CHCH Podcasts

Ahead of a major speech on reforming the UK's social care system, newly minted British Prime Minister Andy Burnham is reportedly set to announce substantial changes. Newsmakers Host Rick Zamperin asks University of Toronto political science professor Randall Hansen what Burnham may have up his sleeve.

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Football Reporters of Canada president Jeff Hamilton was talking "three-down football" on this Sportsline Podcast. In addition to speaking with hosts Bubba O'Neil about the effect of recent rule changes, the "CFL 110" podcast host discussed the rise of the Elks, who's the league's best quarterback and Tre Ford's opportunity to lead the Tiger-Cats.

While some people say artificial intelligence data centres are needed as AI applications explode, others are protesting their arrival. Newsmakers Host Rick Zamperin spoke with Gianni Parise from McMaster University and William Semeluk from s2e Technologies about their proposed AI data centre partnership at the former Hamilton Spectator building.

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Extreme heat waves and dry conditions have ignited hundreds of wildfires in northern Ontario and across the country. Newsmakers Host Rick Zamperin asks McMaster University atmospheric chemistry professor Sarah Styler why wildfires are becoming more prevalent.

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Joining host Bubba O'Neil on this Sportsline Podcast were the U10 NFL Flag National Champion South Halton Eagles. In addition to discussing their love for flag football and team bonding, the players shared their reactions to winning it all in Ottawa.

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Niagara police are asking for the public’s help in locating two suspects following a fatal shooting Thursday night.

AFC Toronto goalkeeper Sabrina D'Angelo was today's guest on the Sportsline Podcast. In this sit-down with host Bubba O’Neil, the Welland native who also plays for the national squad spoke about her youth soccer days, the passion for her position and why she left Aston Villa in England for Canada's Northern Super League.

This week's decision by the Bank of Canada to hold the line on interest rates will give home buyers and sellers a measure of certainty regarding borrowing costs. But will it trigger more home sales in Hamilton, Halton and Niagara? Host Rick Zamperin asked realtor Michael St. Jean how the central bank's decision impacts buyers and sellers.

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The Royal Canadian Legion is celebrating its 100th year of service to veterans and communities across Canada. On July 17, a Legion branch in Stoney Creek is inviting residents from Hamilton and the surrounding area to a free community celebration to mark the milestone. Newsmakers Host Rick Zamperin chats with Stewart Jones, the president of Royal Canadian Legion Battlefield Branch 622.

Mark Jankowski of the Carolina Hurricanes was the guest on this Sportsline Podcast. In this sit-down with host Bubba O'Neil, the Dundas native spoke about the highs and lows of his NHL journey, playing hockey in Raleigh and what it feels like to be called a Stanley Cup champion.

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Canadian Baseball Hall of Famer Kate Psota was the guest on this Sportsline Podcast. In addition to talking to host Bubba O'Neil about her recent induction and career, the Burlington native told a funny story about how her parents knew baseball was her sport for life.

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The top Strongman & Strongwoman athletes will square off at the Provincial Championships on Saturday, July 18 in Hamilton. Joining host Bubba O'Neil on this Sportsline Podcast is competition organizer Andrew Wilson to break down the event, along with competitors Annie Carver and Liam Harrison.

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With the nation in the midst of World Cup fever, sports management analyst Hugh GS joined host Bubba O’Neil on the Sportsline Podcast. In addition to speaking about Toronto as a host city and the growth of soccer in this country was Hugh's prediction for Canada's match against Morocco.

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A year after launching a low-cost tutoring service to help high schoolers make the jump to university, three McMaster students have donated their profits to the Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation. On an all-new episode of Newsmakers, host Rick Zamperin found out why.

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A team from Hamilton is among those competing in the upcoming season of Amazing Race Canada. Twin sisters Tina and Liz Liao join Newsmakers host Rick Zamperin to discuss their experience on the popular reality TV show.

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PWHL Hamilton forward Kayla Vespa was host Bubba O'Neil's guest on this Sportsline Podcast. In addition to discussing her journey from New York to Hamilton along with the inspiration of her father and Alex Ovechkin was Kayla's explanation of the full-time job she had before becoming a pro hockey player.

One of the candidates in Burlington's mayoral race says he wants to bring more fiscal responsibility to city hall. Newsmakers Host Rick Zamperin speaks with Ward 3 Coun. Rory Nisan, who's running against Ward 2 Coun. Lisa Kearns and incumbent Marianne Meed Ward.

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Following a successful rookie campaign, the Niagara Ironbacks are playing their second season. On this Sportsline Podcast, host Bubba O'Neil asked owner Mal Romanin about building the franchise, Hall of Fame manager Richard Griffin and the Perfect Game Collegiate Baseball League.

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After 35 years, Burlington's iconic Club 54 nightclub is set to close as its longtime owner retires after one final summer of celebration. Club 54 owner Gene Quondamatteo takes a stroll down memory lane with Newsmakers host Rick Zamperin.

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The two-day Niagara 5000 event in September brings together lovers of world-class automobiles, private planes, yachts, fine dining and world-class hospitality. On this Sportsline Podcast, CEO Alana Hurov spoke about the event and how it supports up-and-coming racers like Canada's Alana Carter and McMaster Children's Hospital.

After nearly a dozen years as mayor of Lincoln, Sandra Easton is getting ready to call it a career. After announcing that she will not seek re-election this fall, Easton joins Newsmakers host Rick Zamperin to discuss her time in office and what she envisions for Niagara going forward.

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Executive director Wendy Donnan and co-host Pierce Lang of the Oakville Film Festival were the guests on this Sportsline Podcast. In their conversation with host Bubba O'Neil, the pair discussed their lineup of featured sports films, including the soccer docuseries "Game and Glory."

CHCH News anchor and Morning Live co-host Annette Hamm has brought viewers stories from Hamilton, Halton, Niagara and beyond for more than 40 years. She joins Newsmakers host Rick Zamperin to look back at how she got her start in the news business, why she is retiring now and what's next for her.

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