There's a new owner for the St. Lawrence Fluorspar Mine. We heard from mayor Kevin Pittman.

Members of the local Sudanese community believe the man killed in the shooting incident involving the RNC, was their friend Omar Mohammed. The CBC's Ariana Kelland spoke with Akway Omot.

As Meta doubles down on blocking Canadian news content in response to Bill C-18, Morning Show intern Amy Feehan hit Water Street to hear what people had to say.

Today is a major holiday for Muslims all over the world. The Morning Show's Andrea McGuire joined us to talk all about Eid al-Adha, all from a live ceremony that took place this morning in St. John's.

Is buying a house all that realistic these days? We speak with a mortgage broker and a realtor to weigh in about our local housing markets and some tips for first time home buyers.

New research suggests there could be a link between receiving the shingles vaccine, and a lower risk of developing dementia. Health columnist Dr. Peter Lin joined us to explain.

A rash of overdose deaths has advocates in this province wondering about what supports are out there and when more will be available. We talked to Jane Henderson, a harm reduction consultant for NL Health Services about harm reduction in the province.

For people who drive to and from St. John's everyday, gas prices are becoming harder to handle. Morning Show intern Amy Feehan met up with Bob Marsh, the owner of Marsh's Taxi, to find out how business is doing.

Alex Wells was recently recruited by Southwest Minnesota State University to play wheelchair basketball at the college level. The Morning Show’s Amy Feehan visited Alex at his practice to find out more.

We spoke with executive director Neria Aylward on the report released today by the Jimmy Pratt Foundation, which is laying out some potential solutions to the province’s childcare crunch.

We spoke with Skipper Bob Bartlett of Trinity Eco-Tours, about the Stellar's Sea Eagle's second appearance near the Trinity area, and the buzz it generates among bird enthusiasts.

Every child should have a chance to experience the joy of making music. We met Emily Martin, who runs an inclusive music program in St Johns about equal opportunity in the arts.

Taerum Boone spent over thirty years wondering who killed his father. When police finally cracked the case this year, it prompted him to pay an emotional visit to his dad's old home on Bell Island. The Morning Show's Jamie Fitzpatrick spoke to him last week, just before the end of the trip.

We got cringey with it on today's show, in honour of Father's Day. We wanted to hear your best dad jokes!

Morning Show intern Amy Feehan hit the streets to hear what some people have to say about going all-in for the potential holiday.

Let's explore our creative side. We sent CBC reporter Darrell Roberts to the speak with the head of the Anna Templeton Centre's arts and crafts camp, and some creative kids.

Shock and disappointment. The oil and gas sector is reeling after Equinor announces a three-year delay in their Bay du Nord project. CBC's Ryan Cooke has been following the developing story, and joins us in studio to break it all down. Following this we speak with Daren King, executive director of Trades N.L., about the delay and how it'll affect tradespeople in this province.

Making a choice between their safety or their livelihood. That's what it's coming down to for some crab harvesters this season. We hear from Brenda Greenslade, the executive director of the Newfoundland Labrador Fish Harvesting Safety Association, and Jeff Loder, the executive director with the Association of Seafood Producers. They both speak to us about safety concerns raised by a crab harvester yesterday on the show.

We headed to Conception Bay North to get all the details on this year's Come Home Queer celebration. Organizer Gerry Rogers joined us for a chat.

Nine players from this province helped lead Canada to gold at the World Junior Ball Hockey Championships. We spoke with Cassie Drover from Upper Island Cove and Alyson Thomas from L'Anse au Clair, on what that win meant for women's ball hockey in the province.

From playing on the rock to competing in a desert oasis. The CBC's Nabila Qureshi met up with Osama Punjabi at the pool hall to talk about the tournament and get a quick lesson.

According to a recent study, cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia can help cancer sufferers get a good night's sleep. Dr. Sheila Garland led the study, and she joined us in studio with cancer survivor and co-investigator Sondria Brown, and cancer survivor and study participant Bob Wakeham.

More than 100 fertility patients had their personal information shared in a mass email. The CBC's Terry Roberts visited Kelsey Puddister-Collins at her home in Logy Bay. She was one of the parents copied on that email.

We get the very latest on the city's efforts to introduce Uber and other ride-sharing services to the city. St. John's in a chat with Mayor Danny Breen.

Consumers might be eager for Uber to hit St. John's streets, but local cab companies? Not so much. We asked the owner of Jiffy Cabs for his thoughts on the city paving the way for ride-sharing services.

Emma Craig is a librarian at the AC Hunter Library, Morgan Murray is an author and also works with local publisher Breakwater Books, and Trudy Morgan-Cole is author of several books. All three joined us to talk Audiobook Appreciation Month.

An 18-year-old from Ontario and a 15-year-old from Botwood died in ATV accidents on the weekend. We spoke about safety with the head of the Newfoundland Trailway Council and the Avalon trailway corporation Rick Noseworthy.

A dream house with a nosy neighbor, getting out of a rut, and looking for love in rural Newfoundland. We spoke with Mary Walsh and Dave Sullivan about the new season of "The Missus Downstairs."

When it comes to exercise, new research aims to explore how much... or how little... you need to do to minimize your risk of some cancers. Health columnist Dr. Peter Lin joins us to explain.

Looking for a quick trip from St. John's to Halifax? These days you've got one more option. We spoke with PAL Airlines' Vice President of Commercial Operations, Ashlynn Burry, about their new direct flight.

We spoke with Aaron Murphy, a broadcaster from St. John's who has carved out a successful career as a commentator and analyst in the U.K.

Many of us have seen the replicas of vibrant rowhouses in tourism ads and souvenir shops, but where exactly is Jellybean Row? And how do you get there? The Morning Show’s Andrea McGuire searched for answers at the Pedestrian Mall.

If you're driving your car this morning, some medical students are encouraging you to think twice about your mode of transportation. The Morning Show's Jessica Singer joins us live from MUN's Medical School Building to tell us why.

Kaushik Roy is a third year undergrad student, and he says he's paying far more than what he should in tuition fees. The Morning Show's Jessica Singer spoke with Roy about why he thinks it's unfair.

Paradise area parents have been lobbying long and hard for a new high school for their town. We spoke with the Mayor of Paradise, Dan Bobbett.

Just ahead of the Newfoundland and Labrador Folk Festival, we got the rundown with organizer Julie Vogt. Quidi Vidi's Justin Fong also stopped by to give us a taste test of their new beer, "Folked Up."

It consists of two sticks and a broom. And it can get very competitive. We sent out Morning Show reporter Jessica Singer to learn more about the game, where she played a few rounds with residents Jane Dwyer, Gerard Griffin and Wendy Penney.

SGO Designer Glass has been creating beautiful windows, entrances, and cabinets for nearly 20 years. Owner Dave Pye and company designer Jillian Gardiner stopped by to tell us about all the work that goes into making beautiful stained glass designs.

The Morning Show's Darrell Roberts was live at the Royal Newfoundland Yacht Club to speak with some sailing instructors. They then chat about racing, and plans for the 2025 Canada Games.

As the world moves away from fossil fuels, N.L. Hydro expects demand for electricity to soar. They're considering the construction of a new combustion turbine powered by diesel. Tom Adams is an energy consultant, and he joined us on the line to break it down.

There's big money for big plans at the Port of Argentia. From wind energy to aquaculture and critical minerals, the port is hopping. Now it's just gotten millions in federal money to expand. Scott Penney is the CEO of the Port of Argentia, and he joined us in studio to talk about plans for the future.

As we wait to see what the bank of Canada will do tomorrow, financial analyst Larry Short joined us to talk about who is most at risk.

A part of a series for Pride month that focusses on the lesser known LGBTQ+ stories that impacted this province. In Part 2, we heard from the CBC's Martin Jones about the expulsion of nine people from the Canadian Forces in Argentia in 1977, because of a same-sex wedding.

Lance Corporal John Shiwak is a decorated WWI veteran from Rigolet. A plaque will be unveiled close to the spot where it's believed he and a group of soldiers were killed in France in 1917. We spoke with his nephew who has been advocating for him and other Indigenous veterans to be recognized.

The Morning Show's Jessica Singer reached out to Sobia Shaikh, co-lead of the Anti-Racism Coalition of Newfoundland and Labrador, about tags including racist, anti-Semitic and anti-LGBTQ+ remarks found in Torbay. Following this, Mayor Craig Scott weighs in on the impact.

After a decade of baking pizzas and breads they were burnt out and in need of a break. We spoke with Chef Katie Hayes, about reopening the popular eatery after a year away.

The new school year is fast approaching. But not for new high school grads. Some might be filled with dread, as they negotiate the first stages of adulthood. To help make it a little easier on them and their parents, we sent CBC's Amy Feehan to chat with Frank Ryan at Ryco Financial, and pick up some financial tips.

For some, going out to eat isn't as simple as a dinner reservation. In this week's installment of our "At The Table" series, we heard about how the design of a table can make, or break, access to some spaces. Kathy Hawkins, Mandy Penney and Travis Turpin work at Empower NL, a disability resources centre. They spoke with the Morning Show's Darrell Roberts.

The CBC's Malone Mullin spoke with Tina Olivero of St. John's, who lost her son Ben to a drug overdose on Saturday.

We talked about one of the most impressive, and maybe underappreciated, little creatures on the planet... The Arctic Tern! Seabird biologist Bill Montevecchi is tern-ing our attention to these seasonal visitors, who are putting on a spectacular show every night in Conception bay.

A world of enchantment, with a dark Newfoundland twist. Elizabeth Whitten took us to the Rooms to learn about a new exhibit exploring the world of fairies, and spoke with artist Nicholas Aiden.

What's black and white and read all over? Most of us are getting our news online and through social media these days. But that's going to change with Facebook blocking Canadian news content. We spoke with René Roy, editor-in-chief of the independent community newspaper Wreckhouse Weekly.

A teenage rugby player from this province has had a summer to remember. We spoke to James Noftall about playing across the country (and internationally!) with Team Canada.

Local musician Dave Penny joined us to talk worms, and performed the "Goobies Worm Thief" for us live in studio.

They don’t call it ‘sin city’ for nothing, according to the world's leading website for extra-marital affair. We spoke with Senior Director of Communications for Ashley Madison, Isabella Mise.

The Morning Show's Sandi Noseworthy was at the Splash Pad in Bannerman Park, looking for some advice people would give to that younger version of themselves ahead of the first day of school.

A tragic fire for a Fermeuse couple also means an enormous loss for the local arts community. The “Shadows of the Past Museum” housed Newfoundland artifacts and paraphernalia of every description. We spoke with local musician Colleen Power, who borrowed items for music videos and other productions.

Local musician Bill Brennan has worked on nearly 130 albums, showing off his skills as a pianist, percussionist, and composer, among other talents. He joined us in studio to discuss his career and the inspiration behind his music. We also get a little taste of music from his newest album, Kaleidoscope.

Local antique car enthusiast Glenn Thomas is organizing a group of cars to show up outside Karwood Retirement Home in Paradise this afternoon.

The federal carbon tax came into effect on Saturday. With the cost of living going up, the CBC's Sarah Antle hit the streets to see how the latest tax will affect people. Then, we spoke to Avalon MP Ken McDonald about why he voted against this tax increase, and against his party.

The provincial government is cracking down on Air-bnb's and other short-term rentals. But property owners say it isn't clear what the new rules are. The Morning Show's Darrell Roberts joined us in studio to break that situation down for us.

Colin Taylor went on Ocean Gate's Titanic Tour last year. He spoke with the CBC's Bailey White.

Members of the Substance User Network of the Atlantic Region, or SUNAR, say drug users need to be a part of the conversation centered around the overdose crisis. Jill Harnum, the regional peer lead and Sylvia Newhook, a peer outreach worker joined us in studio to explain.

Morning Show intern Amy Feehan takes to the streets to find out who is willing to complain about the hot weather we've been having. Afterwards, Don Clarke and Emily Ferren, who both work with The Outfitters in St. John's, joined us in studio to talk about making the most of every type of forecast.

It's been 50 years since the town of CBS was formed. We spoke with Woodrow French, one of their earlier council members on the history and future of the town of CBS.

We speak with former MuchMusic VJ Bill Welychka about his new book "Happy Has Been", which talks about his time at Much, and his long career in television.

Come by Chance Fire Chief Duane Antle spoke with CBC's Terry Roberts about how they're coping with the loss of their friend, Corey Smith, a fellow firefighter.

Sobia Shaikh of the Anti-Racism Coalition of NL, and Precious Familusi of the provincial chapter of Black Lives Matter, joined us to share their opinions on the officer-involved shooting at Regatta Plaza in St. John's.

A Memorial based project is using recycled plastic to create 3D printing filament. We spoke with Jenny Hillier, president of Enactus, about the inspiration behind project R3D

Morning Show reporter Darrell Roberts joined us from Mount Pearl to tell us about this evening's Pride celebrations.

The Brown Booby bird is normally found in pan-tropical areas of the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. But crab harvester Carolyn Ellis says a juvenile Brown Booby showed up on their boat on June 30, and made himself at home for about a day and a half. The Morning Show's Andrea McGuire called up to Carolyn Ellis to hear all about it.

With a following of fifty thousand strong and hundreds of thousands of views, Jamie Murphy is making waves with his funny videos. He joined us in studio to tell us more about it.

Feeling hungry? Morning Show reporter Darrell Roberts took us to Filipino restaurant RJ Pinoy Yum during their lunch prep.

We spoke with Peter Quinton, the concert promoter who's bringing Alanis Morissette and many other big acts to the city this Summer for the Churchill Park Festival.

A recent spike in cocaine-related overdose deaths is raising concerns about fentanyl in the province's illicit drug supply. The CBC's Malone Mullin spoke with Nick Boyce of the Canadian Drug Policy Coalition to learn more about how it gets into the system, and how to improve harm reduction efforts.

A new approach to a sustainable future for the North East Avalon. We spoke with Myles Russell about his new group, Streets Are For People, which advocates for more sustainable urban planning.

For the next few days, Wade Hale expects to be turning a few heads as he visits his home of Newfoundland in his unique vehicle -- a Slingshot.

You may want to consider adding wall squats to your exercise routine, as new research shows the move can benefit your most important muscle, the heart. Health columnist Dr. Peter Lin joined us to explain.

We spoke with Chief Mi'sel Joe about the tragic end to the search for the missing submersible, and Miawpukek First Nation's close connection to the Titan.

Have you been blocked? Some social media users can no longer see news. We talked to CBC's Darrel Roberts about why and where you can find the news outside social media.

Off the coast of the island, below the surface of the ocean, there's a whole other world of strange and unique wonders that most never see. But one cold-water, diving duo are dipping below the surface and bringing back stunning images. The Morning Show's Jessica Singer met up with Jillian Taylor and her boyfriend Tanner Stein at a dive site in Harbour Main.

This mom of four has words of wisdom about the first day of school that you might find surprising. Hayley Alloway-Pike first moved to the province as a single mom of four. The Morning Show's Jessica Singer asked Hayley what her advice would be, and what it was like coming to a new country with four little ones.

She’s one accomplished 18-year-old, and this weekend, Paige Penney will open for Alanis Morissette this weekend at the Churchill Park Music Festival. We had her in the studio for a chat about her career and experiences so far.

