www.TheMotts.ca

Keep up the great work
2012-02-03 by Blair
Good Morning Paul and Carol, I live out in Northern BC and Ive been listening to your podcasts for some time now. Living in Northern BC its hit or miss to find any real news. You cant imagine how great it was to hear your show for the first time. When I lived in Toronto in the 90s I loved to read the little odd stories in the Toronto Star and to hear talk radio with all the different stories. The one story that really stands out in my mind was one of the back page stories about a drive by where a lady was pelted with donuts. What a Canadian story. I really enjoy listening to the two of you. And I would love to hear more Canadian storiesnews on your show. Keep up the great work. Sincerely Blair Johnston

The Motts:
Thanks Blair! Great to hear from you. Gotta love this technology. Tell your friends. If you have topic ideas please send them along. Have a great weekend!

Your Stock guy
2012-02-03 by Mary
Hi Motts, If you don't mind, can you give me who you use for your Stock investments. Greatly appreciated Mary

The Motts:
Sam Panzures of Dundee Securities
Executive Director, Private Client Group
Senior Investment Advisor
416-733-3574

Obamas Car
2012-02-02 by Venessa
I think you guys have your heads full of straw if you think Obama's car is worth a million bucks. That's about 990,000 more than is it worth. It's not history, it's a car... maybe he should keep for next year when he is no longer President.

The Motts:
Lol! Not to sure about that. What would you pay for George Washington's coach?

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The Motts:
Thanks Blair! Great to hear from you. Gotta love this technology. Tell your friends. If you have topic ideas please send them along. Have a great weekend!

Your Stock guy
2012-02-03 by Mary
Hi Motts, If you don't mind, can you give me who you use for your Stock investments. Greatly appreciated Mary

The Motts:
Sam Panzures of Dundee Securities
Executive Director, Private Client Group
Senior Investment Advisor
416-733-3574

The Motts:
Lol! Not to sure about that. What would you pay for George Washington's coach?

the honour killings
2012-01-30 by Norma
We don't need these kind of people in our country - they should be sent back - it's a joke that we will be paying enormous amounts of money to keep them here. They don't belong in this country - our values are obviously very different from theirs.

The Motts:
Amen!

Timmy Thomas
2012-01-30 by Jack
The thing that irritates me the most is this affectionate child-is-ation of our hockey players names. 'Don't like you, don't want anything to do with you' sounds more likely to come from a Tim not a Timmy. Thankfully no one called Wendall Clark Wendy.

The Motts:
Actually they did Jack. Didn't like that much, but I hear your point.

TIMMY THOMAS
2012-01-25 by Paul
Of course, Carol is right! You show respect for the office, not necessarily the person. Timmy Thomas was disrespectful to the office of the President of the United States. That's is why is wrong with people today they lack RESPECT.

The Motts:
Carol says..."You're absolutely right Paul!" Paul says...Oh pooh!

The Etiquette of Formal Diplomacy
2012-01-24 by Sandy
Tim Thomas should be very ashamed and so should you Paul Mott! There is a thing called "Protocol" which I am so surprised that with Paul coming from a Military family does not see in this situation. The Boston Bruins "Team" are the Stanley Cup Winners and are invited to The White House to be congratulated by "The President of the United States". Tim Thomas' decision is nothing more than a rude gesture from a little man with no respect for the highest Office in his Country. Carol is SO RIGHT...Tim Thomas is a "little snot and classless twit" What a poor example he is setting. There is a time and a place to express his political views....this was not it!

The Motts:
Hi Sandy, I do understand where you and Carol are coming from and to a degree you have a point. I guess I just appreciate his refreshing blunt honesty. 'Don't like you, don't want anything to do with you'. He ain't playin the game. He feels no obligation to do what is expected. Cool!

Sunshine Lollipops and Rainbows
2012-01-20 by Connie
We LOVE that song. In the speech my husband and I gave at our daughter's wedding 7 years ago, we quoted the lyrics "sunshine, lollipops and rainbows, everything that's wonderful is sure to come your way, when you're in love to stay".

The Motts:
Hi Connie there seems to be a HUGE controversy developing over our use of this song!!! lol

SOPA
2012-01-18 by Cilla
Hi Carol and Paul, Thanks for mentioning SOPA on your show today. Hopefully you could have Michael Geist as a guest, in the near future. He's a law professor at the University of Ottawa and he holds the Canada Research Chair of Internet and E-commerce Law. I'm sure he would be an interesting and informative source regarding SOPA and PIPA. From what I understand, U.S. Congress is seeking internet regulation thats on par with China and Iran (by giving the U.S. Government the power to censor the web using similar techniques employed by those countries) ...soooo that got my attention! Although SOPA is proposed US legislation, apparently it would impact Canadians as well, inasmuch as certain provisions would also treat Canadian IP addresses as if they were subject to U.S. jurisdiction. Wow that's mind boggling to me! Hopefully you will have a guest on that can clear up some of these concerns for me. Thanks again for your show. Cilla

The Motts:
Hi Cilla,
Interesting you mention Michael Geist. We had hoped to have him on today to discuss this. Stay tuned. We will try to get him soon. His website was blacked out in protest.

Proper Dress Rebuttal
2012-01-18 by Jack
Hoping to arouse a strong Paul Mott come back, I poured my heart out with one of the best pieces of prose I have written since high school. Youre best shot is I am a bum. Carol did say Tuesday you are getting freaky in your old age.

The Motts:
To be honest Jack, I answered on Paul's behalf. Do you really want to know what his response was?
Lol!! Seriously, not really, he feels that there comes a time in everyones life when you dance to your own tune and to hell with what THEY think! P.S. He agrees with your evaluation, it was indeed a great piece of prose.

Proper dress
2012-01-18 by Jack
Paul Being aware of how to dress for an occasion comes with maturity. It demonstrates common sense, a show of courtesy and respect for both the occasion and its participants. An attitude of "if they don't like it too bad" sounds irresponsible and inconsiderate. With this attitude it would have been best not to go to your meeting rather than embarrass Carol and make her feel uncomfortable. Many occasions imply one would have the wisdom to know how to dress appropriately and anticipate the participants have the manners and graciousness to do so. Carol on the other hand demonstrated thoughtfulness and good judgment.

The Motts:
You're absolutely right Jack I'm a bum! Thnx.

Estrangement from Adult Children
2012-01-20 by Sandra
HI, I was wondering if you have ever done a show about family estrangement? Our 23 year old daughter has not spoke to her family in 2 years now (us, her sister etc) and for what I'm reading this is unfortunately becoming the norm for today. We were always very close until she met her new boyfriend. Today is her birthday and it's been 2 years since we've seen her. We are crushed beyond words and I'm looking for additional information and was just wondering if you have ever had a show on this topic?

The Motts:
Hi Sandra, We did have someone on quite some time ago. I've been searching for the information and
haven't been able to find it so far. If I do, I will send it along. Maybe others can offer some
help here.

Memories..
2012-01-09 by Barb
Hi Paul Carol..Was listening to your radio program this a.m on CKTB you mentioned your son Garret being 22..I got thinking about listening to the both of you before you were married.. Then I remembered when you children were born..I remember one story that Paul told about your daughter being on a table asking her Dad to tie her up..He did, walked away she fell off....( guess she got a bruise)He said,(laughing the next day on the radio ) can you imagine explaining this at school tomorrow.. You guys look great..Paul, your getting better looking every day..Good to have you back.. Love your program

The Motts:
So good to hear from you Barb. Let your friends know they can hear "Motts Weekend" on CKTB and of
course you can pick us up daily right here on our "Listen" page. I remember that incident. Had to give details at the bank when Jess started explaining to the teller that her Daddy had tied her up!!

Crossing the CanadaUSA Boarder
2012-01-09 by Peter
I hope that Canadians feel welcome coming into the USA. With the exception of entering into Canada via the Queenston-Lewiston Bridge, one time, years ago, I have always felt like a criminal when I entered Canada through customs immigration. I was on my way to perform a warranty service call on a machine in Toronto that day. The customs agent told me to go and grab a cup of coffee first and then we would look over the paperwork. Wow, I felt like I was back home. I have always enjoyed my visits to Canada, both for work and to visit relatives. I know that some Canadians don't think to highly of us Yanks, but there are some of us, South of the boarder, that love you guys up North. Keep up the great show and Happy New Year Peter from Michigan

The Motts:
Hi Peter,

Some Canadians have an inferiority complex and try as they might they can't get rid of us! The rest
of us love you too! Glad you enjoy the show. Spread the word!

todays poll
2012-01-09 by Nick
Just voted in todays poll and am not sure what other option could be offered but I am not satisfied on how I expressed my thoughts. Winning any medal is an achievement but gold is better. I could not say anything but gold is a major disappointment when I thought they played there best. Sometimes the puck dose not bounce your way.

The Motts:
You have to be very good to get that far. As Canadians we expect a lot from our kids!

Your accident blog
2012-01-03 by Eileen
What a New Year's nightmare. I'm so happy to hear you are all okay. Eileen

The Motts:
Thanks Eileen! Yes it was a nightmare alright but we are very thankful we made New Years!

