The Jerry Agar Show

It's Party for Two! Jerry is joined by Jim Richards, host of The Jim Richards Show on Newstalk 1010, to discuss the biggest stories making headlines today.
Canada's largest airport is warning travellers about a rise in AI-generated articles containing inaccurate information. Jerry speaks with Karen Mazurkewich, Vice President of Stakeholder Relations and Communications at the Greater Toronto Airports Authority, about the problem . He then 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 how people can identify AI-generated misinformation and verify what they're reading online.
Would you rather take a traditional lunch break or leave work earlier at the end of the day? Jerry opens the phones and gets listeners' thoughts on the debate.
Plus, it's time for Touchdowns and Fumbles. Jerry is joined by Bob Reid, Principal at Broadway Strategy & Communications, to look at the winners and losers from the week's biggest stories.

Jerry opens the show with a morning rant on the idea of a wealth tax and gives his thoughts on it.
Canada did not send an official representative to make its case against U.S. tariffs, but international trade lawyer Barry Appleton, Interim Director of the Balsillie Legal Advisory Centre at the Balsillie School of International Affairs, stepped in. He joins Jerry to discuss the experience.
How is Mark Carney doing in the job so far? Jerry takes a look at the Prime Minister's progress, and whether Canadians are seeing the leadership they expected.
As more purchases move to debit and credit, Jerry asks a simple question: Do you still carry cash?

It’s time for Party for Two! Today Jerry is joined by Jason Agnew, host of Sunday Morning Trivia on NEWSTALK 1010, to break down the top stories of the day.
Jerry talks about the state of the Conservative party and Pierre Poilievre's leadership with Amanda Galbraith, co‑founder and partner at Oyster Group.
Next, it’s time for The Blacklock’s Report, as Tom Korski, Managing Editor at Blacklocks.ca, brings the latest federal accountability stories.
The U.S. has approved an “emergency rescue” plan to import Marineland’s whales and dolphins.
Jerry speaks with Phil Demers, former Marineland whale trainer, about what he thinks of the move and what it means for the animals.

Jerry opens the show with a conversation about what makes a good opposition leader, comparing Marit Stiles’ leadership to Pierre Poilievre’s and examining what qualities actually matter in the role.
He continues the discussion by speaking with John Tory, former Mayor of Toronto and former Leader of the Official Opposition, about the role, the responsibilities, and what strong opposition leadership looks like.
Next, Jerry reflects on the life of pop star Bonnie Tyler, who has died at 75. He speaks with Canadian music journalist and publicist Eric Alper about her biggest hits, her legacy, and why her voice was one of the most recognizable in music.
The Carney government has excluded U.S. bidders from a $4.9‑billion army vehicle contract, raising questions about procurement and trade relationships.

It’s Party for Two! Jerry is joined by Karen Stintz, former Toronto city councillor, former TTC chair, and political commentator, to discuss the top stories of the day.
Despite Canada's ongoing housing affordability crisis, records show the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation paid out millions in bonuses last year. Jerry speaks with Bryan Passifiume of the Toronto Sun about the controversy.
Could proposed reforms finally put an end to Canada's so-called "catch-and-release" bail system? Jerry speaks with Michele Mandel of the Toronto Sun about the latest changes.
Plus, Jerry looks at an "Ask Lisi" column which talks about one couple's very different views on their cottage.