Dr. Michael Kehler doesn't like the phrase "toxic masculinity". But he does think we need to have a national conversation about how boys and men act and learn about masculinity in schools, sport, and beyond. 

4:00 | Is Dr. Kehler advocating for a future generation of wimps? The research chair in Masculinities Studies at the University of Calgary's Werklund School of Education makes us think about a whole lot of things. 

MICHAEL'S HOCKEY CANADA PIECE: https://theconversation.com/hockey-canada-scandal-highlights-toxic-masculinity-in-sports-192712

47:26 | How often do you notice the birds in your backyard? Sean Feagan from the Nature Conservancy of Canada explains why we should all contribute to The Great Backyard Bird Count this weekend. (WARNING: super fun and informative interview!)

PARTICIPATE: https://www.birdscanada.org/event/great-backyard-bird-count-gbbc

1:14:05 | Family Day weekend is a perfect time to visit Jasper! Ryan runs through some of the best options for activities, including an awesome new offering from Marmot Basin! 

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