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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.

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6:42

Food Professor: Pure Quebec maple syrup...is anything...

Weekends with Joanne Vrakas ·

2026/04/11

Is Quebec maple syrup pure? Dr. Charlebois spoke with Sue Smith, who was filling in for Joanne Vrakas. 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.

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7:30

Why So Many Adults Think They Have ADHD

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2026/04/05

More adults than ever are identifying with ADHD, but is the condition truly on the rise, or is social media shaping how we label everyday struggles? Speaking with Joanne Vrakas is clinical psychologist Jennifer Russell breaks down what ADHD actually looks like in adults, the risks of self-diagnosis, and why getting a proper assessment matters.

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6:58

What Your Wine Order Really Says About You

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2026/04/05

Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, or Rosé,your go-to glass might reveal more than your taste. Speaking with Joanne Vrakas, wine expert Jon Cercone explores how choosing a wine is a small but very public decision, one that can hint at your personality, your mindset, and even how you want to be seen. Jon Cercone is a sommelier at Taverne Sur Le Square in Westmount. He can be heard regularly on Weekends with Joanne Vrakas sharing his wine recommendations.

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4:51

The Curious Case of the Dorval Library Cat

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2026/04/05

What do you do when a local cat keeps sneaking into your neighbourhood library? If you’re Dorval librarian Amanda Judd, you turn a problem into a charming solution.

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7:57

Dr. Labos: Breast Milk vs. Formula: Why the Debate Is...

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2026/04/05

Is breast really best, or is the debate more complicated than we’ve been told? As questions swirl around the baby formula industry, the long‑running breast milk vs. formula discussion is back in the spotlight. Dr. Christopher Labos breaks down the science. 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.

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8:38

How Will Legault Be Remembered And Where Are Voters...

Weekends with Joanne Vrakas ·

2026/04/05

Political analyst Sandy White weighs in and also looks to new polling suggesting franco voters may be leaning towards the Liberal Party.

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6:38

Chef V: Last‑Minute Easter Brunch Made Easy

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2026/04/04

Still wondering what to serve for Easter brunch? Chef Vanessa Gianfrancesco shares simple, seasonal ideas you can pull together at the last minute, without sacrificing flavor.From a spring‑ready frittata to fluffy carrot cake pancakes, there are crowd‑pleasing dishes that make hosting feel effortless.

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7:24

How Paternal Depression Affects the Whole Family

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2026/04/04

New research is shedding light on paternal depression following childbirth. How does depression in fathers differ from what mothers experience, and what are the consequences when it goes untreated? Child psychologist Dr. Tamara Soles explores the findings and explains how a father’s mental health can shape the wellbeing of the entire family.

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7:09

How What You Eat May Shape Your Risk of Alzheimer’s

Weekends with Joanne Vrakas ·

2026/04/04

What if protecting your brain started on your plate? We’ve long heard the phrase “you are what you eat,” but growing evidence suggests your diet doesn’t just shape your body, it may also influence your risk of Alzheimer’s disease. Joanne speaks with nutritionist Kim Arrey about the powerful connection between the gut and the brain, and how everyday food choices could help keep your mind sharper for longer. Registered dietitian nutritionist Kim Arrey joins Weekends with

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6:58

Life is series of marriages and divorces and if...

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2026/03/29

Is the seven year itch a real thing?Clinical psychologist Dr. Jennifer Russell on when feelings actually change and why that’s actually ok.

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7:19

Ordering wine at a restaurant done right

Weekends with Joanne Vrakas ·

2026/03/29

Does a wine list stress you out? Price points, taste and definite deal breakers, wine expert Jon Cercone has a step by step guide on how to ask for what you want at the restaurant.

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7:06

"A Montreal Cook": Lesly Chesterman's new book is a...

Weekends with Joanne Vrakas ·

2026/03/29

In her new book "A Montreal Cook," Lesley Chesterman writes a love letter to the city. Chesterman explores the city’s French inspired food culture and what sets us apart.

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6:38

Defining staged collisions and why are they up 400%?

Weekends with Joanne Vrakas ·

2026/03/29

Stagged collisions are up 400% in Canada.Driving.ca’s Lorraine Sommerfeld on how would-be fraudsters are targeting you on the roads.

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7:29

Before Ozempic- diet pills were everywhere. But what...

Weekends with Joanne Vrakas ·

2026/03/29

Ozempic is set to be offered in pill form soon. But before GLP-1 medications, diet pills were once all the rage. Dr. Chris Labos, cardiologist with a degree in epidemiology and a regular contributor on CJAD 800 takes a look at what was in those pills . You can hear him every Sunday on Weekends with Joanne Vrakas at 7:20 a.m.

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7:33

Canada increasing defence spending but where are we...

Weekends with Joanne Vrakas ·

2026/03/29

Canada is set to increase its defence spending to 5% by 2035.Political analyst Sandy White says this is good news but it may take some creative accounting.

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7:36

Analog parenting has families going back to the 90s

Weekends with Joanne Vrakas ·

2026/03/28

Put down the phones, grab some board games and go back to the 90s. Child psychologist Dr. Tamara Soles on why more and more parents are choosing to go analog with their kids.

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6:58

Still feeling the winter blues... Eat your way into...

Weekends with Joanne Vrakas ·

2026/03/28

It’s still cold outside but spring has arrived. Chef Vanessa Gianfrancesco says colour food and fresh ingredients will get us ready for warmer days.

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6:09

Could Rosemont la Petite Patrie be the coolest...

Weekends with Joanne Vrakas ·

2026/03/28

From humble beginnings to a hub for A.I. and sustainability, Rosemont Petite Patrie is full of surprises. Montreal expert Thom Sievewright on why we should all give this borough a second look.

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8:07

Hollywood 365: Taylor Swift wins big at the iHeart...

Weekends with Joanne Vrakas ·

2026/03/28

95.9 Virgin Radio's Kelly Alexander joins Weekends with Joanne Vrakas with the latest entertainment and pop culture news. She can be heard every Saturday at 7:50 a.m.

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5:16

The Food Professor: Should Quebec follow Manitoba in...

Weekends with Joanne Vrakas ·

2026/03/28

Should Quebec remove the provincial sales tax on groceries? The Food Professor Sylvain Charlebois says taxing food is immoral and it’s time for a change.

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