with a naughty Danish Children's show and stuffed crust pizza. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
1/6/20211 hour, 1 minute, 55 seconds
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How NOT To Be A Politician & Batman Returns...Again

We show you how NOT to be a politician...with great examples from our politicians. Greg Fish (World of Weird Things) explores the idea of how substituting calls for texts and using social media more than a few hours a day are strongly correlated to loneliness, fewer friendships, depression, and lashing out online and off. Plus, In Case You Missed It...Producer Ryan O'Donnell on the new/old Batman, and a rock star's hot take on rock n' roll. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
1/5/202155 minutes, 26 seconds
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#ResignKenney & A Contagious Inflatable Costume

#ResignKenney trends on Twitter after at least 8 Alberta MLAs and staff travelled over the holidays...Duane Bratt (Political Science Professor, Mt. Royal University) weighs in. The Shiftheads dish out their opinions on why their MP's travelled while they themselves were stuck at home. RUOK with changing your name to Celine Dion? Or a contagious inflatable costume? Plus, In Case You Missed It...Producer Ryan O'Donnell tackles the puzzle of a Rubik's Cube movie...and a recently unearthed outtake from The Office. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
1/4/202159 minutes, 34 seconds
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Golden Goals, Weird Science 2020, Riffs, and Death To 2020

What were your "Golden Goals"? We chat about some noteworthy sports moments from us, and the Shiftheads. Andrew Ferreira gives us a year-end wrap-up of Weird Science. RUOK with unpredictable ceiling fans and Kanye West's video game? Tech Producer Matt McArthur unleashes his last Rockcember Rifftacular of the year...and it's metal as heck. And, In Case You Missed It...Producer Ryan O'Donnell brings death to 2020, and we dump on the band Creed. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
12/31/20201 hour, 2 minutes, 55 seconds
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The Dark Side of K-pop & Chipmunk Songs

Guest host Jawn Jang explores the darker side of the K-pop music industry. Dave Scott (Spaced Out Radio) highlights UFO stories that need modern studies. Andy Baryer (Handyandymedia.com) on how your phone might be falling apart on purpose! And, RUOK with "Chipmunked" songs?  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
12/30/202056 minutes, 57 seconds
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Worst...Gift...Ever & A Radio-Controlled Mind

What is the worst gift you've ever received?  The Shiftheads weigh in with some bizarre gifts. Greg Fish (World of Weird Things) dives into conspiracy theorists' obsession with manipulating minds through broadcasting frequencies. And, In Case You Missed It...Producer Ryan's Spotify roasts his musical choices of 2020, and a computer writes an Olive Garden commercial. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
12/29/202054 minutes, 47 seconds
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Blowing Snow With Flame & Turkey vs. Ham: The Great Debate

Guest host Jawn Jang kicks off a discussion about whether NOT owning plaid still makes you a Canadian.  The Shiftheads weigh in. RUOK with political Tik-Toks? ...or a snow-removal flamethower?  Turkey VS Ham...who wins?   Plus, In Case You Missed It...Andrew Ferreria brings us a joke tweet that was NOT funny, and ancient Roman cuisine. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
12/28/202057 minutes, 37 seconds
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Christmas with George Canyon and how to be a modern day gentleman

Shane and his good friend Brandon Alexander -- host of Men Talking Shift -- chat about how to be a modern-day gentleman. Shane chats with Canadian country music star George Canyon about all things Christmas. We also get some performances and music from him. Shane and Ryan read The Night Before Christmas. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
12/24/202048 minutes, 18 seconds
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Technological World - Dec. 23

Every week we chat with Blaine Kyllo about the latest in technology. Here are some of the topics covered this week: How you can play chess against Beth from Queen's Gambit Google search trends for 2020 Ford Motor Company reports on trends for 2020 and into the future Among Us and Fall Guys are the family games to play over the holiday break
12/24/202016 minutes, 32 seconds
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Tareya Green Returns Home & Holiday Themed Ripoff

Singer/Songwriter Tareya Green chats with us about returning home. Former Shift Producer Chris Gilbert joins the show for a holiday-themed International Dispatch! Plus, RUOK with prank calls? and It's Good News Tuesday! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
12/23/20201 hour, 3 minutes, 54 seconds
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Holiday Shopping Memories & Dementia Doesn't Take Holidays

Callers share their holidays shopping memories good and bad. Shift listener copes with dementia in a family member during a pandemic. Plus, RUOK and In Case you missed it! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
12/22/20201 hour, 4 minutes, 43 seconds
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Pond Hockey Police & The Shift Does National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation

Jesse Miller (Mediated Reality) discusses the online response to a story of a pond hockey game in Alberta gone awry due to police intervention. RUOK with embarrassing your kids in public? or cheesy Xmas songs? Tech Producer Matt has a cathartic experience while the guys read scenes from the script of National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation. And, In Case You Missed It...Producer Ryan comes at you with Vaporwave and his Tweet of the Day.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
12/21/202056 minutes, 9 seconds
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New Star Wars movies and TV shows & the poop problem in Victoria

Amir Ali, CKNW's technical producer, discusses the new Star Wars productions and the latest on the entertainment industry RUOK with McDonald’s Spam and Oreo Burger? People getting arrested for breaking COVID rules? Rich people offering donations to hospitals to get the vaccine first? A conversation with reporter Vaughn Palmer on raw sewage no longer flowing into the ocean in Victoria, B.C. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
12/19/202043 minutes, 28 seconds
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What's Up, Bugs Bunny? & The Best Xmas Movie of All Time

Eric Bauza, the new voice of Bugs Bunny, brings his voice...and many cast of characters, to The Shift. We asked the Shift-Heads...What's the best Christmas movie of all time? And, In Case You Missed It...Producer Ryan "Sneakers" O'Donnell with his tweet of the week (it's about Top Gear) and RIP Boba Fett. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
12/18/202047 minutes, 13 seconds
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What the Hell Should I Watch at Home? (Christmas Edition) - Dec 17

Steve Stebbing joins us every week to fill us in on what's coming to theaters, Blu-Ray and Netflix. For this episode, we delve into some of our favorite Christmas classics.  We also cover some non-Xmas picks such as Monster Hunter, Tenet, and Ma Rainey's Black Bottom. Find Steve at stevestebbing.ca and on twitter @theStevilDead
12/18/202021 minutes, 24 seconds
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Steve Smith (Red Green) on The Shift & Throwback Thursday '91

