Weekends with Joanne Vrakas
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The Food Professor: How the GST holiday will impact your grocery bill
The Food Professor from Dalhousie University, Sylvain Charlebois, joined Joanne Vrakas to talk about the GST holiday and how it will impact your grocery bill
How to deal with family members you may not get along with during the holidays
Dr. Jennifer Russell is the head of Adult Psychology at the MUHC.
These wine suggestions pair well with winter weather
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.
Does Ottawa have a better grip on nightlife than Montreal?
Former Montrealer Mathieu Grondin is the current Nightlife Commissioner for Ottawa. Mathieu was originally part of 24/24 Montréal, a non-profit organization that aimed to promote and foster nightlife in the city. He joined Joanne Vrakas to explain why he left Montreal, what became of 24/24 Montréal and whether Ottawa has a better nightlife than Montreal.
Where to find the best soups in Montreal
Dustin Gilman (better known online as Food Guy Montreal) joined Joanne Vrakas to discuss where to get the best soups in Montreal.
Dr. Labos: What to look out for during cold and flu season
Dr. Christopher Labos joined Joanne Vrakas with his regular Sunday Morning House Call.
Here's what you need to know before tipping or buying a gift for a service provider this holiday season
Etiquette expert Julie Blais Comeau joined Joanne Vrakas to share tips on how to tip or buy a gift for a service provider leading into the holidays. You can find out more information at EtiquetteJulie.com. You can also find Julie on Instagram.
Brownstein: Kate Beckinsale 'gets down and dirty' in action-thriller spy movie, Canary Black
The Montreal Gazette's Bill Brownstein joined Joanne Vrakas to talk about the latest entertainment news.
Dr. Soles: What is the 'Sephora kids' trend and how is it impacting teenagers' self-worth?
Psychologist Dr. Tamara Soles joined Joanne Vrakas to discuss the "Sephora kids" trend and how social media is negatively propelling it.
How the Canada Post strike is impacting fundraising efforts at the MUHC
Edith Bolduc is the Associate Vice-President of Development at the MUHC Foundation. She joined Joanne Vrakas to talk about how the Canada Post strike is impacting the foundation's fundraising efforts.
Snow city: How winter made Montreal the city it is today
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.
How to drive safely in Montreal in snow, ice
CAA spokesman David Marcille joined Joanne Vrakas to provide driving tips leading into winter weather.
The Food Professor: Cow farts and consumer trust
The Food Professor from Dalhousie University, Sylvain Charlebois, joined Joanne Vrakas to discuss his latest article in the Toronto Sun.
Tips to better handle stress during the holiday season
Dr. Jennifer Russell is the head of Adult Psychology at the MUHC. She joined Joanne Vrakas to share tips on how to better handle stress during the holidays.
Naughty and nice: Wines that made both lists ahead of the holidays
Wine journalist Mandi Robertson joined Joanne Vrakas to discuss wines that made her naughty and nice list leading up to the holidays. You can follow Mandi on Instagram.
Is ADHD overdiagnosed for people under 25 in Quebec?
Dr. Shuvo Ghosh head of the Developmental Pediatrics Program at the Montreal Children's Hospital joined Joanne Vrakas to talk about ADHD.
How one Quebec family went from owning a fish shop to manufacturing mayonnaise
Hugo Magnan is the owner of Quebec-based Mag Mayonnaise. He joined Joanne Vrakas to share the story of how his family went from owning a fish shop to manufacturing mayonnaise. You can find more information about Mag Mayonnaise at mayonnaisemag.com. You can follow Mag Mayonnaise on Instagram.
How to quit your job without burning bridges
Etiquette expert Julie Blais Comeau joined Joanne Vrakas to talk about how to quit your job without burning your bridges. You can find out more information at EtiquetteJulie.com. You can also find Julie on Instagram.
Dr. Labos: What are the risks associated with botox?
Dr. Christopher Labos is a cardiologist with a degree in epidemiology. He joined Joanne Vrakas to talk about face fillers like botox and the associated risks.
Hotel restaurants you need to check out in Montreal
Dustin Gilman (better known online as Food Guy Montreal) joined Joanne Vrakas to discuss some of the best hotel restaurants in Montreal.
Chef V: Preparing a holiday meal for 4 for under $100
Chef Vanessa Gianfrancesco joined Joanne Vrakas to talk about holiday meals on a budget. You can follow Vanessa on Instagram.
Tariffs for dummies: Explaining Trump's tariff threat on foreign goods
Senior lecturer in Economics at Concordia University, Moshe Lander joined Joanne Vrakas to talk about Donald Trump's proposed tariffs on foreign goods.
The Food Professor: How Ozempic is transforming Canadians' eating habits
Joanne Vrakas is joined by Sylvain Charlebois of Dalhousie University, better known as The Food Professor.
