Most people don’t end up doing what they first set out to — so why are we still asking kids what they want to be when they grow up? Candy Ho joins Shane Hewitt to unpack how early career expectations can limit real potential. They break down CERIC’s new Career Myth Buster quiz and reveal…
Behind the tattoos and the anthems, Bif Naked is a storyteller. Her new documentary doesn’t just celebrate a career—it reveals the heart, the hurt, and the hope that fuelled it. In this candid interview, Bif reflects on her earliest struggles to be taken seriously, the relentless discipline she lived by, and what she’s now learning…
From rotisserie chickens to Campbell’s soup scandals, food prices and trust are on the line. Dr. Sylvain Charlebois, aka The Food Professor, breaks down what Canadians can expect in the upcoming 2024 Food Price Report—and how changing habits, costs, and controversy are shaping how we shop. Sylvain unpacks grocery store psychology, rising frugality, and why…
The Deepfake Crisis: Are We Losing Reality?What happens when seeing is no longer believing? Nathan Radke, co-host of The UncoverUp, warns that AI deepfakes could trigger a crisis of reality more disruptive than electricity or the internet. In this episode, he makes a bold claim: generative AI is distorting our perception of truth faster than…
Part 1 AI Labels, Trust, and the Future of Creative IntegrityShould we label AI-generated content—or is it already too late? On this episode of Smart Speakers, Shane Hewitt, Jamie Ellerton, and Lindsay Broadhead tackle the rising tension between convenience, creativity, and consumer trust in a world increasingly shaped by artificial intelligence. From Instagram cabins and…
What if the internet is no longer built for you—but built to trap you? Greg Fish breaks down how social media transformed into a zero-click casino where engagement is faked, sharing is dead, and everything is for sale. From autoplay death scrolls to spammy notifications, Greg compares the modern internet to a Vegas labyrinth designed…
What if your favourite deal was never meant for you—but created just for your phone? In this eye-opening conversation, retail expert Bruce Winder explains how AI is now powering Black Friday’s biggest decisions, from pricing to inventory to when and how you shop. Shane and Bruce explore Amazon’s predictive restocking, real-time price drops, and how…
Not all relationships that feel normal are actually healthy. Dr. Betsy Chung breaks down the difference—and reveals why many people confuse comfort with connection. From betrayal and communication breakdowns to parenting and personal shame, this conversation exposes the hidden forces that shape relationships. Dr. Chung explains why fixing a relationship isn’t about being perfect, but…
That Coca-Cola ad? It was AI. The viral song? Also AI. And now every time something feels magical online, the first reaction isn’t joy—it’s doubt. Shane Hewitt and Ryan O’Donnell explore how artificial intelligence is changing the way we trust what we see, hear, and feel. From AI-generated holiday commercials to deepfake music and TikTok…
If AI is behind a song, article, or Instagram photo—should that be disclosed? Shane Hewitt, Ryan O’Donnell, and Noah Scanga tackle the messy intersection of technology, creativity, and trust in an AI-first world. From AI-generated loading screens in video games to CGI vs. generative art in movies, the crew debates what makes AI feel like…
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