Episodes

  • Long Term Care Planning, Movember and Mens Health, and The 3rd Annual Lemon Lightup

    Long Term Care Planning, Movember and Mens Health, and The 3rd Annual Lemon Lightup
    Nov 13 2024
    WELCOME TO THE MWSA PODCAST FOR WEDNESDAY, NOV 13th Have you discussed your long-term care wishes with your loved ones? It’s a ‘not so easy’ conversation, that needs to be had – but how do you even ‘open’ up a dialogue - on such a difficult subject? We get some tips from Laurel Gillespie – CEO of the ‘Canadian Hospice Palliative Care Association. Next have you seen more mustaches on the streets of Calgary this month? “Movember” is in full swing - an initiative aimed at helping men discuss mental health - and have difficult conversations about issues like testicular cancer. We catch up with our MWSA Producer – Reece Schafer – who shares his personal experience navigating his own testicular cancer diagnosis – and recovery. And finally – this week The Westley Hotel and the “Love for Lewiston Foundation” will host the 3rd Annual “Lemon Light Up” Gala. We hear the emotional story behind the event from Jessica Olstad – who lost her son, Lewiston back in 2017 to Spinal Muscular Atrophy.
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    24 mins
  • Headlines From the Capital, Gadget Guy Mike Yawney and Grey Cup Sunday

    Headlines From the Capital, Gadget Guy Mike Yawney and Grey Cup Sunday
    Nov 12 2024
    WELCOME TO THE MWSA PODCAST FOR TUESDAY, NOV 12th PTSD can play a huge factor in veteran's lives - this week on the “West Block” – host Mercedes Stephenson spoke with Retired Master Corporal Gordon Hurley - about how Canada can be a leader alternative therapies for treating post-combat trauma. We catch up with Mercedes for details on the troubling issue of PTSD among Canada’s military – and how impactful the ‘alternative therapies’ can be, for the men and women struggling. Next – it could be a ‘game changer’ when it comes to finding your lost luggage. The ‘Gadget Guy’, Mike Yawney – brings us details on a software update to Apple’s “Air Tags”….Plus, Mike reveals what he believes will be the BIGGEST gifting ‘trend’ for techies this holiday season….and here’s a hint: It’s basically like having a movie theatre – in your living room! And finally - while, our team may not be in the ‘big game’ - that doesn’t mean our team won’t be well ‘represented’ AT the big game. We catch up with Diane Wensel – Chair of the ‘Calgary Grey Cup Committee’ for details on how her group will be bringing a little bit of ‘Calgary’ to the 111th Grey Cup this weekend in Vancouver!
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    24 mins
  • Mayor Jyoti Gondek, Election 2024 Updates, and Remembrance Day

    Mayor Jyoti Gondek, Election 2024 Updates, and Remembrance Day
    Nov 8 2024
    WELCOME TO THE MWSA PODCAST FOR FRIDAY, NOV 8th The City is proposing a 3.6 per cent property tax increase as part of its budget adjustments for 2025 - which is down from the projected a 4.5 per cent overall tax hike we were expecting. We get a breakdown on the tax decision - from Mayor Jyoti Gondek. Next….Donald Trump has been elected as the 47th President of the United States. How is the victory over Vice President Kamala Harris being received south of the border? We get some insight from Jackson Proskow - Global News Washington Bureau Chief. And finally - with poppies over our hearts, we’ll honour those who died fighting for our freedom on Remembrance Day. We reflect on the importance of the day - and how you can engage with history - with David Peabody, Museum Manager at the Military Museums Foundation.
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    21 mins
  • Credit Canada's New App, Politics Impact on Mental Health and Brand Building for Business

    Credit Canada's New App, Politics Impact on Mental Health and Brand Building for Business
    Nov 7 2024
    WELCOME TO THE MWSA PODCAST FOR THURSDAY, NOV 7th Making a budget can often be overwhelming and confusing. Well, guess what? There’s an app for that! We catch up with our ‘financial guru’, Bruce Sellery – from “Credit Canada”, for details on the new ‘money management’ APP “Butterfly” – launched just in time for ‘Financial Literacy’ month. Next – are you feeling stress or anxiety following this week’s US election? And - just how much of an impact do ‘negative’ news stories have on our Mental Health? We discuss with Karen Gallagher-Burt, Social Worker and Mental Health Advocate. And finally….What makes a successful brand? Does every business need a brand - and how do you go about creating a brand that ‘fits’ your business? We get some insight from Ellen Parker, CEO of Calgary-based ‘Parker PR’.
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    23 mins
  • US Election & Impact on Geopolitics

    US Election & Impact on Geopolitics
    Nov 7 2024
    How does the election of Donald Trump impact geopolitics and how can Canadian diplomats maintain a good relationship with our neighbours to the south under this new administration? Joining us to discuss is Emerson Csorba - a renewables executive and geopolitical expert.
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    6 mins
  • Donald Trumps Election Win, U.S Support for Ukraine and Gaza, and Alberta Trans Rights

    Donald Trumps Election Win, U.S Support for Ukraine and Gaza, and Alberta Trans Rights
    Nov 6 2024
    WELCOME TO THE MWSA PODCAST FOR WEDNESDAY, NOV 6th Former President Donald Trump has pulled off a stunning victory in the 2024 election. We head state-side for the latest - and talk about what the first steps for Trump might be – with Global News Washington Correspondent – Reggie Cecchini. Next - What impact will a new US president have on support for Ukraine and Israel? And - does a Trump win change the direction of either war? We tackle the topic with Robert Huish - Associate Professor in International Development Studies, at Dalhousie University. Trans rights have been in the news in Alberta since the UCP government tabled aggressive gender policy legislation last week. How is the trans community responding to the move by the UCP? We get the thoughts of Tammy Plunkett, Trans Advocate - and author of “Beyond Pronouns: The Essential Guide for Parents of Trans Children”.
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    29 mins
  • NATO Commitments, The U.S. Election, and The Field of Crosses

    NATO Commitments, The U.S. Election, and The Field of Crosses
    Nov 5 2024
    WELCOME TO THE MWSA PODCAST FOR TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 5th What impact will the US election have on us Canadians? And how much ‘different’ does this Presidential election look, compared to 2020? We tackle the topic with Mercedes Stephenson – Global News Ottawa Bureau Chief and Host of the West Block. Next – just how much do you know about the US ‘electoral system’ – and how it differs from ours? We get some insight from Melissa Haussman - Professor of Political Science at Carleton University. And finally - over 3,600 crosses stand as a silent reminder along five acres of Calgary’s Memorial Drive. ‘The Field of Crosses’ is a visual representation honouring the Southern Albertan’s who made the ultimate sacrifice in their service. We hear about the significance of the elaborate display with George Brookman, representative from ‘The Field of Crosses’.
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    23 mins
  • How the U.S. Election Could Impact Your Portfolio

    How the U.S. Election Could Impact Your Portfolio
    Nov 5 2024
    How could the US election impact the stock market and investments? Joining us to discuss the sectors that could be most impacted by the outcome of the US election is Francis Gingras Roy - Senior Investment Advisor and Financial Security Advisor at Manulife Wealth
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    6 mins