Rumour Mill
2012-01-03 by dee
Hi Carol and Paul.... Was wondering if you had heard anything about Humble and Fred Radio being picked up by corporate......... thanks

The Motts:
Hi Dee,
Nope haven't heard a thing. All the best to them, whichever way they go! We'll find out when
we join them on their show.

great to hear you
2011-12-28 by Tom
Hi Paul and Carol Great to hear you again. Was googling over Christmas and found your site. Was a big fan before so glad to have found you. You sound great!

The Motts:
Always thrilled when old friends find us!

Help for Janet
2011-12-19 by Kelly from Guelph
Hi, Janet - I had the same issue. Click on "The Motts" at the top of the page to get back on the Home Page, then you can participate in the polls.

The Motts:
Thanks Kelly!

The Season
2011-12-16 by Nick
Wishing you and yours a Very Merry Christmas. Hope Jesses accident is a distant memory. I assume Garret has graduated from MOO U.

The Motts:
Right back at you Nick! Jess is doing just fine. Garret is taking a minor in Business so he's still at Guelph. Merry Christmas to you and your family.

your poll question
2011-12-16 by janet
For the last few poll questions on your website I have been unable to click on the answers. It just doesn't register at all. Have you gotten any other emails about this or is it a problem on my end? Love your show and listen to your podcasts every day after work.

The Motts:
Hi Janet. Just had a quick glance and ours is working fine. I think it must be at your end.
Glad you are enjoying the show. Bring your friends on board!

Sidney Crosby
2011-12-16 by Sandra
What is wrong with people??? I see in your poll that almost 40 would not say anything if they were Sidney Crosby's parents. Sidney is still a very young man...knowing that he could be permanently injured if he gets a good hit...If he were my son I would have asked long before now.

The Motts:
Did you ever think that maybe the 40% had concussions????

Raising Cain
2011-12-16 by CR
You Motts presume to know and understand American politics--and yet you were totally wrong about Herman Cain--you believed the lies about him when there was never any evidence presented proving any wrong doing on his part--they were only allegations. No evidence only allegations from a corrupt Chicago political machine.

The Motts:
Thanks for your note CR. Herman Cain's story isn't finished yet. The complaints do seem to be
piling up!

The Motts
2011-12-10 by Manny T
I have been listening to you guys for the past 25 years at 610, 710, and 1010 while I was on the road...I spend little time in the morning in my home office, usually gone by 11am when you guys start. This morning after years I heard you guyys...and your voices brought me right back to listening to you guys and John Michael...it was great listening to you both today. Thank you!

The Motts:
Hi Manny thanks for your note. There are so many ways to hear us now. Live through our site or the stations carrying us, through a podcast on our site, or on itunes, our app, or you can tune in to 610 once again and catch our "Motts Weekend". Stay tuned! More to come.

RogersBellLeafs
2011-12-10 by Jack
Paul you are fortunate to have the attitude and means to say you would pay an extra 20month to watch the Leafs. Most of us remain troubled with the service and prices we pay for our current plans. I agree with Carol on this one. Her sensitivity to the common fan is welcome. Do they still sell Baby Duck?

The Motts:
Paul is one of those Leaf fans that they see coming! Lol Does anyone still drink Baby Duck??

Afghan Pardon
2011-12-05 by Jack
Listening to Paul's comments on the Afghan rape story demonstrates how different news sources report on things. This story below is what I read this morning, regardless the whole issue stinks from the start "Afghanistan has pardoned a woman who was raped by a family member but then jailed for adultery, a statement from the presidential palace has said. Hamid Karzai, the Afghan president, issued the statement pardoning Gulnaz late on Thursday, a rare pardon in such a case in staunchly conservative Muslim Afghanistan. Her case attracted international attention after she took part in a documentary film commissioned by the European Union but later withheld. The 21-year-old-woman had initially agreed to the condition she marry her attacker, her cousin's husband, under an earlier release offer but Kimberly Motley, one of her lawyers, told Al Jazeera the release granted this week did not depend on her going through with the marriage. "Her release is not conditional," Motley said. Her attacker is serving a seven-year prison term for the crime. Motley said she hoped her client would be released shortly, and that there was a place for her in a women's shelter".

The Motts:
Hi Jack. The story last week did say that it was conditional on her marrying her attacker. Today the story says that she is not required to marry him. Was the story wrong last week? or, was the international outrage such that decisions were changed. Your right, it's pathetic all the way round.

maximum
2011-12-01 by julie
I finally got back on line. I loved that you and Jess are fans on Patterson. as soon as I saw the filly's name I knew where it came from. I would love to hear the interview with Dan Loiselle. Can you tell me what day it was? Now that I'm hooked up again Rusty and I will keep in touch. Best to you and Paul. Julie and Rusty.

The Motts:
Hi Julie. The interview with Dan was on Nov. 16th. Just go to our listen page and you'll find it. He was great. Everytime I watch the race I find it thrilling and I know how it ends!!

Janet and Greta
2011-11-30 by trudy
Love the girls! I have all their books. Thanks for the link to their website.

The Motts:
Hey Trudy. They are such fun! We'll have them back again. The link is under show highlights and
if you'd like to hear the show go to our listen page and click on Nov. 30th

Insane shoppers
2011-11-27 by Dan
Merry Christmas. That is really the spirit of the season isn't it? Pepper spray anyone in the way of your great deal!!! Loved Pauls idea to keep her in jail over the holidays.

The Motts:
Amen!

Peter Sherman
2011-11-22 by Cathy
If the conservatives thought that everyone was on side with their ideology, why didn't they win the election. Pompous jerks

News talk 610
2011-11-16 by Ed
PaulCarol- Congratulation are in order in adding another radio station to your talk show empire.But is this station not part of the Astral Media groupthat downsized you way back when?

The Motts:
Yah! Go figure!

Great Win Rebuttal
2011-11-15 by Jack
But women always know how to lie about their age. Jack Great Win 2011-11-12 by Jack Kentucky Derby here we come!!! The Motts Unfortunately she will be to old! Lol

The Motts:
There are a few other races for her, no matter what her teeth say!

Great Win
2011-11-12 by Jack
Kentucky Derby here we come!!!

The Motts:
Unfortunately she will be to old! Lol

todays poll
2011-11-10 by Nick
By stiffer price I hope you mean hung drawn and quartered then made to see that the memorial they desecrated is fully restored and kept in excelent condition for ten years.

The Motts:
Obviously Nick if they are hung drawn and quartered maintaing the statue could prove difficult! But we get the point. You may want to listen to Rev. MacKnight who joined us with his experience. Check out the podcast for Nov.10th on the Listen page.

Rick Mercer
2011-11-09 by Tim
I enjoyed your conversation with Rick Mercer. We loved his rant last week. It was great to hear him on your show discussing it with more background. I was thinking of writing him about my experience with the Catholic church (yes, I was raised in the Catholic church . . . until age 11). They preached how evil homosexuality was, so I new it was evil before I was even sexually aware. So, you can imagine how bad my self-image was during those awakening years. With that type of guilt, who needs to be bullied? Fortunately, my brother was three years ahead of me, and a known 'bad-ass', so I didn't get bullied much as most bullies were afraid of my brother. And that was a good thing, because I was very fragile with all of the religious guilt I was living with. I don't think I could have handled any pressure from the bullies. Anyway . . . Great show today.

The Motts:
Thanks for your comments Tim. We too thought Rick was great. You can hear the podcast of the show by going to our Listen page and clicking on the show for Nov. 8th. Everyone needs a "bad-ass" older brother.

Congrats And This Gender Switching Stuff
2011-11-08 by Karen
Hey Paul and Carol, So great to hear you're on the weekends..and most definitely one hour is not enough on weekdays. Re this gender switching stuff with these weirdo parents messing with kids gender identity. I keep thinking..you know, I was SO TOMBOY...I played with my brother's trucks and cars...I played cowboy, I wanted to play with toy guns, toy soldiers. I LOATHED dolls. I liked dollhouses, but they had to be as real and as close to our bungalow as possible..haha. Thing is, I never wanted to be a boy. Never had an issue with my gender. I think most times this is all that's happening, these are not kids born in the wrong body. On a conspiracy level...do you think there are more of these individuals who are apparently messed up with their gender because of the hormones in our food and our water, in the air? There have been some studies in this area. All the best, Karen

The Motts:
Thanks Karen. I certainly wasn't much of a girly girl either. I took shop instead of home ec, which I now regret. lol The increased hormone issue has been thought to contribute to an earlier puberty. The number of people with gender dysphoria is very small we just hear about it now.

Congrats Motts
2011-11-03 by Tonja
I must agree with Marianne's post...one hour of Mott's is not enough...sometimes I listen to the previous day's show again just in case I missed something. Congrats on your "Motts Weekend" Show Paul and Carol on 610 CKTB. I'll be sure to listen!

The Motts:
Thanks Tonja.

tickets contest etc....
2011-11-02 by marianne
Hey Motts... I would like to enter your contest for the show tickets... BUT... I wouldn't be able to attend on Wednesday... so if I win could you pass the tickets along to the 2nd place winner kind of like a random act of kindness in the Tim Horton's drive thru ) Also, is there any way you guys could work more than one hour a day I need more MOTTS One hour is just not enough Cheers, M

The Motts:
You are sweet! Love your thinking! All in due time.

