Maritime Noon From Cbc Radio (highlights)

On the phone-in: We have a conversation about Canadian sovereignty. Our guests are Robert Huish and Ken Hansen. Is our sovereignty at risk considering Donald Trump's threats against Greelend and other countries? And off the top of the show, we hear about a senior in Belmont, NS, who was bitten by her neighbour's dog in December.

On the phone-in: Melanie Langille and Robert MacDonald join us for a conversation about ways to quit smoking and vaping. Listeners share their stories. And off the top, we speak with Geoff Irvine from the Lobster Council of Canada about a 43 per cent increase in sales of live lobster to countries other than China and the US.

On the phone-in: Dan Monk and Deneika Coakley provide advice on renovating your home. And off the top, we speak with Natasha Chestnut, executive director of the Restaurant Association of Nova Scotia. She comments on the dip in business at this time of year.

On the phone-in: Our guests are Cambria Olding and Alex Berry from East Coast Plunge. They discuss the benefits of jumping into cold water. And off the top, we hear about a second tiny home community in Fredericton, NB, that will house people who are struggling to find housing.

On the phone-in: Listeners call automotive expert, Doug Bethune. He answers their questions to help keep their car in good repair. And off the top, we speak with Sparky Smith. She's a dog psychologist and she discusses the fatal dog attack that happened last weekend in Welshtown, NS.

On the phone-in: Start the new year off right with advice from physiotherapist, Laura Lundquist from Zoomers Physiotherapy. She answers questions about exercise programs and injury prevention. And off the top of the show, we hear comments from the rate hearings for Nova Scotia Power. We also hear about a fire at the power generating plant in Summerside, PEI.

On the phone-in: Robert Huish who's an associate professor in the faculty of social sciences at Dalhousie University, answers questions about the US invasion of Venezuela. And off the top of the show, the CBC's Elizabeth Chiu reports on a case of alleged environmental racism in Shelburne, NS. 

On the phone-in: Wildlife biologist Bob Bancroft takes your questions about wild animals you're seeing in your community. But first, Fresh Start Services in Saint John, NB are mourning the 38 clients who were unhoused and lost their lives in the past 12 months. 

On the phone-in: We're joined by New Brunswick comedian, James Mullinger and Halifax-based author, Jane Doucet to reflect on the last year and hear what they are looking forward to in 2026. And off the top, a conversation about the impacts of consumer fireworks.  

On the phone-in: we discuss the central role of general stores in the Maritimes, both historically and today. And off the top, we hear about concerns over inadequate lakeshore development regulations in NS, and a Christmas Day fire at the Charlottetown Farmers Market.

On the phone-in: Eric Murphy and Barry Walker tackle all your heat-pump related problems. And off the top: a live weather update from meteorologist Tina Simpkin, and we hear from a NS Power customer upset about an estimated bill that's thousands of dollars higher than usual.

On the phone-in: It's Holiday Greetings on the Air, a long-held holiday tradition on Maritime Noon. We hand the show over to our listeners to pass along their holiday greetings to loved ones no matter where they are.

Today's phone-in: we discuss holiday drinks, cocktails and mocktails, with a sommelier and a purveyor of non-alcoholic cocktails. And off the top, the NS government is exploring the onshore gas industry again, but not everyone is on board. Plus, we hear about meals and memories on PEI.

Today's phone-in: our painting and stain expert Jim white takes your calls. But first, Amy Howe of the Grand Manan Fishermen's Association discusses the new European Green crab fishery in New Brunswick.

On the phone-in: Niki Jabbour answers questions about holiday plants and general gardening questions. And off the top of the show, the CBC's Elizabeth Chiu files a report about Samuel Provo-Benoit who has prompted changes in the healthcare system by speaking out.

On the phone-in: Appliance repair technician, Aaron Publicover, gives advice to listeners. And off the top of the show, we speak with Ashleigh Myles from Nova Scotia. She is doing a massive cycling trip from Alaska to the tip of South America and is almost done

On the phone-in: Veterinarian Dr Karyn Steele answers listeners' questions about their pets. And off the top of the show, we hear from the RCMP in New Brunswick. The RCMP is about to launch a specialized unit by the end of this year to investigate an increase in human trafficking.

On the phone-in: Our guest is Emily Rae. She's a Senior Financial Planning Advisor with Assante Capital Management Limited in Halifax. She discusses ways for people to avoid overspending during the holiday season. And off the top of the show, we hear about the possibility of red light cameras being installed at four intersections in Fredericton.