The Morning Brew with Andrew Schultz

We begin with news that City Council has approved 5 new communities for Calgary.  We discuss the move and explore the impact the decision will have on ‘urban sprawl’ in city with Ward 3 Councilor Jasmine Mian. Then we head stateside for an update on news making headlines South of the border. We catch up with Jennifer Johnson, Global News Washington Correspondent, for a look at President Joe Biden’...

We begin with a look at Wednesday night’s UCP leadership debate held in Medicine Hat. We get the thoughts of Geoffrey Hale, Professor of Political Science at the University of Lethbridge. Next, it’s our monthly conversation with the Calgary Chamber. We speak with Ruhee Ismail-Teja, the Chamber’s Director of Policy and Communications. Ruhee brings us details on the impact this year’s Stampede had o...

We begin with a wrap-up of the Pope’s visit to Alberta which concluded Tuesday, following Mass at Commonwealth Stadium. We speak with Jeremy Bergen, a Professor of Religious Studies from the University of Waterloo, for his thoughts on how the Pope’s apology was received here in the Province and if the Catholic Church needs to go further. Premier Jason Kenney announced the removal of the Provincial...

We begin with an update on Pope Francis’ apology at the former Ermineskin Indian Residential School. We get details on how it unfolded, from Global News Edmonton Anchor, Eileen Bell. Next, we continue our conversation surrounding the Pope’s visit. We get reaction to the apology from Matthew Wildcat, a member of the Indigenous Community and a Professor of Political Science from the University of Al...

We begin with a look at the Pope’s visit to the Province, which began Sunday with his arrival in Edmonton. We speak with Global News Edmonton Reporter Eileen Bell for details on the Pope’s agenda over the coming days. Firefighters worked hard over the weekend to get control of the fire raging outside of Nordegg. We get an update on the current wildfire situation in the Province from Alberta Wildfi...

We begin with our weekly conversation with Mayor Jyoti Gondek. We get the Mayor’s thoughts on this year’s edition of The Calgary Stampede and discuss the future of the ‘Green Line’ LRT project amid rising costs influenced by record high inflation, and increased lending rates. Pope Francis touches down in Edmonton on Sunday. What does this mean to the Indigenous Community? We discuss the significan...

We begin with an update on the ‘state’ of COVID in Canada. From the return of random testing at select airports to the eligibility to receive a 4th dose of vaccine in Alberta. We get the latest from Dr. Iris Gorfinkle, Family Doctor, Vaccine Researcher and founder of “PrimeHealth Research”. Next, we ‘flip through’ the pages of a new book taking aim at racism. We speak with New York Times Bestselli...

We begin with a look at what’s being referred to as “energy blackmail” by the Russians. We speak with Professor Christian Leuprecht from the Royal Military College for details on the situation surrounding the controversial role Canada is playing by sending a recently repaired energy turbine, back home to Germany. Next it’s called ‘The Role Model Effect’ and it could be applied to the upcoming UCP...

We begin with a look at what’s being called the ‘Digital Skills Gap’ the increasing need for tech-savvy employees, which simply isn’t being met right now by the Canadian workforce. We discuss the issue and what can be done to remedy it with Caleb Walker from “withyouwithme.com”. Next, we’ve all heard the saying “An Apple a Day Keeps the Doctor Away” but is it time to replace that Apple with an Avo...

We begin with an update on the UCP leadership race. Ten candidates have officially thrown their hats into the ring in a bid to be the next leader, we discuss the race with MRU Political Science Professor Lori Williams. Who’s considered the front-runner at this point, and what we can expect to see unfold on the campaign trail between now, and the October 6th vote? Next, we ask the question: “What’s...

We begin with a look at the continuing conversation surrounding the increasing cost of living – from fuel – to food - to housing.  While the terms ‘inflation’ and ‘shrinkflation’ are nothing new - do you know what ‘greedflation’ is? We get the definition from Janet Music, of the “Agri-Food Analytics Lab” at Dalhousie University. Then, we take a look at the Bank of Canada interest rate hike, what t...

We begin with a look at how both the Pandemic and record-high inflation rates are impacting the retirement plans of Canadians. We get some insight from David Gunn, President of Edward Jones Canada. Next, it’s been a tough couple of years for all of us, and has certainly been hard on post-secondary students, many of which have been forced to ‘pause’ their schooling or push back their graduation. We...

We begin with a look at the fall-out from last week’s Roger’s Wireless outage. We get the latest from David Soberman, Professor of Communications from the University of Toronto – including suggestions coming from the Federal Government to prevent future large-scale interruptions of service. Food insecurity and famine conditions are devastating Ethiopia. We discuss the dire situation with Andrew Ha...

We begin with the annual Premier’s Stampede Breakfast, the last one being hosted by Jason Kenney. We get details on how this year’s event unfolded, with Global News Reporter, Jayme Doll. Next, a ‘snapshot’ of the impact the 2022 Stampede is having on Calgary’s hospitality industry. We speak with Sol Zia, Executive Director of the Calgary Hotel Association on the current level of bookings and if th...

Boris Johnson announced he's stepping down immediately as leader of the U-K's Conservative Party, but will stay on as P-M until a successor is chosen. We got all the details from Global News Europe Bureau Chief, Crystal Goomansingh. For every MINUTE that Toronto and Vancouver host World Cup soccer games, taxpayers will be on the hook for $644,000. We break down whether its worth it, with Jay Goldb...

We begin with a new study on homeownership in Canada – which indicates millions of Canadians believe they will be in the rental market forever. We get details on the study with Romana King, Senior Finance Editor with “Finder.com”. Next, we learn about a new ‘home grown’ cancer and cardiovascular screening pilot program that’s being called a potential game-changer. We speak with Mike Kuzmickas, CEO...

A new cancer and cardiovascular screening pilot program could be a game changer for the Canadian healthcare system. With details, we spoke with Mike Kuzmickas - Chief Executive Officer, Ichor Health.

Then we speak with Andrew Rasiulius, Fellow at the Canadian Global Affairs Institute and an expert in European Affairs. Andrew brings us an update on the Russian Invasion of Ukraine and the latest in the bid by both Sweden and Finland to join NATO. Will rising interest rates force ‘would be’ homebuyers to change their plans or maybe decide to not get into the market in the first place? We hear det...

Ahead of ‘Canada Day’ we discuss what it means to be Canadian and how our nation is perceived internationally. We get the thoughts of former Canadian Ambassador, Sabine Nölke. Are you struggling to find a family doctor? If so, you’re not alone. We discuss the doctor shortage in our Province and explore what can be done to attract more physicians with Dr. Vesta Michelle Warren, President of the Alb...