The Jerry Agar Show

Karen Stintz joins the Party for Two table today with Jerry, where they talk about the top stories of the day. Should e-biked and e-scooters be licensed and registered?Be aware of the potential risk of battery fires! Peter Attia, the co-founder and CTO of Glimpse Engineering, joins Jerry to talk about the risks.Tasha Kheiriddin talks with Jerry about her column in the National Post about Pierre Poilievre's deportation gamble.

Jerry opens the show explaining why he disagrees with the notion that Mexican cartels grew out of poverty. Why do TV reporters keep being sent out into storms, only to tell us it is cold and snowy? Jerry talks to CP24 meteorologist Bill Coulter. American country music artist Charley Crockett was denied entry into Canada and scrapped his Canadian tour. Plus, Jerry speaks with former MPP Lisa MacLeod about human trafficking in the GTA.

Will Stewart from Enterprise Canada joins Jerry at the Party for Two table to talk about the top stories of the day. Dan Kelly from the Canadian Federation of Independent Business reacts to how small businesses are responding to the Supreme Court’s tariff ruling. Then it’s Telescopic Tuesday! Newstalk 1010 science expert Dan Riskin brings the top science stories of the week. What's it like to be a Canadian in Mexico right now? Canadian jazz vocalist, Caity Gyorgy, joins the show to talk about it.

Jerry opens the show talking about unmarked burials at residential school sites that still haven’t been exhumed. Francis Syms joins to discuss reports that OpenAI employees raised concerns about the Canada shooting suspect months before the attack. Former TikTok Traffic Cop Sean Shapiro answers your traffic questions. Then, real estate expert Frank Leo talks about low new home sales in January, and the predicament pre‑construction condo buyers are now facing.

Karen Gordon from Gordon Strategies joins Deb Hutton at the party table this morning on Party for Two to discuss the top stories of the day, including, stuffies for Olympians? Deb takes your calls, asking, should Canada invest more money into sport? Plus, why do so many Canadians feel uneasy travelling to the United States while booking trips to Mexico and Cuba? Then, Conservative Shadow Minister for Immigration Michelle Rempel Garner joins the show to discuss new projections showing the federal healthcare program used by rejected asylum claimants is set to cost more than $1.5 billion a year.

Deb Hutton hosts the Jerry Agar show today, and opens the show asking: why do we treat a silver medal like a failure? Lisa Morales gives an update on the Gardiner watermain break. Employment lawyer Sunira Chaudhri discusses strippers banned from Instagram. Then, Deb takes your calls on why many young workers don’t want management roles. Plus, reaction to Avi Lewis’ call for public, non‑profit grocery stores.

Jim Richards joins Jerry at the party table to talk about the top stories of the day. Christian Leuprecht from the Royal Military College and Queen’s University joins to explain Canada's new immigration focus on military recruits. Then, Jerry discusses the latest in the U.S. Supreme Court ruling that found Donald Trump overstepped his authority when imposing tariffs under emergency law. Drew Fagan from the Munk School breaks down the implications of this decision. It's Friday! Which means Bob Reid is here for this week's communications question on Touchdowns and Fumbles. They want your verdict - Is President Trump ordering the release of government information on UFOs and extraterrestrial life a touchdown or a fumble?

Jerry opens the show by sharing why he believes in-person interaction still holds value in the workplace. Then, Lorraine Sommerfeld joins to talk about auto theft numbers, and how they may be down on paper, but the crime itself is evolving in concerning ways. Jerry then looks at the Ford government’s suggestion that traffic officers could help replace banned speed cameras. Toronto City Councillor Jon Burnside, and former traffic cop Sean Shapiro weigh in on how this is going. Jerry gives his thoughts on the case of an immigrant who came to Canada under a false identity and has now won another chance to keep his citizenship.

Barb DiGiulio joins Jerry at the party table on today’s Party for Two, to talk about the top stories of the day. Then Jerry talks about the procurement challenges with Canada’s defence strategy with Jeremy Wang, President and COO of Ribbit. It’s Thursday, which means Tom Korski is here for this week’s Blacklocks Report. Plus Jerry talks about how Ottawa is not making a real effort to cut the federal bureaucracy.

