
Montreal Now with Aaron Rand Podcast
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MENNIE: The premier of Quebec is behaving like a small town political boss (and folks are starting to notice)
JAMES MENNIE, Montreal Gazette

Liberal MP won't run again partially due to threats and misogyny
Pam Dmoff, Liberal MP representing the riding of Oakville North-Burlington since 2015

MULCAIR: I think Francois Legault is entirely right
Tom Mulcair, CJAD 800 Commentator

MENNIE: It was only a matter of time before Legault piped up about McGill and the rule of law.
JAMES MENNIE, Montreal Gazette

The U.S. has documented its first HIV cases following a cosmetic procedure
Dr. Chris Labos, cardiologist with a degree in epidemiology

Will Montreal's Hippodrome redevelopment project ever see the light of day?
Andrew Lutfy, is a Montreal developer, CEO of Carbonleo, and the driving force behind the Royalmount development project which is set to become the biggest retail project in this city’s history.

JEAN-FRANCOIS LISEE: You cannot insult a member of Parliament especially a leader
JEAN-FRANCOIS LISEE, Former PQ leader

MENNIE: Pup tents do not have an impressive track record as agents of social change.
JAMES MENNIE, Montreal Gazette

THE LEGAL CORNER: Why are Quebec’s bailiffs busier than ever?
Chris Dimakos, CJAD 800 Legal Contributor

Both sides of McGill encampment protest react after judge dismisses injunction request
Sibel Ataogul, lawyer representing the Student Society of McGill University (SSMU) against injunction & Neil Oberman, lawyer representing plaintiffs for injunction

Everything you need to know about Canada's dental care plan
Dr. Aaron Burry, CEO of the Canadian Dental Association

MULCAIR: This was the most shameful display I have ever seen in my career
Tom Mulcair, CJAD 800 Commentator

MENNIE: Poilievre and the notwithstanding clause (we warned you, folks)
JAMES MENNIE, Montreal Gazette

The Right Chemistry with Dr. Joe: Are almonds the best nut?
Dr. Joe Schwarz, Host of the Dr. Joe Show, Sundays at 3 PM on CJAD 800 & director of the McGill Office for Science & Society

New study reveals most expensive cities in Quebec. Here's how Montreal fares
Eve-Lyne Couturier, IRIS researcher (Institut de recherche et d'informations socioéconomiques)

Lisee: 'To reverse the decline of French, you have to push every lever'
Political Insider Jean-François Lise joined Aaron Rand to talk about the CAQ's $603 million proposal to protect French.

Mennie: The CAQ finally reveals itself as a one trick pony
The Montreal Gazette's James Mennie joined Aaron to talk about the latest political news.

The CAQ construes statistics to make it appear as if French is in “free fall”
Jack Jedwab, President of the Association for Canadian Studies, joined Aaron to talk about the continuing language challenges in Quebec.

Live from McGill University: The latest on the pro-Palestinian encampment
CTV News Montreal's Matt Grillo joined Aaron to provide an update on the protests at McGill University.

Dan Robertson remembers the late great Bob Cole
Former Habs play by play man and current Winnipeg Jets announcer Dan Robertson joined Aaron to reminisce about the late great Bob Cole.

Expect more unforeseen expenses for the Big O
Insider David Heurtel joined Aaron to talk about the latest political news.

A new documentary about the Expos! Nos Amours: La Saga des Expos de Montreal
Robbie Hart, Montreal filmmaker, producer and director of “Nos Amours: La Saga des Expos de Montreal”, joined Aaron to preview his film.

Has the CAQ’s one-man show become its biggest liability?
The Montreal Gazette's James Mennie joined Aaron to talk about the latest political news.

Parc Safari is going car-free!
Jean-Pierre Ranger is the Parc Safari owner and president, and he joined Aaron to talk about the latest developments at the zoo.

