The difference between Canadian and American schools is hardly a faceoff– Canada is far ahead of the US. Whenever there are debates about which countries have the best school system, Nordic countries Norway and Finland and Asian dynamos Japan and Singapore come to mind. Silently, Canada has risen to the
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.
In this 423rd episode, Mike chats with jazz musician, broadcaster and voiceover actress Heather Bambrick about Newfoundland, music, the fall of JAZZ.FM91, the rise of JAZZCAST, and more. This episode is exactly 2:18:02. You can listen to this episode in a variety of ways: Subscribe in iTunesListen
I have not written a word about Donald Trump since his inauguration. In fact, I've written about him only once since he was elected. That entry is here. I personally find Trump as POTUS so distasteful and disappointing, I can't write about it. Remember when everyone was loving Alec Baldwin's
Carol Channing was 97. She was the broadway legend best known for such musicals as Gentlemen Prefer Blondes and Hello, Dolly!.
In this 422nd episode, Mike chats with Ryan Wolstat of The Toronto Sun about the Raps, TFC and 90s hip-hop. This episode is exactly 1:46:04. You can listen to this episode in a variety of ways: Subscribe in iTunesListen via Google Play MusicSave to your Spotify LibraryListen via
Brian "Henny" Henderson was on the air at 1050 CHUM for 27 years, from 1977 to 2004. In the 80s, I'd literally call a phone number in order to hear his excellent daily sports commentaries. I considered him, Rick Hodge, John Gallagher and Fred Patterson to be the four pillars
In this 421st episode, Mike chats with Mark Hebscher, Brian Gerstein and Milon Talsania about the current state of sports media in Canada. This episode is exactly 2:29:40. You can listen to this episode in a variety of ways: Subscribe in iTunesListen via Google Play MusicSave to your
The federal Criminal Code (the “Code”) is the overarching statute controlling gambling activity in Canada. Overall, all types of gambling, betting, and lotteries are defined as illegal by the Code, unless they fall into one of the exceptions defined by the Code. It is important to understand what the constitution
Toronto is one of the best cities you can visit in North America. This Canadian city has evolved into a tourism hotspot in the 21st century. There are many things you can do in Toronto. While the city is well-known for its cultural tourism and beautiful lake, there is also
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.
In this 420th episode, Mike chats with Tyler Stewart about a million things Barenaked Ladies related and otherwise. This episode is exactly 2:36:38. You can listen to this episode in a variety of ways: Subscribe in iTunesListen via Google Play MusicSave to your Spotify LibraryListen via StitcherFollow on
In this 419th episode, Mike catches up with Joel Goldberg before they play and discuss his ten favourite songs of all-time. This episode is exactly 1:42:20. You can listen to this episode in a variety of ways: Subscribe in iTunesListen via Google Play MusicSave to your Spotify LibraryListen
In this 418th episode, Mike chats with Fan 590 host Ashley Docking about her hall of fame collegiate career, her work on television and radio, the Gruber incident and diversity in Canadian sports media. This episode is exactly 1:35:59. You can listen to this episode in a variety
Shopping for footwear requires the same level of care that you bring to selecting all the other elements of your wardrobe. Even when you come across a pair of shoes that look nice, it pays to spend a little time finding what other qualities they bring to the table. As
You want to provide your employees with a reasonable range of benefits. That includes different plans that make it easier for them to take care of their health. From HSA accounts to the best in group health insurance, it pays to put some effort into the plans you select. Here
There’s nothing like having a home gym where you can work out in private. It’s never closed and it’s always ready when you want to get in a short workout or spend an hour or more going through your routine. As you begin the task of creating
Kickboxing is a martial art that involves using the feet and legs as well as the arms and hands for combat. Often offered at gyms and fitness centres that specialize in mix martial arts, kickboxing provides quite a few benefits. Here are five of the top reasons why you should
After being a little lax with scheduling dental appointments the last couple of years, you finally called the dentist and scheduled a dental check-up, What happens next? There are some things you can do to prepare for that appointment. Theses five tips will make things go more smoothly for you
I'm old enough to remember a time when my phone battery would last the entire day. Seriously! I'd charge it while I slept, wake up with 100% and go to sleep without having to charge it once. That, sadly, is no longer the case. I always said I'd sacrifice phone
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.
In this 417th episode, Mike chats with radio host Stacey Thompson about being the last voice on 1050 CHUM, working at Flow, The Move and Boom, whether the Breeze is coming and so much more. This episode is exactly 1:55:59. You can listen to this episode in a
"Captain" Daryl Dragon was 76. He was one half of popular '70s duo The Captain & Tennille, best known for "Muskrat Love," "Do That to Me One More Time" and "Love Will Keep Us Together.".
Bob Einstein was 76. He was best known for creating and performing the satirical stuntman character Super Dave Osborne and for his roles as Marty Funkhouser in Curb Your Enthusiasm and Larry Middleman on Arrested Development.
Mean Gene Okerlund was 76. He was the wrestling interviewer and announcer best known for his years with the World Wrestling Federation.
