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The Mike Farwell Show

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The Mike Farwell Show dives into a wide range of topics, from local politics and current events to community issues and human interest stories. Hosted by Mike Farwell, well known for his candid style and strong opinions, Mike creates a space for open dialogue, encouraging listeners to call in and share their views on the topics of the day.

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Jul 7, 2026

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Episodes

The Mike Farwell Show | April 8th, 2025 08.04.2025

Opening Segment (0:56); Canada, US farmers relationships in limbo amid trade tensions (18:02); Who is spending the most on digital ads this election? (36:13); A Night of Music in support of Bereaved Families of Ontario (53:58); Some researchers think American annexation favours Canadians (1:12.02); Monthly Mental Health Check (1:30.14); Singing bus driver from Paris competes on Canada's Got Talent...

The Mike Farwell Show | April 7th, 2025 07.04.2025

Opening Segment (0:56); Motion coming to help fund and restore CTS sites in the region (18:00); Can Polievere run with the pack and race against the puppy love for Carney in Canada? (36:05); Nominations open for Bernice Adams Legacy Awards (54:00); April Meteor Showers are coming, peaking over Easter holidays (1:01.44); This Week in Music History (1:11.42); Drewe’s Views (1:29.46); It’s the 12 o’c...

The Mike Farwell Show | April 4th , 2025 04.04.2025

Opening Segment (0:56); Changes coming to the region’s garbage collection in March 2026 (17:40); Resilient babies come out of the pandemic, 5-years-later (35:48); The Coach’s Show (53:30); The Other Coach’s Show (1:00.47); Friday Four Panel (1:11.40); It's the 12 o'clock Talkback Hour! (1:49.44)

The Mike Farwell Show | April 3rd, 2025 03.04.2025

Opening Segment (0:56); Let's talk tariffs; automotive sector gearing up for changes between the borders (17:50); Local businesses face uncertain future from Trump tariffs (36:07); Living Retired (54:19); City of Waterloo Museum allows visitors to connect with Waterloo's past (1:11:55); The Flipside (1:29:56); It's the 12 o'clock Talkback Hour! (1:50:00)

The Mike Farwell Show | April 2nd, 2025 02.04.2025

Opening Segment (0:56); How many gravel pits are too many? (18:00); Royal City Science wants University of Guelph to build a Science Centre on their gravel pit (27:20); New segment: Minding Ottawa's Business (35:58); Elmira Maple Syrup Festival Promotion (54:06); Moose Tracks from lLint (1:02:12); New segment: Blue Jay Hunter (1:12:20); Your Kitchener Rangers are in the US, here's how they're doin...

The Mike Farwell Show | April 1st , 2025 01.04.2025

Opening Segment (0:56); Gas prices drop nearly 20 cents per litre (18:10); Canada marks 40 years of celebrating Refugee Rights Day (36:18); Province approves merger of St. Mary’s, Grand River Hospitals (43:00); Tuesday Tech Spotlight (53:43); Laurel Creek Track & Field Club has podium finish at event in Virginia Beach (1:02.39); Ask the Chief (1:11.38); 12:00 PM: It’s the 12 o’clock Talkback Hour!...

The Mike Farwell Show | March 31st, 2025 31.03.2025

Opening Segment (0:56); KWSPHS Reach Record Breaking Numbers for Pet Outreach Needs in the Community (17:53); CTS site in Kitchener set to close despite judge’s injunction (25:21); Federal election Week 2, what do voters want? (36:01); Chef cooks up new plans as New President of KWO Board (53:57); This Week in Music History (1:11.43); Drewe’s Views (1:29.55); It's the 12 o'clock Talkback Hour! (1:...

The Mike Farwell Show | March 28th, 2025 28.03.2025

Opening Segment (0:56); Rangers Reach launches 50/50 subscription option (7:07); New U.S. auto tariffs to devastate sector, raise consumer costs: industry (17:45); Government of Canada awards $74 million to top-performing Housing Accelerator Fund communities (36:02); The Coach's Show (53:59); The Other Coach's Show (1:01:22); Friday Four Panel (1:11:45); It's the 12 o'clock Talkback Hour! (1:49:42...

