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The Start

CJOB / Curiouscast

The Start is Winnipeg's podcast. Each and every day 680 CJOB's Mackling & Megarry break down the biggest stories of the day from politics to pop culture. If it matters to Manitobans you will hear about it on The Start. 45 minutes a day every weekday.

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  • Avg 1 hr 15 min
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  • Yesterday · 1 hr 17 min

    Food Rules? Food Rules!

    Discussion on super speeders and all the reckless drivers police have been pulling over (1:40); Do you have 'food rules'? Like Greg who does not eat room temperature fruit, except bananas (9:30); Kinew only answering in French? What's up with that? (17:40); Canadian Ukrainian Institute Prosvita is Celebrating 110 years! (25:30); SBC Sargent Business Community and Sargent Street Watch in Winnipeg on volunteers quitting because of what they see (36:10); Weekly Wednesday Jets Chat - Ken Wiebe (44:15); Follow-up on Tuesday chat about lithium-ion batteries and fire prevention — Where are you storing your old laptops? (56:05); Winning entries on food rules (1:02:20); THE PEG and their vending machine at the airport! (1:06:30).

  • Tuesday · 1 hr 15 min

    Why The Rush?

    What is that light above the moon?? It's JUPITER! (1:40); Things we screw up when we're in a rush... like trying to get your keys out and into the house before Michael Myers gets ya! (10:00); The Russian Plague AND Ebola (17:40); Last night's game was on Sportsnet+ -- Were you able to watch it?? (25:05); Feedback on watching Monday's Jets game (28:00); Breakfast with the Bombers - Doug Brown (33:35); Rainbow Stage… over 50,000 attendees this summer! (41:55); American Hookup: The New Culture of Sex on Campus - Author Lisa Wade (48:50); Did you notice that bright light above / beside the Moon? It was JUPITER! A rare lunar occultation with the gas giant! - Scott Young from the Manitoba Museum and Planetarium (1:00:45); Winning entries on things we screw up when we're in a rush (1:07:50).

  • Monday · 1 hr 10 min

    Why Them?

    Why do you cheer for that team?? (1:40); Florida proposing to eliminate property tax... unless you are a foreigner who owns property aka Canadian Snowbirds (9:15); Why do you cheer for that team?? (15:00); Manitoba Psychological Society applauds province for hiring 17 new psychiatrists in the public system... Are psychologists next? (18:40); “Deeply disturbing”: Cornell president addresses alleged gang sexual assault (27:30); SPORTS! Bombers blow it, Jets look strong - Bob Irving (35:20); Are Canadians wasting money trying to get healthy? (47:00); Winning entries on why do you cheer for THAT team?? (54:15); Deer Lodge Centre 'Carnival in Venice' coming up on Wednesday / Question of the Day on mental health resources (58:30);

  • September 25 · 1 hr 15 min

    It's A Beautiful Day In The Neighbourhood

    WAKE UP! FOGGY FOGGY FOGGY MORNING / Bombers tonight! (1:40); Charleswood... new trees on the median... AGAIN! Will they "take" this time? (7:25); Neighbourhoods! Let's celebrate our neighbourhoods, favourite ones to visit, hidden gems, stumbling upon something new, etc (14:45); NHL consolidates ERA 1.0 and 2.0 Winnipeg Jets records (22:40); THE COUCH POTATOES! Survivor review (Wednesdays on Global) / Obsession review (now on Prime) / What's new at the movies? (30:10); The latest in scams - Winnipeg financial advisor alleges he is being Impersonated by someone using a fake email address (40:15); What are YOU doing next Saturday night? Manitoba Hockey Hall of Fame Induction Gala (52:00); Winning entry on celebrating neighbourhoods (1:00:30); Nuit Blanche is tomorrow night! (1:02:55).

  • September 24 · 1 hr 16 min

    Slow Dance The News

    Pouring rain / Brett forgot the schedule, Greg forgot his pen / Cameras everywhere for 8:35 / Power outages in St. Vital, and Tyndall MB (1:40); Do you remember your first slow dance??? (8:35); Trump proposes banning diesel exports / Carney studies the possibility of U.S. military action in Canada / Judge orders news outlets get back their access (15:50); SMALL TOWN SALUTE - Ile des Chenes! Wildlife Haven Rehabilitation Centre... Open House this weekend on Sat/Sun 10a-3p (22:40); Vladimir Guerrero Jr. said WHAT??? CJOB's Brayden Ewasko, co-host of the Locked On Blue Jays Podcast (31:50); Guy uses robot vacuum with a camera to catch his wife cheating — There are cameras everywhere! And what is TECHNOCREEP? (40:10); Cookies for a Cause... in support of CancerCare Manitoba Foundation (51:55); Winning entry on slow dances (59:45); Unique Manitoba Hockey Hall of Fame Story/Inductee... The first Manitoba team to play in the Canadian Women's Hockey Championships in 1982 (1:03:15).

