Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.
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610 CKTB | The Comeback Delusion: Why Canada Risks Being Dunked on the Global Stage
On 610 CKTB, Jon Liedtke uses recent sports events to criticize Canadian geopolitics. He argues that Prime Minister Mark Carney and the Liberal elite exhibit a delusional, weak “house league” mindset. Consequently, Canada faces a critically underfunded military, compromised domestic security, and vulnerability in upcoming U.S. trade negotiations.
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The Comeback Delusion: Why Canada Risks Being Dunked on the Global Stage
Using sports as a mirror for modern geopolitics, Jon Liedtke contrasts American “Cage-Match Diplomacy” at UFC 250 with Canada’s dangerous institutional weakness under Prime Minister Mark Carney. While Washington enforces a raw transactional order, Ottawa relies on creative defense accounting and technocratic speeches, effectively bringing a knife to a cage match.
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610 CKTB | Loaded Dice & Blood in the Water: Ottawa’s Streaming Tax Fold Hurts US Trade Talks
Jon Liedtke opines on Ottawa’s sudden reversal on the CRTC’s 15% tax on US streaming services like Netflix. Framed as a consumer win, Liedtke calls it political panic ahead of USMCA trade talks, criticizing bureaucratic overreach, legacy media special interests, and weak negotiating posture with Washington, & he draws parallels to 1970s CRTC rules that…
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Loaded Dice & Blood in the Water: Ottawa’s Streaming Tax Fold Hurts US Trade Talks
Jon Liedtke argues the Carney cabinet’s rapid CRTC streaming levy retreat mirrors the historic 1971 CKLW collapse, demonstrating Ottawa’s recurring failure to balance cultural romanticism with harsh continental trade realities. Instead of protecting consumers, the government used a $600 million taxpayer fund to buy peace, signaling weakness to Washington before CUSMA reviews.
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610 CKTB | Diplomatic Decorum & Canadian Defiance: Carney & Ford’s Tag-Team vs Trump
Jon Liedtke joins 610 CKTB’s Gene Valaitis to discuss his latest column, Diplomatic Decorum & Canadian Defiance: Carney & Ford’s Tag-Team vs Trump, which analyzes Trump’s renewed 51st state threat amid Canada’s recession. I contrast Carney’s soft diplomatic approach with Doug Ford’s combative stance, commend Poilievre’s domestic focus, and warn that Canadian boycotts harm border…
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Diplomatic Decorum & Canadian Defiance: Carney & Ford’s Tag-Team vs Trump
The Trump admins trolling – including Amb. Hoekstra sharing Canada 51st State – further erodes a historic bilateral partnership. Team Canada’s Carney/Ford good-cop/bad-cop strategy is strategic defense pre-free trade reviews.
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610 CKTB | Backbones, Not Microphones: Ottawa Brags of Buying Smoke Detectors While Sanctuaries Burn
610 CKTB’s Gene Valaitis and Jon Liedtke discuss the Canadian government’s response to rising Canadian antisemitism following a prime ministerial speech. Liedtke condemns a new anti-hate advisory council as public relations theater, explains rising Jew-Hate nationally is out of control, and lambastes recent immigration failures that systemically exacerbated ongoing national issues.
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Backbones, Not Microphones: Ottawa Brags of Buying Smoke Detectors While Sanctuaries Burn
Jon Liedtke’s accuses Canada’s federal government of replacing robust law enforcement and logical resource planning with public relations. He argues that the administration handles rising domestic antisemitism with rhetorical evasion and mismanaged immigration data with defensive spin, ultimately choosing hollow bureaucratic communication over genuine rule-of-law and structural accountability.
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610 CKTB | A 250-Year Fever Dream: Trump’s USA Birthday Takeover Backfires with ‘Trump Bucks’ & White House Cage Matches
Hosts Gene Valaitis and Jon Liedtke discuss controversial plans for America’s 250th anniversary, including a proposed $250 bill featuring Donald Trump and a White House UFC cage match. Liedtke critiques these developments as an autocratic, corporate hostile takeover of American civic institutions, noting massive celebrity boycotts of the celebration.
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A 250-Year Fever Dream: Inside Trump’s Hostile Takeover of the USA’s Birthday
Jon Liedtke’s argues Donald Trump launched a hostile corporate takeover of America’s 250th anniversary, transforming a non-partisan civic milestone into a taxpayer-funded MAGA spectacle. Highlighting a proposed $250 bill and a White House UFC event, Liedtke warns that hollowing out institutions for personal branding damages American democracy.
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610 CKTB | Gutting Ed Sullivan: CBS’s Leased Corp Lobotomy Spurred Colbert’s Michigan Rebellion
Jon Liedtke breaks down the “forensic decommissioning” of the Late Show, arguing CBS sacrificed Stephen Colbert to secure a multi-billion dollar merger approval. He connects the Manhattan “signal landlord” strategy to Ontario’s own “managed silence,” linking corporate bribes to Doug Ford’s $200 voter rebates in a singular era of decommissioned dissent.
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610CKTB | Digital Serfdom: How Ticketmaster-Live Nation Monopolize Nostalgia for Wealth Extraction
610 CKTB’s Gene Valaitis and KVETCH and RELEASE’s Jon Liedtke discuss the Ticketmaster-Live Nation monopoly, highlighting the shift from physical ticket ownership to “digital serfdom”. Liedtke critique skyrocketing prices—far outpacing inflation—and high service fees, exploring U.S. antitrust lawsuits, and his proposal for the Royal Canadian Mint to print secure physical tickets.
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610CKTB | Bigotry Tax & Trailer Park Boys’ Political Logic: The school Pride Flag Debate IS Settled
Jon Liedtke discusses the “bigotry tax,” describing pride flags as low-cost compliance tools for school boards to avoid costly human rights litigation. He argues that the Canadian flag and the pride flag work in tandem to represent a free society, reinforcing legal codes rather than competing with them.
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Bigotry Tax & Trailer Park Boys’ Political Logic: Why School Pride Flags Are A Settled Debate
The annual outcry over Pride flags in schools is a performative distraction from the institutional balance sheet. Inclusion isn’t a “woke” dream; it’s a legal compliance tool. Taxpayers shouldn’t fund a “Bigotry Tax” for administrators lacking the constitutional vertebrae to follow settled law. If you’re offended, run for trustee or stay silent.
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610 CKTB | Schrödinger’s Secession Petition and The Governance of Grievance
610 CKTB’s Gene Valaitis and KVETCH and RELEASE’s Jon Liedtke discuss Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s controversial appeal of a court ruling against her secession referendum petition. I critique Smith’s “scorched earth” strategy, arguing she prioritizes political performance over legal integrity and treaty rights. We also touch upon potential foreign interference and upcoming federal-provincial energy negotiations.
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The Emperor’s New Mind: A Total System Collapse in Real Time
The Trump brand is in a state of terminal decline. But here’s the shakedown: unlike a failing casino or a fraudulent university, this brand is hardwired into the state of the U.S. and global economy. As Donald Trump falters, we all falter – whether it’s our retirement savings, educational savings, mortgage payments, or car payments.…
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The Jewish People Are A Statistical Rounding Error: Searching for a Minyan in a Village of a Thousand
Despite eight decades of recovery, the global Jewish population has yet to return to its 1939 peak of 16.6 million. Representing only 0.2% of the world, Jews remain a statistical anomaly. Even in hubs like Canada, the community is a “rounding error,” highlighting how quickly populations vanish and how slowly they rebuild.
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Schrödinger’s Secession Petition and The Governance of Grievance: Alberta Premier’s Scorched Earth Appeal
Danielle Smith isn’t just playing politics; she’s engaging in a scorched-earth PR strategy. By appealing the court’s decision on a fraudulent referendum, Smith is sacrificing Treaty rights and judicial integrity to fundraise off grievance. It’s a cynical shakedown that trades Alberta’s long-term stability for a short-term boost in base loyalty.
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610 CKTB | The Eurovision Shakedown: Soviet Tactics and the Digital Pogrom
Jon Liedtke joins 610 CKTB’s Gene Valaitis to discuss his latest KVETCH AND RELEASE column, The Eurovision Shakedown: Soviet Tactics and the Digital Pogrom, which criticizes the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest, labeling it a “Soviet-style culture eraser” for targeting Israel. Bureaucratic rule changes and broadcast blackouts attempt to marginalize the Jewish state but those actions…
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CTV WINDSOR: Windsor residents reflect on Canadian identity in border city as Molson launches new campaign
As Molson launches its latest campaign, Higher Limits co-founder John Liedtke and local regular Ralph Paul Frak offer their perspectives on Canadian identity. Set against the backdrop of Windsor’s unique border culture, they explore how proximity to the United States shapes Southern Ontario’s sense of community, multiculturalism, and shared values.
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Breaking the Pipes: The Global Fight for Energy Sovereignty
Host Jon Liedtke and guest Markham Hislop discuss a JP Morgan report forecasting a critical drop in global oil inventories. While the chart suggests a physical “operational floor” is imminent, Hislop argues that human adaptability and rapid global electrification provide alternatives that may mitigate a total system break.
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610 CKTB | “Good Luck, Have Fun, Don’t Die” is the Doctrine for 2026
Gene Valaitis and Jon Liedtke discuss the resurgence of a “panic loop” in 2026, fueled by a new virus and media sensationalism. They critique the government’s inconsistent public health responses and loss of institutional trust, suggesting a “system shake” with realistic leadership is needed to restore public confidence.
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The Eurovision Shakedown: Soviet Tactics and the Digital Pogrom
Eurovision is a stage for Soviet-style cultural erasure. Legacy media & European governments use bureaucratic kneecapping & broadcast blackouts to silence Israeli Oct. 7 survivors; unaware institutional Jew Hate proves the necessity of the Jewish state.
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610CKTB: Authorized for Abuse: The Math Behind Canada’s Medical Cannabis “Loophole”
Jon Liedtke joined The Gene Valaitis Show on Niagara’s 610 CKTB to discuss his latest StratCann article, Authorized for abuse: The math behind Canada’s medical cannabis “loophole” about large medical cannabis grows and the issues they cause for various levels of authority.
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Good Luck, Have Fun, Don’t Die: Navigating the Doctrine of 2026
Canada is suffering a systemic “software” crash, paralyzed by an ideological bureaucracy while facing the 2026 Andes Hantavirus crisis. The “The National Hard-Reset: The Real Canada Protocol” proposes a hard reboot: forensic audits, all-party oversight, and a neutral “kill-switch” for emergency powers. We must trade performative optics for radical realism to reclaim the “Real Canada.”
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610 CKTB | From Epstein-Files to X-Files: Decoding the Latest High-Profile Documents & Redaction Distraction
Gene Valaitis and Jon Liedtke discuss reports that the US government is preparing religious leaders for shocking UFO/UAP disclosures. They analyze the potential for these revelations to upend biblical beliefs, the political branding of “demonic” labels by JD Vance, and the possibility of suppressed “free energy” technology.
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610 CKTB | Branded for Eternity: Trumpification of the USA
Host Gene Valitis and guest Jon Liedtke discuss Donald Trump’s evolving self-perception, noting his private comparisons from America’s Founding Fathers to Abraham Lincoln, and now to historical conquerors like Napoleon and Alexander the Great. They explore the “Trumpification” of America through branded merchandise and monuments, shattering norms, and the geopolitical risks of Trump’s unconventional presidency.
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610 CKTB | Bankruptcy of the Social Contract: Canada’s Ongoing Problem with Jew Hate
Host Gene Valaitis and guest Jon Liedtke discuss the 2025 B’nai Brith report detailing a record 6,800 anti-Semitic incidents in Canada. Liedtke argues this reflects a “failure of will” by the Trudeau government, criticizing the merger of special envoy roles into an advisory council as a “liquidation” of safety.
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StratCann: Authorized for abuse: The math behind Canada’s medical cannabis “loophole”
Canada’s medical cannabis laws are being exploited by illicit growers using high-volume prescriptions as a “paperwork shield.” These massive, uninspected residential grows pose severe fire and safety hazards. While local municipalities and police struggle with enforcement loopholes, advocates argue that restricting personal production violates patients’ constitutional rights to affordable medicine.
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610 CKTB | ‘Teacher of the Month’ to Wannabe Presidential Assassin
Radio host Gene Valaitis and guest Jon Liedtke discuss the 2026 White House Correspondents’ Association dinner shooting. They critique massive security failures that allowed a former “Teacher of the Year” to smuggle a shotgun into the venue. The conversation explores the administration’s push for a private $400 million ballroom.
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USA Divergence Manifesto
The Special Relationship didn’t die of natural causes. It wasn’t a drifting apart of friends or a cooling of tempers. It was a cold-blooded shakedown, a mob-style betrayal that finally stripped the mask off the American Neighbor. When Washington demanded an entry fee – upfront concessions on our booze, our dairy, and our digital soul…
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610 CKTB | Soviet Central Planning in Conservative Blue
610 CKTB host Gene Valaitis and Jon Liedtke discuss Premier Doug Ford’s governance, labeling him a “Soviet-style central planner”. They critique his use of taxpayer money for “voter bribes” like rebate checks, his inconsistent free-market stance regarding monopolies and subsidies, and the controversy surrounding his purchase of an impractical private jet. Transcript (Gemini Generated): Gene…
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Soviet Central Planning in Conservative Blue: Doug Ford’s Faux Free-Market Sales Pitch
Jon Liedtke deconstructs Premier Doug Ford’s “Open for Business” branding, exposing a governance style rooted in central planning and interventionism. From “gravy plane” jet purchases to picking winners with corporate subsidies, Liedtke argues Ford’s pragmatic corporatism betrays true small-c conservative principles while shamelessly buying off an increasingly cynical electorate.
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610 CKTB | PM Carney is Canada’s Chief Risk Officer
Host Gene Valaitis and guest Jon Liedtke discuss Mark Carney’s shift toward a “corporate” style of governance to counter U.S. protectionism. Liedtke views Carney as a “Chief Risk Officer” performing a forensic audit of Canada. Success is vital; failure could lead to the Liberal Party’s demise and a national structural free-fall.
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Chief Risk Officer: Why Canada Traded Sunny Ways for a Boardroom Banker
Mark Carney’s “Forward Guidance” signals a pivot from Trudeau-era idealism to a technocratic boardroom strategy. As Trump’s tariffs loom, Carney’s majority government positions him as Canada’s “Chief Risk Officer.” While the Conservatives lean into populist theater, Carney’s cold, analytical leverage offers a high-stakes shield for a disaffected generation facing its final buzzer.
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610 CKTB | Grounding the Gravy Plane
Host Gene Valaitis and author Jon Liedtke critique Premier Doug Ford’s 48-hour reversal on purchasing a $30 million private jet. They discuss the damage to Ford’s “everyman” brand, the potential $6–7 million loss in “stupid taxes,” and the need for government transparency versus elite posturing ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
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Premier Ford’s $30-Million Mea Culpa: Grounding the Gravy Plane
Doug Ford’s aborted $28.9M ‘Gravy Plane’ purchase exposes deep hypocrisy in Ontario politics. Echoing the 1981 Bill Davis ‘Two Lists’ scandal, this op-ed highlights the glaring disconnect between executive luxury and the harsh realities of underfunded healthcare, calling out political shell games, wasted taxpayer funds, and an impenetrable political bubble.
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610 CKTB | Pulp Fiction & The Memification of the Pentagon Pulpit
Jon Liedtke joined The Gene Valaitis Show on Niagara’s 610 CKTB to discuss US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s use of a Pulp Fiction quote disguised as scripture. They analyze the “memification” of the Pentagon, the impact on American military credibility, and the strategic anxiety this political theater creates for Canadian officials.
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Pulp Fiction & The Memification of the Pentagon Pulpit
The administration’s use of “CSAR 25:17″—a cinematic riff on scripture—has backfired into a PR crisis. By blurring tactical “unit lore” with official policy, they’ve traded international credibility for domestic “trolls.” For allies like Canada, this “memification” of the Pentagon signals a dangerous shift from strategic stability to unhinged political theater.
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610 CKTB | Canadian Cannabis Tourism Decline & Lost Opportunities
Host Gene Valaitis and reporter Jon Liedtke discuss Canada’s struggling cannabis tourism industry. Liedtke critiques “retail purgatory” and restrictive laws like the Smoke-Free Ontario Act, which prevent legal consumption lounges. They explore the shift from alcohol to cannabis and the need for social spaces to realize Canada’s “Amsterdam-style” tourism potential.
