The Jerry Agar Show

It’s Party for Two, as Jerry talks top stories with Jim Richards, host of The Jim Richards Show on NEWSTALK 1010.
Jerry then looks at where we stand today in the war on terror, speaking with J.J. Green, WTOP National Security Correspondent.
Next, Jerry covers a disturbing case: an Ontario Justice of the Peace says she was “terrified” after a fellow JP entered chambers and told her, “I love you and I want to have sex with you.” Jerry speaks with employment lawyer Sunira Chaudhri from Workly Law about whether or not this is illegal.
This week wraps with Touchdowns and Fumbles featuring Bob Reid, Principal at Broadway Strategy & Communications, where they get your votes on the communications play of the week.

Jerry opens the show discussing Canada’s inter‑provincial trade barriers, referencing Deb Hutton’s interview with Ryan Manucha from the C.D. Howe Institute.
He marks 25 years after 9/11 with a conversation about Gander, Newfoundland’s role on that day. He speaks with Percy Farwell, the current mayor of Gander.
Next, Jerry looks at whether Parliament should be sitting if Canada is at war. He speaks with Robyn Urback, columnist with The Globe and Mail.
A look at food labels — like healthy, organic, natural — and whether they mean anything. Jerry speaks with Lawrence Goodridge, director of the Canadian Research Institute for Food Safety at the University of Guelph.

It’s Party for Two, as Jerry talks top stories with Randi Rahamim, Managing Director at Teneo.
A Roncesvalles condo board is spending up to $40,000 to fix a laneway, but the owner died in 1983. Jerry speaks with real estate lawyer Bob Aaron.
Next, it’s The Blacklock’s Report with Tom Korski, Managing Editor at Blacklocks.ca.
Then, Jerry closes the hour with a question about at what point does it become too much for fans to keep buying into streaming services to watch sports games?

Jerry opens the show with Apple’s new foldable iPhone Duo, and he asks: why would anyone spend $3000 on a phone?
Then, he talks about tech with tech expert Carmi Levy. They dig into: a free AI‑basics course for all Canadians by year’s end, a massive IDScan breach affecting over 470,000 Ontario driver’s licences, and why police say the Carney government’s lawful‑access bill doesn’t go far enough on encryption.
Jerry then looks at new health research: drinking very hot beverages could triple cancer risk, and more evidence suggests the low‑calorie sweetener xylitol may raise the risk of heart attack and stroke. He speaks with Dr. Mitch Shulman, NEWSTALK 1010 Chief Medical Analyst.
Plus, did the Buffalo Bills just fire a shot in the Canada–U.S. trade war? Jerry speaks with Tim Hudak, Buffalo Bills fan, former Ontario PC leader and Partner at Counsel Public Affairs.

It's Party for Two! Jerry is joined by Mike Kakuk, Co-Host of Mornings with Mike and Meg on AM800 Windsor, to break down the top stories of the day.
Toronto has already surpassed its all-time record for lithium-ion battery fires. Jerry looks at the growing safety concerns surrounding e-bikes, scooters, and other battery-powered devices, and examines what can be done to reduce the risk.
Ontario schools are grappling with chronic absenteeism, but some experts argue that tying attendance directly to grades may create more problems than it solves. Jerry discusses the debate around student attendance, accountability, and educational outcomes.
Plus, it's back-to-school season, which means it's time for a special True or False segment. Producer Cristina Galle puts Jerry's knowledge to the test with a back-to-school themed Q&A, separating facts from fiction on education, learning, and school life.