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Our ability to get from Point A to Point B is something lots of us take for granted. But transporting people and products across town or across the country every day is neither simple nor easy. Join us as we explore the challenges on Thinking Transportation, a podcast about how we get ourselves — and the things we need — from one place to another. Every other week, an expert from the Texas A&M Transportation Institute or other special guest will help us dig deep on a wide range of topics. Fi ...
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The FEED

105.9 The Region

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THE FEED is a weekly news magazine that goes behind the scenes and into more depth on the stories we have reported throughout the week or presents stories that need more time to tell. Hosted by Ann Rohmer, hear compelling interviews, local stories and local personalities - listen to The Feed weekly for the stories of York Region.
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Joining us – authors and politicians …community builders and a Canadian music legend and hometown hero. Christian Wehrli has organized a very special walk called the Fairly Trail Walk for Esther and is raising funds for children's books in local libraries in honour of his late sister. We have Dennis Bulani, a Saskatchewan farmer and author who wrot…
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Our guests on the show include: Josh Landau, Director of Government Relations, Ontario, with the Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs who speaks with us about the rise in hate crimes in the GTA. Ken Campbell, award winning hockey writer who cuts through the noise surrounding the Maple Leafs heartbreaking, gut-wrenching, and hope dashing loss in gam…
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Today – we cover some of the stories that made headlines this week along with a great lineup of guests including: Nicholas Jennings, music journalist, historian and board member for the Toronto Music Experience who speaks to us about the launch of this project. Ontario minister of municipal affairs and housing, Rob Flack, who will share details of …
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Today – as always - we have a great mix of trending, Insightful, York Region-focussed stories along with A stellar guest list - including: Mike Smith who shares what’s happening at the Aurora Sports Hall of Fame and how you can get involved, plus Vaughan Mayor Stephen Del Duca introduces Vaughan Flavours - a new local food festival set for July and…
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IF YOU ARE A REGULAR LISTENER, YOU WILL KNOW THAT NOT ONLY HAS ANN BEEN MISSING, THE FEED ITSELF HAS BEEN ON HIATUS AS WE RETOOLED AT THE STATION. TODAY’S SHOW MARKS OUR RETURN AND BECAUSE OF THIS WE HAVE SEVERAL GUESTS WHO WILL GET US ALL BACK IN THE SWING OF THINGS. WE ARE EXCITED TO BE JOINED BY: CO-FOUNDER AND CHIEF GROWTH OFFICER OF THE NORTHE…
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April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration estimates that more than 40,000 Americans died on U.S. roadways in 2023. We talk with TTI safety experts Emily Martin and Srinivas Geedipally about how distracted driving can lead to tragedy and what we can do, as drivers and passengers, to make…
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Tracing its origins to the Air Commerce Act of 1926, the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) was established in 1967 as an independent agency inside the U.S. DOT charged with investigating why transportation accidents happen. In 1974, it became an independent federal agency separate from the DOT. Although largely focused on aviation, the ag…
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In 1950, the Texas A&M Board of Directors charged the Texas Transportation Institute (now the Texas A&M Transportation Institute, or TTI) to enlist the broad resources of the college across the spectrum of transportation research to benefit Texas, while also providing unique educational opportunities for students to study and work in the field. Thi…
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Eric Jolliffe, former Chief of York Regional Police; who has taken on the role of Chair and CEO of the Regional Municipality of York, spoke with Ann Rohmer about his responsibilities and goals for the region. Jolliffe talks about his learning curve in his new role, emphasizing the importance of collaborative partnerships and understanding the wide …
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Ann Rohmer spoke with Adrienne Batra the editor in chief of the Toronto Sun who discusses the implications of Trump's tariffs on Canada and the need for Canada to diversify its trade markets. One of the potential impacts of tariffs is the cost of food. Joining Bailey Higgins is with Tasha Cortese, a Registered Dietitian at Mackenzie Health who prov…
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Folks are living longer thanks to medical breakthroughs and healthier lifestyles, and that means our overall U.S. population is skewing older. The Texas Demographic Center notes that the U.S. population aged 65 and older spiked between 2010 and 2020, the largest 10-year growth on record. That means more drivers on the road are older too, and statis…
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Ontario, we are going to the polls in just under a month. Ann Rohmer is with political analyst and host of the "3 Minute Interview", Stephen LeDrew to better understand the what, why, when and where of this snap election. Blue Monday is now in the rearview mirror, but its root cause is still with us. Shaliza Bacchus spoke with Rebecca Shields, CEO …
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A ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas was about to come to fruition last Sunday, but cracks began to appear in the already fragile agreement. Romi Gonen was captured by Hamas on October 7th, 2023, as she tried to escape the Nova Music Festival. Joining Ann Rohmer is Romi's cousin Maureen Leshem who never stopped working toward and believing in …
