Scott Radley Show

With 15 people running for mayor of Hamilton, who should be covered? Does each member of the race deserve an equal amount of coverage?Guest: Larry Di Ianni, former Mayor of Hamilton-Halton Police Constable Norm Denault has given out over 5,000 traffic tickets. What is distracted driving, How can people avoid it and save themselves from tickets? Constable Denault joins Scott to answer these questions and more.Guest: Norm Denault, Halton Police Constable-Bubba O'Neil and Scott discuss the Bluejays , and if the amount of hate Mark Shapiro and Ross Atkins receive is unreasonable.Guest: Bubba O’Niel, of CHCH Sports-On this day in 1972 at the Munich Olympics, Palestinian terrorist broke into the athletes village and took 11 members of the Israeli Olympic Team hostage before killing them. Our guest is Hamilton’s David Hart, whose life intersected with these events while he was in Munich as part of the Canadian Men’s National Water Polo Team.Guest: David Hart, Member of the Hamilton Sports Hall of Fame

Ward 9 councillor candidate Brad Clark and school board trustee candidate Cam Galindo are mutually endorsing each other in the upcoming municipal election. Has something like this ever happened before?Guest: Peter Graefe, associate professor of political science, McMaster University-What if kids could call the shots in the classroom? An unsual education model called "unschooling" involves no homework, no tests, and no emphasis on grades. A Calgary author, Judy Arnall, is releasing a book called Unschooling to University, which follows the trajectory of 30 unschooled children who entered or graduated from postsecondary institutions.Guest: Judy Arnall, president of the Unschooling Canada Association-The Stanley Cup has had a rough summer in the hands of the Washington Capitals. The NHL is now politely asking teams who win the Stanley Cup to treat it with a bit more respect - which includes not using it for keg stands in the future.Guest: Phil Pritchard, official Keeper of the Stanley Cup

Supply Management has been brought up over and over again in the discussion surrounding NAFTA and trade with the U.S. But Scott has found that many people do not have much of an idea of what supply management is. So Marvin Ryder has been brought in to explain it.Guest: Marvin Ryder, of the DeGroote School of Business-Christopher Garnier has been convicted of second degree murder for strangling an off-duty police officer during what he claims was consensual sex. He says that he has developed post-traumatic stress disorder as a result of this experience. Now Veterans Affairs has begun paying for Garnier’s therapy, which has upset many people.Guest: Phil McColeman, MP for Brantford Brant, and Shadow Minister for Veteran’s Affairs-Scott bring three strange stories to the table: a robber with questionable priorities, the moment a young doctor learn whether they have what it takes to work in the medical field, and an example of why it is important to remember pop culture references. Which is the best bizarre true s

What happens when celebrities with young fanbases condone or celebrate cannabis? Rebecca Jesse,am of the Canadian Centre for Substance Abuse and Addiction talks with Scott about how cannabis in our culture and what celebrities often will and will not talk about. Guest: Rebecca Jesseman, Director of Policy for the Canadian Centre for Substance Abuse and Addiction - If you find random mushrooms in the forest, do you eat them? The answer should be “no.” Scott has a cringeworthy story to share. - Don Robertson and Scott break down the latest sports talk, including the debate in the NBA surrounding access to mental health records. Guest: Don Robertson of the Dundas Real McCoys

For the first time, Laura Hampshire of 900 CHML joins Scott for the Brightest Conversation in Hamilton! Prepare for deep topics and clever discussion, as well as more than a few fits of laughter.  Guest: Laura Hampshire, News Anchor with 900 CHML Global News Radio

Historically the Ticats have not fared well in their first game following a biweek but they are back tonight and playing against Edmonton. What will they bring to field? And the CFL has new rules allowing for more eccentric celebrations from players. Rick Zamperin joins Scott to break down these issues and more. Check out The 5th Quarter podcast with Rick Zamperin on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, Spotify. Guest: Rick Zamperin, Assistant Program/News/Senior Sports Director on 900 CHML, host of The 5th Quarter - Maxime Bernier has left the Conservative Party and many are saying he has thoroughly burned his bridges. Does this work for or against the Conservatives, and how should the Liberal Party be feeling? Guest: Tim Harper, Political Columnist - What is the worst way to deal with a noisy party near your Home? One man in Thatcher Arizona may have found it. Scott shares that story.

