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The John Oakley Show

AM640 / Curiouscast

Toronto’s most respected and experienced broadcaster, Oakley’s articulate and thought-provoking ideas will ensure listeners are never at a loss for information or dinnertime conversation.

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37:00

Jays Crack Down on Bars, Mob Poker Scams, and Retail...

The John Oakley Show ·

2025/10/23

On today’s episode:George Diamantouros, Manager at Sneaky Dee’s, on why the Blue Jays asked his bar to remove a Game 7 sign. Jeffrey Sussman, author of Big Apple Gangsters, on a New York poker ring tied to four mafia families. Panel with David Wills and Stephen Holyday debates: Jays ticket resale markups Toronto’s retail theft crisis Free MTA buses vs. TTC priorities Olivia Chow’s hiring freeze at City Hall Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

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57:13

Jays vs. Vows, Crypto Crimes, and Cousin Controversies

The John Oakley Show ·

2025/10/22

Blue Jays vs. the Bride:Should a Calgary couple move their wedding timeline to avoid competing with a Jays playoff game? Listeners weigh in with hot takes, personal stories — and even suggestions for Blue Jays–themed weddings. Canada’s Housing Crisis: Oakley slams red tape, cancelled developments, and failed promises from all levels of government. Crypto Crime Crackdown: A Canadian crypto exchange faces a $176 million fine from FINTRAC for allegedly laundering funds tied to child

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20:48

Tossed Ball, Viral Fame, and F-Bombs: A Jays Fan’s...

The John Oakley Show ·

2025/10/21

When Julio Rodríguez homered at the Rogers Centre, Ned Boland did what every true Jays fan is expected to do—he threw the opposing team’s ball back. But that act of fan solidarity got him booted from the stadium… and turned him into a folk hero. Ned joins John Oakley to share the chaotic (and hilarious) story of peer pressure, free beers, and a second set of tickets that got him back in just in time to catch the Jays’ win. Then, a conversation with BrioTV’s Bill Brioux explores John Schneider’s

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20:43

Can Carney Do The Hard Things Needed To Save Canada?

The John Oakley Show ·

2025/10/21

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42:42

Louvre Heist Fallout, Richmond Land Title Shock, DEI...

The John Oakley Show ·

2025/10/21

John digs into four big stories with expert voices:• The Louvre jewel robbery — why stolen imperial gems are likely to be broken up and sold on the black market, with Leila Amineddoleh, a New York–based art, cultural heritage & intellectual property lawyer (Chair of an Art Law Group). • Richmond, B.C., land-title ruling — mortgages paused and transit plans in limbo after a pivotal court decision on Aboriginal title, with Councillor Alexa Loo, City of Richmond, B.C. • DEI in government and

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23:45

Affordability, Socialism & Your Insurance Write-Off...

The John Oakley Show ·

2025/10/17

John asks why socialism is resonating with younger voters and whether proposals like city-run grocery stores actually fix affordability. Matthew Mitchell (senior fellow, Fraser Institute Center for Human Freedom) breaks down where centrally planned systems fail—incentives, control, and knowledge—with case studies from Poland and Estonia, plus how zoning and supply constraints drive housing costs more than people think.Then, the phones light up: listeners share real-world insurance write-off

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43:09

John Oakley & the Panel: Highway 401 Tragedy, Crime...

The John Oakley Show ·

2025/10/16

In the first half, John Oakley speaks with Adam Wagman, Partner at Howie, Sacks & Henry LLP, about the civil lawsuit following the deadly 2024 wrong-way police pursuit on Highway 401, and Joseph (Joe) Neuberger, Managing Partner at Neuberger & Partners LLP and host of Not on Record, who breaks down the Liberals’ proposed crime-bill reforms on bail, sentencing, and reverse onus. Then, in the Topics Worthy of Discussion panel, Stephen J. Holyday, Toronto City Councillor for Etobicoke Centre, and

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27:47

Toronto’s Blast and Canada’s Soft Justice Problem

The John Oakley Show ·

2025/10/14

From gas-line safety failures to courtroom leniency, John Oakley explores how Canada handles accountability—with insights from engineers, contractors, and journalist Tristin Hopper. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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27:11

Politics, Poutine, and Perfect BBQ: A Feast from...

The John Oakley Show ·

2025/10/10

It’s a mix of culture and cuisine as John Oakley talks with Louisiana’s Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser about the Acadian Awakening Festival and why Canadian visitors are staying away this year. Then, Meathead Goldwyn serves up expert grilling advice for Thanksgiving and tailgate parties—plus his secret to the juiciest turkey and most flavourful steak. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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26:02

What Great Whites, Haunted Houses, and Global...

