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Aaron Rand gets Montrealers through the end their work day with the latest news and compelling conversation. The show includes analysis from former NDP leader Tom Mulcair and The Montreal Gazette’s James Mennie. Also expect a laugh or a challenge with the Empire Gold News Quiz!

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Scott Reid, CTV Political Analyst and former advisor to Prime Minister Paul Martin

Fatma Chouikha, a Montreal-based content creator and a driving school manager

Political commentator James Mennie is a reporter, columnist and editor at the Montreal Gazette. He can be heard weekdays at 4:05 p.m. on Montreal Now with Aaron Rand.

Vincent Paquin, Assistant Professor in McGill’s Department of Psychiatry and psychiatrist at the Jewish General Hospital

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Mathieu Lavigne
Analytic Lead at the Media Ecosystem Observatory
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Episode: Why are conspiracy theories spreading like wildfire across Canada?
David Heurtel
Former Provincial Minister and current political analyst
Episode: Heurtel: The only person that does know why we’re doing this is Donald Trump
Harvey Bienenstock
CPA and tax expert
Episode: MONTREAL NOW PODCAST: Canadian long-track Olympic speed skater is sounding the alarm over lack of funding, an accountant tells you what you need to know for tax season, affordable cars in 2026, & the threat of a referendum has cost us $100 million, according to the Quebec Finance Minister
Charbel Hannan
Son of the bakery owner involved in language law issues.
Lahmajoune Villeray
Episode: This family-run Villeray bakery was the latest target of Quebec's French language police
Laurent Dubreuil
Canadian amateur athlete and bronze medalist at the Winter Olympics
Episode: 'The budgets are so lean': Canadian Olympic Committee stresses importance of sports funding
Dr. Arsène-Joseph Basmadjian
Cardiologist at the Montreal Heart Institute and advisor with the Quebec Federation of Medical Specialists.
Montreal Heart Institute
Episode: Medical specialists are ramping up pressure tactics as negotiations with Quebec stall
Gina Patone
Homeschooling mother and representative for the Quebec Homeschooling Association
Quebec Homeschooling Association
Episode: Why are parents increasingly turning to homeschooling since the pandemic?
Mélanie Joly
Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry
Government of Canada
Episode: MONTREAL NOW PODCAST: Industry minister Mélanie Joly on Canada’s new defence industrial strategy, why it’s important to eat with your kids at the dinner table, this self-described “random unathletic person” is trying all the Olympic winter sports, & Montreal Mayor Soraya Martinez Ferrada looks back on 100 days in office
Natalie Boll
CEO and founder of Tribela
Tribela
Episode: Vancouver mom launches new social media app in response to daughter being bullied on other platforms

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Aaron Rand
Host of the show, known for leading discussions on current news and analysis with notable guests.
Tom Whelan
Frequent co-host and contributor, providing political analysis and insights alongside Aaron Rand.

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4.5 out of 5 stars from 14 ratings
  • Topic-based episodes are helpful

    Newer listener and I’m assuming I’m skewing younger within the typical listener demographics.

    I’m enjoying the podcast so far, especially that each episode is focused on specific topics vs a longer episode covering many things. This does clutter up my podcast feed a bit but I like that I can pick and choose the topics that I’m interested in. I appreciate having an English source of current news within Montreal that I don’t need to use tools to translate.

    I gave 3 stars because the hosts seem... more

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Some feedback mentions challenges with audio quality and hosts occasionally interrupting guests, impacting the flow of conversation.
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The engaging blend of humor and serious analysis makes it a listener favorite for current events in Montreal.

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This family-run Villeray bakery was the latest target of Quebec's French language police
Q: What did the letter say?
Charbel explains that the letter reminded them about the language law in Quebec and encouraged them to prioritize French in their public communications.
This family-run Villeray bakery was the latest target of Quebec's French language police
Q: Tell everybody the story of what happened.
Charbel describes how they received a letter from the OQLF about their TikTok videos in English and the need to better comply with French language laws.
MONTREAL NOW PODCAST: Canadian long-track Olympic speed skater is sounding the alarm over lack of funding, an accountant tells you what you need to know for tax season, affordable cars in 2026, & the threat of a referendum has cost us $100 million, according to the Quebec Finance Minister
Q: What brought this up for you to write about the funding for athletes?
The timing was perfect given the recent Olympic results, and I wanted to help the next generation by addressing the funding issue.
Heurtel: The only person that does know why we’re doing this is Donald Trump
Q: Do you think in a month from now we'll still be talking about this story?
Yes, there's going to be fallout, there's going to be consequences.
Why are conspiracy theories spreading like wildfire across Canada?
Q: What advice do you have for people to recognize misinformation?
People should pay attention to the sources of their information and look for credible news beyond social media.

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Listeners can expect a mix of current affairs and engaging discussions primarily surrounding politics, local news, and social issues impacting Montreal. The show features notable commentary on the Quebec Liberal Party's scandals, the intricacies of local governance, and broader political themes, with insights from seasoned guests such as journalists and political analysts. Unique to this show is the blend of serious discussions with lighter moments, like the Empire Gold News Quiz, making it not just informative but also entertaining, which is an appealing combination for audiences looking for both news and humor.

Overall, the episodes reflect a commitment to timely news analysis while addressing the concerns of Montreal residents, making i... more

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1. Mathieu Lavigne
2. David Heurtel
3. Harvey Bienenstock
4. Charbel Hannan
5. Laurent Dubreuil
6. Dr. Arsène-Joseph Basmadjian
7. Gina Patone
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