London Live with Mike Stubbs

Jose Pineida, Equity, Diversity and Inclusivity Consultant with the London District Catholic School Board, joins 980CFPL's Mike Stubbs to talk about what the school board is doing for Black History Month. Pineida also talks about the need for more black history education programs, and he outlines the role black Canadians played in shaping the country. 

On February 24, 2022, Russia invaded Ukraine. One year later, where do things stand, how are the people of Ukraine doing, and is an end to the conflict in sight? Mike Stubbs sat down with three experts from Western University to talk about one of the largest military conflicts since the Second World War. Professor Valerie Oosterveld is the Acting Director of Western University's Centre for Transit...

February is home to Pink Shirt Day and Be More Than A Bystander Month. 25 years ago, Myles Neuts was killed after being hung from a coat hook in a Chatham elementary school washroom by bullies. Today, his father continues to share his story and be an anti-bullying advocate. Mike Neuts joins Mike Stubbs to discuss Pink Shirt Day and how bullying is still a major issue in schools.

Skating on the Rideau Canal is a staple in Ottawa, Ont. each winter, but with temperatures that are milder than usual, skating on the canal this season could be in jeopardy. National online journalist with Global News, Saba Aziz says generally speaking Ottawa needs 10 to 14 days of temperatures between -10C and -20C for the canal to freeze over and be safe for skating, and this year, that just has...

Mike Lerner, from Lerners Lawyers and Associates, joins 980 CFPL's Mike Stubbs to talk about Reptilia zoo getting the red light at council, but says they still plan to open their doors to the public.

Dr. Ashely Margeson, a Naturopathic doctor and host of The Superwomen Code, joins 980 CFPL's Mike Stubbs to talk about what your poop says about your health, how your gut health is connected to your brain, how to take care of your gut and more.

Jennie Dann, Director of Construction and Infrastructure Services with the City of London, joins 980 CFPL's Mike Stubbs to update listeners on different construction projects around the city.

Samantha Kemp-Jackson, college and university instructor, parenting expert, writer and podcaster, joins 980 CFPL's Mike Stubbs to talk about how parents can approach the topic of tragedies with your kids. Samantha gives some tips on how parents can have those tough conversations that are inevitable.

Former London Knight and NHL All-Star Dennis Wideman was inducted into the Don Brankley London Knights Hall of Fame on February 8th. He joined Mike Stubbs on 980 CFPL to chat about his trade to the London Knights in 2001, and the long career that followed.

Emily Campbell, Registered Dietitian and Certified Diabetes Educator, joins 980 CFPL's Mike Stubbs to talk about diets, and specifically the recent increase in injections meant to help diabetes being used for weight loss. Campbell explains the dangers of the newest trend, and how people who want to lose weight can do so in healthy ways.

Dr. Doris Grinspun, CEO of the Registered Nurses' Association of Ontario, joins 980 CFPL's Mike Stubbs to comment on if the provinces plan, 'Your Health: A Plan for Connected and Convenient Care ' and the three pillars within it actually target heath care needs.

Jeannie Gheller was desperately searching for help for her daughter who suffers from severe mental illness. She hasn't been able to find any, and now that her daughter is 18, she can make her own decision without her mother's consent. London, Ont. mother Jeannie Gheller joins Mike Stubbs to share her experience and her worry now that she doesn't have to be informed about her daughter's decisions.

Kiera Taylor, HBAA Sustainability Director at Ivey School of Business at Western University, joins 980CFPL's Mike Stubbs to talk about sustainability in the private sector of business as well as how they can be more environmentally friendly.

Gillian Burnett joins 980CFPL's Mike Stubbs to share the story of her son Waylon drowning in a pool and how CPR and the endless efforts of all medical staff brought him back to life.

Katie Dean, from the Viewer Discretion Coalition, joins 980CFPL's Mike Stubbs to update everyone on the Viewer Discretion Legislation and how the London by-law can impact other places across the country.

Dr Alex Summers, Medical Officer of Health for the Middlesex-London Health Unit joins 980CFPL's Mike Stubbs to explain the Immunization of School Pupils Act, and why it's important to update your child's vaccination status to the health unit.

Hubert Van Niekerk, from Every Canadian Counts, joins 980CFPL's Mike Stubbs to talk about the program, their goals, and how it came to be. Van Niekerk explains why it is important that people struggling with disabilities get the support they urgently need.

Scott Surgent, Author of World Hockey Association Fact Book and more, joins 980CFPL's Mike Stubbs to talk about Bobby Hull's impact on the success of the WHA.

Christine Giannacopoulos, Superintendent with the Thames Valley District School Board, joins 980CFPL's Mike Stubbs to talk about the new approach to getting high school students prepared for exams, not only for their high school classes, but also for their post-secondary education.

Kellysue, a London, Ont. mother who has been trying to gain support for youth living with severe mental illness, joins Mike Stubbs to update the story she shared last week on her 14-year-old daughter and explains that it finally feels like they are closer to getting her the help she needs.

Ali Chabar, Chair of London Police Services Board, joins 980 CFPL's Mike Stubbs to talk about Susan Toth resigning from her role as Chair of the LPSB. Chabar, who was the Vice-Chair at the time, has now been voted in to fill the Chair position. He also speaks about his long history with Toth, and what this means for the board going forward.

Derek Marques joins 980 CFPL's Mike Stubbs to talk about mental health, taking care of your mental health and the importance of having a good support system around you.

Moshe Lander, Senior Lecturer with Concordia University, joins 980 CFPL's Mike Stubbs to talk about TD Economics recent report which predicts Canada may see the weakest level of home sales since 2001. Lander explains what to watch for at the start of this year when it comes to your mortgage and with housing prices.

Rob Simpson, Associate General Manager of the London Knights, joins 980 CFPL's Mike Stubbs to talk about the last two trades by the Knights before the OHL trade deadline, and outlines the issue of creating rumours that are circulated on social media involving player names. Simpson outlines how this can impact those players who are very early on in their hockey careers. 

Ted Brown, Head Coach of the London Devilettes Junior program, joins 980 CFPL's Mike Stubbs to talk about the five local athletes that are helping Team Canada at the Women's World U18 Hockey Championship. Brown also talks about the leadership skills shown by two of the five athletes who are now leading Team Canada, Captain Jocelyn Amos and Alternate Captain Emma Pais.