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The Deb Hutton Show

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Toronto
Canada
Ontario
Donald Trump
Toronto Police Service
Education
Olivia Chow
Mark Carney
Public Safety
Doug Ford
TTC
United States
Anti-Semitism
CP24 Chum Christmas Wish
Project South
Elementary Teachers Federation Of Ontario
Harm Reduction
Toronto District School Board
Ontario Budget
Immigration

Deb Hutton provides listeners with real talk that cuts through the noise for the early drive home. Her experience in politics and communications brings a fresh common sense perspective on the issues that matter.

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Latest Episodes

Should high schoolers have to take a financial literacy test?

How are you dealing with your kids moving home for the summer?

GUESTS: Michael Gingerich - CEO of Mawg Design

Richard Crouse - co-host of the podcast Entertainment is Broken

Deb gets answers.

Do celebrities like Beyonce automatically have Canadian citizenship under new law? Experts say not so fast

GUESTS: Prabmeet Sarkaria - Ontario transportation minister

Guidy Mamman - Managing Partner and Immigration Lawyer at M... more

Deb hosts our weekly panel.

Don Martin planned a farewell tour across Canada after his cancer prognosis. Then, a faint hope appeared on the horizon.

GUESTS: John Tory - former mayor of Toronto

Kathleen Wynne - former Premier of Ontario

Ravi ... more

Why is the answer always to close the parks at night?

One month since Toronto’s counter-terrorism unit was launched

GUESTS: Jeffrey Kroeker - Chair and Founder of A Better City Toronto

Frank Barredo - Toronto Police Deputy Chief

Should we have to pay the fees?

What is the best reason to return something?

GUEST: Christian Leuprecht - Professor in Leadership, Royal Military College and Queen’s University

Have you been in a similar experience?

Why an MPP wants his colleagues to take a new oath of office when sworn in.

GUESTS: Deb Matthews - former deputy premier of Ontario and a Liberal Cabinet Minister including Health

Dr. Adil Shamji - Ontario... more

Deb talks to an organizer and takes your calls.

Canada’s military recruitment beats target.

GUESTS: Jonathon Smith - researcher and Master of Psychology student at Trent University

Trevor Jones - Ontario Minister of Agriculture, Food and Agri-Bus... more

Should they take the offer?

Man critically injured after shooting at Fairview Mall, police say

GUESTS: Steve Ryan - CP24 crime reporter

Jim Gallant - Negotiator with the Canadian Union of Postal Workers

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John Tory Jr.
aviation expert
Air transportation expert
Episode: Doug Ford facing opposition criticism over purchase of $28.9M private jet
Robert Kokonis
President of AirTrav Inc.
AirTrav Inc.
Episode: Doug Ford facing opposition criticism over purchase of $28.9M private jet
Kathleen Wynne
Former Premier of Ontario; former Education Minister
Liberal Party of Ontario
Episode: John Tory and Kathleen Wynne join Deb for a special panel
Kim Schofield
Criminal defense lawyer
Episode: TTC delays ‘cannot become the new normal,’ Matlow says in urgent motion
Joel Westheimer
Professor of Democracy and Education, University of Ottawa
University of Ottawa
Episode: When schools ban politics, what do kids learn?
David Coffey
Fraud detective with the Toronto Police Service
Toronto Police Service
Episode: Poilievre says he’s not going anywhere, following double-digit byelection defeats
Tim Hodgson
Federal Minister of Energy and Natural Resources
Government of Canada
Episode: This post from Olivia Chow has us asking some questions about election rules
Graham Richardson
Ottawa Bureau Chief for CTV National News
CTV
Episode: PM Carney’s Liberals could secure a majority government tonight.
Jesse Rogerson
Astrophysicist and assistant professor at York University
York University
Episode: Jerry thinks we should be taking the Texas approach to theft

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Deb Hutton
Host of The Deb Hutton Show, political commentator
Jim Richards
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Ontario’s education minister announces school system changes
Q: How will these changes actually improve classroom education and consistency across the province?
Proponents argue that having a CEO to manage business aspects and a Chief Education Officer to focus on educational outcomes will create more consistent resource availability, budgeting, and curriculum delivery, with a standardized approach across boards and a stronger focus on student achievement.
Ontario’s education minister announces school system changes
Q: Minister, why did you not get rid of trustees?
The minister explains that trustees on the English side were retained for consistency, especially for denominational issues, while removing parts of the job that caused division and shifting bargaining to CEOs. He emphasizes that trustees will still exist in certain forms and that the governance is aimed at simplifying and centralizing where appropriate.
When schools ban politics, what do kids learn?
Q: What is World Cup Fan Fest and why is it significant for Toronto?
Fan Fest is envisioned as a city-wide celebration with music, food, and games intended to be free for most attendees, serving as an inclusive way to enjoy the World Cup beyond stadium attendance.
This post from Olivia Chow has us asking some questions about election rules
Q: When does the election period officially start and how does that affect campaigning by incumbents?
May 1 marks the start of the formal election period where campaign rules become stricter and candidates must declare their intent to run; until then incumbents still communicate with constituents but must avoid crossing into campaign advertising.
This post from Olivia Chow has us asking some questions about election rules
Q: What rules are there for sitting counselors around using their office for politicking before May 1?
Rules are indirect and hinge on campaign finance controls and corporate resource policies; before May 1 there is a gray area and enforcement is largely complaint-driven, with an emphasis on not using municipal resources for campaign purposes.

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What is The Deb Hutton Show about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A drive-time political talk show that covers provincial and municipal policy, governance, and current events with a practical, citizen-focused lens. Episodes frequently dissect Ontario and Toronto issues—from FOI and cabinet confidentiality to OSAP funding, education policy, and public safety—while also weaving in national and international context when relevant. The format blends host-led analysis with expert guests and listener calls, creating a fast-paced, issue-driven program that aims to translate policy into everyday impact for residents and professionals navigating city and province-wide affairs. Noteworthy traits include a strong local governance angle, a balance of policy depth and accessible discussion, and a penchant for immediat... more

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2. Robert Kokonis
3. Kathleen Wynne
4. Kim Schofield
5. Joel Westheimer
6. David Coffey
7. Tim Hodgson
8. Graham Richardson

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