The Morning Brew with Andrew Schultz

 We continue our "Back-to-Work" series and hear about a unique approach businesses can use to engage their employees when it comes to health and wellness, we speak with Laura Putnam - Founder and CEO of Motion Infusion.

We begin with a conversation surrounding the future of the Monarchy, specifically whether we, as a nation, should cut ties with the Monarchy. We discuss the idea with Professor Allan Hutchinson from the Osgoode Hall Law School, York University.   Then we continue our “Back to Work” series. This time out, we look at the role businesses play in the ‘health and wellness’ of their employees. We speak...

We begin with latest from the UK and the continuing preparations surrounding the funeral of Queen Elizabeth. We head to London and speak with Ben O’Hara-Byrne host of “A Little More Conversation”. Next, we continue our “Back to Work” series. This time out, we learn about the growing number of Canadians finding work in the so-called “Gig Economy”. We discuss the trend with Jim Stanford, Economist a...

Companies are pushing to bring employees back into the office full-time but this transition can be difficult on your furry friend. As part of our back-to-work series, we are looking at ways to ease separation anxiety on your 4 legged friend! With insight we are spoke with Dr. Sarah Machell - Vetster Medical Director.

The passing of Queen Elizabeth II has affected many people in many different ways. This morning we spoke with Andy Johnstone, who recently emigrated from the UK to Calgary.

We begin with our weekly conversation with Mercedes Stephenson – Global News Ottawa Bureau Chief, and Host of ‘The West Block’. We discuss the future of the CPC party now that Pierre Pollievre has won the leadership race and the impact the death of Queen Elizabeth is having on Canadians. Next, an update on the war in Ukraine. Details on the latest from the battlefield, where Ukrainian forces have...

We begin with the CPC Leadership Race, where Pierre Pollievre won the top seat over the weekend – with close to 70% of the vote. We break down the result and discuss what the future holds for the party with Tim Powers, Political Commentator, and Chairman of “Summa Strategies”. Heading back to the office can be stressful for those who have worked remotely throughout the Pandemic. Our Dave McIvor lo...

We begin in the UK and a conversation with Former Journalist and Business Owner, Kenni James. Kenni brings us reaction, from London on the death of Queen Elizabeth the Second.   Then we continue our coverage on the death of the Queen and the introduction of King Charles the Third. We discuss the legacy of the longest serving Monarch in history with Josh Traptow from the ‘Monarchist League of Canad...

With high interest rates and inflation at record numbers, how can Canadian's budget for the rising cost of living? We get exper6t insight from Kelley Keehn - Personal Finance Educator, Best-selling author of "Talk Money To Me."

We begin with an update on the apprehension of the final suspect in last weekend’s deadly stabbing spree in Saskatchewan. We get the latest from Global News Reporter Nathaniel Dove.   Then we continue the conversation on the grisly attack, but this time with a focus on the ‘generational trauma’ attached not only to the attack, but the indigenous communities where it took place. We get the thoughts...

We begin with an update on the hunt for the suspect of last weekend’s deadly stabbing in Saskatchewan. We get the latest from Global News Reporter, Nathaniel Dove.   Then we continue the conversation on the Saskatchewan tragedy. We speak with Registered Psychologist Kimberly Knull on the impact traumatic events can have on our mental health and the resources available for those having a tough time...

WELCOME TO THE MWSA PODCAST FOR TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 6th.   We begin with a look at the CPC Leadership race, specifically the campaign of front-runner Pierre Polievre. We speak with Sam Routley, Political Science PhD Student from Western University, on why Polievre’s campaign appeals to young PC voters.   Back to school can be a stressful time for students. How can you tell if your student just has...

We begin with our monthly conversation with Mayor Jyoti Gondek. This time out, the Mayor shares her thoughts on what needs to be done to address the increase in violence on Calgary streets.    It's been a summer plagued by flight cancellations and delays. Now US airlines are under pressure from the Biden administration to step-up for consumers. We get details from Global News Washington Correspond...

The Alberta government announced a 13.2 billion dollar surplus in this week’s fiscal update - will Albertans see any of this financial windfall? We talked about what the money means to the Province, with Moshe Lander, Economics Professor at Concordia University.   Canadians have opened up their homes to support Ukrainians leaving their war-torn country. We talked with Barry Wright, who has generou...

The Alberta government has announced a 13.2 billion dollar surplus in yesterday's fiscal update - will Albertans see any of this financial windfall? We discussed with Concordia University Economics Professor, Moshe Lander.

Parents and students are feeling the pinch this fall as they prepare to fund supplies for a new school year. We spoke with Sarah Stachiw, Public Relations & Communication Specialist at Bromwich + Smith, to discuss managing finances for the fall semester.

We begin with a look at the life of former Soviet President Mikhail Gorbachev, who passed away on Tuesday at the age of 91. We discuss how the transformational leader will be remembered in history, with Oleksa Drachewych, Professor of History at Western University.   Next, a recap of Tuesday night’s UCP leadership debate – the last debate in the race to replace Premier Jason Kenney, which wraps up...

We begin with our weekly conversation with Mercedes Stephenson, Global News Ottawa Bureau Chief and Host of “The West Block”. This week, Mercedes brings us the latest on the incident earlier this week that saw Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland being harassed and threatened in Grande Prairie.   Kids head back to the classroom this week, the first "normal" return since 2019. But what precautio...

Author Dana Goldstein has a new book out, and the timing is perfect with the kids heading back to school. In "Spent: My Accidental Career in Retail", Dana talks about her failed career as a retail manager - but also offers up some tips for parents heading to the mall for school supplies. Dana joined us to give us a little synopsis of the new book.

We begin with a look at the proposed National Dental Care plan put forth by the Federal NDP. We discuss what such a plan would mean to Canadians, and how it would work with Brandon Doucet, a Dental Surgeon and founder of the ‘Coalition for Dental Care’.   Have mosquitos put a ‘damper’ on your outdoor summer fun? We catch up with Dr. Ted Jablonski for details on an interesting new study that sheds...

We begin with an update on news making headlines South of the border. We catch up with Jackson Proskow, Global News Washington Bureau Chief, for details on a busy week in the US, including this week’s FBI search of Donald Trump’s Mara-a-Lago property.   Next, it’s “Pride Week” in Calgary. We learn about one of the premier events which kick off the week, the ‘Pride Patio Party’, and the organizatio...

We begin with a look at the war in Ukraine. At the beginning of the Russian invasion, Canadians dug deep to support the Ukrainian people. But now, six-months in, are we doing enough to help? We discuss with Shannon Craig, Chief Marketing Officer with “Canada Helps”.   Then, it’s our monthly conversation with “The Calgary Chamber”. We speak with Ruhee Ismail-Teja, the Chamber’s Director of Policy a...

Canada's unemployment rate is at 4.9 percent - a record low. Yet, Canada’s labour market remains exceptionally tight, with over one million job vacancies across the country. What do companies need to do to retain talent? This morning, John MacKinlay, CEO Caary Capital joined us to discuss.

We begin with a look at the war in Ukraine. The conflict entered its 6 month on the same day Ukrainians celebrated their ‘Independence Day’. We look back at the past 6 months, and ahead to what may come for the war-torn country with Christian Leuprecht, Professor at the Royal Military College and Senior Fellow at the Macdonald-Laurier Institute.   Still on the topic of the Russian invasion of Ukra...