I've broken several bones in my life, the first being my leg in a grade two school playground accident. I was in a cast and on crutches for six weeks. I've been a father for almost 22 years, and have four children, but none had ever broken a bone. That
Metro Morning is really the only morning show I listen to, tuning in for spots while in the shower or getting the kids ready for school. When FOTM Matt Galloway moved on to host The Current, I thought David Common was the best of the fill-in guests. Ismaila Alfa got
In this 1337th episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike chats with Catherine McClenahan about the new MuchMusic documentary, her thoughts about it, her place in MuchMusic history and her career post-Much. This episode is exactly 1:29:02. You can listen to this episode in a variety of ways: Subscribe via
The online casino industry is a highly competitive one. That’s a fact that has been highly evident in Ontario since online casinos were legalized in 2022. One way in which gambling companies can attract new customers is the offering of bonuses. When looking for the best online casino bonus
Diana Swain, who first joined CBC's Winnipeg station CBWT in 1990, has announced she's leaving CBC News after 33 years. Drumroll time! After 33 years, this week marks my last at CBC News. It’s been a fantastic 3 decades reporting from all over Canada and the world, anchoring the
In this 1336th episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike chats with Hayden Desser about his career in music, Dream Serenade and his allergy to bullshit. This episode is exactly 1:29:46. You can listen to this episode in a variety of ways: Subscribe via Apple PodcastsSubscribe via Google PodcastsSubscribe via
A small island nation with secluded beaches and coves attracts crowds of tourists who wish to return to this stunning place at the end of their trip. Those who want to relax and unwind in a peaceful atmosphere and start a new life go to Grenada. Especially interesting prospects are
Aretha Frnaklin is the undisputed Queen of Soul, but in the late-60s, she was beat by British blue-eyed soul singer Dusty Springfiield. In 1968, songwriters John Hurley and Ronnie Wilkins wrote Son of a Preacher Man for Aretha Franklin, but Aretha turned it down because her father really was a
Tim Wakefield was the MLB knuckleballer who won 200 major league games, including 186 with the Boston Red Sox. I like this line from ESPN: Wakefield was also an eight-time nominee for the Roberto Clemente Award that goes to a ballplayer for exemplary sportsmanship and community involvement, winning it in
Although gambling in Canada is prohibited under federal law, exceptions are made for provincial governments to conduct and manage commercial gaming in their own province. This means that there is potential for growth in the industry, especially given there are 19.3 million commercial gaming accounts in the country. This
In this 1316th episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike pays tribute to those we lost in September 2023. This episode is exactly 51:45. You can listen to this episode in a variety of ways: Subscribe via Apple PodcastsSubscribe via Google PodcastsSubscribe via SpotifySubscribe via Podcast AddictSubscribe via OvercastSubscribe via tuneinSubscribe
Ah, poker. That timeless game of strategy and wits. It has always been as much about what you don't say as what you actually do. From its very beginnings, the famous “poker face” has been as much part of the game as the cards themselves. Whether in person or online,
In the vast universe of online casinos, it can be a daunting task for players to identify the top platforms, especially when looking for options catering to specific regions. When it comes to Canada, there's a medley of choices available for the discerning player. However, not all casinos are created
Don't ask me how, but I managed to get an invitation to the 35th anniversary party for Electric Circus. Let's just say there are FOTMs in high places. A personal highlight was meeting The Architect himself, Moses Znaimer. But I bumped into a bunch of other cool peeps, too! Monika
FOTM Carly Agro has left Sportnset after nine years. She's heading to the Lincoln Alexander School of Law at TMU. It's been a trip! I absolutely loved being back in the studio and on the desk at Sportsnet Central this summer. Being back on centre court at the National Bank
Welcome to this guide dedicated to sports betting enthusiasts! As an experienced journalist and bettor, I know how easy it is to make costly mistakes when betting money on a sporting event. In this article, I will give you practical advice to avoid the most common pitfalls and maximize your
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 1334th episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike catches up with Cam Gordon who explains why he's been absent for eleven months before he kicks out forgotten Cancon jams. This episode is exactly 2:16:31. You can listen to this episode in a variety of ways: Subscribe via Apple
I was given a spot in front of the red carpet for today's Rock of Fame induction ceremony at Massey Hall. In addition to getting some time with FOTM Alan Frew from Glass Tiger and FOTM Carole Pope from Rough Trade, I snapped a few selfies. FOTMs Andy Kim, Steve
Michael Gambon, one of the leading thespians of his generation, is probably best knwon for playing Albus Dumbledore in most of the “Harry Potter” movies.
Corus is cancelling Entertainment Tonight Canada after 18 seasons. Here's their statement: After more than 18 incredible seasons, we are ending production of Entertainment Tonight Canada. The costs of producing a daily entertainment newsmagazine show in a challenging advertising environment have led to this decision. We recognize the impact this
In this 1333rd episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike catches up with Jamie Campbell and Brad Fay before talking about 25 years of Sportsnet. This episode is exactly 1:51:22. You can listen to this episode in a variety of ways: Subscribe via Apple PodcastsSubscribe via Google PodcastsSubscribe via SpotifySubscribe
The modern world is constantly changing and evolving, offering new opportunities. With the increasing popularity of cryptocurrencies, more and more people are looking to make money. One of the innovative methods that is gaining attention and popularity is cloud crypto mining, which provides access to passive income with a small
Brooks Robinson made 18 All-Star appearances over a 23-year career spent exclusively in Baltimore, and was a member of the franchise's 1966 and 1970 World Series championship teams.
We recently said goodbye to Stitcher, and now Google has announced Google Podcasts will be discontinued. Here's the email I received this afternoon. Hi Mike, We recently announced that Google Podcasts will be discontinued next year. We wanted to contact you directly with more information on what to expect. For
