The Jerry Agar Show

It’s time for Party for Two! Today, Jerry is at the party table with Mike Kakuk, Co‑Host of Mornings with Mike and Meg on AM800 in Windsor, to break down the top stories of the day. Jerry then opens the phone lines with this question: If you’re two minutes late moving your car after your paid time expires, is a ticket fair or a foul? Residents are worried about the future sale of TDSB and TCDSB school properties, as both boards push for the right to redevelop portions of their land for housing. Jerry gets your thoughts on housing development on school lands. Canada’s new immigration bill may compromise rights, according to a UN committee. Jerry speaks with Kelly Sundberg, Professor of Criminology at Mount Royal University and former CBSA officer about this.

Jerry opens the show by responding to a series of recent columns written about Premier Doug Ford, offering his take on the narratives and criticisms. He then shifts to a discussion of spending public taxpayer money and why it leads to overspending. Jerry speaks with Francis Syms, Associate Dean of Information and Communications Technology at Humber Polytechnic, about two tech‑related stories: A woman whose permanent residence application was rejected after Immigration’s AI reviewer fabricated her job duties, and OpenAI shutting down the Sora app amid growing concerns about deepfakes and consent. Toronto Police have launched a new counterterrorism unit, including a task force staffed with officers carrying semi‑automatic weapons. Jerry gets your thoughts on this.

On today's Party for Two, Jerry and today’s guest, Sabrina Nanji from the Queen’s Park Observer, are at the party table to break down the top political stories of the day. It's story time with Jerry, where he talks about a great customer service experience he had, and also how he messed up. It’s Telescopic Tuesday! NEWSTALK 1010 Science Expert Dan Riskin brings the top science stories of the week. Plus, a look at a new federal audit revealing that Canada’s international student program lacks crucial controls. Jerry speaks with Amanda Galbraith, co‑founder and partner at Oyster Group and host of Free For All Fridays, about this.

Jerry opens the show with commentary on a UN committee warning that Canada’s new immigration bill may compromise rights. He then speaks with Brian Lilley, columnist at the Toronto Sun, about his latest piece on why the Liberals are expanding the Temporary Foreign Worker Program. Jerry turns to the story of Toronto police banning protesters from residential streets in a neighbourhood. Caryma Sa’d, Toronto lawyer and independent journalist, joins him to talk about this. Then Jerry brings in former TikTok traffic cop Sean Shapiro to answer listener driving questions and clear up the rules everyone argues about.

It’s time for Party for Two, where Jerry and today’s guest, Dave Trafford, the Chief Executive Producer at Story Studio Network and host of On the Ledge, break down the top stories of the day. Jerry then discusses the rising cost of fuel, asking the questions: Will gas prices hit $2.00 per litre? And at what point does commuting become too expensive for the average worker? The hour wraps with a workplace story of a Coke Canada Bottling employee who was injured on the job, claiming that accommodating him would be too difficult for the company. Jerry talks with employment lawyer, Sunira Chaudhri, about this.

Jerry opens the show with commentary on the federal government’s plan to cut funding to science, tourism, and foreign aid programs. He then turns to the implications of the Supreme Court challenge to Quebec’s secularism law, exploring why this case matters for other provinces as well. He speaks with Courtney Betty, a Toronto Lawyer from Betty’s Law Jerry continues with the story of a Newmarket–Aurora MP introducing a bill to protect home‑invasion victims amid rising crime rates. He speaks with Partner at Bytensky Shikhman Criminal Law Firm, Sonya Shikhman. A concerned physician and mother, Natasha Larocque, joins Jerry to discuss the growing issue of children using screens during snack and lunch breaks at school, and what this means for development and socialization.

Jim Richards sits at the Party for Two table with Jerry to talk about the top stories of the day. Loblaw stores have been fined for misrepresenting imported products as Canadian. Jerry speaks to University of Guelph economics, Mike von Massow, on how this happens and why it matters. Robyn Urback from the Globe and Mail joins Jerry to discuss her column about Don Cherry and why he should receive the order of Canada. Touchdowns and Fumbles with Bob Reid: Pierre Poilievre is getting a lot of reaction for his appearance on Joe Rogan’s podcast. Was this a smart communications strategy or a political fumble?

