0:00 The Good Stuff Dish

6:50 Italy Travel Tips

14:25 The Good Stuff Dish: Lemon Sorbet

16:30 The Good Stuff Dish: Perfect Weekend

22:48 Mary makes Chicken with Broccolini and Feta

Join Mary Berg each week as The Good Stuff Podcast brings together standout interviews, meaningful conversations, and the most uplifting moments from the show. It’s an easy, feel‑good mix of entertainment and inspiration designed for those who want the best of The Good Stuff wherever they go.

0:00 The Good Stuff Dish: '90s

7:55 FIFA World Cup Trophy Canada Tour

13:30 Fast Food Hacks with Samantha Jen

19:25 Tom Green Interview

28:14 Mary makes Stuffed Crust Pizza

Mary dives into the day’s buzziest headlines—from Gen Z’s love of birdwatching to Reese Witherspoon’s career advice, plus viral “adult cheat codes” and grandma cures that actually work. She’s joined by scientist Dan Riskin to unpack quirky science stories, while gardening expert Owen Reeves shares how to spot invasive plants and what to grow instead. Mary also answers viewer questions and wraps things up in the kitchen with a crave-worthy burger grilled cheese—aka the ultimate patty melt.

0:00 The Good Stuff Dish

8:29 Science Headlines with Dan Riskin

13:30 Good Swaps for Invasive Plants with Owen Reeves

19:45 Mary Berg Q&A

22:18 Mary's Burger Grilled Cheese (aka Patty Melts) Recipe

 

Guest host Kelsey McEwen dives into the day’s hottest headlines on The Good Stuff Dish, from patio drink trends to viral food swaps and the surprising rise of cat walking. Organizing expert Megan Arthurs shares smart road trip packing tips to help you save space and stay organized, while outdoor expert Owen Reeves highlights three breathtaking Canadian road trips. Plus, Mary whips up an Edamame Dip with Homemade Chips—a perfect, travel-friendly snack inspired by a popular grocery store favourite.

0:00 The Good Stuff Dish

5:41 Organizing Tips with Megan Arthurs

13:07 Canadiana Road Trips with Owen Reeves

20:59 The Good Stuff Dish

27:13 Mary Makes Edamame Dip and Chips

Design duo Colin McAllister and Justin Ryan join Mary to share how trading Toronto life for Nova Scotia inspired their new show, Small Town Escapes. From choosing the right place to call home to building community and staying social, they offer practical advice for anyone considering a similar move. Plus, Mary and the day’s guests dish up The Good Stuff Dish of the Day and put a viral culinary theory to the test—does pouring soy sauce from the double‑spout really prevent spills? Contractor Jason Lupo breaks down his essential Spring Home Checklist, while food blogger Samantha Jen and her mom explore must‑visit mother‑daughter–owned brunch spots across the GTA and from coast to coast, from Fort Langley, B.C., to Fredericton, N.B.

0:00 Colin & Justin New Show, 'Small Town Escapes'

5:28 The Good Stuff Dish

9:23 Getting Your Home Spring Ready with Jason Lupo

15:42 Mother's Day Food & Family Connections with Samantha Jen

Succession star Nicholas Braun joins guest host Andrea Bain to talk about his new comic murder‑mystery The Sheep Detectives, sharing surreal behind‑the‑scenes stories from working with puppets, stuffed sheep, and an all‑star cast. Plus, Sonia Mangat reveals her top spring watch picks, transformation coach Michael Asibuo shares style and fitness tips for a confidence boost, and makeup artist Daneille Mattis challenges Andrea to spot the luxe beauty products from their dupes. 

0:00 Nicholas Braun Interview

6:00 Spring Movie Preview with Etalk's Sonia Mangat

11:59 Dating Coach Michael Asibuo

21:34 Beauty Dupes with Danielle Mattis

This episode features Cush Jumbo on returning for season two of Criminal Record, the acclaimed London‑set crime thriller where truth and justice collide. Guest host Scott McGillivray joins the panel to break down the viral moments everyone’s talking about, from unexpected snack hacks to brain‑twisting social media games. Comedy icon Bruce McCulloch shares the deeply personal inspiration behind his one‑man show Dark Purple Slice, while TSN soccer analyst Steven Caldwell previews FIFA World Cup 2026 with predictions and key insights. Plus, Must Love Dogs hosts Brady Oliveira and Alex Blumberg reveal the realities of dog rescue in Canada while balancing high‑profile careers.

0:00 Cush Jumbo Interview

5:58 The Good Stuff Dish

12:19 Bruce McCulloch Interview

17:28 TSN's Steven Caldwell's World Cup Preview

21:34 'Must Love Dogs' stars, Brady Oliveira and Alex Blumberg

CTV Your Morning hosts Anne‑Marie Mediwake, Kelsey McEwen, and Lindsey Deluce dish on The Good Stuff! From a marathon runner who raced 5K in an airplane bathroom to New York City’s viral sweet omelette and the internet’s wildest “I’m so hungry I could eat a…” game, they break down what everyone’s talking about. MasterChef judges Joe Bastianich and Tiffany Derry join Mary to tease Season 16—then face off in a rapid‑fire round of Canadian trivia. Plus, travel expert Winston Sih shares smart tips for scoring summer travel deals, and Canadian Screen Award‑winning actor Stephan James talks War Machine and portraying Carl Weathers in the upcoming biopic I Play Rocky. 

0:00 The Good Stuff Dish

6:13 Mary Interviews MasterChef's Joe Bastianich & Tiffany Derry

11:07 How to Plan Your Summer Vacay with Winston Sih

17:46 'War Machine' star, Stephan James

 

Mary Berg is joined by Debbie Travis, Vijaya Selvaraju and Danielle Hunter to break down this week’s buzziest food trends — from Soft‑Serve Margaritas and the ‘seacuterie’ craze to the trend nobody asked for: Boy Kibble. Plus, the panel weighs in on the rise of “Grandma Hobbies,” tackles the addictive 1‑to‑10 brain game, and Mary chats with Australian author and comedian Benjamin Stevenson about his latest Ernest Cunningham mystery, real‑life heist research, and writing comedy with his identical twin. Rounding out the show, Mary brings a Taste of Italy with her elegant Chocolate Pear Crostata, inspired by a recent trip to Tuscany.

 

0:00 The Good Stuff Dish

4:25 Italy Travel Tips with Winston Sih

12:00 The Good Stuff Dish

13:58 Benjamin Stevenson Interview

20:30 Mary Makes Chocolate Pear Crostata

This week on The Good Stuff Podcast, Drew Scott joins Mary Berg to talk real estate basics, what gives a home “good bones,” and his new HGTV series Property Brothers: Under Pressure. Plus, Mary and a panel of food experts weigh in on buzzy food trends - from soft‑serve margaritas to “seacuterie.” Realtor Jayden Kennedy shares her top tips for buying a home or condo, Emmy winner Katherine LaNasa chats about working with Noah Wyle, and Mary cooks up a fresh and flaky Salmon and Asparagus En Croute.

0:00 Drew Scott Interview

6:59 The Good Stuff Dish

13:12 Pro Tips to Buy a Home

19:06 'The Pitt' star Katherine LaNasa Interview

26:33 Mary Makes Salmon Asparagus en Croute