The Mike Farwell Show | March 27th, 2025 27.03.2025

Opening Segment (0:56); Disinformation from abroad is a real danger in a race where Canada-U.S. mistrust is high. (17:44); GoFundMe campaign seeks support for appeal of Preston Springs condo proposal (35:49); Living Retired (53:35); Annual Highland Ball returns to Cambridge Armoury (1:11.28); KWAG 'Culture Talk' shines a light on placemaking and social infrastructure (1:20.24); The Flipside (1:29....

The Mike Farwell Show | March 26th, 2025 26.03.2025

Opening Segment (0:56); Carney Boosts Liberals as Canadian Federal Campaign Begins (17:48); Minding Ottawa’s Business (35:34); Waterloo Region Family Network marks 10 years of Evening of Elegance (53:23); Cambridge Community Players prepare for final show of their season (1:02.20); Canadians need a leader who can offer hope (1:11.14); Local author overcomes trauma to live her dreams (1:29.18); It’...

The Mike Farwell Show | March 25th, 2025 25.03.2025

Opening Segment (0:56); Councillor calls for city to investigate bylaw to protect rental units (18:03); Why annexing Canada would destroy the United States (35:56); Easter 'Egg Drop' to include helicopter above soccer field (54:21); The Essentials Fund local fundraising campaign returns (1:02.19); Former city councillor turned artists creates pro-Canada shirt (1:12.39); Top Home Chef returns to su...

The Mike Farwell Show | March 24th, 2025 25.03.2025

Opening Segment (0:56); 'Apparent absence of goodwill': Wilmot councillors scolded for not respecting each other at town hall (17:49); Local news coverage in Canada in steep decline, inviting misinformation: report (35:57); Joyful Vendors spring market happens this weekend (53:53); Passion for Fashion raises funds for YW Kitchener-Waterloo (1:00.57); This Week in Music History (1:11.44); Drewe's V...

The Mike Farwell Show | March 21st, 2025 21.03.2025

Opening Segment (0:56); Want to win when rolling up the rim? This Waterloo researcher has tips for Tim Hortons online prizes (18:12); Kitchener to host one of world's largest Esports tournaments (27:11); Council Chambers with Waterloo Ward 1 Sandra Hanmer (36:04); The Coach’s Show (54:06); The Other Coach’s Show (1:02.40); Friday Four Panel (1:11.57); It's the 12 o'clock Talkback Hour! (1:49.56)

The Mike Farwell Show March 20th, 2025 20.03.2025

Opening Segment (0:56); 17 arrested, hundreds charged after St. Patrick’s Day celebrations: WRPS (18:10); Waterloo Region HART Hub yet to receive funding as Kitchener CTS looks to close (36:12); Living Retired (54:37); What is currently happening at Elizabeth Ziegler Public School? (1:12.41); The Flipside (1:30.23); It’s the 12 o’clock Talkback Hour! (1:50.24)

The Mike Farwell Show March 19th , 2025 19.03.2025

Opening Segment (0:56); City of Cambridge ends lease for Fashion History Museum (17:54); Here's what would happen if Canada joined the European Union (36:04); If we want informed youth, it's time to prioritize civic education (53.50); Kitchener completes all actions in 'Housing for All' strategy (1:11.59); USports Women's Hockey Championship opens next Thursday in Elmira (1:29.54); It's the 12 o'c...

The Mike Farwell Show March 18th, 2025 18.03.2025

Opening Segment (0:56); Liquidation of Hudson's Bay stores could start today (17.56); What are the chances an asteroid will impact Earth in 2032? (35.45); Rangers Reach season-end Mega Jackpot raffle is underway (53.34); Prime Minister Carney pushes back when grilled on financial issues (1:11.30); Waterloo Region has the power to shape its own housing future (1:28.44); It's the 12 o'clock Talkback...

