CBC Newfoundland Morning

In a recent interview with GQ Magazine, movie star Channing Tatum said he hates doing laundry so much, he bought new t-shirts for a year. That got us asking: What chores are SO unpleasant, we'd be willing to pay someone to do them? The CBC's Sanuda Ranawake happily took on the chore of asking people that question on the streets of Corner Brook.

Today is Labour Day, and many people have been enjoying a long weekend as a result. The first Monday of September is a statutory holiday. But it's a good bet that few people connect Labour Day with the issue of workers' rights. Craig Baird is a historian who hosts the Canadian History Ehx podcast.

Labour Day is a time to reflect on the progress made by workers -- and the struggles many still face on the job.

Lana Payne has been involved in the labour movement for more than three decades, including many years in this province. She was also the first woman to be elected Unifor's national president.

For many of us, Labour Day is just a day off, a chance to enjoy one last long weekend before autumn. But today is also a chance to reflect on the contributions of workers throughout society. Three people told us what it's like to be in the workforce in 2024. Michelle Russell is an administrative assistant in Corner Brook. Mandi Barry is a cook who works in the hospitality and restaurant business in Rocky Harbour, and Amanda Cull is an electrician and a farmer in Bonavista.

We all know that school meal programs are vital for children who sometimes go to school hungry. But, when summertime comes, kids no longer have access to those meals. "After The Bell" is a Food Banks Canada program that helps fill the gap during the summer. Volunteers in the Stephenville area are among those who've been providing food from "After the Bell" to families in need this past summer. The CBC's Amy Feehan tagged along with the group at the YMCA in Stephenville as they started their last deliveries before the start of the new school year.

Many of us who were awake at about quarter to 7 Friday morning had our eyes on what was going on in a swimming pool in Paris And we were cheering and sending out all the good vibes we could. Kippens paralympic swimmer Katarina Roxon competed in a qualifying heat in the women's 100m breaststroke SB8. She was scheduled to go to the final for that event on Friday afternoon. Leonard Roxon is Katarina's father and Katarina was near the phone with him.

Camping is a popular activity in NL - in summer or year-round. But whatever the season, our outdoor columnist Charlie White says that being mindful of environmental impacts should be a top priority. This is the latest installment of "Chase the Seasons with Charlie."

A Central Newfoundland man is among the legions of fans who are overwhelmed and excited at the news that British band Oasis is reuniting for a tour. The band, of course, includes brothers Noel and Liam Gallagher, whose well-known feud eventually broke up the group. Jordan Grenke of Gander was on Newfoundland Morning not too long ago, on a different topic, and at that time, he mentioned that he's a SUPER-fan of the band Oasis.

Home renovation shows are very popular and -- in this province -- one of the favorites is Rock Solid Builds. It's filmed here in Newfoundland, and the third season of Rock Solid Builds is coming up. You'll see everything from a five-star chicken coop to an outdoor classroom... from a home built on stilts, to a wharf reno. Randy Spracklin of Newfound Builders joined us.

A ball hockey player from Western Newfoundland is having great success in his chosen sport. Over the years, Jeremy Bishop of Corner Brook has helped Team Canada Men's Legends Ball Hockey team to THREE world championship gold medals,...and a few silvers along the way. In the 2024 World Championships - which recently wrapped in Edmonton, his team was undefeated - against teams from Italy, the USA, Portugal and Slovakia.