Scott Radley Show

Scott Radley is a seasoned journalist, who has written a column for over 15 years in Hamilton. He will ask questions that you want answers to. He will bring an inquisitive mind and a unique perspective to daily news that will push the boundaries in order to make people think and to challenge the norm.

News
1501
Catfish thrown on the ice in Nashville, what ma...
Scott and Don Robertson of the Dundas Real McCoy’s discuss catfish being thrown onto the ice during Game 3 of the Stanley Cup final and more recent news in the world of sports.
34 min
1502
The Brightest Panel in Hamilton discusses stran...
Scott reconvenes the Brightest Panel in Hamilton, welcoming back Mike Fortune and Cadillac Bill. for their perspectives on world events.
51 min
1503
Is Hamilton trying too hard to impress Toronto?...
How far should Hamilton go to impress the people of Toronton, and to what ends? - What can be learned from the dashcam video of the arrest of Tiger Woods? How will people's opinions change once they have seen the footage? And more from the world of sports. Guest: Rick Zamperin, Assistant Program/News/Senior Sports Director at AM900 CHML - What made Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band such a memorable, influential album? And what does it take to translate the music of the album into a one-man band performance? Guest: Christopher Clause, musician and "Hamilton's Beatles Guy"
50 min
1504
How should the CFL handle players charged with ...
The Scott Radley Show Podcast   Former Saskatchewan Roughrider Justin Cox was found not guilty of assault causing bodily harm. When he was initially charged, the Saskatchewan Roughriders cut him and the Canadian Football League barred him from signing with any other team. Now, CFL commissioner Jeffrey Orridge has reaffirmed his stance that Cox is barred the league, Guest: Bubba O'Neil, Sports Anchor for CHCH News - Amateur art detectives and orienteers Jim and Sue Woddington have spent decades tracking down the locations that inspired the Group of Seven's paintings. Scott talks to them about the skills and determination needed for taking on such a challenge. Guests: Sue Waddington and Jim Waddington, authors of In The Footsteps of The Group of Seven - Prepare to play along. Which word do the people of Michigan have the most difficulty spelling? How about the residents of New York State, or Wisconsin? Google has released a list of the most googled words from each state. Can you spell all of them?
55 min
1505
The science of athletes connecting with a ball ...
What's the science behind athletes being able to time their movements to hit a ball in mid-air? Guest: Dr. William Warren, Chancellor's Professor in Cognitive, Linguistic, and Psychological Sciences at Brown University - A study is being conducted to determine whether or not it's true that elderly people are worse drivers. Guest: Dr. Brenda Vrkljan, the lead investigator of the McMaster University Candrive team, a Canadian Institutes for Health Research (CIHR)-funded initiative
35 min
1506
Tiger Woods arrested on DUI charges, the Stanle...
Don Robertson of the Dundas Real McCoys joins Scott to discuss the biggest stories in sports.
31 min
1507
The Brightest Panel in Hamilton discusses the d...
Scott is once again joined by the brightest panel in Hamilton for some serious and not-so-serious conversation. Panel: Scott Urquhart - Journalist Teri Pecoskie - Journalist
63 min
1508
Andy Fantuz is a Ticat again, What is Hamilton'...
Andy Fantuz signed with the Hamilton Tiger-Cats today, sort of. He will take on the role of coordinator of player development while he rehabs his injury. Guest - Rick Zamperin Is there one food or food item that defines Hamilton? Guest - Emma Reilly David Clayton Thomas is a true Canadian rockstar and now he's raising money to help kids live out their musical dreams. Guest - David Clayton Thomas
50 min
1509
Hamilton has a low breast cancer survival rate,...
Hamilton has one of the lowest five year survival rates for breast cancer. Guest - Dr. Ralph Meyer A man in New Zealand has written a book about all the Hamiltons that exist in the world. Guest - Tim Brooker A new study suggests that over half of Canadians are religious in some way. Guest - Ray Pennings
54 min
1510
What can the city do to ease traffic? A local s...
With the 403 closed today people had to seek alternate routes and that caused massive backups throughout the city. Shona Thorburn has been a staple of the Canadian women's basketball team for over a decade and is no hanging them up. Guest - Shona Thorburn Kids being distracted by devices in the classroom is a huge problem, how can it be fixed. Guest - Thierry Karsenti
50 min
1511
Why don't NHL refs call the rules, How good is ...