The 9th floor of the Eaton center makes a comeback!
Entrepreneur and philanthropist Jeff Baikowitz joined Aaron to talk about the renovation process for the iconic 9th floor at the Eaton Centre.

The war between Quebec’s mayors and the CAQ over public transit
Political Insider Tom Mulcair joined Aaron to talk about the latest political news.

Plante vs Guilbault on public transit (a.k.a when limo users fight)
The Gazette's James Mennie joined Aaron to talk about the latest political news.

First AI pageant to judge winner on beauty and social media clout
CTV tech analyst Carmi Levy joined Aaron to talk about the latest tech news.

The REM lines are - once again - being delayed
CTV's Kelly Greig joined Aaron to talk about more REM delays - again.

Provincial Liberals :The capital gains tax will lead to decreased productivity
Frederic Beauchemin, Liberal MNA representing the riding of Marguerite-Bourgeoys and official opposition critic on finance, joined Aaron to talk about the capital gains increase in last week's federal budget.

JEAN-FRANCOIS LISEE: I have trust issues with them..
JEAN-FRANCOIS LISEE, Former PQ leader

MENNIE: Legault’s CAQ learns that Quebec has no appetite for referendums (or PQ hysteria)
JAMES MENNIE, Montreal Gazette

iPhone algorithm blocks potentially upsetting content from phones. Here's why it's worrisome
Chrys Vilvang, Concordia PHD candidate in Communications Studies

Quebec students are missing school at an alarming rate. Who’s to blame?
Katherine Korakakis, president of the English Parents Committee Association (EPCA)

'I hope people realize how unique and beautiful the city is': Columnist pens love letter to Montreal
Carolyn Bennett is a former Montrealer who left the city in the 1980s. She recently penned an op-ed piece in The Gazette after revisiting the city. She joined Montreal Now's Aaron Rand to explain why she left the city and what inspired her to write a love letter to the city.

MULCAIR: What is wrong with saying ‘Bonjour,Hi’?
Tom Mulcair, CJAD 800 Commentator

MENNIE: With a 10 percent absenteeism rate, Quebec mulls ways to “penalize” students caught speaking English in school.
JAMES MENNIE, Montreal Gazette

JEAN-FRANCOIS LISEE: That’s a very worrisome trend
JEAN-FRANCOIS LISEE, Former PQ leader

Will your spring renovations affect your home insurance coverage?
Adam Strumas, partner at KBD insurance

HEURTEL: Where is this money going to come from?
David Heurtel, Former Quebec liberal cabinet minister, Council at Fasken and political analyst

MENNIE: Come come now, you didn’t REALLY think they were going to extend Cavendish, did you?
JAMES MENNIE. Montreal Gazette

BUSINESS BRIEF: Capital gains tax changes could lead to 'brain drain,' harm productivity
Amanda Lang, business reporter with BNN Bloomberg and the host of “Taking Stock” which can be heard anywhere on the Iheart network

Montreal has unveiled plans for the former Hippodrome site. Does it include a Cavendish extension?
Rick Leckner, traffic expert Dida Berku, former lawyer and CSL city councilor Jason Magder, reporter with the Montreal Gazette

MULCAIR: He has his ups and downs BUT Drainville has his heart in the right place
Tom Mulcair, CJAD 800 Commentator

MENNIE: The Bill 96 flip flop seems part of a larger message.
JAMES MENNIE, Montreal Gazette

Quebec judge suspends parts of Bill 96 affecting English schools
Joe Ortona, EMSB chair

TECH CORNER: Should you ‘accept all cookies’ when browsing a website?
Carmi Levy, CTV’s Tech analyst

'Construction doesn't get you votes': Montreal mayor Valerie Plante defends infrastructure projects
Valerie Plante, Mayor of Montreal

What is the 'grandparent scam' and how can you avoid becoming a victim?
Sean Chatland, OPP Detective-Inspector

JEAN FRANCOIS LISEE: He cannot be negative all of the time
JEAN-FRANCOIS LISEE, Former PQ leader