The Scribble with Jeremy Bradley

Jeremy Bradley is hot this week! It's another rant about social media complainers. This time, JB takes issue with a family member who constantly posts woe-is-me pity parties on Facebook. The back-and-forth battle in the comments section was on when JB questioned the relative's antics. It was likely the first time that person didn't get unwavering support when posting the tragic revelation that his...

It was 16 years ago that Jeremy Bradley launched his internationally syndicated radio show, Top of The Charts. JB recaps how he got started in broadcasting and where it took his career. He shares memories of covering red carpets and hosting travel programming from destinations around the world. Plus, there's a recap of some of the more entertaining clips from live broadcasts -- including one that...

When the Canadian weather forecast called for a deadly blizzard, Jeremy Bradley decided to skip the country and head to Florida. That's where he's hosting the show this week. JB talks about how overly hyped the spring storm was because, well, for most areas it was practically nothing. Plus, JB remembers the whole "don't say gay" scandal playing out in the state and has opinions on people simply sa...

Bestselling cheapskate, Jeremy Bradley, is serving up 30 minutes of saving this week. Everyone is talking about the price of, well, everything going up and JB, the author of a book that outlines how to creatively save and spend, offers his advice for cutting costs throughout the week. As convenient as delivery apps are, is the added cost worth it? That's the big question: What is the cost of conve...

Everybody is STILL talking about Will Smith attacking Chris Rock at the Oscars last weekend. Jeremy Bradley is a little delayed because this show runs on a Friday. Nevertheless, JB gives his take on what happened and how things have played out all week. Should Smith face disciplinary action after his outrageous behavior? Later, 25 Words or Less host Meredith Vieira chats with JB about the game sho...

With the cost of everything going up, it's ridiculous that some companies still charge you a fee for the privilege being a customer. Jeremy Bradley takes issue with this and comments on how it's not good enough to be a consumer as some services seemingly double-dip on getting money out of you two ways for one transaction. Later, another Ask JB segment where a listener hits a relationship roadblock...

The Bachelor wrapped up with a controversial season finale. Jeremy Bradley talked with Clayton and his on-again-off-again-on-again girlfriend, Susie, on the radio earlier this week. JB has the segment in its entirety on the podcast. Clayton and Susie faced some tough questions -- and their answers might surprise you. Later, Canada's Got Talent is back... after about 10 years! JB chats with Howie M...

Oversharing on social media -- you know someone who does it. Every inconvenience, every opinion, every rant goes from their brain to their Facebook wall. Jeremy Bradley talks about people who post cryptically to the world while intending to have the real target of their rage see the message... in a passive aggressive way. But how does it actually make the ranter (who views themself as a victim alr...

If there's one thing Jeremy Bradley loves, it's putting staffers on the spot. This time, JB calls radio producer, Suzanne Howler, and randomly poses a variety of discussion topics. For instance, Do you clean up after yourself in a food court? Do you return carts at the grocery store? If you won $100 in the lottery, what would you spend it on? Plus, the two reminisce about a travel broadcast that w...

Companies are getting creative with their advertising but is it also getting intrusive? Years ago it was telemarketing phone calls, then spam email and now it's obnoxious text messages from a company. Jeremy Bradley shares a story about a realty company that gets a little too close for comfort in his community. He talks about a personalized gift they gave people in the neighborhood. Check out the...

Filled with controversy, the latest Olympic Games are in the homestretch. TV critics have taken note that ratings are down and viewers just aren't interested in watching the competition. But why is that? Jeremy Bradley has theories as to why people don't care to watch the athletes -- and it's not just because of China or time zones or any other excuse the TV networks present. Plus, JB takes issue...

It's all about Joes today. Joe Rogan is once again in the tabloids, this time because of his repeated use of the N-word on his podcast. Jeremy Bradley chimes in on Spotify's broadcasting darling to offer an opinion on if Rogan is worth the hassle... and the huge paycheck. Plus, Joe Millionaire is back on Fox. JB chats with the two "Joe"s from the show. Did they find love with the gold-digging wome...

