August 2012
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Aug 31, 2012 5:00 AM
Scott Thompson
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Well here it is, finally or unfortunately, the last long weekend of the summer of 2012.
It’s been an eventful season.
We’ve had hot weather, Olympics, Para Olympics, holidays, forest fires, guns, body parts and a Royal Jubilee.
I could sound like my Dad and say ‘where did it go?’…
I could sound like my mom and say ‘it’s all over now!’….
I could sound like the retail commercials and say ‘fall has arrived’.
I could sound like the weather man and say, ‘it’s going to be a mild autumn.’
I could sound like my smart phone and go ‘dong!”
Or I could just kick back, shut it all off, take a deep breath, appreciate what I have and cherish the moment.
I hope you do the same.
Enjoy your long w/e!
I’m Scott Thompson.
The Scott Thompson Show
News/Talk 900 CHML
Hamilton, Ont. CAN.
905.521.9900x42205
scottthompson@900chml.com
www.ScottThompsonTalk.com
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Aug 30, 2012 5:00 AM
Scott Thompson
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Let’s talk about sick days.
I thought they were days you could take off while you were sick, and still get paid, while you get better.
I think that is a perk we have all come to expect and grateful to have.
But when did sick days start becoming pay or bonus or retirement savings?
I can understand all however we must be clear, of not only terminology, but also definition.
Sick days are to be used for intended purpose, not a last minute deal in order to get more from the government during “negotiations”.
This simply leads to the abuse of a benefit which it was not intended for.
You want a pay raise? Negotiate one in plain site we can all see.
Don’t hide it and then pretend you’re losing out.
That’s like claiming your life insurance before your dead because you never got sick.
Sick days are there for your well being. Not for your profit.
Back to reality…
I’m Scott Thompson.
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Thursday on The Scott Thompson Show
-Teachers debate
-Ribs!
-Roller coasters to spacecraft
-BLOG – What are ‘sick days’?
The Scott Thompson Show
News/Talk 900 CHML
Hamilton, Ont. CAN.
905.521.9900x42205
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Aug 29, 2012 5:00 AM
Scott Thompson
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The website www.whattodowiththekids.com has some great reading on raising kids.
They have just come out with 100 Lessons Kids Should Learn to Prepare Themselves for the Real World, (despite what teachers say).
Here’s a few of the best points.
#1
‘The world does not owe you anything’.
You have to earn what you have. No one is going to give you a life, house, or happiness.
Work hard, make the right choices and you’ll get what you want.
#2
‘Booze, drugs and cigarettes are expensive.’
Why not spend your money on things that you can use to make your life easier and without problems, like school.
School = money.
#3
‘Life is not fair.’
Things don’t always work out the way you would like.
Don’t stress. Learn from mistakes and improve.
If life was fair John Lennon would still be alive and we would have never heard of the Kardashians.
Their words not mine but you get the point. Hit their website for more.
I’m Scott Thompson.
The Scott Thompson Show
News/Talk 900 CHML
Hamilton, Ont. CAN.
905.521.9900x42205
scottthompson@900chml.com
www.ScottThompsonTalk.com
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Aug 28, 2012 5:00 AM
Scott Thompson
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It’s amazing to sit back and watch the political campaigning going on between the teachers union and the Liberal Government.
Both should be given Oscars for their performances on the public stage in the last few weeks.
Each doing their best to state only facts which support their interests while ignoring points of economic reality.
All we’re hearing about is, feeling betrayed by government, education will suffer, it’s an attack on teachers.
No, it’s an attack on a $15 billion deficit and a reality which the private sector has been living with since the recession back in 2008.
The Liberal government is still inefficient with your money.
The reality is, the government wants to stop a series of raises that will automatically kick in in September, cut benefits to teachers, and ban lockouts or strikes for two years.
How does that hurt the kids?
Sound familiar? The model is broken.
The recession was back in 2008. These deals should have NEVER been signed in the first place.
We didn’t have the money then, and we certainly don’t have it now.
