Your Browser Is Tracking You: Carmi Levy Explains

Host Shane Hewitt speaks with tech analyst Carmi Levy about how websites use cookies to track users across the internet. Levy explains why Canadians should reject unnecessary cookies, tighten browser settings and regularly clear stored data. He says the European Union’s standards have pushed companies to offer better privacy controls globally. #onlineprivacy #BrowserCookies #cfraottawa #talkradio…

Hidden Monthly Costs: What to Cut First

Host Shane Hewitt speaks with a personal‑finance guest about how Canadians can reduce spending by identifying low‑value expenses rather than giving up everyday joys. The guest explains how small cuts—such as unused streaming subscriptions—can be redirected to long‑term savings and retirement planning. The segment highlights practical, empowering steps that help people feel more in control…

The Hidden Power of Human Connection

Host Shane Hewitt speaks with a guest from a national human‑connection initiative about why simply being around others does not create real social connection. The guest explains the health impacts of meaningful interaction and why awareness of human connection has lagged behind decades of education on diet, sleep and exercise. The discussion highlights new research…

Why We Don’t Recognize Our Own Loneliness

Host Shane Hewitt speaks with a national human‑connection advocate who says most people misunderstand loneliness, including herself when she founded the movement. She explains how major life events—loss, divorce, career setbacks and relocation—can trigger loneliness even in highly social people. The guest highlights how recognizing loneliness allows Canadians to address it through simple acts like…

How Small Connections Can Change Your Life

Host Shane Hewitt speaks with Pete Bombaci, CEO of GenWell, about Canada’s growing loneliness problem and why micro‑interactions matter as much as deep relationships. Bombaci says many Canadians don’t recognize signs of loneliness and explains how everyday habits—from talking to neighbours to scheduling social time—can improve health and resilience. The conversation highlights GenWell’s campaigns, including…

Why Micro‑Connections Matter: New Canadian Campaign

Host Shane Hewitt speaks with a representative from a Canadian social‑connection initiative about the launch of new Moments of Connection cards. The discussion highlights research showing that everyday micro‑interactions—at the store, the bank or a coffee shop—help Canadians feel seen, valued and connected. The guest explains why strengthening both deep and casual relationships is vital…

El Mencho vs Escobar: Expert on What Happens Next

Host Shane Hewitt speaks with Jean Daillant, associate professor at Carleton University’s Norman Paterson School of International Affairs, about the death of cartel leader El Mencho and the parallels to Pablo Escobar’s fall in 1993. Daillant explains how cartel structure, extradition pressure and cross‑border drug markets shape violence levels. The discussion explores whether Mexico could…