Best Virtual Quiz Podcasts (2025)

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Should pickup trucks rule the road? Is the customer always right? 37:01

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We’re revving up the humour when we decide if pickup trucks are the best kind of vehicle. Then, we’re making the call on whether the customer is always correct. Featuring: Katie Ellen-Humphries, Dan Taylor, Yumi Nagashima and Faris Hytiaa.

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The thermal battery transforming cold storage for India’s dairy farmers 40:37

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In 2007 Sam White, co-founder of Promethean Power Systems, was traveling through India looking for a rural electrification problem to solve. He and his team had just won a $10,000 grant in an MIT competition, and they wanted to find an industry in India that needed their help. After looking at the sugar industry and the grape industry, they finally…

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Are podcasts superior to music? Are date nights the key to a good relationship? 32:29

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It's full stream ahead when we pit podcasts against music. Then, we go to town on whether date nights should be crucial to every couple. Featuring: Erica Sigurdson, Myles Anderson, Kyle Brownrigg, and Kate Davis. We value your input. Fill out our listener questionnaire here!

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Should curling be Canada’s national sport? Is Canada's Thanksgiving better than America's? 39:38

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We’ve got a stone cold debate on whether curling should be Canada’s national sport. Then, who dishes out a better Thanksgiving, Canadians or Americans? Featuring: John Cullen, Elvira Kurt, Clifton Cremo, and Nathan Macintosh. Fill out our listener survey here. We appreciate your input!

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Does Botox Make You Scientifically Less Happy? 9:27

14d ago9:27

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James Cutler asks 10 of the most interesting quiz questions you'll hear this month! Including: Rain Predictions! Heavy Animals! Estate Agency Terminology! 10 quick questions to start your day off with a mental boost. Learn something new, remember something you used to know, keep the brain firing on all cylinders! Find out if doing too much botox ma…

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This VC wants climate tech to play hardball in Washington 48:46

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Clean energy founders love to talk about technology, capital, and scale. But few are prepared for the fourth pillar of success: government. Shomik Dutta, a co-founder and managing partner at Overture VC, learned that lesson firsthand after a career that spanned Obama’s White House, private equity, and venture capital. His takeaway: “If you’re not a…

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Is meeting the parents important? And is Victoria, BC cool? 37:36

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We’re deciding if meeting the parents is a major milestone, and whether Victoria, BC has the cool factor. Featuring: Syd Bosel, Abdul Aziz, Ivan Decker, and Katie-Ellen Humphries. Fill out our listener survey here. We appreciate your input!

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Tricks by Ellen Hopkins 41:55

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Send us a text Wendy and Amy discuss America's current most banned author, Ellen Hopkins, and her gritty young adult novel, Tricks. We talk about a book so banned, British customs worked to keep it out; the benefits of reading a book with so many difficult topics; Hopkins' brilliant writing style; and a Peachy Prosecco Cocktail. Pop a cork to reads…

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Does Velcro beat laces? Do dress codes at work matter? 35:02

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We have a fasten-ating debate on Velcro vs. laces, then, we get down to business when we discuss dress codes at work. Featuring: Lisa Baker, Sean Cullen, Chad Anderson, and Brittany Lyseng.

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Shortening the nuclear development cycle from decades to years 47:51

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For decades, nuclear has struggled with cost overruns and delays — Georgia’s Vogtle plant being the latest example. Kairos Power co-founder and CEO Mike Laufer thinks the solution is to flip the script: focus first on non-nuclear demonstrations and then iterate quickly. It’s a counterintuitive and potentially risky strategy . Rapid iteration isn’t …

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Is wireless better than wired? And do you actually need a driver’s license? 34:40

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We’re deciding if Bluetooth just makes you blue, and if everyone should be driven to get a driver’s license. Featuring: Arthur Simeon, Matt Falk, Jackie Pirico, and Derek Edwards.

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Should married couples renew their vows? And is living up North worth it? 34:36

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We’re deciding if it makes sense to say “I do” all over again, and whether we should give living in the North the cold shoulder. Featuring: Charlie Demers, Erica Sigurdson, Gavin Clarkson, and Quincy Thomas.

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The sunk cost dilemma 32:35

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Deep into engineering studies for Project Cormorant, 8 Rivers' massive low-carbon ammonia facility, the team discovered new efficiencies that would create a safer, more advanced version of their hydrogen technology. But there was one problem: they'd already invested heavily in the current design. CEO Damian Beauchamp faced a classic dilemma. Should…

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Is 20 Years a long time? And do names need to have meaning? 35:38

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It’s the premiere of our 20th season! So we’re asking: Is 20 years a long time? Then, what’s in a name? We’re deciding if these signifiers need significance. Featuring: Derek Seguin, Lara Rae, Ola Dada, and Wes Borg.

