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Dec 17, 2016•1 hr 20 min
Scott Radley Show
Scott Radley is a seasoned journalist, who has written a column for over 15 years in Hamilton. He will ask questions that you want answers to. He will bring an inquisitive mind and a unique perspective to daily news that will push the boundaries in order to make people think and to challenge the norm.
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The Ticats need a new DC, Planting trees on the highway of heroes and, A beer library
Orlaodo Steinauer is heading to Fresno State to be the defenseive coordinator. That means the Cats need to find a new person to lead the defense. Guest - Bubba O'Neil Now you can buy a tree that will be planted along the highway of heroes. One tree for every Canadian soldier lost in any conflict. Guest - Mark Cullen There's a vault for seeds so why not a similar project for protecting beer. Guest - Dr. Praveen Saxena
Dec 16, 2016•45 min
Is door-to-door mail delivery still alive? All you need to know about sledge hockey, And what were Canadians googling in 2016
It had appeared that the door-to-door mail debate had died but somehow it keeps rearing it's head. Kevin Rempel is one of the greatest to ever play sledge hockey and now he's retiring but that doesn't mean he's done with the game. Guest - Kevin Rempel Canadians, much like the rest of the world, take to the internet to figure out more about the topics of the year. What ended up on the top of the lists for canucks this year?
Dec 15, 2016•50 min
Is marijuana harmful? Meet the man behind a famous painting, And Penny Oleksiak is Canada's #1 athlete
Canadian doctors believe the age for legal marijuana smoking should be 25 but the government is considering 18. Why the difference in opinions? Guest - Dr. Hans Breiter In the Crease is a famous Canadian painting and now you can find out the goalie that was the subject of the famous work of art. Guest - Dennis Kemp The Lou Marsh award is given every year to Canada's top athlete and this year it's Olympic hero Penny Oleksiak. Guest - Bubba O'Neil
Dec 14, 2016•59 min
Will Hamilton ever get an NHL team?
That and more in the world of sports with Don Robertson from the Dundas Real McCoys.
Dec 13, 2016•31 min
It's Friday and that means the brightest panel in Hamilton radio reconvenes
This week the panel takes on bullying, the NHL in the Olympics, naming rights and much much more. Guest - Scot Urquhart Guest - Troy Smith
Dec 10, 2016•1 hr 9 min
Why do public sector employees make so much? Why is Hamilton a hotbed for filming? And remembering John Lennon
The numbers keep coming out to support the idea that public sector employees are better compensated than private sector. Why does this happen? When Hollywood needs to film a big city they often choose Hamilton. Why? Guest - Jonathan Matthews 26 years ago John Lennon was murdered, what kind of cultural impact has his death had, and what would have happened if he had survived? Guest - Jamie West
Dec 09, 2016•54 min
More proof that the public sector is where the money is at
Among the numbers, public sector employees retire two and a half years before private sector employees.
Dec 09, 2016•4 min
A police officer disciplined for saving a kitten, Hamilton will soon have a basketball team, And when is this city gonna host a Grey Cup?
A police officer found a sickly kitten in the house of a drug addict and brought it home with her to save it's life, yet she faces charges for it. How can this happen? The CBL will be setting up shop in Hamilton, why should people care? Guest - Butch Carter 2019 may be the year for Hamilton to host the CFL's big game, but can this city handle it? Guest - Rick Zamperin
Dec 08, 2016•53 min
Time to pony up even more money on flights, The Boston Red Sox are too good, And what makes a church successful?
You now have to start paying for putting bags in the overhead bin. Guest - Brett Snyder The Red Sox just traded for Chris Sale, added a bullpen arm and a first base bat, are the Jays in trouble now? Guest - Bubba O'Neil Many people assume that the more traditional a church is the older the members will be, is that true? Guest - Dr. David Haskell
Dec 07, 2016•52 min
Why is Edwin still unsigned? Is the NHL doing a good job with it's concussion protocol? And what sport is best on TV
These sports topics and more with Don Robertson.
Dec 06, 2016•33 min
Is Edwin Encarnacion asking for too much money?
The Jays slugger turned down an $80 million, 4 year offer from Toronto early in the offseason but now seems to be having trouble finding a home.
Dec 06, 2016•5 min
The brightest panel in Hamilton radio tackles the tough topics
Matt Holmes and Sue Prestidge join Scott to discuss a myriad of issues including the anger in politics, TFC's impact on Canadian soccer and government audit issues.
Dec 03, 2016•1 hr 20 min
The Badgerow verdict is in, Tiger Woods is back, and Christmas season is here
A historic fourth murder trial for Robert Badgerow has ended in a guilty verdict. Guest - Lisa Hepfner Tiger Woods is back after over a year away and it didn't go particularly well. Guest - Bubba O'Neil Boris Brott is coming back to Hamilton in the surest sign that Christmas is coming. Guest - Boris Brott
Dec 02, 2016•53 min
Hamilton has a new head of Economic Development, Should the CBC exist? And what are some of the dumbest pro sports team names?
Glen Norton has joined the city staff, what does he bring to the table? Guest - Glen Norton The CBC wants another $400 million from the government. Is it trying to squeeze out private companies? With the Vegas Golden Knights joining the NHL it's time to look back on some of the worst potential names for pro sports teams.
