Click here for more on this topic and other free resources - https://www.drjimrichards.comFrom childhood, most of us have heard “the Christmas story” so many times that it becomes easy to reduce it to a sentimental scene—a manger, a few shepherds, and a star overhead. But in Scripture, the birth of Jesus is anything but a children’s tale. It is a p…

Mark Towhey digs in with Gaving Tighe, Senior Partner with Gardiner Roberts LLP, into revising the Crominal Code to outlaw intimidation and harassment. And Candy Ho HR Expert, Chair of Canadian Education and Research Institute for Counselling and a faculty member at Kwantlen Polytechnic University breaks down the effects of the new wage transparenc…

Mark Towhey is in for Jim Richards and asks John Wright, CEO of Canada Pulse Insight if the Conservatives are now the party of the working class. Daniel Lauzon from Food For Now, shares his story about feeding those in his own backyard of Etobicoke. Jeff Chatteron from Checkmate Public Affairs, shares how to adapt to a crisis at work. And Brian Lil…

Mark Towhey brings back the discussion on Barrie’s bold high‑visibility police‑car redesign—talking with former TPS cop Mark Mendelson—and opens the phones on whether police uniforms, gear, and presentation have become too aggressive for a profession built mostly on trust, not combat. The hour then shifts to callers debating Ontario’s new pay‑trans…

Mark Towhey is in for Jim Richard, and the final hour of today's show opened with podcasting leader Amanda Cupido, who shared the story of selling her podcast company, what the deal means for her future with The Walrus, and whether anyone who isn’t Joe Rogan can still make real money in podcasting. She also dug into the big question facing the indu…

Mark Towhey is in for Jim Richards and the hour opened with Darrell Bricker, CEO of Ipsos Research and co-author of a number of books — discussing the themes of his new book Breaking Point, exploring the widening divides in Canada—urban vs. rural, east vs. west, young vs. old—and whether anything still binds the country together. Listeners then wei…

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How did we as a country fare during a tumultuous year? Plus – The meaning of human connection over the holidays GUESTS: Moshe Lander - economics professor at Concordia University Pete Bombaci - Founder and CEO of GenWell Mubin Shaikh - former undercover for CSIS and the RCMP in terrorism related investigations…

Jim talks to the founder. Plus – The Year in Toronto Sports GUESTS: Ryan Donais - Founder of Tiny Tiny Homes Bruce Arthur - Toronto Star columnist Jen Kirsch - dating expertAv iHeartRadio

Jim hosts the return of The Draft Plus – How often are you supposed to wash a bra? GUESTS: Scott Reid - CTV Political Commentator and advisor to a number of Prime Ministers, premiers and political leaders Tim Powers - Chairman of Summa StrategiesAv iHeartRadio

Click here for more on this topic and other free resources - https://www.drjimrichards.comFor many people, the holidays are not a season of joy but a time when old memories, unresolved pain, and family patterns surface with surprising intensity. What we feel in the present is often shaped by experiences from years ago. Long before we understand why…

Cats, chairs and even more. Plus - Jim’s thoughts on the Skate Canada storyAv iHeartRadio

Why fake videos after major news events are spreading online. Plus – Wrapping paper vs. Gift bags. GUEST: Carmi Levy - tech expertAv iHeartRadio

How many Bobs and Dorises are out there? Plus – Remembering Rob ReinerAv iHeartRadio

Jim talks to a youth addiction expert Plus – The Voice of the Maple Leafs joins the show GUEST: Joe Bowen - The Voice of the Toronto Maple Leafs Dr. Shawn Kelly - pediatrician and addiction specialistAv iHeartRadio

Jim talks to a broadcaster there Plus - Jim’s thoughts on Trump’s response to the killing of Rob Reiner GUESTS: Lisa Raitt - Former Federal Cabinet Minister Archie Arenson - Drive announcer at MIX FM in AustraliaAv iHeartRadio

Why you should always go to one Plus - Should drivers have to be retested every few years? GUEST: Kevin Donovan - Chief Investigative Reporter for the Toronto StarAv iHeartRadio

Should the US commentator be weighing in on Canadian healthcare? Plus – Are these Christmas movies or not? GUESTS: Lisa Raitt - Former Federal Cabinet Minister Mike Wilner - Toronto Star columnist and host of the podcast Deep Left FieldAv iHeartRadio

Jim weighs in on the floor crossing Plus - 33 weeks? Give me a break GUEST: John Wright - veteran pollster and head of the polling firm Canada Pulse InsightsAv iHeartRadio

Jim gets to the bottom of a very important debate Plus – Are you in a Christmas Arm Race? GUESTS: Aurel Braun - professor of international relations and political science at U of T John Tory Jr. - aviation expert Jeff Marek - host of The SheetAv iHeartRadio

From ‘Baby Shark’ to ‘Skinamarink’, Jim breaks down why they can annoy us so much Plus – Was this meet-cute actually creepy?Av iHeartRadio

Click here for more on this topic and other free resources - https://www.drjimrichards.comFrom the beginning, God has shown us that every interaction with Him is rooted in one essential reality: faith. Yet for many believers, faith has been shaped more by religious tradition than by a living relationship with God Himself. We often approach faith as…

GUESTS: Amanda Galbraith - co-founder and partner at reputation management company Oyster Group and host of Free For All Fridays Melody Jackson - Executive Director of the CP24 CHUM Christmas Wish Tim Hudak - Former leader of the Ontario Conservatives now a Partner with Counsel Public Affairs, one of Canada’s leading public affairs agencies…

