The Jerry Agar Show

On today's Party for Two, Bob Richardson, NEWSTALK 1010 contributor and public affairs consultant, joins Jerry to break down the top stories of the day. Jerry then looks at a promise fulfilled by Mark Carney. Provinces are on track to allow cross‑border alcohol sales by next month. Next, it’s Telescopic Tuesday, as NEWSTALK 1010 Science Expert Dan Riskin brings the top science stories of the week. A new survey found that false online health information is prompting doctors to intervene more often. Jerry speaks with Dr. Mitch, NEWSTALK 1010 Medical Correspondent about this.

Jerry opens the show with his thoughts on Marineland’s request for a $10–$20 million federal loan to export belugas to the United States, raising questions about ethics, oversight, and public funding. Branding and marketing expert Tony Chapman weighs in on Nike’s “walkers tolerated” Boston Marathon ad, which was pulled after backlash and Drake’s massive ice‑sculpture promo. Jerry then looks at new data showing the Canadian military has hit a 30‑year recruitment high, with many permanent residents joining. The city of Toronto may drop a 24-year ban on sidewalk vending licenses.

It’s Party for Two! Today, Sabrina Nanji, of the Queen’s Park Observer, joins Jerry to break down the top stories of the day. Jerry then speaks with Bob Carter, Mayor of Minden Hills, about the thousands of sandbags distributed during the town’s state of emergency as flooding continues to threaten homes and infrastructure. Enterprise demanded nearly $10,000 from a couple over alleged diesel damage but the evidence suggests otherwise. Jerry digs into the story. Plus, have you ever walked into a room and forgotten why? Jerry talks about "roomnesia" and asks, does this happen to you?

Jerry opens the show with the news that Doug Ford is backing off the airplane purchase, as the province now plans to sell the $28.9‑million private jet “as quickly as possible” following public backlash. Jerry then speaks with Brian Lilley, political columnist at the Toronto Sun, about his column arguing that Ford caved to pressure in reversing the jet decision. Next, Jerry turns to a safety issue where drivers keep running the same Scarborough red light, prompting a local councillor to speak out. Jerry speaks with Sean Shapiro about the rules of the intersection. Jerry also discusses an incident in which Caryma Sa’d’s phone was taken while she was covering a protest, raising questions about safety.

It’s Party for Two! Today, Jim Richards, host of The Jim Richards Show on NEWSTALK 1010, joins Jerry to break down the top stories of the day. He then speaks with Mike Ross, producer, co‑creator, and performer of Inside American Pie, about Mirvish’s new show and the stories behind one of music’s most iconic songs. Next, Jerry takes calls from women about safety in the city, following new reporting on drug use and danger during Toronto’s World Cup events. The hour wraps with Touchdowns and Fumbles, as Bob Reid, Principal at Broadway Strategy & Communications, weighs in on the communications strategy around Toronto’s World Cup Fan Fest.

Jerry opens the show by talking about how Ontario has purchased a used $28.9‑million private jet. Aviation expert John Tory Jr. helps break down the purchase, and if it was a good idea. Jerry then turns to parenting with the idea that your kids will make mistakes, and your job is to let them. Katherine Martinko, author of Childhood Unplugged, discusses letting children fail to learn in life. Next, Jerry discusses the over 150 inmates who were improperly released from Ontario jails, with some missing for months.

On today's Party for Two, Randi Rahamim, Managing Director at Teneo, joins Jerry at the party table to break down the top stories of the day. Jerry then speaks with Conservative MP Sandra Cobena from Newmarket–Aurora about gas prices, gas taxes, and the political fallout from floor crossers in Ottawa. On this week's Blacklock’s Report, Tom Korski, Managing Editor at Blacklocks.ca, brings the latest stories from Parliament Hill and explains what’s really happening behind the scenes. Plus - after hearing about the Italian dunk tank for bad politicians, Jerry asks: which politicians would you dunk, and why?