  • September 23 · 1 hr 15 min

    Wardrobe Malfunctions

    Chat about team loyalty, like Greg & his SD Padres... And later this morning, the Winnipeg Cyclone! (1:40); Big traffic problem - Dump truck box wedged under Main St overpass on north Perimeter (9:40); Wardrobe emergency repairs like Brett's fly or Brayden's pants (12:40); Perimeter dump truck crash update / Tragic year on Manitoba's roads (19:25); One of our radio family has shingles… spoiler alert. IT SUCKS (27:50); Another dump truck update / Manitoba Unemployment Rate is 5%... strategies for getting hired! (36:55); Special Olympics 2026 Inspire Gala (49:05); Winning entry on wardrobe emergencies (56:00); Local clothing company which often has new products from old teams... is getting ready to launch new stuff with the WINNIPEG CYCLONE! (1:00:25).

  • September 22 · 1 hr 21 min

    Happy Birthday, Brett!

    Yay it's Brett's birthday / Jets win! / Jennifer Botterill and Trevor Linden later on the show! (1:40); Decision Winnipeg: Cloutier feature on neighbourhood priorities and the big difference from North End to South Winnipeg (9:40); Unexpected / unique / out of nowhere gifts, like Brett's pic from his sister, she took one of my pictures and made it look like The Simpsons! (17:10); Breakfast with the Bombers - Tim White (24:55); Trump kicks out several news outlets, and now we have Trump TV? (35:30); NHL alum Trevor Linden on learning from competing at the highest level and why prevention matters (42:45); Winnipeg restaurateur who's dealt with tonnes of break-ins & property damage... is dealing with MORE property damage after a vehicle crashed through his building (54:25); Winning entry on unique gifts (1:01:50); New book: Jennifer Botterill "Why Not You: My Story of Perseverance, Hockey, and Olympic Gold" (1:06:10).

  • September 21 · 1 hr 24 min

    Playing The Changes!

    Slightly foggy morning / AC/DC last night / Nice weather weekend / What's with all the bees on the golf course?? (1:40); Winnipeg Jets coach Scott Arniel on the move to permanent Daylight Saving Time (9:35); Unusual pests, like the bees all over our golf balls at Maplewood yesterday and Lorette last week (17:45); Greenland..WHAT'S THE DEAL? Europe preparing for Russian aggression? (26:10); Fuel shortages and diesel costs rising sharply (33:50); 2026 CAA EV Circuit: EVs go the distance, but charging, efficiency and costs vary (43:10); SPORTS! - Bob Irving (50:40); Why are there so many bees on the golf courses?? And why are they obsessed with the golf balls?? (1:03:05); New book: PLAYING THE CHANGES... A Musician's Memoir - Colin James (1:11:20).

  • September 18 · 1 hr 25 min

    "Be A Part Of The Story" Radiothon

    Be a Part of a Story Radiothon for Adult and Teen Challenge of Central Canada (0:30); :37 Weekly White House recap (7:55); Times when everyday normal things get in your way at inopportune times, like opening a new deodorant when you're in a rush (16:10); Winnipeg Jets recap (23:40); RADIOTHON - Pastor Daniel Emond, President / Chief Executive Officer, Adult and Teen Challenge of Central Canada (32:45); RADIOTHON - Steve C., grateful graduate and works for Adult & Teen Challenge in the Winkler community office (44:05); 17th edition of Culture Days kicks off today in Manitoba and runs until October 4th (Nuit Blanche is part of it, Sep 26th) (50:15); RADIOTHON - Katie M, community support worker in Thunder Bay for Adult and Teen Challenge (59:20); Winning entries on everyday normal things that get in the way at the wrong time (1:07:50); RADIOTHON - Luis, grateful graduate (1:10:35).

  • September 17 · 1 hr 17 min

    The Times They Are(n't) Changin'

    Jets training camp! Live at the Hockey For All Centre... and Hellebuyck has been suspended / THE FOG! (0:30); 911 outage in Winnipeg and various parts of Canada (8:30); Shoulder season weather dilemmas (16:05); We are, and will remain...the proud home of..... the Winnipeg Jets! Three year extension (24:05); SMALL TOWN SALUTE - Lac du Bonnet Ice Fishing Derby - their trailer was robbed of $20K in prizes (32:00); More on the Jets broadcast extension with CJOB & montage from Kelly Moore (39:30); MONTHLY PREMIER! Daylight Saving update?? 911 outage/ Investment Summit / Perimeter construction (47:05); Winning entries on shoulder season dilemmas (58:55); We're back...(CJOB as broadcast partners!) but who isn't back today? A crazy day at training camp.... Paul Edmonds, Winnipeg Jets play-by-play on CJOB (1:01:55).