Jeremy Bradley is LIVE reacting to the busy news week that is about to come to an end -- finally. The trucker convoy that took over Ottawa has Canadians talking and divided on the issue of vaccine mandates. JB shares his thoughts about the so-called "freedom" protest... that is taking away the freedoms of Canadians as streets are blocked and businesses shutdown. Ironic, eh? Plus, Whoopi Goldberg h...

Jeremy Bradley took a road trip and randomly showed up at a family's home. It could've gone either way when he arrived with our executive producer, Suzanne. How does a rural family react to city slickers appearing in their driveway? You better listen to find out! Plus, do you have friendships where you go days or even weeks without talking and suddenly reconnect and it's like no time has passed? J...

Awards show season is here but if nobody watched, did it really happen? That's how Jeremy Bradley sums up this time of year which, at one time, was the biggest thing in the entertainment biz. JB reflects on how red carpets have become less and less interesting since he first started covering them in 2010. But why are the ratings for awards shows going down? JB has several theories and shares them...

Catfish is back on MTV and Nev Schulman chats with Jeremy Bradley about investigating online liars. After all this time, are people still getting duped by scam artists or have love seekers smartened up? Apparently there's no shortage of relationship drama as Nev continues to track catfish. Plus, is Nev's former sidekick, Max, coming back to the reality show? A recent social media post had fans won...

Everybody had the dream of working from home before the pandemic forced employees to stay away from the office. And as we saw, the novelty quickly wore off. Jeremy Bradley talks about how many workers needed special motivation to get focused to work from home. Was an office-type setup helpful or did you get more work done with your laptop on the couch? Plus, is computer usage outside of work on th...

Joining you for the second time today - LIVE - Jeremy Bradley reacts to the death of Betty White. JB remembers covering Betty's 90th birthday party in Hollywood nearly 10 years ago. JB shares his memories about getting the invite and broadcasting from the red carpet before the NBC event. What was it like getting a spot on the red carpet on a Thursday morning and flying to L.A. for the weekend fest...

It was a year ago that everybody was looking forward to 2020 ending with a new year and new start on things. How'd that turn out for ya? Jeremy Bradley talks about the positive way he ends the year by looking back at the past 12 months. He says there's nothing wrong with looking ahead, but to recognize the personal and professional accomplishments you had in 2021. JB shares some examples. Later, h...

It's the day before Christmas and Jeremy Bradley is only now feeling Christmassy. Instead of pre-taping the Christmas show as in past years, JB insisted on waiting until the very last minute when he was actually in the holiday spirit. He shares some of his family traditions and his memories from Christmases past. Later, JB gives an update on the death of his beloved golden retriever, Ernie. The 13...

Would you respond to an online ad for someone seeking a friend? Jeremy Bradley discusses a post geared towards meeting a new companion. Is it too difficult to make friends with someone at work or school, or is it just easier making a connection and having a friendship with someone online? JB has thoughts about a specific ad and discusses his feelings about replying to such a post. Do you think the...

It doesn't take long for things to go off the rails when Jeremy Bradley and Marie Osmond connect on the phone. Marie is the guest this week and she talks about her new Lifetime movie and music album that are both out today. But, things go from funny to awkward when JB references a part of the movie that Marie doesn't remember and laughter ensues. Plus, what was Christmas like for the Osmonds? Also...

There's nothing like a lazy day around the house. Do you feel guilty about getting nothing accomplished or is it enjoyed until the final minute? Jeremy Bradley talks about having chill days at home and not caring that nothing got done. Plus, is it OK to become picky with age? Do you feel that a potential romantic partner needs to meet higher standards as you get older?  Or is it the opposite: You...

She's written a series of letters to her son and Jedediah Bila joins Jeremy Bradley to talk about the book that came of the project. The former The View co-host talks about life's lessons and why she penned such personal messages to her two-year-old in the book, Dear Hartley. Moreover, why were the letters published in book form for the world to see? Plus, what life lessons would Jedediah wanted t...

It's usually only once news anchors retire that we get all the juicy behind-the-scenes stories about the broadcast world. Which politicians were jerks? Who was the worst person to interview? Jeremy Bradley pokes for answers from legendary CBC News anchor, Peter Mansbridge, while discussing the new book, Off the Record. Peter recounts his journalism career and the highs and lows of the business. La...