Steve Smith, the man behind legendary Canadian character Red Green, joins the show!  Make sure to check out the Possum Lodge Podcast. Throwback Thursday '91...News, movies...and where were YOU in 1991?Sneezing in public is a 2020 faux-pas...this girl can't stop doing it. And, RUOK with mind-reading apps? ...or doing over 200 burpees? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
12/17/20201 hour, 1 minute, 21 seconds
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Technological World - Dec 16

Every week we chat with Blaine Kyllo about the latest in technology. Here are some of the topics covered this week: Last minute tech gift ideas New Nest thermostat How you can get behind the wheel of Santa's sleigh Cyberpunk 2077 is full of promise but ultimately a disappointment Find Blaine on twitter @solocorps and at solocorps.com
12/17/202023 minutes, 8 seconds
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Arlene Dickinson's #RAVINGREVIEW & Crotch Kung-Fu

Arlene Dickinson (Dragon's Den, investor, author) talks about the pandemic's impact on small business, #RAVINGREVIEW...and baking! RUOK with "Crotch Kung-Fu"?  or...Porch Pirates? And, Stephen Hair, an actor who has played Scrooge for 27 years in Calgary, talks about the upcoming online production of A Christmas Story for Toonies For Turkeys.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
12/16/202055 minutes, 11 seconds
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Creativity In Heightened Times & Be Sure To Tip Your Server

Humble the Poet has a wide-ranging discussion with Shane Hewitt on how the pandemic has affected creative people. Greg Fish (World of Weird Things) chats about a new study from UC Berkeley, which says that people dining out during pandemics are just being terrible to wait staff, with sexual harassment on the rise, stiffing waiters and waitresses on tips, and mocking them for trying not to get COVID. And, RUOK with the same old Christmas music? ...or "digital masks"? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
12/15/20201 hour, 6 minutes, 28 seconds
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Mascots For COVID & Gunky-Eyed Trash Pandas

Overnight America's Ryan Wrecker joins us for our last chat before the Christmas holidays. RUOK with COVID mascots? or food IN a stick? And, Chris Gilbert's International Dispatch...our former producer/New Zealander joins us LIVE from Japan...with ill-tempered gunky-eyed raccoons.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Curiouscast.ca
12/14/202045 minutes, 13 seconds
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Should minor hockey be shut down?

A conversation with Niki Reitmayer, CKNW's on-air host and contributor who will be leaving the station at the end of December. RUOK with Nintendo 64 shooter games? Janet Brown (CKNW senior reporter) shares her perception on shutting down minor hockey And, another week of learning Portuguese with tech producer Leonardo Coelho HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
12/12/202047 minutes, 10 seconds
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Shift-Head Of The Year & What Alberta Truly Is

RUOK with vampires returning to TV? ...or musical monoloths? Time Magazine named their Person of the Year...we asked the Shiftheads: who is yours? Max Fawcett (Freelance writer, former editor Alberta Oil and Vancouver magazine) chats with Shane on the perception of Alberta to the rest of Canada. And, In Case You Missed It...producer Ryan "Sneakers" O'Donnell brings us video game awards, Star Wars news, and Terry Fox shoes. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
12/11/20201 hour, 1 minute, 8 seconds
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What the Hell Should I Watch at Home? - Dec 10

Steve Stebbing joins us every week to fill us in on what's coming to theaters, Blu-Ray and Netflix.  The list includes Nadia, Butterfly, Let Them Talk, Lennon's Lost Weekend...and more! Find Steve at stevestebbing.ca and on twitter @theStevilDead
12/11/202013 minutes, 58 seconds
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Throwback Thursday '83 & Nic Cage Swearing

RUOK with hordes of rats? or "candy masks"? Our inaugural Throwback Thursday...we travel back to 1983 for news, tv, and...the price of a pack of smokes. Plus, In Case You Missed It...producer Ryan "Sneakers" O'Donnell brings us Christmas sneakers, swear words and possibly, a new whale! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
12/10/202050 minutes, 3 seconds
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Technological World - Dec 9

Every week we chat with Blaine Kyllo about the latest in technology. Here are some of the topics covered this week: You need a 4K HDR television if you're going to get a new game console Apple Fitness+ launches on Monday, December 14 My tech gift guide in the Straight, which includes Sonos Move and Oral-B iO Power electric toothbrush Game Awards air tomorrow night, expect game announcements (in which I can further address Elden Ring, the game that came up in the text question last week) Immortals Fenyx Rising a fun and amusing adventure steeped in Greek mythology Find Blaine on twitter @solocorps and at solocorps.com
12/10/202022 minutes, 57 seconds
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Alleged Galactic Federations & The Naughtiest Towns In The World

In our weekly "Good News Tuesday"...our Shiftheads call in with the good news in their lives. Dave Scott of Spaced Out Radio gives us the scoop on an "alleged galactic federation"... And, former Shift producer Chris Gilbert, our New Zealand/Canadian man, reports live in Japan.  Chris takes us on a whirlwind journey through naughtily-named towns, a politician fleeing from an orgy, and an unfortunately-named politician who's definitely NOT a Nazi. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
12/9/202052 minutes, 50 seconds
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Chris Gilberts International Dispatch - Dec 9

Former Shift producer Chris Gilbert, our New Zealand/Canadian man, reports live in Japan.  Chris takes us on a whirlwind journey through a naughtily-named town, a politician fleeing from an orgy, and an unfortunately-named politician who's definitely NOT a Nazi.
12/9/202021 minutes, 52 seconds
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COVID In The Family, U.K. Vaccine Rollout...and Colonel Sanders: The Movie.

Dr. Jody Carrington (author, public speaker) discusses mental health, and her first-hand experience with COVID-19.  Stephen Rossiter, our friend in Scotland, gives us an update on the vaccine rollout in the UK. RUOK with gas station food?  Or a movie about Colonel Sanders? And, Greg Fish (World of Weird Things) delves into genetic engineering,  and where it has to end so we don't accidentally wipe ourselves off the face of the Earth. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
12/8/20201 hour, 8 minutes, 22 seconds
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What Stores Would "Age" You & Giving 110% Out There On The Ice

Ryan Wrecker (Overnight America, KMOX St. Louis) joins us for a chat about monoliths, elections, and X-mas movies. What stores would "age" you?...our audience weighs in with the stores they used to visit. Weird Science with Andrew Ferreira goes into "space rock" And, RUOK with hockey interviews, or an anthem singer losing his gig? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
12/7/20201 hour, 2 minutes, 17 seconds
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Canucks fire anthem singer over plan to sing at anti-mask rally & The Great Monolith Mystery

