Each week, TELUS Talks with Tamara Taggart will bring exclusive conversations with experts and influencers making a difference for Canadians right now. From health and wellness, to community, to social responsibility, we'll share stories, bust myths, provide simple and practical tips, and deliver information of value to Canadians.
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When food writer Naomi Hansen first started her sustainability journey, she was overwhelmed by conflicting advice, shiny advertisements and unrealistic recommendations. Her solution was to write a solutions-focused guide to help cut through disinformation and greenwashing to make your kitchen truly sustainable. We discuss achievable changes that can make a real impact.
Our concrete jungles are also thriving ecosystems where wildlife is evolving at breakneck speed. Award-winning writer and epidemiologist Dan Werb unpacks how animals are adapting to urban life and reshaping the natural world.
Navigating the early signs of perimenopause can feel like a guessing game. Dr. Jennifer Tomas wants to demystify the complex transition leading to menopause. As TELUS Health's Menopause Clinical and an OB/GYN, Jennifer helps people understand their hormone fluctuations, sleep disturbances and mood changes. We debunk the myth of one-size-fits-all treatment and explore practical strategies for…
Women are often imprisoned for protecting themselves from abuse. Justine van der Leun is an investigative journalist and she spent seven years researching how survivors are often targeted for persecution. In her new book Unreasonable Women: Three Stories of Violence, Imprisonment, and Extraordinary Survival , Justine unpacks the concept of "criminalized survival" and what can often happen to women…
Viewing time as a ticking clock or a constant inconvenience disconnects us from life's natural rhythms. Distinguished jurist and Indigenous law scholar John Borrows says we should redefine our relationship with the hours. He explains why we should stop managing time and start living with it as a companion. When we think about time as a friend, we create more opportunities for vulnerability,…
We often think of hearing loss as a physical condition, but it's also a social one that can shape someone's confidence, identity and relationships. Filmmaker Brian Ceci spent much of his youth trying to hide his hearing loss in an attempt to "fit in." In his new TELUS Original film, HEARD , Brian explores how the vulnerable act of embracing your identity can bring healing, community and belonging.
GLP-1 medications are reshaping the conversation around weight management and metabolic health. Physician Dr. Lisa Ma moves beyond the hype to explore how GLP-1s work and discusses the biological drivers of weight resistance and food noise while dispelling common myths.
Sports betting has become a normal part of being a fan. Gambling ads appear on jerseys, in broadcasts, on social media and throughout the games we love. Sociologist and author Darragh McGee explains the rise of online betting, the psychology behind modern gambling products and how sports fans are being targeted. We discuss the future of sports betting and how we can begin reclaiming fandom from…
The signs of autism in women are often hiding in plain sight. Neuroscientist Gina Rippon says many autistic girls learn to copy, rehearse and camouflage their way through social situations. Their struggles become virtually invisible to others. Gina explains the mental health impacts of constantly trying to fit in, how autism research was shaped around male stereotypes and why many autistic women…
Streaming has made music more accessible than ever. Rapper, producer and writer Rollie Pemberton believes algorithms are actually reshaping our music taste. He argues that convenience has come at a cost, making it easier to consume music but harder to build a meaningful relationship with it. We discuss streaming algorithms, record collecting and the lost art of discovery. Rollie shares why…
Almost 30 years as a judge teaches you a lot about people. Harvey Brownstone witnessed thousands of family and criminal cases and shares what those experiences taught him about conflict, relationships and forgiveness. Harvey explains why he believes family court often fails people and why so many Canadians struggle to access justice. We also reflect on his personal journey as Canada's first openly…