Which beverage is healthiest: coffee, green tea or diet soda?
Registered dietitian nutritionist, Kim Arrey joined Joanne Vrakas to talk about healthy living. You can find Kim at kimarreynutrition.com
How to better cope with being single after a divorce
Kelly Alexander, in for Joanne Vrakas, in conversation with Dr. Jennifer Russell, head of Adult Psychology at the MUHC.
Wines that match well with traditional holiday snacks
Kelly Alexander, in for Joanne Vrakas, is joined by Mandi Robertson, host of Unwined on CJAD 800.
The best Italian restaurants in Montreal right now
Dustin Gilman (better known online as Food Guy Montreal) joined Kelly Alexander, in for Joanne Vrakas, to talk about some of the best Italian restaurants in Montreal.
New survey suggests bad behaviour among Quebec students is on the rise
Kelly Alexander, in for Joanne Vrakas, talking with with Westwood Senior High School teacher Catherine Hogan.
Language Commissioner wants more French courses in English CEGEPs and Universities
Joanne Vrakas is joined by constitutional lawyer Frédéric Bérard
New report paints a controversial portrait of Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre
Joanne Vrakas is joined by political commentator Sandy White.
Practical parenting tips for children with ADHD
Joanne Vrakas is joined by child psychologist Dr. Tamara Soles.
Why are wines at Quebec grocery stores subpar compared to those at the SAQ?
Joanne Vrakas is joined by wine expert Jon Cercone of Brommelier Montreal and Taverne Sur Le Square
The Food Professor: What the Liberals' GST holiday means for groceries
Joanne Vrakas is joined by Sylvain Charlebois of Dalhousie University, better known as The Food Professor.
How does closure help in the healing process at the end of a relationship?
Dr. Jennifer Russell is the head of Adult Psychology at the MUHC.
From rotisserie to fried, here's where to find the best chicken in Montreal
Dustin Gilman (better known online as Food Guy Montreal) joined Joanne Vrakas to talk about where to find the best chicken in Montreal.
Previewing this year's Shield Of Athena fundraiser
Melpa Kamateros is the executive director of Shield Of Athena. She joined Joanne Vrakas to preview the organization's upcoming fundraiser on November 23 (which will be hosted by Joanne). You can purchase tickets at shieldofathena.com
Dr. Labos: Why influencers may be wrong about their takes on cortisol
Dr. Christopher Labos joined Joanne Vrakas for his Sunday Morning House Call.
How a trackway discovery could point to the existence of much smaller dinosaurs
Dr. Hans Larsson, an associate professor and curator of vertebrae, paleontology and biology at McGill University, joined Joanne Vrakas to talk about all things dinosaurs.
Should your kids be allowed to see their report cards?
Child psychologist Tamara Soles joined Joanne Vrakas to talk about report card season.
Previewing the new season of Apple TV's black comedy series, Bad Sisters
The Montreal Gazette's Bill Brownstein joined Joanne Vrakas to talk about the latest entertainment news.
How the McGill Community for Lifelong Learning allows seniors to engage in peer learning
Christopher Neal is the President of the McGill Community for Lifelong Learning. Christopher joined Joanne Vrakas to talk about how the program allows seniors to engage in peer learning. You can find more information at Mcgill.ca/mcll. You can also find out more at McGill University's Open House on November 27th.
Here are some movies you didn't know were filmed in Montreal
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 or at his website ToursMontreal.com.
The Food Professor: What is beanless coffee?
The Food Professor from Dalhousie University, Dr. Sylvain Charlebois, joined Joanne Vrakas to talk about beanless coffee.
Is Quebec sleepwalking towards another attempt at sovereignty?
Political commentator Sandy White joined Joanne Vrakas to talk about the latest political news.
Soldiers and PTSD
Joanne Vrakas is joined by Dr. Jennifer Russell, Head of Psychology at the MUCH.
Corked wines or screwtops?
Joanne Vrakas is joined by Mandi Robertson, Host of Unwined on CJAD.
Good etiquette in tough political conversations
Joanne Vrakas is joined by Julie Blai Comeau, Etiquette Specialist.
Talking bagels in Montreal
Joanne Vrakas sits down with Dustin Gilman of Food Guide Montreal discussing Montreal bagels.
It’s Bowvember! Joanne chats with the president of Procure about the fight to end prostate cancer
Joanne Vrakas was joined by Procure President Laurent Proulx to talk about Bowvember! Get your bowties @pructeqc ! Dare to wear it, dare to talk about it! Follow Bowvember on instagram @procureqc
Kelly Alexander on Beyonce racking up the Grammy nominations!
95.9 Virgin Radio's Kelly Alexander joined Joanne Vrakas to talk about all things pop culture!