Podcast appearances and mentions of Bob Richardson

Bob Richardson joins for Party for Two. Tim Hudak discusses the election results. It's Telescopic Tuesday, Dan Riskin gives us the top science stories of the week. Then, Donald Trump may reduce auto tariffs, Greg Layson joins the show.

Bob Richardson joins the show for Party for Two to discuss the top stories of the day. Then, the Conservatives release their costed platform, Brian Lilley and Jerry discuss the new platform. It's Telescopic Tuesday with Dan Riskin! Plus, does Google have a search engine monopoly? Richard Powers weighs in.

Bob Richardson joins Party for Two to discuss the day's top stories. Then, Luis Seco, Director of Mathematical Finance at U of T weighs in on the stock market plunge. Matt Cauz discusses Vlad Jr's 14-year deal and Ovechkin breaking Gretzky's record. Plus, the latest federal election polling numbers with John Wright.

Free For All Friday - Hour 1 Amanda Galbraith breaks down today's biggest stories with Canada's top newsmakers. On today's show: CTV's Vassy Kapelos recaps the campaign trail highlights of Day 13, while also previewing the latest edition of 'That Just Happened: Canada Decides 2025' Texture Communications President Melanie Paradis and Crestview Strategy's Ginny Roth unpack the controversy around Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre's 'biological clock' comments BNN Bloomberg's Amanda Lang reacts to the market backslide following the imposition of Trump's tariffs Free For All Friday - Hour 2 Hosts from all over the country join the roundtable to discuss this week's five biggest news stories. Attending today's session are Karen Gordon of Gordon Strategy and Bob Richardson of National Public Relations. Global markets, especially Wall Street, continue to slide after China slaps retaliatory tariffs on imports. Meantime, the Canadian economy lost 33,000 jobs in March, its biggest loss since 2022. Do you think we'll be able to weather this storm sufficiently? Any worries about what the indicators are already showing? Trump's tariffs have thrown the global economy into chaos. What do you make of Tuesday's 'Liberation Day'? Do you think it will be a successful political point? Canada's election campaign hits the one-third mark, as party leaders begin Day 13 in Quebec. The Liberals hold a 10-point lead over the Conservatives, while Carney boasts a 20-point advantage over Poilievre as the preferred Prime Minister. Is any particular party in serious trouble? An OnlyFans creator who joined the NDP campaign trail has been dropped over a 'disrespectful' Holocaust video. As for the Conservatives, they have dropped their fourth candidate in just 2 days over alleged social media activity. How can party campaigns and party leaders avoid these unforced errors? Meghan Markle has a new Netflix show — who are these shows ultimately for? Was it on your radar? One panelist says it's no good...

Bob Richardson joins Party for Two to discuss the top stories of the day. Then, Tim Hudak weighs in on the aide that failed to comply with lobbying rules in the Greenbelt issue. It's Telescopic Tuesday which means Jerry talks science with Dan Riskin. Then, Pierre Poilievre's 'biological clock' comment prompts backlash online - Amanda Galbraith joins the conversation.

Jerry talks to Bob Richardson in Party For Two, Jerry discusses a couple of new stories around safe consumption sites, a GO Transit emergency has us asking questions about response times, and Dan McTeague, President of Canadians for Affordable Energy talks about the cuts and promises of the carbon tax.

Free For All Friday - Hour 1 Amanda Galbraith breaks down today's biggest stories with Canada's top newsmakers. On today's show: The Liberals are surging past the Tories into majority territory, but there are some serious caveats to this batch of data. Shachi Kurl of the Angus Reid Institute breaks down the numbers for us. Should I renew my mortgage? Should I buy a new house? Ian Lee from Carleton University's Sprott School of Business digs into a complex housing market as the federal election looms large. Free For All Friday - Hour 2 Hosts from all over the country join the roundtable to discuss this week's five biggest news stories. Attending today's session are public affairs consultant Bob Richardson and Chris Day of Hill and Knowlton. Ready or not, here comes a federal election! Prime Minister Mark Carney is expected to drop the writ on Sunday, with either late-April or early-May serving as the next Voting Day. What are the primary strengths and weaknesses for each party? More importantly, which topic will determine who forms government? In regards to their communication strategies, have the Liberals and Tories both fumbled the football? As a testy trade war continues with the Trump administration, is Canada in unavoidable danger of an economic recession? In light of today's economic uncertainty, are you shelving any major purchases?

Bob Richardson joins the show for Party for Two and to discuss Mark Carney's swearing-in ceremony. Then, Giles Gherson from the Toronto Region Board of Trade weighs in on tariffs. Plus - it's Friday which means Touchdowns and Fumbles with Bob Reid!

Mark Towhey joins the show for 'Party for Two' to discuss the top stories of the day. Then, Bob Richardson discusses Mark Carney's Liberal leadership win. Premier Ford announces a 25% surcharge on electricity exports to the United States. Then, Jeff Lang, WSIB President discusses aid to businesses amid tariff uncertainty.

Free For All Friday - Hour 1 Amanda Galbraith breaks down today's biggest stories with Canada's top newsmakers. On today's show: Retired Major-General David Fraser weighs in on U.S. President Trump's latest musings, as America's Big Cheese could revoke the legal status of displaced Ukrainians. Bob Richardson, a public affairs consultant, previews the next 72 hours and explains what each outcome means for the Canadian Liberals. Free For All Friday - Hour 2 Hosts from all over the country join the roundtable to discuss this week's five biggest news stories. Attending today's session are Summa Strategies chairman Tim Powers and Alyson Fair of Bluesky Strategy Group. The Liberal leadership race will be decided on Sunday, but was this a Carney coronation to begin with? U.S. President Trump pauses tariffs on some Canadian-made goods, but not all of them. How do we do business with this administration? What are your favourite Canadian-made products?

Party for Two with Bob Richardson. Then, Jerry weighs in on the plane crash at Pearson Airport. It's Tuesday, which means Telescopic Tuesday with Dan Riskin for this week's top science stories. Plus - retailers say grocery prices could rise as recycling costs increase - Michael Zabaneh from the Retail Council of Canada joins the show.

