The Scribble with Jeremy Bradley

It was a year ago that everybody was looking forward to 2020 ending with a new year and new start on things. How'd that turn out for ya? Jeremy Bradley talks about the positive way he ends the year by looking back at the past 12 months. He says there's nothing wrong with looking ahead, but to recognize the personal and professional accomplishments you had in 2021. JB shares some examples. Later, he talks about his new hobby to recognize the passing of his grandma. JB wonders if she's watching over him in those moments. Stay tuned for that story. Oh yeah, and Happy New Year!

It's the day before Christmas and Jeremy Bradley is only now feeling Christmassy. Instead of pre-taping the Christmas show as in past years, JB insisted on waiting until the very last minute when he was actually in the holiday spirit. He shares some of his family traditions and his memories from Christmases past. Later, JB gives an update on the death of his beloved golden retriever, Ernie. The 13-year-old pooch had been part of his life -- and career -- and JB shares the sad story of his demise... but, there's a happy ending to the story. There's a happy twist that'll leave you smiling. Merry Christmas!

Would you respond to an online ad for someone seeking a friend? Jeremy Bradley discusses a post geared towards meeting a new companion. Is it too difficult to make friends with someone at work or school, or is it just easier making a connection and having a friendship with someone online? JB has thoughts about a specific ad and discusses his feelings about replying to such a post. Do you think the person has "other" things in mind or would it seriously be for a genuine friendship? Listen to the ad and see what you think.

It doesn't take long for things to go off the rails when Jeremy Bradley and Marie Osmond connect on the phone. Marie is the guest this week and she talks about her new Lifetime movie and music album that are both out today. But, things go from funny to awkward when JB references a part of the movie that Marie doesn't remember and laughter ensues. Plus, what was Christmas like for the Osmonds? Also, Marie's new album, Unexpected, is out and she recaps the tracks and why they have such significance to her. Later, JB talks about Christmas memories with his family and some of the traditions that happened at their house. Has JB continued them or started his own since he's been a grownup for 14 years in his house?

There's nothing like a lazy day around the house. Do you feel guilty about getting nothing accomplished or is it enjoyed until the final minute? Jeremy Bradley talks about having chill days at home and not caring that nothing got done. Plus, is it OK to become picky with age? Do you feel that a potential romantic partner needs to meet higher standards as you get older?  Or is it the opposite: You settle for whatever you can get later in life? JB talks about his ultimate no-deal characteristics and mannerisms. (Good thing he's not single and ready to mingle!) Later, JB goes on another parenting rant.  He's had enough of parents trying to be friends with their kids. Enough with the cutesy nicknames like "Princess" and "Buddy." Is over-praising kids just fueling the next generation of hypersensitive snowflakes?

She's written a series of letters to her son and Jedediah Bila joins Jeremy Bradley to talk about the book that came of the project. The former The View co-host talks about life's lessons and why she penned such personal messages to her two-year-old in the book, Dear Hartley. Moreover, why were the letters published in book form for the world to see? Plus, what life lessons would Jedediah wanted to have known in the moment and which ones as an adult? Later, Jedediah had a combative appearance on The View when she returned as a guest to promote the book. Was she ambushed with questions about vaccines? Also, has Jedediah spoken with any of her former co-host "friends" since the segment?

It's usually only once news anchors retire that we get all the juicy behind-the-scenes stories about the broadcast world. Which politicians were jerks? Who was the worst person to interview? Jeremy Bradley pokes for answers from legendary CBC News anchor, Peter Mansbridge, while discussing the new book, Off the Record. Peter recounts his journalism career and the highs and lows of the business. Later, JB talks about his early interests in news and the first event he "covered" and when he realized he was hooked. Over 18 years later, JB is still a newspaper columnist. 

It made international headlines that "Judge Judy" wasn't taking her on-screen sidekick to her new streaming show. How does her former TV bailiff, Petri Hawkins-Byrd, feel about being snubbed by the most-famous woman in daytime TV? Petri and his wife, Makita, chat with Jeremy Bradley about what happened after Judy Sheindlin's show left CBS and went streaming, rebranded as Judy Justice. How do Petri and Makita, who was a producer on Judge Judy, feel about the new show? Petri talks about what happened in the so-called failed contract negotiations, but does he feel it was really about money as Judy allegedly told him? Are there hard feelings between the two and Judy after all this went down? Moreover, would they work for the famous TV judge again? Plus, how has the couple rebounded after the snub?  It's all talked about on the show this week!

Jeremy Bradley once again dials up radio producer, Suzanne Howler, to discuss random topics from their lives. JB reveals that his mom is a stalker. She's circling and surveilling JB's grandma's house and property after it was recently sold following her death. Worse yet, she's poking around the new owner's life and chatting with the neighbors to see what's going on. Also, she's taking photos of the property and complaining to family about what's happening at the house. But, it's the new owner's business what he does so what is it her concern? Suzanne, as a mom, chimes in to share her thoughts. Later, when someone comes to you and says they're having substantial cosmetic surgery, do you mind your own business or give your opinion? Finally, if you have a detailed dream, do you connect the dots and see if it relates to something in your everyday life? (The first part of their chat is Episode 347.)

In a time when there's such a push for people to be accepted for who they are, it brings to discussion the contradiction of people focusing so much on their looks. Jeremy Bradley chimes in on beauty trends, such as super-long eyelashes. They look incredibly fake so what is the point? JB discusses the argument of women being judged on their looks yet complain they're sexualized because of their appearance. Can people have it both ways? Later, is JB's mom stalking the guy who bought his grandma's house? Mom is up to some pretty creepy things after selling her childhood home. Is there reason to be concerned? Plus, another Ask JB segment where a listener questions the actions of a company interviewing for a job.