The Jerry Agar Show

Jerry opens the show with a conversation about human connection in an increasingly AI-driven world. As chatbots are now being used for everything from life advice to spiritual guidance, Jerry argues that technology can ever replace real human relationships and support. With tensions between Canada and the U.S. continuing over trade, Jerry speaks with Joe Warmington, Toronto Sun reporter, about the...

It's Party for Two! Jerry is joined by Wyatt Sharpe, Host of The Sharpe Exchange, to discuss the top political stories of the day. With the long weekend approaching, Jerry asks listeners about their favourite Canadian road trips and getaway destinations. It's time for the Blacklock's Report. Tom Korski, Managing Editor of Blacklocks.ca, joins Jerry with the latest stories from Ottawa.  Plus,...

Jerry opens the show by arguing that everyday American business owners are not Canada's enemy, despite rising tensions over tariffs and trade disputes. He asks listeners how far they're willing to go when it comes to supporting Canadian businesses. Are you actively seeking out Canadian-made products, or is your approach simply to avoid buying American whenever possible? Ontario is investing $60 mi...

It’s Party For Two, and Jerry is joined by Mike Kakuk, co‑host of Mornings with Mike and Meg on AM800 in Windsor. They talk through the top stories of the day, including a restaurant that banned people under 30. Next, Jerry speaks with Maria Papaioannoy, founder of Rights4Vapers, about Canada’s illegal nicotine market. Then he gets into the top science stories of the week with Dan Risk...

Jerry opens the show talking about coincidences, and the strange, unexpected alignments that make you stop and think. He then turns to breaking entertainment news: Dolly Parton, one of country music’s greatest stars, has died at 80. Jerry speaks with Shilo Bellis, Music Director for New Country Moncton, about Dolly’s legacy and why she remained beloved for decades. Next, Jerry looks at...

It’s Party For Two, and Jerry is joined by Will Stewart, Senior Vice President at Enterprise Canada, to break down the federal government’s counter‑tariff announcement.  Next, Jerry continues the tariff conversation with Bill Carroll, host of The Bill Carroll Show on NEWSTALK 1010.  Jerry speaks with Renaud Brossard, VP of Communications at the Montreal Economic Institute, ab...

Jerry opens the show with his thoughts on the trade war between Canada and the United States.   Then Jerry turns to a wild courtroom story where a Toronto woman threatened a prosecutor after allegedly exposing herself in court. Jerry speaks with Gavin Tighe, senior partner at Gardiner Roberts LLP, about courtroom conduct, judicial discretion, and what happens when defendants derail their...

It's Party for Two! Jerry is joined by Karen Stintz, Vice-President of Finance and Operations for the Canadian Council for Rehabilitation and Work, former Toronto city councillor, and former TTC chair, to discuss the biggest developments in the Canada-U.S. trade dispute and the day's top stories. As calls grow for Canada to respond aggressively to new American tariffs, Jerry argues that responding...

The Canada-U.S. trade dispute takes centre stage on the show today. Jerry opens the show by examining the breakdown of trade talks between Ottawa and Washington. He speaks with Drew Fagan, professor at the Munk School of Global Affairs & Public Policy, about what led to the collapse in negotiations and what it means for the economic relationship between the two countries. How will new tariffs...

It’s Party For Two, and Jerry is joined by Bob Richardson, NEWSTALK 1010 contributor and public affairs consultant, to break down the top stories of the day. Next, Jerry speaks with John Wright, veteran pollster and CEO of Canada Pulse Insights, about new Toronto mayoral polling showing support for Olivia Chow growing. They discuss when polling numbers start to matter, how early data shapes...

Jerry opens the show with a Morning Rant on government incompetence when it comes to immigration and international students.  He then turns to some legal stories: A judge has refused to enforce Ontario’s new cash‑bail rules, releasing a Toronto‑area human‑trafficking suspect without a deposit. Plus, Canada took away a man’s permanent residency after nearly 30 years. Jerry then spe...

It's Party for Two! Jerry is joined by Barb DiGiulio, broadcaster, instructor, and friend, to discuss the top stories making headlines today. A Scarborough resident has been charged after allegedly opening fire on car thieves. Jerry speaks with Monte MacGregor, criminal defence lawyer, about the legal issues surrounding self-defence, property protection, and where the law draws the line when confr...