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Forever by Judy Blume 37:15

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Send us a text Wendy and Amy discuss a much-loved teen classic Forever by Judy Blume. We discuss Ernest Hemingway, teen sex, naming conventions of certain anatomy, and, of course, our Maple Fizz cocktail. Pop a cork to books about first love and first times that stick with you forever. Ingredients for Today's Maple Fizz Prosecco Cocktail: 2 tsp map…

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The Most Useful 8 Minutes Of Your Day! | 10 of the best general knowledge quiz questions 8:03

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Pringles! | TV shows from the future! | The Moon! Does it get any better than this? 10 stellar quiz questions jam-packed in to 8 minutes. Plus a terrible joke, which perhaps this month is worse than usual. We'll be back with more trivia goodness soon - with an exciting project on the horizon! --- Created and Presented by James at Quiz Coconut. Musi…

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20 Years of Debates: An Anniversary Special! 35:21

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For the start of our 20th season, we're giving you a behind-the-scenes interview with our host Steve Patterson and Richard Side, creator of The Debaters! We'll be bringing you some of our most unforgettable debates, hearing from your favourite comedians, and getting the facts behind the funny!

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John Hickenlooper’s optimism in the face of opposition 34:22

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Three years ago this month, the Inflation Reduction Act passed, marking the largest investment in climate policy in U.S. history. It included over $300 billion to address global warming and was expected to unlock nearly $3 trillion in private investment by 2032. But then came Donald Trump. Over the last eight months, the Trump administration has wo…

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Is it silly to hold a grudge? And does a kitchen party beat a shed party? 35:47

2M ago35:47

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Should you never hold a grudge? Get ready for the ultimate grudge match! Then, a pair of East Coast comedians refuse to play second fiddle when they decide if kitchen parties are superior to shed parties. Featuring: Elvira Kurt, Arthur Simeon, Ryan Dillon, and Nikki Payne.

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The rogue idea that saved a hydrogen startup 38:07

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In 2022, Zach Jones learned that his technical team at Graphitic Energy was secretly working nights and weekends on an unsanctioned approach to producing clean hydrogen from natural gas. It was an approach that abandoned the technology Zach and the company had spent years developing. And Zach wasn’t happy. With investors to answer to and a pilot pl…

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META This! Ep.9: The Future of Robotics: Insights from Yarek Niedbala of KUKA Robotics 36:23

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Hosted by Stefan Guttensohn In this expansive episode, we’re joined by Yarek Niedbala, Vice President of Technology Advancement at KUKA Robotics, a global leader in industrial automation. Together with host Stefan Guttensohn, Yarek unpacks what defines a robot, how collaborative robots (co-bots) are disrupting the industry, and how emerging ecosyst…

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META This! Ep.8: Exploring Digital Fashion in the Metaverse: An Interview with Amber Bezahler of Muus Collective 25:25

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🎮👗 Fashion, gaming, and the future of digital identity collide in this insightful episode. Amber Bezahler, co-founder and co-CEO of Muus Collective, joins host David Schnider to explore how digital fashion and immersive platforms are shaping the next evolution of ecommerce and self-expression. From Roblox and Fortnite to emerging Web3 ecosystems, A…

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META This! Ep.7: Gamers, Heads Up! Nightdive & Atari are Bringing Back Lost Classic Games 26:12

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In Episode 7 of META This!, host David Schnider is joined by Larry Kuperman, Director of Business Development at Nightdive Studios—now part of Atari—for a deep and engaging conversation about preserving the past to power the future of gaming. Larry walks us through: How Nightdive identifies, licenses, and remasters classic games The importance of S…

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META This! Ep.6: Virtual Reality is Where the Young Spend their Time & their Allowance! Fortnite = $3B a Year 30:23

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In Episode 6 of META This!, host David Schnider welcomes Morgan Linton, CTO and co-founder of Bold Metrics, for a deep dive into how Gen Z is shaping the Metaverse—and spending billions doing it. Topics include: Why Fortnite generates $3B annually from virtual outfits How kids now prefer their allowance in Robux over real dollars What 3D and VR com…

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Meta This! Ep.5: Does Your Employer Own Your Invention? Take The Quiz 32:34

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In Episode 5 of META This!, registered patent attorney Adam Diament challenges entertainment attorney Ted Nguyen with a pop quiz on common patent law myths—testing how much even seasoned lawyers know about IP ownership. This episode dives into: What a utility patent actually protects Whether your employer can own your invention The difference betwe…

