Manitoba’s premier says the province is working on three megaprojects that will bring in a combined $30 billion of economic activity. Wab Kinew says that’s enough to transform the "have-not" province into a wealthy one.

While one of those projects, Port of Churchill Plus, has already captured Prime Minister Mark Carney's attention, CBC’s Bartley Kives takes us through what the other two might be.

Plus, the prime minister has highlighted the Port of Churchill as a potential nation-building project, but what will it take to make the vision a reality –– and what challenges lie ahead? Feiyue Wang, the director of the University of Manitoba's Churchill Marine Observatory and the Canada Research chair in arctic environmental chemistry, explains.

Advocates say early universal screening for learning disabilities could change lives — but teachers worry it may not be the best use of limited classroom resources. Host Marcy Markusa speaks with Karen Velthuys from the Learning Disabilities Association of Manitoba, Lillian Klausen, president of the Manitoba Teachers Society, and Melanie Rosenfelt, who talks about being diagnosed with two learning disabilities at age 43.

From better work-life balance to Canada’s universal health care, more U.S. doctors are finding reasons to move to Manitoba. Dr. Arleigh Trainor shares her reasons for leaving the States, and Dr. Alison Carleton talks about what's attracting physicians to rural Manitoba.

And more U.S. doctors are on their way, Manitoba’s health minister says. What does that say about the province’s doctor recruitment push? CBC’s Faith Fundal speaks with Dr. Nichelle Desilets, president of Doctors Manitoba, about what this means for the province’s health-care system.

CBC's Cory Funk is guest host

Homeowner Carol Styles speaks with host Marcy Markusa about living on Carpathia Road, facing possible expropriation as part of the Kenaston Boulevard widening project, and the uncertainty that's shaped her family's life for more than two decades.

Winnipeg Mayor Scott Gillingham speaks with Marcy about the $757-million plan to widen Kenaston and replace aging bridges, and addresses residents’ concerns about communication, expropriation and city growth

How can Winnipeg ramp up its nightlife? Host Marcy Markusa explores the city’s after-dark scene with Nuit Blanche Winnipeg general manager Kurt Tittlemier, who discusses how the city can keep its creative spark alive beyond one big night. 

CBC’s Djeneba Dosso hits the streets to hear what University of Manitoba students think would make Winnipeg’s nights more exciting. 

And Ottawa’s nightlife commissioner, Mathieu Grondin, joins the conversation to share lessons from his city's nightlife revival.

Premier Wab Kinew speaks about the fires and vandalism at the constituency offices of cabinet ministers Nahanni Fontaine and Bernadette Smith.

We also talk about Manitoba healthcare. It's been two years since Premier Kinew's NDP won their election. And we ask him to respond to some Manitoban's concerns that healthcare is still broken.

Half of Canadian girls drop out of organized sports by the time they're 17, according to the organization Canadian Women and Sport. Host Marcy Markusa speaks with Marijke Vandergrift, the director of brand and partnerships at the organization, about its new campaign to combat the problem.

The International Olympic Committee billed the 2024 Paris Olympics as the  first Games with "full gender parity on the field of play." Gold medal curling champ Jill Officer and Janine Stephens, who won a silver medal for rowing, talk about how they felt as they watched the 2024 Paris Olympics, and why it took so long to reach gender parity.

And Marissa Naylor talks about representing Canada at the International Bowling Federation World Championships in Hong Kong, her journey to Team Canada, training highlights and her career achievements, including six consecutive awards as Manitoba's female bowler of the year.

As people around the world react to the killing of Charlie Kirk, a vigil was held in Winnipeg this week for the American conservative activist. The CBC's Rosanna Hempel talked to people at the vigil, held at the Manitoba Legislature ground.

Meanwhile, Winnipeg criminal defence lawyer and author Zilla Jones says that vigil left her concerned for the community. She also explains why she’s demanding an apology from the prime minister and Manitoba's premier, after some Canadian politicians stood to honour Kirk.

Also on the podcast: videos of Kirk's shooting on Sept. 10 quickly circulated online. Laura Cavanagh, a registered psychotherapist and professor of behavioural sciences at Seneca Polytechnic, joins us to talk about the effect viewing graphic violence has on people, especially youth.

When you can't afford or access a therapist, is it a good idea to get mental-health advice from a chatbot? Information Radio host Marcy Markusa speaks with Mark Dale about the potential risks and rewards.

Despite popular belief, location-sharing services on your phone don't magically turn off once you stop using GPS. Your location is tracked even when your phone is in your pocket, and that information is being collected and sold by app developers. We'll ask cybersecurity expert Marc Perreault how we can protect ourselves and our data. 

Winnipeg police Insp. Max Waddell spoke with Faith Fundal about retail crime, after an incident that involved youth with a firearm at a local business.

