Podcast appearances and mentions of Steve Paikin

Guest host Brad Smith and the panel of: Steve Paikin, Author and Broadcaster, host of The Paikin Podcast, Chloe Brown, policy analyst and former Toronto mayoral candidate, Discuss: 1 - Are apologies, monuments, ceremonies, and land acknowledgements meaningful if they're not matched by resource allocation and structural change? How do we hold today's governments accountable for harms that happened in the past but still affect people now? 2 - Chow warns funding shortfall for asylum seekers equivalent to two per cent tax hike: Is there any way to get around this without a tax hike? 3 - Ford considers rolling out more cameras to investigate home invasions: Is this an invasion of privacy? Ford does say that he will seek residents permission as well so shouldn't he be asking residents permission to remove speed cameras? How effective would these cameras even be, we have speed cameras being watched by cameras and they still get vandalized and criminals aren't caught.. 4 - Ready to fall back? Here's when daylight time ends in Canada: Can we just end the time change? Why can't we just fall back and stay there? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Guest host Brad Smith and the panel of: Steve Paikin, Author and Broadcaster, host of The Paikin Podcast, Chloe Brown, policy analyst and former Toronto mayoral candidate, Discuss: 1 - Are apologies, monuments, ceremonies, and land acknowledgements meaningful if they're not matched by resource allocation and structural change? How do we hold today's governments accountable for harms that happened in the past but still affect people now? 2 - Chow warns funding shortfall for asylum seekers equivalent to two per cent tax hike: Is there any way to get around this without a tax hike? 3 - Ford considers rolling out more cameras to investigate home invasions: Is this an invasion of privacy? Ford does say that he will seek residents permission as well so shouldn't he be asking residents permission to remove speed cameras? How effective would these cameras even be, we have speed cameras being watched by cameras and they still get vandalized and criminals aren't caught.. 4 - Ready to fall back? Here's when daylight time ends in Canada: Can we just end the time change? Why can't we just fall back and stay there? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send us a textAmy Alkon is an independent investigative science writer specializing in “applied science”—using scientific evidence to solve real-world problems. Amy critically evaluates and synthesizes research across disciplines and then translates it into everyday language, empowering regular people to make scientifically informed decisions for the best of their health and well-being.Amy is the author of several bestselling books, including Unf*ckology: How to Live with Guts and Confidence, and most recently, her “science-help” book Going Menopostal: What You (and Your Doctor) Need to Know About the Real Science of Menopause and Perimenopause.Amy has given two TED talks, and has been profiled in The New York Times, TIME, The Washington Post, The Independent/UK, and Macleans. She has appeared on numerous national TV and radio shows, including Good Morning America, Today, NPR, CNN, Nightline, Anderson Cooper, Coast to Coast, and Canada's The Agenda with Steve Paikin, along with podcasts by Adam Carolla, Joe Rogan, Michael Shermer, Robert Wright, and Scott Barry Kaufman.Find Amy at-Amazon- Going Menopostal: What You (and Your Doctor) Need to Know About the Real Science of Menopause and Perimenopausehttps://www.amyalkon.net/TW- @amyalkon.Find Boundless Body at- myboundlessbody.com Book a session with us here!

