Roz & Mocha

This week on the Roz and Mocha Retro Podcast, it’s all about studies! We’re throwing it back to 2014 when a study revealed that straight athletes sometimes spoon with teammates (and Roz admits he’s definitely not an athlete). Then, in 2018, we dive into a study about smiles—apparently, some smiles are so unsettling they can actually cause distress! Plus, another 2018 study shows just how many people were deleting Facebook at the time.

Feeling stuck being seen only as “the mom,” coping with heartbreaking family drama after a loss, and wrestling with the dream of another child when your partner says “never again.” These raw, real-life dilemmas remind us that life’s toughest questions rarely have easy answers.

Mocha oversleeps after a “late night” hockey run with Cruze, Roz finds his New York twin who hates neighbors, and we hear a wild story about sharing a flight with Martha Stewart. Plus, Roz dives into the best artist documentary he’s ever seen, Mocha’s mom gifts Maurie (again!), and the crew chats with Cat & Nat about their upcoming Toronto show. From kids debating the origins of 911 to Justin Bieber helping a stranded artist, this episode is full of fun, chaos, and great conversations you don’t want to miss!

From Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade highlights to the National Dog Show winner, we cover the biggest stories making headlines. Toronto faces its first Christmas without Hudson’s Bay holiday windows, while Diddy spends Thanksgiving behind bars with a very humble meal. Plus, Eminem shocks fans with a surprise NFL halftime cameo, Martha Stewart becomes the new face of American Eagle, and “Zootopia 2” roars into theaters with a historic opening weekend. We also dive into Oxford’s Word of the Year, Dolly Parton’s viral advice, and Rolling Stone’s top movies of 2025.

Sea or mountains? Which bizarre food combo would you dare to try? We dig into personality traits we’d erase, the chaos of raising stubborn dogs, and what we’d rename ourselves if given the chance. Plus, surprising truths about aging and a hilarious breakdown of Shem’s “perfect mix” personality. Quick questions, real answers, and plenty of laughs.

This week on Ask Roz & Mocha, we tackle some seriously fun and awkward questions! Who really deserves the front seat—your mom or your boyfriend/girlfriend? If your entire life had to be one color, which would you choose? We also dive into the little things that instantly make you mad (door knobs, anyone?), and the ultimate cringe question: would you rather walk in on your parents or have them walk in on you? Plus, we share our favorite Christmas movies to get you in the holiday spirit. Don’t miss this hilarious and honest episode!

Roz loses it on Maurie for using ChatGPT in emails, Mocha gets distracted by old Jersey Shore episodes, and the guys debate why Netflix crashed during the Stranger Things Season 5 premiere. Plus, a new Burger King ad sounds just like Shem, Mocha roasts a terrible rap track, and Roz digs into why Mocha feels guilty watching TV. Maurie hits the Leafs Gala for holiday gossip, Mocha talks life as a hockey dad, and we hear about three men who disguised themselves as sheep to sneak into Spain.

Since it’s U.S. Thanksgiving, we’re stuffing ourselves with some of our favorite Thanksgiving moments! Starting back in 2017, you’d think making Thanksgiving dinner would be a calm activity… not in the condo of the Damnits! The following year, the Damnits decided to host Thanksgiving and ordered a full meal from the grocery store—only to discover the turkey comes raw! And in 2018, Maurie wanted in on Roz’s Thanksgiving plans and ended up calling Roz’s mom!

Should a parent push for a school change even if it means leaving friends behind? How do you cope with the fear of losing the closeness in your relationship before a baby arrives? What’s the right way to prepare a child for news about terminal illness? And what do you do when friends ignore your plea for help after a family disaster? Real stories, tough questions, and honest advice.

Kara shares a gross coffee-cleaning hack that shocks everyone, Roz and Maurie recap their wild Vanier Cup drinking game rules, and Maurie hits the Santa Claus Parade to chat with kids. Plus, we hear from listeners about gentle Mocha, lazy co-workers, and a hilarious leave request for a Travis Scott concert.