Nov 30, 2016•59 min
It was a perfect weekend on the field for Canadian football
But in the stands, not quite as much. Also, how can Hamilton produce more NHLers and where would you rank the sports teams in the Southern Ontario area. Guest - Don Robertson
Nov 29, 2016•35 min
The Friday Panel convenes to discuss, among other things, the insanity of city council
Guest - Brad Clark Guest - Mike Fortune
Nov 26, 2016•1 hr 14 min
Which woman should be on our money? Why do people believe fake news? And a couple big football games are this weekend
The list of potential women to be on Canadian money has been narrowed down to five and you may not recognize all of the nominees. Fake news has become more and more prevelant in our society, why do people believe it? Guest - Jim Poling The Vanier Cup is here in Hamilton and the Grey Cup is just down the road in Toronto. Both are suffering from ticket sales issues. Guest - Rick Zamperin
Nov 25, 2016•56 min
Is Melissa Tancredi retiring? A local man set a new world record, And the Vanier Cup is on Saturday
Melissa Tancredi has won two bronze medals at the Olympics but at 34 does she have another one in her? Guest - Melissa Tancredi Have ever dreamed about doing an Ironman marathon? How about set a world record? Guest - Lionel Sanders The Vanier Cup is coming up on Saturday, find out why you should be excited. Guest - Graham Brown
Nov 24, 2016•55 min
The Art Gallery is featuring an underrated Canadian artist, How healthy is soccer in Canada? And hockey in Vegas
With Toronto FC and Montreal Impact playing for the chance to go the MLS Cup is this the moment that soccer breaks through in Canada? Guest - John McGrane With the hockey team in Las Vegas finally named it's time to resurrect the debate about whether or not hockey will work in the desert. Guest - Ryan Christie
Nov 23, 2016•50 min
A Hamiltonian has won on the PGA Tour
MacKenzie Hughes finished off his first career victory this morning becoming the first Hamiltonian to win on the tour. Don and Scott talk about this and more on the Scott Radley Show
Nov 22, 2016•36 min
Is fart a bad word? Are kids obese? And a Hamiltonian is leading on the PGA Tour
Elizabeth May took exception to a conservative MP using the word fart during an impassioned speech. Everyone hears that kids these days are not as fit as they should be but how bad is it? Guest - Dr. Allana Leblanc Mackenzie Hughes is in his first PGA season and already he's getting some attention for his play. Guest - Mackenzie Hughes
Nov 18, 2016•53 min
Would you live in a luxury bunker? Meet the star of Hoosiers, And a new lottery in Hamilton has an interesting prize
A luxury bunker is being built to house the rich people of the world during any apocalypse scenario. Guest - Richie Whitt Hoosiers came out 30 years ago this week, meet the man who starred in that movie. Guest - Maris Valainis One of Hamilton's last remaining video stores is being sold, sort of. Guest - Mohammad Dirani
Nov 17, 2016•53 min
Do we need licenses for cats? Are there more dead sea scrolls? And who owns an engagement ring?
Every dog has a license in the city of Hamilton but cats don't. Should that chance? Guest - Sam Merulla Guest - Donna Skelly The dead sea scrolls are known the world over but is that all there is to find? Guest - Dr. Andrew Perrin A recent court case from BC has people debating who owns an engagement ring after it is given. Guest - Jamie West
Nov 16, 2016•1 hr
With Eric Lindros entering the HHOF how will he be remembered? How should we rate the Ticats season? And why aren't Don Cherry and Pat Burns hall of famers?
Don Robertson joins Scott to discuss all these topics and more.
Nov 15, 2016•34 min
Trump's win, new benches in Gore Park, furniture building woes, City of Hamilton spending and the CFL's Player Of The Year
Scott and the brightest panel in Hamilton radio discuss Trump's victory, new benches in Gore Park, building furniture, the city's overtime spending, and the CFL's finalists for Player Of The Year. Guests: CHML's Jen Watson and Jay McQueen
Nov 12, 2016•57 min
Are safe spaces out of control? Is the Memorial Cup coming to Hamilton? And was this election a boon for cartoonists?
Colleges today were setting up rooms for students who were traumatized by the election. Is this ridiculous? The Hamilton Bulldogs are one of three teams remaining in the bidding for the 100th Memorial Cup. How do their chances stack up against Regina and Oshawa? Guest - Steve Staios Donald Trump won the election and editorial cartoonists celebrated. Hear what the Hamliton Spectator's resident cartoonist has to say. Guest - Graeme Mackay
Nov 11, 2016•53 min
Recapping the US election, Is Hamilton a music city? And ranting about food
Donald Trump claimed a shocking victory last night in the US presidential election. Why did it happen? Hamilton has a vibrant and thriving arts scene but can it truly be called a music city? Guest - Tim Potocic Toblerone has announced that they are changing the iconic shape of their chocolate bar. What else in the food world can Scott find to complain about.
Nov 10, 2016•52 min
Is the CFL's system of playoffs broken?
The 7-11 Ticats are hosting a playoff game on Sunday against the 10-8 Eskimos, is that fair? Should the system be overhauled? That topic and more with Don Robertson.
Nov 08, 2016•33 min
The Brightest Panel in Hamilton Radio tackles a number of topics today
Among them are Remembrance Day, Mel Gibson and daylight savings time. Guests - Scott Urqhart, Mike Fortune
Nov 05, 2016•55 min
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