Where do you find them
2011-11-02 by Kelly from Guelph
I've noticed a lot of comments of late are from those of the liberal bent - you two promoting the program in the Toronto Star? (BTW, I usually agree with Carol, who seems balanced in opinion, but Paul I ALWAYS agree with, although he's too liberal at times. Damned PC CRTC....)

The Motts:
haha! We're just choosing the more liberal comments to get you riled up! Paul says read his blogs if you think he's too liberal.

Rob Ford poll
2011-10-28 by Michelle
Hi CarolPaul - pls don't think I'm crazy, but I have to send this e-mail to let you know I inadvertently voted "NO" when I meant to vote "YES". Rob Ford is a poor sport (and a lot of other things I won't go into). I tried to vote again but there are "no do-overs" I tried to put it out of my head but it was DRIVING ME CRAZY........... love your show (even though I only some times agree with you, Carol and NEVER agree with Paul.

The Motts:
We don't think your crazy. I'm glad you set the record straight! We are going to have to work on you though, you must be way out in left field! lol

Rob Ford
2011-10-28 by Lily
I heard Mayor Ford on 1010 recently being interviewed and I must say that apart from his grammar not being the best, he reminds me so much of my beloved Pierre Trudeau with his "read my lips" or "fuddle duddle" attitude. He has a job to do and so he gives a few fingers to make a point, I loved the fact that we don't have a person at the helm that has to brown nose or be an old fuddy duddy...calls the shots as he sees them....you go Pierre um Rob

The Motts:
Pauls a big Ford fan too! But he was "attacked" in his driveway and that his daughter was "traumatized" PUH-LEASE that`s over the top. As to Trudeau, HE would have played along!

Frank Klees
2011-10-27 by Nick
Frank should be ashamed of himself he is selling out for money. Fortunetly we have secret balotting or I would have to wear a bag on my head if it became known I suported him. Oh I guess it just did. Maybe he should be the one wearing the bag. If he had any loyalty he would not have done it.

The Motts:
You used a pseudonym, right Nick?

TAG DAY FOR FRANK KLEES
2011-10-26 by Paul
So, Frank Klees took a big pay decrease to be an MPP. What a noble sacrifice! He says he could not afford to be an MPP if he didn't have other income. Give me a break! There are thousands who have to get by on minimum wage while he receives over 100K a year!

The Motts:
Your right, no tears for Frank!

little girl run over
2011-10-21 by Cathy
I heard your podcast on the little girl run over in China. How barbaric are those people? How could they walk by and do nothing. Shame on them.

The Motts:
It is a shocking video. Terribly indictment on the individuals for sure and some say the society in general.

Don Cherry
2011-10-17 by Bill
@Paul Being a "hockey puck", hope his comments reenforce your love of this so called game.

The Motts:
Don't quite follow you, Bill. Remember, texting and drinking do not mix.
Thnx, Paul.

Found You
2011-10-12 by RS
It is so good to hear you guys again!!!!! Been a long time !!! Here i am on google just do nothing and i stumble on to your website! I have missed listening to your show. I won't be able to hear u live (work). But i will definately listen to your recorded shows. YAY MOTTS!!!!!!!!!!

The Motts:
Thanks RS. It's always a thrill when people find us! Tell your friends.

Election
2011-10-11 by Sandra
So, if 60.9 of the people would have preferred a Tory majority (as per your online poll) then why did the Liberals get voted back in!!!

The Motts:
Less than 50% of the eligible voters bothered to vote. Sad state of affairs!

HUDAK
2011-10-06 by Paul
First time I had to turn my compuer off ... REALLY, having only 1 leader on the show on Election Day. It really sthinks. Very disappointed.

The Motts:
Hey Paul, they were all offered the opportunity to appear. It's hard to talk to them if they don't accept the invitation. Don't blame us, blame THEM!

Hello
2011-10-06 by Brenda
Bob O'Brien showed me the article on Orangeville.com. Congratulations on the phoenix coming out of the ashes! I often visit my niece who lives in Erin. Will be there on Sunday. Perhaps we might bump into each other at the Fair. Would love to have a coffee with you and catch up. Let me know if it interests you.

The Motts:
Love the visual. Just a tiny phoenix at the moment but stay tuned! How wonderful to hear from you! What we learned from Bob (the most creative man I've ever known)back in our days in Niagara was golden!
See you at the fair! My student, Mariah, will be riding Razzmatazz.

The Real Experts
2011-10-03 by Jack
Not surprised to hear how the experts come up short. Take finances for example. The real experts are people such as yourselves who live the real world. Rather than hearing the gospel according to Gail Van Oxtail is it not far more meaningful hearing the story of those like the Motts who relate more to us? You have had a successful career and been forced out of work as many of us. Yet you were able to maintain your lifestyle and keep your family unit strong throughout the set back, embarked on another path, and continue to prosper. So lets stop hearing from the phoney experts and more from the real ones. The Motts and those like them.

The Motts:
Well Jack, first off, Thanks for the vote of confidence but I wouldn't be too quick to dismiss
Gail Vaz Oxlade. She's been there, done that and has stories to tell of rising to the top. She shares a common sense that seems all to rare these days!

Jess
2011-10-03 by Nick
Hope Jess is improving and that it will soon be a distant memory Nick

The Motts:
Hi Nick,
She's doing well! Her physiotherapist Baz, is helping her immensely!

Security fence
2011-10-03 by Kelly from Guelph
Actually, I think the US should reinforce some of the Border, as some areas are unprotected. Canada is a very beautiful and enticing country for illegals, too.

The Motts:
If they want a fence that's fine as long as Canadian taxpayers don't have to pay for it!

Lorrie Goldstein
2011-09-28 by Sandra
Great show as always M M. Sept. 27 show certainly one to re-listen to several times to hear a passionate Lorrie Goldstein speak truth and common sense. Hoping all your listeners make the effort to go and Vote!

The Motts:
Always love Lorrie!

Paiken
2011-09-27 by Greg
Actually Carol, Paiken did say that he would not know the questions until he looked at them at 630.

The Motts:
That's right. He did say he wouldn't know the specific questions until tonight. That way no one
can prepare an exact answer. But, really when has a politician ever answered a direct question during these debates anyway.

CALLS
2011-09-27 by Paul
How come you don't take callers on your show any more! You advertise a voice mail line, but it's not the same as live interaction, which is sorely missed!

The Motts:
We would love to have you join us! Call that Voicemailtel line. You can use it during the show and we will take you on the air. Unfortunately many of our listeners think it's only to leave a message

Facebook
2011-09-27 by Conni
I added my boss and some co-workers to my Facebook page. Then realized I probably shouldn't have done that because my personal life wasn't very personal anymore! I need that break from work when I get home so I deleted everyone. I never heard the end of it. They bugged me constantly so I ended up caving eventually and added them back. Peace again but no real privacy or break from work. With the way Facebook book is heading I guess privacy is going out the window anyways....

The Motts:
We don't have a boss anymore, but if I did I sure wouldn't want them knowing what's going on in my personal life!

Happy Gift Day
2011-09-27 by Sheila
Happy Gift Day Carol I dont have birthdays anymore - just gift days

The Motts:
Haha! Sounds good to me!

Great hearing you today
2011-09-21 by marianne
WooHoo I've missed you two My desktop computer just wasn't working for me to listen to your program for a variety of reasons... BUT... I now have a new laptop... portable so of course as I'm working I can listen once again -- I'm one happy woman once again

The Motts:
We're happy too! Glad your back. Tell your friends!

ELECTION NIGHT VS HOCKEY
2011-09-21 by Paul
What's the big deal? Polls do not close until 9 PM and hockey game will almost be over by then!! Much ado about nothing, really!!

The Motts:
Go Tories G..eh... Go Leafs Go!

Pat Robertson
2011-09-20 by Karen
thanks for your newsletter and my post was trying to be about stupid Pat Robertson saying it's okay to divorce someone with Alzheimer's...well, my story is that my parents were married well over 43 years and my dad developed a Dementia...and, even in his earlier stages, and particularly when he gave up driving, my mother immediately wanted to be rid of him. I mean, she wanted to put him in a nursing home. This shocked me because she was always the caregiver, she had taken care of me after I had my kids, took care of me when I had been very ill many years ago. I mean, I never would have thought that this would be her reaction. It caused some issues, I worked to try to get them help at home but they were funny too in that they didn't want too many strangers coming into their life. Long story short, it was difficult and she was more and more determined to have as little to do with him as possible as he did get worse. It was sad. She passed away and then we did have to put dad in the hospital because he truly did get quickly to the point where he couldn't take care of anything. Strange, isn't it...one never knows what the reaction will be. Well, have a good week Motts. Will be listening when I can...I always catch up with the podcasts. Karen

The Motts:
If you have a blackberry download our app and you can listen live at 11 or download your podcasts.
For those who haven't signed up for our newsletter go to our front page and sign up now!

internet problems
2011-09-15 by Nick
Perhaps it was because I did not turn the air blue. My grandfather use to say you can catch more flies with honey than vinegarrnrnNick

The Motts:
I told Paul the same thing. Although it was the 4th or 5th time we had contacted them. Only then did Paul blow his stack!

video
2011-09-14 by steve
I was wondering if anyone is have problems listening and watching your video. You two are into a deep conversation then a commercial comes on and i miss the most important information.

