It's Motivational Monday! This morning we're joined by a man who continues to push his body and his boundaries, to achieve a life-long goal. Todd Payette - champion bodybuilder, weight training coach, author & speaker, joins us to share his story and motivation!

Food banks are struggling to keep up with demand. How does Calgary and Alberta compare to the numbers across the nation? We get details on the nationwide “2022 Hunger Count” from Betty Jo Kaiser, Communications Coordinator with the ‘Calgary Food Bank’.

It Looks like Rogers 26-billion dollar merger with Shaw has been put on ice, at least for now. We discuss the future of the deal and how you may be impacted, with Ben Klass, PhD Candidate from Carleton University’s School of Journalism and Communication.

Top tier tennis will be served-up in Calgary next month. We find out how you can get ‘up close’ to the action with Danny Da Costa, CEO of the “Osten & Victor Alberta Tennis Centre”.

Finally, if pizza and beer wasn't already a perfect marriage, a local business is improving this ‘perfect pairing’. We speak with Kyle Heier from “Half-Hitch Brewery” on the transition from Pints to Pizza and the birth of “The Mash” restaurant.

The Bank of Canada announced another interest rate hike on Wednesday morning, the sixth increase this year. How will this impact homeowners and mortgage rates? We discuss with Victor Tran, Mortgage Expert with “Ratesdot.ca”.

With inflation the highest it’s been in 40 years and prices of everything from food to gas on the rise, is it time to revisit ‘couponing’ as a good way to cut down on household costs? We get some tips on how to ‘clip and save’ from the ‘Coupon Cutie” herself, Nichole Schaubroeck.

Has social media become a critical tool for politicians and is it an effective way to engage with the public? We discuss with Social Media expert Joe Whitbred of “Joe Social”.

Finally, are you ready to feel the magic? Illusionist Darcy Oake joins us to share his story on how he became a world-renowned professional magician ahead of his show this weekend in Calgary.

Can you spot a scam or social engineering? We chat with Darek Makey - Chief of Security Insights & Global Threat Alliances, Fortinet’s FortiGuard Labs about how to protect yourself online.

We begin with our weekly conversation with Mercedes Stephenson, Global News Ottawa Bureau Chief and Host of “The West Block”. Mercedes brings us the latest on the investigation into the use of the emergencies act during the ‘Freedom Convoy’ protests in the nation’s Capital.

Does the new British Prime Minister stand a better chance of outlasting a head of lettuce? We hop across the pond for reaction to Rishi Sanuk being named the next PM, with UK Business Owner and Broadcaster Kenni James.

Alberta’s ‘Renewable Energy Program’ is set to produce a multi-million-dollar windfall this year. What does this mean for the R.E.P. industry moving ahead and how should the surplus be used to have the most positive impact on the economy? We discuss with Blake Shaffer, Economics Professor from the University of Calgary.

Finally, looking to escape the snow? We catch up with “The Travel Lady” Lesley Keyter for some tips on the hottest trends in travel, including some exciting new ‘cruise’ options.

This week marks eight months since the start of the war in Ukraine. We discuss the current ‘state’ of the Russian invasion and get some insight as to what may come next in the conflict with David Hastings-Dunn, Professor of International Politics from the University of Birmingham, England.

Could it be that a product many women use on a regular basis could lead to an increased risk of Cancer? We get the disturbing details on a study surrounding ‘chemical hair straighteners’ from Dr. Ted Jablonski, our “on-call family physician”.

Should companies strive to be more proactive rather than reactive when it comes to the mental health of employees? And, how can employers foster resiliency in the workforce? We discuss with Dr. Ryan Todd, CEO of “Headversity”.

Finally, do you have more 'fruitful' conversations talking to the 'wall' than with your teen?? We catch up with Social Worker and Therapist Bonnie Kelly, for tips and tricks to help you have meaningful conversations with the teens in your life. 

We begin with our weekly conversation with Mayor Jyoti Gondek. This time out, we ask the Mayor for her thoughts on the renewed discussion surrounding the Event Centre Project, a project which has been ‘tossed around’ now, for 7 years.

Next, we head across the border for the latest news state-side with Global News Washington Bureau Chief Jackson Proskow. Jackson brings us details on this week’s ruling by a Federal Judge which alleges that Former President Donald Trump lied under oath about voter fraud in the 2020 election.

Halloween is coming a week early for a special group of Calgary kids. We learn about a unique event which gives children with disabilities a chance to get out and “Trick or Treat”.

Finally, we cap off ‘Small Business Week’ by shining the spotlight on Calgary-based shoe retailer “Checkmate Shoes”. We speak with shop owner Dani Izzo on the challenges and opportunities small businesses face, post-pandemic.

New life has been breathed into the Event Centre deal! What does a good deal look like for Calgarians? Joining us to discuss is Moshe Lander, Senior lecturer in Economics at Concordia University & Host of the Moshe Lander Show.

We begin with renewed talks at City Hall into the ‘Event Centre Deal’. Could the project finally get the green light, and if so, at what cost to Calgary Taxpayers? We discuss with Moshe Lander, Economics Professor from Concordia University.

It’s been an incredibly rough ride for local small businesses. As we move further away from the pandemic, what’s the road ahead look like for small businesses in the city? We get the thoughts of Deborah Yedlin, President and CEO of the Calgary Chamber. 

Then, it’s our regular segment to help you get your mind right! This time out on our ‘mental health moment’, Mental Health Advocate Karen Gallaher-Burt offers up some coping tips to help navigate through a ‘life crisis’.

Finally, she’s been named one Canada’s “Most Powerful Women”. We speak with Milehna Radakovic, who’s been recognized for her work advancing women’s entrepreneurship in Alberta and across the country. 

We start with our monthly chat with Calgary Police Chief Mark Neufeld. We discuss what is being done to curb the continued violence in the city and CPS’ piolet project with The Alex.

Next, we discuss the C.D. Howe Institute’s Monetary Policy Council recommendations for the Bank of Canada’s interest rates, what we can expect in the coming months and if rate hikes are helping to curb inflation. We get insight from C.D. Howe CEO Bill Robson.

Flu season is around the corner and Pharmacist Amyn Kanji, owner of The Medicine Shoppe, joins us to discuss what we expect from the flu season and why you should roll-up your sleeve.

Finally, we continue our small business week coverage and speak with a local success story - Fuji Ramen & Sushi.