The Todd Veinotte Show

In Hour 1, Lunenburg Mayor Jamie Myra, shares how 'boondocking' RVs, campers are making it difficult for emergency vehicles to get through narrow streets. Weather specialist Allister Aalders discusses the heat, drought and if relief is on the way. Robert Huish, Associate Professor, Department of International Development Studies at Dalhousie University, discusses how major institutional investors are asking the federal government to give them a reason to invest more at home in the upcoming fall budget. Paul MacKinnon the CEO of the Downtown Halifax Business Commission, shares how bike lane construction causing frustration in downtown Halifax. In Hour 2, Todd takes your calls during the Mid-WeeK Meltdown. In Hour 3, Todd continues the Mid-Week Meltdown.

In Hour 1, Josh Dehaas, Counsel with Canadian Constitution Foundation, gives an update on an organization is calling on the provincial government to reconsider its ban on activities in the woods. Lori Turnbull, Political Science professor at Dalhousie University, discusses a new poll that says support for Liberals, and Prime Minster Mark Carney unchanged despite no trade deal with U.S. Elizabeth Smith-McCrossin, MLA for Cumberland North says the governments newly released Regional Transportation Plan (RTP) fails to deliver for most of the province - including the entrance and Gateway into Nova Scotia, Cumberland County. Kevin Russell, Executive Director of Rental Housing Providers Nova Scotia, discusses a new public campaign called Stop the Water Hike has been launched to mobilize Halifax Regional Municipality residents to oppose Halifax Water’s proposed 36.6% rate hike. In Hour 2, Todd takes your calls during the Open Hour. In Hour 3, Dr. Rob Thacker is back for The Science Files.

In Hour 1, Nancy Hartling, District 13- Prospect Road - St. Margarets and Laura White, District 7- Halifax South Downtown joins Todd for Councillors on the Hot Seat! In Hour 2, Todd takes your calls during the Open Hour. In Hour 3, NSGEU President Sandra Mullen shares how Nova Scotia Health is boosting security measures with AI metal detectors. Scott Tingley, manager of forest protection for the Natural Resources Department on the burn restrictions, fines and the increased risk of wildfires throughout the province, discusses the Ban on Entering Wooded Areas. Todd Burgess, executive director of Forest Nova Scotia, discusses the Forest Ban.

In Hour 1, Minister of Emergency Management Kim Masland joins Todd to discussed the fire and woods ban as well as the damning audit leading the province to end ties with Nova Scotia Firefighters School. Patrick Brannon, Senior Researcher and Director of Major Projects for the Atlantic Economic Council shares the new Health Care Reports and how does Atlantic Canada compare to the rest of Canada? Weekly Chat with Tim Powers, Summa Strategies, Abacus Data. Duncan Robertson, Senior Policy Analyst with the Canadian Federation Independent Business, discusses how small business owners brace for possible Canada Post strike. In Hour 2, Todd takes your calls during the Open Hour. In Hour 3, Albert Lalonde, co-project manager for the Climate Conscience Lab with the David Suzuki Foundation, discusses how experts say a warning from the United Nations’ top court that failing to address climate change could violate international law could lead to greater public scrutiny of major projects in Canada. Mayor Andy Fillmore joins Todd for a chat. Moshe Lander, an economist from Montreal's Concordia University, discusses how maritime travellers are bracing for disruptions of possible Air Canada strike. Sports with Cecil Wright.

In Hour 1, Todd takes your calls during the Open Hour. In Hour 2, Todd takes your calls during the Open Hour. In Hour 3, Jeff Karabanow, a professor at Dalhousie University and a co-director of Dalhousie’s social work community clinic, shares how homelessness is on the rise. Neal Livingston, a woodlot owner in Inverness County and co- chairman of the Margaree Environmental Association, discusses how the environmental group is demanding that the provincial environment minister stop issuing forest spray permits for mainland Nova Scotia. Sports chat with Ken Bagnell, with guests Canada Games volleyball coach, Allison Saunders and athlete, Luchi Cohen.

In Hour 1, NDP Leader Claudia Chender, joins Todd to discuss Nova Scotia’s restrictions on activities in the woods with several closures across the province, tariffs and how firefighters deserve safe training options. Scott Taylor, Esprit de Corps Magazine, discusses alleged terrorist among the ranks. Ashley Legere, executive director of Cumberland Homelessness and Housing Support Association, shares how their mobile outreach team hit the road in Cumberland County. Sue Uteck, Executive Director of Spring Garden Area Business Association, discusses how Halifax council reverses decision on Morris Street bike lane. In Hour 2, Todd takes your calls during the Mid-Week Meltdown. In Hour 3, Todd takes your calls during the Mid-Week Meltdown.

In Hour 1, Nancy Robinson, Chair of the The Digby & Area Housing Coalition Society, joins Todd to discuss how the Digby affordable housing project on hold as federal funding dries up. Tarek Hadhad, CEO of Peace by Chocolate, shares how US tariffs are giving Canadian chocolatiers more opportunities for Canadian chocolatiers. Stacey Gomez, Executive Director of Centre for Migrant Worker Rights Nova Scotia, discusses afederal government proposal that could allow employers to charge some workers 30 per cent of their income for housing. Report co-author Tim Harper, shares a new survey suggests more than half of Canadians believe they didn’t have enough information or needed more to cast their ballot in the last federal election.In Hour 2, Todd takes your calls during the Open Hour. In Hour 3, Author Paul Palango discusses how the RCMP say they have addressed failures that were identified in mass killing inquiry. Michelle Porter, CEO Souls Harbour Rescue Mission, shares that Souls Harbour Bridgewater triples capacity and opens women's affordable housing! Solitha Shortte, Founder & CEO Soli Productions Management Inc. and Filipino-Canadian designer Caitlin Coo highlights Halifax fashion with THE MILLS Halifax Fashion Week (HFW) 2025 will take place from Sunday, August 10 to Sunday, August 17. Harold Davis, President of the Persian Gulf Veterans of Canada, discusses the 18th Report of the Standing Committee on Veterans Affairs.

