In this 1713th episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike chats with Liz Worth, author of Treat Me Like Dirt: An Oral History of Punk in Toronto and Beyond, and Kire Paputts, who is credited on Colin Brunton's The Last Pogo Jumps Again and whose dad was in The Viletones, about the
Ron Tayor pitched for five teams (Cleveland, St. Louis, Houston, New York, and San Diego) during his 11-year career in the majors, posting a career 3.93 ERA. He's the only Canadian to win two World Series titles with two different teams. After his playing days ended, Taylor went on
In this 1712th episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike chats with singer songwriter Samantha Martin about her career in music, singing with Delta Sugar, her musical influences and shitting where she eats. This episode is exactly 1:14:08. You can listen to this episode in a variety of ways: Listen
If you’re on the lookout for an online casino bonus in Canada, you're likely browsing through countless offers—deposit matches, free spins, no-deposit deals—hoping to find the one that actually pays off. Well, as it turns out, not all bonuses are created equal. Without understanding the fine print,
Just before recording with Skye Wallace on Friday, I started singing "Nowhere To Run" by Martha Reeves & The Vandellas. I shared with Skye that I first discovered the song in the movie Good Morning Vietnam. I also owned that soundtrack on cassette and "Nowhere To Run" was the first
Buzz Hargrove was National President of the Canadian Auto Workers (CAW) from 1992 until his retirement in 2008.
In the high-speed world of online gambling, no one wants to wait around for their winnings. Whether you’ve hit a massive jackpot on a slot machine or scored big at the blackjack table, the last thing you want is a slow, frustrating payout process. Fortunately for Canadian players, there’
https://unsplash.com/photos/people-gathering-on-green-grass-field-during-daytime-FUmDe-Bx1LA Toronto truly comes alive in the summer, with a vibrant and diverse lineup of live music experiences across the city. From small indie showcases in cozy venues to massive outdoor extravaganzas, the seasonal lineup has something for every kind of music fan. The city has
Imagine walking into a clinic and having your doctor instantly know your full medical history — the allergies you had as a child, that odd rash from two years ago, even the bloodwork from your last visit — all without flipping through a dusty folder. Welcome to the world of EMRs — Electronic
Gambling in Canada has evolved significantly. It has gone from classic casinos to online casinos. Today, you have access to a variety of gaming sites where you can find many different forms of entertainment. An example is Magius Casino. The site combines modern technology, diverse content and convenient tools for
Source: (https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=555358064100194) Handheld laser welding is revolutionizing the manufacturing world, offering precision and efficiency like never before. But, adopting this cutting-edge technology isn’t without its hurdles. From initial investment costs to the need for specialized training, you’ll encounter various challenges that can
Steven Leckie was the lead singer of the legendary Toronto punk band The Viletones.
In this 1711th episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike catches up with Skye Wallace who is in her sexy preggy ice tea chug era. This episode is exactly 1:08:40. You can listen to this episode in a variety of ways: Listen on Apple PodcastsFollow on SpotifyFollow on Amazon MusicSubscribe
Although I missed the very early years of Dave Stieb's career, I caught on in '83 and instantly fell in love with the Blue Jays ace. All those near no-hitters and finally, in 1990, a bonafide actual no-hitter, the only one in Blue Jays history. Dave Stieb was a tremendous
Holy Mackinaw! Joe Bowen has announced he's retiring after the 2025-2026 NHL season. Joe's been calling Leafs games for over four decades. On the app formerly known as Twitter, Joe wrote: After 44 years of being the voice of your Toronto Maple Leafs, I have decided the 2025-26 season will
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 1710th episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike chats with Tom Harrington who has retired from the CBC after 44 years. This episode is exactly 1:23:52. You can listen to this episode in a variety of ways: Listen on Apple PodcastsFollow on SpotifyFollow on Amazon MusicSubscribe on Podcast
Larry's son died suddenly 13 months ago. He was only 34. I can't imagine what Larry's going through, but I'm certain he's not alone. Throughout the past 13 months, Larry's been journaling his feelings as he greives the loss of his only child. This morning, I sat with Larry in
In this 1709th episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike catches up with Al Grego while Al kicks out the jams. This episode is exactly 1:12:41. You can listen to this episode in a variety of ways: Listen on Apple PodcastsFollow on SpotifyFollow on Amazon MusicSubscribe on Podcast AddictSubscribe via
Is there a greater chasm between quality of content vs. quality of cover than Pet Sounds? Pet Sounds is a great album, no doubt, but that's one bad album cover.
Brian Wilson was the co-founder and primary songwriter of the Beach Boys.
For the first 130-something episodes of Toronto Mike'd, I rarely took a picture with the guest. There's a pic of Strombo and me by our Christmas tree, a selfie in the basement with Matt Galloway, and a shot of Melissa DiMarco and me by her car, but the post-recording Toronto
Kella was a familiar voice to Q107 listeners. She was on weekends from 6am-12pm and weekdays from 7pm-11pm. Her Q107.com bio page read: Kella has been in radio for over 20 years, and her career has even taken her to Taiwan! She enjoys hiking, yoga, hanging out in the
Last summer, I wrote about Corus axing all Kingston radio personnel. That's everyone at 96.3 BIG FM (CFMK-FM) and Fresh 104.3 (CKWS-FM). It seems Corus is pulling that same cost-cutting stunt in the nation's capital. The majority of on-air staff at JUMP! 106.9 (CKQB-FM) and boom 99.
Lately, there's been a lot of buzz about Ukrainian women dating Canada, showcasing their determination to find better lives and the wonderful cultural mix that comes from these relationships. As these women navigate their way through tough times back home, they're not just looking for love, but also adding to