Jerry opens the show reacting to Doug Ford congratulating a man who shot an alleged home invader. Plus, Doug Ford wants to outlaw resale tickets that cost more than the original price. Jerry takes your calls on the question: How do you actually prevent tickets from being resold? Chuck Norris has died. Jerry speaks with Richard Crouse, host of the podcast Entertainment Is Broken, about Norris’ legacy, his cultural impact, and why he became a pop‑culture icon. Jerry discusses city councillor, Jon Burnside's motion to ban flying foreign flags on city property. Jerry weighs in on why he believes Burnside missed the mark.

Randi Rahamim joins Jerry at the party table for today’s Party for Two, where they break down the biggest stories of the day. A new poll found that most Canadians want algorithmic pricing either banned or tightly regulated. Jerry speaks with small business professor Brad Poulos to explore what this could mean for consumers. It’s Thursday! Tom Korski stops by for this week’s edition of the Blacklock’s Report. Jerry ends the show by asking, is Toronto the hardest place in Canada to justify owning a car?

Jerry opens the show with the story of a lawyer demanding that Premier Doug Ford retract his comments about Al-Quds, even threatening legal action if he doesn’t comply. He then turns to the case of a woman who posted threats toward Mark Carney online and was shocked when police arrived at her home in response. Employment lawyer Sunira Chaudhri joins Jerry to discuss the rise of AI‑driven job application fraud and the issue of employees sleeping on the job. Jerry wraps the hour with the story of an American woman who visited family in Canada and left with a hospital bill exceeding $100,000.

Will Stewart, Senior Vice President at Enterprise Canada, joins Jerry at the Party for Two table to talk about the top stories of the day. Toronto has a pothole problem, Jerry takes you calls about the state of the roads in the city. Toronto Sun columnist Michele Mandel joins Jerry to discuss why she believes the judge in the Umar Zameer trial does not owe an apology. TSN’s Matt Cauz weighs in on the NHL’s head of player safety defending the punishment for Radko Gudas’ hit that ended Auston Matthews’ season. Should there be a larger penalty?

Jerry opens the show with commentary on the Ontario police clearing three officers accused of lying at trial following the death of a Toronto Police officer. Jerry looks into tax season anxiety with psychologist and UBC professor Dr. Christine Korol, exploring why tax time triggers stress. Would you wear matching outfits with your dog? Jerry talks to branding and marketing expert Tony Chapman about this and more!

Ryan Knight joins Jerry at the Party for Two table to break down the top stories of the day. It’s Telescopic Tuesday, and Dan Riskin brings the biggest science stories of the week! Jerry and Tanner celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with a special edition of FlavorPhiles, joined by Terance Robson.

Jerry opens the show reacting to news that a convicted rapist and murderer has been granted more unescorted absences, raising serious questions about parole. The Canadian Taxpayers Federation condemns the Ford government’s attempt to shield some records from public access under proposed FOI changes. Noah Jarvis, the Ontario Director at the Canadian Taxpayers Federation weighs in. Canada’s hospital emergency rooms have hit a breaking point, with staffing shortages, overcrowding, and long wait times. Doug Ford says he wants to livestream bail hearings to increase transparency. Lawyer Gavin Tighe talks about if this is legal.

Karen Stintz joins Jerry at the Party for Two table to talk about the top stories of the day, including the debate over upholstered TTC seats. Residents impacted by home invasions are now considering “virtual gated communities.” NEWSTALK 1010 tech expert Carmi Levy explains what they are and how they work. The Toronto police union says officers’ rights were violated in an “offensive overreaction” tied to the Project South scandal. Clayton Campbell, President of the Toronto Police Association, joins Jerry to weigh in on this. Why electronic doors are at the center of an investigation into a deadly Toronto EV fire. Jerry speaks with Brian Turner, automotive writer for Postmedia’s Driving.ca, about whether some modern car features are becoming over‑engineered.

