The Black Sea grain deal between Ukraine and Russia has been suspended. We get the latest on the war between Russia and Ukraine following last week's NATO summit with Andrew Rasiulis - Fellow at the Canadian Global Affairs Institute and an expert in Eastern European affairs.

The Provincial government is looking into the feasibility of health spending accounts for Albertans. We’ll discuss the ‘pros and cons’ of the proposed plan – with Lorian Hardcastle – Assistant Professor in the Faculty of Law – from the University of Calgary.

Next – we hear details of an exciting new partnership between a Calgary-based tech company – and sports giant “Adidas”. We speak with Madison Savilow – Co-Founder of “OCO” – the company what will be supplying Adidas with ‘ink’ that will be used in the production of sneakers. Ink…..made from ‘upcycled’ carbon capture material.

And finally - How will the latest interest rate hike by the ‘Bank of Canada’ impact the Calgary housing market? We tackle the topic – with Realtor Justin Havre – from “Justin Havre and Associates” – Remax First.

What is the state of Calgary's housing market? We get the latest from Justin Havre - Realtor with Justin Havre and Associates, Remax First.

The latest ‘Bank of Canada’ rate-hike means interest rates are now the highest they’ve been in 22 years! We speak with Bruce Sellery, CEO of ‘Credit Canada’ for details on how the ‘bump’ will impact the average homeowner – and what YOU can do, if you’re not able to ‘make ends meet’.

Next, do you plan on rolling up your sleeve for a COVID booster? The National Advisory Committee on Immunization is recommending we ‘roll up our sleeves’ for a COVID Booster Shot this Fall. We catch up with Infectious Disease Specialist - Dr. Craig Jenne from the University of Calgary – for details on the vaccine booster – and to answer your question ahead of the fall jab.

Finally, it’s our Mental Health Moment with Mental Health Advocate & Social Worker - Karen Gallagher-Burt. This week we discuss the mental health services and support available here in our city.

If you’re looking for something delicious away from the Stampede grounds, we have the details from the latest issue of Savour Calgary Magazine - Camie Leard, editor of Savour Calgary MagazIne is back with us to chat.

NATO leaders are in Lithuania discussing how to best continue to support Ukraine’s fight against Russia. We get the latest on the Summit from Global News’ Chief Political Correspondent, David Akin.

Strike action at BC Ports has been going on now for over 10 days. Financial experts estimate the strike is costing the economy at least $500 million a day. We discuss the issue - and the impact it’s having on Canadians - with Pedro Antunes – Chief Economist from the Conference Board of Canada.

It’s flapjack season! We had the chance to catchup with Veteran Stampede Caravan ‘pancake flipper’ – Mike McIvor who’s been part of the Caravan for over 40 years – and just happens to be the father of our own on-air contributor – Dave McIvor.

This morning, we’ll caught-up with our friends from the Wilder Institute Calgary Zoo and chat about the amazing conservation work happening in and around our city. This morning, we chatted with Caitlin Slade - Manager of Animal Care at the Archibald Biodiversity Centre & Wildlife Conservation Centre.

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and NATO allies are meeting in Lithuania this week. We get details on what’s on the agenda and how the member countries plan to continue to support Ukraine – with Steve Saideman – Paterson Chair in International Affairs at Carleton University.

Healthcare will be top-of-mind during the meeting of Canada’s premiers in Manitoba this week….What needs to be done to address the shortcomings of the Canadian healthcare system? We discuss the topic with Dr. Katharine Smart – Past President of the ‘Canadian Medical Association’.

Should popular text ‘emojis’ be used in a business context? We catch up with “The Gadget Guy” Mike Yawney for details on how the use of the ‘thumbs up’ emoji has led to a court battle.

According to a new study – thirty-six per cent of Canadian workers say they’re more burned out now than a year ago….So - what can employers do to help address the mental health of employees? We tackle the topic with Claudine Mangen, Professor in ‘Responsible Organizations’ from Concordia University.

Don’t be the Cowboy or Cowgirl , who “throws up” on the Boss’ Cowboy Boots! We get some tips on how to responsibly - and successfully - “network” during Stampede, from Calgary-based ‘Brand Specialist’, Robyn Braley.

Do you have a ‘drinking problem’? More to the point - are you drinking enough WATER on a daily basis…and just how much is enough? We discuss the importance of hydrations during the hot summer months - with Dr. Ted Jablonski, our ‘on-call’ family physician.

We’re all feeling the ‘pinch’ of the Federal Carbon Tax, particularly after the increase at the gas pumps that came into effect July 1st. But did you know that the Carbon Tax is lower in Quebec than anywhere in Canada? We discuss the ‘discounted’ rate Quebecers are receiving with Franco Terrazzano, Federal Director of the Canadian Taxpayers Federation.

Ever wonder what it takes to set up the ‘massive’ midway at Stampede Park for the ‘Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth? We get a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to get things ‘up and running’ from Scooter Korek, Vice President of Client Services for “North America Midway Entertainment”

Finally, look out musicians because artificial intelligence has its eyes set on the Grammy’s! We discuss the decision to allow ‘A.I’ created music to now be eligible to win music’s biggest prize, with Music Commentator Eric Alper.