The Jerry Agar Show

It's Party for Two! Jerry is joined by Mike Kakuk, Co-Host of Mornings with Mike and Meg on AM800 Windsor, to discuss the biggest stories of the day. Prime Minister Mark Carney says Russian players will "absolutely" be denied visas for the 2027 World Junior Hockey Championship. Jerry speaks with Victoria Matiash, host on the NHL Radio Network and writer for ESPN.com, about the decision and its imp...

Jerry opens the show with an open on the results of the U.S. midterm elections, as Democrats ride a blue wave and voters deliver their verdict on Donald Trump's tenure. Jerry shares his thoughts on what the outcome means for American politics and why Canadians should be paying attention. Jerry usually isn't a fan of expropriation, but he thinks this case may be an exception. He discusses the City...

It's Party for Two! Jerry is joined by Bob Richardson, NEWSTALK 1010 contributor and public affairs consultant, to discuss the top stories of the day. Jerry reacts to reports that a Canadian Armed Forces member supervising air cadets during a poppy drive was allegedly attacked in Hamilton. It's Telescopic Tuesday with Dan Riskin, Newstalk 1010 Science Expert, who breaks down the latest science hea...

Jerry opens the show by taking issue with a column arguing that ending homelessness should be a nation-building project. He shares his thoughts on homelessness, government responsibility, and whether current approaches are producing results. Jerry then opens the phones for listeners to weigh in on the issue. Good news for drivers: gas and diesel prices are expected to drop to their lowest levels i...

It’s Party for Two, and Jerry is joined by Sabrina Nanji from the Queen’s Park Observer to break down the top stories of the day. Next, Jerry looks into complaints from residents being kept awake by alarms sounding from TTC buses overnight. To explain why it's happening and what the TTC is doing about it, he speaks with Stuart Green, TTC spokesperson. Jerry speaks with Mohit Rajhans, m...

Jerry opens the show with a Morning Rant about the investigation into the Bridle Path suspect. After Toronto police said they couldn't arrest the suspect while he was in hospital, Jerry argues that police dropped the ball and asks why the opportunity wasn't seized. Next, Jerry talks about a piece of parenting advice that goes against what many of us were taught growing up: “Yes, your kids sh...

It's Party for Two! Jerry is joined by Jim Richards, host of The Jim Richards Show on Newstalk 1010, to discuss the top stories of the day. Should special interest groups have the power to influence who gets elected to city council? Jerry speaks with Amanda Galbraith, co-founder and partner at the Oyster Group, about the growing role advocacy groups play in municipal politics and whether that infl...

It's Party for Two! Jerry is joined by Jim Richards, host of The Jim Richards Show on Newstalk 1010, to discuss the top stories of the day. Should special interest groups have the power to influence who gets elected to city council? Jerry speaks with Amanda Galbraith, co-founder and partner at the Oyster Group, about the growing role advocacy groups play in municipal politics and whether that infl...

Jerry opens the show with a message: go ahead and start a business. He takes on what he sees as common myths about capitalism, and wealth. Next, Jerry speaks with Graeme Davis, co-founder of Pluto, a new community-focused space in Toronto that aims to bring people together in person rather than online. They discuss the idea of a "fourth space" and what happens when people prioritize real-world con...

It’s Party for Two, and Jerry is joined by Karen Stintz, former Toronto City Councillor, former TTC Chair, and political commentator, to break down the top stories of the day.   Next, Jerry discusses an editorial asking why the Indian Act continues to exist. He speaks with Karen Restoule, Director of Indigenous Affairs and Senior Fellow at the Macdonald‑Laurier Institute.   Then it...

Jerry opens the show by discussing how enrolment continues to rise at Ontario’s independent schools, prompting questions about what families are looking for in education.   Then, Jerry reacts to a column arguing that changing the clocks affects our food habits, wondering why the twice‑yearly time change seems to have such a dramatic impact on people.   Next, it’s Ask a Former...

It's Party for Two, as Jason Agnew, host of Sunday Morning Trivia, joins Jerry to discuss the top stories of the day.   Jerry asks listeners: Am I being unfair? After another frustrating customer service experience, he wonders whether it's reasonable to be upset when communication becomes difficult.   A judge has rejected what was described as a "shockingly lenient" sentence in the cover...

Jerry opens the show reacting to Ontario Green Party Leader Mike Schreiner's proposal for a wealth tax and the debate it's sparking.   Then, Jerry takes on a tweet by a journalist who made disparaging comments towards Brad Bradford.    Authorities in Utah are linking serial killer Ted Bundy to another unsolved homicide from the 1970s. Jerry speaks with Mark Mendelson, NEWSTALK 1010...

