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Weekends with Joanne Vrakas

Weekends with Joanne Vrakas

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Could decriminalizing drug use help the homeless population?

James Hughes, the President of the Old Brewery Mission, joined Joanne to talk about helping the homeless.

May 26, 20247 min

When is the right time to send your kids to summer camp? How do you choose the right one?

Child psychologist Dr. Tamara Soles joined Joanne to talk about sending your kids off to summer camp.

May 25, 20247 min

Celine Dion opens up about struggle with stiff person syndrome in new documentary

The Montreal Gazette's Bill Brownstein joined Joanne to talk about the latest entertainment news.

May 25, 20249 min

Cooking with V: Tips for an amazing barbeque on a budget

Get cooking with V as Vanessa Gianfrancesco joined Joanne to talk about food.

May 25, 20243 min

New Montreal festival delves into mysteries and thrillers

The co-founder of the first edition of Montreal Mystery, Jacinthe Paillé, joined Joanne to talk about the event. You can access the schedule at montrealmystery.weebly.com

May 25, 20245 min

Montreal beer fest, Mondial de la bière is celebrating its 30th anniversary

Serge Noël is the beer specialist at the Mondial de la bière, on until May 26 at Windsor Station. You can access the entire schedule at festivalmondialbiere.qc.ca

May 25, 20246 min

Why do grocery prices vary in different cities across Canada?

The Food Professor from Dalhousie University, Sylvain Charlebois, joined Joanne to talk about the business of food.

May 25, 20247 min

Tips to travel on the cheap this summer

Travel writer Catherine Maisonneuve joined Joanne to talk about both travelling and saving money.

May 25, 20248 min

Which is the better choice: butter or margarine?

Kim Arrey from kimarreynutrition.com joined Joanne to talk about healthy living.

May 25, 20248 min

Brownstein on the SNL season finale!

The Montreal Gazette's Bill Brownstein joined Joanne to talk about the latest entertainment news.

May 19, 20248 min

What are the signs of burnout?

Dr. Jennifer Russell is the head of Adult Psychology at the MUHC.

May 19, 20247 min

This Montreal restaurant topped the list of Canada's best restaurants

The owner of Mon Lapin, Vanya Filipovic, joined Joanne Vrakas to talk about her restaurant, once again topping Canada's 100 Best. Mon Lapin is located at 150 Rue Saint-Zotique Est in Montreal's Rosemont-La Petite Patrie borough. More at VinMonLapin.com.

May 19, 20247 min

The LGBTQ's hurdles with surrogacy

CTV's Todd van der Heyden joined Joanne to talk about his road to fatherhood.

May 19, 20248 min

The Kids Are Alright! Understanding Gen-Z lingo!

John Abbott students Ben Rochon and Andy Loizos along with CTV's Christine Long joined Joanne to talk about slang. As in, what the kids are saying these days!

May 19, 20248 min

What to know about measles with Dr. Labos

Dr. Christopher Labos joined Joanne for his Sunday Morning House Call.

May 19, 20247 min

Brownstein on the ongoing saga of Baby Reindeer!

The Montreal Gazette's Bill Brownstein joined Joanne to talk about the latest entertainment news.

May 18, 20248 min

How to give kids their independence

Child psychologist Dr. Tamara Soles joined Joanne to talk about health care.

May 18, 20248 min

Chicken 3 different ways, in 3 different countries!

Chef Vanessa Gianfrancesco joined Joanne to talk about food and more food!

May 18, 20248 min

Mental Health resources in decline

Political commentator Sandy White joined Joanne to talk about the latest political news.

May 18, 20247 min

There might be some relief at the grocery store!

The Food Professor at Dalhousie University, Sylvain Charlebois, joined Joanne to talk about food prices.

May 18, 20245 min

Nedia El-Khouri named Woman Of The Year by Montreal Council of Women!

Nedia El-Khouri, the education director of Vida Vida Art Gallery, has been named Woman Of The Year by Montreal Council of Women! Nedia joined Joanne to talk about the honor. To find out more information about the Viva Vida Art Gallery at vivavidaartgallery.com

May 18, 20247 min

Are your food choices stressing you out?

Kim Arrey from kimarreynutrition.com joined Joanne to talk about healthy living.

May 18, 20249 min

Brownstein on Maya Rudolph hosting SNL!

The Montreal Gazette's Bill Brownstein joined Joanne to talk about the latest entertainment news.

May 12, 20246 min

How to heal a broken relationship with Mom

Dr. Jennifer Russell is the head of Adult Psychology at the MUHC.

May 12, 20247 min

Tips to help you save money on your next grocery bill

Amie Watson, food journalist with multiculturiosity.com, joined Joanne to provide ways to save money on food.

May 12, 20247 min

Paying tribute to fallen heroes leading up to the 80th anniversary of D-Day

Bruce Bolton, Honorary Colonel of the Black Watch, Royal Highland Regiment, joined Joanne to talk preparations of the 80th anniversary of D-Day.

