
Weekends with Joanne Vrakas
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Proseco, Cava & Champagne with Mandi Robertson!
The host of Unwined with Mandi Robertson joined Joanne to talk about proseco, cava & champagne.

Breakdancing at the Olympics: the good and the very bad!
Chris Eagleton, owner of Break City Dance Studio, joined Joanne to talk about breakdancing at the Olympics.

Everything you need to know about insurance policies in case of flooding
President of KBD Insurance, Curtis Killen, joined Joanne Vrakas to talk about how insurance companies work when disaster strikes.

What is Project 2025? Who is behind it? What is the Trump connection?
Concordia University professor Graham Dodds joined Joanne Vrakas to preview the Democratic Convention and to talk about Project 2025.

The lawsuit on behalf of St. Philippe residents explained
Frederic Berard from Gattuso Bouchard & Mazzone joined Joanne to talk about his lawsuit against the provincial government on behalf of the residents of St. Philippe.

From Bad Monkey Popcorn to Vintage Treasures Montreal!
Fabio Zeppilli, co-founder of Bad Monkey Popcorn, joined Joanne to talk about his new venture, Vintage Treasures Montreal. You can follow Vintage Treasures Montreal on instagram @vintagetreasuresmontreal and at their website vintagetreasuresmontreal.com

The Lachine Canal from the eyes of a tour guide...and social media star!
Thom Seivewright is a tour guide turned media star. Thom joined Joanne to talk about the love and beauty of Montreal. You can follow Thom on instagram @montrealexpert

How to apply for a job...when you already have a job!
MInd HR President Jessica Glazer joined Joanne to talk about how to look for a job effectively.

Costco will be cracking down on non-members. Here's how
The Food Professor from Dalhousie University, Sylvain Charlebois, joined Joanne Vrakas to talk about Costco cracking down on non-members. Image: CANADIAN PRESS/Nathan Denette

Montreal entrepreneur conceives product that helps protect homes in the event of flooding
Jim Macdonald is CEO and founder of Teksill Solutions Inc. He joined Joanne Vrakas to talk about water-proofing your basement.

Flooding and Cars!
Andrew Durocher from CAA joined Joanne to talk about cars and flooding.

Are celebrity wines any good?
The host of Unwined, Mandi Robertson, joined Joanne to talk about celebrity wines.

@foodguymtl Explores Montreal's ethnic restaurants!
@foodguymtl Dustin Gilman joined Joanne to talk about Montreal's ethnic restaurants.

Labos: Do Memory Games Work?
Dr. Christopher Labos joined Joanne for his regular Sunday Morning House Call.

Walter Assi on how to prepare your basement BEFORE a flood
Renovco's Walter Assi joined Joanne to talk about preparing your basement BEFORE a flood.

An update from Hydro Quebec on the power outages
Hydro Quebec spokesperson Cendrix Bouchard joined Joanne to provide an update on the flood related power outages.

An update on the floods from Dorval Mayor Marc Doret
Marc Doret, the mayor of Dorval, joined Joanne to talk about the floods overtaking Montreal.

An update on the floods by Environment Canada
Dave Phillips, senior meteorologist at Environment Canada, joined Joanne for an update on the flooding.

The best wines for get-togethers
Mandi Robertson, wine expert and host of Unwined on CJAD 800 joins Joanne Vrakas and shares the best wines to please a crowd!

What to know about the TikTok diagnosis trend
Dr. Jennifer Russell is the head of Adult Psychology at the MUHC.

Travelling this summer? Here are some scams to be aware of
Discussing with Joanne Vrakas is Tony Anscombe, chief security expert at ESET with the signs to lookout for.

Montreal foodie shares some of their favourite hidden gem restaurants in the city
Dustin Gillman from Food Guy Montreal joins Joanne Vrakas to share all the best spots!

The fight to maintain English health care services in Quebec hospitals
Constitutional lawyer and political commentator Frederic Berard speaks with Joanne Vrakas for the latest on the situation.

How to prevent the "summer slide"?
Lev Berner, teacher at Vincent Massey, speaks with Joanne Vrakas!

