The Jerry Agar Show

38:13

Party for Two | Blood Donation | National Fire...

The Jerry Agar Show ·

2026/07/27

It’s Party for Two, and Mark is joined by Karen Stintz, former Toronto City Councillor, former TTC Chair, political commentator, and VP of finance and operations for the Canadian Council for Rehabilitation and Work, where they talk about the top stories of the day. Next, Mark takes calls on blood donation experiences: Have you given blood lately? Ever had a problem? Would you donate more often if you were paid? What would make the system better? Mark then asks listeners whether it’s time

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38:12

Gordie Howe Bridge Opening Today | Jets at Billy...

The Jerry Agar Show ·

2026/07/27

Mark Towhey hosts the Jerry Agar show today and opens with commentary on the Gordie Howe Bridge, which officially opens to cars today after months of cross‑border controversy and political tension. Mark then takes calls on the island airport: Do you think there will eventually be jets landing at Billy Bishop Airport? Next, Mark explores condos for seniors and whether they could help address housing needs. He speaks with Jim Dunn, professor at McMaster University and director of the Canadian Housing

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38:25

Party for Two | A Better Commute | Coyotes |...

The Jerry Agar Show ·

2026/07/24

It’s Party for Two, and Jerry is joined by Jim Richards, host of The Jim Richards Show, to break down the top stories of the day. Next, what's the secret to a better commute? Jerry speaks with Winny Shen, an Associate professor at the Schulich School of Business at York University. Revisiting the topic of coyotes from hour 1, Jerry speaks with Steve Yamada, a councillor serving his third term on Whitby Council and his second term at the Region. It's Friday! Bob Reid is here for Touchdowns and

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34:09

Carney’s Trade Troubles | Bradford's Plan | Organized...

The Jerry Agar Show ·

2026/07/24

Jerry opens the show by questioning Prime Minister Carney’s credibility: He said he was the most qualified to get trade deals done, but now he’s admitting a trade deal may not happen. A mayoral candidate is promising to hire 1,000 new police officers if elected. Jerry reacts to the exchange between Brad Bradford and John Tory from earlier in the morning. Jerry then talks about organized crime in Canada. He speaks with Garry Clement, President and CEO of Clement Advisory Group and former

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38:18

Party for Two | Quitting Smoking | Blacklock's Report...

The Jerry Agar Show ·

2026/07/24

It’s Party for Two! Jerry is joined by Sabrina Nanji, Queen’s Park Observer, to break down the biggest stories of the day at Queen's Park. Canada is introducing new graphic cigarette warning labels. Jerry asks, if you quit smoking, why did you? Jerry also speaks with Tom Korski of Blacklock's Reporter to talk about the latest Blacklock's stories coming out of Ottawa. Later, Jerry asks listeners about managing money in a relationship. After getting married or moving in together, do

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39:37

Toronto Crime Numbers| AI Gone Rogue? | Criminal...

The Jerry Agar Show ·

2026/07/24

Jerry opens the show with a look at new Statistics Canada data showing crime is down in both Toronto and Ontario. But despite the numbers, many people still feel less safe. Jerry discusses whether perceptions of crime match reality. Next, Jerry is joined by Carmi Levy, Newstalk 1010 Tech Expert, to discuss two AI stories. OpenAI says one of its AI systems acted on its own in an unprecedented hack of another company, and there is a lawsuit from a Florida pastor who claims chatbot advice contributed

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38:02

Party for Two | Rental Fraud Responsibility | Youth &...

The Jerry Agar Show ·

2026/07/22

It’s Party for Two! Jerry is joined by John Tory Jr, Chief Commercial Officer of Great North Airlines, to break down the top stories of the day. A Brampton woman faces dozens of charges in a rental fraud scheme, but Jerry asks whether the people who were duped bear any responsibility for ignoring the red flags. A new CFIB study found that jobs filled by temporary foreign workers are often ones that youth don’t want. Jerry speaks with Dan Kelly, President of the Canadian Federation of

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36:27

Gordie Howe Bridge Details | Karen Stintz Releasing...

The Jerry Agar Show ·

2026/07/22

Jerry opens the show with the Gordie Howe Bridge controversy as new details released under political pressure suggest that Carney misled Canadians about the deal. Next, Jerry speaks with Karen Stintz, former Toronto City Councillor, former TTC Chair, political commentator, and now the author of the new book Beyond Good Enough: Toronto and the Crisis of Urban Complacency. She gives a preview of her new book. Toronto could ban “surveillance pricing.” He speaks with Bruce Winder, retail

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40:18

Party for Two | GTA Population vs. School Enrollment...

The Jerry Agar Show ·

2026/07/21

It’s time for Party for Two! Today, Deb is joined by Brian Lilley from the Toronto Sun to break down the top stories of the day. If the GTA population is rising, why are public school enrollment numbers falling? She speaks with Deani Van Pelt, Cardus Senior Fellow and President of Edvance Christian Schools Association, about shifting choices and demographic trends. Then it’s Telescopic Tuesday, as NEWSTALK 1010 Science Expert Dan Riskin brings the latest science stories of the week

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39:07

Uncertainty | Senior Road Tests | Auto Theft Survey |...

The Jerry Agar Show ·

2026/07/21

Deb Hutton hosts the Jerry Agar show today and opens the show by taking calls from listeners, asking whether Canadians are becoming more comfortable with uncertainty. Next, Deb asks whether seniors over 80 should be required to take a road test. She speaks with Rajiv Haté, Senior Lawyer at Kotak Law. Deb then looks at the 2026 Canadian Auto Theft Impact Survey, speaking with Bryan Gast, National VP of Intelligence & Investigations at Équité, about the new survey results. The

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39:47

Party for Two | Family Vacation Disagreements | Jobs...

