The Scott Thompson Show Podcast

Americans take to the polls today to decide if they want four more years of Donald Trump or a news start with Joe Biden as the 46th U.S. next president.

Guest: Reggie Cecchini, Washington Producer and Correspondent with Global News

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Some businesses, large and small, are preparing for potential unrest in the U.S. after the results of today’s election.

Guest: James Sido, Downtown Seattle Association

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Economically, how will the results of the election affect Canada?

Guest: Ian Lee. Sprott School of Business. Carleton University

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Burn out at home is becoming increasingly prominent with so many people still working from home during the pandemic. How can people avoid feeling overwhelmed by the situation?

Guest: Susan Shin, registered social worker, Susan Shin Counselling Services

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This week the Ontario government will unveil its budget. What are five things that need to be in the budget?

Guest: Jasmine Moulton, Canadian Taxpayers Federation’s Ontario Director

Ontario has new criteria for easing COVID-19 restrictions and managing the pandemic across the province. Will they be effective?

Dr. Anna Banerji, O.Ont MD MPH FRCPC DTM&H, Faculty Lead, Indigenous and Refugee Health, Post MD Education, Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto

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With several vaccine candidates to combat COVID-19 now in the final phase of testing, is now the time to prepare the public for the vaccine? Why are some people hesitant to accept the vaccine? How can health leaders discuss the vaccines with the public now before deciding to get the shot? Scott discusses these questions with Professor Maya Goldenberg, of the University of Guelph.

Guest: Maya Goldenberg, Associate Professor, Department of Philosophy, University of Guelph

The Scott Thompson Show Podcast

Ontario is going to commit to four-hour care for long term care homes. Minister Fullerton joins us to discuss the announcement today.

Guest: Dr. Merrilee Fullerton, Minister of Long-Term Care for Ontario

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This weekend saw hydro rates rose and the average customer saw a near two per cent increase. Ontarians have the option to switch from time-of-use to tiered pricing but should they?

Guest: Brian Hill, Online Writer & Researcher, Investigative Global News

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Today marks the final day of the election campaign for the U.S before tomorrow’s Election Day. Scott spoke with Michael Taube about what we might see in the closing days, as well as immediately after the vote.

Guest: Michael Taube, Troy Media syndicated, columnist, and Washington Times contributor

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Are we saddling our future generations with debt? Scott talked to Marvin Ryder now about what can be done about the debt incurred during the pandemic.

Guest: Marvin Ryder. Business Professor, DeGroote School of Business, McMaster University