Best Chip Paper Podcasts (2025)

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Do candles deserve more appreciation? And is Tom Cruise the greatest movie star? 37:38

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We’re waxing on about the pros and cons of candles, we feel the need for speed when we ask if Tom Cruise really is the Top Gun. Featuring: Jon Steinberg, Jan Caruana, Adam Cawley, and David Pryde.

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Does every home need a landline? Is Saint John superior to St. John’s? 37:51

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We’re getting dialed in with a debate on landline phones. Then, we’re pitting two easily confused cities against each other - it’s Saint John, New Brunswick versus St. John’s, Newfoundland. Featuring: Matt Wright, Nikki Payne, James Mullinger, and Peter White.

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Game on: How rock, paper, scissors became the future of factory quality control - We talk IoT #76 27:57

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In this episode, we explore how accessible AI vision technology has become - and the surprising challenges that come with it. Luke Walsh from Brainboxes built an AI rock, paper, scissors game using open-source software and hardware costing under £1,000. The playful demo masks serious industrial applications: from catching defects in car seat stitch…

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Should snowball fights be banned? And is 60 the new 40? 27:35

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We’re right on target with a debate on snowball fights, then, it’s an ageless discussion on whether 60 is the new 40. Note, for all you keen Debaters fans, this is one from our vaults! Featuring: Derek Edwards, Dave Hemstad, Mike Wilmot, and Deborah Kimmett.

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Are night owls superior to early birds? Does dogsledding bring the excitement? 34:57

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It’s never too late for night owls to take on early birds, then, we decide if dogsledding is paws-itively thrilling. Featuring: Don Kelly, Yumi Nagashima, Graham Clark, and Jenny Hamilton.

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Is pool superior to darts? Does nothing beat growing up on PEI? 36:32

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Right on cue, we’re pitting pool against darts. Then, two Prince Edward Islanders go potatoe-to-toe on whether their home province is the best place to grow up. Featuring: Kelly Taylor, Clare Belford, Meg MacKay, and Patrick Ledwell.

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Billion-parameter brains in pocket-sized chips: The local AI revolution - We talk IoT #75 36:07

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In this episode, we explore how engineers are embedding powerful AI directly into hardware – no cloud connection required. Michaël Uyttersprot from Avnet Silica and Cedric Vincent from Tria Technologies reveal how they run ChatGPT-quality language models on resource-constrained embedded devices. What once demanded data centre infrastructure now fit…

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Are baby showers great? Does nothing beat winter in Alberta? 33:56

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We’re ready to rattle some nerves with a battle on baby showers, then, we’ve got an un-brr-lievably funny debate on Albertan winter. Featuring: Erica Sigurdson, Dakota Ray Hebert, Brittany Lyseng and Ola Dada.

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Is having a plan superior to winging it? Are small airports a delight? 34:21

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We’re deciding if it’s better to plan ahead or play it by ear, and if we should all get on board with small airports. Featuring: Nour Hadidi, Graham Chittenden, Shawn Hogan, and James Mullinger.

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Legacy meets innovation: How Safesquare saves 30-year-old building automation - We talk IoT #74 28:28

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In this episode, we explore a hidden crisis affecting thousands of buildings worldwide with Martin Mentzel, CEO of the German company Safesquare. For thirty years, Local Operating Network (LON) technology has quietly powered building automation systems in hospitals, office buildings, and transport infrastructure. Now, critical components face end-o…

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Are high school friends the best friends you'll ever have? And are nosy neighbours better than noisy neighbours? 36:06

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We’re deciding if high school friendships are forever, then, it’s no time to be a fencesitter when we debate whether a nosy neighbour beats a noisy neighbour. Featuring: Charlie Demers, Heidi Brander, Lisa Baker, and Derek Seguin.

