DeMar DeRozan changed the conversation around mental health in basketball, starting with a single tweet about his own struggles with depression. In September, the former Toronto Raptor spoke to Matt Galloway about why he now sees vulnerability as a form of strength — and why he “couldn't stand” Kyle Lowry when they first met.

Acclaimed Montreal chef Chuck Hughes never really cooked at home before he had kids — but now he's conjuring up recipes like hotdog bun French toast with his mini sous-chefs. He shares some recipes that your kids might love in his book Home Cooking: Family Favourite Recipes From My Kitchen To Yours.

Jessica Moorhouse says the way you manage — or mismanage — your money could have roots in your childhood, and it’s not just about willpower or responsible choices. The financial educator explores how to break those cycles in her book Everything But Money: The Hidden Barriers Between You and Financial Freedom. 

Saskatoon is a hub of creativity and culture, but is also grappling with the same problems roiling other Canadian cities. In November, Matt Galloway hosted a special show at a packed Broadway Theatre to meet the people that make life great in the Paris of the Prairies.First up, singer-songwriter Jeffery Straker performs some music from his new album Great Big Sky, and shares how he recently found out he has a new fan: King Charles III.Then, literary power couple Yann Martel and Alice Kuipers only intended to live and work in Saskatoon for a year, but they fell in love with the “land of living skies” — and never left.Plus, Saskatoon’s new Mayor Cynthia Block shares how she’s going to tackle a growing housing and homelessness crisis, and what it means to be the city’s first female mayor.Also, social media comedy star Farideh lands some laughs about women’s health and being a (sometimes under-appreciated) mother. And Indigenous-led tourism is inviting the world to Saskatchewan, telling the province's stories through the eyes of Indigenous communities. Jenni Lessard and Honey Constant-Inglis tell us about the power and understanding that can come from sharing a story — and a meal.

Steve and Mary Carroll set up the Saskatoon Diving Club 20 years ago, and this year they sent two divers to the Olympics. In November, Matt Galloway took in the view from the 10-metre board, and heard how this landlocked city built a world-class diving program.

The great Willie Nelson released his 153rd album this year — and shows no signs of slowing down, even at 91 years of age. Music journalist John Spong has ranked all of Nelson’s  records and explores the artist’s story in the podcast, One By Willie.

Comedian Mark Critch has landed a major political exclusive: an interview with Justin Trudeau, recorded shortly before the prime minister cancelled all his other year-end interviews. Critch shares what Trudeau said about his political future; his Mar-a-Lago dinner with Trump; and why Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre refused the invite for a chat on This Hour Has 22 Minutes. 

When seven fishermen disappeared off Newfoundland’s coast this summer, everyone feared the worst. But as hours turned into days and hope dwindled, the men were found — alive. The ‘Lucky 7’ share their harrowing brush with death in our documentary Lost at Sea.

Doppelgängers used to be considered a sign of bad luck, but now online groups and lookalike competitions can help you find your dead ringer. We hear about the fascinating experience of coming face-to-face with your lookalike — and whether the similarities are ever more than skin deep.

Justin Trudeau’s Liberal government will likely face a non-confidence motion early in the new year, which could mean a federal election in the coming months. The Globe and Mail’s Stephanie Levitz and the Toronto Star’s Ryan Tumilty unpack an explosive year in Ottawa — and what lies ahead.