The Stuph File Program

The Stuph File Program

Featuring filmmaker Leslee Udwin; & filmmaker Ace Cruz

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Leslee Udwin is the documentary filmmaker behind the controversial BBC film India's Daughter, about the 2012 fatal gang-rape of a woman in New Delhi. The film includes an interview with one of the rapists who blamed women.

Ace Cruz is an actor and filmmaker in Los Angeles who is making his mark in the independent film world. He has been the driving force behind six films so far through his Spirit Films. You can also find out more information about Ace and his films on his Facebook page.

This week's opening slate is presented by Christine Milks, an office administrator in Gananoque, Ontario and also a part Liberal candidate in the provincial Ontario riding of Leeds Grenville.

The Stuph File Program

Featuring sci-fi novelist, Robert J. Sawyer; media manager, Pat Caporali; & zombie artist, Rob Sacchetto

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Hugo and Nebula Award winning sci-fi writer, Robert J. Sawyer, has just published his 23rd novel. It's called Quantum Night and it's a futuristic look at psychopaths

Pat Caporali is the Media Manager for Fiat Chrysler Automobiles' Mopar brand. She talks about the growing trend of women in motorsports.

Zombie artist Rob Sacchetto can turn even the prettiest prom queen into a creepy bloody zombie. He's back to talk about his latest project of offering up zombie playing cards.

This week's opening slate is presented by childhood friend Harold Halpert, who now spends his time living in Germany, Sweden & Canada.

The Stuph File Program

Featuring Robert Rice, founder & creator of Big Ol Box Of Stuff; John Crestani, CMO of Nutryst; & Peter Franklin, The Gabby Cabby

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The popularity of superhero movies continues and with the recent box office records set by the R-rated Deadpool, there doesn't seem to be an end in sight. We discuss it with Robert Rice, a comic industry expert and the founder and creator of Big Ol Box Of Stuff, a nerd/retro box filled with a touch of today and a splash of yesterday's hottest trends.

Internet addiction, sometimes referred to as cyberspace addiction or online addiction, can manifest itself in many ways in today's teens. We discuss it with Google and automation expert, John Crestani, the CMO of Nutryst, a private nutraceutical affiliate network.

Peter Franklin, the Gabby Cabby, is in New York to share a slice of the Big Apple from his yellow mobile conveyance lounge. He’s also the author of the book The Gabby Cabby: Life on the Street from New York’s Radio-Active Cabdriver.

This week's opening slate is presented by Natalie Davis, Program Director at GDPR Nashville.

The Stuph File Program

Featuring Edward Meyer, of Ripley's Believe It or Not!; science writer, Andrew Fazekas; & actress & screenwriter Kim Kopf

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This week in the United States is President's Day. With that in mind Edward Meyer, the VP of Exhibits & Archives from Ripley's Believe It or Not!, is back, sharing some interesting facts about some American Presidents.

Andrew Fazekas, "The Night Sky Guy" is back to discuss the recent discovery of gravitational waves in our solar system, a theory first put out by Albert Einstein a century ago. Plus, just where or what is Planet 9?

Kim Kopf is an actress and screenwriter. She has written a horror/drama set in a mental hospital, called Experiment 77, which takes place at the underfunded and forgotten mental institution, Safe Haven.

This week's opening slate is presented by my nephew, Jordan Alleyne.

The Stuph File Program

Featuring Mark Cohen, author of Overweight Sensation: The Life and Comedy of Allan Sherman (Brandeis Series in American Jewish History, Culture, and Life); & Tami Gilbert, author of Courage to Persevere: A Compelling Story Of Struggle, Survival, And Triumph

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The late king of parody songs, Allan Sherman, is probably best known for his hit "Hello Muddah, Hello Fadduh", even though he has an extensive canon of classic songs. Mark Cohen has written the definitive biography on Sherman entitled Overweight Sensation: The Life and Comedy of Allan Sherman (Brandeis Series in American Jewish History, Culture, and Life).

Everyone knows you should never share your salary with your coworkers. But what else is best kept to yourself? Tami Gilbert, an author, nurse and MBA holder who experienced bullying and betrayal at work, devotes an entire chapter to the topic in her new book, Courage to Persevere: A Compelling Story Of Struggle, Survival, And Triumph.

This week's opening slate is presented by Robert Soroka, a marketing professor at both McGill University and Dawson College in Montreal.

The Stuph File Program

Featuring Mike Wolfe of Calendhair; Ron Irwin, author of Mass Murders in America; & Florence Ann Romano, author of Nanny and Me

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Mike Wolfe from Idaho has an extremely hairy back. But with the help of his friend, Tyler Harding, he's turned it into art, which you can display year round in the form of a calendar called Calendhair. Part of the proceeds from the calendar go to Gates of Hope Foundation, which empowers youth in Kenya and refugee youth in Boise, Idaho through education.