Also on the podcast: Michael Weinrath, criminology professor at the University of Winnipeg, speaks with host Marcy Markusa about the armed robbery of the Unicity Walmart by four teens. He talks about what it reveals about youth crime in Winnipeg and how society can prevent similar incidents.

Kash Heed, former West Vancouver police chief, speaks with host Marcy Markusa about the ruling on the 2023 fatal shooting of Afolabi Stephen Opaso, police behaviour and use-of-force changes.

Also on the podcast today: Marcy speaks with Rune Glomseth, an associate professor emeritus at the Norwegian Police University College who specializes in police leadership.

First on the podcast today: Ashley McKague, a mom to a Type 1 diabetic child, speaks with host Marcy Markusa about the challenges of monitoring insulin pumps in a school setting.

Also on the podcast: Why ask Google when you can just ask ChatGPT? It seems more and more young Manitobans are turning to artificial intelligence to solve their problems. But is that a good thing or bad thing? A group of Gen Zers are in the studio and they'll weigh in.

Marcy chats with Rylee Gerrad, Bridget Clemente and Kyler Zaenali.

Michael Holden, an assistant professor in the faculty of education at the University of Winnipeg, speaks to host Marcy Markusa about the pros and cons of AI in schools.

And Aaron Benarroch, the director of recruitment and International Education with the Winnipeg School Division, talks with guest host Marjorie Dowhos about a surge in international K-12 students this year, including the impact of shifting political relations with the U.S., the challenges of finding homestay families, and how the program benefits both local students and the community.

As activism drops off, a panel of three university students weigh in. Finance student River Inan, political science student Victoria Romero and business student Kyler Zaenali share their thoughts on the future, politics and what needs to change.

From cries of "Get off your phone!" to "Why are you making offensive comments?" multi-generational conversations can stall pretty quickly ... how to keep talking with your family and friends this summer. Writer and professor Randy Boyagoda speaks with host Marcy Markusa.

Anna Moar and Kadin McCron speak with host Marcy Markusa about their move into drug-free transitional housing in St. Boniface after living on a Winnipeg riverbank. They share how they connected with St. Boniface Street Links, their struggles with addiction and homelessness, and their hopes for a new start.

Also on the podcast today: Avrom Charach, spokesperson for the Manitoba Professional Property Managers Association, talks about how landlords could help ease Winnipeg’s homelessness crisis. He talks about why wraparound supports are essential, what landlords need before opening up units, and how Housing First programs can succeed — with the right help.

A synthetic opioid more than 40 times stronger than fentanyl — ordered online and delivered in days. CBC’s visual investigations unit uncovered how nitazenes, a new and deadly class of opioids, are flooding Canadian streets through online ads, social media and the mail system.

Senior reporter Eric Szeto explains how traffickers exploit gaps in the system — and how this invisible trade is costing lives.

Host Marcy Markusa speaks with Angela Lavallee, whose 27-year-old son Kyrel — known as Blue Thunderbird Man — died of an accidental overdose just days after being released from detox. Angela shares her son's story and why she's now fighting for change.

Tokyo's government will begin rolling out a four-day work week for some of its employees, as part of an effort to combat the country’s declining birth rate by improving work-life balance. With Canada facing its own record-low fertility rates, could a similar policy make a difference here? Marcy Markusa speaks with Shelley Clark, a demographer and sociology professor at McGill University.

Also on the podcast: Melanie Zebrynski tried for years to get a tubal ligation, only to eventually give up after facing pushback from her doctor. Meanwhile, her fiancé was easily able to get a vasectomy. She talks about the challenges of advocating for herself.

A recent report found Black Manitobans face the longest ER wait times, even when arriving with more serious conditions. Sume Ndumbe Eyoh, director of the Black Health Education Collaborative, speaks with host Marcy Markusa about the study's findings and what needs to happen next. And Dr. Barry Lavallee, chief executive officer of Keewatinohk Inniniw Minoayawin Inc, explains why he feels the report falls short on reflecting lived Indigenous experience.

Travel Manitoba's Allison Dalke talks with host Marcy Markusa about how families can make the most of their summer vacation. From affordable getaways and hidden gems to festivals, camping and glamping, she offers tips for exploring the province — and explains why more people are choosing to stay close to home this summer.

CBC's Darren Bernhardt speaks with host Marcy Markusa about the long, controversial history behind Winnipeg's iconic intersection. From its 19th-century roots to decades of pedestrian restrictions and shifting public opinion, Darren walks through the politics, pushback and infrastructure decisions that led to today's historic reopening of Portage and Main.

Mayor Scott Gillingham speaks with Marcy Markusa about the long-awaited reopening of Portage and Main to pedestrian traffic for the first time since 1979. He talks about the financial reasoning behind the decision, the future of Winnipeg's downtown, and what this moment means for the city's identity. The conversation also touches on accessibility concerns, transit changes and the legacy of a landmark intersection.