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Host Piya Chattopadhyay speaks with The Economist's Rob Russo and The Toronto Star's Susan Delacourt about the key issues facing MPs as they return to the House of Commons, author and columnist Pagan Kennedy explores the history and bigger meaning of the rape kit, we take stock of the gains and setbacks for racial justice since George Floyd's murder with his uncle, Selwyn Jones, and journalist Robert Samuels, and columnist Niigaan Sinclair reflects on how Winnipeg helps tell the story of Canada.Discover more at https://www.cbc.ca/sunday

At Issue this week: Prime Minister Mark Carney has assembled a new cabinet, but what do his choices say about his priorities? The government comes under fire for delaying its first budget. And, a Quebec riding at the centre of a recount and mail-in ballot fight. Rosemary Barton hosts Althia Raj, Aaron Wherry and Rob Russo

Host Piya Chattopadhyay speaks with The Economist's Rob Russo, Le Devoir's Emilie Nicolas and The Hub's Sean Speer about our post-election political reality, science journalist Laura Spinney explains how one ancient dialect inspired scores of languages we speak today, veteran political columnist Andrew Coyne talks about the "crisis" he sees in Canadian democracy, and we play an all-new round of our monthly challenge, That's Puzzling!Find more at at https://www.cbc.ca/sunday

Jeff speaks with Rob Russo from The Economist, and Lori Turnbull from Dalhousie University.

Host Piya Chattopadhyay speaks with The Economist's Rob Russo, Le Devoir's Emilie Nicolas and The Hub's Sean Speer about what we've learned during the federal election campaign, writer Leanne Betasamosake Simpson talks about the meaning of water for Indigenous communities, Vatican expert Massimo Faggioli looks at the politics involved in electing a new pope, writer Vinh Nguyen reflects on the legacy of the Vietnam War for refugee communities, and political science professor Laura Stephenson decodes some commonly used election lingo.Discover more at cbc.ca/sunday

Host Piya Chattopadhyay sets up the final week of the federal election campaign with political journalists Rob Russo, Emilie Nicolas and Ryan Jespersen, The Beaverton's Luke Gordon Field and The Onion's Christine Wenc talk about the craft of satire in an age of misinformation, linguist Michael Erard reflects on what our first and last words say about us, and The Sunday Magazine's Howard Goldenthal looks at the legacy of the Cambodian genocide.Discover more at cbc.ca/sunday

Four leaders, one moderator, two hours of debate.  In a five week campaign did those two hours change the shape of Canada's election race?  That's the question for Chantal Hebert and Rob Russo on this week's Good Talk.

With his weekly update on all the goings-on in the federal election, the Canada correspondent for The Economist joins us with his thoughts on former Prime Minister Stephen Harper's endorsement of Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre... and other news from the campaign trail this week. (Krissy Holmes with Rob Russo)

We check with Rob Russo of The Economist for his thoughts on how the Liberals and Conservatives have been dealing with controversial candidates... and how the parties plan to deal with Trump's tariffs. (Krissy Holmes with Rob Russo)

Host Piya Chattopadhyay breaks down the first week of the federal election campaign with The Economist's Rob Russo, Le Devoir's Emilie Nicolas and The Hub's Sean Speer. Then, Caroline Darian, daughter of Gisèle and Dominique Pelicot – the victim and perpetrator, respectively, at the centre of last year's notorious rape trial in France – reflects on how her father's crimes have affected their family. Finally, linguistics professor John McWhorter dives into the historic, linguistic and cultural debates surrounding pronouns.Discover more at cbc.ca/sunday

It was bad enough last week when Doug Ford told Pierre Poilievre he didn't have time to campaign for him.  But now Ford's top strategist says Poilievre is heading for defeat unless he changes his campaign. And he has the polls to back that up. What's really happening -- Chantal Hebert and Rob Russo have their say.  

