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Greg (@gregbradyTO) discussed … the BIG – the first – US Presidential debate between Biden & Trump with Aaron Rupar (@atrupar), an independent journalist covering U.S. politics – what he's looking out for.. and how Americans are feeling given that these two are the only options they were given for the next President of the U S of A. Our next guest… is Alex Bozikovic (@alexbozikovic), Globe and Mail's architecture critic.. lots of fall out to the abrupt closure of the Ontario Science Centre – Mayor Olivia Chow wants to hold Premier Ford to account – and make his government stick to the agreement of the lease for the Science Centre.. but in the meantime, where will the interim science centre go? And how big – or small – will it be in comparison? We get Alex's thoughts.. Lastly, Megan Ireland, Trauma dog trainer with Victim Services Toronto (@VSToronto) to talk about P-T-S-D Awareness Day – Megan was kind enough to bring in trauma dog Penny – who doesn't get excited to be around animals that early in the morning?? We spoke about how trauma dogs like Penny can help those struggling with PTSD – and the extensive training it takes to certify a trauma dog. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Greg (@gregbradyTO) discussed … the BIG – the first – US Presidential debate between Biden & Trump with Aaron Rupar (@atrupar), an independent journalist covering U.S. politics – what he's looking out for.. and how Americans are feeling given that these two are the only options they were given for the next President of the U S of A. Our next guest… is Alex Bozikovic (@alexbozikovic), Globe and Mail's architecture critic.. lots of fall out to the abrupt closure of the Ontario Science Centre – Mayor Olivia Chow wants to hold Premier Ford to account – and make his government stick to the agreement of the lease for the Science Centre.. but in the meantime, where will the interim science centre go? And how big – or small – will it be in comparison? We get Alex's thoughts.. Lastly, Megan Ireland, Trauma dog trainer with Victim Services Toronto (@VSToronto) to talk about P-T-S-D Awareness Day – Megan was kind enough to bring in trauma dog Penny – who doesn't get excited to be around animals that early in the morning?? We spoke about how trauma dogs like Penny can help those struggling with PTSD – and the extensive training it takes to certify a trauma dog. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Raymond Biesinger discusses his best-selling book, 305 Lost Buildings of Canada, and trajectory as an illustrator, when Cadence Weapon introduced us outside of a Sadies show in Edmonton, why he didn't actually feel like attending that show, his time in the Famines and why he retired from music making, his Edmonton social circles, why his work highlights marginalized lives and his use of historical adaptation, how his collaboration with Alex Bozikovic and their book came about, people who steal his work, an idea for his next book, other future plans, and much more.Support vish on Patreon! Thanks to Blackbyrd Myoozik, Pizza Trokadero, the Bookshelf, Planet Bean Coffee, and Grandad's Donuts. Support Y.E.S.S. and Black Women United YEG. Follow vish online.Related episodes/links:Ep. #858: Cadence WeaponEp. #775: Will Oldham & Lori DamianoEp. #716: Kate BeatonEp. #657: Jud HaynesEp. #625: CotsEp. #299: Jay RyanEp. #208: Gary TaxaliEp. #178: Shary BoyleSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/kreative-kontrol. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this discussion, Mike Moffatt and Cara Stern discuss how heritage designation negatively impacts housing supply in Toronto. During this wide ranging conversation with Globe and Mail's architecture critic, Alex Bozikovic, they touch on the history of urban planning and how it intersects with heritage planning and urban design in unexpected ways. They explore the difference between listed and designated heritage buildings, the growing number of heritage properties in Toronto, and its effect of heritage preservation on density and climate action. Various neighborhoods in Toronto are discussed including the Danforth, Yonge and Eglinton, Rosedale and Little Jamaica. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the role of local and provincial governments in shaping heritage policies.Hosted by Mike Moffatt & Cara Stern Produced by Meredith Martin This podcast is funded by the Neptis Foundation and brought to you by the Smart Prosperity Institute in partnership with The Natural Step.
