We've been seeing province after province voting for parties other than Liberal. Why are they doing this and could it all be traced back to Justin Trudeau and the federal Liberals? Guest: Tim Harper, Political Columnist at The Toronto Star - You've probably heard about the Dead Sea and how you can float on the water because of the amount of salt in the water. Did you know there are actual benefits to doing it and you can do it here in Hamilton? Scott talks to the owner of Zee Float, to find out ...
Apr 25, 2019•49 min
Despite an increase in the talks about mental health and how our interactions affect others, reports are showing an increase in the number of bullying cases. Why is this happening and is there something we can do to fix this number? Guest: Kathleen Hilchey, anti-bullying expert & conflict coach - We all have a game show we love watching and for some people, that show is Jeopardy. We all know that you've got to be extremely smart to be on the show but what actually goes into the auditioning p...
Apr 24, 2019•38 min
Following the death of Tony Musitano, Scott speaks to award-winning crime writer James Dubro to find out more about Tony’s life and his role in the Canada’s mob history. - Why has church attendance dropped over the past decades? Scott talks with David Haskell about the phenomenon, and why it is happening. Guest: David Haskell, Associate Professor, Digital Media and Journalism/Religion and Culture, Wilfrid Laurier University. - Is the 'Drake Curse' real? Bubba O’Neil, sports anchor at CHCH, joins...
Apr 19, 2019•49 min
We have heard that the judicial inquiry into the Red Hill Parkway could cost over $7 million and may take longer than a year. Why is this, is there a more efficient way to go about things? Scott voices his concerns, and opens the phones to hear what other Hamiltonians have to say. - Time to talk chocolate – Scott is joined by Lena Almaida of Chocolats Favoris, to discuss the history and future of chocolate, and what chocolate lovers will want to know before the Easter weekend. And she brought sa...
Apr 18, 2019•52 min
A new stem cell has been discovered by researchers at McMaster University. It's being called the 'kingpin' of stem cells but just what are they really and how will this discovery influence the diagnosis and treatment of cancer? How long will it be before we see the impact of this discovery? Years? Decades? Guest: Dr. Mick Bhatia, Director of McMaster University's Stem Cell and Cancer Research Institute - People often search for advice before they get married and Bob Maguire is no different. What...
Apr 17, 2019•50 min
France's Notre Dame Cathedral is going up in flames. Despite the fact that we won't be able to perfectly recreate the historical building, it wouldn't be the first time it's had a major rebuild. Should it be rebuilt once again? Why was the Cathedral built in the first place and what kind of significance does it hold for the French people? Guest: Dr. David Bell, Historian of France at Princeton University - A report is saying that box office numbers have been on the decline this year compared to ...
Apr 16, 2019•1 hr 8 min
It’s time for the Brightest Conversation in Hamilton in the newest podcast of the Scott Radley Show! Tonight’s special guest is Neil Lumsden – Former Athletics Director of Brock Sports, Member of the Canadian Football Hall of Fame, and competitor on ‘The Amazing Race Canada,’ and much more. Tonight, he and Scott are ready to tackle the news of the week, except for Ontario’s budget – they promise they will do their best to take a break from that topic. Guest: Neil Lumsden, Former Athletics Direct...
Apr 13, 2019•1 hr 1 min
The first time Scott was ever on radio, he was on a panel with Neil Lumsden. Unfortunately for everyone, there was a third member of the panel who revealed he was prone to using horrendous language. Neil Lumsden is Scott's guest on the newest podcast and in this bonus segment, he and Scott reminisce about that occasion and the fallout from it. Guest: Neil Lumsden
Apr 13, 2019•8 min
Yesterday, Mayor Fred Eisenberger announced the creation of the Order of Hamilton, which would be awarded to the everyday people who make a difference in the community. Scott welcomes the Mayor to the show, to explain what he envisions and how it would be handled. Guest: Mayor Fred Eisenberger - Marvin Ryder joins Scott to go over the good, the bad and the distracting parts of the 2019 Ontario budget. Did we get what we should have expected from Doug Ford’s government? How will Hamilton be affec...
