I’m privy to a lot of stuff that never actually makes the news. For example, right across the province there have been dozens of stolen cars in recent weeks right out of peoples’ driveways because owners have left the keys in them. Dozens.  Everywhere. …
Brandt’s Randt – Greedy Grinches Read More »
It was time to find out what all of the fuss was about. As a professional voice-over artist, I balked at joining Voices.com. Why should I, I asked, pay a subscription fee to join? Now I get it. …
The Swollen Glands, the Movember team that my Free-FM cohosts are part of, raised more than $4200 for men’s health this month. Â And today, Blair and Derek are waking up without scratchy, uncomfortable lip caterpillars. Â …
We Remember Movember Read More »
It’s not usual for a randt to come with a photo but this one does. Â …
Brandt’s Randt – Down in Front! Read More »
One day we were talking about things we’d like to do as a radio morning show team and Blair said, “How about a Big Show wing eating contest?” And thus, the Ultimate Wingman competition was born. …
Ultimate Wingmen and Women Read More »
One of my favourite actors is one of my least favourite people. Does that make sense? …
Brandt’s Randt – Advice for Alec Baldwin Read More »
Every year, the first snowfall causes mayhem on the roads. Â I still don’t understand how drivers can be so clueless about something we know is going to occur! Â For goodness sake, Environment Canada gives us two days’ notice before a single flake hits the highway. Â And so I randt. Â …
Brandt’s Randt – Snow, It’s An Annual Thing! Read More »
Toronto, London, Montreal, Detroit – I have the solution to your  Mayor woes. Just listen to this randt!
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Brandt’s Randt – I’ll Take Care of Your Mayor! Read More »
We’ve been playing this little ditty since Tim Hortons announced that London would be its Canadian test market for dark roast coffee. We also tested sandwiches, donuts and other items for the chain. In fact London is so typical that our city is used to test all sorts of new products. Â …
Tribute to Lou and to Tim Read More »
Dr. Seuss once said, “Don’t be sorry that it’s over. Be glad that it happened.”  That’s how I remind myself to feel about my time at 680 News when another year passes since I left, and I feel wistful about leaving a job and a work family I loved so much. …
There’s nothing quite like being part of a morning show to bring out the kid in you.  We kicked Halloween up a notch in several different ways.  First, we posed as a rock trio that’s about to perform here. …
How Was Your Halloween? Read More »
Some things are so simple. Â But for some people, they’re not simple enough. Â Today’s randt was inspired by our Mayor’s desire to revisit the garbage pickup schedule because he’s tired of hearing from constituents who are “confused” and “frustrated” by the current rotation. Â In the words of Jerry Seinfeld, “Who arrreeee these people?” Â And I randt. Â …
A Slightly Condescending Randt Read More »