Best Ruok Podcasts (2024)

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Dale & Kyle: Where Are They Now? Reunion Episode 1:01:26

2M ago1:01:26

1:01:26

Join hosts Dale and Kyle as they reunite to delve into their personal and professional growth post-hiatus, impacted by COVID-19. From promoting wellness through play to reengaging with self-trust and community, they emphasize fun, presence, and community connection. They chat about podcasting experiences, juggling multiple projects, leveraging AI t…

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Ep 76 National Media new owners of the Workplace Health Safety Show 19:45

4M ago19:45

19:45

Workplace Health & Safety Show is Australia's largest showcase of products, equipment, technology, and services to reduce worker illnesses, injuries, and fatalities. Supported by the Australian Institute of Health & Safety, the Shows is the biggest single gathering of buyers and decision-makers responsible for occupational health, safety, environme…

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Ep 75 A professional surfer’s near-death experience inspires others to build resilience in times of need 30:27

6M ago30:27

30:27

In 2016, professional surfer, Brett Connellan was attacked by a great white shark at Bombo Beach, NSW. Floating towards death's door, he began to fight back and reached for life. After just 5 months he made it back into the waters, but found his gift of storytelling was going to have a greater impact on our world. Tune in to hear from Brett about h…

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Ep 73 Awards Australia's Community Achievement Awards goes National 26:41

8M ago26:41

26:41

Established in 1989, Awards Australia is a Corporate Social Responsibility market leader. Specialising in awards recognition programs on a state and national level, clients and the community receive win/win opportunities and outcomes through established marketing, media and event management expertise. With it's Community Awards it looks to highligh…

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A dose of heartwarming calls from across Canada 57:57

8M ago57:57

57:57

We get a dose of calls from across Canada with heartwarming stories for Good News Tuesday A group of BC truckers are on the quotes to build electric big rigs. Chace Barber, CEO and founder of Edison Motors joins us to share the story of their EV trucks. We learn how they work, the challenges of building them, and if there is a place for EV trucks o…

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Turning loneliness into a journey of self-discovery 1:10:21

8M ago1:10:21

1:10:21

The holidays can be the loneliest time of year, but that's okay. Registered Psychologist and Director of the Vancouver Anxiety Centre, Dr. Christine Korol tells us how to confront loneliness and gives us strategies for turning loneliness into a journey of self-discovery and growth. Meta is under fire after allegedly trying to get children to use th…

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Eating five pounds of potato salad outside a graveyard 39:32

8M ago39:32

39:32

RUOK with potato salad? Riley Merry has become a Canadian icon after attempting to eat five pounds of potato salad outside of a graveyard, in front of police. He tells us the story in a very special edition of RUOK. Having a bad password is one thing, but can you have a bad username? Hank the Hacker tells us how to make a safe username. Hank also t…

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How to avoid buying bad quality Christmas gifts 25:26

8M ago25:26

25:26

Will going with the cheaper option come back to bite you this Christmas? Adam Sondergard, with Linus Tech Tips, tells us how to avoid buying bad quality gifts this Christmas and gives us a dose of helpful tech tips to make your life so much easier. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune In…

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RUOK with Hall & Oates? 59:05

8M ago59:05

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RUOK with Hall & Oates? How about turkey? Why is it so easy to fall for misinformation online? Social media expert Jesse Miller tells us how misinformation spreads online, how to spot it, and how to avoid it. David Ian Grey, retail and marketing expert, tells us if Black Friday deals are worth it for business and customers and if Boxing Day might b…

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What the hell should I watch this weekend? - November 23 13:34

8M ago13:34

13:34

Steve Stebbing reviews Ridley Scott's new movie Napoleon and more on What the Hell Should I Watch This Weekend! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune InBy Corus Radio

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Have you set up your Christmas Tree yet? 1:14:14

8M ago1:14:14

1:14:14

Have you set up your Christmas Tree yet? We can help you with the Christmas Tree edition of Gameshowey Trivia! Test your knowledge and hear some of our own tree traditions. What's special about your Christmas tree? Shiftheads share their stories with calls and texts. Jonathan Berkshire Miller, Director of Foreign Affairs and National Security at th…

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Technological World with Blaine Kyllo - November 22 13:13

8M ago13:13

13:13

Blaine Kyllo breaks down the best and worst Black Friday deals of 2023 on the Technological World. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune InBy Corus Radio

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How Lahaina is healing after the fires 57:14