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The Liberal Convention Sold CDOs (Cognitive Dissonance Options)
The 2026 Liberal Convention in Montreal showcased a jarring paradox: Mark Carney’s “sovereign superpower” rhetoric contrasted with Patrick Pichette’s proposed $500,000 exit tax. This “cognitive dissonance” trades core principles for political survival, welcoming conservative floor-crossers while threatening the mobility of the very educated workforce Canada needs to drive growth.
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610 CKTB | Toaster Oven Turncoat – Conservative MP Gladu Switches to Liberals
Broadcaster Jon Liedtke joins Gene Valaitis on 610 CKTB to discuss Marilyn Gladu’s shocking floor crossing to the Liberals. Labeling it a “leveraged buyout” by Mark Carney, they explore Gladu’s history of anti-Liberal rhetoric, her “toaster oven” cannabis comments, and the growing demand for a by-election in Sarnia.
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The Ghost State and the Death of Shared Reality
Welcome to the splintered multiverse. It’s a place where the scoreboard is a lie, the players are ghosts, and the spectators are so high on the dopamine of domestic spite that they haven’t noticed the 45,000 corpses piling up of innocent protesters in Iran. If you’ve been following the headlines lately, you’re being fed a…
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StratCann: The decline of Canada’s Cannatourism Dream
Canada’s cannatourism potential is stifled by a “retail purgatory” of hyper-regulation. Despite multi-billion dollar contributions to the GDP, strict provincial smoking acts and sterile retail models prevent the emergence of social consumption spaces. Without a shift toward hospitality-focused “Vineyard Models,” Canada risks losing its global lead in the cannabis industry.
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610 CKTB | Canada’s Trip Around the Dark Side of the Moon: Artemis 2 Breaks 406,000KM
Artemis II marks a historic shift in space travel, reaching 406,000 kilometers to witness an incredible 4K earthrise. As a “lunar gateway” for Mars, the mission tests deep-space survival and highlights Canada’s co-pilot role. Even with record-breaking achievements, the crew still had to fix broken toilets and Outlook errors.
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The Geopolitical Fan-Fiction Distracting Canada
Canada isn’t joining the European Union. We aren’t becoming the 51st American state. And no, despite the recurring fever dreams of winter-weary pundits, we aren’t acquiring the Turks and Caicos. I can’t believe we’re doing this again. It doesn’t matter how many breathless op-eds are written or how many “what if” polls are commissioned by…
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610 CKTB | Life After Flower: Rise of the Edible
Ontario’s legal cannabis industry is struggling under “safety theater” regulations that favor the black market. Expert Jon Liedtke explains how 10mg THC limits and excise stamp inefficiencies drive “heavy hitters” away from legal stores. It is time for regulators to treat cannabis consumers like adults and fix these administrative hurdles.
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Canada’s Trip Around the Dark Side of the Moon: Artemis 2 Breaks 406,000KM
Artemis II marks a historic shift in space travel, reaching 406,000 kilometers to witness an incredible 4K earthrise. As a “lunar gateway” for Mars, the mission tests deep-space survival and highlights Canada’s co-pilot role. Even with record-breaking achievements, the crew still had to fix broken toilets and Outlook errors.
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610 CKTB | The Art of the Shakedown: Trump’s “CORLEONE” PRESIDENCY
Host Gene Valaitis and Jon Liedtke discuss the “Corleone Presidency,” focusing on the $6.5 billion Gordie Howe Bridge being held hostage by private interests. They examine rising border fees, tech sector “vigs,” and how the White House uses “shakedown” tactics to bypass traditional governance, impacting the Windsor-Detroit economy.
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The Art of the Shakedown: Trump’s “CORLEONE” PRESIDENCY
Jon Liedtke exposes the “Corleone Presidency,” arguing the $6.5 billion Gordie Howe Bridge is being held hostage in a global shakedown. From 400% border fee hikes to tech sector “vigs,” Liedtke breaks down how the Windsor-Detroit corridor became a pay-to-play gauntlet and why Canada must finally punch back.
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610 CKTB | The Relevancy of Irrelevancy: The NDP’s Severance Delusion
The NDP has undergone a “political lobotomy,” trading its blue-collar roots for faculty lounge activism. Under Avi Lewis, the party focuses on performative theater while ignoring the economic crisis facing industrial workers. With polling at record lows, Mark Carney’s Liberals are successfully cannibalizing the NDP’s remaining relevance and labor support.
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StratCann: Life After Flower: Rise of the Edible
Canada cannabis industry is rapidly evolving beyond dried flower products, with edibles and beverages now capturing exactly twenty five percent of total sales. While consumers embrace reliable alternative formats driven by the sober curious movement, strict regulations like the ten milligram THC cap and complex excise taxes fuel illicit markets.
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The Relevancy of Irrelevancy: The NDP’s Severance Delusion
The federal NDP faces a “severance” from its working-class roots. Under Avi Lewis, the party retreats into academic activism and equity-card optics, while industrial workers in Windsor and Hamilton face economic turmoil. With polling at 9% and provincial wings distancing themselves, the party risks being cannibalized by Mark Carney’s Liberals.
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610 CKTB | Ayatollah: Tehran’s “Weekend at Bernie’s” meets Jurassic Park
Radio Jon Liedtke joins Gene Valaitis to dissect the chaos in Iran. Between “Midnight Hammer” strikes and “Epic Fury” hits, the regime is a “Jurassic Park” of crumbling infrastructure and AI-generated leadership. With the Rial crashing and Tehran literally sinking, the IRGC is propping up a digital ghost.
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Weekend at Ayatollah’s: When Iran’s “Jurassic Park” Fences Went Down
The mystery in Iran is reaching a breaking point. We are nearly a month into a war that has essentially erased the entire top tier of Iranian leadership – and the second tier – yet the IRGC is still pretending the lights are on. From last year’s “Midnight Hammer” strikes to this year’s “Epic Fury”…
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Canada’s Price of Neutrality: When ‘Never Again’ Becomes ‘Not Our Problem’
Jon Liedtke examines the alarming rise of antisemitism in Canada since October 7. By contrasting the administrative failures of Toronto’s leadership and federal policy shifts with the proactive measures in Vaughan and Windsor, the piece argues that official neutrality and “strategic de-escalation” are effectively enabling a systemic campaign of intimidation.
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The CRA’s Regulatory Red Wedding: Is Canadian Tax Policy Being Outsourced to a Digital Mob?
Jon Liedtke exposes what he calls a “regulatory red wedding” by the CRA, alleging a high-velocity purge of Jewish charities following October 7th. He argues that the agency has outsourced tax policy to a “digital mob,” using technical “gotchas” and nuclear legal options to bankrupt organizations without due process.
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610 CKTB| The Selective Tax War on Jewish Charities: How the CRA Wiped Out 8 Charities in 18 Months
The CRA has traded the neutral whistle for brass knuckles. Jon Liedtke joins 610 CKTB to expose a “Regulatory Red Wedding”—a high-velocity purge of Zionist charities at 25x the standard rate. From “Jeopardy Orders” to union bias, discover why the math of unfairness is a threat to the Rule of Law.
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Open for Business or Armed for Business?
Premier Doug Ford’s proposal to legalize pepper spray and empower private security is a “Mad Max” admission of policy failure. Instead of fixing a broken justice system or addressing bail reform, the government is outsourcing public safety to $18-an-hour guards. We need data-driven policing, not mall-level “Delta Force” fantasies.
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610 CKTB| Buck-a-Beer to Boutique-Bounty-Hunters: Premier Ford’s Wild West Retail Security Plan
Jon Liedtke joins Gene Valaitis to discuss Premier Doug Ford’s controversial retail security plan. Liedtke critiques the proposal to arm security guards with pepper spray, calling it a “Mad Max” policy shift that ignores proven, data-driven policing methods used successfully in cities like Windsor to combat retail theft.
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610 CKTB | Al Quds Day
Jon Liedtke joined The Gene Valaitis Show on Niagara’s 610 CKTB to discuss his latest opinion piece, Majority of Nothing: Premier Ford’s Al Quds Performance Art, and Al Quds Day in Toronto.
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Majority of Nothing: Premier Ford’s Al Quds Performance Art
Doug Ford’s failed 11th-hour injunction against Al Quds Day 2026 was a masterclass in political theater. Amidst a global week of antisemitic violence and the ongoing Iran war, Ontario’s majority government opted for performative optics over legislative action. Jon Liedtke argues it’s time for the Premier to stop playing Monday morning quarterback.
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From Mein Kampf to GTA Synagogue Shootings
Listen as Gene Valaitis and Jon Liedtke discuss the resignation of Regional Chair Bob Gale after his purchase of Hitler’s Mein Kampf. The two also tackle rising anti-Semitism in Canada, a new $10 million federal security grant, and Mayor Olivia Chow missing a critical press conference on synagogue shootings.
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Too Little, Too Cute, & Two and a Half Years Late
Canada’s $10 million security funding is “too little, too late” as antisemitism reaches a breaking point. With Jewish Canadians 25 times more likely to be targeted by hate crimes and synagogues facing gunfire in 2026, a partial subsidy isn’t safety—it’s a “Jew Tax” on a community under constant siege.
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From Iranian Soccer to the Border: 2026 FIFA WORD CUP’s Geopolitical “Pressure Cooker”
Jon Liedtke joined The Gene Valaitis Show on Niagara’s 610 CKTB to discuss why The 2026 FIFA World Cup is no longer just a sports story and why it’s a “geopolitical stress test” for North America. Following the recent defection of Iranian women’s soccer players in Australia, the tournament is shifting into a “total pressure…
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No, Alabama isn’t Better than Canada
Jon Liedtke joins Gene Valaitis to dismantle a Globe and Mail story comparing Canada’s economy to Alabama’s. Calling the argument “bunk,” Liedtke highlights Canada’s sovereign advantages and contrasts its social safety net and low crime rates against Alabama’s high firearm mortality and lack of universal healthcare protections.
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The “YMCA” Anthem: A New Symbol for a Free Iran?
Host Gene Valaitis and guest Jon Liedtke discuss the escalating Middle East conflict, focusing on Iran’s strikes against Israel and neighboring nations. They explore the surprise elimination of Iranian leadership and the unexpected celebration of Iranian Canadians who have adopted the song “YMCA” as an anthem for a free Iran.
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The Royal Big Short: The Andrew Formally Known as Prince is Canada’s Subprime Crisis
As Prince Andrew faces a life sentence for alleged misconduct in public office, Canada faces a constitutional crisis. From the “Epstein Files” to the “Split Crown,” Jon Liedtke deconstructs why the monarchy is a toxic, subprime asset and why the Commonwealth is finally ready to stop being the bag-holder.
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CKTB | A former royal who aided a pedophile child sex trafficker could be Canada’s King
On 610 CKTB, Gene Valaitis and Jon Liedtke discuss the unprecedented arrest of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor for misconduct in public office. They explore allegations of sharing secrets with Jeffrey Epstein and the complex constitutional hurdles Canada faces in removing him from the line of succession.
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A $6.5-Billion Middle Finger: Breaking Moroun’s Ambassador Bridge Monopoly
The Gordie Howe International Bridge is finished, but “Mr. Hockey” is being held hostage. Between billionaire backroom deals and protectionist shakedowns, our national sovereignty is under fire. It’s time to stop negotiating with a private dynasty, expropriate the Ambassador Bridge, and reclaim the $400-million-a-day “Windsor Wedge” for the public good.
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U.S. SUPREME COURT SLAYS “TARIFF KING” TRUMP: Most of Trump Tariffs Illegal
The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs an illegal overstep of presidential power. While a victory for international trade law, the ruling notably excludes the auto, steel, and aluminum duties crippling Canada’s economy. As Ottawa responds with standard diplomacy, the core “national security” threat labels remain.
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610 CKTB| The Hostage-Taking of Gordie Howe: How the Morouns & Trump Threaten Border Sovereignty
The Gordie Howe International Bridge is finished, but “Mr. Hockey” is being held hostage. Between billionaire backroom deals and protectionist shakedowns, our national sovereignty is under fire. It’s time to stop negotiating with a private dynasty, expropriate the Ambassador Bridge, and reclaim the $400-million-a-day “Windsor Wedge” for the public good.
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StratCann | Beyond the Commodity trap: How Cannabis Retailers Can Thrive in 2026
Discover how cannabis retailers can escape the “commodity trap” in 2026. This insight explores high-impact strategies—from leveraging budtenders as brand ambassadors to mastering digital hygiene and event-based sales. Learn how to differentiate your store through curated experiences, vertical integration, and community hubs to thrive in a mature, competitive legal market.
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610 CKTB | Geopolitical Warfare Strikes Summer Camp: Administrative Siege of Jewish Life
The frontline of political conflict in Canada has shifted from the sidewalk to the spreadsheet. We are witnessing an era of Asymmetric Lawfare, where anti-Israel bigots are weaponizing the mundane machinery of government and accreditation to execute a ‘Regulatory Red Wedding’ against Jewish summer camps and charities. From the 14% ‘Antisemitism Tax’ to botanical erasure,…
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Regulatory Red Wedding: Anti-Israel Activists Target Jewish Summer Camp
Welcome to Summer Camp 2026, where the most dangerous thing in the woods is a purity test. From doxxing 17-year-old counselors to debating the “colonial” lineage of a chickpea, activists are waging ideological warfare against Jewish institutions. It’s time for leaders to stop acting like bystanders in a horror movie.
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610 CKTB | Is Stellantis’ $100 Fire Sale of $3.5B in Assets & Billion Dollar Investment a Sound Strategy or Hasty Retreat?
Gene Valaitis and Jon Liedtke discuss the “fire sale” of Stellantis’ $3.5 billion stake in its Windsor battery plant for just $100. They explore if this $1 billion investment divestment is a strategic pivot or a corporate retreat amid shifting subsidies, job losses, and the rise of Chinese EVs.
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I Love the Smell of Hopium in the Morning
As Stellantis divests from the NextStar battery plant, local officials are spinning a corporate retreat as “operational certainty.” It’s a masterclass in economic gaslighting. Windsor isn’t a thriving tech hub; we’re a distressed asset huffing “Hopium” while global giants jettison cargo to stay buoyant. Welcome back to the dumpster fire.
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610 CKTB | The Bridge Ransom & Racist Memes: Trump’s Epstein Smokescreen
Tune in as Gene Valaitis and Jon Liedtke break down Donald Trump’s latest Truth Social firestorm. From racially charged AI parodies of the Obamas to threats against the Gordie Howe International Bridge, they explore the “ransom note” diplomacy and domestic distractions shaping current Canada-U.S. relations in this candid 610 CKTB interview.
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Trump’s ‘Parody’ Becomes a Racial Rorschach Test
From AI-generated racial tropes on Truth Social to the 25% tariffs strangling Windsor’s manufacturing heartland, the Trump administration is performing a masterclass in cinematic statecraft. It isn’t a glitch; it’s a feature. We’re witnessing a culture of curated cruelty where the “money-shot” matters more than the human cost.
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The Canary is Screaming: Antisemitism’s Lethal Adaptability
Whether as the messianic killer, the outside agitator, or the racially inferior, each form of antisemitism provided the intellectual fuel to justify the hatred and its ultimate and seemingly inevitable genocidal conclusion. Today, the oldest & most successful virus has mutated again, migrating from the biology of blood to the geopolitics of state.
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Windsor’s Automotive Addiction
Windsor’s reliance on the automotive sector has reached a tipping point. As Stellantis divests from the NextStar plant and national strategies shift, the city remains dangerously undiversified. With Canada’s highest unemployment rate and construction booms masking deeper cracks, Windsor is “doubling down” on a volatile future. Is the crash inevitable?
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Meth in the Mushroom Shop: The Failed Theatre of Drug Policy
Windsor’s recent psilocybin raid isn’t a victory—it’s a symptom of failed policy. From performative policing to the lack of sensible regulation, we explore why “tough on crime” tactics fall short. It’s time to stop the whack-a-mole strategy and address the drug crisis with backbone, reform, and reality.
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610 CKTB | Succession and Treason Brings the North American Border War
Gene Valaitis and Jon Liedtke discuss Canadian unity amid Alberta secessionists “treasonously” seeking $500 billion in U.S. financing to exit confederation, comparable to the “Russian pretext” of manufactured regional grievances & security umbrellas. The conversation warns that if the federal union fails, the resulting economic “cardiac arrest” would devastate the country’s manufacturing heartland, shifting Canada’s…
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The Great Unraveling: Canada a Distressed Asset?