Jerry opens the show with a discussion about universal basic income as experts from around the world gather in Toronto to debate the idea. Jerry shares why he thinks this could be a good financial decision.  Why is Chris Alexander running for mayor of Toronto? Jerry speaks with Robyn Urback, columnist with The Globe and Mail, about Alexander's candidacy in the mayoral race. It's time for a ga...

It’s Party For Two, and Jerry is joined by Jason Agnew, host of Sunday Morning Trivia on NEWSTALK 1010, to break down the top stories of the day. Next, Jerry speaks with Brian Lilley, political columnist for the Toronto Sun , about Trump pausing tariffs and declaring a Canada–U.S. trade “deal” is near. They also dig into a big question: What did Carney give up to get a tent...

Jerry opens the show with the latest on Canada–U.S. trade tensions, speaking with Ryan Mallough, CFIB’s VP of legislative affairs, about what the tensions mean for independent businesses. A woman discovered her husband secretly spent $70,000, a betrayal now being called financial infidelity. Jerry takes your calls on financial secrecy. He then tackles a common kitchen debate: Best‑befo...

It’s Party For Two! Today, Jerry is joined by Karen Stintz, vice president of finance and operations for the Canadian Council for Rehabilitation and Work, former Toronto City Councillor, and former TTC Chair. They break down the top stories of the day. Next, Jerry speaks with Victoria Matiash, sports writer and NHL Network host, about two big sports stories: Max Scherzer talking about the Bl...

Jerry opens the show with commentary on Donald Trump’s misunderstanding of trade deficits. Next, he turns to a new Toronto election issue: Mandatory addiction treatment. Toronto mayoral candidate Brad Bradford is calling for involuntary treatment, and Ontario mayors are urging Doug Ford’s government to consider similar measures. Jerry takes listener calls on whether mandatory treatment...

It’s time for Party For Two! Today, Jerry is joined by Sabrina Nanji from the Queen’s Park Observer to break down the top stories of the day. Next, Jerry speaks with Francis Syms, Head of the School of Clean Energy and Associate Dean at Humber Polytechnic, about Ontario’s new rules for the booming data‑centre industry. They discuss energy demands, infrastructure strain, and how d...

Jerry opens the show with commentary on how Doug Ford has won a major court battle to strip Toronto of its main downtown bike lanes. Next, he asks Gavin Tighe a big legal question: Can judges be found unfit to serve, and removed? Gavin Tighe, senior partner at Gardiner Roberts LLP, talks about judicial accountability. They also discuss Ontario’s new cash‑bail system launching Monday, and why...

  Barb DiGuilio sits at the party table with Jerry today. They take on today's hottest stories, including Jerry's chat with Brad Bradford earlier in the show. Jerry gives his take on an article on the booze ban, suggesting that the boycott of American alcohol should be worked out. Tom Korski joins for his weekly hit sharing the biggest stories going on in the nationals capital!

Jim Richards sits at the party table to talk today's biggest stories!   Sean Shapiro joins to talk about a story surrounding someone parking their motorhome that is camped outside of an apartment, where nothing has been done.   Jerry, Mark and Cristian talk about cultural foods and Jerry asks for foods that are out of the norm in traditional restaurants, a conversation that stemmed from...

Jerry opens the show breaking down why it's hard to trust anyone due to the increase of high level scams that keep getting introduced. Former Toronto Mayor, John Tory joins Jerry to discuss Doug Ford not knowing about the spying of Bonnie Crombie while she was on vacation. Jerry talks about a restaurant that received complaints about smoke, however the city says they haven't violated any regulatio...

Jerry opens the show discussing the history of Newstalk 1010 with the announcement of Bill Carroll’s return to the station starting next week. Brad Bradford chats with Jerry about his decision to axe the Bloor West bike lane IF elected as Toronto Mayor. Carmi Levy joins to talk about the multiple Lithium ION fires in the last day.

Mike Kakuk joins Jerry at the party table today. They talk today's top stories including a 92 year old woman who hit her first hole in one. How would you feel if art you donated was regifted to Value Village for 11 dollars? Jerry breaks that down. Does your polling numbers get impacted after flip flopping on decisions you once agreed and approved but changed your mind?. Veteran Pollster John Wrigh...

Jerry opens the show discussing the Ontario line that is slated to cost TRIPLE its original price tag. Do you know what awfulyzing means? Well neither did Jerry. He breaks down Shelley Carroll’s appearance at City Council. A woman was denied her warranty claim on her leased car after she was doing her own oil changes, which side are you on?