For the first time in months, U.S. President Donald Trump isn't calling Canada's prime minister the “governor of the 51st state.” But Prime Minister Mark Carney insists the “old relationship” between Canada and the United States — anchored by deep economic, security and military ties — has come to an end. Meanwhile, the first week of the election campaign has been consumed by tariff tensions, eclipsing tax-cut promises and prompting concern among conservative stalwarts that Pierre Poilievre's CPC could be losing focus. An apparent collapse in NDP support and a last-minute scramble to confirm candidates add to the drama of an already unpredictable race. Join Kathleen Petty on West of Centre as she delves into these shifting dynamics with Rob Russo from The Economist, Shannon Waters from The Narwhal, and the CBC's Jason Markusoff. *Note this episode contains explicit language

Host Piya Chattopadhyay sets up the federal election with The Economist's Rob Russo, Le Devoir's Emilie Nicolas and The Hub's Sean Speer, Kenneth Roth looks back on nearly three decades at the helm of Human Rights Watch, The Sunday Magazine's Levi Garber explores how tariff uncertainty is affecting border communities, Barry Blitt reflects on the art of political cartooning, and we consider what Canada's symbols say about us.Discover more at cbc.ca/sunday

The election will be called this weekend and the country's voters will be determining Canada's future.  There could be as many as six main leaders but the main contest will be between Mark Carney and Pierre Poilievre.  Chantal Hebert and Rob Russo are here for some Good Talk on that.

Host Piya Chattopadhyay speaks to Rob Russo and Tonda MacCharles about how Canadian politics are being affected by Donald Trump's promised tariff threats, social justice activist Loretta Ross discusses her new book Calling In and her alternative ideas to cancel culture, we get the latest on developments around the Gaza ceasefire deal from The Economist's Gregg Carlstrom, and podcaster and writer Kelsey McKinney breaks down the origins of gossip, and why people everywhere love to do it.

Host Piya Chattopadhyay speaks with The Economist's Rob Russo, Le Devoir's Emilie Nicolas and Ian Austen from The New York Times about the Liberal leadership race and Donald Trump's growing threats to Canada, we explore the defining moments of the 21st century as it hits the quarter-way mark, The Washington Post's Toluse "Tolu" Olorunnipa and author Chris Whipple look back on Joe Biden's legacy as he exits the White House, and our monthly challenge That's Puzzling! returns.Discover more at cbc.ca/sunday

Political anayst and Canadian correspondent for the Economist, Rob Russo hears you weigh in on the turmoil affecting the Canadian Liberal Party. 

Host Piya Chattopadhyay speaks with Rob Russo, Stephanie Levitz and David Staples about the highlights and lowlights of the year in Canadian politics, researcher Rachel Plotnick explores what the rise, fall and return of buttons can teach us about the human-machine relationship, Bessma Momani and Kareem Shaheen discuss Syria's future after the Assad regime, and author Katherine Rundell makes her case for cultivating wonder in our chaotic world.Discover more at cbc.ca/Sunday

Host Piya Chattopadhyay speaks with The Economist's Rob Russo and The Globe and Mail's Stephanie Levitz about how Canadian politicians are responding to Donald Trump's tariff threat, historian Evan Friss explores why bookstores endure against the odds, researcher Carolyn Whitzman shares approaches to solving Canada's housing crisis, and our monthly challenge That's Puzzling! returns.Discover more at https://www.cbc.ca/sunday

President-elect Donald Trump is assembling his inner circle and making some cabinet nominations that are sending shockwaves around the world. As officials here prepare for tough talks on trade and border security – what could those picks mean for Canada? Two journalists in Washington and Ottawa to weigh in. Then, Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew joins the program to talk U.S. trade, tariffs and the border.Plus, Palestinian Canadians who are trying to bring family members from Gaza into Canada explain why they're frustrated – and losing hope – over a special visa program. An immigration and refugee lawyer also details what she sees as the program's main problems.Finally, former B.C. premier John Horgan died this week at the age of 65. A former colleague shares memories of his leadership and kindness.This episode features the voices of: Alex Panetta, CBC WashingtonRob Russo, Canadian correspondent for The EconomistWab Kinew, Premier of ManitobaOmar Omar, Palestinian CanadianAhmed Badah, Palestinian CanadianDebbie Rachlis, immigration and refugee lawyerRavi Kahlon, B.C. Minister of Housing

Rob Russo of The Economist subs for Bruce Anderson today, and we get all of this with Rob and Chantal.

