x

75% of people globally want unbiased news (Pew Research) but are concerned they're not getting that.

Get balanced coverage with Symby. See how stories are covered across diverse outlets and spot when one side covers a story the other skips.

PODCAST

Weekends with Joanne Vrakas

Joanne has all the info you need to kick off your day. The foundation of Weekends with Joanne Vrakas is news, weather, sports and a review of your entertainment options, but Joanne also has great interviews and contributors on a range of topics.

news daily news

All Episodes

7:56

How did the shooter breach security at the White...

Weekends with Joanne Vrakas ·

2026/04/26

Bell Media Public Safety Analyst and former Commissioner at the Ontario Provincial Police Chris Lewis takes a closer at who dropped the ball and what this means for President Trump’s security moving forward.

en-CA

7:19

Hungry for new flavours, we got you covered

Weekends with Joanne Vrakas ·

2026/04/26

Spaghetti fries, cheesecake bites, yakitori and fancy hotdogs! FoodguyMTL Dustin Gilman is back with a new list of restaurants to discover. Dustin Gilman, better known online as Food Guy Montreal, joins Weekends with Joanne Vrakas every Sunday at 7:50 a.m. He shares his insight for some of the best eats in and around Montreal.

en-CA

6:42

Dr. Labos: Injectable peptides- a real health benefit...

Weekends with Joanne Vrakas ·

2026/04/26

What are peptides and do they really work for body building, skin care and injuries? U.S. Secretary of Health RFK Jr is pushing for more access but Dr. Christopher Labos says buyer beware. Dr. Chris Labos, cardiologist with a degree in epidemiology and a regular contributor on CJAD 800. You can hear him every Sunday on Weekends with Joanne Vrakas at 7:20 a.m.

en-CA

7:25

Is Mark Carney done with Trump?

Weekends with Joanne Vrakas ·

2026/04/26

Mark Carney says he doesn’t wake up thinking about the U-S. As the Prime Mister focuses on building new strategic partnerships across the globe, political analyst Sandy White takes a closer look at Carney’s long game.

en-CA

6:06

Dr. Soles: What ever happened to the Covid babies?

Weekends with Joanne Vrakas ·

2026/04/25

Lock downs, virtual learning and stressed out parents, how did the pandemic affect developing minds? Child Psychologist Dr. Tamara Soles on how too much parental oversight affected time management and planning skills. Child psychologist Dr. Tamara Soles explores the findings and explains how a father’s mental health can shape the wellbeing of the entire family.

en-CA

6:49

How green is Montreal?

Weekends with Joanne Vrakas ·

2026/04/25

From a historic UN agreement, to bike paths, to stainable tourism. Montreal is doing all it can to fight climate change. Montreal expert Thom Seivewright on what the city is doing to become the continent’s greenest city. Thom Seivewright is a tour guide turned social media star. He can be heard every Saturday at 7:40 a.m. on Weekends with Joanne Vrakas sharing hidden gems and facts you may not know about Montreal.

en-CA

7:10

Still reeling from your last grocery bill? Turns out,...

Weekends with Joanne Vrakas ·

2026/04/25

Food Professor Sylvain Charlebois explains why Montreal grocery prices are high but not compared to the rest of the country. Dr. Sylvain Charlebois, better known as ‘The Food Professor’, is Senior Director at Agri-Food Analytics Lab and Professor of Faculties of Management and Agriculture at Dalhousie University. He joins Weekends with Joanne Vrakas every Saturday at 7:10 a.m. to discuss everything from fluctuations in grocery prices to food trends.

en-CA

7:05

What kind of weather can Montreal expect for spring...

Weekends with Joanne Vrakas ·

2026/04/19

Climatologist at Environment and Climate Change Canada, David Phillips says April is a write-off but that we’ll be getting a warmer than usual summer. Image: Etienne Delorieux

en-CA

7:05

This family-run Montreal bookstore is celebrating 50...

Weekends with Joanne Vrakas ·

2026/04/19

Co-owner of The Word, Brendan King-Edwards on what makes this McGill Ghetto institution so special and why he needs your help to give the 150 year old building some much needed TLC. You can donate by visiting thewordbookstore.ca/one

en-CA

5:54

Dr. Labos: Can you ditch your thyroid medication?...