Steve Paikin and John Michael McGrath discuss the fallout of shutting down speed cameras. What will municipalities do next? Ontario NDP leader Marit Stiles had a bruising leadership review. Unlike Bonnie Crombie, she's staying on the job — but the same can't be said for some of her top staffers. Steve and John Michael discuss where the party goes from here. Ontario has announced its latest round of funding for primary care teams, which the government hopes will connect 500,000 more people to a family doctor or nurse practitioner. Steve and JMM dig into the numbers. Chris Scott, MPP for Sault Ste. Marie, is facing charges domestic violence charges of assault and assault with a weapon. Scott has been ejected from the PC Party caucus and now sits as an independent. Steve and JMM discuss the rules around criminal records and sitting in elected office, and the opposition's differing reaction to the news. Steve's column: https://www.tvo.org/article/their-public-spats-helped-build-toronto-can-they-get-along-in-private JMM's column: https://www.tvo.org/article/analysis-should-ontario-change-course-on-renewable-energySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bonnie Crombie resigned as leader of the Ontario Liberal Party after a disappointing leadership review. Steve Paikin and John Michael McGrath discuss how her vote collapsed, how she left the party in better shape, and who comes next. Ontario NDP leader Marit Stiles is set to undergo her own leadership review. The party is doing objectively worse than the Ontario Liberals, so Steve and John Michael dissect her chances - and how this event could be a soft launch for the federal party. Doug Ford applauded the City of Vaughn for shutting down its speed camera program, a move that critics say will endanger pedestrians. Steve and JMM discuss why the premier has such a disdain for these devices, which, according to experts, have a lot of upside. Steve's column: https://www.tvo.org/article/analysis-bonnie-crombie-wont-regret-her-time-as-liberal-leader JMM's column: https://www.tvo.org/article/analysis-why-ontarios-ndp-is-reconsidering-nuclear-power-with-an-eye-on-the-next-election Bonnie Crombie image credit to: THE CANADIAN PRESS/Laura Proctor See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this conversation, Amy Alkon, an award-winning author and applied behavioral science expert, discusses her journey into medical science and the importance of understanding menopause and perimenopause. She emphasizes the need for women to be informed about their health, particularly regarding hormone levels and the impact of diet and exercise. Alkon also addresses common myths in medical care, particularly those affecting women's health, and provides key takeaways for both women and doctors to improve health outcomes.Amy Alkon is an independent investigative science writer specializing in “applied science”—using scientific evidence to solve real-world problems.Alkon critically evaluates and synthesizes research across disciplines and then translates it into everyday language, empowering regular people to make scientifically informed decisions for the best of their health and well-being.For 25 years, Alkon wrote an award-winning, science-based nationally syndicated advice column, distributed by Creators. With GOING MENOPOSTAL, Alkon has authored five books—most recently, her “science-help” book Unfuckology: How to Live with Guts and Confidence (St. Martin's Press, 2018).Alkon is the past President of the Applied Evolutionary Psychology Society, which brings evolutionary science to public policy, education, and medicine.Alkon has given invited talks to academics on applied science at scientific conferences and to large groups at universities, as well as to general audiences. She has given two TED talks, and the Los Angeles City Attorney's Office hires Alkon, a State of California-certified mediator, to do behavioral science-based dispute resolution talks and training videos.Alkon has been profiled in The New York Times, TIME, The Washington Post, The Independent/UK, and Macleans. Alkon has appeared on numerous national TV and radio shows, including Good Morning America, Today, NPR, CNN, Nightline, Anderson Cooper, Coast to Coast, and Canada's The Agenda with Steve Paikin, along with podcasts by Adam Carolla, Joe Rogan, Michael Shermer, Robert Wright, and Scott Barry Kaufman. GRAB HER BOOK "GOING MENOPOSTAL" FROM AMAZON!

Greg Brady and the panel of: Steve Paikin, Author and Broadcaster, host of The Paikin Podcast , Eric Lombardi, Founder of More Neighbours Toronto, Discuss: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Greg Brady and the panel of: Steve Paikin, Author and Broadcaster, host of The Paikin Podcast , Eric Lombardi, Founder of More Neighbours Toronto, Discuss: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Greg Brady spoke to Steve Paikin, Author and Broadcaster, host of The Paikin Podcast about Crombie to resign as Ontario Liberal leader after weak show of support from party. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Greg Brady spoke to Steve Paikin, Author and Broadcaster, host of The Paikin Podcast about Crombie to resign as Ontario Liberal leader after weak show of support from party. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ontario Liberal Leader Bonnie Crombie is facing a leadership review during the party's annual general meeting. It's a make-or-break vote that will speak volumes about the party's confidence in its new leader. Steve Paikin and John Michael McGrath discuss what happens next. Doug Ford and the PC Party are astonishingly popular despite the premier's unpopularity. What gives? Steve and John Michael look into how Ford's reputation as Captain Canada is both helping and hurting his brand. Finally, Steve and JMM catch you up on the events of the summer, including an Ontario Superior Court decision on bike lanes in Toronto; new developments on the proposed 401 tunnel; and Ontario public servants being recalled to the office five days a week. Steve's column: https://www.tvo.org/article/talking-with-ken-dryden JMM's column: https://www.tvo.org/article/analysis-how-ford-can-jumpstart-housing-development-by-taking-a-page-out-of-kathleen-wynnes-playbook Bonnie Crombie image: Credit: THE CANADIAN PRESS/Nathan DenetteSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this 1758th episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike chats with Steve Paikin, Bruce Dowbiggin and James Maloney about the life and legacy of Ken Dryden. Toronto Mike'd is proudly brought to you by Great Lakes Brewery, Palma Pasta, Ridley Funeral Home, the Waterfront BIA, Blue Sky Agency and RecycleMyElectronics.ca. If you would like to support the show, we do have partner opportunities available. Please email Toronto Mike at mike@torontomike.com.