Mark Donnelly is let go by the Vancouver Canucks over plans to perform at anti-mask rally RUOK with Mariah Carey Christmas music? Plus, the great monolith mystery featuring a conversation with Rachel Wootton of the Bureau of Land Management in Utah and learning Portuguese with tech producer Leonardo HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
12/5/202051 minutes, 36 seconds
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NHL Retro Fever & Jason "Sparklepants" Manaois

NHL Retro Fever...What's your favorite hockey jersey? RUOK with "super soldiers"...or fake chicken? Plus, In Case You Missed It...producer Jason passes the ICYMI baton to Ryan "New Guy" O'Donnell...expect sneakers, Lego and SpaceX. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
12/4/202046 minutes, 19 seconds
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A War Zone in Virtual Reality & Farts and Monoliths

Toronto filmmaker and director Ann Shin talks about Eye Of The Beholder, a VR short film that immerses the viewer in a war zone. RUOK with catching COVID 19 on purpose? or Xmas tree insurance? And, In Case You Missed It...producer Jason Manois on Sacha Baron Cohen, a big day in the NBA, and a fart at a hearing. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
12/3/202049 minutes, 33 seconds
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Technological World - Dec 2

Every week we chat with Blaine Kyllo about the latest in technology. Here are some of the topics covered this week: The Jabra Elite 85t wireless earbuds are unmatched Now you can make video calls with Amazon's Fire TV Cube  Gamers playing more during pandemic, says ESA Canada Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War gives us a narrative tied to historical events Find Blaine on twitter @solocorps and at solocorps.com
12/3/202015 minutes, 29 seconds
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Bigfoot Politics, Chinese Robot Probes & $400 Blow Dryers

Dave Scott (Spaced Out Radio) talks "Bigfoot politics"... In Andrew Ferreira's Weird Science...Chinese robot probes, and a giant telescope that fell over. Plus, RUOK with "metal" preachers and $400 blow dryers? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
12/2/202044 minutes, 30 seconds
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The Shift Round Table, Dogs & Virtual Santas

Lets meet everybody on The Shift with Shane Hewitt!  Shane "Z-Man" Hewitt, Matt "The Night Captain" McArthur, Jawn "Weekend" Jang, Jason "Sparklepants" Manois, and Ryan "New Guy" O'Donnell have a round table. Greg Fish (World of Weird Things) on his article: Do dogs hold the answer to the mysteries of social evolution? RUOK with...Virtual Santa? ...or a famous actor cutting his own hair with a Flowbee? And, if you could learn an instrument...what would you play? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
12/1/202056 minutes, 34 seconds
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Cyber Monday & Kickin' It At The Wedding

Welcome to The Shift...It'll Do podcast! Tech man Andy Baryer talks Cyber Monday... RUOK with an ill-placed kick during a wedding dance? Plus, the debut of Chris Gilbert's International Dispatch...our Canadian/New Zealand friend...live from Japan. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.  
11/30/202048 minutes, 56 seconds
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Are You Really Okay? & The Emmy Goes To...

A discussion on mental health struggles...with input from our listeners. RUOK with politicians winning Emmys? or hoarding...again? And, In Case You Missed It...Producer Jason pays tribute to soccer legend Diego Maradona, and Alicia Keys shows love for BTS. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
11/26/202049 minutes, 44 seconds
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Technological World - Nov 25

Every week we chat with Blaine Kyllo about the latest in technology. Here are some of the topics covered this week: What to expect from Cyber Monday this year Google's Pixel 4a 5G is ready for next-gen wireless Microsoft deserves to be proud of the Xbox One Series X console Canadian invention tapped as international runner-up in James Dyson Award competition Destiny 2 Beyond Light takes the multiplayer shooter into the dark Find Blaine on twitter @solocorps and at solocorps.com
11/26/202015 minutes, 53 seconds
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The "New" Xmas Shopping Season & Comedian JL Cauvin

Andrea MacDonald (lead Tech @TwitterCanada) has insight on what Canadians are saying, thinking, feeling as we head into a modified shopping season in the coming weeks.  Dave Scott (Spaced Out Radio) with some news about photo evidence of a UFO... Plus, comedian JL Cauvin on his Donald Trump impressions, and the double-edged sword of recognition that brings. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
11/25/202054 minutes, 58 seconds
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Jawn Jang's Movember Campaign & Hosting Jeopardy!

CKNW On-Air Contributor Jawn Jang (The Shift Friday Edition) chats about his Movember campaign, which you can contribute to here. RUOK with a new Jeopardy host? You'll be surprised who the audience picks. Plus, Greg Fish (World of Weird Things) talks warp drives and wormholes. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
11/24/202040 minutes, 21 seconds
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The 12 Hour Burger & Chris Gilbert is Big in Japan

RUOK with waiting 12 hours for a burger...or moose licking your car? Former Shift Producer Chris Gilbert joins the show from Tokyo! And, In Case You Missed It...producer Jason Manois with the Dallas Cowboys, BTS, and The Undertaker's retirement. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
11/23/202040 minutes, 27 seconds
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The Shift: Organ Donation In A Pandemic Series

This Special Edition podcast is our series of interviews around how the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted people in need of organ donation.  Part 1: Carrie Jung, a heart transplant recipient. Part 2: Marie Doherty, who's late son donated his heart to Carrie Jung. Part 3: Toby Boulet, the father of the late Humboldt Broncos' Logan Boulet, who's donations ended up helping 6 people.
11/20/202055 minutes, 1 second
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Logan Boulet's Legacy & Wardair's Max Ward

Toby Boulet, father of Logan Boulet of the Humboldt Broncos, chats to Shane Hewitt about how his late son's organ donations helped six people. Aviation Expert Keith Mackey talks about the legacy of Wardair founder Max Ward. Plus, RUOK with free Thanksgiving dinners, moving to Hawaii, and adopting a 17-year old? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
11/20/202047 minutes, 21 seconds
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What the Hell Should I Watch at Home? - Nov 19

Steve Stebbing joins us every week to fill us in on what's coming to theaters, Blu-Ray and Netflix.  The list includes Mank, Dreamland, The Crown: Season 4 ...and more! Find Steve at stevestebbing.ca and on twitter @theStevilDead
11/20/202017 minutes, 34 seconds
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To The Heart & Sneaky Kids Behaving Badly Online

We chat with Marie Doherty.  When her son passed away, his heart was donated to save a life. Jesse Miller (Mediated Reality) shows us how the pandemic is bringing out the sneaky side of kids' online behavior with forbidden apps and burner phones.  And, RUOK with using a sea scooter to outrun the FBI? Or with an owl in a Xmas tree? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
11/19/202045 minutes, 35 seconds
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Technological World - Nov 18

