The Scribble with Jeremy Bradley

Election Week continues for Americans, so naturally, Canadian, Jeremy Bradley, chimes in on watching the drama unfold on Tuesday... and Wednesday... and Thursday. JB comments on CNN's "Magic Wall" and how it probably lost the average viewer. Does anybody really care about the rapid-fire barrage of historical stats in a county and how Hillary did four years ago? It's information overload that only politicians and TV commentators care about! Also, what exactly is the purpose of polls ahead of an election? Is it meant to influence voters to sway the ballot or, again, is it just for the talking heads? Plus, JB shares thoughts about how differently Canadians and Americans view politics, noting how there's never been a fight in his family because nobody cares how others vote. Later, music legend Don McLean talks about 50 years of his super-hit American Pie and what's planned for the song's golden anniversary.

Halloween is here! Or is it? With corona throwing off everything this year, the special days and holidays are all in limbo. Jeremy Bradley shares the story of the first Halloween in his house 12 years ago and how it was a major disappointment. But, things livened up the next year with smoke alarm drama. Later, and equally as scary, the American presidential election is just days away. Two Canadians chime in on what's happening down south. The CBC's Rosemary Barton has a new political show launching this weekend and she joins JB to talk about Canadian and American politics.

Oy. Another presidential debate played out on Thursday. Jeremy Bradley chimes in on the arguing grandpas and how it made viewers feel when they saw two grown-ass men who couldn't follow the rules -- rules that seem necessary for preschool children (if even). Plus, the holiday shopping season is underway and JB talks about some gift ideas that could face the wrath of "cancel culture" because they appear sexist. Are "Gifts for Her" really only for women or is that merchandisers and marketers saying guys shouldn't want them for themselves? Also, The Conners is back on ABC. Michael Fishman previews the upcoming season and how the sitcom addresses coronavirus, the presidential election and its legendary Halloween episode.

Dueling presidential town halls. Yup, that's really a good way to help voters make up their mind as election day approaches! Canadian Jeremy Bradley chimes in on the battle of the TV networks pitting candidates against each other... without each other. Was it more for ratings or did the programming actually help voters? Plus, as the seasons change, does your body react to the time and weather shift? With it getting darker earlier and it getting colder outside, does it have an affect on your internal clock? Later, JB reflects on two major weather events that played out that had people concerned for his well being -- but he wasn't even near the areas at the time. Why the confusion? He explains the coincidences.

American Ninja Warrior is in full swing on NBC and Matt Iseman returns to talk about the hit reality competition show. Jeremy Bradley wonders what production was like during coronavirus quarantine. Matt outlines the safety measures that were in place during shooting and how it drastically changed the season. Which obstacle does Matt think is the toughest in the competition? Plus, JB talks about behind-the-scenes drama when guests are late for their interview. Which author was the biggest nightmare? JB is spilling the tea this week.

Didn't see that coming, hey? With Donald Trump diagnosed with coronavirus, it has Jeremy Bradley wondering if the president will change his tune on the seriousness of the pandemic. Will Trump now encourage others to make safe choices or will he find some way to make an excuse and brush it off? Also, do you have sympathy for someone who disregards warnings and suddenly becomes victim to what they were downplaying? JB wonders if the cable news commentators who regularly attack Trump's character really feel for his situation as they claim to on TV. Plus, JB relates to Americans paying for healthcare after encountering large vet bills for a sick dog. Later, The Weakest Link returned to NBC earlier this week and Jane Lynch surprised JB on the radio. The segment is replayed on the podcast.

America's Got Talent crowned a new winner this week. Brandon Leake joined Jeremy Bradley on the radio hours after winning the $1 million prize. How does he plan to make it big in Las Vegas? Later, AGT judge Howie Mandel joins the conversation to wrap up the unconventional season of the reality competition show. Does Howie agree with the online criticism that Brandon isn't a good fit for Vegas? Howie chimes in on the debate. Later, The Simpsons returns this weekend and executive producer, Al Jean, joins JB to preview what's to come for the famous Springfield family. The Simpsons recently chimed in on a real-life political story, does that mean there will be other true-to-life mentions this season? Does coronavirus strike The Simpsons?

There's so much happening in the world -- from hurricanes to wildfires to civil unrest -- do people care about celebrities patting themselves on the back? Jeremy Bradley talks about this weekend's Emmys and how awards shows continue to pull in low ratings. Plus, did the celebrity Instagram boycott really achieve anything? Why don't the rich and famous permanently pull the plug if they're so against a platform? (And even though they might not have posted that day, you better believe they were still tuned into the app to see what others were doing.) Also, when it comes to reality competition shows, such as AGT, do people get through based on their talent or their backstory? JB shares some thoughts about how contestants advance.

Social media seems to be the most common place to rant about your experiences, but does a formal review on Google or Yelp have a bit more clout? Do you take seriously someone's words when on a relevant platform? Jeremy Bradley discovered posting reviews online and has a story about a local business and determining if its reputation online was true to life. Plus, whatever happened to that business pitch from Shark Tank? Do you ever ask that question after watching the show? It's been five years since JB chatted with the founder of Budsies. How's the company doing now? Most importantly: Is it still in business? The mastermind behind the business calls in for an update.

Labor/Labour Day is here... but do holiday weekends mean anything? Hasn't summer been one big holiday for most people? Nevertheless, this is the official end to summer -- but does it even feel like summer happened? Jeremy Bradley talks about how people having months and months off from work and school somehow didn't feel like a summer break despite having little to do every day. JB began to make slight life choices last month (out of boredom) and recaps how the respective changes impacted his well being. Later, two unfortunate incidents for JB's dog show just how much of a trooper your fur baby can be. Plus, as you get older, do you find yourself saying, "When I was your age..." and talking about what was happening during that era? Old man J sure is.