In Hour 1, Jules Chiasson, Director General of the Fédération Acadienne de la Nouvelle-Écosse in Halifax joins todd to mark the start of the second annual Acadian Heritage Month, this year’s theme: “Honouring Acadian Heritage, Shaping the Future.” Franco Terrazzano, Federal Director of Canadian Taxpayer Federation, discusses how hundreds of CBC managers, directors and producers paid six figures. Weekly chat with Tim Powers, Summa Strategies, Abacus Data. Author Karissa Donkin shares her new book Breakaway: The PWHL and the Women Who Changed the Game.In Hour 2, Todd takes your calls during the Open Hour. In Hour 3, MJ MacDonald, CEO of Construction Safety Nova Scotia, shares a report that says there is ‘Urgent need’ for mental health supports in the Nova Scotia construction industry. Wi’kipaltimk 2025, a sacred three-day gathering of Mi’kmaq culture, ceremony and community, has released the line up of evening entertainment that will be showcased August 8 to 10 at Open Hearth Park in Sydney, Nova Scotia and former Senator Dan Christmas, will serve as master of ceremonies for portions of the weekend. Weekend weather with weather specialist Allister Aalders. Sports with Cecil Wright.

In Hour 1, Barb Harris, who has organized public information meetings on uranium development, joins Todd to address concerns raised by the Association of Professional Geoscientists of Nova Scotia that “individuals who are not registered Geoscientists in Nova Scotia are presenting opinion and information to the public that may be misinforming or misleading to citizens, communities and public institutions.” Rhonda Tulk-Lane, CEO of the Atlantic Chamber of Commerce, discusses why immigration is essential for Atlantic Canada’s future. Steve Murphy is back in the studio!In Hour 2, Todd takes your calls during the Open Hour. In Hour 3, Dr. Jeff Goodall is back for Ask the Vet.

In Hour 1, Robert Huish, Associate Professor of international development studies at Dalhousie University, joins Todd to discuss Prime Minister Mark Carney assembling cabinet today to talk U.S. trade and the Middle East. Paul D’Eon, Director of the Nova Scotia Lifeguard Service, shares how this summer, free life jackets are being offered at Dominion Beach – and three others in Nova Scotia as part of a new pilot program. ACORN Member Darryl King, shares a new tenant survey on the Triple Threat of Climate, Energy, and Housing Crises in Atlantic Canada. Author Steve Skafte shares his new book This River Was Once A Road. In Hour 2, Dr. John Gillis is back for House Calls. In Hour 3, Todd takes your calls during the Open Hour.

In Hour 1, Raymond Plourde, the wilderness coordinator at the Ecology Action Centre, shared insights regarding Nova Scotia's environment minister's announcement that Northern Pulp has not been given a specific deadline to present a cleanup plan for its closed mill site located near Pictou, N.S. Laura Ferguson, Biologist and Assistant Professor at Acadia University, shares how the public can help with a new study to see if climate change means more invasive mosquitoes in Nova Scotia. David Macdonald, Senior Economist for Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives, discusses anew report that says the federal public service could shed almost 60,000 jobs over the next four years as Ottawa looks to cut costs. Local blogger and travel influencer, Sara Mills reveals how Nova Scotians can uncover the best summer deals close to home.In Hour 2, Todd takes your calls during the Open Hour. In Hour 3. Rob Thacker is back for The Science Files!

In Hour 1, Becky Kent- District 3- Dartmouth South - Woodside - Eastern Passage and Tony Mancini, District 6- Dartmouth East – Burnside joins Todd for Councillors on the Hot Seat. In Hour 2, Todd takes your calls during the Open Hour. In Hour 3, US politics with Mark Brewer, Political Science professor at the University of Maine. Mike Moffatt, founding director of the Missing Middle Initiative at the University of Ottawa, discusses how seniors are not downsizing and why it is hurting first-time homebuyers. Steven Staples, National Director of Policy and Advocacy, Canadian Health Coalition, discusses how the Federal Health Minister Marjorie Michel is not committing to signing pharmacare funding deals with all provinces and territories. Truro Mayor Cathy Hinton shares an update on the transit strategy for Truro/ Colchester.

In Hour 1, Colin Stephenson, executive director of DEFSEC Atlantic, weighs in on Halifax’s opportunity to benefit from Canada’s defence boom, and the growing calls for a cohesive national industrial strategy to support it. Wayne MacKay, Law professor emeritus, Dalhousie University, discusses the Hockey Canada sexual assault trial. Weekly chat with Tim Powers, Summa Strategies, Abacus Data. In Hour 2, Todd takes your calls during the Open Hour. In Hour 3, Andrew Holland, national media relations director, Nature Conservancy of Canada, shares a cross-country nature challenge that is calling on people to document the species they encounter and help scientists monitor biodiversity across the country. Larry Hughes, Dalhousie University engineering professor, discusses how the Nova Scotia government is hoping to become a major energy provider with the Wind West project. Weekend Weather Round-up with weather specialist Allister Aalders. Sports with Cecil Wright.

