Best Meredith Explains Podcasts (2024)

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How Canadian Banks Are Using AI Today 45:43

2M ago45:43

45:43

Banks have been using machine learning and data science for a long time. But Eric Morrow, BMO's Managing Director of the bank's Enterprise Data Science & AI group, believes new advances in AI tech are expanding the range of what can be done. On this episode, he explains how Canadian banks are using AI, what the limitations are, and how AI gets adop…

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Why This Investor Thinks The Loonie Could Fall To 50 Cents 35:35

3M ago35:35

35:35

Jean-François Tardif, president of Timelo Investment Management, sees the Canadian and American economies diverging and thinks it could lead to the loonie falling to 50 cents against the U.S. dollar. In this episode, he explains why he believes that's a likely outcome, why Canada's currency is becoming detached from commodity prices, and how these …

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Tyler Meredith Explains How Budgets Get Made 42:34

3M ago42:34

42:34

Tyler Meredith has been one of the driving forces behind no fewer than six federal budgets and served as the top economic advisor to Prime Minister Trudeau and two finance ministers, so he knows a thing or two about how budgets are made. Today he joins us to explain how exactly the federal government's budget (like the one released last week) is pu…

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Why Statistics Canada Doesn't Know How Rich People Are 29:09

3M ago29:09

29:09

Our official statistics dramatically underestimate how rich the richest Canadians are. That's the finding of a new report by Dan Skilleter at Social Capital Partners, a think tank that studies Canada's economy. In fact, when it comes to wealth inequality, Canada isn't much more equal than the United States. Dan joins us today to detail what he foun…

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Best Of: Why Public Transit In Canada (Mostly) Sucks 49:33

3M ago49:33

49:33

If you want to make yourself mad about the state of transportation in Canada, all you have to do is go to Europe. Anyone who’s made the trip can tell you that in almost every European country, it’s faster, more convenient, and more comfortable to take public transportation than it is here. And the same is true now in many parts of Asia—places that …

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Episode 43: Meet Valerie – Lesser Known Sister of Adam Sandler 7:50

4M ago7:50

7:50

Meet ⁠Valerie Sandler⁠, the lesser-known sister of actor Adam Sandler, and discover the intriguing story of her life away from the spotlight. Explore the unique bond between siblings and learn about Valerie's journey growing up in the shadow of her famous brother. Gain insight into Valerie's experiences and see how she has carved her own path in th…

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How Batteries Work And The Innovation That Could Make Them Better 49:07

4M ago49:07

49:07

If the world is going to pull off a clean energy transition, we need way more batteries. And we need them to be more efficient, more affordable, and more powerful. That's where Dr. Michael Metzger and the Canadian Battery Innovation Centre at Dalhouse University come in. They're working at the cutting edge of battery technology, and on this episode…

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How Indigenous Communities Are Taking A Stake In Canada's Economy 47:55

4M ago47:55

47:55

Indigenous communities were more or less shut out of fully participating in Canada's economy for centuries, but that is beginning to change. Quietly, First Nations and Indigenous communities across Canada are beginning to take ownership stakes in major clean energy, resource development, and infrastructure projects. But this isn't happening without…

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Best Of: Why The World Is Embracing Industrial Policy 45:26

4M ago45:26

45:26

This episode originally aired on October 17, 2023. Many of us have a vague sense of what industrial policy means, and we might even have an opinion about the specific forms it can take. But that fuzziness around even the definition of industrial policy has made studying it — and learning what makes industrial policy succeed and fail — difficult. Dr…

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The World's Big Election Year (And What It Means For Canada) 56:27

4M ago56:27

56:27

It's a big year for elections, with voters heading to the polls in 64 countries representing nearly half of the world's population. How some of those votes turn out will have a major impact on Canada. In this episode, Graeme Thompson, senior analyst with Eurasia Group's Global Macro-Geopolitics practice, joins us to break down what's happening in e…

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Meet The Canadian Chip Company Challenging The Big Players 52:31

5M ago52:31

52:31

The semiconductor industry is dominated by giant companies like TSMC, Intel, and Nvidia. But more and more startups are beginning to emerge in the space, and one promising example is based Canada. Untether AI is a specialized chipmaker focusing on applications where energy efficiency and speed are critical. To date, it's raised more than $200 milli…

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What We Can Learn From Tokyo About How To Build Great Cities 54:59

5M ago54:59

54:59

By The Peak

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The Case For A Bull Market 51:30

