The Jerry Agar Show

Jerry opens the show with a debate over tenant rights and pet ownership, as a Quebec court hears a challenge to a “no pets” clause in a rental agreement. Jerry examines whether landlords should be able to restrict pets in their buildings. 31 Ontario nurses under the age of 35 left the profession for every 100 new nurses who joined in 2024, according to a new MEI report. Jerry speaks wi...

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 looks at growing concerns in the skilled trades sector. He speaks with Richard Lyall, President of RESCON, about why so many trades apprentices struggle to complete their programs despite strong demand for skilled workers. J...

Jerry opens the show with a Morning Rant on the protests surrounding the removal of bike lanes in Etobicoke. Demonstrators blocked work crews, vow continued resistance, and are pushing back against the Ford government’s plans. Despite the protests, recent polling suggests a majority of Torontonians support removing bike lanes on major streets. Next, Jerry opens the phones on Ontario’s...

It's Party for Two! Jerry is joined by Dave Trafford, Chief Executive Producer at Story Studio Network and host of On the Ledge on Newstalk 1010, to discuss the top stories of the day. A Thanksgiving thank-you banner from Detroit has been getting attention in Windsor, while many Canadians continue to avoid travel to places like Las Vegas. Jerry speaks with Mike Kakuk, Co-Host of Mornings with Mike...

Jerry opens the show with his reaction to the latest release of a convicted sex offender in Durham Region, arguing the case is another example of a justice system that is failing to protect the public. Next, Jerry speaks with Brian Lilley of the Toronto Sun about his column alleging municipal election workers broke the rules at advance polls in a way that favoured Olivia Chow. Artificial intellige...

It's Party For Two, and Jerry is joined by Tim Hudak, former leader of the Ontario Conservatives and now a Partner with Counsel Public Affairs, to break down the top stories of the day. Jerry takes your calls asking: what’s one popular food that you just can’t get on board with? Then Jerry turns to the future of food service. Would you let a robot cook your burger? He speaks with Andy...

Jerry opens the show with a conversation about transparency in government and why public accountability matters when taxpayer dollars are involved. He then speaks with Brian Lilley, Toronto Sun political columnist, about the latest OSAP controversy. They discuss why critics say the scandal is a result of weak oversight and what happens when government programs aren't properly monitored. Next, Jerr...

It's Party for Two! Jerry is joined by Randi Rahamim, Managing Director at Teneo, to discuss the top stories making headlines. The federal government is extending the exclusion of people whose sole underlying condition is mental illness from accessing MAID. Jerry speaks with Kerry Bowman, bioethicist at the University of Toronto, about the ethical questions surrounding the decision. They also disc...

Jerry opens the show with a discussion about Ontario's healthcare system, following a story about a Toronto cancer patient who feels betrayed after the province tightened rules around out-of-country treatment funding.  The mental health of young men is declining, and experts warn the trend could worsen. Jerry speaks with Steve Joordens, Professor of Psychology at the University of Toronto Sca...

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 top stories of the day. Diesel prices are on the rise again, with forecasts suggesting GTA prices could approach record levels. Jerry speaks with Dan McTeague, President of Canadians for Affordable Energy, about what's driving the increase and what it could mean for consumers a...

Jerry opens the show reflecting on how life has changed for many Jewish Canadians since October 7, three years ago. He discusses the rise in antisemitism, how communities have been affected, and asks non-Jewish listeners whether the events of the past three years have changed their perspective. A new poll suggests that two-thirds of Torontonians believe the mayor and city council are out of touch....

It’s time for Party for Two! Jerry is joined at the party table by David Eddie, writer and former NEWSTALK 1010 host, to break down the top stories of the day.   Next, Jerry explores Quebec’s new legal warranty law, which is designed to ensure appliances and electronics remain in good working order. He speaks with Carmi Levy, NEWSTALK 1010 Tech Expert, about what the changes mean...

Jerry opens the show with commentary on Olivia Chow’s promise to provide free lunches in Toronto schools. Jerry asks: if taxpayers are covering lunch, why stop there? Why not dinner too?   Next, Jerry turns to Toronto’s mayoral race after Chris Alexander dropped out of the campaign. He speaks with Brian Lilley of the Toronto Sun about what Alexander’s departure means for the...