Host Piya Chattopadhyay speaks with Susan Delacourt and Rob Russo about the Liberal caucus revolt, Dr. Chika Stacy Oriuwa shares her journey to becoming a doctor and advocating for other racialized people in medicine, political scientist Dave Karpf explores how Big Tech is shaping the U.S. election campaign, Eater correspondent Jaya Saxena charts how review culture took root in modern life, and MLB historian John Thorn dives into the storied Yankees-Dodgers rivalry taking place at this year's World Series.Discover more at https://www.cbc.ca/sunday

How quickly things change. The 2024 campaign was supposed to be a rematch of the 2020 race, but in a matter of a few weeks, the lagging Democrats have ditched U.S. President Joe Biden as the candidate, crowned Harris — and surged in the polls. Now, they're set to meet in Chicago for their national convention, with the aim of keeping their momentum going. Guest host Katie Simpson sits down with a Democratic insider to talk about the role governors will play in the new campaign, before two journalists break down what the convention might hold.Plus — author David R. Samson talks about his book, Our Tribal Future, digging deep into the origins of the “us versus them” mentality, how it pervades our politics today and how humanity may be able to inoculate itself against it.This episode features the voices of: Ofirah Yheskel, director of external affairs, Democratic Governors AssociationAmie Parnes, senior political correspondent, The HillRob Russo, correspondent, The EconomistDavid R. Samson, evolutionary anthropologist, author, Our Tribal Future: How to channel our human instinct into a force for good

With newcomers to the podcast, Tedeschi Trucks Band fans Rob Russo and Glen Petitt, who were there! Livestreams on YouTube, instagram.com/tedeschitruckspodcast, tedeschitruckspodcast.com, adamchoit.com, tedeschitrucksband.com

Today an encore presentation of an episode that originally aired on April 2nd. There used to be a time when the finance minister's budget speech was the most closely guarded secret on the parliamentary agenda.  Not so much anymore. These days many budget policies are released weeks before the speech. That's certainly the case this year. The budget speech isn't for another few weeks but daily we seem to learn more about what will be in the speech. The Canadian correspondent for The Economist, Rob Russo, gives us a history lesson on budgets but also takes us inside this year's process. 

We start this week with a simple question -- where is all the money coming from to pay for massive new housing and school lunch programs? With a budget now less than two weeks ago and multi billion dollar programs being dropped almost daily it's an important question. But so is the future of the NDP, with some high profile new departures from Jagmeet Singh's next campaign candidate list. Rob Russo filling in for Bruce Anderson and Chantal Hebert have their say.

There used to be a time when the finance minister's budget speech was the most closely guarded secret on the parliamentary agenda.  Not so much anymore. These days many budget policies are released weeks before the speech. That's certainly the case this year. The budget speech isn't for another few weeks but daily we seem to learn more about what will be in the speech. The Canadian correspondent for The Economist, Rob Russo, gives us a history lesson on budgets but also takes us inside this year's process. 

At Issue this week: Remembering Brian Mulroney, who served as prime minister during a tumultuous era but left office deeply unpopular after his death at 84. Rosemary Barton hosts Andrew Coyne, Tonda MacCharles and Rob Russo.

Looking back at the legacy of Brian Mulroney, a former prime minister who is remembered for the humanity of his politics and his willingness to tackle big issues, as well as major — and divisive — moves on taxes and trade.