Jerry opens the show with the story of a Ford government minister and Vaughan MPP who claimed to have attended a prestigious U.S. university in official bios... but didn’t. Employment lawyer Sunira Chaudhri from Workly Law joins Jerry to talk about the legal and ethical lines when it comes to misrepresenting credentials. Jerry then turns to a new report showing that small business closures in Canada are now outpacing new business starts. Ryan Mallough, VP of Legislative Affairs at the Canadian Federation of Independent Business, explains what’s driving the trend and what it means for local business. Next, Jerry turns to an Italian town's political tradition: putting an effigy of a politician in a cage and dunking them for making the year’s worst decision. Marco Lazzeri and Diana Ferrari from the Feste Vigiliane in Trento explain how the event works.

It’s Party for Two! Today Will Stewart, Senior Vice President at Enterprise Canada, joins Jerry to break down the top stories of the day. Jerry then speaks with Noah Jarvis, Ontario Director for the Canadian Taxpayers Federation, about why Toronto’s proposed government‑run grocery stores will cost taxpayers and won’t make food cheaper, according to the CTF. Could the Liberal win in Terrebonne push more Conservative MPs to cross the floor? Political commentator, Tasha Kheiriddin, weighs in. The city’s World Cup Fan Fest was supposed to be free but now the city plans to charge for it. Jerry gives his thoughts and gets yours.

Jerry opens the show with the story of a Whitby councillor facing a 30-day pay suspension after a ruling from the Integrity Commissioner. New data shows Ontario high‑school attendance has dropped to 40%. Jerry gives his thoughts on mandatory attendance. Next, Jerry looks at a new report arguing that a lack of incentives is limiting the adoption of new health technologies in Canada. Emmanuelle Faubert, an Economist at the Montreal Economic Institute gives insight into the report. Did Winners close some of its bathrooms? Jerry talks about the broader issue of public washroom access, and whether businesses should be expected to keep them open to the public.

It’s Party for Two! Today Tristin Hopper joins Jerry at the table to break down the top stories of the day. Jerry and Brian Lilley discuss last night’s by‑election results and the newly announced fuel tax break. Next, it’s Telescopic Tuesday, as NEWSTALK 1010 Science Expert Dan Riskin brings the top science stories of the week and answers listener questions. Prime Minister Carney announced that Canada is temporarily suspending the federal fuel excise tax on gas, diesel, and aviation fuel. Jerry speaks with Dan McTeague, president of Canadians for Affordable Energy, about what this means for prices.

Jerry opens the show reacting to the Liberal majority government win and asks... now what? Jerry then turns to a new report showing Ontario is falling behind its U.S. neighbours. Jake Fuss, Senior Analyst at the Fraser Institute joins Jerry to break down the numbers and what Ontario needs to do. Next, it’s time for Ask a (Former) Traffic Cop, as Jerry brings your traffic questions to Sean Shapiro! Anthropic’s new AI model has sparked a rush from industry and government to strengthen cyber‑defence. Jerry speaks with Associate Deam of information and communication at Humber Polytechnic.

On today's Party for Two, Jerry and today’s party guest, Karen Stintz, break down the top stories of the day. Jerry then looks at a new opinion piece arguing that bigger cars should cost more when it comes to parking spaces. He takes your calls on the question of whether bigger cars should pay more for street parking? Next, Jerry speaks with Dan McTeague, president of Canadians for Affordable Energy, about how gas prices are impacted by the war in Iran, and how Dan predicts gas priced in an unpredictable situation. Plus, what do you do when your kid has a meltdown in public? Jerry takes your calls and stories.

Jerry opens the show by talking about floor crossers amid today's federal by-election. Jerry then speaks with Jay Goldberg, Canadian Affairs Manager at the Consumer Choice Center, about his latest column arguing that Canada should be listening to United States' trade grievances because it could affect Canadian industries. Next, Jerry turns to today’s federal by‑election, speaking with Graham Richardson, CTV Ottawa Bureau Chief. Do you have a decompression ritual before or after work?