5M ago51:30

51:30

BMO Capital Markets Chief Investment Strategist Brian Belski feels pretty good about where the stock market is headed this year. He joins us on this episode of Free Lunch to explain why he's bullish, the sectors and stocks he likes right now, and why he thinks turning off the news is one of the best things you can do for your portfolio. ----- Links…

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Will The Sports Streaming Bundle Kill Cable? 38:05

5M ago38:05

38:05

Adam Seaborn from Playmaker Capital joins us to talk about recently announced plans by Disney, Fox, and Warner Bros. to launch a sports streaming bundle, what it means for the sports media business, and who wins and who loses when streaming takes over the sports world. Plus: What makes the NFL such a great television product? ----- Links: More epis…

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Episode 42: Mastering The Power of Critical Thinking 7:59

6M ago7:59

7:59

The term “Cruciais,” also known as critical thinking skills, encapsulates the cognitive abilities that allow individuals to objectively analyze and evaluate information, ultimately leading to logical and rational decisions.

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How Companies Are Responding To New Supply Chain Shocks 48:39

5M ago48:39

48:39

New year, new supply chain disruptions. Between conflicts in the Middle East impacting shipping in the Red Sea, drought paralyzing the Panama Canal, or the ongoing war in Ukraine, we are not done with supply chain disruptions just because the pandemic is behind us. Polly Mitchell-Guthrie is with Kinaxis, a Canada-based supply-chain management platf…

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Why Does It Cost So Much To Build Housing 42:21

6M ago42:21

42:21

One of the big factors driving our housing affordability crisis is that it's become much more expensive to build new housing than it used to be. But why? To get an overview of what's driving growth in housing costs, we're joined by Russell Hixson, the editor of SiteNews, a trade outlet covering Canada's construction sector. 2:12 - What it costs to …

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Episode 41: Explaining Key Features, Benefits, and Why To Chose HQ-Potner 10:25

6M ago10:25

10:25

If you’ve been wondering about HQPotner, what is HQPotner, and how it can supercharge your productivity, you’ve come to the right place. We’re here to dive into the exciting universe of HQPotner, unpacking its key features, benefits, and how it works.

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The Tech Revolution Happening In Brain Health 53:01

6M ago53:01

53:01

There are a lot of exciting developments happening in the neurotechnology space that could dramatically improve how we detect, prevent, and treat cognitive decline and conditions like dementia and diseases like Alzheimer's. On this episode, one of the world's foremost neuroscientists, Dr. Allison Sekuler, joins us to talk about her work in this fie…

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Economic Lessons From 2023 For The Year Ahead 24:54

6M ago24:54

24:54

This time last year, not many people were predicting the economy would look like it does today. Many big name economists predicted that we would need to endure years of high unemployment to get inflation back down to a more manageable level. So why were those forecasts so off? And what lessons should we draw from what happened last year to inform o…

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Episode 40: Learn Everything About Who Is Zak Bagans Sister Meredith 7:41

6M ago7:41

7:41

Exploring the life of Meredith Bagans, the less-familiar sibling of the famed paranormal investigator and TV personality Zak Bagans, reveals a captivating narrative. Meredith has skillfully kept her life away from public attention, maintaining a notably low profile.

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Where The Housing Market Is Headed In 2024 1:01:36

6M ago1:01:36

1:01:36

And we're back for 2024. On this episode, Daniel Foch, real estate investor and co-host of the Canadian Real Estate Investor Podcast, joins us to break down the state of Canada's housing market heading into 2024 and his bets for the year to come. 5:46 - The three possible scenarios ahead of us 8:26 - What a soft landing in the economy means for hou…

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Episode 39: Unblocked Games - The Ultimate Guide to Gaming Without Limits 9:58

7M ago9:58

9:58

Do you love playing online games but hate the restrictions imposed by your school or workplace network? Do you wish you could access the most popular and fun games on the web without limitations? If yes, then you are in luck. Check out these Unblocked Games Premium in detail.

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Our predictions for 2024 40:06

7M ago40:06

40:06

The Free Lunch gang and Brett Chang from The Peak Daily podcast see how their forecasts from last year fared and make some new calls for the year to come. Thanks for listening, and see you back in the new year. Links: More episodes of Free Lunch by The Peak: https://readthepeak.com/shows/free-lunch Follow Taylor on Twitter: @taylorscollon Follow Sa…

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How Craft Breweries Invent New Beers 47:44

7M ago47:44

47:44

Adin Wener is one of the owners and founders of Henderson Brewing Company, one of the largest craft breweries in Toronto, and he joins us today to explain the ins-and-outs of the craft beer business, from supply to chains to hardware innovation to product development. 3:10 - What is Henderson Brewing and how did it grow? 7:11 - Why craft beer boome…

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Episode 38: MP3juice - Is This MP3 Downloader Legal? Its Features And Alternatives 12:37

7M ago12:37

12:37

In this exciting journey through the world of digital music, we’re going to break it all down for you! We’ll explore what Mp3juices is, delve into its features, discuss its legality, teach you how to use its MP3 downloader like a pro, highlight some alternatives, and reveal the potential drawbacks.

