The Jerry Agar Show

It’s Party for Two! Today, Jim Richards, host of The Jim Richards Show on NEWSTALK 1010, joins Jerry to break down the top stories of the day. He then speaks with Mike Ross, producer, co‑creator, and performer of Inside American Pie, about Mirvish’s new show and the stories behind one of music’s most iconic songs. Next, Jerry takes calls from women about safety in the city, following new reporting on drug use and danger during Toronto’s World Cup events. The hour wraps with Touchdowns and Fumbles, as Bob Reid, Principal at Broadway Strategy & Communications, weighs in on the communications strategy around Toronto’s World Cup Fan Fest.

Jerry opens the show by talking about how Ontario has purchased a used $28.9‑million private jet. Aviation expert John Tory Jr. helps break down the purchase, and if it was a good idea. Jerry then turns to parenting with the idea that your kids will make mistakes, and your job is to let them. Katherine Martinko, author of Childhood Unplugged, discusses letting children fail to learn in life. Next, Jerry discusses the over 150 inmates who were improperly released from Ontario jails, with some missing for months.

On today's Party for Two, Randi Rahamim, Managing Director at Teneo, joins Jerry at the party table to break down the top stories of the day. Jerry then speaks with Conservative MP Sandra Cobena from Newmarket–Aurora about gas prices, gas taxes, and the political fallout from floor crossers in Ottawa. On this week's Blacklock’s Report, Tom Korski, Managing Editor at Blacklocks.ca, brings the latest stories from Parliament Hill and explains what’s really happening behind the scenes. Plus - after hearing about the Italian dunk tank for bad politicians, Jerry asks: which politicians would you dunk, and why?

Jerry opens the show with the story of a Ford government minister and Vaughan MPP who claimed to have attended a prestigious U.S. university in official bios... but didn’t. Employment lawyer Sunira Chaudhri from Workly Law joins Jerry to talk about the legal and ethical lines when it comes to misrepresenting credentials. Jerry then turns to a new report showing that small business closures in Canada are now outpacing new business starts. Ryan Mallough, VP of Legislative Affairs at the Canadian Federation of Independent Business, explains what’s driving the trend and what it means for local business. Next, Jerry turns to an Italian town's political tradition: putting an effigy of a politician in a cage and dunking them for making the year’s worst decision. Marco Lazzeri and Diana Ferrari from the Feste Vigiliane in Trento explain how the event works.

It’s Party for Two! Today Will Stewart, Senior Vice President at Enterprise Canada, joins Jerry to break down the top stories of the day. Jerry then speaks with Noah Jarvis, Ontario Director for the Canadian Taxpayers Federation, about why Toronto’s proposed government‑run grocery stores will cost taxpayers and won’t make food cheaper, according to the CTF. Could the Liberal win in Terrebonne push more Conservative MPs to cross the floor? Political commentator, Tasha Kheiriddin, weighs in. The city’s World Cup Fan Fest was supposed to be free but now the city plans to charge for it. Jerry gives his thoughts and gets yours.

Jerry opens the show with the story of a Whitby councillor facing a 30-day pay suspension after a ruling from the Integrity Commissioner. New data shows Ontario high‑school attendance has dropped to 40%. Jerry gives his thoughts on mandatory attendance. Next, Jerry looks at a new report arguing that a lack of incentives is limiting the adoption of new health technologies in Canada. Emmanuelle Faubert, an Economist at the Montreal Economic Institute gives insight into the report. Did Winners close some of its bathrooms? Jerry talks about the broader issue of public washroom access, and whether businesses should be expected to keep them open to the public.

It’s Party for Two! Today Tristin Hopper joins Jerry at the table to break down the top stories of the day. Jerry and Brian Lilley discuss last night’s by‑election results and the newly announced fuel tax break. Next, it’s Telescopic Tuesday, as NEWSTALK 1010 Science Expert Dan Riskin brings the top science stories of the week and answers listener questions. Prime Minister Carney announced that Canada is temporarily suspending the federal fuel excise tax on gas, diesel, and aviation fuel. Jerry speaks with Dan McTeague, president of Canadians for Affordable Energy, about what this means for prices.

Jerry opens the show reacting to the Liberal majority government win and asks... now what? Jerry then turns to a new report showing Ontario is falling behind its U.S. neighbours. Jake Fuss, Senior Analyst at the Fraser Institute joins Jerry to break down the numbers and what Ontario needs to do. Next, it’s time for Ask a (Former) Traffic Cop, as Jerry brings your traffic questions to Sean Shapiro! Anthropic’s new AI model has sparked a rush from industry and government to strengthen cyber‑defence. Jerry speaks with Associate Deam of information and communication at Humber Polytechnic.

On today's Party for Two, Jerry and today’s party guest, Karen Stintz, break down the top stories of the day. Jerry then looks at a new opinion piece arguing that bigger cars should cost more when it comes to parking spaces. He takes your calls on the question of whether bigger cars should pay more for street parking? Next, Jerry speaks with Dan McTeague, president of Canadians for Affordable Energy, about how gas prices are impacted by the war in Iran, and how Dan predicts gas priced in an unpredictable situation. Plus, what do you do when your kid has a meltdown in public? Jerry takes your calls and stories.

Jerry opens the show by talking about floor crossers amid today's federal by-election. Jerry then speaks with Jay Goldberg, Canadian Affairs Manager at the Consumer Choice Center, about his latest column arguing that Canada should be listening to United States' trade grievances because it could affect Canadian industries. Next, Jerry turns to today’s federal by‑election, speaking with Graham Richardson, CTV Ottawa Bureau Chief. Do you have a decompression ritual before or after work?

