The Jerry Agar Show

38:55

Party for Two | Airport Privatization Talks | The...

The Jerry Agar Show ·

2026/04/30

On today's Party for Two, Jason Agnew, host of Sunday Morning Trivia on NEWSTALK 1010, joins Jerry to break down the top stories of the day. Canada is in the early stages of talks on whether to privatize airports. To unpack the implications of this, Jerry speaks with aviation expert John Tory Jr. Next, it’s The Blacklock’s Report, with Tom Korski, Managing Editor at Blacklocks.ca, bringing the latest stories from Ottawa. Plus, retro landline phones are suddenly back, and adults and kids

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38:30

Teachers’ Day of Action | Defence Bank Announcement |...

The Jerry Agar Show ·

2026/04/30

Jerry opens the show discussing the Ontario‑wide Day of Action called by teachers’ unions, including the messaging that “Doug Ford will put 40 kids in a classroom with one teacher.” Canada has been chosen as the host country for a new multinational defence bank. To explain what this means for Canada, Jerry speaks with Christian Leuprecht, Professor of Leadership at the Royal Military College and Queen’s University. Next, Jerry turns to rising concerns about antisemitism in

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36:39

Party for Two | Fiscal Update & Rates | Real Estate...

The Jerry Agar Show ·

2026/04/29

On today’s Party for Two, Jerry is joined by Randi Rahamim, Managing Director at Teneo, to break down the top stories of the day. Jerry then speaks with Preet Banerjee, the founder of MoneyGaps.com, about the fiscal update and rate announcements. Jerry and real estate lawyer, Bob Aaron, talk about the Montreal‑area homebuyers who are suing for $425,000, because an intruder’s violent death in the home was never disclosed. Plus, have we gone too far with national “days”? From

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37:18

Fiscal Update | Cellphone Ban | Ford’s Polling Slides...

The Jerry Agar Show ·

2026/04/29

Jerry opens the show with financial commentator, Pattie Lovett-Reid, to talk about Mark Carney’s fiscal update. He then takes your calls on Ontario’s proposal to ban cellphones in schools and restrict social media access for kids, as the province considers new rules. Doug Ford’s poll numbers have slipped. Jerry speaks with Brian Lilley about the direction of the government. Plus, should Virgin Radio Producer Leah have given up her seat on an airplane?

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39:12

Party for Two | 24 Sussex Debate | Telescopic Tuesday

The Jerry Agar Show ·

2026/04/28

On today's party for two, Jerry speaks with Will Stewart, Senior Vice President at Enterprise Canada, to break down the top stories of the day. Jerry then speaks with Deb Hutton, host of The Deb Hutton Show, about Carney’s recent comments that the state of 24 Sussex is “an embarrassment.” It's Telescopic Tuesday! NEWSTALK 1010 Science Expert Dan Riskin brings Jerry the top science stories of the week. Jerry addresses how we solve problems, and how people always think they are

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39:02

Severance Push | Canada’s Sovereign Wealth Fund |...

The Jerry Agar Show ·

2026/04/28

Jerry opens the show with his thoughts on Rogers offering voluntary severance packages as part of a cost‑cutting effort, and why he believes the government should be doing the same. He then turns to Canada’s first national sovereign wealth fund, and speaks with Emmanuelle Faubert, an economist at the MEI, about what it is. Next, branding and marketing expert Tony Chapman joins Jerry to discuss two stories: Kellogg’s bringing back cereal‑box toys for the release of Toy Story 5, and

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39:04

Party for two - NDP could be on road to extinction -...

The Jerry Agar Show ·

2026/04/27

Karen Stintz joins Jerry today at the party table to discuss some of today's top stories including the gun threat at the White House correspondents’ dinner. Bob Richardson joins the show to answer questions on the future of the NDP more importantly, if there is a future for the party at all. Jerry takes your calls on if Patti Hadju should still be minister, and why does our city continue to make decisions that don't make sense? Jerry expresses his thoughts on this topic being an issue for a

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38:12

Alleged anti semitism in the Police - Doug Ford’s...

The Jerry Agar Show ·

2026/04/27

Jerry opens today's show following up with his conversation with Mark Mendelson last Friday about the alleged antisemitism claims within the TPS. Anne Marie Aikins chats with Jerry to discuss her article on why Doug Ford’s government should expect leaks to reporters. Jerry also takes on the topic of what the punishment should be if caught watching Netflix on your phone.

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39:00

Party for Two | SMS‑Blaster Cybercrime Bust |...

The Jerry Agar Show ·

2026/04/24

On today's Party for Two, Jim Richards is at the party table to talk about the top stories of the day with Jerry! Toronto police have busted an alleged “SMS‑blaster” cybercrime ring in the first case of its kind in Canada. Newstalk 1010 tech expert, Carmi Levy is here to break down how this works and if we should worry. Next, Jerry discusses antisemitism in the Toronto Police service with Newstalk 1010 crime expert and former homicide detective, Mark Mendelson. It's Friday! That means,

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37:59

Thin‑Skinned Politicians | Provincial News Roundup |...