Jerry opens the show in conversation with Dan McTeague, President of Canadians for Affordable Energy, about the steep rise in oil and gas prices across the GTA. The Ford government proposes a change to Ontario’s Freedom of Information laws that would keep the premier’s records secret. Sabrina Nanji from Queen’s Park Observer joins Jerry to break down what this could mean for transparency and the media. Ontario’s Attorney General calls on the federal government to consider legalizing pepper spray. Jerry takes your calls to hear what listeners think about the idea. Builders warn that Toronto’s World Cup traffic plan, which pauses some construction, could stall projects and delay home building. Richard Lyall, President of RESCON, weighs in on the impact.

Jim Richards joins Jerry at the Party for Two table to break down the top stories of the day. The Conservatives introduce a bill to create a self‑defence law for home invasions. Jerry shared his thoughts on a self-defence law. Should Don Cherry receive the Order of Canada? It's Friday! Bob Reid is here for this week's Touchdowns and Fumbles where he and Jerry get your thoughts on Doug Ford announcing the province will take over Billy Bishop Airport.

Jerry opens the show with his thoughts on councillor Brad Bradford’s call for the city to stop this weekend's Al‑Quds Day protest. Brampton considers LED crosswalks as part of new traffic‑calming measures. Jerry speaks with Brampton city councillor, Rowena Santos, about what this could look like. Jerry gets the fresh polling numbers on the Canada–US relationship from Nik Nanos of Nanos Research, and they also talk about Mark Carney woo-ing more floor‑crossers. Jerry tells you what he thinks of the Niagara regional chair who resigned after accusations he owned a copy of Mein Kampf signed by Adolf Hitler.

Sabrina Nanji joins Jerry at the party table on Party for Two to go over the top provincial political stories of the day. Can anything solve Ontario’s homelessness crisis? Jerry shares why he doesn't think it is possible. It's Thursday! Tom Korski is here for this week's edition of The Blacklock's Report. Canada advances to the World Baseball Classic quarterfinals for the first time ever. Jerry speaks with Jason Agnew and Toronto Star columnist, Mike Wilner.

Jerry opens the show by reorganizing Toronto politics, weighing in on leadership at the city, and the upcoming election. Robyn Urback, columnist at the Globe and Mail wrote that Mark Carney can travel the world, but he must still be accountable to Canadians. She joins Jerry to discuss her position. There’s no reason IRGC members should be allowed to stay in Canada, says political columnist Brian Lilley. Brian Lilley joins the show to weigh in on this with Jerry. Plus - High school students protest OSAP changes as school counsellors warn of growing uncertainty for future applicants.

Mike Kakuk from AM800 is at the party table for Party for Two to talk about the top stories of the day. The Canadian Cancer Society urges lowering the colorectal cancer screening age to 45, as cases rise among people under 50. Jerry talks to Dr. Mitch Shulman. NDP MP Lori Idlout crosses the floor to the Liberals, bringing Mark Carney one step closer to a potential majority. Jerry speaks with Deb Hutton about floor crossers. Wiarton Willie has died. The town is now in search of a new groundhog to carry on the tradition. Jay Kirkland, the Mayor, Town of South Bruce Peninsula talks to Jerry Agar about what's next.

Jerry opens the show with Olivia Chow’s promise of a “slumlord” crackdown, he argues that the City of Toronto is actually the worst landlord of them all. Doug Ford says Ontario will expropriate Billy Bishop Airport to bring jets in. Jerry explains why he thinks this is the right move. Daniel Tate from IntegrityTO joins Jerry to talk about why City Hall lawyers are up in arms over his Yonge‑Dundas Square t‑shirt. Uber’s women‑only ride option expands across the U.S. Jerry takes your calls on this and brings producer Cristina into the conversation to share her perspective.