8M ago57:14

57:14

It has been 100 days since wildfires devastated Lahaina, Hawaii. Jonny Varona, one of the firefighters who battled the blaze, gives us an update on what was lost and how his community is healing. RUOK with Toonies? How about air freshener? Are we living in the Matrix? Probably not. On the World of Weird Things, Greg Fish tells us why scientists can…

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How to hit the reset button on your life 1:07:29

8M ago1:07:29

1:07:29

How do you start over? Annalisa Enrile, Professor of Social Work at the USC Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work, tells us how to hit the reset button on your career, mentality, and direction in life. Would you throw out your phone if you could use one without a screen? Mike Yawney looks at a new piece of AI-driven technology that could be the…

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Canadians are terrible at creating passwords 1:04:37

8M ago1:04:37

1:04:37

Canadians are terrible at passwords. Hank the Hacker tells us how to make a good password, what makes a bad one, and just how easy it is for hackers to crack bad codes. RUOK with cargo? How about bad tattoos? Dr. Chris Fogarty with the Canadian Hurricane Centre looks back at the 2023 hurricane season and how to be weather-aware when you travel. HEY…

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Diving 100 feet underwater for the deepest portrait photo 55:52

8M ago55:52

55:52

Canadian photographer Steve Haining dove over 100 feet underwater to take the deepest portrait photo ever. He tells us how he did it and why the record was so difficult to break. What is the one luxury you can’t live without? Shiftheads call and text in! RUOK with marathons? How about the Grammys? HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to our…

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What the hell should I watch this weekend? - November 16 15:32

8M ago15:32

15:32

Steve Stebbing reviews the return of The Hunger Games franchise and more on What The Hell Should We Watch This Weekend. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune InBy Corus Radio

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Does Pineapple belong on Pizza? 57:48

8M ago57:48

57:48

Does Pineapple belong on Pizza? Find out as we play the Pizza edition of Gameshowey Trivia! Test your knowledge of Canadian pizza recipes, topping trends, and more. RUOK with Pizza? Why is it so expensive to fly in Canada? Dave Frank, executive director of the BC Aviation Council, tells us what's driving domestic flights up in price, how they can c…

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Technological World with Blaine Kyllo - November 15 14:19

8M ago14:19

14:19

Blaine Kyllo details the OLED Steam Deck and more on The Technological World. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune InBy Corus Radio

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Letting go of procrastination can be easier 1:09:19

8M ago1:09:19

1:09:19

Procrastinating is easy, but letting go of it can be even easier. Michael Losier, author of The Law of Attraction, gives us his tips on how to deal with procrastination and finding positivity by addressing negativity. RUOK with Christmas Lights? A giant space rock killed the Dinosaurs, right? On the World of Weird Things, Greg Fish tells us why the…

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Is the hype on the sphere worth it? 56:54

8M ago56:54

56:54

Brittlestar AKA the worlds favourite online dad joins the Shift to discuss everything from the new movie "anything to be famous" to what it means to be internet an internet star. There's been a lot of talk about the new Sphere in Las Vegas, but does the venue live up to the hype? Mike Yawney has the inside details. And RUOK with butterflies, design…

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A look back at Canada's part in history 1:11:19

8M ago1:11:19

1:11:19

Ahead of Remembrance day, historian Andrew Burtch at the Canadian War Museum joins the Shift with a look back at Canada's part in key historical events,, Steve Stebbing has the low down on what to watch this weekend, from new releases such as The Marvels and the Holdovers to classics like Scrooged in 4K and RUOK Taylor Swift, doughnuts and a millio…

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What The Hell Should I Watch This Weekend? - November 10 13:09

8M ago13:09

13:09

Steve Stebbing has the low down on what to watch this weekend, from new releases such as The Marvels and the Holdovers to classics like Scrooged in 4K.By Corus Radio

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Sharing the stories of some Canadian war heroes 1:13:27

8M ago1:13:27

1:13:27

Craig Baird, historian and host of the Canadian History Ehx podcast, joins us to share the stories of some Canadian war heroes. We learn more about Indigenous veteran Tommy Prince and other fascinating Canadians who have served our country. It's Ryan's birthday month, so we play a round of Gameshowey Trivia, all themed after our favourite millennia…

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Technological World with Blaine Kyllo - November 8 13:50

8M ago13:50

13:50

Blaine Kyllo reviews the new Super Mario game and more on The Technological World HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune InBy Corus Radio

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A custody battle of sheer determination over a sheep 1:09:05