Hitting the road and slapping the spoons! The Morning Show's Jessica Singer joined us from Harold Butler's famous cab. Later in the show, they stopped by the studio to give us a live performance!

We spoke with Chef Nick van Mele, author of "The Grounds Cafe - Seasonal Dishes from Murray's Century Farms," which has recipe offerings from the Murray Family's own personal collection. We were also joined by The Ground's Evan Murray.

The province is weighing 24 different wind to hydrogen projects, but the questions remains as to how many can actually be built. CBC reporter Ryan Cooke joins us to talk about the labour crunch.

Sheila's Brush, a mural that hung on Harbour Drive for decades, was thrown out after it fell into disrepair. A group of volunteers rescued the mural, and have been restoring it with the help of the original artist, Helen Gregory. Morning Show reporter Darrell Roberts spoke with her about what it was like to paint, and then revisit the mural decades later.

As the kids head back to class next week, some adults think safety should be a bigger focus this upcoming school year. Bev Moore-Davis works with Body Safety NL and has been advocating for her child safety program "Kids in the Know" to be implemented in this province's schools. She joined us in studio for an update.

Musician Terry Reilly joined us to talk about a Teddy Bear Picnic comeback this summer.

The Battery neighborhood may be picturesque. But according to one resident, diesel fumes billowing out of ships in port can make it difficult to breathe. Rona Rangsch, a German artist and PhD student living in the Battery, spoke with the Morning Show's Andrea McGuire. Since the Port of St. John's offers land-based electricity, she questions why so many ships use diesel instead.

It's a drive-through farmer's market, with a delivery option as well. Tara Lehman, executive director of the Portugal Cove-St. Philip's Chamber of Commerce, has been working hard to launch the project. She stopped by the studio to tell us all about it.

"Tiny Ruins," a book by Nicole Haldoupis, is getting a big film treatment from local production company Rogue Rock Pictures.

Magicians, acrobats, jugglers, and comedians, all in one place. We spoke with Danielle Aubot, owner of Cirque'letics, who will be performing at the festival this weekend. We were also joined by Jim Russell, who'll emcee the event.

How is this year's St. John's Regatta shaping up? The Morning Show's Darrell Roberts stopped by Quidi Vidi lake to find out more from Ashley Peach, vice-president of the regatta and the captain of the course.

Morning Show reporter Darrell Roberts joined us live with the Fieldians Athletic Association, who hosted a watch party to cheer on team Canada.

We spoke with provincial fire duty officer Jeff Motty about how our hot, dry summer could mean an increased risk for forest fires.

We talked about the rising costs of groceries. Have shoppers noticed a big difference? And how is it affecting clients at local food banks? The Morning Show's Amy Feehan and Darrell Roberts went to the supermarket to ask shoppers what they think about how much they're paying at the checkout. Following this we spoke with Jody Williams, Executive Director with Bridges to Hope.

The CBC's Jessica Singer joined us in studio to break down why quantifying our homelessness problems have been so complex.

A recent study may finally answer long-standing questions about the safety of testosterone replacement therapy for men. Health columnist Dr. Christopher Labos joined us to talk about new research on testosterone replacement therapy.

We spoke with patrons of Chapters, as well as librarian Emma Craig, and author Emily Hepditch about their recommendations for summer reading.

The CBC's Heather Gillis spoke with PWC School Council chair Gordon Stokes, and parent representative Sonya Rideout about concerns raised over the new proposed school in Portugal Cove - St. Philip's.

A dream that took root over twenty years ago will finally be realized next year when the remains of an unknown soldier from the First World War are brought home to Newfoundland. We spoke with Frank Sullivan who first proposed the idea about how this went from an idea to where we are now.

The Morning Show's Andrea McGuire was live at St. Andrew's Elementary to chat with principal Joanne Anthony, and some students!

More unusual bird species seem to be turning up more regularly in the province and local birder Jared Clarke has been taking it all in. We'll talk about what could be going on...and if there are new patterns of bird movement due to our warming climate.

His poetry is a staple of our show, but we've never known a whole lot about the poet himself. CBC's Andrea McGuire met up with Bob LeMessieur earlier this spring to learn a little more about his poetic inspiration.

We hear from Sarah Worthman, a local researcher who has looked into the history of anti-LGBTQ+ rhetoric.

David Russell led the U.K.'s efforts to rescue the infamous Russian Kursk submarine. He shared what he anticipates for the missing Titan submersible, and what possibility there is of it being found.

Forget the FIFA World Cup and the start of Premier League season. We've just crowned our provincial soccer champs! We spoke with Abby Evans from Holy Cross Nutra Holdings, and Bobby Gamba from Fieldians.

We bring you an update from a Newfoundlander living outside Halifax about how the fires there impacted him and his neighbours. Brad Holwell and his family were among the thousands of people who had to evacuate their homes because of raging wildfires nearby.

They're calling it the must-see show of the summer. Let's Dance the musical is opening in three cities, and the company behind it wants St. John's to be the first. Director Keith Pike and "Lets Dance" lead Luciano Decicco joined us in studio to talk about why Terra Bruce Productions is betting big on this 60's-inspired story.

Leaving high school behind and heading out into the world is a big step. We found some recent high school graduates from O'Donel High School in Mount Pearl, Alexander Fahey and Sarah Maloney. They joined us in studio to talk about how COVID affected their high school years, and to look ahead to the future.

It's a splashy, underwater adventure, and it's coming to the Bowring Park amphitheatre. We heard all about The Spongebob Musical from director and producer Kyle McDavid, and cast members Kelsie Scott, Elliott Lambe and Grace Ryan.

You can't dance all day if you don't start in the morning. The Morning Show's Jessica Singer joined us live from the Well Room on Duckworth Street, where they're having an early morning party.

The Morning Show's Jo-Ann Dooley reached out to Charlie Dunn, a crab harvester who has serious concerns about safety during this year's fishery.

One key aspect of harm reduction is creating better access to naloxone kits, which can help save lives in overdose cases. But once you have a Naloxone kit, you also need to know how to use it. We spoke with St. John Ambulance instructor Heather McCarthy about their free opioid poisoning response training program.

The CBC's Malone Mullin was in Port aux Basques when the storm hit last year. She was also there again this week, and joined us in the studio to tell us what she heard from the community.

One young musician will get a big boost to their budding musical career this weekend. We talked to Folk Arts Society executive director Julie Vogt, about the 2023 NewFound Talent Contest happening Saturday night.

Whether it's in a cone or a cup, have you ever wondered, 'How do they make ice cream? And how can it be so delicious?!' The Morning Show's Jessica Singer joined us live from Sweet Rock Ice Cream on Water Street, to chat with owner Sarah Rochacewich.

Everyday we’re getting closer and closer to summer! But the weather hasn’t gotten the memo. So we figured we’d issue an apology to the tourists. We sent the Morning Show's Amy Feehan out to chat with some tourists.

The sudden burst of summer also means a sudden burst of pollen into the air. Todd Boland is the research horticulturalist at Memorial University's Botanical Gardens. He joined the Morning Show to explain the piles of pollen we're seeing.

We spoke with the CEO of Big Feed Grocery Delivery Club, Bradley Russell, about how they hope to tackle the challenges that come with accessing fresh food in rural communities.

A family in Catalina has been trying to sell their land for years, but according to the government, it was never theirs. Later this fall, they're going to court to sort it out. Morning Show reporter Darrell Roberts joined us in studio to break the situation down for us.

When is a burger more than a burger? A pair of stepbrothers are trying to pair tasty burgers with a love for their community. Morning Show reporter Darrell Roberts spoke with Presto's Tommy Prestarri.

Newfoundland Morning's Martin Jones talks about a CBC series from 1979 called Being Gay, and discovers how many ideas from it are still being argued today.

We spoke with Merv Wiseman, who has spent decades with the Canadian Coast Guard. He talked about questions that were raised over the safety of OceanGate's Titanic expeditions.

It isn't always easy to get through a construction zone on a busy, hot day. So we decided to talk to an expert. Nick Penney is the general manager of Young Drivers of Canada, and he joined our Morning Show reporter Andrea McGuire on location from a downtown construction site to discuss road safety.

You can paint, knit, sing and dance. Morning Show reporter Darrell Roberts was live at the Hold Fast-homebase, Eastern Edge Gallery, and found out more from festival coordinator Elijah Martel.

The Victoria Heritage Village looks like it's from the early 1900s, and is filled with artifacts and history. Morning Show reporter Jessica Singer paid a visit, and spoke with Frank and Elihu Antle of the Victoria Heritage Society. Following this, we spoke with Vince Butt, who does public relations work for the Victoria Heritage Society as well.

Looking for a new ride? We asked former car dealer Neal Noseworthy about leasing versus buying, and other questions that come up when you’re car shopping.

Jane Henderson is a Harm Reduction Consultant with Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services. She spoke with The Morning Show about a recent police warning that some cocaine in the province is laced with fentanyl.

Nature NL is keeping tabs on our own insect populations. The Morning Show's Andrea McGuire was live this morning at Memorial University's Botanical Gardens, where she spoke with entomologist Sean McCann, and Catherine Scott, the insect programming coordinator with Nature NL.

We speak with Azal Dosanjh, writer and director of a new play that pays tribute to a well-known playwright from India.

High interest rates have made a hit on the province's housing market but things are still pretty hot for sellers. We heard from Bill Sterling of The Provincial Association of Realtors to learn more.

A watered-down win. MUN's faculty association wanted a voice at the Board of Regents table, we heard about that during their strike last winter. Now they have that voice, but they say it falls far short of what they had been hoping for.

The Bonavista Peninsula will soon transform into a public work of art. We got a sneak peek into this year's Biennale from Executive Director of the Bonavista Biennale Sue Balint and featured Artist Billy Gauthier

People on the Burin Peninsula are cautiously optimistic about a massive wind to hydrogen energy proposal for the area. We hear from Mayor Brian Keating of Marystown, and John Baker, President of the Burin Peninsula Chamber of Commerce.

A call for stronger police oversight. We heard from justice critic for the provincial conservative Helen Conway Ottenheimer on how the police in this province are governed, and from the former chief of the RNC. Helen Conway Ottenheimer is the justice critic for the provincial conservatives.

Yesterday, the United States Coast Guard and OceanGate announced the 5 people onboard the Titan submersible have been lost at sea. The Morning Show's Jessica Singer brought us the latest on that story.

As tens of thousands of people in British Columbia and the Northwest Territories continue to face evacuations due to wildfires, the smoke and particulates released from those blazes can affect communities far from the source. Health columnist Dr. Peter Lin joined us to explain.

A Mi'kmaw man who's been an activist, chief, and elder in this province, is now a published author. Calvin White spoke to us about his new book, One Man's Journey.

When that fog rolls in, what vibes roll over you? Fog has had a penetrating effect on the people of St. John's for hundreds of years. Folklorist Dale joined us in studio to share some foggy folk tales.

The CBC's Sarah Antle took to the streets of St. John's to ask folks for their thoughts about the controversial question; is a hot dog a sandwich?

Spending money to save money. The new Oil to Electric Incentive Program provides funding to switch over to things like mini splits, central heat pumps, electric furnaces and electric boilers. Environment and Climate Change Minister Bernard Davis joined us on the line to explain the details on this new program.

When you're dealing with a disease like cancer, any treatment that keeps it at bay is a big help. But what happens when coverage for that treatment runs out? Gregory Lush has been battling cancer since 2018, and was put on a chemo drug called Carfilzomib in January 2022. Last week, Lush and his family were informed that the coverage for the drug has ended. We spoke with Gregory Lush's daughter-in-law, Crystal Casey.

The Morning Show's Darrell Roberts stopped by the Torbay History House and Museum to speak with curator Noah Morritt and the president of the Historic Trust, Luke Quinton.

When it comes to customer service, Calvin Young is a platinum certified superstar. We chatted with him about his people skills, and how he caught the attention of the big Loblaws brass.

Tom Cooper is with MUN's Faculty of Business Administration. He joined us to talk about how the disruptions at the Vancouver port affect us in St. John's.

Vaping is a huge problem for teens in this province, but what help is available for them? We learn more about that coming up from Dr. Leslie Phillips, who operates the Stop Vaping and Smoking program through MUN’S School of Pharmacy. First, the Morning Show's Amy Feehan hits the streets to to chat with people about what they think of both habits.

There's nothing better than fresh pastries in the morning. We know one place where you can find them. This morning, we sent CBC reporter Darrell Roberts to Torbakery in, you guessed it, Torbay.

The competition will take place on George Street on the Bud-Light main Stage, and feature ten local drag performers all competing for the grand prize, including a trip to Toronto Pride. We spoke with this year's host, Ophelia Delight, who was also last year's winner.

While the minimum wage slowly increasing in this province, the Workers Action Network says it's not enough. Sarah Moriarty, Community Organizer with the Network in St. John's, joined us to explain.

Love under the Starship 3000. We heard about how a newlywed couple from Burin snapped some wedding-day photos at Thomas Amusements. Moya Taylor joined us on the line.

We spoke with Artistic Director of Lady Cove Choir, Kellie Walsh, who was in Italy competing at the Seghizzi International Choral Singing Competition. It's considered one of the oldest and most prestigious choral competitions in the world.

We explored the world of TikTok live videos with local Tiktoker and comedian Stef Curran.

We’ve got a Great Big Show, including a live performance from Sean McCann, who is in town to play some Great Big Sea hits, and a few deep cuts from their catalogue too.

Some members of the local LGBTQ community say the organization needs to be more inclusive and transparent than in previous years. We're joined by new board member Eddy St. Coeur, to talk about this year's plans.

We spoke with author Margaret Aligbe, an international student from Nigeria, about her new book detailing experiences as a post-graduate student in both Sweden and here in the province.

The history and mystery behind the Freemasons of St. John’s. Author Helen Escott and historian John Fitzgerald will introduce us to some of the strange details she discovered while researching her latest crime thriller- Operation: Masonic…

Federal regulators in the United States have approved that nation's first over-the-counter birth control pill. Advocates say the move will make contraceptives more accessible. Should Canada do the same? Health columnist Dr. Christopher Labos joined us to talk about it.

Music and death... Not everyone's favourite dinner topic, but it can be a lot of fun. The Morning Show's Jamie Fitzpatrick met up with Joe Argentino at Bannerman Brewery to talk music and death, and hear some musical samples he brought along to play. His presentation is at Bannerman Brewery on Sunday, starting at 4:00pm.

Organized religion isn't always the most welcoming space for 2SLGBTQ+ people. We heard about one event this week that celebrates the intersection between the community and spirituality.

Carmelita Butland Bruce has had the same phone number for years, and says many friends and family are now unable to get in touch with her after switching providers. The CBC's Jessica Singer spoke with Carmelita, and stopped by the studio to tell us more.

Geoff Meeker is the owner of the online store, Jellybean Row, which sells various pieces of artwork and decor featuring those colourful row houses. Geoff spoke with the Morning show about the history of the idea of Jellybean row.

The Morning Show's Jessica Singer was live at Quidi Vidi Lake to speak with Tract Consulting president Neil Dawe. They just won a national award for landscaping the Regatta Winner's Circle.