Apr 12, 2019•51 min
Scott has three stories from around the world. Each one is bizarre, some might be nightmare fuel, but only one will be crowned the Story of the Week! Which one will earn that title?
Apr 12, 2019•8 min
Susan Clairmont joins Scott to discuss the emotionally intense story which she co-wrote for the Hamilton Spectator with Nicole O'Reilly: ‘Dying words: the arson killings of Carla and Alan Rutherford’. Guest: Susan Clairmont, Crime, court and social justice columnist with the Hamilton Spectator - The 75th anniversary of D-Day is this June, and there are commemorative events happening in Hamilton in honour of the anniversary. Tomorrow students across Hamilton will start learning more about what ha...
Apr 11, 2019•51 min
A study about the ability of certain dogs being able to smell cancer in humans is currently being done. How true is this and are the results reliable? How are medical professionals reacting to this news? Guest: Heather Junqueira, Head Researcher at BioScentDx - Several reports are saying a new license plate motto has been decided on. What's the new motto and is it related to a song the Ontario government released a while back? Scott opens the phone lines and wants your thoughts on this. - The Ma...
Apr 10, 2019•47 min
Allan Cup Hockey League owners Don Robertson (Dundas Real McCoys) and Jason Daleo (Hamilton Steelhawks) make the announcement and give details regarding the 2020 Allan Cup, which will be played in Dundas and Hamilton. It'll be the first time two markets have co-hosted since the Allan Cup was introduced in 1909.
Apr 09, 2019•19 min
Despite assistance from the government that's helped out other areas, house prices in Hamilton are still skyrocketing. Why is this happening and is there anything that can be done about it? Guest: Rob Golfi, Hamilton Real Estate Agent - Ontario's government is saying a new logo will cost the province close to $90,000. For around $10 each, the Canadian Taxpayers Federation turned to the internet and had 8 new logos for Ontario created and you can vote online for which one you like. How and why wa...
Apr 09, 2019•1 hr 10 min
It’s time for the Brightest Conversation in Hamilton on the Scott Radley Show - Mike Fortune joins Scott in the studio, ready to take on the tough topics of the week as well as some of the strangest stories from the news. Guest: Mike Fortune, of Cable 14
Apr 06, 2019•1 hr
Are mandatory math tests for all teachers in Ontario a good idea? Scott Radley talks to Mary Reid, of the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education, to find out if this is a productive route to take. And why are EQUA scores down? Guest: Mary Reid, Assistant Professor with the University of Toronto , Elementary Coordinator in the Master of Teaching Program at the Ontario institute for Education Studies - Scott reads the strange rules a new mother must follow in the maternity ward of a North Caro...
Apr 05, 2019•37 min
Hamilton City Council voted to declare climate change an emergency. Some suggest that this is merely a symbolic move; others say this will become an ever-present factor in decisions made by the city. Councillor John-Paul Danko joins the podcast to explain what it means for the city. Guest: John-Paul Danko, Ward 8 councilor - What are the dangers of self-driving cars? How easily can they be hacked? Scott Radley talks with Professor Krzysztof Czarnecki to find out more. Guest: Professor Krzysztof ...
Apr 04, 2019•50 min
Scott has three strange stories from around the world. Which is the best? Listen and find out!
Apr 04, 2019•7 min
The Around the Bay Road Race celebrated its 125th anniversary yesterday. One of the people who ran the race did it in a less than conventional manner, she ran the whole thing backwards! What goes into retrorunning? Guest: Kat Clewley, Around the Bay Road Race Retrorunner - The Ontario government is suggesting a change be made to the license plates on cars. The motto "Yours to Discover" might be on the way out so what should replace it? Even more important, why are we even changing this to begin ...
