By Josie Simon, June 7 2024—
The Calgary Folk Music Festival, one of Canada’s largest and most celebrated music festivals, has been a centrepiece of Calgary’s cultural landscape since its inception in 1980. Held annually at Prince’s Island Park, the … Read the rest
By Josie Simon, May 7 2024
At 81, President Joe Biden has launched an audacious campaign to make history once again by becoming the first octogenarian commander-in-chief. But his defiant bid for re-election in 2024 has opened a generational rift … Read the rest
By Josie Simon, May 1, 2024—
The Willy Wonka Experience in Glasgow was marketed with dazzling visuals of edible gardens and candied wonderlands, offering an immersive event inspired by Roald Dahl’s beloved novel. Families eagerly bought tickets priced at around … Read the rest
By Josie Simon, March 28 2024—
In a world where over 250 million animals reside in American households, the narrative surrounding pet ownership is often one of joy, love and companionship. However, a darker reality emerges as we delve deeper … Read the rest
By Josie Simon, March 27 2024—
The debate over whether being a stay-at-home parent is a privilege or a financial sacrifice has raged on social media platforms like TikTok. For many Canadian families, the ability to have a stay-at-home parent … Read the rest
By Josie Simon, March 6 2024—
In a surprising turn of events that has left Albertans in disbelief, it has become increasingly clear that my cat, Blue, would make a better premier than Danielle Smith.
Smith’s relentless opposition to renewable … Read the rest
By Josie Simon, Feburary 15 2024—
Have you ever felt frustrated by the feeling that work always takes longer than it should? Do you struggle with procrastination, leaving tasks until the last minute? If so, you might be familiar with … Read the rest
By Josie Simon, February 13 2024—
Imagine for a moment the carbon footprint of an average person. Now, multiply that nearly 1,200 times, and you begin to grasp the enormity of singer/songwriter Taylor Swift’s jet emissions. This stark comparison lays … Read the rest
By Josie Simon, February 13 2024—
In the digital age, the curated images we share on social media have become not just snapshots of our lives but carefully crafted narratives about who we are — or, more pointedly, who we … Read the rest
By Josie Simon, February 12 2024—
Masturbation: the open secret everyone knows but rarely talks about. Despite being as routine as your morning coffee, countless myths about solo time persist.
Let us dive in, debunk these myths, and finally set … Read the rest
