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- 1-in-4 Canadians now has a 'side hustle', and some could make it a full-time job!
Jordan Casey is the CEO of Ownr, a company that helps those who dream of "doing it themselves" get into the game! A great conversation about grinding to make a living and sometimes making a bold choice to go it alone which isn't as hard as it looks! Runs 9m 45s. Aired October 17, 2026.
10 min - What's next for death row inmate Christy Pike after botched attempt at ending her life?
Dave Levinthal, respected journalist out of Washington, DC breaks down the curious attempt at fulfilling the death sentence of Christy Pike down in Tennessee. Runs 7m 37s. Aired October 11, 2026.
8 min - From diesel deals to Zelensky recommendations and voter intimidation, This Week in Washington doesn't disappoint
Global News Washington Correspondent Reggie Cecchini joins Rob to discuss the week in Washington with a number of topics surrounding Donald Trump including his deal with Russia and how its being received, his advice to Ukraine President Zelensky, and why he might have chosen to go a different path with those overseeing the upcoming midterm ballot boxes. Runs 9m 35s. Aired October 11, 2026.
10 min - From Ai prescribing medications to security within your laptop; This Week in Ai has it all
Francis Syms from Humber Polytechnic joins Rob once again to discuss the big stories in the Week of Ai. Runs 9m 01s. Aired October 11, 2026.
10 min - Why Quebec MPs are challenging the need to pledge oath to The King
Lawrence David joins Rob to discuss this unique request from new members of parliment from Quebec who don't want to acknowledge the King which could prove problematic. Runs 6m 47s. Aired October 11, 2026.
7 min - Why do Canadians military members see a higher threat of ALS?
Tammy Moore with the ALS Society of Canada, joins Rob discuss why Canadians with military service appear to face a higher risk of ALS. Recent reporting puts the risk at roughly twice that of the general population, but researchers still cannot say exactly why. The most likely explanation is a combination of exposures and experiences unique to military life, rather than one single cause. Runs 8m 08s. Aired October 11, 2026.
9 min - A new pilot program for youth hockey players in Nova Scotia to teach them about consent and hazing
Kailee Wakeman talks with Rob about the challenges her Avalon Sexual Assault Centre is seeing across the province of Nova Scotia when it comes to hazing and bullying in amateur sports - and parents have been included in their newly-ordered training. Runs 8m 33s. Aired October 11, 2026.
9 min - Some Canadians abroad have been waiting years to get proper documentation, why?
Dr. Lisa Brunner joins Rob to talk about the reason some Canadians living abroad have waited years for proper documentation because Ottawa changed its citizenship rules, then was not prepared for the surge of applications that followed. Is it a backlog at Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada for citizenship certificates? The official proof of Canadian citizenship needed before someone can apply for a Canadian passport? Runs 9m 29s. Aired October 10, 2026.
10 min - Has 'Build Canada Homes' done enough to kickstart consumer confidence in housing?
David Wilkes joins Rob to talk about what those on the ground are seeing when it comes to Ottawa's commitments to social and affordable housing. There's some great insight in this interview. Runs 9m 45s. Aired October 11, 2026.
10 min - Some using Ozempic and other GLP-1's are losing more than fat
Dr. Claire Morrow joins Rob to discuss the challenges some are facing while using GLP-1 meds as muscle loss is proving hard to prevent. Runs 9m 45s. Airs October 11, 2026.
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About Weekends with Rob Fai
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Rob Fai is the national weekend voice of Corus Radio, bringing his warm, conversational style and deep regional roots to audiences from coast to coast. A veteran broadcaster with more than two decades of experience on the West Coast, Rob is best known to listeners as the Hall of Fame play‑by‑play voice of the Vancouver Canadians Baseball Club and has long been a familiar presence on-air where he connected with audiences on both TSN sports radio, and 730 CKNW.
At his core, Rob is a storyteller who cares about the people behind the headlines. Whether he’s breaking down politics, revisiting local sports history, or inviting listeners to call in with their own perspectives, he approaches every show with curiosity, empathy, and a genuine desire to reflect the communities he serves. When he’s not on‑air, Rob is an Instructor at Kwantlen Polytechnic University in its Journalism faculty and still maintains his relationship with the Canadians. Little known fact, Rob has his barbering certification and has been known to pop up around town clippers in hand ready to help those in his community who could use a fresh start to the week.
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