Best Aint Got The Answers Podcasts (2024)

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Why Economists Are Sounding the Alarm on Productivity 8:43

2M ago8:43

8:43

Canada’s workforce is among the most educated in the world. But when it comes to worker productivity, we’ve seen a real slump over the past few years. The quarterly data published by StatCan in June 2024 confirms Canadian workers are continuing to underperform compared to our neighbours to the south. This comes as no surprise to this episode’s gues…

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It's Not Easy Bein' Green 49:03

3M ago49:03

49:03

We can try our best, but its not always easy knowing what's best for the environment. The world is complicated, and it isn't as simple as reduce, reuse, recycle—though that's a great place to start! In the immortal words of Kermit the Frog, "It's not easy bein' green." We have two stories exploring that theme. The first is one we made in-house aski…

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Ep 10 - Kicking it with Abel 1:19:19

4M ago1:19:19

1:19:19

Abel joins the fellas this week on the pod to talk about friendship, addiction, boyhood dreams and how to love yourself. A powerful yet engaging episode. Watch all the way through as they get into it, a mix of laughs, hard truths and triumphs.By Laughing Man Studios

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Ep 9 - Is friend or brother a more important word? 1:22:16

4M ago1:22:16

1:22:16

Peace peace, welcome to another chapter of the AIN’T GONNA LIE Podcast. Episode 9 asks the question “Is friend or brotherhood a more powerful word?” The fellas define what is a friend, what is a brother? What qualities does a good friend need to have in their opinion. They talk about their experiences, how they expect people to treat them and ask a…

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EP 8 - JUST US, "We Just Talkin!" 1:23:33

4M ago1:23:33

1:23:33

By Laughing Man Studios

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Why Food Inflation Is Such a Hard Nut to Crack 10:29

4M ago10:29

10:29

Are you feeling like it's a little bit harder to bring home the bacon... from the grocery store? The latest data indicate that food prices have mostly stabilized... but why does it feel like the cost of feeding your family is still going up? Today we're talking food inflation with StatCan's resident smart cookie Taylor Mitchell.…

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EP 7 - Since Cavemen Drew On Walls 1:21:05

5M ago1:21:05

1:21:05

What is art? It's an expression, a movement, spoken words, it's feeling, emotion, "art can be anything you want or need it to be!" Join the fellas in talking about how they see art, defining what art is to them and what they have either dabbled in or want to try their hand at in the future. Sharp, authentic and as always, full of the gems of life l…

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Ep 6 - We Got To Answer Some Questions 1:05:37

5M ago1:05:37

1:05:37

Peace peace, turn the page to another chapter, in Episode 6, the fellas answer all your questions. After 5 episodes there were a lot of questions, the fellas take the time to answer and discuss. You all know how to drum up some amazing questions! They talk about their relationship with their parents and traits they have, P-Time of course, drip tip,…

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EP 5 - Mental Health, Let's Talk About It 47:37

5M ago47:37

47:37

The fellas talk mental health on a deliberately shorter episode. Mental health is real and we all deal with it in our own way, no judgment as the guys say in the episode, we are all different in how we approach our own personal walk with vulnerability, speaking up and coping. Find your people, continue to be authentically you and try to be kind to …

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It's 8 pm...Do You Know What Your Kids Are Googling? 10:01

5M ago10:01

10:01

StatCan released new analysis into the online culture our kids are growing up in, and it’s far from the best of all possible worlds: misinformation, bullying, violence… and worse. Analyst Rachel Tsitomeneas joins us to dive into the findings.By Statistics Canada

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Ep 4 - LOVE, "Love is art in motion!" 1:16:11

5M ago1:16:11

1:16:11

Welcome back to another chapter of AIN’T GONNA LIE where the fellas discuss the all important word we all know so well…. LOVE. Love is “art in motion”. gems dropped, opinions shared and disagreed, it’s real talk around love, being loved, relationships and self love. EnjoyBy Laughing Man Studios

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Ep 3 - Social Media, The good the bad and the ugly 1:05:26

6M ago1:05:26

1:05:26

Episode 3, the next page is turned for a new chapter. The fellas talk about SOCIAL MEDIA, The good the bad and the dating apps! We live in a fast pace digital world and with the rise of phone usage exploding, with social media integrating into everyday living, the guys question if it's been a good thing or a bad and all the nuance in between. Only …

