Weekends with Joanne Vrakas
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CJAD 800 remembers Montreal Canadiens great Ken Dryden
Spring has sprung and so have the creepy crawlers!
Dr. Labos: How scared should we be of the Hantavirus?
Is the idea of Alberta separatism closer than we think?
Dr. Soles: What do you do when your child is excluded?
Chef V: Mother’s Day brunch ideas!
Montreal, underground prison city?
The Food Professor: The restaurant industry is at it’s breaking point
Thinking of getting back into dating?
Plan ahead for Mother’s Day!
Dr. Labos: Does stress really cause heart attacks?
Looking for fast delicious meals? Chef V has got you covered
Food Professor: Why are so many Canadians going veg?
Nutrition: The snack attack that hits your memory hard
How did the shooter breach security at the White House Correspondents Dinner?
Hungry for new flavours, we got you covered
Dr. Labos: Injectable peptides- a real health benefit or the latest cash grab?
Is Mark Carney done with Trump?
Dr. Soles: What ever happened to the Covid babies?
How green is Montreal?
Still reeling from your last grocery bill? Turns out, thing could be worse
What kind of weather can Montreal expect for spring and summer?
This family-run Montreal bookstore is celebrating 50 years in business
Dr. Labos: Can you ditch your thyroid medication? Here's what the latest research says
Canada's economy and investment climate remains hostile to capital. Here's what's happening
Dr. Soles: Why do young Canadian girls drop out of sports as they grow older?
Chef V: How to grill a perfect Tex-Mex, truffle or Greek lamb burger
Feuding with the Pope, questionable social media posts: Does Trump have a plan?
Spiral staircases and alleyways: Here's what makes Montreal's architecture so unique
The Food Professor: How will Christine Frechette tackle food inflation?
How is trauma defined and what triggers it in people's lives?
Who will be Quebec's next Premier? Here's a preview of today's leadership vote
Dr. Soles: What does online safety mean for your kids?
Both the U.S. and Iran want a ceasefire for different reasons
Food Professor: Some Quebec maple syrup cans were fraudulently labeled as 'pure'
What does ADHD actually look like in adults?
What your wine order really says about you
The curious case of the Dorval library cat
Dr. Labos: Is breast milk actually better than formula?
How will François Legault be remembered and where are Quebec voters headed next?
Chef V: Last‑Minute Easter Brunch Made Easy
Still wondering what to serve for Easter brunch? Chef Vanessa Gianfrancesco shares simple, seasonal ideas you can pull together at the last minute, without sacrificing flavor.From a spring‑ready frittata to fluffy carrot cake pancakes, there are crowd‑pleasing dishes that make hosting feel effortless.
How Paternal Depression Affects the Whole Family
New research is shedding light on paternal depression following childbirth. How does depression in fathers differ from what mothers experience, and what are the consequences when it goes untreated? Child psychologist Dr. Tamara Soles explores the findings and explains how a father’s mental health can shape the wellbeing of the entire family.
How What You Eat May Shape Your Risk of Alzheimer’s
What if protecting your brain started on your plate? We’ve long heard the phrase “you are what you eat,” but growing evidence suggests your diet doesn’t just shape your body, it may also influence your risk of Alzheimer’s disease. Joanne speaks with nutritionist Kim Arrey about the powerful connection between the gut and the brain, and how everyday food choices could help keep your mind sharper for longer. Registered dietitian nutritionist Kim Arrey joins Weekends with Joanne Vrakas every Saturday at 6:40 a.m. with tips to keep healthy.
Does the seven year relationship 'itch' really exist?
Is the seven year itch a real thing? Clinical psychologist Dr. Jennifer Russell on when feelings actually change and why it's okay.
Does a wine list stress you out? Here's what you need to know at a restaurant
Does a wine list stress you out? Wine expert Jon Cercone has a step by step guide on how to ask for what you want at the restaurant.
Lesley Chesterman's new cook book is a love letter to Montreal
In her new book, "A Montreal Cook," Lesley Chesterman writes a love letter to the city. Chesterman explores the city’s French-inspired food culture and what sets it apart.
What are 'staged collisions' and why is there such an alarming increase in Canada?
Staged collisions are up 400% in Canada. Driving.ca’s Lorraine Sommerfeld on how would-be fraudsters are targeting you on the roads. Image: THE CANADIAN PRESS/Pascal Marchand
Dr. Labos: Everything you need to know about weight loss medication
Ozempic is set to be offered in pill form soon. But before GLP-1 medications, diet pills were once all the rage. Dr. Chris Labos, cardiologist with a degree in epidemiology and a regular contributor on CJAD 800 takes a look at what was in those pills. You can hear him every Sunday on Weekends with Joanne Vrakas at 7:20 a.m.
Canada is set to increase defence spending by 2035. Where is the money coming from?
Canada is set to increase its defence spending to 5% by 2035. Political analyst Sandy White says this is good news but it may take some creative accounting.
Analog parenting has families going back to the 90s
Put down the phones, grab some board games and go back to the 90s. Child psychologist Dr. Tamara Soles on why more and more parents are choosing to go analog with their kids.