In this 1727th episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike chats with Gill Deacon about the recurrence of her breast cancer, her battle with long COVID, why she gave up her role as host of Here and Now and her new podcast A Love Affair with the Unknown. This episode is exactly
I've been ironing out an annoying frame rate issue on recorded videos that were also live streamed. I think I have it sorted now. We'll find out at 2pm with Gill Deacon. This issue, in a roundabout way, had me revisiting a recording of Broken Social Scene co-founder Brendan Canning's
I've noticed this scam, primarily on Facebook and Instagram, where a sponsored post is a letter from a storeowner announcing they're closing their doors, but having a final sale. These places present themselves as an actual bricks and mortar Toronto institution and is written in a manner that it's assumed
Now when you Google something, you get an AI Overview. I'm not sure what the point of this AI Overview is considering how often it's just plain wrong. Google's AI thinks FOTM Mike Stafford is the Mike hosting Toronto Mike'd. "Toronto Mike" refers to Mike Stafford, a well-known figure in
In this 1726th episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike chats with Toronto Star city columnist Ed Keenan about Ontario Place, Tory vs. Chow, bubble zones, sixplexes, the Eglinton Crosstown LRT, bike lanes, graffiti and more. This episode is exactly 1:51:25. You can listen to this episode in a variety
Slot machines have come a long way from mechanical fruit reels to modern story games. Thus, the slot market by 2026 may exceed 100 billion dollars, which indicates the great popularity of such entertainment. Casinos such as Fambet https://fambet.com/ca/ provide players with access to a diverse range
In this 1725th episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike chats with Stephen Brunt and Blake Bell and Len Lumbers from Today in Dave Stieb History (BlueSky, X, YouTube) about why Dave Stieb belongs in the Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown. This episode is exactly 1:34:31. You can listen
Unlike Cherry Blossoms, recently discontinued, I actually enjoyed Jersey Milk. It was a good chocolate bar to buy on your way to a camping trip b/c it served well as the chocolate in your s'mores. I did not realize that Jersey Milk was only produced in Canada, but now
Matt Cameron has quit as Pearl Jam's drummer. Pearl Jam has had several drummers over the years, but Matt was there the longest. After 27 fantastic years, I have taken my final steps down the drum riser for the mighty Pearl Jam. Much love and respect to Jeff, Ed, Mike
Place your bets using pre-match features, make a few and see which new game can help you relax and bring some positivity into your life. The world of video games is seeing more and more unusual and heartwarming projects, and one such recent addition is Dog Walk, which just launched
If you've listened to any of the three Toronto Mike'd episodes recorded thus far this month (Cliff Thorburn, Michael Mongiardi and Steve Simmons), you've heard me welcome a new partner: The Waterfront BIA. Waterfront BIAI love Toronto's waterfront, and as an avid cyclist, I find myself biking to Sugar Beach
Toronto is hooked on reviews. It’s not just a habit — it’s a way of life. People here check ratings for almost everything. From a taco stand in Kensington Market to a dentist in North York, no decision is made without a quick glance at the stars and comments.
Mark Snow was the television and film composer best known for creating the theme for The X-Files.
I've been blogging since the late 90s, so I've been to an influencer event or two in my time. Truth be told, I get many invitations to various product launches and other such attention-seeking parties as PR agencies pursue earned media mentions. Telus once took me a Gold medal World
In this 1724th episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike chats with Steve Simmons, the lead sports columnist at the Toronto Sun, about Mitch Marner, Masai Ujiri, Bob McCown, Don Cherry, Wayne Gretzky, Cito Gaston, Bob McKenzie and more. This episode is exactly 2:08:03. You can listen to this episode
Bobby Jenks was a two-time All-Star closer and World Series champion with the Chicago White Sox who once tied an MLB record, retiring 41 batters in a row.
Lyndon Byers played parts of ten seasons in the NHL with the Boston Bruins and San Jose Sharks before becoming a popular Boston sports media personality.
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 this 1723rd episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike chats with Michael Mongiardi about the state of podcasting in Canada. This episode is exactly 1:07:54. You can listen to this episode in a variety of ways: Listen on Apple PodcastsFollow on SpotifyFollow on Amazon MusicSubscribe on Podcast AddictSubscribe via
Michael Madsen was the actor best known for his frequent collaborations with Quentin Tarantino—Reservoir Dogs, Kill Bill: Volume 2, The Hateful Eight, and Once Upon a Time in Hollywood. RIP Bump Bailey
In this 1722nd episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike chats with Order of Canada recipient and World Snooker Championship winner Cliff Thorburn about his remarkable life in snooker. This episode is exactly 1:20:29. You can listen to this episode in a variety of ways: Listen on Apple PodcastsFollow on
A few months ago, I wrote about financial difficulties at 105.9 The Region. The York Region station, which actually broadcasts from Scarborough, is now Radio Y 105.9 FM and focused on the South Asian community. I'm told Y Media Group is the largest South Asian Media House in
Photo credit There’s a quiet shift that happens when you start to see your home differently. It’s not just where you live. It’s where your savings live too. And with the right tools, it can support your goals, without forcing you to sell, move, or make a
Alex Delvecchio was the longtime center for fellow Hockey Hall of Famer Gordie Howe with the Detroit Red Wings.
About five years ago, Bob McKenzie semi-retired from TSN. We talked about what that meant in episode 750 of Toronto Mike'd. But the big Bob McKenzie A-Z #deepdive on Toronto Mike'd was episode 227 and if you haven't heard it yet, I suggest you rectify that immediately. Here's Bob's farewell