A Nova Scotia man has decided to auction off all of his belongings - including his house and vehicles - for $200,000, putting into practice the phrase "live simply so others may simply live".Why is he doing this?Guest: Michael Bowden-There has been a lot of controversy over the idea of taking down sculptures of historical figures who may have done things that are unacceptable by today's standards. Is the issue more nuanced than it seems to be on the surface? What about figures like Joseph Brant, who has a huge legacy in this part of Ontario, but who also owned a slave?Guest: Jane Mulkewich, local lawyer, historian, author on the topic of Joseph Brant-Bubba O'Neil joins Scott to discuss the latest news from the world of sports.Guest: Bubba O'Neil, sports anchor with CHCH

Lise Ravary talks with Scott about the issues that inspired her newest piece for the Montreal Gazette, 'It's not racist to question multiculturalism in Canada’.Guest: Lise Ravary, Journalist-The Story of the Week! Scott has brought together the three weirdest stories of the week. It is up to you to decide which is the best. (Remember, "best" is a relative term.)-Joe Montford is set to be added to the Hamilton Tiger-cats Wall of Honour this Thursday. He joins Scott to discuss his career and how he feels about this occasion and the Ticats.Guest: Joe Montford-What are the worst conversation topics? If these answers surprise you, then you need this segment. Scott reviews the topics that can fill other people with boredom and discomfort. Some are appropriate, given the occasion, others are irredeemable. How many of these have you found yourself trapped talking about at a party?

For the past four years, Glen Grunwald has been the Athletics Director at McMaster University. Today he announced that he will be leaving. Glen join Scott to talk about the decsion, what is next, and why it had to happen now. Guest: Glen Grunwald, outgoing Athletics Director at McMaster University, former GM of the Toronto Raptors - Scott wonders about the practical applications of Rubik's Cube world records, if there are any. - Sports Talk with Teri Pecoskie!  

It's time for the Brightest Conversation in Hamilton. Scott Radley and Mike Fortune bring you lively debate and share some strange stories, to start your weekend off in the best way possible. Guest: Mike Fortune, of Cable 14

When recreational marijuana is legal, police are going to faced with the difficult task of determining whether or not people are driving high. Is there a chance this could lead to problems when these cases actually go to court? How easy will it be to prove that drivers are impaired by cannabis?Guest: Jaime Stephenson, local criminal lawyer, president of the Hamilton Criminal Lawyers Association-Why don't nearly as many people watch women's sports compared to men's sports?Guest: Deanna Behnke-Cook, sociologist with the Department of Sociology and Anthropology at the University of Guelph, expert in gender and sport

Sir John A. Macdonald high school is closing. Its future is uncertain but the schoolboard has said they will not be selling the property to the city. But there are plans to revitalize the entertainment district, and the property could be considered crucial for these plans. Which raises the question, what can and will the city do if they decide that they want the land Sir John A. Macdonald high school currently sits on. Guest: Al Burton, partner with Thomas Rogers in Torotno, specialist in municipal law and former lawyer for the city of Hamilton. - Scott has three strange stories to tell, but which is the best? - Bubba O'Neil joins Scott in the studio for a lively conversation about the coaching methods, the CFL and the most unique names in college football.

Sam Hammond, president of the Elementary Teachers Federation of Ontario has said that the union will defend any teacher that chooses to teach the sex education curriculum recently rescinded by Doug Ford’s government. Guest: Barry Kay, Political Science Professor at Wilfred Laurier University - Scott shares a cringeworthy story involving a crocodile and college graduation. - Scott talks with Rick Zamperin about Johnyy Manziel’s injury over the weekend, and the CFL’s protocol for handling concussion. Guest: Rick Zamperin, host of The 5th Quarter, Senior Sports Director at Global News Radio 900 CHML