Free For All Friday - Hour 1. Host Amanda Galbraith breaks down the biggest stories of the day with Canada's top newsmakers. On today's show: Nik Nanos, Chief Data Scientist and Founder of Nanos Research joins Amanda to discuss the new polling conducted by Nanos on which leader Canadians would prefer to negotiate with Donald Trump. David Adams, President of the Global Automakers of Canada to discuss what took place at the summit hosted by Justin Trudeau about bolstering the economy in the face of Canada’s rapidly changing relationship with its largest trading partner. TSN Football Insider Dave Naylor joins Amanda live from New Orleans to set the stage for Super Bowl Sunday. Free For All Friday - Hour 2. Hosts from all over the country join the roundtable to discuss the five biggest stories of the week. This week's show features panelists Sharan Kaur, Former Deputy Chief to Bill Morneau, Chris Day, Senior Vice-President and Ottawa General Manager, Hill and Knowlton and Bob Richardson, senior counsel at National Public Relations. PANEL TOPICS: Topic 1: Canadians pick Mark Carney over Pierre Poilievre, Chrystia Freeland and Karina Gould to negotiate with Donald Trump: Nanos survey Topic 2: Everything tariffs – We’re in a 30 day reprieve, how should we prepare now? Topic 3: Ontario Election. All the ingredients to make an interesting dish, but does anyone care?

On Party For Two, Bob Richardson discusses the topics of the day, a Canadian professor was denied access into the US, we talk to weather specialist Lyndsay Morrison about the very cold temperature, and we discuss snacking in front of screens.

Brian Lilley discusses the Pierre Poilievre and Jordan Peterson interview. Plus - Bob Richardson and Deb Hutton weigh in on Justin Trudeau's resignation announcement. Bob Richardson, Karen Stintz, Amanda Galbraith, and Melissa Lantsman weigh-in on this announcement.

Guest host Kevin Vuong is joined by Bob Richardson, the president of Hammersmith Consulting, to discuss the news that the NDP has had possibly its most successful fundraising campaign in years. But will it be enough to help them hold onto the provincial official opposition, or could Bonnie Crombie's liberals sneak in? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bob Richardson, John Tory, and Scott Reid weigh in on Chrystia Freeland's resignation from Cabinet.

THE MEDICAL RECORD: NEW FERTILITY PRESERVATION METHOD GIVES YOUNG CANCER PATIENTS HOPE FOR HAVING CHILDREN LATER Libby Znaimer is joined by Dr. Fahad Razak, General Internist at Unity Health Toronto, Provincial Co-Lead General Medicine, Dr. Alisa Naiman, family doctor practicing comprehensive primary care in Toronto and Dr. Aaron Schimmer, Director of Research at the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre as well as a staff physician and a senior scientist. Ontario Liberal leader Bonnie Crombie promises every resident will have a family doctor within four years, but is this feasible? Meanwhile, former Liberal health minister Jane Philpott is tasked with finding a solution for the PC government. In Alberta, innovative treatments help young cancer patients preserve fertility, and with Australia facing a record flu season, how will Canada respond? Plus, RFK Jr.'s anti-vaccine stance could impact public health policies across North America. MINISTER WHO WAS PRESENT SAYS TRUMP'S REMARK ABOUT CANADA BECOMING THE 51ST STATE WAS A JOKE Libby is joined by Bob Richardson, Public Affairs Consultant and Will Stewart, Conservative Strategist and Senior Vice President with Enterprise Canada. U.S. President-elect Donald Trump posted an AI-generated image of himself on a mountaintop beside a large Canadian flag, sparking buzz by suggesting Canada could become the 51st state. Public Safety Minister Dominic LeBlanc, who attended the Mar-a-Lago dinner, downplays the image as a joke and hails it as a symbol of strong U.S.-Canada relations. BONNIE CROMBIE JOINS FIGHT BACK TO TALK ABOUT HER PRIMARY CARE PLAN Libby is joined by Ontario Liberal Leader Bonnie Crombie. Ontario Liberal leader Bonnie Crombie has promised to ensure every resident in the province has a primary care doctor within four years if elected. This ambitious plan comes as Ontario faces a significant shortage, with 2.5 million people currently without a family doctor. Will it be enough to address the root cause of many healthcare issues?

REMEMBRANCE DAY SPECIAL  Libby Znaimer is first joined by the Honourable Lt. General Richard Rohmer as well as Major Jim Parks, veterans of WW2. They are followed by Retired Major John Stewart who served on numerous deployments with the Canadian Armed Forces including in Afghanistan (from 2003 to 2004). On today's Remembrance Day episode, we hear the stories of Canadian veterans who served in World War 2, as well as those of a veteran who served in numerous deployments with the Canadian Armed Forces including in Afghanistan from 2003 to 2004. THE ZOOMER SQUAD: WHAT REMEMBRANCE DAY MEANS TO ZOOMERS  Libby Znaimer is now joined by Anthony Quinn, Chief Operating Officer of CARP, Bill VanGorder, Chief Advocacy and Education Officer and Bob Richardson, a public affairs consultant. Remembrance is vivid for the Zoomer generation - some were alive during World War 2. Certainly our parents went through it. We talk about the significance of this day. A DEEP DIVE INTO A REPORT CALLING FOR ACTION TO ADDRESS NEEDS OF AGING VETERANS Libby Znaimer is joined by Dr. Madison Brydges, Health Policy Researcher at the National Institute on Ageing (NIA). The NIA is calling for a detailed plan to address the needs of aging veterans, including a special emphasis on mental health, chronic pain, social isolation and resources around long-term care.

