Scott Radley Show

Scott welcomes Mike Fortune back to the show for another edition of The Brightest Conversation in Hamilton. Boycotting the Beijing Olympics, a potential federal election in June, March Break becoming 'April Break', 3-day work weeks, $3,000 headlights and even how romantic Mike gets on Valentine's Day.

Every parent has to tell their kids something, or else the questions never stop. Scott goes to the internet to find out the best white lies that have been told by parents to their children.

Today's edition of Tom's Story of the Day features: 1) Ironic bumper stickers are weird, enjoyable to read and when put in context can give you a good laugh. For example, if your sticker says "I'm not drunk", maybe don't drink and drive. 2) Are algorithm's perfect? Not in the case of this story of an ad agency selling stock photos. Facebook clearly doesn't have one, or else some photos wouldn't be flagged as sexual or adult in nature. 3) What happens when someone dies? They get a funeral, maybe buried, possibly cremated. What about when your religion doesn't allow cremation? Well, this guy's nephew knew exactly what to do. Which one will be crowned Tom's Story of the Day? Which one is your story of the day?

Health officials claim that a potential third wave of COVID-19 could be coming. How bad could it be? And what are the chances of this third wave arriving? Guest: Dr. Ahmad Firas Khalid, Health Policy PhD graduate and Queen Elizabeth Scholar in Strengthening Health Systems - March Break is becoming "April Break". Is it a good idea? Bad idea? Scott opens the lines to hear what you think. - Anybody who's been to a sporting event knows part of the fun comes from being loud, cheering, booing, and more. But how far should fans be allowed to go? Guest: Bubba O'Neil, Sports Anchor, CHCH-TV

That moment of genius you get when you're about to fall asleep or the amazing revelation you had in the shower can be summed up as one word: a showerthought. Together, Scott and Tom explore some of the best showerthoughts the internet has to offer.

The LRT is back in the news thanks to updates from the provincial and federal governments, but how will they affect Hamilton? Guest: John-Paul Danko, Ward 8 Councilor, City of Hamilton - Paid sick days have been a talking point throughout the pandemic. Some are for it, some are against it. Scott weighs the options with the help of Peter Shawn Taylor. Guest: Peter Shawn Taylor, Senior Features Editor, C2C Journal - Nominees for the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame are released. Who's on the list? And who deserves to be inducted? Guest: Eric Alper, Publicist, Music Commentator & Shameless Idealist

Today's edition of Ben's Story of the Day features: 1) Everyone knows you should never cuddle up to a cactus. Some smuggler didn't get the message and had what must have been a very uncomfortable flight from China to New Zealand. 2) Dumping an ex is taking a new turn this Valentine's Day! For only $10 you can name a litter box after your ex! 3) Why does Zoom have the option to be a kitten? That's what a lawyer is asking following a mid-trial mishap that probably brought some much needed cuteness to what was likely a not so cute court case. Which one will be crowned Ben's Story of the Day? Which one is your story of the day?

Hamilton's bid to host the Commonwealth Games has reached a bit of a standstill. Where are things currently standing and is there still a possibility of seeing the games return to Hamilton? Guest: Louis Frapporti, Chair, Hamilton 2026 Commonwealth Games Bid Corporation - There are lots of names vying to be chosen as the new name of the Edmonton Football Team. So far none of them have really jumped out as a clear winner to Scott so he consults Steve Foxcroft to get his opinion on what seems to be a lacklustre list of options. Guest: Steve Foxcroft, Sports Broadcaster, NFL Chain Gang Member, NBA Court-side Administrator & Vice-President, Fluke Transport - The LCBO is selling a bottle of whisky for $85,000. Is it worth the price? Or is it too expensive for its taste? Guest: Davin De Kergommeaux, Spirits Author; International Whisky Judge; Founder, Canadian Whisky Awards

Steven Del Duca, leader of the Ontario liberal party, joined Scott to talk about what he thinks should happen to the trustees named in the report about racism on the Hamilton School Board. Will Canadians all be vaccinated by September? Some callers share their thoughts with Scott on that. Don Robertson shares his thoughts on this week in sports. Wasn't there some big event recently? He might bring it up.

Scott welcomes Bob Cowan to the show for this week's edition of The Brightest Conversation in Hamilton. Receiving the COVID-19 vaccine, March Break, interviewing celebrities and more gets covered along with the worst way you could announce "Mighty Ducks 4" while on the air. Guest: Bob Cowan, Co-host, Morning Live, CHCH-TV

Today's edition of Ben's Story of the Day features: 1) The driver who was pulled over and had officers discover that he chose to don his SCUBA gear before getting behind the wheel. 2) People can get verified on Twitter as actually being the people they are claiming to be so a prankster set up a fake business that said it would display that verified status on the exterior of your home. 3) The Ottawa Senators are now sponsored by Manscaped, a company for men's below-the-belt grooming (imagine the marketing opportunities here!). Which one will be crowned Ben's Story of the Day? Which one is your story of the day?

Once the pandemic is over, people spending money at restaurants, stores & more should restart our economy but they can't do it alone. The world market presents numerous opportunities for Canadian businesses to thrive. In the meantime, shouldn't we start investing in our businesses to ensure they're ready? Apparently the opposite is happening, we're falling behind! Guest: Bill Robson, CEO, C.D. Howe Institute - March Break is getting closer and closer with every day but the question as to whether or not it'll be cancelled this year. Turns out Scott's next guest has a third option in mind. What is it and how could it make better use of March Break? Guest: Dr. Paul Bennett, Founding Director & Lead Consultant, Schoolhouse Consulting and Author, "The State of the System" & Educhatter blog - A fund has been set up by some of the richest countries to help get vaccines in the hands of some of the poorest... and Canada is going to be taking back its donation to the fund. Scott opens the phone lines to hear what

Today's edition of Ben's Story of the Day features: 1) A zoo's Valentine's Day feature where you can pay $5 for them to name a cockroach after your ex and watch them feed said cockroach to one of their animals. 2) Some Czech guys who decided after a few drinks that their bulletproof vest hasn't been tested yet. 3) A Florida lawyer who tried making some... adult material featuring a sex worker and his client while said client was still in jail. Which one will be crowned Ben's Story of the Day? Which one is your story of the day?

Politics has really changed throughout the pandemic. Now we're seeing politicians who seem to be giving a message along the lines of 'don't listen to the other person'. Is our COVID-19 response more about why the other person is wrong and shouldn't be listened to instead of 'this is what we're doing and we're going to get it done'? Guest: Stephen LeDrew, Host, The LeDrew Three Minute Interview; Former President, Liberal Party of Canada - You might not like it but Scott has a football player on his mind who he's deemed the most overrated player ever. Is his performance in the upcoming Superbowl going to prove him wrong? Guest: Steve Foxcroft, Sports Broadcaster, NFL Chain Gang Member, NBA Court-side Administrator & Vice-President, Fluke Transport - Now that the announcement about kids returning to school has been made, what will Hamilton's public board do in preparation for the kids' returns? Guest: Dawn Danko, Chair, Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board

The Brightest Conversation in Hamilton welcomes Annette Hamm back to the show to debate the new travel restrictions that will be going in to place, vaccinations, an upcoming TV anniversary, the abandoned Hamilton home on sale for $500k and more. Guest: Annette Hamm, Co-host, Morning Live, CHCH-TV

A student found out something surprising about the professor teaching their online university class. Another student went by 'Reconnecting' during their online class. Kraft-Heinz will be making a limited run of Candy Kraft Dinner for Valentine's Day with the colour to match! Which story will be crowned Ben's Story of the Day? Which one is your story of the day?