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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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Dr. Soles: What is 'sharenting' and why is it dangerous for our kids? 26.10.2024 5:52

Child psychologist Tamara Soles joined Joanne Vrakas to discuss 'sharenting'.

The spooky story behind the 1695 fire at Montreal's Hôtel-Dieu hospital 26.10.2024 6:42

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 or at his website ToursMontreal.com .

Why are there so many ladybugs in Montreal in the fall? 26.10.2024 5:52

Dr. Christopher Buddle from the McGill University Entomology department, joined Joanne Vrakas to talk about ladybug season!

Matthew Perry's sister gives her first interview since her brother's death 1 year ago 26.10.2024 7:39

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

How to not break the bank on last minute Halloween decorations 26.10.2024 6:52

Design Expert Christian Dare joins Joanne Vrakas to talk about last minute Halloween decoration ideas. You can follow Christian on Instagram .

This Montreal grocery chain is selling expired food at a discount 26.10.2024 7:15

Sylvain Charlebois, ‘The Food Professor’, Senior Director at Agri-Food Analytics Lab, and Professor of Faculties of Management and Agriculture at Dalhousie University joined Joanne Vrakas to talk about a Montreal grocery that is selling shelf-stable foods that are past their best before dates at a discount.

What legacy will Montreal mayor Valerie Plante leave behind? 26.10.2024 6:27

Political commentator Sandy White joined Joanne Vrakas to talk about Valerie Plante's legacy following news that she will not be running for a third term.

Exploring the causes and impacts of mommy and daddy issues as an adult 20.10.2024 8:18

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

Tips to deal with a coworker who you don't get along with 20.10.2024 8:46

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

Some ideas for easy do-it-yourself Halloween costumes 20.10.2024 6:53

Design expert Christian Dare joins Joanne Vrakas with tips for do-it-yourself Halloween costumes. You can follow Christian on Instagram .

Dr. Labos: Busting myths about menopause 20.10.2024 6:09

Dr. Christopher Labos joined Joanne Vrakas to talk about all things menopause.

Here are some of the coziest restaurants in Montreal 20.10.2024 9:00

Dustin Gilman (better known as Food Guy Montreal on Instagram ) joined Joanne to talk about Montreal's coziest restaurants.

Here are the best places close to Montreal to enjoy fall foliage 20.10.2024 6:02

Food writer Catherine Maisonneuve joined Joanne Vrakas with some of the best spots to catch the leaves changing colour. You can follow Catherine on Instagram .

New study suggests motorists are neglecting road safety in school zones 20.10.2024 6:17

David Marcille, Montreal Communications Advisor at CAA Quebec joined Joanne Vrakas to discuss road safety around schools.

Dr. Soles: How parents can help their teens through their experimental phases 19.10.2024 7:43

Child psychologist Dr. Tamara Soles joined Joanne Vrakas to talk about teens being in their experimental phase. You can find more information about Dr. Soles at DrTamaraSoles.com .

Are some Halloween candies better than others for your teeth? 19.10.2024 6:35

Dr. Jamie Greenspoon is a pediatric dentist at J'aime Mes Dents at the Centre Médical de Westmount . She joined Joanne Vrakas to talk about dental health ahead of Halloween.

Why Montreal’s underground city is such a gem of urban planning 19.10.2024 5:03

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 or at his website ToursMontreal.com .

Food Professor: Just how much milk is being wasted in Canada? 19.10.2024 6:52

The Food Professor from Dalhousie University, Sylvain Charlebois, joined Joanne Vrakas to talk about the amount of milk being wasted in Canada.

Could Canada's public inquiry into foreign interference spell trouble for Trudeau? 19.10.2024 6:48

Political commentator Sandy White joined Joanne Vrakas to talk about the latest political news.

What is the link between rising food prices and scurvey? 19.10.2024 6:53

Nutritionist Kim Arrey joined Joanne Vrakas to talk about all things healthy living. You can find her at KimArreyNutrition.com .

Looking back at Ariana Grande's Saturday Night Live appearance 13.10.2024 6:31

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

Why are some people obsessed with true crime stories? 13.10.2024 8:15

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

Thanksgiving wines with the sommelier at Brommelier! 13.10.2024 6:55

Jon Cercone, the sommelier at Taverne Sur Le Square in Westmount, joined Joanne to talk about Thanksgiving wine and turkey. You can follow Jon on instagram @brommeliermtl

Setting a Thanksgiving table for less! 13.10.2024 6:08

Design Expert Christian Dare joins Joanne Vraka to talk about setting a Thanksgiving table on a budget. You can follow Christian on instagram @christian_dare

Surviving Thanksgiving! 13.10.2024 7:51

Etiquette expert Julie Blais Comeau joined Joanne Vrakas to talk about surviving Thanksgiving. You can find out more information at Julie's website at EtiquetteJulie.com . You can also find Julie on Instagram .