The Morning Brew with Andrew Schultz

Welcome to the MWSA Podcast for Thursday, July 29. There's a long lead-up to this fall's Municipal Election with campaigning starting months ago. MRU Political Scientist Lori Williams breaks down the “pros” and “cons” of such a lengthy campaign. New numbers released by Statistics Canada show a drop in “crime severity” nationwide in 2020 with Alberta showing the biggest decline. We get reaction fro...

Welcome to the MWSA Podcast for Wednesday, July 28. We begin with another edition of “Ask The Doctor” with Dr. Craig Jenne, Infectious Disease Specialist from the University of Calgary. We ask Dr. Jenne his opinion on the new trend of rising Coronavirus cases in our city and across the Province. And as always, the Doctor answers COVID-19 questions, as sent in by you, the listener. Even with forest...

Guest: Jennifer Booth - Manager, Communications & Stakeholder Relations with BBBS of Calgary & Area

Welcome to the MWSA Podcast for Tuesday, July 27. Farmers and other producers in Alberta are facing a grim harvest. Producers are facing an incredibly dry and hot season. We get a “lay of the land” from a local grain farmer, and the Agricultural Services Manager from Vulcan County. We’ve all heard the saying “The rich get richer and the poor get poorer." However, a new study indicates this well-kn...

Welcome to the MWSA Podcast for Monday, July 26. There's concern from area residents over the possible redevelopment of Richmond Green Park, site of a former City-run golf course. We get the latest on the project from Global News Reporter, Jackie Wilson. It’s another hazy, smoky summer in the Province. Beyond the "gloomy sky" and the strong smell of smoke, what are the health implications we shoul...

Welcome to the MWSA Podcast for Friday, July 23. Mayor Naheed Nenshi joins us for his weekly update from the Coty. He talks about news coming out Thursday regarding the overtime pay to one employee of over 100-thousand dollars last year. COVID-19 cases are surging south of the border. In fact, case numbers are now on the rise in 46 States. We get the latest on the situation from Global News Washin...

Welcome to the MWSA Podcast for Thursday, July 22. We begin with a look at the effect the Pandemic has had on girls in amateur sport. We speak with the CEO of “Canadian Women in Sport” about a new report that indicates as many as 1-in-4 girls won’t be returning to sports, post pandemic. We’ve all heard the saying “It’s not you, it’s me”….Well – according to one Psychologist – there may be some tru...

Welcome to the MWSA Podcast for Wednesday, July 21. Calgary Police Chief Mark Neufeld talks about this year’s edition of the Calgary Stampede, through the eyes of the CPS. He also talks about the winners of this year’s “Community Justice Awards”. Debt is an issue we all face, particularly as we move out of the Pandemic. Licensed Insolvency Trustee Marie Kozlowski has some advice on the steps you c...

Welcome to the MWSA Podcast for Tuesday, July 20. Rural Crime is picking up again in Alberta. Alberta Justice Minister, Kaycee Madu is on the road for the next couple of weeks on a new province-wide Town Hall series focusing on the issue. There's a new pilot-program teaching Entrepreneurial skills to University Students. The “Experience Ventures” program is now being offered by the University of C...

Welcome to the MWSA Podcast for Monday, July 19. Should we or shouldn’t we keep “flipping” the time in our Province from "Standard Time" to "Daylight Saving Time." We get the thoughts of a Psychology Professor and hear what he believes would be the most beneficial for all of us. Next we look at the growing issue of online Child Exploitation in Canada. We hear details of a new Federal Government Pu...

Welcome to the MWSA Podcast for Friday, July 16. As we head into the final weekend of “Stampede 2021”, we ask Mayor Naheed Nenshi his thoughts on whether or not he considers this "smaller scale" version of “The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth” a success. Global News Washington Bureau Chief, Jackson Proskow has details on rising COVID-19 cases down South, which has forced Los Angeles County to now r...

Welcome to the MWSA Podcast for Thursday, July 15. Beyond the rodeo, midway and corndogs politics is dominating affairs at this years Calgary Stampede. 770 CHQR City Hall Reporter, Adam Toy sheds light on the opportunities "The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth" offers up to Politicians. And this year’s edition is no different, with a civic election just a few months away. Early this month the Calgar...

