Weekends with Joanne Vrakas
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Dr. Labos: What is fentanyl and how has it become the focus of the current opioid crisis?
Dr. Christopher Labos joined Joanne Vrakas for his regular Sunday Morning House Call.
How dependent is Canada on the U.S. for technology-related products?
Tech expert Kris Abel joined Joanne Vrakas on CJAD 800. You can follow Kris on Instagram.
With Trump in power and Carney running for the Liberals, should the Conservatives be worried?
Political commentator Sandy White joined Joanne Vrakas on CJAD 800.
Dr. Soles: What is 'slutshaming' and how does it affect women?
Child psychologist Dr. Tamara Soles joined Joanne Vrakas on CJAD 800.
Is free trade between Canada and the U.S. a thing of the past?
Professor Emeritus at the HEC, Jacques Nantel joined Joanne Vrakas to discuss the potential impacts of U.S. tariff threats.
What affect has social media had on eating disorders?
Kyla Fox from the Kyla Fox Centre joined Joanne Vrakas to discuss eating disorders. You can find more information at kylafoxcentre.com.
City of love: Here are some legendary Montreal love stories
Thom Seivewright is a tour guide turned social media star. Thom joined Joanne Varakas to talk about his love for Montreal. You can follow Thom on Instagram.
The Food Professor: How to buy Canadian at the grocery store
Dr. Sylvain Charlebois, ‘The Food Professor’, Senior Director at Agri-Food Analytics Lab, and Professor of Faculties of Management and Agriculture at Dalhousie University
Brownstein previews The Grammy Awards!
The Montreal Gazette's Bill Brownstein joined Joanne to preview The Grammy Awards.
THE DANISH ART OF HYGGE
Dr. Jennifer Russell is the head of Adult Psychology at the MUHC. She joined Joanne Vrakas.
The Trump Tariffs Have Arrived
John Parisella is a special advisor at National Public Relations and he joined Joanne Vrakas to talk about the now official Trump tariffs.
Mandi Robertson's Grammy Wines!
Mandi Robertson brought you her wines of the week on Unwined. You can follow Mandi on instagram @mandiwineside Mandi will be hosting a wine tasting on Wednesday March 12th. You can find more information at https://cookery-store.ca/products/in-person-class-tasting-tuscany-wed-march-12-cookery-westmount
The Food Guy rates the best diners in Montreal!
Dustin Gilman (better known online as @foodguyMTL) joins Joanne Vrakas to discuss the best diners in Montreal.
Dr. Labos : Vaccine Misinformation is back!
Dr. Christopher Labos joined Joanne Vrakas for his Sunday Morning House Call. Dr. Labos will be signing copies of his book, Does Coffee Cause Cancer?, on February 5th at the Canadian Legion in Greenfield Park.
Dr. Soles : When your child refuses to read
Child psychologist Dr. Tamara Soles joined Joanne Vrakas to talk about kids refusing to read.
The Trump tariffs are expected soon
John Parisella is a special advisor at National Public Relations and he joined Joanne Vrakas to talk about the impact of the incoming Trump tariffs.
Looking back at a turbulent week in AI!
Alex Thibault, the chief expert in Residnce at the DMZ in Toronto, joined Joanne Vrakas on CJAD 800.
Classic Montreal Music Venues!
Thom Seivewright is a tour guide turned social media star. He joined Joanne Varakas on CJAD 800.
The Food Professor explains the upcoming Trump tariffs
The Food Professor from Dalhousie University, Sylvain Charlebois, joined Joanne Vrakas on CJAD 800.
Why is it so difficult to have a conversation with someone who has different views than us?
Dr. Jennifer Russell is the head of Adult Psychology at the MUHC. She joined Joanne Vrakas.
How to find a great inexpensive wine
Jon Cercone is a sommelier at Taverne Sur Le Square in Westmount. He joined Joanne Vrakas to look at inexpensive wines that will impress guests. You can follow Jon on Instagram for more.
Everything you need to know about registering your child for kindergarten with the EMSB
Michael Cohen is the marketing and communications director at the English Montreal School Board. He joined Joanne Vrakas to talk about how to register your child for kindergarten. You can find more here.
Babies on skateboards: New study looks at how infants develop language
Linda Polka is a professor at McGill University in the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences. She joined Joanne Vrakas to discuss new research into how babies communicate and develop language.
How tech companies are ushering in the Lunar New Year
Tech expert Kris Abel joined Joanne Vrakas to discuss how big tech companies are ushering in the Year of the Snake.
Dr. Labos: What is HPV and what are the benefits of vaccination?
Dr. Christopher Labos joined Joanne Vrakas for his Sunday Morning House Call. This week, he discussed the benefits of the HPV vaccine. Dr. Labos will be signing copies of his book, Does Coffee Cause Cancer?, on February 5th at the Canadian Legion in Greenfield Park.
What challenges are the federal Liberals facing right now?
Political commentator Sandy White joined Joanne Vrakas to talk about the federal Liberal leadership race.
Dr. Soles: What to do if your child is being left out of social situations
Child psychologist Dr. Tamara Soles joined Joanne Vrakas to talk about how to talk to your kids when they are being left out of social situations.
