Dave "Bookie" Bookman, Dead at 58
Dave “Bookie” Bookman was 58. Bookie was as fine a radio personality as a city like Toronto could hope for. He loved the music, and it showed. After 21 years on 102.1 the Edge, he was let go in 2012, but quickly resurfaced on Indie 88 where he hosted a show until suffering a brain aneurysm in April.
So sorry to learn Dave Bookman is in the hospital after having a brain aneurysm.
— Toronto Mike (@torontomike) April 13, 2019
You all know what I think of Bookie... few have done it better.
Get well soon, Bookie! Toronto music fans need you!
I've made no secret of the fact Bookie was a highly sought guest on Toronto Mike'd, but he politely declined both invitations, citing a desire for privacy. I even asked him to appear on a Martin Streek tribute episode I put together for the fifth year anniversary of his untimely passing.
This isn't just a huge loss for Toronto radio, this is a big loss for the music scene as a whole in this city. Bookie hosted Nu Music Night at The Horseshoe Tavern forever. Bookie will be missed.
Next Thursday, Marc Weisblott from 12:36 will join me and we'll pay tribute to his friend Dave "Bookie" Bookman.
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Toronto Mike'd Podcast Episode 467: Leo Rautins
In this 467th episode, Mike chats with the "kid from Keele Street", Raptors TV analyst and former NBA player Leo Rautins about growing up in Toronto, being an NCAA star, being the first Canadian drafted in the first round of the NBA draft and covering the Toronto Raptors since day one. This episode is exactly 1:58:07.
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Toronto Mike'd Podcast Episode 466: Farley Flex
In this 466th episode, Mike chats with Farley Flex about managing Maestro Fresh-Wes, getting Flow 93.5 on the air in Toronto, becoming a judge on Canadian Idol and giving back to his community. This episode is exactly 1:39:05.
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Toronto Mike'd Podcast Episode 465: Mark Howard
In this 465th episode, Mike chats with producer Mark Howard about his battle with stage four cancer, his new book "Listen Up! Recording Music with Bob Dylan, Neil Young, U2, REM, The Tragically Hip, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Tom Waits...", working with Daniel Lanois and more. This episode is exactly 1:48:06.
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Open Mike
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 hivemind.
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Why You Should Support Fast Time Watch & Jewellery Repair
I think it was August 2018 when I first received an email from Milon at Fast Time Watch & Jewellery Repair. He was an avid listener of Toronto Mike'd (well, the sports media episodes, at least) and wanted to jump on a call. Our first call was during my daughter's soccer match and the hour flew by. I watched the match while chatting with Milon on my Bluetooth headset. I had two thoughts:
- Milon has great pipes... dude should be podcasting.
- We could literally talk for hours about Toronto sports memories and sports media personalities.
I first met Milon at a Kelsey's in Markham. Another two hours disappeared in what felt like 10 minutes. I was sold on Milon as a person, but that doesn't mean Fast Time Watch & Jewellery Repair is any good. So I did my research...
Firstly, Fast Time Watch & Jewellery Repair is a proudly Canadian company, completely independent and gloriously picking themselves off the mat after Sears left them high and dry. I share that tremendous story here.
Secondly, they've truly been doing quality watch and jewellery repairs on all brands for almost 40 years. In fact, I'm told this is their 40th year. They have a new location in Richmond Hill where they have watch technicians and jewellers on the premises.
Thirdly, they'll give you a watch battery replacement with a one year warranty at the absolute best value. They'll match any advertised Toronto area watch battery installation price plus Toronto Mike'd listeners receive 15% off any Watch Battery Installation. Just mention you heard about them on Toronto Mike'd. It's that simple.
My mom has an issue with her watch band and I've sent her to Fast Time Watch & Jewellery Repair because they have a large selection of leather, metal, rubber and silicone watch bands. And, you get free installation with your purchase. They also have a great selection of watches.
And last, but certainly not least, this is a family-run Canadian company that has stepped up to partner with your favourite independent podcaster. They've been helping to fuel the #realtalk since November 2018, and anyone who has listened to one of the sports media roundtables knows that Milon is a charming guy. Say hi to him at the Richmond Hill location and chat him up about the Jays, Raps, Leafs and Toronto sports media.
If you enjoy Toronto Mike'd, the best thing you can do to support the show is to support the sponsors. If you have any watch or jewellery repair needs, go here to see Fast Time locations and let me know how it goes. So far every listener who has reported back on their experience has raved about the service and price.
Thank you, Fast Time Watch & Jewellery Repair!
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Toronto Mike'd Podcast Episode 464: Maureen Holloway Returns
In this 464th episode, Mike catches up with CHFI's Maureen Holloway before she kicks out the jams. This episode is exactly 1:26:35.
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Tim Conway, Dead at 85
Tim Conway was 85. He was the comedic actor best known for being a core member of the “The Carol Burnett Show” troupe. He also starred in several Disney movies as well as the Dorf series of comic how-to videos.
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My Favourite Toronto Sports Moments
I've been following Toronto sports closely for almost 40 years. Ok, 37 years to be specific, but I prefer round numbers.
Now that I've had a couple of sleeps since witnessing The Shot, I find myself literally stuck in that moment. That shot was a true moment. It was a high arching buzzer-beater with some lengthy rim bounces that made it feel like time stood still for a few seconds. Kawhi took the shot and we all watched and waited to see if it would fall. It did, and the Raps advanced to the conference finals.
True, we're only halfway there, but that was the first buzzer-beater to end a game seven in NBA history. That's literally never happened before, and I can't personally remember a buzzer-beater in any game with that much bounce and suspense. I still can't believe it fell, but it did. Right?
I just checked the replay for the 529th time to confirm it did indeed fall. I haven't felt this jazzed about a moment in Toronto sports since Joey Bats flipped his bat in that crazy seventh inning. That wasn't that long ago, so now I'm thinking of where Kawhi's shot ranks in terms of Toronto sports moments.
Here's my top ten. Feel free to agree or disagree in the comments, just know this is a personal list of moments that have happened since I started following Toronto sports. I watched every one of these moments live and remember the feeling. Every time I question why I give a shit about sports, I remember these feelings...
- Joe touchin' them all
- Kawhi's shot
- Timlin to Carter
- Joey Bats' bat flip
- Borschevsky
- Edwin's wildcard walkoff
- Gilmour's wraparound
- Alomar's HR off Eckersley
- Ed Spague's World Series HR
- George Bell catching '85 AL East clincher