Free For All Friday - Hour 1. Host Amanda Galbraith breaks down the biggest stories of the day with Canada's top newsmakers. On today's show: Lori Turnbull, Professor of Political Science at Dalhousie University joins Amanda to discuss how the Liberal party has launched a new ad campaign. Bruce Heyman, Former US Ambassador to Canada joins Amanda to discuss how the U.S election is only 4 days away, and what the relationship between Canada and the U.S might look like under either a Trump or Harris presidency. Eric Alper, Music commentator and publicist joins Amanda to discuss how Taylor Swift is brining her Era's tour to Toronto for the biggest concert the city has ever seen. Free For All Friday - Hour 2. Guests from all over the country join the roundtable to discuss the five biggest stories of the week. This week's show features panelists Garry Keller, Vice President, StrategyCorp and Bob Richardson, President, Hammersmith Consulting. Topic 1:  Liberals launching new ads to contrast Trudeau and Poilievre Topic 2:  4️ days left until the U.S. election – Final predictions, what would could a presidency under Harris or Trump mean for Canadians? Topic 3:  Doug Ford spending nearly half of Ontario's tax windfall on $200 ‘rebate' cheques Topic 4: Taylor Swift in Toronto: Officials 'ready' to host biggest concerts in city's history – What's the biggest or best concert you've ever been to?

TUNE INTO THE TOWN: WHERE MUNICIPALITIES STAND ON HOMELESS ENCAMPMENTS Libby Znaimer is joined by Karen Stintz, a Conservative Party of Canada Candidate for Eglinton-Lawrence, a former Toronto City Councillor and the CEO of Variety Village, as well as Toronto City Councillors Jon Burnside for Ward 16 (Don Valley West) and Paula Fletcher of Ward 14 Toronto-Danforth. Today: thirteen Ontario mayors have accepted Ford's call to use the notwithstanding clause to clear homeless encampments, and a proposal at City Hall to increase the hotel tax as it faces a hefty price tag to co-host the 2026 FIFA games. REACTION TO THE FORD GOVERNMENT'S FALL ECONOMIC STATEMENT  Libby Znaimer is joined by Marit Stiles, Leader of the Ontario NDP followed by Will Stewart, a Conservative Strategist and Senior Vice President with Enterprise Canada, and Bob Richardson, a Public Affairs Consultant. This week: the Ford government officially delivered the fall economic statement. We unpacked what it includes and also got reaction to their announcement of a $200 dollar rebate for Ontario taxpayers.

THE MEDICAL RECORD: AT-HOME PATIENTS IN ONTARIO ARE REPORTING DELAYS IN MEDICAL SUPPLIES Libby Znaimer is joined by Dr. Fahad Razak, General Internist at Unity Health Toronto and Canada Research Chair in Healthcare Data and Analytics at the University of Toronto, Dr. Alisa Naiman, a family doctor practicing comprehensive primary care in Toronto, and Dr. Jamie Spiegelman, an Internal medicine and critical care physician at Humber River Hospital. Why are at-home patients in Ontario reporting delays in medical supplies and drugs for their care? We also discuss the issue of the primary care shortage across the province. A STAGGERING NEW REPORT SHOWS HOW MUCH FOOD IS BEING WASTED (AND THE COST) BY CANADIANS Libby Znaimer is joined by Dr. Sylvain Charlebois, Senior Director, Agri-Food Analytics Lab at Dalhousie University and Dr. Mustafa Koç, Professor Emeritus of Sociology at Toronto Metropolitan University specializing in food security and food policy. A new report by Second Harvest shows the extent of our food waste, as well as the staggering cost of it among Canadians. Are we in need of rethinking our approach to the foods we buy and consume? IS THE PARTY OVER FOR PM JUSTIN TRUDEAU?  Libby Znaimer is joined by Bob Richardson, a Public Affairs Consultant and Jason Lietaer, Conservative Strategist and President at Enterprise. Will PM Justin Trudeau face a leadership challenge at today's federal Liberal caucus meeting? Our guests weigh in on the latest.

Bob Richardson joins the show for Party for Two. Are parking fees at hospitals outrageous or reasonable? Trudeau is facing a leadership test, Tasha Kheiriddin weighs in.  Then, should we remove daylight saving time?

- Marion Nader, co-CEO of Nexus Strategy Group and Bob Richardson, NEWSTALK 1010 contributor and public affairs consultant join Deb to look at what to expect this season at Queen's Park- Dr Mitch Shulman gives an update on LICE- Jim Richards joins Deb to play "Did Richard Crouse Like These Movies?"

Bob Richardson joins the show for Party for Two to discuss the top stories of the day. Canada has a new climate champion, who do you think it is? Then, Dan Riskin joins the show for Telescopic Tuesday to talk about the top science stories this week. Then - is your  complicated password actually working in your favour?

TUNE INTO THE TOWN: 2025 CITY BUDGET CONSULTATIONS Toronto begins 2025 budget consultations; police in the GTA planning heightened presence ahead of October 7th Hamas terror attack anniversary; and the latest on the Ontario subway line. Jane Brown is joined by Karen Stintz, a Conservative Party of Canada candidate for Eglinton-Lawrence, a former Toronto City Councillor and the CEO of Variety Village; Councillor Paula Fletcher for Ward 14 Toronto-Danforth; and Councillor Stephen Holyday for Ward 2 Etobicoke, for a conversation about all things Toronto. POLICE PRESENCE AHEAD OF OCTOBER 7 ANNIVERSARY Greater Toronto Area police chiefs have announced plans for beefed up patrols and security leading up to the anniversary of the Hamas terror attacks this Monday and in the weeks following October 7th. Jane Brown is joined by Luciano Cedrone, Security Director with Triovest and with the Security Guard Association of Ontario; and Toronto Councillor and Deputy Mayor Mike Colle Ward 8 Eglinton-Lawrence, to discuss what this surveillance and security might look like. WHAT THE HILL IS GOING ON? (PARLIAMENT HILL, THAT IS) In Ottawa yesterday, the majority of MPs voted in favour of a motion on a private members bill by the Bloc Quebecois leader to increase old age security payments for people 65 to 74. The motion ultimately passed with the support of the Conservatives, NDP, Greens and five Liberal backbenchers. Most Liberal MPs voted against the non binding motion. Yves-Francois Blanchett says the October 29th deadline stands for the minority Liberals to join his efforts to increase pensions for younger seniors. But he also says if the Liberals don't give a royal recommendation to his bill within a few days, he'll begin talking with the other opposition parties about getting ready for an election. Jane Brown is joined by public affairs consultant Bob Richardson and John Mykytyshyn, conservative activist, political consultant and President of Bradgate Research Group, to make sense of all this.

