Kelly Cutrara
3,474 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 months ago -Kelly Cutrara brings 20 years of national and international broadcasting experience to her show – not to mention a razor-sharp wit. Join us as Kelly guides you through amazing stories and interviews with fascinating people daily.
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Episodes
How not to choke under pressure
March 16, 2022 19:18 - 8 minutesKelly speaks to Dr. Jürgen Beckmann, Professor and Chair of Sport Psychology at the Technical University in Munich, Germany.
Better data collection on dog importation is needed—what to consider before taking in a rescue pet
March 16, 2022 18:58 - 8 minutesKelly talks to Dr. Louis Kwantes, President of the Canadian Veterinary Medical Association.
A new live music and rehearsal venue is coming to Queen West
March 16, 2022 18:48 - 9 minutesKelly chats with Councillor Joe Cressy about the new live music and rehearsal space coming to Queen West.
Immigration lawyers have been fielding calls from Ukrainians, both in Canada and abroad
March 16, 2022 18:29 - 11 minutesKelly speaks to Lev Abramovich, an immigration lawyer and partner with Abramovich & Tchern.
Canada a step closer to permanent daylight time as U.S. Senate passes bill
March 16, 2022 18:20 - 7 minutesKelly chats with Ottawa West-Nepean MPP Jeremy Roberts.
Why an investigation into cheating on Ontario bar exams may point to a $15 billion online industry
March 15, 2022 16:19 - 10 minutesKelly speaks with Sarah Eaton, a faculty member in the Werklund School of Education at the University of Calgary.
Surging demand for travel and high fuel costs means you could be paying more for your next trip
March 14, 2022 21:20 - 7 minutesKelly talks to Marty Firestone, travel expert with Travel Secure Insurance.
Canadians campaign to stop condo development at D-Day landing site
March 14, 2022 20:51 - 7 minutesKelly speaks to Cindy Clegg of the Save Juno Beach Campaign.
What is a ButterflyCup? Biodegradable, lidless cups coming soon to A&W
March 11, 2022 21:14 - 6 minutesKelly chats with Jacob Lorinc, Business Reporter for the Toronto Star about the ButterflyCup.
Kim Kardashian's business advice for women sparks backlash
March 11, 2022 21:04 - 9 minutesKelly talks to Lori Harito, Communications and PR Specialist at Boulevard of Dreams.
Nuclear experts say power cut at Chernobyl not a cause for panic
March 10, 2022 19:19 - 11 minutesKelly talks to Seth Grae, nuclear energy expert and President and CEO of Lightbridge Corporation.
Tasha Kheiriddin bows out of Conservative leadership race
March 10, 2022 18:55 - 9 minutesKelly talks to Tasha Kheiriddin, longtime conservative commentator and columnist about withdrawing from the Conservative leadership race.
Why it might be too soon for Ontario to lift most COVID-19 mask mandates on March 21
March 10, 2022 18:48 - 11 minutesKelly speaks with Dr. Abdu Sharkawy, Infectious Diseases Consultant with University Health Network.
Historic west end concert hall to live on in converted church after $2.2M lifeline from the city
March 08, 2022 21:33 - 9 minutesKelly chats with Jim Thomas, Co-Chair of Hugh's Room Live about their exciting new location in East Chinatown.
People across Poland show solidarity as millions of refugees flee Ukraine
March 08, 2022 16:05 - 9 minutesKelly speaks with Adam Zivo, a National Post columnist reporting live from Warsaw, Poland as millions of refugees flee Russian attacks in Ukraine.
Why Canadians booked close to 3,000 nights in Ukraine on Airbnb, with no plans to travel
March 08, 2022 14:50 - 9 minutesKelly talks to Matt McNama, Senior Communications Manager for Airbnb Canada.
When will the war in Ukraine end? Experts weigh in on possible scenarios
March 07, 2022 18:53 - 11 minutesKelly talks to Dani Belo, an assistant professor of international relations at Webster University in St. Louis and a fellow at Carleton’s Norman Paterson School of International Affairs.