The John Oakley Show ·

2025/10/09

John Oakley dives deep—literally and figuratively—in this episode.First, he’s joined by Chris Fisher, founder of OCEARCH, who reveals the journey of Contender, the largest great white shark ever tagged in the Atlantic. From Florida’s coast to the icy waters off Newfoundland, discover what this 1,700-pound predator tells us about shark migration, survival, and why Atlantic Canada—not Cape Cod—is now the real great white capital. Then, psychologist Frank McAndrew of Knox College explains why humans

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22:44

Auto Tariffs Test Canada–U.S. Ties as Queen’s Park...

The John Oakley Show ·

2025/10/08

John Oakley tackles two storylines shaping Canada right now. First, Jocelyn Bamford—VP at Automatic Coating and founder of the Coalition of Concerned Manufacturers and Businesses of Canada—breaks down how U.S. tariffs and Ottawa/Queen’s Park responses could hit Canadian manufacturing, from autos to steel, and what policy levers (energy costs, red tape, pipelines) might actually keep high-skill jobs here. Then Tristin Hopper, National Post columnist and author of “Don’t Be Canada,” explains the

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22:10

Who Really Runs Ontario? + The Road to Middle East Peace

The John Oakley Show ·

2025/10/07

John Oakley digs into two charged conversations. First, writer and commentator Jamie Sarkonak discusses her recent column on how Ontario’s deputy ministers and senior civil servants may influence government direction regardless of who’s in power. Then, Avi Benlolo, Founder & CEO of the Abraham Global Peace Initiative, assesses the aftermath of Oct. 7, campus unrest, and what it could take to achieve a durable peace—and whether the Abraham Accords model can still expand. What we cover: Claims

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21:11

Canada Post is Failing. Be Thankful It’s Not a Bank

The John Oakley Show ·

2025/10/06

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29:27

America’s Rage, Canada’s Tariffs, and Toronto’s Urban...

The John Oakley Show ·

2025/10/06

In this episode of The Oakley Show, John Oakley explores a series of major issues shaping public discourse and policy: Moral decay and grievance culture in America — Psychotherapist Jonathan Alpert, author of Therapy Nation, discusses how social media echo chambers and political polarization are fueling violence and silencing open dialogue. When violence becomes “justice” — A look at why some Americans now justify attacks on political figures and what this reveals about the nation’s

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50:41

Canada at a Crossroads: Tech Flight, Taxes & an...

The John Oakley Show ·

2025/09/29

GuestsJohn Turley-Ewart — Risk management consultant specializing in capital markets with extensive experience on Bay and Wall Streets; Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist; contributor to The Globe & Mail. Katie Pasitney — with the Universal Ostrich Farm in Edgewood, BC. Segment 1 — “Dear Canada: Nobody’s Coming to Save Us” Turley-Ewart unpacks his Globe & Mail piece and argues Canada is losing ground on productivity, capital, and talent. Why cheering a

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9:57

RCMP charge RBC employee for accessing Carney’s...

The John Oakley Show ·

2025/09/25

John Oakley is joined by Ann Cavoukian, Ph.D., LL.D. (Hon.), M.S.M. Executive Director, Global Privacy & Security by Design Centre.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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23:03

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The John Oakley Show ·

2025/09/09

John Oakley dives into the mysterious takedown of 16 speed camerasacross Toronto—asking whether this is mere vandalism or a growing wave of civil disobedience. Featuring insight from tradespeople who break down the mechanics of the removals, Oakley explores what this coordinated act could signify in the broader debate around traffic enforcement, political posturing, and public backlash. The episode also takes a darker turn, reflecting on the recent, horrifying attack on a Ukrainian refugee and how

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19:50

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The John Oakley Show ·

2025/09/08

In this episode of The John Oakley Show, we dive into the buzzworthy hot-mic conversation between Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping about extending human life to 150 years—and even achieving immortality. John speaks with Dr. Olshansky, professor of epidemiology and biostatistics at the University of Illinois, to separate science from science fiction. They explore the ethics, realities, and myths of radical life extension, the role of organ transplants, and what longer lifespans would mean for society,

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38:01

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The John Oakley Show ·

2025/09/04

As TIFF kicks off its 50th anniversary in Toronto, John Oakley opens the show with a look at how the city is celebrating its cinematic legacy—and how it’s coping with a darker reality: rising violent crime and a shaken sense of safety. Film critic Peter Howell of the Toronto Star joins to preview this year’s festival buzz, from must-watch screenings to Oscar hopefuls like The Smashing Machine. But it's not all red carpets and celebrity sightings—John also tackles the recent tragedy in Vaughan,

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15:23

Kevin O'Leary's Appraisal of Mark Carney's Work Thus Far

The John Oakley Show ·

2025/07/10

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