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Roy Green’s resume is outstanding. He is a three time consecutive winner of the Canadian Association of Broadcasters national Gold Ribbon award, Canada’s most prestigious broadcast award. Listeners need not read his resume to know that Roy is a passionate advocate for the average Canadian, with an unshakable desire for justice and a deep and abiding love for his country. No wonder Roy’s show has been cited by Canada’s parliamentary newspaper as required listening for federal politicians. You can also listen to the Roy Green Show live on these stations: Global News Radio 640 Toronto, 980 CFPL L...

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Hour 2, Segment 3 - Callers 03.12.2017 13:16

Roy asks callers - should Bill Morneau remain in his position as finance minister or if is it time for him to go?(Photo: Andrew Vaughan/The Canadian Press) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hour 2, Segments 1 and 2 - Catherine Swift 03.12.2017 20:05

Did Bill Morneau share news of impending legislation with his father, giving him a chance to sell $200K in shares and avoid the hit caused by federal law? Guest: Catherine Swift, former president/CEO Canadian Federation of Independent Business, an economist who sat on the Board of the C.D. Howe Institute with Morneau for several years(Photo: Mark Taylor/The Canadian Press) Learn more about your...

Hour 1, Segment 4 - Callers 03.12.2017 7:12

Roy asks callers about their personal experiences with sexual harassment.(Photo: Global News) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hour 1, Segment 3 - Callers 03.12.2017 14:46

Roy asks callers about their personal experiences with sexual harassment.(Photo: Nadia Stewart/Global News) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hour 1, Segments 1 and 2 - Jane Kirtley 03.12.2017 20:03

Matt Lauer is the latest celebrity to face sexual harassment allegations. It’s a clear concern, but how cut and dried is the issue of sexual harassment? Guest: Jane Kirtley, professor of media ethics and law at the University of Minnesota(Photo: Mike Segar/Reuters/File Photo) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is Canada’s Hate Speech law a compromise? What will happen next, to U.S. President Trump’s cabinet? What are the results of the heated exchange between Prime Minister Trudeau and Andrew Scheer? 02.12.2017 55:10

The Roy Green Show Former Trump national security adviser Michael Flynn has admitted to lying to the FBI about his contacts with Russia. What happens next? Does President Donald Trump have to worry that Flynn will lead Mueller to the Oval Office with a criminal charge? Roy and Fran Coombs of Rasmussen Polling discuss the Flynn guilty plea, as well as the U.S. Senate passing a massive 1.5 tri...

Hour 3, Segments 3 and 4 - Beauties and the Beast 02.12.2017 20:31

Roy and the Beauties take on the actions of federal finance minister Bill Morneau, the issue of new dynamics in the Canadian economy, Matt Lauer's sexual harassment allegations and more. Guests: Catherine SwiftLinda LeatherdaleMichelle Simson(Photo: Mario Beauregard/The Canadian Press Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hour 3, Segments 1 and 2 - David Butt 02.12.2017 20:04

In Canada, freedom of expression is limited and argued to be under constant assault. The Supreme Court of Canada declared that Hate Speech is not protected by constitutionally enshrined Freedom of Expression. David Butt reviewed federal law on hate speech and concluded that "Canada's law on hate speech is the embodiment of compromise," in a Globe and Mail Opinion Editorial. Guest: David Butt, To...

Hour 2, Segment 4 - Duff Conacher 02.12.2017 8:43

Federal Ethics commissioner Mary Dawson wants to speak with Minister of Finance Bill Morneau about his 2015 stock trades. But others have questioned the ethics of the Ethics Commissioner. Duff Conacher, co-founder of Democracy Watch, has pointed out that since her appointment in 2007, Mary Dawson has cleared 95% of the people accused of unethical behavior. Conacher also questions why the Trudeau g...

Hour 2, Segment 3 - Callers 02.12.2017 13:02

Roy asks callers what they think should happen to ISIS fighters who are returning to Canada. Is the Liberal government taking the right approach, or is Andrew Scheer’s criticism justified?(Photo: militant website/The Canadian Press/Associated Press) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hour 2, Segments 1 and 2 - Michelle Rempel 02.12.2017 20:09

There was a heated exchange between Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and CPC leader Andrew Scheer during question period earlier this week over the Liberal government’s treatment of ISIS returnees. Guest: Michelle Rempel, CPC MP, Calgary, was present during the exchange in question period(Photo: Adrian Wyld/The Canadian Press) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hour 1, Segments 3 and 4 - Fran Coombs 02.12.2017 20:09

Former Trump national security adviser Michael Flynn has admitted to lying to the FBI about his contacts with Russia. What happens next? Does President Donald Trump have to worry that Flynn will lead Mueller to the Oval Office with a criminal charge? Roy and Fran Coombs of Rasmussen Polling discuss the Flynn guilty plea, as well as the U.S. Senate passing a massive 1.5 trillion dollar tax reform b...