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META This! Ep.4: The Voice Sings a Virtual Tune in the Metaverse 37:06

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In Episode 4 of META This!, David Schnider is joined by Justin Hochberg, CEO of Virtual Brand Group, to break down how global franchises like The Voice and Barbie are stepping into the metaverse. They cover: Building a virtual theme park for The Voice in Decentraland Designing gamified fashion for Barbie in Roblox Why social interaction—not gaming—…

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META This! Ep.3: David Talks Metaverse with Jason Fader, also ChatGPT, NFTs, & the Game Industry’s Future 31:47

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In Episode 3 of META This!, host David sits down with Jason Fader—senior game developer and CEO of Iocaine Studios—for a deep dive into the Metaverse, its evolving platforms, and the technologies driving its growth. They unpack how platforms like Roblox and VRChat are building digital communities, the future of cross-platform NFTs, and how generati…

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META This! Ep.2: Attorney Stefan Guttensohn Demystifies the Metaverse & Web 3.0 with Will Wong, Partner at DAP Capital & NFT Investment Fund 50:07

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In Episode 2 of META This!, host Stefan Guttensohn welcomes Will Wong—serial entrepreneur and general partner at DAP Capital—to break down the core concepts shaping the next evolution of the internet: Web3, blockchain, NFTs, and the metaverse. Together, they explore decentralization, digital identity, immersive experiences, and how creators, brands…

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META This! Ep.1: Justin Hochberg Delves into his Successful Launch of Brands in the Metaverse 25:24

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In the first episode of Meta This!—a new series from Nolan Heimann’s LOOK.legal podcast—partner David Schnider is joined by Justin Hochberg, CEO of Virtual Brand Group and one of the leading voices in metaverse brand strategy. They dive into what the metaverse actually is (and isn’t), how platforms like Roblox and Fortnite are already shaping cultu…

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The Hate You Give by Angie Thomas 44:33

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Send us a text Wendy and Amy discuss The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas while sipping a Watermelon Prosecco Cocktail. We tackle tough topics like police violence, media spin and how difficult stories continue to teach important lessons. Pop a cork to books that make you stop, think, reflect, and grow. Ingredients for Today's Watermelon Prosecco Cockta…

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Become More Interesting! Here are 10 of the best Quiz Questions to remember 9:52

3M ago9:52

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Liverpool FC! | Transport! | Air Conditioning! We're back with ten more cracking quiz questions. Remember these and instantly become more interesting and fascinating to be around! Here monthly for the time being. With audio challenges and a bad joke, we strive to make this pod the most memorable ten minutes of your day! --- Created and Presented by…

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Is moving for love a good idea? And is it better to be a jack of all trades or a master of one? 37:38

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We’re bringing you a moving debate on whether it’s always great to move for love, and hammering it home when a jack of all trades takes on a master of one. Featuring: Isabel Zaw-Tun, Paul Myrehaug, Chad Anderson, and Graham Chittenden.

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Sold by Patricia McCormick 42:37

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Send us a text Wendy and Amy discuss Sold by Patricia McCormick and sip a Frozen Lemon Fizzer prosecco cocktail. We talk about the horrific reality of child sex slavery, gender dynamics and women as property. Pop a cork to the strength of a woman! Ingredients for Today's Frozen Lemon Fizzer: 4 scoops lemon sorbet, 1 3/4 fl. oz. limoncello, 2 oz. Pr…

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10 Great Pub Quiz Questions! | Do Penguins Have Knees? ...and more! 9:12

4M ago9:12

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Gaffers! | Darts! | Extremely Difficult World Capitals Question! This one's tricky... but if it was too easy it wouldn't be fun would it. Do penguins have knees? People have asked this for decades. And we can finally reveal the answer! Join us for ten of the greatest pub quiz questions, in the comfort of your own home, or the discomfort of the gym.…

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Is Canada’s national anthem the best? And does everything happen for a reason? 35:59

4M ago35:59

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It’s all about true patriot love when we ask if Canada’s national anthem is at the top, and a fateful debate questions whether everything happens for a reason. Featuring: Jon Steinberg, Ali Hassan, Courtney Gilmour and Nour Hadidi.

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Are shopping carts better than baskets? And is an invitation to the cottage the secret to summer fun? 37:04

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Our season finale episode is a grocery grudge match and a real re-treat! Featuring: Matt Wright, Jan Caruana, Laurie Elliott, and Tamara Shevon.