The city is looking at the possibility of conducting an independent study that would assess the needs of Hamilton’s entertainment venues (including FirstOntario Centre, FirstOntario Concert Hall, and the Convention Centre) and whether or not they need to be renovated or replaced. Carmen’s Group and several other partners are willing to spend up to $250,000 to contribute to that study to get the conversation started.Is this something that would be good for the city’s downtown core?Guest: Scott Warren, associate of Carmen’s Group, owner of Hamilton Cardinals-A new report has found that Google is tracking you and recording your whereabouts, even if you turn off Location Services. Is this even allowed?Guest: Allen Mendehlson, specialist in internet law-Scott and Don Robertson of the Dundas Real McCoys are back for their usual Monday night sports chat after a three week absence. There’s plenty to discuss, including Tiger Woods’ runner-up finish at the PGA championship and the wide disparity between the amount of p

It's time for the Brightest Conversation in Hamilton. Loren Leiberman joins Scott, to talk this week'd serious and ridiculous news. Guest: Loren Lieberman, of Cable 14

Many public areas already have bans on smoking, which leaves many the only choice to smoke at home. But condo boards seem to have the ability to ban smoking from their buildings. Why is this? And what is going to happen when marijuana is legalized? Guest: Denise Lash, of Lash Condo Law - What is the worst thing that could happen to you at the beach? Sunburns might come to mind but Scott has a story of something much stranger. - Andy Fantuz has announced his retirement today. Rick Zamperin joins to talk about Fantuz, his decision, what this means for the team and the pattern that the Ticats seem to often fall into. Guest: Rick Zamperin, host of The 5th Quarter on 900 CHML, Sports and Assistant News director at 900 CHML - The home that served as the exterior to the Brady’s house on the classic sitcom The Brady Bunch is up for sale, and people around the world are clamoring for it. But not every buyer would leave it untouched. Scott is joined by the real estate agent who is handling the property. Guest:

Four seats have opened up for Hamilton City Council, making room for potentially new perspectives. What does this mean for the race, and how might the future of Light Rail Transit in Hamilton be affected? Guest: Brad Clark, Principal at Maple Leaf Strategies - The Hamilton Bulldogs head coach, John Gruden, has left the team to join the New York Islanders. When Steve Staios first hired Gruden, he went off the beaten path, and it worked out very well for the team. How will he handle the search for a new head coach this time, and will lighting strike twice?Guest: Teri Pecoskie, Bulldogs Beat Writer for the Hamilton Spectator - Bubba O'Neil debates Scott on whether the Toronto Raptors were right to trade DeMar DeRozan to San Antonio in exchange for  Kawhi Leonard. What do you think of the move?

What do you do when you've bought a new house but can't sell your current home? It happens more often than you'd think.Guest: Rob Golfi, realtor with Re/Max Escarpment-Scott is joined by 900 CHML sports director Rick Zamperin to discuss MLB's all-star week and whether or not anyone has had as much of an impact on their sport as Hulk Hogan has had on wrestling.Guest: Rick Zamperin, assistant program, news & senior sports director with Global News Radio 900 CHML-What would you do if you could afford to buy your dream car? Scott shares the story of a man in Virginia who bought a $300,000 sports car, but was only able to enjoy it for less than a day.

What do Canadians know about their Supreme Court, and how is ours different from the U.S. Supreme Court? Andrew Lawton wrote about the low profle of Canada's Supreme Court for the National Post.  Guest: Andrew Lawton, Broadcaster, columnist and speaker - What is the most appropriate place for a burglar to be trapped in? Scott shares a story of one hapless criminal's poor luck, and tells us how he would have handled the situation. Not that Scott plans on ever committing a burglary. - Scott and Don Robertson of the Dundas Real McCoys chat about the world of sports, including Ray Emery, Kawhi Leonard and the Toronto Raptors, and the best all-star games in the world of sports. 

Tonight for the Brightest Conversation in Hamilton, Mike Fortune fights off a migraine to join Scott and tackle some of the trickiest topics from this week in news. The lights might be turned down in the studio, but the conversation is as bright as it has ever been. Guest: Mike Fortune, Cable 14