Hamilton Today with Scott Thompson
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LRT funding, carbon pricing and fitting in.
October 04, 2016 18:17 - 53 minutesHamilton will lose $1 billion in provincial cash promised for LRT if council decides they don’t want to the project, according to MPP Ted McMeekin. What are the Mayor's thoughts on this? Guest: Fred Eisenberger, Mayor, City of Hamilton. Debate continues to rage about the federally imposed carbon price. Prime Minister Trudeau has given the provinces until 2018 to adopt a carbon pricing scheme. How will carbon pricing affect the pocket book of everyday Canadians? Guest: Ian Lee. Sprott Schoo...
Poll says Canadians prefer that minorities “do more to fit in".
October 04, 2016 17:37 - 4 minutesA recent poll by Angus Reid says that Canadians prefer that minorities “do more to fit in” with mainstream Canada rather than encourage cultural diversity. Some Muslims in Toronto believe that this is a Canadian way of asking how do we get to know more about our neighbors. Guest: Raheel Raza, Muslim Canadian Journalist, Author, Public Speaker, Media Consultant, Anti-Racism Activist and Interfaith Discussion Leader.
How will carbon pricing hit the pocketbooks of Canadians?
October 04, 2016 16:54 - 5 minutesDebate continues to rage about the federally imposed carbon price. Prime Minister Trudeau has given the provinces until 2018 to adopt a carbon pricing scheme. How will carbon pricing affect the pocket book of everyday Canadians? Guest: Ian Lee. Sprott School of Business. Carleton University.
Mayor Fred Eisenberger on LRT funding.
October 04, 2016 16:43 - 14 minutesHamilton will lose $1 billion in provincial cash promised for LRt if council decides they don’t want to the project, according to MPP Ted McMeekin. What are the Mayor's thoughts on this? Guest: Fred Eisenberger, Mayor, City of Hamilton.
Emergency alerts, Trump's taxes and the latest on Brexit.
October 03, 2016 18:12 - 49 minutesA new emergency alert system that transmits messages to cellphones is in the works for Canada. It would be used for serious concerns such as dangerous storms and possible terror threats. Is this a good idea? Guest: Marc Choma, Vice President, Communications and Strategy for the Canadian Wireless Telecommunications Association. Trump’s campaign faces a big issue with the lea kof his taxes from a 1995 filing. The documents show that Trump used aggressive accounting tactics to claim a loss of ...
What's the latest on Brexit?
October 03, 2016 17:47 - 4 minutesThe Pound has dropped in value against the Euro after Prime Minister Theresa May set a deadline for Britain to exit the European Union. What is the latest on Brexit? Guest: Marvin Ryder. Business Professor, DeGroote School of Business, McMaster University.
Trump’s campaign faces trouble with the leak of his taxes from 1995.
October 03, 2016 16:54 - 4 minutesTrump’s campaign faces a big issue with the lea kof his taxes from a 1995 filing. The documents show that Trump used aggressive accounting tactics to claim a loss of &916m. This would be large enough to avoid paying taxes for years. Guest: Barry Kay, Political Science Professor, Wilfrid Laurier University.
Should your cell phone be part of an emergency alert system?
October 03, 2016 16:27 - 5 minutesA new emergency alert system that transmits messages to cellphones is in the works for Canada. It would be used for serious concerns such as dangerous storms and possible terror threats. Is this a good idea? Guest: Marc Choma, Vice President, Communications and Strategy for the Canadian Wireless Telecommunications Association.
LRT referendum, anti-endorsement and scalper bots.
September 30, 2016 18:38 - 56 minutesIs a referendum plausible for the Hamilton LRT debate? Guest: Nelson Wiseman. Professor of Political Science, University of Toronto. USA Today has issued its first endorsement in their history….rather anti-endorsement. The newspaper has a strict no endorsement policy but broke the decision. They critiqued nominee Donald Trump, saying he’s unfit. Do endorsements mean anything in the long run? Guest: Barry Kay, Political Science Professor at Wilfrid Laurier University. An Ontario MPP wants ...