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Scaling IoT from Rhinos to Rockets: How LoRaWAN Powers 125 Million Connected Devices - We talk IoT #73 35:46

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In this episode, we explore the remarkable growth of LoRaWAN with Alper Yegin, CEO of the LoRa Alliance. This non-profit consortium has spent a decade building the world's most successful long-range, low-power network standard outside China. With 350 members, including Amazon, Comcast, Verizon, and Airbus, the Alliance has created technology that n…

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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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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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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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Beyond the kettle: How Heatle boils down IoT efficiency into business value - We talk IoT #72 37:41

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In this episode, we explore the future of kitchen efficiency with David Riding from Heatle, a Berlin-based startup revolutionising how we heat liquids through smart induction technology. Heatle has developed an innovative smart heating system that uses magnetic induction and IoT connectivity to heat liquids directly in their containers, promising e…

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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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One SIM to rule them all: How eUICC transforms IoT connectivity - We talk IoT #71 24:50

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In this episode, we dive into eUICC technology with Gregory Laloy, IoT Product Line Director at Thales Cybersecurity and Digital Identity. We explore how embedded Universal Integrated Circuit Cards revolutionise IoT connectivity by eliminating physical SIM management and enabling remote carrier switching. Gregory explains the technical foundations …

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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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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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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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Keeping trains on track: How AXO Track prevents railway delays with IoT sensors - We talk IoT #70 28:12

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In this episode, we explore the critical intersection of IoT technology and railway infrastructure with Oliver von Sperber, Managing Director at AXO Track, a German startup transforming railway switch maintenance. Twenty per cent of train delays stem from switch malfunctions, costing operators millions and frustrating passengers worldwide. Oliver a…

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Focus on the Edge: How Videam’s Smart Cameras Solve Real-World Problems - We talk IoT #69 39:16

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In this episode, we explore the future of computer vision with Tommaso Scuccato and Marco Bergamin from Videam, an Italian startup that brings AI-powered vision systems to the edge. Videam tackles diverse challenges from ski pass fraud detection to traffic monitoring using custom-built cameras that process AI algorithms locally. Their patented tech…

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

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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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Shush Money: How Hydronauten's Silent Pumps Save Millions in Energy Costs – We talk IoT #68 28:09

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In this episode, we conclude our special series on the Advanced Electronics Challenge with the winners themselves: Johannes Büker, CEO, and Paul Werner, CTO of Hydronauten GmbH. Their innovative solution addresses a significant hidden energy drain – pumps consume approximately 30% of the EU's electricity. Hydronauten addresses two critical challeng…

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

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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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Cycle Breakers: How Belle Health's Smart Ring is Transforming Women's Health – We talk IoT #67 38:21

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In this episode, we explore the cutting-edge intersection of femtech and medical innovation with Victoria Schoeffel and Rafael Schaider from Belle Health, the second-place winners of the Advanced Electronics Challenge at embedded world. Belle Health tackles one of the most overlooked areas of healthcare: the impact of hormonal fluctuations on women…

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

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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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Diamonds are forever, PFAS not: How CiX Greentech purifies water – We talk IoT #66 26:29

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In this episode, we explore the future of water purification with Timo Fromm and Rudolf Borchardt from CiX Greentech, a German startup tackling one of the most pressing environmental challenges of our time. CiX has developed a smart, ready-to-use purification module that uses diamond electrodes and electricity to eliminate micropollutants such as p…

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

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

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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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Do butter tarts beat Nanaimo bars? And is there no shame in quitting? 35:10

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Which Canadian confection are you sweet on: Butter tarts or Nanaimo bars? And do quitters never win? Featuring: Deborah Kimmett, Jon Steinberg, Graham Chittenden, and Leonard Chan.

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Sensors and Cents: The Real ROI of a Data-Powered Workplace – We talk IoT #65 39:00

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Join host Stefanie Ruth Heyduck as she sits down with Phil Bell and Josh Jackman from ART Health Solutions to explore the cutting-edge intersection of technology and workplace wellbeing. Discover how real-world data from wearables, smartphone apps, and environmental sensors can enhance productivity and employee experience. Learn about the tangible …

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Shh! Is silence golden? Does a smoothie make a meal? 36:33

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We decide if quiet is something to treasure, and whether a smoothie is meal-worthy. Featuring: Yumi Nagashima, Charlie Demers, Katie-Ellen Humphries, and Gavin Clarkson.

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Do billionaires have it harder than millionaires? And is there always something happening in Barrie, Ontario? 34:24

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Which wealth bracket has it worse: Billionaires or millionaires? And we decide if Barrie, Ontario is the place to be! Featuring: Dave Hemstad, Don Kelly, Chris Quigley, Courtney Gilmour.

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Gulp, we're going there - should Canada be the 51st state? 27:46

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In a debate that needed its own full episode, the elbows go up and the gloves come off when two of our favourite debaters take on Canada becoming the 51st state.

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Powering the Shift: NXP’s Mark Swinburn on IoT and AI Driving the Future of Energy Management – We talk IoT #64 30:25

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Mark Swinburn from NXP joins us to explore the pivotal role of energy management in today's world. We discuss the challenges posed by rising energy demands, the critical importance of sustainability, and the impact of AI and digitalization on energy systems. The conversation delves into how governments, companies, and investors can accelerate the c…

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Are rings better than bracelets? And is it always great to be a trailblazer? 35:46

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Which jewels rule: rings or bracelets? And being a trailblazer is great…right? Featuring: Graham Clark, Heidi Brander, Faris Hytiaa, and Lara Rae.

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Refusing to Cry ‘Uncle’: How Maria Heriz Accelerates Action in Tech – We talk IoT #63 30:53

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Join host Ruth Heyduck in this special episode celebrating International Women's Day 2025 and its theme, Accelerate Action. Our guest, Maria Heriz from Tektronix, shares her inspiring journey from Madrid to San Francisco as an engineer passionate about equality and inclusion. Discover her experiences, challenges, and the pivotal moments in her care…

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Should Americans move to the Maritimes? And does going to the dentist rule? 27:35

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We debate if Americans should relocate to Canada’s East Coast, and whether a trip to the dentist is anything to smile about. Featuring: Jay Malone, Nikki Payne, Mayce Galoni, and Matt Wright. (Originally recorded in September 2017)

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Sensors with Superpowers: Farnell’s Cliff Ortmeyer on AI and IoT – We talk IoT #62 39:53

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In this episode, we explore the rapid advancements in AI and IoT technology with Cliff Ortmeyer from Farnell. The discussion highlights the evolution of sensors from high-power consumption to low-power, coin cell-operated devices, making AI at the edge more accessible. Cliff explains the transformative power of AI in enabling new sensor capabilitie…

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Are virtual meetings superior to in-person meetings? Should everyone volunteer? 33:03

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We decide whether meeting on Zoom beats brainstorming in the boardroom, plus we debate the virtues of volunteering. Featuring: Peter Brown, Julie Kim, Maddy Kelly, and Charlie Demers.

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Are children smarter than their parents? Does nothing beat a talent show? 34:46

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It’s a battle of the brains when we discuss whether kids are smarter than their parents, then, we’ve got the X-Factor with a debate on talent shows. Featuring: Ivan Decker, Syd Bosel, Sean Lecomber, and Sterling Scott.

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Do breakup songs rule? Should everyone visit Hard Rock establishments? 35:32

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We’re deciding if breakup songs are helpful or heartbreaking, then, we hit the jackpot when we debate whether Hard Rock establishments really rock. Featuring: Anesti Danelis, Jan Caruana, Elvira Kurt, and Kyle Brownrigg.

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Master Yoda on Speed-Dial: Inside Avnet Silica's Graduate Programme - We talk IoT #61 32:21

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Today, we're exploring a topic that hits very close to home: Avnet Silica's graduate programme. I'm thrilled to be joined by two special guests — a talented young engineer – Kevin To — who's part of the current graduate intake, and Moritz Jansen, a dedicated colleague from the HR team who helps shape the program. We delve into how the program attra…

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Are Hawkins Cheezies king of the chip aisle? Should we indulge conspiracy theories? 35:14

11M ago35:14

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We’re chipping away at Canadian-made snack Hawkins Cheezies, then, we’ve got some illuminati-ing takes on conspiracy theories. Featuring: Deborah Kimmett, Sean Cullen, Nathan Macintosh, and Chris Locke.

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Should we all eat plant-based meat? And learn to scuba dive? 27:35

11M ago27:35

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In a meaty episode from Season 14, we’re airing some beef with a debate on fake meat. Then, we’re taking the plunge and taking on scuba diving. Featuring: Elvira Kurt, Hunter Collins, Rob Bebenek, and Dave Hemstad.