Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.
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CTV News’ Scott Reid on House Speaker Rota’s resignation amid nazi invitation furor
CTV News analyst & former Director of Communications in the PMO of Paul Martin discusses Canada’s House Speaker’s resignation amid nazi invitation furor.
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Windsor’s Biggest Super Pizza
Dean Litster, owner of Armando’s Amherstburg discusses making the BIGGEST WINDSOR SUPER PIZZA he’s ever seen: 8 FEET LONG!
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UWindsor Political Science head Lydia Miljan on Rota resignation
UWindsor Political Science head Lydia Miljan discusses the Speaker of the House of Commons’ resignation because he invited someone who fought for the nazis.
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The risks and dangers of pointing lasers at airplanes
OPP Constable, Steven Duguay discusses a laser beam was shone at an airplane in Windsor Essex and the risks and dangers of pointing lasers at airplanes.
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Pelee Island Winery Brings the First Ever EPIC Harvest Festival to Kingsville
Chrystie Fysh, Executive Assistant at Pelee Island Winery discusses Pelee Island Winery organizing Kingsville’s first EPIC Harvest Festival.
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APMA’s Flavio Volpe on being named first Chamber CEO of the Year & Zelensky speech
Flavio Volpe, APMA president discusses the Ontario Chamber recognizing him as its inaugural CEO of the year & Ukrainian President Zelensky’s Toronto speech.
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LaSalle Mayor on green space, development, & the need for housing
LaSalle Mayor Crystal Meloche joins AM800 CKLW’s Jon Liedtke on The Shift to discuss green space, development, & the need for housing in LaSalle.
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City Building: Inaugural UWindsor Black Alumni Weekend
Marium Tolson-Murtty Director, Anti-Racism Organizational Change in the VP Office at UWindsor discusses UWindsor’s Black Alumni Weekend.
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Councillor Agostino on the 2023 Councillor Cup volleyball tournament & making council fun
Ward 3 Councillor Renaldo Agostino discusses the 2023 Councillor Cup volleyball tournament and making city council fun.
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Tuesday Roundtable
Tuesday’s Roundtable discusses grocery price stabilization, 5 o’clock drinks, federal government priorities, & what happened in Windsor Essex this weekend.
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Monday Roundtable
Monday’s Roundtable discusses Babcock’s Columbus Blue Jackets resignation, Starbucks eliminating disposable cups, & 2023 Open Streets Windsor.
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Why APMA’s Flavio Volpe disagress with the PBO saying it’ll take 20 years to breakeven on EV investments.
APMA president Flavio Volpe explains why he disagrees with the Parliamentary Budget Officer claiming EV sector investments will take 20 years to breakeven.
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Premier Ford’s political scandals keep growing
Windsor-West MPP Lisa Gretzky discusses the ever growing list of scandals that are plaguing the Doug Ford government.
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Does spray painting an eyesore house help downtown?
Ward 3 city councillor Renaldo Agostino discusses 841 Ouellette Ave.’s transformation from a rundown eyesore into a work of art & the ensuing conversation.
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In push to build more homes Ontario delays energy efficiency
The Narwhal reporter Fatima Syed discusses the province of Ontario delaying energy efficiency in its push to build more homes.
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Is removing garbage pickup from alleys smart?
Windsor’s Ward 4 city councillor Mark McKenzie discusses city council approving an RFP to look at removing alleyway garbage.
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What would you do to stay young forever? The anti-aging industry is worth BILLIONS
Alex Cyr, contributing editor at Toronto Life discusses the global anti-aging industry that is worth billions and why Earth’s richest people are all in.
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Open Streets needs volunteers
Michelle Staadegaard, manager for culture and events at the City of Windsor discusses 2023 Open Streets and the need for up to 300 volunteers.
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NATO looks to space with inaugural space conference
Daniel Sax, CEO Canadian Space Mining Corp. discusses NATO holding an inaugural conference on space collaboration.
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Federal housing minister in attendance for opening of Windsor’s newest affordable housing project
Sean Fraser, Canada’s Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities discusses the opening of Meadowbrook, Windsor’s newest affordable housing project.
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AM800 CKLW: Dan MacDonald Show – Monday Roundtable
Jon Liedtke, Irene Davis & Richard Peddie join Dan MacDonald to discuss September 11, the role of art in cities, & restoring the Jackson Park Band shell.
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Musings before a convoy trial
The gaslighting is overwhelming. No, the convoy & blockades weren’t peaceful, democratic, or just, & weren’t as Canadian as Nanaimo bars or Butter Tarts…
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Yuri Elkaim – Life and Health is a matter of choice, not chance
Tony Chapman, the host of Chatter that Matters discusses if health could be a matter of choice and not chance.
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St. Clair Saints beat rival Beefeaters, Move to First Place in OFC
Mike La Chance (Head Coach St. Clair College Football) discusses this year’s football season for The Saints.
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Weather Network Storm Hunter Mark Robinson with the latest on Hurricane Idalia
Weather Network Storm Hunter Mark Robinson provides an update on Hurricane Idalia’s path towards Florida.
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Windsor Regional Hospital CEO on hospital COVID Outbreak Confirmation
Windsor Regional Hospital CEO and President David Musyj provides an update on the recent COVID outbreak at Windsor Regional Hospital’s Ouellette Campus.
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QP Update with CTV News’ Queen’s Park Bureau Chief Siobhan Morris
CTV News’ Chief Siobhan Morris discusses Ontario banning online gambling endorsements & scandal prompts Premier Ford to muse returning some Greenbelt lands.
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Experience Canada at Kalamazoo’s Canadiana Fest!
Canadiana Fest organizer Channon Mondoux discusses the upcoming Canadiana Fest in Kalamazoo Michigan.
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Mike Moffatt’s proposal for a “real” federal housing strategy
Mike Moffatt, PLACE Centre founding director & 2017 Government of Canada Chief Innovation Fellow proposes a ‘real’ federal housing strategy.
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Weather Network Storm Hunter Mark Robinson provides a Hurricane Idalia update
Weather Network Storm Hunter Mark Robinson provides an update on Hurricane Idalia’s path towards Florida.
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Injured Workers’ Action Committee holding WSIB seminar
John West (Injured Workers’ Action Committee) discusses the upcoming Injured Workers’ Action Centre WSIB seminar.
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ETFO Spagnuolo’s on a new curriculum, pronoun change needing parental consent, & unions urged to arbitrate & not strike
Mario Spagnuolo, local ETFO President discusses a new curriculum, pronoun changes requiring parental consent, & unions urged to arbitrate & not strike.
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Tornado hits Windsor, Tecumseh and Lakeshore
Dr. David Sills Executive Director of the Northern Tornadoes Project discusses the recent news of tornadoes in Windsor, Tecumseh and Lakeshore.
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Pollution prevention plan for grocery stores welcomed by Environmental Defence
Karen Wirsig (Environmental Defence) discusses Canada’s proposed plan for major grocery chains to eliminate plastic waste & pollution.
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Science and Stuff with Dan Riskin
Dan Riskin discusses Russia crashing & India landing on the moon, if trigger warnings work, and why caffeine can’t replace sleep.
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How climate change impacts wildfires
David Phillips, Senior Climatologist at Environment Canada discusses the wildfires across our country and the role people and climate change have on them.
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WindUp 2023
Alan Crouse, from Generator Design, and Laura Kay from Julien’s House discuss this year’s WindUp 2023 winner.
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Science and Stuff with Dan Riskin
Dan Riskin, CTV News’ Science & Technology Specialist discusses how menus can trick you into eating healthy & a study arguing tech make us less spiritual.
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Pelee Island Mayor Cathy Miller provides an island update
Pelee Island Mayor Cathy Miller joins AM800 CKLW’s Lisa Williams and Jon Liedtke on The Morning Drive to provide an island update.
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Mike Moffatt: Windsor facing Canada’s hardest housing challenges
Mike Moffatt (Founding Director of PLACE Centre at the Smart Prosperity Institute) discusses Windsor facing Canada’s hardest housing challenges.
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Former finance minister says pandemic programs larger than necessary. How did it impact the cannabis industry?
Matt Lamers, International editor at MJBiz discusses how pandemic programs impacted the cannabis industry.
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Talking politics with Spencer “Spenny” Rice
Spencer Rice joins AM800 CKLW’s Jon Liedtke on The Dan MacDonald Show to discuss politics at all levels.
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FRIDAY ROUNDTABLE with Gavin Booth & Kristen Siapas
The Roundtable discusses a memorial service for Windsor’s Feather Hat Guy, the Peace Fountain missing its finale, and arts and culture funding in Windsor Essex.
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Windsor and community partners working to address homeless encampments
Matt Johnson (director of programs and services for the Downtown Mission) discusses Windsor and community partners addressing homeless encampments.
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Canada describes Intimate Partner Violence an epidemic
Julie Lalonde (bystander intervention specialist) discusses Canada’s Justice Minister describing Intimate Partner Violence as an epidemic.
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Community focused @geeprojectyqg summer student program successful
Grace Kim and Bronwen Wood (alternative high school teachers) discuss @geeprojectyqg, a city building project for students.
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THURSDAY ROUNDTABLE
The Roundtable discusses an LCBO data breach, Barbie becoming WB top domestic movie ever, a new homeless encampment, and a new report on the housing crisis.
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What’s in a (business) name? WindsorEats deals with impersonation
WindsorEats co-owner Adriano Ciotoli discusses a local business using a modified version of his brand WindsorEats’ name as their business name.
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WEDNESDAY ROUNDTABLE
Wednesday’s Roundtable discusses the Nurse Police Team, social assistance needing to rise $17k annually, a councillor’s pay suspended, & rising dental fees.
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Donald Trump indicted…again
Aaron Kall, Director of Debate at the University of Michigan discusses former President Donald Trump indicted for trying to overturn the 2020 USA election.
