The Beat 5@7 with Cat & Claudia

We all know people who are AMAZING at giving gifts… And people who aren’t very good at all! According to Psychology Today , that’s because there are 5 types of gift givers, and they’re NOT all made equal! Here they are, and we’re willing to bet you’ll recognize some of your family and friends in these descriptions… The Genuine Giver These people give real thought to what they give, and their gifts are usually amazing! Most of the time, they’re based on real things about you, things you said, or they’re just downright useful things.

We’ve all been there… You order a birthday dessert for the guest of honour at a restaurant, only to receive a half-baked effort along with unenthusiastic singing.

Exercise bike makers Peloton must be working up a sweat just about now... In the worst possible way! The company is getting slammed online for a "sexist" and "cringe-worthy" Holiday ad in which a man offers his wife - who is already slender - an exercise bike for Christmas.

The Holiday season is upon us, and it’s always a conflicting time of year… On the one hand, the joy of reconnecting with friends and family is totally worth the extra effort.

If you’ve been using the Internet for a while, you’re familiar with the idea of a “Security Question” on an account… Basically, a question only you know the answer to that will allow you to reset your password in case you forget it.

“Am I a bad mom if I leave my family for a 4-day getaway?” Questions like this are common for all parents, as are feelings of guilt for not being there for your children… But the truth is, every parent needs a break, and it’s actually healthy for both you AND your children! Here are some reasons why you should schedule some “me time” as part of your parenting! We’re Not Designed as Full Time Parents The simple truth is that humans were never meant to exist as full-time parents.

Parents, do you feel like gift giving at Christmas gets out of control? You’re not alone! With Canadians spending more and more each year on Christmas gifts , it’s no surprise that our minds and wallets are feeling the strain… Here’s one simple trick to keep the insanity of Christmas gifts under control.

Here’s how to get a song unstuck from your head.

Young Kade from Toronto got quite the birthday surprise after a disappointing party where no one showed up. After the party, his father took to Twitter to share their disappointment and ask his online friends “to show him some love today”.

Inspired by his newfound Christian beliefs, Kanye West has banned daughter North from wearing any makeup, at least until she is a teenager.

Would you ever invite an ex to your wedding?

Do you have a preferred sleeping position or do you mix it up? When sleeping with your partner, do you have specific habits? Most people will say YES.

Have you ever wondered what Cat Spencer would sound like after breathing helium? Here’s your chance! He did just that on The Beat 5@7 yesterday, and it was hilarious! Listen below in case you missed it:

Cat and Claudia were thinking..