An Ontario MPP wants to wants to outlaw “scalper bots”.
September 30, 2016 18:13 - 6 minutesAn Ontario MPP wants to wants to outlaw “scalper bots”, computer software that snatches tickets away from fans and concert goers before they even get the chance to purchase tickets. A recent example of these scalper bots getting tickets before anyone else was when the Tragically Hip tickets went on sale. Is there any tech already available that can beat these bots? Guest: Sophie Kiwala, MPP for Kingston and the Islands.
USA Today has issued their first anti-endorsement.
September 30, 2016 17:16 - 6 minutesUSA Today has issued its first endorsement in their history….rather anti-endorsement. The newspaper has a strict no endorsement policy but broke the decision. They critiqued nominee Donald Trump, saying he’s unfit. Do endorsements mean anything in the long run? Guest: Barry Kay, Political Science Professor at Wilfrid Laurier University.
Is a referendum plausible for the Hamilton LRT debate?
September 30, 2016 16:42 - 5 minutesIs a referendum plausible in regards to Hamilton’s LRT Debate? At what times are referendums useful? We’ve watched over in Britain how a referendum has led the country onto the path away from the European Union. Would an LRT referendum in Hamilton work out? Guest: Nelson Wiseman. Professor of Political Science, University of Toronto.
Hydro protest, oil shock, review for St. Joes and Danny Bhoy.
September 29, 2016 18:44 - 46 minutesAbout 200 people showed up at the rally at Hamilton City Hall yesterday to protest the Hydro prices. How did it go and what’s the next step? Guest: Sarah Warry – Poljanski , event organizer for yesterday’s protest against rising hydro prices. The Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries has reportedly agreed to cut crude oil production, and with that news, bring a possible shock at the pump. Guest: Dan McTeague. Former Liberal MP and Consumer Affairs Critic, Analyst, gasbuddy.com ...
Details from external review of St. Joseph's released.
September 29, 2016 17:25 - 9 minutesDetails from an external review of staff safety at St. Joseph’s Health care have been released. What was in the review?Guest: Dr. David Higgins, President, St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton.
OPEC cutting crude oil production, possible shock at pumps.
September 29, 2016 16:55 - 5 minutesThe Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries has reportedly agreed to cut crude oil production and with that news, bring a possible shock at the pump. Dan McTeague. Former Liberal MP and Consumer Affairs Critic, Analyst, gasbuddy.com
Protest of hydro rates at Hamilton City Hall.
September 29, 2016 16:41 - 5 minutesAbout 200 people showed up at the rally at Hamilton City Hall yesterday to protest the Hydro prices. How did it go and what’s the next step? Guest: Sarah Warry–Poljanski, event organizer for yesterday’s protest against rising hydro prices.
Police impersonators, Ontario Liberals and a new pipeline.
September 28, 2016 18:35 - 55 minutesAn incident on Friday has Hamilton police warning against police impersonators. What exactly happened and what should people keep an eye out for? Guest: Constable Steve Welton, Hamilton Police Services. A poll by Ipsos Reid shows that a majority of Ontarians believe the province is heading in the wrong direction, though there is still strong support for the Liberal government. Guest: Peter Graefe. Professor of Political Science, McMaster University. The federal government has approved of ...
Federal government approved Pacific Northwest LNG project in BC.
September 28, 2016 17:46 - 5 minutesThe federal government has approved of the Pacific Northwest LNG project in British Columbia. The $36 billion dollar project will process and transport liquefied gas for export to Asia. Guest: Ian Lee. Sprott School of Business. Carleton University.
Ontarians have mixed views of provincial Liberals.
September 28, 2016 16:53 - 5 minutesA poll by Ipsos Reid shows that a majority of Ontarians believe the province is heading in the wrong direction, though there is still strong support for the Liberal government. Guest: Peter Graefe. Professor of Political Science, McMaster University.
Hamilton police warning against police impersonators.