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Should cities be in the entertainment business?
Ward 3 city councillor and event pro Renaldo Agostino discusses whether cities should be in the entertainment business.
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TUESDAY ROUNDTABLE
Joe McParland, Christian LaForet & Lorraine Goddard discuss a Pride crosswalk defaced, a local transit BUS OR BUS challenge, & Trump’s indictment.
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MONDAY ROUNDTABLE
Monday’s Roundtable discusses the 2003 Blackout, FORD FEST WINDSOR, ZELLERS returns to YQG, & a Detroit woman found a live frog in her salad!
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Canadians deserve better than fake Pharmacare
Dr. Melanie Bechard of Canadian Doctors for Medicare chair joins me to discuss her Toronto Star column, Canadians deserve better than fake Pharmacare.
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Police Chief Bellaire on major international auto theft ring based in Windsor being dismantled
Chief Bellaire of the Windsor Police Service discusses Project Fairfield which dismantled a major international auto theft ring based in Windsor.
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Ford Fest Windsor
Windsor Tecumseh MPP Andrew Dowie discusses Premier Ford bringing Ford Fest to Windsor Ontario on August 11, 2023.
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Toronto pilot project allows alcohol in certain parks
Adriano Ciotoli, co-owner of Windsor Eats discusses a Toronto pilot project allowing public alcohol consumption in 27 parks & if it could happen in Windsor.
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UHC unveils new Plentiful Harvest Food Rescue Truck
June Muir, CEO of UHC discusses the UHC unveiling a new plentiful harvest food rescue truck that was made available through community donations.
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What kinds of education materials resonate with cannabis consumers?
Dr. Daniel Bear, Humber College discusses his latest his research initiative about what kinds of education materials resonate with cannabis consumers.
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DWBIA-funded buskers performing on downtown street corners every Saturday night in August
Renaldo Agostino (Ward 3 city councillor) & Bilal Nasser discuss the Downtown Windsor BIA funding buskers to perform every Saturday night in August.
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These aren’t your grandparents’ auto jobs
Flavio Volpe (APMA president) discusses NextStar Energy EV battery plant starting to hire and how the jobs won’t be the auto jobs of our grandparents.
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Canadian Space Mining Corp. hires former International Space Station Commander
Dr. Andrew Feustel, NASA astronaut, geophysicist & 2018 ISS commander discuss joining the Canadian Space Mining Corporation & what he brings to its mission.
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Queer Walk LGBTQ2SAI+ app launching at Windsor-Essex Pride Fest with Guided Tour
Jessica Sartori (Parallel 42 Systems) & Walter Cassidy (local educator) Queer Walk, a new app that showcases the history of Windsor’s LGBTQ2SAI+ community.
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Photo speed camera considered for Windsor
Ward 7 councillor Angelo Marignani joins AM800 CKLW’s Jon Liedtke on The Shift to discuss speed cameras being considered in Windsor and other traffic calming measures used locally.
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META starts removing news from Canada
Carmi Levy, tech journalist and expert discusses META starting to remove news from Facebook and Instagram in Canada due to Bill C-18, The Online News Act.
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Emancipation Day 2023
Leslie McCurdy, Black Council of Windsor Essex chair discusses Emancipation Day, its history & meaning for the local Black community & Emancipation Jubilee.
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Canada announces Express Entry invitations for newcomers with trades experience
Windsor Tecumseh MP Irek Kusmierczyk discusses the Government of Canada announcing express entry invitations for newcomers with trades experience.
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Anarchy at the…movies?
Vincent Georgie, Windsor International Film Festival director discusses audiences’ behaviour at movie theatres descending to anarchy & what to do about it.
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Individual cigarette warning labels now in Canada
Gordon Thane, Manager of Chronic Disease and Injury Prevention at the Windsor Essex County Health Unit discusses health warnings on individual cigarettes.
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Trudeau pans Poilievre’s approach as ‘dangerous for Canadians’
Scott Reid, CTV Political Analyst discusses Prime Minister Trudeau panning CPC leader Pierre Poilievre’s approach to politics as “dangerous for Canadians”.
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How the ‘sandwich generation’ manages the stress of aging parents and young children
Corinne Rusch-Drutz, CEO Kensington Health Foundation discusses how the ‘sandwich generation’ manages the stress of aging parents and young children.
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Curling appears poised to move to WFCU CENTRE from Roseland
Terry Fink, Future of Curling in Windsor-Essex committee member discusses a report recommending moving curling from Roseland to the WFCU Centre.
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How mining the moon can be environmentally beneficial for Earth
Daniel Sax, CEO and founder of the Canadian Space Mining Corporation joins AM800 CKLW’s Jon Liedtke on the Shift to discuss how mining the moon can be environmentally beneficial for Earth. Audio Link Find more of Jon Liedtke’s opinion and commentary on AM800 CKLW HERE
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Potential curling move of curling from Roseland to WFCU Centre prompts concerns from Riverside Skating Club
Peiling Huang, Riverside Skating Club president discuss Windsor admin recommending moving curling from Roseland curling club to the WFCU Centre.
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NextStar begins hiring at new EV battery plant
Windsor Tecumseh MPP Andrew Dowie joins AM800 CKLW’s Jon Liedtke on The Shift to discuss NextStar beginning hiring at new EV battery plant.
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Dear Canada: Alberta needs you
Markham Hislop, CEO & Publisher of EnergiMedia discusses the Energy Transition and Post-Combustion, and what Alberta could be doing right.
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Paul Reubens, Pee-wee Herman star, dead at 70
Richard Crause, host of CTV’s Pop Life and CTV News Channel regular film critic discusses the star of Pee-Wee Herman, Paul Reubens, dying at the age of 70.
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LIVE AND LOCAL (July 29, 2023)
City administration ignores council direction on alleys, crime severity down in Windsor, & UWindsor studies freshwater fish decline.
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Windsor crime severity drops, including violent & non-violent crimes
Ward 3 councillor Renaldo Agostino discusses Windsor’s crime severity declining 11% in 2021, along with a 2% decrease in violent crime severity.
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UWindsor researchers to study decline in freshwater fish species
Trevor Pitcher, director of the Freshwater Restoration Ecology Centre at the University of Windsor discusses a decline in freshwater fish species.
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City administration ignores council direction on alley standards
Ward 2 councillor Fabio Costante discusses an alley standards committee he motioned that was approved & never formed because admin deemed it unnecessary.
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The Dan MacDonald Show (July 28, 2023)
Failing housing target, police & hospital program ongoing, affordability, Trump legal woes, US UFOS, cops nab Phog B&E suspect, Windsor Pizza Party, & WIFF.
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Windsor Police catch Phog Lounge B&E suspect
Tom Lucier (Owner Phog Lounge) discusses police catching the culprit responsible for the vandalism, damage, and botched robbery he suffered months ago.
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County complaints about downed trees not picked up on private property
Sherry Bondy, Mayor Town of Essex joins AM800 CKLW’s Jon Liedtke on The Dan MacDonald Show to discuss complaints about downed trees not picked up on private property. Audio Link Find more of Jon Liedtke’s opinion and commentary on AM800 CKLW HERE
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Whistleblower testifies to Congress the USA has retrieved & reverse engineered UFOs for decades
Carmi Levy, tech reporter discusses a retired U.S. Air Force intel officer who testified the US has retrieved & reverse engineered UFOs for decades.
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WIFF WEEKEND WATCH LIST (July 28, 2023)
Vincent Georgie shres the WIFF WEEKEND WATCH LIST: Nobody, The End of the Affair, My Own Private Idaho, The Muppets Take Manhatthan & Follow That Bird!
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AM800 FRIDAY ROUNDTABLE with Lorraine Goddard & Kieran McKenzie
Friday’s Roundtable discusses Windsor missing housing target, police & hospital partnership continuing, housing affordability, & Trump’s legal woes expand.
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Dan MacDonald Show (Thursday July 27, 2023)
STORMS, Windsor Star archive transfer to Windsor Public Library, Loblaws profits, AI spread disinfo, $2 billion in weed losses, & World Hepatitis Day.
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Windsor Star gifts archives to Windsor Public Library
Kieran McKenzie and Craig Pearson Windsor Star discuss the Windsor Star transferring ownership of the archives to the Windsor Public Library.
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World Hepatitis Day marked with free testing
Razane Diab (Windsor Essex County Health Unit) and Amy Visser (Windsor Essex Community Health Centre) discuss World Hepatitis Day marked with free testing.
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THURSDAY ROUNDTABLE
The THURSDAY ROUNDTABLE discusses last night’s major storm & severe weather, Windsor Star gifting archives to Windsor, Loblaws profits, & AI spread disinfo.
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Tilray reports $2 billion annual net loss, far worse than 2022’s $575,000 loss, & the stock…rises
Matt Lamers, international editor at MJBiz Daily discusses Leamington’s Tilray cannabis reporting a $2 billion annual net loss & the stock…rising.
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Dan MacDonald Show (July 26, 2023)
COVID inquiry, cabinet shuffle, West-Nile, all-way stops, Higher Ground Music & Arts Festival, Windsor & Anishinabek police exchange, & top marks at HDGH.
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Researchers call on Canada to hold COVID-19 inquiry
Registered Nurses Association of Ontario President Dr. Doris Grinspun discusses researchers calling for a Canadian COVID-19 inquiry following 50,000 deaths.
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Hôtel-Dieu Grace Healthcare Receives Highest Accreditation Designation
Hôtel-Dieu Grace Healthcare (HDGH) CEO & president discusses being accredited with Exemplary Standing, the highest designation with Accreditation Canada.
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Windsor Police complete first officer exchange with Anishinabek Police Service
Windsor Police Chief Bellaire discusses two constables training at Kettle & Stony Point First Nation, & an Anishinabek Police constable training in Windsor.