Every week we chat with Blaine Kyllo about the latest in technology. Here are some of the topics covered this week: iPhone 12 is the best phone you can get right now Fleets are Twitter's new short-life posts  Dyson Canada drops prices for Black Friday DualSense controller hints at possibilities for high-tech Playstation 5  Pikmin 3 Deluxe shines on the Nintendo Switch Assassin's Creed Valhalla has some technical glitches but I'm enjoying it anyway Find Blaine on twitter @solocorps and at solocorps.com
11/19/202024 minutes, 45 seconds
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Transplants In A Pandemic & Weird Science

A call into the show helped jumpstart a conversation around transplant patients, and how the pandemic has affected people waiting for transplants.  Carrie Jung, a heart transplant recipient, chats with Shane Hewitt.  Andrew Ferreira's Weird Science delves into SpaceX...and some curious listener texts about space sex. And, RUOK with feeding trash pandas? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
11/18/202044 minutes, 53 seconds
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A Cup of Coffee...The Gift of Opening Up

Shane Hewitt has an in-depth conversation with Brandon G. Alexander (New Age Gents) on the concept of "gifts", and how buying a friend a cup of coffee revealed something larger and more significant.
11/17/202036 minutes, 41 seconds
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The Gift of Gifts & The New Rule About Lights

Shane Hewitt has an in-depth conversation with Brandon G. Alexander (New Age Gents) on the concept of "gifts". And, RUOK with early X-mas lights, Men in Dresses, and an Aussie Trump song? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
11/17/202045 minutes, 53 seconds
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Christmas COVID Shopping & Rebooting 90s TV Shows

Guest Host: Niki Reitmayer How should we do Christmas shopping during COVID? Chat with Ryan Wrecker from KMOX Plus, In Case You Missed It, rebooting classic TV shows are on the rise. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.  
11/16/202042 minutes, 49 seconds
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Dad Jokes & Romantic Advice on The Shift

RUOK with dad jokes and pandemic cruise ships? "Angel from Hamilton" posed a romantic question to the show...and in the spirit of Loveline, we delivered. Plus, In Case You Missed It...Producer Jason with Filipino culture, UFC, and flip phones in 2020. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
11/13/202051 minutes, 33 seconds
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What the Hell Should I Watch at Home? - Nov 13

Steve Stebbing joins us every week to fill us in on what's coming to theaters, Blu-Ray and Netflix.  The list includes Hillbilly Elegy, Moonbase 8, Aunty Donna's Big Ol' House Of Fun ...and more! Find Steve at stevestebbing.ca and on twitter @theStevilDead
11/13/202016 minutes, 45 seconds
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Robot Wolves, Sports & The Beatles of South Korea

RUOK with anonymous sources & "robot wolves"? The current state of sports with The Daily Hive's Rob Williams... Plus, In Case You Missed It...Producer Jason's South Korean Beatles & X-Men powers IRL... HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
11/12/202044 minutes, 48 seconds
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Technological World - Nov 11

Every week we chat with Blaine Kyllo about the latest in technology. Here are some of the topics covered this week: Apple introduces new computers with its own processing chips What to expect when shopping for tech on Black Friday 2020 Hands on with the Asus ROG Zephyrus G15 Marvel's Spider-Man: Miles Morales a completely new experience in a familiar setting Find Blaine on twitter @solocorps and at solocorps.com
11/12/202017 minutes, 56 seconds
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Remembrance Day

On Remembrance Day, our callers shared their stories of family members and loved ones.  https://www.legion.ca/remembrance/the-poppy-campaign HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
11/11/202038 minutes, 48 seconds
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Fitness After 50 & A Heart In A Helicopter

Greg Fish (World of Weird Things) chats about the effect of today's politics on mental health. Certified fitness professional Jackie Cooney talks about fitness after 50... And, RUOK with open windows?  Or a heart in a helicopter?  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
11/10/202051 minutes, 33 seconds
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Alex Trebek Tribute

U.S. Election update with Ryan Wrecker of KMOX. Tribute to Canadian icon Alex Trebek. And, RUOK with Trump doughnuts?  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
11/9/202049 minutes, 13 seconds
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How Old Do You Feel? & Minks, Obese Turtles and Remixed Preachers

We asked the audience, how old do you feel? And, RUOK with minks, name-calling broadcasters and remixed preachers?  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
11/6/202035 minutes, 59 seconds
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"Ginger" Ale, Darth Vader Bible & Skinwalker Ranch

RUOK with Ginger Ale litigation...or Darth Vader reading the Bible? Dave Scott (Spaced Out Radio) explores Skinwalker Ranch Plus, In Case You Missed It...Producer Jason "Sunshine" Manaois with news on a "Stone Cold" Steve Austin doc... HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
11/5/202047 minutes, 47 seconds
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Space Junk, Men's Health & A Couple of Dorks

Greg Fish (World Of Weird Things) sifts through space junk. We chat to Jawn Jang (CKNW contributor and The Friday Shift) has formed a Movember team to raise money for men's health. A discussion on men's health with W. Brett Wilson  Plus, RUOK goes off the rails with a story about a whale and a "dork". HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
11/3/20201 hour, 1 minute, 30 seconds
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Granville Strip Gong-show, and the late Sir Sean Connery

Tonight on the program, we have a hefty dose of RUOKs - pole-dancing skeletons, horrible pizza etiquette and an ill-advised Halloween street party in Vancouver. Shane also sits down with Steve Stebbing to talk about the legacy of the late Sir Sean Connery.
11/2/202055 minutes, 15 seconds
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Snowbirds Are Grounded & Hockey Bullies

Travel Expert Nathalie Preddie chats about the challenges that Canada's full-time RVers are facing this winter. And, RUOK with "Exotic" underwear...or drafting a bully for the NHL? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
10/30/202031 minutes, 58 seconds
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Cranked-Up Gilligan's Island & The Importance of Fitness

RUOK with COVID Kisses? or blaring the "Gilligan's Island" theme to annoy your neighbor? Taylor Evernden (Orka Performance) discusses the importance of fitness, and the challenge small businesses continue to face in the pandemic. And, In Case You Missed It...producer Jason brings us The Rock vs. Kevin Hart, and a vault full of Oreos. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
10/29/202047 minutes, 21 seconds
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Cray -Cray Crayfish & NXIVM

RUOK with killer indestructible crayfish? Dave Scott (Spaced Out Radio) with tales of ghosts and aliens... And, we discuss the sentencing of NXIVM cult leader Keith Reniere. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
10/28/202045 minutes, 2 seconds
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Robot Overlords, Mushrooms & The Moon

Greg Fish takes us into a possible robotic takeover with the future of AI... Chatting about cars, and RUOK with the guy paying for everything? We chat to cancer survivor Laurie Brooks about the benefits of Psilocybin... Plus, a double-dose of "Moon News". HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
10/27/202048 minutes, 51 seconds
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What is an ideal dream house? Are mullets coming back? Is producer Jason famous?

