Weekends with Joanne Vrakas
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Food Professor: Will high meat prices turn us vegetarian?
Beef prices remain sky high and now chicken is expensive too. Will Canadians go vegetarian? The Food Professor Sylvain Charlebois weighs in. Dr. Sylvain Charlebois, better known as ‘The Food Professor’, is Senior Director at Agri-Food Analytics Lab and Professor of Faculties of Management and Agriculture at Dalhousie University. He joins Weekends with Joanne Vrakas every Saturday at 7:10 a.m. to discuss everything from fluctuations in grocery prices to food trends.
Dr. Soles: Is it ok to bribe your children?
Is it a bribe or a reward? Child Psychologist Dr. Tamara Soles on how we should actually incentivize our children. Child psychologist Dr. Tamara Soles can be heard every Saturday at 8:40 a.m. on Weekends with Joanne Vrakas to discuss issues affecting children's mental health.
Will A.I take all our jobs?
AI is set to drastically transform the job market, so which jobs will remain? Mind HR’s Jessica Glazer weighs in.
The REM: a transit dream
It may cost billions and may not always work but the REM is the envy of the transit world. Montreal expert Thom Sievewright on why we should all be proud of the system. Thom Seivewright is a tour guide turned social media star. He can be heard every Saturday at 7:40 a.m. on Weekends with Joanne Vrakas sharing hidden gems and facts you may not know about Montreal.
Chef V: Making fresh pasta at home!
Want to impress your guests with fresh homemade pasta? Chef Vanessa Gianfrancesco has your Pasta Making 101, just in time for the holidays. Chef and TV host Vanessa Gianfrancesco can heard every Saturday at 8:20 a.m. on Weekends with Joanne Vrakas sharing her favourite recipes and kitchen tips.
How common is anxiety in men? What are the warning signs?
Do men and women experience anxiety differently? Dr. Jennifer Russell is a clinical psychologist. She joins Weekends with Joanne Vrakas every Sunday at 8:40 a.m. to discuss the importance of mental health.
Wine glasses: How to know which wine goes with which glass
Red wine glasses, champagne flutes or a different glass for rosé. How do we know which glass to use? Jon Cercone is a sommelier at Taverne Sur Le Square in Westmount. He can be heard regularly on Weekends with Joanne Vrakas sharing his wine recommendations.
Meet the physician providing palliative care to Montreal's homeless population
Dr. Marie-Helene Marchand has dedicated her life to helping vulnerable people. She now runs a mobile palliative care clinic helping the city’s homeless in their final moments. Image: Société de soins palliatifs à domicile du Grand Montréal
Here are Montreal's most underrated restaurants of 2025
Dustin Gilman, better known online as Food Guy Montreal, joins Weekends with Joanne Vrakas every Sunday at 7:50 a.m. He shares his insight for some of the best eats in and around Montreal. Image: IG/mottohandroll
Here are the top 10 most stolen cars in Quebec
Did your car make the list? Driving.ca’s Lorraine Sommerfeld joins Joanne Vrakas with the list of the most stolen cars of 2024.
Dr. Labos: Is menopause therapy safe for women?
The U.S. has removed the black box warning on menopause treatments that used to warn of cancer and cardiovascular risks. What does this mean for women in Canada? Dr. Chris Labos, cardiologist with a degree in epidemiology and a regular contributor on CJAD 800. You can hear him every Sunday on Weekends with Joanne Vrakas at 7:20 a.m.
Dr. Soles: Does your kid have an eating disorder or are they just a pick eater?
Is your kid a picky eater or is something else going on? Child psychologist, Dr. Tamara Soles explains when it becomes something to worry about. Child psychologist Dr. Tamara Soles can be heard every Saturday at 8:40 a.m. on Weekends with Joanne Vrakas to discuss issues affecting children's mental health.
Quebec patients could fall through the cracks with CAQ's Bill 2
The CAQ’s Bill 2 has most Quebec doctors seeing red over a new colour-coding system for patients. Who gets to see a doctor first and how often? Pediatric Respirologist and associate professor at Sherbrooke University Health Centre, Dr. Helen Vlachos explains how some patients may fall through the cracks because of this. Image: THE CANADIAN PRESS/Graham Hughes
Food Professor: Do Canadians trust grocery stores?
A new report takes a closer look at how Canadians feel about food and if we trust the pricing system. Dr. Sylvain Charlebois, better known as ‘The Food Professor’, is Senior Director at Agri-Food Analytics Lab and Professor of Faculties of Management and Agriculture at Dalhousie University. He joins Weekends with Joanne Vrakas every Saturday at 7:10 a.m. to discuss everything from fluctuations in grocery prices to food trends.
From shambles to chic: Exploring the history of Old Montreal
Cobble stones, restaurants and tourists galore... Old Montreal is one of Canada’s most visited neighbourhoods. Montreal expert Thom Sievewright on how the old town went from shabby to chic. Thom Seivewright is a tour guide turned social media star. He can be heard every Saturday at 7:40 a.m. on Weekends with Joanne Vrakas sharing hidden gems and facts you may not know about Montreal.
