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The Craig Needles Podcast

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Homelessness
Thames Valley District School Board
London
London, Ontario
Affordable Housing
Ontario
Canada
Mental Health
Doug Ford
Donald Trump
City Of London
Housing Crisis
Housing
Healthcare
Tariffs
Public Safety
United States
Education
Federal Election
Mark Carney

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

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes100Founded5 years ago
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Latest Episodes

It's been a difficult half decade for London Health Sciences Centre.

Travel scandals, lawsuits, police investigations and more. But, the organization is ready to turn the page.

They're starting recruitment for a new board after the previous one was... more

There's some new rules surrounding the controversial safe supply program - but will those changes actually make a difference in London?

Craig was joined by political insider Ryan Gauss and organizational consultant Mojdeh Azad on the Friday Round Ta... more

This week in Ottawa, Safe Social Media Act (also known at Bill C-34) was introduced.

The government says their goal is to create "a safer online space for all Canadians, especially children". Will they accomplish their goal? What about privacy conce... more

In the wake of the announced House of Hope closure, fingers are being pointed.

Should we blame the provincial government? London city council? Everyone?

Craig was joined at the Covent Garden Market studio by former city councillor Cheryl Miller and... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Emma Duerden
Associate Professor at Western University; Canada Research Chair in Neuroscience and Learning Disorders
Western University
Episode: Will Carney government's online harms bill actually work?
Kevin Auckland
Incoming CEO, Thames Valley District School Board
Thames Valley District School Board
Episode: New TVDSB boss wants to win back trust
Frances Moore
Advocate
Episode: The latest election buzz, LTC, dogs in hot cars and more
Steve Cordes
Retired executive director
Youth Opportunities Unlimited
Episode: The latest election buzz, LTC, dogs in hot cars and more
Tom Cull
Ward 4 candidate for London, Ontario
City of London (candidate)
Episode: Early surprise changes London council race
Brett Broadfoot
Board member at London Abused Women's Centre
London Abused Women's Centre
Episode: Advocates push for bail reform
Roger Caranci
City councillor candidate, Ward 1区域
London City Council (Ward 1 candidate)
Episode: It's local politics Super Bowl!
Ian Sterling Leishman
President of the Old South Business Association
Old South Business Association
Episode: South London's traffic nightmare
Jennifer Dunn
Executive Director, London Abused Women's Centre
London Abused Women's Centre
Episode: Council asks for help managing drug issues

Host

Craig Needles
Host of the show, central commentator on local governance and policy discussions.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 50 ratings
  • Craig brings people and perspectives together

    This podcast does a great job of highlighting important local issues, and bringing a diverse group of perspectives to the table.

    Craig is a great facilitator and interviewer, because he isn’t afraid to be honest, or to “let a guest cook” as the kids say, but will push back as well in an attempt to get down to the truth.

    Cheryl Miller is the GOAT when it comes to guests - a must listen any time they feature her.

    Other guests worth listening to:

    Nathan Caranci

    Roger Caranci

    Jeff Preston

    AJ ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dr. Chilm Richards
    Canadaa month ago
  • More. More podcasts with local content.

    This is a good podcast. Good guests and information. My only complaint is that two a week isn’t enough. There’s a shortage of local news and information in this city.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    A-God
    Canada8 months ago
  • 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
    Canadaa year 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
    Canada4 years ago

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Some listeners feel the show could broaden its scope beyond city hall to further community voices.
Good guests and practical insights; coverage feels deeply rooted in the community.
Local audience loves the focus on tangible, city-level issues.
Two episodes a week is frequent and valuable for staying updated on local politics.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

New TVDSB boss wants to win back trust
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The CEO role under Bill 101 will focus more on financial stability, budget development, and operational oversight, with an emphasis on resource allocation to meet student needs.
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Q: How does the organization view the role of mentoring in preventing problems for youth?
Mentoring is described as prevention—helping youth avoid entering the street, institutions, or crisis, and enabling long-term positive outcomes like employment and contribution to society.
Why United Way cut off Big Brothers Big Sisters
Q: What does the organization plan to do to replace the funding and continue programming?
They are diversifying funding strategies, engaging long-time loyal donors, pursuing corporate and individual donors, applying for grants, and leveraging community contacts to spread the word that support is needed.
Why United Way cut off Big Brothers Big Sisters
Q: What was the reaction when you learned United Way would not be funding for at least a couple of years?
The initial reaction was disappointed, surprised, and a little confused about the rationale, but the organization is moving forward with a plan to stabilize and diversify funding while maintaining focus on the youth they serve.
EAs navigate chaos at TVDSB schools
Q: What can be done besides simply increasing headcount to improve the working environment?
The guest emphasizes upfront supports, mental health programming, specialized training for staff, better funding without rigid visit counts, and comprehensive, sustained backing for student services.

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A locally focused, conversation-driven program that covers municipal politics, housing, public health, and neighborhood issues in a mid-sized Canadian city. Episodes typically feature a veteran host in dialogue with city officials, advocates, and local experts to unpack policy decisions, governance challenges, and community impacts. Noteworthy is the mix of election coverage, housing and homelessness debates, and governance transparency, often anchored by data, case studies, and personal stories from residents and front-line workers. The show likely appeals to listeners who want practical insight into how local policy shapes everyday life and who appreciate candid, policy-forward discussion with a regional lens.

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Recent guests on The Craig Needles Podcast include:

1. Dr. Emma Duerden
2. Kevin Auckland
3. Frances Moore
4. Steve Cordes
5. Tom Cull
6. Brett Broadfoot
7. Roger Caranci
8. Ian Sterling Leishman

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