The Hamilton Today Podcast with Scott Thompson...

Today we found out more about blanks and prop firearms, following tragic news from the set of Alec Baldwin's film, Rust. Later, Claudio Ruiz of Hamilton's Immigrants Working Centre, shared his thoughts on a proposed bill to help foreign-trained professionals and tradespeople work in their chosen fields. Ontario is taking another big step in the reopening process, and we cover all the angles. Finally, pharmacists are getting ready for the rollout of kids' COVID-19 vaccines, and Steve Bannon is held in contempt, and we hear from all of the regular friends of the show.

Want to hear even more of Hamilton Today, including the music that is exclusive to the live show? Tune in from 3:00 - 6:00 p.m. every weekday on 900 CHML, online at https://globalnews.ca/radio/900chml/

Guests:

Tony Bernardo, Executive Director of the Canadian Sports Shooting Association

Peter Woolstencroft, retired professor of political science

Claudio Ruiz, Executive Director of Hamilton’s Immigrants Working Centre

Thomas Tenkate, Professor with the School of Occupational & Public Health at Ryerson University

Julie Kwiecinski, Director of Provincial Affairs for Ontario, Canadian Federation of Independent Business

Justin J. Bates, Chief Executive Officer of the Ontario Pharmacists Association

 Brian J. Karem, Political Analyst for CNN, White House Reporter and host of ‘Just Ask the Question’ Podcast

William P. Erskine, producer with Global News Radio 900 CHML

Diana Weeks, anchor with Global News Radio 900 CHML

Ken Mann, reporter with Global News Radio 900 CHML

Host - Scott Thompson
Content/Technical/Podcast Producer - William P. Erskine
News Anchors - Ken Mann and Diana Weeks

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The Hamilton Today Small Business Spotlight on...

Christy's Gourmet Gifts started small with a family recipe, and has clearly grown over the years. Scott found out all about Christy's as well as how Bernie Mueller became a chocolatier!

Guest: Bernie Mueller, master chocolatier with Christy's Gourmet Gifts, 3530 Mainway Drive, Burlington, Ontario. https://christysgourmetgifts.com/

Host - Scott Thompson
Content/Technical/Podcast Producer - William P. Erskine

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The Hamilton Today Podcast with Scott Thompson...

Today Scott checked in with Manny Rao to get his take on last night's Raptors game, and got Elissa Freeman's input on Facebook Inc's impending name change. Dr. Ahmad Firas Khalid and travel expert Caleigh Alleyne shared their thoughts on Canada's vaccine passport for international travel. Dr. Zain Chagla told us about Hamilton's groundbreaking COVID-19 antibody therapy clinic, and Dr. Rodney Rohde updated us on the situation in the U.S., and Dan McTeague discussed the the energy crisis. Plus, reporters, anchors, producers and other friends of the show!

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Guests:

Manny Rao, staff writer and host with Raptors Republic

Elissa Freeman, PR and Pop Culture Expert

Dr. Ahmad Firas Khalid, Health Policy expert

Dr. Zain Chagla, an Infectious Disease Specialist with St. Joseph’s Hospital and an Associate Professor in the Division of Infectious Diseases and Department of Medicine with McMaster University

Dr. Rodney Rohde, Professor and Chair of the Clinical Laboratory Science Program at the College of Health Professions with Texas State University

Caleigh Alleyne, editor, journalist and media consultant, writing about travel and design

Dan McTeague, President of Canadians for Affordable​Energy, Former Liberal

William P. Erskine, producer with Global News Radio 900 CHML

Diana Weeks, anchor with Global News Radio 900 CHML

Ken Mann, reporter with Global News Radio 900 CHML

Host - Scott Thompson
Content/Technical/Podcast Producer - William P. Erskine
News Anchors - Ken Mann and Diana Weeks

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Hamilton Today Small Business Spotlight on...

Gifted in Ancaster, specializing in curated gift boxes, customized one-of-a-kind and corporate gifts, for those in the Greater Hamilton Area.

Guest: Jamie Riddel, owner and curator of Gifted, in Ancaster. https://shopgifted.ca/

Host - Scott Thompson
Content/Technical/Podcast Producer - William P. Erskine

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The Hamilton Today Podcast with Scott Thompson

Scott got expert input on the Texas plan crash that saw all passengers survive, as well as the nuances of the supply chain crisis and why the inflation rate has reached levels not seen since 2003. Professor Steve Joordens discussed the unsettling psychology behind why groups of people fail to intervene when witnessing a violent crime, Michael Taube weighed in on the debate around vaccinations in Parliament, and Matt Johnston of Collective Arts Brewery updated us on the craft beer industry. Finally, Scott welcomed Professor Charles Burton back to the show for a conversation about the upcoming Beijing Olympics. All this, plus the usual anchors, reporters and producers.

Want to hear even more of Hamilton Today, including the music that is exclusive to the live show? Tune in from 3:00 - 6:00 p.m. every weekday on 900 CHML, online at https://globalnews.ca/radio/900chml/

Guests:

Keith Mackey, Owner of Mackey International and Aviation expert

Opher Baron, Distinguished Professor of Operations Management, Academic Director, MMA Program at the Rotman School of Management at the University of Toronto

Steve Joordens, Professor of Psychology at the University of Toronto

Michael Taube, Troy Media Syndicated Columnist, Washington Times contributor, you can find his writings all over, and Former Speech Writer for Stephen Harper

Ian Lee, Associate Professor with the Sprott School of Business at Carleton University

Matt Johnston, CEO of Collective Arts Brewing in Hamilton

Charles Burton Senior Fellow with the Centre for Advancing Canada's Interests Abroad at Macdonald-Laurier Institute

William P. Erskine, producer with Global News Radio 900 CHML

Diana Weeks, anchor with Global News Radio 900 CHML

Ted Michaels, anchor with Global News Radio 900 CHML, host of the Health & Wellness Show, super recycler

Host - Scott Thompson
Content/Technical/Podcast Producer - William P. Erskine
News Anchors - Diana Weeks and Ted Michaels

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