The Deb Hutton Show

A 15‑year‑old boy has been charged with murder after a teen is shot dead at a Toronto Tim Hortons. Ambassador Bridge owner lobbied the administration before Donald Trump said he would stop the bridge from opening. Conservative MP Mike Dawson has been praised for rejecting a pay raise.   GUESTS: Marcell Wilson – Founder of the One By One Movement David Shultz – Professor,...

The Elementary Teachers Federation of Ontario runs an advertisement calling Doug Ford a bully. John Wright breaks down new polling numbers surrounding the possibility of a snap election. TTC spokesperson Stuart Green joins from Cuba with an update as Canadian airlines suspend flights from the country. If your child's teacher tells you there’s no reason to attend parent‑teacher interviews, do...

Trump threatens to block the opening of a new bridge between Windsor and Detroit. Tony Chapman explained why retail in Canada needs to become an experience. Where do you still insist on shopping in person? Plus - Gender reveals, have you had one? Tell us why!    GUEST:   Natalie Johnson – CTV News

Kelly Clarkson is stepping away from her show to prioritize her children.   The Inspector General of Policing orders a review of the province's services and boards. New Brunswick is leaving X over concerns about the platform. Parents, are you still storing your adult children's stuff? GUESTS: Ryan Teschner - Ontario’s first Inspector General of Policing Carmi Levy - Newstalk 1...

A voicemail from Doug Ford about returning to the office sparks conversation about return to office mandates. Ottawa gave Canada Post a $1.01 billion loan amid its ongoing financial struggles. A conversation about caring for aging parents and how to set things up to avoid this conflict. Plus - Gord Perks' basement apartment was found to not be in compliance with the Building Code. D...

Super Bowl weekend is here! Deb asks listeners about their food traditions and game‑day must‑haves. Toronto City Councillor Josh Matlow is pushing a motion for the city to receive a share of the HST. Longtime Toronto Blue Jays broadcaster Buck Martinez announces his retirement. Plus, the latest entertainment stories with Richard Crouse.   GUESTS:   Josh Matlow – Toronto City C...

Criminal lawyer Boris Bytensky weighs in after a Toronto judge slams the conditions inside Ontario jails while handing down reduced sentences for gun‑related charges. Peel Police suspend three officers connected to the Project South investigation — Mark Mendelson joins Deb to break down what we know. The Eglinton Crosstown finally opens this Sunday! TTC Chair Jamaal Myers talks abo...

More reaction and analysis on the arrest of Toronto police officers. Plus – the federal government announces it will replace EV sales targets with rebates, incentives, and new fuel efficiency standards.   GUESTS:   Steve Ryan – CP24 Crime Reporter David Adams – President and CEO of Global Automakers of Canada  Peter Bethlenfalvy – Minister of F...

The Toronto Police Association, Toronto Police Services Board, Mayor Olivia Chow, and Premier Doug Ford all weighed in on the allegations.   GUEST: Mark Mendelson – Former Toronto Homicide Detective and NEWSTALK 1010 Crime Expert

Plus - Was Deb being unreasonable about her daughter's test?  GUESTS: Jason Mercer - Chief Information Officer for the Toronto Regional Real Estate BoardNoah Shack - CEO, Centre for Israel and Jewish AffairsSunira Chaudhri - employment lawyer at Workly Law

Bars and restaurants in Toronto may be able to serve booze at 6 a.m. during the Olympic Games Plus - There’s still a lane blocked with snow on Avenue Road. How is this possible?  GUEST: Andy Takagi - transportation reporter for the Toronto Star

Head injuries are the most common sledding injury for children, study finds Plus - Is it a privilege to own a car?      GUEST: Carmi Levy - tech expert

Are you happy with her answer on running again? Plus – A major shakeup in Ontario politics   GUEST: Siobhan Morris - CTV Toronto Queen’s Park Bureau Reporter  

And will Toronto city council sink them? Plus – What can we learn from the Conservative leadership review? GUESTS: Stephen Holyday - Councillor for Etobicoke Centre John Wright - Veteran Pollster, CEO of Canada Pulse insights Stephen Lecce - Ontario Energy Minister  

What you need to know about fraud risks. Plus – A surprising medical treatment that is saving lives   GUESTS: Brad Bradford - Toronto city councillor for Ward 19 - Beaches-East York Mark Mendelson - Newstalk 1010 crime expert and former homicide detective Scott Reid - CTV Political Commentator and advisor to a number of Prime Ministers, premiers and political leaders Dr. Susy Hota - Cli...

How will he do at the review? Plus - Is ‘it’s too cold out’ a valid excuse to not commit to plans   GUESTS: Amanda Galbraith - co-founder and partner at Oyster Group and host of Free For All Fridays Jeff Rutledge - Vice President, McMillian Vantage Chris Glaisek - Chief Planning and Design Officer at Waterfront Toronto  

A look back at the life and legacy of a legendary Canadian star. Plus – Why is Toronto giving out condoms for the World Cup? GUESTS: Jon Burnside - City Councillor for Ward 16 (Don Valley East) Richard Crouse - host of the podcast Entertainment is Broken  

Are we heading in the right direction? Plus – Why did Jim call Deb a hypocrite?   GUESTS: Dr. Mark Greenberg - Consulting Staff, Department of Psychiatry - working in Addiction Medicine at Sunnybrook Andrea Khanjin - Ontario Minister of Red Tape Reduction  

Are you with Ford on this? Plus - Liberal MP proposes sweeping changes to Canada’s Divorce Act   GUESTS: Lisa Hepfner - MP for Hamilton Mountain Evan Clemence - lawyer at Gelman Family Law Lawyers Chandra Pasma - Official Opposition Critic for Education for the Ontario NDP

Deb has some thoughts about if public funds should be going to this group. Plus – Where are we with the snow cleanup?   GUESTS: Allan Small - Senior Investment Advisor of the Allan Small Financial Group with iA Private Wealth | Host of The Allan Small Financial Show Paul Johnson - City Manager for Toronto     

Deb takes your calls. Plus – What does a psychologist think about Kanye West’s apology?   GUESTS: Falice Chin - The Hub’s Alberta Bureau Chief Dr. Nina Mafrici - Clinical Psychologist and Co-Director of the Toronto Psychology & Wellness Group

What should the team do? Plus - Doug Ford responds to criticism over Ontario manufacturer’s contract with ICE   GUESTS: Marit Stiles - Ontario NDP leader Grady Munro - Senior Policy Analyst with the Fraser Institute Jim Tatti - Host at TSN 1050

Is having a beer with a politician still the barometer of likeability? Plus – How’s the snow cleanup going for you?   GUESTS: John Wright -  Veteran Pollster, Ceo of Canada Pulse insights

Deb digs in to the numbers. Plus - Do you have to clear snow off the roof of your home?   GUESTS: Neil Heatherington – CEO of Daily Bread food bank Ann Marie Vaughan - Humber Polytechnic President and CEO Rob de Pruis - IBC’s National Director of Consumer and Industry Relations

Deb takes your calls as Toronto cleans up after a major storm. Plus - Are you Team Kinew or Team Ford?