We begin with a look at stories making headlines across the country. We catch up with Mercedes Stephenson, Global News Ottawa Bureau Chief, and Host of “The West Block”. Mercedes brings us details on the RCMP looking into foreign states potentially ‘intercepting’ electronic communications of Canadian politicians.

Then it’s our monthly conversation with Police Chief Mark Neufeld. Chief Neufeld brings us the latest on the steps the CPS is taking to help address security and safety concerns when it comes to Calgary Transit.

Back to school means getting your student ready for the new year, but beyond ‘school supplies’, how is your child’s sleep routine? We learn about the impact sleep has on learning from Margaret Eaton, CEO of “The Canadian Mental Health Association”.

Finally, are you suffering from the ‘end of Summer blues’? We speak with Psychotherapist and Mental Health Advocate, Debbie Opoku on how to avoid slipping into depression as we close out Summer and move into the darker, cooler months of Fall.

We begin with a look at the ‘dark’ side of the internet. Specifically, the spread of online ‘hate speech’. We catch up with Dr. Avi Benlolo, CEO of ‘The Abraham Global Peace Initiative’ to discuss the issue and if government legislation is needed to address online hate speech in Canada.

Are the hiring practices of Canadian industry getting in the way of promoting a diverse workforce? We hear details on a new survey on the topic from HR Specialist Kait McGregor, Chief Research and Innovation Officer from “withyouwithme.com”.

Problems continue with the ArriveCAN App which is mandatory for all travelers entering Canada from abroad. We hear details on the issues users are having with the App from “The Travel Lady”, Lesley Keyter.

Finally, today marks 45 years since the ‘king’ left the building. We discuss the impact Elvis Presley has had on music and pop culture close to 50 years after his death, with Music Commentator, Eric Alper.

We begin with an update on the war in Ukraine. With the Russian invasion now 6 months in what might we expect to see next and could Russia resort to using a nuclear weapon in the conflict? We discuss with Daryl G. Kimball, Executive Director of the Arms Control Association.

It’s one ‘positive’ to come out of the Pandemic, an increased interest in gardening and it appears to be continuing, here in Canada. We talk about our national love for gardening with Michele Gautier, Executive Director of the Canadian Garden Council.

From baseball, to track and field and even football ... remember ‘inflate-gate?’ Cheating ‘scandals’ are nothing new in the world of Sports. Our Dave McIvor brings us a few of the most famous, or more to the point ‘infamous’ cases of ‘sports cheating scandals’.

And finally, could it be that the old saying ‘an apple a day keeps the doctor away’ is outdated? We speak with Dr. Ted Jablonski, our ‘on-call family physician’ for details on a new study that says drinking a ‘beer a day’ may be just what the doctor ordered!

Former President Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago estate was raided by the FBI this week and he invoked his Fifth Amendment rights during an related deposition. We got all the details on American politics from Jackson Proskow, Global News Washington Bureau Chief.

You can help the Stampeders "tackle hunger" this weekend when the Stamps take on the BC Lions! Saturday is the annual "Purolator Tackle Hunger Food Drive" in partnership with the Calgary Food Bank, and the teams rep for the event is Wide Receiver and two-time West Division All Star, Kamar Jorden, who joined us to break it down.

Its International Youth Day and TELUS has launched its "Friendly Future Maker Awards." With insight into the contest, MWSA producer Reece Schafer spoke with Nimmi Kanji from Telus.

And the JC Anderson Memorial Golf Tournament is coming up August 25, and there's still some space if you and your pals want to hit the links AND help out Camp Easter Seals. We got details from Golf Pro, Tiffany Gordon

You can help the Stampeders "tackle hunger" this weekend when the Stamps take on the BC Lions! Saturday is the annual "Purolator Tackle Hunger Food Drive" in partnership with the Calgary Food Bank. With the details we spoke with Stamps Wide Receiver and two-time West Division All Star, Kamar Jorden.

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Will the record high inflation force the Canadian economy into a recession - and if it does, how can Canadians prepare? With insight, we spoke with George Georgopoulos - Associate Professor department of economics, York University.

The JC Anderson Memorial Golf Tournament is coming up August 25, and there's some space if you and your pals want to hit the links AND do some good. With detail we spoke with Golf Pro at Carmoney Golf and Country Club, Tiffany Gordon.

The Alberta government is exploring the idea of replacing the RCMP with a provincial police force. What are the advantages and disadvantages if it were to happen? We talked with Doug King, Professor of Justice Studies at Mount Royal University.

Associate Minister of Status of Women Jackie Armstrong-Homeniuk has apologized for the 3rd place winning essay in the "Her Vision Inspires" essay contest organized by the UCP government. It has been described as racist, sexist, misogynistic and transphobic. We talked about the concerning writing with NDP Children’s Services Critic and MLA for Edmonton-Whitemud, Rakhi Pancholi. 

How long will the sky-high inflation last and is there any relief in sight for Canadians? We pose those questions and more, to Jean-Paul Lam, Professor of Economics at the University of Waterloo and former assistant chief economist and principal researcher at the Bank of Canada.

Finally, the annual Shaw Charity Classic golf tournament has wrapped up and we get some details on the success of this year's tournament from Chris Dornan, Media Director for the Shaw Charity Classic.

Last week Canada announced it will resume “Operation Unifier” and the training of Ukrainian forces by Canadian military members. Joining us with details on all the latest news from Ottawa, is Mercedes Stephenson - Global News' Ottawa Bureau Chief and Host of The West Block.

The RCMP is using spyware capable of accessing cell phone and computer microphones, cameras and other data as part of major investigations. Is this a sign that Canada's Privacy Act needs updating? We ask cybersecurity expert and tech analyst, Ritesh Kotak.

According to a recent survey, one-quarter of Canadians describe their financial situation as “merely surviving”. Joining us with advice to help you navigate your debt and finances is Marie Kozlowski, VP of BDO Canada.

Finally, it’s officially the beginning of smartphone season! This is the time of year when smartphone makers start teasing the new phones that will soon be in our hands. Tech Specialist Mike Yawney breaks down the new phone options, including another line of foldables!

The soaring cost of living has a majority of Canadian's worried about their financial health. We get tips and advice aimed at managing your debt and finances from BDO Canada Limited Vice President, Marie Kozlowski.