What to do if your child is having a meltdown?
Child Psychologist Tamara Soles joined Joanne Vrakas to discuss.

The dos and don'ts of summer office etiquette
Etiquette expert Julie Blais Comeau joins Joanne Vrakas.

Exploring the history and amenities of Parc Jean Drapeau
Thom Seivewright is a Montreal tour guide turned media star and speaks with Joanne to highlight Parc Jean Drapeau! You can follow Thom on Instagram @montrealexpert

Blacked out report about Canada's food prices
Dalhousie University Agri-Foods Analytics Lab Director Sylvain Charlebois joins Joanne in studio to explain the situation.

Osheaga 2024 is underway!
CTV Montreal's Christine Long speaks with Joanne to share the news highlights from the week!

The hype, myths and truths of vinegar
Speaking with Joanne Vrakas is seasoned registered dietitian and nutritionist Kim Arrey to discuss.

Dodds : The presidential campaign is impossible to get a hold on
Graham Dodds, Political science professor at Concordia University, joined Joanne to talk about the presidential campaign.

Why are some Quebec doctors choosing to opt out of the public system?
Political commentator Sandy White joined Joanne Vrakas to explain why some Quebec doctors are choosing to opt out of the public health care system.

How to make the most of your outdoor space!
Lifestyle expert Christian Dare joined Joanne to provide gift ideas on designing outdoor spaces. You can follow Christian on instagram @christian_dare

Talkin' wines with Mandi Robertson!
The host of Unwined on CJAD 800, Mandi Robertson, joined Joanne to talk wine and more wine.

Brownstein on Timothée Chalamet being Bob Dylan!
Bill Brownstein from the Montreal Gazette joined Joanne to talk about the latest entertainment news.

Amy Walsh on the Soccer Scandal that is taking over Paris!
Canadian Soccer Hall of Famer, CBC Play by Play announcer and CF Montreal Ambassador Amy Walsh joined Joanne to talk about the soccer controversy taking over the Olympics.

Dr. Labos : Vitamins! What's in them?
Dr. Christopher Labos joined Joanne for his regular Sunday Morning House Call.

Olympic Gold Medalist Bruny Surin previews The Paris Games
Olympic Gold Medalist from 1996 Bruny Surin, now Canada's Chef de Mission, joined Joanne to preview what to expect from Canada's athletes in Paris.

Brownstein on the Opening Ceremonies
Bill Brownstein from the Montreal Gazette joined Joanne to talk about the latest entertainment news.

Kids and drugs, should parents enable or scare straight?
Child Psychologist Tamara Soles joined Joanne Vrakas to talk about parents, kids and drugs.

@montrealexpert with a quickie tour of the Olympic Stadium
Thom Seivewright is a Montreal tour guide turned media star and speaks with Joanne to highlight the Olympic Stadium. You can follow Thom on Instagram @montrealexpert

Food sales hit record low in Canada
The Food Professor from Dalhousie University, Sylvain Charlebois, joined Joanne to talk about food sales in Canada.

Kim Arrey : Mouth Health!
Kim Arrey from kimarreynutrition.com joined Ken to talk about healthy living.

Sleep and your mental health
Dr. Jennifer Russell is the head of Adult Psychology at the MUHC. Dr. Russell joined Joanne to talk about sleep and mental health.

Canadian Chardonnay with Mandi Robertson!
The host of Unwined on CJAD 800, Mandi Robertson, joined Joanne to talk about Canadian chardonnay!

Ladybugs black flies and moquitos….Oh My!
Dr. Chris Buddle, an entomologist from McGill University joined Joanne to talk about those summer critters.

Plant based meat….the impact on your heart
Dr. Christopher Labos joined Joanne for his Sunday Morning House Call.

@foodguyMTL brings you the best food choices...and best budget choices!
@foodguymtl Dustin Gilman joined Joanne to talk about the best budget classic eats in Montreal.

All about toxic waste and Khanasatake
Maître Frédéric Berard from the law firm GBM joined Joanne to talk about toxic waste dumping.

Parental Do-Overs!
Child Psychologist Tamara Soles joined Joanne Vrakas to talk about parental do-overs.