After more than a dozen year end interviews by some of Canada's political leaders, who benefited most?  The leaders? The media? The public?  That and more about the relationship between the media and the leaders with a former bureau chief at the Canadian Press and the CBC in Ottawa, Rob Russo. WE cover a lot of ground, so enjoy.

Dec. 27, 2023 - Host David Cochrane and Power Panelists James Moore, Brad Lavigne, Vandana Kattar and Rob Russo count down the top five political news stories of 2023.

After weeks of debate and political fighting, Canada has made a major vote in favour of a ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas war. The House digs into Canada's position on the Israel-Hamas war, as well as the situation in Ukraine, in an interview with Defence Minister Bill Blair. We'll also hear from a CBC reporter who had the chance to sit down with the head of Canada's spy agency, which has had a challenging year. Plus — the issue of a complex and concerning scam that has seen homeowners pay out thousands of dollars over the years, and is now getting some attention from the Ontario government. Two Hill journalists will also talk about the fracas over House of Commons Speaker Greg Fergus and the question of whether he should resign — and what it all means about the state of politics right now. Finally, The House will take a look at the issue of rising food bank usage and the question of whether government aid can solve the problem. This episode features interview with: - Bill Blair, minister of defence - Catharine Tunney, CBC senior reporter - Todd McCarthy, Ontario minister of public and business service delivery - Tom Rakocevic, Ontario NDP consumer protection critic - Dennis Crawford, lawyer - Rob Russo, journalist, The Economist - Susan Delacourt, journalist, Toronto Star - Dianne Mcleod, executive director, Cambridge Food Bank - Marjorie Bencz, executive director, Edmonton Gleaners Association Food Bank

Both some of the international media and some country's leaders found out this week what happens when you jump to conclusions on blame. Especially in the Middle East. Bruce is away this week but The Economist's Rob Russo sits in with Chantal Hebert for an important conversation on the latest from the Israel-Hamas war. Also, discussions on the House of Commons, the NDP and Pierre Poilievre's position on the Alberta Pension Plan idea.

This week on The House: Two longtime Hill watchers — former CBC parliamentary bureau chief Rob Russo and Toronto Star columnist Susan Delacourt — break down the significance of the news of the separation between Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Sophie Grégoire Trudeau. Canada's new sport integrity commissioner, Sarah-Ève Pelletier, talks about the kinds of complaints she's received and whether a public inquiry into abuse in sport is needed. Fionnuala Ní Aoláin, the UN special rapporteur on counter-terrorism and human rights, describes her harrowing trip to prisons and camps in Syria — and what the Canadian government must do to bring its citizens home. Plus — the CBC's Mary-Catherine McIntosh heads to the riding of Cumberland-Colchester to meet Conservative MP Stephen Ellis as part of our “Backbenchers' backyards” summer series.

Four byelections this week have some Conservatives worried about the future.  Should they be or is it all just smoke and mirrors?Brian Mulroney gives Justin Trudeau a rousing introduction -- what's up with that?   And are news organizations making the right call on their breathless reporting of the latest Titanic story?  Veteran journalist Rob Russo sits in for Bruce Anderson this week.

It's a simple issue but one that gets people talking and today some "good talk" with Chantal and Rob Russo filling in for Bruce. Images of Canadian history or drawings of  Canadiana -- what do you think best reflects our passports?  Plus a new challenge for Conservatives, and a controversial return of Donald Trump.  All talkers.

It was supposed to be a throwaway two-minute chat, but we ended up talking about PM Trudeau and the Coronation for 12 minutes.  Why? You might want to listen!  Chantal and filling in for Bruce, our friend Rob Russo.  Also some substantial talk about the biggest strike in Canadian history and why its taking so long to settle.  Plus the Liberals meet in convention next week where among other things, lowering the voting age is on the agenda.

