The Alex Pierson Show
640 Toronto / Curiouscast
The Alex Pierson show is an in-depth, no-nonsense look at the stories making headlines. Alex has more than 20 years in the field and behind an anchor desk, and is known and respected for her tough reporting style and accountability. Join the daily conversation with the Alex Pierson Show, and never miss an important story again.
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Nov 10, 2023 • 11min
Why this Hamilton-area creamery is a stinkin' big deal in the Cheese World
Host Alex Pierson speaks with Tor Krueger, Owner and Co-founder of Udder Way Artisan Cheese in Hannan, Ontario, about winning big at this year's World Cheese Awards in Norway. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 10, 2023 • 12min
Why this 24-year-old Toronto man is interviewing WWII and Korean War Veterans - and needs your help!
Host Alex Pierson speaks with Zach Dunn, Founder and Director of Remembering Canada’s Veterans. Visit Zach's website to learn more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 10, 2023 • 9min
New hostage videos indicates 'sign of life' - what goes into hostage negotiation talks?
Host Alex Pierson speaks with Phil Andrew, Principal of PAX Group, a global crisis and conflict management consultancy, and a former FBI hostage negotiator. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 10, 2023 • 9min
There's been a jump in dog attacks in Toronto - how do we hold irresponsible owners accountable?
Host Alex Pierson speaks with Aaron Murray, Personal injury lawyer specializing in animal attacks, Partner at Leone Murray LLP. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 9, 2023 • 8min
How AI is about to make spam calls even worse
Host Alex Pierson speaks with Jonathan Nelson, director of product management for Hiya, company that specializes in detecting spam phone calls. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 9, 2023 • 8min
'We won't be silenced': New giant milk carton campaign features faces of children kidnapped by Hamas
Host Alex Pierson speaks with Dorit, one of the organizers of the Milk Carton campaign. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 9, 2023 • 10min
Blacklocks Check-In: Trudeau hired an election team, but no election has been announced
Host Alex Pierson speaks with Tom Korski, Managing Editor of Blacklocks Reporter, about the Liberal Party appointing a re-election campaign committee but no mention was made for a vote, the Commons yesterday by a 292 to 30 vote rejected a New Democrat motion to remove GST from all home heating, and Environment Minister Steven Guilbeault yesterday said Canadians must do more to meet climate targets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 9, 2023 • 11min
'I'm dead': Ontario woman recounts horrific dog attack
Host Alex Pierson speaks with Chris (Christine) Bonnett, 75 year old Norfolk County woman who was recently attacked by a dog when taking out the garbage. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 9, 2023 • 11min
ArriveCan: Federal chief technology officer lied to committee, PM Trudeau 'concerned'
Host Alex Pierson speaks with Michael Barrett, Conservative MP for Leeds, Grenville, Thousand Islands and Rideau Lakes and Shadow Minister Of Ethics and Accountable Government. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 9, 2023 • 10min
Jobs or housing? New report suggests Premier Ford's land set aside for jobs in Ontario is under threat.
Host Alex Pierson speaks with Giles Gherson, president and CEO of the Toronto Region Board of Trade, about how the loss of employment lands is a "silent killer" of jobs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