  • September 16 · 1 hr 16 min

    Crosstown Traffic

    Three degrees outside??? / Recapping yesterday's traffic chaos / Lots of prizes / Jets training camp (1:40); Traffic trouble due to construction on the Perimeter & seemingly everywhere, part 1 (8:05); What's the biggest piece of junk you've ever bought? Greg bought a toy for his dog and it was destroyed in minutes (15:40); Traffic trouble due to construction on the Perimeter & seemingly everywhere, part 2 (22:20); Biggest junk you ever bought... How about a heated seat mat that died three weeks later?? (29:10); More on traffic trouble & construction... Should road construction in Winnipeg be 24/7? (31:40); Is Connor Hellebuyck coming to camp?? - Jets at Noon co-hosts Tyson Rewucki and Jim Toth (38:30); Adult & Teen Challenge Radiothon tee-up (49:40); Winning entries on big pieces of junk (57:30); Progressive MS breakthrough from U of M researchers (1:01:20).

  • September 15 · 1 hr 13 min

    Running On Empty

    Brett woke up with a nosebleed today... got us thinking about the nosebleeds we had as kids, and how Greg needed to be CAUTERIZED!! WTF (1:40); Ever tried to run away from home?? (8:15); Running away from home (16:25); Breakfast with the Bombers - Hiliarous highlight from the Coach's Show (19:30); Question of the Day results on our relationships with technology (27:10); Cheaper flight prices to come in the fall for Canadians?? (32:10); Is the Winnipeg real estate market finally finding balance? (37:45); A new report from RBC says nearly 1 in 5 parents are still supporting kids into their late 30s (48:45); Winning entries on running away from home (55:45); 46th annual Terry Fox Run set for Sunday, September 20th - Jessie Alder, niece to Terry Fox (59:45).

  • September 14 · 1 hr 21 min

    Banjo Boast

    Greg is PUMPED UP about the Banjo Bowl! (1:40); Amusing golf rant Greg found on social media, to tee up Brett's experience in Lorette (9:10); Sounds and Brady Post Game Comments (12:35); Times the time of day / time zone messed with you, like the 49ers coach and his hilarious press conference in Australia (20:20); Jean Chretien speech from 9/11 ceremony in Gander, NFLD (27:35); Transit debate tonight for mayoral candidates (35:15); Manitoba Golf Creator Invitational at Lorette -- Super fun day, but Brett hates his life because he got the yips and can't golf and should quit (42:40); SPORTS! - Bob Irving (50:50); Winning entries on time zone mishaps (1:02:20); Follow-up on last week's chat about creepy messages from your cell provider 'Based on your message history, it looks like you're travelling!' / Latest AI fears (1:06:30).

  • September 11 · 1 hr 34 min

    Remembering 9/11

    25th anniversary of 9/11 (1:40); Brett has something of significance to show Greg pertaining to today's anniversary (10:00); Something you own that has historical significance (18:45); Greg's friend who is travelling soon got a creepy message from his cell provider... they're watching more closely than you think (26:15); THE COUCH POTATOES! 9/11 viewing recommendations (33:50); WEEKLY REGGIE RECAP of all things White House, & Trumpapalooza in Dallas (46:00); Gander residents reflect on 9/11, 25 years later (54:45); Adult & Teen Challenge Radiothon tee-up (1:06:30); Winning entry on owning things of historical significance (1:14:55); Big sports weekend! Banjo Bowl on Saturday, and Goldeyes playoffs tonight! (1:18:25).

  • September 10 · 11 min

    1st ever Manitoba Golf Creator Invitational!

    Hey it's Brett Megarry here - Thursday morning we welcomed the team behind the 1st ever Manitoba Golf Creator Invitational being held at Lorette Golf Course on September 13th... and I'm in it! You'll hear from Lorette's GM Gareth Tanswell, as well as the team captains - Social media star Cheryl Inch aka Clairewaygolf, and Lorette's Marketing Manager Corey Jonasson aka CoJo Golf. NOTE: We were on location at St. Vital for a promotional event called BABY 500, where 12 babies under a year old raced each other in three heats and a finale, hence the chaos in the background!

  • September 10 · 1 hr 12 min

    BABY 500!

    ON LOCATION at St. Vital for BABY 500! Greg was at St. Vital the day it opened?? And Gretzky was there??? (0:30); Chris Streveler on failure and grinding for opportunities (8:10); In honour of the BABY 500... Ever been in a memorable race?? (16:15); Record increase in MB physicians over the last year (196) (23:00); Small Town Salute... to Brandon! They're hosting the musical Come From Away this weekend! In conjunction with the 25th anniversary of 9/11 (30:20); First ever Manitoba Golf Creator Invitational is this Sunday at Lorette Golf Course... and Brett is in it! LOL (40:20); Photo finish in the BABY 500 Country 99 heat / Memorable races we've taken part in or are going to take part in (51:15); The winner of the BABY 500 is a CJO-BABY! SUCK IT POWER 97 & COUNTRY 99! (54:25); New book - "With a Name Like Chief", by Kevin Chief (58:10).

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