In Hour 1, Patrick Sullivan, President and CEO of Halifax Chamber of Commerce, shares a new release of its recent survey on the potential introduction of strong mayor Powers in the Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM), conducted between July 17 and July 22. Niki Jabbour, award-winning author of 4 gardening books, discusses how gardeners are enduring Japanese beetle infestation. Ash Avery, executive director of Feed Nova Scotia, shares how Nova Scotia has the lowest food price inflation but food insecurity remains high. In Hour 2, Todd takes your calls during the Open Hour. In Hour 3, Jim Stanford, Director of the Centre for Future Work, discusses how a bad deal with President Trump is worse than no deal at all. NDP MLA Suzy Hansen, discusses how thousands of affordable housing units are needed to meet the need. Halifax Documentary “ Justin’s Addiction Story: No Family is Immune” won Best International Short Documentary at the Jersey Shore Film Festival. Director Jacob Surette and Tina Surette share their story. Don Mills, President of Crane Cove Holdings, and Partner and Director with CABCO joins Todd to share his and David Campbell’s new book Towards Prosperity: The Transformation of Atlantic Canada’s Economy.

In Hour 1, Dr. Margot Burnell, President of the Canadian Medical Association, shares how health-care advocacy groups are trying to streamline their own messages to ensure the country’s fragile health system remains on the agenda as Canadians premiers gather in Ontario. Krystle Wittevrongel, Director of Research at the MEI, discusses how federal impact assessments should be fair, transparent, and swift for all projects, not just the few favoured by Ottawa under Bill C-5. Lisa Diamond-Burchuk President of the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists, and Marybeth Flemming, occupational therapist, join Todd to talk about occupational Therapy Practice in Nova Scotia. What it is, who does it, why it is important in the delivery of health and wellness in Nova Scotia? Nick Horne, a Westwood Hills says officials knew of wildfire risk in Upper Tantallon for years but did nothing. In Hour 2, Dr. John Gillis is back for House Calls. In Hour 3, Todd takes your calls during the Mid-Week Meltdown.

In Hour 1, Paul Palango joins Todd to discuss documents that show workplace assessment of RCMP watchdog found ‘clear call for change.’ Political chat with Lori Turnbull, political science professor at Dalhousie University. Steven Staples, National Director of Policy and Advocacy with the Canadian Health Coalition, discusses how most provinces are refusing hundreds of millions in federal pharmacare funding. Luc Cousineau is a researcher at Dalhousie University and director of the Canadian Institute for Far-Right Studies, shares how online misogyny is seeping into classrooms in 'frightening' ways. In Hour 2, Todd takes your calls during the Open Hour. In Hour 3, Dr. Rob Thacker is back for The Science Files.

In Hour 1, David Hendsbee, District 2- Lawrencetown - The Lakes - Chezzetcook - Eastern Shore and Jean St. Amand, District 16-Bedford – Wentworth join Dan for Councillors on the Hot Seat. In Hour 2, Dan takes your calls during the Open Hour. In Hour 3, Magali Grégoire, Executive Director & Founder Back to the Sea Centre, shares how a pair of rare, multicoloured lobsters are the new summer stars of Dartmouth Ocean Centre. Mary Sweatman, an associate professor in Acadia University's department of community development, discusses new research that says the growing rural homeless population is facing unique challenges, with recent counts suggesting the issue getting worse in rural parts of Nova Scotia. Jenna MacQueen, research manager at NS Health, shares a new survey that is giving Nova Scotians a chance to share their experiences with mental health, substance use and gambling. Edward Peill Executive producer of the documentary, Great White North Invasion to air on Discovery’s Shark Week 2025!

In Hour 1, Todd Burgess, executive director of Forest Nova Scotia discusses how the Nova Scotia government says it is making wood construction and heating a priority in public buildings going forward. Vishal Bhardwaj, President of the new Nova Multifest Society, shares what's happening at this year's Nova Multifest. Weekly chat with Tim Powers, Summa Strategies, Abacus Data. New Glasgow Regional Police Chief Ryan Leil, along with other municipal police chiefs, are questioning the provincial government's plan to expand the services of the RCMP as part of a push to restructure and modernize policing in the province. In Hour 2, Todd takes your calls during the Open Hour. In Hour 3, Sylvie Martel, director of dental hygiene practice at The Canadian Dental Hygienists Association, discusses how half of the requests for complex dental work are being rejected under the national insurance plan. Jake Fuss, director of Fiscal Studies at the Fraser Institute, shares how the top 20% of Canadian income-earning families pay 57% of all taxes. Weekend Weather Wrap-Up with weather specialist Allister Aalders. Sports with Cecil Wright.

In Hour 1, Kevin Russell, the Executive Director of Rental Housing Providers Nova Scotia, talks about the need for the Houston government to address the regulatory conflict regarding the Halifax Water situation. Julia Kent, Director of Advocacy & Community Relations at CAA Atlantic, Shares a study that suggests road safety laws are lagging behind the adoption of personal e-bikes and e-scooters. Moshe Lander, an economist from Concordia University, discusses how Canada is responding to the U.S. steel and aluminium tariffs. Ross Jefferson, President and CEO of Discover Halifax, shares that Halifax was named one of the top three islands in Canada and was included in the list of the Top 20 Islands in the World. Additionally, Cabot Cape Breton was named one of the Top 5 Resorts in Canada. In Hour 2, Todd takes your calls during the Oepn Hour. In Hour 3, Former diplomat and columnist Gar Pardy, discusses how Carney's planned cuts will include the foreign service. Ted Bartlett, past president of Transport Action Atlantic, shares how VIA Rail plans to refurbish rail cars to improve service between Halifax and Montreal. Duff Conacher, the founder of Democracy Watch, is advocating for Prime Minister Mark Carney to divest from his investments. He has called for arrangements to allow companies like Brookfield to buy out Carney’s stock options. This move is seen as essential to eliminate the significant, unethical financial conflicts of interest arising from his investments in over 500 companies. Justin Cantafio, Executive Director of Farmers' Markets of Nova Scotia, shares Nova Scotia's second Farmers' Market Week sprouting July 21–27.

