The Morning Brew with Andrew Schultz

We begin with an update on the war in Ukraine, specifically, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s trip to the UK to meet with world leaders to discuss the volatile situation. We get the latest from Crystal Goomansingh, Europe Bureau Chief for Global News. Next, we continue our conversation on the Russian invasion of Ukraine. We speak with Oleksandra Matviichuk, Head of the ‘Center for Civil Liberties’...

After more than a week, Ukrainians in Kyiv continue to push-back against Russian forces.  With a firsthand account of what is happening in the Ukrainian capital, we were joined this morning by  Oleksandra Matviichuk...head of the Center for Civil Liberties, Ukraine. 

We begin with a look at the war in Ukraine, through the eyes of a Calgary man who’s traveled to the region to fight the Russian attack, alongside the Ukrainian people. We speak with Paul Hughes, who has made his way to the city of Lviv. Next, we head stateside for our weekly conversation with Jackson Proskow, Washington Bureau Chief for Global News. Jackson ‘breaks down’ a busy week in the US, wit...

Ukraine needs help and some Canadians are answering the call. This morning, we connected with Calgarian Paul Hughes -- farmer & former member of the Princess Patricia Light Infantry. Paul is in Lvis, Ukraine looking to join up with the Ukrainian forces.

We begin with our continuing coverage on the war in Ukraine. We speak with a Professor of Military Capabilities and Strategy to examine the current ‘campaign’ of the Russian attack, and what we may see next in the operation. Then we look at the plight of the over 1 million Ukrainian refugees who have fled the country over the past several days. We get some insight from the Director of the Institut...

We begin with the latest on the war in Ukraine. We speak with Robert Hage, Fellow of the “School of Public Policy” and former Director General with Foreign Affairs in charge of Russia and Ukraine. We ask Robert his thoughts on what sort of an impact economic ‘sanctions’ will have on Russia and if they’re enough. Next, it’s another edition of “Ask the Doctor” with Dr. Craig Jenne, Infectious Diseas...

As food prices climb, many of us are asking ourselves...Is it possible to eat well on a tight budget? Joining us with insight and advice to keep us healthy and on budget, is Jennifer House -- dietitian, nutritionist and author. 

We begin with a look at the ongoing situation in Ukraine. Abigail Bimman, Global News Ottawa Correspondent, brings us the latest on the Russian invasion – including a rundown of the Canadian economic sanctions on Russia announced on Monday. Next, we examine Canada’s reliance on foreign energy resources, in particular, refined oil products imported from Russia. We discuss with Energy Policy Analyst...

We begin with the war in Ukraine – now into day 5. We catch up with Reggie Cecchini, Global News Washington Correspondent, for the latest including details on today’s meeting between Ukraine and Russian officials in Belarus. Next, the impact the volatility in Eastern Europe will have on energy prices here at home, from filling up the car to home heating. We discuss with Dan McTeague, President of...

February 22 is National Human Trafficking Awareness Day. we spoke with Julia Drydyk, Executive Director, The Canadian Centre To End Human Trafficking, about how to recognize sex trafficking warning signs and resources available.

There are SO MANY WAYS TO BE WICKED! StoryBook Theatre is back! We have all the details about the new show from Samantha Currie, Director of Storybook Theatre's production of "Disney's Descendants: The Musical"

The 2022 Alberta budget was released yesterday, outlining Alberta's path to economic recovery. We got reaction to the budget and how it will affect Alberta taxpayers, from Kevin Lacey, Alberta Director of the Canadian Taxpayers Federation. Reaction to the budget wasn’t as positive from Alberta’s two biggest municipalities. We talk with Calgary Mayor Jyoti Godek about why she was disappointed by wh...

We begin with the latest on the Russian attack on Ukraine. We catch up with Duane Bratt, Political Science Professor from Mount Royal University, who happens to be in Berlin, Germany visiting family this week. Then, we continue our conversation on the ongoing conflict in Eastern Europe. We speak with Dani Belo from the Department of International Affairs at Carleton University. We ask the Professo...

