The Jerry Agar Show

On Party for Two, Jerry is joined by Mike Kakuk, co‑host of Mornings with Mike and Meg on AM800 Windsor, to break down the top stories of the day.

Toronto‑area PC MPPs have billed taxpayers over $100,000 for overnight stays in Toronto. He speaks with Dave Trafford, Chief Executive Producer at Story Studio Network about the political optics of this.

Producer Cristina Galle's dashboard cookie fail. Plus, when customers passed off Regina Grinstein’s baking as their own, she took it as a compliment. Jerry weighs in on this.

The show wraps with the day’s biggest story: Heat, wildfires, and air quality. Jerry speaks with Simon Legault, meteorologist for Environment Canada, for the latest updates and what to expect in the coming days.

Jerry opens the show talking about the heat, wildfires, and worsening air quality across Ontario. Toronto is under an air‑quality warning as wildfire smoke settles over the city after days of extreme heat. He speaks with Jessica Smith, CTV Weather Specialist.

Next, it’s the TPA Monthly Check‑In. Jerry speaks with Clayton Campbell, President of the Toronto Police Association, about the incident at Salsa on St. Clair and the broader concerns around violence in the city.

Some employees say that on in‑office days, they’re being forced to use sick days instead of working from home. Jerry speaks with Sunira Chaudhri from Workly Law.

If you want real wisdom, get an older friend. Jerry talks about how life experience could lead to greater wisdom.

It's time for Party for Two! Jerry is joined by Bob Richardson, NEWSTALK 1010 contributor and public affairs consultant, to discuss the top stories making headlines.

Despite months of discussion about Canadians boycotting travel to the United States, new data suggests cross-border trips are beginning to climb again. Jerry speaks with Wayne Smith, Director of the Institute for Hospitality and Tourism Research at TMU, about what's behind the increase.

Former MP Inky Mark has been charged after RCMP seized an antique cannon and other firearms. Jerry actually knows him!  He asks, do you know someone who has been convicted of a crime?

Toronto is facing the possibility of record-breaking temperatures as a heat warning continues across the region. Jerry takes your talkbacks and texts, asking listeners to complete the phrase: "It's so hot..." and the team chooses a winner!

Jerry opens the show with commentary on crime, reacting to several recent headlines.

An arbitrator has ruled that TTC employees will no longer be subject to random drug and alcohol testing. Jerry revisits Deb Hutton's interview with Marvin Alfred, President of ATU Local 113, and weighs in on the balance between workplace rights and public safety.

It's time for Ask a (Former) Traffic Cop! Sean Shapiro, the TikTok former traffic cop, joins Jerry to answer listeners' questions about driving laws, traffic enforcement, and what drivers need to know.

It’s Party for Two, and today Jerry is joined by Tristin Hopper, National Post columnist, to break down the top stories of the day.

Canadian manufacturers are moving south as Mark Carney fails to deliver on trade. Jerry speaks with Brian Lilley from the Toronto Sun.

Prime Minister Carney insists the Gordie Howe Bridge is a “good deal for Canada,” saying there aren’t many profits to split with the U.S. Jerry speaks with Mike Kakuk, co‑host of Mornings with Mike and Meg on AM800 Windsor.

Tracking Canada’s international trade agreements. Jerry speaks with Vass Bednar, managing director of the Canadian Shield Institute.

Jerry opens the show with a Morning Rant about the violence we’re seeing in Toronto, especially after Saturday’s shooting at Salsa on St. Clair.

Next, he shares a column pushing for tougher penalties for drivers who hit cyclists, but he asks: What about teaching cyclists to act more responsibly? 

Then Jerry discusses tech topics with NEWSTALK 1010 tech expert Carmi Levy.

Bonnie Crombie has announced she will run for Mayor of Mississauga. Jerry weighs in on what this means for the city and the race ahead.

It's Party for Two! Jerry is joined by Jim Richards, host of The Jim Richards Show on Newstalk 1010, to discuss the biggest stories making headlines today.

Canada's largest airport is warning travellers about a rise in AI-generated articles containing inaccurate information. Jerry speaks with Karen Mazurkewich, Vice President of Stakeholder Relations and Communications at the Greater Toronto Airports Authority, about the problem . He then speaks with Francis Syms, Humber Polytechnic's Head of the School of Clean Energy and Associate Dean in the Faculty of Applied Sciences and Technology, about how people can identify AI-generated misinformation and verify what they're reading online.

Would you rather take a traditional lunch break or leave work earlier at the end of the day? Jerry opens the phones and gets listeners' thoughts on the debate.

Plus, it's time for Touchdowns and Fumbles. Jerry is joined by Bob Reid, Principal at Broadway Strategy & Communications, to look at the winners and losers from the week's biggest stories.

Jerry opens the show with a morning rant on the idea of a wealth tax and gives his thoughts on it.

Canada did not send an official representative to make its case against U.S. tariffs, but international trade lawyer Barry Appleton, Interim Director of the Balsillie Legal Advisory Centre at the Balsillie School of International Affairs, stepped in. He joins Jerry to discuss the experience.

How is Mark Carney doing in the job so far? Jerry takes a look at the Prime Minister's progress, and whether Canadians are seeing the leadership they expected.

As more purchases move to debit and credit, Jerry asks a simple question: Do you still carry cash?

It’s time for Party for Two! Today Jerry is joined by Jason Agnew, host of Sunday Morning Trivia on NEWSTALK 1010, to break down the top stories of the day.

Jerry talks about the state of the Conservative party and Pierre Poilievre's leadership with Amanda Galbraith, co‑founder and partner at Oyster Group.

Next, it’s time for The Blacklock’s Report, as Tom Korski, Managing Editor at Blacklocks.ca, brings the latest federal accountability stories.

The U.S. has approved an “emergency rescue” plan to import Marineland’s whales and dolphins.

Jerry speaks with Phil Demers, former Marineland whale trainer, about what he thinks of the move and what it means for the animals.

Jerry opens the show with a conversation about what makes a good opposition leader, comparing Marit Stiles’ leadership to Pierre Poilievre’s and examining what qualities actually matter in the role.

He continues the discussion by speaking with John Tory, former Mayor of Toronto and former Leader of the Official Opposition, about the role, the responsibilities, and what strong opposition leadership looks like.

Next, Jerry reflects on the life of pop star Bonnie Tyler, who has died at 75. He speaks with Canadian music journalist and publicist Eric Alper about her biggest hits, her legacy, and why her voice was one of the most recognizable in music.

The Carney government has excluded U.S. bidders from a $4.9‑billion army vehicle contract, raising questions about procurement and trade relationships.