The Morning Brew with Andrew Schultz

We begin with our weekly conversation with Mercedes Stephenson, Global News Ottawa Bureau Chief and Host of “The West Block”. Mercedes brings us an update on the news last week that Chinese Fighter Pilots ‘buzzed’ Canadian Jets in International air-space. Mercedes has the latest on the incident - including reaction from Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. The price at the pump continues to rise with no...

We begin with a look at the Federal Government’s “Action Plan” to address violence against Indigenous Women. We get reaction to the plan from Lynne Groulx CEO of the “Native Women’s Association of Canada”.  She explains why her organization is giving the Government a “failing grade” on the document. How much do you know about “Monkeypox”? We catch up with Dr. Ted Jablonski, our “on-call family phy...

Every Friday morning, we get an update on all the important things affecting Calgarians, when we check in with Mayor Jyoti Gondek.  This morning we talked to the Mayor about the costs of the Calgary Climate Strategy, the new street harassment bylaw amendment and the back-to-work plans for city employees. Nominations for the Calgary Small Business Awards are now open. We get the details on the cate...

We begin with an update on the Russian Invasion of Ukraine. Just over three-months into the conflict, what is the Russian ‘endgame’ and are Ukrainian allies doing enough to help the war-torn country? We get the thoughts of Robert Huish, Professor of International Development Studies from Dalhousie University. Many women in Calgary are feeling unsafe on city streets these days and are taking steps...

We begin with a look at the Bank of Canada’s Interest rate announcement on Wednesday,  an increase of one-half of a percentage point. We discuss how the ‘bump’ will impact the average Canadian with Sung Lee, Licensed Mortgage Agent with “rates-dot-ca”. Next, we examine the link between childhood anxiety and issues later in life. We hear details on new research on the topic from a Professor of Psyc...

How can we make our communities and workplaces accessible inclusive for the 21 percent of Albertans 15 and older living with a disability? Joining us to discuss is Jason Luan, MLA for Calgary-Foothills and Minister of Community and Social Services. Good morning, Minister Luan.

We begin with our weekly conversation with Mercedes Stephenson, Global News Ottawa Bureau Chief and Host of “The West Block”.  Mercedes brings us details on yesterday’s announcement by the Federal Government to increase legislation around gun ownership in an effort to curb gun violence in Canada. Next, we continue the discussion on the new legislation. We hear from the ‘Coalition for Gun Control’...

We begin with an update on last week’s tragic school shooting in Texas.  Global News National Correspondent, Heather Yourex-West brings us the latest from Uvalde Texas following a weekend full of emotional tributes to the 21 victims. Are you having difficulty finding a Family Doctor?  If so, you’re not alone.  News stats point to the number of Doctors accepting new patients have dropped by half in...

We begin with our weekly conversation with Mayor Jyoti Gondek.  No question the Calgary Flames playoff run had a positive impact on many local businesses but will this year’s on-ice success be enough to move the ‘Event Centre Project’ further ahead to becoming a reality? We’ll discuss with the Mayor. Next, we head South of the border, we catch up with Global News Washington Correspondent Reggie Ce...

It is the final Battle of the Morning Shows after the Edmonton Oilers beat the Calgary Flames last night, ending the Battle of Alberta series.   Sue and Andy are joined by 630 CHED's morning team, Daryl McIntyre and Chelsea Bird.

We begin with a look at the horrific school shooting that took place Tuesday at a Texas elementary school. We hear reaction of President Joe Biden on the incident and share our listener’s thoughts on the issue of gun violence and gun control in the United States.  It has now been 3 months since Russia first invaded Ukraine. What needs to be done to bring this conflict to an end? We'll discuss, wit...

According to Stats Canada, an estimated 37% of adult Canadians have experienced tinnitus in the past year. Now, new research is exploring the link between tinnitus and sleep in hopes of developing a treatment. With details, we spoke with Linus Milinski, Doctoral student in the Department of Physiology, Anatomy and Genetics at University of Oxford

We begin with our weekly ‘spotlight’ on Canadian Politics. Mercedes Stephenson, Global News Ottawa Bureau Chief and Host of “The West Block” joins us with details on her conversation with UCP Leadership Candidate Danielle Smith and an update on the newly announced Huawei ‘5G’ ban in Canada. Inflation has hit everyone and grocery bills continue to climb. We speak with Janet Music from the Agri-Food...

We begin with our weekly conversation with Mayor Jyoti Gondek. With Flames fever in full-swing, we ask the Mayor her thoughts what sort of an impact the ‘Battle of Alberta’ is having on our city’s economy. Next, a look at the headlines South of the border, from the latest on last weekend’s deadly attack in Buffalo, to an uptick in COVID-19 cases. We catch up with Jennifer Johnson, Global News Wash...

We begin with Premier Jason Kenney’s ‘bombshell’ announcement Wednesday night that he is resigning as Leader of the UCP. We get reaction from MRU Political Science Professor Lori Williams. Next, we continue our series on inflation and the across-the-board price increases for almost all consumer goods. In part-2 of our series “Sticker Shock”, Global News National Online Reporter, Craig Lord brings...

We begin with our monthly conversation with Police Chief Mark Neufeld. This time out, we discuss the uptick in gun and gang violence in our city and ask the Chief about the approach the CPS will be taking to keep hockey fans safe while cheering on the Calgary Flames in round 2 of the NHL playoffs. Next, we look at the issue of ‘extremism’ on Social Media platforms. We find out just how prevalent r...

We begin with a look at this week’s edition of “The West Block”. We catch up with Guest Host Eric Sorenson, National Affairs Correspondent for Global News. Eric shares details of his conversation with former Parliamentary Budget Officer Kevin Page on the record-breaking inflation rate we’re currently seeing in Canada and what can be done to lower the rate. Still on the topic of finances, we catch...

We begin with a look at the current situation in Ukraine where the Russian Invasion continues, now into day 81. We speak with Marcus Kolga, founder of ‘disinfowatch.org’ and a Senior Fellow at the Macdonald-Laurier Institute. Marcus brings us the latest on the conflict and a ‘breakdown’ on the requests of a handful of European nations to now join NATO. Next, we examine the concept of ‘Guaranteed B...

We begin with an update on the Russian invasion of Ukraine. We speak with Robert Hage, Senior fellow at The U of C School of Public Policy, for insight into how the war has ‘galvanized’ NATO allies and created a desire by many other European nations to apply for membership. What this ultimately means for Russia? Next, a look at the headlines South of the border, from the latest debates on  abortio...

We begin with a look at the continuing impact the Pandemic is having on the mental health of Canadians.  Specifically, in Children. We speak with a Professor of Child Development for some tips on how parents recognize mental health issues in their kids and the resources available to help in our Province. Next, it’s the story of a local man doing what he can to help Ukrainians in their battle again...