Forget the maps you knew. As Alberta courted U.S. capital for a leveraged buyout and the 401 corridor faces a 100% tariff “cyanide pill,” Canada’s sovereignty is at a breaking point. From secessionist proxies to Minnesota’s “Blue Exit,” we are witnessing the terminal instability of the North American dream.
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610 CKTB | Canada’s Front Row Seat to a Dumpster Fire
Is North America in a “fever dream” of chaos? Jon Liedtke joins Gene Valaitis to discuss the “horror movie” unfolding across the border, from federal escalations in Minneapolis to the “dumpster fire” of U.S. policy.
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610CKTB | Canada’s Asymmetric Arctic Nightmare Replaced the Whiskey War
From the gentlemanly “Whiskey War” to a nightmarish era of “might makes right,” the rules of Arctic diplomacy have shattered. As the U.S. eyes Greenland and Canada contemplates a “Taliban-style” defense strategy, Jon Liedtke argues we are woefully unprepared for an asymmetric future where being an ally is now conditional.
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610 CKTB | Binger-in-Chief: Trump’s Cinematic Statecraft
President Trump’s statecraft is driven more by Hollywood plotlines than intelligence briefings. From the annexation of Greenland to “The Purge”-style crime policies, the “Binger-in-Chief” treats the world as a cinematic set. U.S. policy has become a dangerous feedback loop of movie tropes and “Central Casting” optics, leaving the nation trapped in a high-stakes narrative most…
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Binger-in-Chief: Why Trump Statecraft Feels Cinematic
President Trump’s statecraft is driven more by Hollywood plotlines than intelligence briefings. From the annexation of Greenland to “The Purge”-style crime policies, the “Binger-in-Chief” treats the world as a cinematic set. U.S. policy has become a dangerous feedback loop of movie tropes and “Central Casting” optics, leaving the nation trapped in a high-stakes narrative most…
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The Last Mile to Freedom: Why the Detroit River Was the 1850s’ Most Vital Border
As Windsor prepares for New Year’s, we reflect on the “Heartbreak Days” of the 1850s. For enslaved Black Americans, the Detroit River was more than a border; it was the perilous terminus of the Underground Railroad. While many celebrate the “Freedom Narrative,” the true history is one of grit, icy crossings, and a desperate race…
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Why Santa is More Canadian than Poutine… and Putin
Forget the poutine—Santa Claus might be Canada’s greatest strategic asset. Beyond the red suit and reindeer, Ottawa has executed a brilliant “soft power” play by naturalizing Saint Nick as a citizen. From issuing official ePassports to establishing the H0H 0H0 postal code, Canada is using holiday whimsy to stake a serious claim in the high-stakes…
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From Cold War Typo to Christmas Magic: How a Sears Mistake Created NORAD’s Santa Tracker
What started as a Cold War misprint in 1955 has evolved into a global, AI-enhanced phenomenon. On its 70th anniversary, the NORAD Santa Tracker remains a fascinating blend of military precision and holiday whimsy. From a “red phone” accident to a corporate-sponsored operation utilizing 1,500 volunteers and generative AI, discover how a cynical PR flex…
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610 CKTB | Rum Runner’s Christmas & When Whiskey Fueled the Detroit River
Step back 100 years to the “Rum Runner’s Christmas” of 1925. Jon Liedtke joins Gene to reveal how the frozen Detroit River became a treacherous highway for “Whiskey Six” Studebakers smuggling booze into Prohibition-era America. Discover the terrifying “Open Door Rule” drivers used to survive the ice, how Windsor’s smugglers helped build Las Vegas, and…
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Blindfolds in Darkrooms: Are Jewish Reporters Too Controversial to Defend?
“Globalize the intifada” isn’t a slogan; it’s a target placed on Jewish journalists. Yet, Canadian media advocacy groups remain deafeningly silent. The industry has decided Jewish safety is a “liability” not worth the risk. This isn’t just cowardice; it’s a betrayal. We aren’t waiting for permission to exist. If you won’t defend the truth, get…
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Antisemitism’s Darkness Overshadows Hanukkah’s Lights
Hanukkah 2025 has been a battle between light and darkness. From the horrific tragedy in Bondi Beach to thwarted terror plots in Toronto, the threat of antisemitism has never felt more immediate. Yet, Windsor’s community gathered at the riverfront to light the menorah in defiance. This post reflects on a week of grief, resilience, and…
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Rumrunner’s Christmas: When a frozen Detroit River ran on Whiskey-fueled Studebakers
A century ago, the Windsor-Detroit border was the epicenter of a global black market, funneling 75% of Prohibition-era booze into the U.S. via “Whiskey Six” Studebakers racing across the ice. Today, the roles have flipped, as Canada’s liquor monopolies hold the cards in a sophisticated trade war. Discover how Windsor evolved from America’s legendary bartender…
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Canada’s Antisemitism Crisis Turns Terroristic: ISIS-Linked Extremism Targets Jews & Women
Toronto police arrested three ISIS-linked men—Waleed Khan, Osman Azizov, and Fahad Sadaat—for attempted abductions targeting Jewish women, seizing an AR-style rifle and high-capacity magazines. Khan faces terrorism charges, including conspiracy to commit murder. Amid soaring antisemitism, Jews—less than 1% of Canada’s population—endured nearly 70% of religious hate crimes in 2024.
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The CJN: How Canadians are celebrating a joyous Hanukkah after the Sydney attack
In the wake of the tragic Bondi Beach attack, Canadian Jews responded with defiance and joy. From Windsor to Jerusalem, The CJN readers shared photos of public menorah lightings and window displays, showcasing a global spirit of resilience. Explore this moving collection of Hanukkah celebrations that refused to be dimmed.
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610 CKTB | Bondi Beach & Jew Hate in Canada
The Bondi Beach massacre, where an ISIS-radicalized duo killed 15, exposes a lethal failure in security coordination. As antisemitic incidents surge globally—including a 124% rise in Canada—this tragedy serves as a haunting warning. We must address systemic radicalization and legislative gaps before more lives are lost to preventable hate.
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Hanukkah’s Light is Medicine for a Broken World
Tonight’s celebration was a welcome solace. Amid a heightened police presence—a sad reality for Jewish events today—our community gathered to kindle the lights, defy darkness, and honor our faith. Heartfelt thanks to the local leaders who stood with us in solidarity. Chag Chanukah Sameach! 🕎
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Tragic. Bleak. Reality. Another 11 Jewish Lives Stolen.
11 Jews dead (so far…) simply for being Jewish. I woke up to this horrific news on the same day my community lights Hanukkah candles. I hate that there hasn’t been a celebration—THAT I CAN REMEMBER—without fear. Tragic. Bleak. Reality. We have been screaming about this. Our leaders fail us.
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StratCann: How federal paramountcy and provincial restrictiveness define Canada’s regulatory landscape
Why does buying cannabis feel different in every province? It comes down to Canada’s constitutional division of powers. While Ottawa set the “federal floor” by legalizing possession, provinces built the “walls” regarding retail, age limits, and home cultivation. This article unpacks the resulting regulatory patchwork, featuring expert insights on how local restrictions shape the consumer…
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610CKTB | Cannabis in Canada: Federal Paramountcy & Provincial Restrictiveness Define Our National Regulatory Landscape
Why is Canada’s cannabis market a regulatory “patchwork quilt”? Catch my recent appearance on the Gene Valaitis Show (610CKTB), where I break down the constitutional tug-of-war between Ottawa and the provinces. We discuss why home-grow rules differ by region, the confusion around consumption lounges, and how “Provincial Restrictiveness” shapes the industry. Featuring insights from experts…
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610 CKTB | Sticker Shock & Speed Traps: Are Speed Cameras About Road Safety or Just a Cash Grab?
Jon Liedtke appears on The Gene Valaitis Show to discuss Ontario’s speed cameras, debating their role in road safety versus revenue generation. Concerns arise over disappearing municipal revenues and government failures regarding signage and materials, impacting public perception of competence. The Premier’s background adds irony to these administrative issues.
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610CKTB | Training the Away Team On Home Ice: Should Canada Invest in Foreign Doctors Over Canadians?
Canada’s medical system is facing a crisis: while millions of Canadians lack a family doctor, universities train international physicians for regimes like Saudi Arabia, who pay $100,000 per student. Critics argue this hundred million dollar program is fundamentally flawed, prioritizing foreign funds and training the “away team” while thousands of Canadians die waiting for care.
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First Class Treatment: Canadian Institutions Rent Our Future for Foreign Cash
Canadian medical schools prioritize Saudi Arabian cash over domestic access, selling 1,000 residency spots annually to foreign governments while thousands of qualified Canadians each year are forced to train abroad. Our public institutions have created a “First Class” tier for the highest bidder while leaving Canadian taxpayers in waiting rooms. It’s time to end the…
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610CKTB | From Diplomacy to Coercion: US Ambassador’s F-35 Gambit
U.S. Ambassador Pete Hoekstra demanded Canada buy F-35 fighter jets to secure USMCA renewal, causing economic harm and job losses along the 401 corridor. This aggressive, unprofessional tactic reflects U.S. President Trump’s prioritization of trade leverage over traditional diplomacy.
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610 CKTB | Carney’s Double Defeat: High Priest of Project Fear Losing to Trump, Plunging Canada’s Industrial Heartlands Into Crisis
Canada’s industrial heartlands are reeling as Mark Carney’s government battles the economic “Pincer Crisis.” US tariffs threaten mass layoffs, hitting Ontario’s factories and demanding a massive $78.3 billion budget to act as a “Trump Shield.” Carney’s political survival hinges on whether this debt-fueled gamble can save jobs and sovereignty.
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610 CKTB | Major Fred Tilston, VC – The Pharmacist Who Refused to Fail
Major Fred Tilston, VC – The Pharmacist Who Refused to Fail. The Windsor-born pharmacist earned the Victoria Cross during the brutal 1945 battle for the Rhine. Despite being severely wounded twice in the Hochwald Forest, Tilston refused evacuation, leading three impossible charges that broke the German line. He kept fighting until he collapsed, losing both…
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610CKTB | Blind Justice or Blinded by Politics? Canada’s Potential Sentencing Shake-Up
Budget 2025 analysis: The government is splitting the books, promising “generational investments” in infrastructure while making deep “operational” cuts. We explore the $70B deficit, the new PSW tax credit, and what this “austerity and investment” plan means for Canadians. Read our full breakdown.
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610 CKTB | Forget Drugs & Guns, Canada’s Newest Border Probe Targets Paper Plates
Amid major border security concerns like Fentanyl and illegal guns, the Canadian government has launched a surprising investigation into cheap paper plates from China. Learn why the CBSA is probing the “dumping” of what it calls “thermo-folded molded fiber tableware” and how it connects to a $150 million Canadian market and wider trade tensions.
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The Road Between Us is a Brutal & Essential Watch: Here’s Why
“The Road Between Us” is a necessarily hard watch, intercutting live-streamed Hamas GoPro footage from October 7th with one family’s harrowing fight for survival. The film centers on a retired colonel and grandfather who risked everything to save his loved ones, creating an unforgettable portrait of terror and tenacity that is as unflinching as it…
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Ceasefire NOW!
Donald J. Trump announces a breakthrough peace plan, with Israel and Hamas agreeing to release all hostages soon. The plan aims for a lasting peace, involving Arab nations, the U.S., and more. Trump credits mediators like Qatar and Turkey, citing it as a historic step. Read more!
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October 7 Two Years on: From Burned Kibbutzim & Gaza’s Rubble to Ongoing Division
Two years on from October 7’s Black Sabbath—Hamas’s bloodbath claiming 1,200 Jewish lives, the deadliest since the Holocaust. Gaza’s crisis deepens amid human shields; regional fires rage with Hezbollah, Houthis, Iran. Trump’s peace plan: demilitarize, hostages home, or face obliteration. Yet Western antisemitism surges—Canada’s hate crimes explode, “vigils” glorify murder. Time to heal our divides…
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Our Holiest Day, Their Vile Hatred: A Synagogue, & Jews, Under Siege
### Our Holiest Day, Their Vile Hatred: A Synagogue Under Siege It was Yom Kippur—the Day of Atonement—when Jews bare our souls in prayer. Yesterday, that vulnerability became a target at Manchester’s Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation. A terrorist’s car-ramming and stabbing spree turned sanctity into slaughter. Two dead, more fighting for life. This isn’t shock;…
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You Won’t Believe What The Shofar Really Means For Us This Year
This Yom Kippur, like every Yom Kippur, all Jews stand together, carrying the profound weight of the past year. The memories of those lost on & since Oct 7th & the ongoing trauma sit with us continually. Our prayers for them are woven into our deepest confessions. Our collective confession, the “Ashamnu” hits differently this…
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Kvetching about healthcare hysteria, Fake Presidential Medbeds, likely Russian drones, & antisemitism
Join Jon Liedtke for a witty kvetch on the weekend’s chaos: debunking Canadian healthcare myths, mocking Trump’s medbed fantasies, suspected Russian drone chicken games, & calling out David Hogg’s antisemitic AIPAC trope.
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5786 – A New Year
As we welcome Rosh Hashanah 5786, we reflect on the remarkable 200-year journey of Windsor’s Jewish community. From its beginnings with pioneers like Moses David to its formal establishment in the 1890s, our history is one of resilience and strength. This New Year, we honour that legacy by praying for peace, remembering those lost, and…
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StratCann: Grow stores left behind: From shadows to spotlight to stagnation
As Canada’s cannabis industry evolves, grow stores face new challenges. From thriving in the shadows of prohibition to basking in the spotlight of legalization, these businesses now grapple with market stagnation. Explore how shifting regulations, competition, and consumer trends are reshaping the role of grow stores in the cannabis landscape.
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KIMMEL CANCELLED
ABC suspended Jimmy Kimmel Live! after Kimmel’s monologue on Charlie Kirk’s murder, criticizing the “MAGA gang.” Trump administration pressure and FCC threats reportedly drove the decision, alarming free speech advocates. This precedent threatens media and satire. Will it spark a backlash or more censorship? The stakes for 2025’s discourse are high.
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Petition to Strip Mohamad Fakih’s Order of Canada Gains Momentum
A petition demanding Mohammad Faki be stripped of his Order of Canada is gaining traction. Organizers cite his “dehumanizing” social media comments about supporters of Israel. Faki calls it a smear campaign, while petitioners argue his remarks violate the honor’s standards. The debate highlights tensions over free speech and national awards.
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New Member: International Association of Genocide Scholars
Jon Liedtke is a member of the International Association of Genocide Scholars.
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Antisemitism & Leaving Canada: Oklahoma Tales
In this episode of KVETCH with Jon Liedtke, I am joined by two Canadian ex-pats who decided to leave the country in search of a new home, far away from the ongoing antisemitism that Canada has been experiencing on an unrelenting basis. Joe Roberts and Michael Sachs of the Jewish Federation of Tulsa Oklahoma, USA…
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Go Watch Eddington
Ari Aster’s 2025 bleak satirical Western “Eddington” is a must-see. Set in pandemic-era New Mexico, it masterfully explores COVID-19’s local disruption, BLM protests, Antifa fears, extremism, and unraveling community trust. Joaquin Phoenix and Pedro Pascal star as opposing officials. With stellar performances (Stone, Butler), it’s a resonant, urgent look back. See it ASAP! (Beware the…
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PM Carney’s Palestinian Statehood Charade: Hollow Promises, Real Dangers
Mark Carney’s promise to recognize a Palestinian state based on “preconditions” is cynical political theater, designed to appease progressives while ensuring no change. His conditions—Hamas’ exclusion, Gaza’s demilitarization, and free elections—are unachievable, rewarding terrorism and betraying both Palestinians and Israelis. Canada deserves principled leadership, not performative gestures.
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Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift
This week’s Friday Round Up, hosted by Shane Hewitt with Jon Liedtke and Andrew Caddell, explores unwinding breaks, Hulk Hogan’s wrestling and cultural legacy, Canada-US trade concerns, tariffs’ impact on Windsor’s auto industry, and strained border relations affecting supply chains.