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How To Sell a Province with Vic Fedeli 35:53

7M ago35:53

35:53

As Ontario's Minister of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade, Vic Fedeli has been front and centre for some of the largest investments in the province's history happening in clean tech. He joins us today to talk about how he thinks about industrial policy, what it takes to attract businesses to the province, and why he thinks the big bets …

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Brian Armstrong On The Future of Crypto 28:42

8M ago28:42

28:42

Crypto has been through a challenging period, with the sharp decline of prices in DeFI and NFT markets, the collapse of FTX, and Binance's CEO facing criminal charges. But with Bitcoin on a sustained rise, there are signs that the crypto winter may be ending. Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong joins us to talk about what's next for the industry and his l…

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Episode 37: Jesse Eisenberg Sister Kerri Who Shines on Her Own 8:39

8M ago8:39

8:39

Explore the diverse talents of Kerri Eisenberg, a renowned artist and activist in the world of arts and entertainment. Partnering with her brother Jesse, she shines as an actor, acting coach, drag and circus performer, screenwriter, songwriter, and model.

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What The OpenAI Shakeup Means For AI 58:38

8M ago58:38

58:38

Jeremie Harris, co-founder of AI safety research company Gladstone AI, joins us to explain the fallout from the OpenAI board shakeup, what it means for the AI space, and the implications for work on AI safety. 2:37 - What went down at OpenAI 7:19 - What this means for Microsoft 9:00 - Winners & losers post-shakeup 11:04 - The conflict between the A…

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Free Lunch Goes Deep On Competition In Canada: Part 2 38:09

8M ago38:09

38:09

In a lot of ways, the economy we have is created by our laws. That may seem obvious, but it’s easy to forget that when you’re just going about your business, all those little daily transactions happen with a larger framework. Things like how much the stuff you buy costs and what people get paid are, to a great extent, determined by the laws we make…

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Episode 36: Exploring Isabella: Kerry Washington’s Daughter with Nnamdi Asomugha 8:42

8M ago8:42

8:42

Dive into the life of ⁠Isabella⁠, as we explore the captivating journey of Kerry Washington and Nnamdi Asomugha's beloved daughter. You can read the full article at Tad Toper's website for more information.

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Free Lunch Goes Deep On Competition In Canada: Part 1 48:06

8M ago48:06

48:06

In a lot of ways, the economy we have is created by our laws. That may seem obvious, but it’s easy to forget that when you’re just going about your business, all those little daily transactions happen with a larger framework. Things like how much the stuff you buy costs and what people get paid are, to a great extent, determined by the laws we make…

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What's Next For Electric Vehicles 47:27

9M ago47:27

47:27

Two things are true: Electric vehicles have never been better, and the vast majority of people in Canada (and the US) still aren't buying them. So what's going on? Has the EV transition hit a roadblock or are these natural growing pains that will get worked out in time? And how are the automakers factoring all this into their plans for the future? …

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Episode 35: A Closer Look at Kate Connelly: Her Career, Marriage to Bobby Flay, and Motherhood 7:43

9M ago7:43

7:43

Get to know Kate Connelly, the woman who captured Bobby Flay's heart, as we unveil her career, marriage, and her cherished role as a mother. Learn more here

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Best Of: Is Canada's Immigration System Broken? 40:16

9M ago40:16

40:16

This episode originally aired in July 2023. Canada's population is growing quickly. Really quickly. Last month, we surpassed the 40 million mark, and we're growing faster than any other G7 country. Between 2016 and 2021, Canada has grown twice as quickly as the US. And the reason for that growth is simple: Immigration. Of the growth we saw in 2022,…

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How Retailers Are Adapting To The Inflation Era 51:10

9M ago51:10

51:10

The cost-of-living pressure created by high inflation and rising interest rates hurt consumers, of course. But it's also creating headaches for many retailers. In this episode, Marty Weintraub, leader of Deloitte's National Retail Consulting practice in Canada, joins us to explain the many ways that the cost-of-living squeeze Canadians are feeling …

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Episode 34: Injustice and Tragedy: Ryan Waller's Ordeal 7:42

9M ago7:42

7:42

In the heartbreaking story of Ryan Waller, tragedy and injustice collide. His life's journey is a testament to strength and the enduring impact of injustice and death.