The Motts:
Hi Steve, Yes there are others having the same issue. We have to chat with the company supplying
the service.

Pauls Mic
2011-09-12 by Steve
Paul put the mic down lol Use the desk mic.

The Motts:
No

internet problems
2011-09-12 by Nick
Hope Jess has a speedy complete recovery It has to have a clutch and breke before I will ride anything. I had internet problems this past weekend phoned 310-BELL and got fixed up right away

The Motts:
Thanks Nick. They must like you better!

regarding your internet problems
2011-09-11 by Jeanette
When I first switched to high speed I stayed with Bell Canada and within 1 month I ran into problems and spent hours on the phone with their people... What a joke... In the end I got fed up and returned their modem and switched to Rogers and never looked back!!!! Had problems since and called Rogers help line... on different occasions. They were here in no time, replaced my wires outside, replaced the jacks inside and did everything to get me up and running within a day or so. I feel for you and I think Bell Canada has become a big joke! Switch and see if you're any happier. Good luck! So thankful your daughter is alright after her accident. Have a sister who fell off her horse and fractured both wrists. had to drag herself back to the barn with her injuries. I sort of felt like Paul, Get rid of the horse!! Not an option! She loved him and she was an adult at the time, expecting her third child. Thankfully the baby was fine and after metal bars attatched to her wrists for months, she's is now just fine. Hang in there. Love your show!!!

The Motts:
Thanks Jeanette. Wait til you Paul's rant about Bell on Monday. Lol I had given up and he took over. Our internet is back up now. I overheard Paul's conversation with one of their technicians, the air was blue! Jess is doing much better. If I were a betting person, and I am (just the 2 dollar kind) I would say she will ride again but not until she is completely healed.

Oakridge High School
2011-09-07 by Tom
The team is the Oakridge Oaks. I attended there for 1 year in 1969. They are located in the West end of London.

The Motts:
Thanks Tom. Any details about the team that they can share?

Oakridge SS plays Centerville
2011-09-04 by Tricia Rapoch
Hi Guys - I was wondering if you've ever heard of Oakridge Secondary School in London Ontario. Their football team is coming to Centerville next week (the 10th)to play our Varsity team. It should be interesting as the teams are playing by the American rules - Oakridge truly will experience 'Friday Night Lights' (thousands in the stands - unless it's pouring, even then). I visited Oakridge's website - not much there. My students broadcast and stream all of the games, so looking for some background info. Love to hear from you. T ps - happy early birthday

The Motts:
Lets turn this over to the listeners. Does anyone have any info on Oakridge Secondary Schools Football team in London? Please post it here. Thanks!

Lloyd & Paul?
2011-09-04 by Dana
Wonderful interview with Lloyd Robertson M & M! While watching Lloyd on his last News Anchor Broadcast my Hubby commented that Paul Mott reminds him of Lloyd Robertson. Who says men don't compliment each other!

The Motts:
Now THAT is a compliment! We're hardly comparable but thanks.

Hockey\'s Problem
2011-09-04 by Jack
As one who can go back to the days of 6 teams in the NHL, I was always led to believe no one gets hurt in a hockey fight. That was said so often by colour commentators and "those who played the game". It was also said it is impossible to throw a good punch on skates. Why should I believe that anymore?

The Motts:
Most players don't get "Sidney Crosby" hurt but obviously there are minor injuries. If your relating this to the Wade Belak tragedy there needs to be more information on that.

Feeling Old?
2011-08-30 by Sheila
Maybe it is 29 because we always say we are 29 and holding? When my mom hit 40 she started going backwards...lol 45 in a month and feeling great!!!

The Motts:
Haha! My Mom does the same thing.

Farewell to jack
2011-08-27 by Cathy
Hi Motts. Have been listening all week to the discussions surround Jack Layton. Watched the grieving on television too. Does anyone think that this has gone slightly over the top? Not for family and friends, but for those who didn't know him. They just seem to want to be a part this public grief. Seems a bit tacky to me.

The Motts:
Hi Cathy,
Mugging for the cameras isn't new it just seems particularily distasteful when it's a funeral. Very public displays of grief, with people seemingly overcome, have become the norm. We'll talk about that on Monday.

Humble and Fred
2011-08-25 by Michelle
Just heard Friday's podcast. Brought back a lot of memories from the 90's when I was a listener of 102.1. I'm glad they are back together as a team and am looking forward to hearing them again. The show was so funny. Thanks for having them on and they better not run they're show at the same time as you or we'll have to sick the "snow removal machine" on them. Love listening to you guys, keep up the great work!!

The Motts:
Thanks Michelle! The guys were great. We know their new venture will be a huge success.

Erin Teen Death
2011-08-22 by Roxanne
This is so sad. Carol, weren't we just talking about the importance of safety in riding? I'm glad my granddaughter's safety is in your capable, caring hands when she's riding.

The Motts:
Thank you Roxanne. You can take all the precautions in the world and sometimes things still go badly but it is important to do everything we can to be safe.

Erin Teen Death
2011-08-22 by Sandra
"Heartbreaking"

The Motts:
Yes it is. Was it preventable? We should all be wearing helmets. Here is the story carried in the Orangeville Banner. What a tragedy. http://www.orangeville.com/news/local/article/1059573--erin-woman-dead-after-falling-from-horse

show
2011-08-19 by nancy
was so nice to hear your voices again and the banter.

The Motts:
Well it won't be long and you'll hear them again!

Humble & Fred on The Motts...
2011-08-19 by Craig Milton
That was such a treat! Thanks so much for having Humble & Fred on today... It was like a step back in time, and it was sure great being able to watch live as four great radio talents had at it. Cheers!

The Motts:
We thoroughly enjoyed their appearance. Great guys! Glad you enjoyed it too!

humble and fred
2011-08-19 by paul
looking so forward to your return cant wait just not between 11am and 12 pm

The Motts:
They were great weren't they!

Plastic Garbage Bags
2011-08-18 by Gale
Visiting here in Aruba and they use brown paper bags. So nice to go into a store and get a bag without being charged. They also do not have green boxes, recyling, etc,. The garbage is recyled and burned ..Also round abouts work well here but they are so different from what we call a round about. Believe it or not there is a lot of traffic on this small island and the traffic flows well even in heavy rush hour because people know how to use them and they are designed well.Canada could learn a few lessons from this tiny island

The Motts:
Hi Gale. I'd like to be there to check it out myself. Very cool, or hot, as the case may be to have you listening in Aruba!

Gilles Duceppe
2011-08-18 by Kim
Have you heard? Gilles Duceppe has turned down the Job Offer from the CBC. Apparently the CBC has restrictions on what he can say on a publicly funded Broadcasting Network. LOL How Dare They!!

The Motts:
Too funny! Thankfully a few of our dollars not going into his pocket.

Roundabouts
2011-08-17 by Kelly from Guelph
Ed, you agree with Sue, thus your comment cannot be a "rebuttal" but a "concurrence." Either way, I can't stand them either. I feel both your pain.

roundabout information
2011-08-15 by Ed
Hi Paul/Carol-This is a rebuttal to Sue.I also live in Kitchener,and the roundabouts here suck!Way too small for my liking.At this time no roundabouts that I know of have lights,that would defeat the purpose.Throw in an emergency vehicle approaching like a Fire truck and then the only way to usually go is straight across cause people don't get out of the way and there is no room to get around.In my opinion Paul/Carol the region was too cheat to put in traffic signals in some locations and that is why they went with small roundabouts. I laugh at the roundabouts everyday at what people do when they approach them.So Sue just leave Paul/Carol out of your rant cause in mind,the roundabouts are a JOKE!!!!!!!!!

The Motts:
Obviously a sore point in Kitchener!

Greetings...
2011-08-10 by Craig
Hey guys, I know this is short notice, but I came across this a few days ago and would really appreciate it if you could give mention on the show today -- Steve has broken the world record, he's gone HUNDRED AND TWENTY-ONE HOURS of consecutive drumming to beat cancer and Steve Gaul is STILL DRUMMING! Please help spread the word Here's a link where you can see it all live: http://www2.thescore.com/video/drumathon-player.aspx Have a great show! Hugs.

The Motts:
Hi Craig. I'm sorry we didn't see this prior to the show. Hopefully those coming to our site now will check it out. Wouldn't that give you a headache. Should have been sponsored by Tylenol or Excedrin etc.

roundabout information
2011-08-12 by Sue
I live in Kitchener/Waterloo where we have numerous roundabouts recently added to our streets. Trust me ........... people do need to know how to use them! I drive one street daily that have 4 roundabouts on my way to and from work. People think they have to stop everytime they enter the roundabout ... no ... you must yield if there is another vehicle in the roundabout. What annoys me are drivers that stop in the middle of the roundabout and "wave" another driver to come in front of them. Duh!!! One other thing ..... it is difficult for pedestrians to cross -- as we have no lights at ours and literally the pedestrians need to make eye contact with the drivers or else risk your life while crossing! I do believe roundabouts save time, however, there is ALOT of education needed! Sorry Paul & Carol, I think your joking/laughing about this was due to your lack of experience driving these.

