Earlier this week it was the Toronto Police contracting a private company to produce a slick podcast that has been criticized as "copaganda". Now, Peel region has used the same company to produce a 12 part podcast series on affordable housing. Is this a fair use of tax dollars?

Earlier this week it was the Toronto Police contracting a private company to produce a slick podcast that has been criticized as "copaganda". Now, Peel region has used the same company to produce a 12 part podcast series on affordable housing. Is this a fair use of tax dollars?

The Jerry Agar Show is the most opinionated show you will find on the planet.  Jerry tackles all subjects with a no-nonsense approach that will keep you engaged and entertained.

The Jerry Agar Show is the most opinionated show you will find on the planet. &nbsp;Jerry tackles all subjects with a no-nonsense approach that will keep you engaged and entertained.

The Jerry Agar Show

Fri –Feb – 17th Hour 3: Why are public organizations spending tax dollars on podcasts?

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It’s time for Party for Two! Jerry is joined by Bob Richardson, NEWSTALK 1010 contributor and public affairs consultant, to break down the biggest stories of the day, including:

Marit Stiles’ “You’ll be in prison, Doug” comment, and her push for a Greenbelt public inquiryThe Prime Minister naming a replacement for Governor General Mary SimonA new report showing Toronto rideshare drivers spend half their time on the road without a passenger

Then, Jerry looks at a Toronto Star feature asking Torontonians what they would do if they were mayor, from tax cuts, to income support for artists, to a proposed “bat signal" to combat crime.

It’s Telescopic Tuesday with Dan Riskin!  NEWSTALK 1010’s science expert brings the latest in science and space.

Plus, gas prices are expected to jump again. Jerry takes your calls: Are rising fuel costs forcing you to rethink or scale back your summer road trip plans?

It&rsquo;s time for Party for Two! Jerry is joined by Bob Richardson, NEWSTALK 1010 contributor and public affairs consultant, to break down the biggest stories of the day, including:
Marit Stiles&rsquo; &ldquo;You&rsquo;ll be in prison, Doug&rdquo; comment, and her push for a Greenbelt public inquiryThe Prime Minister naming a replacement for Governor General Mary SimonA new report showing Toronto rideshare drivers spend half their time on the road without a passenger
Then, Jerry looks at a Toronto Star feature asking Torontonians what they would do if they were mayor, from tax cuts, to income support for artists, to a proposed &ldquo;bat signal" to combat crime.
It&rsquo;s Telescopic Tuesday with Dan Riskin!&nbsp; NEWSTALK 1010&rsquo;s science expert brings the latest in science and space.
Plus, gas prices are expected to jump again. Jerry takes your calls: Are rising fuel costs forcing you to rethink or scale back your summer road trip plans?

Party for Two | If You Were Mayor | Telescopic Tuesday | Gas Price's & Your Summer Roadtrip

Jerry opens the show with reaction to Ontario NDP Leader Marit Stiles’ remark to the Premier, saying, “you’ll be in prison, Doug,” and her claim that a public inquiry into the Greenbelt could reveal what she describes as “dirty deals.” 

Then, a look at a Swedish innovation that could help traffic calming in Toronto. Jerry speaks with Karin Wiklund, Marketing Manager at Edeva AB, the company behind ActiBump, a smart speed‑control system that only activates when drivers exceed the limit.

Next, Jerry turns to a new report on Toronto City Council attendance.  He speaks with former Toronto mayor John Tory about the expectations of elected officials.

Then, Jerry takes your calls on councillors skipping meetings and whether the city should crack down harder on absenteeism.

Jerry opens the show with reaction to Ontario NDP Leader Marit Stiles&rsquo; remark to the Premier, saying, &ldquo;you&rsquo;ll be in prison, Doug,&rdquo; and her claim that a public inquiry into the Greenbelt could reveal what she describes as &ldquo;dirty deals.&rdquo;&nbsp;
Then, a look at a Swedish innovation that could help traffic calming in Toronto. Jerry speaks with Karin Wiklund, Marketing Manager at Edeva AB, the company behind ActiBump, a smart speed‑control system that only activates when drivers exceed the limit.
Next, Jerry turns to a new report on Toronto City Council attendance.&nbsp; He speaks with former Toronto mayor John Tory about the expectations of elected officials.
Then, Jerry takes your calls on councillors skipping meetings and whether the city should crack down harder on absenteeism.

Marit Stiles comments on Doug Ford | ActiBump Smart Speed Bumps | Councillor Attendance

It’s time for Party for Two! Today Jerry is joined by Sabrina Nanji from the Queen’s Park Observer, to break down the top political stories of the day.

Jerry then speaks with Philip Cross, former chief economic analyst for Statistics Canada, about why young workers are not experiencing the “resilient” economy politicians keep talking about.

Next, Jerry turns to City Hall spending. Justin Holmes, reporter with the Toronto Sun, weighs in on revelations that the city’s shelters division spent $300 million on sole‑source contracts.

Youth radicalization is rising in Canada, according to a new CSIS report. Jerry speaks with Kelly Sundberg, Professor of Criminology at Mount Royal University, about this.

It&rsquo;s time for Party for Two! Today Jerry is joined by Sabrina Nanji from the Queen&rsquo;s Park Observer, to break down the top political stories of the day.
Jerry then speaks with Philip Cross, former chief economic analyst for Statistics Canada, about why young workers are not experiencing the &ldquo;resilient&rdquo; economy politicians keep talking about.
Next, Jerry turns to City Hall spending. Justin Holmes, reporter with the Toronto Sun, weighs in on revelations that the city&rsquo;s shelters division spent $300 million on sole‑source contracts.
Youth radicalization is rising in Canada, according to a new CSIS report. Jerry speaks with Kelly Sundberg, Professor of Criminology at Mount Royal University, about this.

Fri –Feb – 17th Hour 3: Why are public organizations spending tax dollars on podcasts?

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