What is your ideal/realistic dream house? Check in with Ryan Wrecker from KMOX RUOK with sore loser politicians? Mullets? Plus, Producer Jason is famous! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
10/26/20201 hour, 1 minute, 37 seconds
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It's election night on The Shift!

It's the first ever ELECTION on the show! Who will become the King of the Friday Night Shift? Will it be technical producer Matt McArthur or host Jawn Jang? Both candidates opted to run attack ads against each other in an effort to win more votes.
10/24/20207 minutes, 24 seconds
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Mandatory Masks & Double The Cup, Double The Trash

Should Canada adopt mandatory masks?  We chat with Dr. James Heilman (Masks For BC)  Andrew Ferreira drops some WEIRD Science on us...And RUOK with double cupping? ...and being joined by former Shift Producer Chris Gilbert?! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
10/23/202050 minutes, 43 seconds
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What the Hell Should I Watch at Home? - Oct 22

Steve Stebbing joins us every week to fill us in on what's coming to theaters, Blu-Ray and Netflix.  The list includes Borat Subsequent Moviefilm, Cut Throat City, On The Rocks...and more! Find Steve at stevestebbing.ca and on twitter @theStevilDead
10/23/202016 minutes, 38 seconds
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Pre-Pandemic Love & Shawn Hook

What is ONE thing you would like to have back, pre-pandemic? A deep fake bot is being used to “undress” underage girls...Suzie Dunn (PhD candidate and part time professor at the University of Ottawa) looks at the legal and social ramifications.  Plus, Canadian musician Shawn Hook tells us about his upcoming EP Take Me Home  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
10/22/202052 minutes, 16 seconds
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Technological World - Oct 21

Every week we chat with Blaine Kyllo about the latest in technology. Here are some of the topics covered this week: What does it mean that the U.S. DOJ filed a lawsuit against Google? Canadian healthcare starting to use Apple's Health Records on iPhone Download Canada’s covid-19 alert app right now. Mario Kart racing is ready to take over your home  Find Blaine on twitter @solocorps and at solocorps.com
10/22/202014 minutes, 25 seconds
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Creepy Dolls & Eric Andre

RUOK with being caught on Zoom doing something...intimate? Dave Scott (Spaced Out Radio) and the mythology behind creepy little dolls. And, Eric Andre (The Eric Andre Show) chats about smoking weed with mom, and getting naked really really quick.   HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
10/21/202049 minutes, 54 seconds
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Eric Andre on The Shift!

Comedian Eric Andre (The Eric Andre Show) joins Shane Hewitt and producer Jason for a wide-ranging discussion...including smoking weed with his mom, and getting naked onstage really fast. The 2020 Adult Swim Festival: https://www.adultswim.com/presents/festival/index.html
10/21/202013 minutes, 51 seconds
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Soccer Playing Moose & Canada/Russia Cyber-Activity

Greg Fish schools us on black holes, extreme physics and astronomy... RUOK with a moose playing soccer? Plus, Hank "The Hacker" Fordham delves into Canadian/Russian cyber activity. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
10/20/202036 minutes, 14 seconds
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Accents, Stutters & Haunted Houses

Check in with Ryan Wrecker from KMOX RUOK with making fun of accents? Stutters? Plus, Haunted Houses! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
10/19/202044 minutes, 14 seconds
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It's International Dessert Day & Is It Pop or Soda?

What is the most famous Canadian dessert? Who says pop and who says soda? We find out the origin and region. Plus, RUOKs HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
10/15/202050 minutes, 36 seconds
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Ogopogo, Ghosts, & Moon vs Ocean!

Chat with Dave Scott of Spaced Out Radio. Tech talk with Andy Bayer - Freelance Tech Journalist at Futurithmic.com. Plus, which is the bigger mystery? Depths of the ocean or the dark side of the moon? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
10/14/202052 minutes, 33 seconds
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Passwords, politics, and passes

Tonight on The Shift, we chat with Greg Fish about internet security - how worried should we be about hackers? Are you okay with politicians going to work while under quarantine? What about political roasts? And finally - basketball is rapidly challenging hockey for its spot as Canada's Sport, what's the state of it all? Canadian Basketball Hall of Famer Howard Kelsey joins us for a chat.
10/13/202044 minutes, 57 seconds
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The Shift celebrates Turkey Night, the Lakers, and Not Being Vaporized

Tonight on The Shift - Thanksgiving Edition!: Jawn Jang opens the show with a chat about what we're thankful for. RUOK with getting knicked for distracted driving if your phone was dead? The Lakers are the NBA champs, and tryptophan doesn't make you sleepy believe it or not!
10/12/20201 hour, 9 minutes, 20 seconds
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Drive-Thru Plastic Culture & The Fly on The Wall of The Debate

Lily Woodbury (Regional Ambassador, Surfrider Canada) and Shane Hewitt get in-depth about single-use plastic waste.  And, In Case You Missed It? producer Jason shines the spotlight on the REAL star of the VP debate. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
10/8/202038 minutes, 23 seconds
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What's-Giving & R.I.P. Eddie Van Halen

RUOK with confusing thanksgiving rules Dave Scott from Spaced Out Radio joins us for a chat on the paranormal... Plus, we remember the life and riffs of Edward Van Halen.  Matt pays tribute on guitar. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
10/7/202041 minutes, 43 seconds
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Vertical Farming & Building a Better Gentleman

Greg Fish introduces us to the concept of the vertical farm. We chat with Sean and Lillian Fillion from the Harvest Hub to further explore Vertical Farming... Plus, an in-depth conversation with Brandon G. Alexander (New Age Gents) on "building a better gentleman". HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
10/6/202058 minutes, 11 seconds
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Trump's Covid Motorcade Parade & Is Fantasy Football Gambling?