Teen Sleepovers
2011-08-05 by Linda
Of course the parents of the boy are okaying this, and trying to be the "cool parents"--an oxymoron if ever there was one--but this is happening more and more! There is also the party the parents host where the teens are allowed to drink under age. The parents think they are controlling the drinking and everyone will be safe! But they are crossing a fine line, the one that separates the kids from their worst actions and ideas!Parents are the last line of defence for kids before the world slaps them down. Protect your kids mom and dad, nop matter how much your kids wont like it.

The Motts:
Amen. They may like you again later on!

Nycole Turmel
2011-08-04 by Elaine
My apologies! I was wrong..she resigned from the Bloc in January 2011 to run as a NDP in May 2011 oh yes she was in the Party to support friends. That's just the kind of person who should enter Federal Politics and become the Interim Leader of the Opposition. How does this happen?

The Motts:
Gotcha riled???

Interim NDP Leader
2011-08-04 by Elaine
Being a true cynic my first thoughts were" Can we say Let's Make a Deal"! Is this payback for Quebec support to catapult Jack and the NDP to Official Opposition Status? So the new (interim) Leader of the Opposition is Nycole Turmel...member of the Block since 2006 and resigned AFTER she was elected as a NDP?? Unbelievable!

The Motts:
Harper will make hay with this one! Unbelievable is right.

Today comments (August 2) on curfews for teens
2011-08-03 by Maria
I spent time last year submitting opinions to our local paper, as well as attending town meetings with regards to "our kids" being on the streets wayyyy tooo late at night. I live on the main street, and they have been out there as late as 4am causing havoc to residents personal property, including mine. Did you know that most of our own town councilors were not aware there was a curfew in place. And besides, I agree with you 100 percent, what the heck are these kids doing on the streets at that hour of the morning anyway. Sorry, I have a pickle up my bu..... about this. Glad to say however, that things have quieted down this summer, mostly due to the presence of the police, which was what I had been advocating for the last couple of years. Maria Cicchini

The Motts:
Good for you Maria! Citizen activism. Great the police are out but where are the parents??

A new low in media
2011-07-22 by Kelly from Guelph
Hi, Motts :) This came across my desk and I just about fainted. I cannot believe this attack on Michele Bachmann, her character, and her family. (For those unaware, Ms. Bachmann has tossed her hat into the Republican Presidential race). http://www.newsbusters.org/blogs/noel-sheppard/2011/07/16/real-time-guests-discuss-having-violent-hate-sex-michele-bachmann-and (WARNING: Disgusting language)

The Motts:
Hi Kelly. That is incredibly vile and disgusting. Consider this a warning if you want to check out the link. This is what passes for political discussion, laughing about sexually assaulting candidates because their views on gay marriage differ from yours?

I stand corrected!
2011-07-21 by Conni
This is the reason the Beckham's called their baby Seven... http://www.edge.ca/Blogs/PinaTheInsideEdgeChick/BlogEntry.aspx?BlogEntryID=10261103 Don't always believe what you read on the internet unless its out of the horses mouth! I read it was the Soccer number...

The Motts:
Doesn't change the course of the world, but thanks for the correction Conni!

Casey Anthony
2011-07-19 by Bill
Enough already about "Crazy" Anthony. Who really cares?

The Motts:
Nancy Grace would beg to differ. The interest has catapulted her to the top of the
talk show scene.

shooting
2011-07-19 by Cathy
that woman who shot the dog and "accidentally" shot her husband? maybe she shot 2 dogs.

The Motts:
That was our thinking too!

Blackberry App
2011-07-12 by Sandy
Just picked up my new Blackberry Bold last week! Still not quite familiar with all the features I did manage to download The Motts Blackberry App and listened to Friday's show while outside doing yardwork Sunday evening. Too Cool!!! (figured it out by myself)

The Motts:
I am impressed! Dan our wiz kid has done some updating so everyone will need to re-install the Blackberry app. Have fun!

Seven
2011-07-11 by Conni
Beckam's baby's middle name is Seven for David's soccer number

The Motts:
Of course! Thanks Connie, that should have been obvious. I guess that's why it is her middle name.

New immigrant drivers are better than our older drivers
2011-07-07 by Ed
Paul/Carol-As a driver of an Heavy Duty Rescue truck in a large city near year, I beg to differ.What these new immigrants try to do when an emergency vehicle approaches sometimes scares the pants off of myself,my captain and my crew,that I am trying to transport safely to a call.So maybe these researchers should come on a ride-along and judge for themselves what these "new drivers" are capable of when they are approached by the red trucks.

The Motts:
That's anecdotal evidence. That said, there certainly seems to be alot of it. Dr. Redelmeier will explain his research on the show this morning at 11.

Today\'s Show
2011-07-05 by Kim
Hey Paul, Carol and Jess..everyone in great form today! Well worth re-listening on the podcast!

The Motts:
Hopefully we give you that every day!!! Lol

Hello
2011-07-05 by Bob Gale
Hi Paul and Carol I just read on Bullet that John Robbins will be interviewed re the hospital situation down here and immediately i remember the days of CJRN and our friendship through Lee Sterry. I hope things are going well and i will always remember that paul and i were probably the only guys who really got into "Intellavision" when it first came out with the computerized sports games etc. I believe you use to live on Heritage or Swayze Drive. The only thing that has comsumed me down here is the Niagara parks and how I regret being a Commissioner but everyone is sick of that contreversy. We are still in the oil business going against the big guys. Its good to see the Chalmers is a sponsor - they have been around for a long time. Take Care Bob Gale

The Motts:
Hey Bob Great to hear from you. I think that old Intellivision is in the basement somewhere! lol Love the technology now. Quite amazing. Yes, Chalmers is a wonderful sponsor and a great company. We are customers as well as their spokespeople.

The Senator and Racism
2011-06-29 by Karen
Hey Paul and Carol, By the way, can't tell you enough how wonderful it is to have you on the air. Hope you're on for a very long time, it's like tuning in to old friends. Way back in the 70s I got my first full-time job at Sears head office in Toronto. The department I was in was huge (Furniture Buying) and working there were women from the Phillipines, Jamaica, Guyana, South Korea...Ukrainians, Russians...some born in Canada, some not. Well, this one girl got hired after me. She was from Guyana. She was a useless employee. Always late, refused to do certain things, did things incorrectly over and over. Her immediate Supervisor was from Guyana and constantly tried to help her. When the inevitable occurred and the chick got fired, she screamed (literally)....Racism! Yeah, right. My point is more toward the Senator himself proving his own words...buck up and go for it. I know there are prejudices and even racism evident in some areas. There will always be these wrongs. There are legalalities in place to prevent overt discrimination. Anyone can truly succeed in a place like Canada. There is a systematic victim attitude that needs to be foresaken as well. Thanks Guys, Karen

The Motts:
Thank you for the kind words, we are glad to have you with us. It was interesting to hear the Senators answer to my question. Would you have wanted to achieve your position because you are black? You can hear his answer on the podcast for June 29th on our Listen page.

Constable Garrett Styles
2011-06-29 by Dana
What a Heroic soul...to be concerned about the welfare of the kids in the van that may be hurt all while the van lay on top of him. I could not listen to the broadcast of the call..that is my personal choice. I do think that because it was broadcasted more people will be discussing it and the irresponsibility of a 15 year old and the results of his actions. Heartbreaking to know that this Police Officer lost his life due to these actions. Heartfelt condolences to his Family...so senseless!! As for the people and their unjust comments...they are probably the same knobs complaining about the G20 a year later. The majority of Police Officers uphold the law and their purpose is to protect the Public. I am terribly disheartened by these Yahoos!

The Motts:
Your so right! I guess they were always there, they just didn't have access to the public platform before now.

Re: Mayor Ford No Show
2011-06-25 by arianna
Actually Paul doesn't get much unless it's in his favorite Tory agenda.Unless you are a redneck like him don't expect any rational discussion

The Motts:
Don't agree eh?

Mayor Ford - enjoy the cottage
2011-06-25 by Kelly
Comparing the PM recusing himself from the formalities of Canada Day to a city Mayor begging off on a parade is a little rich... I'd much rather spend my well-deserved long week-end with my family at a cottage on a lake, listening to the loons. Not spending it in an over-crowded hot city listening to "Everybody Dance Now!" looped over and over again.

The Motts:
No kidding! But we aren't the Mayor. There are public responsibilities that go with that position.

MAYOR FORD NO-SHOW
2011-06-24 by Paul
Paul, you just don't get it! Carol is right. Suppose the Governor-General or the Prime Minister said that he wanted to spend Canada Day with his family instead of on Parliament Hill. I do't think that would go down verty well!!! The same applies to the Mayor.

The Motts:
Thank you! Your absolutely right!! Do I need to say it's Carol responding to this. lol

Man getting kicked off airplane for low pants
2011-06-23 by Rick
Shouldn't authorities be cracking "up" instead of cracking "down" on this problem? :)

The Motts:
Wisecracker!

Offended by the comment \"hot chicks\" Not me!
2011-06-21 by Conni
Want to read an article about a women that would be very offended by those "hot chicks" comment? Crazy article!!! Very angry women http://www.dailymail.co.uk/debate/columnists/article-2005394/LIZ-JONES-Yes-Ill-rage-sexist-man-opens-door-And-dont-think-calling-Love.html#addComment

The Motts:
Hi Connie,
I have to think these are very unhappy women who spend their lives looking for ways to hate men!