Jerry opens the show with his reaction to another Conservative crossing the floor. He then speaks with Richard Lyall, President of RESCON, to unpack a major housing report and what it means for supply and affordability. Tony Chapman, branding and marketing expert, joins to break down the latest trends in consumer headlines, like: the grandson of the inventor of Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups accuses Hershey of cutting corners, Tim Hortons is bringing back Roll Up The Rim, and Canadian Tire reveals a new AI platform to detect consumer trends. Plus, Brian Lilley from the Toronto Sun talks about the rising costs for a downtown women’s shelter that still has no opening in sight.

AM 800 morning show host Mike Kakuk joins Jerry to talk about the news of the day. NEWSTALK 1010 producer and former bartender Lily McDonald talks about working as a bartender and having customers make advances to you. Jerry discusses MP Jeneroux crossing the floor. Lithium-Ion Battery fires are on the rise, why?

Jerry weighs in on Doug Ford's basket weaving comments, telling people to go to school for STEM programs. What is driving the 7.3% increase in food inflation? President Barack Obama says aliens are real and we ask about their existence.

Vass Bednar sits down at the party table to chat about some of today's top stories including the reaction to Canada’s new $6.6B defence strategy. Franco Terrazzano joins Jerry to talk about the announcement of an alcohol tax hike. Dan Riskin is here for his weekly segment Telescopic Tuesday where he and Jerry look deeper in science’s top stories, and how important is it to have dinner with your kids, Jerry takes your calls and texts.

Jerry opens the show and discusses his debate with Scott Reid from earlier in the morning on round one on MITM. Paven Bratch joins Jerry to talk about data revealing that fax machines are Ontario’s top cause of patient privacy breaches. Andrew Clark chats about his article about the plan for snow removal in Toronto, and Jesse Rogerson on U.S. Congressman asking to save the ISS from a fiery death.

Dave Trafford joins Jerry at the party table for today’s Party for Two where they dive into the top stories of the day. Then, Jerry takes a look at the growing trend of extended work breaks and why more Canadians are stepping away from work for a bit. Three Toronto couples share how they moved in together, made it work, and slashed the cost of home ownership in the process. Plus, in today’s potpourri of topics: why critics say Canada can’t afford more climate hysteria, and why some of Mark Carney’s claims about protected jobs are tough to verify.

Jerry opens the show with commentary on the Canadian Curling team at the Olympics, was it cheating or a rules infraction? A new study suggests your morning coffee might actually protect your brain against dementia, and how changing the way you brew it could change your life. Will Stewart joins Jerry to break down why he thinks Major League Baseball keeps acting in bad faith toward Canadian fans.

Jim Richards joins Jerry at the party table for today's Party for Two. Half of single Canadians don't believe dating is worth it financially. Conservatives have admonished a Conservative MP who refused a pay bump. Jerry talks about why other MPs should be on board with his refusal. Plus - it's Friday which means Bob Reid is here for Touchdowns and Fumbles!

Jerry opens the show with commentary about the Ukrainian athlete who is out of the Winter Olympics because of a banned helmet. Then, the federal government lost $20 million in emergency supplies because of an open freezer door. What was your biggest oopsie at work? A Peterborough store clerk has been acquitted in the armed robbery case after using a bat to defend himself. Plus - what's your hangover cure?

Jerry parties with Jason Agnew, host of Sunday Morning Trivia, on today's Party for Two as they dig into the top stories of the day. Then, would you subscribe to your morning coffee? Brad Poulos from TMU joins to talk about subscription-based businesses. Tom Korski from Blacklocks stops by for this week’s Blacklocks Report, to break down the biggest stories out of Ottawa — including why housing starts are expected to fall this year. Plus - Ontario is lifting its post‑secondary tuition freeze while boosting funding, and what that means for students and schools across the province.

Jerry opens the show by commenting on the panic around AI, and argues that it might not be anywhere near 'taking over' as he shares some examples of AI fails. A woman who snapped a photo of a police drone flying above her car was then ticketed for distracted driving. Former traffic cop Sean Shapiro joins to explain what may have happened. Then, a Hamilton judge has ruled Ontario’s sex offender registry as unconstitutional. Lawyer, Gavin Tighe, breaks down the ruling. Plus, Jerry tells a dramatic story from Saskatchewan, where a man fought off a moose to save his mother. What close encounters have you had with wildlife?

