The Jerry Agar Show

It's Party for Two! Jerry is joined by Mike Kakuk, Co-Host of Mornings with Mike and Meg on AM800 Windsor, to discuss the biggest stories of the day.
Prime Minister Mark Carney says Russian players will "absolutely" be denied visas for the 2027 World Junior Hockey Championship. Jerry speaks with Victoria Matiash, host on the NHL Radio Network and writer for ESPN.com, about the decision and its implications for the tournament and international hockey.
Jerry reacts to a call from youth activists for the creation of a federally funded Youth Climate Corps, arguing the proposal amounts to another request for government money.
Plus, Jerry weighs in on a British Columbia town's decision to apologize for a Harry Potter-themed Halloween display. He argues an apology wasn't necessary and discusses the growing debate over public displays, popular culture, and community sensitivities.

Jerry opens the show with an open on the results of the U.S. midterm elections, as Democrats ride a blue wave and voters deliver their verdict on Donald Trump's tenure. Jerry shares his thoughts on what the outcome means for American politics and why Canadians should be paying attention.
Jerry usually isn't a fan of expropriation, but he thinks this case may be an exception. He discusses the City of Mississauga's move to expropriate two Port Credit homes after police were called to the properties hundreds of times over an 18-month period and asks whether governments should step in when neighbourhoods are repeatedly disrupted.
How safe are driverless cars? Jerry speaks with Linwood Barclay, bestselling Canadian author of Look Both Ways, about Waymo's autonomous vehicles, the future of self-driving technology, and how it mirrors themes explored in his novel.
Plus, Jerry takes calls on the idea of employers offering paid "sleep days" to workers. Is it a smart way to address burnout, or just another unnecessary workplace perk? Jerry takes listener calls.

It's Party for Two! Jerry is joined by Bob Richardson, NEWSTALK 1010 contributor and public affairs consultant, to discuss the top stories of the day.
Jerry reacts to reports that a Canadian Armed Forces member supervising air cadets during a poppy drive was allegedly attacked in Hamilton.
It's Telescopic Tuesday with Dan Riskin, Newstalk 1010 Science Expert, who breaks down the latest science headlines and discoveries making news this week.
Plus, a Globe and Mail piece asks: When did kids' sports become so serious? Jerry explores the growing pressure on young athletes, the expectations placed on families, and whether competitive youth sports have lost sight of being fun.

Jerry opens the show by taking issue with a column arguing that ending homelessness should be a nation-building project. He shares his thoughts on homelessness, government responsibility, and whether current approaches are producing results. Jerry then opens the phones for listeners to weigh in on the issue.
Good news for drivers: gas and diesel prices are expected to drop to their lowest levels in months. Jerry speaks with Dan McTeague, President of Canadians for Affordable Energy, for the latest on fuel prices and what's driving the decline.
Plus, a Globe and Mail column about discovering a personal "red flag" in a parking lot sparks a conversation on relationships. Jerry asks listeners: What's your red flag?

It’s Party for Two, and Jerry is joined by Sabrina Nanji from the Queen’s Park Observer to break down the top stories of the day.

Next, Jerry looks into complaints from residents being kept awake by alarms sounding from TTC buses overnight. To explain why it's happening and what the TTC is doing about it, he speaks with Stuart Green, TTC spokesperson.

Jerry speaks with Mohit Rajhans, media and tech analyst, about a series of cyberattacks, including incidents involving supermarket freezer systems in Europe and hacked emergency alert systems affecting Ukraine and Russia.

The show wraps with a look at Toronto's proposed Rental Renovation Licence Bylaw, often referred to as a renoviction bylaw. Jerry examines what the changes could mean for landlords, tenants, and the city's housing market.