Is Canada really using "Warning Yellow Snow" as an official weather term now? On this Good News Tuesday, Shane, Ryan, and Noah take that storm rating update for a hilarious spin, then shift into some truly heartwarming personal wins.

From Noah’s near-pet-care disaster (good news: the bird lives!) to Shane’s family escape to Banff, and Ryan’s powerful moment in Montreal at the Notre Dame Basilica — plus those life-changing bagels — this episode is equal parts absurd, touching, and laugh-out-loud funny.

Discover the weird new Environment Canada colour codes, and walk away reminded that good news comes in all shapes… including feathery ones.

Originally aired on 2025-12-09

At 69, one man biked around the world in honor of his late wife — and now he's chasing a Guinness World Record. On this Good News Tuesday, Shane and Ryan share the kind of stories that linger: powerful, personal, and quietly life-changing.

From a Saskatchewan volunteer keeping Christmas magic alive, to an 88-year-old grocery worker whose life turned around thanks to strangers online, the show hits on love, legacy, and how small acts ripple wide. Plus: Ryan’s perfect Montreal bagel moment, and Shane’s bike confession that puts it all in perspective.

This isn’t feel-good fluff. It’s the kind of good news that restores a little faith.

Originally aired on 2025-12-09

Netflix makes a $72M move to buy Warner Brothers’ streaming division — and then Paramount tries to snatch it with a hostile takeover. In this episode, TV critic and media expert Bill Brioux joins Shane to unpack the corporate chaos, what it means for viewers, and why no one can still find anything to watch.

They dig into the rise and fall of destination TV, the exhausting UX of modern streaming platforms, and why the endless scroll is driving people to ad-supported versions they still hate. Bill explains how the battle between content giants could reshape what’s on our screens — and how.

A candid, cutting, and surprisingly nostalgic look at the future of streaming.

GUEST:
Bill Brioux
brioux.ca

Originally aired on 2025-12-09

When’s the last time you followed your gut — or ignored it and regretted it? Shane and Ryan get honest about instinct, including the moments that nag at you until you act. They share stories of helping strangers, reconnecting with friends, and the kind of advice that hits harder when it’s earned.

There’s no guidebook for being a good person, but maybe it starts with showing up, listening closely, and sending tacos when someone needs it most.

A vulnerable, real-time conversation about the power of being present — and why it matters more than ever.

Originally aired on 2025-12-09

Can one kind gesture really shift someone’s life? Sam Demma thinks so—and he’s living proof. In this raw, deeply human conversation, Sam and Shane explore what it means to live creatively and compassionately while navigating criticism, doubt, and the pressure to always level up.

Sam shares the story behind his viral backpack metaphor, the formula for being someone’s taco, and how to reconnect with meaning in a noisy world. Whether you’re 15 or 50, this episode offers a reminder that kindness counts, presence matters, and everyone’s carrying something unseen.

GUEST:
Sam Demma
@‌sam_demma
http://samdemma.com

Originally aired on 2025-12-09

For 90 years, animal testing was the gold standard in drug development. But now the data is in: it doesn’t work. In this episode, Wayne Pacelle, President of Animal Wellness Action, explains why the U.S. just ended primate testing at the CDC — and how AI, ethics, and real science are rewriting the rules.

Wayne shares how primates, including ASL-trained chimps like Nim Chimpsky, helped change public perception — and why outdated 1930s testing laws are finally being overturned. He also touches on the surprising bipartisan support behind this change, and how zoos are evolving into unlikely allies for animal welfare.

A deeply human conversation about how progress actually happens.

GUEST:
Wayne Pacelle
@waynepacelle, waynepacelle.com

Originally aired on 2025-12-09

Forget the weather app — Uncle Bob’s here with the real forecast: sarcasm, memory lane, and light overcast shade. This episode brings together legendary West Coast broadcaster Bob Addison and Shane Hewitt in a nostalgic and humorous ride through Canadian holiday quirks.

They talk about everything from the lost art of Christmas radio specials to whether meteorologists deserve trolling on Twitter (spoiler: Bob thinks so). They also dish on family traditions, West Coast rain etiquette, and what makes Banff magical even at -20°C.

It's funny, familiar, and full of those weirdly perfect Canadian moments only Uncle Bob could capture.

GUEST:
Bob Addison
@‌riobobbo

Originally aired on 2025-12-09

It’s three weekends to Christmas — and things are getting delicious. Shane and Ryan serve up a festive episode filled with cozy holiday cravings, nostalgic snack memories, and the essential rules of a great charcuterie board.

From tortière to salami roses and chocolate surprises, they share their must-haves and hot takes on Christmas snacks, including a warning: jelly molds should stay in the '60s. Plus, what happens when you fall in love with fictional characters? And what are insurance companies not telling you about stolen cars? Guests Laurie Betito, Alyssa B, and CAA’s Elliot Silverstein help unwrap it all.

A warm, funny, and food-forward episode packed with everything that makes December sparkle.