Vass Bednar joins Jerry at the party table to talk about the top stories of the day on Party for Two. Dan Riskin is here for this week's edition of Telescopic Tuesday, looking into the top science stories this week. The family of a Tumbler Ridge shooting victim is suing OpenAI. Lawyer, Gavin Tighe, and tech expert, Francis Syms, discuss the legal, technical, and ethical implications in this case.

The U.S. Consulate in downtown Toronto was hit by gunfire this morning. Jerry speaks with Phil Gurski, former senior strategic analyst at CSIS about what we know so far. Bringing jets to Billy Bishop Airport? Jerry speaks to John Tory Jr about what this would mean for Toronto's waterfront and air travel. Former traffic cop, Sean Shapiro, answers listener traffic questions and clears up some road rules everyone argues about. The Iran war is hitting your grocery bills. Mike von Massow, a University of Guelph food economist weighs in on how everything could go up in price.

Dave Trafford joins Jerry at the party table on today's Party for Two to talk about the top stories of the day. Carleton University professor, Ian Lee, weighs in on the conflict in Iran and its economic implications. NEWSTALK 1010 Crime Expert, Mark Mendelson, weighs in on the police promise of a probe into the GTA synagogue shootings and how they can investigate these incidents.

Jerry opens the show with a story from his weekend where he refused to talk to someone on the TTC, and why people need to learn to leave strangers alone. Jerry weighs in on the federal gun buyback program, and how it has gone from bad to worse. Toronto Sun reporter, Joe Warmington, joins the show to talk about the response after a series of synagogue attacks across the GTA. Retail analyst, Bruce Winder, discusses why so many iconic Canadian retail brands are disappearing, and which have actually survived.

Hour two of the Jerry Agar show starts off with Party for Two, as Jerry and Jim Richards talk about the top stories of the day. Toronto police say they’ll be watching this weekend’s pro‑ayatollah rally. Joe Warmington from the Toronto Sun joins Jerry to talk about the rally. Ontario pharmacies are filling pet prescriptions. Dr. Clifford Redford, the owner of Wellington Veterinary Hospital joins Jerry Agar to talk about it, and whether or not this is a problem. It's Friday! Bob Reid is here for Touchdowns and Fumbles and reveals the results of this week’s poll .

Jerry opens the show feeling like today's stories are the same old news on repeat. So he’s turning to something more fun: your favourite movie remakes. Then Jerry discusses Brad Bradford's calls for police at every TTC station and platform‑edge doors across the system. . New polling shows why Conservatives aren’t exactly eager for an election right now, and Toronto Sun columnist Brian Lilley joins Jerry to break it down. Plus, alcohol sales in Canada just saw the biggest annual drop since tracking began. Are you cutting back too?

Barb DiGiulio sits at the Party for Two table with Jerry to dig into the top stories of the day. Jerry weighs in on an article from the CBC which took issue with comments made on Hockey Night in Canada. Tom Korski brings the latest stories from Ottawa in this week’s Blacklock's Report. Jerry reacts to United Airlines’ new policy allowing the airline to boot passengers who refuse to use headphones with their devices.

Jerry opens the show by talking about how smoking is suddenly making a comeback in pop culture. Branding expert Tony Chapman talks about the video of the McDonalds CEO eating a burger, which was mocked for his tiny bite, and prompted responses from other chains. Jake Fuss from the Fraser Institute explains a new study which argues that Mark Carney needs to channel Jean Chrétien rather then Justin Trudeau if he wants to improve Canada’s economic future. David Lepofsky joins Jerry to discuss why parents are upset over a TDSB survey asking how the board should spend its money, and why disability advocates say the process is flawed.

Jerry opens the show with reaction to John Tory’s announcement that he will not run for mayor again, saying he won’t put his family through the “inevitable attacks” of another campaign. Jerry looks at how federal policy decisions have contributed to what critics call a broken Canadian asylum system. Francis Syms joins to break down the surge of misinformation and AI‑generated images circulating around the Iran conflict, and how Iran could retaliate. Gavin Tighe weighs in on an Ontario court ruling that found the provincial sex offender registry unconstitutional.

