Calgary Eyeopener

On today's show: we speak to the head of NASA about sending a Canadian to space, and about going to his first Calgary Stampede; the science of why we enjoy a thrill ride.

On today's show: our interview with Ukraine's Ambassador to Canada, who is part of a delegation visiting Alberta this week; you've probably noticed that anywhere you go in Calgary, McDonald's tastes the same. But when it comes to prices, not so much. We tell you why; a basketball player from the Calgary Surge is mixing up at the NBA's Summer League. We check in with him.

On today's show: what the port workers strike in British Columbia means for consumers here in Alberta; what Silicon Valley thinks of Canada's attempt to lure tech workers north to cities like Calgary; an insider's guide on making the most of the Calgary Stampede, and doing it as cheap as possible.

On today's show: we hear more about a fire that destroyed the main staff residence at Lake Louise; we head to Carstairs as cleanup continues after a tornado destroyed several homes; Coastal Cowgirl is a new fashion trend somewhat spurred by a way of life here in Alberta. We hear the story.

On today's show: a powerful tornado destroyed homes north of Calgary over the weekend. We chat with a researcher surveying the damage; we explain why your next power bill could pop, and whether or not you can save some money in the future; Calgarians love our parks! We hear the story of how they came to be.

On today's show: new federal rules aimed at reducing vehicle pollution start tomorrow. We assess the impact on gas prices; we talk politics with Naheed Nenshi and Jeromy Farkas; NHL free agency is just around the corner! That comes right off the heels of the draft. We're talkin' Flames and Oilers.

On today's show: the story of a stranger who made online claims to be a little girl's father for eight years, before her actual parents found out; on this last day of public school before the Summer Break, we speak with a longtime teacher about to enjoy her final day with a full classroom; a story of a bird who was brought back from the brink of death by a crack medical team of concerned kids!

On today's show: why the city will debate introducing 500 dollar fines for foxtail barley on private land; two country songs occupy the 1st and 2nd spots on the Billboard Hot 100 charts. The last time this happened was in 1981! We find out what's going on.

On today's show: we speak with Alberta's Minister in charge of housing to hear about the government's plan to improve affordability; Alberta will stop detaining people on federal immigration matters at the end of the month, but there's still no alternative plan. We hear more; have you seen a drone light show yet? If not, you might soon. We tell you more about this growing area of night-sky entertainment.

On today's show: The latest on Calgary city council's push to build a Multi-sport fieldhouse; The NHL is doing away with Pride jerseys and other warm-up uniforms associated with social causes. Local reaction; We speak with a longtime elementary school teacher who's retiring this week.