The Jerry Agar Show

Ryan Knight joins Jerry at the Party for Two table to break down the top stories of the day.
It’s Telescopic Tuesday, and Dan Riskin brings the biggest science stories of the week!
Jerry and Tanner celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with a special edition of FlavorPhiles, joined by Terance Robson.

Jerry opens the show reacting to news that a convicted rapist and murderer has been granted more unescorted absences, raising serious questions about parole.
The Canadian Taxpayers Federation condemns the Ford government’s attempt to shield some records from public access under proposed FOI changes. Noah Jarvis, the Ontario Director at the Canadian Taxpayers Federation weighs in.
Canada’s hospital emergency rooms have hit a breaking point, with staffing shortages, overcrowding, and long wait times.
Doug Ford says he wants to livestream bail hearings to increase transparency. Lawyer Gavin Tighe talks about if this is legal.

Karen Stintz joins Jerry at the Party for Two table to talk about the top stories of the day, including the debate over upholstered TTC seats.
Residents impacted by home invasions are now considering “virtual gated communities.” NEWSTALK 1010 tech expert Carmi Levy explains what they are and how they work.
The Toronto police union says officers’ rights were violated in an “offensive overreaction” tied to the Project South scandal. Clayton Campbell, President of the Toronto Police Association, joins Jerry to weigh in on this.
Why electronic doors are at the center of an investigation into a deadly Toronto EV fire. Jerry speaks with Brian Turner, automotive writer for Postmedia’s Driving.ca, about whether some modern car features are becoming over‑engineered.

Jerry opens the show in conversation with Dan McTeague, President of Canadians for Affordable Energy, about the steep rise in oil and gas prices across the GTA.
The Ford government proposes a change to Ontario’s Freedom of Information laws that would keep the premier’s records secret. Sabrina Nanji from Queen’s Park Observer joins Jerry to break down what this could mean for transparency and the media.
Ontario’s Attorney General calls on the federal government to consider legalizing pepper spray. Jerry takes your calls to hear what listeners think about the idea.
Builders warn that Toronto’s World Cup traffic plan, which pauses some construction, could stall projects and delay home building. Richard Lyall, President of RESCON, weighs in on the impact.

Jim Richards joins Jerry at the Party for Two table to break down the top stories of the day.
The Conservatives introduce a bill to create a self‑defence law for home invasions. Jerry shared his thoughts on a self-defence law.
Should Don Cherry receive the Order of Canada?
It's Friday! Bob Reid is here for this week's Touchdowns and Fumbles where he and Jerry get your thoughts on Doug Ford announcing the province will take over Billy Bishop Airport.