Sarah and Bruce welcome Rob Russo to talk all things living on your own for the first time! Specifically focused on 20 something's moving into their first rental apartment or home and the “tools” they need, both literally and figuratively, to thrive. Rob discusses the importance of what to have in a proper tool box, and also goes over what to tackle vs. when to call in back up. This useful and informative topic will help prepare any young adults embarking on living on their own for the first time! Builder's Notebook is recorded and produced by JDCommunications, Inc Theme music by Sean Ryan Peters For more information on Sarah and Bruce visit www.SHConstruction.com and www.BruceIrving.biz --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/buildersnotebook/message

Rob Russo sits in for Bruce this week as he joins Chantal for more on health care, and an intriguing suggestion of what Justin Trudeau may be up to with his cabinet.  But leading the show, what does the resignation of New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern say about the pressures of leadership? That plus the NDP, and the latest threat to pull the plug on support for the government.

December 30, 2022 - Host David Cochrane and Power Panelists Sharan Kaur, Michael Solberg, Brad Lavigne and Rob Russo count down the top five Canadian political stories to watch in 2023.

Bruce is off for this week's Good Talk but Rob Russo fills in with Chantal.  Is there reason for optimism with progress on Truth and Reconciliation? And in a fight between climate change and inflation who wins? Plus the Quebec election is next week and so is the search for a new premier in Alberta.

After hinting the Liberal's solution for inflation would be in a speech by the finance minister yesterday, observers were left disappointed. Are the Liberals out of ideas and adrift?  Chantal Hebert and Rob Russo (filling in this week for Bruce Anderson) have their thoughts on that, plus some analysis on Pierre Poilievre and things Conservative.

Bruce is away this week and Rob Russo joins in with Chantal on what was a very interesting week.  What did those three topics have in common and why were all three important?

Lots on the program today starting with the explosion in the use of sleep apps because of the pandemic.  But also we ask my old friend and former Washington correspondent Rob Russo to help us understand whether it will ever be possible for the US Congress to bring Donald Trump to account for what he did or didn't do on last year's insurrection day.

Lots for Chantal and Rob Russo (filling in this week for Bruce) to talk about as we preview the decisions around and the optics around the cabinet that Justin Trudeau will unveil next Tuesday.  Also, what does mandatory vaccination mean for MPs to enter the House of Commons and does it create yet another problem for Erin O'Toole?  And then, inflation, and the Alberta plebiscite.  As I said, lots to talk about!

Journalists Althia Raj and Rob Russo tackle some key questions about journalism: should Justin Trudeau be called "prime minister" during a campaign?; who pays for reporters' travel on campaign planes?; should reporters share the blame for bad answers from politicians?; and how about the touchy subject of what's on and what's off the record?  It's an action-packed episode you won't want to miss.

What aren't we seeing, what aren't we hearing and what aren't we discussing as we enter the third day of Canada's election campaign.  That's the focus on this first segment of the "Reporters Notebook". Veteran political journalists Rob Russo and Althia Raj give a sense of what they see ahead. And a rundown of how the papers played Sunday's election call -- an interesting look at the way the country reacted to the decision. 

This episode features the hosts of the brilliant podcast The Fabulous Invalid, Jamie DuMont and Rob Russo. Jame and Rob educate me on the deep history of CATS, their love of the show, Rob's Stage Left thesis on CATS, and everything else you might want to know about the history of the show. Check out Jamie on Instagram: @troutinnyc Check out Jamie on Twitter: @jamiedumont Check out Rob on all social media platforms: @stageleft_nyc Check out Rob's Stage Left website: www.stageleft.nyc Check out The Fabulous Invalid Podcast on all social media platforms: @fabulousinvalid Check out The Fabulous Invalid Podcast Produced by: Alan Seales & Broadway Podcast Network Instagram & Twitter: @TheWrongCatDied Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this special episode of “Stage Left: The Podcast”, anchor Rob Russo is joined by prior panelists Ayanna Prescod, Casey Mink, and Christian Lewis, and special guest Jamie DuMont from “The Fabulous Invalid”, for the first-ever “Stage Lefty Awards” in celebration of the abbreviated 2019-2020 season of theatre in New York. Tune in to hear the panelists share their picks for the most outstanding performances and shows of the season. Music by Jason Robert Brown, “Wait “Til You See What’s Next”.  Rob Russo Twitter/Instagram: @StageLeft_NYC www.stageleft.nyc Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Covering politics is a changing enterprise. Fewer reporters with more deadlines are feeding news cycles around the clock. Are politicians getting a fair shake? An almost two-year-old comment from former prime minister Stephen Harper during a book tour has fired up the debate once again. Kathleen Petty talks to three journalists: Rob Russo, CBC’s Ottawa bureau chief, Globe and Mail columnist Kelly Cryderman and Murray Mandryk, a columnist with the Regina Leader-Post and Saskatoon StarPhoenix.