Jerry is with Bob Richardson on today’s Party for Two, looking into the top stories of the day.Carmi Levy joins Jerry to weigh in on the dangers of AI. Then, a professor arranged for postcards to be mailed after his death -“If you’re reading this I’m dead, and I really liked you.” Then, Jerry talks about some of the stories of the day including - an update on the El Paso airspace reopening.

Jerry opens the show arguing that more people need to push back and say no to Donald Trump. He and Robert Turner then look at Toronto’s snow‑route parking blitz, which has now generated more than $2 million in tickets. Dr. Mitch Shulman joins to discuss medical myths. Plus - a look at why Toronto private schools are seeing a surge in demand as the TDSB continues to face challenges.

Karen Stintz joins Jerry at the party table for today’s Party for Two, digging into the top stories of the day. Patrick Watson from the University of Toronto weighs in on Ontario announcing it will examine 45 police departments across the province. Dan Riskin returns for Telescopic Tuesday with the biggest science stories of the week. Plus - Daniel Lauzon, founder of Food For Now, talks about how his meal nonprofit was told to move out of a seniors’ building.

Jerry opens the show looking at the shifting landscape of Canadian retail with businesses struggling to stay afloat. Mike Kakuk joins Jerry to discuss Donald Trump’s threat to block the opening of the new Windsor–Detroit bridge. Branding expert Tony Chapman weighs in on the broader question: what’s really going on with Canadian retail? If you’re on vacation and something goes wrong getting home, how much buffer time do you give yourself before you return to work?

Jerry kicks off Party for Two with Sabrina Nanji from the Queen’s Park Observer, talking about the latest political stories out of Queen’s Park. Jerry then discusses the Toronto police corruption scandal, as the inspector general of policing responds to calls for a review. Ottawa to give Canada Post a $1.01‑billion loan as the Crown corporation continues to struggle financially. The show wraps up with Jerry’s thoughts on a range of topics of the day.

Jerry opens the show talking about the long‑awaited Eglinton Crosstown LRT opening. Then, Jerry takes your calls on parents who are stuck storing their adult kids belongings after they move out.Plus, employment lawyer Sunira Chaudhri joins to discuss the Public Service Alliance of Canada threatening legal action over the federal government’s new in‑office mandate for public servants.

Jim Richards sits down today at the party table, Toronto Chief of Police Myron Demkiw and TPA President Clayton Campbell join Jerry to respond to yesterday's shocking news and answer questions from Jerry. Tom Korski joins today for a make-up edition of the Blacklocks Report, and Bob Reid is back for his weekly touchdowns and fumbles segment at 11:50.

Jerry opens the show to discuss the major news from yesterday in regards to Project South, the operation that had seven police officers arrested in an auto theft and drug trafficking probe. Jerry also gets the public's opinion on this subject. He also discusses the topic of activists claiming responsibility for a robin-hood inspired grocery store robbery, Jerry shares his thoughts and gets your opinion. Jerry ends the hour discussing him and John Moore's interaction on the morning show about prisons.

Today's show opens with live coverage of today's press conference of the Bombshell report that says police officers, including Toronto police, were arrested in a sweeping probe involving allegations of drug trafficking and auto theft. Jerry, Crime Expert Mark Mendelson and Barb DiGiulio chat on an altered Party for Two, reacting to today's press conference in regards to Toronto police, others arrested in auto theft and drug trafficking probe. Criminal lawyer Boris Bytensky joins Jerry and Mark to discuss how this investigation affects ongoing court cases, as well as more reaction and discussion on today's shocking discovery.

Jerry and Mike Kakuk are at the party table for today’s Party for Two,looking into the concept of “house burping” and whether so‑called “poop pills” could play a role in cancer treatment. Do you tip on takeout orders? Immigration lawyer Joel Sandaluk joins to discuss whether high‑risk offenders should be allowed to remain in Canada. Kaelin Agar closes the show with her research into winter sport head injuries, as a new study links the winter pastime to a concerning rise in head trauma.

Jerry opens the show with commentary on the size of the public service. He then turns to the justice system, where it feels like the same issues keep repeating, including a Toronto lawyer accused of using AI in court. Hannah Alper joins to talk about why Gen Z are increasingly reluctant to stay out late and whether that’s killing nightlife. There is an ongoing GO train mess at Union Station, and continued silence from Metrolinx.

