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Weekends with Joanne Vrakas

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Joanne has all the info you need to kick off your day. The foundation of Weekends with Joanne Vrakas is news, weather, sports and a review of your entertainment options, but Joanne also has great interviews and contributors on a range of topics.

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www.iheart.com

Latest episode

Jul 11, 2026

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Episodes

The do's and don'ts of office holiday parties 15.12.2024

Jessica Glazer from Mind HR joined Joanne Vrakas to go over the do's and don'ts of office holiday parties. You can follow Jessica on Instagram .

Dr. Soles: Teaching your kids to practice gratitude during the holidays 14.12.2024

Psychologist Dr. Tamara Soles joined Joanne Vrakas to discuss kids and the holidays.

Meet one of the Montrealers who directed the Dune franchise 14.12.2024

Film producer and Montrealer Tanya Lapointe joined Joanne Vrakas to talk about her involvement along with Denis Villeneuve in the Dune franchise.

Did you know that the NHL was created at this iconic Montreal hotel? 14.12.2024

Thom Seivewright is a tour guide turned social media star. Thom joined Joanne Varakas to talk about some of the secrets behind some of Montreal's most prominent hotels. You can follow Thom on Instagram .

The Food Professor: How the GST holiday will impact your grocery bill 14.12.2024

The Food Professor from Dalhousie University, Sylvain Charlebois, joined Joanne Vrakas to talk about the GST holiday and how it will impact your grocery bill

How to deal with family members you may not get along with during the holidays 08.12.2024

Dr. Jennifer Russell is the head of Adult Psychology at the MUHC.

These wine suggestions pair well with winter weather 08.12.2024

Wine journalist Mandi Robertson joined Joanne Vrakas to share a list of wines that go well with winter weather. Mandi can be heard every Saturday at 11 a.m. on Wineside with Mandi on CJAD 800. You can also follow Mandi on Instagram .

Does Ottawa have a better grip on nightlife than Montreal? 08.12.2024

Former Montrealer Mathieu Grondin is the current Nightlife Commissioner for Ottawa. Mathieu was originally part of 24/24 Montréal, a non-profit organization that aimed to promote and foster nightlife in the city. He joined Joanne Vrakas to explain why he left Montreal, what became of 24/24 Montréal and whether Ottawa has a better nightlife than Montreal.

Where to find the best soups in Montreal 08.12.2024

Dustin Gilman (better known online as Food Guy Montreal) joined Joanne Vrakas to discuss where to get the best soups in Montreal.

Dr. Labos: What to look out for during cold and flu season 08.12.2024

Dr. Christopher Labos joined Joanne Vrakas with his regular Sunday Morning House Call.

Here's what you need to know before tipping or buying a gift for a service provider this holiday season 08.12.2024

Etiquette expert Julie Blais Comeau joined Joanne Vrakas to share tips on how to tip or buy a gift for a service provider leading into the holidays. You can find out more information at  EtiquetteJulie.com . You can also find Julie on  Instagram .

Brownstein: Kate Beckinsale 'gets down and dirty' in action-thriller spy movie, Canary Black 07.12.2024

The Montreal Gazette's Bill Brownstein joined Joanne Vrakas to talk about the latest entertainment news.

Dr. Soles: What is the 'Sephora kids' trend and how is it impacting teenagers' self-worth? 07.12.2024

Psychologist Dr. Tamara Soles joined Joanne Vrakas to discuss the "Sephora kids" trend and how social media is negatively propelling it.

How the Canada Post strike is impacting fundraising efforts at the MUHC 07.12.2024

Edith Bolduc is the Associate Vice-President of Development at the MUHC Foundation. She joined Joanne Vrakas to talk about how the Canada Post strike is impacting the foundation's fundraising efforts.

Snow city: How winter made Montreal the city it is today 07.12.2024

Thom Seivewright is a tour guide turned social media star. Thom joined Joanne Varakas to talk about his love for Montreal. You can follow Thom on  Instagram .

How to drive safely in Montreal in snow, ice 07.12.2024

CAA spokesman David Marcille joined Joanne Vrakas to provide driving tips leading into winter weather.

The Food Professor: Cow farts and consumer trust 07.12.2024

The Food Professor from Dalhousie University, Sylvain Charlebois, joined Joanne Vrakas to discuss his latest article in the Toronto Sun.

Tips to better handle stress during the holiday season 01.12.2024

Dr. Jennifer Russell is the head of Adult Psychology at the MUHC. She joined Joanne Vrakas to share tips on how to better handle stress during the holidays.

Naughty and nice: Wines that made both lists ahead of the holidays 01.12.2024

Wine journalist Mandi Robertson joined Joanne Vrakas to discuss wines that made her naughty and nice list leading up to the holidays. You can follow Mandi on Instagram .

Is ADHD overdiagnosed for people under 25 in Quebec? 01.12.2024

Dr. Shuvo Ghosh head of the Developmental Pediatrics Program at the Montreal Children's Hospital joined Joanne Vrakas to talk about ADHD.

How one Quebec family went from owning a fish shop to manufacturing mayonnaise 01.12.2024

Hugo Magnan is the owner of Quebec-based Mag Mayonnaise. He joined Joanne Vrakas to share the story of how his family went from owning a fish shop to manufacturing mayonnaise. You can find more information about Mag Mayonnaise at mayonnaisemag.com . You can follow Mag Mayonnaise on Instagram .

How to quit your job without burning bridges 01.12.2024

Etiquette expert Julie Blais Comeau joined Joanne Vrakas to talk about how to quit your job without burning your bridges. You can find out more information at EtiquetteJulie.com . You can also find Julie on Instagram .

Dr. Labos: What are the risks associated with botox? 01.12.2024

Dr. Christopher Labos is a cardiologist with a degree in epidemiology. He joined Joanne Vrakas to talk about face fillers like botox and the associated risks.

Hotel restaurants you need to check out in Montreal 01.12.2024

Dustin Gilman (better known online as Food Guy Montreal) joined Joanne Vrakas to discuss some of the best hotel restaurants in Montreal.

Chef V: Preparing a holiday meal for 4 for under $100 30.11.2024

Chef Vanessa Gianfrancesco joined Joanne Vrakas to talk about holiday meals on a budget. You can follow Vanessa on Instagram .

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