Eating Crow
2011-06-16 by Jack
To Paul: I acknowledge Boston’s complete defeat of Canada’s PRETEND team the Vancouver Canucks. To Paul: I acknowledge complete superiority in your out trash talking me. To Paul: I offer my hope that some day your Maple Leafs will qualify to represent and win as Canada’s team (unless they are playing Detroit)

The Motts:
I graciously accept your acknowledgement!

FOUND YOU AGAN!!
2011-06-07 by Paul
How I have missed you! So glad I was able to find that you are on the air again!

The Motts:
Hi Paul we missed you too. We are thrilled you have found us! Tell your friends.

huffington post Rihanna
2011-06-06 by Paul Porter
Read your article and yes, I do watch a lot of music videos. And yes there is violence but the Rihanna clip was the first to point a gun, shoot and bleed ever at 6pm. So when I speak about video and more importantly the young audience it is directed to it comes solely from fact and not opinion.

The Motts:
Thanks for your thoughts. Paul Porter was quoted in the story about Rihanna and Paul Mott commented on him in our blog in The Huffington Post. Paul joins us on the show tomorrow.

How much more nonsense from Erin\'s Mayor?
2011-06-05 by Ed
I am not a resident of Erin, but to listen to this person talk is down right scary.I thing this person deserves a smack upside the head; maybe then he will wake up!

The Motts:
Your not the only one that feels that way. As you have been hearing a number of Erin residents are pretty unhappy too!

re your old station
2011-06-05 by Nick
happened to tune your old station in error last week. Bill Carroll is not there now. I think that is the first time since you were let go. Nick

The Motts:
Just keep coming here Nick! Pick up our podcasts anytime or tune in live at 11 on our Listen page.
We stream live. You can hear us, and see us now!

postal do we still have????
2011-06-02 by
Try working for yourself see what the government gives you. You'd be surprised, and then you'll be gratefull for your JOB.. you sound like CAW workers, cry me a river be gratefull you get paid for your days off, mail your letters then go home (EARLY). your lucky.

The Motts:
Point well taken. Look around your community, look around the world. There has been a brutal recession with many losing their jobs not banking sick days.

Where is our protection
2011-06-02 by
Mental illness my ass that man should be locked up with his medication, the ony walk he DESERVES is the walk to the chow line and then the shower that's it,period. Victims have no rights in CANADA, the country we use to call our own.Oh Canada what have we done. why is it we forget the dead......

The Motts:
This in reference to the man who beheaded the greyhound bus passenger. He is now able to walk the grounds with supervision.

How much more nonsense from Erin\'s Mayor?
2011-06-02 by shelley grandy
I hope everyone has a chance to watch CTV Southwestern Ontario's coverage of the Erin water situation from June 1 at 6 p.m. http://swo.ctv.ca/ Erin Mayor Lou Maieron implies to the CTV reporter that the 107 properties potentially impacted by his proposed water by-law amendment are the last non-complying well users in the Town of Erin and we need to 'get with the program'. As with this entire issue, he is also redefining 'triggers' as he goes along, to ensure it sounds like only major new developments would trigger hookup -- but weren't we hearing at the public meeting that installing a swimmming pool or making septic system repairs would also constitute cause for hookup? Monday he was busy telling Global TV from Toronto that Erin is at risk because of small lots with septics and wells that are too close together -- so apparently we have an environmental diaster brewing. Really? Looked like 90 percent of the some 120 people at the Public Meeting put their hands up when asked if their lots are an acre or more in size. We do have one issue -- the municipal system is leaking chlorinated water into the surrounding environment. By the time the Mayor bumbles his way through this whole scenario hopefully it will net out where it should: that this ill-thought out and poorly defined proposal will be like a departing Swan, never to land on poor, unsuspecting residents again.

The Motts:
The Provincial Environment Commissioner was a guest on our show yesterday. He talked about this issue briefly and said that the mayor should be pushing for help from the province to make changes and to make things more palatable for the citizens. You can hear the podcast on our listen page. Click on May 25th.

Tweet
2011-06-01 by Rick
Sort of adds new meaning to the term "member" of parliament!

The Motts:
Ba-dump-bump! (obviously a reference to rookie PC candidate George Lepp's revealing tweet!)

Who Knows Best?
2011-05-31 by Paul
Would it be a fair comment to say, wealthy or persons financially independent are least likely to grasp the full understanding of a poor persons plight or, to comprehend what a hand up fully represents? You see, I have difficulty understanding why, in this land of plenty, we have undernourished children and food banks from coast to coast.

The Motts:
Hi Paul, I think that would be making a great assumption that someone who is wealthy or financially independent has no comprehension of a poor persons plight. It depends on who they are and where they came from. Your point that in this country we have food banks is well taken.

Senate appointments
2011-05-29 by Arianna
Don't count on Senate reform with this gang.It will never happen.So far he's already broken promises and Parliament hasn't even resumed.The Canadian voters rejected these losers on election day and they get put right back into the Senate.And they are there for life never having to answer to voters again. But no doubt Paul is in full agreement as he approves of every fart the Tories do.

The Motts:
Not true, there are Tory "farts" that stink. Lol As for the Senate I've always said it should be elected or abolished. (C) Check Pauls blog: A Rose By Any Other Name

Downloading Shows
2011-05-27 by Conni
Hello! I missed part of your show today (people need to stop talking to me at work! ) I tried to download the show to listen after but I find that it only downloads part of it.... I know its something I am doing... any advice on the best way to download and get everything? Thanks!

The Motts:
Hi Connie,
Wait until 1 before you begin downloading so I have time to get the full show loaded for you. Then everthing should be fine! Let me know.

Conservative radio hosts?
2011-05-24 by Kelly
Where? Certainly not on tax-funded CBC. There's plenty on the private airwaves, too. A liberal Morning Man has the largest market share in Toronto on a radio station (which shall remain nameless...)

The Motts:
Hahaha! Did he tell you that?

Senate appointments
2011-05-25 by Arianna
It's interesting how the silence is deafening on the radio talk shows about the disgraceful appointments by Stephen Harper after the voters rejected them at the polls.None of the hosts want to make it part of their discussions.And they were all for reform.What a farce!The excuse they will give is "Well the Liberal did it " .And how does that make it right if they do it? This was supposed to the government who would do things differently and honestly if given a majority. Suckers!

The Motts:
You make a good point Arianna! Something smells about this, particularily taking someone from the senate, having them run for you and lose, and then reappointing them to the senate! If the liberals you wouldn't hear the end of it!

Arriana's additional comment...
Interesting how you chose to omit part of my comment regarding radio talk shows having to be Conservative in order to be employed by the stations

C..I just re-read your submission and it's posted as written. No conspiracy here as much as you may
be looking for one.

Here is a response from Bob on the issue
Wow senate appointments. Cons will now have a senate majority. Now they will get the senate reform we have wanted for years.

Horse Meat
2011-05-18 by Roddy
Dear Carol and Paul One thing you forgot to mention about eating horse meat - they're delicious! Roddy

The Motts:
I might have to take my whip to you Roddy!

Top Chef Canada Episode where they eat horse flesh
2011-05-17 by Juliana
I will not be able to call in tomorrow. But I wanted nonetheless to thank you for supporting the facebook page Boycott Top Chef - Save the horses. If you do not already know, Top Chef Canada aired an episode on Monday night where the cooked horse flesh. People around the world begged them not air the show because there simply is no such thing as the humane slaughter of horses. Nonetheless, it goes on every day and is happening right now. If you dare, go to Mary Nash's Horse Slaughter Website www.kaufmanzoning.net. Be warned of the graphic nature of the content of this site. Educate yourself about this genocide that is taking place and then, please, do something to help stop the slaughter of horses. Remember 1986 Derby winner and 1987 Horse of the Year Ferdinand is believed to have been slaughtered in Japan for pet food. Also, a lot of the horses that end up at slaughter are either stolen from pastures or boarding facilities by criminals who target them, or by purchasers who lie to sellers about their intended use for the horse. Please help!

The Motts:
Thanks for your comments Juliana. You can hear a podcast of the show anytime after 1p.m. Just go to our Listen page to catch it.

MAGIC WINDOW
2011-05-16 by Sandra
Paul and Carol, Just received our final Energy Audit Report and I am thrilled to say that the installation of Magic Window has given us a 30% increase in energy efficiency. We already had a High Efficiency Furnace. Apparently we had been pumping High Efficency heat out the windows. Of course we heard about Magic indow from "The Motts" and we are thrilled to hear that the Motts are once again representing Magic Window. We replaced 10 windows on our main floor with Magic Window just over a year ago. Glen and Tony were fantastic at installation and you are right...no mess left behind! These guys worked into the evening just to get the job completed. They even pointed out to us that a window that we were not replacing did not have any caulking around it. Wow! We are down one complete Propane fill which costs us approximately $1,100.00 and this past Winter has been much colder and longer than last year and we have gone from two to a family of five. Although I can't get as excited as Paul about cleaning windows I know first hand how much easier this is now. Also the hideaway screens and solar blinds are amazing. We still have more windows to replace and some sliding doors and yes we will be using only Magic Window. Congrats on the success of "TheMotts.ca" Still waiting for the 2hr. version! All the Best Sandra Prazmowski

The Motts:
Thanks so much for your note Sandy. Yes, we think the Magic Window is incredible too! That's why
we have them in our home and why we are thrilled to be speaking for them.