How one Montreal initiative is raising funds to send kids to prom
Linda Blouin joined Joanne Vrakas to talk about Fées Marraines (Fairy Godmothers), an initiative that raises money for kids to be able to afford prom. You can find more here.
New MUHC campaign aims to raise millions for palliative care
Marie-Hélène Laramée is president and CEO of the MUHC Foundation. She joined Joanne Vrakas to talk about the latest fundraising campaign for palliative care. You can find out more and donate at muhcfoundation.com.
How coffee culture has evolved in Montreal + some of the best coffee shops in the city
Thom Seivewright is a tour guide turned social media star. He joined Joanne Varakas to talk about coffee culture in Montreal over the years and some of the best coffee shops in the city.
The Food Professor: Will U.S. tariff threats impact food prices in Canada?
The Food Professor from Dalhousie University, Sylvain Charlebois, joined Joanne Vrakas to discuss if the threat of U.S. tariffs will impact food prices in Canada.
CAE inaugurates new training centre for future air traffic controllers in Ville Saint-Laurent
CAE's Stella Hughes joined Ken Connors (in for Joanne Vrakas) to discuss the company's new training centre in Ville Saint-Laurent.
How did Dave Chappelle do on Saturday Night Live?
The Montreal Gazette's Bill Brownstein joined Ken Connors (in for Joanne Vrakas) to take a look at Dave Chappelle's appearance on Saturday Night Live.
January blues: Tips to help beat seasonal mood dips
Dr. Jennifer Russell is the head of Adult Psychology at the MUHC. She joined Ken Connors (in for Joanne Vrakas) to discuss how to deal with the 'January blues'.
Wine with fondue: Tips for perfect pairings
Mandi Robertson joined Ken Connors (in for Joanne Vrakas) on CJAD 800 to discuss wines that pair well with fondue. You can follow Mandi on Instagram. You can also join Mandi at Cookery Westmount on January 29th. More info here.
The Montreal Auto Show: What to expect at the 2025 edition
This weekend was the opening weekend for the 80th edition of The Montreal Auto Show. Spokesperson Bertrand Godin joined Ken Connors (in for Joanne Vrakas) to discuss what patrons can expect.
Dr. Labos: Debunking myths about ivermectin and cancer
Dr. Christopher Labos joined Ken Connors (in for Joanne Vrakas) for his Sunday Morning House Call.
Dr. Soles: How to find the right school for your child
Child psychologist Dr. Tamara Soles joined Joanne Vrakas to talk about what parents should be looking for when choosing a school for their child.
Montreal teen spends last high school year sailing the world
Anais Samanez Denis is a top tier Montreal student who is sailing around the world in her last year of high school. She joined Joanne Vrakas to discuss what the experience has been like. You can donate to Anais on her GoFundMe page here. You can follow Anais on Instagram.
Montreal firsts: The first car owner, first steamship, first bridge and more
Thom Seivewright is a tour guide turned social media star. Thom joined Joanne Varakas to talk about Montreal "firsts". You can follow Thom on Instagram.
The Food Professor: Could a U.S. product boycott have an impact on potential tariffs?
The Food Professor from Dalhousie University, Sylvain Charlebois, joined Joanne Vrakas to talk about the demise of the Cherry Blossom and how U.S. tariffs may impact relations with Canada.
The importance of detecting signs of dementia early on
Dr. Jennifer Russell is the head of Adult Psychology at the MUHC. She joined Joanne Vrakas to discuss the early signs of dementia and its impact on memory, language and more.
Wine suggestions from 'off the beaten path' regions of the world
Wine journalist Mandi Robertson joined Joanne Vrakas to share a list of wines that go well with winter weather. Mandi can be heard every Saturday at 11 a.m. on Wineside with Mandi on CJAD 800. You can also follow Mandi on Instagram. You can also join Mandi Robertson at her next event at Cookery Westmount on January 29th. More info here.
Here are the biggest AI trends to watch out for in 2025
Tech expert Alex Thibault joined Joanne Vrakas to discuss artificial intelligence trends to watch out for in 2025.
Montreal SPCA urges people to adopt a pet as shelter reaches full capacity
Laurence Masse is the executive director of the SPCA. She joined Joanne Vrakas to discuss why the shelter has seen an increase in animal intake and the importance of adopting a pet.
Could Donald Trump's threats to annex Canada actually happen?
Constitutional lawyer Frédéric Berard from Gattuso Bouchard Mazzone joined Joanne Vrakas to talk about Donald Trump's
Dr. Labos: What is norovirus and how can you avoid getting sick?
Dr. Christopher Labos joined Joanne Vrakas for his Sunday Morning House Call.
Applying for a job? Be on the look out for 'ghost jobs'
Jessica Glazer from Mind HR joined Joanne Vrakas on CJAD 800 to discuss an increase in "ghost jobs" and how it is impact job seekers. You can follow her on Instagram for more.
How California wildfires will impact Hollywood productions
The Montreal Gazette's Bill Brownstein joined Joanne Vrakas to talk about the latest entertainment news.
Dr. Tamara Soles: Why it is important for children to learn to deal with boredom
Child psychologist Dr. Tamara Soles joined Joanne Vrakas to talk about kids and boredom.