Chat with Ryan Wrecker from KMOX about Trump and Covid-19. RUOK with 100 year old skydivers? Plus, Producer Jason says he doesn't gamble but discovers he's been doing it this whole time. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
10/5/202030 minutes, 22 seconds
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Swearing Parrots, 2 Billion Trees & Not Giving A F*** About X-Mas

RUOK with fake Subway bread and swearing parrots? Peter McCartney (Climate campaigner, Wilderness Committee) chats about the promise to plant 2 billion trees in Canada. And, In Case You Missed It, featuring Melania Trump vs. Christmas  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours?find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
10/2/202045 minutes, 48 seconds
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The Great Debate/Yelling Match & George Canyon

Global's Reggie Cecchini discusses the Trump/Biden debate/yelling match. Plus, Canadian Country musician George Canyon chats about drive-in concerts, and the effect of the pandemic on the live touring industry.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours!!find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
10/1/202035 minutes, 11 seconds
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Spaced Out Ghosts & Lord McArthur Of The Highlands

Dave Scott from Spaced Out Radio talks ghosts... Would you like to be a Lord or a Lady?  You could with your own Highland Title. And, In Case You Missed It...feat. Trump debates, and hockey bubbles. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours!!find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
9/30/202048 minutes
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Highland Titles...You Could Be A Lord or Lady!

Over 200,000 people have become Lords and Ladies of Glencoe* - helping to create nature reserves in Scotland...Stephen Rossiter joins Shane Hewitt live from Glasgow to tell how you can help create nature reserves in Scotland, and earn yourself a title.
9/30/202022 minutes, 7 seconds
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Lab-Grown Steak & My Teacher's Face Tattoo

Greg Fish chats with Eric Chapman about lab-grown meat, and what this may mean for the future. Kyla Lee (Acumen Law) dives into the increased attention on distracted driving. RUOK A man facing prison time in Thailand over a bad resort review? or a teacher getting in trouble for his face tattoo? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours!!find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
9/29/202037 minutes, 47 seconds
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Is an RV a Building & Is a Wall a Door?

Who do you admire? The official list has come out. We try to solve if an RV is a building. Plus, RUOK with opening the Canada/US border? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours!!find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
9/28/202040 minutes, 13 seconds
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No Thanks for Thanksgiving & When Life Gives You Parkinson's

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says Thanksgiving is off the table, but provinces are making other plans. RUOK with the Calgary Stampede making changes to the chuck wagon races? Plus, Larry Gifford (Senior Program Director CKNW) discusses the latest season of his podcast, When Life Gives You Parkinson's HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours!!find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
9/25/202048 minutes, 22 seconds
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Trudeau On The Throne & Aaron Pritchett On The Shift

We go into Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's throne speech. RUOK with flying tuna?  Plus, Canadian country music star Aaron Pritchett discusses the impact of the pandemic on the Canadian music scene, and his upcoming Drive-In performances. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours!!find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
9/24/202045 minutes, 36 seconds
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PSL + KD = YUCK & Going To The Moon

RUOK with pumpkin spice Kraft Dinner? Dave Scott from Spaced Out Radio talks about the moon And, producer Jason with In Case You Missed It...and how BTS continues to take over the world. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours!!find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
9/23/202047 minutes, 14 seconds
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Social Media Is Literally Killing Us & Gord Downie's New Music

"In light of anti-mask protests and wildfire denialists across Canada and the US, I thought we should revisit what's going on with social media today and why we really need to start paying attention to what people post on it and why because it's literally killing us in the West while starting wars and genocides in Africa and Asia."  Greg Fish joins us to discuss the bad side of social media. Plus, Alan Cross (The Ongoing History of New Music) tells us all about the upcoming new album from Gord Downie, Away Is Mine. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours!!find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
9/22/202041 minutes, 52 seconds
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Debate Moderators & Robotic Waiters

If Joe Rogan were to moderate a U.S. Presidential debate, who would be the Canadian counterpart? RUOK with robotic waitstaff? Plus, a chat with Aaron Wudrick - Federal Director of the Canadian Taxpayers Federation. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours!!find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
9/21/202046 minutes, 53 seconds
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Infinite Flights & No Hooters In My School

Air Canada is offering residents unlimited travel throughout the country with its new “Infinite Canada Flight Pass.”  Claire Newell (Travel Best Bets) chats to Shane Hewitt about the possibilities and possible restrictions.  and, RUOK with a 5th grader having to remove his Hooters face mask...in school? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours!!find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
9/18/202043 minutes, 31 seconds
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Lost Joni Mitchell Tapes Discovered & From TP to Guitars

Barry Bowman, a former DJ at CFQC Saskatoon, had recently discovered a reel-to-reel tape of what could be Joni Mitchell's first recordings...recorded by Barry in 1963.   RUOK with an Instagrammer jumping into ponds to grab snakes? Plus, what has the pandemic made you shop for?  Believe it or not, guitars and cars. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours!!find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
9/17/202042 minutes, 58 seconds
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The Proof Is In The Pudding & Skinwalker Ranch

A lady in a Calgary Fabricland went on an anti-mask rant, prompting a discussion on boundaries. RUOK with finding out your partner cheated...at the wedding?  How bout a man lying about his sperm donation? Plus, Dave Scott from Spaced Out Radio talks about life in Venus's Clouds and Skinwalker Ranch. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours!!find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
9/16/202039 minutes, 9 seconds
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Just Keep Swimming & Dancing Away Your Troubles

In an ironic twist, ocean worlds could be hostile to life.  Water usually means life. But could too much water snuff out life before it has a chance to evolve?  Greg Fish explains... RUOK with gondola sabotage and Taco Bell wine? Plus, Gurdeep Pandher, the dancing man of the Yukon, shares his positive vibes with us, and twitter. Gurdeep has become one of Yukon’s most active ambassadors with his Bhangra videos. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours!!find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
9/15/202042 minutes, 57 seconds
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Covid Positive Parties & Paying Taxes....early?