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CITY BUILDING: Higher Ground Music and Arts Festival
Alex Sellick, CJAM’s program director discusses the Higher Ground Music & Arts Festival & what festivals & the streets they’re on do for communities.
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WEDNESDAY ROUNDTABLE
WEDNESDAY’S ROUNDTABLE discusses if Canada needs a COVID inquiry, a federal cabinet shuffle, West Nile detected locally, & all-way stops.
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Dan MacDonald Show (7/25/23)
All-way stops, a garbage collection pilot, new Windsor Spitfires coach, the world’s worst drivers, working in cannabis, and LGBT foster families needed!
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Shortage of interest prompts Children’s Aid Society to seek diverse families ahead of Windsor Essex Pride Fest
Rebecca Ross, Windsor Essex Children’s Aid Society foster family recruiter discusses recruiting diverse 2SLGBTQ+ families with the foster family shortage.
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Illegal to legal: Abi Roach’s cannabis journey leads to her own brand design, GREAZY
Abi Roach, head of marketing and merch at Mera Cannabis discusses her illegal to legal cannabis journey leading to her own legal brand design, GREAZY.
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The Politics of All-Way Stops
Stephen Kaputsa (former Windsor Transportation planner) & Ward 2 Councillor Fabio Costante discuss city admin wanting stricter approvals for all-way stops.
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TUESDAY ROUNDTABLE
THE TUESDAY ROUNDTABLE discusses all-way stops, moving garbage collection, a new Windsor Spitfires head coach, & the world’s worst drivers are…DETROITERS.
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Dan MacDonald Show (7/24/23)
Housing targets, Barbenheimer, Twitter to X, high-frequency rail delays, oilsands & emissions tech, arts funding, & one of Canada’s most wanted arrested.
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One of Canada’s most wanted fugitives arrested in Michigan
Chris Lewis, CTV News Public Safety Analyst and former OPP Commissioner discusses one of Canada’s most wanted fugitives taken into custody by U.S. Marshals.
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Twitter rebranding to X
Tony Chapman, marketing and branding expert discusses Elon Musk rebranding Twitter to X and whether it’s a good business move.
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Windsor ranks lowest for culture grants, culture operating costs & culture total costs per capita
Artists Kamryn Cusumano & Bilal Nasser discuss Windsor’s worst ranking of 12 Canadian cities for culture (grants, grant management cost, & total cost).
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Oil sands companies failed to deploy emissions-reducing tech. Canadians must hold them accountable
Markham Hislop, Energi.media publisher and CEO, discusses companies not using emissions-reducing tech & why they must be held accountable.
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MONDAY ROUNDTABLE
Monday’s Roundtable discusses Windsor housing targets, Barbenheimer SHATTERS box office, Twitter becomes X, & Toronto-Quebec City high-frequency rail delay.
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Detroit chef Omar Anani crowned King of the North on Food Network’s ‘Chopped: All-American Showdown’
Detroit chef and Saffron de Twah co-owner Omar Anani discusses winning Food Network’s ‘Chopped: All-American Showdown’ KING OF THE NORTH & moving to finals.
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Conservative MP Tony Baldinelli on Paul Bernardo transfer
Conservative MP Tony Baldinelli discusses the Bernardo transfer, his Private Member Bill to prevent these transfers, & why Minister Mendicino should resign.
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Florida schools now must teach that some Black people benefited from slavery
Irene Moore-Davis discusses Florida public schools now teaching that some Black people benefited from slavery because it taught them useful skills.
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CSMC announces modular hospital built with Canadian Space Agency funding
Daniel Sax, CEO Canadian Space Mining Corp. discusses his remote & Indigenous-focused modular hospital that be be sent to the north or THE MOON!
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The Liberals still don’t get it on housing
Max Fawcett, lead columnist at Canada’s National Observer discusses why the Liberals are offside on housing & why they vulnerable to Conservatives.
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Nuclear threat from Russia’s invasion of Ukraine prompts updated Canadian catastrophe plans
Ed Waller, Ontario Tech University professor discusses how Russia’s invasion of Ukraine prompted updated Canadian catastrophe plans.
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Michigan SAG-AFTRA members hold rally at Spirit of Detroit Plaza
Eric Wydra, SAG-AFTRA Michigan President discusses the current SAG-AFTRA strike that overlaps with the WGA strike and a rally being held downtown Detroit.
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Local Dragon Boat recruitment now in effect
Cathy Ouellette-Caughy with Dragon Boat Windsor Essex discusses a new recruitment drive for those who want to participate in Dragon Boat Windsor Essex.
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Councillor Agostino receives neighbourhood support for park monitors at core park
Ward 3 councillor Renaldo Agostino discusses a new program at Ward 3’s Mitchell Park that has 4 supervisors providing programming for youth 7 days a week.
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Essex, Waterloo, Durham and Ottawa face ambulance pressures; province won’t release offload delay data
Bruce Krauter, Chief, Essex-Windsor EMS joins AM800 CKLW’s Jon Liedtke to discuss ambulance pressures in Windsor Essex and how things stand today.
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Border City Data: Visualizing Ontario Water Quality
Doug Sartori (HackForge & Parallel 42 Systems) discusses Border City Data’s event “Visualizing Ontario Water Quality” and why OPEN DATA is useful.
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Former OPP commissioner on Paul Bernardo’s transfer called ‘sound’ by corrections review
Former OPP Commissioner Chris Lewis discusses serial killer Paul Bernardo’s transfer called “sound” by Correctional Service of Canada.
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AM800 CKLW: Dan MacDonald Show MONDAY ROUNDTABLE
The roundtable on recouping doctors’ COVID loans via OHIP deduction, National Tattoo Day, Calgary Stampede horse killed, Canadian teen defaces temple.
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SOOTSOAP’S #1 Firefighter-Approved All-Natural Personal Decontamination Product Line Continues to Expand With Grant Program
SOOTSOAP co-Founder, K. Dee Howard, discusses being one of 10 winning recipients of the Visa Canada She’s Next Grant Program, which supports women-owned small businesses in Canada.
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Money Matters: How to save on groceries to travel amid inflation
Money Matters Personal Finance & Travel Expert Barry Choi talks about Aeroplan benefits and how to save on groceries to travel amid inflation.
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Ontario Liberal leadership candidate Nate Erskine-Smith
Ontario Liberal leadership candidate Nate Erskine-Smith discusses his campaign for Ontario Liberal Party leader and Ontario premier.
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FRIDAY ROUNDTABLE
Fabio Costante & Bobby Russon discuss a Windsor police noise & traffic blitz, an illegal mushroom store that won’t close, alley cleanliness, & Safe Beds.
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Canadian Transportation Agency proposes changes to passenger rights charter
Gabor Lukcas (Air Passenger Rights Canada) discusses proposals to improve complaint processing and target flight disruption loopholes for travellers.
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How will Bank of Canada raising the key interest rate affect Windsor Essex house prices and listings?
Dan Gemus of the Dan Gemus Real Estate Team discusses The Bank of Canada raising the key interest rate to 5% & how it affects local house prices & listings.
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STRONG MAYOR POWERS debate with Councillor Kieran McKenzie & MPP Andrew Dowie
Windsor-Tecumseh MPP Andrew Dowie & Windsor Ward 9 councillor Kieran McKenzie discuss whether STRONG MAYOR POWERS are necessary.
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THURSDAY ROUNDTABLE
Ward 9 councillor Kieran McKenzie & Jeff Denomme discuss a new poutinerie, whether politicians read, increased Windsor parking costs, & backyard chickens.
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MP Kusmierczyk questions why Conservatives won’t comment on EV Battery Plant deals
MP Irek Kusmierczyk questions why Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre & Essex MP Chris Lewis haven’t commented on the NextStar EV battery plant deal.
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MPP Dowie: First year in office & FORD FEST WINDSOR
MPP Andrew Dowie discusses his first year representing Windsor-Tecumseh, being the first Tecumseh PC representative in 93 years, and FORD FEST WINDSOR.
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City Building with Kristin Siapas: Parks, Programming, & Funding
Kristen Siapas discusses her free Jazz in the Park music series, funded by the City of Windsor Arts, Culture and Heritage Fund Grant, & the role of parks.
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WEDNESDAY ROUNDTABLE
Ryan Richardson, Gail Robertson & Mel Lucier on GOAT vs. BEAST, Windsor’s stalled anti-racism initiative, the largest cruise ship, & THREADS vs. Twitter.
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CTV Windsor: Jon Liedtke interviewed about Windsor illegal psilocybin dispensary
FunGuyz mushroom dispensary seeks a pathway to legalization for psilocybin akin to cannabis. Jon Liedtke opines for CTV Windsor.
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Canadian cybersecurity agency and FBI issue advisory over rising ‘Truebot’ cyberattacks
Tech Expert Carmi Levy talks about the Canadian cybersecurity agency and FBI issuing an advisory over rising ‘Truebot’ cyberattacks and what it means for you.
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Türkiye agrees to Sweden’s NATO
Stephen Saidman, Professor at Carlton University explains Türkiye agreeing to Sweden’s NATO membership, what it means, and if Canada is doing enough for NATO.
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TUESDAY ROUNDTABLE
Sherry Bondy & Greg Lemay discuss Pierre Poilievre & Danielle Smith photographed with a STRAIGHT PRIDE shirt, green energy, money worries, & shared roads.
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SHOULD PERMANENT PATIOS BECOMES THE NEW NORMAL?
Ward 3 City Councillor Renaldo Agostino discusses says the benefits far outweigh the risks for permanent patios at businesses throughout Windsor.
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Peaceful Parenting with Sarah Rosensweet
Peaceful Parenting Coach and Expert Sarah Rosensweet joins to answer all of your parenting questions.
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MONDAY ROUNDTABLE with authors and writers Christian LaForet and Vanessa Sheilds
Monday’s roundtable discusses Canada’s military spending, Windsor as Canada’s 7th safest city, banning certain home sales to the rich, & patio permanency.