Can you make healthy food choices at the dollar store?
Registered dietitian nutritionist Kim Arrey joins Weekends with Joanne Vrakas every Saturday at 6:40 a.m. with tips to keep healthy. Image: THE CANADIAN PRESS/Christinne Muschi
Is the self-help industry a scam?
The good, the bad and the ugly of the self-help industry. Clinical psychologist Dr. Jennifer Russell on the origins of this million dollar industry and who it’s really helping.
Wine and cheese please!
Why did we pair wine and cheese a the perfect combo? Wine expert Jon Cercone on the origins of the tradition and which wines work best. Jon Cercone is a sommelier at Taverne Sur Le Square in Westmount. He can be heard regularly on Weekends with Joanne Vrakas sharing his wine recommendations.
AI “companions” helping seniors with dementia
Montreal based AI company Amical lets seniors with dementia chat with AI “friends” to help with symptoms of the disease. CEO Tony Aubé explains how his experience with his own grandmother shaped this passion project.
What does your Montreal neighborhood say about you?
Online content creator Tory Morton says she knows all about you based on your neighborhood, your school and where you grew up. And she does it tongue and cheek to an audience of over 23 thousand Instagram followers and counting! You can follow Tory on instagram @torymorton
Will 50 years mortgages be headed to Canada?
Donald Trump says 50 year mortgages will help struggling families make ends meet. Mortgage specialist and host of “Under One Roof Montreal” Martin Spalding on if this would help Canadians trying to get into the housing market. You can listen to Martin on CJAD 800 at noon Sunday's on Under One Roof.
Dr. Labos: Can winter break your heart, literally?
What are the links between heart health and the winter months. Dr Christopher Labos on the effects of the cold on men and women’s hearts. Dr. Chris Labos, cardiologist with a degree in epidemiology and a regular contributor on CJAD 800. You can hear him every Sunday on Weekends with Joanne Vrakas at 7:20 a.m.
Is there such a thing as normal child? Here is the entire conversation with Dr. Timimi
Are doctors over diagnosing kids with psychological issues? Controversial child psychiatrist and author of the new book “Searching for normal” Dr. Sami Timimi says the entire industry got it wrong. Here are both parts to Joanne and Dr. Timimi's conversation.
Does Canada have a spy problem?
Canadian intelligence services are warning Canada has a spy problem. Political analyst Sandy White on which countries are a little too close for comfort. Political commentator Sandy White was an advisor to the Conservative Party during the Stephen Harper administration. He can be heard every Sunday at 8:10 a.m. on Weekends with Joanne Vrakas with his take on the latest from the world of politics.
Dr. Soles: Why do teens lose self-confidence?
From bouncy happy little kids, to self conscious teens- what happens to teens and their confidence? Child psychologist Dr Tamara Soles on how to guide your teens through their awkward years. Child psychologist Dr. Tamara Soles can be heard every Saturday at 8:40 a.m. on Weekends with Joanne Vrakas to discuss issues affecting children's mental health.
Is there such a thing as normal child?
Are doctors over diagnosing kids with psychological issues? Controversial child psychiatrist and author of the new book “Searching for normal” Dr. Sami Timimi says the entire industry got it wrong.
Is Montreal Canada’s snowiest city and when was our biggest now storm really?
From the Ice Storm to the Storm of the Century, Montreal Expert Thom Sievewright with a brief history of the Montreal’s many, many snowstorms. Thom Seivewright is a tour guide turned social media star. He can be heard every Saturday at 7:40 a.m. on Weekends with Joanne Vrakas sharing hidden gems and facts you may not know about Montreal.
Do you need a bug closet in your house?
Where do bugs go in the winter? McGill entomologist Professor Christopher Buddle on why keeping a “bug closet” in your house can help save the creepy crawlers from the cold.
Food Professor: Should we start hoarding cottage cheese?
Can’t find cottage cheese at the grocery store? Food Professor Sylvain Charlebois on how TikTok has cottage cheese flying off the shelves. Dr. Sylvain Charlebois, better known as ‘The Food Professor’, is Senior Director at Agri-Food Analytics Lab and Professor of Faculties of Management and Agriculture at Dalhousie University. He joins Weekends with Joanne Vrakas every Saturday at 7:10 a.m. to discuss everything from fluctuations in grocery prices to food trends.
The surprising link between fibre and your mental health
We know fibre is good for you gut but turns out it can help your mental health. Nutritionist Kim Arrey explains. Registered dietitian nutritionist Kim Arrey joins Weekends with Joanne Vrakas every Saturday at 6:40 a.m. with tips to keep healthy.
Here's when you should consider couples therapy and what you can expect
Is your couple in trouble? Having trouble getting? along? Clinical psychologist Dr. Jennifer Russell on what to expect in couples counselling. Clinical psychologist Dr. Jennifer Russell joins Weekends with Joanne Vrakas every Sunday at 8:40 a.m. to discuss the importance of mental health.
