The Morning Show with Devon Peacock

On today’s edition of The Morning Show Podcast, Timothy Sly from Toronto Metropolitan University joins the show to discuss the confirmation of eight hantavirus cases aboard a cruise ship in the Atlantic and what the public should know about the illness. We also look at a new poll showing strong Canadian support for banning social media access and AI chatbots for children under 16. Ryan Gauss and Jeremy McCall join the weekly panel to talk about London’s worsening traffic congestion, possible solutions to improve traffic flow, and ideas to attract more people back to the downtown core. We also discuss new lottery rules in Canada that will allow some jackpot winners to remain anonymous.

Today’s edition of The Morning Show Podcast begins with a look at major issues unfolding at city hall including delays in building permits tied to uncertainty around development charge discounts, concerns surrounding e-scooters and what topics could dominate London’s municipal election campaign this fall. Ward 7 Councillor Corrine Rahman joins the show to discuss recommendations to continue London’s e-scooter pilot project while introducing tougher bylaws and enforcement measures. We also speak with Sherri and Alex Moore, the husband and wife duo both seeking elected office this fall, about their campaigns and priorities. Later, Samm Simon shares the emotional story behind his upcoming 251 kilometre charity run from Stratford to Tobermory to raise money for cancer care in honour of his wife who is battling terminal cancer. The podcast wraps up with a discussion about the Toronto Maple Leafs winning the NHL draft lottery and what it could mean for the future of the franchise.