Weekends with Joanne Vrakas

Loic Quesnel is the Science Activities Coordinator of Astro Fest and he joined Ken Connors to preview the event.

95.9 Virgin Radio's Kelly Alexander joined Ken Connors to talk about the latest news from Hollywood.

Thom Seivewright is a tour guide turned social media star. He can be heard every Saturday at 7:40 a.m. on Weekends with Joanne Vrakas sharing hidden gems and facts you may not know about Montreal. You can find a full list of events happening in Montreal on CJAD 800's What's On Montreal . Image: THE CANADIAN PRESS/Paul Chiasson

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. 

Registered dietitian nutritionist Kim Arrey joined Ken Connors with her tips to keep healthy.

CJAD 800's Dawn Kagan Fleming goes over the weekend stories impacting Montrealers.

Bono has a new documentary, Mike Birbiglia’s new comedy special and a new Judy Blume teen drama on Netflix. Bill Brownstein has the latest.

Should you or shouldn’t you? More and more people are wondering if having kids is the right thing to do. Head of adult psychology at the MUHC Dr. Jennifer Russell on what’s behind the “kidlife crisis”.

Quebec winemakers are trying to carve out a corner of the market. But do we have the right soil, the right climate or even the right grapes? Wine expert Jon Cercone thinks we may have something here. 

It may be too late for summer jobs but if you’re still looking for work, Mind HR’s Jessica Glazer says don’t despair, there’s still plenty of work out there.

It’s that time of year- fresh produce, elevated eateries and sweets as far as the eye can see. FoodGuyMtl Dustin Gilman on how the traditional famers Markets have evolved. Dustin Gilman, better known online as Food Guy Montreal, joins Weekends with Joanne Vrakas every Sunday at 7:50 a.m. He shares his insight for some of the best eats in and around Montreal.

Texas regulates social media and standing up on a plane can cost you big time. Lola Kalder joins Joanne with another edition of What’s Trending. Lola Kalder is content producer for The Elias Makos Show on CJAD 800. She joins Weekends with Joanne Vrakas every Sunday at 7:40 a.m. to share online trends and what is happening closer to Montreal.

Trying to stay fit and young? Are you just getting older or is a testosterone prescription the way to? Not so fast, says Dr. Christopher Labos. 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.

A Canadian tech company takes on vision loss, a single truck driver can now drive multiple vehicles and Apple invests in Canadian gaming. Tech expert Kris Abel joined Joanne.  

The CAQ’s Bill 106 has many health care professionals seeing red. Political analyst and co-founder Foundation Health in Ontario Sandy White explains why the controversial bill only adds more stress to the system.   Political commentator Sandy White served as a political advisor to Stephen Harper. He can be heard every Sunday at 8:10 a.m. on Weekends with Joanne Vrakas with his take on t...

New research shows dads struggling with depression can raise children more prone to the illness. Child psychologist Dr. Tamra Soles explains. 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.

CJAD 800's Dawn Kagan Fleming goes over the weekend stories impacting Montrealers.

Is there such a thing as Parmesan Cheese? And why is some of it so expensive? Chef Vanessa Gianfrancesco explains. Chef and TV host Vanessa Gianfrancesco can heard every Saturday at 8:20 a.m. on Weekends with Joanne Vrakas sharing her favourite recipes and kitchen tips.

Joanne Vrakas shared a special personal message with CJAD 800 listeners.

Why is it called the Plateau and what makes it so special? Montreal tour guide Thom Sievewright takes a closer look. Thom Seivewright is a tour guide turned social media star. He can be heard every Saturday at 7:40 a.m. on Weekends with Joanne Vrakas sharing hidden gems and facts you may not know about Montreal.

The latest from the P. Diddy trial, new music from Miley Cyrus and the Biebers get richer. Kelly Alexander joins Joanne with another edition of Hollywood 365. 95.9 Virgin Radio's Kelly Alexander joins Weekends with Joanne Vrakas with the latest entertainment and pop culture news. She can be heard every Saturday at 7:50 a.m.

New tariffs on tea headed our way and Loblaws has to pay up- big time. The Food Professor Sylvain Charlebois explains. 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 at 7:10 a.m. to discuss eve...

Crave’s new show Empathie takes a closer look at how we treat the criminally insane. It’s funny, heartbreaking and critically acclaimed. Joanne chats with series director Guillaume Lonergan.

Itchy, watery eyes? Spring allergies are here leaving many feeling awful. Nutritionist Kim Arrey says food can be our ally. Registered dietitian nutritionist Kim Arrey joins Weekends with Joanne Vrakas every Saturday at 6:40 a.m. with tips to keep healthy.

A new documentary on Pee Wee Herman, new stand-up from Sarah Silberman and the movie “Nonnas” top the charts on Netflix. The Gazette’s Bill Brownstein has the details. Bill Brownstein has been a columnist with the Montreal Gazette since 1987. He joins Weekeds with Joanne Vrakas every Saturday and Sunday at 8:50 a.m. with his suggestions on what to stream and which shows to check...