Welcome to the MWSA Podcast for Wednesday, July 14. Talk of a fall election is increasing across the country. Recent polls show the Conservatives trailing the Liberals. What does the Party need to do to turn things around, and could we see a change in leadership in the not-too-distant future? MRU Political Scientist Lori Williams shares her thoughts. Do you "stream" movies and sporting events on y...

Welcome to the MWSA Podcast for Tuesday, July 13. It's been a very hot an dry summer and it's having an impact it is having on grain farmers and livestock producers. Brad Dubeau, is the  GM of the “Alberta Beef Producers,” and he says the heat means challenging times for cattle producers. Some new camping spots are opening soon in Kananaskis Country. But unless you’re walking or riding a bike, the...

Welcome to the MWSA Podcast for Monday, July 12. There are "ever present" safety concerns when it comes to Cybershopping. How do you keep yourself safe? Meaghan Wilkinson, Senior Director of Sales and Marketing for Hisense Canada has some tips to keep you safe. There's growing tension between "naturalists" and users of “off highway vehicles” in Southern Alberta. A Conservation Specialist from the...

Welcome to the MWSA Podcast for Friday, July 9. After a two year hiatus the Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth is back. While this year’s edition of The Calgary Stampede may look a little different, the Parade made its return, and our Dave McIvor was live at Stampede Park to set the scene for us. The night before Parade Day is always “Sneak-a-Peek” at the Stampede midway. Hanna McLean from “The Daily...

Welcome to the MWSA Podcast for Thursday, July 8. We have details on a new study focusing on the serious impacts the pandemic has had on Calgarians living in poverty. We discuss the research with the Executive Director of “Vibrant Communities Calgary”. A new report on climate change says disasters like the fire that destroyed Lytton, BC last week are going to become more frequent in the coming yea...

Welcome to the "Mornings" With Sue & Andy Podcast for Wednesday, July 7. Wednesday mean's it's time for our regular segment, “Ask the Doctor," focusing on COVID-19 questions sent in by listeners like you. We’re joined by Dr. Craig Jenne, Infectious Disease Specialist with the University of Calgary. City assessors are hard at work checking the value of over a half-million homes in the city. What ex...

Welcome to the MWSA podcast for Tuesday, July 6. Calgary City Council made it official Monday, rescinding their mask bylaw. It's been in place since July 20, 2020. Mayor Naheed Nenshi weighs in on the decision, as does University of Calgary Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Craig Jenne. The Calgary Chamber rolled out their new President this week. Deborah Yedlin has extensive background here in t...

Welcome to the MWSA Podcast for Monday, July 5th. The conversation continues surrounding the tragic events that are still unfolding at Canada’s former Residential School sites. We hear the personal story of Lorelee Waterchief, a Teacher and Guidance Counsellor at “Old Sun Community College” on the Siksika Nation, which happens to be a former Residential School. With Summer here Canada's National P...

Welcome to the MWSA Podcast for Friday, July 2nd. The Province lifted COVID-19 mandated restrictions on Canada Day – but are the businesses – many of which were closed or restricted over the past 15 months – ready to go again? We discuss with Ruhee Ismail-Teja – Acting Director, Policy and Communications – with the Calgary Chamber. Next – it’s our weekly chat with Mayor Naheed Nenshi, and with Alb...

Welcome to the "Mornings" with Sue and Andy Podcast for Wednesday, June 30th. When heartbreaking stories like the 215 children recovered in B.C, or the recent announcement of 751 unmarked graves in Saskatchewan and the growing numbers from former residential school sites emerge, we often don’t know how we can help. On Wednesday, radio stations across Canada, including 770 CHQR joined together to a...

Welcome to the "Mornings" With Sue & Andy Podcast for Tuesday, June 29th. Global News Ottawa Bureau Chief and Host of “The West Block” Mercedes Stephenson  discusses the potential for a Federal Election call coming late this summer. Also, just how prepared the Liberal government would be in that case, with a handful of changes in cabinet over the past several weeks. For a lot of Albertans, news th...

Welcome to the MWSA Podcast for Monday, June 28th. Pride Month continues as we "shine a spotlight" on organizations in the city making a difference in the LGBTQ+ community. “Skipping Stone” is a resource that focuses on trans and gender diverse youth and their families. We're all in this together. But this time it's not Covid. It's the heat! Aside from being uncomfortable, what are the health risk...

Paul Kuster, Calgary writer, former broadcaster and Indigenous Advocate shares his thoughts on how non-indigenous Canadians can be advocates to help those suffering at this time.