Last night I attended a celebration of CBC's The Newsroom at the Paradise Theatre. I've long sought Ken Finkleman as a Toronto Mike'd guest and the West End Phoenix managed to get him to participate in a panel, so VP invited me as his +1. I loved Ken Finkleman's The
On April 12, donations up to $500 will be matched dollar for dollar while funds last. That makes this the best day to pledge my 2026 Terry Fox Run. Click here and give what you can. Toronto MikeIn 1980 Terry showed us what courage, compassion and determination look like. Today
In this 1879th episode of Toronto Mike'd, and 52nd episode of Toast, Mike is joined by Rob Preuss and Bob Willette as they kick out needledrop jams. This episode is exactly 2:08:16. You can listen to this episode in a variety of ways: Listen on Apple PodcastsFollow on
Photo courtesy of Ontario Chrysler Truck buyers across the GTA are approaching their next purchase with a sharper, more practical mindset. Rising fuel costs, evolving tech, and changing work and lifestyle demands are pushing shoppers to look beyond brand loyalty and dig deeper into what a truck actually delivers day
Image source I've been to a lot of Toronto events over the years. Concerts at the Horseshoe. Blue Jays games when the Dome was new and the city felt electric. Outdoor festivals on the waterfront. More than a few industry events and private parties that I won't pretend were anything
I saw on social media that the Toronto Blue Jays, a Rogers property, had brought back BJ Birdy. I previously wrote about BJ Birdy back in 2012. BJ was the Toronto Blue Jays mascot of my youth, and I even read his comic strip in the Toronto Star. In 1999,
For years Ed Keenan from The Toronto Star has been dropping by every quarter to chat for a couple of hours about what's happening in Toronto. I finally got around to creating a category so you can access every Edward Keenan episode of Toronto Mike'd on one spot. Ed Keenan’
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.
Afrika Bambaataa was one of the progenitors of hip-hop whose breakthrough track “Planet Rock” helped define electro-funk and influence generations of artists.
In this 1878th episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike chats with Dr. Brian Goldman, host of White Coat, Black Art and The Dose, about his latest book The Casino Shift and how Canada's emergency rooms compare to ER and The Pitt. This episode is exactly 1:27:32. You can listen
Ed Keenan from The Toronto Star dropped by yesterday for his quarterly appearance on Toronto Mike'd and I dropped the name Ben Kerr because I remember Ben Kerr always ran for Mayor of Toronto. When I lived at Charles Street and Yonge in the mid-90s, I'd see Ben Kerr daily
102.1 the Edge has tweaked its branding. From the Corus press release: A radio station so iconic it had to be put in the name, 102.1 the Edge has officially joined the Corus Iconic Alternative Network, with the station known now as 102.1 the Edge – Iconic Alternative.
In this 1877th episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike chats with The Toronto Star's Ed Keenan about what's making waves in Toronto. This episode is exactly 1:58:17. You can listen to this episode in a variety of ways: Listen on Apple PodcastsFollow on SpotifyFollow on Amazon MusicSubscribe on Podcast
Davey Lopes was a member of the Los Angeles Dodger's record-setting infield of the 1970s and 1980s and one of the finest basestealers in MLB history.He twice led the National League in stolen bases, posting 77 in 1975 and 63 in 1976.
In this 1876th episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike chats with Starlotte Satine and Jeremy Hopkin about the history of burlesque and strip clubs in Toronto. This episode is exactly 1:41:17. You can listen to this episode in a variety of ways: Listen on Apple PodcastsFollow on SpotifyFollow on
In this 1875th episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike chats with Dave Hurlow about his years in The Darcys, Decafwolf, his new book Deep Sea Feline and more. This episode is exactly 1:21:46. You can listen to this episode in a variety of ways: Listen on Apple PodcastsFollow on
The McLaughlin Planetarium was such a fixture growing up. Many a school trip was to the McLaughlin Planetarium to see a film about the stars, planets, and cosmology. The planetarium closed way back in 1995 and is now being demolished for a new University of Toronto building. The building – set
These words about the late great Michael Oscars were written by FOTM Antonia Zerbisias. THE LATE, GREAT MICHAEL OSCARS (né Jean Michel Orski) As many of us have sadly learned, yesterday Michael passed away at the Toronto General Hospital after a mercifully not-too-long but hard-fought battle with lung cancer. (I
The best thing about Easter Monday as a kid was that it signified a 4-day weekend. 4 whole days off in a row without school! That simply didn't happen outside summer break, the Christmas break and the March break. If memory serves me correctly, University held classes on Easter Monday.
If you spend any time on the GO Train or at a local coffee shop in the Annex lately, you’ll notice a subtle shift in the digital scenery. A few years ago, everyone was doom-scrolling news feeds or playing candy-themed puzzles. In 2026, the screens look different. They’re
A BiWay bag, A CD, A CFNY jacket, A Blue Jay's calendar, A poppy, A Cherry Blossom treat, A CHUM chart from ‘74. A photo of George Bell playing left field. Is this heaven? Or is it just Mike's basement? Mike's basement studio. Mike's basement. Mike's basement studio. Mike's basement.
I posted the very first Open Mike on Friday, October 22nd, 2010. That was almost 16 years ago. I've been continuing to post an Open Mike on this blog every Friday since, and for a good length of time, I posted two a week. I am well aware that the
Scott Oake joined Hockey Night in Canada in 1989 and has announced his final broadcast will be April 11, 2026. I always admired Scott's work covering hockey, but his greater legacy might be founding the Bruce Oake Recovery Centre in Winnipeg following his son’s overdose death in 2011. Five
Image by dmitrye via Magnific Cryptocurrency activity has become routine for many Canadians, whether it involves trading, staking, or simply holding digital assets long term. What often gets overlooked is how quickly those transactions create tax obligations. Unlike traditional investments that come with clear reporting slips, crypto activity requires individuals
Imagine logging on and meeting someone new, knowing you'll likely never see them again after your hour is up. Every day, thousands of people do just that, stepping into conversations with complete strangers online. These fleeting chats can be funny, honest, or even surprisingly deep. People share stories, confessions, and