We begin with our monthly conversation with Calgary Police Chief Mark Neufeld. We take the opportunity to ask the Chief about the fatal Police involved shooting in Forest Lawn over the weekend, and the tactics the Police Service use when it comes to ‘de-escalation’. Are you satisfied with your current job? If your answer is ‘no’ and you’re thinking of leaving your job ... maybe you should think ag...

We begin with our weekly conversation with Mercedes Stephenson, Global News Ottawa Bureau Chief and Host of “The West Block.” Mercedes brings us the latest on the ‘wind down’ of the Protests in downtown Ottawa, as Police moved in over the weekend and an explanation of the significance of the vote late Monday in Parliament, on the Emergencies Act. Next, we look-ahead to the Provincial Budget, which...

Want to impress your love this Valentine's Day (or any day) with romance, dinner and a nice bottle of wine? Where do you start when choosing the perfect bottle of vino? Somm is here to help! Somm is a lifestyle app that puts a sommelier in your pocket We got details about Somm and tips to help pick the right wine from Jordan Mazzanti, Lead Sommelier at Somm.  

According to StatsCan, from April 2020 to June 2021 approximately 30 percent of employees worked most of their hours from home. As COVID restrictions are removed and people head back into the office, many employers will need to navigate a hybrid workplace. With details and tips, we were joined by Andrew Caldwell, HR Advisory Manager at Peninsula. 

We begin with an update on the ‘volatile’ situation unfolding in Ottawa, ahead of the long weekend, where Police have begun arresting Protestors in the downtown core. We get the latest from Mercedes Stephenson, Global News Ottawa Bureau Chief and Host of “The West Block”. Next, it’s our weekly conversation with Mayor Jyoti Gondek. The Mayor explains the decision this week by City Council to get in...

Does on-screen drug use - in both movies and tv shows - present a warped reality? HBO's show "Euphoria" is being accused of glorifying drug use, but does Euphoria's depiction of drug use also raise awareness and encourage discussion about the Opioid Crisis? With insight we were joined by CEO and President of Confidential Recovery and Safe Homes Coalition, Scott Silverman. 

If you experience digestive pain, there may be a chance you have  an intolerance to gluten. New research out of the University of Calgary is exploring the gut-brain connection and alternative treatments for celiac disease. Joining us to discuss her experience and research into celiac disease is Dr. Justine Dowd, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Health and Wellness Lab, Faculty of Kinesiology at the Uo...

Did you get your flu-shot this season? If you didn't ... you are in the majority! In the 2021/2022 flu season, only 26.7 percent of Albertans rolled-up their sleeve for the flu shot. so, what will low influenza vaccination rates and coverage mean for Albertans in the years to come? With insight, we were joined by Dr. Jia Hu, CEO and Co-Founder of 19 To Zero, Corporate Medical Director, Cleveland C...

Are you suffering from "COVID-somnia"... Has the pandemic impacted your sleep quality and what is it doing to your mental health? To help us understand the importance of sleep and how to improve our sleep quality, we were joined this morning by Charles Samuels, Medical Director of the Centre for Sleep & Human Performance.

We begin with a look at the ongoing ‘tension’ between Russia and Ukraine. We get the latest from Andrew Rasiulis, Fellow at the Canadian Global Affairs Institute and an Expert in Eastern European affairs. Next, we continue our series focusing on the effect the Pandemic has had on our mental health. This time out, we focus on ‘sleep’ and the importance of sleep to our overall health and well-being....

We begin with the latest on the trucker protest in Ottawa. We'll get an update from Abigail Bimman, Global News Ottawa Correspondent, including Tuesday’s announcement that Ottawa Police Chief Peter Sloly has tendered his resignation. Next, we get a breakdown of the Federal Government’s changes to testing protocols when it comes to international travel, specifically, the requirements  for traveler’...

Black history month continues, and so do our conversations with Order of Canada recipient, Artist and creator of the LEGACY poster, Robert Small. Robert joins us again this week to shed some light on important figures in Canadian history that deserve more attention. This week, Robert shares the story of Elijah McCoy and Thorton Blackburn.