The Andrew Carter Podcast is a daily, high-paced, round-up of stories and news impacting Montrealers. While the podcast delivers the latest political, health and entertainment headlines - it will also leave you with a smile.

Rory O'Neil, Eric Fitzgerald, Rick Steiner, John Moore, Tom Mulcair, Dr. Mitch Shulman, David Phillips, Bruce Sellery

Bruce Sellery is a business journalist, TV host, author and speaker. He joined Andrew Carter to discuss using your house for retirement.

Dr. Mitch Shulman can be heard every weekday morning at 7:50 on The Andrew Carter Morning Show.

Tom Mulcair can be heard every weekday morning at 7:40 on The Andrew Carter Morning Show.

Canada is once again debating a northern pipeline, a project that would move Alberta oil to the British Columbia coast and open up tanker traffic along some of the most fragile, remote, and culturally significant marine environments in the country. A new agreement between the federal government and Alberta has put the idea back on the table, but many are sounding alarms. Rick Steiner is a renowned marine conservationist who spent 30 years as a professor with the University of Alaska, working across the Arctic, Prince William Sound, and Anchorage. He spoke to Andrew Carter.

Rory O'Neil, Andy Kim, Kelly Alexander, Tom Mulcair, Dr. Mitch Shulman, Chantal Petitclerc, Lesley Chartier

There are some important new travel rules, and some big destination trends, that could shape your next trip. The U.K. is getting ready to enforce a new electronic travel authorization for Canadians, the U.S. is tightening rules at the border, and Skyscanner has just released a list of the hottest and best-value destinations for the year ahead. Lesley Chartier, an Independent Travel Agent for Selloffvacations.com spoke to Andrew Carter.

Senator Chantal Petitclerc, one of Canada’s greatest Paralympians, is calling attention to the problem of Montreal streets after she was thrown from her wheelchair when its wheels got caught in a deep crack on a Montreal sidewalk. She spoke to Andrew Carter. Photo Credit: (AP Photo/Eugene Hoshiko)

Dr. Mitch Shulman can be heard every weekday morning at 7:50 on The Andrew Carter Morning Show.

Tom Mulcair can be heard every weekday morning at 7:40 on The Andrew Carter Morning Show.

The Andy Kim Christmas is returning on December 6, presented by the National Music Centre and Le 9e, the gorgeous Art Deco space on the 9th floor of the Eaton Centre that transforms into an intimate concert venue. This year’s show features an incredible lineup of Quebec talent, all coming together to support the Montreal Children’s Hospital Foundation’s Music Therapy Program and the National Music Centre’s future programs in the city. Andy Kim spoke to Andrew Carter. Photo Credit: THE CANADIAN PRESS/Sammy Kogan

Rob Lurie, Nancy Spilberg, John Moore, Tom Mulcair, Dr. Mitch Shulman, Rick Jackett, Chris Bumbray

They are one of Canada’s most successful rock bands, and now Finger Eleven is back with Last Night On Earth, their first studio album in ten years. Guitarist Rick Jackett spoke to Andrew Carter about their new album and Montreal show. Photo Credit: THE CANADIAN PRESS/Larry McDougal

Dr. Mitch Shulman can be heard every weekday morning at 7:50 on The Andrew Carter Morning Show.

Tom Mulcair can be heard every weekday morning at 7:40 on The Andrew Carter Morning Show.

Sophie Gaillard, Brittany Carson, John Moore, Tom Mulcair, Dr. Mitch Shulman, Jacob Tierney, Tony Chapman

Dr. Mitch Shulman can be heard every weekday morning at 7:50 on The Andrew Carter Morning Show.

Tom Mulcair can be heard every weekday morning at 7:40 on The Andrew Carter Morning Show.

Workplace holiday parties are a setting where the rules of the workplace still apply. Even when the office party is held offsite and after hours, employers have responsibilities, and employees can still face real consequences for their behaviour. Brittany Carson is a partner at Lavery and a member of the firm’s Labour and Employment Law group, she spoke with Andrew Carter.

Rory O'Neil, Bruny Surin, Carmi Levy, John Moore, Tom Mulcair, Dr. Mitch Shulman, Jeremy Hansen, Dan Riskin

Science communicator and bat expert Dan Riskin talks to Andrew Carter every Wednesday at 8:20.

In 2026, NASA's Artemis II mission will send humans around the moon for the first time since the Apollo era. One of the astronauts on board will be Canada's Jeremy Hansen. He spoke to Andrew Carter. Photo Credit: THE CANADIAN PRESS/Graham Hughes

Dr. Mitch Shulman can be heard every weekday morning at 7:50 on The Andrew Carter Morning Show.

Tom Mulcair can be heard every weekday morning at 7:40 on The Andrew Carter Morning Show.

