Weekends with Joanne Vrakas

CAA has released its annual list of Quebec’s worst roads. How did Montreal do? CAA Quebec spokesperson Nicholas Ryan has the results. Image: THE CANADIAN PRESS/Ryan Remiorz

Any surprises in Mark Carney’s new cabinet? And will he stay or will he go? Political commentator Sandy White takes a closer look. 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 the latest from the world of politics.

Dawn Kagan Fleming joined Joanne Vrakas with her Sunday Morning Press Review.

AI wrecks a job interview and ends a marriage in Greece. 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.

The Michelin Guide has come to la Belle Province and it turns out that Quebec City fared better than Montreal. Montreal tour guide Thom Sievewright weighs in. 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.

What do you do when your child has failed? Maybe they didn’t get into their school of choice or failed final exams? Child psychologist Dr. Tamara Soles explains how building resilience can build them back up. 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.

The Michelin Guide takes Quebec. Plus, Scarlett Johannson hosts SNL's season finale. Bill Brownstein has the latest. 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 out in and around the city.

BBQ season is here! Before you buy any ready-made sauces, Chef Vanessa suggests you have everything you need to make the perfect marinade at home. 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.

Donald Trump says only a “stupid person” would not accept Qatar’s gift of a super plane. But is this more of a Trojan Horse? Political commentator John Parisella weighs in.

The latest from the P. Diddy trial, George Clooney on CNN and Janet Jackson takes center stage. Kelly Alexandre joins Joanne with the latest 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.

Plattsburg is desperate to bring back Canadian tourists. Plus, a huge ultimate frisbee match in the city. And, Steve’s Music Store is celebrating 60 years. CTV News’ Christine Long shares her top stories of the week. Christine Long is a journalist with CTV Montreal. She joins Weekends with Joanne Vrakas every Sunday at 6:20 a.m. to look back at local newsmakers of the week.

Some good news at the grocery store! Despite tariffs and the looming trade war, The Food Professor, Sylvain Charlebois says we won’t see bloating at the check-out. 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 Joann...

Famed singer-songwriter Martha Wainwright needs your help to save her son’s school. Centennial Academy is at risk of closing its doors leaving many neurodivergent students looking for a place to go.

Candy bars, chocolates and desserts. We know they’re not good for us so why do we crave them? Nutritionist Kim Arrey explains what causes the sweet tooth in the first place. Registered dietitian nutritionist Kim Arrey joins Weekends with Joanne Vrakas every Saturday at 6:40 a.m. with tips to keep healthy.

Arcade Fire makes a come-back on SNL, Celine Dion the actress and the cult classic Taxi Driver gets some love in Cannes. The Montreal Gazette’s Bill Brownstein has the latest.

Do we really know or even understand our mothers? What’s really on her mind? Psychologist Dr Jennifer Russell cracks the code on motherhood. Dr. Jennifer Russell is the head of Adult Psychology at the MUHC. She joins Weekends with Joanne Vrakas every Sunday at 8:40 a.m. to discuss the importance of mental health.

It’s Mother’s Day! Mandi Robertson joins Joanne with her best wine recommendations for mom. Mandi Robertson is a wine journalist, educator, and former sommelier. She can be heard regularly on Weekends with Joanne Vrakas sharing her wine recommendations. She is also host of Unwined, heard every Saturday at 11 a.m. on CJAD 800.

It’s National Nurses Week. They are the backbone of our medical system but are often overworked and underpaid. Registered nurse Vanessa Durante on what needs to be done to keep so many from leaving the field.

Where should you take mom for Mother’s Day? Dustin Gilman joins Joanne with his top mom-friendly spots in the city. 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.

What’s Trending online: birth control for men and streaming your dating life for all to see. Lola Kalder has the latest. 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.  

Dr Christopher Labos joins Joanne with the good, the bad and the truth about fluoride. Dr. Christopher 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 new Netflix in the works, Walt Disney coming back as a robot and a real life Pac Man in England. Tech journalist Kris Abel has all the details.

Taking a closer look at Mark Carney’s sit down with Donald Trump and how seriously should we be taking western separatism- political analyst Sandy White sounds off. 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 the latest from the world of politics.

A new car sharing service has launched in Montreal. ‘Leo’ has a brand new fleet ready to hit the streets and it could help you save money. Marketing manager Anaïs Boyer-Lafrenière joined Joanne Vrakas with more.

Montreal cracks the list of top 100 restaurants in Canada, a new series for Tina Fey and SNL’s season finale. Bill Brownstein has you covered. 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 out in and around the city.