I didn't own the debut album from Suicidal Tendencies, but I loved "Institutionalized", the big single from this hardcore punk band. All I wanted was a Pepsi! Another track on this 1983 album is "I Saw Your Mommy...", which I only recently heard for the first time. Here's that song,
When was the last time you saw a photo ruined by red eyes? This was typical back in the film camera days. The photo would be grand, but someone had red eyes. We just accepted it as an inherent risk. The Red Eye risk is gone. I'm not sure my
Toronto has always been good at mixing routine with reinvention. The same city that still tunes in to familiar voices and lines up for live games is also comfortable doing more from home than it used to. That mix of old habits and new convenience shows up everywhere, including entertainment.
In this 1839th episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike chats with David Bronstein about how he became The Prince of Love on late night informercials for Dial-A-Date, what happened next, and his acting performance in Kire Paputt's new film Junkie Run. This episode is exactly 1:01:28. You can listen
A 3.7 magnitude earthquake struck Ramara last night, just before 11pm. Ramara, I'm told, is 3 km east of Orillia and about 100 km north of Toronto. FOTM hall of famer VP of Salez felt it in Mimico, but I didn't feel a thing. Nor did my wife who
On Friday I posted my cycling stats for January 2026 as evidence it's been a pretty decent month. That was then, this is now. That Friday was so cold, I didn't bike. Same for Saturday. Then, Toronto got more snow in one day that any other day of my life.
In this 1838th episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike discusses the disappearance of Chris Sheppard and plays clips from Club 102, his recent conversation with Matt Schichter, director of the CFNY: The Spirit of Radio documentary, Chris Sheppard's final recorded public appearance on Humble and Fred and a rare remix from
Sly Dunbar was a drummer best known as one half of the prolific Jamaican rhythm section and reggae production duo Sly and Robbie.
This morning, I produced an episode of Life in Stages with Joel Greenberg and his guest Linda Kash. Linda, a rather famous Canadian actress in her own right, is the daughter of actress and opera singer Maureen Forrester and the sister of actor Daniel Kash. Daniel played the titular character
The intersection of technology and online casinos is driving rapid transformation across the digital gaming landscape. From artificial intelligence to immersive streaming capabilities, technological advancements are redefining how players experience casino entertainment. As innovation accelerates, the online casino industry continues to evolve, setting new standards for accessibility, security, and engagement.
On the heels of my "This Winter Isn't So Bad" post, I feel like hibernating today. My son's hockey game was cancelled due to inclement weather, and I see nothing on my calendar. Meanwhile, Environment Canada is throwing an Orange Warning regarding today's winter storm. It reads like a telegram
Finding the best online casino in Canada in 2026 is no longer about just clicking the first bright banner you see. It’s about navigating a digital world that has become as sophisticated as a high-end resort in Montreal. As the Canadian gambling landscape matures, players have traded simple excitement
Image by Carlos Jamaica from Pexels Alt text: Fans in a stadium. The potential for unity was on full display during a specific night that changed the city's rhythm. It was Game 5, overtime, and the Leafs were clinging to playoff life. Inside Scotiabank Arena, a winning goal sent shockwaves
Image from Massage Tools Alt text: Two massage specialists in a massage room. Toronto’s wellness scene is currently experiencing a massive surge, reflecting the city's dynamic entrepreneurial spirit. Employment in Toronto’s life sciences sector reached 30,490 in 2023, a 35% increase from the previous year. This boom
Image by Elevate from Pexels Alt text: Back of a man raising hands at an event with purple lights. Toronto's event scene is electric, ranging from summer food fêtes in the Six to winter charity runs along the Lakeshore. Yet, many planners overlook the fundamental logistics that turn a standard
Toronto's cannabis delivery scene has changed a lot since legalization. What used to be a simple convenience option has grown into a smart system that brings everything from small amounts to large bulk orders right to your door. In 2026, delivery services keep getting better. They're offering lower prices, faster
Photo by Alesia Kazantceva on Unsplash High-traffic office environments demand more than sporadic tidying; they require intentional, systematic care that preserves functionality, supports well-being, and reflects organizational standards. Daily foot traffic, shared workstations, conference rooms, break areas, and restrooms all accumulate soils, debris, and microbial buildup at rates far beyond
According to Environment Canada, it's currently -23°C in Toronto. At least when you factor in the windchill, and it's pretty windy out there. With all the snow we got 8 days ago, and this current deep freeze, I'm reading social media posts about how awful this winter has been
Jonathan Torrens dropped by 12 years ago today. He was doing some work downtown at the CBC studios and he took a cab to south Etobicoke to chat with yours truly. It was episode 65 of Toronto Mike'd, but it felt like episode one. You see, until then I either
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.
The change from eating inside to cooking outside is a sign of the warmer months, when every backyard becomes a temporary social hub. If you want to be a better host, the quality of the equipment is just as important as the quality of the food. People who love barbecuing
In this 1837th episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike was going to chat with David Bronstein about how he became The Prince of Love on late night informercials for Dial-A-Date, what happened next, and his acting performance in Kire Paputt's new film Junkie Run, but instead he talked to Kire himself.
Last night, I finished Heated Rivalry. In my humble opinion, the MVP of the series is Wolf Parade. The use of "I'll Believe In Anything" in episode five was fantastic. Hook the end of episode five to my veins. Way back in 2005, when I listened to a tonne of
In this 1836th episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike chats with Dean McTaggart about his work with The Arrows, not singing on Tears Are Not Enough, and writing hits for Amanda Marshall and Wynonna Judd. This episode is exactly 1:14:58. You can listen to this episode in a variety
Thank you very much, Larry. I’m going to start in French, and then I’ll switch back to English. (IN FRENCH) It seems that every day we’re reminded that we live in an era of great power rivalry — that the rules-based order is fading, that the strong can
