Special Episode - Quebec Culture in 2026

Special Episode - Quebec Culture in 2026

While Mark was away, Jeff had the opportunity to talk with a childhood friend Daniel St. Onge to discuss Quebec Culture.  Daniel still lives in Quebec and Jeff moved away when he was in his mid 20's

The State of Global Travel

The world has been radically disrupted by regional conflicts, political realignments, global warming and supply chain disruptions (e.g. fuel).  What does that actually mean for travel in 2026 and moving forward.  Mark and Jeff discuss the changes in approaches to global travel as a result of these factors and what is actually happening

The Origin of the Anti-Vax Movement

How did we become a society that successfully used Vaccines to eradicate several types of diseases only to now have a significant portion of the population distrusting vaccines as a whole?  Where and when did it start?  Mark and Jeff explore the origins of the fabricated study that launched then entire anti-vaxx movement.  Previously it was very fringe and although the origin has been proven to be false, nobody seemed to notice the correction until it was way too late.

How Credit Cards Make Money for Banks

Many people pay off their credit cards monthly, so how do the banks make money off of lending you money to pay for your purchases when they don't charge you interest unless you are late with payments?  Mark and Jeff discuss how the credit card companies (and in Canada the banks) make money off your purchasing habits

How to Keep Your Brain Sharp as You Age

As people age, their brain starts to be a little less sharp.  Despite this there are things one can do to try to keep your mental acuity as sharp as possible.  Mark and Jeff discuss those techniques as well as the usual review of coffee, things they learned this week as well as media consumed.