The Jerry Agar Show

Karen Stintz joins Jerry today at the party table to discuss some of  today's top stories including the gun threat at the White House correspondents’ dinner. 

Bob Richardson joins the show to answer questions on the future of the NDP more importantly, if there is a future for the party at all.

Jerry takes your calls on if Patti Hadju should still be minister, and why does our city continue to make decisions that don't make sense? Jerry expresses his thoughts on this topic being an issue for a very long time!

Jerry opens today's show following up with his conversation with Mark Mendelson last Friday about the alleged antisemitism claims within the TPS.

Anne Marie Aikins chats with Jerry to discuss her article on why Doug Ford’s government should expect leaks to reporters.

Jerry also takes on the topic of what the punishment should be if caught watching Netflix on your phone.

On today's Party for Two, Jim Richards is at the party table to talk about the top stories of the day with Jerry! 

Toronto police have busted an alleged “SMS‑blaster” cybercrime ring in the first case of its kind in Canada. 

Newstalk 1010 tech expert, Carmi Levy is here to break down how this works and if we should worry.  

Next, Jerry discusses antisemitism in the Toronto Police service with Newstalk 1010 crime expert and former homicide detective, Mark Mendelson.   

It's Friday! That means, Bob Reid is here for Touchdowns and Fumbles. This week Bob gets your opinion on Premier Ford's decision to cancel the purchase of the provincial jet.

Jerry opens the show talking about thin‑skinned politicians who seem to be sensitive to criticism in public debate.  

Jerry then speaks with Dave Trafford about several major provincial issues, including, proposals to restrict foreign ownership of farmland, Ontario’s plan to require a financial‑literacy test for high‑school graduation, and changes to FOI legislation. 

Next, Jerry gets your thoughts on the province’s new requirement that Ontario high‑school students will soon need to pass a financial‑literacy test to graduate.

Plus, what’s the future of the cheque?  As financial literacy becomes mandatory, Jerry asks listeners whether cheques will even exist when today’s kids become adults.

It’s Party for Two! Today Barb DiGiulio joins Jerry to break down the top stories of the day.

Jerry then speaks with Wayne Smith, Director of the Institute for Hospitality and Tourism Research at TMU, about the economic impacts of bringing the World Cup to Toronto. 

The Blacklock's Report, with Tom Korski, Managing Editor at Blacklocks.ca, covers the latest from Ottawa and Parliament Hill.

Dogs have taken over nearly every aspect of our lives. Jerry gets your thoughts on this.  

Jerry opens the show by talking about the city going after a landlord for property‑standards violations by beginning $120,000 in repairs that will be charged back to the owner.

Jerry then looks at a new report on policy choices and the decline of entrepreneurship in Canada with Charles Lammam, a Senior Fellow at the MEI.

Ontario cities push the province to cover losses from development‑charge cuts, Jerry weighs in with his thoughts. 

Plus, the City council has approved expanding the Jet Ski ban along more of the waterfront, and Jerry gets your thoughts.

On today's Party for Two, Mike Kakuk, co‑host of Mornings with Mike and Meg on AM800 in Windsor, joins Jerry to break down the top stories of the day.

Jerry then takes your calls on business security and crime, continuing the conversation sparked by the Fairview Mall shooting.

Next, Jerry asks: How difficult is it to sell a property with a history like Kingston Pen?  Frank Leo weighs in on this.

Canada must be able to conduct its own space launches, according to a new federal bill. But can Canada do it? Jesse Rogerson, Astrophysicist and assistant professor at York University explains whether Canada can realistically achieve this.

Jerry opens the show with news that Pride organizations are calling on Ontario to create a fund to support the festival. Jerry gives his thoughts on this. 

Jerry then turns to a city councillor’s $20,000 in legal fees, which may end up on the taxpayers’ tab. He speaks with Sunira Chaudhri, employment lawyer from Workly Law.

Next, Jerry looks at business security and crime following the Fairview Mall security‑guard shooting with security and personnel protection expert, John Cowan.

Jerry speaks with Tasha Kheiriddin, who argues that Carney is preparing to fail in negotiations with Trump.

On today's Party for Two, Bob Richardson, NEWSTALK 1010 contributor and public affairs consultant, joins Jerry to break down the top stories of the day.

Jerry then looks at a promise fulfilled by Mark Carney. Provinces are on track to allow cross‑border alcohol sales by next month.

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

A new survey found that false online health information is prompting doctors to intervene more often. Jerry speaks with Dr. Mitch, NEWSTALK 1010 Medical Correspondent about this.

Jerry opens the show with his thoughts on Marineland’s request for a $10–$20 million federal loan to export belugas to the United States, raising questions about ethics, oversight, and public funding.

Branding and marketing expert Tony Chapman weighs in on Nike’s “walkers tolerated” Boston Marathon ad, which was pulled after backlash and Drake’s massive ice‑sculpture promo. 

Jerry then looks at new data showing the Canadian military has hit a 30‑year recruitment high, with many permanent residents joining. 

The city of Toronto may drop a 24-year ban on sidewalk vending licenses.