We couldn’t leave you hanging after a long weekend, so, for "Motivational Monday," on a Tuesday, we check in with Jackie Dumaine, Professional Speaker, Writer, Transformational Coach, and founder of The Elevation Code. Jackie tells us how we can get on-track for reaching our goals, and "re-focusing" to a positive mindset.

In a world where so many people have degrees and a wealth of experience, it's tough to set yourself apart from the pack. One thing employers are looking for right now is what they call "Soft Skills."  Cristina Schultz is a Staffing Specialist with About Staffing in Calgary, and explains what a potential boss might be looking for.

The travel industry continues to gear up for our return to jetting around the world, so we get the latest from an expert on prepping you and your family to travel again. The Travel Lady Lesley Keyter tells us about her personal checklist.

The Perseid Meteor Shower is happening right now, and assuming the sky is clear from the smoke, it promises to be a great show. We talk to Gary Boyle, the "Backyard Astronomer" about the event and the best way to watch it.

And instead of "Shakespeare By The Bow," this year it’s "Shakespeare On The Go." Theatre Calgary Artistic Director Stafford Arima tells us how the traditional performance has been reimagined due to the pandemic.

Welcome to the MWSA Podcast for Friday, July 30.

Mayor Naheed Nenshi was a little "hot under the collar" this week with the Provincial government’s announcement surrounding the further easing of COVID-19 restrictions, including the "winding down" of contact tracing and the end of mandated quarantine for those who get the virus.

Deborah Yedlin, the President and CEO of “The Calgary Chamber” gives us details on this year’s edition of the Chamber’s “Small Business Awards," and some tips on how Calgarians can help support the many small businesses in our city, impacted during the Pandemic.

COVID-19 cases continue to climb at an alarming pace in the U.S. We get an update on just how serious the situation is in the United States, with Jennifer Johnson, Washington Correspondent with Global News.

Move over Spock! The town of Vulcan has a new claim to fame. We speak with Bonnie Ellis, the Community Services Manager for the Town of Vulcan about their town's newly acquired title of “Most Active Community in Alberta."

Welcome to the MWSA Podcast for Thursday, July 29.

There's a long lead-up to this fall's Municipal Election with campaigning starting months ago. MRU Political Scientist Lori Williams breaks down the “pros” and “cons” of such a lengthy campaign.

New numbers released by Statistics Canada show a drop in “crime severity” nationwide in 2020 with Alberta showing the biggest decline. We get reaction from the Deputy Chief of the Calgary Police Service, Chad Tawfik.

“Patient feedback” is important when it comes to treating Youth Mental Health issues in our Province. We hear details on a new report on the topic from the U of C’s “School of Public Policy”.

And believe it or not this week marks “500 Days” of working from home for many Canadians. While many plans have been laid out for the "return to the office," what if you’re not quite ready to make your way back? We hear strategies to "negotiate" a continued “working from home plan” with your employer, from a Professor of Business at Queen’s University.

Welcome to the MWSA Podcast for Wednesday, July 28.

We begin with another edition of “Ask The Doctor” with Dr. Craig Jenne, Infectious Disease Specialist from the University of Calgary. We ask Dr. Jenne his opinion on the new trend of rising Coronavirus cases in our city and across the Province. And as always, the Doctor answers COVID-19 questions, as sent in by you, the listener.

Even with forest fires raging in Alberta and B.C. there’s still plenty of concern surrounding the “Mountain Pine Beetle”. We speak with a Mountain Pine Beetle Researcher on what the level of concern is this year when it comes to the pesky insect, and what’s being done to battle it.

It’s great news for the organizers of the Calgary Pride Festival and Parade. We speak with the “Director of Organizational Change at Calgary Pride” about the significance of their new sponsorship deal with TD Bank.

Is your cell phone “listening” to you? Even when you’re not using it? We catch up with Tech Expert Marc Saltzman for details on how our devices are tracking us, and why we should be concerned.

Guest: Jennifer Booth - Manager, Communications & Stakeholder Relations with BBBS of Calgary & Area