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.
April 23, 2024
In this 1450th episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike and Peter Gross discuss why the FOTM hall of famer might be up shit's creek without a paddle. This episode is exactly 46:13. You can listen to this episode in a variety of ways: Subscribe via Apple PodcastsSubscribe via SpotifySubscribe via
For the purposes of this article, I'm going back to 1987. That's the year I became a teenager. I had to pick a year, and that makes as much sense to me as any year. In 1987, I was already in love with music. Here's how I consumed it. RadioIn
Yesterday I learned we lost bassist Russ Wilson, a founding member of Junkhouse. I just saw him on stage at the Horseshoe Tavern in December. I took the above photo during the show. Russ is wearing black. Russ was a great musician with a tremendous presence. My sincere condolences to
In this 1449th episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike chats with musical archaeologist Kevin Howes about his Jamaica to Toronto, Native North America and Willie Dunn compilations and so much more. This episode is exactly 1:51:32. You can listen to this episode in a variety of ways: Subscribe via
In an increasingly digital world, understanding the evolution of online privacy and how companies handle customer information is a hot topic that spans every industry, especially in the digital currency domain such as Bitcoin. The face of digital currency is continuously shifting with recent advances in technology shaping and driving
Miconex Research showed that 76% of Canadian employees claimed receiving a gift card from their employers could boost their motivation. As competition continues to soar in different workspaces, employers are prioritising their employee experience to enhance their competitive edge. Rewards like annual bonuses and personalised recognition have become common as
Eric Carmen was the lead singer for The Raspberries before going solo and recording such hits as All by Myself", "Never Gonna Fall in Love Again", "She Did It", "Hungry Eyes", and "Make Me Lose Control".
Karl Wallinger was a member of The Waterboys before founding World Party.
In this 1448th episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike chats with Jane Harbury about her career in PR, working at the Riverboat Coffee House, and the many musical legends with whom she's crossed paths. This episode is exactly 1:51:59. You can listen to this episode in a variety of
We lost Custom in 2021. Here's an audio tribute I recorded when I learned Duane Lavold had passed away. I mentioned I have a bunch of unreleased Custom tracks in my personal collection, but he would often send me MP3s to get my feedback. Most of it was excellent, including
With a playoff berth secured, the Toronto Maple Leafs can turn their attention to snapping their well-known championship drought. The Leafs, while among the most accomplished teams in NHL history, haven’t won the Stanley Cup since 1967, a drought that is nearly 60 years. With the playoffs approaching, let’
Way back in January 2023, I unboxed the David Kines boxes. FOTM David Kines had sent over some boxes of DVDs, CDS and more. Here's the two unboxing videos. The David Kines Box, Part 1The David Kines Box, Part 2Over the past 13 months, I've biked these gifts to people
In recent years, Toronto has been making waves as a burgeoning tech hub, drawing attention from entrepreneurs, investors, and tech enthusiasts worldwide. With its diverse talent pool, vibrant startup ecosystem, and supportive government initiatives, the city is experiencing a remarkable tech boom. In this article, we'll explore the factors driving
This week, Etobicoke's own Joey Votto took to Twitter to let everybody know he's missing ball. Joey Votto is a free agent, and at 40 years of age, eager to play for his home team. missing ball pic.twitter.com/r8ZG9gfU2i — Joey Votto (@JoeyVotto) March 6, 2024 I have
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.
Steve Lawrence was the entertainer who spent decades as one half of the iconic singing duo Steve & Eydie with wife Eydie Gorme.
In this 1447th episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike chats with Randi Druzin about her career in sports media, the greatest goaltenders of all-time and Van Halen. Todd Denault is along for the ride. This episode is exactly 1:26:17. You can listen to this episode in a variety of
King was a founding member of The Stampeders. The Stampeders would score a number of hits, including Sweet City Woman in 1971. The song helped turn the band into one of one of Canada’s most successful acts, becoming a radio staple in both Canada and the United States. It
In this 1446th episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike chats with Peter Kent about Brian Mulroney. This episode is exactly 35:40. You can listen to this episode in a variety of ways: Subscribe via Apple PodcastsSubscribe via SpotifySubscribe via Podcast AddictSubscribe via OvercastSubscribe via tuneinSubscribe directly to the feed at
In this 1445th episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike catches up with David Alter talking Leafs, U2 and more. This episode is exactly 1:02:24. You can listen to this episode in a variety of ways: Subscribe via Apple PodcastsSubscribe via SpotifySubscribe via Podcast AddictSubscribe via OvercastSubscribe via tuneinSubscribe directly
Hi Mike - it seems things can change at the blink of an eye. This episode is exactly 1:52:00. You can listen to this episode in a variety of ways: Subscribe via Apple PodcastsSubscribe via SpotifySubscribe via Podcast AddictSubscribe via OvercastSubscribe via tuneinSubscribe directly to the feed at
When I got married the first time, my occupation was grocery clerk. I worked at a Food City located at The Galleria Mall at Dufferin and Dupont. As a grocery clerk,I was responsible for grocery items, which was basically everything that didn't belong to the produce, meat or bake
Across the city, many property owners view their attic as mere storage space and don’t pay it much mind. Being out of sight and out of the path of everyday life it’s easy to forget about the importance the attic plays in matters such as structural integrity, air
In this 1443rd episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike chats with musician James Clark from The James Clark Institute about growing up in Alderwood, working with Moe Berg and his incredible new music. This episode is exactly 1:14:02. You can listen to this episode in a variety of ways:
