The Voices We Almost Lost: Veterans, Memories, and the Legacy of War

What happens when a veteran finally shares what war did to them—decades later? Historian Michael Petrou returns with powerful insights from In Their Own Voices, a massive oral history project at the Canadian War Museum. With over 200 interviews from WWII to Afghanistan, this project captures raw, u…

New Ways to Wear a Poppy: How Remembrance Day Is Changing

The poppy isn’t just a pin — it’s a powerful symbol of remembrance, and now it’s more accessible than ever. Nujma Bond from the Royal Canadian Legion joins Shane Hewitt to reveal how modern updates like tap-to-donate boxes and Amazon delivery are reshaping the annual Poppy Campaign while keeping it…

Why the Poppy Endures: The Forgotten Origins of a Canadian Symbol

Every November, red poppies appear on lapels across Canada — but few remember where the tradition came from or why it still matters. Dr. Stacey Barker from the Canadian War Museum shares the powerful, sometimes overlooked history behind this iconic symbol. From muddy trenches of the First World Wa…

Inside Canada’s Forgotten Tank War

It wasn’t just Britain and the U.S. with tanks that turned the tide. Captain Sheldon Smith reveals how Canadian armor quietly reshaped WWII strategy — and why its story is often missed. Go inside the transformation from horse cavalry to tank corps, the role of Canadian-built Rams and Grizzlies, an…

The Unknown Soldier and Canada’s Living Memory

Tucked into downtown Ottawa is a quiet tomb that holds powerful meaning — even though no one knows who lies beneath it. Dr. Stacey Barker from the Canadian War Museum explains how the return of the Unknown Soldier became one of Canada’s most profound acts of remembrance. Marking 25 years since the…

Why Canada’s War Stories Still Matter in 2025

What happens when a nation forgets its past? Tim Cook, Chief Historian at the Canadian War Museum, argues that remembering war isn't just about the past — it's about who we are today. From the 20th anniversary of the museum’s iconic new home to the 80th anniversary of VE Day, this conversation move…

The Barbershop: Where Men Still Feel Seen

It’s more than grooming — it’s connection. Matty Conrad, founder of Victory Barber and GQ’s beard expert, joins Shane Hewitt to unpack why the barbershop still matters in 2025. In an age of isolation and digital noise, these intimate, real-world spaces give men something they rarely admit they need…

Barbershops, Brotherhood & the Lost Art of Talking

Barbershops as spaces for connection: In a world of earbuds and echo chambers, the barbershop still holds space for real conversation. Shane Hewitt is joined by Jimmy Zoubris and Ryan Price for a candid episode of The Study — reflecting on men’s mental health, social connection, and why the simple …

NEW - Can Your Thermostat Save You Money — or Just Watch You?

Smart Thermostat Savings Smart home tech promises savings, but at what cost? Handy Andy Baryer joins Shane Hewitt to break down how programs like BC Hydro’s Peak Saver work — using smart thermostats to reduce electricity usage during peak times by preheating homes and throttling energy consumption …

Have Aliens Already Mined the Moon?

Mining robots, moon factories, and self-replicating spacecraft  Forget flying saucers — if alien probes have visited our solar system, they’re probably in the asteroid belt or quietly building factories on the moon. Shane Hewitt speaks with Alex Ellery, professor of mechanical and aerospace engine…