The Jerry Agar Show ·

2026/04/24

Jerry opens the show talking about thin‑skinned politicians who seem to be sensitive to criticism in public debate. Jerry then speaks with Dave Trafford about several major provincial issues, including, proposals to restrict foreign ownership of farmland, Ontario’s plan to require a financial‑literacy test for high‑school graduation, and changes to FOI legislation. Next, Jerry gets your thoughts on the province’s new requirement that Ontario high‑school students will soon need to pass a

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39:16

Party for Two | World Cup | The Blacklock's Report |...

The Jerry Agar Show ·

2026/04/23

It’s Party for Two! Today Barb DiGiulio joins Jerry to break down the top stories of the day. Jerry then speaks with Wayne Smith, Director of the Institute for Hospitality and Tourism Research at TMU, about the economic impacts of bringing the World Cup to Toronto. The Blacklock's Report, with Tom Korski, Managing Editor at Blacklocks.ca, covers the latest from Ottawa and Parliament Hill. Dogs have taken over nearly every aspect of our lives. Jerry gets your thoughts on this.

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38:05

City goes after landlord| Decline of entrepreneurship...

The Jerry Agar Show ·

2026/04/23

Jerry opens the show by talking about the city going after a landlord for property‑standards violations by beginning $120,000 in repairs that will be charged back to the owner. Jerry then looks at a new report on policy choices and the decline of entrepreneurship in Canada with Charles Lammam, a Senior Fellow at the MEI. Ontario cities push the province to cover losses from development‑charge cuts, Jerry weighs in with his thoughts. Plus, the City council has approved expanding the Jet Ski ban along

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37:25

Party for Two | Business Security | Selling...

The Jerry Agar Show ·

2026/04/22

On today's Party for Two, Mike Kakuk, co‑host of Mornings with Mike and Meg on AM800 in Windsor, joins Jerry to break down the top stories of the day. Jerry then takes your calls on business security and crime, continuing the conversation sparked by the Fairview Mall shooting. Next, Jerry asks: How difficult is it to sell a property with a history like Kingston Pen? Frank Leo weighs in on this. Canada must be able to conduct its own space launches, according to a new federal bill. But can Canada do

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38:46

Pride Funding Request | Councillor Legal Fees |...

The Jerry Agar Show ·

2026/04/22

Jerry opens the show with news that Pride organizations are calling on Ontario to create a fund to support the festival. Jerry gives his thoughts on this. Jerry then turns to a city councillor’s $20,000 in legal fees, which may end up on the taxpayers’ tab. He speaks with Sunira Chaudhri, employment lawyer from Workly Law. Next, Jerry looks at business security and crime following the Fairview Mall security‑guard shooting with security and personnel protection expert, John Cowan. Jerry

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38:25

Party for Two | Cross‑Border Alcohol Sales |...

The Jerry Agar Show ·

2026/04/21

On today's Party for Two, Bob Richardson, NEWSTALK 1010 contributor and public affairs consultant, joins Jerry to break down the top stories of the day. Jerry then looks at a promise fulfilled by Mark Carney. Provinces are on track to allow cross‑border alcohol sales by next month. Next, it’s Telescopic Tuesday, as NEWSTALK 1010 Science Expert Dan Riskin brings the top science stories of the week. A new survey found that false online health information is prompting doctors to intervene more

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39:58

Marineland | Nike Ad Backlash | Military Recruitment...

The Jerry Agar Show ·

2026/04/21

Jerry opens the show with his thoughts on Marineland’s request for a $10–$20 million federal loan to export belugas to the United States, raising questions about ethics, oversight, and public funding. Branding and marketing expert Tony Chapman weighs in on Nike’s “walkers tolerated” Boston Marathon ad, which was pulled after backlash and Drake’s massive ice‑sculpture promo. Jerry then looks at new data showing the Canadian military has hit a 30‑year recruitment

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38:16

Party for Two | Cottage Country Flooding | Rental Car...

The Jerry Agar Show ·

2026/04/20

It’s Party for Two! Today, Sabrina Nanji, of the Queen’s Park Observer, joins Jerry to break down the top stories of the day. Jerry then speaks with Bob Carter, Mayor of Minden Hills, about the thousands of sandbags distributed during the town’s state of emergency as flooding continues to threaten homes and infrastructure. Enterprise demanded nearly $10,000 from a couple over alleged diesel damage but the evidence suggests otherwise. Jerry digs into the story. Plus, have you ever

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37:36

Province Sells Jet | Scarborough Red‑Light | Protest...

The Jerry Agar Show ·

2026/04/20

Jerry opens the show with the news that Doug Ford is backing off the airplane purchase, as the province now plans to sell the $28.9‑million private jet “as quickly as possible” following public backlash. Jerry then speaks with Brian Lilley, political columnist at the Toronto Sun, about his column arguing that Ford caved to pressure in reversing the jet decision. Next, Jerry turns to a safety issue where drivers keep running the same Scarborough red light, prompting a local councillor to

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37:46

Party for Two | Inside American Pie | Safety in the...

The Jerry Agar Show ·

2026/04/17

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

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36:01

Province Buys Jet | Letting Kids Fail | Improper...

The Jerry Agar Show ·

2026/04/17

Jerry opens the show by talking about how Ontario has purchased a $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

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