Barry Melrose was the former Toronto Maple Leaf best known for being the coach of the Los Angeles Kings in their run to the 1993 Stanley Cup Final. I'll never forget that Campbell Conference Final the Leafs lost to the Kings in 7.
In this 1968th episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike chats with Ralph Benmergui about people who think they hate jazz but don't realize they actually love it. This episode is exactly 1:15:36. You can listen to this episode in a variety of ways: Listen on Apple PodcastsFollow on SpotifyFollow
I was linked to a forbes.com article about podcasting, because it's very kind to me and my podcast Toronto Mike'd. It references the podcast explosion here in Canada and includes these paragraphs. Another shining star is Mike Boon, who bills himself on his LinkedIn page as the "Canadian Godfather
I was gifted a last-minute ticket to see Wu-Tang Clan at the Amp last night. The weather was perfect as I biked over for a couple of hours of 90s hip-hop. I was on the floor, and it was great vibes and an even better times. The Final Chamber? We'll
In this 1967th episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike chats with Gilberto Fernandes about his new book Militants, Mobsters and Mavericks: The Men Who Built Modern Toronto in the 1960s–70s. This episode is exactly 1:17:04. You can listen to this episode in a variety of ways: Listen on
I was at the Canadian National Exhibition yesterday, and took in the Canadian International Air Show. It was bittersweet as the this year's air show marks the final Toronto appearance of the Snowbirds, until their fleet is replaced in the 2030s at the earliest. A tear came to my eye
For a period of time, I wore Bluetooth headphones when riding my bike. I found the lack of wires convenient. I probably did this for a few years. Over time, the Bluetooth headphones needed charging more frequently. I could feel the battery deteriorate. Eventually, I had to charge my headphones
Otto Jelinek, along with his sister Mariea, won the 1962 World Figure Skating Championships and represented Canada at the 1960 Winter Olympics. He went on to a successful career in politics where he was elected to the House of Commons in 1972, becoming Minister of National Revenue in 1989.
For the second time this season, but first with the kids, I went to the Ex, oh baby! I loved it. I loved the crowds, the sounds, the smells, the air show, the rides and the food. When Mother Nature cooperates, there's no better place to be on the Labour
When modern AI software was emerging a several years ago, I remember Humble and Fred launching a lager with a local craft brewery. This brewery is now closing, but I don't believe there to be any correlation between these two events. To sell this beer on the podcast, Humble and
I wrote about the 2025 edition of ABG Day here. Each year, just before school returns, Snow gives back to the community he grew up in by hosting Allenbury Gardens Day. It's always great fun. This year, when my boy and I arrived for the big day, it was lower
In this 1966th episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike chats with meteorologist Chris Potter about his years on CP24, CityNews, and The Weather Network, where it all began. This episode is exactly 1:15:03. You can listen to this episode in a variety of ways: Listen on Apple PodcastsFollow on
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.
Gloria Steinem was the feminist crusader who galvanized the modern women’s movement, challenged sexist assumptions and fought for gender equality.
In this 1965th episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike chats with former MuchMusic VJ Bradford How about his time at Much, why he left for VH1 in the USA, and what he's been up to since. This episode is exactly 1:58:09. You can listen to this episode in a
Cassandra Wilson was a two-time Grammy Award-winning jazz singer, songwriter and producer.
While with Citytv, Jay Levine created and produced Fashion Television, a success in over 120 countries and one of Canada's longest running TV series.
In this 1964th episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike chats with Queen's Park Bureau Chief at Global News Colin D'Mello about why he left CTV News, their recent encounters, the Canadian - USA trade war, Doug Ford and more. This episode is exactly 1:40:15. You can listen to this
I was at Sugar Beach in downtown Toronto on Saturday afternoon. I took a short panning video of Lake Ontario and tried to share it on Instagram as an Instagram Story with "Lake Ontario" as the text overlay and the song "The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald" as the audio.
In this 1963rd episode of Toronto Mike'd, Lesley Taylor kicks out the jams in celebration of her birth year 1963. This episode is exactly 1:15:14. You can listen to this episode in a variety of ways: Listen on Apple PodcastsFollow on SpotifyFollow on Amazon MusicSubscribe on Podcast AddictSubscribe
On this 1962nd episode of Toronto Mike'd, and 6th episode of Rewinder, Mike chats with Blair Packham about what's new in Canadian media over the previous quarter. This episode is exactly 1:57:58. You can listen to this episode in a variety of ways: Listen on Apple PodcastsFollow on
The last time I saw Matt Good in concert was 1998 in Barrie when I saw him perform on the side stage before a Pearl Jam concert. I thought he was great, and I'd go on to own two Matthew Good Band CDs. Last night, I biked over to the
I speak often of our great Canadian Gords, but another name that seems to be very Canadian is Lorne. Think of a famous Lorne and they're most likely Canadian. Here are some great Canadian Lornes. Lorne MichaelsLorne Michaels crated and produces Saturday Night Live. He's been nominated for 112 Emmys,
As I age, there are things I used to care about that I no longer care about, and things I didn't care about that I suddenly do care about. I'm sure this is true for everyone. It would be strange if we were the same person at 22 that we
I truly hope you listen to my entire half hour conversation with John Cleese, available now wherever you listen to your podcasts. Just look for episode 1961 of Toronto Mike'd from August 28, 2026. This moment made me feel rather chuffed. It's John Cleese laughing very hard at my joke.