Finding a place to rent in this province has become incredibly difficult over the last couple of years. So much so, that some people have resorted to taking their home on the road. The CBC's Jessica Singer spoke with Kathryn Hewlett here from the United States, and Danielle Steiner, who was been living in a camper in Mount Pearl since September with her husband and dog.

Time to get creative. Writers NL has launched their popular summer haiku series again this August...find out from our guest Wendy Rose how you can be part of the fun.

We pay tribute to enigmatic land developer, Kevin King. Clarenville Deputy Mayor Paul Tilley joined us to share some thoughts on Kevin King's legacy.

After hearing from a concerned downtown resident and property owners about the state of vandalism, we put their questions to Mayor Danny Breen.

A woman from Cambridge, Ontario says she's wanted to visit Newfoundland for decades. Now that she's here, she says the province has exceeded all her expectations. The Morning Show's Jessica Singer joined us live with Jill Summerhayes.

Morning Show reporter Darrell Roberts stopped by Calatheas to talk with shop owner Vicki Axford about the project Propagate with Purpose", and how it supports worthy local causes.

Workers at a local retirement home are taking to the streets today to draw attention to what they call a toxic work environment. We talk to NAPE president Jerry Earle.

What does your dream long weekend look like? We sent our intern Amy Feehan around St. John's to play a little game of long weekend "would you rather" with the folks she met out and about.

The hydrogen race. Two dozen companies are waiting to hear who gets the green light on massive wind to hydrogen proposals for the province. We talk to the person at the centre of those decisions, Energy Minister Andrew Parsons.

Radio Canada's Patrick Butler joined us to talk about the latest pricey problem for Muskrat Falls.

Sheila's Brush needs brushing up. Morning Show reporter Darrell Roberts met up with artist Gary Taylor and volunteer Diana Daly to talk about the restoration process.

The Morning Show's Gavin Simms paid Shawn Dawson a visit on site in Portugal Cove, where he is creating a "food forest." Following this, Shawn tells us about some of the struggles he's had with town council there.

The Morning Show's Jamie Fitzpatrick stopped by the King George Fifth pitch and spoke with some of the St. John's under-17 girls soccer team about the upcoming world cup.

Mayor Don Coombs of Harbour Grace joined us to discuss some of the recent crimes in the town.

One little ticket could mean a big hike for your insurance rates. Gloria Haydock, Manager of Consumer and Industry Relations with the Atlantic Region of the Insurance Board of Canada, told us just how risky distracted driving can be.

Addiction can tear families apart, and make life very painful for the substance user and those who love them most. It's a pain more and more families in this province are navigating. Tina Davies shared her story with us, and a message of hope.

Here at the Morning Show, we've been talking about ways to beat the heat. Morning Show reporter Darrell Roberts took us live to a local swimming spot.

Cod has a variety of uses beyond food it's used in medicine, dog treats, and even skin grafts. And in Petty Harbour, the non-profit organization Girls who Fish is turning cod skin into leather. Morning Show reporter Darrell Roberts spoke with Kelly Jane Burton from Girls Who Fish, and Kimberly Orren, founder of Fishing for Success.

Today is Overdose Awareness Day. Shelley Kavanagh is the peer support coordinator at The Hug in Bell Island, a support center for those grappling with addiction. We spoke with Shelley about the vigil they'll be holding on Friday, September 1st.

The Morning Show's Darrell Roberts spoke with four Avalon Peninsula mayors, including St. John's mayor Danny Breen, Paradise Mayor Dan Bobbett, Mount Pearl Mayor Dave Aker and Conception Bay South Mayor Darrin Bent, about a recent panel on community collaboration. We also heard from two board of trade members, Constanza Safatle and Sarah Halliday .

Dozens of people have volunteered to help teach this Ukrainian woman English. And it all begins with a walk around the pond. The Morning Show's Jessica Singer joined Alexandra Dubova for a walk.

The CBC's Mike Moore brought us the story of one family's struggle to find housing in St. John's. He spoke with Joanna Murphy.

Radio-Canada's Patrick Butler told us more about the latest problems at the hydroelectric plant

For the last ten years, a dedicated group of volunteers have been running a very popular bus service for seniors and wheelchair users in Clarenville. Larry Reid is the chairperson of the Random Age-Friendly Communities Board, and he joined us to chat about the history of the Clarenville Regional Extended Seniors Transport system.

Jeffrey Normore, Manager of Digital Operations at the Canadian Council on Rehabilitation and Work, joined us to break down what inclusivity looks like in practice, especially in the workplace.

It’s hot hot hot! And when you're out enjoying the hot summer weather, it’s important to remember to be safe! We got tips from Paul Wescott of St. John Ambulance about how to stay safe in the heat.

We found out more about, Noona, an app that's helping take some of the worry out of cancer patients' lives. We spoke with Dan Bond, the Noona Project Lead for NL Health Services.

The CBC's Martin Jones has been bringing us some lesser-known LGBTQ+ stories from around the province. In Part 3, we took a trip back to St. John's in the late 1800's and meet the flamboyantly queer Charles Henry Danielle.

We speak with Pie Media Group CEO Sandra Roberts about her plans to showcase Newfoundland to a more luxurious audience. We're also joined by Pam Pardy.

Three woman in the U.S. are all related to the same person from Newfoundland. Alice Redmond-Neal, Linda Layman, and Maureen Bussone are currently visiting the province, and they met up with the CBC's Mark Quinn to chat about their familial trip.

A rise in anti-Semitism in recent years, is also impacting this province's Jewish community. We speak with Steven Wolinetz, President of the Jewish Community Havura.

The Morning Show's Jessica Singer was live as the new "combined refrigerated outdoor rink and splash pad" in CBS. She met up with Mayor Darrin Bent to get the latest details on the new community park.

Learning can be a challenge at any age. But there is plenty of help available across the province for anyone who needs it. Aneesh Sasikumar is the Executive Director of the Learning Disabilities Association of Newfoundland and Labrador, and he joined us in studio to talk about the program.

Rents are on the rise and affordable housing advocates say the government needs to step in with rent control legislation. The CBC's Leigh Anne Power has been looking into how that might work in this province, and she joined us from the Gander studio to talk about it.

The FIFA Women's World Cup continues in New Zealand and Australia this week. The Morning Show's Sandi Noseworthy scored an interview with Team Canada, of the Girls Under-9 league at the St. John's Soccer Club.

ReMax has just released a report recommending higher density, and a better mix of market priced AND subsidized housing. It also promotes the “15 minute neighbourhood” -- the idea that everything you need should be found within a 15 minute walk or bus ride of your home. To find out more, CBC's Jamie Fitzpatrick spoke with Jim Burton, a ReMax broker in St. John’s.

A Variety Show in aid of Brother Rice Junior High will be featuring some stars from Come From Away's Broadway production and its Gander Production. We learned more about this weekend's fundraiser, in a chat with Come From Away stars Petrina Bromley and Astrid VanWieren. We were also joined by the principal of Brother Rice, Michael Halley.

Getting a crash course in law and justice. Staci Blandford, coordinator of the Legal Justice Camp, joined us to break down all the details.

We found out why advocates at the Workers Action Network are concerned about that situation. Heather Blanchard worked at the Bell Island Seniors Complex for 12 years. The Morning Show's Andrea McGuire spoke with her and Sara Moriarity from Workers Action Network NL.

Chef, writer, and cookbook author Andie Bulman used to teach cooking classes for parents and picky eaters. She joined us with some tips and insights for packing school lunches.

Going green would be a whole lot easier if there wasn't so much red tape. The Morning Show's Jamie Fitzpatrick visited the Bauline Community Centre to speak with two town councillors, Chris Palmer and Heidi Kolodniski.

After two full seasons with the Colorodo Avalanche, including a Stanley Cup win, St. John's own Alex Newhook was traded to the Montreal Canadiens last week. CBC's Terry Roberts spoke with sports writer Stu Cowan from the Montreal Gazette about what might be in store for Newhook.

Many of us may remember Chief, the Newfoundland dog who always sat at the top of Signal Hill. Sadly, he passed away last summer, but his owner bought another Newfoundland dog. The Morning Show's Jessica Singer met up with Ed Jackman and his adorable puppy on top of Signal Hill.

No matter how many old cell phones we recycle, we can't keep up with the industrial pollution that goes into making one. Josh Lepawsky is a professor of geography at Memorial University, where he studies discarded electronics. He spoke with the CBC's Jamie Fitzpatrick.

It's the most wonderful time of the year for blueberry pickers. We sent CBC reporter Darrell Roberts to Signal Hill to learn from the "Blueberry man" how the 2023 blueberry season has been so far for pickers.

What if your smart watch could do more than just count steps, like help a doctor diagnose Parkinson's disease before symptoms become obvious? Health columnist Dr. Peter Lin joined us to explain.

An impromptu car show and parade that took place for senior Winfield Harnett yesterday has gone down as an overwhelming success. We heard from attendees and Harnett himself on how it went.

With high taxes, a saturated market, and few options, the Canadian cannabis industry isn't all it's cracked up to be lately, and owners are looking for new ways to increase their bottom line. We hear from cannabis business owner Taylor Giovannini, who may have some solutions o help keep he industry from going up in smoke.

We spoke with AnnMarie Churchill, a research fellow at Memorial University in the department of Psychology, and President of Stepped Care Solutions. The Canadian Alliance on Mental Illness and Mental Health recently announced Churchill as a recipient of the “Champions of Mental Health Award” in the “Innovation” category.

We spoke with retired veterinarian Dr. Hugh Whitney about his book on the history of rabies in Newfoundland and Labrador.

We chat with two young athletes about their medal-winning performance. 12 year old gymnast Lauren Winters and her 15 year old teammate Rachel Dooley both came home with medals. We're joined by them, and their parents, Lindsay Winters, and Glenn Dooley.

We talk to Newfoundland Adventurer Justin Barbour about his next big trip and his current speaking tour.

We hear from one local Torbay father, Kirk Newhook, who says he's concerned about what the graffiti means for his community.

From 22 down to four. EverWind Fuels is one of the companies approved to continue to the next phase on developing wind energy projects in the province. We spoke with Vice President-NL of Project Development with EverWind Fuels, Sam Imbeault.

Randy Follett owns Lakeview Chiropractic, which is located near the former Grace Hospital nurses' residence. This past spring, the provincial government announced the building would be gone before the end of the year. We got Randy's reaction to this demolition plan.

Morning Show reporter Jessica Singer checked in with four siblings who are all heading to different schools this morning, and got to hear their heartwarming words of advice for each other on the big day. She spoke with Hayley Alloway-Pike and her four children; Naya Mae, Letta, Calliam, and Graellyn.

According to NASA, this July may be the planet's hottest month on record. To learn more about how extreme heat affects our bodies, and how to stay safe, we were joined by family doctor and our regular health columnist Dr. Peter Lin.

See it, Say it... That's the new campaign slogan to encourage people to report crimes downtown. It's one part of a new safety plan from the Downtown Safety Coalition. Will it work? We're joined by musician Rowan Sherlock, and Natural Boutique owner Jen Shears, two people who've spoken out on safety concerns in the past.

Drip... Glow Up.... Slay.... If you're part of Gen Z, you know exactly what all of that means. If you're not, then the latest slang could be a total mystery. The Morning Show's Amy Feehan took a trip to Bishops Gardens Senior Living to test their knowledge of Gen Z slang!

The Morning Show's Amy Feehan stopped by Rebecca Hollet's house in Bellevue to check out her enormous Barbie doll collection.

Do you love to read? Do you love dogs? Do you love to read about dogs? We talk to Tonya Whittle all about her new book "Relentless: Life with Labs."

George Masswohl played the mayor in Come From Away during the play's run in Toronto. Since then, he's moved to Newfoundland and now does guided tours of his favourite spots.

Morning Show reporter Darrell Roberts joined Emily Lewis at Bannerman Park for a chat about her outdoor meditation classes.

Avian flu devastated bird populations at the Cape St. Mary's Ecological Reserve last season. We spoke with park interpreter Chris Mooney about what's happening out there this year, if the flu is a factor, and if the colony is thriving again.

There's a lot of stories in Great Fire of 1892. We heard rom Dave Royle, a local guide, to learn about a new walking tour that showcases the sights and stories of the fire that destroyed most of the city 131 years ago.

The Morning Show's Jessica Singer joined us live from Rotary Park with Katie Cromwell, field worker at Camp Explore. Following this, she met up with some of the campers and found out what they’re learning at summer camp.

Publisher Jerry Cranford joined us to talk about some of the interesting artistic questions he and the creator of The Newfoundland Turnip are exploring, as the online meme collection prepares to go to the printer.

On yesterday's show, the CBC's Jessica Singer joined us, to chat about the challenges of finding affordable housing in this province. It's so difficult to find a rental that some people are packing up their belongings, and moving their homes on the road. Today we spoke with Hope Jamieson, an affordable housing consultant and researcher.

June is National Indigenous History Month. Kelly Anne Butler is the interim director of Indigenous Engagement and Reconciliation at Memorial University, we spoke to her about a series of Indigenous memoirs published at Memorial University Press.

The Mount Pearl Girls Under 14 AA baseball team overcame a grueling schedule, injuries, and more en route to a second place finish at a recent tournament in Corner Brook. Players Caylee Smith-Stoney and Grace McGrath joined us in studio, along with coach Tony McGrath.

We're continuing our conversation about downtown graffiti. There's a growing lobby of people who are calling for action. RNC spokesperson James Cadigan joins us to talk about what police are doing, and why they say they need your help.

Newfoundland and Labrador Public Libraries is set to launch a new service called LinkedIn Learning. Rachel Head is a Literacy Services Librarian at the A.C. Hunter Library in St. John's, and she's going to tell you about the expert-led courses they'll offer and how you can sign up for them.

A Fermuse couple lost their home to fire earlier this summer, and with it, some unique pieces of Newfoundland history. Juanita Farrell joined us in studio to talk about what she lost, and how she's going to rebuild.

The CBC's Cherie Wheeler talked to residents who say folks at the emergency shelter in Carmanville need more support.

Clarenville issued a non-consumption order for its water supply after a motor vehicle accident on the weekend led to concerns about a possible fuel spill. We spoke with the mayor of Clarenville, John Pickett.

The CBC's Jessica Singer joined the goalie of the Under 21 Canadian Women's ball hockey team, Maggie Jones at the Glacier Arena in Mount Pearl. Jones' teammates Cassie Drover, Jenni McDougall Simpson, Julia Butler, and Jayme Gym joined as well to talk about the National Junior Championships, and their recent success on the world stage.

We head to Manuels River Interpretation Centre, where the nans are taking over.

A unique opportunity to see the work of a Canadian art icon. There's an exhibition opening on Saturday in Trinity Bight, featuring works by renowned Inuit artist Kenojuak Ashevak. Exhibit curator William Huffman joined us with the details.

A lot of us had the dream of juggling and riding a unicycle as a kid... and Beni Malone has been doing that for 45 years. We hear all about his career and clowning around at the Wonderbolt Circus.

