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Switching jobs is always a risk, but with high unemployment and iffy economic vibes, right now it feels even riskier. That's why more Canadians are hanging onto their jobs, which is not so great for them — or the economy. Plus, we explore why tinned fish is reeling in a sea of protein-hungry consumers. And, this year’s World Cup is expected to be the biggest money-making event in sports history. So, who gets a piece of that pie?

High quality "superfakes" are on the rise, and luxury shoppers are lovin' it. They cost a fraction of the real thing, but who loses when everyone's buying knock-offs? Plus, shrinkflation is everywhere. So what’s being done in Canada to stop it? And, we explore how the Google search bar is changing and why it matters.

The feds are considering it, and countries like Spain and the U.K. have already gone that way. We looks to their example for what Canada can learn. Plus, the pros and cons of buying a rebuilt car and a conversation with economist Justin Wolfers about why he's trying to bring economics to the people.

Canada imports 20 times more avocados today than three decades ago — and that's no accident. We explore how the green fruit went from exotic specialty to kitchen staple. Also, how theatres are squeezing more money out of fewer customers and why some divorcees are still living with their ex.

Betting on a future event — like, who will be a bridesmaid at Taylor Swift's wedding — is the whole point of prediction markets. Every year, Americans spend billions on these kind of bets, but Canada hasn't fully opened the door to them. So, should we let this type of trading in, put restrictions on it, or just say no? Also, what's old is new again as more Canadians take up film photography. And we find out how Nike lost its cool factor.