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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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Good etiquette in tough political conversations 10.11.2024 7:12

Joanne Vrakas is joined by Julie Blai Comeau, Etiquette Specialist.

Talking bagels in Montreal 10.11.2024 8:36

Joanne Vrakas sits down with Dustin Gilman of Food Guide Montreal discussing Montreal bagels.

It’s Bowvember! Joanne chats with the president of Procure about the fight to end prostate cancer 09.11.2024 5:19

Joanne Vrakas was joined by Procure President Laurent Proulx to talk about Bowvember! Get your bowties @pructeqc ! Dare to wear it, dare to talk about it! Follow Bowvember on instagram @procureqc

Kelly Alexander on Beyonce racking up the Grammy nominations! 09.11.2024 7:40

95.9 Virgin Radio's Kelly Alexander joined Joanne Vrakas to talk about all things pop culture!

The Food Professor on the impact of the US election for Canada 09.11.2024 5:10

The Food Professor from Dalhousie University, Sylvain Charlebois, joined Joanne Vrakas to discuss the results of the American election and their impact on Canada.

Explaining the notwithstanding clause 09.11.2024 8:26

Maître Frédéric Berard from the law firm GBM joined Joanne to talk about the provincial government's use of the notwithstanding clause.

Kamala Harris made an appearance on Saturday Night Live 03.11.2024 7:36

The Montreal Gazette's Bill Brownstein joined Joanne Vrakas to talk about a special appearance by Kamala Harris on Saturday Night Live.

How common are body image issues among men? 03.11.2024 8:02

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

Looking for work? Here are some tips to get your CV noticed 03.11.2024 8:11

Jessica Glazer from Mind HR shared some tips with Joanne Vrakas to get your CV noticed. You can follow Jessica on Instagram .

Dr. Labos: The importance of screening for prostate cancer 03.11.2024 8:18

Dr. Christopher Labos joined Joanne Vrakas for his Sunday Morning Hoiuse Call. Dr. Labos will be signing copies of his book, 'Does Coffee Cause Cancer?' at Indigo Pointe Claire on November 9th.

What is Mycoplasma pneumonia and should parents of young children be concerned? 03.11.2024 7:03

Dr. Earl Rubin, Director of Infectious Diseases at the Montreal Children's Hospital, joined Joanne Vrakas on CJAD 800.

Montreal-born photographer honoured with Image Maker of the Year Award 02.11.2024 7:32

Montreal-born photographer Richard Bernardin has been named the Canadian Arts and Fashion Awards' Image Maker of the Year. He joined Joanne Vrakas to talk about the honour. You can follow Richard on Instagram or visit his website for more.

A preview of the Segal Centre's off-broadway show Titanique 02.11.2024 7:11

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

What makes Montreal's Parc Avenue so special? 02.11.2024 8:05

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 .

Celebrities are becoming increasingly vocal ahead of the U.S. election 02.11.2024 7:50

95.9 Virgin Radio's Kelly Alexander joined Joanne Vrakas to talk about all things pop culture!

Lloyd Axworthy looks back at his illustrious career in his new memoir 02.11.2024 8:18

Lloyd Axworthy is a former Foreign Minister of Foreign Affairs and currently the chairman of the World Refugee and Migration Council. He recently penned a new memoir titles, 'My Life In Politics'. You can meet him at his book launch on Thursday, November 7 at Maison du Developpement Durable.

How will the result of the upcoming U.S. election impact Canada's food sector? 02.11.2024 6:34

Dalhousie University's Sylvain Charlebois is better known as The Food Professor. He joined Joanne Vrakas to talk about all things food.

Previewing Season 3 of Netflix crime-thriller The Lincoln Lawyer 27.10.2024 7:54

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

Has society become desensitized to violent news stories? 27.10.2024 7:27

Dr. Jennifer Russell is the head of Adult Psychology at the MUHC. She joined Joanne Vrakas to discuss why society is so drawn to violent stories in the news.

Here are some good wines you can find at the SAQ for under $15 27.10.2024 5:49

Mandi Robertson is the host of Unwined on CJAD 800, Saturday mornings at 11 a.m. She joined Joanne Vrakas with some wine recommendations under $15. You can follow Mandi on Instagram .

Are our smart phones actually listening to our conversations? 27.10.2024 7:01

TV host and media professor Winston Sih joined Joanne Vrakas to talk about all things technology. You can find more information about Winston at winstonsih.com

Where to find the best Caesar salad in Montreal 27.10.2024 8:31

Dustin Gilman, better known as Food Guy Montreal, joined Joanne Vrakas to talk about where to find the best Caesar salad in Montreal!.

Dr. Labos: What is Fibromyalgia? 27.10.2024 7:07

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

How do you deal with a colleague who has body odour? 27.10.2024 7:24

Julie Blais Comeau joined Joanne Vrakas to talk about all things etiquette. You can find out more information at EtiquetteJulie.com . You can also find Julie on Instagram .

Previewing Billy Crystal's creepy new Apple drama, Before 26.10.2024 7:25

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