Don Robertson joins Scott to discuss these important topics from the sports world.
33 min
1512
The Brightest Panel in Hamilton Radio is a fami...
Jen Watson and Jay McQueen join Scott on a night off from their children.
75 min
1513
Is the Ontario government just delaying a probl...
A leaked report says that the Ontario government may just be delaying the inevitable with hydro bills. Guest - Christine van Geyn The Toronto Maple Leafs exceeded everyone's expectations and Zach Hyman was one of the reasons why. Guest - Zach Hyman What is the best way to fix the issue of distractions in classrooms.
55 min
1514
Should the province be trusted with the LRT? Wh...
In light of the stadium debacle and the large amount of issues still persisting with it can the province be trusted to carry out any project? P.K. Subban recieved a penalty for embellishment eight days ago and just now the NHL decided to fine him for it. Guest - Bubba O'Neil A local author has a new book about how crazy our country can be. Guest - J.C. Villamere
56 min
1515
A McMaster Marauder is now with the B.C. Lions,...
Danny Vandervoort became the second highest ever Marauder picked in the CFL draft when he went 3rd overall to B.C. Guest - Danny Vandervoort A charity headed by a local woman is attempting to improve the quality of life in the third world. Guest - Dr. Jean Chamberlain Ray Lyell was a local rock star in the early 90s but faded from view. Guest - Ray Lyell
50 min
1516
Why did the Raptors look so bad against Clevela...
Don Robertson joins Scott to talk about this and much more.
34 min
1517
The Brightest Panel in Hamilton Radio is here t...
Jamie West and Sandy Shaw join Scott to talk about everything you could possibly want.
70 min
1518
Prince Phillip is stepping down, What is with t...
Prince Phillip has said that he is stepping back, what does that entail? Guest - Nathan Tidridge Why does the MLB still allow pitchers to throw at hitters? Guest - Bubba O'Neil Would you go see a Terry Fox musical? Guest - John Connolly
51 min
1519
More census data came out today, More details o...
The interesting data today, for the first time ever there are more seniors than children in Canada. The shooting yesterday in Waterdown is fascinating many as it links to the tale of organized crime in Hamilton. Guest - James Dubro Yesterday P.K. Subban was smashed from behind in the head with a stick and ended up with a penalty for embellishment, how in the world did that happen. Guest - Rick Zamperin
51 min
1520
It's been 50 years since the Leafs won the Cup,...
Everyone knows the year, 1967, the last Leafs Stanley Cup. Guest - Kevin Shea Last night Sidney Crosby suffered a concussion as a result of a crosscheck to the head that many are calling a hockey play. Guest - Troy Smith 13 Reasons Why is a new show from Netflix that is based around a teenage suicide, but many say it is poorly handled. Guest - Daniel Reidenberg
54 min
1521
Who should win the Hart Trophy? Why don't peopl...
All this and more with Don Robertson
35 min
1522
The Brightest Panel in Hamilton Radio reconvene...
Lorne Leiberman and Sue Prestedge join Scott to talk Ontario budget, crane lady, KevilnO'Leary, screen fatigue and more!
72 min
1523
What are the takeaways from the provincial budg...
The Ontario LIberals brought out their budget today and it is certainly interesting. Guest - Marvin Ryder Former McMaster president Peter George has passed away. Guest - Ron Foxcroft Any topic involving abortion is difficult and sex selective abortions are no different.
46 min
1524
Saving a beaver, LRT takes a big step, And why ...
It may be the most Canadian thing ever but today a beaver was rescued from being stuck in a fence. Guest - Sarah Mombomquette LRT passed an important vote tonight thanks to a stunning reversal from a few ardent opponents of the project. Guest - Bill Kelly Why do people prefer to watch TV and movies on small screens. Guest - Adam Oldfield
56 min
1525
Why can't a decision just be made on LRT, Is th...
The waters just continue to be muddied in the LRT debate. The LRT debate brings up an important issue, why must people be so harsh towards each other instead of reasonably debating issues. What should Ticats fans make of the opening of mini-camp, does it matter at all? Guest - Rick Zamperin
52 min