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Nesh Pillay went viral for documenting her memory loss, inspiring a documentary called 50,000 First Dates. She shares her story with David. Plus, with money being one of the main reasons couples split up, financial planner Shannon Lee Simmons has some advice for how to make it work, for richer or poorer.

Petra Schulz co-founded Moms Stop the Harm after her son died of an accidental fentanyl overdose. She weighs in on the government's plan to create a fentanyl czar as part of negotiations with the U.S. Plus: want to get a pet with your partner, but worried about what would happen if you split up? Meet Rebecca Field Jager, the law student who's created the Pup-Nup.

Janice Stein from the Munk School of Global Affairs and Public Policy breaks down Canada's response to American tariff threats. Plus, coyote attacks have people in one Toronto neighbourhood scared to walk their dogs. Wildlife expert Dennis Murray explains what we can do about the predators.

A look at the interconnectedness of automotive manufacturing across North America with Flavio Volpe, President of the Automotive Parts Manufacturers’ Association. Plus: how an interview on CBC Radio turned into an unlikely friendship between a listener and a Ugandan refugee, and led to a major milestone.

Stephen Gougeon lost his wife and son after they contracted food poisoning while staying at a resort in the Dominican Republic. He speaks with David about what happened, and why he's filed a lawsuit against the hotel and tour operator. Then, closer to home, if you head to Wychwood Barns Park, you'll find something unusual: a curling rink. Ice master Geoff Shoesmith explains how it came together.

The convenor of the Canadian Coalition for a Foreign Influence Transparency Registry, Gloria Fung, reacts to the Hogue commission's final report on foreign interference. Plus, Mahjong is becoming more popular among young people. Connor Wan co-founded a Mahjong club called Four Winds.

It's an AI double-header today. Humber Polytechnic's Francis Syms shows the vastly different responses you can get from the DeepSeek AI platform, on issues that involve China. Then, University of Toronto professor Michael Inzlicht wanted to find out who's better at empathic responses: people, or ChatGPT. He explains how AI won the empathy contest.

Paul Bradshaw is the CEO of Inteligex, a Toronto-based startup using stem cells to help people with spinal injuries. Plus, Jason Thorne has just taken over the position of Toronto's Chief Planner. He drops by to talk about some of his priorities.

Scott Hayes from Jewellers Vigilance Canada talks about why we're seeing so many cases of people robbing jewelry stores lately. Plus, better than listening to paint dry -- Emily Grundy from Sherwin Williams explains how colour trends work in interior design.

Investigative reporter Luis Najera tells us about the Jalisco New Generation cartel and what it means for crime. And David Common speaks to Minster of Transport and Trade, Anita Anand about the federal government's plans to deal with tariffs, and how she feels as she leaves politics.

Maureen Leshem's cousin, Romi Gonen, was freed after being held hostage for 15 months. She tells David Common what it was like to find out she was coming home. Plus, after Mike Shoreman was diagnosed with a rare neurological condition, he set out to paddleboard across all five Great Lakes. He was recently awarded a King Charles' Coronation Medal.

University of Toronto professor and Vice Provost Kevin O’Neill teaches a course all about happiness. Then: Bill Wiley is leading an investigation into crimes perpetrated by the former Assad regime in Syria. He's the founder and executive director of the Commission for International Justice and Accountability.

Senator Hassan Yussuff joins to talk about his is part in a new Canada-U.S. relations council. Plus -- from staying at home with three kids to racing sailboats around the world, Melodie Schaffer shares her incredible story.

Mirvat Alshrafi grew up in Gaza before moving to Aurora, Ontario. Her family had to flee after their home was bombed. Aharon Brodutch's sister-in-law, and her three children, were taken hostage in the October 7 attack. They share their reactions to a possible ceasefire between Israel and Hamas.

Political columnist David Moscrop shares his thoughts on the entrants in the Liberal leadership race. Then, Ben Parry was inspired to share knowledge... so much so, that he's started the Toronto Society for the Diffusion of Useful Knowledge. He's running a series of lectures called the Viaduct Series.

Erin Brubacher explains why she started the website 200dollars.ca to encourage Ontarians to donate the $200 cheques they'll be getting from the government. Plus, tow truck wars are heating up again in Toronto. Police Inspector Paul Krawzcyk discusses a new project to crack down on operators who are in the midst of a turf war.

With premiers starting to meet with the incoming U.S. administration, Ontario’s representative in Washington, David Paterson shares some of the conversations he's having right now. Plus, are you facing a crushing credit card bill after the holidays? Financial planner Shannon Lee Simmons has some advice for paying it down.

Retail analyst Bruce Winder on the transformation of malls around the city, with retailers like Ricki's and Cleo shutting down. Plus, Ryan McCue traveled all the way from Scotland, just to see his beloved Toronto Maple Leafs live. The Scottish fan explains where his love of the Leafs comes from.

Nick Clemens moved to Los Angeles to work at the famed Getty Villa Museum -- a site he had to evacuate because of the southern California wildfires. Also, Vanessa Morgan and Giacomo Gianniotti stop by to talk about the new season of the CBC Gem series Wild Cards.

Journalist Michelle Shephard recounts her experience getting to know a convicted terrorist who is trying to turn his life around. Plus, the province is trying to secure the border, but will it work? Security expert Christian Leuprecht weighs in.

Political strategists Ashley Csanady, Marion Nader and Jeff Rutledge weigh in on what to expect from the Liberal, NDP and Conservative parties in a post-Trudeau world.

Riyam Ojaimi is a student who's started a magazine dedicated to astronomy. She tells guest host Ramraajh Sharvendiran where her love of space comes from. Plus, with a new law around gig work coming, rideshare driver George Wedge and lawyer Ryan White explain why many gig workers still want more.

At the start of a year of uncertainty, the political panel looks at how 2025 may shape up in politics.

The new federal housing minister is Beaches-East York MP Nate Erskine-Smith. He joins the program to talk about his priorities and the future of the Liberal party. Plus, the internationally renowned muralist birdO talks about his latest work in Brampton.

An all-star sports panel reflects on milestones of the year: Diana Matheson, founder of the Northern Super League, which starts play next spring; Teresa Resch, president of the Toronto Tempo WNBA team and Tessa Bonhomme, host of the PWHL's podcast 'Jocks in Jills.'