In Hour 1, Interim Liberal Leader Derek Mombourquette joins Todd to share how the Liberal party is urging the Nova Scotia government not to put all its energy development eggs in one basket. Duncan Robertson, Senior Policy Analyst for Nova Scotia at CFIB, discusses how Atlantic Canada's small businesses call for compensation for construction disruptions during the 2025 construction season. Steven Proctor, Communications Manager, Halifax Harbour Bridges, shares how the MacKay Bridge's lifespan is almost up, and expects maintenance work and closures to increase in the coming years. Joel Zemel, author of several books on the Halifax Explosion, discusses what's next with fragments recovered from the harbour last year. In Hour 2, Dr. John Gillis is back for House Calls. In Hour 3, Todd takes your calls during the Mid-Week Meltdown.

In Hour 1, Robert Huish, Associate Professor at Dalhousie University, Department of International Development Studies, provides a tariff update. Carol Macomber, Chair of the Protection of Persons in Care Review Committee, Chair with The ACE Team, shares a letter to the Premier regarding abused nursing home residents. The Halifax Mooseheads have a new head coach! Brad MacKenzie joins Todd to talk about the Mooseheads' upcoming season. Honeybee swarming season begins in Nova Scotia, and hobby beekeeper Graham McGuire gives tips on what to do if you see this phenomenon in the wild. In Hour 2, Dan takes your calls during the Open Hour. In Hour 3, Dr. Rob Thacker is back for The Science Files!

In Hour 1, Virginia Hinch, District 8- Halifax Peninsula North and Sam Austin, District 5- Dartmouth Centre join Todd for Councillors on the Hot Seat. In Hour 2, Dan takes your calls during the Open Hour. In Hour 3, Official Opposition Leader Claudia Chender joins Todd to discuss how supporting local is crucial as a tariff threat looms. Bryan MacLennan, Chief Operations Officer for Skylar Security and Communications, warns about posting on social media while vacationing. Jeff Karabanow, a professor at Dalhousie University and co-director of Dalhousie's social work community clinic, discusses a new report that states Halifax's housing is being overwhelmed by population growth. Jim Keon, president of the Canadian Generic Pharmaceutical Association, shares how the Canadian pharmaceutical industry was alarmed after Trump floated a 200 per cent tariff.

In Hour 1, Chris Di Liberatore, Regional Executive Vice-President for PSAC Atlantic, shares PSAC's reaction to deep public service spending cuts planned by the Carney government. John Gilchrist, director of communications for Therapsil, discusses how the court battle over psilocybin-assisted therapy is a turning point. Weekly chat with Tim Powers, Summa Strategies, Abacus Data. Hope Swinimer, who runs Hope for Wildlife, shares how her animal rehab centre is dealing with an influx of raccoons. In Hour 2, Dan takes your calls during the Open Hour. In Hour 3, Peter Halpin, Executive Director of the Association of Atlantic Universities, discusses why most of Nova Scotia's universities are in the red, and what's next. Andrew Jackson, Artistic Director of Halifax Jazz Fest 2025, joins us to unveil the expansive free programming for the 2025 festival with the support of Support 4 Culture. Weekend Weather Wrap-up with Weather Specialist Allister Aalders. Sports with Cecil Wright.

Hour 1 Todd starts the program with a look at the offshore gas industry in Nova Scotia. He then chats with the President of MADD Canada about the dismissal of a drunk driving charge that was levelled against a star junior hockey player. Today then explores return to work programs with the chair of Chartered Professionals in Human Resources Canada and a look at the possibility of repealing EV mandates in Canada. In Hour 2 is the Open Hour! Todd takes your calls. In Hour 3, Todd kicks off the hour talking about criticism levelled at the government over pandemic programing. Todd also discusses the number of children that use foodbanks in Canada, has a discussion with Minister Brendan Maguire on school lunch program, and has a discussion with the President of NSGEU Sandra Mullen on a food services contract at NSCC

In Hour 1, Dr. Shelly McNeil, president of Doctors Nova Scotia, shares how Doctors Nova Scotia joins voices opposed to expanding booze sales in Nova Scotia. Janice MacMillan, who started the South Shore Chronic Pain Support Community, shares how peer support helps people with chronic pain. Christine Saulnier, Director of the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives-Nova Scotia, discusses a new report that suggests the federal government and Canada's premiers are greatly overselling the benefits of breaking down internal trade barriers. Patrick Sullivan, President of the Halifax Chamber of Commerce, shares new findings on the impacts of the U.S. trade war on Halifax-based businesses. In Hour 2, Dr. John Gillis is back for House Calls. In Hour 3, Todd takes your calls during the Mid-Week Meltdown.

In Hour 1, Kevin Russell, executive director of Rental Housing Providers of Nova Scotia, joins Todd to discuss the vacancy rates and rent prices continue to rise in Halifax. Tony Makoul, co-owner The Bedford Beer Garden, shares how their beer garden has reopened after having to close for failing to meet parking regulations. US politics with Mark Brewer, University of Maine. William Pellerin, a trade lawyer and partner at the firm McMillan LLP, discusses a new law aimed at protecting supply management, which may not be sufficient to shield the system in trade talks with a Trump administration bent on eliminating it. In Hour 2, Todd takes your calls during the Open Hour. In Hour 3, Dr. Rob Thacker is back for The Science Files!