That’s Reality 101, 2012 edition.
Now let’s move on.
I’m Scott Thompson.
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Tuesday on The Scott Thompson Show
-Shot bears in Burlington
-Bruce’s girl singer
-Creationism vs. Science
-Isaac coming?
-BLOG – Teachers union vs. Liberals
The Scott Thompson Show
News/Talk 900 CHML
Hamilton, Ont. CAN.
905.521.9900x42205
scottthompson@900chml.com
www.ScottThompsonTalk.com
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Aug 27, 2012 5:00 AM
Scott Thompson
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I swear I had half of Binbrook in my house on Saturday.
We had a surprise party for Eileen’s parent’s 50th wedding anniversary.
I don’t want to say there was a lot of hot air but, I had to bring in extra fans, despite the A/C being cranked.
That’s a lot of talk about old times, great memories, births and deaths, and the town’s rapid expansion!
Did you know there are now 3 pharmacy’s in Binbrook? Thanks Leonard!
The greatest moment was the surprised look on their faces when the happy couple walked up the front step.
That despite Kurtis being unable to restrain his excitement, pulling the door open and yelling SURPRISE! before they were even in the house.
We all say we don’t want a party or fuss, but when it’s all over, everyone says ‘we should do it more often’.
And we should.
Happy 50th Peggy & Ken!
I’m Scott Thompson.
The Scott Thompson Show
News/Talk 900 CHML
Hamilton, Ont. CAN.
905.521.9900x42205
scottthompson@900chml.com
www.ScottThompsonTalk.com
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Aug 24, 2012 5:00 AM
Scott Thompson
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Kudos to Jackson Square for anchoring another key tenant.
When we talked to them on Wednesday during their 40th anniversary celebrations they were very hush on the subject despite rumours abound.
Soon it was impossible to keep the lid on the fact that the new restaurant they were alluding to would be Buffalo’s infamous Anchor Bar.
Anyone who has consumed their own weight in wings knows the establishment well.
What a great fit for the entertainment area and the captive audience that Copp’s, the Convention Centre, and Hamilton Place brings to the mix not to mention the hotel expansion downtown.
Any restaurateur will tell you once one starts the block rolling; more will join in, raising the bar with every step.
And to those in border towns, you can now rejoice, and thank Hamilton.
Forget political intervention…this is the best way to stop cross border shopping.
Because now, there is simply no reason to go.
I’m Scott Thompson.
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Friday on The Scott Thompson Show
-Lance lost all
-New Blackberry
-Marineland
-Ice cream!
-BLOG – Anchor Bar
The Scott Thompson Show
News/Talk 900 CHML
Hamilton, Ont. CAN.
905.521.9900x42205
scottthompson@900chml.com
www.ScottThompsonTalk.com
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Aug 23, 2012 5:00 AM
Scott Thompson
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As you know we spent yesterday broadcasting live from Jackson Square celebrating their 40th anniversary, as well as reporting on the development going on in the downtown core.
Before I left yesterday I took the ride up the old Stelco Tower to the vacant 21st floor which Philip Environmental once occupied to the 24th.
Martinus Geleynse, whose company helped put on the festivities, encouraged management to open it up for the day for public viewing.
The floor is completely gutted so you can get a perfect 360 degree view of the city.
On one side you can see the city meet the harbour and then skyway.
On the other, it’s as if you are as high as the escarpment and can see right up it.
It’s amazing,
The first thing I thought of was the TD Centre in Toronto where the infamous Canoe restaurant gives you a breath taking view of their waterfront.
This space, which once stood for past Hamilton success, is thriving again.
When I went up after 3pm, almost 400 people had already been up to see what most working on the street never does.
Business is following.
Hold that Hammer head high!
I’m Scott Thompson.
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Thursday on The Scott Thompson Show
-Vested jail guards
-Dogs on Broadway
-Arkell’s Cats song
-Gore Park
-BLOG – Hold your Hammerhead high!
The Scott Thompson Show
News/Talk 900 CHML
Hamilton, Ont. CAN.