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Ex-Hamas Hostage Noa Argamani’s at Windsor’s Breakfast for Israel sees vile Antisemitic Protests
At Windsor’s Breakfast for Israel, former Hamas hostage and Time 100 Most Influential People 2025 Noa Argamani, shared her 245-day captivity ordeal and advocated for the release of remaining hostages, including her partner. Despite protests, some antisemitic, the event raised funds for Israel’s Ashdod Rehab Centre, supporting trauma victims, children with disabilities, and pediatric cancer…
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CNN: Elbows up: How Canadians are fighting back against Trump’s tariffs
Jon Liedtke is featured on CNN to comment on President Trump’s 25% tariffs levied on Canada and how Canadians are feeling.
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Why meth-fueled orgies are bad
Adam Zivo, founder and executive director of the Centre for Responsible Drug Policy, joins Jon Liedtke to discuss his latest article, “Meth-fueled orgies are bad”, published on The Line, and the dangers of chemsex, a practice prevalent in the gay community. Zivo explains that chemsex is the practice of having sex, often in groups, while…
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Never Again must again be Never Again
On International Holocaust Remembrance Day, we honor the six million Jews & countless others lost, & remind that Never Again is an ongoing endeavor for all.
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2024 Safe Supply in Review
Adam Zivo (Centre for Responsible Drug Policy & Breaking Needles) Canadian Safe Supply programs in 2024 & what 2025 will bring to national drug policy
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New Jersey Dronegate: DON’T LOOK UP!
Hytt Films owner Drew Hyttenrauch discusses DRONEGATE over New Jersey, what the unidentified aerial phenomena may be, and advances in drone technology.
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Housing & Homelessness Help Hub new location axed; (another) new location sought
Ward 3 councillor Renaldo Agostino discusses Windsor axing the new H4 Homelessness Hub location due to costs & the need for another new location.
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Round Up Panel with Laura Babcock & Jon Liedtke
The Round Up Panel discusses the future of the Liberals, Canada’s immigration consensus unraveling, a proposed $32.5-billion tobacco settlement, & more!
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Judge orders unexpected repayment, not jail, for serial downtown window breaker
Phog Lounge & Meteor owner Tom Lucier discusses a Windsor Judge ordering restitution, but not jail, for a serial downtown business window smasher.
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Windsor-Essex Conducting 2024 Homelessness Count
City of Windsor Housing Administration and Development coordinator Kelly Goz discusses the 2024 Point-in-Time Homeless Enumeration.
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Ontario moves to restrict new bike lanes at expense of vehicle lanes
Windsor Tecumseh MPP Andrew Dowie discusses Ontario moving to restrict new bike lanes in municipalities if they require the removal of traffic lanes.
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Is alcohol helping revive the lagging convenience store sector?
Ontario Convenience Stores Association chair & Midway Convenience owner Terry Yaldo discuss if alcohol is helping to revive the convenience store sector.
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Should PM Trudeau go for a walk in the snow (resign)?
University of Windsor Political Science department head Lydia Miljan discusses whether it’s time for Prime Minister Trudeau to step down from his role.
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What more can be done about the growing encampment issue?
Ward 3 councillor Renaldo Agostino discusses new polling showing Ontarians want Premier Ford to do more about encampments, & what needs to be done locally.
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Premier Ford to require cities to seek provincial approval for new bike lanes
Ward 9 councillor Kieran McKenzie discusses proposed legislation requiring cities to seek provincial approval for new bike lanes that remove vehicle lanes.
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Round Up Panel with Jamie Ellerton, Caryma Sa’d, & Jon Liedtke
Jamie Ellerton, Caryma Sa’d, & Jon Liedtke join Newstalk 1010’s Shane Hewitt & The Night Shift to exchange puns about Thanksgiving turkey prices.
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Newstalk 1010: Jerry Agar Show – Party for Two with Jon Liedtke
Party For Two discusses Mark Carney joining the Liberals, an the NDP ending the deal with the Liberals, the Bloc & by-elections, & social media regulations.
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Goose Snipers
Frazier, Kristen, & Jon are the panel and discuss Windsor grabbing $2mil for surpassing housing targets, a city hall comms shakeup, hospital hack monetary fallout for not paying the ransom, Tecumseh enabling a doubling of housing stock and getting $15mil & Lakeshore allowing fourplexes hoping to get $$$, Windsor pizza named number one in Canada,…
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What to make of the Liberals campaign director resigning
UWindsor political science department head Dr. Lydia Miljan discusses what to make of the Liberals campaign director resigning & election speculation.
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Cyclist charged post-collision with city vehicle reminder that all road users must follow laws
Ward 9 councillor Kieran McKenzie discuss a cyclist charged for running a red after colliding with a vehicle a reminder why all road users must follow laws.
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MP Masse demands Liberals hazardous materials be kept off bridge; discusses urban park status post-Liberal deal ending
Windsor West MP Masse calls for hazardous materials kept off Ambassador Bridge, & status of Ojibway National Urban Park post-end of NDP & Liberal deal.
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Salvation Army welcomes new executive director
Salvation Army’s new executive director Jason Linton joins Jon Liedtke on AM800 CKLW to discuss his new role and the Centre for Hope.
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New trends in food collaborations
Windsor Eats’ co-owner Adriano Ciotoli discusses new food collaborations including Cinnamon Toast Crunch BACON, KFC & KD Mac & Cheese, & Sour Patch Oreos.
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Calgary using water at ‘unsustainable rate’ post-water main issues
CTV Calgary’s Alesia Fieldberg discusses Calgary using water at an ‘unsustainable rate’ & what it means for ongoing water issues resulting from repairs.
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Was it smart for the NDP to kill the deal with the Liberals?
Liberal strategist Andrew Perez discusses the NDP ending its agreement with the Liberals and if its a smart move, election speculation, and what comes next.
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Concerns for Ojibway National Urban Park with NDP ending agreement with Liberals?
President of Friends of Ojibway Prairie Mike Fisher discusses if there are concerns for Ojibway National Urban Park advancing with the NDP/LPC deal ending.
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UWindsor’s first woman Chancellor stepping down in 2025
University of Windsor’s first woman Chancellor Dr. Mary Jo Haddad discusses her time as Chancellor, her accomplishments, and what comes next.
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Green Day rushed offstage in Detroit as drone delays show
Green Day concert attendee Kristen Siapas & drone videographer Drew Hyttenrauch discuss Green Day rushed offstage from their Detroit show due to a drone.
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Convenience Industry hails retail alcohol expansion as “milestone”
Convenience Industry Council of Canada’s Jeff Brownlee discusses Ontario alcohol retail expansion, ending ‘antiquated, prohibition’ rules & 9,300 new jobs.
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Forecasts suggest Stellantis to add new models to Windsor’s plant
Flavio Volpe discusses forecasts saying Stellantis eyeing 4 vehicles in Windsor: Dodge SUV & Charger EV & gas, Chrysler crossover, Pacifica & Grand Caravan.
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Online gambling risks two years in
Windsor West MPP Lisa Gretzky discusses the two year anniversary of Ontario launching online gambling and what the risks are to those with addiction issues.
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NDP pulling out of supply and confidence deal with Liberals
Windsor West Conservative Party of Canada riding association president Al Teshuba discuss the NDP pulling out of supply & confidence deal with the Liberals.
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How the international student study permit cap is affecting Windsor’s rental market
Goldmar Property Management’s Patrice Surette discusses 2024 international student study permits set 35% less than 2023 at 360K & how it impacts rentals.
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New brain imaging technique to detect “preserved consciousness” in apparent comatose patients following severe brain injury
Dr. Derek Debicki discusses a new brain imaging technique to detect “preserved consciousness” in apparent comatose patients following severe brain injury.
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Democrats Abroad rallying support for Harris-Walz ticket
Former US Ambassador to Canada Bruce Heyman discusses Democrats Abroad rallying support for Harris-Walz to inspire voters to stop former President Trump.
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Canada Geese droppings impacting Sandpoint Beach addressed in 2025 budget
Ward 7 councillor Angelo Marignani discusses Canada Geese dropping creating issues at Sandpoint Beach & different strategies to consider before a cull.
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China retaliates over EV tariffs with anti-dumping probe into Canadian canola imports
Windsor Tecumseh MP Brian Masse discusses China retaliating over EV tariffs with anti-dumping probe into Canadian canola imports.
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Canada Geese not recommended for death by city administration
Ward 3 councillor Renaldo Agostino joins Jon Liedtke on AM800 CKLW to discuss Windsor city administration saving Canadian Geese from a death cull & what mitigation measures are being considered to stop out of control population growth that one councillor is calling dangerous and a bio-hazard. This interview aired on AM800 CKLW. Find more of…
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Ontario gives Tecumseh 15 million for housing related infrastructure
Windsor Tecumseh MPP Andrew Dowie discusses Tecumseh receiving 15 million dollars from the province for housing related infrastructure.
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Ford Government gambling with students & education system – teachers union
OSSTF President Karen Littlewood discusses the new school year & why she thinks Premier Ford is gambling with the future of students & education system.
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Tech Talk with Carmi Levy
Tech Expert Carmi Levy discusses the most risky private spaceflight, Neuralink may have fixed its brain implants, & telecom fined $1mil for Biden deepfake.
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Former GOP congressman Joe Walsh discusses the US election & why Trump must be stopped
Former GOP congressman Joe Walsh joins discusses the 2024 USA Presidential Election and why former President Donald Trump must be stopped.
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What you need to know for BACK TO SCHOOL
Erin Roy (District President, Ontario Secondary School Teachers’ Federation) discusses what parents and guardians need to know about BACK TO SCHOOL!
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Friday Roundtable with Steve Erwin, David Cassidy, & Alicia Higgison
The Roundtable discusses Labour Day weekend plans, if the NDP should force an election, how to end homelessness, & police find stolen vehicle with new tech.
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Newstalk 1010: Jerry Agar Show – Party for Two with Jon Liedtke – WINDSOR SIMULCAST
Jerry & Jon discuss parents worried about flooding & schools, convenience store sells alcohol illegally, police tech, & Essex: Canada’s Pickleball Capital!
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Who Canadians are betting on to win the U.S. Presidency
PowerPlay.com’s Head of Content Larry Fisher discusses who Canadians are betting on to win the U.S. presidency, & how single event betting changed the game.
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Canadian Jewish institutions receive hundreds of bomb threats in one day
Windsor Jewish Federation executive director Marion Zeller discusses over 100 bomb threats targeted at Canadian Jewish institutions in one day.
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Ukraine flipped the script & invaded Russia – what’s next?
The Line columnist Adam Zivo discusses how Ukraine flipped the script by invading Russia, why Ukraine still needs allied support, & what might come next.
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MPP Anthony Leardi discusses Ontario energy expansion & protecting agricultural land
Essex MPP Anthony Leardi discusses new policies protecting agricultural land amid energy expansion and why it is necessary for our growing province.
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Sorry, Gary
Doug, Jon and Frazier talk about the Mayor’s comments on allegations against the chief of Police, library staff speaking out about violence and harrasment downtown, an encampment near the Legacy Beacon Streetcar, and the federal government identifying surplus federal property for affordable housing.
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Mounting concerns around young people’s device and social media
Dr. Kara Brisson-Boivin, MediaSmarts’ Director of Research, to discuss mounting concerns around youth device & social media usage & what you should know.
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Did you see that SEARS drone video?!
Drew Hyttenrauch of Hytt Films joins me to discuss the first-person drone video he produced of the SEARS demolition and the art of drone videography.
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MPP Andrew Dowie on alcohol coming to convenience stores on Sept 5.
Windsor Tecumseh MPP Andrew Dowie discusses beer, cider, wine, & mixed drinks expanding to convenience stores on Sept. 5 & what it means for Ontario.
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Canada levies 100% tariff on “extraordinary threat” Chinese EVs
APMA President Flavio Volpe discusses Canada imposing a 100% tariff on Chinese-made electric vehicles and 25% surtax on Chinese steel & aluminum.
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Ottawa announces temporary foreign worker restrictions after telling staff to skip fraud prevention steps
Windsor West MP Brian Masse discusses Ottawa limiting the temporary foreign worker program after mounting criticism of abuse the government acknowledges.
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LIVE FROM NEW YORK it’s 50 years of Saturday Night Live!
Podcast producer at Go Tell Someone Podcasts Ryan Richardson discusses Saturday Night Live turning 50, his new SNL podcast, and the impact of SNL.
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Last Call for Phog Lounge downtown set for Boxing Day pre-Erie Street move
Phog Lounge owner Tom Lucier & Windsor Eats co-owner Adriano Ciotoli discuss Phog Lounge moving to Erie Street next to Windsor Eats and Craft Heads.
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Ukrainian Independence Day mired with Russian airborne barrage
University of Ottawa’s chair of Ukrainian studies Dominique Arel discusses a Russian missile and drone attack shortly after Ukrainian Independence Day.
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Why Ontario should care about Alberta energy production
EnergiMedia publisher and CEO Markham Hislop discusses why Ontario should care about Alberta energy production & how the energy transition affect us all.
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Ottawa lists former Canada Post distribution facility for housing
Windsor Tecumseh MP Irek Kusmierczyk discusses Ottawa’s intention to transform Windsor’s east end old Canada Post distribution facility into housing.
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Doug, Cut the Tape!
Full house this time as Don, Frazier, Jon, Kristen and Doug discuss changes to rules around supervised consumption sites in Ontario, the the changes will have on SafePoint CTS in Windsor, Ontario municipalities requesting a housing and addictions minister, and Activate Transit Windsor-Essex’s report on their Bus-or-Bust public consultation.
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Newstalk 1010: Jerry Agar Show – Party for Two with Jon Liedtke – Aug 16, 2024
Jon Liedtke joins Jerry Agar to discuss if a cabinet shuffle helps Trudeau, Marineland woes, CBSA & deportee facial recognition, & 911 border reflections.
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Curler Murals
Frazier, Kristen & Doug discuss a new Windsor Public Library schedule receiving pushback from the library union & users over accessibility, if standardized hours meet individual neighborhood needs, & public consult. We also talk public art. It’s summer!
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How to make Windsor more attractive for young families
Ward 9 councillor Kieran McKenzie discusses why Windsor needs to focus on community development, affordability & transit to attract & retain young families.
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Does Canada need tariffs on Chinese EV imports?
APMA president Flavio Volpe & Jon Liedtke discuss the debate about Canada’s EV sector & the need for Chinese EV tariffs to protect our entire auto industry.
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David Moscrop answers what the hell is going on in Canadian politics
David Moscrop answers JUST WHAT THE HELL IS GOING ON in Canadian politics & the parties, partisanship & political dunking, elections, affordability & more!
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MP Masse on Gov. Tim Walz & need for strong cross-border relationship
MP Brian Masse joins Jon Liedtke to discuss his impressions of Dem VP nominee Tim Walz & to discuss the importance of the cross-border relationship.
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Navigating the USA Political Landscape with Joe Walsh
Former congressman Joe Walsh discusses the upcoming U.S. election & the need for strong U.S. leadership amid a fractured political landscape.
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More hydromorphone seizures
Adam Zivo (Centre for Responsible Drug Policy) discusses the latest seizures of hydromorphone, and responds to recent criticism regarding an error he made.
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We’re Cheap and, In Theory, We’re a City
Full house as Jon, Don, Frazier, Kristen and Doug talk about a ray of hope for University Players, a county satisfaction survey about TWEPI and IWE, and MacLeans magazine taking note of Windsor as one of Canada’s best affordable cities.
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Chinese EV maker BYD tells Ottawa it seeks to enter Canada
Guest Host Jon Liedtke is joined by Flavio Volpe, APMA president, to discuss Chinese EV maker BYD’s Canada entry-plan & what the implications are & can be.
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Windsor West Conservatives erect billboard thank former PM Harper for securing new bridge
Windsor West Conservative president Al Teshuba discusses a billboard his team put up near the new bridge thanking former PM Harper for approving the bridge.
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AM800 Roundtable with Councillors Renaldo Agostino & Angelo Marignani, & Luciana Rosu-Sieza
The Roundtable discusses the Olympics, should Windsor buy the Low-Martin House, downtown revitalization, & federal funding for city anti-renoviction bylaws.
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PRIDE SHABBAT at the Windsor Jewish Community Centre
Windsor Jewish Federation secretary Miriam Goldstein-Cedroni discusses the second annual PRIDE SHABBAT, an official event of Windsor Pride Fest!
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Adam Zivo: Ontario police blame safer supply for hydromorphone seizure increases
Adam Zivo (Centre for Responsible Drug Policy) discusses 2 Ontario police forces confirming hydromorphone seizures increased post-“safer supply” expansion.
