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The Jerry Agar Show
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The Jerry Agar Show is the most opinionated show you will find on the planet. Jerry tackles all subjects with a no-nonsense approach that will keep you engaged and entertained.
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Party for Two | AI use in 311 | Blacklock’s Report | Listener Stories
Jun 1800:37:05Tap to summarizeIt’s time for Party for Two! Jerry is joined by Jason Agnew, host of Sunday Morning Trivia on NEWSTALK 1010 to talk about the top stories of the day. Next, Jerry looks at the City of Toronto’s plan to introduce an AI chatbot to handle some 311 inquiries. Jerry then welcomes Tom Korski, Managing Editor of Blacklock’s Report, for his weekly segment. They discuss the top stories coming out of Ottawa. Jerry opens the phone lines to listeners, asking them to share a memorable “drunk mistake” where no one got hurt
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Jerry's Storage Unit Story | Cybersecurity Breach | Youth Crime Concerns | Reverse Mortgage Growth
Jun 1800:37:38Tap to summarizeJerry opens the show with a personal story about his storage unit, explaining how after he notified his provider that he was leaving due to rising costs, they suddenly offered him a better deal to stay. He reflects on the tactic companies use to retain customers only after they’ve decided to leave rather than rewarding loyalty upfront. Next, Jerry discusses a concerning cyber breach involving Crime Stoppers, which may have exposed anonymous tipsters on the dark web. He’s joined by NEWSTALK 1010 tech expert Carmi Levy, who explains. Young people are being recruited through messaging apps to carry out targeted shootings. Marcell Wilson, founder of the One By One Movement, joins the show to discuss what’s driving this trend. Finally, Jerry explores the growth of Canada’s reverse mortgage market, now approaching $11 billion. He speaks with real estate expert Frank Leo about the risks involved, and whether this financial tool is a smart solution.
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Party for Two | Transit Solutions | Auto Industry Concerns | Canada’s Birth Rate
Jun 1700:37:54Tap to summarizeIt’s time for Party for Two! Jerry is joined by Mike Kakuk, co-host of Mornings with Mike and Meg on AM800 in Windsor. Together, they discuss the top stories of the day. Next, Jerry speaks with Karen Stintz, Special Advisor to TRACCS and former TTC Chair, about how Canada can fix its transit rail delivery challenges. Then, Jerry turns to concerns about the auto industry in Canada, speaking with Lucas Malinowski, President and CEO of the Global Automakers of Canada. National Post columnist Tristin Hopper discusses the idea that Canadians would have more children if they could afford to.
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Feelings vs Facts | Elon Musk Debate | Private School Surge | Ford’s Popularity
Jun 1700:36:47Tap to summarizeJerry opens the show by revisiting a conversation from yesterday and talks about how feelings are not facts. Next, Jerry thinks people shouldn’t hate Elon Musk for his wealth. Veteran pollster John Wright, CEO of Canada Pulse Insights, breaks down a recent poll suggesting Doug Ford is Canada’s least popular premier.
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Party for Two | AI for Financial Advice | Telescopic Tuesday | Sneaking Out Stories
Jun 1600:38:21Tap to summarizeIt’s time for Party for Two! At the party table today, Jerry is joined by Bob Richardson, NEWSTALK 1010 contributor and public‑affairs consultant, to break down the top stories of the day. More Ontarians are using AI for financial advice, according to a new survey. Jerry speaks with Allan Small, Senior Investment Advisor at iA Private Wealth and host of The Allan Small Financial Show, about this tactic. Then it’s time for Telescopic Tuesday, as NEWSTALK 1010 Science Expert Dan Riskin brings the top science stories of the week. Jerry closes the show by opening the phones: Have you ever snuck out of the house? Listeners share their teenage escape stories.
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Expectations of Americans | Ottawa’s New Privacy Bill | Auto‑Industry Concerns | Gas Prices & Iran Deal
Jun 1600:38:52Tap to summarizeJerry opens the show with commentary on people's perceptions of the United States. The federal government has tabled a new privacy bill aimed at boosting protections for children and increasing transparency around data use. Jerry speaks with Wyatt Sharpe, host of The Sharpe Exchange, about what young people think of this new bill. The Carney government policy could threaten Canada’s auto industry, according to a new column by Brian Lilley. Jerry and Brian discuss this. Gas prices may not return to pre‑war levels anytime soon. Jerry speaks with Dan McTeague, President of Canadians for Affordable Energy, about what Canadians should expect at the pumps.
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Party for Two | Small Stores, Big Business | Officer Struck by Vehicle | Grocery Competition
Jun 1500:38:35Tap to summarizeIt’s time for Party for Two! Today, Jerry is joined by Amanda Galbraith, co‑founder and partner at Oyster Group, to break down the top stories of the day. Companies like IKEA are betting big on small stores. He speaks with Tony Chapman, branding and marketing expert and host of Chatter That Matters, about why some stores are becoming more compact. A 12‑year‑old boy has been charged with attempted murder after a police officer was struck this morning. Jerry speaks with Mark Mendelson, NEWSTALK 1010 Crime Expert and former homicide detective. The show wraps with a conversation about grocery prices. Jerry speaks with Mike Von Massow, University of Guelph food economist, about Canada’s new grocery competition plan and whether it will actually help shoppers.
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Is X Useful? | Pride Flag Vandalism | AI in Political Ads | Motorcycle Riding
Jun 1500:39:09Tap to summarizeJerry opens the show asking the question: Is X useful… or a dumpster fire? He shares his latest experience on X. Next, Jerry turns to a story out of Oxford County: A Pride flag was stolen and the flagpole cut down at a local school. He speaks with Lee Griffi, Editor of the Woodstock Ingersoll Echo, about what happened and how the community is responding. Federal Conservatives released an ad featuring “Canadians” who were AI‑generated. Jerry doesn’t care about the use of AI here… but should he? He opens the phones to find out. The hour wraps with a conversation with Angie Sandow who shares her experience riding a motorcycle and playing music with a prosthetic.
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Party for Two | Slow Cooker | Transit | Touchdowns And Fumbles
Jun 1200:36:53Tap to summarizeIt’s time for Party for Two! Today Jerry is joined by Jim Richards, to break down the day’s biggest stories. tackles whether someone found not criminally responsible for a deadly attack should be released after treatment, and debates if social media bans are a shortcut instead of fixing platform safety. They also discuss concerns over reduced pesticide transparency for migrant workers and whether reselling free FIFA Fan Festival tickets for profit undermines accessibility. Jerry then shares a relatable moment about rushing home over slow cooker anxiety before shifting to transit safety, where Karen Stintz weighs in on the TTC’s plan to call out bad behaviour over station PA systems. The hour wraps with Touchdowns and Fumbles, as Bob Reid breaks down Premier Doug Ford’s firm stance in U.S. trade talks, debating whether it was a savvy negotiating move or a misstep.
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Youth Online Safety | Parenting Pressure | Conversations on Identity | Finding Grace
Jun 1200:36:38Tap to summarizeJerry Agar explores why social media bans may miss the mark when it comes to protecting young people, highlighting perspectives from youth on what actually improves online safety. Listeners weigh in on parenting ambition, debating whether pushing kids toward stardom—sparked by reflections on Taylor Swift’s success—can do more harm than good, especially for other children. The conversation then shifts to identity and perception in Toronto, as former CSIS and RCMP undercover operative Mubin Shaikh discusses the complexities of being brown in Canada amid heightened tensions following a high-profile police killing. The hour wraps with author and business leader Rocco Rossi, who shares insights from his novel Finding Grace, a story about grief, personal growth, and the search for human connection.
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