MEDICAL RECORD: WHAT A NEW STUDY TELLS US ABOUT THE USE OF AI IN TREATING HOSPITAL PATIENTS Libby Znaimer is joined by Dr. Alisa Naiman, a family doctor in Toronto, Dr. Amol Verma, Clinician-Scientist at St. Michael's Hospital and Temerty Professor of AI Research and Education in Medicine at the University of Toronto, and Dr. Aaron Schimmer, the Director of Research at the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre as well as a staff physician and a senior scientist. Today we discuss a groundbreaking study co-authored by Dr. Amol Verma on the use of AI and how it has contributed to a 26 percent reduction in unexpected deaths for patients being treated in hospital. And, should we be moving away from the Body Mass Index and instead use the Body Roundness Index (also known as BRI)? THE DEBATE AROUND THE FILM "RUSSIANS AT WAR" WHICH SPARKED CONTROVERSY AT THIS YEAR'S TIFF Libby Znaimer is now joined by freelance journalist Justin Ling and Chris Alexander, Canada's former ambassador to Afghanistan and Minister of Immigration under former Prime Minister Stephen Harper. "Russians at War" was going to premiere at TIFF this year but was cancelled amid public backlash and protest. The festival said they suspended the screenings of the film in response to "significant threats". But this week, the film was back on. Yesterday's screening was greeted by another demonstration by members of the Ukrainian community and supporters claiming that this was just a piece of Russian propaganda. Was this censorship or an attempt to fend off Russian propaganda from infiltrating us and influencing our elections and our people? PIERRE POILIEVRE EXPECTED TO INTRODUCE NON- CONFIDENCE MOTION NEXT WEEK Libby Znaimer is joined by Bob Richardson, a Public Affairs Consultant, and Jason Lietaer, a Conservative Strategist and President of Enterprise. Pierre Poilievre is set to introduce a non-confidence motion next week. The question is, can the Conservatives get the support they need from the Bloc Québécois and NDP? And, if they fail, what can we expect from the Conservatives in future in terms of trying to get a vote of non-confidence? Meanwhile, did you see the video of NDP leader Jagmeet Singh confronting protestors on Parliament Hill? Did he do a good job of responding to the situation?

Bob Richardson joins the show to discuss the top stories of the day on Party for Two.  Then, a teen girl was sentenced to 15th months probation in the Kenneth Lee case. Then, Dan Riskin joins the show for Telescopic Tuesday, talking about the top science stories from this week. Finally, TIFF reversed their decision, and will screen the controversial documentary 'Russians at War.'

Free For All Friday -- Hour 1 Host Amanda Galbraith breaks down the biggest stories of the day with Canada's top newsmakers. On today's show: John Gradek, aviation industry expert and professor at McGill University, on the potential of a looming Air Canada strike or lockout Mike Flannigan, BC Innovation Research Chair in Predictive Services, Emergency Management and Fire Science, Faculty of Science as well as the Science Director of the Canadian Partnership for Wildland Fire Science, on Canada's wildfire season which was down compared to 2023 but still severe Robert Wittman, Former Senior Investigator and Founder of the FBI's National Art Crime Team and Security and Recovery Consultant, on the recovery of an iconic Winston Churchill portrait stolen from Ottawa's Chateau Laurier Free For All Friday -- Hour 2 Hosts from all over the country join the roundtable to discuss the five biggest stories of the week. This week's show features panelists Bob Richardson, President at Hammersmith Consulting and a former Ontario Liberal chief of staff and Tim Powers, Chair, Summa Strategies and Managing Director, Abacus Data Topic 1: Let's unpack the Liberal and NDP caucus meetings? What do you make of what we heard from leaders/ministers? How big of a factor is Poilievre's inevitable non-confidence vote? Topic 2: What did you make of the US presidential debate? Who's carrying momentum into the final six weeks of campaigning? Is Canada well prepared for a new administration? Topic 3: Canadian Army says new military sleeping bags not suitable for 'typical Canadian winter' + Canada plans to use AI in military, but minister says it won't replace humans Topic 4: This zoo let their Gen-Z staff write the marketing script and here's how it went – what do you think? Topic 5: It's Friday the 13th… are you superstitious?

ZOOMER SQUAD: CANADA'S AGING POPULATION: FINANCIAL STRAINS, HOUSING CHALLENGES, AND HEALTH CARE UPDATES Guest Host Tasha Kheiriddin is joined by Bob Richardson, Public Affairs Consultant, Bill VanGorder, Chief Advocacy and Education Officer at CARP, and Anthony Quinn, Chief Community Officer at CARP. The panel explored why many seniors prefer to remain in their homes rather than relocate to often-overcrowded nursing facilities. Callers cited concerns about the financial cost and inconvenience of moving, as well as a strong emotional attachment to their long-time residences. LABOUR DISPUTES AND NATIONAL STRIKES IN CANADA  Tasha is joined by Dr. Larry Savage, Professor of Labour Relations at Brock University, and Dr. Ian Lee, Associate Professor at the Sprott School of Business at Carleton University. The youth unemployment rate remains high, with significant struggles among young Canadians. Initially, temporary foreign workers were brought in to address labor shortages in agriculture and manual industries—sectors where Canadians have traditionally shown limited interest. This approach aimed to fill crucial gaps, but the ongoing economic challenges and rising unemployment rates among youth highlight the persistent struggles in the job market. HIGHWAY TRAFFIC THIS LONG WEEKEND & ROAD SAFETY AS KIDS GO BACK TO SCHOOL Tasha is now joined by Ontario Provincial Police's acting Sgt. Nicola Morris and Sgt. Ronald Gardner of Toronto Police Traffic Services. The guests offer essential tips and advice on road safety, which is particularly important with the school season approaching. They highlight crucial do's and don'ts to ensure children stay safe as they return to school, helping parents and drivers navigate increased traffic and potential hazards effectively.

