The Social Podcast

Today on The Social, Doug Ford urges Ottawa to legalize pepper spray for self-defence.  And, Cardi B calls out Canadian fans for not selling out her Hamilton tour date.  Then, a mother has decided to cut off her daughter financially when she turns 18.  Plus, do you consider the “Irish good-bye” rude or right? Featuring comedian and content creator Carley Thorne.

Today on The Social, the best dressed and biggest risk takers at the 2026 Academy Awards!  Plus, the moments that stole the show, and the standout looks from the Vanity Fair afterparty! 

Today on The Social, NBA player Bam Adebayo almost broke the NBA record with his 83-point night.  Should we celebrate being second best?  And, Michelle Pfeiffer shares how husband David E. Kelley supports her career resurgence.  Then, a mother reveals her daughter’s teacher has it out for her, and is considering a drastic move.  Plus, is eavesdropping good for you?  And, can a bride ban a hairstyle?  Then, Alberta schools pull at least 160 book titles from their library shelves.  Plus, singer-songwriter Raye installs a “heartbreak” plaque outside her ex’s favourite pub.  And, music journalist Emilie Hanskamp joins us to discuss the biggest news in music. Featuring comedian Arthur Simeon, and Grey Cup champion and media personality, Henoc Muamba.

Today on The Social, Etalk anchor Tyrone Edwards joins us from the Oscars red carpet to talk Hollywood’s biggest night!  And, do you feel “age dysmorphia”?  Then, Nicole Kidman gets candid about her worst on-screen kiss.  Plus, one mother says she can’t accept her daughter’s “inferior” boyfriend.    Featuring Etalk anchor Tyrone Edwards.

Today on The Social, Boy George tells Chappell Roan to own her fame following her viral confrontation with paparazzi.  And, do you experience a “hyper aversion” to popular things?  Then, French speed daters are skipping small talk for sex talk in a new “deep dating” movement to find love.  Plus, would you do yoga…with snakes?  And, Kathie Lee Gifford thinks the LGBTQ+ community “needs to stop” adding letters to its name. Featuring actor and comedian Tom Hearn.

Today on The Social, NBA player Bam Adebayo almost broke the NBA record with his 83-point night.  Should we celebrate being second best?  And, Michelle Pfeiffer shares how husband David E. Kelley supports her career resurgence.  Then, a mother reveals her daughter’s teacher has it out for her, and is considering a drastic move.  Plus, is eavesdropping good for you?  And, can a bride ban a hairstyle? Featuring comedian Arthur Simeon.

Today on The Social, Alberta schools pull at least 160 book titles from their library shelves.  And, singer-songwriter Raye installs a “heartbreak” plaque outside her ex’s favourite pub.  Then, Sterling K. Brown shares why he keeps his sons visible on social media.  Plus, a dairy group is seeking designated status for Quebec’s “poutine cheese”.  And, Toronto’s young professionals are flocking to academic lectures at bars.  Then, do you find a backwards baseball hat attractive?  Featuring Grey Cup champion and media personality, Henoc Muamba.

Today on The Social, Timothée Chalamet’s facing backlash over his controversial comments about opera and ballet.  And, does it really matter how two people meet?  Then, millions of Americans can now claim Canadian citizenship by descent.  Plus, we recap Paris Fashion Week’s best dressed celebs.  And, is the “man cave” a thing of the past? Featuring actor and comedian Miguel Rivas.

Today on a special podcast edition of The Social, is it fair to revisit “America’s Next Top Model” with today’s lens?  And, is the state of the world killing your sex drive?  Then, has our collective focus on the “Year of the Fire Horse” run wild?  Plus, has the rise in menopause awareness gone too far?  And, are you into the “daylife” trend?  Then, we dive into celeb street style with “Project Runway Canada” winner Leeland Mitchell.  And, lawyer Lily Coodin breaks down the landmark trial taking social media companies to court.  Plus, money expert Melissa Leong helps us unpack how our childhood shapes our relationship with money.

Today on The Social, Justin Timberlake is suing to prevent the public from seeing body cam footage of his arrest for impaired driving.  Then, are you here for a lengthy voice note? And, do you ever regret becoming a parent?  Plus, TikTok star Tinx says it’s a red flag if men are good at Instagram!  And, would you go the extra mile for a nostalgic experience? Then, Xavier Trudeau opens up about his dad’s pop star girlfriend, Katy Perry.  And, Toronto restaurants are dimming their lights.  Is it too dark?  Plus, “Love Story” star Paul Anthony Kelly embraces his chest hair. And, “Summer House” stars Lindsay Hubbard and Jesse Solomon stop by!

