Weekends with Rob Fai

Matt Cox is a former home title thief who is now a home security advocate and joins Rob to discuss just how vulnerable your home is right now.  A sobering conversation about exposure, Ai, and how many don't even realize its happen until its too late.  Runs 7m 08s. Aired October 3, 2026.

Carolyn Whitzman is an Adjunct Professor at the University of Toronto; School of Cities and joins Rob to talk about the many challenges surrounding affordable housing across the country.  A must listen for those trying to figure out the housing situation in Canada.  Aired October 3, 2026. Runs 9m 46s.

Nichole Fairbrother is a Clinical Associate Prof; Dept. of Family Practice out at the University of British Columbia and joins Rob to talk about some of the challenging emotions that come with becoming a new parent. Aired October 3, 2026. Runs 9m 46s.

Timothy Caufield joins Rob to talk about a topic that is gaining traction as more Canadians are looking for health advice online - and that is where the bad actors are waiting.  Aired October 3, 2026. Runs 9m 48s 

Canadian icon Rick Hansen joins Rob to talk about a new documentary that features his incredible journey that raised millions for his cause, and how he almost stopped before his journey was completed.  Aired October 3, 2026.

David Pickup joins Rob to talk about the pros and cons of a new Ai facility in Alberta and how much power this thing actually draws from Albertans. Runs 8m 20s. Aired October 3, 2026.

Cara Gardner-Morey joins Rob to talk about the progress of the Vancouver Goldeneyes of the PWHL as well as her excitement to be a part of the 90-year history of Hockey Night in Canada. Runs 8m 25s Aired October 3, 2026.

Taylor Noakes, an award‑winning public historian and independent journalist, joins Rob to talk about the history of this sometimes uncomfortable relationship between neighbo(u)rs. Runs 17m 43s. Aired September 2026.

Radislov Dimitrov, a respected Political Science professor out at Simon Fraser University joins Rob to get into the pros and cons of Canada potentially working toward an agreement with the European Union as our country looks to diversify its trade around the world. Runs 6m 49s. Aired September 27/26.

Dr. Robyn Stremler, a Professor and Dean at the University of Toronto, Faculty of Nursing wakes up bright and early to discuss research that connects sleep with overall improvements in a student's acedemic successes.  The problem?  Even with this information available - too many Canadians teens aren't getting close to the suggested targets - so what can we do to help? Runs 7m 32s Aired September 27/26.

Stewart Prest, a Political Science lecturer out at the University of British Columbia joins Rob to discuss the challenges facing all parties as the fall session up at Parliment Hill gets underway.  One of the primary focuses is the highly charged Building Canada Strong Act which has both its pros and cons - whic is why we have Stewart here to break it all down.  Runs 7m 49s. Aired September 27/26.

Sid Mookerjee, an Assistant Professor of Marketing out at McGill University stops by to chat with Rob about this growing trend of big brands going 'back to the future' to try and capture a new market in a everchanging retail market. Runs 8m 35s. Aired September 26/26. 

Marc Burchell, co-founder of the Canadian Walk for Veterans joins Rob to discuss how this event helps bring awareness to the many challenges our Canadian military face in 2026 and beyond.

Kyle Ganson, an Associate Professor at the University of Toronto joins Rob to talk about the ways young Canadian men are feeling the pressures to improve their physical appearance.  Runs 9m 35s. Aired September 26/26.

Rob connects with Laura Syron, President and CEO, Diabetes Canada to chat about the myths, and realities that come with diabetes - this is a topic everyone should know much more about!

Rob talks with Barrie Kirk, Executive Director, Canadian Automated Vehicles Centre of Excellence, to talk about how we are getting way too comfortable letting our vehicles do the work for us.

Rob catches up with Eric Alper, one of Canada's most renowned voices on the music and entertainment industry, to chat about why more stars are letting their 'behind the scenes' become public in a variety of reasons.

Dyslexia often goes undiagnosed, leaving many Canadians feeling isolated and wondering how they'll manage in a world full of words.  Neil Johnston, CEO of the Centre for Dyslexia, talks about how a new Centre is going to help on so many levels.  

Rob is joined by Lee Bergham of GolfBalls.ca to talk about one of the more unique careers out there: the guy who fishes golf balls out of the ponds around a golf course.  Before you laugh, by the end of this interview you are going to kick yourself for not buying scuba equipment and doing this yourself!