THE ZOOMER SQUAD: DO SENIORS' DISCOUNTS STILL MAKE SENSE GIVEN THEIR GROWING WEALTH? Guest Host Tasha Kheiriddin is joined by Bill VanGorder, Chief Advocacy and Education Officer of CARP, Bob Richardson, a public affairs consultant, and John Wright, Executive Vice President of Maru Public Opinion. Statistics Canada data show 6% of seniors live in poverty, compared to 11.1% of other adults, raising questions about the fairness of senior discounts. Tasha and panelists discuss the need (or not) for senior discounts and the latest top up to Old Age Security. CAA SURVEY FINDS OVER HALF OF ONTARIO DRIVERS ENGAGE IN DANGEROUS BEHAVIOURS Tasha is now joined by Michael Stewart, Community Relations Consultant for CAA South Central Ontario. A CAA South Central Ontario (CAA SCO) study found that 55 per cent of Ontario motorists engaged in risky driving behaviours last year. Tasha and Michael discuss how good or bad these numbers are. RUSSIA AND THE WEST COMPLETE HISTORIC PRISONER SWAP Tasha is now joined by Dr. Maria Popova, Associate Professor of Political Science and Jean Monnet Chair at McGill University and Dr. Paul Goode, McMillan Chair in Russian Studies at the Institute of European, Russian, and Eurasian Studies at Carleton University. Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich, Security Consultant Paul Whelan, and dissident Vladimir Kara-Murza returned to the U.S. last Thursday morning after a historic prisoner swap involving Russia and Western allies. The exchange, the largest since the Cold War, included 24 detainees across seven countries. Was this a good deal? Tasha and guests discuss.

THE ZOOMER SQUAD: A ‘LONGEVITY-OPTIMIZED' DIET COULD INCREASE LIFE EXPECTANCY UP TO 10 YEARS, STUDY SUGGESTS Libby Znaimer is joined by Bob Richardson, Public Affairs Consultant, Rudy Buttignol, President of CARP and John Wright, Executive Vice President of Maru Public Opinion. The Zoomer Squad panel discusses a new study that suggests a ‘longevity-optimized' diet could add 10 years to your life. Then, we move to the ever-relevant topic of terrible Toronto traffic. And it's been a year since vehicles were banned from entering High Park, has it been beneficial? UNLESS YOU HAVE A GENE VARIANT, DOUBLE MASTECTOMY HAS NO SURVIVAL ADVANTAGE Libby Znaimer is now joined by Dr. Ellen Warner, Professor of Medicine at the University of Toronto and a staff medical oncologist at the Odette Cancer Centre at Sunnybrook, and Dr. Eileen Rakovitch, Professor in the Department of Radiation Oncology at UofT and the Cancer Program Director of Research at Sunnybrook. A study in JAMA Oncology finds that removing the unaffected breast does not improve survival rates for breast cancer patients. Researchers analyzed data from more than 661,000 women and found that those who underwent a lumpectomy or single mastectomy had similar survival outcomes to those who opted for a double mastectomy.  CANADIAN OLYMPIC COMMITTEE APPEALS SIX-POINT OLYMPIC SOCCER DEDUCTION  Libby Znaimer is now joined by Sean Fitzgerald, Senior National Writer at The Athletic and Wally (Walter) Rigobon, Host of the Naz and Wally Sports hour on Zoomer Radio. The plot thickens in the drone spying scandal which led to a six point deduction for the Canadian women's Olympic soccer team and the banning of three coaches for one year each after a staffer was caught using a drone to spy on the New Zealand team's practices. Now Canada is appealing the scoring penalty on the grounds that it unfairly punishes the athletes for actions they had no part in. Meantime, the women's soccer team has pulled off two victories that put it back to zero. 

RECOVERING POLITICIANS PANEL: HOW OTTAWA SHOULD PREPARE FOR A POTENTIAL TRUMP ADMINISTRATION Libby Znaimer is joined by Lisa Raitt, a former deputy leader of the Conservative Party of Canada, John Milloy, a former Ontario Liberal MPP who served as a cabinet minister under the Dalton McGuinty and Kathleen Wynne governments and Robin Sears, a former NDP strategist and crisis communications consultant. This week, there is lots to unpack with our panel: we get reactions from them about the attempted assassination of U.S. President Donald Trump this past weekend at his Pennsylvania Rally, and we explore Canada's relationship with the U.S. U.S. INTELLIGENCE OFFICIAL SUGGESTS IRAN IS FUNDING AND INFLUENCING ANTI-ISRAEL PROTESTS IN AMERICA Libby Znaimer is now joined by Kaveh Shahrooz, a lawyer and human rights activist and a Senior Fellow at the Macdonald-Laurier Institute. A U.S. intelligence official has accused Iran of influencing and funding anti-Israel protests in America. So, how exactly are they doing this? Kaveh explains.  FORD GOVERNMENT ACCELERATES ALCOHOL EXPANSION PLANS + WE HEAR FROM OPSEU Libby Znaimer is joined by JP Hornick, President of OPSEU, Bob Richardson, a Public Affairs Consultant, and Tony Elenis, President and CEO of The Ontario Restaurant Hotel & Motel Association (ORHMA) Today: we hear directly from OPSEU about why they are striking and what it would take to bring them back to the table to negotiate with the Ford government. And, amid the strike, here is how Premier Ford is accelerating alcohol expansion plans. 

TUNE INTO THE TOWN: WELCOME TO TORONTO, WHERE POP STARS ARE HAVING TO WALK TO THEIR OWN CONCERTS Libby Znaimer is joined by Alex Blumenstein, Co-Founder of The Peak, Karen Stintz, CEO of Variety Village and David Crombie, a former Toronto Mayor. If you wanted to get a clear sense of just how bad traffic congestion gets in this city, just ask pop star Niall Horan (formerly of One Direction): he reportedly had to abandon his vehicle mid-traffic and walk over to Scotiabank Arena to make it to his very own concert the other weekend. WHITE HOUSE DENIES REPORT THAT U.S. PRESIDENT JOE BIDEN IS CONSIDERING STEPPING DOWN Libby Znaimer is joined by Larry Haas, a Senior Fellow for U.S. Foreign Policy at the American Foreign Policy Council, and Bob Richardson, a Public Affairs Consultant. Our American friends are probably off celebrating the fourth of July, but the fallout from last Thursday's presidential debate continues. Will Joe Biden stay or go? The White House went into damage control mode following a NYT report that Biden told friends he was considering stepping away. And, Britain is having an election today. What will be the outcome of that? LOBLAW ENDS MULTI-BUY DISCOUNTS AT NO FRILLS  Libby Znaimer is joined by Dr. Sylvain Charlebois, Senior Director, Agri-Food Analytics Lab at Dalhousie University. No Frills, owned by grocery retail giant Loblaw, is doing away with its multi-buy offers. So, what does this mean for consumers?

