The Morning News with Gord Gillies & Sue Deyell

Dr Martha Hart joined the show this morning to talk about the 20th anniversary of the Owen Hart Foundation, her memories of her husband Owen, and bringing Jerry Seinfeld to Calgary.

New Ipsos polling shows healthcare is the number one election issue for Canadians, but half of us aren't willing to pay any more for it. Ipsos CEO Darrell Bricker explains.

A conference in Canmore this weekend gives ordinary women the opportunity to share their extraordinary stories. Brigitte Lessard-Deyell tells us about the Women Talk event and why sharing stories is so important. 

And long time Calgary broadcaster Andrew Schultz is officially joining the Morning News on Monday morning. We quiz him about his career, his life and what makes him tick!

Global News Ottawa Bureau Chief Mercedes Stephenson joins the show with an election update. 

Barclay Hunter, father of murder victim Josh Hunter, shares his personal pain and discussed the need to reform the justice system when it comes to crimes committed by people with mental health issues.

As violence continues to escalate in Hong Kong, Ken Tang, member of Friends of Hong Kong Calgary, talks about what he’s seeing overseas, and what he's experiencing here in Alberta, as he rallies in support of the protesters.

Producer of the award winning documentary "The Need To Grow", Tanner Stewart joins Sue to talk about the film, which explores the struggles of food providers converting to newer, greener tech.

And founder of the news website Pawzy, Kerri-Lynn McAllister shares stats about just how pet-crazy Albertans are, plus helps match us with the perfect breed of dog!

Welcome to the Morning News Podcast for Tuesday September 30th!

New Ipsos polling has been released ahead of the October 21st election. VP of Ipsos Sean Simpson breaks down the numbers and says it's still a two-party horse race. 

Philosophy Professor at Vanderbilt University Scott Aikin joins the show, talking about how we've forgotten how to argue in today's democracies, and questions whether leaders debates change how people vote. 

Andrea Andersen is an Edward Jones Financial Advisor, and says a new study shows 86 per cent of Albertans have not achieved their financial objectives, while too many Albertans are banking on a windfall to help them get ahead.

The Women of Inspiration Gala is this week. Monica Kretshmer with Universal Women's Network talks about honouring over a dozen of Calgary's top female leaders.

And, Troy Reeb, Executive Vice-President, Broadcast Networks for Corus Entertainment, joins us to talk about the state of Broadcasting in Canada.

Election talk continues as Duane Bratt, Political Scientist with Mount Royal University joins the show to discuss what a minority government could potentially mean to our province. Would it leave us with an Alberta dis-advantage?

Chief Political Correspondent for Global News David Akin checked in to give us the weekend roundup from the political campaign trail, and what the leaders are promising to do - and not do. 

Dr. Rita Henderson, Assistant Professor in the Departments of Family Medicine and Community Health Sciences at UofC, joined us to discuss the panel she's part of this week, speaking about the effects of opioids on various communities and cultures, and whether prescribing patterns are affecting the overdose crisis?

And finally, after a snowy September weekend, Global Meteorologist Jordan Witzel gave us a weather roundup on battered areas around southern Alberta!

Global Calgary's Leslie Horton and Linda Olsen, Angela Kokott and Gord's wife Kandi reflect on Gord's retirement.

We begin with Carbon tax 101. Our Ipsos polling this week finds climate change the number 3 issue Canadians are concerned about it this federal election. Global’s Jeff Semple ranks the ways the parties are dealing with climate change, with a focus on carbon taxes.

Speaking of the climate crisis, what are the big oil companies doing to reduce their carbon footprint?  Heather Yourex West says while there are some exciting new developments for reducing greenhouse gas emissions, there is still more work to do.

The author of The Vagina Bible joins us to blow up any misconceptions we have about the female body. Dr. Jen Gunter hopes her message can counter what she calls ‘lies’ coming from celebrities selling ‘snake oil’.  

Calgary tech writer Erin Lawrence of techgadgetscanada.com profiles some of the latest smart home security systems on the market and we reconnect with ‘Mo’, the manager of Canada’s best bathroom, at the Beaverhill Shell station near Lac La Biche.

We begin with a look at how Canadians view so-called ‘fake’ news. A survey by Historica Canada found most of us have been duped by a fake news story, but we’re also not that concerned about it.  We find out why.

As Calgary continues to try and lure new companies to move here and set up shop, other provinces and even states in the U.S. are doing the same thing. Mary Moran from Calgary Economic development talks about the competition to get them here and also keep business from moving away.

Impeachment is the word of the day as U.S. President Trump finds himself a target by the Democrats.  Global National’s Reggie Cecchini looks at whether it could remove Trump from the White House.

Author Susan Shumsky joins us to talk about how music by The Beatles was influenced by their time spent with the Maharashi , including great songs on The White Album.

Finally, sportscaster-turned-author Lisa Bowes introduces us to her latest book ‘Lucy tries Basketball’, which she hopes will encourage more kids to get active.

Calgary Police Chief Mark Neufeld shares his thoughts on a shooting this week at Cross Iron Mills, including how you should react in that kind of a terrifying situation.

We’ve got more polling numbers on the federal election including who Canadians think will be the best when it comes to prudent spending.  Hint: we barely trust anyone!

The film and TV industry is hopeful the new UCP government will offer more support for attracting business to the province. Supporters says the return on investment dollars is 3 to 1.

AMA is launching a new campaign to stop drivers who follow too close. ‘Failgating’ leads to crashes and that’s why the push is on to bring back the 3 second rule.

Finally, he’s ready for the ladies!  Dr. Malu Celli joins us from the Calgary Zoo with what happens next as the new silverback lowland gorilla joins the all-female troop.

The federal election race truly is neck-and-neck! Darrell Bricker joins us from Ipsos with polling numbers that find the Liberals and Conservatives tied at 35 percent support across the country. He’ll break down the numbers.

City council is back at it this week where Ward 3 Councillor Jyoti Gondek continues to shake things up. Why she says rapid transit needs to go north as debate continues with the Green Line LRT.  

As the Alberta Review Board hears an update on Mathew de Grood, found not criminally responsible for the stabbing death of five young adults, the father of one of his victims will not attend the hearing.  Barclay Hunter says he’s frustrated with the system and will continue trying to find other ways to honour the memory of his son Josh.

Global News is raising questions about how our education systems are preparing students for the ‘real’ world.  In ‘Failure to Launch’, reporter Megan Collie examines how high schools across the country may be missing the mark for graduates.

Finally, a new app that prevents kids from sending nakes selfies over their devices. How SelfieStop identifies nudity before the picture is taken and prevents the camera from working.

We begin with an update on the Crowchild Trail bridge work over the Bow River. Jeff Baird says good weather is helping work crews but the ‘completion’ date will likely remain early 2020.  

As more school boards consider banning cell phones in class we look at some research on the issue. Dr. Delaney Ruston says the latest evidence supports a ban.

More than a million Albertans live with some form of diabetes and the province has just approved funding for a promising treatment for type 2 diabetes. Dr. Stuart Ross joins us to talk about the benefits of Ozempic.

Entrepreneurs at the U of C will benefit from a 5 million dollar donation from the Trico Charitable foundation.  "Strings attached" include supporting businesses focused on a strong positive social impact.

And speaking of entrepreneurs, Sue tours a new cannabis store in Calgary that’s set up like a record shop to appeal to baby boomers!