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Gavin Booth on his new murder mystery series DREAMCRUSHER
Filmmaker & director Gavin Booth discusses his new murder mystery series DREAMCRUSHER & how viewers can win $100,000 if they solve the murder!
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AM800 Roundtable with Kieran McKenzie, Peter Hrastovec, & Syx Langeman
Ward 9 councillor Kieran McKenzie, Peter Hrastovec, & Syx Langeman discuss 311 issues, the housing crisis, local charities, & political discourse.
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Windsor’s Symbol of Friendship Display honours & recognize Windsor’s twin cities
Ward 9 councillor Kieran McKenzie discusses Windsor’s Symbol of Friendship Display that honours & recognizes Windsor’s official global twin cities.
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When protests turn violent & turn on the media
Reporter and lawyer Caryma S’ad joins Jon Liedtke on AM800 CKLW to discuss how she and her videographers are harassed and assaulted at public protests.
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AM800 Roundtable with Alicia Higgison, Ryan Richardson, & Vanessa Shields
Tecumseh councillor Alicia Higgison, Ryan Richardson, & Vanessa Shields discuss Windsor’s vacant home tax, Canada’s most burgled cities, & summer watchlists.
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How to enhance your data privacy amid constant data breaches
Marc Saltzman, Host of Tech Talk on AM800 CKLW Sundays 5-6pm, to discuss how to enhance your data privacy amidst data breaches.
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Essex MPP Leardi named Deputy Ontario Government House Leader
Essex MPP Anthony Leardi discusses his appointment as Parliamentary Assistant to the Minister of Health and Deputy House Leader at the Ontario legislature.
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AM800 Roundtable with Amherstburg deputy mayor Chris Gibb, Steven Wilder, & Shane Potvin
Chris Gibb, Steven Wilder, & Shane Potvin discuss data breaches & privacy, Transit Windsor overcrowding, EV slowdowns, & the 2024 Summer Olympics.
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Hezbollah rocket attack in northern Israeli village kills at least 12 children playing soccer
Canadian/Israeli Hockey & Mental Health Coach Michael Mazeika discusses a Hezbollah rocket attack in northern Israel that killed 12 children playing soccer.
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AM800 Roundtable with Greg Lemay and Darcie Renaud
Greg Lemay & Darcie Renaud discuss comments made GOP VP nominee J.D. Vance about “cat ladies” & if government crackdowns on grocers will lower prices.
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If there really is a “housing crisis”…
Frazier, Kristen, Jon and Doug talk about crime in Windsor, the City saying “no thanks” to the next round of federal housing funds, a medical data breach, and of course parking.
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Are Chinese-made EVs a national security threat?
APMA President Flavio Volpe joins Jon Liedtke on AM800 CKLW to discuss the national security risks posed by Chinese-made electric vehicles.
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Windsor Police: 45% of 2023 reported assaults related to Intimate Partner Violence
MPP Jess Dixon discusses Intimate Partner Violence & provides an update on the Intimate Partner Violence/Sexual Violence subcommittee that she is leading.
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AM800 Roundtable with Hilda MacDonald, Fred Francis, & Rukshini Goulin
Hilda MacDonald, Fred Francis, & Rukshini Pouniah Goulin discuss affordability, cost-sharing, duplication of services, taxation, homelessness, & more!
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Former US Ambassador to Canada Bruce Heyman reacts to President Biden not seeking reelection
Former US Ambassador to Canada Bruce Heyman discusses President Biden not seeking reelection, & cross-border politics in the next administration.
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CrowdStrike blames bug for global tech outage
CTV News tech expert Carmi Levy discusses the outcome of the CrowdStrike outage, why it happened, and how to ensure it doesn’t happen again.
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Advocating for Israeli hostages release from Hamas
IDF Captain (reserves) Moshe Lavi discusses his advocacy for the release of his brother-in-law Omri Miran, who was abducted by Hamas terrorists on Oct. 7.
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Is the Liberal Party a ‘caucus sleepwalking to its death’?
Liberal strategist Andrew Perez discusses leadership politics following Biden saying he’s not seeking reelection & if the Liberals should drop PM Trudeau.
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AM800 CKLW Roundtable with MPs Brian Masse & Irek Kusmierczyk
Windsor MPs Brian Masse & Irek Kusmierczyk discuss the new bridge, Ojibway National Urban Park, Canadian politics, & Pierre Poilievre.
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World Hepatitis Day
Amy Visser & Razane Diab join Jon Liedtke on AM800 CKLW to discuss World Hepatis Day (July 28) and the Hepatitis C & Sexual Health Fair.
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Jasper Wildfires Update
Canadian Press reporter & editor David Boles discusses the ongoing Jasper wildfires in Alberta and what the situation on the ground is like for evacuees.
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United States Secret Service director resigns
NBC News reporter Erin Real discusses the United States Secret Service Director resignation following the attempted assassination of former President Trump.
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AM800 CKLW Wednesday Roundtable with Brian Yeomans, Shawn Lippert, & Angela Yakonich
Brian Yeomans, Shawn Lippert, & Angela Yakonich discuss if Trump or Harris is better for Canada, Windsor refused housing money & parking meter decisions!
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LCBO strike ends; alcohol retail expands
Essex MPP Anthony Leardi discusses the end of the first strike of the LCBO in Ontario history and alcohol retail expanding to thousands of new locations.
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MP Masse pushes U.S. to reduce “challenging” dog-rabies regulations for Canadians
Windsor West MP Brian Masse discusses new U.S. regulations to reduce the entry of dog-rabies and why Canadians should be exempt from the regulations.
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Windsor refuses Housing Accelerator Funds – again
Dan Gemus of the Dan Gemus Real Estate Team discusses Windsor refusing to allow four-units-by-right & the money from the Housing Accelerator Fund.
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AM800 CKLW Tuesday Roundtable with Melinda Munro and Syx Langeman
The Roundtable discusses the H4 business case, home construction increases, a new mental health crisis program, & the future of the LCBO.
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What does President Biden ending his POTUS re-election bid mean for the election?
Dr. Stephen J. Farnsworth, Center for Leadership & Media Studies at the University of Mary Washington discusses President Biden ending his reelection bid.
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Former 2020 GOP presidential candidate & congressman Joe Walsh on President Biden ending POTUS re-election bid
Former 2020 GOP presidential candidate & congressman Joe Walsh discusses President Joe Biden ending his 2024 USA Presidential Election re-election bid.
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Canada has the power (generators) to help beat Russia
National Post columnist Adam Zivo joins Jon Liedtke on AM800 CKLW to discuss how Canada can help Ukraine beat Russia with power generators.
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AM800 CKLW Monday Roundtable with Councillor James Dorner, Irene Moore Davis, & Tracy Martens
James Dorner, Irene Moore Davis, & Tracy Martens discuss President Biden ending his POTUS bid, VP Harris’ chances, LCBO strike ends, & CrowdStrike outcomes.
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Pause The Show!
Jon, Frazier, Kristen and Doug is your panel this week. The panel reviews Thom Hunt’s lawsuit against the City of Windsor, convenience stores entering the alcohol market, and a major transit investment announcement.
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AM800 CKLW Roundtable with Dan MacDonald, Steve Wilder, Chris MacLeod, & Jon Liedtke – July 15, 2024
The Roundtable discusses the assassination attempt of former President Trump & the surge in business for private alcohol & cannabis due to the LCBO strike.
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Places Should be Inhabitable
Jon, Frazier, Kristen, and Doug talk about the ongoing LCBO strike, a change in the size of the police board, an ask about air conditioning, and a new crime reporting tool in Windsor.
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AM800 CKLW Roundtable with Dan MacDonald, Shane Potvin, Jada Malott, & Jon Liedtke – July 9, 2024
Jon Liedtke, Jada Malott & Shane Potvin join Dan MacDonald to discuss AM800 CKLW’s News Poll, staycation spots in and around town, the LCBO strike & more!
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MPP Lisa Gretzky on the LCBO strike
Windsor West MPP Lisa Gretzky joins AM800 CKLW’s Jon Liedtke on The Shift to discuss the LCBO strike.
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The threat of Ontario’s diminishing healthcare system demands immediate action to combat nursing shortage
Chief Strategy Officer of WeRPN Tiff Blair discusses the state of the Ontario healthcare system and why she is concerned about a nursing shortage.
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MPP Andrew Dowie on the LCBO strike
Windsor Tecumseh MPP Andrew Dowie joins AM800 CKLW’s Jon Liedtke on The Shift to discuss the LCBO strike.
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How the LCBO strike will affect Maiden Lane Wine and Spirits
Maiden Lane Wine and Spirits owner Mark Dutka discusses how the LCBO strike will impact his business and what it means for consumers.
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A Tale of Two Prison Staffing Shortages
Bobby Russon Criminal Defence discusses the discrepancy between how Michigan and Ontario are seeking to deal with staffing shortages at prisons.
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Injunctions, protests, & where we are as a country
Order of Canada recipient and APMA president Flavio Volpe discusses injunctions & protests, another summer of protests, and opine on the mood of Canada.
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A contract and a broken pool cue
Kingsville floats moving Halloween, healthcare provider and police partnership in Windsor, Contract talks conclude between library workers and City, and Mold industry challenges
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MP Anthony Housefather targeted with antisemitic hate
MP Anthony Housefather discusses an antisemitic poster which called him a “neo-Nazi” and said he should leave Canada that was posted in his riding.
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How is Windsor Eats preparing for a possible LCBO strike?
Windsor Eats co-owner Adriano Ciotoli discusses how he’s prepared for a potential LCBO strike and what events are happening at his food hall this weekend.
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Is Loblaw ditching No Frills bulk deals fair play or a price hike in disguise?
Dr. Sylvain Charblebois discusses his Toronto Sun column about Loblaw’s ending bulk deals at No Frills and what it means for consumers.
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We either help Ukraine now, or face a possible Russian threat ourselves in the future
National Post columnist Adam Zivo discusses his column about why helping Ukraine today can help avoid a confrontation with Russia in the future.
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Summer real estate outlook
Dan Gemus joins AM800 CKLW’s Jon Liedtke on The Shift to discuss what to expect in the real estate market this summer in Windsor Essex.
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Newstalk 1010: Jim Richards’ The Rundown with Jon Liedtke and Stephen Murdoch – July 3, 2024
The Rundown discusses if Canada’s home prices are encouraging an immigrant exodus, U of T encampment cleared, & Trudeau, Stampede, & what’s next.
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Jazz in the Parks swings into session
Just Cake Productions co-organizer Kristen Siapas discusses the launch of Jazz in the Parks and what residents can expect at upcoming shows.
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Ottawa’s Canada Day celebrations and protests
Lawyer & journalist Caryma Sa’d discusses Canada Day Ottawa trip to take in the celebrations and protests that brought so many people to the streets.
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University of Toronto pro-Palestine / anti-Israel encampment clearance injunction granted
National Post columnist Warren Kinsella discusses the injunction granted to clear the pro-Palestine & anti-Israel encampment at the University of Toronto.
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PC MPP Jess Dixon co-leading Ontario Government Intimate Partner Violence subcommittee
MPP Jess Dixon (Kitchener South-Hespeler) discusses co-leading a Queen’s Park Intimate Partner Violence subcommittee and what she hopes to achieve.
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What does the future of Windsor Essex transit look like?
Ward 7 councillor Angelo Marignani discusses the future of transit in Windsor Essex and what’s required for expanded access and sustainable growth.
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Police warn of scammers impersonating the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre
MP Brian Masse (Windsor West) joins AM800 CKLW’s Jon Liedtke to discuss a warning that scammers are impersonating the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre.
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Deal reached in WestJet mechanics’ strike but travel disruptions still expected
Gabor Lukcas, President, Air Passenger Rights Canada discusses the deal between WestJet & its mechanics that ended the strike & what travellers should know.
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London Police say hydromorphone seizures up 3,000% post-safer supply expansion but failed to disclose publicly
Adam Zivo, Director of the Centre for Responsible Drug Policy discusses London Police admitting legal opioid seizures up 3,000% post-safer supply expansion.
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Perez: Why Trudeau should step aside for a renewal of the Liberal Party of Canada
Andrew Perez, Perez Strategies & Liberal strategist discusses his belief that Prime Minister Trudeau should step down for the sake of the party & renewal.
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U.S. Supreme Court rules Trump has immunity for official, not private acts
Dr. Stephen J. Farnsworth of the University of Mary Washington discusses the U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling former President Trump & immunity.
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WIFF WEEKEND FLICK PICKS
WIFF executive director Vincent Georgie discuss the potential closure of Toronto’s independent Revue Theatre & provide his WIFF Weekend Flick Picks.
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DNA Showcase featuring Curtis Young coming to Windsor
Rapper and entrepreneur Curtis Young discuss his career, interacting in the music industry as Dr. Dre’s son, & his upcoming Windsor Ontario showcase.
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International Space Station update!
Canada Space Mining Corp. CEO Daniel Sax provides an update about the International Space Station, a new Canadarm, and space tourism and space hotels.
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First USA presidential debate recap
Aaron Kall, Director of Debate at the University of Michigan recaps the first USA presidential debate between Presidents Joe Biden & Donald Trump.
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AM800 CKLW Roundtable with MPP Lisa Gretzky, Greg Lemay, & Paul Synnott
MPP Lisa Gretzky, Greg Lemay, & Paul Synnott discuss if the LCBO strikes, the US Presidential debate, Canada’s dental plan, & intimate partner violence.
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Toys “R” Us launches generative AI video ad
CTV Tech Expert Carmi Levy discusses a Toys “R” Us video that was made with generative AI & what it means for all of us that AI is advancing so fast.
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AM800 CKLW Roundtable with Fred Francis, Hilda MacDonald, & Rukshini-Pooniah-Goulin – June 27, 2024
The Roundtable discusses UWindsor board “blindsided” by University Players closure, GECDSB heated meetings, affordable housing, & more!
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Newstalk 1010 The Rundown with Richard Crouse, Jon Liedtke & Stephen Murdoch
The Rundown on renting or buying, Ontario Science Centre closure, puppy mills made illegal, UWaterloo encampment to court, & Alberta dental plan opt-out.
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Just Another Day at The GECDSB
Jon, Frazier and Doug chat about goings-on in the County of Essex: a new transit route for Amherstburg and a pay raise for County Council. Later, we discuss some breaking school board news.
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How to protect yourself from carjackings and car theft
CTV crime specialist Mark Mendelson discusses how to protect yourself from car-jackings and car-thefts amidst a rise in Ontario crimes targeting vehicles.
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Does Windsor needs more arts funding?
Local theatre producer & arts entrepreneur Martin Ouellette discusses how much Windsor spends on arts funding annually & why it needs to be increased.
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AM800 CKLW Roundtable with Mayor Dennis Rogers, Councillor Molly Allaire, & Kristen Siapas – June 26, 2024
The roundtable discusses Ontario bans puppy mills, if Windsor needs river taxis, an early Ontario election?, & more!
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One-on-One with Canada’s Health Minister Mark Holland
Canada’s Minister of Health Mark Holland discusses federal dental care, healthcare investments, social media influencers, & the Liberal by-election loss.
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AM800 CKLW Tuesday Roundtable with Luciana Rosu-Sieza, Murad Erzinclioglu, and Ryan Richardson – June 25, 2024
The Roundtable discusses Stanley Cup Game 7 Oilers loss, 2024 Fireworks Night, Chinese EV tariffs, West Nile Virus, and preserving our architectural history.
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AM800 CKLW Monday Roundtable with MPP Andrew Dowie, Essex Deputy Mayor Robbie Shepley, and Kristen Siapas – June 25, 2024
The Roundtable discusses Canada’s new school food program, Windsor’s home affordability, six-day work weeks, & Trump proposes green cards for graduates.
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NDP support 100% tariff on Chinese EVs
Windsor West MP Brian Masse joins AM800 CKLW’s Jon Liedtke to discuss the NDP’s support for a 100% tariff on Chinese EV imports and why it’s necessary.
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Reflecting on the legacy of Donald Sutherland
Host of 20 Years of 24 Ryan Richardson discusses the legacy, & impact of Donald Sutherland and the conversation he had with Kiefer Sutherland about his dad.
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Ontario considers revising housing start process after cities raised concerns
Ward 9 councillor Kieran McKenzie discusses the province considering revising how it counts housing starts after cities raised concerns of under counting.