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Ep 2 - Best year of our lives, what's shaped us 1:09:59

6M ago1:09:59

1:09:59

Peace, Peace! Second episode, the next chapter is all about what has shaped the fellas into the young men they are today. They discuss dark moments, introspection, money, learning curves both the good and the bad. Hilarious anecdotes of crocs and socks, disagreements, discussing the years that have changed them, made them, embolden them, what they …

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How Do You Say "Language Revitalization" in Cree? 29:40

6M ago29:40

29:40

More than 70 distinct Indigenous languages are spoken by First Nations people, Métis and Inuit in Canada, but these languages are under threat. In this episode, we speak with Randy Morin and Belinda kakiyosēw Daniels, who share their knowledge of the Cree language with learners at the Nêhiyawak Language Experience, about the wisdom encoded in Indig…

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"Is this mic on?!" Allow us to introduce ourselves 1:06:30

6M ago1:06:30

1:06:30

Meet Ikeem, Fabian and Ron. The hosts of the new podcast, “AIN’T GONNA LIE!” Three friends, one podcast, real talk, where they play around but they ain’t gonna lie. This podcast is all about real life, what it was like growing up in New York, life challenges, having unflitered discussions covering all kinds of topics from relationships to mental he…

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Finding Balance and Self-Acceptance Through Empowered Faith 20:13

9M ago20:13

20:13

Struggling to meet the expectations set by society, our families, and ourselves can often leave us grappling with guilt and self-doubt. I'm Michelle Remington, and I invite you to join me as I share my journey through these complexities, revealing how a lens of faith can shed light on the path to balance and self-acceptance. In a world where social…

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When Out in the Pod There Arose Such a Clatter, We Turned Our Mics On to See What Was the Matter 4:09

9M ago4:09

4:09

'Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the studio Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse; The stockings were hung by the audio mixer with care, In hopes that a special guest soon would be there.By Statistics Canada

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A Little Less Misinformation, a Little More True Facts, Please 38:15

9M ago38:15

38:15

In the age of social media, AI, and deepfakes, discerning fact from fiction is a crucial skill. Nowadays, we’re not just getting our information from the six o’clock news. Friends, family, researchers, influencers, entertainers, news anchors, advertisers… Who can you trust? Timothy Caulfield, misinformation/disinformation expert, author, University…

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Parenting Style Points 39:59

10M ago39:59

39:59

Gov brings the topic of parenting styles to the table where we break down the different types and answer questions from the greatest audience in podcasts! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/diapersanddoghouses/support

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Be Friendly...Not Their Friends 36:43

10M ago36:43

36:43

Ole Clifford gets yelled at by his baby boy on Instagram lives and we discuss the seeds that were possibly planted before this ugly flower blossomed. Also questions about ADD and Christmas gifts. All on this episode of Diapers & Doghouses. Tell your friends about us! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/diapersanddoghou…

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Appreciation 41:51

10M ago41:51

41:51

Tis the season to give thanks and the boys do just that! We wish everyone a Happy Turkey Day. See you in December! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/diapersanddoghouses/support

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You've Got Questions...We've got Answers pt. 4 40:29

10M ago40:29

40:29

From T.V. Moms to Critical Race Theory. Our audience hit us from every angle. Please keep them coming. Visit our website @ www.diapersanddoghouses.com to submit feedback or questions. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/diapersanddoghouses/support

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Just Order Takeout 36:25

11M ago36:25

36:25

The guys discuss the restaurant in North GA that charged a group a bad parent surcharge of some sorts. Other topics discussed : How long will you let your child stay in the home after graduating college, books on a deserted island, & childhood toys. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/diapersanddoghouses/support…

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Protect Your Spouse 44:13

11M ago44:13

44:13

The title says it all. In pop culture, a famous couple that rhymes with Bill & Lada have become the synonym for toxic traits in a relationship. We aren't judging but the guys discuss ways to protect the person you vowed to love and to hold. Great questions from our favorite audience and as always we learned some life lessons this week. --- Support …

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G is for Grudges 34:27

11M ago34:27

34:27

The guys discuss grudges and how they can hurt relationships. Great questions came in from the audience (as always) As soon as we started recording, the Braves started the comeback against the Phillies! You're welcome, Atlanta! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/diapersanddoghouses/support…