September 28, 2016 16:45 - 5 minutesAn incident on Friday has got Hamilton police warning against police impersonators. What exactly happened and what should people keep an eye out for? Guest: Constable Steve Welton, Hamilton Police Services.
What's the latest on Neil Bantleman?
September 27, 2016 19:02 - 12 minutesWhat's the latest on Neil Bantleman? Guest: Guy Bantleman, brother of Neil Bantleman.
Trump vs. Clinton and the Ontario energy flip-flop.
September 27, 2016 18:34 - 1 hourThe 1st of 3 Presidential debates was held last night. Hillary Clinton put Donald Trump onto the defensive over his temperament, refusal to release his tax records and his past comments on race and women. Guest: Elissa Freeman, Principal, Elissa PR Communications/ Columnist: Huffington Post, canada.com & PR Daily How did this debate hurt Clinton or Trump? Do debates truly influence the public? Guest: James Campbell, Distinguished Professor in Department of Political Science at the Uni...
Ontario getting rid of future green energy plans.
September 27, 2016 17:21 - 4 minutesThe Ontario government is saying it will be getting rid of future green energy plans to save almost $4 billion dollars. This is to help keep rates down for consumers. Is this a policy flip-flop?
Did the presidential debate go as predicted?
September 27, 2016 16:52 - 5 minutesElissa Freeman weighs in on the first presidential debate. Did it go as predicted? Guest: Elissa Freeman, Principal, Elissa PR Communications/ Columnist: Huffington Post, canada.com & PR Daily
Who won the first presidential debate?
September 27, 2016 16:46 - 3 minutesThe first of 3 Presidential debates was held last night. Hillary Clinton put Donald Trump onto the defensive over his temperament, refusal to release his tax records and his past comments on race and women. Who won the debate?
Tonight's presidential debate and combating racism.
September 26, 2016 18:27 - 58 minutesTrump vs Clinton – Tonight, the first of three debates between the two candidates takes place. What can we see? Guest: Tom Clark, Chief Political Correspondent, Global News. What do the candidates have to do to prepare for debates? What hurdles lie ahead for these candidates? Guest: Aaron Kall, Director of Debate at the University of Michigan and editor/co-author of "Debating The Donald". Guest: Bill Brioux. Blogger, TV Feeds My Family. he Government of Ontario is holding sessions ...
Ontario holding sessions to discuss racism and discrimination.
September 26, 2016 17:50 - 6 minutesThe Government of Ontario is holding sessions across the province to discuss how to combat systemic racism and discrimination. Tonight’s meeting will be here in Hamilton, where earlier this month there was a fire set at a local mosque and there was the 15 anniversary of the temple arson. Guest: Michael Coteau, Minister of Children and Youth Services.
What do the presidential candidates have to do to prepare for debates?
September 26, 2016 17:15 - 5 minutesWhat do the candidates have to do to prepare for debates? What hurdles lie ahead for these candidates? Guest: Aaron Kall, Director of Debate at the University of Michigan and editor/co-author of "Debating The Donald".
Trump vs Clinton tonight.
September 26, 2016 16:24 - 5 minutesTrump vs Clinton – Tonight, the first of three debates between the two candidates takes place. What can we see? Guest: Tom Clark, Chief Political Correspondent, Global News.
Safe places for classifieds, phone plans and foreign buyers tax.
September 23, 2016 18:46 - 46 minutesKingston Police have quietly began offering a safe space for residents to buy, sell and trade their items through classified ads. The items can range from small CDs to furniture. Is there a need for this? Does online selling need to have a safe space set up in a public place? Guest: Dave McCormack, Executive Vice President of Business Development, Investigative Solutions Network Inc Black market dealers have emerged in the tech field and they have figured out a way of getting Canadian cel...
Real estate associations in Ontario don't want a foreign buyers tax.
September 23, 2016 17:46 - 5 minutesReal estate associations in Ontario are urging the province to not impose a foreign buyers tax. What are the implications of imposing a tax like this? Guest: Conrad Zurini, RE/MAX agent.
