The Morning Show Podcast - June 19th - brought to you by 980 CFPL

The Morning Show Podcast - June 19th - brought to you by 980 CFPL

Canada celebrated a historic first-ever World Cup victory with a commanding 6-0 win over Qatar, though concerns remain after an injury to Ismael Kone. We then spoke with Mayor Josh Morgan and Michigan State Senator Roger Victory about growing support for improved passenger rail service between Toronto, Windsor and Detroit, along with discussions surrounding the Gordie Howe International Bridge and CUSMA. Ward 6 Councillor Sam Trosow joined the show to discuss London's downtown master plan and the challenge of filling vacant office space in the core. Andrea Topham from Youth Opportunities Unlimited explained how the new Common Ground program will help young parents and children learn valuable food and life skills. We wrapped up with Day 15 of the 980 CFPL Bicentennial Battle featuring John Labatt and Guy Lombardo, along with reflections on Father's Day.

The Morning Show Podcast - June 17th - brought to you by 980 CFPL

On today's edition of The Morning Show Podcast, we begin with London's politicians endorsing a new long-term vision for the downtown and riverfront before speaking with Downtown London interim executive director Vicki Smith about the proposed 10-year master plan and what it could mean for the city's future. We then chat with former London Transit Commission chair Stephanie Marentette about her decision to run for city council in Ward 6. Later, Justine Turner joins the show to discuss The Meeting Tree and its importance in London's Black history while also highlighting Day 13 of the Bicentennial Battle and the start of voting in the third round. We wrap up with a look at the end of an era as Hockey Night in Canada prepares to leave CBC after nearly 75 years on the public broadcaster.

The Morning Show Podcast - June 15th - brought to you by 980 CFPL

We begin with the latest developments following the Sherwood Forest Mall crash, where charges are expected after a vehicle drove through a brick wall. Mayor Josh Morgan then joins the show to discuss London's proposed downtown master plan and the closure of the Carepoint supervised consumption site. Next, Peggy O'Neil explains a proposed national food strategy aimed at improving access to fresh Canadian-grown food while lowering costs for consumers. We also speak with Ayona Jaswal about The Kindness and Smile Zone and her efforts to support children in hospital. Later, we look at the fallout from New York Knicks fans rioting after the team's first NBA championship since 1973 and discuss the Carolina Hurricanes' historic Stanley Cup victory. We wrap up with Day 11 of the 980 CFPL Bicentennial Battle featuring John Labatt versus Jane Bigelow and Guy Lombardo versus Charley Fox as the second round continues.

The Morning Show Podcast - June 12th - brought to you by 980 CFPL

The Morning Show begins with Sean Murray from Tourism London discussing how the city is embracing the excitement of the World Cup and welcoming visitors and fans. We then look at a new downtown master plan that could shape the future of London's core over the next decade. Jennifer Dunn from the London Abused Women's Centre joins the program to discuss the launch of a new Mobile Residential Support Program aimed at bringing services directly to women who need them. Later, London Hydro CEO Ysni Semsedini shares insights from discussions in Ottawa about Canada's National Electricity Strategy and the growing problem of copper theft. We wrap up with Day 10 of the 980 CFPL Bicentennial Battle as Victor Garber faces Jenny Jones and Loud Luxury takes on Damian Warner in the second round of voting.

The Morning Show Podcast - June 11th - brought to you by 980 CFPL

On today's edition of The Morning Show Podcast, we begin with a look at Donald Trump's comments that he is not interested in renewing the CUSMA trade agreement and what that could mean for Canada's economy. Next, Western University professor and Canada Research Chair Emma Duerden joins us to discuss the federal government's proposed legislation aimed at restricting children's access to social media and regulating artificial intelligence chatbots. We then speak with Oxford County Pride Committee president Tera Russell-Curtis about recent Pride flag vandalism incidents in Norwich and the positive events taking place throughout Pride Month. Our weekly panel with John Fyfe-Millar and Nathan Caranci examines both the uncertainty surrounding CUSMA and the growing excitement around the FIFA World Cup. We wrap up with Day 9 of the 980 CFPL Bicentennial Battle as the second round begins with Frederick Banting facing John Robarts and Dr. Peter Fowler taking on Charles Saunders.