Hamilton Today with Scott Thompson

Toys R Us has declared bankruptcy in the United States, and have yet to file here in Canada. Is it because of the lack of interest in toys and the rise in tech that cause this to happen? Or is it the ‘brick and mortar’ story?

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

After breaking free from the UN, PM Theresa May met with our PM Justin Trudeau to discuss a ‘working group’ for post Brexit ties. May is promising a ‘seamless’ transition from it’s current EU based deals to post-Brexit bilateral ones.

Guest - Dr Andrew Glencross, Senior Lecturer Dept. of Politics and International Relations, Aston University in Birmingham

Ontario is planning on introducing tough new penalties for those who drive under the influence of drugs ahead of the legalization of marijuana next year. Premier Wynne said that there will be a zero tolerance policy in place for thos eunder 21, novice drivers and all commercial drivers.

Guest - Lorraine Sommerfeld, Auto Writer with Post Media, Motherlode column in the Hamilton Spec and Host of the Lemon Aid Car Show on RogersTV

As the NDP leadership candidates gave their final pitches yesterday, members prepared for voting. But does the party need to find relevance again?

Guest - Tim Harper, Freelance Writer and Editor

Researchers are saying that spending is still occurring at Canada’s biggest malls, regardless of online shopping. Is the cry over the death of the ‘brick and mortar store’ too soon?

Guest - Craig Patterson, Director of Applied Research, School of Retailing, Alberta School of Business, University of Alberta

Mars Researchers emerged from isolation after being cooped up in a Mars like habitat on Hawaii. They were part of a study to look into psychological impacts of a long term space mission.

Guest - Paul Delaney. Professor of Astronomy, York University

The cloud of American politics hung over the Emmys as Stephen Colbert took the reins for this years show. How did Colbert do? Also, reaction to Sean Spicer’s appearance.

Guest - Bill Brioux. Blogger, TV Feeds My Family

Researchers are saying that spending is still occurring at Canada’s biggest malls, regardless of online shopping. Is the cry over the death of the ‘brick and mortar store’ too soon?

Guest - Craig Patterson, Director of Applied Research, School of Retailing, Alberta School of Business, University of Alberta

As the NDP leadership candidates gave their final pitches yesterday, members prepared for voting. But does the party need to find relevance again?

Guest - Tim Harper, Freelance Writer and Editor

As the NDP leadership candidates gave their final pitches yesterday, members prepared for voting. But does the party need to find relevance again?

Guest - Tim Harper, Freelance Writer and Editor

Researchers are saying that spending is still occurring at Canada’s biggest malls, regardless of online shopping. Is the cry over the death of the ‘brick and mortar store’ too soon?

Guest - Craig Patterson, Director of Applied Research, School of Retailing, Alberta School of Business, University of Alberta

Mars Researchers emerged from isolation after being cooped up in a Mars like habitat on Hawaii. They were part of a study to look into psychological impacts of a long term space mission.

Guest - Paul Delaney. Professor of Astronomy, York University

The cloud of American politics hung over the Emmys as Stephen Colbert took the reins for this years show. How did Colbert do? Also, reaction to Sean Spicer’s appearance.

Guest - Bill Brioux. Blogger, TV Feeds My Family

Researchers are saying that spending is still occurring at Canada’s biggest malls, regardless of online shopping. Is the cry over the death of the ‘brick and mortar store’ too soon?

Guest - Craig Patterson, Director of Applied Research, School of Retailing, Alberta School of Business, University of Alberta