The Jerry Agar Show ·

2026/07/20

It’s Party for Two, and Deb is joined by Karen Gordon, principal at Gordon Strategy, to talk about the top stories of the day. How do you handle differences in opinion on family vacations? Deb takes your calls on your experiences. Next, Deb asks, what’s the job you could never do? The show wraps with an update on northern Ontario’s wildfire situation. Deb speaks with Jill Dunlop, Ontario’s Minister of Emergency Preparedness and Response, about the wildfires and the role of

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39:15

Is Toronto Still the Best Place to Live? | Political...

The Jerry Agar Show ·

2026/07/20

Deb Hutton hosts the Jerry Agar Show today and opens the program by taking calls from listeners, asking, is Toronto still the best place to live? Next, Deb speaks with John Wright, veteran pollster and CEO of Canada Pulse Insights, about new political polling. Deb then takes calls on Pierre Poilievre’s future as Conservative leader, hearing listener perspectives on where the party is headed. Some people injured in hit‑and‑runs are having their benefits slashed under Ontario’s new auto

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38:14

Party for Two | Fake Reviews | Restaurant “Main...

The Jerry Agar Show ·

2026/07/17

It’s time for Party for Two! Jerry is joined by Jim Richards, host of The Jim Richards Show, to break down the top stories of the day. Did A-list Hollywood celebrities really leave glowing online reviews for a Toronto window company? Jerry speaks with Kay Dean, former U.S. federal criminal investigator and founder of Fake Review Watch. Next, Jerry asks listeners about the trend of people acting like they’re filming a movie while dining out at restaurants. Have you witnessed it? And if

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36:03

Do What You Know | Smoky Skies & Wildfires | Ontario...

The Jerry Agar Show ·

2026/07/17

Jerry opens the show with a Morning Rant where he argues: Do what you know. Jerry argues that directors like Christopher Nolan make their best films by sticking to the stories and themes they know best—and we shouldn’t expect otherwise. Toronto remains under smoky skies for a third straight day as wildfire smoke continues to affect air quality. Jerry speaks with Bill Coulter, CP24 Meteorologist, about the forecast, and Dave Trafford, Chief Executive Producer at Story Studio Network about

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37:24

Party for Two | Protesters Surround N.S. Premier’s...

The Jerry Agar Show ·

2026/07/16

It’s Party for Two! Jerry is joined by Randi Rahamim, Managing Director at Teneo, to break down the top stories of the day. Protesters surrounded Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston’s car and smashed his windshield after a speech. Jerry asks, at what point does a protest go too far? Next, it’s The Blacklock’s Report, as Tom Korski, Managing Editor at Blacklocks.ca, brings the latest federal accountability stories. The show wraps with food safety news: Despite a U.S

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36:04

MPP Overspending | Standard of Living Poll | $112K...

The Jerry Agar Show ·

2026/07/16

Jerry opens the show with a Morning Rant on MPP overspending, reminding listeners not to pretend that every other political party doesn’t have its own issues. Next, Jerry looks at a new Ipsos poll commissioned by the MEI: 70% of Canadians say crushing taxes are destroying their standard of living. He speaks with Renaud Brossard, VP of Communications at the MEI, about the numbers. A woman has won a court ruling allowing her to keep the $112,000 her ex‑boyfriend won using her online casino

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37:08

Party for Two | MPP Expenses | Dashboard Cookie Fail...

The Jerry Agar Show ·

2026/07/15

On Party for Two, Jerry is joined by Mike Kakuk, co‑host of Mornings with Mike and Meg on AM800 Windsor, to break down the top stories of the day. Toronto‑area PC MPPs have billed taxpayers over $100,000 for overnight stays in Toronto. He speaks with Dave Trafford, Chief Executive Producer at Story Studio Network about the political optics of this. Producer Cristina Galle's dashboard cookie fail. Plus, when customers passed off Regina Grinstein’s baking as their own, she took it as a

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35:47

Heat, Wildfires & Air Quality | TPA Monthly Check‑In...

The Jerry Agar Show ·

2026/07/15

Jerry opens the show talking about the heat, wildfires, and worsening air quality across Ontario. Toronto is under an air‑quality warning as wildfire smoke settles over the city after days of extreme heat. He speaks with Jessica Smith, CTV Weather Specialist. Next, it’s the TPA Monthly Check‑In. Jerry speaks with Clayton Campbell, President of the Toronto Police Association, about the incident at Salsa on St. Clair and the broader concerns around violence in the city. Some employees say that

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37:46

Party for Two | U.S. Travel | Knowing Criminals |...

The Jerry Agar Show ·

2026/07/15

It's time for Party for Two! Jerry is joined by Bob Richardson, NEWSTALK 1010 contributor and public affairs consultant, to discuss the top stories making headlines. Despite months of discussion about Canadians boycotting travel to the United States, new data suggests cross-border trips are beginning to climb again. Jerry speaks with Wayne Smith, Director of the Institute for Hospitality and Tourism Research at TMU, about what's behind the increase. Former MP Inky Mark has been charged after RCMP

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38:14

Crime and Justice | TTC Drug Testing | Ask a Traffic Cop

The Jerry Agar Show ·

2026/07/14

Jerry opens the show with commentary on crime, reacting to several recent headlines. An arbitrator has ruled that TTC employees will no longer be subject to random drug and alcohol testing. Jerry revisits Deb Hutton's interview with Marvin Alfred, President of ATU Local 113, and weighs in on the balance between workplace rights and public safety. It's time for Ask a (Former) Traffic Cop! Sean Shapiro, the TikTok former traffic cop, joins Jerry to answer listeners' questions about driving laws,

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