The Jerry Agar Show

Sabrina Nanji of the Queens Park Observer sits down with Jerry at the party table as they discuss today's top stories including the Mississauga Mayor election getting a bit nasty with some insults.  

Jerry also touches on his motorcycle trip to the United States, specifically on the lack of pro-Trump signs compared to previous visits and he gets into why Trump could be in serious trouble.

Dr Mitch joins the show to discuss an article about Why heart attacks in women are often missed in Canadian emergency rooms.

Jerry Agar is back from his week off! Jerry starts off the show talking a bit about his motorcycle trip, as well as talking about truth and reconciliation.

Jerry also touches on a topic that was on Moore in the Morning regarding how unfair municipal elections can be in many ways.

Do you love video games? Well former head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers Mike Tomlin loves to play the video game Minecraft. Jerry talks on that and gets your calls on what your niche hobby is.

Finally, Jerry chats to consumer affairs reporter,  Diana Zlomislic about her article in the Toronto Star surrounding a deal that froze a man's CIBC account for many months.

Deb Hutton hosts the Jerry Agar Show.

It's Party for Two! Deb is joined by Tim Hudak, former Ontario PC leader and Partner at Counsel Public Affairs, to discuss the top stories of the day.

Many Canadian kids don't feel they belong in sports. Deb speaks with Marco Di Buono, President of Canadian Tire Jumpstart Charities, about efforts to make sports more welcoming and accessible for young people.

A Federal Court case involving AI-generated legal submissions is raising concerns about the role of artificial intelligence in the justice system. Deb speaks with Gavin Tighe, Senior Partner at Gardiner Roberts LLP.

Plus, it's time for Touchdowns and Fumbles with Bob Reid, Principal at Broadway Strategy & Communications, breaking down the week's communications winners and losers.

Deb Hutton hosts the Jerry Agar Show.

Deb opens the show with the latest drama in the Mississauga mayoral race, after a debate that devolved into personal attacks between candidates. She discusses what voters can learn from the increasingly contentious campaign.

Ontario is seeking feedback on measures aimed at improving public safety and maintaining access to key public infrastructure. Deb speaks with Michael Kerzner, Ontario's Solicitor General, about the proposal and what it could mean for communities across the province.

Following developments in the Cornell investigation, Deb speaks with Dr. Nina Mafrici, Clinical Psychologist and Co-Director of the Toronto Psychology & Wellness Group, about how parents can talk to their children about tragic and disturbing news events.

Plus, Deb asks listeners a simple question: Are you a leftovers person? She also previews this weekend's edition of FlavorPhiles, where Tanner and Jerry Agar talk about Thanksgiving.

Deb Hutton is hosting the Jerry Agar Show today. She opens the show with the latest polling in the Mississauga mayoral race, which suggests a tight three-way contest between Carolyn Parrish, Dipika Damerla Tedjo, and Bonnie Crombie. 

A former TD executive is suing the bank after allegedly being terminated for adding a Christian symbol to her email signature. Deb speaks with Sunira Chaudhri, employment lawyer at Workly Law, about workplace religious expression, employer policies, and the legal questions raised by the case.

Continuing the focus on Mississauga's election, Deb speaks directly with Bonnie Crombie, mayoral candidate for Mississauga, about her campaign, the issues facing the city, and why she believes voters should choose her to lead.

Deb then opens the phones to hear from listeners on the TD case, asking: Should an employee be fired for adding a religious symbol to their email signature? Callers weigh in on the debate between personal expression and workplace policies.

It's Party for Two! Deb is joined by Will Stewart, Senior Vice-President at Enterprise Canada, to discuss the biggest stories of the day.

A new report suggests many Canadian children don't feel they belong in organized sports. Deb takes listener calls on children in sport. 

It's time for the Blacklock's Report. Tom Korski, Managing Editor of Blacklocks.ca, joins Deb to discuss the latest stories from Ottawa.

Plus, Deb shares audio from Kathryn Marshall, a Toronto lawyer who appeared on Moore in the Morning to discuss antisemitism in Ontario's public education system and protections for Jewish educators. Deb reflects on the conversation and examines the ongoing debate around safety, inclusion, and discrimination in schools.

It’s Party for Two, and Deb Hutton is joined at the party table by Bob Richardson, NEWSTALK 1010 contributor and public affairs consultant, to break down the top stories of the day.

Next, Deb speaks with Brad Bradford, Toronto mayoral candidate, about his proposal to eliminate Toronto’s land transfer tax for the average homebuyer and how he plans to offset the lost revenue.

Then it’s Telescopic Tuesday, as NEWSTALK 1010 Science Expert Dan Riskin brings the latest science stories.

The show wraps with news from Hamilton: Stelco is laying off 350 steelworkers, according to the union.  Deb speaks with Andrea Horwath, Mayor of Hamilton.

Deb Hutton hosts the Jerry Agar Show today and opens with the latest polling in the Toronto mayoral election. She speaks with John Wright, veteran pollster and CEO of Canada Pulse Insights.

Next, Deb turns to a new Toronto Sun story about an “exemplary” police officer caught up in Project South after what is being described as a momentary lapse in judgment. She speaks with Mark Mendelson, NEWSTALK 1010 crime expert and former homicide detective, about the case and its implications for policing and accountability. Deb then takes listener calls on the story.

The hour wraps with a look back at last night’s Liberal leadership debate. Deb speaks with Siobhan Morris, Queen’s Park Bureau Chief at CTV News.

It’s Party for Two, and Deb is joined by Karen Gordon, principal at Gordon Strategy, to break down the top stories of the day.

Deb then takes calls on her earlier interview with Chris Alexander, hearing what listeners think of his mayoral bid and how he fits in the field of candidates.

Next, Deb opens the phones again to discuss whether political parties should play a formal role in municipal elections.

The show wraps with the impact of Canada–U.S. trade tensions on local businesses.

Deb speaks with Adam Brierley, general manager and master distiller at SFR Distillery, about how an American import ban is threatening Canadian exports.

Deb Hutton hosts the Jerry Agar Show today and opens with Pierre Poilievre’s push to make diesel fuel more affordable through tax cuts. She speaks with Pierre Poilievre about the proposal. She then takes calls to get listener feedback on the idea.

Next, Deb weighs in on reports that Correctional Service Canada will distribute items for “safe snorting” in federal prisons.

Deb speaks with Chris Alexander, Toronto mayoral candidate, about his campaign, priorities for the city, and why he believes he should be Toronto’s next mayor.