Apr 02, 2019•1 hr 6 min
It’s time for the Brightest Conversation in Hamilton! Loren Lieberman is in the studio with Scott, ready to take on the top stories of this very busy week – including today’s breaking SNC-Lavlain news of Jody Wilson-Raybould’s recording Michael Wernick, Hamilton’s LRT, Robert Badgerow’s murder appeal and more. Guest: Loren Lieberman of Cable 14
Mar 30, 2019•1 hr 8 min
How well have Canadians planned for their financial future? How many Canadians have adequate savings? Scott is joined by Andy Lyster to talk about the statistics in the U.S. and here at home, and how to start saving for retirement. Catch Andy Lyster on Planning Your Financial Future , Saturday mornings at 8:00 on 900 CHML. Guest: Andy Lyster, of IG Private Wealth Management - Tomorrow is the start of baseball season and Scott is joined by Bubba O’Neil, to find out – and debate – what to expect. ...
Mar 28, 2019•44 min
McMaster University announced a new continuing education program called The Science of Cannabis. Dr. James MacKillop of McMaster University joins Scott to provide some insight into the program. Guest: Dr. James MacKillop. Peter Boris Chair in Addictions Research. Director of the Peter Boris Centre For Addictions Research. Co-director of the Michael D. DeGroote Centre for Medicinal Cannabis Research. - Is your phone listening to you? Have you ever had a conversation with someone and then noticed ...
Mar 27, 2019•48 min
Police departments have been catching people speeding at higher and higher speeds. One person was even caught going 254km/h on a public road. With drivers of all skill levels and vehicles of all kinds, why are people speeding at increasingly higher speeds? Guest: Sergeant Kerry Schmidt, OPP Media Relations Officer - Incredibly absurd stories revolving around sexual abuse of children have come about rather recently. A lawyer representing the Kenora Children's Aid Society said 14 and 15-year-old g...
Mar 26, 2019•1 hr 4 min
Scott Radley welcomes Jay McQueen back to the podcast to tackle the news of the week – and the breaking news of the day – in the Brightest Conversation in Hamilton. Guest: Jay McQueen, weather reporter with 900 CHML Global News Radio
Mar 23, 2019•59 min
Jay McQueen and Scott check out how many city employees in Hamilton are on the sunshine list, and how much they are earning. Some of the numbers might leave you speechless but Scott and Jay have some things to say! Want to hear more of the Brightest Conversation in Hamilton? Check out the latest podcast of the Scott Radley Show. Guest: Jay McQueen, 900 CHML Weather Reporter
Mar 23, 2019•12 min
What happens if Hamilton’s LRT project runs over a billion dollars? There is a serious concern that portions of Hamilton’s lines will be cut to save cost. Metrolinx already scrapped part of the Hurontario LRT this week for the same reason. But if we portions are scrapped in Hamilton, will the LRT’s future be called into question once again? Councillor Terry Whitehead has said he will rescind support if the system if it does not reach Eastgate Mall. Scott talks with Councillor Whitehead to get mo...
Mar 22, 2019•46 min
Scott plays the 'Florida Man Birthday Game' with his audience and his producer, Will. How does it work? Type "Florida Man" and your birthday into a search engine and find the strange and sometimes frightening news items which match up with your birthday. Check out some the headlines Scott discovers.
Mar 22, 2019•8 min
On Monday a group of Hamilton high schoolers averted disaster by bringing their school bus safely to a stop after a medical emergency caused the driver to collapse. Aidan Gilmore, who took the wheel when the incident occurred, shares his story with Scott. Guest: Adam Gilmore - This August in Watkins Glen, New York will be home to Woodstock 50. But Scott wonders if we need another Woodstock. And was the original as great as people remember? Music Historian Alan Cross joins the conversation. Guest...
Mar 21, 2019•43 min
Are you a fan of hot sauce? Do you want a truly unpleasant experience with your meal? Scott has the sauce for you! But he is not recommending anyone try it.
Mar 21, 2019•8 min
The federal government announced it's budget today. What will be included in this budget and who will it help or hinder? Guest: Marvin Ryder, Professor of Marketing at the DeGroote School of Business - Talks about a movie studio being built in Hamilton are underway. Is this something Hamilton needs or even wants? What will it cost us? Guest: Jason Farr, Ward 2 Councillor - They're introducing a new feature to the Canadian Open. Tickets to the golf tournament will also serve as tickets to a conce...
Mar 20, 2019•50 min