From Stranger Things to IT: How one Montreal company is leading the visual effects industry
From Strangers Things to horror movie IT, Montreal is leading the pack. Senior Vice President of Rodeo FX, Jordan Soles joined Joanne Vrakas to discuss his company’s success and future projects. Image: Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP
Dr. Labos: What is the best way to prevent wrinkles as we age?
Spending hundreds on skincare? Dr. Christopher Labos say there’s a cheaper option that makes all the difference instead. Dr. Chris Labos, cardiologist with a degree in epidemiology and a regular contributor on CJAD 800. You can hear him every Sunday on Weekends with Joanne Vrakas at 7:20 a.m.
How to stay safe while driving in the snow in Montreal
Montreal had its first snowfall of the season this weekend but many motorists still do not have their winter tires. The CJAD 800 Car Show’s Lisa Christensen joined Joanne Vrakas with everything you need to know.
Will any positive outcomes come of Mark Carney's new federal budget?
A big week in Ottawa: a new budget and talk of Conservatives crossing the floor. Political analyst and former advisor to the Stephen Harper Conservatives Sandy White has more. Political commentator Sandy White was an advisor to the Conservative Party during the Stephen Harper administration. He can be heard every Sunday at 8:10 a.m. on Weekends with Joanne Vrakas with his take on the latest from the world of politics.
Boys don't cry: Here's why tears are always better than anger
Should boys be encouraged to cry it out a little more? Child psychologist Dr. Tamara Soles explains why tears are always better than anger. Child psychologist Dr. Tamara Soles can be heard every Saturday at 8:40 a.m. on Weekends with Joanne Vrakas to discuss issues affecting children's mental health.
Chef V: What is a sourdough starter and what role does it play when making bread?
Want to make your own bread at home? Chef Vanessa Gianfranceso on how to make your own sourdough starter. Chef and TV host Vanessa Gianfrancesco can heard every Saturday at 8:20 a.m. on Weekends with Joanne Vrakas sharing her favourite recipes and kitchen tips.
Dating 101: Everything you should know before using an app
Looking for love or a quick hook-up? Relationship expert Cheryl Besner joins Joanne Vrakas with advice for using dating apps.
For better or for worse: Here are some notable Montreal mayors and the mark they left on the city
Thom Seivewright is a tour guide turned social media star. He can be heard every Saturday at 7:40 a.m. on Weekends with Joanne Vrakas sharing hidden gems and facts you may not know about Montreal. Image: AP/Neal Ulevich
Bowvember campaign aims to raise awareness around prostate cancer in Quebec
Once again this year, Joanne Vrakas is a proud ambassador of Procure's “Bow-vember” campaign raising funds and awareness for prostate cancer. President and CEO of Procure, Laurent Proulx explains how you can help.
Food Professor: Here's why you shouldn't get too excited about grocery stores freezing prices
Dr. Sylvain Charlebois, better known as ‘The Food Professor’, is Senior Director at Agri-Food Analytics Lab and Professor of Faculties of Management and Agriculture at Dalhousie University. He joins Weekends with Joanne Vrakas every Saturday at 7:10 a.m. to discuss everything from fluctuations in grocery prices to food trends.
Nutrition: How much salt is too much in your diet?
Registered dietitian nutritionist Kim Arrey joins Weekends with Joanne Vrakas every Saturday at 6:40 a.m. with tips to keep healthy.
Is social media making people more anxious about what others think in real life?
Dr. Jennifer Russell is the head of Adult Psychology at the MUHC. She joins Weekends with Joanne Vrakas every Sunday at 8:40 a.m. to discuss the importance of mental health.
How the Blue Jays have generated a renewed interest in baseball
Marc Griffin, sports journalist, former professional ball player, and part of the administrative group of Baseball Quebec joined Jay Farrar on CJAD 800.
Why it may be more important to vote in the municipal election than any other
Justine McIntyre, strategic consultant and former city councillor, joined Jay Farrar on CJAD 800.
Tech Corner: How a toilet camera could help detect health issues
Would you allow someone to install a camera in your toilet? Tech expert Kris Abel might change your mind. He joined Jay Farrar.
Dr. Soles: How can parents manage kids who have been spoiled?
Child psychologist Dr. Tamara Soles can be heard every Saturday at 8:40 a.m. on Weekends with Joanne Vrakas to discuss issues affecting children's mental health.
How is Canada navigating the delicate balance between Washington and Beijing?
John Parisella is a special advisor at National Public Relations former chief of staff to Robert Bourassa. He joined Jay Farrar to look at how Mark Carney is handling relations between Washington and Beijing.
The Food Professor: How do grocery chains dispose of expired food?
Dr. Sylvain Charlebois, better known as ‘The Food Professor’, is Senior Director at Agri-Food Analytics Lab and Professor of Faculties of Management and Agriculture at Dalhousie University. He joins Weekends with Joanne Vrakas every Saturday at 7:10 a.m. to discuss everything from fluctuations in grocery prices to food trends.
What is the Montreal Cognitive Assessment and how did it come to be?
Dr. Ziad Nasreddine, neurologist and creator of the Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) and founder of MoCA Cognition, joined Jay Farrar on CJAD 800.