We begin with a look at the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. We speak with Robert Hage, Fellow at the U of C’s School of Public Policy and former Director of Foreign Affairs responsible for Ukraine and Russia. Robert brings us details on the latest in ‘talks’ between the two nations and what ‘peace’ might look like for the region – moving ahead.

Next, we examine a different component in the Russian Invasion – the war to spread disinformation surrounding the attack. We hear details of how the Russians are using Social Media platforms and manipulated videos to promote propaganda. We speak with Kathryn Hill, Executive Director for “MediaSmarts”.

It’s a real ‘gem’ of a local success story! We learn all about ‘ammolite,’ an organic gemstone which is found in Southern Alberta and has just been named the Province’s “official” Gemstone.

Finally, it’s “Motivational Monday” our weekly segment aimed at helping you achieve your goals and live your best life! This week, we meet Amy Rost, a mom of 4, Community Cultivator and founder of “Pilates Fest North”.

Calgary’s Beltline Community wants police to put a stop to the weekly so-called "freedom demonstrations" that have been ongoing for the past 2-years. The Calgary Police Service will today outline their plans for how to deal with protestors, in a meeting of the Calgary Police Commission. Member of the Commission, and Ward 9 Councillor Gian-Carlo Carra joined us to talk about what he says needs to be a necessary “course correction”.

People living in the Beltline community have reached a breaking point with these weekly demonstrations and are planning to gather in force this weekend to take back their neighbourhood. With details on the "defend the Beltline" plan, we talked with Peter Oliver, President of the Beltline Neighbourhoods Association.

Misinformation is running rampant in Russia, and this morning we spoke with Stephen Hall, Assistant Professor in Politics, International Relations and Russia at the University of Bath, to find out what it’s like for the Russian people, living under the reign of Vladimir Putin.

2021 was an historic year in Canada for financial losses due to fraud -- with details to on how to protect yourself, we talked with Tony Anscombe, Chief Cybersecurity Expert with global IT-security software company ESET.

And if you’re looking for some entertainment this weekend, Brett Megarry Host of the Couch Potatoes, reviews 2 new movies at the theatre and a must-watch Netflix movie!

We begin with a look at the war in Ukraine, specifically the Ukrainian resistance to the Russian attacks. We discuss with Professor Frank Ledwidge, Senior Lecturer in Military Capabilities and Strategy from the University of Portsmouth.

Then, it’s our weekly report on ‘all things Calgary’ with Global News City Hall Reporter Adam MacVicar. Adam brings us the latest on the ongoing ‘Beltline’ weekend protests and the message the Mayor and City Council have sent to the Calgary Police Service surrounding the issue.

If you’re a parent headed back to work in the office, you might be scrambling to find child-care. We discuss the impact the new ‘Government Grant’ program has had on the child-care industry with Danielle Bourdin, Executive Director of “Embolden Private Dayhome Community”.

Finally, it’s a chance to learn more about some very well- known Calgary landmarks and some hidden gems you may not know much about. In part two of our series “Where We Live,” our Dave McIvor brings us the story of Calgary’s ‘iconic’ “Spolumbo’s Fine Foods & Deli”.

We begin with our monthly conversation with Calgary Police Chief Mark Neufeld. We discuss the ongoing issue of the weekend ‘Beltline’ protests in the city and ask the Chief about the Police Service’s strategy to address them, moving forward.

Then, we continue our conversation on the war in Ukraine. We speak with a Professor of ‘Art History and Art Conservation’ from Queen’s University about the risk of losing many of the Heritage Buildings and centuries-old monuments in the war-torn country, due to the Russian invasion.

Next, it’s another edition of “Ask the Doctor” with Dr. Craig Jenne, Infectious Disease Specialist from the University of Calgary. As always, Dr. Jenne answers COVID-19 questions sent in by our listeners.

Finally, are you ready to keep the kids ‘entertained’ over March Break? We’ve got some ideas to help you avoid hearing the dreaded “I’m bored” over the break. We get some suggestions, from low-tech to high-tech toys and gadgets, from Danny Boome – the “Head of Live Shopping” from ‘Showcase’.

We begin with a discussion on the war in Ukraine. We speak with Andrew Rasiulis, an expert in Eastern European Affairs and ‘Fellow’ at the Canadian Global Affairs Institute. We ask Andrew about the significance of Ukrainian President Zelensky addressing Canada’s Parliament and what our government can do to further help the war-torn country.

Next, we continue our conversation on the conflict in Eastern Europe, specifically the plight of the thousands of children fleeing Ukraine as Russian invaders continue their destructive campaign. We speak with Aparna Tarc, Professor of Education from York University.

It’s easy for a company to ‘tell’ their employees they have to return to the office to work, but how do you make your employees ‘want’ to get back to the workplace? We discuss with an HR Professional from “Peninsula Canada”.

And finally, it’s a chance to learn more about some very well- known Calgary landmarks and some hidden gems you may not know much about. We kick off our series “Where We Live” and in the first installment our own Dave McIvor features what many consider the ‘symbol’ of our city: “The Calgary Tower”.