The Jerry Agar Show

It’s time for Party for Two! At the party table today, Jerry is joined by Bob Richardson, NEWSTALK 1010 contributor and public‑affairs consultant, to break down the top stories of the day.

More Ontarians are using AI for financial advice, according to a new survey. Jerry speaks with Allan Small, Senior Investment Advisor at iA Private Wealth and host of The Allan Small Financial Show, about this tactic.

Then it’s time for Telescopic Tuesday, as NEWSTALK 1010 Science Expert Dan Riskin brings the top science stories of the week. 

Jerry closes the show by opening the phones: Have you ever snuck out of the house?  Listeners share their teenage escape stories.

Jerry opens the show with commentary on people's perceptions of the United States. 

The federal government has tabled a new privacy bill aimed at boosting protections for children and increasing transparency around data use. Jerry speaks with Wyatt Sharpe, host of The Sharpe Exchange, about what young people think of this new bill.

The Carney government policy could threaten Canada’s auto industry, according to a new column by Brian Lilley. Jerry and Brian discuss this. 

Gas prices may not return to pre‑war levels anytime soon. Jerry speaks with Dan McTeague, President of Canadians for Affordable Energy, about what Canadians should expect at the pumps.

It’s time for Party for Two!  Today, Jerry is joined by Amanda Galbraith, co‑founder and partner at Oyster Group, to break down the top stories of the day.

Companies like IKEA are betting big on small stores.  He speaks with Tony Chapman, branding and marketing expert and host of Chatter That Matters, about why some stores are becoming more compact. 

A 12‑year‑old boy has been charged with attempted murder after a police officer was struck this morning. Jerry speaks with Mark Mendelson, NEWSTALK 1010 Crime Expert and former homicide detective.

The show wraps with a conversation about grocery prices.  Jerry speaks with Mike Von Massow, University of Guelph food economist, about Canada’s new grocery competition plan and whether it will actually help shoppers.

Jerry opens the show asking the question: Is X useful… or a dumpster fire?  He shares his latest experience on X.

Next, Jerry turns to a story out of Oxford County: A Pride flag was stolen and the flagpole cut down at a local school. He speaks with Lee Griffi, Editor of the Woodstock Ingersoll Echo, about what happened and how the community is responding.

Federal Conservatives released an ad featuring “Canadians” who were AI‑generated.  Jerry doesn’t care about the use of AI here… but should he? He opens the phones to find out.

The hour wraps with a conversation with Angie Sandow who shares her experience riding a motorcycle and playing music with a prosthetic.

It’s time for Party for Two! Today Jerry is joined by Jim Richards, to break down the day’s biggest stories.

tackles whether someone found not criminally responsible for a deadly attack should be released after treatment, and debates if social media bans are a shortcut instead of fixing platform safety. They also discuss concerns over reduced pesticide transparency for migrant workers and whether reselling free FIFA Fan Festival tickets for profit undermines accessibility. 

Jerry then shares a relatable moment about rushing home over slow cooker anxiety before shifting to transit safety, where Karen Stintz weighs in on the TTC’s plan to call out bad behaviour over station PA systems. The hour wraps with Touchdowns and Fumbles, as Bob Reid breaks down Premier Doug Ford’s firm stance in U.S. trade talks, debating whether it was a savvy negotiating move or a misstep. 

Jerry Agar explores why social media bans may miss the mark when it comes to protecting young people, highlighting perspectives from youth on what actually improves online safety. 

 

Listeners weigh in on parenting ambition, debating whether pushing kids toward stardom—sparked by reflections on Taylor Swift’s success—can do more harm than good, especially for other children.

 

The conversation then shifts to identity and perception in Toronto, as former CSIS and RCMP undercover operative Mubin Shaikh discusses the complexities of being brown in Canada amid heightened tensions following a high-profile police killing. 

 

The hour wraps with author and business leader Rocco Rossi, who shares insights from his novel Finding Grace, a story about grief, personal growth, and the search for human connection.

It’s time for Party for Two! Today Jerry is joined by Ryan Knight, co‑founder of the Afro Caribbean Business Network and owner of Detailing Knights, to break down the day’s biggest stories.

Jerry then turns to a major infrastructure setback in Windsor, where a statement from Chuck Andary confirms the Gordie Howe Bridge opening is delayed. Jerry speaks with Mike Kakuk, co‑host of Mornings with Mike and Meg on AM800 in Windsor.

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

Jerry closes the hour by returning to the day’s top story: the Toronto officer shot during an exchange of gunfire. He speaks again with Mark Mendelson for updated analysis of the situation.

Jerry opens the show with breaking news: a Toronto police officer has been shot during an exchange of gunfire. He speaks with Mark Mendelson, NEWSTALK 1010 Crime Expert and former homicide detective, about what is known so far and what investigators will be looking for next.

 

Jerry then turns to Parliament Hill where he speaks with Tony Baldinelli, Conservative MP for Niagara Falls & Niagara‑on‑the‑Lake, about the Paul Bernardo Bill as it approaches its second‑reading vote. 

 

Jerry returns to the breaking story with new updates on the Toronto officer who was shot, as Chief Myron Demkiw and TPA President, Clayton Campbell give an update. He is then joined by Mark Mendelson and Courtney Heels, CP24 reporter, for on‑the‑ground reporting and analysis.

It’s time for Party for Two! Jerry is joined by National Post columnist Tristin Hopper to break down the biggest headlines of the day. 

Next, he looks at a new survey showing men are nearly twice as likely as women to admit lying in job interviews. He opens the phones and asks listeners: have you ever stretched the truth on a resume or in an interview...even just a little? 

Then, it’s time to discuss some auto stories with Brian Turner of Driving.ca. They talk about why suburban Toronto drivers are facing higher auto insurance premiums, and why travellers hoping to rent electric vehicles to save on gas may be out of luck, as rental companies lag behind in EV availability.

To wrap up the show, Jerry opens the lines and asks listeners to share one experience that changed their life.

Jerry opens the show discussing a troubling incident out of B.C., where a teacher was reprimanded after calling a student a “fat kid” during a P.E. class. He shares his thoughts and takes listener calls about their thoughts. 

Next, Jerry is joined by Lianne Phillipson, nutritionist and host of Eat This with Lianne, who shares her experience living out of an Airstream while travelling across North America. 

Jerry then turns to a broader conversation about workplace relationships and nepotism. He asks listeners: is it ever appropriate to leverage family connections for career opportunities, or does it cross an ethical line?

Finally, he explores the emerging trend of “doomjobbing,” where workers disengage from their jobs but remain employed while mass-applying for jobs.