In Hour 1, Cathy Deagle Gammon, District 1- Waverley - Fall River - Musquodoboit Valley and Janet Steele, District 12- Timberlea - Beechville - Clayton Park - Wedgewood join Todd for Councillors on the Hot Seat. In Hour 2, Todd takes your calls during the Open Hour. In Hour 3, Chris Giacomantonio, director at the Clairmont Centre for Community Safety Research at Dalhousie University, joins Todd to discuss the mixed reviews on the government's plan to change Nova Scotia policing. Senator Marilou McPhedran urges Canada to try to keep Ukraine and others in the Ottawa Treaty. Ken Bagnell, CEO of the Canadian Sport Institute, shares what's happening in local sports. Katie Vincent, a Canadian sprint canoeist, is the reigning Olympic champion in the women's C-1 200m event and two two-time Olympian canoeist Connor Fitzpatrick joins Todd in the studio!

In Hour 1, Tim Rissesco, Chief Executive Officer, Downtown Dartmouth Business Commission, joins Todd to share how the 'Buy local' momentum led to business growth in Nova Scotia. Moshe Lander, an economist from Montreal's Concordia University, discusses Carney's meeting with automotive sector CEOs as U.S. trade talks continue. Weekly chat with Tim Powers, Summa Strategies, Abacus Data. Elizabeth Smith-McCrossin, MLA for Cumberland North, stresses the urgency of Chignecto Isthmus infrastructure upgrades. In Hour 2, Todd takes your calls during the Open Hour. In Hour 3, Alex Whalen, Director, Atlantic Canada Prosperity with the Fraser Institute, shares that Nova Scotia, Newfoundland and Labrador, and P.E.I. have the highest personal income tax rates in Canada at $50,000 of income. Christine Jensen, a 3-time JUNO Award-winning Canadian saxophonist and composer, will be performing at the Halifax Jazz Festival on July 17. Weather Specialist Allister Aalders is back for the Weekend Weather Wrap-Up. Sports with Cecil Wright.

In Hour 1, Robert Huish, Dalhousie, Associate Professor, Department of International Development Studies, joins Todd to discuss the digital sales tax climbdown and ongoing trade negotiations. Paul D'Eon, the director of The Nova Scotia Lifeguard Service, announces that the service has observed its first possible case this season of a shark causing swimmers to leave the water. Colin Robertson, a former career diplomat and fellow at the Canadian Global Affairs Institute in Ottawa, hosts the Global Exchange podcast and discusses being Canadian and why we're different. Eric Smith, the senior vice-president of the Canadian Telecommunications Association, talks about the evolution of cellphones in Canada, highlighting their journey from large car phones to today's sleek pocket computers as they celebrate 40 years. In Hour 2, Todd takes your calls during the Open Hour. In Hour 3, Nicolas Winkler, Coastal Adaptation Coordinator at the Ecology Action Centre, discusses how Nova Scotia is updating property disclosure rules for buyers of coastal land. Halifax-based master artisan pizzaiolo Cédric Toullec is named one of the top 100 pizza chefs in the world. Dr. Michael West, Nephrologist at the QEII Health Sciences Centre, shares a groundbreaking gene therapy trial for Fabry disease is showing remarkable promise, bringing hope to patients with this rare genetic condition. Nova Scotia golfer Myles Creighton makes history at the Wichita Open.

In Hour 1, Dr. Luís Adriano Anholeto, a Post-doctoral Fellow at Acadia University, joins Todd to delve into groundbreaking research revealing the potential of fungus as an effective tick killer. Greenwich Fire Department Chief Jason Ripley urges caution after charging e-bike leads to house fire. Lori Turnbull, political science professor at Dalhousie University, answers the questions about what a digital services tax is, why Canada is cancelling it, and why did the US hate it. NDP Leader Claudia Chender discusses how The Nova Scotia government is defending a $1.35-million housing program that resulted in 60 leases over roughly two years. In Hour 2, Dr. John Gillis is back for House Calls. In Hour 3, It's the Mid-Week Meltdown. Todd takes your calls!

In Hour 1, Laura White, District 7- Halifax South Downtown and Shawn Cleary, District 9- Halifax West Armdale, are back for Councillors on the Hot Seat. In Hour 2, With Canada Day approaching, Dr. Hugh Chisholm, Founder of Fireworks Hurt, discusses how numerous studies have documented the negative effects of fireworks, yet most people are unaware of the human respiratory health dangers, especially to children. Duncan Robertson, Director of the Canadian Federation Independent Business, shares CFIB's 2025 internal trade report card, and Nova Scotia scores top grades! Local sports with Ken Bagnell.

In hour 1 Todd looks at why N.S. drops local food strategy, raising concerns over production, access to healthy options, he also chats with the Canadian Taxpayers Federation about their annual tax payer waste awards and a special honor for former PM Justin Trudeau. Todd also has his weekly chat about federal politics with Tim Powers and wraps the hour with a conversation with Justice Minister Becky Druhan about the release of the police review earlier this week.Hour 2 is the Friday Free For All open hour. Todd takes your callsHour 3 features the Author of 'Anatomy of a Cover-up, the truth about the RCMP and the NS massacres' and '22 Murders' about the release of the provincial police review. Todd also explores the Celtic Colors festival with it's acting artistic director. Weather specialist Allister Aalders joins Todd to chat about this weekend weather and we end the show with a look at the world of sports with Cecil Wright.

