Shane Hewitt sits down with Dr. Sylvain Charlebois, widely known as The Food Professor, to unpack the complexities of Canada’s food and employment landscape. They explore how the agricultural and restaurant industries depend on foreign workers, the political stakes of employment policies, and the growing challenges for young people entering the job market. The conversation also takes a turn into politics and culture, with reflections on Crown Royal’s recent controversy and what it reveals about Canadian unity. From food security to national identity, this episode looks at how political decisions ripple into everyday life.

Guest: Dr. Sylvain Charlebois — @‌foodprofessor

Originally aired on2025-09-04