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High grocery prices and the possibility of bringing in foreign grocers to increase competition were part of the conversation on this week’s episode of “The West Block”. We had the chance to discuss the impact more competition in the grocery sector could have on prices with Global News Ottawa Bureau Chief and Host of “The West Block”, Mercedes Stephenson.
Next, we continue our conversation surrounding the high cost of putting food on the table. According to data from Stats Canada, almost 9-million Canadians reported some level of food insecurity in 2022. So, what needs to be done to address this troubling issue? We get the thoughts of Professor Valerie Tarasuk, Lead investigator of the University of Toronto's “Household Food Insecurity Research Program.
Finally, Apple is set to announce something “new” in their product line-up next week. And while it’s not a ‘brand new’ device, speculation is that it will be a big step for the company. We catch up with “The Gadget Guy” Mike Yawney for speculation on what Apple may have planned and details on a new APP that’s garnering the attention of old-school ‘gamers’.

The controversial UCP “Bill-20” would allow the Provincial government to hold a considerable amount of control in Municipal Politics. What are the negative implications of the Bill and how could it change the ‘look’ of Civic Politics? We get the thoughts of former Calgary City Councilor, Jeromy Farkas.
Next, we’ve all heard the saying “Less is More”. Well now that saying may really hold some ‘weight’, when it comes to our dietary choices and longevity. We catch up with Dr. Ted Jablonski for details on a new study which links a reduced-calorie diet to a longer lifespan.
Finally, ever imagine what it would feel like to be weightless? Sensory Deprivation Tanks give you that experience along with a handful of potential health benefits. We wanted to learn more about the practice of ‘floating’, so we sent Mornings with Sue & Andy Producer Reece Schafer to give it a try at Calgary-based “Clear Float Spa”.

Everyone deserves a roof over their head. City council has spent this week hearing from Calgarians about the very contentious issue of “rezoning”. We get an update on how the hearings have been going from Mayor Jyoti Gondek.
 
Next, the price of everything keeps going up, and the only thing not going up seems to be our paychecks. New polling done by IPSOS finds ever increasing food prices have Canadians looking for other places to cut back so they can buy the food they need to feed their families. We get details on the poll from Darrell Bricker, CEO of IPSOS Public Affairs.
 
When was the last time you got lost in a book? If you are looking for your next literary adventure, we’ve got you covered. We catch up with our friend Ryan Smith from Owls Nest Books for some fresh suggestions for your Spring reading list.

When was the last time you got lost in a book? If you are looking for your next literary adventure, our friend Ryan Smith from Owl's Nest Books joined us with suggestions for your summer reading list ahead of Canadian Independent Bookstore Day.

The Federal budget impacts all of us in some way, shape or form. We had the chance to discuss how last week’s Budget announcement will impact the Calgary business community with Deborah Yedlin, President and CEO of the Calgary Chamber.
 
Next, Spring Cleaning isn’t just for you house, it might also be a good time to take the same approach with your mental health! We get some ‘self care’ tips from Karen Gallagher-Burt, Calgary-based Social Worker and Mental Health Advocate.
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Finally. Foodies, this one’s for you! We catch up with Linda Garson, Editor-in-Chief of “Culinaire Magazine” for a rundown of some exciting new additions to the Calgary restaurant scene!

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Does high density housing in Calgary correlate to an increase in criminal activity in our communities? We get insight from Calgary Police Chief Mark Neufeld as the conversation surrounding ‘rezoning’ continues to be a hot-topic in the city.

Next, widely regarded as one of the greatest professional athletes of all time, we have the pleasure of catching up with a man who’s coming to Calgary on April 30th. Olympic gold medal sprinter Donovan Bailey joins us to share details on his upcoming visit to the city and the release of his brand new memoir “Undisputed: A Champions Life”.
 
And finally, summer camps! We pretend they’re for the kids but really us parents are just looking for a break from the kids this summer! Have you found a camp and got you kids registered yet? We speak with Ellen Percival from “Calgary's Child Magazine” for some great suggestions to keep your kids busy come the summer months.