RUOK with the Covid Positive partying together? The Toy Hall of Fame. Plus, producer Jason talks the sustainability of current sports. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours!!find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
9/14/202046 minutes, 24 seconds
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Voting with Clean Hands & Nic Cage: Tiger King

Shachi Kurl (Exec. Director of the Angus Reid Institute) discusses the idea of voting during the pandemic. RUOK with Nicolas Cage as The Tiger King? Plus, producer Chris tells the story of the time NZ lost its sh*t over a naughty "Irish" family... HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours!!find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
9/11/202041 minutes, 50 seconds
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What's Your Price For Flight? & Drawing Your Own License Plate

WestJet and the tale of the flight grounded over a mandatory mask dispute... RUOK with drawing your own license plate? Plus, Jil McIntosh (Auto Journalist) chats about the new Ford Bronco HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours!!find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
9/10/202051 minutes, 37 seconds
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Schooled By The Pandemic, Kitties & Sasquatch

Cases, restrictions, and how schools across the country are affected by the pandemic. RUOK with putting cameras in peoples gardens to monitor...cats? Plus, Dave Scott (Spaced Out Radio) and the search for sasquatch. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours!!find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
9/9/202046 minutes, 27 seconds
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The Shift Sewage Treatment Plant & E-Sports Athletes

Greg Fish on the boom for the workforce to learn to write code...but it's harder than it looks. RUOK with having a sewage treatment plant named after you? Plus, Shane speaks to Victor Ly (MRU Esports Program instructor and co-founder of the Alberta Esports Association) about the world of the technological athlete. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours!!find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
9/8/202049 minutes, 9 seconds
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Predictive Policing: Minority Report Becomes Reality

Jawn Jang interviews Cynthia Khoo (Tekhnos Law) about algorithmic policing...and how that leads the police to "predict" who could be breaking the law. 
9/4/202019 minutes, 21 seconds
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Double The Protection, Double The Fun & "Boneless Chicken Wings"

When it comes to sex...kissing is off the table.  Maureen McGrath (The Sunday Night Health Show) unpacks the recommendation to wear a mask during sex. RUOK with a Juicy Fruit Coffin? or a guy trying to ban the term "boneless chicken wings"? Plus, new contributor Jawn Jang with In Case You Missed It...David Blaine gets high....up in the sky. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours!!find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
9/3/202045 minutes, 12 seconds
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Putting the "Joy" in "Joyride"

A 12 year-old kid went on a joyride on the 401. Dave Scott from Spaced Out Radio...Dave has a tip from someone in the GOVERNMENT that there’s stuff about aliens afoot... Plus, new contributor Jawn Jang with In Case You Missed It...and there's a snake in a lady's belly...  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours!!find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
9/2/202046 minutes, 16 seconds
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Of Statues & Faceslaps

Your calls on the coming down of the John A. Macdonald statue. RUOK with playing Flight Simulator...as a passenger? Plus, In case you missed it with Jawn Jang! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours!!find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
9/1/202047 minutes, 6 seconds
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Deforestation & Pandemics

Deforestation is causing pandemics. This one and worse… in the future.  Chris Gilbert spoke with Terry Sunderland (UBC Prof of Forestry). 
8/28/202019 minutes, 49 seconds
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NHL Suspends Games & Live Long and Prosper

The NHL has suspended games in solidarity with anti-police brutality protests. RUOK with your wife spending an hour a day getting your disgusting 6 foot mohawk to stand erect? Plus, Eric chats with Rob Cottingham about his article How Star Trek (May Have) Saved BC from COVID-19. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours!!find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
8/28/202027 minutes, 58 seconds
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NBA Game 5 Boycott & Aussie Buried Treasure

Introducing new CKNW contributor and man about town, Jawn Jang. He’s here to talk about the NBA game 5 boycott. RUOK with not cutting your hair for 80 years? Plus, producer Chris Gilbert tells a tale of Aussie munters finding 500k and killing each other in court over it. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours!!find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
8/27/202048 minutes, 14 seconds
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Why Trump Might Win

It’s convention time in US politics - a time of nonsense pageantry, where the elite of the country pitch their marketing campaigns to wealthy donors and pretend its really for the voters.  With the economy down the tank and the Trump administration’s disastrous response to the public health crisis, you might think a Democratic victory in November is a sure bet. Just like everyone did in 2016. But those who ignore history are doomed to repeat it.  So Chris spoke to Jason Opal (Associate Professor and Department Chair in History) and he says Trump might be a shoe-in cause of two things: white supremacy and financial inequality. 
8/27/202031 minutes, 11 seconds
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Indigenous Studies & Getting Mad at Mittens...the Cat.

Indigenous Canada is an open online course from the faculty of Native Studies at the University of Alberta.  The course explores Indigenous histories and contemporary issues in Canada.  Tracy Bear (Asst. Prof, University of Alberta) discusses the course with Eric Chapman. RUOK with fruit thieves, and a doctor amputating your toe on his porch? Plus, producer Chris Gilbert gets mad at Mittens, New Zealand's heroic cat. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours!!find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
8/26/202050 minutes, 38 seconds
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A Sandwich of Sandwiches with (Greg) Fish In The Middle

We WERE going to cover Covid-related news...but then we asked folks what their favorite sandwiches are...the calls and texts poured in. Greg Fish joined us to discuss asteroid mining...but we also asked him about sandwiches. Plus, more Sandwich texts...sound-tracked with the Love Unlimited Orchestra. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours!!find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
8/25/202045 minutes, 33 seconds
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Youth In The Time of COVID, and Champagne Supernova Extinction?

Eric Chapman chats with Wolfgang Gmoser - Vancouverite with immunocompromised partner about life in COVID times. RUOK with a new batch of Sydney Australia ferries appearing to be death traps? Plus, Andrew C. Ferreira talks mass extinction. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours!!find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
8/24/202043 minutes, 40 seconds
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Life Under Glass: Mark Nelson Part 1

Mark Nelson, formerly of the Biosphere 2 project, gives Shane Hewitt further insight on his time in the Biosphere, and his book Life Under Glass: The Inside Story of Biosphere 2.
8/21/202018 minutes, 55 seconds
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Life Under Glass: Mark Nelson - Part 2

Mark Nelson, formerly of the Biosphere 2 project, gives Shane Hewitt further insight on his time in the Biosphere, and his book Life Under Glass: The Inside Story of Biosphere 2.
8/21/202015 minutes, 40 seconds
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Watch Out For Snakes & Life Under Glass

RUOK with a snake that keeps disappearing? Plus, Mark Nelson, formerly of the Biosphere 2 project, gives us further insight on his time in the Biosphere, and his book Life Under Glass: The Inside Story of Biosphere 2. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours!!find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
8/21/202046 minutes, 34 seconds
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Lego Up The Nose & Travelling During the Pandemic

RUOK with a piece of lego up your nose...for two years?  Plus, would you travel? Shane Hewitt chats with Claire Newell (Travel Best Bets) about the ins and outs of travelling during the pandemic. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours!!find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
8/20/202031 minutes, 2 seconds
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Okanagan Wildfires & Farmers in Drag

