The Morning Brew with Andrew Schultz

The greater sage-grouse is possibly one of Canada's most-endangered species. There are a lot of factors threatening their existence, like habitat loss and extreme weather. Dr Axel Moehrenschlager joined us to share how he is working to restore the grouse population. 

We begin with a look at the concept of a 4-day work week. Has the pandemic changed the way we work forever and does this mean it’s time to look at ‘shortening’ the current 5-day work week model? We discuss with a Professor of Economics from the University of Toronto. It’s a new approach to health-care that takes the focus off of medicine to promote healthy living through a healthy diet. We hear de...

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 brings us the latest on Federal Conservative Leadership Race including details on his discussion surrounding the race with former Conservative Cabinet Minister, Peter MacKay. Next we look at the sky-high price at the pumps we’re currently...

We begin with a look at the current situation in Ukraine where the Russian Invasion continues now into its 3rd month. We speak with Andrew Rasiulis from the Canadian Global Affairs Institute on whether Russian President Vladimir Putin can consider the invasion a “success” as the country marks its annual “Victory Day”.  Next: details on a new COVID-19 study which explores cases of “Long Covid” in C...

Andrew Rasiulis, fellow at the Canadian Global Affairs Institute and an expert in Eastern European Affairs

We begin with our weekly conversation with Mayor Jyoti Gondek. With Flames fever in full-swing, we ask the Mayor for an update on the ‘Events Centre’ project and hear details on an investment from the Federal Government toward the revitalization of the Glenbow Museum. Next, a look at the headlines South of the border.  From the latest on the US lending ‘Intelligence’ support to the Ukraine in the...

We begin with a look at the impact Canadian Sanctions are having on Russia and what the significance of ‘landing’ on Russia’s ‘Sanction List’ is for an individual. We speak with Fen Hampson, a Professor from Carleton University, who has discovered that his name is, in fact, now on the Russian ‘Sanction List’. Next, it’s our weekly look at all things Calgary with City Hall Reporter Adam MacVicar. T...

We begin with a look at the newfound discussion surrounding “Roe vs. Wade” taking place in the U.S. due to leaked documents from the Supreme Court. We get insight and what this could mean on ‘our’ side of the border from Lawyer, Author and Columnist, Warren Kinsella. Next, it’s another edition of “Ask the Doctor” with Dr. Craig Jenne, Infectious Disease Specialist from the University of Calgary. A...

We begin with a look at this week’s edition of “The West Block.” We catch up with Guest Host David Akin, Chief Political Correspondent for Global News. David brings us the latest on the Russian invasion of Ukraine, specifically, whether Russia should continue to hold membership in organizations such as the “UN Security Council” and the “G20”. Next, we examine the views of Canadian Taxpayers on som...

According to the Canadian Mental Health Association, 1 in 5 people in Canada will personally experience a mental health problem or illness. To discuss mental health issues, in particular, the mental health issues facing caregivers -- we spoke with former TSN host and mental health advocate, Michael Landsberg.

We begin with the story of a Ukrainian man who fled the war-torn country with his family, and now makes Calgary home. We speak with Oleksandra Hribeniuk and hear the gripping details of his journey. Could there be a connection between infertility and heart failure? We explore the findings of a new study on the topic with our “on-call family physician”, Dr. Ted Jablonski. May is “Mental Health Awar...

We begin with our weekly conversation with Mayor Jyoti Gondek. We discuss the recent uptick in violent crime in the city and increased crime on Public Transit. Next, a look at the headlines South of the border, from the latest ‘aid’ being sent to help Ukrainians in their battle against the Russian Invasion, to the upcoming mid-term elections. We catch up with Jennifer Johnson, Global News Washingt...

$1.9 million is being invested by the federal government to develop a digital food innovation hub. With insight into the impact of this investment, we spoke with Joe Lake, CEO Canadian Food Innovation Network. 

We begin with our monthly conversation with Deborah Yedlin, President and CEO of the Calgary Chamber. We discuss the long-standing issue of high vacancy in Calgary’s downtown office towers and what can be done to revitalize the ‘core. Could you be replaced by ‘automation’ at your job? We discuss the impact technology is having on Canada’s workforce and what the future holds for the job market. We...

We begin with the upcoming deadline to file your taxes for 2021. We catch up with tax professional Jeremy Clark of ‘CH Financial’ for what you need to know this year. Next, we get the latest on the war in Ukraine specifically, how concerned we should be about Russia using nuclear weapons as the conflict continues in the region. We discuss with Robert Huish, Associate Professor in International Dev...

We begin with a look at this week’s edition of “The West Block”. We catch up with Guest Host David Akin, Chief Political Correspondent for Global News. David brings us the latest on the Federal Conservative leadership race. As the war in Ukraine enters its third month, how prepared is Canada for the prospect of war and how should we approach any changes to our military, moving forward? We discuss...

We begin with an update on the war in Ukraine. We get the latest on the Russian invasion – and insight as to what may come next from Marcus Kolga, Senior Fellow with the Macdonald-Laurier Institute. Next, we look at the amount of personal debt Canadians are currently carrying and the amount of stress it can cause in our lives. Marie Kozlowski, VP of BDO Debt Solutions, offers up some tips on how t...

Wages are not keeping pace with the inflation rate, leaving a majority of Canadians concerned about their financial future. With tips to help manage your finances and debts, we spoke with Marie Kozlowski - Vice President of BDO Debt Solutions. 

In our weekly catch-up with Mayor Jyoti Gondek, we talk about what it means to be named the Parade Marshall for the Calgary Expo Parade of Wonders - and on the flip side, her thoughts on a planned protest against her at the parade. We also talk to the Mayor about a petition to ban gas powered leaf blowers and the future of Calgary’s resilient roofing program. What do Albertans need to know to prot...

That bizarre sound is the electrical language of mushrooms -- New research from the Unconventional Computing Laboratory of the University of the West of England is studying the way mushrooms communicate. With insight, we were joined this morning by Katie Field, Professor of Plant-Soil Processes, School of Biosciences at University of Sheffield. 

We begin with a look at how the current sky-high inflation rates are impacting Canadian consumers. We get insight from Moshe Lander, Economics Professor from Concordia University. Next, we explore what more we can do to support Ukrainians in their battle against the Russian invasion. We hear details on the #UniteWithUkraine campaign, which has already raised close to 20-million dollars to help res...

We begin with a look at the rising price of home electric and heating bills in the Province. We get details on a new study on what’s behind the increase from the School of Public Policy at the University of Calgary. Next, we continue our conversation on energy with a look at a ‘green’ solution. We learn about new technology, created by a Calgarian, which recycles ‘heat energy’ from wastewater. We...

We begin with our weekly conversation with Mercedes Stephenson – Global News Ottawa Bureau Chief and Host of the West Block. Mercedes brings us up to date on Canada’s response to the war in Ukraine – including the military resources being sent to help the Ukrainians in their battle against the Russian invasion. Then we speak with Andrew Rasiulis, Fellow at the Canadian Global Affairs Institute and...