The Jerry Agar Show

It's Party for Two! Amanda is joined by Karen Stintz, former Toronto city councillor, former TTC chair, and political commentator, to discuss the biggest stories making headlines today.
Amanda's son is starting school this fall, and she's looking for advice on navigating this major milestone. Deb Hutton joins the show to share her tips, tricks, and lessons learned from her own parenting experience to help make the transition a little easier.
It's Telescopic Tuesday with Dan Riskin, Newstalk 1010 Science Expert, who breaks down the biggest science stories making news this week.
A new poll suggests parents expect to spend nearly $900 per child on back-to-school shopping this year. Amanda opens the phones, texts, and talkbacks to hear listeners' best money-saving tips and school prep advice.

Amanda Galbraith is filling in for Jerry Agar today. She speaks with Carmi Levy, Newstalk 1010's technology expert, to discuss reports that Anthropic's AI models were able to hack multiple organizations during controlled research testing. They examine what the findings mean for AI safety, cybersecurity, and the growing capabilities of artificial intelligence.
Next, Amanda looks at Ottawa's plan to scrap the so-called "Netflix Tax" and replace it with a public funding model for Canadian content. She speaks with Jeffrey Dvorkin, Senior Fellow at Massey College and former Director of the Journalism Program at the University of Toronto, about the future of Canadian media and cultural funding.
With developments surrounding the Gordie Howe International Bridge, Amanda checks in with Mike Kakuk, Co-Host of Mornings with Mike and Meg on AM800 in Windsor, for the latest.

It’s Party for Two, and Mark is joined by Robert J. Sawyer, one of Canada’s most celebrated science fiction writers. They dive into Sawyer’s new nonfiction book on science fiction.
Next, Mark talks with Sabrina Nanji from Queen’s Park Observer. Emergency Preparedness Minister Jill Dunlop publicly blamed her press secretary for ending a CBC interview.
The show wraps with Touchdowns and Fumbles with Bob Reid, Principal at Broadway Strategy & Communications, breaking down the week’s political wins and missteps.

Mark Towhey hosts the Jerry Agar show today and opens with a potpourri of topics on his mind.
He then turns to global sports economics with Moshe Lander, professor of economics at Concordia University, to break down FIFA’s private investment plan and the backlash.
Next, Mark digs into national security with Michel‑Juneau Katsuya, former Asia‑Pacific chief at CSIS, to explain what we know about the Canadian intern accused of spying on NATO.
Mark then speaks with Christian Leuprecht, professor at the Royal Military College and Queen’s University, about Canada’s interest in missiles capable of striking 500+ km.

It’s Party for Two! Mark is joined by Barb DiGiulio, to talk about the top stories of the day.
Mark then breaks down Bradford vs. Chow at yesterday's council meeting over the Island Airport. Mark also notes Bradford slammed Chris Alexander, which he argues may not be strategically wise. Meanwhile, Alexander is active on Twitter but says nothing about Toronto. Is he prepping for a 2030 mayoral run or something else?
Next, it’s The Blacklock’s Report with Tom Korski, covering federal accountability stories from Ottawa!
Plus - do you do the 'look back' on transit or in public? And how do you tell people that smell isn't you?