Updates on the Okanagan wildfires with Jesse Day (Penticton Western News) and Jules Knox (Global Okanagan) Callers give us their "Good News"...and RUOK with a farmer dressing in drag to pile dead animals on his rival's grave? Plus, Dave Scott from Spaced Out Radio! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours!!find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
8/19/202040 minutes, 46 seconds
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Alipay: Moving Money Between Countries

Shane Hewitt chats to Michelle Beyo (Founder & CEO, Finavator INC) about Alipay, and how it moves money between countries without paying taxes.
8/19/202022 minutes, 44 seconds
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Bill Morneau Resigns & Moving to Titan

Finance Minister Bill Morneau resigns...Shane chats to Duane Bratt (PhD, Political Science, Mount Royal University) and David Moscrop (Political theorist, University of Ottawa) to discuss the potential outcome of Morneau's resignation. And, Greg Fish on why we might have to move to Titan. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours!!find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
8/18/202051 minutes, 34 seconds
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Hacking & Heatwaves

Check-in with Brad Young(sitting in for Ryan Wrecker) from KMOX. Chat with Hank Fordham - Ethical Hacker/Instructor at Centurion Defence & ReTrain. R U Ok with looting a Ronald McDonald House? Plus weird science with "Meteorologist" Andrew C Ferreira. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours!!find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
8/17/202052 minutes, 42 seconds
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Life in a Biosphere & 'Roo on the Loose

Eight people gone mad in Arizona: how a lockdown experiment went horribly wrong... RUOK with an eight year old being led away in handcuffs? And, In Case You Missed It with producer Chris...in which a kangaroo went on the loose in Miami. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours!!find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
8/14/202050 minutes, 22 seconds
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"Covid Confessions" & Hootin' n' Hollerin'

It's August...and the mask discussion goes on. Our callers tell us their "Covid Confessions"... RUOK with hooting and hollering in your town? And, In Case You Missed It with producer Chris...in which a naked German man chases after a wild boar who stole his stuff. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours!!find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
8/13/202048 minutes, 9 seconds
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Kamala Harris, I Choose You & Anti-Vaxxer Witchcraft

Joe Biden picks Kamala Harris as his running mate. An off-the-cuff discussion of "pet" names, and RUOK with Anti-Vaxxer witches? And, Dave Scott of Spaced Out Radio...with stories of ghosts. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours!!find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
8/12/202047 minutes, 28 seconds
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Becoming a Dad, and Having Space Turkey

Emotional talk with a caller who became a father and lost his mother on the same day Chat about mental health World of Weird Things with Greg Fish - even AI needs to “sleep” Weird Science with Andrew Ferreira
8/11/202045 minutes, 37 seconds
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Delivering Ourselves from Predatory Delivery Apps

Shane Hewitt chats with Mark von Schellwitz about 3rd party delivery apps RUOK with a girl being punished for taking a picture of the crowded hallways in her school? What about taking a plane?
8/10/202041 minutes, 9 seconds
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Un-Masking Conspiracies & Obsessed with Average Size

Eric Chapman chats with an organizer of the Un-Mask rallies. Maureen McGrath (The Sunday Night Health Show) discusses why men are so obsessed with the size of their... And, producer Chris with In Case You Missed It!  (plus we try to hook up a listener with a date...) HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours!!find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
8/7/202050 minutes, 59 seconds
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Who's Excited About "Who's The Boss"? & Onions

The Lebanese community in Canada struggle to come to terms with the explosion in Beirut RUOK with Who's The Boss? coming back to television? And we chat about the recent recall of onions with Prof. Sylvain Charlebois.  HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours!!find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
8/6/202046 minutes, 46 seconds
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Devastating Explosion in Lebanon

More than 70 people are dead and thousands are injured after a massive explosion shook Lebanon’s capital Beirut on Tuesday.  The explosion is thought to have been thousands of pounds of ammonium nitrate set off fire in a neighboring warehouse. RUOK with trucking diesel?  Our trucker friends weigh in. And, In Case You Missed It...A racist tirade in an Alberta liquor store, and Andrew Lloyd Weber hates "Cats".   HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours!!find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
8/5/202042 minutes, 1 second
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The Border Remains Closed & What's In A Nickname?

The US/Canada border may remain closed for months...We chat to immigration lawyer Len Saunders about  what that might mean for both countries. Greg Fish discusses his article: China is creating the blueprint for totalitarian techno-idiocracy... Plus, crazy nicknames, and RUOK with cruise ships still operating? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours!!find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
8/4/202046 minutes, 50 seconds
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Why are we playing baseball again?

Tonight on The Shift, Shane chats with Ryan Wrecker at Overnight America in St. Louis. We also talk about whether sports should be happening right now, and are you okay with TikTok maybe getting the axe? As well - a bit of science from Andrew
8/3/202046 minutes, 47 seconds
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Testify, Trudeau & Following Your Dreams on a Tandem Bike

Trudeau testifies...do Canadians care, or are they getting sick of hearing about the scandals? Radio personality Chris Scheetz rode Zamboni from Calgary to Edmonton to raise money for Edmonton’s Food Bank...Scheetz tells us how it went! Plus, two women have broken the world record for the fastest time circumnavigating the globe on a tandem bicycle.  Cat Dixon, 54, and Raz Marsden, 55, accomplished the feat in 263 days, beating the previous record of 281 days.  Producer Chris Gilbert chats with them. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours!!find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
7/31/202048 minutes, 27 seconds
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Riding Zambonis for Food & A Lost Bear is Found

Radio personality Chris Scheetz will be riding a Zamboni from Calgary to Edmonton to raise money for Edmonton’s Food Bank... RUOK with dogs who can detect COVID-19? A woman who lost a stuffed bear containing a recorded message from her late mother...the bear was returned to her, and Mara Soriano tells us her story. And, In Case You Missed It with producer Chris Gilbert!  Smoked eels and prosthetic legs... HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours!!find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
7/30/202040 minutes, 3 seconds
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WE Won't Answer The Question & Scheduled Sex

The brothers Kielburger were elusive while being questioned.... Maureen McGrath (host of the Sunday Night Health Show) fills us in on "scheduled sex"... And, In Case You Missed It with producer Chris Gilbert! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours!!find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
7/29/202042 minutes, 17 seconds
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Cats, Rats, Elephants (and Penguins) Make Great Pets

Shane opened the show asking...what is your favorite animal?  The phones and texts blew up. Greg Fish with his article: We’ll hit peak humanity soon, and we don’t know what happens next... RUOK with: People loosening your lug nuts? And, In Case You Missed It with Andrew Ferreira! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours!!find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In.
7/28/202052 minutes, 25 seconds