GUESTS: Scott Reid - CTV Political Commentator and advisor to a number of Prime Ministers, premiers and political leadersGeorge Ruiter - trade show manager at Outset Media Jerry AgarAv iHeartRadio

We take your calls Plus – Sydney Sweeney responds to criticisms of that American Eagle ad GUESTS: Monte McGregor - Criminal defence lawyer Erin Morrison - Vice President of Texture CommunicationsAv iHeartRadio

The surprising answer Plus - Have your parents told you something very relaxed about their health that terrified you?Av iHeartRadio

The most common arguments you get in to while driving Plus – Why FIFA gave that peace prize to Trump GUESTS: Bruce Arthur - Toronto Star columnistAv iHeartRadio

Jim weighs in on a viral video Plus – Introducing Christmas Movie Madness GUESTS: Barry Hertz - Deputy Arts Editor and Film Editor for The Globe and MailAv iHeartRadio

We now know more about the picture Plus - Do young people actually go to the movies anymore? GUESTS: Gareth Wheeler - Canadian sports broadcaster Scott Reid - CTV Political Analyst and former advisor to a Prime MinisterAv iHeartRadio

How will this impact going to the movies? Plus - Jim talks about a clip he saw about online anger GUESTS: Moshe Lander - economics professor at Concordia University Amber Dowling - writer and criticAv iHeartRadio

Would you be annoyed if someone wrote you a wedding speech using AI? Plus – The debate around Canada selling trucks to ICE GUEST: Lisa Raitt - Former federal cabinet ministerAv iHeartRadio

Jim takes your calls Plus - What can we do better to prevent food waste from grocery stores this holiday season? GUEST: Megan Czerpak from Love Food Hate WasteAv iHeartRadio

Click here for more on this topic and other free resources - https://www.drjimrichards.comFellowship With the SpiritThe very first letter of the Hebrew alphabet carries a profound message: it reveals God’s first and highest intention for mankind. From the beginning, God’s deepest desire has been to harmonize Himself with mankind and establish heave…

Jim chats with him about the op-ed Plus – Residents still don’t know when they can go home after fire GUEST: Bill Marra - president and CEO of Hotel-Dieu Grace in WindsorAv iHeartRadio

Jim weighs in on the national debate Plus – The Bathroom Stages of Relationships GUEST: MPP John Fraser - Ontario Liberal Party Critic for EducationAv iHeartRadio

Is this the right strategy? Plus – Analysis of today’s Ontario Auditor General report GUEST: Dr. Zainab Abdurrahman - president of the Ontario Medical AssociationAv iHeartRadio

Jim takes your calls Plus - What do you set your thermostat to during the winter?Av iHeartRadio

Deb speaks with a senior correspondent with CTV News Plus – Why Toronto schools are sharing a principal GUEST: Adrian Ghobrial - Senior Correspondent with CTV National NewsAv iHeartRadio

How spending habits are changing Plus - Where are you politically right now? GUESTS: John Wright - veteran pollster and head of the polling firm Canada Pulse Insights Ryan Mallough - VP of legislative affairs at CFIBAv iHeartRadio

Jim talks to experts about the major pipeline story Plus - What’s the holdup on signing Bo Bichette? GUESTS: Lori Williams - political scientist with Mount Royal University in Calgary Ritesh Kotak - cybersecurity expert Mike Wilner - baseball columnist for the Star and host of the podcast “Deep Left Field” John Tory Jr. - aviation expert…

Which takes precedent right now? Plus - Is it a bad idea to ‘follow your passion’ in your career? GUESTS: Keith Brooks - Programs Director with Environmental Defence Moshe Lander - economics professor at Concordia UniversityAv iHeartRadio

Inside the changing look of Carney’s team. Plus - If you’re a ‘green’ person, does this feel like a sellout, or part of the reality that facts change for people? GUEST: Scott Reid - CTV Political Analyst and former advisor to a Prime MinisterAv iHeartRadio

He takes your calls about what he should do. Plus - When an American wishes you Happy Thanksgiving, what do you say? GUESTS: Mark Robinson - Storm chaser with The Weather Network Matt Cauz - TSN 1050Av iHeartRadio

Click here for more on this topic and other free resources - https://www.drjimrichards.comAligning With The PowerWe already have all the power of God within us—because the Holy Spirit is in us! Think about that for a moment: the very power that created the heavens, the earth, every living creature, and the entire human race resides in every believe…

Do more cops make you feel safer? Plus – Doug Ford says he will audit ‘left wing radical groups’ GUEST: Steve Ryan - CP24 Crime Reporter and former homicide detective Brian Karem - American journalist and author working at the White House, Host of podcast… “Just Ask The Question!”Av iHeartRadio

With the holidays approaching, who is making tough calls this year? Plus – Penny Oleksiak gets a two year suspension. GUEST: Bruce Arthur - Toronto Star columnistAv iHeartRadio

Jim has another behind the scenes debate. Plus – Inside the battle between rental activists and the Ford government. GUESTS: Mohit Rajans - Media and technology writer at thinkstart.ca Matti Siemiatycki - a housing and city planning expert with the University of TorontoAv iHeartRadio

Jim takes your calls. GUESTS: Monte McGregor - Criminal defence lawyer Carmi Levy - tech expertAv iHeartRadio

A behind the scenes debate keeps going. Plus - What qualifies as ‘finders keepers’?Av iHeartRadio

Jim saw some weird things on the way home. Plus - If you don’t own a car, how do you get around? GUEST: Monte McGregor - criminal defence lawyerAv iHeartRadio