Friday the 13th
2011-05-13 by Kelly
Don't worry about Friday the 13th. If you're friends with a left-handed red-head, your immune from bad luck (old Irish lore). Aren't you glad you know me? :) Also, "Kelly" is Gaelic for "Warrior Princess." I'll keep the bad luck at bay!

The Motts:
Good to know you've got us covered!

Life Imitates Animation Pics
2011-05-13 by Mary
The Royals "Life Imitates Animation" was actually photo shopped, not the real pics from Cinderella. Nice story though... http://www.themeparkinsider.com/news/response.cfm?ID=945508042

The Motts:
Thanks Mary! It's pretty cute though

Damian
2011-05-13 by Mark
this is crazy. What is happening in Canada. Do we have any free speech anymore?

The Motts:
It certainly is being tested isn't it? Damian Goddard was fired from Sportnet for tweeting his opposition to gay marriage. Whether you agree or not you should be able to state your opinion.

carol\'s anti-american bias
2011-05-04 by roddy
i wish carol would curtail her viewing of american tv, it fuels her anti-american bias. thank you.

The Motts:
First off you'll need to be a little more explicit than that. Secondly I don't have an anti-American bias.

Federal Election
2011-05-04 by Dana
Today I got to watch the video version of "The Motts". I honestly think this is the first time I saw Paul grinning from ear to ear and I am sure due to his predicted majority win for Harper. One can only imagine what might happen when the Toronto Maple Leafs win the Stanley Cup!

The Motts:
I'm not sure we could handle the reaction!! Carol

Norm
2011-05-03 by kelly
Please extend my well-wishes to Norm and hoping for a full recovery. He's a very nice man.

Norm McColl
2011-05-02 by Bruce
Heard you talking about Norm McColl being involved in a terrible accident. Wanted to with him the best and hope for a speedy recovery.

The Motts:
Thanks Bruce. We will pass that along. It will be a long road to recovery as he is in pretty
bad shape. Norm is the afternoon volunteer host at Erin Radio at 88.1 which carries our show, and where we originate the program. Great guy and we too add our best wishes.

A few thoughts on Erin water situation
2011-04-20 by shelley grandy
Hi Carol and Paul: Thanks for the opportunity to be on your show today. And thanks to Herb for his supportive comment -- much appreciateed. The good news about what transpired yesterday is that not just the 101 households affected came out to the Council meeting, but many others from the community. We may feel hung out to dry by our municipal government, but it's wonderful to see homeowners and business people who aren't yet affected, being supportive of those who are. That spirit defines this community and makes me proud to live in Erin. Now that we're all aware of what's 'on the table', hopefully we can work together to achieve a fair and equitable solution to the Town's water budget shortfall.

Shelley and The Big Bad Mayor
2011-04-20 by herb
To Paul and Carol If the Mayor of Erin should happen to show up asking for air time soon, make sure his worship spends part of the time apologizing to Mrs. Shelley Grandy for the several slights and attempts at bullying her in the April 19 Erin council meeting. Thanks to councillor Tocher for getting the mayor back on track by having him move on to setting a meeting for the next round of discussion on the water issue. Tocher saved the mayor further embarrassment as he was obviously duelling with an opponent who was better armed and more skillful in the public arena than his worship, the mayor. Thanks from Herb

The Motts:
Thanks Herb. We will certainly point out to the Mayor that a lot of people feel he owes Shelley an apology.

Have You Ever Danced
2011-04-16 by Ed
Paul/Carol-On a lighter note have you heard this one? An old prospector shuffled into town leading an old tired mule. The old man headed straight for the only saloon to clear his parched throat. He walked up and tied his old mule to the hitch rail. As he stood there, brushing some of the dust from his face and clothes, a young gunslinger stepped out of the saloon with a gun in one hand and a bottle of whiskey in the other. The young gunslinger looked at the old man and laughed, saying, "Hey old man, have you ever danced?" The old man looked up at the gunslinger and said, "No, I never did dance... never really wanted to." A crowd had gathered as the gunslinger grinned and said, "Well, you old fool, you're gonna dance now," and started shooting at the old man's feet. The old prospector --not wanting to get a toe blown off-- started hopping around like a flea on a hot skillet. Everybody was laughing, fit to be tied. When his last bullet had been fired, the young gunslinger, still laughing, holstered his gun and turned around to go back into the saloon. The old man turned to his pack mule, pulled out a double-barreled shotgun, and cocked both hammers. The loud clicks carried clearly through the desert air. The crowd stopped laughing immediately. The young gunslinger heard the sounds too, and he turned around very slowly. The silence was almost deafening. The crowd watched as the young gunman stared at the old timer and the large gaping holes of those twin barrels. The barrels of the shotgun never wavered in the old man's hands, as he quietly said, "Son, have you ever licked a mule's ass?" The gunslinger swallowed hard and said, "No sir..... but... I've always wanted to." There are a few lessons for us all here: Never be arrogant. Don't waste ammunition. Whiskey makes you think you're smarter than you are. Always, always make sure you know who has the power. Don't mess with old men, they didn't get old by being stupid.

The Motts:
Words of wisdom!

Mandatory Water Hook-up
2011-04-16 by Karen
As a home owner living within the Urban Boundry of Erin with water supplied by a well, I am one of the impacted residents of the proposed mandatory water hook-up. I have been very dissapointed that our newly elected town council held a meeting on March 15, with the intention of voting on this proposal without the impacted tax paying citizens of our community being properly notified about this proposal and meeting so they could attend and have their say, (a notice mailed or hand delivered to the resident seems like the most responsible method). With the magnitude of the impact of this type of proposal, does council really think they can just say "they put it in the paper and it was also on the Town website" and that is notice enough? I thoroughly enjoy our local paper, but let's get real here, not everyone gets it, nor does everyone in town have a computer to check the website either. Also, why did'nt the notice (on the Town website and the paper) break down what the costs associated with the hook-up and decommissioning of the existing well are? I have heard and seen the figures of $15,000 to $22,000 tossed around, does council really know, and do they really care? (then there is the repairs driveways and landscapping already inplace). The ad in our local paper about the March 15th meeting was misleading and as someone who is on well water I never believed this had anything to do with my residence, I believed it pertained to new development, as it said "as a condition of approval of development" what a surprise to find out at the March 15th meeting that the definition of Development meant any building or site works which would require issuance of a building permit.(which would include new septic, well, fence, pool, etc.). And let's not even talk about the rediculous scenario here (if I put up a fence, I have to hook-up to town water/why would I have to hook-up even if I was putting in a new septic system if my well is working just fine...I have to finance the cost of the septic system (which is not cheap... and hooking up!) Who in their right mind thinks anyone would just have that kind of money lying around? And why was the notice about the mandory hook-up not front page news? Had it been, perhaps more impacted folks would have attended the March 15th meeting. I am glad my neighbour alerted me to this so that I could be in attendance. A decision on this matter was deferred at that meeting after several residents stood up and had their say. Now we who are impcated have received notice at our residence (I think it was taped to my door, good thing it didn't blow away!), and the issue is front and centre on the Town website, and a revised notice went out in the paper with a much clearer definition of "Development" and how this could impact local residents. This is a money grab pure & simple. I do not want to hook up to town water and drink the chemicals in it. I do not want to have to do some creative financing to find the money to hook-up and decommission my well. And I sure do not want a water bill. The taxes are high enough in this town as it is. I am ticked off that my property will be devalued if I do not hook-up and believe me, if you are planning to sell your home down the road and do not hook-up, you absolutely must disclose this to a potential buyer. If you don't, you are setting yourself up for potential legal problems(of which I want no part of either). Also, what will it cost 5,10,15 years down the road to hook-up if I don't do it now? Will a potential buyer want the cost to hook-up taken off the purchase price of the home? As I have heard several of my neighbours say, we are being black mailed and in my opinion I have agree.

