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The Jim Richards Show

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Jim Richards provides everything you need to know on your way home, making the brutal GTA commute seem shorter. Jim brings a unique perspective to the day’s events to keep you informed and entertained.

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Latest Episodes

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GUESTS: Karen Stintz - Former Toronto City Councillor & TTC Chair and a political commentator

Joe Mihevc - Former Toronto City Councillor ... more

Why is Donald Trump threatening Canada with new tariffs? Is Jim a busy body for opening boxes accidentally sent to his house without realizing it?

GUESTS: Marit Stiles - leader of the Ontario NDP

Jamie Stephen - Managing Director at TorchLight, a... more

Deb Hutton, John Moore and Jerry Agar join Jim.

Guest : Emma Reid from Sleep Country Canada

John Moore joins Jim

GUESTS: Sunira Chaudhri - employment lawyer at Workly Law

Marc-André Gauthier - Director of Communications with Teamsters Canada

Heather Quilty - a program manager for clinical learning at VetStrategy

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Recent Guests

Lucas Meyer
Former journalist and Director of Media Insights at Enterprise Canada
Enterprise Canada
Episode: The Munici-Pals panel looks at the week in Toronto politics
Jamie Stephen
Managing Director of TorchLight
TorchLight
Episode: It's still smoky out there, folks.
Emma Reid
Sleep Country Canada representative introduced as part of the Sleep Country promotion
Sleep Country Canada
Episode: Celebrate Christmas in July with NEWSTALK 1010, as we support The 60th Annual CP24 CHUM Christmas Wish
Victoria Maddiash
News anchor
CTV / CP24
Episode: Christmas in July with CP24 CHUM Christmas Wish
Marc-André Gauthier
Director of Communications
Teamsters Canada
Episode: Christmas in July with CP24 CHUM Christmas Wish
Heather Quilty
Program Manager for Clinical Learning
VetStrategy
Episode: Christmas in July with CP24 CHUM Christmas Wish
Kevin Jiang
Toronto Star science and life reporter
Toronto Star
Episode: How bad is the air quality out there in Toronto right now?
Mark Bendelson
Reporter/analyst guest
Episode: How bad is the air quality out there in Toronto right now?
Dr Mitch
Health effects expert
Health/Medical expert
Episode: How bad is the air quality out there in Toronto right now?

Host

Jim Richards
Host known for providing commentary on day's events with humor and a practical take on policy and urban life.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 115 ratings
  • Great show

    Good stuff, I appreciate the show. Thanks!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MichaelManiaci
    Canada3 years ago
  • Jim Richards for mayor

    Great to hear you on line. Funny stuff.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    all good names were taken guy
    Canada3 years ago
  • Kal

    Bring back Tony Tedesco!!! I listened religiously to the show when he was on!

    Also Natasha Vinik make my blood boil with her fake annoying laugh! I turn my radio off every time she is on!

    Who laughs like that for god’s sake?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    K or Nay
    Canada4 years ago
  • The Dream Team of David and Tony 5

    This show is amazing, I believe David fills in for Jim but if Jim ever decides to move on, it should be give to these two! I mix of serious discussion, interviews and then surreal with his foreign correspondent. Always entertaining, sometimes irrational but always hilarious!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BigDog1701
    United Kingdom5 years ago
  • Long Live The Showgram

    Wish I could listen live more often, but still glad I can get my Jim fix. David Copper isn’t too bad either.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Clarke Crowsfoot
    Canada5 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners appreciate the mix of policy and local Toronto/regional content.
Gives a practical take on current events that's easy to follow during a commute.
Hosts are engaging and provide a good balance of seriousness and humor, though some callers find moments polarizing or offbeat.

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What's the last law you broke?
Q: What is the last law that you broke?
Listeners share a range of acts they've bent or broken, from streaming illegal broadcasts to littering or public display infractions, with some arguing the cost-benefit analysis justifies the risk.
Is more police the answer after the Salsa on St. Clair shooting?
Q: What are you either doing or recommending? Are you a part of that sort of stuff?
He clarifies that he is not formally engaged with Salsa on St. Clair in this instance, but would assess the event by state of affairs, threat profiles, and potential adjustments to safety planning or venue choice.
Is more police the answer after the Salsa on St. Clair shooting?
Q: How does this work in terms insurance and what role do you play?
Adelman explains insurance considerations hinge on threat assessment, planning with organizers, and sometimes advocating for alternative approaches if the risk is deemed too high, emphasizing proactive engagement rather than reactive measures.
Is more police the answer after the Salsa on St. Clair shooting?
Q: But what other stuff would an event safety lawyer do?
Steven Adelman describes risk management tasks across venues, from risk assessments, crime data review, and threat profiling to coordinating with organizers, stakeholders, and insurers to design safer event plans.
It's still smoky out there, folks.
Q: How does Ontario compare to Nordic countries in terms of using forest resources to heat and power cities?
Nordic models show high reliance on wood-based energy to heat cities, which supports proactive forest management and reduces wildfire risks; Ontario could pursue similar energy-market structures to enable more active forest management.

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A fast-paced, talk-radio style show that blends current affairs, politics, and local Toronto-area topics with listener calls and expert guests. Episodes frequently cover Canadian policy, infrastructure, city life, and timely issues like online safety, travel, and mega-events, interleaving interviews with on-the-ground reporting and practical angles for everyday listeners. Noteworthy are the cross-border perspectives, heavy focus on municipal and provincial governance, and a balance of policy analysis with everyday practicality and humor that keeps the material engaging for commuters and politically curious audiences alike.

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1. The Deb Hutton Show
2. The Jerry Agar Show
3. The Ben Mulroney Show
4. Moore in the Morning
5. The Vassy Kapelos Show

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Recent guests on The Jim Richards Show include:

1. Lucas Meyer
2. Jamie Stephen
3. Emma Reid
4. Victoria Maddiash
5. Marc-André Gauthier
6. Heather Quilty
7. Kevin Jiang
8. Mark Bendelson

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