The Jerry Agar Show

It’s time for Party for Two! Jerry is joined by a new guest at the party table, Wyatt Sharpe, host of The Sharpe Exchange. He then revisits the Bruno Mars saga: the Rogers Stadium show was so loud it rattled homes 10 km away in Thornhill. He speaks with James Pasternak, Toronto City Councillor for York Centre, about what the city can and can't do about it. Next, it’s Telescopic Tuesday, as NEWSTALK 1010 Science Expert Dan Riskin brings the top science stories of the week. Tim Hortons plans to reduce its reliance on temporary foreign workers and hire 10,000 local workers.

Jerry opens the show with his Morning Rant. Today he talks about how we do not have an expectation of total privacy in public. He then turns to the housing market with Ron Butler, Principal at Butler Mortgage. More Ontarians are missing mortgage payments, with delinquency rates up 52% in a year and insolvency levels are hitting the highest level since 2009. Jerry weighs in on MPs hearing a plan to radically change how asylum seekers are settled in Canada.

On today'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 talk about the top stories of the day. Jerry then turns to Western University where a professor rejected exam results amid suspected AI cheating. He speaks with Professor Jacob Shelley, from Western’s Faculty of Law and School of Health Studies, about what happened. Next, Jerry explores the complicated side of Father’s Day. Psychologist and UBC professor Christine Korol joins him to discuss her latest column on why the day can be painful for some people. Jerry takes listener calls after Premier Doug Ford slammed a judge’s ruling on Ontario encampments.

Jerry opens the show by talking about a study that answered the question: Why do people succeed in life? Then Jerry turns to a neighbourhood dispute over the Bruno Mars concert and nearby residents that say the noise and vibrations were unbearable. Robyn Urback's new column looks at a trend inside the Toronto Police Service: more than a dozen officers have been arrested this year. Jerry and Robyn debate their stances on this issue. Jon Woodward, a CTV Investigative Reporter, joins Jerry to discuss the new changes to FOIs in Ontario and what he’s experienced.

Jerry opens the show with commentary on the Ford government’s decision to freeze Freedom of Information requests amid controversy. Jerry then speaks with John Wright, veteran pollster and CEO of Canada Pulse Insights, to break down new Alberta separatism polling ahead of a potential referendum. Jerry weighs in on the headline of how young people in Ontario are ditching fancy weddings just to afford a home. Karen Stintz, former Toronto City Councillor, and political commentator, joins Jerry to talk about how Chris Moise received a partial city council bailout on his legal fees.

It’s time for Party for Two! Today Jerry is joined by Jim Richards, host of The Jim Richards Show on NEWSTALK 1010, to break down the top stories of the day. Spotify’s new “Reserved” feature could make concert ticketing less miserable. He speaks with Eric Alper, Canadian music journalist and publicist, about whether this could actually fix anything. Next, Jerry reacts to an "oops" broadcasting moment: a radio station accidentally announced the death of King Charles. He opens the phones asking listeners: What’s the biggest mistake you’ve ever made at work? Touchdowns and Fumbles! This week’s question: Toronto Police Chief Myron Demkiw told Moore in the Morning that if there are any corrupt cops in the service, he wants them to quit immediately. Is that a Touchdown or a Fumble?

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. When is it okay for a kid to quit their organized sport? He looks at the research, the psychology, and the difference between resilience and burnout. Next, it’s The Blacklock’s Report, as Tom Korski, Managing Editor at Blacklocks.ca, brings the latest stories from Ottawa.

Jerry opens the show reacting to a watchdog report warning that the FIFA World Cup could cost Canadian taxpayers $1 billion. J Then NEWSTALK 1010 tech expert Carmi Levy and Jerry explore tech topics including: Graduates booing AI pep talks at college commencements Ask a (Former) Traffic Cop, as Sean Shapiro joins Jerry to answer listener driving questions! Plus - How realistic are shows like “Law & Order Toronto”? Former homicide detective and NEWSTALK 1010 crime expert Mark Mendelson shares his thoughts on what the show gets right, what it dramatizes, and how close it comes to real‑life policing in the city.

It’s time for Party for Two! Deb Hutton is hosting the show today and is joined by Vass Bednar, Managing Director of the Canadian Shield Institute, to break down the top stories of the day. Deb then takes your calls on a City Council motion that would have Toronto explore sound‑activated cameras capable of ticketing excessively noisy vehicles. Plus, a look at the DrinkSmart Campus Pulse Survey, which reveals less drinking among students at Ontario colleges and universities. Then, Deb speaks with Minister of Transportation Prabmeet Sarkaria about the proposed changes to Billy Bishop Airport.

Deb Hutton is in for Jerry Agar today. She opens the show with a conversation with Councillor Brad Bradford, who has announced a crackdown on dangerous e‑bikes across the city. Deb then speaks with Clayton Campbell, President of the Toronto Police Association, about the policing issues raised in Chief Myron Demkiw’s recent interview with John Moore, including the Toronto mayor’s comments that the city’s top cop must regain public trust amid allegations involving officers.

It’s time for Party for Two! Today Jerry is joined by Will Stewart, Senior Vice President at Enterprise Canada, to break down the top stories of the day. The United States is pausing a long‑standing military board with Canada, saying Canada has “failed to make credible progress.” Jerry speaks with Aurel Braun, professor of political science and international relations at the University of Toronto and associate at Harvard’s Davis Center, about this. Next, it’s Telescopic Tuesday, as NEWSTALK 1010 Science Expert Dan Riskin brings the top science stories of the week! The hour wraps with a look at "Drop Culture" through Swatch’s newest model.