It’s time for Party for Two, and today Deb is joined by Jim Richards, host of The Jim Richards Show on NEWSTALK 1010, to break down the top stories of the day. Deb then looks at Toronto’s Vacant Home Tax, including a question about how it’s being applied and whether it’s working as intended. Police and the city are investigating the removal of trees in a midtown neighbourhood without permits. Deb takes your calls: Should homeowners be allowed to remove trees on their own property without city approval? The show closes with Touchdowns and Fumbles! Deb Hutton and Bob Reid, Principal at Broadway Strategy & Communications, get your thoughts on Melania Trump’s rare public statement, in which she said she was never remotely friends with Jeffrey Epstein.

Deb Hutton hosts the Jerry Agar show and opens the show with TTC spokesperson, Stuart Green, to talk about how subway service on Line 2 was suspended for nearly three hours this morning. Deb then turns to retail shoplifting. Are these thefts the result of a high cost of living or organized crime? Next, Markham has lost more than $7 million in federal funding after blocking fourplexes using strong‑mayor powers. Mayor Frank Scarpitti, the Mayor of Markham, joins the show. Artemis II returns to Earth today, ending a record‑breaking trip around the moon. Paul Delaney, Professor Emeritus, Department of Physics & Astronomy, York University breaks it down.

On today's Party for Two, Deb Hutton is hosting the show and Jerry Agar is at the party table to break down the top stories of the day. Deb continues the Botox story with Dr. Ihab Matta, owner and director of DM Cosmetic and Wellness Centre in Woodbridge, who discusses the risks, regulations, and what patients should know before undergoing cosmetic procedures. Next, it’s The Blacklock's Report, with Tom Korski, covering the top political and accountability stories from Ottawa and Parliament Hill. The hour closes with an Iran update with Christian Leuprecht. The ceasefire in the Iran war is teetering, strained by disagreements over Lebanon and the Strait of Hormuz.

Deb Hutton is hosting the Jerry Agar Show today and opens the show by taking your calls on floor‑crossing politicians like Marilyn Gladu, who earlier this year backed a petition calling for automatic byelections when MPs cross the floor. Deb discusses floor crossing politicians and then turns to Toronto’s plan to ban jet skis and certain boats from parts of the waterfront, with John Tory. She then takes your calls; do you care about jet skis along the waterfront? Next, she looks at a troubling investigation: “They went for Botox to look better. They ended up in the ICU struggling to breathe.” Toronto Star investigative reporter, Sheila Wang, explains what went wrong and what regulators are now examining.

It’s time for Party for Two! Jerry and today’s guest, Mike Kakuk, co‑host of Mornings with Mike and Meg on AM800 in Windsor, break down the top stories of the day. Jerry then speaks with Tasha Kheiriddin, political commentator, about her latest analysis: “Bill C‑12 will not solve Canada’s immigration problems” and the breaking news that Conservative MP Marilyn Gladu has crossed the floor to join the Liberals. Next, Jerry looks at Canada’s Wonderland's new chaperone policy in response to unruly behaviour at amusement parks across North America. The hour wraps with a conversation about conspiracies and science: Did we really land on the moon? Why do these conspiracies persist?

Jerry opens the show with the news that the TDSB plans to cut nearly 300 teaching jobs this fall. Jerry then gets a gas price update with Dan McTeague, president of Canadians for Affordable Energy, following news of an Iran ceasefire and shifting global energy pressures. Next, Jerry speaks with Hannah Alper, about a Gen Z trend where young people are trading drinking and clubbing for lectures and “third spaces.” Turning to international news, Trump agrees to a two‑week ceasefire and Iran says it will allow passage through the Strait of Hormuz. Jerry speaks with Jon Allen, Senior Fellow at the Bill Graham Centre for Contemporary International History and former Canadian ambassador to Israel, to discuss the ceasefire.