Covering politics is a changing enterprise. Fewer reporters with more deadlines are feeding news cycles around the clock. Are politicians getting a fair shake? An almost two-year-old comment from Stephen Harper during a book tour has fired up the debate once again. Kathleen Petty talks to three journalists: Rob Russo, CBC’s Ottawa bureau chief, Globe and Mail columnist Kelly Cryderman and Murray Mandryk, a columnist with the Regina Leader-Post and Saskatoon StarPhoenix.

On this episode of “Stage Left: The Podcast”, anchor Rob Russo is joined by Hayley Levitt, theatre critic and associate editor at Theatermania.com, and Jose Solís, freelance theatre critic, writer, and podcaster, for a roundtable conversation about three musicals: “Mack and Mabel”, “Darling Grenadine”, and “West Side Story”. Music by Jason Robert Brown, “Wait “Til You See What’s Next”.  Rob Russo Twitter/Instagram: @StageLeft_NYC www.stageleft.nyc

On this episode of “Stage Left: The Podcast”, anchor Rob Russo is joined by Christian Lewis, theatre critic and Outer Critics Circle member, and Ayanna Prescod, theatre critic and founder of OurBKSocial, for a roundtable conversation about “Grand Horizons”, “Little Shop of Horrors”, and “Moulin Rouge!” Music by Jason Robert Brown, "Wait 'Til You See What's Next". Rob Russo Twitter/Instagram: @StageLeft_NYC www.stageleft.nyc

On this episode of “Stage Left: The Podcast”, anchor Rob Russo is joined by David Gordon, theatre critic, senior features reporter, and principal photographer at Theatermania.com, and Casey Mink, senior staff writer at Backstage, for a roundtable conversation about three top shows on Broadway: “My Name Is Lucy Barton”, “Is This A Room”, and “A Soldier’s Play”. Music by Jason Robert Brown, "Wait 'Til You See What's Next". Rob Russo Twitter/Instagram: @StageLeft_NYC www.stageleft.nyc

On this episode of “Stage Left: The Podcast”, anchor Rob Russo is joined by Jose Solís, freelance theatre critic, writer, and podcaster, and Louis Peitzman, freelance culture writer, for a roundtable conversation about three top shows on Broadway: “Tina: The Tina Turner Musical”, “American Utopia”, and “The Inheritance”. Music by Jason Robert Brown, "Wait 'Til You See What's Next". Rob Russo Twitter/Instagram: @StageLeft_NYC www.stageleft.nyc

On the first episode of “Stage Left: The Podcast”, anchor Rob Russo is joined by Casey Mink, senior staff writer at Backstage, and Ayanna Prescod, theatre critic and founder of OurBKSocial, for a roundtable conversation about three top shows of the fall season: “Slave Play”, “Our Dear Dead Drug Lord”, and “Jagged Little Pill”. Music by Jason Robert Brown, "Wait 'Til You See What's Next". Rob Russo Twitter/Instagram: @StageLeft_NYC www.stageleft.nyc

Jeremy Parish summons the eldritch forms of Castlevania experts Kurt Kalata, Rob Russo, and Kevin Bunch to discuss the enigma that is... Castlevania games that don't fit into any other specific grouping, like Haunted Castle and Bloodlines. Spooky!