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Why The World Is Embracing Industrial Policy 45:26

9M ago45:26

45:26

Many of us have a vague sense of what industrial policy means, and we might even have an opinion about the specific forms it can take. But that fuzziness around even the definition of industrial policy has made studying it — and learning what makes industrial policy succeed and fail — difficult. Dr. Réka Juhász is trying to change that. Through her…

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What Do The Autoworker Unions Want From The Big Three 38:38

9M ago38:38

38:38

A lot of the big trends in the economy right now are converging in the auto sector, and the negotiations over new contracts for autoworkers at the Big Three carmakers: Ford, GM, and Stellantis. You’ve got the conflict between workers and employers over wages, and some evidence that workers may have more leverage than they’ve had in a long time. You…

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Episode 33: Elevate Your Instagram Game with Dumpor's Story Viewer 10:15

10M ago10:15

10:15

Unlock the secrets of Dumpor and enjoy a whole new way of watching Instagram stories. Say goodbye to limitations and hello to limitless viewing.

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Canada's Looming Succession Problem 41:49

10M ago41:49

41:49

76% of people who own small-to-medium-sized businesses are planning to retire within the next decade. What happens when they call it quits? Who will take over those businesses, if anyone? What will happen to the people they employ? These are all pressing questions, but the vast majority of small business owners in Canada do not have a succession pl…

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Why Public Transit In Canada (Mostly) Sucks 49:33

10M ago49:33

49:33

If you want to make yourself mad about the state of transportation in Canada, all you have to do is go to Europe. Anyone who’s made the trip can tell you that in almost every European country, it’s faster, more convenient, and more comfortable to take public transportation than it is here. And the same is true now in many parts of Asia—places that …

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Unpacking Canada's Confusing Job Market 56:31

10M ago56:31

56:31

Canada’s job market is confusing right now. On one hand, unemployment is still near record lows, last month’s job numbers from StatsCan exceeded expectations, and wages are finally starting to increase faster than inflation. But... Our population is growing so quickly that we actually added more people in July than the 40,000 jobs that were created…

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What's Driving Ontario's Nuclear Renaissance 37:58

10M ago37:58

37:58

If you look at a chart of global nuclear energy output over time, what you see is hockey-stick growth from the mid-1960s through the mid-1990s—and then nothing. After growing from zero to around 2600 THw, we just stopped building more of it. But that’s starting to change. Around the world, new nuclear projects are starting up, and plants scheduled …

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Episode 32: Trails Carolina Incident: The Mysterious Death of Alec Lansing 9:21

11M ago9:21

9:21

Uncover the unsettling story of Alec Lansing's death at Trails Carolina. Explore the Nantahala National Forest incident that left everyone searching for answers.

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Best Of: A Disturbing Conversation About AI 1:05:22

11M ago1:05:22

1:05:22

This episode originally aired on April 4, 2023. In the past six months, publicly-available artificial intelligence models have advanced from an interesting toy to, with the launch of ChatGPT-4, something altogether different. The new version of OpenAI's language model can write reasonably good code, pass standardized tests like the LSAT with flying…

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What We Can Learn About Meta's News Block From Europe 52:58

11M ago52:58

52:58

The Online News Act, or Bill C-18, has already radically changed how Canadians get their news. First and foremost, we can no longer get it on Facebook or Instagram. Google may be the next to go, depending on what the final regulations look like. But Canada isn't the first country to attempt to bring in regulations like C-18. Several European countr…

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Episode 31: Beyond the Game - Angel Reese Net Worth and Success Story 13:24

11M ago13:24

13:24

Beyond the basketball court, Angel Reese net worth is making headlines. Join us as we explore the financial milestones in her life, from NCAA triumphs to lucrative endorsements. Listen to this audio podcast or you can read the full article based on Angel Reese net worth on the Tad Toper Website.

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How To Invest When The Economy Is This Confusing 36:38

11M ago36:38

36:38

A recession is coming. A soft landing is around the corner. Inflation is here to stay. Inflation is transitory. Rates are going to stay elevated indefinitely. Central banks are going to cut rates soon. These are all messages that investors have heard at some point over the past two years or so, as every new bit of economic data seems to bring new f…

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