Today on The Social, “Heated Rivalry” actress Ksenia Daniela Kharlamova says Americans are nicer than Canadians! Then, should friendships come with performance reviews? And, Lily Allen kicked off her new tour with a dress made of receipts linked to her breakup with David Harbour! Plus, are you a cat hater?   Featuring comedian Elvira Kurt and CBS News correspondent Shanelle Kaul.

Today on The Social, would you date someone without knowing their age?  Then, David and Victoria Beckham wish their estranged son Brooklyn “happy birthday” on Instagram. Is this public acknowledgement an “olive branch” or performative?  And, would you be mad if your boyfriend bought another woman a Birkin bag?  Then, Prime Minister Carney dropped the f-bomb during a fireside chat in Australia!  And, hot men in Hollywood are wearing ballet flats!  Plus, Olympic gold medalist Alysa Liu is inspiring people on TikTok to return to the sports they once loved.  And, would you use an unconventional alarm clock that makes you do math to wake up?

Today on The Social, Justin Timberlake is suing to prevent the public from seeing body cam footage of his arrest for impaired driving.  Then, are you here for a lengthy voice note? And, do you ever regret becoming a parent?  Plus, TikTok star Tinx says it’s a red flag if men are good at Instagram!  And, would you go the extra mile for a nostalgic experience?   Featuring Kate McKenna, host of The Social’s digital series, ‘MomLife Crisis’.

Today on The Social, would John F. Kennedy Jr. and Carolyn Bessette’s dating style work in 2026?  And, is it fair to take a week off work and not help your partner with the house and kids so you can relax?  Then, B.C. is getting rid of daylight-saving time!  Plus, what corporate jargon annoys you most?  And, the Spice Girls threaten to sue a Canadian entrepreneur for trademark infringement.    Featuring comedian and actor Hassan Phills.

Today on The Social, the biggest moments and hottest looks at the Actor Awards!  Then, should award show red carpets have a theme?  Plus, Prime Minister Mark Carney says Canada supports the US military action in Iran.  

Today on The Social, has global unrest changed the way you travel? And, Matthew McConaughey pranked Timothée Chalamet and left him feeling “disrespected”.  Then, the U.S. women's hockey team turned down Donald Trump's offer to attend the White House after he joked about inviting them on a call with the men's hockey team.  Plus, the “Heated Rivalry” cottage will soon be available to rent!  And, a “smut renaissance” has arrived.  Can you see the appeal of audio erotica?  Then, do AI companies have a moral obligation to alert authorities to troubling posts?  Plus, would you ditch dating apps and look for love in your local newspaper dating column?  And, the remake of the movie cult classic “Youngblood”! Featuring writer Bee Quammie, and model and inclusivity advocate Lauren Chan.

Today on The Social, Benny Blanco has dirty feet!  And, is there a way to stop someone from monopolizing a conversation?  Then, Harry Styles reveals he laughed at his grandmother’s funeral.  And, would you hire a celebrity impersonator?  Plus, how often do you replace your towels? Featuring actor and comedian Robby Hoffman.

Today on The Social, Auston Matthews visits the White House, and some fans are unimpressed.  And, would you let your parents take over your dating profile?  Then, Xavier Trudeau opens up about his dad’s pop star girlfriend, Katy Perry.  And, Toronto restaurants are dimming their lights.  Is it too dark?  Plus, “Love Story” star Paul Anthony Kelly embraces his chest hair.  And, do you back into – or out of – a parking spot?

It’s our special comedy edition of the Social! FIFA has a $200k budget for condoms ahead of the World Cup. Children in Portugal vote for fictional characters to run the country. Our panel defends the indefensible. We guess the reality show based on the crimes committed by their cast. And, our takes on ‘Socially Acceptable’ viewer dilemmas.

Today on The Social, the “Heated Rivalry” cottage will soon be available to rent!  And, a “smut renaissance” has arrived.  Can you see the appeal of audio erotica?  Then, do AI companies have a moral obligation to alert authorities to troubling posts?  Plus, would you ditch dating apps and look for love in your local newspaper dating column? Featuring model and inclusivity advocate Lauren Chan.