We are IN THE ROOM with Jamie DuMont and Rob Russo from THE FABULOUS INVALID theatre podcast! (Missed you Jennifer Simard!) We recorded this episode at the Broadway press company DKC O&M on National Coming Out Day, naturally. Rob worked in politics as a close aide to Secretary Hillary Rodham Clinton and is also a writer and theatre critic. Subscribe to his theatre blog: Stage Left (www.stageleft.nyc)! We talk about the time Secretary Clinton was a guest on their podcast as “theatre’s biggest fan” – it’s a fabulous episode if you haven’t listened yet. Jamie is an event planner extraordinaire, chef, and has also enjoyed a career in the theatre. We’re obsessed with them. Please rate and review! @fabulousinvalid @troutinnyc @stageleft_nyc @intheroompod @danakellycraig @sferezy @broadwaypodcastnetwork IN THE ROOM WITH STEVEN & DANA is delightfully sponsored in part by Babe Rosé (@drinkbabe) and Broadway Crew (broadwaycrew)! We would be gob smacked into next week if you gave us a rating and review on iTunes! We so appreciate your lurve, shout outs, and support! XOXO

Live from Long Island Retro Expo! Jeremy chats with Rob Russo and Kurt Kalata from HG101 about loving unpopular game systems, then muses on the means and philosophy behind playing old games with VGHF's Frank Cifaldi and MLIG's Coury Carlson.

Mark Fyke, 18, of Ontario, was fatally shot at a payphone in Daytona Beach. The slaying caused an uproar in Fyke's hometown of Belleville and had a lasting impact on international tourism. Special guests: Former News-Journal reporter Joe Ditzler, Daytona Beach Welcome Center manager Scott Edwards, News-Journal columnist Mark Lane and Canadian journalist Rob Russo.

Kurt Kalata and Rob Russo of Hardcore Gaming 101 join Jeremy Parish to explore the alternate reality version of Konami's legendary run of NES games: Their extensive MSX home computer library. From Metal Gear to Nemesis, it's all familiar, and yet... not.

Jeremy Parish teams up with HG101's Kurt Kalata and Rob Russo to take on the violent, deadly history of the Double Dragon franchise (and hopefully save Marion in the process).

Kurt Kalata and Rob Russo join us from Hardcore Gaming 101 to delve into the history of Konami's legendary Gradius series. From its prequel (Scramble) to its most recent spinoff (Otomedius), we blast our way through the span of the entire series!

Fresh from Long Island Retro Gaming Expo, Jeremy and Bob yield the floor to Kurt Kalata and Rob Russo from Hardcore Gaming 101 to explain the history of Falcom's Dragon Slayer series. Just in time for the PS4 debut of the latest spinoff, Tokyo Xanadu!

Alien Gear Holsters back in with Rob Russo.       www.aliengearholsters.com

2nd hour and its the Live Debut of Alien Gear Holsters with Rob Russo.

Jeff Sieh talks with Rob Russo, cofounder of Avocado Shirt Co.  Rob represents the tip of the spear when it comes to avocado and guacamole-branded merchandise. A legion of ‘guac’ fans has discovered the upstart shirt company in a big way. And lots of those discoveries were made on social media, including Pinterest.  Listen in to see how, using social media, Rob was able to crack the code and curate an excited, engaged fan base. Rob Russo is a professional graphic designer that recently escaped the corporate cubicle. He has a slight obsession with guacamole (which fueled his recent startup that was successfully funded on Kickstarter, Avocado Shirt Co .) and is partner and creative director of his latest business venture, HagerRusso, a strategic marketing firm. He combines his love for design and social media to teach entrepreneurs, social managers and small business owners the value of visual marketing. He's a blogger and is preparing his first soon-to-be-released online training program.