The Social Podcast

The Social Podcast

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December 27, 2025 43 mins

Today on The Social, would you say “I do” to you, and buy yourself an engagement ring? Then, one writer suggests throwing a party where everyone works on their administrative tasks.  And, facelifts are on the rise in the U.S.!  Plus, what type of culture shift do we need when it comes to male friendships? And, Millennials and Gen Z say there’s nothing sexier than frugality.  Then, some chefs are ban...

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Today on The Social, is it ok to charge guests to attend your holiday dinner when you’re strapped for cash?  And, siblings decide to make a “to-don’t” list for the holiday season.  Then, one woman’s boyfriend refuses to spend time with her conservative family over the holidays.  Plus, are you a “grinch” if you don’t go all out on Christmas gifts?  Then, hot takes t...

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December 19, 2025 25 mins

Today on The Social, was Jimmy Kimmel’s return a win for free speech? And, we unpack whether facelifts are becoming mainstream.  Then, we discuss why the Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs conviction didn’t lead to broader change within the music industry.  Plus, Blue Origin’s all-female space flight faced backlash for being wasteful and performative. And, a look back at the celebrity hookups and breakups th...

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December 18, 2025 21 mins

Today on The Social, the Academy Awards are leaving ABC and moving to YouTube in 2029.  And, we react to the trailer for a new Melania Trump documentary!  Then, Rihanna was told to sit down during a Mariah Carey concert.  Plus, are potlucks actually the worse?  And, Quebec schools receive snow hill safety guidelines. 

Featuring Kate McKenna, host of The Social’s “Momlife Crisis.”

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December 17, 2025 17 mins

Today on The Social, Simu Liu reveals he enlisted Taylor Swift for his proposal to fiancée Allison Hsu.  And, gay romantic hockey drama “Heated Rivarly” breaks streaming records.  Then, Skate Canada will stop holding national and international events in Alberta, due to its laws on transgender athletes.

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December 16, 2025 15 mins

Today on The Social, George Clooney says he’s no longer “kissing girls” on-screen after a conversation with his wife.  And, is it important for you to be told “you’re beautiful” by your partner?  Plus, Travis Kelce refused to talk to reporters after the Chiefs lost their shot at the playoffs.  Then, the best way to say “good-bye” at a party. 

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Today on The Social, Taylor Swift gifts $197M in bonuses to her Eras Tour crew.  And, Second Lady Usha Vance was spotted without her wedding ring.  Is this a sign of marital strife?  Plus, Khloe Kardashian leaves a flirty comment for a “normie,” and now she’s invited to his holiday party.  Then, is it acceptable to gift cash to a teacher?

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December 13, 2025 42 mins

Today on The Social, Pamela Anderson breaks her silence on her “intimate romance” with Liam Neeson.  And, Judi Dench says she thinks Harvey Weinstein has “done his time” and forgives him.  Then, Timothée Chalamet has a 59-year-old superfan, and the internet is cringing.  Plus, Joe Jonas is caught having a hard time parallel parking.  And, is sharing an Instagram reel a valid way to...

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Today on The Social, another Conservative MP joins the Liberal party.  Is this uniting or dividing Canada?  And, Taylor Swift responds to haters who want her to “go away”.  Then, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman says he "couldn't imagine" raising his newborn without ChatGPT.  Plus, rituals around Italian cooking and eating have received a UNESCO World Heritage designation.  And, what should you do if your ...

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December 11, 2025 22 mins

Today on The Social, Timothée Chalamet’s fans have mixed reactions over his “top-level” self-praise in a new interview!  And, Matchbox Twenty’s Rob Thomas reveals he 'blew' his chance with Alyssa Milano.  Then, women are reading more spicy romance novels than ever.  Plus, Connie Francis’ hit single Pretty Little Baby is TikTok’s top global song of the year.  And, does i...

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December 10, 2025 23 mins

Today on The Social, millions of Australian teens under 16 lose access to social media as the country’s ban takes effect.  And, is slow dancing a necessary rite of passage? Then, has the line between podcasting and journalism become too blurry?  Plus, Toronto tops the list of Canada’s ‘rattiest’ cities once again.  And, should Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl performance be all in Spanish? 

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Today on The Social, Pamela Anderson breaks her silence on her “intimate romance” with Liam Neeson.  And, Judi Dench says she thinks Harvey Weinstein has “done his time”, and forgives him.  Then, Timothée Chalamet has a 59-year-old superfan, and the internet is cringing.  Plus, Joe Jonas is caught having a hard time parallel parking.  And, is sharing an Instagram reel a valid way t...

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December 8, 2025 15 mins

Today on The Social, is it unpatriotic to cheer against Canada in the World Cup?  And, Quentin Tarantino calls out his least favourite actors in Hollywood.  Then, Kate Perry takes Justin Trudeau to the same Tokyo restaurant she dined at with her ex-husband Orlando Bloom last year.  Plus, do you go “bathroom camping”?

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December 6, 2025 40 mins

Today on The Social, Miley Cyrus is engaged to musician Maxx Morando!  Then, how much weight do you put on a first date?  And, what’s the most effective way to deal with a neighbourhood Grinch?  Plus, a bride is going viral for spontaneously cutting her hair on her wedding day!  And, do you appreciate unsolicited advice from well-meaning friends? Then, would you wear socks with high heels?  Plus, is q...

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December 5, 2025 22 mins

Today on The Social, a woman is going viral on TikTok for proposing to her boyfriend!  Would you propose to a man?  Then, is it ok if a bride asks her guests to drink in moderation?  And, how much influence do documentaries like the new Sean Combs docu-series have in the court of public opinion? Then, a man asked his mother-in-law to stop getting his kids awful gifts! Plus, Netflix buys Warner Bros.

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December 4, 2025 14 mins

Today on The Social, Spotify Wrapped is back!  Do you like a musical recap?  Then, a Canadian coffee chain has been lobbying the federal government so they can hire temporary foreign workers. And, a furry masked bandit broke into a liquor store and got drunk!  Plus, would you be offended if someone airbrushed you in a photo?

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December 3, 2025 21 mins

Today on The Social, Miley Cyrus is engaged to musician Maxx Morando!  Then, how much weight do you put on a first date?  And, what’s the most effective way to deal with a neighbourhood Grinch?  Plus, a bride is going viral for spontaneously cutting her hair on her wedding day!  And, do you appreciate unsolicited advice from well-meaning friends? Then, would you wear socks with high heels? 

 

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December 2, 2025 15 mins

Today on The Social, Simon Cowell says he regrets the feedback he shared on American Idol. Do you appreciate his brutal honesty? Then, a woman on TikTok was tricked into training for a 10K run by her fiancé’s family!  And, new research shows that our brains are in adolescence until our early thirties!  Plus, is the pinky ring hot on men?

 

Featuring neuroscientist and bestselling author Lisa Genova.

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December 1, 2025 21 mins

Today on The Social, "rage bait" is Oxford English Dictionary’s word of the year! Then, would you try Japan's human washing machine? And, passengers are recording disputes with airline staff.  Is this helpful or harmful? Then, do you miss shopping for holiday deals in person?  Plus, is keeping your phone on “do not disturb” the best way to live?

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Today on The Social, celebrated author Thomas King – who spent his career telling Indigenous stories – reveals that he’s not actually Indigenous. Then, Ryan Reynolds welcomes disagreements on set!  And, is it disrespectful to go on a family vacation without inviting your kids’ spouses? Then, Meghan Markle is almost makeup-free on the cover of “Harper's Bazaar”.  Are barefaced photos bra...

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