Former criminal defence attorney and author Ron Irwin has released his latest book entitled Mass Murders in America. It presents a detailed rendition of 30 of the deadliest mass murders in American history from "The Walk of Death" in Camden, New Jersey in 1949 to the still simmering carnage at the Inland Regional Center in San Bernardino, California just last year.

What's it like to be a nanny? We put that question to the Windy City Nanny, Florence Ann Romano. She's the author of Nanny and Me.

This week's opening slate is presented by Mark Silverman, Strategy Director at Critical Mass.

The Stuph File Program

Featuring journalist Dave Pell of NextDraft; Anelia Sutton from TinyLittleEmpires.com; & Stuart Nulman with Book Banter

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San Francisco based journalist Dave Pell has an excellent online newsletter, NextDraft, that features a collection of news items he gathers each day. He's also one half of a great podcast duo, along with journalist and editor Phil Bronstein, called What Hurts.

Anelia Sutton, from TinyLittleEmpires.com, says you shouldn't rely on luck when it comes to your financial future. There are better ways to financial freedom, especially in the ever-evolving web-world. The next generation of millionaires can be found on the Internet, turning websites into global businesses. Anelia offers a free 33-page book that you can download from her site.

Stuart Nulman is on with another edition of Book Banter.  This week’s reviewed book is Andy & Don: The Making of a Friendship and a Classic American TV Show written by Daniel De Vise, (Simon & Schuster, $34). You can also read Stuart’s reviews in The Montreal Times. 

This week's opening slate is presented by Montreal broadcaster, Al Randall.

The Stuph File Program

Featuring financial expert, Jordan Goodman; science writer, Andrew Fazekas; & communications specialist, Anita Covic

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Last week's huge billion dollar Powerball Lottery draw in the United States drew a lot of buzz and excitement. Even many Canadians made the trip across the border to buy into the dream. The big jackpot was won last Wednesday with three winning tickets. But what if you won such a huge jackpot, what then? We put that answer to financial expert Jordan Goodman, "America's Money Answers Man."

Andrew Fazekas, "The Night Sky Guy" is back to discuss some of the big space and astronomy news of 2015 and what we should be looking forward to in 2016.

When it comes to online dating, the month of January sees far more matches and dating-related messages than any other month of the year. We talk about it with Anita Covic, the Communications Specialist for AnastasiaDate and AsianDate.

This week's opening slate is presented by my niece, Damica Alleyne.

The Stuph File Program

Featuring Anthony Del Col, co-creator of Assassin's Creed; Pete Trabucco, author of America's Rollercoasters; & Stuart Nulman with Book Banter

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Anthony Del Col is back on the program. He's one of the creators of Kill Shakespeare, a twelve part comic book series featuring Shakespeare's most famous heroes. They've now branched out with a new series out called Assassin's Creed which dives into the Salem Witch Trials of 1692.

Pete Trabucco is a travel expert and also a bit of a thrill seeker. He's the author of America's Top Roller Coasters and Amusement Parks. He's back on the program with his list of the top amusement parks for 2016.

Stuart Nulman is on with another edition of Book Banter.  This week’s reviewed book is Road Trip Rwanda: A Journey Into the New Heart of Africa written by Will Ferguson, (Viking, $34). You can also read Stuart’s reviews in The Montreal Times. 

This week's opening slate is presented by technology analyst & journalist Carmi Levy, Canada's go-to tech guru, a geek who tracks the telecommunications, web services and social media markets, and frequently speaks to Business News Network, the Canadian Press and others, to make sense of the industry's latest news and trends. As the CTV Technology Analyst, he regularly contributes his insight to Canada AM, CTV News Channel, the CTV National News, and a growing range of Bell Media radio stations. Check out his blog, Written Inc.

The Stuph File Program

Featuring actor Anson Williams, author of The Perfect Portion Cookbook; Marty Essen author of Endangered Edens; &  Peter Franklin, The Gabby Cabby

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Anson Williams is best known for his role as Potsie Weber on the iconic sitcom Happy Days. Since that show's historic run Williams has gone on to be an award-winning television director, writer, producer, and entrepreneur. And with a new book, he has also ventured into the kitchen. He's the co-author of The Perfect Portion Cookbook.

Marty Essen is the author of the unique travel guide, Endangered Edens: Exploring the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, Costa Rica, the Everglades, and Puerto Rico.

Peter Franklin, the Gabby Cabby, is in New York to share a slice of the Big Apple from his yellow mobile conveyance lounge. He’s also the author of the book The Gabby Cabby: Life on the Street from New York’s Radio-Active Cabdriver.

This week's opening slate is presented by Richard Berle, founder of VoxBox Canada.