The Morning Brew with Andrew Schultz

Today we caught up with Lea Randall - Senior Manager of Conservation Operations at Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo to discuss the important conservation efforts happening right here in our city!

The Federal government has promised to increase provincial healthcare transfers by $196 billion over the next 10 years, but is this enough to get Canada's healthcare system off of life-support? Joining us to discuss the current situation is Chris Gallaway - Executive Director of Friends of Medicare.

It's Better Breathing Week and the Lung Health Foundation is holding a big, virtual conference. Joining to discuss is lung cancer survivor and advocate, Diane Colton. hcp.lunghealth.ca

It's a bird, it's a plane….it’s….it’s…..a Chinese weather balloon? We discuss the concerns surrounding China's violation of US & Canada airspace earlier this week with Mercedes Stephenson, Global News Ottawa Bureau Chief – and Host of “The West Block”. With the growing demand for electric vehicles - can Canada’s electric grid keep up with the increased need for ‘charging stations’? We get some ans...

With allied tanks on their way to Ukraine, will it be enough to put Ukraine on the offensive? 348 days into the war with Russia – we get an update on the conflict with Marcus Kolga – Founder of “DisinfoWatch.org” and a Senior Fellow at the Macdonald-Laurier Institute. Alberta's energy industry is in a transitional phase - what does this mean for workers in the energy sector? We discuss a new repor...

Alberta's energy industry is in a transitional phase - what does that mean for workers in the energy sector? Ian Hussey, Parkland Institute research manager, joined us to discuss.

Black History Month is a time to reflect on the significant contributions members of the black community have made to the fabric of our society, and a time to reflect on ways be to be a better ally. This morning we're discuss how to create a more inclusive workplace with Kiljon Shukullari - HR Advisory Manager, at HR consulting firm Peninsula Canada.

How much does government debt cost Canadian taxpayers? We speak with Jake Fuss, Senior Economist with the Fraser Institute for details on a new study that breaks down the impact National debt has on your bottom line.  Why on earth do we look to groundhogs to predict the forecast? In ‘observance’ of Groundhog Day, we chat with Wildlife Expert Michael Runtz to learn about the unique creatures that w...

February is Black History Month! To honour the month, today we're chatting with an award-winning writer, editor, spoken word artist and poetry teacher at the University of Toronto - Andrea Thompson. You've just released a beautiful spoken word album (we heard a piece coming into this interview) - tell us about why black history month is so important to you? https://andreathompson.ca/the-good-word....

What is the state of homelessness in Canada and how does Calgary compare nationally? We get the latest stats released earlier this week, from Dr. Cheryl Forchuk, Assistant Scientific Director at ‘Lawson Health Research’. Flight delays and cancellations have become commonplace over the past few months. What is the hospitality and tourism industry doing to address the issues and make-it-right for Ca...

What kind of demand exists for hydrogen, and could Alberta become a global leader? Malcolm Bruce - CEO of Edmonton Global joined us to discuss.

Almost one year into the conflict, can the Canadian Military continue to provide robust aid and resources to help Ukraine in the battle against Russian aggressors? We discuss the topic with Mercedes Stephenson, Global News Ottawa Bureau Chief and Host of “The West Block”. Road rage and the dangers for drivers. Have we become more aggressive when we’re behind the wheel? We explore the phenomenon of...

WELCOME TO THE MWSA PODCAST FOR MONDAY, JANUARY 30TH.   Could nuclear power revolutionize the Canadian energy industry? We discuss the potential and hear about how nuclear could be very helpful to Alberta’s oil and gas sectors with John Gorman, President and CEO of the “Canadian Nuclear Association”.   How much do you know about ‘vertical farming’? We learn about the practice and hear about a cutt...

We begin with our weekly conversation with Mayor Jyoti Gondek. This time out, the Mayor shares details of this week’s meeting between Council and the UCP government. 4 weeks into the New Year and the US has already had 40 mass shootings. We head state-side for reaction to this ‘grim’ trend, and the latest headlines making news in the U.S. with Jennifer Johnson, Global News Washington Correspondent...

We've partnered with The Mash for "Pay-it-Forward Fridays!" Every week someone will win 100 bucks for some of the best pizza in town! Go online at QRCalgary.com to nominate an outstanding community member!

We begin with a topic every resident seems to have an opinion on the ‘Event Centre’. Our Dave McIvor took the topic to the street, this time out to hear why Calgarians think the project needs to happen. The massive merger of communications giants Rogers and Shaw is one-step closer to becoming a reality. We speak with Ben Klass, PhD Candidate from Carleton University, for his reaction to this week’...

Is the Federal Government’s “Just Transition” stance on the oil & gas industry a death sentence for Alberta's energy sector? We tackle the timely topic with Mercedes Stephenson, Global News Ottawa Bureau Chief and Host of “The West Block”. Next, we discuss Premier Danielle Smith’s appointment of Preston Manning to lead the provincial ‘COVID-19’ response review. We get the thoughts of MRU Political...

Last week, the city approved the ‘Westbrook Local Area Plan’. If you haven't sat down and read through the 134-page document outlining the plan, not to worry. We discuss the scope and impact on the communities involved, with two city planners who’ve been working on the project. On a somewhat related topic, after being empty for a number of years, another Calgary office tower is getting new life! W...

After being empty for many years, a Calgary office tower is getting new life. Calgary based People First Developments is in charge of the latest office tower to residential conversion, and Maxim Olshevsky, CEO of Astra Group Corp & Managing Director of Peoplefirst Developments, joined us with the details.

The city has approved the Westbrook Local Area Plan, but have you had the chance to look into the details around the city's new Westbrook Local Area Plan? Well, if you didn't get a chance to read the 134-page plan. The co-lead planners for the project are in studio to discuss the scope and impact. - Peter Schryvers, Senior Planner & Christine Brunnen, Planner for Local Area Planning, with The City...

What issues exist with Canada's bail system and how can it be improved to better serve not only the public, but the accused as well? Recent high-profile crimes allegedly committed by accused people out on bail, have raised questions about Canada's bail system. With insight we spoke with Carolyn Yule, Associate Professor of Sociology at the University of Guelph.

It's our weekly segment aimed at helping you achieve your goals and live your best life! Joining us this morning to talk about the power of the playlist is Award-Winning Calgary Music Therapist, Author & Speaker Jennifer Buchanan.

We begin with our weekly conversation with Mayor Jyoti Gondek. This time out, the Mayor lays out details of the city’s long-term plan to ban ‘single use’ plastics, and we discuss the revitalization talks surrounding the SW community of Westbrook. The US has hit its borrowing limit of 31.4 trillion dollars. How will the Federal government address such an astronomical level of debt? We speak with Ja...

Earlier this week, Minister of National Defence Anita Anand announced further support for Ukraine in the form of armored vehicles. We hear what this support will look like including the specific type of vehicles being offered up from the Canadian military from Andrew Rasiulius, Fellow at the Canadian Global Affairs Institute and an expert in Eastern European Affairs. From the return of a legendary...

We begin with our first monthly chat of 2023 with Calgary Police Chief Mark Neufeld. This time out, we discuss how the CPS is tackling catalytic converter thefts and hear what the Chief sees as ‘crime trends’ to watch over the next 12 months in the city. How has inflation changed your grocery shopping? We discuss how food costs have impacted not only our budgets but also the nutritional quality of...