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FALLing in Love 31:53

12M ago31:53

31:53

Time to give your A/C a break as we FALL into the Autumn season. The guys discuss ideas for fall activities you can do with the family. Dreek discusses "crazy" people and we received an audience questions that got us excited! Thanks for listening and tell a friend about us! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/diapersan…

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Stranded with Starbucks 37:33

12M ago37:33

37:33

Do you choose to hop on a flight while your spouse gets Starbucks knowing that getting said Starbucks will run the risk of missing the flight? The guys discuss! Great questions from the greatest audience in the world! Worst movie we've ever seen and when did we know our spouse was the one? We love you guys! --- Support this podcast: https://podcast…

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Tyler Aint Lying 37:06

12M ago37:06

37:06

The boys are back in town (via zoom) and we discuss the recent conversation brought up by Tyler Perry regarding black women settling with a man who makes lesser money than her. We also answer questions from THE BEST AUDIENCE IN THE WORLD! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/diapersanddoghouses/support…

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A Conversation with A Dietitian 36:38

1y ago36:38

36:38

Dreek has a productive conversation with an informative dietitian who is tasked with revamping the menus our kids eat at school. We discuss everything from tips for new parents to 600 lb Life. Search for K-12 Culinary Connection on social media and follow for possible meal idea for the kiddos. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.co…

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Bring Back Uptons 39:25

1y ago39:25

39:25

The guys travel down memory lane while discussing healthy vs unhealthy relationships, alternative to screen time for the kiddos, and answering questions from the best podcast audience in the world. Follow us on all social medias! and check out our website www.diapersanddoghouses.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/…

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Good Grief 34:51

1y ago34:51

34:51

Dreek speaks on the passing of his grandmother and Gov gives an update on his 1st couple of weeks of school before we discuss a recent news article about anti-divorce tips and answering questions from our wonderful audience. If you like what you hear, spread the word about our podcast. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/sh…

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I Got 99 Problems But Being Misgendered on the Census Ain't One 33:30

1y ago33:30

33:30

Ladies, Gentlemen, and Gentlethem! While every census is special, the 2021 Census was historic. It was the first to include a question about gender, making Canada the first country to collect and publish data on gender diversity from a national census. In this episode, we explore gender with drag king Cyril Cinder and we talk Census 2021 with StatC…

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Back 2 School 49:24

1y ago49:24

49:24

Gov & The Host That Weighs The Most spends a bulk of the show giving tips and advice to parents with kids heading back to school over the next few weeks. Whether it's Pre-K or College, we feel that just a reminder of these tips can be beneficial. We also answer two questions from the audience about partaking in the partakables with your spouse and …

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You've Got Questions...We've got DELAYED Answers pt. 3 35:34

1y ago35:34

35:34

Please visit our website at www.diapersanddoghouses.com and submit questions to the podcast (following the instructions on the website). This episode we dig into our email that's been sitting stagnant for over 2 years and answer great questions sent in by our D&D Tribe. We also discuss YBA's preparation for his student's new school year and Dreek t…

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Life Got In The Way 45:08

1y ago45:08

45:08

Back to our scheduled programming! After a 2 & a half year commercial break, the guys return with what's been happening in their lives. From losses to doctorates, all bases are covered. We learn more about Dr. Gov and preview what Season 2 has in store. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/diapersanddoghouses/support…

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Will the 40 Millionth Canadian Please Stand Up? 18:13

1y ago18:13

18:13

Canada reached an important milestone June 16, 2023. For the first time, there were 40 million people living in Canada. That means that someone out there is the 40 millionth Canadian. But who is it? Laurent Martel, director of the Centre for Demography at Statistics Canada, joins us to explore what demographic data can tell us about this person, as…

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In a Movie About the Economy, Is Inflation the Bad Guy? 13:13

1+ y ago13:13

13:13

StatCan’s Consumer Price Index tells us a lot about the economy… if you know what to look for. Guy Gellatly, Chief Economic Advisor at StatCan, joins us at the mic to break down the CPI and answer our questions about the economy. What’s the ideal inflation rate? Is no inflation the best kind of inflation? And what is a deflationary spiral?…

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032: Breakthrough Sessions - Reclaiming Your Identity 38:11

1+ y ago38:11

38:11

Have you been struggling with negative thoughts, loads of negative self talk, anxiety, fear, shame, overwhelm and just really feeling bad about yourself and just not really liking yourself anymore? This episode is for you today. Struggling with our thoughts and emotions has become a normal part of life. Yet, it was never meant to be. Jesus wants us…