For the holidays, The Decibel is sharing their favourite stories of the year, with the producers taking you behind-the-scenes on how the episodes were made, what inspired them and all the tidbits that never made it into the original airing.***When Ontario Place first opened in 1971, it was a jewel on Toronto's waterfront showcasing modern architecture and Ontario culture. But in the 50 years that followed, Ontario Place faced an identity crisis. The space hosted a water park and a night club to name a few. And while a few venues have stayed open much of the park closed in 2012. The Provincial government cited dwindling attendance and soaring costs.Ontario Premier Doug Ford has a new plan that he says will turn the 155-acres of land into a ‘world class' destination. But the project is already mired in controversy, with critics saying the Premier's plan is shrouded in secrecy and favouritism.Decibel producer Sherrill Sutherland toured Ontario place with The Globe's architecture critic, Alex Bozikovic to learn about why so many people are fighting to keep it a public space. Plus, the Globe's Queen's Park reporter Jeff Gray explains the politics behind this lucrative piece of land.This episode originally aired on May 4, 2023Questions? Comments? Ideas? Email us at thedecibel@globeandmail.com
We meet Globe & Mail architecture critic Alex Bozikovic in the new Love Park on Toronto's waterfront, to talk about good public space design, bad maintenance practices, and the legacy of legendary landscape architect Claude Cormier. We talk to playwright Michael Healey about "The Master Plan," a play about the doomed futuristic neighbourhood Google and Waterfront Toronto tried to build on the lakeshore. And, as a preview of our latest Spacing issue "Once Upon a Time in Toronto," we talk to author/playwright/screenwriter Catherine Hernandez about why she writes about Scarborough, and the pain of having to leave the neighbourhood that inspires you.
Guest host Rebecca Zandbergen speaks with Andy Yan and Alex Bozikovic about the federal government's role in solving Canada's housing crisis, Doom and Quake creator John Romero reflects on how video games have changed culture, CBC's Duncan McCue shares his documentary about The Beachcombers actor Pat John, and scientist and autism activist Temple Grandin makes her case for nurturing visual thinkers like her. Find more at at https://www.cbc.ca/sunday
Your daily highlights of Toronto Today with Greg Brady, Sheba Siddiqui & Gord Rennie. On today's episode: 1 - Election Day in Toronto - it's been a surreal 4 ½ months no question about it. (0:15 - 8:28) 2 - PRIDE happened, all thru the weekend. Where will it be 5 years from now? Will there be more pushback, will more common sense come through on certain issues? (8:34 - 15:00) 3 - Alex Bozikovic, Globe and Mail architecture critic. (15:06 - 21:16) 4 - Bizarre Uber story from the U.S. AND, are shorts OK at work? Should men wear sandals? Summer office dress codes, decoded. (21:22 - 32:48) 5 - Tymofiy Mylovanov, President of the Kyiv School of Economics. (32:54 - 42:34)
Your daily highlights of Toronto Today with Greg Brady, Sheba Siddiqui & Gord Rennie. On today's episode: 1 - Election Day in Toronto - it's been a surreal 4 ½ months no question about it. (0:15 - 8:28) 2 - PRIDE happened, all thru the weekend. Where will it be 5 years from now? Will there be more pushback, will more common sense come through on certain issues? (8:34 - 15:00) 3 - Alex Bozikovic, Globe and Mail architecture critic. (15:06 - 21:16) 4 - Bizarre Uber story from the U.S. AND, are shorts OK at work? Should men wear sandals? Summer office dress codes, decoded. (21:22 - 32:48) 5 - Tymofiy Mylovanov, President of the Kyiv School of Economics. (32:54 - 42:34)
Your daily highlights of Toronto Today with Greg Brady, Sheba Siddiqui & Gord Rennie. On today's episode: 1 - Greg talks Olivia Chow, Doug Ford & Bonnie Crombie. (0:15 - 7:46) 2 - Brad Bradford Toronto mayoral candidate/city councillor. (7:52 - 26:50) 3 - Alex Bozikovic, Globe & Mail Architecture/Real Estate . (26:56 - 35:37) 4 - Erin Ariss, Ontario Nurses Association President. (35:43 - 44:02) 5 - Rob Tannenbaum - New York City rock writer on Tina Turner's career, life, legacy (44:08 - 53:45)
Your daily highlights of Toronto Today with Greg Brady, Sheba Siddiqui & Gord Rennie. On today's episode: 1 - Greg talks Olivia Chow, Doug Ford & Bonnie Crombie. (0:15 - 7:46) 2 - Brad Bradford Toronto mayoral candidate/city councillor. (7:52 - 26:50) 3 - Alex Bozikovic, Globe & Mail Architecture/Real Estate . (26:56 - 35:37) 4 - Erin Ariss, Ontario Nurses Association President. (35:43 - 44:02) 5 - Rob Tannenbaum - New York City rock writer on Tina Turner's career, life, legacy (44:08 - 53:45)