Robert Gulliver worked at Colonial Auto Parts on Hamilton Avenue in St. John's for 59 years. Morning Show reporter Darrell Roberts stopped by Bob's retirement party.

It's not just Mistaken Point... we have many extraordinary fossil sites around the province. A new series of presentations at the Johnson Geo-Centre celebrates that ancient history. We hear about the new series of talks with science interpreter, Rod Taylor.

Bonavista Mayor John Norman joined us to chat about how the severe lack of doctors and medical professionals in the province is affecting his community.

We spoke with Newfoundland Growlers player Todd Skirving about a dig donation he recently made to Daffodil Place.

You know you're close when you can actually smell what someone had for breakfast. We spoke with Rita Raymond, owner of Whale Song B & B in St. Vincent's, who tells us exactly what the whales have been eating.

A family of Portugal Cove mushroom farmers held a grand opening yesterday for their brand new mushroom growing facility. The Morning Show's Andrea McGuire stopped by Windy Heights farm to get all the details from farmer Anita Walsh.

The Morning Show's Darrell Roberts will be on site for the Rotary Club's annual bicycle donation drive, Over the next couple of days, the club is collecting gently used bikes, giving them a tuneup, and putting them in the hands of folks who need them. He spoke with St. John's east Rotary Club president Laurie Twells and Alexis Templeton.

The World Ball Hockey Championships are happening right now in Czechia. We found put why we seem to produce elite ball hockey players from team members Renee Faulkner and Julia Butler.

The Inquiry respecting the treatment, experiences and outcomes of Innu within the child protection system resumes today. Labrador Morning's Heidi Atter joins us with the details.

Jamie Felsberg was recently hired as the Indigenous Outreach Officer for Arts NL. He says they want to change how tough it can be fore artists to get paid for their work.

We spoke with Tristan Grant, a hip-hop musician known as Wolf Castle, about his new CBC gig! Tristan then takes the host's mic for a chat with Good Medicine columnist Salome Barker.

Canadian aircraft have detected noises underwater in the search area near the Titanic while looking for the missing submersible. The Morning Show's Jessica Singer brought us the latest on that developing story.

In early 2022 the North Star Child and Youth Advocacy Centre opened in St. John’s, but shut down this March just after a year of operation. CBC Investigates producer Rob Antle joined us live in studio to tell us what he's found.

A disappointing end to an exciting season. We have members of the Newfoundland Growlers in studio to talk about the end of their playoff run, and what’s in store for the future. Joining us in the studio are players Todd Skirving, Tyler Boland, and play-by-play commentator Chris Ballard.

She spent her summer digging for names, faces, and stories dating back to the days of the Newfoundland Railway. We sat down for a chat with Emlyn Tuck, who took on a special history project for the town of Avondale this summer.

We have a special guest for you this morning. The one and only Mick Davis joins us for a live radio premier of his brand new material!

A brand new café is opening today at Cape Spear. The Morning Show's Jessica Singer will be getting an exclusive first look at the café and all the sweet treats its serving. She speaks with the co-owner of Postmaster's Bakery, Mark Murphy. Following this, we talk about the project coming full circle with the manager of Visitor Experience and National Historic Sites at Park Canada, Glenn Keough.

We heard the story of Jasmine Sheppard, who graduated from a Psychiatric Nursing program earlier this year, and is working at a mental health facility in Winnipeg. We also found out from Health Minister Tom Osborne that things could change in the fall.

How's the food fishery going? Our reporter Darrell Roberts was on location in Petty Harbour this morning to speak with Kimberly Orren of "Fishing for Success." Following this, we heard the sound of an antique hand-pumped foghorn, the sort they used to operate on board ships.

On yer bike! Get set. And GO... but where? We chat with Ryan Green, Director of Marketing & Communications at Bicycle Newfoundland & Labrador, to find out more on how St. John's is stacking up as a bicycle friendly city.

Dr. Peter Lin joied us to talk about a new study focused on how long-term and recurrent use of antibiotics early in life may raise the risk of early-onset colorectal cancer.

A dog working at Memorial University? Anything is PAW-sible. Morning Show intern Amy Feehan dropped by the bookstore to meet Tetley and her owner, Michaela Walzthoni.

A local school received backlash from anti-LGBTQ+ groups for posting videos of pride events and drag performances. The Canadian Anti-Hate Network is a national organization that monitors anti-LGBTQ sentiment in Canada. We're joined by the group's education Coordinator, Hazel Woodrow.

Back to school time brings on both excitement and stress for both teachers and students. We had a chat with Trent Langdon, President of the Newfoundland and Labrador Teachers Association.

New data shows that dozens of private wells across the island have dangerous levels of arsenic. Critics say the province could have done more to warn people. Malone Mullin stopped by with the details for us this morning.

Labrador Morning's Jamie Fitzpatrick spoke with Dana Marshall, owner of Coastal Soapworks, about the inspiration towards her newest product... dicky berg soap.

A simple wrong turn was enough to turn an afternoon hike into a late-night adventure for three friends on the East Coast Trail. The CBC's Nabila Qureshi met up with three friends Sadiq Saeed, Faisal Fahad, and Zaid Kamil, to find out more about their accidental adventure.

The provincial government says it will decide by the end of August which wind energy projects to approve. We heard from one of the companies still in the running, which is EverWind Fuel's 8-billion dollar proposal for the Burin Peninsula. We spoke with Sam Imbeault, VP-NL of Project Development with EverWind Fuels.

Growing relationships with the people who grow our food. Rebecca Lee is executive director of Fruit and Vegetable Growers of Canada, and she joined us on the line to explain why they're touring our farms across the island.

They've got questions.... and HOPEFULLY you have the answers. We headed down to The Ship Pub in downtown St. John's to talk to Lyndsey Hamen about how trivia nights have exploded in popularity.

A local disability advocate reacts to a recent Human Rights Commission ruling about a man denied a taxi ride because of his service dog. Anna Malone went through a similar situation with City Wide. The CBC's Mark Quinn spoke with her yesterday.

Thousands more students will be able to hop on the school bus come this fall. The government is phasing out its 1.6 kilometer restriction on busing. We heard from parents Monjur Hasan and Abdul Adam on what this means for one immigrant community that's been battling hard for a school bus for the past three years.

The National Women's Hockey Team and Canada's Women's Under 18s are holding summer camps to identify players for the national teams, and two local players have made the cut. We spoke with Abby Newhook and Leah Wicks about their invitations to these training camps.

Many believe the man killed was Omar Mohammed. The CBC's Ariana Kelland visited a bedsitter in the west end where she spoke with his roommate, Choul William.

From church choirs and community events in Ragged Harbour, to bars and concert stages across the province, Evelyn Jess has been singing and playing music most of her life. In May of this year, she released her first full album, “Bare Bones”, and today she joined the St. John's Morning Show in studio.

Did you know... today is "barbershop music appreciation day"? We sent out Morning Show intern Amy Feehan to one of the Anchormen's rehearsals. The local barbershop choir in St. John's has been belting out tunes for nearly 50 years.

The group formed in the early 1950s, with original member Dave Guard, Bob Shane, and Nick Reynolds, and they were a major force in the folk music revival of the 50s and 60s. They had hits song like "Tom Dooley", "Sloop John B", and "Where Have All The Flowers Gone?" The original members are gone. But the current lineup of the Kingston Trio,Mike Marvin, Tim Gorelangton, and Buddy Woodward, joined The Morning Show in studio to chat about continuing the legacy of the band.

We heard all about "Maiden Voyage," which is premiering this summer in Trinity. We got the details from Mallory Clarke and Meghan Greeley, creators behind the musical.

Is the CBC staff in touch with the younger generation? Morning Show intern Amy Feehan found out by giving them a quiz on some Gen Z Slang!

Video of a drag performance at a local school received major backlash from far right accounts online. We talked to the drag performer at the heart of the controversy.

Searching for answers. A man originally from Sudan. Omar Mohammed, is believed to be dead after a shooting incident with RNC in St. John’s last week. The CBC’s Ariana Kelland brought us all the latest details.

You’ll never find a dinosaur in Newfoundland they said... Entrepreneur Ross Squires has a bone to pick with that. We found out how he plans to bring dinos to the island.

Health authorities are bracing for a COVID surge this fall. Early indicators show an increase in infections already, and a new round of boosters are expected to roll out in the weeks ahead. House doctor Peter Lin gave us a Covid outlook. We talked to him about variants, vaccines and how to protect yourself.

How local businesses can support the 2SLGBTQ+ community. Not only during Pride season, but all year round. We spoke with Craig Pike from Craig's Cookies on Duckworth Street in downtown St. John’s.

The St. John's Pride Festival kicks off this weekend. Krissy was joined by Eddy St. Coeur, Chair of the Board for St. John's Pride, this morning.

Kathie Hicks is the CEO and Co-Owner with Spirit of Newfoundland. She joined us to chat about unexpected changes and roadblocks that have stopped Spirit of Newfoundland from some of their summer plans.

Labour organizations in this province have had a busy year. Jessica McCormick is president of the Newfoundland and Labrador Federation of Labour, and she joined us in studio to reflect on the progress of the labour movement and what lies ahead.

We hear from the Titanic International Society about French diver and society member Paul-Henri Nargeolet. He's of course among the 5-person crew aboard the missing Ocean Gate submersible. The Morning Show's Gavin Simms spoke with longtime member Michael Poirier.

Thanks to Nora Normore and her daughter Anne, rescuing baby puffins is a pretty popular pastime in Witless Bay these days. The Morning Show's Andrea McGuire spoke with Nora about her first Witless Bay puffin rescue.

The provincial health authority is rolling out a new healthy food policy. So you'll see less sweet treats and highly processed foods in hospitals across the province. The CBC's Alex Kennedy asked Jacqueline Carter-Major, a Registered Clinical Psychologist and a professor of psychology at Memorial University, for her thoughts on the policy.

The abuse of a pigeon in a local park has us wondering what you should do if you see someone hurting an animal. A call for help went out to The Rock Wildlife Rescue in Torbay, so we spoke with owner and director Karen Gosse.

Keith Fitzpatrick, a recovering addict and mental health advocate, says recent calls for forced treatment legislation are not the answer to helping substance users. He spoke with the CBC's Malone Mullin.

Preparing for the first day of class is a big job. Morning Show reporter Jessica Singer stopped by Juniper Ridge Intermediate in Torbay to see how school administrators prepare for the first day of class. Following this, she checked in with some students to see how they feel about the first day back.

A cancer diagnosis comes with a multitude of fears and hardships, and some stigma and misunderstanding. We spoke with Dr. Sevtap Savas, who is studying the stigmatization of cancer patients at MUN. They spoke with 325 individuals to determine how misconceptions of cancer has affected them.

Residents in Conception Bay South say a beloved and historic pond is disappearing from sight, and they want answers. The Morning Show's Jessica Singer spoke with CBS locals Christina Phillips, Sandra Collins and Randy Bell. Afterwards, we heard from CBS Mayor Darrin Bent.

The Morning Show's Andrea McGuire stopped by Maryann's during yesterday's lunch rush, and spoke with new owner and head cook Bridget Connors about their new Sunday special.

It's beginning to look a lot like mushroom season, the most wonderful time of the year for frequent foragers. The Morning Show's Jessica Singer met up with mushroom expert Brandon Evans for some tips.

It's a rip-roaring sound of summer in the City, but it isn't music to everyone's ears. We talked modified mufflers with Sarah Stoodley, Minister of Digital Government and Service NL.

Last month the City of St. John's and the province announced $180,000 in funding to support a Downtown Safety Coalition. Lisa Faye is with the St. John's Status of Women Council/Women's Centre. She was on the show voicing concerns about the coalition on behalf of First Light, Migrant Action Centre, Quadrangle NL, Stella's Circle and Thrive.

Early this morning, National Indigenous People's Day kicked off with a sunrise ceremony. We got the details from ceremony leader, Elder Marjorie Muise.

We learned about the journey of Craig Budgell and his son Grayson, and found out how he kept the ice from melting on that 6-hour drive. Following this, we did a taste test of some ice harvested straight from Triton icebergs!

Barbie hits theatres today? And if you've ever dreamed about having a Newfoundlander Barbie doll, you're not alone. The Morning Show's Amy Feehan hit the streets of St. John's to ask folks about it.

CBC's Jeremy Eaton joined us to talk about the upcoming renovations to the Aquarena, that will mean the closure of the facility for at least a year.

The Avalon Expo is happening this weekend at the Sheraton Hotel, and if you’re familiar with the old children's show The Big Comfy Couch, you might want to think about stopping by. Actress and director Alyson Court, well known for her character Loonette the Clown will be at the Expo, and she joined the show this morning over the phone.

What are your big plans for this summer? CBC intern Arlette Lazaranko met some campers, sailors and butterfly catchers.

Morning Show intern Amy Feehan asked folks what they think about fencing off the stage on St. John's most iconic street. Following this, we spoke with Ward 2 Councilor Ophelia Ravencroft about her decision to vote against the measure.

The National War Memorial in downtown St. John's is getting a redesign in preparation for a special Memorial Day ceremony next July first. We spoke with Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure John Abbott get the details from the government minister overseeing the work.

After flooding from a collapsed dam in their home country is expected to impact thousands of people, St. John's based Ukrainians, Katarina Gavrilyuk and Iryna Pegasina, have planned a rally at Bannerman Park.

Peter Vance joined us in studio to talk about his new music, and his new sound.

Meta continues to throttle Canadian news content on Facebook and Instagram, We talked to the editor of The Independent Justin Brake about how that is impacting their publication.

The price of gas has increased by about 25-cents a liter in just over a month. We know the carbon tax kicked in...but is there more to the big hikes we're seeing? Tom Cooper is with the Department of Business Administration at MUN, and he joined us to break it all down.

Gender-neutral and gender-inclusive public bathrooms are a welcome sight for people in the 2SLGBTQ+ community. And now, one person is working a map to help folks find them anywhere in the province. We spoke with Kaiden Dalley, a transmasculine person who has personally experienced issues when using public washrooms.

Orders for her new piece are pouring in! We spoke with Cassandra Budgell about her Dickie Berg suncatcher.

We spoke with Dr. Ken LeDez, Anesthesiologist and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist at MUN, about survival challenges the crew may face on the Titanic-bound submersible lost in the Atlantic Ocean.

Our rugged shores and untamed wilderness are attracting more thrill seekers than ever. TA Loeffler joined us in studio to talk how we as a province can manage the risk, without losing our edge.

Calls for more civilian oversight of police were on the agenda at a national conference held in St. John's last week. The Minister of Justice, John Hogan, joined us to give a response.

CBC's Jessica Singer spoke with Randy Spracklin from Rock Solid Builds about their restoration of a beloved church and community hall in Brigus.

Morning Show reporter Jessica Singer was live this morning at O'Brien Farm, to find out how fresh-picked produce makes it's way from farm to table. She spoke with General Manager Aaron Rodgers.

We get a briefing on that massive construction project from the Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure Elvis Loveless.

The 2023 NewFound Talent Contest went down on Saturday night, where 12 up-and-coming musicians performed before a panel of local judges and music fans. We spoke with this year's winner, 16 year-old Zealya from CBS, and competition judge Rosemary Lawton.

