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Weekends with Joanne Vrakas

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Montreal
Ozempic
Pharmaceutical Industry
Summer Jobs
Sexual Relationships
Dating Apps
Plant-Based Eating
Food Industry
Weight Watchers
Infertility
Canadian Politics
Nintendo Switch 2
Social Media Engagement
Gender Perceptions
Adult Psychology
Cultural Norms
Compatibility
Emotional Safety
Alzheimer's Disease
Diet

Joanne has all the info you need to kick off your day. The foundation of Weekends with Joanne Vrakas is news, weather, sports and a review of your entertainment options, but Joanne also has great interviews and contributors on a range of topics.

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Is the seven year itch a real thing? Clinical psychologist Dr. Jennifer Russell on when feelings actually change and why it's okay.

Does a wine list stress you out? Wine expert Jon Cercone has a step by step guide on how to ask for what you want at the restaurant.

In her new book, "A Montreal Cook," Lesley Chesterman writes a love letter to the city. Chesterman explores the city’s French-inspired food culture and what sets it apart.

Staged collisions are up 400% in Canada. Driving.ca’s Lorraine Sommerfeld on how would-be fraudsters are targeting you on the roads.

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Ozempic is set to be offered in pill form soon. But before GLP-1 medications, diet pills were once all the rage. Dr. Chris Labos, cardiologist with a degree in epidemiology and a regular contributor on CJAD 800 takes a look at what was in those pills... more

Canada is set to increase its defence spending to 5% by 2035. Political analyst Sandy White says this is good news but it may take some creative accounting.

Put down the phones, grab some board games and go back to the 90s. Child psychologist Dr. Tamara Soles on why more and more parents are choosing to go analog with their kids.

It’s still cold outside but spring has arrived. Chef Vanessa Gianfrancesco says colourful food and fresh ingredients will get us ready for warmer days.

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Jon Cerone
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Episode: Wine scores: A true guide or a sales pitch?
Marieve Breton
Founder and president of Liquidation Marie
Liquidation Marie
Episode: Montreal chain of liquidation stores selling expired groceries to combat inflation
Andreas Kessaris
Montreal author of Greek descent, author of The Grand Tour of Park Ex & Assorted Half-Told Yarns
Episode: Montreal author pens love letter to Park Ex with new collection of stories
Sylvain Charlebois
Food professor and author
Dalhousie University
Episode: Food Professor: AI at the grocery store: innovation or manipulation?
Dr. Gustavo Duque
Director of Geriatric Medicine at McGill University
McGill University
Episode: Here are some tips to avoid dangerous slips and falls
Brigitte B. Garceau
Official opposition critic for the status of women
Robert Baldwin
Episode: Is Quebec doing enough to helping victims of domestic violence?
Sandy White
Political analyst
Episode: How does Canada compare with other countries when it comes to social trust and confidence?
Chef Vee
A chef known for her interactive cooking experiences and recipes
Episode: Chef V: Keeping things spicy in the kitchen!
Justin Simms
Director of the documentary 'Sons'
NFB (National Film Board of Canada)
Episode: Sons: a moving documentary on fathers and sons

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Joanne Vrakas
Host of the show, providing news, weather updates, sports coverage, and interviews with various experts across a range of topics.

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Does Pierre Poilievre have a future as leader of the federal Conservatives?
Q: Where does he go from here?
Sandy believes Poilievre will continue to fight for his position as leader until the next election, despite the challenges he faces.
Does Pierre Poilievre have a future as leader of the federal Conservatives?
Q: Is it safe to say that at some point Pierre Poilievre has been bulletproof?
Sandy argues that although Poilievre has survived various challenges, he is not invulnerable and is losing control over his caucus.
Does Pierre Poilievre have a future as leader of the federal Conservatives?
Q: What does this mean for Pierre Poilievre?
Sandy suggests that while Poilievre looks strong within the party base, internal opinions are shifting and some members might be preparing for leadership bids.
Wine scores: A true guide or a sales pitch?
Q: What does higher wine scores indicate about the wine?
Higher scores often mean the wine is priced higher and may be preferred by critics for characteristics that don't align with everyone's taste.
Wine scores: A true guide or a sales pitch?
Q: Who is Robert Parker?
He is a lawyer from Maryland who became a prominent wine critic and created the 100-point scoring system.

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1. Jon Cerone
2. Marieve Breton
3. Andreas Kessaris
4. Sylvain Charlebois
5. Dr. Gustavo Duque
6. Brigitte B. Garceau
7. Sandy White
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