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Green Houses, Not Gases 25:28

2y ago25:28

25:28

Canada is facing both a climate crisis and a housing crisis, and they are interconnected. Choices we make about our homes impact the environment: their location and how much we need to use a car to get around, the heat source that they use, the materials used in their construction. At the same time, the climate impacts our homes: when severe weathe…

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Why Haven't We Ended Poverty Yet? 33:58

2y ago33:58

33:58

It used to be that Statistics Canada didn’t measure poverty. Not exactly. Poverty is complex, and there wasn't a single definition that everyone agreed on. So while StatCan did measure low income and other income inequality indicators, it didn't measure poverty per se. That is, until 2018, when the government chose to use the Market Basket Measure,…

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Sylvia Ostry: Lessons from a Legend 32:00

2y ago32:00

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If this is the first time you’re hearing about Sylvia Ostry, buckle up. Sylvia was appointed Canada’s first and only female Chief Statistician in 1972, but she didn’t get there by playing by the rules. She was ambitious but grew up in a world where many thought that it was shameful to be female and have a career. Sylvia was a Jewish woman in econom…

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Dude, Where's my Semiconductor? 23:00

2+ y ago23:00

23:00

As the effects of the pandemic continue into its second year, we have all had to make adjustments with the way we go about our daily lives. We have seen plenty of service disruptions, closures of services and delays due to semiconductor scarcities, inclement weather or shifts in supply and demand. But what is the real cause of these disruptions and…

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Doctor's Appointment? There's an App for That! 35:42

2+ y ago35:42

35:42

Healthcare is a privilege that Canadians value greatly. However, virtual healthcare was a rarity before COVID-19. Immediately after the pandemic hit in March 2020, Canadians were forced to rethink how they access healthcare. Appointments that would usually have happened in an office were suddenly taking place by phone or video chat. Now, two years …

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Created Equal 26:52

2+ y ago26:52

26:52

Canada’s diversity and rich cultural heritage have been shaped by the people who have come from all over the world to call it home. But even in our multicultural society, eliminating all forms of discrimination remains a challenge. In this episode, we turn a critical eye to the ways that cognitive bias risks perpetuating systemic racism. Statistics…

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Trailer 2:33

2+ y ago2:33

2:33

Check out what's coming up in Season 2 of Eh Sayers and make sure to subscribe so you don't miss a thing.By Statistics Canada

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Why Should You Care About Inflation? 22:39

2+ y ago22:39

22:39

The COVID-19 pandemic has had an undeniable impact on the way that we spend money. Documenting these shifts in spending patterns is crucial to decision making and providing Canadians with timely and accurate information on consumer price changes. The Consumer Price Index (CPI) is the most widely used indicator of consumer price change and inflation…

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031: Even If: Healing After Tragedy 38:33

2+ y ago38:33

38:33

Worth It! Show: Equipping Christian women to thrive by breaking the cycle of anxiety, fear and shame for good! Episode 031: Even If: Healing After Tragedy When bad things happen it's easy to rely on coping mechanisms and go into survival mode just to make it through. However, most times the coping mechanisms and survival mode mentality can easily b…

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Who Wins and Who Loses in the Gig Economy? 30:47

2+ y ago30:47

30:47

The last episode of Season 1 of Eh Sayers focusses on the growing market of gigs and their place in an ever-changing landscape of job flexibility and/or instability. What are the socio-economic benefits and drawbacks of a gig worker and how are they affected by COVID-19? As more people work remotely and the workday structure changes due to the pand…

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The Craft of Crafting in Canada 23:12

2+ y ago23:12

23:12

The age old practice of working with one’s hands in skill and time honoured endeavors has seen a resurgence during the pandemic as people seek out ways of keeping busy, exploring a fleeting interest or honing their skills on a professional level. But there’s much more to it, according to Maegen Black, director of the Canadian Crafts Federation. We …

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Unravelling: Impacts of COVID-19 on Canadian Families 49:34

3y ago49:34

49:34

The pandemic presented a long list of threats to the mental and physical well-being of children, parents and educators across the nation. To move towards the end of the pandemic and a return to normalcy, difficult choices such as closing schools had to be made by policy-makers. With our guest Dr. Kelley Zwicker, a pediatric doctor at CHEO, we discu…

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