The Morning Brew with Andrew Schultz

Canada has consistently fallen short on its obligation to NATO to spend two-percent of GDP on the military. Is it feasible to get to two-percent and what sort of impact would it have if we hit that target? We discuss with Eugene Lang, Professor from the ‘School of Policy Studies’ at Queen’s University.   Do you know what it looks like when someone is drowning? Do you know how to respond if you see...

We’ve been feeling the ‘heat’ in the city of Calgary over the past several days and we’re not alone. Many cities across North America and Europe are currently under the grips of a heatwave. So, is this the “new normal” and how do we adapt to rising global temperatures? We discuss with Altaf Arain, Professor of “Earth, Environment and Society” at McMaster University.   It’s an incredibly ambitious...

The plebiscite happened last year and Calgarians voted in favour of having fluoride added back into the city’s drinking water supply, but the timeline has been bumped for implementation to 2024. We talk about the importance of adding the supplement and what sort of a difference it will make in Dental Health with Calgary-based Dentist, Roger Shinkaruk.   Scammers are going to find a way to ‘scam’,...

Artificial intelligence is meant to improve how we live and work, but it can also be used to create manipulative online content. We discuss how to recognize and address ‘engineered’ ads and content with Robert Gehl, Research Chair of Digital Governance for Social Justice at York University.   Our Canadian Women kickoff the 2023 World cup tonight against Nigeria. We take the opportunity to look at...

The FIFA Women’s World Cup kicks-off tonight in Australia, and as these athletes walk onto the world stage its time we shine a light on the struggle for equality in sport and the work that needs to be done. Treisha Hylton - Assistant Professor, Faculty of Social Work at Wilfrid Laurier University, joined us this morning to discuss.

The cost of rent in Canada is dwarfing minimum wage in every province. We discuss what needs to be done to address this widespread disparity with Ricardo Tranjan, Senior Researcher with ‘The Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives’.   Five years ago it sounded like science fiction, but now researchers from the University of Alberta are a step closer to making the cryopreservation of human tissue a...

Late last week Hollywood’s ‘Screen Actors Guild’ walked off the job in solidarity with the Writers Guild of America. We had the chance to discuss how the strike action will impact Calgary’s film industry - with Luke Azavedo – ‘Operations and Film Commissioner’ with Calgary Economic Development. “Hope’s Cradle” is a place for moms to safely leave a baby they can’t care for - and a second location i...

Hope’s Cradle is a place for moms to safely leave a baby they can’t care for. A second location is coming to Calgary - and joining us with details is the woman behind the initiative to have Hope’s Cradle locations in Calgary, Jordan Guildford.

Have you heard of “digital nomads?” The Canadian government has and they want to incentivize digital nomads to Canada. Joining us with details is Global News Digital Journalist - Uday Rana. Good morning!

Last week at the NATO Leaders’ Summit, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced $541 million in new funding and resources to support Ukraine and strengthen transatlantic security. We get the latest on the war between Russia and Ukraine from Andrew Rasiulis – Fellow at the ‘Canadian Global Affairs Institute.’ Alberta’s first “Mental Health Park” opened last week in Calgary. We hear details on what m...

The Black Sea grain deal between Ukraine and Russia has been suspended. We get the latest on the war between Russia and Ukraine following last week's NATO summit with Andrew Rasiulis - Fellow at the Canadian Global Affairs Institute and an expert in Eastern European affairs.

The Provincial government is looking into the feasibility of health spending accounts for Albertans. We’ll discuss the ‘pros and cons’ of the proposed plan – with Lorian Hardcastle – Assistant Professor in the Faculty of Law – from the University of Calgary.   Next – we hear details of an exciting new partnership between a Calgary-based tech company – and sports giant “Adidas”. We speak with Madis...

What is the state of Calgary's housing market? We get the latest from Justin Havre - Realtor with Justin Havre and Associates, Remax First.

The latest ‘Bank of Canada’ rate-hike means interest rates are now the highest they’ve been in 22 years! We speak with Bruce Sellery, CEO of ‘Credit Canada’ for details on how the ‘bump’ will impact the average homeowner – and what YOU can do, if you’re not able to ‘make ends meet’.   Next, do you plan on rolling up your sleeve for a COVID booster? The National Advisory Committee on Immunization i...

If you’re looking for something delicious away from the Stampede grounds, we have the details from the latest issue of Savour Calgary Magazine - Camie Leard, editor of Savour Calgary MagazIne is back with us to chat.

NATO leaders are in Lithuania discussing how to best continue to support Ukraine’s fight against Russia. We get the latest on the Summit from Global News’ Chief Political Correspondent, David Akin. Strike action at BC Ports has been going on now for over 10 days. Financial experts estimate the strike is costing the economy at least $500 million a day. We discuss the issue - and the impact it’s hav...

This morning, we’ll caught-up with our friends from the Wilder Institute Calgary Zoo and chat about the amazing conservation work happening in and around our city. This morning, we chatted with Caitlin Slade - Manager of Animal Care at the Archibald Biodiversity Centre & Wildlife Conservation Centre.

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and NATO allies are meeting in Lithuania this week. We get details on what’s on the agenda and how the member countries plan to continue to support Ukraine – with Steve Saideman – Paterson Chair in International Affairs at Carleton University. Healthcare will be top-of-mind during the meeting of Canada’s premiers in Manitoba this week….What needs to be done to address...

According to a new study – thirty-six per cent of Canadian workers say they’re more burned out now than a year ago….So - what can employers do to help address the mental health of employees? We tackle the topic with Claudine Mangen, Professor in ‘Responsible Organizations’ from Concordia University. Don’t be the Cowboy or Cowgirl , who “throws up” on the Boss’ Cowboy Boots! We get some tips on how...

We’re all feeling the ‘pinch’ of the Federal Carbon Tax, particularly after the increase at the gas pumps that came into effect July 1st. But did you know that the Carbon Tax is lower in Quebec than anywhere in Canada? We discuss the ‘discounted’ rate Quebecers are receiving with Franco Terrazzano, Federal Director of the Canadian Taxpayers Federation.   Ever wonder what it takes to set up the ‘ma...

From wildfires to tornados - we are no strangers to extreme weather - but as extreme weather events due to climate change grow, how can we support displaced people? Joining us to discuss is Maureen Silcoff - an Immigration and Refugee Lawyer based in Toronto.

Our friends at Roma's Pizzeria Calgary dropped off some pies this morning fit for your Stampede Party!

Scrapping ‘best before’ dates will help the average Canadian household cut-down on food waste and save money, that’s according to the findings of a Government Committee aimed at urging Ottawa to re-examine food labeling. We discuss the topic with Janet Music from the “Agri-Food Analytics Lab” at Dalhousie University.   The strike at the BC Port is costing Canada millions of dollars a day. We get t...

Calgary has a ton of great spots to checkout for food and drink this summer! This morning, we're discussing the best patios to checkout this summer with Linda Garson, Editor-in-Chief "Culinaire Magazine".

A week after the failed Russia coup by the Wagner Group, what is the situation in Russia? We discuss with Elliot Tepper, Professor in the Department of Political Science at Carleton University.