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The Craig Needles Podcast

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London
Housing Crisis
Ontario
Cost Of Living
Supervised Consumption Sites
Mental Health
Family Medicine
London Police Service
Healthcare System
Systemic Racism
United Way
Canada
Hamilton Road
Covid-19
Interest Rates
Temporary Foreign Worker Program
Education
Thames Valley School Board
Jagmeet Singh
London Health Sciences Centre

Longtime London, Ontario media personality Craig Needles talks about the biggest stories in the Forest City with local newsmakers and commentators.

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Latest Episodes

Friday Round Table!

Craig was joined at the Covent Garden Market studio by former city councillor Cheryl Miller, political insider Devin Munro and former Green Party candidate Carol Dyck.

They discuss councillors in London getting a raise - and sev... more

A massive rights violation at Maplehurst Correctional Complex in the GTA has resulted in three men who stood accused of murder having their cases thrown out - due to the, as the judge said, torturous conditions at the facility.

Will this continue at... more

It's the Friday Round Table!

Craig was joined by a panel of community advocate Jeremy McCall, former NDP candidate Shawna Lewkowitz, and Blackburn Media news manager Scott Kitching.

First, a quick discussion about Donald Trump saying he's cutting o... more

It's been another banner week at the Thames Valley District School Board.

One former executive (Linda Nicholls) was arrested by London Police for alleged mail theft. Meantime, former general counsel Ali Chahbar has officially left the board after go... more

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Dorothy Downs
Executive Director of the Forest City Film Festival
Forest City Film Festival
Episode: Episode 413: Go check out the Forest City Film Festival!
Dr. Brendon Samuels
Environmental expert with prior appearances on the podcast, focusing on animal and bird-related issues
Episode: Episode 411: Environment vs. housing - how does London grow?
Jared Zaifman
CEO of the London Home Builders Association
London Home Builders Association
Episode: Episode 411: Environment vs. housing - how does London grow?
Detective Gary Bezaire
Detective in the Human Trafficking Unit of London Police
London Police Service
Episode: Episode 410: Det. Gary Bezaire on what's changed at London Police
Jennifer Dunn
Executive Director of the London Abused Women's Centre
London Abused Women's Centre
Episode: Episode 408: Reform after the Hockey Canada verdict
Rhys Mendes
Deputy Governor at the Bank of Canada
Bank of Canada
Episode: Episode 407: Bank of Canada Deputy Governor Rhys Mendes
Ysni Semsedini
CEO of London Hydro
London Hydro
Episode: Episode 401: London Hydro CEO Ysni Semsedini on the grid and the future
Kelly Ziegner
Chief Executive Officer of the Elgin-Middlesex United Way
Elgin-Middlesex United Way
Episode: Episode 397: United Way pushes for more affordable housing
Marcus Ryan
Mayor of Zora Township and Warden of Oxford County
Oxford County
Episode: Episode 395: Time to break up the TVDSB?

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Craig Needles
Host of discussions with local newsmakers and commentators, emphasizing community issues and governance.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 44 ratings
  • Drinking game

    Every time John Fyfe-Millar says “at the end of the day” take a shot - you will be seeing double at the end of the day.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TrinkeTronTURBO2000
    Canada7 months ago
  • More. More podcasts with local content.

    This is a good podcast. Good guests, good information. My only complaint is that two a week isn’t enough. There’s an information vacuum in this city. I can’t be the only person who thinks this?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    A-God
    Canada2 years ago
  • No one listens. That’s why he lost his radio gig. Next!

    Time to get a real job.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Nick Phil Name
    Canada3 years ago

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Episode 401: London Hydro CEO Ysni Semsedini on the grid and the future
Q: Where does solar and green energy fit into that future?
Solar energy opportunities will likely fit within our affiliate due to the risks associated with generation.
Episode 401: London Hydro CEO Ysni Semsedini on the grid and the future
Q: What are we doing about outages during hot summer days?
We are working with Hydro One to expedite the rebuild of a key transformer station to improve reliability.
Episode 401: London Hydro CEO Ysni Semsedini on the grid and the future
Q: What have you done in the first year?
We started with a new strategic plan that focuses on earning every customer and improving our infrastructure.
Episode 390: Chief Thai Truong On Bail Reform, Downtown Safety
Q: What would you say to leaders that would say, hey, wait a minute, we'd be able to do a little bit more if London Police wasn't taking up this particular slice of the financial pie?
Truong emphasizes that the police department has been underfunded for a long time and requires resources to improve community safety.
Episode 390: Chief Thai Truong On Bail Reform, Downtown Safety
Q: What do you tell them or how does that work from your perspective?
Truong discusses the complexities of policing in relation to individuals on bail and emphasizes the need for targeted efforts.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Craig Needles Podcast

What is The Craig Needles Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focusing on pressing local issues in London, Ontario, this series brings in various newsmakers and experts to discuss topics of regional importance. Episodes often revolve around community challenges such as affordable housing, public transit improvements, education governance, and the implications of local government decisions. With a commitment to addressing both social and political topics, the episodes frequently highlight the voices of local leaders, service providers, and community advocates, which is likely to resonate with listeners who are deeply invested in the well-being and development of their community. Unique in its approach, it blends serious discussions with a local flavor, making it a key resource for understanding the com... more

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2. Dr. Brendon Samuels
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