The Jim Richards Show
The Jim Richards Show
Jim Richards provides everything you need to know on your way home, making the brutal GTA commute seem shorter. Jim brings a unique perspective to the day’s events to keep you informed and entertained.Social links:
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The Munici-Pals weigh in on the week in Toronto politics
What can we make of recent polling? A sleep doctor looks at the NFL's recent trip to Australia and its impact on players GUESTS: Karen Stintz -Former Toronto City Councillor & TTC Chair and a political commentator Joe Mihevc - Former Toronto City Councillor and TTC Vice Chair Chris Glover - Onta…
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Jim looks back on 25 years since 9/11
How the world has changed since the terrorist attacks. The meaning of the day for veterans GUESTS: Scott Maxwell - Executive director of Wounded Warriors Jen Kirsch - Dating and Relationship Expert
38:13
4 years since Poilievre was elected leader. How has he done?
Our House of Comments panel weighs in. Rick Campanelli talks about his new book. GUESTS: Scott Reid - CTV Political Commentator and advisor to a number of Prime Ministers, premiers and political leaders Tim Powers - Chair of Summa Strategies Rick Campanelli - former Much Music VJ and author of T…
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Ontario Science Centre laying off entire science department
Jim shares his thoughts. Do you agree with the advice of ‘don’t call your kids talented’? GUEST: Brian Callahan - host of Openline at VOCM in Newfoundland
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The Munici-Pals break down the latest polling in the Toronto election
Where do Bradford, Alexander, and Chow stand at this point in the race?What do you secretly judge people for? GUESTS: John Wright - Veteran Pollster and CEO of Canada Pulse insights Matthew Holmes - Executive Vice President and Chief of Public Policy at the Canadian Chamber of Commerce Chris Swo…
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What would you rename Hockey Night In Canada to?
Jim has some thoughts. What’s an expensive thing you saw someone buy but will never use? GUESTS: James Blanchard - Former American Ambassador to Canada and Governor of Michigan Mohit Rajans - AI and Digital Media consultant, founder of thinkstart.ca
37:28
Jim’s thoughts on Olivia Chow at the press conference today with the Police Chief.
The Mayor says city facing ‘moment of emboldened antisemitism’ as police details plans for Jewish holidays. Why you shouldn't post pictures of your kid with identifying information on social media. GUEST: Charles Burton - former diplomat at Canada’s embassy in Beijing
38:10
Ask an Economist Anything!
Jim takes your calls.Have you heard of 'hat-gate'? GUEST: Moshe Lander - professor of economics at Concordia University
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Do we need a nationwide Lemon Law?
Jim takes your calls. The Munici-Pals wrap up another week in the Toronto election. GUESTS: Karen Stintz -Former Toronto City Councillor & TTC Chair and a political commentator Joe Mihevc - Former Toronto City Councillor and TTC Vice Chair
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Mistrial formally declared in Lindsay Clancy trial after last-minute appeal denied
A look at how the decision was reached. Will upcoming counter-tariffs on U.S. products hurt Canadians less than the last time ? GUESTS: Moshe Lander - professor of economics at Concordia University Monte MacGregor - criminal defence lawyer Jeff Casello - Professor of Transportation Planning and E…
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