THE ZOOMER SQUAD:  LET'S TALK ABOUT MENTAL ACUITY IN POLITICAL LEADERSHIP Jane Brown is filling in for Libby Znaimer today. She is joined by Rudy Buttignol, President of CARP (Canadian Association of Retired Persons), John Wright, Executive Vice President of Maru Public Opinion,  and Bob Richardson, a public affairs consultant. In the aftermath of that disastrous debate performance by U.S. President Joe Biden against former President Donald Trump...our panel weighs in on what happened, how it sparked a national conversation South of the border about whether he should step down and about mental acuity in political leadership. And...here at home, Canadians are celebrating Canada Day today. But, how do Canadians feel about Canada lately? Our panel discusses. HIGHWAY ROAD SAFETY THIS CANADA DAY LONG WEEKEND Jane Brown is now joined by Sergeant Sami Nasr of the Ontario Provincial Police. It's the long weekend...which means it's time to revisit the conversation about road safety on our highways. The OPP point out to us the kind of bad driving behaviors they tend to see, and tips for being safe on our roads. WHAT A STUDY SAYS ABOUT TORONTO'S TRAFFIC CONGESTION Jane Brown is now joined by Dr. Matthias Sweet, Associate Professor at the School of Urban and Regional Planning at Toronto Metropolitan University. When it comes to traffic congestion and global cities who have it the worst, Toronto is 17th on the list according the INRIX Global Traffic Scorecard. So, how did we get here? And, what can we learn from other cities about alleviating the problem? Listen live, weekdays from noon to 1, on Zoomer Radio!

We start the show with a quick interview with film/movie buff Ben Harrison, and later we speak with CTV Movie Critic Richard Crouse. Also the Rundown panel Bob Richardson and Tasha Kheiriddin discuss the day's biggest stories.

THE ZOOMER SQUAD:  ARE YOU AN ACTIVE GRANDPARENT? TURNS OUT YOUR ROLE OFFERS IMPORTANT HEALTH BENEFITS Tasha Kheiriddin is filling in for Libby Znaimer today. She is joined by Anthony Quinn, Chief Community Officer of CARP, Bill VanGorder, Chief Advocacy and Education Officer of CARP, and Darrell Bricker, CEO of Ipsos Public Affairs. The panel reacts to what a new study out of Finland tells us about the important role grandparents have, and then they discuss Ottawa's Disability Benefit program.  PREMIER DOUG FORD'S CABINET SHUFFLE & MISSISSAUGA'S MAYORAL ELECTION Tasha Kheiriddin is now joined by Bob Richardson, Senior Council, National Public Relations, and Jason Lietaer, Conservative Strategist and President at Enterprise. There's plenty of developments in the world of politics across Ontario and the GTA. On Friday, Premier Doug Ford made a major cabinet shuffle which included moving Stephen Lecce out of the role of Minister of Education and replacing him with Todd Smith (Lecce now takes on the role of Minister of Energy and Electrification). Meanwhile, all eyes are on Mississauga today as residents of that city head to the polls to vote for their new mayor.

John Tory Jr and Bob Richardson join us The Rundown, and Evan Solomon share's his thoughts on the Trump Verdict.  

THE ZOOMER SQUAD: HOW SUPPORTIVE ARE ZOOMERS OF THE FEDERAL LIBERALS? Libby Znaimer is joined by Anthony Quinn, Chief Community Officer of CARP,  Bill VanGorder, Chief Advocacy and Education Officer of CARP, and Darrell Bricker, CEO of Ipsos Public Affairs. It's Monday - time for our Zoomer Squad - and both politics and health are in the spotlight. New polling shows that Zoomers may be the last bastion of support for the Liberal government. And there's a new Seniors advocate in BC. One of his first acts was to go to NYC to advocate for a binding international convention on seniors' rights. Is that a useful thing to pursue? ONTARIO PREMIER DOUG FORD'S BIG BEER PLANS Libby Znaimer is joined by Bob Richardson, Senior Council, National Public Relations, and Karl Moore,  Associate Professor, Strategy & Organization AT McGill University. What's all this about the moving up of the date for selling wine and beer in corner stores? Why does the PC government want to spend $225M on this? And is it a sign that a snap election may be in the works? THE LATEST ON THE ANTI-ISRAEL ENCAMPMENT AT UOFT Libby Znaimer is joined by Rabbi Yaacov Vidal, Principal of Bais Chaya Mushka in North York and Jaime Kirzner-Roberts, Director of Advocacy and Policy at Friends of Simon Wiesenthal Centre. Today: we discuss the aftermath of a shooting that targeted Bais Chaya Mushka--a Jewish elementary school. And we get the latest reaction to what's going on at the anti-Israel encampment on the grounds of UofT in downtown Toronto.

Jim has issues with Feds not wanting to go back to the officeOn the Rundown John Tory Jr and Bob Richardson debate the big stories of the day.And the Bank of Canada says the financial system is stable… but it's not so we talk to economist Moshe Lander

THE MEDICAL RECORD: BC SHIFTS ITS DRUG POLICY Libby Znaimer is joined by Dr. Malcolm Moore, Medical Oncologist at Princess Margaret Cancer Centre and a former head of the BC Cancer Agency, Dr. Fahad Razak, Canada Research Chair in Data Informed Healthcare Improvement at the University of Toronto and Dr. Alisa Naiman, Family Physician and Medical Director of The Medical Station in Toronto. We get the doctors' take on BC's move to roll back decriminalization of drug use at least when it comes to using in public places. WHAT POLICE ARE AND ARE NOT LEGALLY ALLOWED TO DO DURING A HIGH-SPEED CHASE Libby is now joined by Joseph Neuberger, a Criminal Defence Lawyer with Neuberger and Partners LLP. Why were police on that dangerous and ultimately deadly high- speed chase on the 401 that killed an infant and his grandparents as well as the suspect? It was apparently the result of an armed robbery. An investigation is underway into this horrific tragedy. What are police legally and not legally allowed to do during a high-speed chase? TWO KEY BY-ELECTIONS ARE FAST APPROACHING: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW Libby is now joined by Bob Richardson, Senior Council to National Public Relations, and John Mykytyshyn, Conservative Activist, Political Consultant, and President of Bradgate Research Group. Two provincial bi-elections are taking place tomorrow in two ridings currently held by PC's - Lambton-Kent-Middlesex, which was the riding of Ford government Minister Monte McNaughton, and Milton, which was Parm Gill's riding before he resigned.