In Hour 1, Mark Brewer, University of Maine, joins Todd to talk US politics. Alicia Simms shares how she and her partner sold everything and now live in an Airstream trailer. A conversation with Steve Murphy. In Hour 2, Dr. John Gillis is back for House Calls! In Hour 3, Dr. Jeff Goodall back for Ask the Vet.

In Hour 1, Suzy Hansen, NDP MLA, Halifax-Needham, joins Todd to share the latest delay in the north-end Halifax school reopening. Scott Taylor, Esprit de Corps Magazine, discusses how NATO leaders are expected to decide today whether to more than double the alliance's defence spending target. NS Auditor General Kim Adair says the Province needs to update and improve its school capital planning process to account for the unprecedented growth in student enrolment since the process was created. Paul MacKinnon, from the Downtown Halifax Business Commission, shares that visitation to Downtown Halifax has surpassed pre-COVID numbers by 3.1 per cent. In Hour 2, Dr. John Gillis is back for House Calls! In Hour 3, Tony Mancini, District 6- Dartmouth East - Burnside, discusses the HRM council's decision to initiate a review of the costs associated with bike lanes. And it's time for the Open Hour, Todd takes your calls!

In Hour 1, Tony Makhoul, a business owner in HRM currently in the process of trying to open the Bedford Beer Garden, joins Todd to share how HRM has put up roadblocks regarding occupancy permits. Gary MacLeod and Paul Jenkinson of the ACE Team discuss a Nova Scotia man charged with criminal negligence after a senior was left for hours in a mobility van. Laura Eramian, associate professor at Dalhousie University, shares a new StatCan study that says Canadians are spending less time with friends. David Pierce, Vice President of Government Relations at the Canadian Chamber, discusses how Canada won't put a hold on the digital services tax on big tech companies set to take effect on June 30. In Hour 2, it's the Open Hour, Todd takes your calls! In Hour 3, Dr. Rob Thacker is back for The Science Files!

In Hour 1, Councillor David Hendsbee, District 2 Preston - Chezzetcook - Eastern Shore, joins Todd to give an update about the brush fire that broke out Sunday afternoon in the Ostrea Lake area of Halifax Regional Municipality forced evacuations and threatened dozens of homes. John Young, District 14- Hammonds Plains - Upper Hammonds Plains - Lucasville - Middle & Upper Sackville and Patty Cuttell, District 11- Spryfield - Sambro Loop are back for Councillors on the Hot Seat. In Hour 2, it's the Open Hour, Todd takes your calls! In Hour 3, Moshe Lander, an economist from Concordia University in Montreal, discusses the potential impact on gas prices and the economic implications of the Iranian conflict. James Cowan, Dying with Dignity, discusses how Ottawa is giving no sign that it intends to amend existing legislation on medical assistance in dying. Kimberly Neary, Co-Founder & Co-President of the Disabled Not Dead Society, is helping others navigate living with disabilities and chronic pain. Road safety advocates Martyn Williams and Dr Sara Kirk are countering allegations about vulnerable road user safety in HRM.

In Hour 1, Sydnee Blum, Community Legal Worker at Dalhousie Legal Aid Service, shares how emails obtained through FOIPOP reveal that the Residential Tenancies Program has more data than previously thought. Patrick De Haan, head of petroleum analysis at GasBuddy, discusses why gas prices have increased recently and whether they will continue to rise. Weekly chat with Tim Powers, Summa Strategies, Abacus Data. Bonnie Harlan, Founder of Prevent Pet Suffocation, shares the risks of food packaging and pets. In Hour 2, it's the Open Hour, Todd takes your calls! In Hour 3, Jim Stanford, Economist and Director of the Centre for Future Work shares how hundreds of experts issued an open letter on the economic benefits of public health care. Matt Hulse, a lawyer with Ecojustice, an environmental law charity headquartered in Vancouver, discusses the federal government's introduction of strengthened anti-greenwashing regulations under Bill C-59, which amends Canada's Competition Act. Weekend weather with weather specialist Allister Aalders. Sports with Cecil Wright.

In Hour 1, Councillor Shawn Cleary, District 9 - Halifax West Armdale, shares insights on how fellow councillors are urging Houston to refrain from interfering in municipal matters. Kate Robertson, the author behind the analysis from The Citizen Lab at the University of Toronto, notes that an organization dedicated to examining the impact of information exchange on human rights believes the new federal border security bill effectively "extends an invitation" for broader data-sharing agreements with the United States and other nations. Scott Taylor, Esprit de Corps Magazine, gives an update on the Middle East. Gar Pardy, a former diplomat and columnist, discusses how there are around 80,000 Canadians in the Middle East amid the Israel-Iran conflict, according to Global Affairs. In Hour 2, it's the Open Hour, Todd takes your calls! In Hour 3, Paul Deegan, President and CEO of News Media Canada, shares how the 'Buy Canadian' push should include ads Earmark 25% of the federal ad budget for Canadian media. Green Party Leader Elizabeth May criticized Prime Minister Mark Carney for pushing his government's significant projects bill swiftly through the House of Commons, calling it a "new low" in terms of disrespect for Parliament. Kenneth Green, Senior Fellow at the Fraser Institute, discusses the myths, fallacies and ideological rhetoric that continue to dominate the climate policy discussion, leading to costly and ineffective government policies, according to a new study. Scott Long, Managing Director/Executive Producer of the Royal Nova Scotia International Tattoo, shares this year's theme.