Gabriel Moyse-Vaandering recently won the Lester B. Pearson scholarship. This means instead of heading back to Holy Heart of Mary High School, he'll be heading to Pearson College in Victoria, BC, where he'll join the "United World Colleges movement." He joined us in studio along with past Lester B. Pearson scholarship recipient Alice Ferguson O'Brien.

It's a big day for kiddos and adults across this province. The CBC's Sarah Blackmore gave us a behind-the-scenes look at how school's prepare for a sea of excited kids. She was live at Goulds Elementary.

An app called Too Good To Go connects companies with unsold food to customers who can get the food at a discounted price. Too Good To Go Spokesperson Sarah Soteroff joined us to break it all down.

With another Labour Day now in the rearview mirror, Canadians are shifting back to regular schedules at work, school and sleep. House doctor Peter Lin shared his tips for better sleep.

With reality TV becoming so popular, the Morning Show's Amy Feehan wanted to look into into why it's so appealing to viewers, and what the experience is like for people in front of the cameras. She first spoke with Krysta Fitzpatrick, PHD student and instructor at Memorial University's Department of Gender Studies, where her research is focused on pop culture. She then spoke with local reality TV star Randy Spracklin from Rock Solid Builds, and Tina Thistle, a houseguest from season 9 of Big Brother Canada.

It may be hard to believe, but there is a silver lining to our miserable weather. At least we're not battling raging forest fires as they are in some parts of the country. We hear more on our own forest fire risk this season, and how we're helping the fire effort elsewhere. Provincial forest fire duty officer Jeff Motty joins us with details.

We got an update from Dr. Ken LeDez, Anesthesiologist and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist at MUN. He said factors such as hypothermia could give the submersible's crew extra time.

So, your kids are back in school and in someone else's care for the day. How are schools ensuring they're safe? We spoke with Vanessa McAuley, a Safe and Inclusive Schools Program Itinerant with the Newfoundland and Labrador English School District.

A new pop-up restaurant is bringing a taste of middle eastern cuisine to a kitchen near you. The CBC's Nabila Qureshi met up with owner and operator, Omar Al Dakroury.

We caught up with Sabrina Green, one of the parents who protested this spring about rats, leaks and mold at Frank Roberts Junior High in CBS. We heard about the improvements, and what still needs to be addressed.

Experts say we could experience another wave of COVID-19 this fall. The CBC's Jessica Singer got the latest from our chief medical officer of health Dr. Janice Fitzgerald.

She's the third education minister in two years: there are vacancies and a nation-wide teacher shortage. What's Krista Lynn Howell's plan? The CBC's Anthony Germain got into those issues with the new minister.

What will it take to drive through center St. John's this morning? We snag a drive through interview with one guy who is busy this morning, and every day, managing the city's largest taxi fleet. The GM of Newfound Cabs, Derek Hayter, has navigated his fleet through many construction seasons... So how does this one compare?

Liberty Consulting is planning to stop working with the Public Utilities Board, which could cause a loss of important analysis of the Muskrat Falls project. We spoke with Ron Penney, former deputy minister and long-time critic of the Muskrat Falls project.

Canada faced Serbia in the the semifinals at the FIBA Basketball World Cup. Anthony Petrovic, a 25 year old Serbian basketball player and coach, joined us to talk about the importance of today's game.

Shining a light on the problem of sexual violence in this province. The Minister for Women and Gender Equity, Pam Parsons, has declared this Sexual Violence Awareness Week. We spoke with Sandra McKellar, Executive Director of End Sexual Violence NL, a group focused on raising awareness of the issue, and providing supports to survivors.

Today marks the climate peak of hurricane season. We haven't seen any Fiona-level storms yet, but what's headed our way over the next few weeks? We posed that question to Chris Fogarty, a meteorologist and Program Manager at the Canadian Hurricane Centre in Nova Scotia.

Have you been keeping a close eye on the forecast, feeling concerned about the track of Hurricane Lee, and already thinking about stocking up on supplies, or dreading the potential clean-up? You could be experiencing something called "eco-anxiety." We spoke with psychologist Dr. Janine Hubbard about those feelings.

Yuqing Yang was not expecting two encounters with shoplifters over the span of 4 days when she rented her kiosk in the Avalon Mall. Mall security said there wasn't anything they could do about it, and she has also submitted a report of the thefts to the RNC, but has yet to hear from them directly. Following our chat with Yuqing, Constable James Cadigan joined to explain it for us.

A couple of weeks ago we told you about the story of Gregory Lush, who has an incurable cancer called Multiple Myeloma. His treatment started in early 2022, and abruptly stopped this August, because it was only covered for 18 months. The family were unaware that there was an expiration date on the therapy. Crystal Casey, Gregory's daughter-in-law, brought us another update.

Morning Show reporter Darrell Roberts was live at Avalon Homesteading this morning to learn more about honey bees. They're an apiary and beekeeping supply store in CBS.

Mass destruction in Morocco. Thousands are dead following Friday's earthquake. CBC reporter Jessica Singer spoke with Nadia Loutfi and Youssaf Elnchrfa. They are both Moroccans living in St. John's, and are worried for their families back home.

The Avalon Dragons, a boating team from Paradise, is heading to Montreal for a tournament. The team has also doubled as a support group for breast cancer survivors. Morning Show reporter Darrell Roberts attended one of their final practices last week before the big competition.

Memorial University's Cinema Series is back for another season, and the first movie is screening tonight at the Scotiabank Cineplex Theatre. We got all the details from Noreen Golfman.

Search and rescue teams will compete in exercises designed to test their ability to respond in dire situations. Morning Show reporter Darrell Roberts was live at Sunshine Rotary Park this morning to find out more. He spoke with Harry Blackmore, president of the Newfoundland and Labrador Search and Rescue Association, and Paul French, Humanitarian Workforce program director.

Around 10,000 people are feared to be missing in Libya after devastating floods hit the country earlier this week. The CBC's Jessica Singer spoke with Mohamed Odan, a Libyan who lives in St. John's with his wife and children. His family is safe, but he doesn't know about some of his friends back home. Following this, Abdelsalam Abugharara joined us on the line. He's also from Lybia, and is a PhD graduate and Postdoctoral Fellow in engineering at Memorial University.

Vascular diseases affect millions of Canadians. But what are they? And how can we reduce our risk of developing these conditions? House Doctor Peter Lin brought us that story.

There's a lot lurking beneath the water in Botwood Harbour. The CBC's Ryan Cooke brought us the story of a World-War-Two era crash, and the family who came searching for answers.

Be prepared. We all need to think about that tried and true motto during hurricane season. Jamie Kennedy is Director of Emergency Services with the province, and he joined us with some tips and advice on emergency kits for hurricane season.

Things are a little more futuristic at Colemans on Newfoundland Drive lately. Morning Show reporter Darrell Roberts was live this morning at Colemans to find out more about their customer greeting robot called "Foodie." He spoke with communications coordinator Sasha Persaud, and robot technician Tom Lee.

Four companies have been picked to move forward with wind-to-hydrogen projects in this province. We heard from one of them, World Energy GH2, about their project in Western Newfoundland. The CBC's Bernice Hillier spoke with the CEO Sean Leet, and environmental assessment manager David Pinsent.

A conference coming up later this fall is helping connect women who are patients and survivors of cancer. Lynette Hillier is the Executive Director of the Cancer Care Foundation, which is organizing the Cancer Conference for Women. Amy Howlett is a member of the planning committee for the conference, and a cancer survivor. They both joined us in the studio this morning.

Fridays for Future, a group started by activist Greta Thunberg, is holding a global climate protest at Memorial University. On Friday, a group of students will lead a climate march here in St. John's. We spoke with Rachel Sutton, a grade 12 student at Gonzaga High School, and Erin Lee, who's in her fifth year at Memorial University.

What challenges do you face at work? Imagine rodents and near riots. That's what correctional officers at the province's most notorious prison deal with. The CBC's Ariana Kelland joined us in studio this morning with documents to back it up.

What does Newfoundland sound like? Guitarist Steven Cowan and composer Jason Noble were feeling homesick and wanted to find out. They hit the road and gathered nearly 20 hours of field recordings. Tonight at DF Cook Recital Hall, audiences will be the first to hear what they call "The Dialect of Music" in concert. Jason and Steve joined us in the studio to share some of this raw material.

Mexican Independence Day is coming up this weekend and we celebrated with some live music! The De La Paz Latin Quintet gave us a performance right here in the studio.

Rum has long been part of the Newfoundland identity, but none of it was ever made here. The Newfoundland Distillery is changing that with their new product. Peter Wilkins joined us to talk about Newfoundland's first rum made right here.

We had local advocates of the 2SLGBTQ+ community on the show to talk about gender-affirming care for children. Rhea Rollmann is a trans woman and journalist who has written extensively on trans issues, Charlie Murphy is the executive director of Quadrangle NL, and Julie Temple is an adjunct professor with the Department of Gender Studies at MUN, and a peer support facilitator with Parents of Trans, Two-Spirit, and Gender Diverse Kids.

Wake up and smell the coffee. Our reporter Darrell Roberts was doing just that, at The Battery Café this morning. He spoke with owner Rob Salsman, and barista Marge Asuquo.

We spoke with Laura Churchill from Picture NL about the current writers and actors strikes, and how they're affecting film work in Canada. We also spoke about this year's film festival season, including TIFF, The Atlantic Film Fest, and St. John's International Women's Film Festival

RNC Constable James Cadigan talked to Krissy about online safety tips for children.

CBC's William Ping spoke to Gemma Hickey, an activist for survivors of sexual abuse, about their upcoming pilgrimage to the steps of the Vatican, and their demands for justice.

Search and rescue volunteers provide life-saving assistance in dangerous circumstances. However, if a situation is too dangerous for those volunteers, it's time to send in the robots. The Morning Show's Darrell Roberts spoke with RCMP Sgt. Doug Noel during the national Search and Rescue conference in St. John's about these robots.

We spoke with Deputy Chief Economist with the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation, Aled Ab Iorwerth, about how many new housing units the province would need in order to address the housing crisis.

City of St. John's Inclusion Committee Co-Chair Joby Fleming and Accessibility and Inclusion Facilitator Trisha Rose both spoke with Krissy about new inclusion and accessibility plans for the city of St. John's.

Jamie Fitzpatrick joins the St. John's Morning show to discuss climatecentral.org. He plays some of his recent discussion with Peter Girard from Climate Central about the outlook for our province.

CBC's Malone Mullin talked to Port aux Basques resident Peggy Savery about the devastation Hurricane Fiona had on her home and her family.

The CBC's Ife Alaba spoke with Angola Murdoch about her upcoming St. John's International Circus Fest performance, and her long, winding medical journey.

The deep need for new housing in this province is no surprise to Executive Officer of the Canadian Home Builders Association of Newfoundland and Labrador, Alexis Foster. She joined Krissy to talk about the growing need for housing units in Newfoundland and Labrador.

Morning Show reporter Darrell Roberts talks to Krissy about recent talks he's had with both Metrobus riders, and the Metrobus general manager, Judy Powell. He reports on how Metrobus demand has grown faster than the company anticipated.

It's safe to say we all know a lot more about the world of deep-sea submersibles than we did before the Titan disaster, but one question that's remained unanswered is how, and why, OceanGate came to partner with Marine Institute in Newfoundland and Labrador. CBC reporter Ryan Cooke joined the St. John's Morning Show to discuss.

The CBC's Jessica Singer spoke to people standing outside hospitals and courthouses around town, to ask how they felt about the new smoking ban.

Leah Lewis is an associate professor with the Faculty of Education at Memorial University. She spoke with the St. John's Morning Show about the link between creativity and well-being.

The CBC's Jessica Singer spoke with 11-year-old Claire Hiscock and her mother, Charlene Hiscock. Claire recently received news that a message in a bottle she sent four years ago from Port Union, ended up just a hop across the pond on the shores of Norway.

Teresa Butler is a yoga instructor who specializes in kundalini yoga and owns Eco Wild Soul Wellness, and Niki Temple is a practicing sound healer. Both women joined Krissy in studio to bring the good vibrations...literally.

A Port aux Basques man is still haunted by what happened to him a year ago when Fiona struck. Brian Osmond - best known as "Smokey" - lost everything he owned except his truck. Radio-Canada reporters Patrick Butler and Michèle Brideau visited Port aux Basques and spoke with Smokey.

It's another mega-project, one that will transform the Port aux Port Peninsula and much of western Newfoundland. The CBC's Jamie Fitzpatrick spoke with a couple of opponents of the World Energy GH2 wind-to-hydrogen proposal; Tara Manuel of Corner Brook, and Glenn Wheeler, a Mi'kmaq lawyer and writer.

Objections to the World Energy GH2 proposal sound familiar, because we heard them during other large-scale industrial projects. People worry about threats to the natural beauty and ecology of the area. The CBC's Jamie Fitzpatrick asked some of these critics what would a just and equitable mega-project look like. Hear his chat with Makkovik-raised engineer Raylene Mitchell.

In front of Confederation Building in St. John's on September 20, there were two protests: one against LGBTQ-inclusive education, and the other a counter-protest in support of LGBTQ-inclusive education. Trent Langdon, president of the Newfoundland and Labrador Teachers Association, was at the counter-protest, and spoke with the Morning Show about his views on the matter.

Since the devastation of Hurricane Fiona, Rene Roy from the Wreckhouse Press has continued to report on the event, and the shockwaves affecting life for locals who remain in Port aux Basques. He spoke to CBC's Malone Mullin about the changes to the town that he's seen over the past year.

Brian Staveley a researcher and professor in the department of biology at Memorial University. He studies fruit flies, and chatted with Krissy about these curious pests.

University can be stressful. Especially when you have to worry about affording food. Morning Show reporter Darrell Roberts was live at the food bank to find out what staff are seeing. He spoke with MUN food bank president Punit Choubey.

The town of Happy Valley-Goose Bay is divided over a proposed solution to handle homelessness. The CBC's Ariana Kelland brought us the first story in a new series from the CBC Investigates team called "Sheltered," which examines the housing crisis here in Newfoundland and Labrador.

Starting Wednesday September 27th, the province is banning smoking in and around government buildings. We asked MUN professor Leslie Phillips about why she thinks it's a good idea, but not enough in and of itself. Leslie also runs the Quit Smoking & Vaping Program through MUN's School of Pharmacy.

A frequent hospital visitor says she's been left with limited and overpriced food options after the health authority introduced it's new 'healthy food policy.' The CBC's Jessica Singer spoke with Kristina Ennis about her concerns.

Ron Hoddinott opened Livyers Antiques over 40 years ago. Sadly, he passed away earlier this month. Don Beaubier was a long-time friend of Hoddinott's. Morning Show reporter Darrell Roberts asked Beaubier to tell him a bit about Ron and how they became friends.

Metrobus has experienced record ridership in recent months, and some buses are so crowded they're turning passengers away. So what is Metrobus doing about that? Morning Show reporter Darrell Roberts has been looking into the issue and joined us in studio to break it all down for us.

Winter and colder weather are on the horizon, and so are the respiratory viruses that come with it. House doctor Peter Lin joined us to talk about how to keep your home healthy when a family member gets sick.