Black market dealers figured out a way to get Canadian cellphone plans at half price.
September 23, 2016 17:21 - 6 minutesBlack market dealers have emerged in the tech field and they have figured out a way of getting Canadian cellphone plans at almost half the regular price in many provinces. Guest: Ian Lee. Sprott School of Business. Carleton University.
Kingston Police made safe spots for online trading.
September 23, 2016 16:45 - 5 minutesKingston Police have quietly began offering a safe space for residents to buy, sell and trade their items through classified ads. The items can range from small CDs to furniture. Is there a need for this? Does online selling need to have a safe space set up in a public place? Guest: Dave McCormack, Executive Vice President of Business Development, Investigative Solutions Network Inc.
Changing leaders, testing for drugs and marijuana dispensaries.
September 22, 2016 18:36 - 1 hourA poll by Mainstreet Research shows that the Liberals are trailing the Ontario PCs by 14 percentage points and that their best chance at retaining their majority government is if the leader Premier Kathleen Wynne resigns. Guest: Nour El-Kadri, Professor at the Telfer School of Management, University of Ottawa. How can the Ontario Liberal government save their image when there are so many Ontarians angry over various issues? Guest: Marc Gordon, marketer, expert, speaker. Companies are loo...
Is shutting down marijuana dispensaries a good use of resources?
September 22, 2016 18:13 - 6 minutesHamilton police say they’ve raided an illegal marijuana dispensary in Hess but the owner of the dispensary says that marijuana will mostlikely be legal by the time he sees trial and that this is a waste of resources. Guest: Clint Younge CEO of MMJ Canada.
Companies looking to make device to help police crackdown on drug using drivers.
September 22, 2016 17:45 - 5 minutesCompanies are looking at whether they can create a device that can help police crackdown on drivers who choose to do drugs before getting behind the wheel. How big of an issue is this here? Guest: Dan Malleck. Health Sciences Professor, Brock University. Author: Try to Control Yourself: The regulation of public drinking in post prohibition Ontario.
Do you want a new party or another leader exchange?
September 22, 2016 16:46 - 5 minutesA poll by Mainstreet Research shows that the Liberals are trailing the Ontario PCs by 14 percentage points and that their best chance at retaining their majority government is if the leader Premier Kathleen Wynne resigns. Guest: Nour El-Kadri, Professor at the Telfer School of Management, University of Ottawa.
Devil's Punch Bowl recovery, SIU investigation and Hinchcliffe.
September 21, 2016 18:12 - 48 minutesA man’s body is being recovered at the Devil’s Punch Bowl this morning. Emergency crews were called at 7:35am for reports of a person spotted at the base. What do we know so far? Guest: Rick Zamperin, Assistant Brand Director for AM900 CHML, News Anchor. How are rope rescues accomplished? Guest: Dan Kirvan, Regional Manager in Ontario for Raven Rescue. The SIU is investigating after two men were shot in the Annex in Toronto yesterday. The gunman was shot by a plain clothes Halton police...
James Hinchcliffe on Dancing With The Stars!
September 21, 2016 17:54 - 8 minutesHe’s gone from car racing to the paso doble. Oakville resident and Indy Car driver James Hinchcliffe has been a part of the new cast of Dancing with the Stars and survived his first elimination night. He joined us to talk about why he did the show and his experience so far. Guest: James Hinchcliffe, Indy Car driver and contestant on Dancing with the Stars.
The SIU is investigating after two men were shot in Toronto yesterday.
September 21, 2016 16:53 - 5 minutesThe SIU is investigating after two men were shot in the Annex in Toronto yesterday. The gunman was shot by a plain clothes Halton police officer who was ‘conducting surveillance in the area’. Guest: Ross McLean. Crime Specialist. Security Expert, Former Toronto Police Officer. rossmcleansecurity.com
A man’s body is being recovered at the Devil’s Punch Bowl.