In Hour 1, Lori Turnbull, a political science professor at Dalhousie University, gives a G7 wrap-up. Dr. Sylvain Charlebois, Senior Director, Agri-Food Analytics at Dalhousie University, discusses when supply management becomes a supply crisis. Mayor Abraham Zebian, West Hants Regional Municipality, discusses how councillors unanimously passed a motion to ask the province to pause before granting any leases for uranium mining exploration in Hants County. That would give council and the public time to become better informed on the issue, and allow the PC government to consult with residents and First Nations. Yarmouth Mayor Pam Mood, shares how ridership numbers drop by 20% on Yarmouth-Bar Harbor ferry due to Canadians not travelling as often to the U.S. In Hour 2, Dr. John Gillis is back for House Calls. In Hour 3, it's the Mid-Week Meltdown, Todd takes your calls!

In Hour 1, Parliamentary reporter Cormac Mac Sweeney joins Todd to discuss the G-7 summit. Cara Clairman, CEO of Plug'n Drive, shares how three provinces dominate EV registrations and how the suburbs may be the sweet spot in terms of needing a vehicle and having options to charge. Anne Atkinson, Project Lead, Health Systems Analytics, Canadian Institute for Health Information, shares a study that shows an increase in surgeries being performed, but wait times remain longer than before the pandemic. Ken Shea, East Coast Credit Union, discusses how Canadians believe they need $1 million to retire comfortably. In Hour 2, it's the Open Hour, Todd takes your calls! In Hour 3, Dr. Rob Thacker is back for The Science Files.

In Hour 1, Kathryn Morse, District 10- Halifax - Bedford Basin West and Trish Purdy, District 4- Cole Harbour - Preston - Westphal - Cherry Brook join Todd for Councillors on the Hot Seat! In Hour 2, It's the Open Hour, Todd takes your calls! In Hour 3, Wayne MacKay, law professor emeritus at Dalhousie University, discusses how malpractice lawsuits are challenging to win when Canadian hospitals get it wrong. Shelly McNeil, the new president of Doctors Nova Scotia, shares that her top priority is supporting family medicine. Sean Kirby, Executive Director of the Mining Association of Nova Scotia, discusses a push to establish a uranium sector that has yielded zero bids from companies interested in exploring the critical mineral. Marisa Beck, Clean Growth Research Director at the Canadian Climate Institute, shares a newly released report that estimates Canada will need at least $30 billion in new capital investments by 2040 to meet domestic demand for the critical minerals key to a green economy transition.

In Hour 1, Mark Brewer, University of Maine, joins Todd for a chat on US politics. Bonnie Sutherland, Executive Director at Bonnie Sutherland, Director at Nova Scotia Nature Trust, shares how the organization has launched a bold new campaign to accelerate urgent conservation action in the face of rapidly growing threats to nature. Weekly chat with Tim Powers. Todd chats with the new president of the Canadian Medical Association Dr. Margot Burnell. In Hour 2, It's the Open Hour, Todd takes your calls! In Hour 3, Catherine Corriveau, Director of Policy and Advocacy at Movember Canada, shares a new report that reveals men in Canada are dying too young. Clinton Wilkins joins Todd for a Mortgage 101 tee-up. Troy Greencorn, founder and producer of Stanfest, and Steve MacIntyre, Artistic Director of Stanfest, share this year's Stan Rogers Folk Festival. Niyi Bademosi, CEO of JBits, shares how his business is dedicated to empowering businesses through innovation, security, and expertise. Weather Specialist Allister Aalders give the Weekend Weather Round-Up. Sports with Cecil Wright.

In Hour 1, Colin Sproul, president of Unified Fisheries Conservation Alliance, a group that represents commercial fishers, joins Todd to discuss how a Mi'kmaq band has dropped a legal case alleging the federal government was violating its treaty rights in the lobster fishery after hopes were raised of a historic deal. Howard Epstein, Friends of Halifax Common, discusses the meeting at Halifax City Hall that focused on the future of the so-called 'Wanderers Block' on the Halifax Common. Jessica Bradford, a Regions of Queens Municipality Resident, shares her concern about a new piece of infill along Shore Road in Queens County. HRM Mayor Andy Fillmore joins Todd to discuss the defeated motion to pause the construction of new bike lanes in the municipality. In Hour 2, It's the Open Hour, Todd takes your calls! In Hour 3, Steven Globerman, Senior Fellow with the Fraser Institute and the editor of the Institute's latest series on Artificial Intelligence, shares how AI can help mitigate the shrinking labour force by increasing the productivity of existing workers and adding new ones. Disability advocate Vicky Levack discusses how the Disability Rights Coalition is calling for strong Provincial Government action to catch up on legally binding deadlines in the Human Rights Remedy regarding the Disability Support Program. Democracy Watch co-founder Duff Conacher calls for an independent review of the Access to Information Act to avoid the pitfalls of the last such exercise. Dr. Melanie Keats, co-director of the Physical Activity and Cancer (PAC) Lab, is on a mission to revolutionize cancer care by incorporating exercise into standard oncology care and optimizing the use of exercise in cancer management and recovery.

In Hour 1, Bette El-hawary, executive director of Swim Nova Scotia, shares how the organization continues to fight to keep Acadia's pool open. Patrick Hickey, a PhD candidate in Dal's Department of Psychology and Neuroscience, shares a new study that examines how the rise in discrimination and harmful rhetoric targeting 2SLGBTQ+ people is affecting their mental health. Franco Terrazzano, Federal Director of the Canadian Taxpayers Federation, discusses a new poll that suggests Canadians want spending cuts. June 15th is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, and Larry Zelvin, Head of BMO Financial Crimes Unit, discusses one of the fastest-growing forms of elder abuse: financial exploitation. In Hour 2, Dr. John Gillis is back for House Calls! In Hour 3, it's the Mid-Week Meltdown. Todd takes your calls!

