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On the phone-in: Our guest is Nathaniel Pearre, who's a research fellow at Dalhousie University studying electric vehicles in the renewable energy storage lab. He answers questions about EVs. Off the top of the show, we hear your feedback about a flag controversy associated with the South Shore Regional Centre for Education. And councillors in Charlottetown, PEI, vote to close the province's homeless shelter and outreach centre on Park Street.

On the phone-in: appliance repair expert Aaron Publicover takes your questions. And off the top of the show, Canadian Chamber of Commerce has found Saint John, N.B. is the most tariff vulnerable city in Canada. We speak to the Saint John Region Chamber of Commerce CEO Shannon Merrifield.

Tune into Episode 53!of the Off The Top Podcast! Join Me & co-host @tmd_entertainment right here on OFF THE TOP PODCAST! @rikishifatu.offthetop My thoughts on JOHN CENA Promo Is John Cena going to get number 17 at Mania? Who should be inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame? When will ZILLA FATU be ready for Wwe? Also, Let's answer the fans! Beverly 5 year old son #Discord Stay ConnectedThanks for subscribing! On all platforms Powered by @knokxpro #RikishiFatu #OffTheTopPodcast..

On the phone-in: Gardening expert, Niki Jabbour, answers questions for gardeners across the region. And off the top of the show, we hear about an initiative in Quebec that will see people who are no-shows after making a restaurant reservation will be charged $10 per person. We talk with Natasha Chestnut from the Restaurant Association of NS whether such an initiative has been talked about in the Maritimes.

On the phone-in today: Jim White who's an expert in painting and staining, provides advice to listeners for the spring and summer projects. And off the top of the show, we hear from a woman in Cape Breton whose brother had trouble getting treatment for drug addiction. And we also hear from people in Charlottetown about the arrival of spring.

On the phone-in: Urban planner, Tristan Cleveland, discusses ways to make neighbourhoods more people-friendly. He also answers questions from listeners about preserving historic buildings and creating more housing. And off the top of the show, we speak with Rebecca Penn who's Nova Scotia Health's harm reduction consultant. She talks about how crack in West Hants may be contaminated with other stimulants or opioids which can be dangerous, even deadly.

On the phone-in today: Our guest, Rosmarie Lohnes, a sustainable landscape designer and founder of Helping Nature Heal Inc. in Bridgwater, NS, answers questions about preventing shoreline erosion. And off the top of the show, we speak with Arthur Gaudreau from @HalifaxReTales about the future of the retailer, Hudson's Bay. We also speak with Don McAlpine from the New Brunswick Museum about big brown bats at a school in Plaster Rock.

On the phone-in: Lots of people lose items and some are lucky enough to find them. Our listeners share their "lost and found" stories. Our guest is Steve Bober from Ring Finders. And off the top of the show, we speak with Robert Huish from Dalhousie University about provincial trade barriers.

On the phone-in: Listeners call and share their views on the new US trade tariffs. Our guest is David Campbell who's an economic consultant and president of Jupia Consultants in Moncton.And off the top, we hear from a farmer in Montague, PEI, about the importance of sustainable farming, especially now that the US tariffs are in place. 

On the phone-in: George Iny from the Automobile Protection Association provides advice about new and used vehicles to listeners who are in the market for a new or used car or they need tips about the vehicle they have. And off the top of the show, we hear from Mike Morrison in Miramichi, NB, about troubles with MP Jake Stewart.

On the phone-in: how do you balance the pressures of youth sport? And off the top of the show, the wait for non-urgent MRIs in the Maritimes can be 10 times higher than the recommended standard. 

Phone the phone-in: psychiatrist Dr. Jackie Kinley takes your questions about protecting your mental health during tumultuous times, like President Trump imposing tariffs. And off the top of the show, we'll hear how Clearwater Seafoods' plans to sell its facility in Arichat is affecting the community.

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With this year’s upcoming Budget, it feels like the perfect time to take a closer look at something we use every day but rarely think about—our Singapore Dollar! From hidden symbols to fascinating stories behind our notes, you might just see your cash in a whole new light after this. Audrey, Ryan and Emaad dive into some fun facts about our money that might surprise you. Presented by Audrey Siek, Ryan Huang & Emaad Akhtar Produced and edited by Audrey Siek Photo and music credits: Pixabay & its talented community of contributorsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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EPISODE 44! Happy New Year from all of us at the Off The Top Podcast!!! In this special episode, join Rikishi and TMD as they recap a roller coaster year of the Bloodline Saga, 2025 predictions, and much more!

