Max Francis, the creator of the Hamilton is Home brand, is welcomed into the studio for the Brightest Conversation in Hamilton.

Outgoing War 14 Councilor Robert Pasuta, on why Hamilton is the city with the highest estimated property taxes in Canada. The importance of changing cultural attitudes toward Down syndrome. The top tourist destinations around the world, and more.

There's widespread outrage after the woman convicted in the murder of an eight-year-old girl has reportedly been transferred from a high-security prison in Kitchener to an Aboriginal healing lodge in Saskatchewan. Terri-Lynne McClintic was convicted in 2010 of first-degree murder in the death the year before of Woodstock's Tori Stafford, and was sentenced to life in prison with no parole for 25 years. Guest: Dr. Scott Kenney, associate professor at Memorial University in Newfoundland, speciaty in victims of crime, board member on Canadian Resource Centre for Victims of Crime - The City of Hamilton has announced a long list of road resurfacing work that will be taking place over the next few weeks. Is this an unusual time to start a bunch of road work projects? Guest: Dan McKinnon, general manager of Public Works, City of Hamilton - Scott and Bubba O'Neil discuss Tiger Woods' response when he was asked who would be on the Mount Rushmore of golf. His answer included himself - was this out of line?

Scott discusses the role of the Governor General, with Monarchy expert Nathan Tidridge. Rick Zamperin, the host of The 5th Quarter, joins the show to talk about the future of football and how fans are responding to changes made for the safety of players. And callers add their input on the municipal elections. All this and the Story of the Week in the newest Scott Radley Show Podcast!

Ann Brochelhurst discusses the murders committed by Dellen Millard, and the guilty verdict Millard received today for the death of his father. Burlington’s Andrew Lundy gives us a behind-the-scenes look at what it is like to be a contestant on Jeopardy. And Sports Talk with Don Robertson focuses on Tiger Wood and the Hamilton Tiger-cats, as well as Bulldogs Head Coach Dave Matsos

Sue Prestedge returns to the The Brightest Conversation in Hamilton tonight, to talk about the “War for Waterdown,” the editor who decided to publish Jian Ghomeshi’s essay in the New York Review of Books, The World Anti-Doping Agency’s vote to lift Russia’s probation from the Olympics and more. Guest: Sue Prestedge, Broadcasting legend, retired from her positon as Program Coordinator for Journalism, and Pre-Media and Entertainment, at Mohawk College

The Ontario Police College is getting rid of their physical fitness testing for new recruits. Is this a good idea? Do we not want our police officers to be in shape? Guest: Terry Coleman, veteran of the Calgary Police Service, former Chief of Police in Moose Jaw, has an extensive background in policing, currently a professor of Criminal Justice at Athabasca University - Why are so many new movies seemingly remakes or sequels to classic films? Is Hollywood out of original ideas? Guest: Dr. Scott Henderson, associate professor of Communication, Popular Culture and Film at Brock University - Scott is joined by CHCH's Bubba O'Neil to chat about some of the more unique stories from the world of sports, including the Koreas putting in a joint bid to host the 2032 Olympics and an ESPN commentator report that suggests John Farrell - a name truly despised by Jays fans - is in the running to be manager of the Toronto Blue Jays after John Gibbons leaves the post. Guest: Bubba O'Neil, sports anchor with CHCH

Burlington mayor Rick Goldring says he has made a request to the province to hand the Hamilton community of Waterdown over to the city of Burlington. Guest: Rick Goldring, mayor of Burlington - What does Hamilton's mayor think of this request from the mayor of Burlington? Guest: Fred Eisenberger, mayor of Hamilton - Scott and Don Robertson are in studio for their sports chat a day later this week. Scott and Don discuss how the legacy of athletes and coaches should be honoured, Vontae Davis walking out on his Buffalo Bills teammates mid-game and announcing his retirement, and the demands of NFL Hall of Famers.

Scott welcome editorial cartoonist and author Graeme MacKay to The Brightest Conversation in Hamilton to talk local and international politics, art, satire and more.

What is grade inflation, and how much trouble does it cause in the education system? Which cars defined their eras and why do people grow attached to their vehicles? And a look at what makes minor league baseball special.

Supercrawl is coming up this weekend. How did Hamilton's biggest event of the year get started and where is it headed in the future? Guest: Tim Potocic, co-owner of Sonic Unyon and festival director of Supercrawl - Scott asks callers to weigh in on what they think about the Ford government using the notwithstanding clause to push through cutting Toronto's city council nearly in half. - Did you know Canada has a national karaoke competition? If so, you may also be aware that some of this year's big winners are from Hamilton. National duet champions Dustin Jodway and Christine Costa join Scott to explain what goes into a karaoke competition and share a bit of their winning vocals with the audience. Guests: Dustin Jodway and Christine Costa

Clarifying misunderstandings about what cannabis is and is not good for, a new method for detecting cancer, and the Apollo 11 Flight Director shares his stories from the Moon Landing.

