Weekends with Joanne Vrakas
Joanne has all the info you need to kick off your day. The foundation of Weekends with Joanne Vrakas is news, weather, sports and a review of your entertainment options, but Joanne also has great interviews and contributors on a range of topics.
Episodes
The table is set and the turkey's is in the oven. Wine expert Jon Cercone on what to serve your guests.
Jon Cercone is a sommelier at Taverne Sur Le Square in Westmount. He can be heard regularly on Weekends with Joanne Vrakas sharing his wine recommendations.
Itchy eyes, runny nose? Allergies this late in Fall? Allergy specialist Dr. Moshe Ben-Shoshan on how global warming is messing with allergy season
Bill Brownstein has been a columnist with the Montreal Gazette since 1987. He joins Weekeds with Joanne Vrakas every Saturday and Sunday at 8:50 a.m. with his suggestions on what to stream and which shows to check out in and around the city.
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Are we getting angrier and why? Clinical psychologist Dr. Jennifer Russell on what’s causing all the upset.
Clinical psychologist Dr. Jennifer Russell joins Weekends with Joanne Vrakas every Sunday at 8:40 a.m. to discuss the importance of mental health.
The turkey is ready and the sides are ready to go! But the house doesn't look right. Design expert Christian Dare joins Joanne Vrakas with last minute DIY Thanksgiving decorating ideas.
You can follow Christian on Instagram.
Political commentator Sandy White was an advisor to the Conservative Party during the Stephen Harper administration. He can be heard every Sunday at 8:10 a.m. on Weekends with Joanne Vrakas with his take on the latest from the world of politics.
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Dr. Chris Labos, cardiologist with a degree in epidemiology and a regular contributor on CJAD 800. You can hear him every Sunday on Weekends with Joanne Vrakas at 7:20 a.m.
Ferrari goes electric, Amazon launches a pharmacy and Tesla takes on Hollywood. Tech expert Kris Abel joins Joanne Vrakas with more.
Dry, undercooked or flavourless. Cooking a turkey can be a challenge. Chef Vanessa Gianfrancesco joins Joanne Vrakas with tips for the perfect turkey.
Chef and TV host Vanessa Gianfrancesco can heard every Saturday at 8:20 a.m. on Weekends with Joanne Vrakas sharing her favourite recipes and kitchen tips.
Child psychologist Dr. Tamara Soles can be heard every Saturday at 8:40 a.m. on Weekends with Joanne Vrakas to discuss issues affecting children's mental health.
What causes migraines and how do seasonal changes play a role? Dr. Elizabeth Leroux is a migraine expert and neurologist at the Brunswick Medical Centre. She joined Joanne Vrakas to discuss the latest studies and treatments.
There will be more cars on the road this long weekend and more police looking for distracted drivers.
CAA Quebec spokesperson André Durocher joins Joanne Vrakas.
Why is dairy now front and center in the U.S./Canada tariff wars? The Food Professor Sylvain Charlebois explains.
Dr. Sylvain Charlebois, better known as ‘The Food Professor’, is Senior Director at Agri-Food Analytics Lab and Professor of Faculties of Management and Agriculture at Dalhousie University. He joins Weekends with Joanne Vrakas every Saturday at 7:10 a.m. to discuss everything from fluctuations in grocery pri...
Can eating badly cause ADHD and depression? Nutritionist Kim Arrey explains.
Registered dietitian nutritionist Kim Arrey joins Weekends with Joanne Vrakas every Saturday at 6:40 a.m. with tips to keep healthy.
Do women feel more anxiety and why? Clinical psychologist Dr Jennifer Russell on how gender plays a role.
Jon Cercone is a sommelier at Taverne Sur Le Square in Westmount. He can be heard regularly on Weekends with Joanne Vrakas sharing his wine recommendations.
Former Montreal morning radio show host Michael Finnerty has pivoted to becoming a cheese monger in London. He joined Joanne Vrakas to discuss his new book, “The Cheese Cure: How Comté and Camembert Fed My Soul.”
Donald Trump has called for a 100% tariff on movies made outside of the U.S. Film critic Chris Bumbray joined Joanne Vrakas to discuss what this will mean for Hollywood North.
Dustin Gilman, better known online as Food Guy Montreal, joins Weekends with Joanne Vrakas every Sunday at 7:50 a.m. He shares his insight for some of the best eats in and around Montreal.
Are sleeping aids good for you? From over the counter to prescription, should we be taking them to sleep? And should kids use them too?
Dr. Chris Labos, cardiologist with a degree in epidemiology and a regular contributor on CJAD 800. You can hear him every Sunday on Weekends with Joanne Vrakas at 7:20 a.m.
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