May 12, 20246 min

This tiny Mile End gnocchi counter has become a tourist destination

Franco Gattuso is the owner of Drogheria Fine, located at 68 Fairmount in Mile End. Drogheria Fine is considered to have the best gnocci in Montreal. You can follow Franco on Facebook at Drogheria Fine and on Instagram.

May 12, 20249 min

Dr. Labos: How an Apple watch can save your life

Dr. Christopher Labos joined Joanne for his regular Sunday Morning House Call.

May 12, 20248 min

Indigenous leaders are taking issue with plans for a Quebec history museum. Here's why

Maître Frédéric Berard from the law firm GBM joined Joanne to talk about the latest political news.

May 12, 20246 min

Brownstein on the Dan Rather Netflix documentary

The Montreal Gazette's Bill Brownstein joined Joanne to talk about the latest entertainment news.

May 11, 20249 min

Can the government stop cellphone use in classrooms?

Child Psychologist Tamara Soles joined Joanne to talk about cellphone use in the classroom.

May 11, 20247 min

A Magical Mother's Day Brunch!

Chef Vanessa Gianfrancesco joined Joanne to talk about the perfect Mother's Day brunch!

May 11, 20246 min

No Mow May! Save The Bees!

Pierre Giovenazzo, Professor of Apiculture at the University of Montreal, joined Joanne to talk about how to save the bees.

May 11, 20247 min

Taking Mom out for Mother's Day…inexepensively

The Food Professor Sylvain Charlebois from Dalhousie University, joined Joanne to talk about saving money on Mother's Day.

May 11, 20245 min

A look at Evenko's Summer Schedule!

The Head of Programming at Evenko, Nick Farkas, joined Joanne to talk about all the events going on this summer.

May 11, 20247 min

Over 1 million Quebecers are without a family doctor. What is causing the shortage?

Political commentator Sandy White joined Joanne to talk about the political scene in Quebec.

May 11, 20247 min

The top 5 'gross' foods we should be eating

Kim Arrey from kmiarreynutrition.com joined Joanne to talk about healthy living.

May 11, 20248 min

Quebec's first provincial contact football league for girls has kicked off

Karine Tougas is the President of the first provincial contact football league for girls. Karine and her daughter Julia, a player in the league, joined Joanne in our CJAD 800 studios. You can find more information at lffmq.ca

May 5, 202410 min

The do's and don'ts of keeping things civil in the early stages of divorce

Dr. Jennifer Russell is the head of Adult Psychology.

May 5, 20247 min

Dua Lipa pulled double duty on SNL this weekend. How did she do?

The Montreal Gazette's Bill Brownstein joined Joanne to talk about the latest entertainment news.

May 5, 20247 min

This Montreal South Shore teen received a partial scholaship to sail around the world

Anais Samanez Denis is a top tier student and athlete getting ready to sail, and she joined Joanne in our CJAD 800 studios. Anais is raising money for her goal and you can donate at her GoFundMe page here. You can follow Anais on Instagram.

May 5, 20248 min

Mandi Robertson's wine selections for Greek Easter

Unwined host Mandi Robertson joined Joanne to provide her Greek Easter wine selections.

May 5, 20246 min

Is there a resurgence for the Quebec Liberals as of late?

Political commentator Karim Boulos joined Joanne to talk about the latest news in Quebec politics.

May 5, 20247 min

Dining out in Montreal without breaking the bank: Restaurant picks on a budget

Iris Gagnon Paradis is the Head of Division, Food Critic at La Presse joined Joanne on CJAD 800.

May 5, 20248 min

What happens next to the pro-Palestinian encampment at McGill University?

Maître Frédéric Berard from the law firm GBM joined Joanne to talk about the pro-Palestinian encampment at McGill University.

May 5, 20247 min

Dr. Labos: When should women get their first mammogram?

Dr. Labos joined Joanne for his regular Sunday Morning House Call.

May 5, 20247 min

Sara Levitt is showing beauty through honesty

Sara Levitt is a 29 year old Montrealer with 13 thousand followers on Instagram. Sara has been dealing with Colitis and then Crohn's disease for most of her life. Sara joined Joanne in our CJAD studios to talk about how she has overcome her conditions and become an influencer. You can follow Sara on Instagram @saralevs

May 5, 20249 min

Brownstein on Jerry Seinfeld's new project!

The Montreal Gazette's Bill Brownstein joined Joanne to talk about the latest entertainment news.

May 4, 20247 min

Cooking with V : A modern twist on Greek Easter!

Chef Vanessa Gianfrancesco joined Joanne to talk about cooking for Greek Easter!

May 4, 20246 min

Amid rising car thefts in Montreal, how can you keep your vehicle safe?

Media Relations Director of CAA Nicholas Ryan joined Joanne to talk about stealing cars in Canada.

May 4, 20247 min