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Newstalk Tonight

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<p>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. </p>

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1/10/2023

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July 31, 2026

Ontario Liberals Search for a Leader, Toronto Politics Unpacked & When Money Tests a Friendship

<p>&nbsp;</p> <ul data-editing-info="{&quot;applyListStyleFromLevel&quot;:true}"> <li>Deb Hutton kicks off the hour with a panel on the Ontario Liberal leadership race, joined by political strategists Blue Knox and Theresa Lubowitz to discuss the candidates, campaign momentum, and what the party needs to rebuild.</li> <li>Then it's time for the MuniciPALS Panel, featuring former Toronto councillors Karen Stintz and Joe Mihevc, who break down the biggest stories at City Hall, including the Toronto mayoral race, Billy Bishop Airport, FIFA spending, renovictions, and the departure of veteran councillor Gord Perks.</li> <li>The show wraps up with listener calls on two timely topics: Have money differences ever hurt a friendship? and If you could spend a week learning a new skill, what would it be?</li> </ul> <p>Guests: Blue Knox, Theresa Lubowitz, Karen Stintz, Joe Mihevc</p>

Episode thumbnail for Parole Debate, Carnival Security & Back-to-School Stress

July 31, 2026

Parole Debate, Carnival Security & Back-to-School Stress

<p>&nbsp;</p> <ul data-editing-info="{&quot;applyListStyleFromLevel&quot;:true}"> <li>Deb Hutton opens the phones following the latest parole denial for the man convicted of killing a Toronto police officer in 1994, asking listeners: Should convicted killers of police officers ever be granted parole?</li> <li>Later, Steve Ryan, CP24 Crime Analyst, discusses heightened security measures at this weekend's Caribbean Carnival, including increased police presence and drone surveillance. Listeners weigh in on whether major public events need more visible security or if heavy policing changes the atmosphere.</li> <li>The conversation then turns to back-to-school preparedness with clinical psychologist Dr. Nina Mafrici, who shares advice for helping children and families transition back into school routines.</li> <li>To wrap up the hour, Dr. Mitch Shulman, Newstalk 1010's Chief Medical Correspondent, discusses reports of women becoming pregnant while taking GLP-1 medications and what patients should know.</li> </ul> <p>Guests: Steve Ryan, Dr. Nina Mafrici, Dr. Mitch Shulman</p>

Episode thumbnail for No One Wants to Run For Office, Birthday Party Backlash & Why Your Dairy Costs More

July 30, 2026

No One Wants to Run For Office, Birthday Party Backlash & Why Your Dairy Costs More

<p>Deb Hutton opens the phones to discuss a growing concern in Ontario: why fewer people are running for municipal office, and whether listeners would ever consider putting their names on the ballot.Next, callers weigh in on the rising cost of kids' birthday parties and whether guests should help cover increasingly expensive celebrations.Later, Rob Breakenridge, journalist and podcast host, joins the show to debate Canada's supply management system, arguing it drives up the cost of dairy, eggs, and poultry while limiting consumer choice.</p>

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<p>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. </p>
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