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MPP Andrew Dowie on Ontario paying one-third of all EV deals
Windsor Tecumseh MPP Andrew Dowie discusses Ontario paying one-third of production subsidies (to $15Billion) for ALL Ontario EV investments, past & present.
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Two First Nations won’t support Ontario nuclear power expansion until waste questions are answered
Reporter Matteo Cimellaro (The NATIONAL OBSERVER) discusses two First Nations not supporting Ontario nuclear expansion until waste questions are answered.
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West-end homeless encampment removed & what’s needed to help those in need
Windsor Ward 2 councillor Fabio Costante discusses a homeless encampment clearing & how to reduce homelessness & Windsor’s affordable housing waitlist.
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Additional Windsor police downtown could negatively impact marginalized communities
Leslie McCurdy, chair Black Council of Windsor Essex discusses why a downtown Windsor police campaign could negative impact marginalized communities.
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Windsor jobless rate drops while national economy adds jobs & jobless rate increase
JUSTIN FALCONER, CEO of Workforce Windsor Essex, joins to discuss Windsor’s jobless rate dropping to 5.8% from 6.5%.
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APMA VOLPE on Ontario paying one-third of all EV deals & TEAM CANADA approach
Flavio Volpe, president APMA Canada discusses Ontario paying one-third production subsidies up to $15-billion for ALL EV investments, past & present.
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MORE SUPPORT NEEDED TO HELP YOUTH IN THE DIGITAL AGE
A new MediaSmarts report calls for more support and resources for parents, teachers and caring adults to help youth meet digital chalenges.
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GOOGLE TO REMOVE NEWS LINKS IN CANADA OVER ONLINE NEWS LAW
Tara Deschamps, Canadian Press Reporter explains what this means when you go to find Canadian news on Google going forward with Google removing NEWS from search.
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FRIDAY ROUNDTABLE
FRIDAY ROUNDTABLE WITH Friday Roundtable with Ward 2 Councillor Fabio Costane, Ryan T. Richardson and Don Merrifield Jr.
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WINDSOR’S FIRST GSA ORGANIZER DISCUSSES FIGHTING FOR STUDENT RIGHTS
Joey Wright discusses fighting for student 2SLGBTQI+ rights when he started the region’s first Gay Straight Alliance and needed support for students.
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PREMIER FORD EXTENDS STRONG MAYOR LEGISLATION TO WINDSOR
Windsor Ward 2 City Councillor Fabio Costante shares his thoughts on the Strong Mayor Legislation coming to Windsor.
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Sarah Booth submitted for EMMY consideration
AM800 CKLW’s LIVE AND LOCAL guest host Jon Liedtke is joined by Sarah Booth, a local actess, to talk about her being submitted for EMMY consideration for her role in the hit Amazon show “Three Pines”.
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JEHOVAH’S WITNESSES RETURN TO WFCU CENTRE
David Spalding, local spokesperson for Jehovah’s Witnesses Canada discusses their upcoming weekend convention at the WFCU Centre.
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AM800 CKLW: WIFF SUMMER PROGRAMMING & WEEKEND FLICK PICKS
WIFF Executive Director and Chief Programmer Vincent Georgie joins to discuss WIFF’s SUMMER PROGRAMMING and shares his WIFF WEEKEND WATCHLIST.
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AM800 CKLW: MONDAY ROUNDTABLE
Dan MacDonald, Megan Ball Rigden, & Jon Liedtke discuss PRIDE, Windsor public school students skipping PRIDE FLAG raising, & LGBT issues at home & beyond.
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FRIDAY ROUNDTABLE
Vanessa Shields & Christian Laforet discuss Ontario covering 1/3 of Stellantis deal, Pedal & Pour 12-person cycle, 2023 Detroit Grand Prix & CODE BLACKS.
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City of Windsor boat trips to Peche Island return
Ward 7 Councillor Angelo Marignani joins to discuss the resumption of City of Windsor boat service to Peche Island.
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Ontario Medical Association releases Progress Report on health care
Ontario Medical Assoc. president Dr. Andrew Park discusses Ontario’s primary care crisis & doctors’ pledge to work with government for better patient care.
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First authorization for MDMA approved for Canadian patient
Nick Kadysh, CEO of PharmAla discusses the first authorized MDMA treatment of a patient outside of a clinical trial in Canadian history.
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Canada close to finalizing Stellantis deal…again
Greg Layson, Auto News Canada discusses Canada & Ontario’s governments reportedly finalizing the NextStar EV Battery Plant after construction was paused.
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Ontario under HIGH to EXTREME wildfire risk
Mike Coste, Chief Fire Prevention Officer at Windsor Fire and Rescue Services discusses 3 provinces under wildfire risks & what to know about wildfires.
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Neo-nazis in Southwest Ontario
Grant LaFleche of The Hamilton Spectator discusses a Hamilton neo-nazi group claiming to be part of the ‘fastest growing nationalist community in Canada’.
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Downtown cleanup with Councillor Renaldo Agostino
Ward 3 city councillor Renaldo Agostino is asking residents and business owners to roll up their sleeves and help him clean up alleys downtown…literally.
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Target removes some 2SLGBTQ+ products
Wendi Nicholson, Windsor Essex Pride Fest president, discusses Target removing some 2SLGBTQ+ products merchandise before Pride Month after threats.
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Canada Cannabis Strategy Roundtable not formed after 1 year
Matt Lamers, International Editor at MJBizDaily discusses Canada’s Cannabis Roundtable not being formed one year after being announced.
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Tina Turner passes away at 83
Eric Alper, music commentator & publicist discusses Tina Turner passing away at 83 years old, her impact on music & her legacy as a singer and songwriter.
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Period Poverty: Choosing between menstrual products or meals
Alana Livesey from Plan International Canada discusses how twenty-five percent of Canadian women have chosen between menstrual products and meals.
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Do students need school breakfast programs?
Lorraine Goddard, CEO United Way / Centraide Windsor Essex discusses a push for the Ontario government to provide Ontario students a free breakfast.
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Free training for autoworkers post-EV Plant construction pause
Flavio Volpe, APMA Canada president, discusses managing a provincially funded paid job placement program to find full-time auto jobs for 360 people.
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AM800 CKLW: Senator Patrick Brazeau wants warning labels on alcohol
Senator Patrick Brazeau has battled with alcoholism & is three years sober and he wants warning labels on alcohol due to the risk of various cancers.
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Spirits Canada questions why foreign wine & beer corporations have greater market access than Ontario distillers’ spirits
Jan Westcott of Spirits Canada questions why consumers have greater access to beer and wine made in foreign countries over Ontario distillers’ spirits.
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AM800 CKLW: TRUSTED-TRAVELLER PROGRAM REVAMP TO SPEED UP AIRPORT LINES
Marty Firestone (Travel Secure) discusses Canada revamping the trusted-traveler program to speed up travel before the summer travel season.
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AM800 CKLW: Ontario announces new energy storage & gas-fired generation
Justin Rangooni (Energy Storage Canada) discusses Ontario electric demand growth & fossil fuel-reliant industries shifting to electricity.
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AM800 CKLW: ONTARIO ENGINEERS REMOVE CANADIAN WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT FOR IMMIGRANTS
MPP Andrew Dowie discusses legislative changes allowing immigrant engineers coming to Ontario to work and his time as an engineer before entering politics.
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AM800 CKLW: FRIDAY ROUNDTABLE
Kristen Siapas and Vanessa Shields discuss Peel Region divorce, councillor Francis’ marina dreams, Windsor police officer convoy donation, & Cineplex fees.
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AM800 CKLW: SAFEPOINT CTS UPDATE
Ward 2 Windsor Councillor Fabio Costante provided an update about SafePoint CTS & how the facility is able to help clients access social services.
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AM800 CKLW: WIFF SUMMER PROGRAMMING & WEEKEND FLICK PICKS
WIFF Executive Director and Chief Programmer Vincent Georgie joins to discuss WIFF’s SUMMER PROGRAMMING and shares his WIFF WEEKEND WATCHLIST.
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AM800 CKLW: WESTJET STRIKE? What to know
Marty Firestone, TravelSecure president, talks about to know if you’re offered compensation for flights booked during possible WestJet strike.
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AM800 CKLW: Will WINDSOR EXPRESS be in new BASKETBALL SUPER LEAGUE?
Basketball Super League President David Magley wherever Windsor Express plays their games, Windsor deserves a team in the new league.
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AM800 CKLW: FACIAL RECOGNITION AT AIRPORTS
John Gradek, Aviation Management with McGill University explains the pros and cons of facial recognition being used in Airports across Canada.
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AM800 CKLW: THURSDAY ROUNDTABLE
Megan Ball Rigden and Jeff Denomme discuss Stellantis developments, LGBTQ hate and violence getting lawmakers notice, and an Ontario Auditor General report showing concern about local water and air quality.
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AM800 CKLW: CITY BUILDING: CYCLING INFRASTRUCTURE IN WINDSOR
Windsor City Councillor Kieran McKenzie talks about what the city needs to do to improve the Cycling Infrastructure in Windsor
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AM800 CKLW: SHOULD ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE BE REGULATED IN CANADA?
Carmi Levy, tech expert joins to discuss ChatGPT’s chief saying AI should be regulated and whether it should be regulated globally.
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AM800 CKLW: WEDNESDAY ROUNDTABLE
AM800’s Wednesday Roundtable with Gail Robertson and Mel Lucier discusses vehicle ownership length, facial recognition, ChatGPT, AI, & The Windsor Express.
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AM800 CKLW: MONDAY ROUNDTABLE
Monday’s roundtable discusses public smoking bans, politicians past statements & current perceptions, & vegans requesting less meat smells.
