Health officials claim that a potential third wave of COVID-19 could be coming. How bad could it be? And what are the chances of this third wave arriving?

Guest: Dr. Ahmad Firas Khalid, Health Policy PhD graduate and Queen Elizabeth Scholar in Strengthening Health Systems

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March Break is becoming "April Break". Is it a good idea? Bad idea? Scott opens the lines to hear what you think.

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Anybody who's been to a sporting event knows part of the fun comes from being loud, cheering, booing, and more. But how far should fans be allowed to go?

Guest: Bubba O'Neil, Sports Anchor, CHCH-TV

That moment of genius you get when you're about to fall asleep or the amazing revelation you had in the shower can be summed up as one word: a showerthought. Together, Scott and Tom explore some of the best showerthoughts the internet has to offer.

The LRT is back in the news thanks to updates from the provincial and federal governments, but how will they affect Hamilton?

Guest: John-Paul Danko, Ward 8 Councilor, City of Hamilton

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Paid sick days have been a talking point throughout the pandemic. Some are for it, some are against it. Scott weighs the options with the help of Peter Shawn Taylor.

Guest: Peter Shawn Taylor, Senior Features Editor, C2C Journal

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Nominees for the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame are released. Who's on the list? And who deserves to be inducted?

Guest: Eric Alper, Publicist, Music Commentator & Shameless Idealist

Today's edition of Ben's Story of the Day features:

1) Everyone knows you should never cuddle up to a cactus. Some smuggler didn't get the message and had what must have been a very uncomfortable flight from China to New Zealand.

2) Dumping an ex is taking a new turn this Valentine's Day! For only $10 you can name a litter box after your ex!

3) Why does Zoom have the option to be a kitten? That's what a lawyer is asking following a mid-trial mishap that probably brought some much needed cuteness to what was likely a not so cute court case.

Which one will be crowned Ben's Story of the Day? Which one is your story of the day?

Hamilton's bid to host the Commonwealth Games has reached a bit of a standstill. Where are things currently standing and is there still a possibility of seeing the games return to Hamilton?

Guest: Louis Frapporti, Chair, Hamilton 2026 Commonwealth Games Bid Corporation

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There are lots of names vying to be chosen as the new name of the Edmonton Football Team. So far none of them have really jumped out as a clear winner to Scott so he consults Steve Foxcroft to get his opinion on what seems to be a lacklustre list of options.

Guest: Steve Foxcroft, Sports Broadcaster, NFL Chain Gang Member, NBA Court-side Administrator & Vice-President, Fluke Transport

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The LCBO is selling a bottle of whisky for $85,000. Is it worth the price? Or is it too expensive for its taste?

Guest: Davin De Kergommeaux, Spirits Author; International Whisky Judge; Founder, Canadian Whisky Awards