The Jerry Agar Show

Jerry Agar examines the recent pay raise for Premier Doug Ford and Ontario MPPs, with commentary and audio. Next, Richard Shimooka, a military expert from the Macdonald Laurier Institute, discusses the potential cost of the "Golden Dome" project, as estimated by Donald Trump. The show also features a discussion on the Toronto District School Board's review of its specialized program admission policies, seeking public feedback on the fairness of rewarding students. Finally, the podcast opens the phone lines to listeners, inviting them to share their experiences of neighborhood feuds

We delve into today's headlines on Party for Two. We'll discuss a violent assault investigation with crime specialist Mark Mendelson. Other topics include Toronto's speed camera vandalism, copper thefts in Oshawa, and the debate around mandatory child vaccines. We'll also cover the Niagara-on-the-Lake tourism strategy change. Later, we'll analyze The Blacklocks Report, focusing on MP ethics and finally your calls on the Toronto Islands' summer improvements.

Jerry Agar starts the show discussing the evil in the world siting stories like the daytime assault investigation in Orillia. We'll then discuss Canada Post's final offer to its union with business expert Marvin Ryder. Later, we'll explore the rise of AI in job interviews and food delivery, with commentary from a technology analyst and firsthand experiences.

• Party For Two with Mike Kakuk
• City of Windsor hires mayor's wife
• Jerry talks to Ryan Knight, President and Co-founder of the Afro-Caribbean Business Network about the Black Opportunity Fund launching an investment firm to support Black Canadian entrepreneurs
• Judge sides with man facing possible deportation to Italy over alleged organized crime ties in Ontario

• Jerry talks about how he uses AI and how it's not all bad
• Why the TDSB is wrong to adopt 'anti-Palestinian racism' policy

• Should the government stop treating air travel like it is a luxury? Is it now a necessity to do life or business?

• A few stories in the news has Jerry asking "Is this just people being irresponsible (overleveraged) or a sign of times?"

Jerry will bring coverage of the Throne Speech throughout the hour.Brian Lilley will join Jerry on Party for Two and will discuss all the recounts in Canada’s recent election.Crime specialist and former homicide detective Mark Mendelson joins Jerry to discuss the extra $750K that Toronto will be spending on security for festivals.It’s Telescopic Tuesday. Dan Riskin joins in with science stories of the week.Deb Hutton joins Jerry to discuss the Throne Speech delivered by King Charles this morning.

Jerry starts the show with his speech about having hope, even in some of these trying times.Are you being constantly disrupted at work?  A report estimates workplace interruptions occur every 2 minutes.When flying, do you jump into the aisle upon landing to rush off the plane before anyone else? This might become illegal on some airlines.A Toronto high school starts early and takes a November break. Listen to find out why.

Sabrina Nanji of Queen’s Park Observer joins Jerry for party for two, Sunira Chaudhri and Jerry discuss Minister Piccini Press Conference and Ontario teachers demand province increase education funding

Jerry discusses home delivery, why monarchy is important, and why do people lose on purpose

Jim Richards joins Party for Two to discuss the top stories of the day. Dan Kelly from the Canadian Federation of Business discusses the impact a postal strike could have on small businesses. Then, Dr. Mitch Shulman weighs in on how sitting for too long can impact your lifespan.  It's Friday, which means Touchdowns and Fumbles with Bob Reid!