St. Joseph's School was built back in 1879, and for several generations it served as a place of education, worship, and celebration. Angela Healey King was a student at the one-room schoolhouse in the 1950's and 60's. She took the Morning Show's Jo-Ann Dooley on a tour and shared her memories.

The federal government is trying to deliver a plan to stabilize food prices by Thanksgiving. Dalhousie’s Sylvain Charlebois joined us to talk about what to watch for in the next 12 days. He is the director of the Agri-Food analytics lab there.

The Soundbone Folksong Choir is a no-audition group that's currently recruiting new members. Jean Hewson is a traditional musician and educator who wants to share her love of group singing and folk songs with others, and she also directs the Soundbone choir. She joined us on the line today to tell us more.

What's happening on Signal Hill? Is it a zipline park? A stunt show? We sent out Morning Show reporter Darrell Roberts to find out more. He spoke with Mark Lysakowski, executive producer of Canada's Ultimate Challenge.

We're a few days into autumn now, and there's always a fun mix of people holding on to summer, and those excited to haul out the warm clothes. The Morning Show's Sandi Noseworthy took a walk around Quidi Vidi Lake to see how people are feeling about the change in season.

Hidden homelessness. Chances are the hotels where you stay across the province may also be used to house people who have no where else to turn, and it's costing the province millions. Ariana Kelland stopped by the studio to break it all down.

Gemma Hickey's pilgrimage has reached the steps of the Vatican in Rome. Gemma and other survivors of abuse by Catholic clergy trekked by foot through towns and villages in Italy, carrying an eight-foot cross. Hickey joined us on the line this morning to talk about it.

When you're a university student, how do you find a job? Yesterday, hundreds of them went to MUN's field house to try to figure that out. Morning Show reporter Darrell Roberts stopped by to check it out.

Politicians point to immigrants as playing a role in solving the labour crunch in the province. But how to employers feel about that, and how are they treating newcomers? Tony Fang has been looking into this, and joined us in studio to talk about it. He's a researcher and economics professor at Memorial University.

Blood sucking insects infecting mammals with unusual viruses. No, it's not a sci-fi horror movie, but it is cause for concern according to the province's retired veterinary officer. Dr. Hugh Whitney joined us in studio to talk more about what we don't know about the province's mosquito population.

Terry Roberts joined the morning show to talk about current events in the town of Wabana, including improvements to their drinking water, and young town council members Jordon Blackwood and town clerk Jenna Vokey.

Canada Mortgage and Housing says this province needs 10-thousand new housing units every year for the next six years to satisfy demand. The construction industry is trying to ramp up new housing builds to meet the need, but Matt Mallam, Chair of the province's Construction Association, says there are many challenges.

Leah Rideout from Clarenville Minor Hockey, Rachel Hopkins from Paradise Minor Hockey, and Shannon Ivey from Grand Falls-Windsor and Corner Brook Minor Hockey talked to Krissy about refereeing, and their recent participation from Hockey Canada’s Official Program of Excellence camp.

Morning Show reporter Darrell Roberts speaks with some low-wage earners to get their thoughts on the recent minimum wage increase, and then Krissy Roberts speaks with Jessica McCormick, president of the Newfoundland and Labrador Federation of Labour.

Krissy spoke with Gord Delaney, the owner of Milestone Promotions and Events, about what exactly goes into a seasonal craft fair as shoppers gear up for Christmas as early as October.

Amy Coady, President of Municipalities NL spoke with Krissy about the difficulties in accessing the funding available to municipalities who want to build more housing.

Morning Show reporter Darrell Roberts speaks with one of the owners of Lester's Farm, Susan Lester Ryan, about their busy fall season.

Dr. Michelle Ploughman, a professor of biomedical sciences at MUN, is one of the people behind research into how using robotics can help patients recover from strokes and other neurological events.

N'we Jinan is a non-profit organization that helps Indigenous youth make music. This week, the N'we Jinan production team will be in Labrador to work with kids in Sheshatshiu. Jamie Fitzpatrick caught up with one member of the team, Veronica Blackhawk, before she left her home in Winnpeg to visit Labrador for the first time.

Ruth Lawrence and Luke Lawrence talk to Krissy about their upcoming film, Party Pirate.

Is Uber any closer to coming to St. John's? CBC reporter Jessica Singer joined us in studio to break it down.

A pond, a trail, and a river interpretation center are all part of the Fluvarium. Now we add child care to that list. Charlie Byrne is Vice Chair of the Board at the Fluvarium, and he joined us to talk about it.

Radio Canada's Philippe Grenier joined us for a debrief on the history of Vachon cakes, from Flakies to 1/2 Lune Moons.

Six and a half years ago, the Liberals said they would create a comprehensive plan to tackle housing and homelessness. What happened? Rob Antle brought us that CBC Investigates story.

So, you didn't get a code for Taylor Swift tickets. But, you still may be able to get your hands on a pair, and help with a good cause while you're doing it thanks to local Swiftie and mental health advocate Kristi Allan. She offered up a pair of tickets to the Jacob Puddister Memorial Foundation to use as a fundraiser. She joined us for a chat along with Kelsey Puddister, Director and Counsellor at the Jacob Puddister Memorial Foundation.

Manitoba elected the country's first First Nations premier this week. We heard from Torngat Mountains MHA Lela Evans on what it means not just for Indigenous people but everyone in Canada.

As we head into the Thanksgiving weekend, we've been asking you for your favourite family recipes. We spoke with one local baker who makes her nan's biscuits all the time. Joella Dyke joined us in studio to tell us about the cookies, and why the recipe is one of her favorites.

Two teachers in St. John's have just received a huge honour for their work at Waterford Valley High. Jill Rose and Margie Taylor have won the Prime Minister's Award in Teaching Excellence, and they joined us in studio to tell us all about it.

There's a lot more happening at the library this month. Morning Show reporter Darrell Roberts was there to get the scoop from regional librarian Emma Craig.

A celebrated athlete from Trepassey has passed away. Mel Fitzgerald excelled in wheelchair basketball and athletics, winning eight medals at two Paralympic Games. Gary Power is President of the Wheelchair Sports Association of Newfoundland and Labrador, and joined us to reflect on the life of Fitzgerald.

A slippery slide for the Liberals in this province. We dug into a couple of recent polls showing increasing dissatisfaction with both federal and provincial Liberal governments. We were joined by Alex Marland, currently a professor in the Department of Politics at Acadia University, and former head of the Political Science department at MUN.

A Carbonear woman finally got to meet her Japanese penpal in-person last month, after 42 years of exchanging letters. The CBC's Janelle Kelly reached Joy Loveys at her home in Carbonear to talk about how she connected with her lifelong friend Chako in Hawaii.

It you've seen any lost seabirds lately, the petrel patrol wants to know about it. Each year, the patrol rescues and releases baby Leach's Storm petrels and puffins from Ragged Beach in Witless Bay. Morning Show reporter Darrell Roberts stopped by to see how the season is going.

Morning Show reporter Darrell Roberts was live to get a taste of the goodies at Cafe Macqron. He spoke with owner Queenie Uy.

The Holy Cross Crusaders stepped into this year’s national Jubilee Cup tournament as defending champs. How’d they do this year? We spoke with national champs Abby Evans, Bethany Lee, and Shannon Galway about the tournament.

The city is considering a very important question right now. Tennis or Pickleball? The city is putting that question to the court of public opinion on Engage St. John's. Jamie Korab is the ward 3 councillor representing a large swath of the city’s West End, including Cowan Heights and Cowan Park. He joined us on the line to talk about the debate.

The West White Rose project is full steam ahead in the Port of Argentia. Media were invited out for a tour of the project yesterday. The CBC's Terry Roberts and Radio Canada’s Patrick Butler were among those who got an update from project manager Mike Rudofsky.

Russell Williams is a political science professor at Memorial University. He's been looking into wind/hydrogen projects proposed for this province, and weighed in on how politicians are approaching the idea of this brand new industry.

We're all looking to do our part to help the environment, and this weekend, you can learn how to produce less waste. Etienne Vuillaume is a board member with the Francophone Association and the Tool Library, and is an organizer of the Zero Waste Festival. Audrey Parnell is with the St. John's Tool Library, and is a co-organizer of the festival. We spoke with them about Sunday's event at Centre Des Grand Vents on Ridge Road in St. John's.

The under 17 girls from St. John's Soccer represented the province at the national club championships in Moncton, finishing in 4th place. Coach Rich Heywood and player Maria Antle stopped by the studio to chat about the tournament.

Tourism ministers from across the country are in St. John’s today, including the new federal tourism minister, Soraya Martinez Ferrada. She joined us in studio to talk about her agenda, and how the feds can help grow this province’s billion dollar tourism industry.

We've been following Gemma Hickey's pilgrimage for survivors of abuse by the clergy. Gemma is back in the province now and joined us in studio to give an update on that challenging but rewarding journey.

The fall flu shot and COVID boosters will be available in this province starting next Monday, but are people planning to roll up their sleeves and get the shots? Morning Show reporter Darrell Roberts Roberts popped by Memorial University's St. John's campus to ask people if they will be rolling up their sleeves.

If you can't throw water on a fire...how do you put it out? Morning Show reporter Darrell Roberts spoke with Captain Cara Pardy, fire prevention officer with the St. John's regional fire department.

We spoke with Justin Fantauzzo is a History Professor at Memorial University who specializes in the Modern Middle East. He talked about the roots of the conflict and why it recently turned to full-scale war.

Morning Show reporter Darrell Roberts was live in Airport Heights to learn more about the plan to make an 18-hole disc golf course. He spoke with Nick House, a member of Disc Golf NL.

We told you about a letter leaked to CBC from the Minister to the Mayor saying the City is aiming far too low in its efforts to build more housing. Hope Jamieson is a housing researcher and consultant, and a former St. John's City Councillor. They joined us in studio to dive into it.

Morning Show reporter Darrell Roberts stopped by the Black Cat Pizzeria in Downtown St. John's before the evening rush. He spoke with owner Albin Jose Toms.

It's a grey foggy day. Morning Show reporter Darrell Roberts took a trip to Fort Amherst to find out how the foghorn works, and why we still need it.

Fridays were made for music! We spoke with musician Kellie Loder about their new single "When It Comes To You," and how life on tour is going with Donovan Woods.

The CLB did some serious soul searching in the pandemic, and when it discovered new purpose, it did exactly what it became known for over its 130 plus year history. It PIVOTED! We found out how ahead of its anniversary parade this weekend. Colonel Gail Dick is the Governor and Commandant of the CLB, Warrant Officer 1 Gillian Read is the Regimental Sergeant Major, and Warrant Officer 2 David Mercer is the CLB Archivist and member of the Regimental Band. They all joined us in studio.

Tony Wakeham is the brand new leader of the PC Party in Newfoundland and Labrador. He joined us to talk about his plans for the future.

Eight years, multiple reports and appeals later, and two RNC officers are heading to two public hearings. But there's a potential roadblock for the man who made the complaints. CBC Investigates reporter Ariana Kelland joined us with that story from their series, Police and Public Trust.

The cost of living has soared this year, and one local expert says next year could bring even more challenges to households in this province. Economist Lynn Gambin joined us with some news we can all use before the Christmas spending season.

The St. John's area has transformed into a giant search and rescue training ground. Morning Show reporter Darrell Roberts stopped by the Air Reserve Flight Torbay hanger to speak with Commanding Officer Major Blair Turner. Following this, Turner took him inside a cormorant helicopter for a tour.

The 34th annual St. John’s international Women's film festival opens tonight at the Majestic. We got a run down from Executive Director Jenn Browne.

Ethan Williams is a second year student at Memorial University, who recently threw his name into the hat for a seat on the Bay Bulls town council. Last week, he won! The CBC's Alex Kennedy asked Williams how he felt about the win.

Several people have told CBC living in a tent is better than going to a shelter. We hear what people had to say at the encampment. Following this, we spoke with Paul Davis, Executive Director of The Gathering Place.

The federal NDP has elected a new president, and she just happens to be from this province. Mary Shortall joined us here in the studio to tell us about her big win, and what’s ahead for the NDP.

Some unsubsidized residents of personal care homes have gotten a nasty surprise, an unexpected rate hike up to 450-dollars every month. Margaret O'Grady moved into Kingsway Living in Paradise just two months ago, and now she and her family are trying to figure out if she can afford to stay there. CBC's Terry Roberts spoke with Margaret O'Grady's daughter, Dawn Furey. Following this he spoke with Shaun Lane, President of the Personal Care Home Owners Association of Newfoundland and Labrador.

How do you remove carbon from atmosphere? Creating financial incentive to do it is a good start. Lesley James from Memorial University's Department of Process Engineering. She broke it all down for us, and talked about the opportunity that lays ahead.

We met the newest poet laureate for the city of St. John's. Celebrated author Mark Callanan joined us with his contemplations.

Most of us are still living in spooky season, but the most wonderful time of the year has arrived early in Mount Pearl. Morning Show reporter Darrell Roberts was live at the Glacier to get a sneak peak. He first spoke with organizer Sandra Flynn. Following this, he had a chat with Melissa Lamar, owner of Hillhead House, and Colleen Butler with Butler Framing and Gallery.

Daniel Kudla is an assistant professor at Memorial University’s department of Sociology. He says he's not surprised to see encampments of homeless people in the city. The CBC's Heather Gillis asked him for his thoughts.

Connections for Seniors provides emergency accommodations and other services to adults ages 55 and older across the province. We spoke with Mohamed Abdallah, the organization's executive director.

Research in the journal "Immunity and Ageing" offers some insight into how our bodies build our immune responses. Our columnist, medical doctor Peter Lin joined us to explain more, and also consider what might be possible, to support our health, in the future. This time we're looking at a little known organ within our bodies, the Thymus.

Municipalities NL says towns across the province are struggling to keep up financially. We heard some of their ideas about where that money could come from. We were joined by President of Municipalities NL Amy Coady, and CEO Rob Nolan.

The Seniors Advocate is asking for a pause, and 90 days grace for unsubsidized seniors living in personal care homes. But there's a problem. The big hike is also being passed into personal care homes to to increase the rate for subsidized residents. Yesterday the Seniors Advocate, Susan Walsh, weighed in to ask for time for the private-pay residents affected. She joined us on the line this morning.

Fences are a touchy subject in St. John's. There’s the one at harbour front, and remember the one up on Signal Hill that blocked the view? Now, there's a new fence in front of the George Street stage. Musician Maria Cherwick gave her thoughts on the new fence.

It's taken 24 years for the men who were abused at Mount Cashel to reach a settlement with the Catholic church. In Vancouver, a case involving some of the same abusers looks like it could wrap up in less than three. CBC reporter Ryan Cooke joined us in studio to discuss it all.

Sonny Don't Go Away: A Tribute to Ron Hynes drops today. We spoke with one of the amazing artists featured, Ron's nephew Joel Thomas Hynes, and heard his recording of the classic Last Chance Avenue.

The government has faced scrutiny in recent weeks over housing issues. Political leaders have defended themselves by saying they've created 750 new housing options in the past couple of years. But what does that actually mean? You may be surprised at the answer. CBC Investigates producer Rob Antle joined us in studio to break it all down.

