Apr 29, 2020

In a time of stress like most of us have never experienced before, it's natural for many people to turn to substances to escape. But one of the dangers of physical distancing and self-isolation is that people can develop substance use disorders. These measures also make it more difficult for those in recovery to access...

Apr 24, 2020

From grains and pulses to fruits and vegetables to beef and pork, on the world stage, Alberta is a major producer of food. How has coronavirus impacted our agribusiness sector? In this episode we talk to a panel of experts about every aspect of our food systems, from production to supply to retail, and what our...

Apr 23, 2020

Calgary is a community that pulls together when times get tough. In this episode, we talk to Sandra Davidson, dean of our Faculty of Nursing, and Jackie Sieppert, dean of our Faculty of Social Work, about the benefits of helping out in a time of crisis — for ourselves and for the people we're helping. Whether it's a...

Apr 22, 2020

Coronavirus prevention measures have forced businesses in almost every sector to close, to offer reduced services, or to move their operations online. And people who want to start businesses are facing extremely difficult market conditions. In this episode, we talk with Rosalynn Peschl, an instructor in the Haskayne...

Apr 16, 2020

Working and schooling from home can be challenging at the best of times, but especially when people are trying to do it in the same space at the same time. We talk to Dr. Brittany Harker Martin, PhD, a specialist in online working and learning, about ways people who share space can make sure everyone's needs and...