It’s time for Party for Two, and today Deb is joined by Jim Richards, host of The Jim Richards Show on NEWSTALK 1010, to break down the top stories of the day. Deb then looks at Toronto’s Vacant Home Tax, including a question about how it’s being applied and whether it’s working as intended. Police and the city are investigating the removal of trees in a midtown neighbourhood without permits. Deb takes your calls: Should homeowners be allowed to remove trees on their own property without city approval? The show closes with Touchdowns and Fumbles! Deb Hutton and Bob Reid, Principal at Broadway Strategy & Communications, get your thoughts on Melania Trump’s rare public statement, in which she said she was never remotely friends with Jeffrey Epstein.

Deb Hutton hosts the Jerry Agar show and opens the show with TTC spokesperson, Stuart Green, to talk about how subway service on Line 2 was suspended for nearly three hours this morning. Deb then turns to retail shoplifting. Are these thefts the result of a high cost of living or organized crime? Next, Markham has lost more than $7 million in federal funding after blocking fourplexes using strong‑mayor powers. Mayor Frank Scarpitti, the Mayor of Markham, joins the show. Artemis II returns to Earth today, ending a record‑breaking trip around the moon. Paul Delaney, Professor Emeritus, Department of Physics & Astronomy, York University breaks it down.

On today's Party for Two, Deb Hutton is hosting the show and Jerry Agar is at the party table to break down the top stories of the day. Deb continues the Botox story with Dr. Ihab Matta, owner and director of DM Cosmetic and Wellness Centre in Woodbridge, who discusses the risks, regulations, and what patients should know before undergoing cosmetic procedures. Next, it’s The Blacklock's Report, with Tom Korski, covering the top political and accountability stories from Ottawa and Parliament Hill. The hour closes with an Iran update with Christian Leuprecht. The ceasefire in the Iran war is teetering, strained by disagreements over Lebanon and the Strait of Hormuz.

Deb Hutton is hosting the Jerry Agar Show today and opens the show by taking your calls on floor‑crossing politicians like Marilyn Gladu, who earlier this year backed a petition calling for automatic byelections when MPs cross the floor. Deb discusses floor crossing politicians and then turns to Toronto’s plan to ban jet skis and certain boats from parts of the waterfront, with John Tory. She then takes your calls; do you care about jet skis along the waterfront? Next, she looks at a troubling investigation: “They went for Botox to look better. They ended up in the ICU struggling to breathe.” Toronto Star investigative reporter, Sheila Wang, explains what went wrong and what regulators are now examining.

It’s time for Party for Two! Jerry and today’s guest, Mike Kakuk, co‑host of Mornings with Mike and Meg on AM800 in Windsor, break down the top stories of the day. Jerry then speaks with Tasha Kheiriddin, political commentator, about her latest analysis: “Bill C‑12 will not solve Canada’s immigration problems” and the breaking news that Conservative MP Marilyn Gladu has crossed the floor to join the Liberals. Next, Jerry looks at Canada’s Wonderland's new chaperone policy in response to unruly behaviour at amusement parks across North America. The hour wraps with a conversation about conspiracies and science: Did we really land on the moon? Why do these conspiracies persist?

Jerry opens the show with the news that the TDSB plans to cut nearly 300 teaching jobs this fall. Jerry then gets a gas price update with Dan McTeague, president of Canadians for Affordable Energy, following news of an Iran ceasefire and shifting global energy pressures. Next, Jerry speaks with Hannah Alper, about a Gen Z trend where young people are trading drinking and clubbing for lectures and “third spaces.” Turning to international news, Trump agrees to a two‑week ceasefire and Iran says it will allow passage through the Strait of Hormuz. Jerry speaks with Jon Allen, Senior Fellow at the Bill Graham Centre for Contemporary International History and former Canadian ambassador to Israel, to discuss the ceasefire.

It’s time for Party for Two, where Jerry and today’s guest, Tim Hudak break down the top stories of the day. Jerry then looks at the Conservatives’ new advertising push, where Pierre Poilievre takes a more measured tone. Amanda Galbraith, co‑founder and partner at Oyster Group and host of Free For All Fridays, joins Jerry to discuss the strategy behind the shift. It's Telescopic Tuesday! NEWSTALK 1010 Science Expert Dan Riskin brings the top science stories of the week. Plus, did Jerry lose his sense of wonder?

Jerry opens the show responding to an article arguing that political attacks on Canadian judges must stop. Jerry explains his point of view. Small business owners on Queen West are facing steep fines for their A‑frame sidewalk signs. Jerry looks at whether the city is being fair to these local shops. Jerry then turns to rising global tensions. Iran is calling for human chains to protect power plants as Donald Trump’s deadline approaches. He speaks with Christian Leuprecht, Professor in Leadership at the Royal Military College and Queen’s University, to break down this situation. As airlines raise prices, Canadians are choosing different destinations. Have you changed your travel plans?

On today's Party for Two, Jerry is joined by Dave Trafford, Chief Executive Producer at Story Studio Network and host of the On the Ledge podcast, to break down the top stories of the day. Toronto has given AI the green light to help ease traffic woes. Will it work? Astrophysicist Jesse Rogerson joins Jerry to talk about the Artemis II space mission, complete with plumbing issues and problems with Microsoft Outlook. Jerry shares the story of a Waterloo student's interactive map to help guide students away from aggressive Canadian Geese on campus.

Jerry opens the show by talking about rising oil and gas prices, especially as Amazon, Air Canada, and WestJet add new fuel surcharges. Jerry then turns to the story of Polymarket, the prediction‑market platform banned in Ontario, despite flyers being handed out outside a Blue Jays game. He speaks with Andreas Park, Professor of Finance at the University of Toronto. Toronto Police Association President Clayton Campbell is here for the monthly check-in with Jerry, covering the latest policing stories in the city. Is failing good for kids? Have you ever let your kid fail at something even though you wanted to help them succeed?