Jerry opens the show arguing: just sell the booze already. Ontario is sitting on a $79.1‑million stockpile of delisted U.S. alcohol, and storing it could cost taxpayers up to $20 million a year. Meanwhile, Manitoba has lifted its U.S. booze ban so it can sell off wines and liqueurs before they expire. Next, Jerry discusses two criminal cases with very different legal outcomes. Ontario police are using spyware that can remotely take over your smartphone, and they’re fighting to keep almost everything about it secret. Jerry speaks with Boris Bytensky, criminal lawyer with CrimLawCanada.com and former President of the Criminal Lawyers’ Association, about the implications of this. “No, I don’t want my kids using your stupid AI.” Jerry speaks with Katherine Martinko, author of Childhood Unplugged: Practical Advice to Get Kids Off Screens and Find Balance, about how families can push back against AI and tech creep.

On today's Party for Two, Jerry is joined by Jim Richards, host of The Jim Richards Show, to break down the top stories heading into the long weekend. Prime Minister Mark Carney has unveiled an electricity plan to double Canada’s grid and lower costs. To explain what this means for infrastructure and affordability, Jerry speaks with Francis Syms, Humber Polytechnic’s Head of the School of Clean Energy and Coordinating Lead for the Canadian Clean Energy Workforce Consortium. Next, it’s Chocolate Fridays for the Jerry Agar Show crew! Jerry asks listeners about the small treat or ritual that gets them through the work week. The hour wraps with Touchdowns and Fumbles, as Bob Reid, Principal at Broadway Strategy & Communications, weighs in on the political communications hits and misses of the week.

Jerry opens the show reacting to a professor’s claim that they’re pressured to hand out high grades “like candy.” Next, Jerry looks at a growing political fight at City Hall as several Toronto councillors want the province’s Billy Bishop airport expansion plan added to the October ballot. Jerry then breaks down a new study showing tax increases on Canadian businesses are proving costly to the federal government. Another Toronto transit project won’t meet its opening target. Jerry speaks with Karen Stintz, former Toronto City Councillor, former TTC Chair, and political commentator, about the delay.

On today’s Party for Two, Jerry is joined by Bob Richardson, NEWSTALK 1010 contributor and public affairs consultant, to break down the top stories of the day. With travel season kicking off, Jerry turns to the question of long‑weekend driving vs. rising gas prices. Dan McTeague, President of Canadians for Affordable Energy, joins him to explain what drivers can expect at the pumps. Next, it’s time for The Blacklock’s Report, as Tom Korski, Managing Editor at Blacklocks.ca, brings Jerry the latest stories from Ottawa. Big‑box stores are rolling out a new anti‑theft tactic, but critics warn it raises serious privacy concerns.

Jerry opens the show with commentary on how “Not American” has become the sum total of Canada’s national identity. He then turns to the Auditor General’s findings that commercial trucker training and licensing in Ontario are deeply problematic. Amanda Corbett, Director of the Caledon Community Road Safety Advocacy Group, joins Jerry to weigh in on this in her community. Canada’s auto industry could disappear by 2040, according to RBC. To unpack this, Jerry speaks with David Adams, President and CEO of Global Automakers of Canada. The hour closes with political columnist Brian Lilley from the Toronto Sun, who joins Jerry to discuss his latest column arguing that the Ontario Liberals can’t sweep voting irregularities under the rug.

It’s time for Party for Two! Today, Jerry is at the party table with Will Stewart, Senior Vice President at Enterprise Canada, to break down the top stories of the day. Jerry then discusses the production of A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical with Nick Fradiani, who plays a young Neil Diamond about stepping into the role and bringing the story to the stage. Next, Jerry looks into housing‑and‑finance stories with Ron Butler, Principal at Butler Mortgage. A condo developer is now letting buyers put units on layaway for $1,000 a month and Canadian consumer insolvencies have reached their highest quarterly volume since 2009. The hour wraps with new polling showing Canadians are split on MPs who cross the floor.

Jerry opens the show reacting to a new report showing Canada Post’s latest bailout pushes total financial aid to $2.72B since 2025. Jerry then turns to two major tech‑security stories with NEWSTALK 1010 tech expert Carmi Levy: AI systems used by Ontario doctors are hallucinating, and a deal has been reached with hackers after several Canadian universities were hit by a major security breach. Next, Jerry looks at new data from Statistics Canada showing more millennials are living with their parents as adults than boomers did at the same age. He speaks with Hannah Alper, a Toronto‑based journalist, about the trend. How do you frame conversations about money with kids?

It’s time for Party for Two! Today, Jerry is joined by Karen Stintz, former Toronto City Councillor, former TTC Chair, and political commentator, to break down the top stories of the day. Jerry then asks: Why do men pay more for car insurance in Ontario? Next, it’s Telescopic Tuesday, as NEWSTALK 1010 Science Expert Dan Riskin brings the top science stories of the week. A new survey reveals that half of single Canadians don’t believe dating is financially worth it.

Jerry opens the show by asking: Should we elect judges? He reacts to a case where a judge gave a lenient sentence to help a trucker avoid deportation after a fatal Ontario crash. With the census due today, Jerry brings Robert Turner on‑air to walk through the process and completes his own census live on-air. Jerry then turns to Bill 107, the Stop Harmful Gambling Advertising Act, and speaks with Steve Joordens, psychology professor at the University of Toronto Scarborough. They talk about the psychological impact of gambling ads. Boys are falling behind in school, and some experts say the gap starts as early as kindergarten. Jerry breaks down the research and the implications and takes listener calls.