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2024 Carrousel of the Nations kicks off second weekend
Executive director of the Multicultural Council of Windsor Essex & Ward 1 city councillor Fred Francis discuss the second weekend of Carrousel of Nations.
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Safer supply advocate admits kids likely use diverted drugs
Director of the Centre for Responsible Drug Policy Adam Zivo discusses his column about a safe supply advocate admitting kids likely use diverted opioids.
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The reality of renting & home buying hurdles in Ontario
Royal LePage Chief Operating Officer Karen Yolevski joins AM800 CKLW’s Jon Liedtke to discuss the realities of renting & home buying in Ontario.
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Windsor Tecumseh MPP Andrew Dowie on his QP vote-count record & Premier Ford’s call for 100% tariff on Chinese EVs
Windsor Tecumseh MPP Andrew Dowie discusses his vote-count record, time at QP versus his riding, & Premier Ford’s call for a 100% tariff on Chinese EVs.
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New housing facility and life skills programming for at risk youth
Windsor Essex Community Housing Corporation CEO Cynthia Summers discusses a new supportive housing complex for at-risk youth with life skills training.
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Netflix changed content distribution; now its changing marketing
Filmmaker & producer Gavin Booth discusses Netflix’s new immersive experience located in former department stores called Netflix House.
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New battery tech 100X more powerful than currently available
CTV Tech Expert Carmi Levy joins Jon Liedtke on AM800 CKLW discuss a new battery technology that is 100X more powerful than what’s on the market currently.
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Newstalk 1010: Jim Richards’ The Rundown with Jon Liedtke & Jimmy Zoubris – June 19, 2024
The Rundown discusses Trudeau’s continually dropping approvals, a Quebec court ruling against McGill’s encampment injunction, #BailNotJail, & AI regs.
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If LCBO strikes what happens to restaurants, hotels, & motels that serve?
Ontario Restaurant Hotel and Motel Association President and CEO Tony Elenis discusses what happens to his membership if the LCBO strikes.
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Ontario NDP leader Marit Stiles tours Windsor-Essex with MPP Lisa Gretzky
Windsor Tecumseh MPP Lisa Gretzky discusses ONDP leader Marit Stiles’ local tour, extreme heat, Intimate Partner Violence, Downtown Mission & Welcome Centre
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Food ration cuts create severe & life-threatening consequences for global youth
World Vision Canada President & CEO Michael Messenger discusses food ration cuts creating severe & life-threatening consequences for youth globally.
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A.I. Drive-Thru Chatbots
CTV tech expert Carmi Levy joins Jon Liedtke on AM800 CKLW to discuss A.I. drive-thru chatbots and what the future of fast food might look like.
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New Food Banks Canada Report Highlights Hidden Poverty in Canada
Food Banks Canada research director & report co-author Richard Matern discusses the latest Food Bank Canada report highlighting hidden poverty in Canada.
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Bear Spraying Penguin With Water
Jon, Frazier, Kristen, and Doug talk about spending cuts at the University of Windsor and the decline of Windsor water fountains.
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University Players ceasing operations due to budget realignment
Affected UWindsor staff member & local director and arts board member Kristen Siapas discusses University Players closing due to a budget realignment.
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Windsor jury finds accused not guilty of murder after deadly street fight
Criminal defence lawyer and defence co-counsel Bobby Russon discusses a jury delivering a not-guilty verdict in a second-degree murder case he worked on.
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Windsor has splash-pads, a beach, cooling centres and…11 working outdoor drinking fountains
Ward 9 councillor Kieran McKenzie discusses if Windsor’s 11 outdoor drinking fountains are enough during extreme heat days & what else the city offers.
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Windsor-Essex “Canada’s Automobility Capital” exhibits at one of the world’s biggest tech conferences
Invest Windsor Essex’s executive director automobility and innovation Ed Dawson discusses the Windsor-Essex region showcasing at Collision tech conference.
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CMHA Windsor-Essex receives platinum award for provincial Bereavement Resources Campaign
Director, Communications & Mental Health Promotion Kim Willis at CMHA Windsor-Essex discusses CMHA Windsor-Essex receiving a platinum award.
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How does the Downtown Mission deal with extreme heat days?
Downtown Mission executive director Rukshini Ponniah-Goulin discusses how her organization deals with extreme heat days & what it means for their clients.
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Is Canada’s EV industry at risk without ongoing US EV support?
APMA president Flavio Volpe discusses if Canada’s EV industry is at risk without ongoing USA EV support as the industry is centred in the electoral battle.
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AM800 CKLW Roundtable with Dan MacDonald, Jon Liedtke, Vanessa Shield, & Jada Mallot – June 17, 2024
The roundtable discusses favourite bars & restaurants from Windsor’s past, AI, theft from Windsor Eats Food Hall and other local establishments, and more!
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Mega, Mega Hospital
Don, Jon, Kristen and Doug talk about the increase in tourism, Windsor’s GDP, a rough budget meeting at the school board and the decision around the downtown skating rink.
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Movies filmed in & set in Detroit
Host of the Go Tell Someone podcast Ryan Richardson joins Jon Liedtke on AM800 CKLW to talk about movies that are filmed in and set in Detroit.
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Newstalk 1010: Jim Richards’ The Rundown with Jon Liedtke & Tim Powers – June 13, 2024
The Rundown discusses Poilievre forgoing security clearance, youth hockey participation decline, lottery tickets in The Beer Store, political dress, & more!
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Record 50,000 walk for Israel in Toronto
National Post & Toronto Sun columnist & Daisy Group president Warren Kinsella discusses a record 50,000 participants at Toronto’s Walk with Israel march.
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WIFF Under the Stars recap
Windsor International Film Festival executive director and chief programmer Vincent Georgie joins Jon Liedtke on AM800 CKLW to recap WIFF Under the Stars.
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Michigan Central Station REBORN
Ryan Richardson discusses Michigan Central Station’s 6 years of renovations which cost $1 billion, & a star-studded concert 111 years in the making.
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Food halls growing in popularity across Canada
Windsor Eats Food Hall co-owner Adriano Ciotoli discusses food halls growing in popularity, the Windsor Eats Food Hall, & why they work for all involved.
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What gay Israelis think about anti-Israel protests
National Post columnist Adam Zivo joins Jon Liedtke on AM800 CKLW to discuss his latest column, “What gay Israelis think about anti-Israel protests”.
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LIVE from the 2024 Federation of Canadian Municipalities conference
Ward 3 councillor Renaldo Agostino discusses the Federation of Canadian Municipalities conference, what he’s learning & what tools he wants to bring home.
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AM800 Friday Roundtable with Councillor Jim Morrison, & Tracey Ramsey – June 7, 2024
The roundtable discusses an average $35 wage, Windsor-Essex’s worst intersection, free alcohol on flights, grocery cart courtesy, & more!
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Talking Tech with Carmi Levy
Tech expert Carmi Levy discusses online streaming services must pay for Canadian news, Canada falling short on fighting cybercrime, & AI headphones.
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Ottawa unveils $500B Climate Change adaptation fund
Windsor Tecumseh MP Irek Kusmierczyk discusses $500 billion of new climate adaptation funding for municipalities to prepare for & adapt to climate change.
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Newstalk 1010: Jim Richards’ The Rundown with Jon Liedtke & Stephen Murdoch
Two post-tonsil surgery deaths, interest rate cut, Italy travel advisory, TTC strike, vampire facials, forest bathing, & Spock isn’t logical at restaurants!
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Adam Zivo: Tales of a safe-supply child soldier
Adam Zivo discusses his column about a teenage former drug dealer who trafficked diverted government-funded “safer supply” drugs for a Vancouver gang.
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AM800 Roundtable with Fred Francis, Hilda MacDonald, & Rukshini Goulin
The Roundtable discusses if foreign-conspiring MPs should be revealed, honouring our Veterans, downtown Windsor revitalization, & if transit is essential.
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What would make downtown Windsor great?
Ward 1 councillor Fred Francis joins Jon Liedtke on AM800 CKLW to discuss what could make downtown Windsor great.
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Mousetrap pop-up artist bazaar
Mousetrap owner and organizer Murad Erzinclioglu discusses this weekend’s upcoming Mousetrap pop-up artist bazaar at the Dominion House.
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Are Canadians getting more hesitant on purchasing EVs?
APMA Canada president Flavio Volpe discusses if Canadians are hesitant on EV buying, what that means for the industry & Windsor, & how to change attitudes.
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Pharmacare bill heads to Senate after clearing House
Windsor West MP Brian Masse discusses the pharmacare bill crafted by the Liberals & the NDP heading to the Senate & what to expect regarding medications.
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Fixed or variable? Mortgages advice for Canadians up for renewal
Mortgage Specialist Ron Bondy joins to inform Canadians up for mortgage renewal about the costs and benefits of fixed and variable mortgages.
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After two monthly opioid alerts, should the consumption & treatment site reopen?
MPP Andrew Dowie & councillor Andrew Dowie discusses if SafePoint CTS should reopen following two monthly opioid alerts and what the province’s role is.
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AM800 Roundtable w/ Kieran McKenzie, Molly Allaire, & Craig Pearson
Local health alert opioid-related ODs spurs alert, Ottawa won’t say if alleged foreign-conspiring MPs to be revealed, EV hesitation, & a grocery price cap.
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Targeted Benihana Shower Ads
Jon, Frazier, Kristen and Doug cover the latest in Windsor Arena and Roseland redevelopments, muse a bit about public consultations and discuss the controversy over an interrupted delegation at the GECDSB meeting.
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How will a CBSA strike affect the Windsor-Detroit tunnel?
Windsor-Detroit Tunnel Corp. CEO Tal Czudner discusses summer tunnel crossings, post-COVID traffic recovery, & how a strike or slowdown affects operations.
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AM800 Tuesday Roundtable with Sherry Bondy, Robbie Shepley, & Luciana Rosu-Sieza – June 4/24
The roundtable discusses Windsor Arena’s future as housing, expanding publicly funded but private CT & MRI scans, leaving Canada due cost of living, & more!
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Questioning AI in films with filmmaker Gavin Michael Booth
Filmmaker Gavin Michael Booth discusses the use of AI in the film and more broadly, what it means for creatives, & where he sees the industry in five years.
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Sand Point Beach new fencing extends into river after latest 2 drownings
Ward 7 councillor Angelo Marignani discusses new fencing installed at Sandpoint Beach following two drownings and what will be done to improve the beach.
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AM800 Monday Roundtable w/ Kristen Siapas & Paul Synnott
The Roundtable discusses removing cash from parking metres, Windsor Arena as housing, restaurants charging to share meals, financial literacy, & more!
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A Noticable Bulge
Jon, Frazier and Doug are your panelists today. Your topics this week: Brian Masse’s National Urban Park Private Member’s Bill hits a snag, funding for the civic esplanade is delayed, and new population estimates for Windsor-Essex.
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AM800 CKLW Roundtable with Dan MacDonald, Jon Liedtke, Chris MacLeod, & Brian Yeomans – May 27, 2024
The Roundtable discusses Windsor’s new civic esplanade ice rink $6 million over budget, downtown Windsor & safety, & Ontario private alcohol sales.
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Newstalk 1010: Jim Richards’ The Rundown with Jon Liedtke and Stephen Murdoch – May 22, 2024
The Rundown discusses third party election ads, new DUI laws, mandatory tipping?, grocers’ excess profit tax, food inflation, & Canada’s new dental plan.
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Money Laundering with “Dawn”
Jon, Don and Doug chat about Windsor Regional Hospital CEO David Musyj heading to London, and the big show at City Council around the downtown safety and security initiative.
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BORG drinking: How dangerous is excessive drinking?
Montreal emergency medicine specialist Dr. Mitch Shulman discusses excessive drinking, combining energy drinks, and how all are a risk to your health.
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Analyzing Ontario’s new DUI legislation
Criminal Lawyer Boris Bytensky analyzes Ontario’s new DUI legislation which allows charges be downgraded to Highway Traffic Act offenses from Criminal Code.
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Tuesday Roundtable with Paul Synnott, Mayor Sherry Bondy, & Darcie Renaud – May 21, 2024
The Roundtable discusses Windsor ranks fifth nationally in home mortgage repayment, if seeing police makes you feel safe, AI & trust, & Loblaw’s boycott.
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Newstalk 1010: Jim Richards’ The Rundown with Jon Liedtke and Stephen Murdoch
The Rundown discusses the torrent of antisemitism Jon Liedtke faced after going viral for posting an image to Twitter of a hat that said “Fuck Hamas”.
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AM800 CKLW Roundtable with Dan MacDonald, Craig Pearson, Adriano Ciotoli, & Jon Liedtke – MAY 13 2024
The Roundtable discusses the recent Aurora Borealis display, how to help downtown Windsor, whether we can have political discussions respectfully, & more!
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Break Out the Bubble Machine
Don, Jon, Kristen and Doug are your panel as we discuss developers supporting Strengthen The Core, a new chief of staff for Mayor Drew Dilkens, and the latest unemployment figures from Statistics Canada’s official random number generator.
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KVETCH with Jon Liedtke – Adam Zivo LIVE FROM ISRAEL
National Post columnist Adam Zivo discusses his Israel trip to learn about the October 7th Hamas terrorist attack massacre from people affected by it.
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Seven Minutes in Heaven
Full house as Jon, Don, Kristen, Frazier and Doug discuss the Housing and Homelessness Help Hub, the Strengthen the Core initiative, and Ontario byelections.
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Windsor Eats new food Japanese street-food truck
Windsor Eats’ co-owner Adriano Ciotoli joins Jon Liedtke on AM800 CKLW to discuss a new Japanese street-food truck and his upcoming events in May.
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Refugees welcomed in Windsor
Multicultural Council of Windsor and Essex County executive director & Ward 1 councillor Fred Francis discusses refugees being welcomed in Windsor.
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What’s going on at the University of Toronto’s anti-Israel and encampments?
Lawyer and reporter Caryma Sa’d joins Jon Liedtke on AM800 CKLW to discuss what she’s seen at Toronto’s anti-Israel and pro-Palestine encampments.
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AM800 Roundtable with Jen Strong & Joe Bachetti – May 3 2024
The Roundtable discusses if free speech is in danger, what downtown needs to thrive, mandatory highway alcohol testing, & school pick-up madness.
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UWindsor student says campus is unsafe for openly proud Jews
University of Windsor Jewish Students’ Association president Justin Hebert discusses antisemitism on Canadian campuses & anti-Israel encampments.
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The State of Downtown
Tom Lucier, Owner of Phog Lounge & Metero discusses the state of downtown regarding crime, law and order, and what the reality is for business owners.
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ALL THINGS VINYL RECORDS
Syx Langmann, Ryan Richardson, and Josh Reid discuss all things about vinyl records: a documentary about vinyl, events about vinyl, and vinyl pop-up sales.
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Newstalk 1010 Jim Richards’ The Rundown with Jon Liedtke and Kalvin Reid – April 30, 2024
The Rundown discusses unbecoming parliamentary language, a horrific 401 accident involving police, capital gains & the budget, & a proposed Loblaws boycott.
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Homelessness & Housing Help Hub (H4) location chosen
Andrew Daher, Commissioner Human & Health Services Corporate Leader at City of Windsor discusses the new Homelessness & Housing Help Hub location.
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AM800 Roundtable with MPP Dowie, Councillor Tonial, & Rino Bortolin
MPP Andrew Dowie, Councillor Rick Tonial, & Rino Bortolin discuss the H4 Hub location being chosen & Ontario bans cellphones in school.
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AM800 CKLW Roundtable with Jon Liedtke, Kieran McKenzie, Greg Lemay, & Dan MacDonald – April 29, 2024
Jon Liedtke, Kieran McKenzie, Greg Lemay, & Dan MacDonald discuss EV infrastructure, Ontario banning cell phones in class, & Windsor’s NFL draft party.
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What’s a Caltrop?
Regular panelists Jon, Frazier, Kristen and Doug are joined by guest panelist Darcie Renaud who joins us to break some news. After that, the panel discusses the City of Windsor employee satisfaction survey and the proposed investment in downtown revitalization.
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B.C. seeks ban on using drugs in ‘all public spaces,’ shifting approach to decriminalization
Adam Zivo, of the Centre For Responsible Drug Policy discusses B.C. moving to re-criminalize public drug use to give police more enforcement power.
