The Morning Show Podcast - June 2nd - brought to you by 980 CFPL

The Morning Show Podcast - June 3rd - brought to you by 980 CFPL

On today's edition of The Morning Show Podcast, Global News Queen's Park Bureau Chief Colin D'Mello joins us to discuss Ontario's 21-week summer legislative recess following a spring session that lasted just 30 sitting days. We then look at London city council's decision to move ahead with Wellington Road widening for Bus Rapid Transit despite concerns from a major shopping plaza owner. Kate Kaikkonen from Stoneybrook for Community-First Development explains how neighbourhood groups are becoming more active advocates at city hall and influencing development discussions. Rob Cunningham from the Canadian Cancer Society outlines a new push by health organizations to reduce nicotine use in Canada to less than five per cent by 2045. We wrap up with Day 3 of the 980 CFPL Bicentennial Battle featuring Victor Garber versus John and Jesse Davidson, and Maggie Mac Neil taking on Jenny Jones.

The Morning Show Podcast - June 2nd - brought to you by 980 CFPL

Today's edition of The Morning Show begins with a discussion about growing calls for the federal government to take stronger action against antisemitism following recent attacks targeting Jewish communities in Canada. We then move into Day 2 of the 980 CFPL Bicentennial Battle featuring matchups between Drew Doughty and Dr. Peter Fowler, as well as Nazem Kadri and Sir Charles Saunders. From there, we look at the start of the Stanley Cup Final and the eye-popping prices fans are paying to attend major sporting events, including the FIFA World Cup. Murray Faulkner and Matt Newton-Reid join us for the weekly panel to discuss the future of the House of Hope and whether London's municipal election will attract more candidates after a slow start to nominations. We wrap up the show with the unusual story of men mysteriously emerging from sewer systems in New York City.

The Morning Show Podcast - June 1st - brought to you by 980 CFPL

Mayor Josh Morgan joins The Morning Show to discuss the future of House of Hope, development charge funding concerns and London's priorities at the upcoming Federation of Canadian Municipalities conference in Edmonton. We then examine whether London's growth means it's time to consider a new city hall before looking at the return of Downtown London's Patio Trail for another summer season. London's director of construction and infrastructure services, Jennie Dann, provides an update as the Wellington Gateway project enters its final phase of construction. We also kick off Day 1 of the 980 CFPL Bicentennial Battle featuring Frederick Banting versus Bill Brady and John Robarts versus Tommy Hunter. Later, we explore the viral Puerto Rico song that was created using artificial intelligence and finish with a breakdown of major changes coming to Ontario auto insurance policies and what drivers need to know before they renew their coverage.

The Morning Show Podcast - May 29th - brought to you by 980 CFPL

Today on The Morning Show Podcast we begin with a look at city hall's decision to move ahead with governance changes aimed at improving its relationship with the London Transit Commission. We then speak with former transit commissioner Jacqueline Madden about a review that recommends keeping London Transit as an arm's-length organization while improving oversight and accountability. Next, Duncan Fulton from Tim Hortons joins us to discuss plans to hire 10,000 local workers and reduce the company's reliance on the Temporary Foreign Worker program. After that, Michael Harrison from Fanshawe College shares motorcycle safety advice as riders return to Ontario roads for the season. We also discuss the CFL's new six-year broadcast and streaming agreement and whether fans will embrace additional streaming options. Finally, we reveal the listener-selected wild card entries that will join the field for the 980 CFPL Bicentennial Battle beginning Monday.

The Morning Show Podcast - May 28th - brought to you by 980 CFPL

Today on The Morning Show Podcast we begin by previewing a major committee meeting at London city hall where politicians will discuss the future of the city hall rebuild project, rising Enwave heating replacement costs and a governance review involving the London Transit Commission. We then speak with Patrick Gill from the Canadian Chamber of Commerce Business Data Lab about a new report suggesting London is falling behind on trade diversification. After that, Elliot Silverstein from CAA South Central Ontario joins the show to talk about new and increasingly aggressive tactics being used by auto thieves in public places. We also chat with Cody Jansma, CEO of Special Olympics Ontario, as London welcomes more than 1,100 athletes, coaches and educators for the 2026 School Championships. We wrap up with a look at two annual London Canada Day celebrations that are moving ahead this year without fireworks displays.