Some Canadians are flying to Ukraine to join the fight
March 04, 2022 20:19 - 11 minutesKelly speaks to Borys Wrzesnewskyj, Chair of the Ukrainian World Congress Human Rights Commission and former member of parliament.
Nail salon workers exposed to high levels of toxic chemicals, new study reveals
March 04, 2022 17:48 - 10 minutesKelly talks to Miriam Diamond, an Environmental Chemist who co-authored the study, and a professor at the University of Toronto.
Purdue Pharma, US states agree to new opioid settlement
March 04, 2022 17:40 - 8 minutesKelly talks to Darryl Singer, Head of Commercial and Civil Litigation for Diamond and Diamond.
How wearing a kokum scarf is supporting Ukraine
March 03, 2022 23:42 - 6 minutesKelly speaks with Tania Cameron, who is a community activist. You can find out more about kokums scarves, and the fundraiser for Ukrainian humanitarian aid, here.
Hoosli Ukrainian Male Chorus performs Ukrainian and Canadian anthems at Winnipeg Jets game
March 02, 2022 21:33 - 11 minutesKelly speaks to Christopher Sklepowich, a tenor with the Hoosli Ukrainian Male Chorus.
What you need to know if you're thinking about CBD oil for your dog
March 01, 2022 21:03 - 17 minutesKelly chats with Dr. Randy Aronson, a veterinarian at PAWS Veterinary Clinic based in Catalina Hills, Arizona. Then we take some listener calls to talk about their experience with CBD oil.
All proceeds from the sale of this Canadian vodka will go to Ukrainian humanitarian relief efforts
March 01, 2022 15:32 - 10 minutesKelly chats with Katherine Vellinga, Founder of the Ukrainian-Canadian Zirkova Vodka.
What you should know about Canada's new travel rules
February 28, 2022 19:50 - 8 minutesKelly chats with Marty Firestone, travel expert with Travel Secure Insurance.
How the Russian attacks on Ukraine will impact the global oil supply and the price of gas here in Canada
February 24, 2022 17:50 - 10 minutesKelly talks to Dan McTeague, President of Canadians for Affordable Energy about the Russian attacks on Ukraine and how it will impact the global oil supply and price of gas here in Canada.
Why you won't see any Frito-Lay products on the shelves at your local Loblaws
February 24, 2022 17:43 - 15 minutesKelly speaks to Micheal Graydon, CEO of Food, Health & Consumer Products of Canada about Frito-Lay's pricing dispute with Loblaws.
Ontario police officers named in leaked 'Freedom Convoy' donor list
February 24, 2022 17:33 - 8 minutesKelly speaks with Rick Parent, Retired Professor at the School of Criminology at Simon Fraser University, and author of Ethics and Canadian Law Enforcement.
The New York Times didn't make Wordle harder, even though it may feel that way
February 24, 2022 17:24 - 8 minutesKelly chats with Dave Andersen, Professor of computer science At Carnegie Mellon University in Pennsylvania.
The incredible story behind Randy Bachman's guitar that was lost for four decades
February 22, 2022 18:58 - 16 minutesKelly speaks to Randy Bachman, founder of The Guess Who, Bachman Turner Overdrive, and host of Vinyl Tap, which will air on Corus Entertainment rock stations across the country starting March 6 at 9 p.m.
Is the Emergencies Act necessary?
February 22, 2022 18:51 - 13 minutesKelly chats with criminal lawyer, Joseph Neuberger about the calls to arrest MPP Randy Hillier and the necessity of the Emergencies Act.
Feds scrapping pre-arrival COVID PCR test requirement for fully vaccinated travellers
February 16, 2022 16:59 - 9 minutesGuest host Alex Pierson speaks with Andrew D’Amours, Co-Founder of FlyTrippers.com, about updates to Canada's travel rules.
'He lost the confidence of the public': Expert on Ottawa Police Chief's resignation
February 16, 2022 16:14 - 10 minutesGuest host Alex Pierson speaks with Dr. Akwasi Owusu-Bempah, Sociology Professor at the University of Toronto. His work examines the intersections of race, crime and criminal justice, with a particular focus in the area of policing.
