Hamilton Today with Scott Thompson

The Scott Thompson Show Podcast 

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What is the latest in the BC Murder case? The father of one of the two suspects believes his son is dealing with serious mental anguish.

Guest: Clay Young, anchor/host at CJOB

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The Mueller testimony yesterday could lead to more lawsuits and investigations. What came of yesterdays testimony?

Guest: Ryan Hurl, Assistant Professor, Department of Political Science, University of Toronto. (Expertise: American political development and thought, Constitutional Law)

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Michael Taube joins Scott today to chat about various political topics. On the docket? The passing of David Caplan, Mueller’s testimony, JWR’s book and Bernier’s announcement yesterday.

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

Jody Wilson Raybould, former Justice Minister and now independent MP, has written a book that will be released ahead of the election.

Guest: Christo Aivalis, Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council Postdoctoral Fellow in History at the University of Toronto

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24 Sussex Drive is the PM’s residence, even though he doesn’t live there. In it’s current state, it’s in dire need of repair. However, it’s become a political hot potato. Trudeau hasn’t done anything for upkeep but neither has the previous prime minister. With PM after PM not wanting to spend money on it with fear of backlash, how do we proceed with regards to this heritage site?

Guest: Barry Padolsky, Barry Padolsky Associates Inc. Architects, Planners & Heritage Consultants

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The Mueller testimony continues, but a question has to be asked: Can you indict a sitting president and if not, why not?

Guest: Claire Finkelstein, Algernon Biddle Professor of Law and Professor of Philosophy, University of Pennsylvania Law School

Boris Johnson is the new UK Prime Minister. He defeated his opponent, Jeremy Hunt, with a total of 92,153 votes in comparison to 46,656. What does this spell for Brexit? What has the reaction been?

Guest: Steven Fielding. Professor at the University of Nottingham. Expert on British politics and political history.

Thousands have signed a petition to penalize those who call 911 after an Amber Alert has been issued. How much of an impact does it put on emergency services when thousands are calling in?

Guest: Kevin Bryan, Professor, Seneca College. Retired police officer.

Gerald Butts is back. Scott chats with a Conservative MP in regards to the return of Trudeau’s friend.

Guest: Pierre Pollievre, MP Carleton.

Boris Johnson is the new UK Prime Minister. He defeated his opponent, Jeremy Hunt, with a total of 92,153 votes in comparison to 46,656. What does this spell for Brexit? What has the reaction been?

Guest: Steven Fielding. Professor at the University of Nottingham. Expert on British politics and political history.