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.
December 05, 2025
In this 1742nd episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike chats with guitarist Colin Cripps about his years playing with the Spoons, Crash Vegas, Junkhouse, Kathleen Edwards, Bryan Adams and Blue Rodeo. This episode is exactly 1:39:02. You can listen to this episode in a variety of ways: Listen on
For years, betting has proven to be one of the most entertaining, reliable, and fulfilling pastimes for most individuals worldwide. Given the technological advancements, one gift that keeps giving is social media. Several studies have shown that at least 50% of new registrations on betting sites such as Betway directly
Last month I wrote about Toronto's new park. It's called Biidaasige Park and it's a little east on Commissioners Street from Cherry Street. If you just take Cherry Street, you'll miss it, at least I did, and you'll end up at Cherry Beach. Be sure to turn off Cherry at
In this 1741st episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike chats with historian Jeremy Hopkin about the history of Sunnyside in Toronto. This episode is exactly 1:32:02. You can listen to this episode in a variety of ways: Listen on Apple PodcastsFollow on SpotifyFollow on Amazon MusicSubscribe on Podcast AddictSubscribe
Tonight I attended a live listening party for the new Rheostatics album. It took place at the Paradise Theatre and I saw a number of FOTMs from Kevin Hearn to Dave Bidini to Fergus Hambleton to Michael Phillip Wojewoda. I was sitting with Tyler Campbell, Jim Romanko and Darrin Cappe.
Have you ever considered the ways that the games we play reflect city life? Cities like Toronto are built up of millions of people, each with their own story, goals, relationships, and challenges. The games that we play can reflect these individual stories and can offer many important lessons that
In this 1740th episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike chats with writer, musician, and comedian Ashwyn Singh about his unique perspective to explore themes of cultural identity, immigration, and family with wit and relatability. This episode is exactly 1:12:31. You can listen to this episode in a variety of
I've told this story a few times on Toronto Mike'd, but thought I'd document it here for posterity. Last summer, I attended Beerfest to see Cypress Hill. I was joined by my wife and daughter. At some point after Souls of Mischief performed, FOTM Ryan Wolstat who covers the Raptors
As I wrote that title, I got a little shiver. I had to remind myself that I am not going back to the office. My last days in an office were in 2011, 14 years ago. I was lucky enough to work from home pre-COVID. Then, everyone seemed to be
Remember the Re/Max hot air balloon? That was one of many hot air balloons flown by Ernie Lee, who started flying hot air balloons in 1974. If you spotted a hot air balloon in Toronto, it was likely piloted by Ernie. I just learned the sad news from Jeremy
Loni Anderson was an actress I knew best for his portrayal of Jennifer Marlowe on WKRP in Cincinnati.
I recently wrote about my tour of the Toronto Island with Warren Hoselton. It was mainly a walking tour, but there was some water taxi action as well. There's a stretch west of Centre Island by Hanlon's Point where the trees have been overwhelmed by cormorants. We're talking thousands of
I don't particularly enjoy long bike rides. At some point I get a pinched nerve in my upper back and it stops being fun. I've gone for precisely three bike rides that were greater than 100km long and I felt that pinch all three times. The sweet spot for me
Neo Financial is making waves in the Canadian banking scene with a fresh approach that sets it apart from the traditional players. Founded in 2019 by the same team behind SkipTheDishes, the company’s mission is to make managing money easier and more accessible through a fully digital platform. With
In 2025, the online casino landscape is enriched with diverse slot themes, offering players a variety of engaging experiences. Platforms like vegas hero are pivotal in showcasing these themes, providing a broad selection that caters to different player interests. Meanwhile, vegashero casino continues to expand these thematic offerings. The online
Firstly, right off the bat of Babe Ruth when he was with the Providence Grays hitting his first professional home run against the Toronto Maple Leafs on Hanlon's Point in 1914, the photo above was taken by yours truly last night. It's not AI, it's not stolen from Google Images,
Toronto, Canada's enormous metropolis, has a nightlife as active and diverse as the city itself. Each community appears to buzz with its own energy, especially on a Friday night downtown, along the trendy Queen West strip, or tucked away in an Ossington bar humming with live music. What about the
Affiliate marketing is one of the most accessible and scalable ways to earn passive income online. By promoting products or services from other companies, you can earn a commission on every sale, lead, or action generated through your website. This blog post will walk you through building your own affiliate
The way people play at online casinos has changed a lot in the last few years. A big part of that change comes down to how platforms handle identity checks, better known as KYC—“Know Your Customer.” Traditional casinos have always leaned heavily on strict verification, requiring players to hand
I would like to welcome Doug Mills and Blue Sky Agency to the Toronto Mike'd family as a new partner helping to fuel the #realtalk. Blue Sky Agency is sponsoring episodes in August and September and Doug is keen to chat with any and all Toronto Mike’d listeners looking
In this 1739th episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike chats with photographer Andrew Budziak about his explorations of Toronto's urban wildlife and the various species he's encountered in the 416. This episode is exactly 1:18:25. You can listen to this episode in a variety of ways: Listen on Apple
Credit The 2025 PGA Tour season has delivered no shortage of drama, but the stage is now set for the year’s most intense battles. With the FedEx Cup Playoffs reduced to just 30 players at East Lake, fans are primed for head-to-head showdowns between golf’s most consistent performers
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.
Canadians are part of a global wave of players looking for entertainment that fits into the in-between moments of the day. Whether you are sipping coffee before a meeting or unwinding for five minutes between errands, short and focused gameplay has found its way into daily life. That is where
