Welcome to the MWSA Podcast for Friday, September 3rd.

We begin with a look at the first Federal Leaders Debate, held Thursday night in Quebec. We get reaction and analysis from Amanda Connolly – Global News Political Reporter.

affordable housing is a major issue right now in Canada and a noteworthy topic in the Federal Election and we discuss what can be done to remedy the problem with Political Economist John Rapley.

Then we head Stateside to get an update on the deadly carnage caused this week by Hurricane Ida. We get the latest from Global News Washington Correspondent Reggie Cecchini.

And finally it’s Pride Weekend! We get a rundown of all the happenings over the next few days which culminates with a special “virtual” edition of the Parade on Sunday.

Guest: Ellen Parker, CEO and owner of Parker PR.

Welcome to the MWSA Podcast for Thursday, September 2nd.

We begin with an update on the Federal Election. We catch up with David Akin, Global News Chief Political Correspondent, for details on the Liberal Party’s platform, which was released on Wednesday and a lookahead to the first leaders Debate being held tonight.

Next, we look at the “pros and cons” of heading back to school. The “pros” of our kids learning in-person vs. the “cons” of dealing with the Coronavirus in a classroom setting. We get the thoughts of an Epidemiologist from McGill University.

Is targeting unvaccinated people in rural and remote locations in Alberta the ‘key’ to winning the battle against COVID-19 in our Province? We discuss the strategy with a Professor of Political Science from the University of Alberta.

And finally… it continues to be a very trying time for local businesses. What can business owners do to gain some traction during this “4th Wave”? We get some insight from Ellen Parker, CEO and Owner of “Parker PR”.

Welcome to the MWSA Podcast for Wednesday – September 1st.

We begin with a look at the many myths surrounding COVID-19 and the Pandemic, in general. We do some “COVID Mythbusting” with Dr. Craig Jenne, Infectious Disease Specialist from the University of Calgary.

Next we hear details on a new – first of its kind initiative – aimed at creating  “Sexual Harassment-Free” workplaces. We speak with the Director of Strategic Initiatives from the Association of Alberta Sexual Assault Services about what makes this new program unique and how it works.

We use them everyday – and rely on them in many different ways but do our Smartphones actually make us ‘smarter’? We discuss with a PhD Candidate from the University of Toronto.

And finally – Summer’s not over yet! Looking to get out and enjoy the ‘great outdoors’ and hear some live music at the same time? We’ve got you covered. We hear all about next weekend’s “Roots, Blues and Barbecue Music Festival” taking place at the beautiful Badlands Amphitheatre in Drumheller.

Welcome to the MWSA Podcast for Tuesday, August 31st.

We begin with a look at the current situation in Afghanistan, specifically what Canada’s role will be moving forward now that our rescue mission is over and American troops have left the region. We discuss with Mercedes Stephenson, Global News Ottawa Bureau Chief and Host of 'The West Block'.

Next, we meet a Calgary Doctor who’s just been given a prestigious award for his “re-imagining” of a standard hospital ventilator which expands its use from just one patient to four. We speak with Dr. Steven Roy about his invention and get his thoughts on winning the “IDEA” Award, which in the past has been won by major tech-giants such as Apple and Tesla.

It’s “International Overdose Awareness Day”. We hear the gripping, personal story of Vanisha Breault, a recovering addict whose family has been rocked by the Opioid crisis. We hear how two of Vanisha’s sons are currently living on the streets – addicted – and get her thoughts on what needs to be done by government to help battle the growing crisis.

And finally – our “Travel Lady” is on assignment! We catch up with Lesley Keyter who’s currently on the “high seas”. We hear what it’s like to be on a cruise ship for the first time in two years. We speak with Lesley from her cabin on a “Seabourn” cruise ship – off the coast of Barbados!