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AM800 CKLW: Heatseeker Hot Sauce Festival
Heatseeker Hot Sauce Festival organizers Jeff & Christie Denomme, & Ryan Eyres discuss Windsor’s hottest & newest festival; & Jeff eats hot peppers on air!
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AM800 CKLW: STOLEN VEHICLES INCREASING IN WINDSOR-ESSEX
CTV Public Safety Analyst & former OPP Commissioner Chris Lewis explains how to protect your car from theft, whether in a parking lot or your own driveway.
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AM800 CKLW: TICK AWARENESS WEEK
Michael Heimbach from Abell Pest Control talks about how to avoid your not-so-friendly neighbourhood tick (and Lyme Disease) this Tick Awareness Week.
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AM800 CKLW: THURSDAY ROUNDTABLE
Would you pay monthly for heated seats? How important is inclusionary language in school? Is the new passport WOKE? Should CNN have given Trump a townhall?
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AM800 CKLW: MONDAY ROUNDTABLE
AM800 CKLW Roundtable: Is Windsor one of the unhappiest cities in Canada? Would you tip at the Apple Store? Do you interject when you see poor animal treatment?
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Local saxophonist Ted Hogan to perform at Buskers on the Block
Local saxophonist Ted Hogan joins me on AM800 CKLW to discuss performing at the new DWBIA event, Buskers on the Block, and performs live on air.
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TUESDAY ROUNDTABLE
Universal mental healthcare, PM Trudeau vs. Poilievre, Canadians not welcome at the Panthers’ playoff games, & selfies…it’s the Tuesday Roundtable!
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AM800 CKLW: Ward 2 Fabio Costante responds to landlord complaints about rental bylaw licensing pilot
Windsor passed a residential rental bylaw licensing pilot for wards 1 & 2, and Ward 2 councillor Fabio Costante responds to landlord complaints.
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AM800 CKLW: APMA’s Flavio Volpe questions if Poilievre will kill EV industry funding
APMA President Flavio Volpe questions whether Pierre Poilievre will pull St. Thomas Volkswagen funding if he becomes Prime Minister of Canada.
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AM800 CKLW: Is Canada’s infrastructure prepared for the EV boom?
University of Concordia postdoctoral fellow (Electrical and Computer Engineering) Claude El-Bayeh joins to discuss today’s EV infrastructure & the future.
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AM800 CKLW: 9 TO 5 the Musical
Director Joe Cardinal talks about the upcoming production of 9 to 5 the musical.
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MONDAY ROUNDTABLE
The Roundtable discusses Windsor’s residential rental licensing bylaw pilot, the Point Pelee Tip Tower still closed, & most Canadians oppose recognizing King Charles as head of state
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STRATCANN: Crossborder cannabis: Detroit to Windsor
Windsor has historically been known as Sin City due to rum running, strip clubs, & other more socially permissive entertainment in Canada than the US, so it was no surprise that when cannabis was legalized, entrepreneurs saw a budding opportunity.
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TUESDAY ROUNDTABLE
The Roundtable discusses the AM800 News Poll, “digital spring cleaning”, work ethic differences amongst different generations and drug decriminalization.
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Project Arrow goes south for its first on-road test
Flavio Volpe, APMA president discusses Project Arrow’s first on-road test of the Canadian made vehicle showcasing what the Canadian auto-industry can supply.
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New study highlights ongoing gaps in Canadian medical cannabis access
David Brown, editor of Stratcann joins to discuss a new study highlighting ongoing gaps in Canadian medical cannabis access.
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MICHIGAN RIGHT TO WORK REPEAL
David Cassidy, President of UNIFOR444 joins to discuss Michigan repealing right-to-work legislation & what it means for the Canadian labour movement.
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Canadian Farmer Shortage
Canada facing farmer shortage over the next decade and 66% of producers don’t have succession plans.
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One in Three Canadians in Terrible Financial State
One in Three Canadians in Terrible Financial State and I interview Andrea Orr, Local Licensed Insolvency Trustee.
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TUESDAY ROUNDTABLE
The Roundtable discusses Windsor’s tax hike and new projects that could potentially transform the downtown core, and more!
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AM800 CKLW Tuesday Roundtable: Grocery rebates, Sunshine List revamp, paid social media, & gun violence & rights
Will a new ‘grocery rebate’ help low income Canadians? Does the Sunshine List need a revamp? Would you pay for Twitter? Are we desensitized to US gun crime?
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AM800 CKLW: Tuesday Roundtable
A possible Trump arrest, local graffiti artist who damaged small businesses gets recognition, Forest Glade safety, reckless driving & more!
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AM800 CKLW: Jon Liedtke interviews Kenny vs. Spenny about their 20th anniversary tour
Jon Liedtke is joined by Kenny Hotz and Spencer Rice to talk about the 20th anniversary of the Canadian cult classic Kenny vs. Spenny, their North American tour, & have some laughs along the way.
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AM800 CKLW: WINDSOR-ESSEX MOST FLOOD-PRONE REGION WITH HIGHEST HOME INSURANCE PREMIUMS
Windsor-Essex most flood-prone region with highest home insurance premiums, but homeowners may still have to pay for flood repairs.
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AM800 CKLW: WIFF WEEKEND FLICK PICKS
Vincent Georgie’s WIFF FLICK PICKS include In the Name of the Father, Once, The Boondock Saints, & Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom.
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AM800 CKLW: The CURE tried to save fans money. Ticketmaster thought differently.
The CURE charged $20 per ticket & Ticketmaster charged $20+ in fees. Publicist & Music Commentator Eric Alper says Ticketmaster isn’t solely to blame.
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AM800 CKLW: Friday Roundtable
Bobby Russon & Kim Willis discuss Windsor’s nosiest areas, Ticketmaster’s CURE-fee controversy, & Windsor launches early child educator recruitment drive.
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AM800 CKLW: MONEY MATTERS: BMO to buy AIR MILES
Barry Choi, Money Matters Personal Finance & Travel Expert explains BMO buying Air Miles means for you and what to look for in a loyalty program.
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AM800 CKLW: Thursday Roundtable
Joe McParland and Kristin Siapas join the roundtable to discuss Windsor’s Rental Licensing Pilot, police bodycams in Alberta, & Windsor Salt’s strike.
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AM800 CKLW: Volkswagen picks St. Thomas for 1st North American EV Battery Plant
Flavio Volpe, president Automotive Parts Manufacturers’ Association discusses Volkswagen picking St. Thomas for its first North American EV Battery Plant.
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AM800 CKLW: The Race to Fix the Bail System
UWindsor Law Professor Danardo Jones discusses what’s wrong with bail in Canada, how to get it right, & anti-black racism at a parliamentary committee.
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AM800 CKLW: CITY BUILDING: Improving Arts Funding
Windsor Artists Exchange members Elliott Hale & Austin Di Pietro discuss arts funding, artist collaboration, and how it contributes to good city building.
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AM800 CKLW: Wednesday Roundtable
The Roundtable discusses South Carolina Republicans seeking death penalty for abortion, calls for homelessness housing, & harassment of women curlers.
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AM800 CKLW: CANADIAN TIRE LAUNCHES PAID TRIANGLE REWARDS SUBSCRIPTION
Tony Chapman, host of Chatter that Matters discusses Canadian Tire’s new paid TRIANGLE REWARDS subscription program.
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AM800 CKLW: IN SESSION WITH RELATIONSHIP EXPERT MARIA DERUBEIS
IN SESSION WITH RELATIONSHIP EXPERT MARIA DERUBEIS
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AM800 CKLW: Tuesday Roundtable with Lisa Valente, Melinda Munro, & Adriano Ciotoli
An expected 5% tax hike, Mayor Dilkens’ 2022 travel expenses, Windsor bans TikTok on city devices & Avril Lavigne kicks Greenbelt protestor off JUNO stage.
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AM800 CKLW: Four Flair Airlines planes seized causing March Break flight cancellations
Four Flair Airlines planes seized causing March Break flight cancellations and what travelers need to know about the benefits, and risks, of budget travel.
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AM800 CKLW: Parenting Advice with Peaceful Parenting Coach Sarah Rosensweet
Peaceful Parenting Coach Sarah Rosensweet joins the Dan MacDonald Show to answer call-in questions about parenting.
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AM800 CKLW: Dan MacDonald ROUNDTABLE with Lori Baldassi, Ryan T. Richardson, & Dan Gemus
The Dan MacDonald Show Roundtable discusses Silver City vandalism & theft, Meta maybe blocking news access, & Adventure Bay’s March Break “hours”.
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AM800 CKLW: Sunday Storytime Club at River Book Shop
River Bookshop owner Richard Peddie joins to discuss Sunday Storytime Club.
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AM800 CKLW: History of Windsor women in professional wrestling
Jamie Greer, author of History of Professional Wrestling in Windsor Ontario joins to discuss the history of Windsor women in professional wrestling.
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AM800 CKLW: WindsorEats’ 2023 St. Patrick’s Day Guide
WindsorEats co-owner Adriano Ciotoli joins to discuss St. Patrick’s Day in Windsor for 2023.
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AM800 CKLW: How climate change can affect supply chains
CSIS reports that climate change will melt the Northwest Passage allowing for more easy navigation which will impact national supply chains.
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AM800 CKLW: March Break Winter Storm
Marty Firestone of Travel Secure joins to discuss what to know if you’re travelling on Friday during the storm.
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AM800 CKLW: Small Business Entrepreneurship Centre Highlights Local Women Entrepreneurs
The Windsor Essex Small Business and Entrepreneurship Centre highlights local women entrepreneurs on International Women’s Day.
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AM800 CKLW: Craft Brewers Respond to Record Tax Increase & Women in Brewing
Christine Comeau, executive director of the Canadian Craft Brewers Association, joins to discuss a record tax increase on beer & Women in Brewing.
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AM800 CKLW: Residential Builders say there are Plenty of Opportunities for Women in Construction
Residential builders say there are many opportunities for Women in construction and Richard Lyall, president of RESCON joins to discuss.