It’s Party for Two, as Jerry discusses the day’s biggest stories with Will Stewart, Senior Vice President at Enterprise Canada. The municipal election results continue to dominate the conversation as Jerry speaks with entrepreneur and inventor Paven Bratch about the outcomes. Next, it’s Telescopic Tuesday with NEWSTALK 1010 Science Expert Dan Riskin, covering the latest stories f...

Jerry’s Morning Rant takes a closer look at Olivia Chow’s promises for a second term and what voters should expect during her term. Jerry then opens the phone lines to get your reaction to Chow’s victory and the municipal election results. He also examines what he says is wrong with our current voting system. And after a morning of politics, a palate cleanser: a Florida family sa...

It's Party for Two! Jerry is joined by Tristin Hopper, National Post columnist, to discuss the top stories of the day. Jerry weighs in on an Election Day "Bike Bus" is set to take over Toronto streets as cyclists head to the polls together.  After Producer Cristina Galle shares an experience that left her wondering whether she encountered someone genuinely in need or a possible scam, Jerry as...

Jerry opens the show with a question for listeners on Election Day: How can you not vote? He discusses voter turnout and why so many people choose to sit elections out. Ontario is introducing optional digital credentials while guaranteeing access to traditional physical identification. Jerry speaks with Francis Syms, Humber Polytechnic's Head of the School of Clean Energy and Associate Dean in the...

Jerry opens the show by asking a question: How can anyone still be undecided in Toronto's mayoral election? He then shares his thoughts on the final debate of the campaign and breaks down the key moments from last night's debate between Olivia Chow and Brad Bradford. Toronto is seeing a rise in birds colliding with buildings. Jerry speaks with Dr. Brendon Samuels, Bird Safe Buildings Coordinator f...

It's Party for Two! Jerry is joined by Jim Richards, host of The Jim Richards Show on Newstalk 1010, to discuss the top stories of the day. Brad Bradford's proposal to spin off Toronto Water into a public utility is generating debate on the campaign trail. Jerry speaks with Danny Persaud, President and CEO of InnServices and an Ontario Municipal Water Association board member, about Innisfil's exp...

It's Party for Two! Jerry is joined by Randi Rahamim, Managing Director of Teneo, to discuss the top stories of the day. Is Toronto losing its edge? Jerry speaks with Justin Ling, Toronto Star columnist, about his argument that the city's biggest challenge may be its inability to reverse a slow decline in affordability, infrastructure, and quality of life. It's time for the Blacklock's Report. Tom...

Jerry opens the show questioning whether Prime Minister Mark Carney is living up to his promise to rein in government spending. He reacts to new analysis suggesting federal spending, borrowing, and debt are increasing while economic growth is slowing. More than 1.5 million Canadian Crime Stoppers tips may have been exposed in a data breach. Jerry speaks with Mark Mendelson, Newstalk 1010 crime exp...

It’s Party for Two, and Jerry is joined by Mike Kakuk, co-host of Mornings with Mike and Meg on AM800 Windsor, to break down the top stories of the day. Next, Jerry discusses Bonnie Crombie's column in the Toronto Sun about being a woman in politics.  Jerry then turns to affordability and food insecurity. Food bank visits have reached record highs as Canadians continue to struggle with...

Jerry opens the show by reacting to a social media attack ad targeting Brad Bradford, as well as a column arguing that Olivia Chow’s real challenge isn’t a lacklustre campaign, but broader political realities in the race.  Next, Jerry looks at the growing movement among farmers who want the right to repair their own tractors rather than relying on manufacturers for software and se...

It’s Party for Two, as Jerry breaks down the top stories of the day with Wyatt Sharpe, host of The Sharpe Exchange. Jerry then revisits the Alberta referendum results with Lori Williams, political science professor at Mount Royal University, to discuss what the vote means for Alberta and for Canada. Next, it’s Telescopic Tuesday with NEWSTALK 1010 Science Expert Dan Riskin, covering th...

Jerry opens the show weighing in on the historic Alberta referendum result, as voters reject separation from Canada. Then, Brian Lilley from the Toronto Sun joins Jerry to discuss reports that the Carney government has handed tax office security to a U.S. firm tied to immigration enforcement, plus, new polling suggesting Brad Bradford has pulled ahead of Olivia Chow in the Toronto mayoral race. A...