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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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Bryan Gast is VP of Investigative Services at Équité Association

Raphaël Melançon, a political analyst for CJAD 800 and CTV Montreal and a columnist for the Montreal Gazette. He is also the president and founder of Trafalgar Strategies

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.

Tech analyst and journalist Carmi Levy can be heard regularly on Montreal Now with Aaron Rand as well as CTV News.

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Bernard Drainville
Former Education and Environment Minister and CAQ Leadership Hopeful
Coalition Avenir Québec
Episode: CAQ leadership hopeful Bernard Drainville on Bill 96: “It’s not an attack on your rights”
Steve Burgess
Author of 'Cheapskate in Lotusland'
Episode: How to live well on a budget, according to one author
David Nunes
Spokesperson for the Canada Revenue Agency
Canada Revenue Agency
Episode: Are you entitled to some of the CRA’s $2 billion in uncashed checks?
Alan D'Souza
Mayor of the borough of Saint Laurent and the city's point person on roads
Episode: This Montreal garage is overwhelmed with damaged cars due to potholes
Raphaël Gani
Assistant Professor at the University of Laval
University of Laval
Episode: Quebecers less likely to support anglo rights if they fear the decline of French, study shows
Paul St-Pierre Plamondon
Quebec politician and leader of the Parti Québécois
Parti Québécois
Episode: Heurtel: Paul St-Pierre Plamondon is definitely looking for a nemesis
Annie Boilard
President of Reseau Annie RH, an HR specialty firm
Reseau Annie RH
Episode: What happens if you get laid off while on maternity leave?
Celia Johnson
Individual sharing her personal experience with maternity leave and job loss
Episode: What happens if you get laid off while on maternity leave?
Mitchell Brownstein
Former mayor of Cote St. Luke, current board member of United Against Hate Canada
United Against Hate Canada
Episode: Advocacy group wants Montreal to speed up implementation of police body cameras

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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.
Listeners appreciate the focus on specific topics, allowing them to choose what interests them personally.
The engaging blend of humor and serious analysis makes it a listener favorite for current events in Montreal.

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Mennie: CAQs Quebec - Where laws are written on cocktail napkins with pencils with large erasers
Q: What are we referring to specifically here?
We're talking about how laws are being hastily crafted without proper consideration, leading to chaos particularly in the medical system.
One American living in Montreal talks about what it’s like to see his country in disarray
Q: What are some things individuals can do regarding the U.S. situation?
Canada can end the Safe Third Country Agreement and Canadian institutions should stop funding democratic erosion in the U.S.
One American living in Montreal talks about what it’s like to see his country in disarray
Q: What is it like being an American in Canada right now?
It feels like standing on my neighbor's lawn, watching my house burn down due to the actions of the Trump administration.
CAQ leadership hopeful Bernard Drainville on Bill 96: “It’s not an attack on your rights”
Q: If you were to lose the leadership race, what's next for you?
The intention is to run again within the CAQ, as I believe the party is needed in Quebec.
CAQ leadership hopeful Bernard Drainville on Bill 96: “It’s not an attack on your rights”
Q: Would you then go back on the situation with raising out-of-town tuition for foreign students coming to English universities?
No, that is not my position at this point. The intention was to slow down the growing influence of the English-speaking community.

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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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2. Steve Burgess
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4. Alan D'Souza
5. Raphaël Gani
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