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AM800 CKLW: Downtown Mission Town Hall
Jessica Amlin lives across from DT Mission, attended the town hall last night, and she shares her experiences of what it’s like to live in the area.
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AM800 CKLW: MPP Gretzky clapped over in QP on International Women’s Day
Windsor-West MPP Lisa Gretzky was clapped over by PCs in Queen’s Park on International Women’s Day and she joins to discuss.
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AM800 CKLW: WIFF Presents Love in the Time of Fentanyl
The Windsor International Film Festival is screening Love in the Time of Fentanyl and hosting a Q&A with a frontline outreach worker from Vancouver B.C.
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AM800 CKLW: Record numbers of young families are leaving Ontario because they can’t afford living here
Mike Moffatt, Senior director at Smart Prosperity Institute discusses record numbers of young families leaving Ontario because they can’t afford living here.
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AM800 CKLW: Revitalizing Downtown Roundtable
Dan MacDonald, Greg Lemay and Jon Liedtke discuss Revitalizing downtown, The Downtown Mission, & downtown problems.
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AM800 CKLW: Poilievre won’t sanction MPs who dined with far-right German politician & constituent wants an MP synagogue visit
Poilievre won’t sanction MPs who dined with far-right German politician & constituent wants an MP synagogue visit to help mend fences.
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AM800 CKLW: Opioid Alert Issued After 11 ER overdose visits
Windsor-Essex County Health Unit flagging 11 opioid overdose ER visits last week, & councillor and health unit board member Renaldo Agostino discusses.
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AM800 CKLW: Former Ward 3 councillor Rino Bortolin on Windsor’s BIA takeover
City council voted to take over all nine BIAs & refused to seat their elected members for 60 days and former ward 3 councillor Rino Bortolin discusses.
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AM800 CKLW: Armando’s Amherstburg’s Pizza March Madness
Armando’s Amherstburg is going head-to-head against itself and pitting special pies against one another & owner Dean Litster joins to discuss.
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AM800 CKLW: Author Stephen Marche, On Writing and Failure!
Stephen Marche, the author of On Writing and Failure! joins to discuss his book and its launch at Biblioasis in Windsor Ontario.
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AM800 CKLW: Galen Weston goes to Ottawa
Sylvain Charlebois, Agri-Food Analytics Lab Dalhousie University, discusses Canadian grocers CEO appearing before the federal committee on agriculture.
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AM800 CKLW: Corrupt system leads to leaks & spills at Fort McMurray oil sands plant
Will Imperial Oil’s Kearl oilsands 2022 industrial wastewater leak be the sector’s last straw? Energi Media’s publisher Markham Hislop joins to discuss.
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AM800 CKLW: WINDSOR ESSEX CHAMBER OF COMMERCE GOES TO QUEENS PARK LOBBY DAY
Rakesh Naidu, president and CEO Windsor Essex Chamber of Commerce discusses going to Queen’s Park to lobby with other chambers for issues.
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AM800 CKLW: 2022 BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU SCAM TRACKER RISK REPORT
Jennifer Matthews, CEO, Better Business Bureau serving Western Ontario joins to discuss the 2022 Better Business Bureau’s Scam Tracker Risk Report.
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AM800 CKLW: Poilievre rallies raise question of “freedom” of speech
A Toronto lawyer & citizen reporter who was banned from a Pierre Poilievre rally has been allowed back and we ask Caryma Sa’d why she was initially banned.
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AM800 CKLW: Fabio Costante on Windsor’s 6,500 long affordable housing waitlist & how to eliminate it
Ward 2 councillor & community housing corp chair Fabio Costante discusses Windsor’s 6500 long afford housing waitlist & what it takes to clear it.
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Ward 2 Fabio Costante on council reaffirming CTS location
Ward 2 city councillor Fabio Costante opinies on council reaffirming the SafePoint CTS location.
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AM800 CKLW: Fabio Costante on city council reaffirming SafePoint CTS support
Ward 2 city councillor & health unit chair Fabio Costante joins to discuss council reaffirming SafePoint CTS support, ensuring it opens without delay or interruptions.
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AM800 CKLW: Detroit’s first Black-owned grocery store in nearly a decade set to open Summer 2023
The Neighborhood Grocery owner Raphael Wright discusses opening the first Black-owned grocery store in Detroit in nearly a decade.
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AM800 CKLW: Mining on the moon is no longer a looney idea, & Canada can capitalize
Daniel Sax, CEO Canadian Space Mining Corp, discusses space mining, Canada’s first mover advantage, & why we should treat it with ambition, not incredulity.
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AM800 CKLW: CTV W5’s THUNDERBAY 4-part documentary about Thunderbay Police and First Nations
Anishinaabe journalist Ryan McMahon discusses his documentary “THUNDERBAY” about the Police, area’s history of racism, & institutional failings.
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1-year anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine
Laura Osman, a CP reporter in Ukraine discusses Russia’s invasion of Ukraine that has killed thousands of civilians and millions more displaced.
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AM800 CKLW: ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF RUSSIAN INVASION OF UKRAINE
Laura Osman, Canadian Press reporter joins to discuss the One-year solemn anniversary of Russian invasion of Ukraine.
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ROSE CITY POLITICS: MP Kusmierczyk says Mayor’s flooding funding claims unfounded & feds funded region at unprecedented national levels
MP Kusmierczyk says Mayor Dilkens’ flooding funding claims unfounded and the federal government has funded the region at unprecedented national levels.
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What does your compassionate Windsor look like?
Are Windsor’s only options to deal with vandalism & homelessness either tough on crime or path of atonement. What does your compassionate Windsor look like?
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CAPE lobby day
Robb Barnes, Climate Program Director at the Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment (CAPE), discusses CAPE’s most recent lobby day.
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Ward 2 Fabio Costante named new chair of community housing corp
Fabio Constante, Ward 2 Councillor and Windsor-Essex County Health Unit chair discusses his new role as Chair at the Windsor Essex Community Housing corp.
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Markham Hislop on the JUST TRANSITION, the oil and gas industry, and the oil sands in 2023
Markham Hislop, publisher & journalist at Energi Media joins Jon Liedtke to discuss the JUST TRANSITION, the oil & gas industry, & the oil sands in 2023.
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AM800 CKLW: PM Trudeau, NO federal money to Alberta for carbon capture until changes, says journalist
Markham Hislop, CEO of Energi Media talks about Oil Sands, Just Transition, & why PM Trudeau shouldn’t fund Alberta carbon capture until changes are made.
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AM800 CKLW: Housing affordability with councillor & WECHC chair Fabio Costante
Fabio Costante’s new role as chair of the Windsor Essex Community Housing Corp (WECHC) and we discuss affordable housing in Windsor.
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AM800 CKLW: CAPE LOBBY DAY
The Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment (CAPE) held another in a series of LOBBY DAYS to advocate for their priorities in government and I interviewed Robb Barnes, CAPE’s Climate Program Director.
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AM800 CKLW: Detroit’s Atwater Brewery released an AI created IPA
Atwater Brewery in Detroit asked an AI to create an IPA and I interview Katy McBrady, president Atwater Brewery.
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AM800 CKLW: The JOY OF Cannabis
Jon Liedtke interviews the co-authors of The Joy of Cannabis, Melanie Abrams and Larry Smith.
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LIVE & LOCAL: Feb. 18, 2023
Atwater Brewery’s latest beer created by AI, CAPE’s lobby day, The Joy of Cannabis book, Fabio Costante chairs community housing corp., Just Transition, & Get Gardening.
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Rose City Politics: MPP Andrew Dowie helps alleviate SafePoint CTS ‘delay’ concerns
MPP Andrew Dowie’s office says they’re not aware of any “concerns or delays” regarding the CTS application provincially.
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Dilkens accuses health unit of CTS bait-&-switch, & attacks colleagues in process
Mayor Drew Dilkens is accusing the health unit of bait-and-switch and in doing so is attacking his council colleagues. Let’s get real about the facts.
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Rose City Politics: It Looks an Awful Lot Like Hypocrisy
Doug dives into local employment data and we talk what it means, Windsor Police are back at council meetings, & Mayor Dilkens accuses WECHU of Bait and Switch in CTS compromise.
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WINDSOR EXPRESS hosting student trades expo
Dartis Willis, owner of The Windsor Express joins AM800 CKLW’s Lisa Williams and Jon Liedtke to discuss Windsor Express hosting a student trades expo.
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CTV NEWS’ Siobhan Morris on potential healthcare deal and donor controversies for Premier Ford
Siobhan Morris, CTV Queens Park Reporter joins Lisa Williams & Jon Liedtke to discuss Premier Ford & Prime Minister Justin Trudeau healthcare deal meeting.
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The Morning Drive: Feb. 10, 2023
Premier Ford optimistic for health deal & invited developers to daughter’s stag-&-doe & suggested donation, Windsor Express hosts trades expo, & more!
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TikTok fame brings local artist new opportunities
AM800 CKLW’s Lisa Williams and Jon Liedtke are joined on The Morning Drive by Madi Young to talk about her viral TikTok video and her future as an artist.
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Canada needs discount grocers
Sylvain Charlebois, The Food Professor, discusses the need for cheaper and more affordable grocery stores in Canada.
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Windsor police officer defends his decision to donate to so-called Freedom Convoy
CTV Windsor’s Michelle Maluske discusses Windsor Police officer Constable Brisco’s hearing for his Freedom Convoy donation.
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The Morning Drive: Feb. 9, 2023
A Windsor police officer defends his $50 convoy donation, Canada needs real discount grocery stores, & an Amherstburg artist sees benefits from Tiktok.
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Rose City Politics: White People Shit
The panel discusses Windsor’s agency, board & committee appointments & public, media & political response, & “Carry on Kiemia” & “For Your Consideration”.
