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December 12, 2025
In this 1798th episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike chats with Barry Hertz, the Deputy Arts Editor and Film Editor for The Globe and Mail, about his life writing about movies, particularly the Fast and the Furious franchise, documented in his new book Welcome to the Family: The Explosive Story Behind
Last night, I was at Bif Naked: A Documentary's Toronto premiere at The Royal. I got to hang with my pal Bif, enjoy the film and then enjoy an intimate live performance. This film is coming to Superchannel in the new year, and I think Bif fans will love it
In this 1797th episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike Stafford and Supriya Dwivedi are reunited. This episode is exactly 1:32:04. You can listen to this episode in a variety of ways: Listen on Apple PodcastsFollow on SpotifyFollow on Amazon MusicSubscribe on Podcast AddictSubscribe via OvercastListen on tuneinSubscribe directly to
When people want to buy a car, they usually go to the nearest bank to receive a loan. However, they can easily be denied, or the application process can be so long that the vehicle purchase is postponed indefinitely. It is where a car loan from Credit Union will give
Monovision LASIK is a specialized LASIK procedure to lessen or eliminate the need for reading glasses. With monovision LASIK, astigmatic, nearsighted, or farsighted individuals can correct their vision. During the procedure, the surgeon reshapes the cornea of each eye differently using a laser, creating a monovision effect. The dominant eye
Choosing a security partner is one of those decisions you only notice when it goes wrong. Doors jam at shift change, alarms ring with no one attending, reports show up late, and tenants lose patience. We help clients avoid those headaches by focusing on the parts of vendor selection that
In this 1796th episode of Toronto Mike'd, and 47th episode of Toast, Mike is joined by Rob Preuss, Bob Willette as they kick out food jams. This episode is exactly 2:14:48. You can listen to this episode in a variety of ways: Listen on Apple PodcastsFollow on SpotifyFollow
Sally Kirkland was the actress best known for her starring role in 1987’s Anna, which earned her a Golden Globe award and an Oscar nomination. She appeared in over 250 film and TV productions, including 1991’s JFK and 2003’s Bruce Almighty.
Urban living continues to reshape nearly every aspect of modern routines, including how drivers maintain their vehicles. In large, fast-paced cities, the traditional approach to car care is becoming less practical, which is why many people now rely on more convenient solutions like car cleaning services that meet them where
In recent years, the integration of cryptocurrencies into online gambling platforms has transformed the way Canadians engage with their favorite games. This shift has broadened the accessibility of gambling and introduced new dynamics in terms of security and transaction speed. As the popularity of digital currencies continues to rise, it's
Terry Fox has been inspiring me for 45 years, and tonight I had the privilege of attending the premiere viewing of FOTM Sean Menard's new documentary Run Terry Run at Roy Thomson Hall. The score was performed live by the Toronto Symphony Orchestra. There was a wealth of footage I'd
In this 1795th episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike chats with vocalist Colin MacDonald and guitarist John-Angus MacDonald from The Trews about the ongoing history of the band. This episode is exactly 1:16:22. You can listen to this episode in a variety of ways: Listen on Apple PodcastsFollow on
Border closures or long wait times can disrupt travel, business, and daily plans in a big way. That’s why having a strong backup plan matters. A clear contingency plan helps you stay calm, prepared, and ready for any sudden changes at the border. By planning ahead, you reduce stress,
AI search is changing how people find information, and clear structured data is now more important than ever. When search engines understand your content, they can show it in rich results, summaries, and AI answers. But getting schema markup right can feel confusing and technical, especially if you try to
Lenny Wilkens was a three-time inductee into the Basketball Hall of Fame who was enshrined as both a player and a coach. He coached 2,487 games in the NBA, which is still a record, including 263 with the Toronto Raptors.
According to Billboard, an AI singer named Xania Monet is “the first known AI artist to earn enough radio airplay to debut on a Billboard radio chart.” I've heard this song, and it's rather underwhleming, but it's fine. I'd compare this AI voice to Beyonce. If you asked the software
Mel Bridgeman played 14 seasons in the NHL, playing in two Stanley Cup Finals with the Philadelphia Flyers. He was also the first GM of the moder-day Ottawa Senators.
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Starting in 2018, Dave Hodge has unveiled his 100 favourite songs of the calendar year on Toronto Mike'd. I'm honoured to help facilitate this. VP even maintains hodge100.com. Dave's Hodge 100 for 2025 is scheduled for November 27, two days before TMLX21 at Palma's Kitchen. This is year 9.
In this 1794th episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike catches up with Hawksley Workman who is touring Ontario with gusto and passion. This episode is exactly 1:02:55. You can listen to this episode in a variety of ways: Listen on Apple PodcastsFollow on SpotifyFollow on Amazon MusicSubscribe on Podcast
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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.