Your daily highlights of Toronto Today with Greg Brady, Sheba Siddiqui & Gord Rennie. On today's episode: 1 - Passports - crazy reaction! & Sheba does the "tourist" thing this weekend. (0:15 - 7:45) 2 - Ana Bailao, mayoral candidate. (7:51 - 18:20) 3 - Alex Bozikovic, Globe and Mail architecture critic. (18:26 - 24:34) 4 - Dani Stover, host of Today in Toronto. (24:40 - 34:26) 5 - IN/OUT: Gardening. (34:26- 39:02)
Your daily highlights of Toronto Today with Greg Brady, Sheba Siddiqui & Gord Rennie. On today's episode: 1 - Passports - crazy reaction! & Sheba does the "tourist" thing this weekend. (0:15 - 7:45) 2 - Ana Bailao, mayoral candidate. (7:51 - 18:20) 3 - Alex Bozikovic, Globe and Mail architecture critic. (18:26 - 24:34) 4 - Dani Stover, host of Today in Toronto. (24:40 - 34:26) 5 - IN/OUT: Gardening. (34:26- 39:02)
When Ontario Place first opened in 1971, it was a jewel on Toronto's waterfront showcasing modern architecture and Ontario culture. But in the 50 years that followed, Ontario Place faced an identity crisis. The space hosted a water park and a night club to name a few. And while a few venues have stayed open much of the park closed in 2012. The Provincial government cited dwindling attendance and soaring costs.Ontario Premier Doug Ford has a new plan that he says will turn the 155-acres of land into a ‘world class' destination. But the project is already mired in controversy, with critics saying the Premier's plan is shrouded in secrecy and favouritism.Decibel producer Sherrill Sutherland toured Ontario place with The Globe's architecture critic, Alex Bozikovic to learn about why so many people are fighting to keep it a public space. Plus, the Globe's Queen's Park reporter Jeff Gray explains the politics behind this lucrative piece of land.Questions? Comments? Ideas? Email us at thedecibel@globeandmail.com
Your daily highlights of Toronto Today with Greg Brady, Sheba Siddiqui & Gord Rennie. On today's episode: 1 - Greg looks at the lengthy wait for breast cancer surgery in Ottawa. (0:15 - 5:54) 2 - John Fraser, MP for Ottawa South and interim leader of the Ontario liberal party. (6:00 - 15:25) 3 - Greg & Sheba talk Ontario Place. (15:31 - 20:38) 4 - Alex Bozikovic, Globe and Mail architecture critic. (20:44- 27:02)
Your daily highlights of Toronto Today with Greg Brady, Sheba Siddiqui & Gord Rennie. On today's episode: 1 - Greg looks at the lengthy wait for breast cancer surgery in Ottawa. (0:15 - 5:54) 2 - John Fraser, MP for Ottawa South and interim leader of the Ontario liberal party. (6:00 - 15:25) 3 - Greg & Sheba talk Ontario Place. (15:31 - 20:38) 4 - Alex Bozikovic, Globe and Mail architecture critic. (20:44- 27:02)
Guest host Helen Mann speaks journalists Susan Delacourt and Matt Gurney about how Justin Trudeau's decision to appoint a special rapporteur to probe allegations of election interference is playing out in Ottawa and around the country, The New Yorker's Michael Schulman unpacks the evolution of the Oscars, Helen Branswell reflects on the third anniversary of the COVID-19 pandemic, and Raymond Biesinger, and Alex Bozikovic unearth the history of memorable buildings across Canada that no longer stand. Discover more at https://www.cbc.ca/sunday
The Globe and Mail's Architecture Critic, Alex Bozikovic joins guest host, Rob Fai. They talk about Alex's column which is raising all sorts of questions about the redevelopment of Ontario Place.
The Globe and Mail's Architecture Critic, Alex Bozikovic joins guest host, Rob Fai. They talk about Alex's column which is raising all sorts of questions about the redevelopment of Ontario Place.
In this episode, Ben is joined by Alex Bozikovic, Architecture Critic for the Globe and Mail to discuss how good architecture, planning, and policies affect the development of a city, and how these things have impacted the real estate market in Toronto. *Sponsored by: The Plus Group*
In his new book, 305 Lost Buildings of Canada, architecture critic Alex Bozikovic explores some of Canada's greatest lost buildings — and the memories and stories that lived within them.
305 Lost Buildings of Canada is a new book by architecture critic Alex Bozikovic and Montreal artist Raymond Biesinger that looks at the legacies of long gone buildings across the country. It includes 20 lost buildings in Halifax, such as the Irving Arch and Halifax Infants' Home.
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Alex Bozikovic is the co-author of 305 Lost Buildings of Canada. He's architecture critic for the Globe and Mail.
