Scott Radley Show

Ottawa is currently having its LRT built and they've started seeing issues arise. Problems like the project costing way more than previously thought and the trains getting stuck on the rails because of the snow are happening, will Hamilton see similar things happen? Guest: Brad Clark, Ward 9 Councillor - Despite things happening politically between Canada and China, Tim Hortons is opening up 1500 locations in China. How well will this go? Guest: Marvin Ryder, Professor of Marketing at the DeGroote School of Business - Weird people from around the world will continue to do weird things that amaze us all. Scott found three of those stories and has presented them to Ben. Which story will Ben choose as his story of the day? - It looks like no one wants to play for the Ottawa Senators in the NHL. A while back, there was a debate over whether the team should play out of Hamilton or Ottawa, would things be going differently if the team ended up in Hamilton? Guest: Rick Zamperin, Sports Director at Global Ne

10 years ago Steve Buist wrote the Code Red series for the Spectator, outlining weaknesses in social safety nets, and the effects of poverty on health. He joins Scott to talk about the "devastating" information he has learned while writing the sequel series, Code Red: 10 Years Later. Guest: Steve Buist, investigative reporter and feature writer with the Hamilton Spectator - Two schools in Quebec are now considering "rough play zones." Are these beneficial? Guest: Anthony DeBenedet, author of 'The Art of Roughhousing’ - Don Robertson of the Dundas Real McCoys is in the studio with Scott for Sports Talk. Is Mark Stone being paid an appropriate amount? What will happen to Patriots owner Robert Kraft since he has been officially charged on two counts of first-degree solicitation? Scott and Don take on all this and more from the world of sports. Guest: Don Robertson, of the Dundas Real McCoys

It's time for the Brightest Conversation in Hamilton! Loren Lieberman joins Scott in the studio tonight to discuss the 2021 Grey Cup coming to Hamilton, Jussie Smollett, and the Oscars. Get ready to start your weekend the best way possible, with the newest podcast of the Scott Radley Show.  Guest: Loren Lieberman, of Cable 14

In the newest podcast of the Scott Radley Show, Scott and Loren Lieberman take on the 2019 Oscars, and the lack of interest some are expressing. In this bonus segment, Scott gets Loren's thoughts on a list of the biggest Oscar snubs of all time. Which films would make your list? Catch all of Scott and Loren's conversation in the Scott Radley Show podcast. You can find it on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts or anywhere else you get your favourite podcasts! Guest: Loren Lieberman, of Cable 14

If Canada could buy a state from the U.S., which one would you want? This is the question Scott poses to Loren Lieberman, in this bonus segment from the newest podcast of the Scott Radley Show. Don't want to miss a moment of scintillating conversation? Subscribe to the Scott Radley Show podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts or anywhere else you get your favourite podcasts! Guest: Loren Lieberman, of Cable 14

Do you have concerns about how much your phones are tracking you? Scott Radley talks with Michael Geist about how much information is actually being gathered, and what companies are legally allowed to collect.Guest: Michael Geist, Law Professor, and Canada Research Chair in Internet and E-commerce Law - In a dual announcement from the Canadian Football League, it was revealed that Hamilton will host the 2021 Grey Cup, and Saskatchewan will play host in 2020. This might be an even better deal for the city of Hamilton. Bubba O'Neil joins Scott to talk about what happens now that we know Hamilton will finally host a Grey Cup again, and what some of the challenges might be. They also break down some of the new sports that are being added to the Summer Olympics, and debate whether these sports are necessary. - Prepare for the Story of the Week! Scott has three items of news, including a bizarre Velntine's present and a surefire way to cut back on wedding guests, all of which will capture your imagination. But

It's the return of "Your Say" Wednesday! Scott opens the phone lines and lets callers talk about whatever they want. One of the hot button topics this week was the issue of the government's plan for funding autism support in the province.

According to a new Ipsos poll, only 49% of Canadians are aware of the SNC-Lavalin controversy that has been dominating the news.Guest: Geoffrey Stevens, columnist, political science professor at the University of Guelph and Wilfred Laurier University-With the sheer amount of snow we've been seeing in Hamilton this winter, there has been concern that the snow-covered sidewalks are causing accessibility problems for citizens. Should the city be clearing sidewalks instead of putting the onus on home and business owners?Guest: Nrinder Nann, Ward 3 Councillor-Scott is joined by his son Caleb for a belated Family Day-themed hour of sports discussion, including Kawhi Leonard playing in this past weekend's NBA All-Star game and Don Cherry's criticism of the Carolina Hurricanes' celebrations after they win a game.