Pierre Poilievre favourite for CPC leadership
February 16, 2022 15:41 - 9 minutesGuest host Alex Pierson speaks with Philippe J. Fournier of 338 Canada, about polling that suggests Pierre Poilievre is leading as the favourite front-runner for CPC leadership.
Emergencies Act gives powers to banks to freeze protesters' bank accounts - but will they?
February 16, 2022 15:04 - 12 minutesGuest host Alex Pierson speaks with Dr. Stephanie Carvin, Associate Professor of International Affairs at Carleton University and Former National Security Analyst, about concerns with banks being able to freeze and halt funds under the Emergencies Act.
Emergencies Act: Civil liberties advocates concerned new measures will infringe our rights to protest
February 16, 2022 13:02 - 13 minutesGuest host Alex Pierson speaks with Ryan O’Connor, partner Zayouna Law in Toronto, about the Emergencies Act and its impact on civil liberties.
Why Ukrainians are feeling abandoned by the West
February 15, 2022 17:15 - 11 minutesGuest host Alex Pierson speaks with Marc Shwec, the chairman of the Stand with Ukraine Committee, Canada.
PM Trudeau invokes Emergencies Act to clear convoy protests - will it inflame their fight?
February 15, 2022 17:02 - 10 minutesGuest host Alex Pierson speaks with Dr. Chris Alcantara, Professor of Political Science and Graduate Chair at Western University, about PM Trudeau invoking the Emergencies Act.
"Care delayed is care denied": Expert on clearing Ontario's surgical backlog
February 15, 2022 16:41 - 11 minutesGuest host Alex Pierson speaks with Francesca Grosso, health policy advisor, Principal of Grosso McCarthy and author of "Navigating Canada’s Health Care - A user’s guide to getting the care you need", about clearing Ontario's surgical backlog.
Significant gaps, data at risk in government systems, says security committee
February 15, 2022 16:08 - 9 minutesGuest host Alex Pierson speaks with David Shipley, Cyber security expert and CEO of Beauceron Security.
How old is your dog in human years? New formula is more accurate than multiplying by 7
February 04, 2022 21:41 - 11 minutesKelly speaks to Trey Ideker, a professor at UC San Diego School of Medicine and Moores Cancer Center.
Convoy GoFundMe suspended, 'under review' after raising over $10M
February 03, 2022 17:42 - 8 minutesKelly speaks to Darryl Singer, Head of Commercial and Civil Litigation for Diamond and Diamond.
Toronto considers new tax for homeowners to help curb soaring house prices
February 03, 2022 15:14 - 10 minutesKelly chats with Kevin Crigger, President of the Toronto Regional Real Estate Board.
What are Garden Suites? Toronto city council votes to allow them on residential properties
February 03, 2022 12:02 - 10 minutesKelly talks to David Driedger, Senior Planner with the City of Toronto.
Scientists trying to crack mystery of COVID's impact on brain
February 02, 2022 20:35 - 10 minutesKelly speaks to Dr. Roger McIntyre, a professor of psychiatry and pharmacology at the University of Toronto.
How to play Wordle for free forever
February 02, 2022 20:20 - 8 minutesKelly chats to Aaron Rieke, a technologist who figured out a way to play Wordle for free forever (or at least until the words run out).
Ford government facing legal fight over online health card renewal for people with disabilities
February 01, 2022 17:36 - 11 minutesKelly speaks with David Lepofsky is a Toronto lawyer and chair of the Accessibility for Ontarians With Disabilities Act Alliance.
When self-care can't stave off exhaustion and burnout, try this instead
January 31, 2022 18:57 - 10 minutesKelly chats with Jamil Zaki, Professor at Stanford University and Author of The War for Kindness: Building Empathy in a Fractured World.
Almost one in five Canadian truckers is South Asian, but many don't feel they are fairly represented in the industry
January 31, 2022 18:44 - 10 minutesKelly speaks with Manan Gupta, publisher of Road Today magazine.
Why some unvaccinated Canadian travellers are still able to board a plane
January 28, 2022 17:31 - 7 minutesKelly chats with Marty Firestone, travel expert with Travel Secure Insurance.