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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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7:18

Brownstein: Michael J. Fox returns to television, SNL...

Weekends with Joanne Vrakas ·

2025/05/18

Michael J. Fox returns to television, SNL has its season finale and a new Mission Impossible movie. Montreal Gazette’s Bill Brownstein breaks it all down. Bill Brownstein has been a columnist with the Montreal Gazette since 1987. He joins Weekeds with Joanne Vrakas every Saturday and Sunday at 8:50 a.m. with his suggestions on what to stream and which shows to check out in and around the city.

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7:23

What does it mean if you're in a relationship and...

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2025/05/18

In a relationship but still thinking about your ex? Are you bored or in trouble? Head of adult psychology Dr. Jennifer Russell at the MUHC explores the issue. Dr. Jennifer Russell is the head of Adult Psychology at the MUHC. She joins Weekends with Joanne Vrakas every Sunday at 8:40 a.m. to discuss the importance of mental health.

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7:23

What makes a good rosé wine?

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2025/05/18

What makes a good rosé wine? Should it be sweet or dry and what should we expect to pay ahead of rosé season? Wine expert and owner of Taverne on the Square and Brommeliermtl wine consulting, Jon Cercone explains. 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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6:42

Tips to help grow your vegetable garden while keeping...

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2025/05/18

It’s gardening season! Trying to grow your own vegetables but don’t know where to start or how to keep the squirrels away? Peter Niro, owner of Sources Nursery and Landscaping Center has got you covered.

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7:49

Looking for work? Here are some red flags you should...

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2025/05/18

Looking for work and coming across job listings with terms like "dynamic work environment"? Mind HR’s Jessica Glazer explains why it may be a red flag. You can follow her onInstagram for more.

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7:10

Tech Files: What is an ultrasound 3D printer?

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2025/05/18

Ultrasound 3D printers inside your body, a flying movie theatre and your glasses are talking to you. Tech journalist Kris Abel has the details.

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5:37

Dr. Labos: What are nitrates and are they bad for us?

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2025/05/18

What are nitrates and are they bad for us? Dr. Chris Labos says there’s more to the story. 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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6:34

CAA has released its list of worst roads in Quebec....

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2025/05/18

CAA has released its annual list of Quebec’s worst roads. How did Montreal do? CAA Quebec spokesperson Nicholas Ryan has the results. Image: THE CANADIAN PRESS/Ryan Remiorz

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6:33

Are there any surprises in Mark Carney’s new cabinet?

Weekends with Joanne Vrakas ·

2025/05/18

Any surprises in Mark Carney’s new cabinet? And will he stay or will he go? Political commentator Sandy White takes a closer look. Political commentator Sandy White served as a political advisor to Stephen Harper. He can be heard every Sunday at 8:10 a.m. on Weekends with Joanne Vrakas with his take on the latest from the world of politics.

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6:17

Press Review: Legault wants a 3rd term

Weekends with Joanne Vrakas ·

2025/05/18

Dawn Kagan Fleming joined Joanne Vrakas with her Sunday Morning Press Review.

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5:00

What's Trending: AI wrecks a job interview and ends a...

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2025/05/18

AI wrecks a job interview and ends a marriage in Greece. Lola Kalder joins Joanne with another edition of What’s Trending. Lola Kalder is content producer for The Elias Makos Show on CJAD 800. She joins Weekends with Joanne Vrakas every Sunday at 7:40 a.m. to share online trends and what is happening closer to Montreal.

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7:24

Here are the Montreal restaurants that received a...

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2025/05/17

The Michelin Guide has come to la Belle Province and it turns out that Quebec City fared better than Montreal. Montreal tour guide Thom Sievewright weighs in. 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.

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6:15

Dr. Soles: How to handle your child's failures

Weekends with Joanne Vrakas ·

2025/05/17

What do you do when your child has failed? Maybe they didn’t get into their school of choice or failed final exams? Child psychologist Dr. Tamara Soles explains how building resilience can build them back up. Child psychologist Dr. Tamara Soles can be heard every Saturday at 8:40 a.m. on Weekends with Joanne Vrakas to discuss issues affecting children's mental health.

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9:22

Brownstein: The Michelin Guide has landed in Quebec....

Weekends with Joanne Vrakas ·

2025/05/17

The Michelin Guide takes Quebec. Plus, Scarlett Johannson hosts SNL's season finale. Bill Brownstein has the latest. Bill Brownstein has been a columnist with the Montreal Gazette since 1987. He joins Weekeds with Joanne Vrakas every Saturday and Sunday at 8:50 a.m. with his suggestions on what to stream and which shows to check out in and around the city.

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5:15

Easy tips for the perfect homemade meat marinade

Weekends with Joanne Vrakas ·

2025/05/17

BBQ season is here! Before you buy any ready-made sauces, Chef Vanessa suggests you have everything you need to make the perfect marinade at home. 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.

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6:35

Qatar is gifting Trump a private jet. Is it a Trojan...

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2025/05/17

Donald Trump says only a “stupid person” would not accept Qatar’s gift of a super plane. But is this more of a Trojan Horse? Political commentator John Parisella weighs in.

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8:07

Hollywood 365: The latest from the P. Diddy trial

Weekends with Joanne Vrakas ·

2025/05/17

The latest from the P. Diddy trial, George Clooney on CNN and Janet Jackson takes center stage. Kelly Alexandre joins Joanne with the latest edition of Hollywood 365. 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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6:54

Stories of the Week: Plattsburg desperate to bring...

Weekends with Joanne Vrakas ·

2025/05/17

Plattsburg is desperate to bring back Canadian tourists. Plus, a huge ultimate frisbee match in the city. And, Steve’s Music Store is celebrating 60 years. CTV News’ Christine Long shares her top stories of the week. Christine Long is a journalist with CTV Montreal. She joins Weekends with Joanne Vrakas every Sunday at 6:20 a.m. to look back at local newsmakers of the week.

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6:31

The Food Professor: What to expect with food prices...

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2025/05/17

Some good news at the grocery store! Despite tariffs and the looming trade war, The Food Professor, Sylvain Charlebois says we won’t see bloating at the check-out. 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

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5:42

Montreal singer-songwriter organizing benefit concert...

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2025/05/17

Famed singer-songwriter Martha Wainwright needs your help to save her son’s school. Centennial Academy is at risk of closing its doors leaving many neurodivergent students looking for a place to go.

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