Dining alone is on the rise — but it’s more than just a trend. Dr. Sylvain Charlebois, known as the Food Professor, breaks down how shifts in consumer behavior, economic signals, and agricultural stressors are reshaping Canada’s food landscape.

Learn why Canadians are "getting in their own way" when it comes to agriculture, how U.S. investments could revitalize Canadian food businesses, and what restaurants must do to stay competitive. This conversation delivers surprising insights into dining preferences, economic sentiment, and the future of food. Discover what the solo diner surge reveals about where we’re headed — and why adapting now is essential.

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Dr. Sylvain Charlebois

Originally aired on2025-09-26

Dining alone is on the rise &mdash; but it&rsquo;s more than just a trend. Dr. Sylvain Charlebois, known as the Food Professor, breaks down how shifts in consumer behavior, economic signals, and agricultural stressors are reshaping Canada&rsquo;s food landscape.
Learn why Canadians are "getting in their own way" when it comes to agriculture, how U.S. investments could revitalize Canadian food businesses, and what restaurants must do to stay competitive. This conversation delivers surprising insights into dining preferences, economic sentiment, and the future of food. Discover what the solo diner surge reveals about where we&rsquo;re headed &mdash; and why adapting now is essential.
GUEST: @&zwnj;foodprofessor Dr. Sylvain Charlebois
Originally aired on 2025-09-26

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From politics and pop culture to mental health, technology, and everyday life, this podcast is where night owls, deep thinkers, and curious minds come to connect. Featuring expert guests, passionate callers, and Shane&rsquo;s signature style&mdash;thoughtful, fearless, and refreshingly real.
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