Do you have an idea for a movie? The St. John's International Women's Film Festival puts would-be filmmakers face to face with studios reps and producers. Morning Show reporter Darrell Roberts got an inside look at the pitch sessions.

We check back with a surgeon who made some grim predictions about the negative impacts of COVID-19 on patients waiting for surgery. CBC reporter Mark Quinn wanted to get an update on some of the concerns and impacts. He spoke with Dr. Paul Johnston.

MusicNL’s hosting it’s annual Music Celebration Week here in St. John’s. We spoke with Darryl Hurrs, a music industry professional who’s worked with CD Baby and Indie Week. He's in town to offer advice on how to navigate the ever-changing music industry.

Do you feel that chill? Is the cold weather or...is it something a little spookier? Morning Show reporter Darrell Roberts took a haunted hike through O'Brien Farm. He spoke with Aaron Rodgers, O'Brien Farm Manager.

A misleading claim, or a fumbling of words? Provincial housing minister Paul Pike tried to clear the air on his questionable affordable housing numbers. We heard part of what he told reporters yesterday at the house of assembly, including Rob Antle.

Halloween costumes for your kids that are one-of-a-kind and won't break the bank? Andre Pant is a father of two boys who make his kids' costumes every year, and he joined us in studio to tell us why homemade is the way to go.

The housing controversy dominated the House of Assembly late last week, and NDP leader Jim Dinn was in the thick of it. Now he could face discipline from the speaker. We talked about that and the unfolding housing crisis.

Over the past few months, we've seen protests over LGBTQ content in schools. But what's actually happening in schools in this province? Morning Show reporter Darrell Roberts has been digging into this issue, and he joined us in studio to break it all down.

On Sunday, about 30 MUN students came together to help clean up Topsail Beach. The CBC’s Nabila Qureshi was on site to explore people’s connection to the environment.

Does it really matter where we buy our groceries? CBC reporter Jessica Singer brought us all the answers about the cheapest place to shop.

The provincial government announced that it's changing it's Highway Traffic Act, something Uber said they needed before coming to the province. CBC reporter Jessica Singer has been following this story closely, and he joined us in studio to talk about it.

Recent news that Bonavista's one and only bank is closing came as a surprise to many. Mayor John Norman called Scotiabank's move “outrageous and insulting” and plans to fight it. He joined us on the line to talk about it.

CBC's Ariana Kelland sat down with Doug Pawson of Homelessness St. John's to talk about the shelter system, and the problems with private shelters.

CBC reporter Ryan Cooke joined us in studio to discuss the story of Cynthia Webb. She's trying to move on from her life after suffering horrific abuse at the hands of a man trusted to protect her.

After the announcement of the innovation challenge last week, we learned about the political influencer who has been passionately pushing for Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS) behind the scenes. Lake Melville MHA Perry Trimper joined us to talk about his interest in CCUS.

It's an exciting time to be a Growlers superfan like Paul Loder. He pumped us up for the new season ahead.

Morning Show reporter Darrell Roberts was live at the St. John's Convention Centre and got a sneak peak of what's on the agenda at Workplace NL's annual workplace safety symposium.

Donna Teasdale is Conservator at Memorial University’s Department of Archaeology. She spoke with The Morning Show about the work she's been doing on preserving 19th century guns.

Nearly a decade after she was sexually assaulted by a police officer, Jane Doe has told her story to Lindsay Jones, Atlantic region reporter for The Globe and Mail. Jones has been covering this case for years, and now the article is published in The Walrus.

Philip Goodridge and Melanie O'Brien are known more for their folky pop tunes in their band, The Duds. But this year, The Duds are going dark; they just released two new tracks that delve into the world of devils and demons. The Morning Show's Sandi Noseworthy sat down with them to talk moody, dramatic Halloween songs.

Jack Boland, Jacob Sheppard and Brandon Ivey started The Scrub Squad back in June. We figured it would be a good time to check back in.

After Jen Burry cracked open her box of beer on a Friday, she was counting down the minutes until Monday when she could cash in on what she found in the case. Jen spoke with The Morning Show about her big prize, and what she plans to do with it.

A report from the auditor general found that MUN spent much more on administrative salaries than other universities. Morning Show reporter Darrell Roberts joined us in studio to break down the reaction.

Recent research from Harvard University suggests that eating read meat twice a week may increase your risk of developing Type 2 Diabetes. House doctor Peter Lin joined us to discuss that story.

With all of the unsettling world headlines on the go, one doctor says what you really need is a good spook. Dr. Simon Sherry is a clinical psychologist and a professor at Dalhousie University, and he joined us on the line to lay out a compelling case for fear this Halloween.

The wind turbines could soon be blowing across Newfoundland. But will anyone buy the product? The CBC's Jamie Fitzpatrick joined us to talk about hydrogen skeptics in the renewable energy community.

Tony Belbin is the mother of an inmate at His Majesty' Penitentiary in St. John's. She speaks about its new phone system, and how it is affecting the quality of life for inmates there.

Gudie Hutchings is the Minister of Rural Economic Development Canada, and the MP for Long Range Mountains. Tom Cooper is a professor with MUN's School of Business Administration. Both spoke with The Morning Show about the federal government's recent announcements regarding changes to the carbon tax plan.

Mike Doyle is mayor of Harbour Main-Chapel's Cove-Lakeview. He spoke with The Morning Show about some of the struggles facing rural communities in the province.

The Morning Show's Sandi Noseworthy paid a visit to Kitchen Sink and spoke with owner Alex Storey-Texmo about what kinds of menu options her business is creating these days.

Infectious disease researcher Tara Moriarty talks to The Morning Show about the current COVID wave, and the financial impact that it has on our healthcare system.

Getting in the mood for a night of ghosts, ghouls and goblins. Writers NL has been running a Halloween horror story contest, and tonight the best of those spooky stories hit the floor at the Black Sheep. We spoke with Jen Winsor, Executive Director at Writers NL.

The CBC's Jessica Singer met up with Gabe Flynn, the province's gymnastics athlete of the year. Flynn hopes to flip his way right across the globe.

Are you still trying to decide what you're going to be for Halloween? Morning Show reporter Darrell Roberts stopped by Party City to chat with general manager Ashley Pitcher.

Transportation and Infrastructure Minister John Abbott gave the CBC's Ariana Kelland an update on where things stand with the plans to replace HMP with a new facility.

The image of Jason Voorhees from the Friday the 13th franchise has been synonymous with horror movies since the 1980s. And for the last few years, local cosplayer Andre Sparkes has been bringing Jason and other iconic characters to life.

Jon Mallard of the Odd to Newfoundland Paranormal Podcast joined us to talk about his 31 day Halloween marathon.

It's time to celebrate the spirits among us. Some of us believe, and some of us are skeptics when it comes to ghosts. The Morning Show's Gavin Simms hit the streets yesterday to find out which side people are on.

Morning Show reporter Darrell Roberts stopped by Holy Spirit High School in CBS to find out why Halloween is such a big deal, and how they plan to celebrate this year. He spoke with with grade 12 students Brooke Smith and Marissa Williams, student council co-presidents. Following this he had chat which teacher Jeff Locker.

The CBC's Jessica Singer joined us in studio to talk about where things stand with long COVID in this province, what experts are saying, and how it's still affecting one teacher in Corner Brook.

The war between Hamas and Israel rages on, with civilians paying a heavy price. MUN History Professor Justin Fantauzzo joined us with his thoughts on the latest news out of Gaza, and talked about the likelihood of a humanitarian ceasefire.

St. John's will be playing host to European Union leaders at the Canada-European Union Summit next month. Lucian Ashworth is a professor in the Department of Political Science at MUN, specializing in international relations, and he joined us to chat about it.

The City of St. John's was called out by the federal government for its lack luster housing plan. Now they've dialed it up. During yesterday's council meeting the city presented a revised housing application to submit to the federal government. Ron Ellsworth, who heads Finance and Administration, joined us to talk about it.

For many people, video conferencing will always run second to meeting with others face-to-face. A recent U-S study provides fresh insight on how the two methods of interaction affect what's happening with our brains. House doctor Peter Lin zoomed in on that story.

Morning Show reporter Darrell Roberts stopped by techNL's innovation week at the St. John's Convention Centre. He spoke with Florian Villaumé, CEO of techNL, and Jacqueline Lee, CEO of PolyUnity Tech, chair of techNL and founder of a group called Tequity+.

Morning Show reporter Darrell Roberts stopped by Arbour Restaurant and Lounge in Bay Bulls to chat with owner Jessica Holmes.

We're in the middle of one of the biggest week's of the year for this province's tech sector. Morning Show reporter Darrell Roberts spoke with some of the folks taking part in Tech NL's Innovation Week.

Newfoundland is one of the few places outside of England that still observes Guy Fawkes night, and the bonfires held in honour of it come with their own unsettling history. Dale Jarvis stopped by the studio and gave us a fiery history lesson.

The provincial government is requiring World Energy GH2 to provide more information before approving the west coast wind-to-hydrogen project. We spoke with Duran Felix, a member of the Environmental Transparency Committee on the Port au Port Peninsula.

Premier Furey has been travelling across Labrador delivering long-awaited apologies to residential school survivors. Survivor Wanda Lucy was at the ceremony in Hopedale. Afterwards, she shared her thoughts with Labrador Morning's Andrea McGuire.

The province is working on new legislation for municipalities. It's something Municipalities NL says is desperately needed. MNL president Amy Coady joined us to dig into the details of the proposed new Act.

We talked about a major, but often overlooked, challenge faced by seniors. Loneliness can be a significant risk factor for mental health, according to the World Health Organization. Barbara Neves is a professor at Monash University in Australia, and she's been looking into this.

We heard some of the Premier's apology to residential school survivors in Rigolet and Postville, as well as some reaction to that apology from a former student. Labrador Morning's Andrea McGuire spoke with Charlotte Wolfrey.

More music, more inclusion, and more community support. When Glenn Nuotio and Niall O’Dea got married this summer, making that happen was a dream come true. The FolQ fund is a new opportunity stream for the Folk Arts Society, and all that love will be hitting the stage for the first FolQ concert at the LSPU Hall this Saturday. Glenn joined us to talk details, along with NL Folk Arts Society's Julie Vogt and performer Than Brown.

A group of women are getting together this weekend at the Alt Hotel to talk about these challenging financial times and share best practices. It's a seminar on financial literacy and empowerment. This morning we were joined by organizer Jennifer Anderson, credit counsellor Lauren Holwell, and financial planner Krista Hynes.

Morning Show reporter Darrell Roberts stopped by Kingsbridge Service Station in St. John's to find out just how busy the season is getting. He spoke with owner Gerry Young.

It's Movember, the annual fundraiser for men's health. A group of MUN engineering student are joining the cause this year. Ben Oates, Fares Khalil and Jordan Careen were in studio this morning to talk about this year's fundraiser.

There's 58 acres of land in Portugal Cove soon to become a co-housing neighbourhood. Killick Eco Village held a "land walk and chat" event for potential members on the weekend. Marketing Lead Hillary King told us all about it this morning.

Morning Show reporter Darrell Roberts stopped by Sobeys on Torbay Road this morning to see how this year's poppy campaign is going. He spoke with John MacDonald, president of Branch 56 of the Royal Canadian Legion in Pleasantville.

Grinding it out day in and day out just to make ends meet. That's how one woman describes her life now that she's had to take a second job to pay the bills. Kelly Young is a 53-year-old grandmother living in Flatrock, who recently found herself looking for a second job as a way to pay the bills in a costly era of sky-high grocery prices, rent and fuel costs. CBC reporter Malone Mullin spoke to Young about her experience of the middle class squeeze.

The story of the province's queer community and its fight for human rights has largely gone unwritten, until now. St. John's writer and Journalist Rhea Rollmann joins us to talk about her new book, A Queer History of Newfoundland.

The premier has apologized to residential school survivors in Nunatsiavut. But how will the province support survivors on the North Coast from here? Labrador Morning's Andrea McGuire was on board the premier's charter plane, and she joined us for more on the Nunatsiavut apologies.

We heard last week that the city has revised it's application for federal funding for housing. The Home Builders Association has had a chance to review the city's new plan. Executive Officer Alexis Foster joined us to talk about it.

When someone from this province wants to know where you're from or who your relatives are, they'll ask 'Who knit ya?' Musician Kelly Russell was live in studio this morning. He talked about his new show and played us a couple tunes.

The CBC's Nabila Qureshi paid a visit to the Bishops Gardens senior living facility in St. John's to learn about "The Neighbourhood." It's a project offering seniors and their families daytime recreation and wellness support.

Tony O'Driscoll and his wife had their well water tested for pollutants, and found it's been contaminated with e-coli. He spoke with the CBC's Leigh Anne Power. Following this, Leigh Anne reached out to Bruce Phillips, the deputy mayor of George's Brook-Milton.

The U-S Food and Drug Administration could soon approve a new treatment for sickle cell disease, and the first to use gene editing to treat a disease. House doctor Peter Lin brought us that story.

The province announced its new Poverty Reduction Plan yesterday. Josh Smee of Food First NL joined us to take a look at the new plan through a food security lens.

A new research project at Memorial University has received $100,000 in funding. It looks at how seaweed can improve soil, increase carbon capture, and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. We spoke with Christina Smeaton, an assistant professor in the Environmental Science faculty at Memorial University’s Grenfell Campus. She's also one of the leads on the project.

"Masterworks 2: Encanto Espanol" features guest conductor Juan Carlos Lomonaco, and traveling harpist Valérie Milot. Valerie joined us in the studio this morning, along with Hugh Donnan from the Newfoundland Symphony Orchestra.

The National War Memorial on Duckworth Street is being restored ahead of its 100 year anniversary next year. Morning Show reporter Darrell Roberts stopped by to see how the work is going. He spoke with John Abbott, the Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure.

With the increased cost of living, paying the bills can become challenging. Jagmeet Singh talked about how he thinks his party can address these and other concerns with the CBC's Hillary Johnson.

The city of St. John's is pushing higher density housing to get roofs overhead for more people. But how well does that fit with the historic character of the city, particularly downtown? We spoke with Luke Quinton, President of the Newfoundland and Labrador Historic Trust.

She's only in Grade 6, but today, she's leading the city's fire department. The Morning Show's Jessica Singer spoke with this year's lucky Fire Chief for a Day, Rachel Roebotham.

It's for young and old alike, and apparently CBC hosts too. The co-founders of the Old School Intergenerational Project stopped by the CBC with their refurbished school bus. Adam Walsh hopped on board to get a tour from co-founders Claire Rouleau and Erin Winsor.

Earlier this week, the provincial government and provincial health authority announced plans for a suite of services and supports for seniors. Dr. Susan Mercer is the Clinical Chief of Older Adult Care with Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services. She joined us to talk about the new plan.

Morning Show reporter Darrell Roberts stopped by Quidi Vidi Lake to ask people for their thoughts on the long standing, annual debate. Are your winter tires studded... or not?

At Cowan Heights Elementary in St. John's, Grade Five students presented poems, songs and more as part of this week's Remembrance Day concert. Morning Show reporter Darrell Roberts took the ceremony in.

