Today’s podcast covers the downtown revitalization debate, Susan Stevenson’s harassment allegations, rising violent crime, LHSC’s new AI radiation therapy system, and the growing shift toward fake Christmas trees

An in-depth conversation with Councillor David Ferreira on competing ideas for breathing new life into downtown London

Stevenson says the ongoing tension and interruptions have pushed her to avoid council chambers entirely

Professor Dave Snow joins us to explore a Macdonald-Laurier Institute report showing violent crime trending upward across Canada

Dr. Stewart Gaede explains how LHSC’s new Varian Ethos system uses artificial intelligence to deliver precise, rapid radiation therapy

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Steve Garrison joins the show to discuss how Bill Brady redefined radio in London

A look back at Bill Brady’s extraordinary career and the profound mark he left on London radio

Chief Thai Truong breaks down the rising concerns around gender-based violence, luxury car thefts, and public substance use

An overview of the proposed 3.6% tax increase and the community’s chance to shape the 2026 budget

Murray Faulkner and Roger Caranci debate whether London’s proposed hike is reasonable and whether Canada’s internal trade system is improving

A look at the Premier’s comments about invoking the clause to force greater transparency on sex offender information

A study shows a large share of workers avoided taking any vacation days in 2025, raising concerns about burnout

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Today’s podcast covers budget deliberations with Mayor Morgan, defence-sector opportunities, the Swedish royal visit, declining Canadian travel to the U.S., rising hydro rates, and Gen Z’s shift away from fast food

David Perry from the Canadian Global Affairs Institute explains why the federal budget may create opportunities for cities like London with established defence manufacturing bases

We look at the purpose behind the Swedish royal family’s visit and how it ties into Canada’s interest in purchasing fighter jets from several countries

Mayor Josh Morgan walks through the start of 2026 budget deliberations and explains what Londoners can expect now that a builder has been chosen for the city’s micro-shelter site

New projections show Canadian travel to the U.S. will reach only 85% of 2019 levels this year, adding to a broader tourism slowdown

Mike Schreiner discusses growing pressure on the provincial government to address rising hydro rates following the latest electricity price hike

New data shows young adults are spending less on fast food as soaring menu prices reshape dining habits

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Today’s podcast explores how Londoners feel about life in the city, highlights Wear Purple Day, marks World Diabetes Day, previews the Knights’ weekend, and covers a strange bus theft in Hamilton

Jennifer Dunn from the London Abused Women’s Centre discusses the importance of Wear Purple Day and the ongoing Shine the Light on Woman Abuse campaign