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The tape that led to a fusion breakthrough 50:41

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In 2021, Commonwealth Fusion Systems proved it had built the most powerful magnet in the world. The breakthrough was based on a specific material - a tape - that conducts massive amounts of current with very little loss. Rick Needham, Chief Commercial Officer for CFS, says the breakthrough led to a $1.8 billion Series B fundraising round. Since the…

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Frontier Forum: Fixing distributed energy's finance gap 41:55

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Clean energy attracts nearly $3 trillion in investment annually, but most of that capital flows to massive utility-scale projects through the world's biggest banks and large-scale asset managers. Meanwhile, smaller distributed projects — rooftop solar, batteries, microgrids — face a structural financing challenge that Amanda Li calls "death by a th…

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Which is better: Mother’s Day or Father’s Day? And do coaches matter? 35:16

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We’re pitting parental holidays against each other, and deciding if coaches are a make or break mentor. Featuring: Dave Hemstad, Elvira Kurt, Emmanuel Lomuro, and Patrick Dussault.

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Avoid getting ill on a plane - choose window or aisle seat? | 10 of the best quiz questions! 9:12

5M ago9:12

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Dwarfs! | Dolphins! | Marbles! Life-changing trivia - hear ten talking points and thrilling trivia to test your team at work or family around the dinner table! Protect your brain by using it - Memorise these epic facts! Learn about how we feel after a few drinks by comparing ourselves to dwarves; large cats and who wrote the Mr Men and Little Miss …

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Are jeans the best pants? And is food delivery easier than ever? 38:15

5M ago38:15

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We decide if wearing denim is a dream and whether ordering delivery is a breeze. Featuring: Stacey McGunnigle, Myles Anderson, Graham Clark and Lachlan Patterson.

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FOAK tales 52:55

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This week, we're bringing you a special episode of Catalyst with Shayle Kann, a show about how to decarbonize the planet. In this episode: what it takes to secure investments for first-of-a-kind infrastructure projects. First-of-a-kind projects need infrastructure investment, the kind of money that costs less than venture capital and usually comes …

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Bridge to Terabithia by Katherine Paterson 36:56

5M ago36:56

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Send us a text Wendy and Amy discuss a beloved middle-grade read, Bridge to Terabithia by Katherine Paterson. We talked about friendship, grief and gender roles. We also explored how a book like this can help when tackling tough topics with young readers. Pop a cork to classics that never get old! Ingredients for Today's Slow Gin and Blackberry Spa…

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Which is better: Plastic or paper? And are you nobody until somebody hates you? 35:21

5M ago35:21

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We decide if plastic beats paper and whether being hated has its benefits. Featuring: Ivan Decker, Martha Chaves, Nikki Payne, and Bruce Clark.

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Building Fervo's geothermal giant 42:38

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In 2023, Sarah Jewett was on her honeymoon in France when she received a life-changing text: steam was flowing from Fervo Energy's first commercial geothermal project in Nevada. That moment confirmed their revolutionary approach—applying horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing from the oil and gas industry to tap heat resources previously cons…

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Should you raise your family in Winnipeg? And is compromise the best solution? 37:42

5M ago37:42

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When it comes to raising kids, does Winnipeg win? And is compromise a happy ending? Featuring: Chad Anderson, Lara Rae, Courtney Gilmour, and Jon Dore.

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10 of the best Pub Quiz Questions! Woolly Mammoths vs Stonehenge, Engagement Rings and Cryptic Clothing... 8:44

5M ago8:44

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High Cities | CGI characters | Rubbish Recorders! Recorder song link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nF7lv1gfP1Q Become the smartest person in the room - for ten minutes! Protect your brain by using it. Memorise these epic facts! You can learn about woolly mammoths and whether they lasted long enough to see Stonehenge being built. We talk about di…

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Does nothing beat a day at the ballpark? And is Toronto the worst city in Canada to commute in? 37:06

6M ago37:06

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It’s a homerun when we talk about a day at the baseball stadium, and whether commuting in Toronto is enough to drive you up the wall. Featuring: Patrick Dussault, Simon Rakoff, Isabel Zaw-Tun, and Don Kelly.

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Terawatt Infrastructure’s billion-dollar strategy 33:43

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In 2021, Neha Palmer co-founced Terawatt Infrastructure with a bold mission: create the backbone for America's electric trucking revolution. Within its first year, Terawatt secured a billion-dollar investment. But as the company developed plans for a nationwide charging network, it confronted the daunting challenge of building infrastructure for an…

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All Boys Aren't Blue by George M. Johnson 43:05

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Send us a text Wendy and Amy discuss their first nonfiction read ever for the podcast, George M. Johnson's memoir All Boys Aren't Blue. We talk about the benefits of reading someone else's story and how much can be learned from them, as well as the value this book in particular brings to readers. Pop a cork to being open to others' truths! Ingredie…