Weekends with Joanne Vrakas ·

2026/04/19

Cardiologist and epidemiologist Dr. Christopher Labos says while the news is good for some, going cold turkey is not for everyone. Dr. Chris Labos, cardiologist with a degree in epidemiology and a regular contributor on CJAD 800. You can hear him every Sunday on Weekends with Joanne Vrakas at 7:20 a.m.

en-CA

7:13

Canada's economy and investment climate remains...

Weekends with Joanne Vrakas ·

2026/04/19

Political analyst Sandy White on how much money is actually coming in and why some Liberals think a hefty exit tax could keep more Canadians from leaving.

en-CA

7:30

Dr. Soles: Why do young Canadian girls drop out of...

Weekends with Joanne Vrakas ·

2026/04/18

Sports participation for Canadian girls declines from childhood to adolescence. Child Psychologist Dr Tamara Soles on how puberty and competition can push some girls out of the game. Child psychologist Dr. Tamara Soles explores the findings and explains how a father’s mental health can shape the wellbeing of the entire family.

en-CA

5:57

Chef V: How to grill a perfect Tex-Mex, truffle or...

Weekends with Joanne Vrakas ·

2026/04/18

Chef Vanessa Gianfrancesco shares her best 3 burger recipes as we gear up for BBQ season! Chef and TV host Vanessa Gianfrancesco can heard every Saturday at 8:20 a.m. on Weekends with Joanne Vrakas sharing her favourite recipes and kitchen tips.

en-CA

6:48

Feuding with the Pope, questionable social media...

Weekends with Joanne Vrakas ·

2026/04/18

Fighting with the Pope, controversial posts and hoping for a Nobel prize. Concordia Political Science Professor, Graham Dodds on what, if any strategy, is guiding Donald Trump on the world stage. Image: AP Photo/Jose Luis Magana

en-CA

7:29

Spiral staircases and alleyways: Here's what makes...

Weekends with Joanne Vrakas ·

2026/04/18

What makes Montreal’s architecture and urban design so distinct? Montreal expert Thom Sievewright on how our city came to look this way.

en-CA

6:22

The Food Professor: How will Christine Frechette...

Weekends with Joanne Vrakas ·

2026/04/18

Food Professor Sylvain Charlebois on what the new premier can do to cut costs now, before the next election. Dr. Sylvain Charlebois, better known as ‘The Food Professor’, is Senior Director at Agri-Food Analytics Lab and Professor of Faculties of Management and Agriculture at Dalhousie University. He joins Weekends with Joanne Vrakas every Saturday at 7:10 a.m. to discuss everything from fluctuations in grocery prices to food trends.

en-CA

8:04

Trauma is everywhere in our daily lives

Weekends with Joanne Vrakas ·

2026/04/12

Jennifer Russell is a psychologist and she joined Sue Smith to talk about trauma. Dr. Jennifer Russell joins Weekends With Joanne Vrakas every Sunday morning at 8:40am.

en-CA

9:14

Who will be Quebec's next Premier? Here's a preview...

Weekends with Joanne Vrakas ·

2026/04/12

Raphaël Melançon joined Sue Smith to preview this afternoon's CAQ leadership vote to determine Quebec's next Premier. Sue was filling in for Joanne Vrakas Raphaël Melançon, a political analyst for CJAD 800 and CTV Montreal and a columnist for the Montreal Gazette. He is also the president and founder of Trafalgar Strategies. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Graham Hughes

en-CA

7:10

Dr. Soles: What does online safety mean for your kids?

Weekends with Joanne Vrakas ·

2026/04/11

With the recent verdict holding Meta and Google accountable for online safety, what does that mean for your kids? Tamara Soles joined Sue Smith (filling in for Joanne Vrakas). Child psychologist Dr. Tamara Soles explores the findings and explains how a father’s mental health can shape the wellbeing of the entire family.

en-CA

7:20

Both the US and Iran want a ceasefire for different...

Weekends with Joanne Vrakas ·

2026/04/11

Graham Dodds, Professor & Associate Chair in the Department of Political Science, Concordia University, joined Sue Smith, who was filling in for Joanne Vrakas.

en-CA

1,277 results

Similar Podcasts

Expres Ráno

Expres FM

PBS News Hour - Full Show

PBS News

CD Voice

China Daily

Israel Today: Ongoing War Report

Noa Levi

Jeffrey Epstein: The Coverup Chronicles

Bobby Capucci