September 21, 2016 16:32 - 5 minutesA man’s body is being recovered at the Devil’s Punch Bowl this morning. Emergency crews were called at 7:35am for reports of a person spotted at the base. What do we know so far? Guest: Rick Zamperin, Assistant Brand Director for AM900 CHML, News Anchor.
Muzzo getting sued, Skittles controversy and Scottish independence.
September 20, 2016 18:18 - 50 minutesThe Neville-Lake family is suing the Muzzo family after the crash that killed Daniel, Harrison, Milly and their grandfather. How often do victim's families sue the offender? Guest: Joseph Neuberger, Criminal Lawyer with Neuberger & Partners LLP. Donald Trump Jr is making waves again this week. He tweeted out an image of a bowl of skittles with the caption "If I told you three were poisoned, would you take any? That is our Syrian refugee problem.". You can find his tweet here:https://twitte...
Could there be a 2nd Scottish Independence referendum?
September 20, 2016 17:45 - 6 minutesCould there be a 2nd Scottish Independence referendum? Nationalists are reviving the idea of another. Does Brexit play a role in this? Guest: Paul Hamilton, Associate Professor of Comparative Politics in the Department of Political Science, Brock University.
Donald Trump Jr making waves with Skittles tweet.
September 20, 2016 17:18 - 5 minutesDonald Trump Jr is making waves again this week. He tweeted out an image of a bowl of skittles with the caption "If I told you three were poisoned, would you take any? That is our Syrian refugee problem". You can find his tweet here: https://twitter.com/DonaldJTrumpJr/status/778016283342307328 Guest: Barry Kay, political science professor at Wilfrid Laurier University.
Neville-Lakes sue Marco Muzzo.
September 20, 2016 16:36 - 5 minutesThe Neville-Lake family is suing the Muzzo family after the crash that killed Daniel, Harrison, Milly and their grandfather. How often do victim's families sue the offender? Guest: Joseph Neuberger, Criminal Lawyer with Neuberger & Partners LLP.
Manhattan and New Jersey Bombings and their political ramifications.
September 19, 2016 18:19 - 51 minutesOver the weekend, 29 people were injured in a bombing in New York. This morning, 5 more bombs were found. What do we know so far? Guest: Aarti Pole, Washington Correspondent for Global National. The citizen whom police are looking for is a naturalized Afghanistan citizen with an address in New Jersey. Guest: David Harris, Insignis Strategic Group. Terrorism expert. A Toronto lawyer was in the area when the explosion in the neighborhood of Chelsea occurred. What was the atmosphere like and...
Will the poll numbers for Donald Trump skyrocket due to the bombings?
September 19, 2016 17:49 - 6 minutesWith what has happened over the weekend in New York and New Jersey, will this cause the poll numbers for Donald Trump to skyrocket? Guest: Michael Diamond, Conservative, Political Pundit.
What was the atmosphere in Chelsea like after the explosion?
September 19, 2016 17:16 - 6 minutesA Toronto lawyer was in the area when the explosion in the neighborhood of Chelsea occurred. What was the atmosphere like and what did he see? Guest: Ari Goldkind, Toronto Lawyer in area when blast occurred.
Weekend bombing in New York, 5 more bombs found.
September 19, 2016 16:36 - 5 minutesOver the weekend, 29 people were injured in a bombing in New York. This morning, 5 more bombs were found. What do we know so far? Guest: Aarti Pole, Washington Correspondent for Global National.
Hydro rebate, Patrick Brown responds and Liberals petitioning against themselves.
September 16, 2016 18:36 - 47 minutesThis week, the Ontario government announced that it would provide relief for consumers in Ontario by removing the HST tax off of hydro bills. What are the details? Guest: Glenn Thibeault, Minister of Energy, Ontario Government. The Ontario PC Party is not impressed with the hydro rates in the province. Patrick Brown discussed politics going forward, as well as the lawsuit on the sale of Hydro One, and campaign financing. Guest: Patrick Brown, leader of the Ontario PC Party. The Onta...