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USA State of the Union recap
Jon Decker, NBC News Radio White House Correspondent breaks down and recaps the 2023 State of Union delivered by President Joe Biden.
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Healthcare funding opinions by Ontario’s premiers
Marieke Walsh, senior political reporter with The Globe and Mail discusses healthcare funding and how the premiers felt about it.
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Celebration planned for Capitol Theatre’s 100th anniversary
Sheila Wisdom, Executive Director Windsor Symphony Orchestra discusses the 100th anniversary celebration of the Capitol Theatre.
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Five key dates to know as tax season approaches
Michelle Zadikian, Senior Reporter with Yahoo Finance Canada shares important dates to keep in mind as tax season approaches.
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The Morning Drive: Feb. 8, 2023
2023 USA State of the Union, Canada healthcare funding, The Capitol Theatre’s 100th Anniversary, & 5 dates to know for tax season.
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The Next Chapter with Chris Holt
I sat down with former city councillor & mayoral candidate Chris Holt three months after the election to discuss his campaign, Windsor, & what comes next.
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Chinese Spy Balloon
Phil Gurski, President & CEO of Borealis Threat & Risk Consulting discusses the U.S. downing a suspected Chinese Spy Balloon.
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2023 Grammys talk with Eric Alper, music commentator and publicist,
Eric Alper, music commentator and publicist, joins AM800 CKLW’s Lisa Williams and Jon Liedtke to discuss the 2023 Grammy awards.
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AM800 CKLW: Jon Liedtke interviews Tom Mulcair about the PM & premiers healthcare meeting
Tom Mulcair, CTV political analyst and former NDP leader, joins to speak about Prime Minister Trudeau and Canada’s premiers upcoming meeting on healthcare.
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THE NEFIDOVS/ ROYE TROUT/ RELIEVER LIVE AT THE CHELSEA UNDERGROUND
Feb. 10 2023 at The Chelsea Underground – The Nefidovs, Roye Trout & Reliever $10 and all funds go to the Downtown Mission. Bring your dancing shoes.
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The Morning Drive – Feb. 6, 2023
Chinese Spy Balloon, Canada’s premiers meeting with Prime Minister Trudeau about healthcare, the Grammys, Do you go to work sick? & NETFLIX changes password policy.
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Ontario farmer opposes dumping thousands of litres amid inflation & supply management
Sylvain Charlebois, The Food Professor, discusses the absurdities of an Ontario farmer dumping thousands of litres amid inflation & supply management.
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Canada summons Ambassador over suspected Chinese Spy Balloon
Stephanie Carvin, Carleton University associate professor & former NATSEC analyst discusses summoning the Chinese Ambassador due to the Chinese Spy Balloon.
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Buried Evidence on CTV’s W5 Genevieve Beauchemin
CTV W5’s Genevieve Beauchemin discusses going into a Quebec prison to speak to Daniel Jolivet about decades old evidence he & his lawyer fought to uncover.
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THE SHIFT: Feb. 3, 2023
Gun bill amendments shot down, Loblaws weird PR, a guy who got thousands of Canucks free Tims, Chinese Spy Balloon, SPILT MILK, DWBIA lights up, CTS compromise & CTV W5
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Federal Liberals pull controversial gun bill amendments
Stephanie Levitz (Toronto Star, Ottawa Bureau) discusses the federal pulling gun bill amendments, including a new definition of assault-style weapons.
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Tim Hortons has been tracking customers’ locations
James McLeod, former journalist, discusses Tim Hortons tracking customers’ locations through the Tims app & how everyone affected got a free coffee & donut.
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THE SHIFT: FEB. 2 2023
Ontario healthcare changes, a new burger charity initiative, the rise of AI, Packzi & Horseradish vodka, Canada gay sperm donation restrictions, World Hijab Day & Islamophobia & Black History Month with the WSO.
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Ontario announces new healthcare plans
Ontario Minister of Health Parliamentary Assistant MPP Robin Martin joins AM800 CKLW’s Jon Liedtke on The Shift to discuss Ontario healthcare changes.
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Registered Nurses’ Association Ontario reacts to Ontario health changes
Dr. Doris Grinspun, CEO Registered Nurses’ Association of Ontario discusses her thoughts on health changes by the Ontario government.
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The Rise of AI
Doug Sartori, principal consultant of Parallel 42, joins AM800 CKLW’s Jon Liedtke on The Shift to discuss the rise of AI.
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Canada’s gay sperm restrictions challenged
Wendi Nicholson (President Windsor-Essex Pride Fest) discusses a gay man challenging the constitutionality of restricting gay & bisexual sperm donations.
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World Hijab Day, anti-Islam legislation, and Islamophobia
Sarah Mushtaq writes about race, gender discusses World Hijab Day, anti-Islam legislation, and Islamophobia more broadly in society.
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Rose City Politics: Turbo and the Baconator
The panel reviews the fallout from Councillor Agostino’s CTS motion, a possible anti-panhandling bylaw, and Transit Windsor buses running at capacity.
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Rose City Politics: Live from Maiden Lane: Mostly Gristle
The panel talk about panhandling bylaw proposal, Consumption & Treatment Site rescind motion, & Windsor Police Services Board of Directors composition.
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Jewish thoughts on International Holocaust Remembrance Day
Jewish thoughts on Holocaust Remembrance Day: I won’t know the family I lost. This will never change. They aren’t even dust in the wind; dust can be seen.
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The Politics of Consumption (sites)
Last year Windsor City Council approved the location and kicked the implementation process into high gear for a Safe Consumption Site. Today a newly elected city councillor is seeking to undo that progress and restart the process.
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Hamilton gets a “Bus Barn”? Why not “Garage Mahal”?
Hamilton issues bids for a $300mil transit “Bus Barn” garage that Mayor Dilkens calls a “Garage Mahal” for Windsor. Transit Windsor needs it; so what gives?
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Rose City Politics: Jon Liedtke asks Premier Ford if health changes are enough (VIDEO)
Premier Ford said he spoke to a hospital executive who said Ontario’s healthcare system is only comparable to North Korea and Cuba, so I asked him whether his plans to expand access to private clinics will go far enough…
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Rose City Politics: Powered by Millennial Rage
Doug, Don, Jon, Melinda & Kiemia talk about the Windsor’s digital modernization consultation, the Capital Power gas plant issue, and a school naming policy report for the public school board.
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RCP in BIZ X: State of the City: 2022 Retrospective
For January 2022, three of the panelists take a look backwards, rather than forward, to provide a retrospective on 2022 before moving ahead to what 2023 will bring.
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Downtown: Positivity, platitudes, & panes (of glass)
In Windsor there are two groups fighting to make a better city and community for us to live in: those who want to confront reality and those who want to hide from it.
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Rose City Politics: The Marvelous Ms. Munro
New regular panelist Melinda Munro joins Kiemia, Jon, Don, and Doug this week. Kiemia walks us through the upcoming Council agenda and the panel discusses the process, substance and politics of the 2023 City Budget based on initial reports. Add a couple of For Your Consideration items and you’ve got a show.
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Dan MacDonald Show: JAN 10, 2023
Boris Bytensky on Canadian bail rules; Steve Bell on Windsor Spitfires acquiring Shane Wright; Doug Sartori on Kindergarteners coding fundamentals; Maria Derubeis, Relationship Advice.
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Are Canada’s bail rules tough enough?
Boris Bytensky, Criminal Defence Lawyer joins AM800 CKLW’s Jon Liedtke on the Dan MacDonald Show to discuss whether Canada’s bail rules are tough enough.
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Windsor Spitfires acquire Shane Wright – Will it put them over the top?
Steve Bell, Play-by-Play announcer for the Windsor Spitfires discusses the Windsor Spitfires acquiring Shane Wright and what it means for the team.
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2022 USA Speaker of the House Vote
Everyone here is a Republican. There was almost a fist fight in the US House of Representatives in 2022. The first priority of this party was to remove the magnetometers that were installed after the insurrection to detect guns. Good luck, USA
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Rose City Politics: Reeve of the Wasteland
Rose City Politics discuss the auto industry and Windsor’s economy, Project Arrow, Invest Windsor-Essex’s agenda for 2023 and a scuffle between APMA and the Mayor’s office over the 2022 Ambassador Bridge blockade.
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Selected Work
Selected works of Jon Liedtke
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LIVE & LOCAL: Dec. 31 2022
2022 YEAR IN REVIEW of Ontario politics with Megan Ball Rigden & Get Gardening with Prof. Jay Terryberry.
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2022 in Review: QAnon in Canada
Dr. Christine Sarteschi, Associate Professor of Social Work and Criminology at Chatham University discusses QAnon’s spread in Canada during 2022.
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2022 in Review with Megan Ball
Accidental Activist Megan Ball joins AM800 CKLW’s Jon Liedtke on LIVE AND LOCAL to review the top municipal & political stories of 2022 & 2023 predictions.
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THE SHIFT: DEC 30 2022
CPC leader Pierre Poilievre on Canada bail reform; 2022 in Review: (Dr. Sarteschi & Canada & QAnon), (Flavio Volpe & AMPA) & (MPP Dowie & Windsor-Tecumseh).
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AM800 CKLW: Jon Liedtke interviews Pierre Poilievre on bail reform following OPP killing
Pierre Poilievre, Leader of his Majesty’s Loyal Opposition & Conservative Party leader joins to discuss Canada bail reform post OPP killing.
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APMA’s Volpe looks back at the Ambassador Bridge Blockade
Flavio Volpe (President, Automotive Parts Manufactures’ Association Canada) joins AM800 CKLW’s Jon Liedtke to look back at the Ambassador Bridge Blockade.
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2022 in Review with Windsor-Tecumseh MPP Andrew Dowie
Windsor Tecumseh MPP Andrew Dowie joins AM800 CKLW’s Jon Liedtke on The Shift to review 2022 and discuss what to expect in 2023.
