What happens when a nation forgets its past? Tim Cook, Chief Historian at the Canadian War Museum, argues that remembering war isn’t just about the past — it’s about who we are today. From the 20th anniversary of the museum’s iconic new home to the 80th anniversary of VE Day, this conversation moves through personal,…
It’s more than grooming — it’s connection. Matty Conrad, founder of Victory Barber and GQ’s beard expert, joins Shane Hewitt to unpack why the barbershop still matters in 2025. In an age of isolation and digital noise, these intimate, real-world spaces give men something they rarely admit they need: trust, conversation, and presence. Matty shares…
Barbershops as spaces for connection:In a world of earbuds and echo chambers, the barbershop still holds space for real conversation. Shane Hewitt is joined by Jimmy Zoubris and Ryan Price for a candid episode of The Study — reflecting on men’s mental health, social connection, and why the simple ritual of a haircut still matters.…
Smart Thermostat SavingsSmart home tech promises savings, but at what cost? Handy Andy Baryer joins Shane Hewitt to break down how programs like BC Hydro’s Peak Saver work — using smart thermostats to reduce electricity usage during peak times by preheating homes and throttling energy consumption quietly in the background. The upside: lower bills and…
Mining robots, moon factories, and self-replicating spacecraft Forget flying saucers — if alien probes have visited our solar system, they’re probably in the asteroid belt or quietly building factories on the moon. Shane Hewitt speaks with Alex Ellery, professor of mechanical and aerospace engineering at Carleton University, about how interstellar spacecraft might actually work —…
What connects a weathered barbershop chair to astronauts stranded in orbit? Perspective. Shane Hewitt threads two seemingly unrelated stories — a chat with beard guru Matty Conrad about why barbershops still matter to men, and a look at how space junk is literally trapping Chinese astronauts aboard their own space station.It’s a night of contrasts:…
Part 1: From classical music and game nights to a budget with no punch — this week’s Roundup blends the personal and the political. Andrew Caddell and Jimmy Zoubris open with the small gestures that keep relationships strong, before shifting to one of the flattest federal budgets in memory. Despite massive spending, clarity and direction…
Movies:An action-packed Predator reboot, a dark boxing biopic with Sydney Sweeney, and a courtroom war drama with Russell Crowe speaking German — this weekend’s watchlist swings big. Steve Stebbing returns with fresh picks that surprise, hit hard, and raise eyebrows. Streaming:In the second half, Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein gets its Netflix debut — and Steve…
Kirk Neff spent his career behind the camera capturing life-changing stories — until his own body became one. Diagnosed with essential tremors, he found his hands, and his work, slipping away. This episode reveals the quiet fight behind the lens, the emotional toll of losing control, and the life-altering surgery that gave him back more…
Can food be a language of love, legacy, and leadership? For Jerry and Tanner Agar, the answer is a sizzling yes. In this two-part episode, they unveil FlavorPhiles — a new podcast where kitchen wisdom meets storytelling flair. They explore how restaurants create unforgettable moments, what hospitality really means, and how the kitchen became their…
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