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Roundabouts and other innovative intersections offer a number of advantages over more traditional designs, including improved sustainability, reliability, and resilience--and astonishing benefits to traffic safety for drivers. Amanda Austin, the Texas Department of Transportation's (TxDOT's) lead in implementing these alternative designs, and TTI R…
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A dire warning earlier this week from Premier Doug Ford about the possible impact Trump's tariffs could have on our economy, including the potential loss of up to 500,000 jobs here in Ontario. Ann Rohmer is with Dan Kelly, President and CEO of the Canadian Federation of Independent Business with his views. We often hear of the hate filled rhetoric …
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The Angus Reid Institute has been tracking the reaction of Canadians to the trials and tribulations of Justin Trudeau these past many months. Ann Rohmer speaks with Dave Korzinski Research Director at the Angus Reid Institute about the results of their most recent poll. According to the recently released RE/Max Canadian housing Market 2025 outlook.…
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In June 2024, TTI's Roadside Safety and Physical Security Team crashed a Tesla Model 3 electric vehicle (EV) into a heavy-duty guardrail at 62 miles per hour. When the EV blew right through the barrier, researchers were stunned. TTI Senior Research Engineer Roger Bligh, whose 38 years of roadside safety barrier testing experience oversaw the test, …
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Despite the cheer, the colourful lights and the Holly Jolly movies, many people do not feel merry and bright at this time of year. Ann Rohmer is with Rebecca Shields, CEO, Canadian Mental Health Association, York Region South Simcoe to discuss why is it that so many of us at this time of the year, or feel sad, lonely left, out, forgotten, unloved a…
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Administered by the U.S. Department of Transportation, the University Transportation Centers Program provides grants to college and university consortia across America. With an emphasis on innovating transportation technologies, educating the next generation of transportation professionals, and transferring technology to share lessons learned, the …
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The 15th edition of Canada's Food Price Report was released on December the 5th. Ann Rohmer is with Dr. Sylvain Charlebois, senior director, Agri-food Analytics Lab at Dalhousie University and also project lead on Canada's Food Price Report, 2025. There are many people dealing with Type 1 diabetes, and there's many breakthroughs this country is try…
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Artificial intelligence is finding its way into many aspects of our lives these days, including healthcare. Ann Rohmer is joined by Dr. Kristy Prouse, Chief Medical Officer at Regenalife to explain A.I.'s role in medicine and what it could mean for our healthcare in the future. Shaliza Bacchus is with Sarah and Emily Dahlgren, two sisters who found…
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For more than two decades, TTI has championed young driver safety, preventing injury and saving lives through education, empowerment, and peer-led outreach. Supported by public- and private-sector sponsors, the Institute's Youth Transportation Safety (YTS) Program recently published Texas Trends, 2024, which captures data regarding young driver att…
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Ann Rohmer is with Habitat for Humanity, Canada's CEO Pedro Barretta to discuss the recent stunning survey released by Habitat for Humanity Canada about the affordable housing crisis, focusing on the challenges faced by so many when it comes to making ends meet. Recent photos of garbage within the backdrop of pristine beauty and Rouge National Urba…
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Ann Rohmer speaks with Wayne Emerson who announced his retirement from the Regional Municipality of York. He will be hanging up his hat on November 29th, 39 years after first tossing it into the political ring. Ann Rohmer is with Vaughan Mayor Steven Del Duca, who is marking the midway point of his first term as the Mayor of the City of Vaughan. He…
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November is domestic abuse awareness month. Here in Canada, one organization has launched a campaign called Taking Your Breath Away. Ann Rohmer is with Jaspreet Gill, Executive Director of the York Region Centre for Community Safety to discuss. A.I. is both feared and embraced for the opportunities it creates. IMSTA FESTA makes the case that artist…
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International commerce depends on trucks crossing national borders regularly, reliably, and securely. Ports of entry like the bridges connecting the United States and Mexico in El Paso, Texas, are vital to both nations' economic vitality. But what happens when a major conduit like The Bridge of the Americas is closed for updating? Where does that t…
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Ann Rohmer is with the Honorable Edith Dumont to discuss the importance of Remembrance Day and why it is important that we pay tribute to those who fought and died for our freedoms while also honoring the veterans who are still with us today. The Unionville Men's Hockey Club is a dedicated group of men and women who have been playing hockey for a l…
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With just a few days until the answer to the question of who will be the next President of the United States, Ann Rohmer speaks with MSNBC's Ali Velshi on his perspective. Ann Rohmer is joined by Adam Gordon, President of Gordon's Downsizing and Estate Services to discuss a new real estate trend with move managers taking the stress out of downsizin…
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Texas A&M University's Department of Multidisciplinary Engineering offers an online master of engineering in engineering degree designed for engineering professionals interested in management. Led by the Texas A&M Transportation Institute (TTI), this program offers valuable real-world experience from qualified instructors in topics like working wit…
