Weekends with Joanne Vrakas

Nature vs nurture. When it comes to mental health how much is in our genes? Psychologist Dr. Sonia Krol takes a closer look. 

The city’s finest restaurants and bargain prices. The 2026 edition of Montreal à Table is kicking off- FoodguyMtl Dustin Gilman shares his list of must visit spots.

From dating sites, to matchmakers, to meeting in real life- there are many options when dating over 50. Psychologist and sex expert Dr. Laurie Betito says to reset expectations and get out there.

Dr. Christopher Labos explains Multiple Sclerosis and how it gets misdiagnosed. Dr. Chris Labos, cardiologist with a degree in epidemiology and a regular contributor on CJAD 800. You can hear him every Sunday on Weekends with Joanne Vrakas at 7:20 a.m. Today, Sue Smith sits in for Joanne Vrakas.

Political analyst Sandy White on why Alberta voting no on the referendum send a strong message to Ottawa and Quebec and particular. Photo of Alberta Premier Danielle Smith courtesy of THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jeff McIntosh

JoBlo.com's Chris Bumbray reviews Crystal Lake, The Terminal Season 2 and the much talked about You Can See Everything. Photo of You Can See Everything director Nathan Fielder courtesy of AP Photo/Jae C. Hong,File

Child psychologist Dr Tamara Soles on changing parenting styles, what works and what doesn't.  Child psychologist Dr. Tamara Soles can be heard every Saturday at 8:40 a.m. on Weekends with Joanne Vrakas to discuss issues affecting children's mental health.

A school tracker, a political organiser, a diplomat, businessman and media columnist- John Parisella has had a very busy life. John joins Joanne to discuss his honorary doctorate from McGill University.  Photo of John courtesy of CP PHOTO/Ryan Remiorz

Fast, easy and delicious. Chef Vanessa Gianfrancesco share her ultimate, fool proof chocolate cake recipe with Joanne.

From the Victoria, to the Mercier and everything in between- Montreal has had a complicated history with its bridges. Montreal Expert Thom Seivewright looks back at the history and costs of getting on and off the island. Photo of Mercier Bridge courtesy of THE CANADIAN PRESS/Graham Hughes

The 2026 Hungercount is out- Food Banks Canada say there are more children and working poor using their services and they need your help. The Food Professor Sylvain Charlebois breaks down the numbers.   Dr. Sylvain Charlebois, better known as ‘The Food Professor’, is Senior Director at Agri-Food Analytics Lab and Professor of Faculties of Management and Agriculture at Dalhousie Un...

Psychologist Dr. Sonia Krol on the psychology of gambling addiction. Who is most at risk and why?

Brothers Tim and Mike Roberston gave themselves 28 days to turn around and open up MacTaverne, a restaurant, pub and inn in Val-David. They now find themselves on a list of 30 finalists for Air Canada’s Best New Restaurants of 2026. They join Joanne with their story.

Trudie Mason explores the moments people decide change their lives. She tells Joanne all about her new show “Pivoting”, Saturdays at 12:30 on CJAD.

Political analyst Sandy White on what is pushing the sentiment and what comes next.

Chef Vanessa Gianfrancesco shares the roots of the famed pasta sauce and offers up her traditional meat, modern and veggie recipes for Bolognese.

From military usage to land expropriation- Montreal's airports have had a long and storied past. Montreal Expert Thom Seivewright explores the highs and lows of the city's aviation history. 

Job losses, a weak dollar, and an El Niño- The Food Professor Sylvan Charlebois on how produce prices will be affected by all of it.  Dr. Sylvain Charlebois, better known as ‘The Food Professor’, is Senior Director at Agri-Food Analytics Lab and Professor of Faculties of Management and Agriculture at Dalhousie University. He joins Weekends with Joanne Vrakas every Saturday...

Nutritionist Kim Arrey says most online information on nutrition on Breast Cancer and diet is misleading or downright incorrect. Registered dietitian nutritionist Kim Arrey joins Weekends with Joanne Vrakas every Saturday at 6:40 a.m. with tips to keep healthy.  

Is there a proper way to grieve? How long should it last? Psychologist Dr Sonia Krol on how grief changes and how it changes you.

5 years after being diagnosed with ALS, 25-year-old Amanda Tam and her husband Spencer Levine are racing together in the Montreal marathon thanks to an adapted wheelchair. They share the story of their love, the diagnosis and their hope for a cure. Photo of Amanda and Spencer courtesy of Christine Long/CTV News

A 28-year-old lab technician dead, a hospital lockdown and nearly 200 people in quarantine in Siberia. Dr Christoper Labos has the latest on the mysterious death and the circumstances surrounding it. Dr. Chris Labos, cardiologist with a degree in epidemiology and a regular contributor on CJAD 800. You can hear him every Sunday on Weekends with Joanne Vrakas at 7:20 a.m. Today, Sue Smith sits in fo...

Who your child picks as friends shapes everything from their grades to their mental health. Child Psychologist Dr Tamara Soles says the goal is not to choose their friends for them but help them make them right choices instead. Child psychologist Dr. Tamara Soles can be heard every Saturday at 8:40 a.m. on Weekends with Joanne Vrakas to discuss issues affecting children's mental health.

Speaking with Joanne Vrakas is CTV News Montreal anchor Maya Johnson wraps up the election campaign.  Photo of Quebec Premier Designate Plamondon courtesy of THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jacques Boissinot

From René Levesque to the referendum, to the scandals and everything in between, Montreal Expert Thom Seivewright takes a look back at how it all got started for the Parti Quebecois. Photo of Rene Levesque courtesy of THE CANADIAN PRESS/Christopher Katsarov