In Hour 1, Former diplomat Gar Pardy, says "catastrophic", "horrific", and "intolerable" are not words usually used to describe the policies and actions of a state with which there are close relations. But they are increasingly used in describing the policy and actions of Israel in its policies affecting Palestinians. Dr. Neil Hammerschlag, founder of Atlantic Shark Expeditions, says great white sharks are often misunderstood, especially as an increasing number of them begin to appear in the waters off Atlantic Canada. Dr Abraham Nunes, a psychiatrist at the QEII's mood disorders clinic and who leads the ketamine therapy program, discusses how the drug ketamine is safe at low doses in a medically controlled environment. Thomas Arnason McNeil, Climate Policy Coordinator at the Ecology Action Centre, Sustainable Transportation, discusses Nova Scotia's ambitious plan to dramatically expand its fledgling offshore wind energy industry. In Hour 2, it's the Open Hour, and Todd takes your calls! In Hour 3, Dr. Rob Thacker is back for The Science Files!

In Hour 1, Councillors on the Hot Seat with Nancy Hatling, District 13, Prospect Road - St. Margarets and Billy Gillis, District 15- Lower Sackville - Beaver Bank. In Hour 2, it's the Open Hour, and Todd takes your calls! In Hour 3, Author Paul Palango shares his new book called Anatomy of a Cover Up – The Truth about the RCMP and the NS Massacres'. Kiefer Van Mulligen, senior economist at the Conference Board of Canada, discusses a report that says Canada's domestic tourism industry could net billions due to the U.S. trade war. Howard Epstein, spokesperson for Friends of Halifax Common, discusses how the group continues to demand that HRM must stop further expenditures on the Robie Street widening.

In Hour 1, Tim Allenby, chair of the Dartmouth chapter of tenant group ACORN, discusses how Halifax real estate listings advertise fixed-term leases as financial assets for buyers. NDP leader Claudia Chender is calling for action following the Nova Scotia Power breach. David Chaundy, president and CEO of the Atlantic Economic Council, introduces their new research series that explores the intricacies of Atlantic Canada’s health care system. Lori Turnbull, political science professor at Dalhousie University, discusses the Liberal leadership convention set for November 2026. In Hour 2, It's the Open Hour, Todd takes your calls! In Hour 3, Scott Taylor from Esprit de Corps Magazine, discusses how the Army is looking to spend more than $6B on new howitzers, rockets. Jeff Horncastle with the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre, shares how employment scams on the rise in Atlantic Canada: Better Business Bureau. Weekend Weather Wrap-Up with weather specialist Allister Aalders. Sports with Cecil Wright.

In Hour 1, Dr. Sylvain Charlebois, Senior Director, Agri-Food Analytics at Dalhousie University, discusses the evolving landscape of beef consumption in Canada as many consumers are seeing shockingly high prices at the grocery store. Ted Bartlett, advocate and past President of Transport Action Atlantic, shares how removing the GST from intercity bus and rail fares would be a climate-friendly, simple and practical way to benefit lower and middle income Canadians. Interim Liberal Leader Derek Mombourquette, discusses Nova Scotia Power's randsomeware attack. Erica Butler, co-organizer of the symposium, a local reporter with CHMA in Sackville, shares how a local news symposium aims to 'bring back local news'. In Hour 2, It's the Open Hour, Todd takes your calls! In Hour 3, Robert Huish, an associate professor at Dalhousie University in Halifax, discusses the steel and aluminum tariffs that will go in effect. Emmanuelle Faubert, a MEI economist shares his study that says Nova Scotia Health is one of only two health departments in the country to have failed to respond to a freedom of information request demanding data on wait times at the province’s emergency rooms. Larry Hughes, an engineering professor at Dalhousie University disucsses Premier Houston pitches project that could make Nova Scotia an ‘energy superpower’. Lennie Gallant joins us in studio as he announces his Spring/Summer Tour!

In Hour 1, Mayor Andy Fillmore joins Todd to discuss the special meeting of the Halifax council, with just one item on the agenda: a first look at a new regional plan for the municipality. Duncan Robertson, CFIB Director of Legislative Affairs for Nova Scotia, discusses how close to 8 in 10 Nova Scotia small businesses support expanding alcohol sales to convenience and grocery stores. Chad Pothier shares how Hants County residents are organizing meetings ahead of the June 11 deadline for companies to apply for exploration licenses. Stroke survivor Will Webster shares his journey back to health at home. In Hour 2, Dr. John Gillis is back for House Calls! In Hour 3, Todd takes your calls for the Mid-Week Meltdown.

In Hour 1, Ross Jefferson, President and CEO of Discover Halifax, joins Todd to discuss how tourism continues to flourish post-pandemic. Heather Mulligan, Senior Manager of Advocacy, Atlantic Canada and Strategic Initiatives at the Canadian Cancer Society, shares a letter sent to Premier Houston and Members of the Nova Scotia Legislative Assembly, sharing their concerns regarding the proposed expansion of alcohol sales in Nova Scotia. Virginie Millien, an associate professor of biology at McGill University, who studies the effects of climate change on wildlife, including ticks and their hosts, discusses how tick-borne diseases are spreading into new parts of Canada, and here's where you're at risk. Moshe Lander, an economist from Montreal's Concordia University, gives an update on the tariffs. In Hour 2, it's the Open Hour, Todd takes your calls! In Hour 3, Dr. Rob Thacker is back for The Science Files!