8M ago1:09:05

1:09:05

RUOK with sheep? How about Paul? Psychologist, best-selling author, and public speaker Dr. Jody Carrington tells us why it's okay to not be okay. She explains why accepting tough times can help change our mentality. Is your brain a quantum computer? On The World of Weird Things, Greg Fish helps us understand how computer-like science happens in our…

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Is tipping for your food getting out of hand? 1:08:49

8M ago1:08:49

1:08:49

Doordash is now giving customers a warning their food might not arrive if they don't tip! Shiftheads call and text with their thoughts on tipping and if it's getting out of hand Canadian Author Adam Shoalts canoed from his home in Southern Ontario to the Arctic, all so he could track the migration of Birds. He tells us why he went on the adventure,…

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Dealing with the hacking group Anonymous 53:12

8M ago53:12

53:12

The mysterious hacker group Anonymous wears guy Fawkes masks and claims to be working for the greater good, but are they? Hank the Hacker tells us about his experiences dealing with the group, what they want and why they love the masks. RUOK with Hat-Tricks? What about Christmas music lawsuits? On The Millennial On The Radio, Ryan rips his generati…

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How propaganda works and how to spot it 1:06:30

9M ago1:06:30

1:06:30

Propaganda is everywhere, but can we spot it? Tim Blackmore is a professor at Western University, and he studies propaganda. He tells us how propaganda works, how it’s changing, and what he thinks is the most dangerous kind of propaganda. For the first time ever, a meme has created a multi-million-dollar movie. On The Millennial On The Radio, Ryan …

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What the hell should I watch this weekend? - November 2 13:48

9M ago13:48

13:48

Steve Stebbing reviews Priscilla, Nyad, and more on What the Hell Should We Watch This Weekend. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune InBy Corus Radio

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Why are Canadians in love with Big Brother Canada? 58:15

9M ago58:15

58:15

Big Brother Canada is a hugely popular reality TV show, but have you ever wondered what happens behind the scenes? Arisa Cox, host of Big Brother Canada, tells us why Canadians love the show after a decade of being on the air and how you can audition to get on the latest season! Are you in the mood for some drama and obstacle courses? We play a rea…

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Technological World with Blaine Kyllo - November 1st 13:16

9M ago13:16

13:16

Blaine Kyllo brings us his review of Alan Wake 2 and more on the Technological World! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune InBy Corus Radio

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Taking the world by storm using an old-school sound 53:21

9M ago53:21

53:21

Icelandic singer-songwriter Laufey has taken the world by storm by using an old-school sound in the modern age. She tells us about her inspirations, her love for jazz, and why today's audiences crave such an old-school sound RUOK with Halloween Candy stories that will make you question eating candy? Ryan's horror movie marathon concludes with a rev…

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Understanding the government's changes to the Carbon Tax 1:04:35

9M ago1:04:35

1:04:35

The federal government is changing the carbon tax for a select few. Dan McTeague, former Member of Parliament and current president of Canadians for Affordable Energy, helps us understand the Carbon Tax changes. RUOK with living in your parent's basement? How about banks? Most people go to the mall when they need new clothes. Handy Andy Baryer is n…

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An indigenous storyteller's favourite mystical stories 50:35

9M ago50:35

50:35

This is a special edition of The Shift with Shane Hewitt Podcast. What do you do when you hear a bump in the night when nobody is around? Isaac Murdoch hears bumps in the night all the time, living alone in northern Ontario. He is an indigenous storyteller, and he shares some of his favourite mystical stories and why he loves to tell them. HEY, DO …

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The most infamous hacks in history 50:56

9M ago50:56

50:56

What was the very first computer hack and how did it happen? Hank the Hacker takes us through some of the most infamous hacks in history and how cybersecurity has changed since. On the Millennial on the radio, we pay tribute to Matthew Perry. Plus, Ryan's horror movie marathon continues with a review of Fright Night! RUOK with AI Music? How about b…

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Understanding the updated Canada Food Price Index 1:02:16

9M ago1:02:16

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Ottawa says the price of food is going down, but is that accurate? Dr. Sylvain Charlebois, researcher and professor in food distribution and policy at Dalhousie University, helps us understand the updated Canada Food Price Index. The Shift AV Club reviews Get Out and Monsters Inc! Nutritionist Alyssa B shares her Halloween recipes and tips on how t…

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Halloween eats with Alyssa B 19:02