Hour 1, Segments 1 and 2 - Roy discusses the heated Scheer vs. Trudeau exchange 02.12.2017 20:07

Justin Trudeau used the term "Islamophobia" in his response after federal Conservative party leader Andrew Scheer asked a question criticizing the Trudeau government’s “kid glove” approach to dealing with ISIS terrorists returning to Canada. So what exactly is the prime minister's definition of Islamophobia?(Photo: Sean Kilpatrick/The Canadian Press) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megapho...

How important are police officers in schools? What do you need to know about Constable John Davidson? Will Canada soon be overwhelmed with refugee claimants? 26.11.2017 51:13

The Roy Green Show The Toronto District School Board voted to end a program in which police officers were stationed in Toronto public schools, even though a majority of students and parents expressed a desire for the program to continue. Guest: Gerri Gershon, TDSB trustee who voted against ending the police in schools program - Constable John Davidson, a police officer in Abbotsford, B.C., was bel...

Hour 3, Segment 5 - Marilisa Racco 26.11.2017 9:11

Our weekly “Smart Living & Entertainment” from Marilisa Racco, Global News lifestyle reporter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hour 3, Segments 3 and 4 - Janet 26.11.2017 13:21

In London, Ontario, a doctor sent police to the home of a terminally ill chronic pain patient. Guest: Janet(Photo: Toby Talbot/The Canadian Press/AP) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hour 3, Segments 1 and 2 - Richard Kurland 26.11.2017 20:00

Will Canada have to deal with an overwhelming number of refugee claimants from Haiti and Central America who fear being expelled from the United States by President Donald Trump? Guest: Richard Kurland, immigration lawyer in Vancouver, has advised both the provincial government of Quebec and the federal government of Canada(Photo: Courtesy of CBSA) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone...

Hour 2, Segment 4 - Callers 26.11.2017 4:30

Roy asks callers - what counties' approach to dealing with citizens who joined ISIS is more responsible and just? Should a government welcome them home and provide counseling as Canada is doing, or is it better to opt for the strategy undertaken by the governments of the U.K., U.S., France and Australia?(Photo: Newzulu) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hour 2, Segment 3 - Callers 26.11.2017 16:51

Roy asks callers - what counties' approach to dealing with citizens who joined ISIS is more responsible and just? Should a government welcome them home and provide counseling as Canada is doing, or is it better to opt for the strategy undertaken by the governments of the U.K., U.S., France and Australia?(Photo: Felipe Dana/AP Photo) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hour 2, Segments 1 and 2 - Scott Newark 26.11.2017 20:03

What should governments do to deal with citizens who go abroad to fight for terrorist organizations like the Islamic State group? The United States, United Kingdom, France and Australia are sending special military forces to Syria and Iraq to hunt down and kill citizens of those countries who joined ISIS before they have the chance to return home. Meanwhile, Canada’s federal government is offering...

Hour 1, Segment 4 - Callers 26.11.2017 8:29

The majority of students and parents did not want the police presence at Toronto schools to end, but the argument supporting ending the police program included the concern that police officers made some students uncomfortable. Roy asks callers - should the majority have been the decision-makers?(Photo: Don Mitchell/AM640/Global News Toronto) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adc...

Hour 1, Segment 3 - Janet Brown 26.11.2017 12:55

Constable John Davidson, a police officer in Abbotsford, B.C., was beloved by high school students whose schools he patrolled. He was killed while on duty earlier this month and thousands of people attended a memorial in his honour. Guest: Janet Brown, CKNW reporter in Vancouver(Photo: Darryl Dyck/The Canadian Press) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hour 1, Segment 2 - Callers 26.11.2017 6:25

The majority of students and parents did not want the police presence at Toronto schools to end, but the argument supporting ending the police program included the concern that police officers made some students uncomfortable. Roy asks callers - should the majority have been the decision-makers?(Photo: Jeremy Cohn/Global News file photo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoice...

Hour 1, Segment 1 - Gerri Gershon 26.11.2017 14:58

The Toronto District School Board voted to end a program in which police officers were stationed in Toronto public schools, even though a majority of students and parents expressed a desire for the program to continue. Guest: Gerri Gershon, TDSB trustee who voted against ending the police in schools program(Photo: Thinkstock) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hour 3, Segments 3 and 4 - Beauties and the Beast 25.11.2017 20:23

Roy and the Beauties chat about: 1) A 40 year old British mother wants Beauty and the Beast removed from the classrooms of younger students because the handsome Prince kissing Sleeping Beauty may be viewed as 'sexual harassment.' 2) Canadian house prices overvalued by 50% compared to rents: OECD. 3) Household debt levels are higher in Canada than in any other country (OECD report). 4) Canada'...