
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.

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.

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.

Cooking with V: Tips for an amazing barbeque on a budget
Get cooking with V as Vanessa Gianfrancesco joined Joanne to talk about food.

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

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

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.

Tips to travel on the cheap this summer
Travel writer Catherine Maisonneuve joined Joanne to talk about both travelling and saving money.

Which is the better choice: butter or margarine?
Kim Arrey from kimarreynutrition.com joined Joanne to talk about healthy living.

Brownstein on the SNL season finale!
The Montreal Gazette's Bill Brownstein joined Joanne to talk about the latest entertainment news.

What are the signs of burnout?
Dr. Jennifer Russell is the head of Adult Psychology at the MUHC.

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.

The LGBTQ's hurdles with surrogacy
CTV's Todd van der Heyden joined Joanne to talk about his road to fatherhood.

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!

What to know about measles with Dr. Labos
Dr. Christopher Labos joined Joanne for his Sunday Morning House Call.

Brownstein on the ongoing saga of Baby Reindeer!
The Montreal Gazette's Bill Brownstein joined Joanne to talk about the latest entertainment news.

How to give kids their independence
Child psychologist Dr. Tamara Soles joined Joanne to talk about health care.

Chicken 3 different ways, in 3 different countries!
Chef Vanessa Gianfrancesco joined Joanne to talk about food and more food!

Mental Health resources in decline
Political commentator Sandy White joined Joanne to talk about the latest political news.

There might be some relief at the grocery store!
The Food Professor at Dalhousie University, Sylvain Charlebois, joined Joanne to talk about food prices.

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

Are your food choices stressing you out?
Kim Arrey from kimarreynutrition.com joined Joanne to talk about healthy living.

Brownstein on Maya Rudolph hosting SNL!
The Montreal Gazette's Bill Brownstein joined Joanne to talk about the latest entertainment news.

How to heal a broken relationship with Mom
Dr. Jennifer Russell is the head of Adult Psychology at the MUHC.

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.

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.

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.

Dr. Labos: How an Apple watch can save your life
Dr. Christopher Labos joined Joanne for his regular Sunday Morning House Call.

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.

Brownstein on the Dan Rather Netflix documentary
The Montreal Gazette's Bill Brownstein joined Joanne to talk about the latest entertainment news.

Can the government stop cellphone use in classrooms?
Child Psychologist Tamara Soles joined Joanne to talk about cellphone use in the classroom.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

The top 5 'gross' foods we should be eating
Kim Arrey from kmiarreynutrition.com joined Joanne to talk about healthy living.

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

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

Dr. Labos: When should women get their first mammogram?
Dr. Labos joined Joanne for his regular Sunday Morning House Call.

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

Brownstein on Jerry Seinfeld's new project!
The Montreal Gazette's Bill Brownstein joined Joanne to talk about the latest entertainment news.

Cooking with V : A modern twist on Greek Easter!
Chef Vanessa Gianfrancesco joined Joanne to talk about cooking for Greek Easter!

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.