Will Stewart joins Jerry Agar at the Party for Two table to talk about the top stories of the day. Jerry weighs in on a verdict out of Georgia, where the father of a teenage school shooter has been found guilty of murder. Hannah Alper joins the show to talk about Gen Z, mobile activism, and whether today’s digital engagement is meaningful advocacy or just slacktivism. Sabrina Nanji breaks down the latest problems inside the Ontario Public Service as workers return to the office amid space shortages and logistical headaches.

Bob Richardson sits at the Party for Two table with Jerry to talk about the day’s biggest stories. Vincent Geloso from MEI explains why a proposed “Buy Canadian” policy could cost taxpayers up to $12 billion a year. Dan Riskin returns for Telescopic Tuesday with the top science stories of the week. Jerry reacts to Doug Ford’s comments on a new convention centre.

Jerry opens the show reacting to the case of a man convicted of first‑degree murder who has been granted a temporary 72‑hour release, asking why this man was released. A couple in Ontario is facing a staggering $319,000 bill after Indigenous remains were discovered on their property, which raises questions about responsibility and process. Newstalk 1010 crime expert Mark Mendelson joins Jerry to discuss the gunfire that struck a Toronto synagogue and what investigators do to investigate these incidents. Christian Leuprecht breaks down day four of the escalating Iran conflict.

Brian Lilley joins Jerry Agar at the Party for Two table to break down the top stories of the day. Aurel Braun explains how the conflict in the Middle East is widening as Iran retaliates following the killing of its supreme leader, and what this means for global politics. Jerry reacts to a police advisory after a canned martini was found in a child’s school lunchbox, and asks listeners what’s ended up in school lunches that definitely shouldn’t have. Jerry also shares a story about quiet quitting and gives his take on why the trend isn’t going away.

Jerry opens the show with a story about dogs and their ability to sense human emotions. Clayton Campbell, President of the Toronto Police Association, joins for the monthly check‑in on policing issues across the city. Bruce Kidd discusses a new study showing a sharp rise in young men contacting Ontario’s gambling helpline. Bob Richardson breaks down how the escalating Iran conflict is playing out politically for Prime Minister Carney.

Tim Hudak joins Jerry at the party table for today's Party for Two, diving into the day’s biggest stories. Is wearing pajamas at the airport perfectly fine or inappropriate in public spaces? Mohit Rajhans weighs in on Instagram’s new alerts for suicide‑related searches and Burger King’s use of AI to coach staff. It's Friday! Bob Reid is in for Touchdowns and Fumbles, asking you whether the communications play of the unveiled plans for the new Ontario Science Centre scores big or falls flat.

Jerry opens the show with commentary on why Canada needs refugee reform, and what’s driving the current pressure on the system. He then takes your calls after Doug Ford is asked about giving TTC constables new powers to arrest drug users, as Jerry weighs in on whether stronger security is needed on transit. Franco Terrazzano joins the show to outline the federal government’s ongoing problems in Ottawa, and why he says nothing is improving. Plus, Jerry reacts to a story out of Guelph, where a father and daughter were mistakenly swept up in a human‑trafficking investigation.

On today's party for Two, Jerry is joined by Queen’s Park Observer’s Sabrina Nanji to break down the biggest stories of the day. Have you ever accidentally skipped out on a bill? Jerry opens the phone lines to hear your stories. Tom Korski from The Blacklock’s Report joins the show with the latest from Ottawa. Then, Jerry weighs in on Toronto’s new strategy to support festivals as many struggle to stay afloat financially.

Jerry opens the show reacting to Premier Doug Ford’s comment about running post‑secondary institutions like a business, as Humber Polytechnic moves to cut staff. Jerry speaks with branding and marketing expert Tony Chapman about Ashley Madison’s rebrand and the retirement of the iconic Mr. Clean. Niagara Region mayors may decide to amalgamate the region, and Jerry talks with former Fort Erie councilor and former Niagara Regional councilor Sandy Annunziata. Plus, city councilor, Brad Bradford, says the city should pay residents to shovel snow.

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.