A Calgary motorist was killed last week after his vehicle hit a C-train. Could it have been a case of road rage? And does it seem like more drivers losing their cool behind the wheel these days? We discuss this ‘heated’ issue with Julie Christiansen - Registered Psychotherapist and author of the new book The Rise of Rage.

Next - research has shown that loneliness is as bad for people's health as smoking 15 cigarettes a day - and it’s been declared the latest public health epidemic. We get the details on a new study focused on the topic from Dr. Ted Jablonski – our “on-call family physician”.

Finally….nothing like seeing your favourite rock stars on their world tours - but is it too much to ask for an earlier start time? While it’s fine to stay up “all hours” when you’re in your 20’s – those of us a little ‘further along’ age-wise who are shelling out big bucks for concerts – would be interested in a more reasonable start time to these concerts. We tackle the topic with Globe & Mail columnist - Marsha Lederman.

The pandemic created a new era for workers… it became the era of “work-from-home”...But is that era coming to an end? We discuss the current ‘state’ of the Canadian office with Ed Matei – of Peninsula Canada.

A new report has been released from Blue Cross Canada examining the current ‘travel trends’ of Canadian. We get details on the report, which surveyed over 2000 people – from Tim Bishop – Managing Director of “Blue Cross Canada”.

And finally - Astronomers believe they have found what is being called the brightest object in the UNIVERSE! We learn all about this incredible discovery – and how it was found – with Dr. Matt Taylor, Professor of Astronomy from the University of Calgary.

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How would a second Donald Trump presidency impact Canada? That was the focus of this week’s edition of “The West Block” on Global Television. We discuss what another term of ‘Trump’ in the oval office would look like for our nation – with Mercedes Stephenson – Global News Ottawa Bureau Chief and Host of “The West Block”

How critical is the HPV vaccine in reducing the risk of HPV-related cancers, like cervical cancer? We hear details on the latest ‘stats’ on the vaccine – from Dr. Ted Jablonski – our ‘on-call family physician’.

And finally – earlier this month, tech giant ‘Apple’ announced what was expected to be a new ‘category’ of product – the “Apple Vision Pro”. Well – it turns out that two-weeks into the launch – many of the headsets have been returned. We caught up with “The Gadget Guy” Mike Yawney for details on why the much ‘hyped’ product isn’t getting the reception Apple was expecting.

Are things getting a bit ‘snippy’ between the Mayor and City Council? We catch up with Mayor Jyoti Gondek to discuss what’s been happening at City Hall this week – including an ‘interesting’ online exchange that took place on Social Media – between the Mayor – and one Councillor.

This week is ‘Teacher’s Convention’ for the CBE. One topic very much being discussed is the role Artificial Intelligence has in our kids’ classrooms. We get some expert insight into how the new ‘tech’ can be used to enhance the educational experience – with Scientist and Journalist – Dan Riskin.

We know him, we love him….he wanders the stands in the Saddledome for every Calgary Flames home game…and he’s been doing it a long time. We celebrate the birthday of the Flames’ “top dog” – Harvey the Hound – with the Canine’s creator – Grant Kelba.

Artificial Intelligence in focus today down at the Alberta Teachers' Conference - what role could AI play in the classroom? Joining us ahead of his presentation at the teachers' conference is Dan Riskin - scientist and award-winning TV host - you may remember him as the co-host of Daily Planet on The Discovery Channel!

Can Justin Trudeau ‘right’ the Liberal ‘ship’ or is he what is sinking the party? We catch up with Daniele Beland, Professor of Political Science at McGill University and discuss the current ‘downward spiral’ of the Federal Liberal Party, and what – if anything – Justin Trudeau can do to turn things around.

Next, according to ‘Stats Canada’ the number of people registering for apprenticeships is the highest it has been since 2014. We talk about the surge in enrolment - and Canada’s need for carpenters, electricians and other skilled trades – with Jim Szautner – SAIT’S Dean of Apprenticeship.

Finally, registration is now open and spots will be filling up quickly for Sport Calgary’s “All Sport One City” event! We get all the details on this popular event with Former Olympian and CEO of Sport Calgary - Catriona LeMay Doan.

Looking for nutrition - and convenience in the kitchen? Look no further than the ‘mighty egg'! We talk Canadian Agriculture Day wit Linda Garson of “Culinaire Magazine.”

What are the objectives of the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo in 2024? Joining us to chat about the Wilder Canada Action Plan is Steven Ross - Chief Development Officer Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo. Good morning.

We’ve missed her for the last couple weeks but the Travel Lady, Lesley Keyter, is back from her expedition to Antarctica!

As we celebrate Valentine’s Day have you ever stopped to think about ‘why’ we fall in love”? We speak with Jim Davies, Professor from the Department of Cognitive Science at Carleton University for details on the ‘physiology’ and ‘science’ behind this crazy little thing called “love”.

We know there’s a housing crisis and that Canada needs to build more affordable homes, but are we relying too much on the private sector? We discuss how the concept of ‘social housing’ could be the answer to addressing the housing crisis with Shauna MacKinnon, Professor of Urban and Inner-City Studies at the University of Winnipeg.

Finally, she’s back from a whirlwind trip – to the bottom of the planet! We catch up with “The Travel Lady” Lesley Keyter, to hear details of her most recent adventure to ‘breathtaking’ Antarctica.