Jerry and Robert Turner sit down for Party for Two to discuss the day’s top stories — including TTC staff rejecting the idea of a retail gift shop. Jerry asks listeners about the most creative way they ever landed a job. Dan Riskin joins the show for Telescopic Tuesday with the week’s science stories. Employment lawyer Sunira Chaudhri explains how social media posts can lead to real‑world consequences at work.

Jerry reacts to Olivia Chow’s budget interview on Moore in the Morning, followed by councillor Brad Bradford responding to her remarks. How would you feel getting an email from your boss for leaving work two minutes early. Plus, a potpourri of topics — from a French hospital treating a man with a shell in his rectum to good news about the Darlington nuclear plant refurbishment coming in under budget.

Dave Trafford joins the party table for today’s edition of party for Two, looking into the top stories of the day. Daniel Kligerman from Esri Canada joins to explain how AI could help ease Toronto’s traffic woes. TSN’s Matt Cauz stops by to react to Scotiabank Arena being ranked one of the worst venues in the NHL. A look at a growing trend in Toronto housing - couples moving in together very early to save on rent, and why it can be a risky decision.

Jerry opens the show with his reaction to Pierre Poilievre’s speech at the Conservative convention. Days after the storm, why isn’t everything completely cleared? Clayton Campbell, president of the Toronto Police Association, joins for the monthly check‑in on policing issues across the city. Taking a look at two big auto stories: Transport Canada’s recall of Toyota vehicles, and why Chinese automakers are becoming a growing threat.

Jerry and Jim Richards are at the party table for today’s Party for Two — from Hawaiian pizza debates to AI‑generated Anne Murray tracks. Jerry asks why people keep playing the lottery despite the odds. Plus, why do Canadians act surprised by winter’s deep freeze every single year? It’s Friday, which means Bob Reid is here with another round of Touchdowns and Fumbles, breaking down the week’s political hits and misses.

Jerry opens the show with a look at the government departments and programs he believes could be trimmed or cut entirely. Aviation expert John Tory Jr. joins to talk about Donald Trump’s threat to decertify Canadian aircraft. Gavin Tighe breaks down the definition of treason. Josh Dehaas from the Canadian Constitution Foundation discusses the federal government losing the appeal over the use of the Emergencies Act during the Freedom Convoy.

Jerry and Vass Bednar are at the party table for today’s Party for Two to talk about the top stories of the day. What are the everyday expenses some people might not know you can negotiate? Tom Korski from Blacklocks.ca joins to talk about the latest government stories out of Ottawa on this week’s edition of the Blacklock’s Report. Then Toronto Star education reporter Kristin Rushowy breaks down the province’s move to put the Peel public school board under supervision.

Jerry opens the show with commentary on Toronto’s ongoing snow clearing efforts as residents flood the city with complaints about sidewalks days after the storm. The Wealthy Barber author David Chilton joins him to talk about personal finance. Legendary singer‑songwriter Marc Jordan speaks with Jerry and Jim Richards about the release of his biography, Rhythm of My Heart, and his experience with dyslexia. Plus - with the TTC struggling, is it time to raise fares?

Jerry and Jason Agnew are at the party table on Party for Two to break down the Blue Jays’ upcoming season and Toronto’s record tourism boom. Franco Terrazzano from the Canadian Taxpayers Federation joins to discuss GST relief missteps and $201 million in executive bonuses. Tasha Kheiriddin weighs in on whether Mark Carney is planning an election. Jerry wraps with his take on FIFA World Cup comments made today on Moore in the Morning.

Jerry opens the show with a story of his experience buying in-store. Francis Syms joins him to unpack the trial putting Meta, TikTok and YouTube under scrutiny for the impact their platforms may have on children. Automotive writer Brian Turner weighs in on the increasingly bright headlights on modern cars. And Jerry breaks down a new study showing that Ontario government workers earn more than private‑sector employees.

On today's party for Two, Jerry and Bob Richardson talk about the top stories of the day, like Toronto’s snow‑clearing performance and Doug Ford’s praise for the federal auto strategy. Author Martyn Burke joins Jerry to discuss his new novel, The Gossip Columnist. Telescopic Tuesday dives into this week’s wild science stories, like exploding trees and Veronika the cow. Plus, Jerry asks what would you do if you got a letter from a neighbour asking you to lower the volume of your violin music?