The Mike Farwell Show March 17th, 2025 17.03.2025

Opening Segment (0:56); Canadians respond to Trump’s tariff threats with music (18:02); Kitchener’s King Street Shelter to close in two weeks (36:07); Kitchener restaurant prioritizes local (53:53); This Week in Music History (1:11.50); Drewe’s Views (1:29.38); Five Minutes with Farwell (1:43.36); It’s the 12 o’clock Talkback Hour! (1:49.42)

The Mike Farwell Show March 14th, 2025 17.03.2025

Opening Segment (0:56); Does cancelling a trip to the U.S. really send a political message, or is it just hurting local tourism? (18:06); Council Chambers (36:07); The Coach’s Show (54:08); The Other Coach’s Show (1:01.46); Friday Four Panel (1:12.04); It's the 12 o'clock Talkback Hour! (1:49.58)

The Mike Farwell Show March 13th, 2025 17.03.2025

Opening Segment (0:56); Reduction in vaccinations leading to more measles cases, says Public Health (17:39); Kitchener pilot ready to fly missions in Haiti (33:27); Living Retired (46:30); Only total lunar eclipse of the year is happening tonight (1:04.22); Child Witness Centre wipes out waitlist (1:11.31); The Flipside (1:22.24); It’s the 12 o’clock Talkback Hour! (1:42.21)

The Mike Farwell Show March 12th, 2025 12.03.2025

Opening Segment (0:56); Ontario to suspend electricity surcharge, Ford to meet with Lutnick (16:31); The last time a Trudeau left office, Canada got an unelected prime minister. Does this make it important that we have an election quickly? (34:10); Bidding in 70th annual Kinsmen auction opens today (49:03); Canadian women share journey over 25 days in Africa (51:47); 'None of it makes sense' - Cos...

The Mike Farwell Show March 11th, 2025 11.03.2025

Opening Segment (0:56); MP Louis introduces new legislation, The Canada Farmland Protection Act, working to conserve Canadian Farmland (16:15); Local MP pushes for unity among progressive parties in upcoming federal election (33:44); Together for Tomorrow: Rotary and Kiwanis advancing local healthcare (51:05); Local Automakers Respond to President Trump’s Confirmation of Unjustified Tariffs (1:08....

The Mike Farwell Show March 10th, 2025 10.03.2025

Opening Segment (0:56); Waterloo Region Residents Demand Transparency on ICLEI Climate Program Costs (15:25); Kitchener Mayor Berry Vrbanovic responds to U.S. tariffs (32:30); K-W Oktoberfest Rogers Women of the Year Awards - 50th Anniversary Tracy Van Kalsbeek, Executive Director, KW Oktoberfest (49:40); This Week in Music History (1:02.48 ); Drewe’s Views Negotiating Change (1:16.23); It’s the 1...

The Mike Farwell Show | March 7th, 2025 07.03.2025

Opening Segment (0:56); Today is International Women's Day (13:45); Flag business sees sales of Canadian flags surge (23:19); Council Chambers with Waterloo Mayor Dorothy McCabe (30:47); The Coach's Show (46:22); The Other Coach's Show (54:07); Friday Four Panel (1:02:21); It's the 12 o'clock Talkback Hour! (1:38:31)

The Mike Farwell Show | March 6th , 2025 06.03.2025

Opening Segment (0:56); 60,000 Waterloo Region manufacturing jobs under pressure from Trump tariffs (18:09): Uptown Waterloo celebrates Black, female entrepreneurs (36:19): Living Retired (56:25): City of Waterloo Museum allows visitors to connect with Waterloo's past (1:14:08): The Flipside (1:32:02 ): It's the 12 o'clock Talkback Hour! (1:52:15)

The Mike Farwell Show | March 5th, 2025 05.03.2025

Opening Segment (0:56); How Donald Trump's tariff war could hit Canadians' wallets (16:07); Trump tariffs have sparked a 'Buy Canadian' surge, but keeping the trend alive faces hurdles (34:15); Nominations open for annual Bernice Adams Legacy Awards (52:04); What can we do to minimize collisions between drivers and Ion trains? (1:10:04); We're two weeks away from the start of the USports Women's H...

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