Former colleagues from The News Hour on BCTV/Global (fomerly CHAN-TV) join Tony to reminisce over their experiences together. Enjoy a trip down memory lane with News Broadcaster/Journalist Pamela Martin, News Director Cameron Bell and Weatherman Wayne Cox. It’s safe to say that The News Hour on BCTV/Global was the second most-watched local television newscast in North America!

With over two decades at Canada's top broadcast news divisions her credentials and experience are unparalleled in the industry. To list but a few of her accomplishments, she served as; Managing Editor for ‘The New Reality’ on Global National News, Executive Producer of ‘Global National News’

A PhD in zoology and a BA in biology, 25 honorary degrees, 4 Geminis awards and list of publications are enough to make most of us feel rather unaccomplished! Dr. Suzuki is an environmental troubadour, geneticist and broadcaster, he has also authored a staggering 52 books the host of his landmark television series; The Nature of Things, which aired for 44 years in numerous countries.

Provincial Health Officer for the Province of British Columbia, the first woman in that position. She’s served as Clinic Associate Professor clinic at the University of British Columbia, she was a family doctor and is a specialist in public health and preventive medicine. Dr. Henry led the Province of British Columbia’s response on the COVID-19 Pandemic and the drug overdose emergency. She was recognized in the New York Times as: “…the most effective public health official in the world.”

Tony’s esteemed guest and fellow broadcaster joined CTV Television Network's news division after graduating university. Initially worked as a junior secretary to News Director, Donald Cameron. She later advanced to production manager then research for W5, as well as reporting for CTV National News and Canada AM. In the 80’s she became anchor for the newscasts on Canada AM in 1980, making her the first woman in Canada to hold a full-time position as a national news anchor. Then in 1985 she became weekend anchor of CTV National News, a post she has held ever since.

The voice of ‘Hockey Night’ in Canada on the CBC and Rogers Sportsnet. Jim has also covered multiple Winter Olympics, NHL All-Star Games, the Winter Classic and numerous Stanley Cup Finals. A Gemini award-winner for his work in television, he also won the 2014 Canadian Screen Award for his play-by-play call of the Stanley Cup final.

As the former Chief Correspondent for the CBC news and Anchor of The National News, Peter shares remarkable stories on his early life, his budding career in Churchill Manitoba and his experiences as a Broadcast Journalist. This episode offers a deep dive into the life of one of Canada’s most trusted voices. You’ll enjoy Peter’s candid insights regarding the viability of the CBC, and the public’s mistrust with the media, in the evolving world of journalism.

In the premiere episode of The Tony Parsons Show, long-time friend and TV legend Wayne Cox takes over as host to interview Tony himself. With decades of history together, Wayne and Tony dive into stories from their broadcasting days and Tony’s remarkable career in journalism. From radio beginnings to TV fame, this episode kicks off the series with nostalgia and insight. Don’t miss this candid conversation between two iconic voices in Canadian media!

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