Town of Erin Water Advertisements
2011-04-15 by herb
Some residents do read the local newspapers and the ads they contain. The problem lies with the Town of Erin ads. Previous to the March 15 Council Meeting, the ads would have a little Erin logo in the top of the ad box that was so small as to be almost unrecognizable with nothing standing out to say ERIN. Please examine the ads for other municipal jurisdicions in the Wellington Advertiser on March 11. They are in BIG and Bold letters announcing the name of the town and the subject of the notice. I believe that people are more than a little short of time these days. They`cruise through` the newspapers searching for ads and items that effect them or tweek their interest. Then, as they say `the rest don`t count`. Next, read the Erin Council ads in the newspapers after March 15. They are BIG and Bold. There is no doubt about who is the advertiser, what is the topic and all the relevent facts as to time and place for the meeting. These later ads are what one might call a proper notice. There leave no doubts about what the council and the citizens are going to do in regards to the water issue(s). The optics of the original ads are horrible, to say the least. Further muddying the water issue was the actual wording of the bylaw changes themselves. Everyone who ownes a home knows and understands the term -`Building Permit`. The term the advertisement used was Approval of Developement`. When our neighbours talked about this ad, we thought the town was talking about new home builders etc., not us existing home owners who need building permits to do improvements. Again, the optics were very bad. By the time we obtained some clarity on the issue, everyone is now wondering what these councillors are trying to pull off here. Bad optics have caused bad feelings and mistrust. These two items are two of the most difficult things to mend. To the Mayor and Councillors, I say that no matter which way the decision on the water goes, make sure that you learn that clarity is The most important part of these ads. These adverts are important. The public notices are not placed in the newspapers just so council can say `We placed an ad. We are off the hook`. These ads are there for the residents. Do not make the content of an ad the job of a civil servant, who does not understand the issue nor its importance. Please put in place an approval system for advertising content, that will not allow this type of thing to happen ever again. The head of the Department is an appropriate signing authority. Herb mjmjm

The Motts:
Yours is not the first complaint we've heard about the ad design. Hopefully council changes some of their procedures based on this experience. They need to remember they are here to serve the residents

New Water ByLaw for Erin
2011-04-14 by Sandy
Luckily I live in Clarington but I do know my way around Local Councils. The possible "triggers" that Mayor Maieron spoke of today are ridiculous at best...erecting a fence???? or perhaps why not a front porch? Totally unfair to the residents of Erin who are affected by this. I might understand if someone wanted to apply for a new Well Permit and then they might be required to hook up to the town water but other than that it sounds like black mail. Pure and simple! Hope the town shows up in big numbers on April 19th.

Erin Water
2011-04-14 by shelley
It was interesting to hear the Mayor's point of view on your show today regarding the Erin Ontario water situation. His main message that Town Council's activities are totally transparent and well advertised are not supported by the community which was unaware of the water bylaw changes. If only two residents turned out for a meeting, is that because of apathy or because the Town's ad was ambiguous and not all residents get the local paper? As well, the Mayor claims that the water superintendent was instructed to personally contact each home owner affected. Yes but he failed to mention that was only done after the meetings that the Mayor cites as indicating public apathy, and only after the news leaked out that Council was trying to push this bylaw amendment through in advance of completion of the SSMP study. The Mayor cites wanting his Council to be quote "comfortable" with the "triggers" that we'll all have to live with that set off the requirement for spending $16,000 - $20,000 estimated per household to subscribe to Town water. He also muddies the waters of the discussion by saying that 100 new subscribers to the water program will alleviate costs for existing users. The sytsem according to the Watson Report will have a balanced budget in three years time based on the existing number of households on the town water system. The Mayor didn't have to tell us that he's in the fish business: he threw out so many Red Herrings in his discussion that it would be hard to miss that fact. I encourage everyone affected and even those not affected by this proposed by-law amendment to come out and demonstrate on Tuesday, April 19th that not only do we care about municipal decisions in this Town, we expect those decisions to be made with intelligence and integrity and not at the expense of a subset of overall taxpayers.

The Motts:
Touche! The ball is now in your court Mr. Mayor!

Erin Draft Water Bylaw
2011-04-14 by Dave
I appreciate the “airtime” that your program gave to the Draft Water Bylaw Issue. Your guest Shelley did an excellent job of explaining how this Draft Bylaw affects certain residents. In my opinion the issue is an example of the Province decreeing the operational standards for municipal water systems (post Walkerton) without having much regard for the financial impacts of these standards on a small municipal system like Erin’s. In turn, if this Draft Bylaw passes as is, the Town Council is expressing little regard for the economic impact of this Bylaw on local residents. Those particularly hard hit are the seniors on fixed incomes and the young home owners who have just made their first home purchase with little money to spare. The answer in my opinion is to scrap the mandatory connection aspects of this Bylaw and wait for the release of the SSMP study. If the Town of Erin residents want either municipal water and/or municipal sewer systems then a comprehensive plan to service both Erin and Hillsburgh should be developed. This plan should be implemented in an orderly, cost effective manner so that the economics of scale and government grants can make it more palatable to the residents.

The Motts:
Hi Dave,
Thanks for your input. The Mayor joined us April 14th to respond. You can hear the podcast by going to our Listen Page and clicking on the date of the show.

Paul Mattina
2011-04-12 by Dana
Truly enjoyed the visit by Paul Mattina on your show! Got to watch the video portion - Delicious Presentation! I have already printed out the page of recipes from your Web Site and will attempt to re-create both recipes this weekend for my company. Looking forward to another Food Segment with Paul Mattina...also thinking about taking the hour drive to Georgetown to visit his Restaurant!

The Motts:
It is definitely worth the drive to Georgetown!! Had dinner there with friends on Saturday. Thanks for a delightful evening Paul. The food and atmosphere were fantastic as always!

tazer
2011-04-11 by the cook
I thought that the reason for tazers is that the police stop shooting people for an arrest, I would not want to be a cop today, What if the kid was shot. 11 yearold with a knife, if i were a cop i would want to go home alive .People have to be protected feom people regardless of age hi!

The Motts:
Not easy being a cop today that's for sure!

Bridge Debacle in Campbellford Ontario
2011-04-11 by misty
Campbellford Ontario----We the impacted Residents, several of us, literally locked down in our homes 4 years now in a Bridge debacle/debate here while we wait for a determination as to where the *new Bridge could or would be built or a third lane for the present one... have had our properties locked down 4 years now- we cannot sell or move and we still have to give loving care to our life savings in our homes. Presently in the Ontario Government coffers there is no Massive Bridge funding available. This is a Town of maybe 3000 people and it has a very Viable Bridge now!!!! So what is unjust- the T symbol for being *hung out to dry that the Artist Brent Townsend placed on his lot or the lock down for 4 years!( same design as is used for a clothes line ) hence the hung out to dry phraseology, in such an odious process or not allowing *MANY home owners, among whom Brent Townsend is one, to continue with their lives in peace! When you factor in that there is NO money to build massive Bridges in the Ontario Government coffers it is even more unjust! No is was NOT a KKK sign such as the cruel debacle at the local Legion here on Halloween where by the way this Mayor was also present that night in that Legion- it was a PROTEST about INJUSTICE... so where, just where is all the interpretive anger and the hateful words coming from. A little knowledge is very dangerous! Walk a 4 year mile in someone else's shoes and then ask questions, do not presume! M. Santana

The Motts:
Sorry to hear about your plight and that of some of your neighbours but to the casual observer it's not a clothesline symbolizing people being hung out to dry. It's a cross with a noose on it. The actual debate has been lost because of the incendiary nature of the display.

Now Magazine
2011-04-02 by kelly
Good Grief! You should have put a *WARNING MAY CAUSE BLINDNESS* on the link for the Rob Ford photo! (I'm still searching for my speech!)

The Motts:
Unfortunately with 2/3rds of the population being overweight or obese that's what alot of us see in the morning, minus the pose! LOL

re elections by John
2011-04-01 by Nick
Overspending on the military give me a break. If John had his way our RCAF would be using Sopwith camels. I want our military to have the best equipment possible they deserve nothing less. Sometimes you have to make peace before there is any to keep Nick

Elections
2011-03-28 by John
It is so sad to see so many going for the conservatives once again. NDP will never be forgiven or given another chance while the conservatives are like a spoiled child, "they'll get it one day". They have done nothing but ruined this country, imposed laws that cause more pain than good, over spending on the military, lying left right and center right to our faces. What happened to our peace-keeper status, I hope in my lifetime that Canadians will wake up!

taylor parnaby
2011-03-28 by janet
Feel better soon Taylor! My husband had a heart attack 6 months ago and he is doing very well and back at work. Stay positive and you'll be back to your old self real soon.

re latest poll
2011-03-28 by Nick
Not able to vote in your latest poll as I have not decided yet. Not happy with some of the going ons with the conservatives if the liberals get in they will probably cancel the new fighters like they did with the seaking replacements at a great cost and our boys are still flying those relics. The NDP could do for Canada what they did for Ontario a few years back. It is too bad things could not have continued untill the cream rose to the top. On the other hand S_ _t floatsNick

The Motts:
Hopefully by the end of the campaign you will be able to decifer which is which!

Taylor Parnaby
2011-03-26 by Bill
Hang in there Taylor! Best wishes and prayers for a speedy and complete recovery. Missed you in my years away from Toronto.

The Motts:
Thanks Bill we will make sure Tayler sees your message.

Leaf Sweater
2011-03-25 by Jack
I tuned in late so perhaps you already addressed it. I notice the Leaf sweater hanging upside down. Was this always the case or has Paul thrown in the towel? Is it your novel idea of a contest and I was the first to notice? If the Leaf sweater is the prize please wash off Paul's tears before I take ownership. Jack

The Motts:
It is upside down because they are in desperate need of help. Paul does not want to talk about it anymore because it will jinx it!

just listening to your show
2011-03-25 by Paul
Great show your water segment excellent WHEN ITs yellow let it mellow when its brown flush it down(IN OUR HOME) but we do flush when we have guest) and poor jess shes right the man baths after the rest of the family it sounds gross but when its your own kin its not that gross.

The Motts:
Yes it is. Not happening here anytime soon! Glad you enjoy the show.

Sound off
2011-03-25 by Nick
Glad the sound off is taking comments again. Is this graduation year from Moo U or have I lost track? Nick

The Motts:
That it is! Where does the time go? Now he is on to a minor in business! Our Sound off section is back in business. Drop your comments on shows, topics or anything else right here.

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