Full Episode: Fight between the 'Two Michaels', The worst musicians in the world & Black Friday deals aren't really deals

Seg 1: The legacy of The Really Terrible Orchestra of Triangles
The Really Terrible Orchestra of the Triangle, inspired by a similar concept from England's Portsmouth Sinfonia, is an orchestra where musicians of varying skill levels come together to play music without the pressure of perfection. 
Guest: Dr. Robert Petters, Conductor of The Really Terrible Orchestra of Triangles
Seg 2: Scott’s Thoughts
Has Black Friday gone out of fashion with less that impressive sales and discounts?
Guest: Scott Shantz, Contributor for Mornings with Simi
Seg 3: View from Victoria: 
It was a happy event, with much to celebrate, including David Eby’s anniversary as premier. The Vancouver Sun's Vaughn Palmer is here with his take on the day's headlines.
Seg 4: How screening for synthetic drugs can prevent toxic drug overdoses
A collaboration between UBC and the BC Provincial Toxicology Centre aimed to refine the identification process of emerging "designer drugs."
Guest: Dr. Michael Skinnider, Study Lead and Assistant Professor of Integrated Genomics at Princeton University
Seg 5: What’s causing the feud between the Two Michaels?
Michael Spavor is accusing his fellow Canadian detainee, Michael Kovrig, of unwittingly contributing to their detention by inadvertently passing information to Canadian authorities and allied intelligence services. 
Guest: Robert Fife, Ottawa Bureau Chief for The Globe and Mail
Seg 6: What are this year’s Black Friday retail trends?
The sales period has evolved, now spanning from October through December, a critical phase for retail success. This extended period significantly impacts the fiscal success of many retailers, though not universally beneficial.
Guest: David Ian Gray, Founder and Strategist at Retail Advisory DIG360
Seg 7: What is the NDP expecting from the Fall Economic Statement?
The Federal Liberals are preparing to unveil their Fall Fiscal Update, as so many Canadians continue to struggle with affordability. Scott Shantz spoke to the leader of the Federal NDP Jagmeet Singh about what his party hopes to see announced.
Guest: Jagmeet Singh, Leader of the Federal New Democratic Party
Seg 8: How far are people willing to go for fame?
Tyler Funk, a Burnaby filmmaker, explores the allure and perils of seeking online fame in his documentary "Anything For Fame."
Guest: Tyler Funk, Director of “Anything for Fame” on Paramount+
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Seg 1: The legacy of The Really Terrible Orchestra of Triangles

The Really Terrible Orchestra of the Triangle, inspired by a similar concept from England's Portsmouth Sinfonia, is an orchestra where musicians of varying skill levels come together to play music without the pressure of perfection. 

Guest: Dr. Robert Petters, Conductor of The Really Terrible Orchestra of Triangles

Seg 2: Scott’s Thoughts

Has Black Friday gone out of fashion with less that impressive sales and discounts?

Guest: Scott Shantz, Contributor for Mornings with Simi

Seg 3: View from Victoria: 

It was a happy event, with much to celebrate, including David Eby’s anniversary as premier. The Vancouver Sun's Vaughn Palmer is here with his take on the day's headlines.

Seg 4: How screening for synthetic drugs can prevent toxic drug overdoses

A collaboration between UBC and the BC Provincial Toxicology Centre aimed to refine the identification process of emerging "designer drugs."

Guest: Dr. Michael Skinnider, Study Lead and Assistant Professor of Integrated Genomics at Princeton University

Seg 5: What’s causing the feud between the Two Michaels?

Michael Spavor is accusing his fellow Canadian detainee, Michael Kovrig, of unwittingly contributing to their detention by inadvertently passing information to Canadian authorities and allied intelligence services. 

Guest: Robert Fife, Ottawa Bureau Chief for The Globe and Mail

Seg 6: What are this year’s Black Friday retail trends?

The sales period has evolved, now spanning from October through December, a critical phase for retail success. This extended period significantly impacts the fiscal success of many retailers, though not universally beneficial.

Guest: David Ian Gray, Founder and Strategist at Retail Advisory DIG360

Seg 7: What is the NDP expecting from the Fall Economic Statement?

The Federal Liberals are preparing to unveil their Fall Fiscal Update, as so many Canadians continue to struggle with affordability. Scott Shantz spoke to the leader of the Federal NDP Jagmeet Singh about what his party hopes to see announced.

Guest: Jagmeet Singh, Leader of the Federal New Democratic Party

Seg 8: How far are people willing to go for fame?

Tyler Funk, a Burnaby filmmaker, explores the allure and perils of seeking online fame in his documentary "Anything For Fame."

Guest: Tyler Funk, Director of “Anything for Fame” on Paramount+

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