Sabrina Nanji of the Queens Park Observer sits down with Jerry at the party table as they discuss today's top stories including the Mississauga Mayor election getting a bit nasty with some insults.   Jerry also touches on his motorcycle trip to the United States, specifically on the lack of pro-Trump signs compared to previous visits and he gets into why Trump could be in serious trouble...

Jerry Agar is back from his week off! Jerry starts off the show talking a bit about his motorcycle trip, as well as talking about truth and reconciliation. Jerry also touches on a topic that was on Moore in the Morning regarding how unfair municipal elections can be in many ways. Do you love video games? Well former head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers Mike Tomlin loves to play the video game Min...

Deb Hutton hosts the Jerry Agar Show. It's Party for Two! Deb is joined by Tim Hudak, former Ontario PC leader and Partner at Counsel Public Affairs, to discuss the top stories of the day. Many Canadian kids don't feel they belong in sports. Deb speaks with Marco Di Buono, President of Canadian Tire Jumpstart Charities, about efforts to make sports more welcoming and accessible for young people. A...

Deb Hutton hosts the Jerry Agar Show. Deb opens the show with the latest drama in the Mississauga mayoral race, after a debate that devolved into personal attacks between candidates. She discusses what voters can learn from the increasingly contentious campaign. Ontario is seeking feedback on measures aimed at improving public safety and maintaining access to key public infrastructure. Deb speaks...

Deb Hutton is hosting the Jerry Agar Show today. She opens the show with the latest polling in the Mississauga mayoral race, which suggests a tight three-way contest between Carolyn Parrish, Dipika Damerla Tedjo, and Bonnie Crombie.  A former TD executive is suing the bank after allegedly being terminated for adding a Christian symbol to her email signature. Deb speaks with Sunira Chaudhri, e...

It's Party for Two! Deb is joined by Will Stewart, Senior Vice-President at Enterprise Canada, to discuss the biggest stories of the day. A new report suggests many Canadian children don't feel they belong in organized sports. Deb takes listener calls on children in sport.  It's time for the Blacklock's Report. Tom Korski, Managing Editor of Blacklocks.ca, joins Deb to discuss the latest stor...

It’s Party for Two, and Deb Hutton is joined at the party table by Bob Richardson, NEWSTALK 1010 contributor and public affairs consultant, to break down the top stories of the day. Next, Deb speaks with Brad Bradford, Toronto mayoral candidate, about his proposal to eliminate Toronto’s land transfer tax for the average homebuyer and how he plans to offset the lost revenue. Then it&rsq...

Deb Hutton hosts the Jerry Agar Show today and opens with the latest polling in the Toronto mayoral election. She speaks with John Wright, veteran pollster and CEO of Canada Pulse Insights. Next, Deb turns to a new Toronto Sun story about an “exemplary” police officer caught up in Project South after what is being described as a momentary lapse in judgment. She speaks with Mark Mendels...

It’s Party for Two, and Deb is joined by Karen Gordon, principal at Gordon Strategy, to break down the top stories of the day. Deb then takes calls on her earlier interview with Chris Alexander, hearing what listeners think of his mayoral bid and how he fits in the field of candidates. Next, Deb opens the phones again to discuss whether political parties should play a formal role in municipa...

Deb Hutton hosts the Jerry Agar Show today and opens with Pierre Poilievre’s push to make diesel fuel more affordable through tax cuts. She speaks with Pierre Poilievre about the proposal. She then takes calls to get listener feedback on the idea. Next, Deb weighs in on reports that Correctional Service Canada will distribute items for “safe snorting” in federal prisons. Deb spea...

It’s Party For Two, and Jerry is joined by Jim Richards, host of The Jim Richards Show on NEWSTALK 1010, to break down the top stories of the day. Next, Jerry discusses concerns about the ongoing investigation into corruption within the Toronto Police Service. He speaks with Alok Mukherjee, former Chair of the Toronto Police Services Board and current Senior Fellow at Massey College, about w...

Jerry opens the show with a Morning Rant on the promises being made in Toronto’s municipal election campaign.  Next, Jerry looks at a growing problem where deepfake doctors are becoming more convincing and are being used to promote bogus medical cures online. He speaks with Mohit Rajhans, AI and digital media consultant and founder of ThinkStart.ca. Peel Paramedic Chief Brian Gibson joi...