Rick Westhead, Julian Sher, John Moore, Tom Mulcair, Dr. Mitch Shulman, Phil Quinn, Pattie Lovett-Reid

Pattie Lovett-Reid and Toonie Tuesday can be heard every Tuesday morning at 8:20 on The Andrew Carter Morning Show.

Dr. Mitch Shulman can be heard every weekday morning at 7:50 on The Andrew Carter Morning Show.

Tom Mulcair can be heard every weekday morning at 7:40 on The Andrew Carter Morning Show.

A growing body of stories and court cases has exposed deep problems within the hockey world, especially around sexual assault, hazing, and the pressures placed on young players. One of the journalists who has been at the centre of this reckoning is TSN’s Rick Westhead. He joined Andrew Carter to talk about his new book, We Breed Lions: Confronting Canada’s Troubled Hockey Culture.

Melpa Kamateros, Marc Juteau, John Moore, Tom Mulcair, Dr. Mitch Shulman, Jayne Malenfant, Dr. Daiva Nielsen

From TikTok diet hacks to influencers declaring certain foods “evil,” it’s getting harder for Canadians to tell what’s credible and what’s just clickbait. Dr. Daiva Nielsen with McGill University's School of Human Nutrition, spoke to Andrew Carter.

New data from the CMHC (Canada Mortgage & Housing Corporation) shows housing vacancy rates have risen across Quebec this summer. Dr. Jayne Malenfant is an Assistant Professor at McGill University in the Department of Integrated Studies in Education and an expert on the housing crisis, tenant rights, and housing equity issues. She spoke to Andrew Carter. Image: THE CANADIAN PRESS/Graham Hughes

Dr. Mitch Shulman can be heard every weekday morning at 7:50 on The Andrew Carter Morning Show.

Tom Mulcair can be heard every weekday morning at 7:40 on The Andrew Carter Morning Show.

For 34 years, Shield of Athena Family Services has been a lifeline, offering safety, shelter, resources, and hope to families escaping violence. Later this month, the organization will be marking a major milestone with The Lilac Event Gala, a fundraiser supporting their $5-million Capital Campaign to expand shelters and services. Executive director Melpa Kamateros spoke to Andrew Carter. For tickets: www.shieldofathena.com or call 514-274-8117.

Rory O'Neil, Cendrix Bouchard, John Moore, Tom Mulcair, Dr. Mitch Shulman, Kori Cheverie, Chris Bumbray

The Montréal Victoire's new season opens this weekend. Head coach Kori Cheverie spoke to Andrew Carter. Photo Credit: THE CANADIAN PRESS/Graham Hughes

Dr. Mitch Shulman can be heard every weekday morning at 7:50 on The Andrew Carter Morning Show.

Tom Mulcair can be heard every weekday morning at 7:40 on The Andrew Carter Morning Show.

A power outage is planned overnight in the West Island from 9:00 p.m. on Friday, November 21 to 6:00 a.m. on Saturday, November 22. It is expected to impact approximately 64,000 customers. Advisor of Media Relations at Hydro-Québec, Cendrix Bouchard spoke to Andrew Carter. Photo Credit: THE CANADIAN PRESS/Christinne Muschi

Trudie Mason, Danny Smiles, John Moore, Tom Mulcair, Dr. Mitch Shulman, Trudie Mason, Tony Chapman

Trudie Mason began her career on CJAD 800 when she was first hired by Gord Sinclair. She talks to Andrew Carter about her 40 years in broadcasting.

Dr. Mitch Shulman can be heard every weekday morning at 7:50 on The Andrew Carter Morning Show.

Tom Mulcair can be heard every weekday morning at 7:40 on The Andrew Carter Morning Show.

Actor Jason Isaacs is in Montreal to preview Honeytrap, a play by his daughter Ruby. He and Ruby joined Andrew Carter to look back at his various acting roles and to discuss Ruby's connection to Montreal. Honeytrap will run at Collectif MTL on Dec. 19 and 20. You can find more here.

Jean Bernier, Trudie Mason, Bev Wilks, John Moore, Dr. Mitch Shulman, Lawrence Gowan, Dan Riskin

Science communicator and bat expert Dan Riskin talks to Andrew Carter every Wednesday at 8:20.

Lawrence Gowan is back on the road celebrating the 40th anniversary of his landmark album "Strange Animal," a record that remains a classic to this day. He’ll be performing at MTELUS on Nov. 25. He spoke to Andrew Carter. Photo Credit: (Photo by Paul R. Giunta/Invision/AP)

Dr. Mitch Shulman can be heard every weekday morning at 7:50 on The Andrew Carter Morning Show.

Trudie Mason, Charles Tanguay, John Moore, Tom Mulcair, Dr. Mitch Shulman, Karl Lohnes, Mike Patterson

Three out of five Canadians are cutting back on holiday costs this year due to rising prices. Wondering what to give your loved ones during the holidays? Our home and decor expert Karl Lohnes talks to Andrew Carter with a few dazzling gift ideas, many which can have a special meaning while not spending a lot of money.