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Rose City Politics: 2022 YEAR IN REVIEW
Doug and Jon did a rundown of the TOP 10 listened to episodes of ROSE CITY POLITICS for 2022 (from lowest to highest). Rose City Politics is brought to you with the kind support of LiUNA Local 625: Building Better Communities. Support the show on Patreon.com/RoseCityPolitics. Find us in print in Biz X Magazine, online…
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THE SHIFT: DEC 29 2022
Canada covers Windsor border blockade costs; Convoy movement targets LGBT community; Every Corporate Xmas Tree; Russia tariffs hurt farmers; winter travel.
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Federal Government covers Windsor’s Ambassador Bridge Blockade costs
Windsor Tecumseh MP, Irek Kusmiercyk and Ward 2 City Councillor Fabio Costante discuss the blockade reimbursement and 2022 year in review.
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2SLGBTQ+ community targeted with false claims of “grooming”
Grant Lafleche, Journalist at Hamilton Spectator discusses false claims of ‘grooming’ children being targeted at the 2SLGBTQ+ community by bigots and liars.
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Every Corporate Christmas Tree in Toronto
Shawn Micallef, Toronto Star columnist & Windsor native discusses his annual ranking of Every Corporate Christmas Tree in Toronto.
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THE SHIFT: Dec 28 2022
Smart home are smart tools for abuse; Health Canada annual cannabis results; Ontario physicans can prescribe common medication; housing market trends; 2022 drink trends.
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From smart homes to connected cars, new tools make escape harder for domestic abuse victims
Tech expert Carmi Levy discusses being connected and how new technology is making escape harder for domestic abuse victims.
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Health Canada’s sixth Canadian Cannabis Survey shows legalization concerns unfounded
David Brown, publisher of StratCann discusses Health Canada’s sixth cannabis survey & legalization concerns being unfounded and amplified for partisan gain.
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Ontario to allow pharmacists to prescribe for common ailments in 2023
Tim Brady, Pharmacist and Owner of Brady’s Pharmacy discusses Ontario allowing pharmacists to prescribe medication for common ailments in 2023.
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What to expect with 2023’s housing market
Dan Gemus, Broker of Record and Owner of the Dan Gemus Real Estate Team discusses interest rates, housing markets, & what to expect in 2023.
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2022’s best AND worst food & drink marketing campaigns
Adriano Ciotoli (Windsor Eats) joins AM800 CKLW’s Jon Liedtke on The Shift to discuss 2022’s BEST and WORST food and drink marketing campaigns.
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Hey AI, write a story about Windsor Ontario Canada by Werner Herzog
A ChatGBT story about Windsor Ontario written by Werner Herzog
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Rose City Politics: Fill em’ Up with Coney Dogs
Jon, Don, and Doug are joined by Raheem Younes, owner and founder of RaheemCo, to talk about his participation in the new Southwestern Ontario Black Entrepeneurship Network. Later, we talk about the Mayor’s trip to South Korea and riff on auto industry matters.
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Windsor restaurant woes & the need to support local
Adriano Ciotoli, co-owner Windsor Eats joins AM800 CKLW’s Jon Liedtke to discuss Windsor restaurant woes & the need to support local now more than ever.
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Canadian tourists may be prohibited from claiming trip cancellations to Jamaica amid violence, travel expert warns
Martin Firestone, President Travel Secure discusses how Canadian tourists may be prohibited from claiming trip cancellations to Jamaica amid violence.
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The Upside: Legacy Cabin coming to Bryerswood Camp
Cathy Robertson, vice-president Bryerswood Youth Camp discusses Bryerswood Youth Camp receiving an investment from the WindsorEssex Community Foundation.
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Canadian Space Mining Corp. receives 2nd federal contract for Connected Care Medical Module
Dan Sax, CEO Canadian Space Mining Corp. discusses receiving another contract from the Canadian Space Agency advancing a Connected Care Medical Module.
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THE SHIFT: DEC 9 2022
Windsor culinary establishments at risk; Canadian tourists to Jamaica in refund limbo; Canadian Space Mining Corp.’s 2nd fed. contact; Bryserswood Legacy Cabin.
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RCP SHOW: Carry On, Kiemia
Kiemia Rezagian hosts a new segment, Carry on Kiemia, about the upcoming city council agenda, the panel discusses a GECDSB policy proposal to require new books be publicized before circulation, & Windsor ranked BEST of the WORST cities for commuting to work via sustainable transportation.
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LIVE AND LOCAL – CALLING OUT ANTISEMITIC GARBAGE
Jon Liedtke joins Kyle Horner on AM800 CKLW’s LIVE AND LOCAL to call out antisemitic garbage after Donald Trump dined with antisemites Kanye West and Nick Fuentes.
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HOLIDAY SHOW: The Nefidovs, Reliever, Roye Trout
Last @nefidovs show of the year with @royetrout & @relieverhc! Watch @matstwrt pull triple duties 😱🤯. All proceeds from the show will be donated to the downtown mission. Flyer by the incredibly talented local phenom, @theuglyvision
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RCP SHOW: Don’t Burn the Place Down with Your Candles
Jon and Doug are joined by Gabriel Ciavaglia of Activate Transit Windsor Essex and newly-elected Ward 3 Councillor Renaldo Agostino to talk about the ward 3 election, Council approving the largest-ever Transit Windsor investment, & the clossure of an emergency shelter for residents of condemned downtown apartment.
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THE SHIFT – Nov. 25, 2022
Public Order Emergency Inquiry & local testimony; Premier Ford walks back some housing changes; Ontario’s 5 largest healthcare unions declare SOS for public hospitals.
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MP Masse on Windsor’s Ambassador Bridge Blockade reimbursement
Windsor-West MP Brian Masse discusses his demand to the federal government to reimburse Windsor $5.7 million spent on the Ambassador Bridge Blockade.
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EXPLAINER: Public Order Emergency Inquiry into the convoy
Mubin Shaikh (Public Safety, National Security & Counter Terrorism professor at Seneca College) discusses the convoy public inquiry & the Emergencies Act.
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Premier Ford walks back some Ontario housing bill environmental changes
Fatima Syed, reporter with The Narwhal discusses Premier Ford facing backlash over his housing bill & walking back some changes in face of public pressure.
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Five largest healthcare unions declare SOS for public hospitals
Jackie Walker, Nursing Division President at SEIU Healthcare discusses a public hospital network collapse and the largest healthcare unions calling SOS.
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MPP Lisa Gretzky discusses Ontario asking doctors to stay open late & on weekends
Windsor West MPP Lisa Gretzky discusses Premier Ford’s ask of Ontario doctors to stay open late and on weekends amid healthcare shortages.
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Health Canada’s Cannabis Act Review with Dr. Daniel Bear
Dr. Daniel Bear, Professor Social and Community Services at Humber College discusses his federal Cannabis Act Review submission & not-for-profit models.
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THE SHIFT – Nov. 24, 2022
Ontario Asks Family Clinics to Work Overtime to help Hospitals (MPP Gretzky); Cannabis Act Review (Dr. Bear); Public Order Emergency Inquiry (Flavio Volpe, APMA)
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RCP SHOW: Shit Sucks, But It’s Not Your Fault
Jon and Doug chat about the megahospital construction timeline, a photograph of Mayor Dilkens that has surfaced and raised eyebrows online, the new County Warden, and more.
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BIZ X Magazine: Ta-da! Windsor’s New City Council Has Been Decided
Rose City Politics outlines what the priorities of the next city council should be.
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RCP SHOW: Stay in your lane, Sartori
Don, Jon and Doug talk about municipal governance reform in Ontario and the inauguration of a new council.
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CTV WINDSOR: Pelissier Street Parking Garage
CTV Windsor’s Sanjay Maru used a photograph Jon Liedtke took of the Pelissier Street Parking Garage downtown Windsor during the first snowfall of the season.
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Windsor Youth Centre “Light the Way” campaign
Ashley Marchand, Manager of Youth Services at the Windsor Youth Centre discusses the new “Light the Way” fundraising campaign.
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The Morning Drive: Nov. 11, 2022
“The Anguish of War” & 2022 Remembrance Day; Light the Way Windsor Youth Centre campaign; Chatter That Matters about RBC’s Global Head of Procurement.
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APMA’s Flavio Volpe vindicated for Ambassador Bridge Blockade injunction during public order in
APMA’s Flavio Volpe feels vindicated during emergency inquiry into convoy for the Ambassador Bridge Blockade injunction he filed.
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“The Anguish of War” by local author Reverend Gene Lotz
Local author Reverend Gene Lotz discusses his new book about World War 1, “The Anguish of War”.
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The Morning Drive: Nov. 10 2022
Swearing is good for you; should masking requirements return?; Windsor rescinds vaccine policy; Kingsville kid receives Canadiens stick; TikTok’s voice revealed.
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Should mask mandates return?
Local activist and mother of two in schools, Megan Ball Rigden, discusses why she wants to masking back in schools.
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Montreal Canadiens forward Cole Caufield grants Kingsville boy’s birthday wish
Tanner and Mike Harrison discuss Tanner granting his birthday wish of a hockey stick used in a game thanks to Montreal Canadiens forward Cole Caufield.
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The VOICE of TikTok, Kat Callaghan
Kat Callaghan, host at 91.5 The Beat & TikTok’s North American text-to-speech voice discusses what it’s like being the text to speech voice for TikTok.
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Unpacking 2022’s USA midterm election results
Rory O’Neil, NBC Radio Correspondent discusses the latest results from the U.S. Midterm Elections and what they mean for the country.
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The Morning Drive: Nov. 9, 2022
“Big Men Fear Me” (Mark Bourrie, author); child RSV causing antibiotic supply issues (Tim Brady, Brady’s Pharmacy); Red Light Cameras (City of Windsor).
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