Parisellla : U.S. strikes Iran: why now?

Why did the Americans chose to strike Iran now? Former Quebec delegate to NY and Washington John Parisella on what motivated the latest U.S/Israeli combat operations on Iran and how allies are likely to react.

Mulcair: US and Israeli strikes on Iran- what we know so far

The U.S. and Israel have launched major combat operations in Iran. CJAD 800 commentator Tom Mulcair on what comes next.

Food Professor: Do we have enough grocery stores in Canada?

Are major grocery stores opening enough grocery stores or are they pushing out the competition. The Food Professor Sylvain Charlebois explains how fewer stores means bigger bills. Dr. Sylvain Charlebois, better known as ‘The Food Professor’, is Senior Director at Agri-Food Analytics Lab and Profes…

Nutrition: Low fat or low carb?

Low fat, low calorie or low carb- nutritionist Kim Arrey wonders are all diets created equal? Registered dietitian nutritionist Kim Arrey joins Weekends with Joanne Vrakas every Saturday at 6:40 a.m. with tips to keep healthy.

Dr. Soles: How to prepare your kids for a future fueled by artificial intelligence

Child psychologist Dr. Tamara Soles can be heard every Saturday at 8:40 a.m. on Weekends with Joanne Vrakas to discuss issues affecting children's mental health.

Here are the best cheap places to eat in Montreal

Looking for a great meal but don’t want to break the bank? Food Guy Montreal continues his series on the city’s high quality budget bites. Dustin Gilman, better known online as Food Guy Montreal, joins Weekends with Joanne Vrakas every Sunday at 7:50 a.m. He shares his insight for some of the best…

Wine scores: A true guide or a sales pitch?

Are wine scores a good guide or marketing gimmick? Wine expert Jon Cerone says we should be weary of all those bells and whistles.   Jon Cercone is a sommelier at Taverne Sur Le Square in Westmount. He can be heard regularly on Weekends with Joanne Vrakas sharing his wine recommendations.

Montreal chain of liquidation stores selling expired groceries to combat inflation

Meet the woman committed to affordable groceries. Marieve Breton started Liquidation Marie to challenge best-before dates and while making sure Quebecers don’t feel robbed at the grocery store.

Dr. Labos: Could a tax on sugary drinks discourage consumption?

Would a tax on sugary drinks reduce consumption in Quebec? Dr Christopher Labos says it’s not so simple. Dr. Chris Labos, cardiologist with a degree in epidemiology and a regular contributor on CJAD 800. You can hear him every Sunday on Weekends with Joanne Vrakas at 7:20 a.m.

Does Pierre Poilievre have a future as leader of the federal Conservatives?

Another floor crossing and members going rogue. Is it time for Pierre Poilievre to go? Political analyst Sandy White says a change is coming.