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Bloodline In, Bloodline Out?!! EPISODE 47! We're back with another episode of the Off The Top Podcast!!! Join Big Kish and TMD as they discuss all things bloodline including: Solo Sikoa's walk off on Smackdown and Jacob's Promo. Jey Uso's World Title defense, Big Jimmy Uso's 2025 outlook, and more!

EPISODE 45! We're back with another episode of the Off The Top Podcast!!! Join Big Kish and TMD as they discuss the debut of WWE Raw on Netflix! This episode was recorded prior to the devastating wildfires in Los Angeles. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all those affected.

On the phone-in: Gardening expert, Niki Jabbour, answers listeners' questions during the winter season when gardeners order seeds. And off the top, we speak with Lori Haggerty who's from Fredericton. She has spent the last 10 months walking across Canada raising money for charities that help people who are experiencing intimate partner violence.

On the phone-in: Our guests, Lori Brown and Karin Aurell speak with listeners about the joys of getting outside and doing winter sports. And off the top of the show, we speak with Sandra Mullen, president of the NSGEU. She comments on security problems on the job following three workers being attacked in the ER at the Halifax Infirmary yesterday. We also hear about services for disabled students on PEI.

On the phone-in: James Rendle, director of WattsUp Solar in NS, answers listeners' questions about the installation of solar panels and the rebates that are available. And off the top. we speak with Mayor Andy Fillmore in Halifax Regional Municipality about yesterday's vote on the Windsor Street Exchange. A plan to redevelop the site was turned down.

On the phone-in today: Appliance repair technician, Aaron Publicover, asnwers listeners' questions about their home appliances. And off the top, we speak with Blair Aitken, chair of the Eastern Chamber of Commerce on PEI, about a suvey they're conducting into the impact of the ferry service disruptions in 2024.

On the phone-in: Jim White takes your questions about paint and stain projects around your house. And off the top of the show, we'll hear from a young figure skater from the Charlottetown Skating Club who is off to Edmonton for her first national competition. 

On the phone-in: Experts share their thoughts on how to best prevent cases of intimate partner violence. Our guests are Danya O'Malley in PEI and Russel Borden in NS. And off the top of the show, we hear differing opinions about a proposed tiny home community in East Saint John.

On the phone-in: Dog behaviour expert, Silvia Jay, answers listeners' questions. And off the top of the show, we hear about concerns regarding the power grid in the Maritimes. On PEI, the demand on the power grid is high and Maritime Electric is asking people to ease off at peak hours. In New Brunswick, people are concerned about their high power bills.

On the phone-in: We discuss the importance of teaching young people about money. Our guest is Kiah Matthews, program lead with Junior Achievement Nova Scotia. And off the top of the show, we speak with Paulette Thériault, the deputy mayor of Moncton, NB. She discusses the plan to preserve a portion of the ruins of the Sunny Brae rink which burned down almost a century ago.

On the phone-in today: Michael Haynes in Nova Scotia and James Donald in New Brunswick give advice to listeners about great places to go for a hike in the Maritimes in winter. And off the top of the show, we speak with Janick Cormier from Restaurants Canada about the impact of the HST holiday at restaurants. We also hear about a woman on PEI who has been doing embroidery for 75 years.

On the phone-in: Author and journalist, Omer Aziz, answers questions and speaks with listeners about Donald Trump's second term as US president. And off the top of the show, we speak with Delphine Durette-Morin who's a scientist with the Canadian Whale Institute. She comments on the US government backing away from regulations that would slow vessels in US waters. This could negatively affect endangered North Atlantic Right Whales. 

On the phone-in today: Automotive expert, Doug Bethune, answers listeners' questions. And off the top of the show, we hear about expanded drug coverage for rare diseases in NB. And we hear your feedback on PFD's.

On the phone-in: Lesley Anderson who's an expert on genealogical research, gives advice to listeners who are doing research on their family tree. And off the top of the show, we speak with Bill Hazel, a deputy fire chief with the Brooklyn Volunteer Fire Service in West Hants, NS. They saved a man last week who went through the ice on Panuke Lake while skating. And we also hear about two new pallet shelter communities for the unhoused in HRM.

On the phone-in: Fitness experts, Kathleen MacPhee and Jordan Forbes discuss exercise goals in 2025. Listeners have a chance to ask questions. And off the top, we hear from a neighbour in Lower Sackville who saved his neighbour during a house fire in Lower Sackville, NS. 

