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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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Feb 10, 2026 • 37min
The Elementary Teachers Federation of Ontario calls Doug Ford a bully
The Elementary Teachers Federation of Ontario runs an advertisement calling Doug Ford a bully.John Wright breaks down new polling numbers surrounding the possibility of a snap election.TTC spokesperson Stuart Green joins from Cuba with an update as Canadian airlines suspend flights from the country.If your child's teacher tells you there’s no reason to attend parent‑teacher interviews, do you still go?GUESTS: John Wright – Veteran Pollster & CEO of Canada Pulse InsightsStuart Green – TTC Spokesperson

Feb 10, 2026 • 40min
The future of retail in Canada
Trump threatens to block the opening of a new bridge between Windsor and Detroit.Tony Chapman explained why retail in Canada needs to become an experience. Where do you still insist on shopping in person? Plus - Gender reveals, have you had one? Tell us why! GUEST: Natalie Johnson – CTV News

Feb 9, 2026 • 37min
Parents, are you acting as your children's storage solution?
Kelly Clarkson is stepping away from her show to prioritize her children. The Inspector General of Policing orders a review of the province's services and boards. New Brunswick is leaving X over concerns about the platform.Parents, are you still storing your adult children's stuff? GUESTS:Ryan Teschner - Ontario’s first Inspector General of Policing Carmi Levy - Newstalk 1010 tech expert

Feb 9, 2026 • 40min
What's another billion dollars for Canada Post?
A voicemail from Doug Ford about returning to the office sparks conversation about return to office mandates. Ottawa gave Canada Post a $1.01 billion loan amid its ongoing financial struggles. A conversation about caring for aging parents and how to set things up to avoid this conflict. Plus - Gord Perks' basement apartment was found to not be in compliance with the Building Code. Daniel Tate from IntegrityTO is calling on his resignation. GUESTS:Marvin Ryder - associate professor of marketing at McMaster University Angela Casey - Lawyer and partner at Casey & Moss LLP Daniel Tate - from IntegrityTO

Feb 6, 2026 • 38min
What are you eating and drinking during the big game this Sunday?
Super Bowl weekend is here! Deb asks listeners about their food traditions and game‑day must‑haves.Toronto City Councillor Josh Matlow is pushing a motion for the city to receive a share of the HST.Longtime Toronto Blue Jays broadcaster Buck Martinez announces his retirement.Plus, the latest entertainment stories with Richard Crouse. GUESTS: Josh Matlow – Toronto City CouncillorMatt Cauz – TSN 1050 HostRichard Crouse – Movie Critic and Host of Entertainment Is Broken

Feb 6, 2026 • 39min
More fallout from Project South investigation as Peel Police suspends three officers
Criminal lawyer Boris Bytensky weighs in after a Toronto judge slams the conditions inside Ontario jails while handing down reduced sentences for gun‑related charges. Peel Police suspend three officers connected to the Project South investigation — Mark Mendelson joins Deb to break down what we know. The Eglinton Crosstown finally opens this Sunday! TTC Chair Jamaal Myers talks about the long road to opening day. Plus — do you put together your own furniture? Love it, hate it, or avoid it entirely? GUESTS:Boris Bytensky – Criminal LawyerMark Mendelson – Former Toronto Homicide Detective and NEWSTALK 1010 Crime ExpertJamaal Myers – Councillor for Ward 23 Scarborough North and Chair of the TTC

Feb 5, 2026 • 36min
More reaction and analysis on the arrest of Toronto police officers
More reaction and analysis on the arrest of Toronto police officers. Plus – the federal government announces it will replace EV sales targets with rebates, incentives, and new fuel efficiency standards. GUESTS: Steve Ryan – CP24 Crime Reporter David Adams – President and CEO of Global Automakers of Canada Peter Bethlenfalvy – Minister of Finance MPP Karen McCrimmon – Calling for a full independent judicial inquiry into Toronto police corruption charges

Feb 5, 2026 • 41min
Toronto police officers have been arrested in an alleged plot to murder an Ontario corrections officer
The Toronto Police Association, Toronto Police Services Board, Mayor Olivia Chow, and Premier Doug Ford all weighed in on the allegations. GUEST: Mark Mendelson – Former Toronto Homicide Detective and NEWSTALK 1010 Crime Expert

Feb 4, 2026 • 36min
The average price of a Toronto home dips below $1 million for the first time in years What caused it?
Plus - Was Deb being unreasonable about her daughter's test? GUESTS: Jason Mercer - Chief Information Officer for the Toronto Regional Real Estate BoardNoah Shack - CEO, Centre for Israel and Jewish AffairsSunira Chaudhri - employment lawyer at Workly Law

Feb 4, 2026 • 40min
Bottom's up at the crack of dawn for Toronto bars over the Olympics?
Bars and restaurants in Toronto may be able to serve booze at 6 a.m. during the Olympic Games Plus - There’s still a lane blocked with snow on Avenue Road. How is this possible? GUEST: Andy Takagi - transportation reporter for the Toronto Star