TUNE INTO THE TOWN:  WHO'S PAYING FOR THE THERME SPA AT ONTARIO PLACE? Libby Znaimer is joined by Alex Blumenstein, Co-Founder of The Peak, Karen Stintz, CEO of Variety Village, and David Crombie, former Mayor of Toronto. Earlier in the week on Fight Back, Toronto Police Association President Jon Reid told Libby that the union has called on Mayor Olivia Chow to condemn a letter signed by some City councillors who expressed concern over a Pro-Palestinian protest in which some demonstrators were arrested for breaking the law. Since his appearance on the show, the Mayor has said she has no plans to condemn that group of councillors. So, how do you feel about this? And, Vaughan in collaboration with York Regional Police are working to crack down on illegal car rallies. PRIME MINISTER TRUDEAU TESTIFIES OVER FOREIGN INTERFERENCE Libby Znaimer is now joined by Bob Richardson, Senior Council, National Public Relations and Phil Gurski,  President and CEO of Borealis Threat and Risk Consulting and a former CSIS analyst. This week: Prime Minister Justin Trudeau testified at the Public Inquiry on Foreign Interference in Ottawa. Our experts react to what he said...and what he didn't. AMOS GUIORA GIVES US AN UPDATE ON ISRAEL'S WAR WITH HAMAS Libby Znaimer is now joined by Dr. Amos Guiora,  Professor of Law at the University of Utah and a former Legal advisor to the IDF in Gaza. Amos weighs in on potential retaliation from Iran after Israel conducted a targeted killing of IRGC generals at the Iranian consular building in Damascus earlier this month, and the recent anti-government protests taking place inside Israel that are calling for the release of hostages still being held by Hamas and for an election.

THE ZOOMER SQUAD: HATE CRIMES ON THE RISE IN TORONTO Libby is joined by John Wright, Executive Vice President at Maru Public Opinion; Bob Richardson, President of Hammersmith Consulting; and John Mykytyshyn, President of Bradgate Research Group, for a conversation about hate crimes on the rise in Toronto, the Mayor of Vaughan getting tough on demonstrators who intimidate, and new developments in long-term care. U.S. MOVING TO BAN TIK TOK Citing national security concerns, the U.S. Congress has moved a big step closer to a crackdown on a popular platform that could have far-reaching implications for social media in the country. But critics say the move could have significant negative consequences for small businesses that rely on Tik Tok to drive traffic to their enterprises. Libby Znaimer is joined by Phil Gurski, former senior strategic terrorism analyst at CSIS and President of Borealis Threat and Risk Consulting; Philip Mai, Co-director of the Social Media Lab at Ted Rogers School of Management at Toronto Metropolitan University; and Rigatoni Garrido, a fine artist and animator who relies on Tik Tok to drive traffic to her business, to discuss this contentious issue. NEW DATA SHOWS FRAUD CASES ON THE RISE IN CANADA Libby Znaimer is joined by Yale Holder, Vice President of Customer Experience at Moneris for a conversation about Fraud Prevention Month.

THE ZOOMER SQUAD: HOME CARE AND PHARMACARE With Ontario's senior population about to spike, a new report predicts a huge demand for home care. And the deadline is looming for the governing Liberals to table legislation on a national pharmacare program. The government has until March 1st, otherwise NDP leader Jagmeet Singh says his party will make good on its promise to end their deal. Bob Komsic is filling in for Libby Znaimer today. He is joined by Rudy Buttignol, President of CARP; Bob Richardson, Senior Council to National Public Relations; and John Wright, Executive Vice President of Maru Public Opinion to discuss these matters, and more. PROPOSED COTTAGE RENTAL LEGISLATION THAT'S BECOME A HOT BUTTON ISSUE IN MUSKOKA New rules proposed for Short Term Rentals (STRs) in the Township of Muskoka Lakes are not being well-received by property owners. Bob Komsic is joined by founder and president of Jayne's Cottages, Jayne McCaw to explore this contentious issue. REMEMBERING ALEXEI NAVALNY AFTER HIS DEATH Alexei Navalny, a primary critic of Russian leader Vladimir Putin, has died in prison. Bob Komsic is joined by Dr. Maria Popova, Associate Professor of Political Science and Jean Monnet Chair at McGill University, to get a sense of who Navalny was; how he became a major enemy of Putin; and the suspicious circumstances around his death.

On the next Random Encounter, we're exploring the narrative horror depths of World of Horror and the deep strategic and colorful layers of Wargroove 2.First, Bob Richardson will guide us through World of Horror. With its unique 1-bit artistic style and roguelike narrative structure, does the game offer a lasting experience that keeps players coming back for more? Following that, Ben Love will share his thoughts on Wargroove 2. The game brings new gameplay mechanics and thematic elements to the table, but does it manage to build on the success of its predecessor and meet the high expectations of fans?To round out the episode, we'll address a reader question about the increasing presence of RPG elements in games that aren't traditionally part of the RPG genre. Is this a positive development that enriches the gaming experience, or does it risk diluting what makes RPGs unique and special?Featuring: Jono Logan, Bob Richardson, and Ben Love; Edited by Jono LoganGet in Touch:RPGFan.comRPGFan ShopEmail us: podcast@rpgfan.comTwitter: @rpgfancomInstagram: @rpgfancomFacebook: rpgfancomTwitch: rpgfancomThis Episode's Related Links:World of Horror ReviewVideoverse ReviewWargroove ReviewWargroove 2 Review

Dalia Al-Awqati, Save the Children Canada; Danielle Smith, Alberta Premier; Jonathan Wilkinson, Natural Resources Minister; Kevin Gallagher, CTV News; The Front Bench with: Bob Richardson, Melanie Paradis, Anne McGrath and Judy Trinh; Heather Wright, CTV News.