Sandy Shaw makers her triumphant return to the Scott Radley Show, for the first time since she became an MPP. She and Scott have some catching up to do, and some tough topics to tackle. So start your long weekend with good choices, and listen to the Brightest Conversation in Hamilton, in the newest Scott Radley Show Podcast.Guest: Sandy Saw, Member of Provincial Parliament, representing Hamilton West - Ancaster - Dundas

Scott and MPP Sandy Shaw discuss the idea of classes that teach people how to be respectful to others in their dating lives. In Seol, South Korea, high school classes are now being taught this. Guest: Sandy Shaw, MPP Hamilton West - Ancaster - Dundas

Scott gets Marvin Ryder's insight on SNC-Lavalin, and the argument that construction and engineering firm is "too big to fail." Guest: Marvin Ryder, Assistant Professor with the DeGroote School of Business, specializing in marketing, entrepreneurship, and business strategy - Some psychologists are expressing concern for the mental well-being of the woman who was recorded throwing a chair off of a Toronto balcony, due to the backlash she received from people online. Scott asks if this should be a priority and gets reactions from callers. - Hamilton’s Todd Crocker has a long history of calling for the Hamilton Bulldogs and the Marlies. Now he is in Las Vegas tonight, living the dream: he is the play-by-play caller for the Leafs game. But first Todd spoke with Scott and shared his story. Guest: Todd Crocker, play-by-play caller

Scott Radley declared one of tonight's stories to be the very best stories he has ever shared on the show. The question is, which is it? Listen to this bonus segment and find out!

On the debut of 'Your Say' Wednesday, Scott hands the reins over to callers to let them have their say on whatever's on their mind. One of the big topics that came up was school closures during bad winter weather and whether or not callers think schools need to be closed as often as they have this winter.-Scott and CHCH's Bubba O'Neil discuss CFL free agency and why it seems that all of the best teams in the league - aside from the Ticats - are based in the west.

It's time for the Brightest Conversation in Hamilton. Mike Fortune returns to the studio, so get ready for a fun, thought-provoking podcast of The Scott Radley Show! Guest: Mike Fortune, Cable 14

Check out this bonus segment from Scott's conversation with Mike Fortune, which can be heard in the newest podcast of the Scott Radley Show. Do sports teams need to do more to connect with their fans? Guest: Mike Fortune. of Cable 14

Check out this interview and more in the Scott Radley Show podcast!The Scott Radley Show airs Monday to Friday, from 6pm to 8pm.

Is it time for Tim Hortons to change their Roll Up The Rim contest by making it more environmentally friendly?Guest: Sylvain Charlebois,professor and researcher in food distribution and policy, Dean of the Rowe School of Business at Dalhousie University -A story went viral this week about a supposed brawl between hockey parents in Simcoe. While the situation wasn't actually as dramatic as was initially reported, the phenomenon of angry sports parents isn't unusual, so this wasn't too difficult to believe. Guest: Todd Miller, former president of Hockey Calgary, author of "Moron: The Behind The Scenes Story of Minor Hockey"- A 19-year-old man has been charged with stunt driving after police say they clocked him going 246 km/h on Highway 403 in Mississauga. Despite the sheer recklessness shown in this situation, police haven't determined whether or not the driver will be facing criminal charges. Scott asks callers for their opinion on why this driver and others like him don't face more severe penalties.

Too much screen time can negatively affect a young child’s development, according to a new study by researchers at the University of Calgary. Guest: Dr. Sheri Madigan, assistant professor, Department of Psychology, University of Calgary, specializes in clinical psychology and child & adolescent development-How often are customers taken advantage of by airlines? A Toronto man was shocked when he didn't get a promised $800 voucher from Air Canada after he gave up his seat on an overcrowded flight.Guest: Gábor Lukács, founder of Air Passenger Rights-Scott and CHCH's Bubba O'Neil are talking sports, including why Adnan Virk was fired by ESPN, Auston Matthew's 5-year contract extension with the Toronto Maple Leafs, and a report that suggests the Toronto Raptors are looking to trade Kyle Lowry and Jonas Valanciunas to the Memphis Grizzlies for Mike Conley and Marc Gasol.

CBC President Catherine Tait expressed concern that Netflix could be encroaching on Canadian culture, in a way that is reminiscent of colonialism. Scott  thinks she is missing a major point to be made here, one that is rooted in self-awareness or a lack thereof. - Don Robertson is in the studio for Sports Talk. He and Scott break down the Super Bowl. and how long they were able to stay interested in it, as well as what to expect from the Raptors and the Leafs this season, and more. Guest: Don Robertson, of the Dundas Real McCoys

This week Scott brings you the story of a criminal whose ambition seemed outmatched his education, a robbery gone spectacularly wrong, and a story of wild romance at a zoo. Which is the best story? You decide!