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City Public Information Centre on historic Jackson Park Bandshell’s future
Kristen Siapas (Just Cake Productions’ Jazz in the Park co-producer & Rose City Politics co-host) discusses the historic Jackson Park Bandshell’s future.
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City of Windsor employee survey cites numerous areas for improvement
Kiljon Shukullari, HR Advice Manager at Peninsula Canada discusses a recent Retention and Employee Experience roadmap developed for the City of Windsor.
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How will Honda’s $15-Billion investment affect Windsor-Essex?
APMA Canada president Flavio Volpe discusses Honda’s $15-Billion investment & what it means for Windsor-Essex, & explains the subsidies & expected ROI.
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The 19-Litre Saskatchewan Mickey eclipses Ontario’s 3-L Texas Mickey and Alberta’s 4-L milk jug vodka
National Post Parliament bureau reporter Bryan Passifiume joins to discussn the 19-litre “Saskatchewan mickey” which has a suggested price of $499.
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Father united with unknown son after 58 years
Windsorite Jim Oran discusses his emotions when meeting his unknown son, Michael Anderberg, due to a DNA test, for the first time, after 58 years.
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Essex Mayor responds to performers anger at request for unpaid performance
Essex Mayor Sherry Bondy discusses the town’s request for unpaid music at its upcoming summer park series & area performers expressing anger towards it.
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B.C. police chiefs’ president says half of hydromorphone recently seized from safer supply
Adam Zivo, Executive Director of the Centre For Responsible Drug Policy discusses his recent column about safer supply opioids illicitly sold in B.C..
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Newstalk 1010: Jim Richards’ The Rundown with Stephen Murdoch & Jon Liedtke
The Rundown on Trudeau & Poilievre’s battles, raising highway speed limits, rent affecting credit scores, capital gains, & suspected foodbank exploitation.
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AM800CKLW Monday Roundtable with Dan MacDonald, Tracey Ramsey, Rob Shepley, & Jon Liedtke
The Monday Roundtable discusses reducing plastic usage, downtown’s illicit magic mushroom store, & addictions & mental health related to SafePoint CTS.
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Downtown magic mushroom store raided, again
Ward 3 councillor Renaldo Agostino joins to discuss downtown’s Fun Guyz illegal magic mushroom store being raided again and the state of downtown.
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Canadian Breakfast Habits
Dr. Sylvain Charlebois of the Agri-Food Analytics Lab Faculty of Agriculture discusses that a majority of Canadians still start the day with breakfast.
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A Streetcar Named Controversy: Lawsuit ensnares council
Allegations of corruption surround the Legacy Beacon Streetcar’s actual costs, & Ward 9’s Kieran McKenzie discusses his thoughts & trust in government.
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Newstalk 1010: Jim Richards’ The Rundown with Jon Liedtke and Mark Mendelson – April 17 2024
The Rundown discusses the federal budget, an airport gold heist, an early Ontario election?, & pro-Palestine protesters blocking critical infrastructure.
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The Greatest Employment Lawyer Canada Has Ever Seen
Don, Jon, Frazier and Doug round up the latest employment news in this soft pilot of our new HR podcast.
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Monday Roundtable with Dan MacDonald, Jon Liedtke, Irene Moore Davis, & Serena Ellwood
Monday’s Roundtable discusses the best ways to travel, pedestrians & right of way, long-term care workers seeking better conditions, & neighborhood menaces.
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Keeping up with China’s EV Industry
Markham Hislop, CEO & Publisher of Energi Media discusses keeping up with China’s EV industry and the risks to legacy automakers & Canada of not doing so.
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The Knob’s Downtown
A councillor wants a Transit Windsor service delivery report, Art Windsor Essex auctioning off some works, & the public-school board faces a deficit.
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Newstalk Tonight’s The Rundown with Jon Liedtke and Mark Mendelson – April 9, 2024
The Rundown on Vaughan cracking down on illegal car rallies, Humboldt Broncos bus crash driver deportation set, & Jagmeet Singh’s excess profit tax demand.
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Six-months post-Hamas invaded Israel spurring current conflict
CTV National News’ Tony Grace discusses six months passing since Hamas’ attack on Israel, the prospects of a ceasefire, & what comes next.
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Ex-Wagner fighter blames Putin for Russian concert hall attack
Adam Zivo joins to discuss his column which details why an ex-Wagner fighter believes Russian incompetence, & not Ukraine, is to blame for the attack.
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What’s in a (school) name?
Kingsville’s Deputy Mayor says the public school board’s suggested – & chosen – new school name is worse than prior choice due to another vulgar acronym.
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Newstalk 1010: Jim Richards’ The Rundown with Jon Liedtke and Mark Mendelson
The Rundown on Trudeau’s new housing infrastructure fund & limiting temp. immigration, unsuspected smuggling via Airtags, and housing in B.C. & Montreal.
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AM800 CKLW Monday Roundtable with Dan MacDonald, Kristin Siapas, Mayor Dennis Rogers, & Jon Liedtke
Jon Liedke, Kristen Siapas and Dennis Rogers discussing the News Poll, April Fools jokes, Ontario school boards suing social media companies, and more!
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KVETCHING on Housing Rhetoric, Ontario’s Budget, anti-Israel propaganda, & MPs’ pensions
KVETCHING on Housing Rhetoric with Mayor Dilkens, Ontario’s Budget with local MPPs, anti-Israelists with Warren Kinsella, & MPs’ pensions with Lydia Miljan.
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KINSELLACAST 305: SFH RIDES AGAIN! Brady, Liedtke, Adler – plus Television, SFH and Hot Nasties!
Warren Kinsella’s Kinsellacast features Brady, Adler, SFH, Hot Nasties, & Liedtke to discuss anti-Israel propaganda.
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AM800 Thursday Roundtable
Thursday’s Roundtable discusses vacant home taxes, Windsor’s residential rental licensing bylaw, no-show restaurant fees, & favourite Easter treats.
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2024 Ontario Budget – Chamber of Commerce reaction
Windsor-Essex Regional Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Rakesh Naidu joins Jon Liedtke on AM800 CKLW to react to the 2024 Ontario Budget.
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2024 Ontario Budget – MPP Lisa Gretzky reaction
Windsor West MPP Lisa Gretzky joins Jon Liedtke on AM800 CKLW to react to the 2024 Ontario Budget.
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2024 Ontario Budget – MPP Dowie reaction
Windsor Tecumseh MPP Andrew Dowie joins Jon Liedtke on AM800 CKLW to discuss the 2024 Ontario Budget and provide his reaction.
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Newstalk 1010: Jim Richards’ The Rundown with Jon Liedtke and Kalvin Reid
The Rundown on Baltimore’s bridge collapse, Mulcair about Poilievre’s polling & vulnerability, Greece wanting Canadian LNG, & Florida social media bans.
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2024 Ontario Budget – MPP Leardi reaction
Essex MPP Anthony Leardi joins Jon Liedtke on AM800 CKLW to react to the 2024 Ontario Budget.
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Ontario tourism still not at pre-pandemic levels
Windsor Eats’ co-owner Adriano Ciotoli discusses the Ontario Tourism Health Check report show Ontario tourism has yet to return to pre-pandemic levels.
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Francis Scott Key Bridge Collapse in Baltimore Maryland
CTV National News’ Anchor and Reporter Tony Grace discusses the Francis Scott Key bridge collapse in Baltimore Maryland, USA.
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Construction demands in Ontario remain elevated through 2029
BuildForce Canada’s executive director Bill Ferreira discusses their latest report, “Construction demands in Ontario remain elevated through 2029”.
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How will AI affect the real estate industry?
Dan Gemus of The Dan Gemus Real Estate Team Ltd. joins Jon Liedtke on AM800 CKLW to discuss how AI will affect the real estate industry.
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Mayor Dilkens takes issue with federal Housing Minister saying fourplex homes are illegal
Mayor Drew Dilkens joins Jon Liedtke to discuss federal housing minister Sean Fraser’s claim some politicians want fourplexes to “remain illegal to build”.
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Ontario won’t allow four-plex by right
Ward 9 councillor Kieran McKenzie joins Jon Liedtke on AM800 CKLW to discuss Premier Ford’s announcement that Ontario won’t allow four-plex by right.
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Anti-condo petition launched by Roseland neighbours
Ward 1 councillor Fred Francis joins Jon Liedtke on AM800 CKLW to discuss an anti-condo petition that’s been launched by Roseland Golf Club’s neighbours.
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Donald Trump civil fraud trial developments
CTV National News Reporter and Anchor Tony Grace joins Jon Liedtke on AM800 CKLW to discuss the latest developments in the Donald Trump civil fraud trial.
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Illegal cannabis edibles still causing confusion
MJBiz Daily’s International Editor Matt Lamers joins Jon Liedtke to discuss why illegal cannabis edibles still cause confusion among some Canadians.
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KINSELLA: Israel haters have truth in their crosshairs after Oct. 7 Hamas attack
Author & columnist at the National Post and Toronto Sun discusses his latest column, Israel haters have truth in their crosshairs after Oct. 7 Hamas attack.
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New Liberal legislation would ensure dozens of MPs secure pensions before next election
UWindsor’s Head of Political Science Lydia Miljan discusses Prime Minister Trudeau’s election tweaks ensuring ensures some MPs secure pensions pre-election.
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Episode 2
Episode 2 contains appearances on Toronto’s Newstalk Tonight with Jim Richards and The Dan MacDonald Show, as well as the latest Rose City Politics.
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Loblaw’s Massage
Big panel this week as Jon, Don, Frazier and Doug come together to discuss the resolution of a closed meeting complaint against the City of Windsor and questions about the process around the Housing Accelerator Fund application in Tecumseh.
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Newstalk 1010: Jim Richards’ The Rundown with Jon Liedtke & Jill Wilson
The Rundown on Poilievre’s non-confidence vote, Hamas’ War, Trudeau’s quasi-electoral reform, & a dropped lecturer post-paper suggesting dating students ok.
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Musings on Canadian antisemitism
Every day there’s more antisemitism being spread across Canada & the casualness it’s deployed, often by those who know better, leaves me uneasy & concerned.
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AM800 CKLW: Monday Roundtable with Dan MacDonald, Jon Liedtke, Joe Bachetti, & Paul Synnott
The Roundtable discusses how feds can alleviate high rents, criminals in psychiatric hospital not jail, misleading clients to drive sales, & garbage wars.
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Episode 1 – A New Show
Episode 1 has questions to PM Trudeau about unemployment & antisemitism, and appearances on NEWSTALK 1010’s The Rundown & AM800 CKLW’s Monday Roundtable.
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Cowboy Jim Morrison
This week Kristen, Frazier, Jon and Doug talk about the surprising quote in The Narwhal from ERCA CAO Tim Byrne. Later, we cover the expansion of the Banwell road intersection with EC Row.
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Rose City Politics: Jon Liedtke asks PM Trudeau what government can do to reduce antisemitism
Jon Liedtke asks Prime Minister Trudeau what role the federal government had in reducing antisemitism nationally.
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Rose City Politics: Jon Liedtke asks PM Trudeau what the government will do to lower Windsor’s unemployment rate
Jon Liedtke asks Prime Minister Trudeau what the Liberal Party will do to lower Windsor’s unemployment rate considering it’s tied for highest in Canada.
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We’re Not Going Anywhere
It’s 2024 in Canada, but because of the vile antisemitism going unchecked, it sounds and looks more like 1938 in Germany.
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Newstalk 1010 – The Rundown with Jon Liedtke and Caryma S’ad
Jim Richards Caryma S’ad & Jon Liedtke discuss Ottawa outsources ticket collection, Ford judicial appointments, Carbon Tax increase, & suicides & yearbooks.
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CKLW Monday Roundtable with Rick Tonial, Irene Moore Davis, & Jon Liedtke
Monday’s Roundtable discusses the Academy Awards (Oscars), when COVID first hit, should we end Daylight Savings Time, students & texting, & safe driving.
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The Joe Biden of Windsor-Essex Politics
Jon, Frazier and Doug are your panel for a discussion of Tecumseh’s successful application to the Housing Accelerator Fund, Fairmount Properties suing Windsor over the Grace site development, and MPP Lisa Gretzky’s comments around transparency relating to the recent health care cyberattack.
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CFRB 1010: THE RUNDOWN with Jon Liedtke and Mark Mendelson
The Rundown discusses a CPC MP prison tour where Paul Bernardo resides and the (faux) outrage politics regarding prison recreation, & revictimizing trauma.
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Izzy Loves Alleys
Jon’s away this week. Frazier, Kristen and Doug hold down the fort and discuss a housing development at Roseland, the end of garbage collection in most of Windsor’s alleys, and a possible reconsideration at the Greater Essex County District Schoolboard.
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CKLW Monday Roundtable with Jon Liedke, Irene Moore Davis & Adriano Ciotoli
Jon Liedke, Irene Moore Davis & Adriano Ciotoli join AM800 CKLW’s Dan MacDonald to discuss Windsor falling short on its housing targets and more!
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Penis Bush Memorial Streetcar
Jon, Frazier and Doug talked about the school naming kerfuffle in Kingsville, which raises the question in discussion: “why do we even have school boards anymore?”. Later, the panel debates whether automobility is a word and considers the streetcar location, once again.
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We don’t care about The Toronto Star
Frazier, Jon and Doug cover the politics of counting housing starts, protests in Canada, and a harsh review of Windsor’s transit system.
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Who should fund Canada’s roads?
Windsor Tecumseh MP Irek Kusmierczyk joins Jon Liedtke to discuss funding the road to the Ring of Fire, & which government is responsible for road funding.
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The state of opposing the State in Russia
National Post columnist Adam Zivo discusses Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny’s death while imprisoned & the state of opposing the State in Russia.
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The Upside: The Great Story Swap YQG seeks to connect community through creativity
The Great Story Swap YQG co-organizer Layan Barakat joins Jon Liedtke to discuss The Great Story Swap YQG & connecting the community through creativity.
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Warren Kinsella: Fighting antisemitism in Canada
Author and syndicated columnist Warren Kinsella joins Jon Liedtke on AM800 CKLW to discuss the rise of antisemitism in Canada and how we can fight it.
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Rahim Mohamed: Justin Trudeau keeps dancing to Hamas’s tune
National Post Columnist Rahim Mohamed joins Jon Liedtke on AM800 CKLW to discuss his National Post column, “Justin Trudeau keeps dancing to Hamas’s tune”.
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Determining liability for fatal crashes regarding alcohol serving & oversight
Criminal defense lawyer Bobby Russon joins Jon Liedtke to discuss determining liability for fatal crashes regarding serving alcohol & oversight.
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Windsor has worst transit in…Canada?!
Ward 9 councillor Kieran McKenzie discusses Amalgamated Transit Union’s International Vice President saying Windsor’s transit system is the worst in Canada.
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Can Ontario’s healthcare crisis be solved via small clinics?
Shrad Rao, CEO Wagepoint, joins Jon Liedtke on AM800 CKLW to discuss if Ontario’s healthcare crisis can be solved via small clinics.
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Tucker Carlson’s idiot’s guide to Russian aggression
National Post columnist Adam Zivo joins Jon Liedtke on AM800 CKLW to discuss his National Post column about Tucker Carlson’s visit to “interview” Putin.
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Canadian film distributors concerned new Cineplex deal could harm industry
WIFF director Vincent Georgie joins Jon Liedtke on AM800 CKLW to discuss Canadian film distributors’ criticism of a Cineplex & Lionsgate distribution deal they say could hurt the industry.
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Should city parking lots & garages be converted into apartments?
Ward 3 councillor Renaldo Agostino joins Jon Liedtke on AM800 CKLW to discuss converting city parking lots & garages into apartment buildings.
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Dingdongs or Twinkies?
Jon, Frazier, Don, Kristen and Doug talk about the end of additional federal homelessness funding and the latest in the Jackson Park bandshell saga.
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Monday Roundtable with Irene Moore Davis & Alex Wiseman
Irene Moore Davis & Alex Wiseman discuss the Newspoll, cuts to homelessness programs, The Gordie Howe Bridge joining the Trans Canada Trail, & more!
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WIFF Weekend Watch List with Vincent Georgie
WIFF’s Vincent Georgie discusses his Weekend Watch List: Ferrari, The Color Purple, Take Care of Maya, An Affair to Remember, & Four Weddings & a Funeral.