I've met some interesting characters as I've traveled over west Texas for the past 40 years, but none more interesting than this month's guest: Bob Richardson of Aspermont, aka “Barefoot Bob.” I usually refer to Bob as “the closest thing Texas has to Crocodile Dundee.” You won't want to miss this opportunity to hear of Barefoot's accomplishments and acumen. In addition to being an authority on feral hogs, rattlesnakes, and porcupines he's also been guiding quail hunters since he was 8 years old. Join us on October 20.

Episode 77 is a surprise pop-up episode, with nuggets spanning 1920, 1922 and 1980, from the mid-Atlantic to Glasgow, and from music to horse-racing. We had a few too many tales to tell, so couldn't wait. We're meant to be on a break. Whoops.  Like our previous 'Loose Ends' episode, we've a few threads to pull on: The tale of Arthur Burrows on SS Victorian, breaking records and playing records in July 1920 - an eyewitness account, from 'Wireless at Sea: The First Fifty Years' by H.E. Hancock. Read along here if you like: https://www.worldradiohistory.com/BOOKSHELF-ARH/Technology/Technology-Early-Radio/Wireless-at-Sea-Hancock-1950.pdf (p.110) An interview between Frank Clive Milligan and his father Andrew Milligan about Andrew's father Frank Milligan, the pioneer behind 5MG from October 1922. Thanks Eddie Bohan for the link-up! Read Eddie's great blog about Frank Milligan here: https://ibhof.blogspot.com/2022/07/the-irishman-who-shaped-scottish-radio.html. We told of Frank Milligan/5MG on episode 48: https://pod.fo/e/12bf51 My findings at the BBC Written Archives Centre in Caversham - and thanks to them as ever! Including some 'new' info from Burrows' reminiscence, about whether day 1 of the BBC had music. Bob Richardson, prop rescuer extraordinaire, on some of a Tardis and the horse racing hexagonal drum. Info on The First Religious Broadcast: Re-staged where it began, in Peckham. If you're reading this before 10 Nov 2023, come and see! It's free. tiny.cc/1st-rb We're nothing to do with the BBC, y'hear? Original music is by Will Farmer. Join us on Facebook or Twitter. Join us on Patreon.com/paulkerensa to support the show for £5/mth. Get audio/video/writings in return. Join soon and get an old book in the post too! More soon. Next time: Authors' special. Aren't they? paulkerensa.com/oldradio 

On this episode of Random Encounter, we're diving into some recent non-RPG Final Fantasy spin-offs!First up, we have the first console entry in the long-running Final Fantasy rhythm game series, Theatrhythm Final Bar Line. Offering over 380 songs from every Final Fantasy game (with more songs from other Square Enix series on the way), it could be the ultimate entry of Theatrhythm, but does it get Bob tapping his toes along with the music? And then, the Shinra Electric Power Company puts our EiC Mike Salbato to work cleaning instruments of death in the Final Fantasy VII Remake DLC of PowerWash Simulator. Will he manage to clean the nooks and crannies of the Scorpion Sentinel in time to stop the criminal terrorist group, Avalanche? Find out in this week's Random Encounter!Featuring: Jono Logan, Bob Richardson, Mike Salbato; Edited by Jono LoganGet in Touch:RPGFan.comRPGFan ShopEmail us: podcast@rpgfan.comTwitter: @rpgfancomInstagram: @rpgfancomFacebook: rpgfancomTwitch: rpgfancomThis Episode's Related Links:Theatrhythm Final Bar Line ReviewPowerWash Simulator Midgar Special Pack Hands-On PreviewFinal Fantasy VII Remake Review

To tell the story of Emancipation, director Antoine Fuqua and cinematographer Robert Richardson were influenced by the colors in the famous photo "Whipped Peter," whose story and the photograph of his scarred back is still one of the most famous photos documenting the brutality of slavery today. They chose to desaturate the images to a sepia-tone with just hints of color. Antoine also felt the lack of color reflected the world of a slave- it's bleak and hopeless, and he wanted the film to look beautiful but brutal. The Louisiana swamps Peter must navigate through as he escapes also looked more eerie and otherworldly with a lack of color. Antoine says he and Bob spent a lot of time discussing the film, designing shots, laying out storyboards, and going over the story more than with any other cinematographer he worked with. Antoine wanted Emancipation to show that a movie about slavery could also be a taut, entertaining thriller. They both wanted to create an action movie with sustained intensity throughout, but at its heart, Bob saw the film as a love story about a man fighting against insurmountable obstacles, on the run to get back to his family. They decided to show the caring Peter has for his family in the opening scene of the film, as Peter gently washes his wife's feet. Bob chose to use long, sweeping one shots to build the tension throughout the film, rather than relying on quick cutting. This allowed the tension to build as the slaves run away into the swamps. He and Antoine didn't do multiple takes or alternate shots if they didn't think they needed it. Antoine created tension within the railroad camp scenes with many layers of action- it wasn't necessarily what was going on right in front of Will Smith's character, but also what was happening to the men and overseers behind him. As a director, Antoine always wanted to work with Bob Richardson, but at first Bob said no to shooting Emancipation. Bob says that as a white man, he didn't really feel comfortable making a story about race. Antoine points out that most human beings could feel compassion for someone else's story, and slavery exists across races. Though it wasn't Bob's personal history, Emancipation was telling the story of our history in America. Antoine Fuqua and Robert Richardson are currently shooting a second project together. Find Antoine Fuqua: Instagram @antoinefuqua Find Robert Richardson: Instagram @robertbrichardson Emancipation can be streamed on Apple TV+. Sponsored by Hot Rod Cameras: www.hotrodcameras.com The Cinematography Podcast website: www.camnoir.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheCinematographyPodcast Facebook: @cinepod Instagram: @thecinepod Twitter: @ShortEndz