For the first time in the province's history, the Ontario government will invoke the Constitution's notwithstanding clause to uphold legislation slashing Toronto city council nearly in half. What is the notwithstanding clause and what does this mean? Guest: Asher Honickman, partner with Matthews Abogado LLP - It was announced today that construction on Ottawa's LRT is facing another delay. What can Hamilton learn from what other cities are going through in regards to LRT? Guest: Jon Willing, city hall reporter with The Ottawa Citizen - Scott and Don Robertson of the Dundas Real McCoys are back for their Monday night chat about the world of sports. Scott has plenty to rant about tonight, including Serena Williams' dispute with the umpire during the U.S. Open final and the live broadcast of the Humboldt Broncos' season opener against the Nipawin Hawks.

Jamie West is welcomed into the studio by Scott Radley for the Brightest Conversation in Hamilton. Get ready for exciting discussion, intelligent debate, and a few tangents in the newest podcast of The Scott Radley Show. Guest: Jamie West, host of the new 900 CHML show ‘What Were You Thinking?’

A new study from the Business Development Bank of Canada says that there is a huge shortage of skilled trade workers to fill available positions at companies across the country. Guest: Ken Coates, Canada Research Chair in Regional Innovation at the Johnson-Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy, University of Saskatchewan - If the Olympics are going to come back to Canada, how much will it cost Canadian taxpayers? Are we prepared to pay the price? Guest: Michael Heine, Director, International Centre for Olympic Studies, Western University - According to a survey conducted by Ipsos for Global News, 55% of Canadian parents say extracurricular activities will put a strain on family finances this year. Over the last school year, the average family spent about $1,160 on extracurricular activities for kids, according to the poll.

Scott talks with David Hart, the Hamiltonian who was present in the Athlete' Village during the Munich Massacre at the Olympics in 1972. And Larry Di Ianni, former mayor of Hamilton, discusses how media should cover candidates in a Mayoral race. As well as traffic safety that could save you from a ticket and sports talk with Bubba O'Neil.

Ward 9 councillor candidate Brad Clark and school board trustee candidate Cam Galindo are mutually endorsing each other in the upcoming municipal election. Has something like this ever happened before? Guest: Peter Graefe, associate professor of political science, McMaster University - What if kids could call the shots in the classroom? An unsual education model called "unschooling" involves no homework, no tests, and no emphasis on grades. A Calgary author, Judy Arnall, is releasing a book called Unschooling to University, which follows the trajectory of 30 unschooled children who entered or graduated from postsecondary institutions. Guest: Judy Arnall, president of the Unschooling Canada Association - The Stanley Cup has had a rough summer in the hands of the Washington Capitals. The NHL is now politely asking teams who win the Stanley Cup to treat it with a bit more respect - which includes not using it for keg stands in the future. Guest: Phil Pritchard, official Keeper of the Stanley Cup

Supply Management has been brought up over and over again in the discussion surrounding NAFTA and trade with the U.S. But Scott has found that many people do not have much of an idea of what supply management is. So Marvin Ryder has been brought in to explain it. Guest: Marvin Ryder, of the DeGroote School of Business - Christopher Garnier has been convicted of second degree murder for strangling an off-duty police officer during what he claims was consensual sex. He says that he has developed post-traumatic stress disorder as a result of this experience. Now Veterans Affairs has begun paying for Garnier’s therapy, which has upset many people. Guest: Phil McColeman, MP for Brantford Brant, and Shadow Minister for Veteran’s Affairs - Scott bring three strange stories to the table: a robber with questionable priorities, the moment a young doctor learn whether they have what it takes to work in the medical field, and an example of why it is important to remember pop culture references. Which is the best bizarre true story of the night? - Bubba O’Neil and Scott break down news from this week in sports, and discuss the validity of tough coaching tactics as well as what the NHL needs to become more popular in the U.S., and more.

What you do not bring back from the forest for dinner, The debate about mental health records in the NBA and more Sports Talk, andhow celebrities talking about legalized marijuana affect kids.

Laura Hampshire joins Scott for the Brightest Conversation in Hamilton, to tackle some tough and personal topics as well as some ridiculous news items from this week.

Rick Zamperin of The 5th Quarter talks Ticats and CFL with Scott, Tim Harper on Maxime Bernier's departure from the conservatives, and the worst way to handle a noisy neighbor.

A Nova Scotia man has decided to auction off all of his belongings - including his house and vehicles - for $200,000, putting into practice the phrase "live simply so others may simply live". Why is he doing this? Guest: Michael Bowden - There has been a lot of controversy over the idea of taking down sculptures of historical figures who may have done things that are unacceptable by today's standards. Is the issue more nuanced than it seems to be on the surface? What about figures like Joseph Brant, who has a huge legacy in this part of Ontario, but who also owned a slave? Guest: Jane Mulkewich, local lawyer, historian, author on the topic of Joseph Brant - Bubba O'Neil joins Scott to discuss the latest news from the world of sports. Guest: Bubba O'Neil, sports anchor with CHCH

Joe Montford is set to be added to the Hamilton Tiger-cats Wall of Honour this Thursday. When does questioning multiculturalism become racist? And the 20 worst conversations you might be trapped in.

Glen Grunwald is leaving McMaster University's Athletics Department. But why now? And will the NFL stick to enforcing its No Headshots rule?

Scott welcomes Mike Fortune to the studio for the Brightest Conversation in Hamilton