On the phone-in: Energy efficiency expert, Barry Walker and Eric Murphy from Halifax Heat Pumps answer questions about heating systems. And off the top, the CBC's Jean Laroche talks with Scott Tingley from the Nova Scotia Department of Natural Resources about improvements to the provincial wildfire protocols. And we hear about an Indigenous police officer in Summerside, PEI, who has won an award.

On the phone-in: Christine McLean who is chair of the Child and Youth Study Program at MSVU in Halifax answers questions about gentle parenting. And off the top, we speak with Ann de Ste Croix who's the executive director of the Transition House Association of NS. She discusses the high number of IPV homicides recently in NS.

On the phone-in today: Physiotherapist Laura Lundquist gives advice to listeners who are dealing with pain from injuries. She also discusses injury prevention. And off the top of the show, we hear about a new system at the UPEI Campus Food Bank. And we also hear about a prestigious award given to Kent Oakes who passed away on PEI last year.

On the phone-in: Nathaniel Pearre, a research fellow at Dalhousie University studying electric vehicles in the renewable energy storage lab, answers questions about EVs. And off the top of the show, we discuss dry January and we hear your feedback on Justin Trudeau's intention to resign.

On the phone-in: loneliness can have a profoundly negative affect on our health. We'll discuss with Dr. Ami Rokach and France Connor about how we can manage it more effectively. And off the top of the show, we hear from Rev. Jivaro Smith from Saint Thomas Baptist Church about how the community is coming together to mourn after a double homicide in Halifax on New Year's Eve. 

EPISODE 44! Happy New Year from all of us at the Off The Top Podcast!!! In this special episode, join Rikishi and TMD as they recap a roller coaster year of the Bloodline Saga, 2025 predictions, and much more!

On the phone-in: Wildlife biologist Bob Bancroft answers questions about animals and birds. And off the top of the show, we hear the first interview of 2025 with New Brunswick's new premier Susan Holt. She speaks with the CBC's Jacques Poitras.

Dec. 31, 2024: Today's phone-in: the biggest stories of the year! And off the top, David Myles sings and writes about Santa never bringing him a banjo for Christmas. We meet 14-year-old Noah Collicott, who gifted David a whimsical homemade banjo for the holidays! 

On the phone-in: Experts Barry Walker and Eric Murphy answer questions about heat pump system and other methods of heating. And off the top of the show, we speak with CBC meteorologist Ryan Snodden about the upcoming snow storm. We also hear your feedback on traditional recipes.

On the phone-in: Author, Jan Feduck, discusses her book, "Dining Out With History: At Atlantic Canada's Historic Sites" Listeners call with their cherished old-time recipes. Author Simon Thibault also shares some of his favourites. And off the top, we speak with Barry Ogden in Saint John, NB, about the replica of the tall ship, Marco Polo. It will be installed at Long Wharf.

On the phone-in: veterinarian Dr. Karyn Steele answers your questions, including how to protect your Christmas tree from your cats. And off the top of the show, we hear from the founders of the Down East Food Collective in Montague, P.E.I. and how they're cooking up food and ideas for food security. 

On the phone-in: Eric Morice from Halifax Public Libraries and Meghan Skerry from Daisy Mae Books in Summerside, PEI, recommend good books to read or give as gifts for the holidays. And off the top of the show, we speak with Tatamagouche sculptor, Sydney Blum, who mailed two art pieces to Montreat in October. They went missing in the mail and ended up being found at a Krazy Binz store in Hamilton, ON. She's hoping to get them back.

On the phone-in: Painting and staining expert, Jim White, answers listeners' questions. And off the top of the show, Jim Cormier,, director for Atlantic Canada with the Retail Council of Canada, discusses the GST holiday this season and Canada Post. We also hear about a new out-of-the-cold shelter in Saint John, NB.

On the phone-in: Lawyer Jessica Lyle answers questions about wills and estate planning. And off the top of the show, people in the Maritimes who are originally from Syria talk about the end of the civil war there. And we also hear from Kelly Lamrock, New Brunswick's Child and Youth Advocate about seclusion rooms at schools.

EPISODE 42! Join Rikishi and co-host TMD as they talk about all things Bloodline including: The OG Bloodlines win and the fallout from Wargames. How does this affect Solos Legacy? The New Day break up, Nia Jax's chair shots, and more!

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EPISODE 40! Join Rikishi and co-host TMD as they talk about all things Bloodline including: The Reunion of the OG Bloodline, Rikishi's thoughts on the upcoming Survivor Series Wargames Match and whether or not Sami Zayn can be trusted! Big Kish also takes calls from the fans and receives a special birthday present!