905.521.9900x42205
scottthompson@900chml.com
www.ScottThompsonTalk.com
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Aug 22, 2012 5:00 AM
Scott Thompson
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It’s hard to believe Jackson Square is 40 years old.
For many it still represents what’s new in downtown Hamilton.
There was great debate then, and still is now, on whether it should’ve ever been built.
That’s irrelevant now because, it’s here.
When I was at the grand opening of the new Lister Block it was amazing to see how all of these little pockets of downtown had re-invented themselves.
The Lister was the hub to bring it all together.
When I looked across the road at that block that included the old Eaton Centre building I thought, “Wow”.
What was once considered progress is now in need of a re-invention it self.
That is exactly what that block is doing from the library and farmers market right to Jackson Square and beyond.
When talk of a grocery store downtown was floated it seemed like a perfect fit and catalyst to merge old and new again.
Another piece of the puzzle is complete.
Kudos for all involved.
I’m Scott Thompson.
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Wednesday on The Scott Thompson Show
Live from Jackson Square 40th anniversary.
The Scott Thompson Show
News/Talk 900 CHML
Hamilton, Ont. CAN.
905.521.9900x42205
scottthompson@900chml.com
www.ScottThompsonTalk.com
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Aug 21, 2012 5:00 AM
Scott Thompson
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It seems with every passing day we become more and more insensitive and desensitized to what we are doing to each other.
We spent the early part of the summer discussing gun crimes and how brazen criminals have become.
Shootings that once only happened in a few neighbourhoods were now occurring in broad daylight, in crowded shopping malls, and even back yard barbecues.
Was it another summer of the gun?
Then the murder and dismemberment case involving Luka Magnotta captured the countries fears.
But what happens when what is considered a ‘freak’ occurrence starts becoming the norm?
Fast forward to this past week when more body parts were found in serval locations at two different parks in Toronto and Mississauga.
These two incidents are related although no evidence suggests a relation to the Magnotta case so this is, at this time, another separate occurrence.
A copy cat killing? Police aren’t saying much.
But it does make you wonder, what is next?
I’m Scott Thompson.
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Tuesday on The Scott Thompson Show
-Senior theft
-Hammer investment
-Binge drinking
-BLOG – What’s next?
Read the latest Hamilton Spec column here:
http://www.thespec.com/opinion/article/783996--hadfield-makes-russian-space-connection
The Scott Thompson Show
News/Talk 900 CHML
Hamilton, Ont. CAN.
905.521.9900x42205
scottthompson@900chml.com
www.ScottThompsonTalk.com
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Aug 20, 2012 5:00 AM
Scott Thompson
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Congratulations to 14 year old Annaleise Carr of Walsh Ontario.
She completed her 27 hour 52 km swim across Lake Ontario last night just before 9pm after leaving Niagara on the Lake on Saturday.
Annaleise touched the break wall at Toronto’s Marilyn Bell Park, a park named in honour of the first person to complete the feat back in 1954.
Many have done it since.
A crowd was on hand to welcome her although certainly not the 300,000 who gathered back in 1954.
Marilyn Bell was given a $10,000. prize from the C.N.E. for the challenge plus a car, TV, clothing, and furniture.
Annaleise, nothing, but has raised over $80,000. for Camp Trillium.
Carr is youngest to swim Lake Ontario.
To have the dedication, perseverance and guts to attempt the journey at any age is remarkable but to be successful at 14 is truly inspiring.
And when I think of my kids, seems impossible without some sort of portable waterproof video gaming device dangling in front of them.
I’m Scott Thompson.
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Monday on The Scott Thompson Show
-Pay raise?
-Smartphone use down?
-Jack Layton letter
-Jeff Rubin “End of Growth”
-BLOG – Swim the lake
The Scott Thompson Show
News/Talk 900 CHML
Hamilton, Ont. CAN.
905.521.9900x42205
scottthompson@900chml.com
www.ScottThompsonTalk.com
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