The Jerry Agar Show

It's Party for Two! Jerry is joined by Dave Trafford, Chief Executive Producer at Story Studio Network and host of On the Ledge on Newstalk 1010, to discuss the top stories of the day.
A Thanksgiving thank-you banner from Detroit has been getting attention in Windsor, while many Canadians continue to avoid travel to places like Las Vegas. Jerry speaks with Mike Kakuk, Co-Host of Mornings with Mike and Meg on AM800 Windsor, about cross-border relations.
Do drivers take longer to leave a parking spot when they know someone is waiting? Jerry tackles this relatable debate with Andrew Clark, Globe and Mail humour columnist.
Plus, Jerry looks at new data suggesting lower immigration levels are contributing to softer rental prices. He speaks with Tristin Hopper of the National Post to discuss the relationship between immigration, housing demand, and affordability.

Jerry opens the show with his reaction to the latest release of a convicted sex offender in Durham Region, arguing the case is another example of a justice system that is failing to protect the public.
Next, Jerry speaks with Brian Lilley of the Toronto Sun about his column alleging municipal election workers broke the rules at advance polls in a way that favoured Olivia Chow.
Artificial intelligence and technology are in the spotlight as Jerry speaks with Francis Syms, Humber Polytechnic's Head of the School of Clean Energy and Associate Dean in the Faculty of Applied Sciences and Technology, about reports that startups are hiring low-paid workers to train robots for manual labour, as well as a cyberattack that spoiled food at hundreds of French grocery stores.
Plus, Jerry takes a look at the latest polling in Toronto's mayoral race. With new surveys suggesting the outcome could come down to voter turnout, Jerry considers whether Brad Bradford may have a stronger path to victory than he originally expected

It's Party For Two, and Jerry is joined by Tim Hudak, former leader of the Ontario Conservatives and now a Partner with Counsel Public Affairs, to break down the top stories of the day.
Jerry takes your calls asking: what’s one popular food that you just can’t get on board with?
Then Jerry turns to the future of food service. Would you let a robot cook your burger? He speaks with Andy Skrepnek, Chief Innovation Officer at Gastronomous Technologies, about automation in restaurants, changing consumer habits, and whether robot-made food is the future. They are also joined by Tanner Agar, Michelin Chef, Co host of FlavorPhiles alongside Jerry.
The show wraps with Touchdowns & Fumbles, as Bob Reid, Principal at Broadway Strategy & Communications, weighs in on the week's biggest communications wins and losses.

Jerry opens the show with a conversation about transparency in government and why public accountability matters when taxpayer dollars are involved.
He then speaks with Brian Lilley, Toronto Sun political columnist, about the latest OSAP controversy. They discuss why critics say the scandal is a result of weak oversight and what happens when government programs aren't properly monitored.
Next, Jerry replays part of an interview he gave to an Arizona radio station, where he discussed the ongoing trade dispute between Canada and the United States.
The hour wraps with Jerry's thoughts on reports that CUPE is vowing open defiance against changes to Bill C-39 and Canada's labour laws.

It's Party for Two! Jerry is joined by Randi Rahamim, Managing Director at Teneo, to discuss the top stories making headlines.
The federal government is extending the exclusion of people whose sole underlying condition is mental illness from accessing MAID. Jerry speaks with Kerry Bowman, bioethicist at the University of Toronto, about the ethical questions surrounding the decision. They also discuss the case of death row inmate Christa Pike, whose lawyers say she was left "angry and confused" after a botched execution attempt.
It's time for the Blacklock's Report. Tom Korski, Managing Editor of Blacklocks.ca, joins Jerry with the latest stories from Ottawa and Parliament Hill.
Plus, a Kelowna city council candidate is attracting attention with his unconventional approach to politics and candid comments about public office. Jerry speaks with Brady Rogers, who explains why he's running and how he's standing out in a crowded municipal race.