9M ago19:02

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Nutritionist Alyssa B shares her Halloween recipes and tips on how to stay healthy despite the swarm of candy and sugar. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune InBy Corus Radio

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What the hell should I watch this weekend? - October 26 14:47

9M ago14:47

14:47

Steve Stebbing brings us his list of Horror movies for horror pros and rookies! That and more on What the Hell Should We Watch This Weekend. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune InBy Corus Radio

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The truths, myths and power of the Mafia 1:20:05

9M ago1:20:05

1:20:05

Is the Mafia we see on TV and in movies accurate? Professor Antonio Nicaso with Queen's University has written over 40 books on the Mafia. He tells us about the history of the Mafia, what it looks like today, and the power they have. RUOK with big cats? How about vacations? Gameshowey is dressed up and ready for trick or treating! It’s the Hallowee…

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Technological World with Blaine Kyllo - October 25 14:49

9M ago14:49

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Blaine Kyllo takes us through this week's new video games and tech on the Technological World. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune InBy Corus Radio

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Finding the motivation to take care of our bodies 1:03:50

9M ago1:03:50

1:03:50

Bodybuilder and motivational speaker Big Ron Jones tells us how we can find the motivation to take care of our bodies and how to have discipline over our health. RUOK with loud music? How about hunting? Ryan’s spooky movie marathon continues with a review of Child’s Play, a movie he has been too afraid to watch since he was a kid! HEY, DO YOU LIKE …

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Understanding the geopolitics of Gaza 1:21:01

9M ago1:21:01

1:21:01

Why is there so much fighting over the Gaza Strip? James Gelvin, Professor of Modern Middle East history at the University of California, Los Angeles, helps us understand the geopolitics of Gaza, who has historically lived in the region, and how two types of nationalism lead to conflict. RUOK with senior dogs? How about the Eiffel Tower? Grammy awa…

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An interesting look at the history of bootleg music 56:09

9M ago56:09

56:09

Canadian music expert Alan Cross takes us through the history of bootleg music and gives us a sneak peek at his new true crime podcast, which will tell the stories of murder, extortion, and other crimes in the music industry. RUOK with Netflix? How about energy drinks? Can computer viruses be hidden in legitimate-looking ads? Hank the Hacker helps …

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A discovery of a long-lost shipwreck 1:04:00

9M ago1:04:00

1:04:00

A pair of Canadian Documentarians making a movie about invasive mussels accidentally discovered a long-lost shipwreck. Yvonne Drebert and Zach Melnick tell us why they were documenting the invasive species, and how they found the steamship wreck. RUOK with Wheel of Fortune? How about spicy food? It’s Flash Back Friday, and we rewind to 2003, when t…

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What the hell should I watch this weekend? - October 19 14:29

9M ago14:29

14:29

Steve Stebbing reviews Martin Scorsese's new movie, Killers of the Flower Moon, and more on What The Hell Should We Watch This Weekend! HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune InBy Corus Radio

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Why Fast Food brands are so good at marketing to children 58:17

9M ago58:17

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Dr. Frances Fleming, Director of Marketing Initiatives at Rudd Center for Food Policy and Health, tells us how Fast Food brands market to us and why they are so good at marketing to children. RUOK with bugs? How about oysters? Ryan has found the best goal song in the history of hockey, and he plays it for us on the Millennial on the Radio. HEY, DO …

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Technological World with Blaine Kyllo - October 18 15:56

9M ago15:56

15:56

Spider-Man 2 is here, and Blaine Kyllo got his hands on it early! Hear his review and more on the Technological World. HEY, DO YOU LIKE PODCASTS? Why not subscribe to ours? Find it on Apple, Google, Spotify & Tune InBy Corus Radio

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Taking some time to reflect on Good News Tuesday! 1:00:58

9M ago1:00:58

1:00:58

It’s Good News Tuesday, and we take some time to reflect and hear from you! Larry Gifford, a Shift Family member, is going in for a potentially life-changing procedure to treat his Parkinsons. He tells us what life is like with Parkinson's and how it could change after the surgery. On the World of Weird Things, Greg Fish tells us the surprising way…

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How fast-food companies get away with false advertising 1:01:30

9M ago1:01:30

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Fast food burgers rarely look like but is that false advertising? Harvard Law School Lecturer Louis Tompros tells us how Wendy's and McDonald's defeated a lawsuit that alleged their food did not come as advertised. Plus, he helps us understand how fast-food companies get away with their advertising practices. What is your super-secret fast-food ord…

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