Next summer, the remains of a Newfoundland Regiment soldier who died in the First World War will be brought home from France. Stone fabricator and quarry owner Mark Brace is playing a big role in giving a facelift to this province's National War Memorial, where the tomb of that unknown soldier will be laid to rest. The CBC's Terry Roberts brought us more on that story.

Captain Brett is a Nursing Officer, originally from Springdale. She's one of eleven who have been chosen to stand vigil at the National War Memorial. The CBC’s Philip Ling spoke with her about what it means to be part of the event.

Morning Show reporter Jessica Singer stopped by Tilt House Bakery in Portugal Cove-St. Philips to hear how their delicious treats are made.

Black mould, unfinished walls and bed bugs. It's not something you want to see when moving into a new residence. Memorial University student Rebecca Morgan spoke with the CBC's Hillary Johnson about the disgusting condition of the unit. Following this, the CBC's Bernice Hillier reached out to Bruce Belbin for comment. He's the director of MUN's residences and ancillary services.

Diwali is a Hindu holiday often called the Festival of Lights, and this year promises to be an extra bright one for Mini Nair. For the first time since she moved here 13 years ago, she'll have her family with her to celebrate.

Writer/Director Jeremy Larter isn't from Newfoundland, but he is a fellow islander, and a big fan of Susan Kent. He had her in mind when he conceived the "Who's yer Father" script. Jeremy, Susan, and local actor Matt Wells joined us for a chat about their new film, which hit the big screen this week. You can check it out at the Cineplex theatre at the Avalon Mall in St. John's.

MUN's Sexual Harassment Office is offering active bystander training to the university community. Amnesty Rose is an adviser with the Sexual Harassment Office, and she joined us in studio to chat about it.

We spoke with Daniel Filion, President of Cat Educator, a Quebec-based cat behaviour consulting company. He took us deep into the mind of our furry friends.

A Mundy Pond swan has a nasty injury, and is currently being treated by vets and wildlife rescuers. We spoke with Rock Wildlife Rescue owner Karen Gosse. They're currently taking care of the bird.

If your dog prefers the great indoors, instead of the great outdoors, there's a new warm and dry place where you can take them for a run. We spoke with Danielle Gregory, owner of Xylo's K9 Kingdom.

The summer residents have all gone, and the population of Little Bay Islands is back at just 2 people. The CBC's Caroline Hillier checked back in with Mike and Georgina Parsons to hear how they've been spending the past 5 years alone on an island.

We heard the latest edition of The Grind, highlighting how many people are struggling with working multiple jobs just to get by. Kelsey Arsenault had to give up her dream job as a music therapist because it just wasn't enough, and has had to work a whole bunch of jobs to pay the bills. The CBC's Sarah Antle spoke with her.

The Seniors Advocate says a third of them don't have enough money for the basic necessities of life. That's according to a new report by Seniors Advocate, Susan Walsh, titled "What Golden Years?" We got a reaction to that report from Mohamed Abdallah. He's with Connections for Seniors NL.

Dr. Bolu Ogunyemi is a physician in St. John's, and a lecturer at Memorial's School of Medicine. He shared his thoughts on racism in this province, and how it could play a role in the recruitment of health care workers.

The deaf community says deaf seniors are experiencing extreme isolation and barriers to health care services in this province. That's why they're rallying for more support at the Confederation Building tomorrow. Myles Murphy is the Executive Director of the NL Association of the Deaf. He joined us in studio this morning alongside staff interpreter Ken Parsons.

Amelia Joe is making sure Mi'kmaw youth in the city stay connected to their culture, and keep their history alive. She didn't have that opportunity when her family first moved to St. John's when she was young. Now she's giving back to the community in her role as a cultural program facilitator at First Light. The CBC's Amanda Gear spoke with her about her work.

Morning Show reporter Jessica Singer stopped by Mount Pearl this morning to chat with Claudia Fimbres of Mamacita Mexican Kitchen & Latin Market.

Next spring, passengers will be able to fly directly from St. John's to London, England. For some Irish folks living here in the province, this new direct route to London's Gatwick airport is a big win. Patrick Daly and Declan Flynn are a couple of Irish expats who currently call St. John's home. They joined us in studio for a chat about the news.

Fog Festival opens tonight with the premier screening of Purgatory Jack, starring Joel Thomas Hynes. Also coming up at Fog Fest this weekend, the latest nightmare from Grind Mind, all about that bloody hag. We spoke with Joel and Grind Mind's Shane Mills.

Rules, but no teeth to enforce them. Five years ago, the province jacked up fines to deter bad behaviour by landlords and tenants. Has it worked? Rob Antle brought us that CBC Investigates story. He spoke with Allan Kitonsa, who was wrongfully kicked out of his apartment in August.

We need more local food, and people to grow it. We wanted to find out what it takes to do that from a couple of young farmers who are in St. John's for the NL Young Farmers Leadership Summit. So we spoke with Jeremy McNiven, owner of McNiven Fresh Produce, and Krista Chatman, owner of Three Mile Ridge Farm in Lethbridge.

A St. John's man who went into cardiac arrest during a rec hockey game last month says he's still here to tell his story because his friends knew how to perform CPR, and use a medical device called an AED. Terry Roberts brought us this heart warming story.

Morning Show reporter Jessica Singer stopped by the Urban Market on Lemarchant Road in St. John's this morning to see what's happening at their Christmas House offshoot. She spoke with with Ivy Hanley, co-owner of the Christmas House.

Jazz Trumpeter Mike Herriott has a new album called "Tales of Tricksters and Vagabonds." The entire album is inspired by seedier and mischievous characters from classic literature. He stopped by the studio this morning to talk about his new work.

Lesley Chard is the Founder of Digital Waves NL, and she has created an opportunity to help get more young people who identify with the LGBTQ community. Those interested in participating in the Digital Waves 2023 program can register for free on their website until November 19, 2023. You can find more information here https://www.digitalwavesnl.ca/press-room/2023-10-26-program-launch

The CBC's Gavin Simms caught up with musician Craig Young, who's heading to New Zealand for 4 months, on an epic mountain biking journey.

In Part 3 of The Grind, Shramana Sarkar is caught between a rock and a hard place. She's a teaching assistant at Memorial University, and a full-time master's student. She's also cramming three jobs into her schedule. The CBC's Sarah Antle spoke with her about working multiple jobs to combat the rising cost of living.

He's been in St. John's for over a year, and his world is scarcely bigger than his basement apartment. Michael Saunders desperately wants to go home, but he has complex needs, and no one can figure out how to get him there. The CBC's Bailey White brought us that story.

His windowsill modelling has caught the attention of hundreds of St. John's residents and tourists. The CBC's Jessica Singer met Murphy and his owners Bridget Canning and Jon Weir at their home on Gower Street.

Omar Mohammad was shot and killed by police five months ago. Since then, members of the Sudanese and Muslim communities have been working to find his family, and organize his burial. Mohammad's casket was lowered into the ground at the Muslim Association of Newfoundland and Labrador cemetery on Sunday. The CBC's Ariana Kelland was there, where she spoke with Zaid Kafi and Murtada Elhaj.

Maria Halfyard's rain coats are being showcased in three issues of British Vogue. She joined us in studio to talk about her rainwear label, Mernini.

Team Gushue's Olympic gold medal win is a memory most of us will never forget, but the banner they got to commemorate the win had been lost for over a decade.... Until last week! We got the story from former Team Gushue member Jamie Korab.

The government says it wants to "transform" how police do their job in this province. But one local group has been calling for more police oversight for over a year now. We spoke with Justin Campbell, program director with First Voice.

Sarah Moriarty, member of the Workers Action Network, sees very little help in the government's new Poverty Reduction Plan for people who work but still live on the brink of poverty.

We talk about a curious effect that recent housing announcements from the Newfoundland and Labrador government have had on construction. Alexis Foster of the Canadian Home Builders' Association explains what the problem is.

Smuggler's Cove on the Burin Peninsula has a lot going on. It's a concert venue, escape room, roadhouse grill, and a favourite hangout among the local biker community. The Broadcast's Paula Gale got a tour of the area with owner Mike Brennan.

A recent study suggests the loss of deep sleep as we get older can increase the risk of developing dementia. Guest medical contributor Dr. Christopher Labos brought us that story.

For decades, the Happy Tree has been an iconic part of the mall's holiday decorations. Morning Show reporter Darrell Roberts decided to find out how people are taking the retirement news.

From a legal point of view, there's a big difference between common-law relationships and marriages. Sara Hawkins knows a thing or two about that, as she works with the province's Public Legal Information Association.

He’s spent the last five months hiking and canoeing eleven-hundred kilometres through the northern Quebec wilderness... and he’s not even halfway done. Morning Show producer Jonny Hodder checked in with Justin Barbour, aka the Newfoundland Explorer, to get an update on his latest adventure.

Justice Minister John Hogan announced yesterday that the police in this province are now under review. We spoke with Lawyer Lynn Moore, who represents several women who have made complaints against RNC officers. She wants to see improvements to the police complaints process.

A new multi-million dollar deal with the provincial government means you'll be able to get a virtual doctor's appointment through private company Teladoc soon. We found out what Dr. Gerard Farrell thinks about the new deal. He's President of the Newfoundland and Labrador Medical Association, which represents doctors in this province.

Some of the desks on Memorial University's St. John's campus were built in the 1960s, and a group of education students say the desks aren't just uncomfortable, but also impeding accessibility. Morning Show reporter Darrell Roberts stopped by the G.A. Hickman building to check it all out.

This weekend, you can immerse yourself in all that seasonal joy during Christmas by Candlelight at the Commissariat House. Morning Show reporter Darrell Roberts was there this morning to get a sneak peak of that old-fashioned Christmas flare.

This morning we brought you part one of our greener home heating journey. We posed your home heating questions to NL Hydro's Grant Outerbridge, and Newfoundland Power's Peter Upshall.

This month marks a unique anniversary for the community of Black Tickle. It's been 45 years since two UFOs allegedly visited the community. Labrador Morning's Heidi Atter brought us that story.

We learned about the new authors who have answered the call to pitch their stories in public to publishers for a chance to finally sign a book deal. We spoke with Jen Winsor from the Writer's Association of Newfoundland and Labrador, to sets the stakes for Saturday night’s Pitch Wars at the Emera Innovation Exchange Conference Centre in downtown St. John's.

The CBC's Peter Cowan took us to The Rooms this morning, where Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is set to host meetings with European Council president Charles Michel, and European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen.

You sent us your questions about greener home heating options, and our two gurus from Take Charge NL have been giving us the answers. We brought you part two of our home heating Q&A with Newfoundland Power's Peter Upshall, and NL Hydro's Grant Outerbridge.

Mama Africa Restaurant opened earlier this year on Malta Street, and has introduced locals to it's flavorful cuisine. Morning Show reporter Darrell Roberts met with owner Navel Sarr.

The St. John's Airport Authority will have a float in this Sunday's Downtown St. John's Santa Claus parade for the first time in years. The Morning Show's Sandi Noseworthy took us behind the scenes with a couple of float-builders. She spoke with Airport Authority mechanic/head elf Jim Doyle, and safety manager/sleigh maker Phil O'Connell.

Thursday marked the beginning of the 16 days of activism against gender-based violence, also known as the purple ribbon campaign. In 2013, Juliane Hibbs and her fiancé, Vince Dillon, were murdered by Hibbs' ex-boyfriend. Hibbs' mother, Debbie, has since become an advocate against intimate partner violence. She spoke with Morning Show reporter Darrell Roberts at this year's ceremony at the Confederation Building.

Today, we're kicking off our annual Feed NL Campaign, which supports local food banks across the province. The CBC's Lukas Wall stopped by the studio to explain.

On this week's installment of The Grind, we hear how being overworked impacts people's mental health. The CBC's Sarah Antle spoke with Rebecca Gladney and Rafid Khan. They both work about 70 hours a week.

Over five hundred years ago, Guru Nanak, the founder of the Sikh religion, was born. The CBC's Nabila Qureshi sat down with Diljeet Kaur, a member of the local Sikh community in St. John's, to find out more about Guru Nanak Gurpurab and its significance.

A whirlwind meeting of international leaders in downtown St. John's. The CBC's Peter Cowan gave us the inside scoop on what went down at Friday's Canada-EU Summit.

The big red Santa sleigh, the shiny brass instruments, the splashy dance costumes. All systems were go for the downtown St. John's Christmas parade yesterday, until suddenly they weren't. The request left parade organizers scrambling, including GayLynne Gulliver with Downtown St. John's.

Plenty of people were caught off guard by the news of Happy’s retirement, including Sophie Harrington, a longtime fan. We found out what Happy has meant to her over the years. Following this, Morning Show reporter Darrell Roberts spoke with Sonya Smith, executive director of the VOCM Cares Foundation, which helps organize the campaign.

The mind of the author, who also happens to be a familiar voice to CBC listeners. Andrew Hawthorn stopped by the studio this morning to chat about his new book, "My Milkshake brings all the boys to the Yardarm."

Reducing the isolation and worry of cancer treatment and turning it into inspiration. That was the focus of the NL Cancer Conference for Women, which took place recently in St. John's. We spoke with Lynette Hillier, the executive director of the Cancer Care Foundation, along with Leanne Kean, a musician and a first-time attendee of the conference.

Days after he lost his partner in life and in work, Greg Malone shared his memories of Mary White -- including how she was the driving force behind Codco and the Wonderful Grand Band.

Tomorrow night, Memorial University's Botanical Garden will unveil this year's Merry and Bright light display. Morning Show reporter Darrell Roberts was there this morning to get a sneak peak. He spoke with Kim Shipp and Deborah Coombs from Botanical Garden.

An armed standoff forced the cancellation of the Downtown St. John's Christmas Parade on Sunday, and questions are being raised about why police didn't issue an emergency alert. We posed that question to Constable James Cadigan, media relations officer for the RNC.

Union House Arts in Port Union has just won the Lacey Prize from the National Gallery of Canada. It comes with $50,000 and a visit from a National Gallery curator. We spoke with Bethany MacKenzie, programming director at Union House Arts.

The Juno Wavemakers show is taking place this Thursday night at the Majestic Theatre in St. John's, and local musicians are looking to make waves for a chance to perform at Juno week next year. We spoke with Allegra Swanson, chair of the Halifax Juno committee.

Helping LGBTQ+ newcomers feel more at home in this province. We found out what resources are available, and what’s lacking. We spoke with Sulaimon Giwa, Associate Dean at Memorial’s School of Social Work, and Kimberly Offspring, program coordinator at the YWCA.

Overcrowded, underfunded. Housing on the north coast of Labrador is in the national spotlight. Ariana Kelland visited Nain this month and brought us this report.

Andrea Housell has been a wedding planner for 15 years. She shared some of her stories for a new book, co-written by Peter Mansbridge and Mark Bulgutch.

Brittney Szucs says branches on her pine trees in Brigus have been going missing over the past few days. She thinks the thieves may have Christmas crafts in mind.

Winter and colder weather are a time when colds, flu and other respiratory illnesses are more common. House doctor Peter Lin brought an outlook on respiratory virus season this year for parts of the globe, and closer to home here in Canada.