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The updated fall winter COVID vaccine will be available to anyone six months of age or older this coming Monday, October the 28th. So exactly what will it protect against? Are Canadians still interested in rolling up their sleeves to protect against COVID-19? Ann Rohmer is with Dr. Isaac Bogoch; an Associate Professor at the University of Toronto i…
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Canada's fertility rate was at its lowest level in recorded history for the second year in a row in 2023. Are we in the midst of a birth rate crisis? What are the reasons behind lagging birth rates here in Canada? And what does our future look like as a result? Ann Rohmer is joined by Dave Korzinski, Research Director - Angus Reid to explain a very…
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On September 17, 2024, the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine released a report following a study of freight trains longer than 7,500 feet and their impacts on local communities. Requested by the U.S. Congress, the report recommends empowering regulatory agencies to address challenges such as safety concerns and traffic delays…
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Ann Rohmer is joined by Jeanne Beker to talk about her most recent life journey, parallel journeys actually; her battle with breast cancer and the writing of her new memoir, Heart on my Sleeve. October is breast cancer awareness month, Tina Cortese is with Laura to discuss her breast cancer journey. Ann Rohmer speaks with Sep Assadian VP founder Su…
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Ann Rohmer is with Maureen Leshem. Her cousin, Romy Gonen, just 24 years old, was kidnapped by Hamas while she was attending a music festival in Israel almost a year ago. While the world waits, worries and wonders, we ask where do we go from here? Noah Shack, VP of Countering Anti-semitism and Hate with the United Jewish Appeal (UJA) Federation of …
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Monday, September 30th, marks the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. This day honours the children who never returned home and the survivors of residential schools, as well as their families in communities across the country and here in York Region, Canadians will gather to reflect and remember Tina Cortese is with Kim Wheeler, producer and…
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The Washington Post recently reported that electric vehicles (EVs) now outnumber gas-powered cars in Norway, the first country to claim that distinction. The U.S. Joint Office of Energy and Transportation--a shared agency of the U.S. Departments of Energy and Transportation--was created in 2021 under the bipartisan infrastructure law to help facili…
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Ann Rohmer is with Dr. Allan Grill, Chief of Family Medicine at Oak Valley Health’s Markham Stouffville Hospital to discuss the start of respiratory illness season, and how we can prepare for what's to come; COVID, Flu and RSV. York region has introduced a new helipad at Paramedic Services headquarters in East Gwillimbury. Glen Perkins speaks with …
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Feeding hungry children here in Canada is a growing problem. The pandemic created economic uncertainty and then along came inflation, rising interest rates and a much higher cost of living. There has been some relief over the past few months in the form of rate cuts by the Bank of Canada, with more expected in October. Ann Rohmer speaks with Sylvai…
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With National Truck Driver Appreciation Week (Sept. 15-21) just around the corner, it seemed a good time to revisit our interview with Mark Willis from almost exactly one year ago. This is the week in which the trucking industry celebrates the contributions of roughly 3.5 million professional truck drivers nationwide, who deliver the essential good…
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There has been an alarming surge in violent crime here in York region. And the stats released earlier this week by York Regional Police are jaw-dropping. York Regional Police chief Jim MacSween joins Ann Rohmer to discuss. York region as we know it will change forever on September the 21st with a ribbon cutting ceremony in the town of Aurora for th…
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This 89th episode of Thinking Transportation is a landmark event. Host Bernie Fette, who is retiring from service to the state of Texas after more than 30 years, is passing the podcast hosting baton to Allan Rutter, TTI's Freight Practice Leader. Included in his decades of transportation-related employment, Allan served as Federal Railroad Administ…
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Ann Rohmer is joined by Jon Roe from the Angus Reed Institute to discuss a recent survey asking Canadians about Kamala Harris and her bid for the White House. The Paris 2024 Paralympic Games get underway next week, with the opening ceremony on Wednesday the 28th of August. Joining Ann Rohmer with everything we need to know about the 17th Paralympic…
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There's a major shortage of dermatologists in this country. That shortage could lead to undiagnosed skin cancers. Dr. Gabrielle Weichert - President of the Canadian Dermatology Association joins Ann Rohmer to discuss. Glynn Perkins is joined by Graham MacGregor, Parliamentary Assistant to Ontario's Solicitor General to discuss the justice system an…
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oAnn Rohmer is with Jessica Fraser Thomas, an expert in youth sport. She's also associate Professor, School of Kinesiology and Health Science, Faculty of Health at York University to discuss the lessons learned from the Paris Olympics, and can these lessons be applied to our everyday lives? Ann Rohmer is with Canada's travel guy Jim Byers to discus…
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