Soaring rent costs is a global phenomenon — and the problem is officially in Canadian cities. In 2020, the average price of rental housing in Toronto was more expensive than it was in San Francisco, London and New York. How did we get here? In this episode of City Space, we explore how the crisis in rental housing happened, how it's affecting the people we really need in our cities, and what we can do about it. Adrian speaks to Raquel Rolnik, urban planner and former UN Special Rapporteur on Adequate Housing about the worrying global trends of rental housing becoming exposed to financial markets. We then hear from Martine August, an associate professor of planning at the University of Waterloo, who explains the rise in corporate landlordship. Finally, The Globe's architecture critic Alex Bozikovic explains what's really standing in the way of affordable housing in our cities — and how we can change that.
We speak to Globe & Mail architecture critic Alex Bozikovic about Toronto Architecture: a city guide, a series of guided walking tours through Toronto's varied built landscape. And we speak to Jane Farrow and Ed Jackson, two of the editors of Any Other Way: how Toronto got queer, in which a series of essays paints a broad picture of Toronto's LGBTQ2S community.
This October, some of the foremost authorities in Canadian architecture criticism convened in Ottawa for PopCanCrit, to discuss the future of popular criticism in architecture. In this, Part One of a two-part series, we bring you the highlights of that conference. We examine the role of the architecture critic, with the voices of Trevor Boddy, David Theodore, Sophie Gironnay, Marco Polo, and Shawn Micallef. Next, we present a case study, where architecture critics Lisa Rochon, and Alex Bozikovic discuss the Mirvish+Gehry tower proposal, and their coverage of it.
On this week's episode, Allison and Vass discuss the resurgence of Jane Jacobs, “The Patron Saint of Stoop-Sitters,” with Globe and Mail architecture critic Alex Bozikovic. In our second segment, we talk about the (female) voices of Artificial Intelligence with Tech Girls Canada’s Saadia Muzaffar. Lastly, we interview comic journalist Sarah Glidden about her amazing new graphic novel “Rolling Blackouts,” which documents a 2010 reporting trip to Turkey, Iraq and Syria. Vass is reading “Future/Sex” by Emily Witt. Instead of reading, Allison is attending a literary event at the TIFF Bell Lightbox featuring a screening of Julie Taymor’s “The Tempest” and a discussion of Margaret Atwood’s new book “Hag-Seed.” TUNES: “Edge of My Dreams” by Only Yours, “Bleeding Heart” by Regina Spekter and “Shelter from the Storm” by Bob Dylan.
Toronto City Council is facing a big decision this week about the future of the crumbling Gardiner East. Toronto Mayor John has come out in favour of the “hybrid” option which essentially means to keep the expressway in it’s current form. Alex Bozikovic, architecture critic for the Globe and Mail, strongly supports the “remove” alternative which we discuss the reasons why in this episode. Click here for show notes. Andrew la Fleur / Sales Representative 416-371-2333/ andrew@truecondos.com http://www.truecondos.com twitter.com/andrewlafleur facebook.com/truecondos
In Toronto's Christie Pits neighborhood, Colin Marshall talks with Globe and Mail architecture critic Alex Bozikovic, who also writes for such publications as Dwell, Wallpaper, Toronto Life, and Spacing. They discuss whether Honest Ed's has any architectural significance to go with its social significance, and what its imminent disappearance says about the urbanism of Toronto's future; its Los Angeles-like interest in becoming a "more walkable, more urban, more interesting" city; how it nevertheless went high-rise early on, even in its suburbs; the cognitive dissonance of Canada, an urban country that insists upon its rurality; whether the critics of downtown condos have it right when they call them dull; the ways Jane Jacobs' spirit still animates Toronto; its reputation as a city of "great second-rate buildings"; the deal with the Castle Frank station; whether Frank Gehry counts as more of a Torontonian architect, or more of an Angeleno architect; what it means that Toronto will soon get its own high-profile Gehry project, commissioned, no less, by the family of Honest Ed himself; the struggles of a new-wave coffee shop to get permission to open in a "quiet" neighborhood like Christie Pits; how he got interested in both architecture and the city itself at the University of Toronto; what to keep in mind for an architecturally rich view of the city; whether Canadians believe their culture, cities, and neighborhoods more fragile than they really are; what he learned from his time in New York, the city where "public space is the most robust"; the "anti-urban resentment" that holds back Canada and other countries as well; who fights for the preservation of the Sam the Record Man sign; the nonexistence, in Toronto, of "a magical place you drive to"; Toronto as "a bit of a mess," aesthetically; the important difference between prettiness and vitality; how Toronto has only just entered its "greatest point of relevance"; and how complaints indicate a city's greatness.