November 26, 2021
Stephen Sondheim was one of the most important figures in 20th-century musical theater. His best-known works as composer and lyricist include A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum (1962), Company (1970), Follies (1971), A Little Night Music (1973), Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street (1979)
Mike chats with radio vet Dave Charles about his years at CKOC, 1050 CHUM, launching Q107 and more. This episode is exactly 1:23:47. You can listen to this episode in a variety of ways: Subscribe via Apple PodcastsSubscribe via Google PodcastsSubscribe via SpotifySubscribe via Podcast AddictSubscribe via StitcherSubscribe
I often refer to my city as "The Big Smoke". I grew up hearing it nicknamed such and adopted the moniker. Toronto, however, is not the only city with this nickname. In fact, various cities from several countries are sometimes referred to as the big smoke. AustraliaBrisbaneMelbourne, labeled as such
Welcome to this week's Open Mike. I'm Mike and I'll be your master of ceremonies for the day. Feel free to use this space to vent, rant, share a story and/or ask a question of the FOTM hivemind.
I recently wrote about the tenth anniversary of the Humble and Fred podcast. There's plenty of detail in that article, but in a nutshell, the guys have been recording on a very regular basis since October 2011. On October 15, 2011, we recorded the first episode. That was a Friday,
Nancy MacKay interviews Kevin Brady, Founder of Advica Health and Advica Travel Club, on how to stay healthy when you travel. They discuss some of the consequences of not having access to 24/7 health experts especially for Canadian snow birds who travel to the US.
The annual tradition continues as Dave Hodge unveils his 100 songs of 2021 after catching up with Mike. This episode is exactly 1:32:35. You can listen to this episode in a variety of ways: Subscribe via Apple PodcastsSubscribe via Google PodcastsSubscribe via SpotifySubscribe via Podcast AddictSubscribe via StitcherSubscribe
In this episode of The Progressing Past of Modern Melodies, Toronto Mike, Brother Bill and Cam Gordon chat with special guest Ralph Alfonso about the origins of punk in Canada. This episode is exactly 2:02:35. You can listen to this episode in a variety of ways: Subscribe via
In this 952nd episode, Mike chats with Rob Preuss who joined the Spoons when he was 15 years young and was part of their glory years. We talked about Nova Heart, Romantic Traffic, Toronto Rocks, his time with Honeymoon Suite, his love of musical theatre, his relationship with Carole Pope,
I was reading about the passing of Steve Smith. Steve had ALS, an awful disease. Speaking of Steve Smith's death, you have to clarify which Steve Smith you're referring to. This happens to be the former NFL running back who played with the Raiders and Seahawks, but so many Steve
I'm way late on this one, but Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Robbie Ray won the 2021 Cy Young Award after posting a 2.84 ERA and 248 strikeouts on top of an 13-7 record. Ray became the fifth pitcher to win the Cy Young after a season in Toronto, along
What a thrill it was reading CBC Podcasts Coordinator Jason Paris recommending Toronto Mike'd to readers of the CBC Podcasts newsletter. This is true media geek talk for those of us who grew-up listening, watching and absorbing public and private media in Greater Toronto. Whether it be reminiscing about CFNY's
Welcome to this week's Open Mike. I'm Mike and I'll be your master of ceremonies for the day. Feel free to use this space to vent, rant, share a story and/or ask a question of the FOTM hivemind.
Nancy MacKay interviews Dave Phillips on the topic of Life Purpose. They discuss the 7 biggest mistakes CEOs make and some very practical tips on how to define your purpose, mission and vision for your life.
In this 951st episode, Mike chats with Dan Matheson about his years covering sports at CFTO, hosting NHL games, the '87 Canada Cup and Olympics for CTV, anchoring the news on CTV News Channel and co-hosting Canada AM. This episode is exactly 1:30:03. You can listen to this
In this 950th episode, Mike is joined by five FOTMs, each going to bat for a year they deem to be the best in recorded music history. Judge Beck presides. This episode is exactly 2:01:51. You can listen to this episode in a variety of ways: Subscribe via
In this 949th episode, Mike chats with Jayne Eastwood about Goin' Down the Road, the early days of SCTV, and her legendary acting career. This episode is exactly 1:19:20. You can listen to this episode in a variety of ways: Subscribe via Apple PodcastsSubscribe via Google PodcastsSubscribe via
In this 948th episode, Mike chats with Kiera Toffelmire about Toronto Miracle 2021, taking place on December 4, 2021. This episode is exactly 26:43. You can listen to this episode in a variety of ways: Subscribe via Apple PodcastsSubscribe via Google PodcastsSubscribe via SpotifySubscribe via Podcast AddictSubscribe via StitcherSubscribe
Welcome to this week's Open Mike. I'm Mike and I'll be your master of ceremonies for the day. Feel free to use this space to vent, rant, share a story and/or ask a question of the FOTM hivemind.
In Flanders fields the poppies blow Between the crosses, row on row That mark our place; and in the sky The larks, still bravely singing, fly Scarce heard amid the guns below. We are the Dead. Short days ago We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow, Loved and were loved,
Nancy MacKay interviews Jean-Philippe Menard about BDC's insights on the five trends that will reshape the recovery in Canada. They discuss e-commerce, remote work, labour shortage, acquisitions and climate/ESG and key strategies for successful entrepreneurs.
In this 947th episode, Mike chats with Al Grego, the host of the Moneris podcast Yes, We Are Open, about Canadian small businesses and their perseverance in the face of overwhelming adversity while they kick out 10 sweet jams. This episode is exactly 1:15:04. You can listen to