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Federal government not doing enough to stop auto theft
Windsor-West MP Brian Masse joins Jon Liedtke on AM800 CKLW to discuss the federal government not doing enough to stop auto theft.
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Valentine’s Day at Windsor Eats
Windsor Eats’ co-owner Adriano Ciotoli joins Jon Liedtke on AM800 CKLW to discuss what to expect at Windsor Eats for Valentine’s Day.
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APMA’s Flavio Volpe on two years-post Ambassador Bridge Blockade
Flavio Volpe, president of the Automotive Parts Manufacturers’ Association, discusses the Ambassador Bridge blockade which took place two years today.
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Friday Roundtable with Mayor Crystal Meloche, Councillor Mark McKenzie, & Kim Willis
The Dan MacDonald Show’s Friday Roundtable discusses The Super Bowl, a transit strike averted, US presidential politics, & more!
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#ProtestMania
Lawer and citizen journalist Caryma S’ad discusses her coverage of the Ontario protest circuit and common tactics employed by all sides.
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THURSDAY ROUNDTABLE
Thursdays Roundtable discusses giving up morning coffee, new WAP products, Jackson Park Bandshell developments, & the national housing crisis.
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Public school board open to Jackson Park Bandshell partnership
Ward 2 councillor Fabio Costante discusses the Greater Essex County District School Board willing to partner with the city on the Jackson Park Bandshell.
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Can tracing safe supply drugs help stem diversion?
National Post columnist and director of the Centre for Responsible Drug Adam Zivo discusses whether tracing safe supply drugs can help stem diversion.
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CKLW: Dan MacDonald Show Monday Roundtable with Jon Liedtke, Fred Francis, & Shawn Lippert
Jon Liedtke, Fred Francis, & Shawn Lippert join Dan MacDonald on Monday’s Roundtable to discuss South Windsor’s coyote problem, unexpected expenses & more!
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Night Day Darkness Eclipse
Full house on the show with Jon, Don, Frazier, Kristen and Doug talking about the city budget, the latest in the housing debate, a potential Transit Windsor strike, and the upcoming eclipse.
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The Garage Majal of Curling Rinks
Jon, Frazier and Doug talk about a new transit budget proposal, a cap on student visas, & a prominent move in the community.
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Ward 2 Costante: Citywide fourplexes acceptable for $40mil federal funds
Ward 2 councillor Fabio Costante discusses why he thinks citywide fourplexs are worth it if they unlock $40 million in federal Housing Accelerator Funds.
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Ward 3 Agostino: Citywide fourplexes acceptable for $40mil federal funds
Ward 3 councillor Renaldo Agostino discusses why he thinks citywide fourplexs are worth it if they unlock $40 million in federal Housing Accelerator Funds.
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Ward 9 McKenzie: Citywide fourplexes acceptable for $40mil federal funds
Ward 9 councillor Kieran McKenzie discusses why he thinks citywide fourplexs are worth it if they unlock $40 million in federal Housing Accelerator Funds.
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Lame Goose Pun
Jon, Frazier and Doug talk about sprawl, budgets and geese.
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AM800 CKLW: Monday Roundtable with Dan MacDonald, Jen Matotek, Lori Baldassi and Jon Liedtke
Dan MacDonald, Jen Matotek, Lori Baldassi & Jon Liedtke discuss transit fare hikes, if MPP salaries should increase, wood burning stove emissions, & more!
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2024 brings higher rent & more home sales in Canada
Dan Gemus, owner of Dan Gemus Real Estate discusses higher rents expected in 2024 & more home sales in Canada.
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TUESDAY ROUNDTABLE with Alex Wiseman, Greg Lemay & Syx Langeman
Alex Wiseman, Greg Lemay & Syx Langeman discuss culling Canada Geese, Ambassador Bridge Blockade reimbursement, Vision Zero, & solving homelessness.
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AM800 CKLW: MONDAY ROUNDTABLE with Jon Liedtke, Ryan Richardson & Jada Mallot
Jon Liedtke, Ryan Richardson & Jada Mallot discuss if social media is getting worse & A.I. advancements in light of a faux George Carlin standup special.
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Watch out for Snow Needles
Jon, Kristen and Doug talk about outsourcing and asset sales, ongoing drama around federal housing funds, and funding the arts in Windsor.
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Windsor Jewish Federation denounces pro-Palestine protest in largely Jewish neighbourhood as intimidation
Windsor Jewish Federation’s Dan Brotman discusses pro-Palestinian protests which targeted a largely Jewish neighbourhood & why he sees it as intimidation.
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Alzheimer’s Awareness Month
Alzheimer Society of Windsor Essex’s Director of Programs Rosemary Fiss discusses Alzheimer’s Awareness Month & what to know about Alzheimer’s Disease.
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Mayor Drew Dilkens on the 2024 Windsor Budget & Strong Mayor powers
Windsor mayor Drew Dilkens discusses the 2024 Windsor Budget and his use of Strong Mayor Powers to set it.
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What weather will early 2024 bring?
Kelly Hobelman from Environment Canada discusses what weather early 2024 will bring to Windsor Essex.
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Palestinian Protest organizer responds to intimidation accusations
Windsor 4 Palestine organizer Rasha Zaid discusses intimidation accusations made against her group due to protesting through a largely Jewish neighbourhood.
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AM800 CKLW Monday Roundtable
Jon Liedtke, Ward 4 councillor Mark Mackenzie and AWE ED Jen Matotek discuss the 2024 City of Windsor Budget, healthcare, public safety, & more!
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Leap Bridge
Jon, Frazier and Doug discuss the new vacant property tax in the context of the boarded-up homes on the west end, a story about the irrationality of people progressives disagree with, and one of the greatest instances of turd polishing in Windsor history, plus community benefits.
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AM800 TUESDAY ROUNDTABLE
Jon Liedtke, Jada Mallot and Ward 9 councillor Kieran McKenzie join Dan MacDonald to discuss The AM800 CKLW News Poll, Safe Point CTS closure, NYE and more!
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London ‘master con man’ – with Windsor connections outed after online event featuring Elon Musk
Alex Krause, who fell victim to convicted fraudster Darko Jovanovich, discusses the trail of victims that Jovanovich has left, as well as links to Windsor.
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APMA’s Flavio Volpe appointed to Order of Canada
Flavio Volpe, APMA President & Order of Canada member joins AM800 CKLW’s Jon Liedtke on The Shift to discuss his appointment to the Order of Canada.
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Canadian energy in 2023 & what to expect in 2024
EnergiMedia’s CEO & Publisher Markham Hislop discusses what happened in the Canadian energy in 2023 & what to expect in 2024.
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Renaldo Agostino: Should city council revisit $40 million Housing Accelerator Fund rejection?
Ward 3 city councillor Renaldo Agostino discusses whether Windsor city council should revist the $40 million Housing Accelerator Fund rejection.
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MPP Andrew Dowie: 2023 in review & what 2024 will bring
Windsor Tecumseh MPP Andrew Dowie joins AM800 CKLW’s Jon Liedtke on The Shift to discuss what 2023 brought and what to expect in 2024.
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Is 2024 the year of the AI copyright wars?
Tech expert Carmi Levy discusses if 2024 will be the year of AI copyright wars following The New York Times suing OpenAI & Microsoft for content scraping.
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What to expect in space in 2024 and from the Canadian Space Mining Corp
CEO of the Canadian Space Mining Corp. (CSMC) Dan Sax joins AM800 CKLW’s Jon Liedtke on The Shift to discuss what to expect in space in 2024 & from (CSMC).
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What weather to expect starting 2024
Senior climatologist at Environment and Climate Change Canada, David Phillips, discusses what weather to expect starting off the new year in 2024.
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Windsor is not a Dog Patch
Regular panelists Don Merrifield Jr., Jon Liedtke, Kristen Siapas, and Doug Sartori, are joined by The Windsor Star’s Doug Schmidt to discuss the top stories of 2023, with a contribution from friend of the show Anne Jarvis.
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AM800 CKLW: MIKE AND LISA AWARDS’ 2023 Fill-In Announcer of the Year
AM800 CKLW’s The Morning Drive with Mike Kakuk & Lisa Williams held its 2023 Mike & Lisa Awards and Jon Liedtke won Fill-in Announcer of the Year.
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How serious a problem is misinformation & disinformation?
Tech expert and journalist Carmi Levy discusses just how serious a problem misinformation & disinformation is heading into 2024.
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Pope approves blessings for same-sex couples if the rituals don’t resemble marriage
Windsor Essex Pride Fest president Wendi Nicholson discusses the Pope approves blessings for same-sex couples if the rituals don’t resemble marriage.
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What Canadians should know when flying this holiday season
Air Passenger Rights’ Gabor Lukacs joins AM800 CKLW’s Jon Liedtke on The Shift to discuss what you need to know when flying this holiday season.
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Globe & Mail: Does Windsor have the savvy to bring its downtown back to life?
Ward 3 councillor Renaldo Agostino discusses The Globe & Mail’s Pop-Up Bureau article Does Windsor have the savvy to bring its downtown back to life?
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MP Kusmierczyk on sparring over housing funds & zoning requirements with Mayor Dilkens
Windsor Tecumseh MP Irek Kusmierczyk discusses his recent online sparring match over federal housing funds & zoning requirements with Mayor Dilkens.
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Canada: all new car sales must be 0 emissions by 2035
APMA President Flavio Volpe discusses Canada announcing its intention for all new car sales to be zero emissions by 2035 and whether it is feasible.
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AM800 CKLW: Monday Roundtable with Jon Liedke, Lori Baldassi and Jen Brignall Strong
AM800 CKLW’s Monday Roundtable discusses downtown revitalization, a US Senate sex scandal, convenience store alcohol sales, & more!
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Frazier Hates Downtown
Jon, Frazier and Doug talk about the tug-of-war between the federal Liberals and the City of Windsor on housing policy and the latest entry in the Globe And Mail’s focus series on Windsor.
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Paul Martin Building becoming boutique hotel
Ward 3 councillor Renaldo Agostino joins AM800 CKLW’s Jon Liedtke on The Dan MacDonald to discuss the Paul Martin Building’s conversion to a boutique hotel.
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Convenience store owner shares thoughts on alcohol expansion
Local Convenience store owner Terry discusses how excited he is to be able to sell beer, wine, and pre-mixed drinks at his store.
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New data poisoning tool helps artists fight back against AI
Tech journalist Carmi Levy joins AM800 discusses a new data poisoning tool that helps artists fight back against generative AI.
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THURSDAY ROUNDTABLE with Greg Lemay, Kim Willis and Serena Ellwood
Thursday’s Roundtable discuss convenience store alcohol sales, Mayor Dilkens blasting Ottawa over Ambassador Bridge Blockade fees, Kingsville Christmas light issues, & a new downtown boutique hotel.
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Windsor Tecumseh MPP Andrew Dowie on Ambassador Bridge Blockade reimbursement debate
Windsor Tecumseh MPP Andrew Dowie discusses the debate surrounding the federal government’s reimbursement for Windsor’s Ambassador Bridge Blockade costs.
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Why did Lakeshore update their flag raising policy?
Kirk Walstedt, Deputy Mayor of Lakeshore discusses why The Town of Lakeshore updated its flag raising policy.
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MP Kusmierczyk responds to Mayor Dilkens’ accusation feds are shortchanging Windsor blockade reimbursement
Windsor Tecumseh MP Irek Kusmierczyk discusses Mayor Dilkens’ accusation the feds are shortchanging Windsor’s Ambassador Bridge Blockade reimbursement.
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CITY BUILDING: HOW THE HOLIDAYS CAN HELP ANIMATE OUR DOWNTOWNS
Allie Mistakidis from Whiskey Jack and Dan Wells from Biblioasis discuss main streets, local shopping, buying local, music, animation, parades, & more!
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Thursday Roundtable with Gail Robertson, Mel Lucier, & Murad Erzinclioglu
Thursday’s Roundtable discusses the Town of Lakeshore flag raising policy, what to stream during the holidays, a revamped wartime housing waitlist, & more!
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AM800 CKLW: Monday Roundtable with Jon Liedtke, Brian Yeomans, & Brad Ouellette
Jon Liedtke, Brad Ouelette and Brian Yeomans join Dan MacDonald to discuss the AM800 CKLW News Poll, customer service woes, flight safety, & alcohol taxes.
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We’re Failures, Please Help Us
The panel looks at the politics of the feds’ international students’ policy change, examine the Globe and Mail’s new Windsor pop-up bureau, & discuss Anne Jarvis’ latest Windsor Star column.
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AM800 CKLW: Monday Roundtable with Sherry Bondy and Kieran McKenzie
Jon Liedtke, Town of Essex Mayor Sherry Bondy, & Ward 9 Councillor Kieran McKenzie join Dan MacDonald to talk traffic calming, conspiracy theories, & more.
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All Aboard the Lego Train
Don, Jon, Frazier and Doug look at the vacant building tax, Mayor Dilkens recent use of strong mayor powers, and temporary foreign workers at the new Stellantis / LG battery plant.
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Unpacking Windsor Housing Data with Frazier Fathers
Longtime friend of the show and new panelist Frazier Fathers joins Don, Jon and Doug to talk about housing statistics in Windsor / Essex.
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AM800 CKLW: Monday Roundtable with Jon Liedtke, Rino Bortolin, & Moya McAlister
AM800 CKLW’s Dan MacDonald’s Monday Roundtable with Jon Liedtke, Rino Bortolin, & Moya McAlister discusses volunteering, SafePoint CTS, & online scams.
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Canada Oil and Gas Sweetheart Carbon Tax deal
Publisher and journalist at Energi Media Markham Hislop discusses the sweetheart carbon tax deal that the oil & gas sector receives.
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Rose City Pita Chips
Don, Jon, Melinda and Doug discuss school naming policies, a new passenger train route and new employment lands.
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Monday Roundtable with Fabio Costante and Joe McParland
Monday’s Roundtable discusses changing clocks, restaurant pains, Windsor’s unemployment rate highest nationally, & mental health, addictions & policing.
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Change Your Passwords Folks
Jon, Melinda and Doug talk about the impact of the hospital system hack, ward boundary reviews, and tactical bench removal.
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Councillor Agostino wants Ouellette Ave. multi-coloured LED canopy from riverfront to Jackson Park
Ward 3 councillor Renaldo Agostino discusses his idea for a multi-coloured LED canopy over Ouellette Ave. stretching from the riverfront to Jackson Park.
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J.P. Wiser’s Lot 40 Exploration Series #2
J.P. Wiser’s Master Blender Don Livermore discusses the new and limited release of 2700 bottles of J.P. Wiser’s Lot 40 Exploration Series #2.
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FRIDAY ROUNDTABLE with Renaldo Agostino, Alexandra Wiseman, and Jada Malott
Friday’s Roundtable discusses healthcare cyber-attacks, Gordie Howie Bridge observation area, homeless shelters need sleeping bags, & The AM800 Newspoll.
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Essex County Library presents: Adam Shoalts
Professional adventurer & best-selling author Adam Shoalts discusses his book “Where the Falcon Flies” about his 3,400 km solo adventure.
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Ontario government mandates high school Holocaust education
Windsor Tecumseh MPP Andrew Dowie joins AM800 CKLW’s Jon Liedtke on The Dan MacDonald Show to discuss the province of Ontario mandating high school Holocaust education and why is is particularly necessary today.
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THURSDAY ROUNDTABLE with Crystal Meloche, Doug Sartori, & Greg Lemay
Thursday’s Roundtable discusses adding coloured LED lights downtown, food bank demand increases while donations decrease, & do you support a carbon tax?
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Windsor adds just 4.6 km of bike lanes in 2 years
Bike Windsor Essex’s Lori Newton discusses that Windsor added just 4.6km of bike lanes in 2 years and what more needs to be done.
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CITY BUILDING: C4C Housing Innovation Lab
The University of Windsor Centre for Cities’ strategic advisor and project manager Rino Bortolin discusses The C4C new Housing Innovation Lab.
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WEDNESDAY ROUNDTABLE with Jeff Denomme, Melanie Coulter, and Mel Lucier
Wednesday’s Roundtable discusses Halloween costumes, when to decorate for XMAS, false COVID vax death accusations, & 4.6km of bike lanes added in 2 years.
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Premier Ford’s political staff directed Municipal Official Plan changes to favour select landowners’ interests
Environmental Defence’s Phil Pothen discusses Ontario political staff directing Municipal Official Plan changes favouring select landowners’ interests.
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