Greg Brady and the panel of: Steve Paikin, Author and Broadcaster, host of The Paikin Podcast, Chloe Brown, policy analyst and former Toronto mayoral candidate, Discuss: 1. Prime Minister Mark Carney raced a 26 km trail race on Sunday. 2. Ont. councillor says death threats to mayoral hopeful was AI manipulation. The thought is that local politics, especially, has a toxicity and sense of intimidation that just doesn't exist at the other levels. 3. My thought - both extremes are exploiting so many issues in Canada - and book bans are the latest. Some books aren't the right thing for certain ages. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Greg Brady and the panel of: Steve Paikin, Author and Broadcaster, host of The Paikin Podcast, Chloe Brown, policy analyst and former Toronto mayoral candidate, Discuss: 1. Prime Minister Mark Carney raced a 26 km trail race on Sunday. 2. Ont. councillor says death threats to mayoral hopeful was AI manipulation. The thought is that local politics, especially, has a toxicity and sense of intimidation that just doesn't exist at the other levels. 3. My thought - both extremes are exploiting so many issues in Canada - and book bans are the latest. Some books aren't the right thing for certain ages. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Greg Brady and the panel of: Steve Paikin, Author and Broadcaster, host of The Paikin Podcast, Chloe Brown, policy analyst and former Toronto mayoral candidate, Discuss: 1. A lot of ugly GTA crime stories over the weekend….a lot. So - will the federal Liberals sit on all this. I feel it - very different perspectives about crime, bail, the Youth Criminal Justice Act - it's real unlikely the NDP will ever call for stiffer sentences….but don't the Liberals see what the public appetite is? 2. No school boards for the Toronto Catholic District School Board or the Toronto District School Board - I'm not happy with a lot of the behaviour, the rogue spending, the political activism of the Boards - it isn't the job….BUT…this is a failure of the Ford Government to not have this sorted out - Agree/Disagree? 3. CEO who snatched hat intended for young boy at US Open says he made 'huge mistake': this moment going viral over the weekend, honest mistake or do you think he is just apologizing because it's going viral and affecting his business? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Greg Brady and the panel of: Steve Paikin, Author and Broadcaster, host of The Paikin Podcast, Chloe Brown, policy analyst and former Toronto mayoral candidate, Discuss: 1. A lot of ugly GTA crime stories over the weekend….a lot. So - will the federal Liberals sit on all this. I feel it - very different perspectives about crime, bail, the Youth Criminal Justice Act - it's real unlikely the NDP will ever call for stiffer sentences….but don't the Liberals see what the public appetite is? 2. No school boards for the Toronto Catholic District School Board or the Toronto District School Board - I'm not happy with a lot of the behaviour, the rogue spending, the political activism of the Boards - it isn't the job….BUT…this is a failure of the Ford Government to not have this sorted out - Agree/Disagree? 3. CEO who snatched hat intended for young boy at US Open says he made 'huge mistake': this moment going viral over the weekend, honest mistake or do you think he is just apologizing because it's going viral and affecting his business? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Greg Brady and the panel of : Steve Paikin, Author, Broadcaster, and host of The Paikin Podcast, Chloe Brown, policy analyst and former Toronto mayoral candidate, Discuss: 1. Poland's Donald Tusk won't send peacekeepers to Ukraine but will provide logistical support: Is it surprising that Poland won't commit to a peace keeping force but Canada will? 2. Canada MAID: At what point to do cross the line from compassionate act to eugenics? Should disability be considered a justification for ending life? It feels like everything is moving so fast - but there truly isn't much of a national conversation of it Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Greg Brady and the panel of : Steve Paikin, Author, Broadcaster, and host of The Paikin Podcast, Chloe Brown, policy analyst and former Toronto mayoral candidate, Discuss: 1. Poland's Donald Tusk won't send peacekeepers to Ukraine but will provide logistical support: Is it surprising that Poland won't commit to a peace keeping force but Canada will? 2. Canada MAID: At what point to do cross the line from compassionate act to eugenics? Should disability be considered a justification for ending life? It feels like everything is moving so fast - but there truly isn't much of a national conversation of it Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Greg Brady and the panel of : Steve Paikin, Author, Broadcaster, and host of The Paikin Podcast, Chloe Brown, policy analyst and former Toronto mayoral candidate, Discuss: 1. Air Canada and Striking Flight Attendants' Union Reach Tentative Deal 2. Trump says he has begun arrangements for face-to-face meeting between Putin and Zelenskyy: 3. Gun violence - this story took off and stuck - it's terrible. People either think it can change or there's nothing that can be done. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Greg Brady and the panel of : Steve Paikin, Author, Broadcaster, and host of The Paikin Podcast, Chloe Brown, policy analyst and former Toronto mayoral candidate, Discuss: 1. Air Canada and Striking Flight Attendants' Union Reach Tentative Deal 2. Trump says he has begun arrangements for face-to-face meeting between Putin and Zelenskyy: 3. Gun violence - this story took off and stuck - it's terrible. People either think it can change or there's nothing that can be done. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Greg Brady and the panel of : Steve Paikin, Author, Broadcaster, and host of The Paikin Podcast, Chloe Brown, policy analyst and former Toronto mayoral candidate, Discuss: 1-Rally planned near TTC stations 'threat' to city: Councillor. Do we need police to actually take action and make arrests if necessary? 2- The Premier of New Brunswick threatening her constituents. “If you break your leg in the woods, we won't come get you!” - how else can we read this? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Greg Brady and the panel of : Steve Paikin, Author, Broadcaster, and host of The Paikin Podcast, Chloe Brown, policy analyst and former Toronto mayoral candidate, Discuss: 1 - LeBlanc says tariff talks with U.S. ‘constructive' but deal out of reach: Mexico got a 90-day delay on Trump's tariffs, why didn't Canada? 2 - Jim Acosta interviews ‘made-up' AI avatar of Parkland victim Joaquin Oliver: Is it ethical to create and publicly display an AI avatar of a deceased teenager, even with parental consent, to advocate for gun reform? Where do we draw the line between tribute and exploitation? Who 'owns' a person's digital likeness after they die? 3 - Michigan officials call for action as Canadian wildfires create unhealthy air quality: Should the US step in and work with Canada to help put a stop to the fires since Michigan is getting the brunt of the smoke? Are they right in blaming Canada for wildfire smoke? 4 - Industry group urges Ford to cancel $140M contract awarded to U.S. firm: Should we require contracts to stay in Ontario, with no U.S. subsidiaries allowed? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Greg is joined by Steve Paikin, Author, Broadcaster, and host of The Paikin Podcast, and Chloe Brown, policy analyst and former Toronto mayoral candidate, to talk about yesterday's mass shooting in New York City, write-in ballots being used in the Alberta by-election, and more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Greg Brady and the panel of: Chloe Brown, policy analyst and former Toronto mayoral candidate Steve Paikin, Author and Broadcaster, host of The Paikin Podcast Discuss: 1 - Indigenous group says ancient remains found at Toronto job site are missing: Who should be held accountable for the mishandling and delay in properly caring for the remains? 2 - One year since the wildfires in Jasper began - and a lot of things have happened since then. 3 - Conservative MPs publicly support ‘Freedom Convoy' organizers ahead of sentencing: Is this political vengeance or equal application of law? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Guest host, Brad Smith and the panel of: Steve Paikin, Author and Broadcaster, host of TVO's ‘The Agenda' , Chloe Brown, policy analyst and former Toronto mayoral candidate, Discuss: 1.Ontario and Alberta sign agreements to study new pipeline, railway projects: Is this just performance from the Premiers or will this have a noticeable impact like cheaper gas? 2.Ex-CBC host Travis Dhanraj says he was ‘forced to resign,' slams public broadcaster in all-staff email: Is CBC silencing conservative voices or is he just not so great at his job? Have you ever worked at a toxic workplace?  3.Number of homeless in Toronto doubled in 3.5 years: 41% of respondents said they lost housing because they couldn't afford it, 88% said being provided with subsidized housing would get them off the streets, what's stopping the city and province from creating more subsidized housing and a rent freeze? Or if that's not the solution, what is? 4.Netanyahu surprises Trump with formal Nobel Peace Prize nomination during historic White House meeting: Should Trump get the noble peace prize? ceasefire between india and pakistan, syrian civil war over but not sure exactly what Trump's role was but he will take credit, if he plays a part in ending the conflicts between Ukraine and Russia as well as Israel and Gaza, shouldn't he get it? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Greg Brady spoke to Steve Paikin, Author and Broadcaster, former host of TVO's ‘The Agenda' about Steve's final episode of "The Agenda" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After 19 seasons as anchor of TVO's flagship current affairs program The Agenda, Steve Paikin signs off with a final goodnight. As well, a brief highlight reel, including Jean Chretien, Salman Rushdie, Doug Ford, Janice Stein, Elizabeth Dowdeswell among others, offers a glimpse of the range and depth of what the show covered over the years.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Agenda is coming to an end after 19 seasons. We present the show's final guest: Steve's dad.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ontario Premier Doug Ford unveiled design plans for Ontario Place once it reopens, including a five-storey parking structure. Steve Paikin and John Michael McGrath break down this development and look at the timeline of what happens next. Sweltering temperatures in classrooms have the government of Ontario and school boards pointing fingers while students sizzle in the heat. Steve and John Michael discuss what schools are doing to keep kids cool while puzzling over the cost of retrofits. The province's plan to build at least 1.5 million homes by 2031 could be significantly higher, according to a briefing document obtained by the CBC. Steve and JMM discuss how housing starts look even more dismal than they did before. Steve's column: https://www.tvo.org/article/analysis-toronto-is-spoiling-for-a-legal-fight-with-queens-park-does-it-have-a-case JMM's column: https://www.tvo.org/article/analysis-david-petersons-liberals-are-remembering-the-good-times-ontarians-should-too Credit: T-shirt image of David Peterson - King's Printer for Ontario/ola.org June 20 Frank MillerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What has Canada learned from its participation in the war in Afghanistan? Is a two-state solution the only way forward for Israel and Palestine? And while the West sees Russia as a destabilizing force on the world stage, is there another legitimate interpretation of what they're doing in Ukraine? Over 19 seasons of The Agenda, we've revisited these themes time and again, to help viewers understand the complex and often troubling times in which we find ourselves. And, with the U.S. now involved in the war between Iran and Israel, all the more reason we do one final program on a world that often feels like it's gone berserk. For more, host Steve Paikin asks: Erin O'Toole (former leader of the Conservative Party of Canada), Arne Kislenko (Professor of History at Toronto Metropolitan University), Doug Saunders, (International Affairs columnist at The Globe and Mail), and Janice Stein (Founding director of the Munk School of Global Affairs and Public Policy). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Greg Brady and the panel of: Steve Paikin, Author and Broadcaster, host of TVO's ‘The Agenda' , Chloe Brown, policy analyst and former Toronto mayoral candidate, Discuss: 1.Chow apologizes for pool closures to give lifeguards cool-down time amid heatwave: Mayor says she was following provincial guidelines, Premier says pools should have been open, if the province sets the rules, why is the Premier mad when the city follows them? What would you have done if you were mayor? 2.Mark Carney in Brussels making trade deals, but also deals re: security protection. I don't want a defence pact w/ the EU. It might be for the bizarre reason that we aren't a European country. We'd laugh at Mexico if they did this - we can't replace trade w/ USA by moving it to Europe - we think the UK or France or Germany is going to provide security? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Project Ontario is a grassroots organization calling on the Ontario government to adopt more fiscally conservative policies. But how does their charge stand up against Premier Doug Ford's three majority governments? Steve Paikin and John Michael McGrath discuss what conservatives are saying. A new report from the Information and Privacy Commissioner of Ontario revealed that Doug Ford's staff members were using code words to talk about the Greenbelt deal. Steve and John Michael discuss the revelations and the connection to Ford's comments on First Nations relationships surrounding Bill 5. The Toronto Transit Commission has been given the keys to the Eglinton Light Rail Transit line, so does that mean an opening date is in sight? Steve and JMM discuss why people still need to hold their horses as the line heads into a long period of stress testing. Steve's column: https://www.tvo.org/article/analysis-how-the-1985-election-changed-ontario-politics-forever JMM's column: https://www.tvo.org/article/analysis-could-ontarios-recycling-changes-leave-cities-holding-the-bag Credit: T-shirt image of Frank Miller - Anthony Miles/King's Printer for Ontario/wikipedia.orgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In 1957, Richard Nixon ventured to Prince Edward County for a "boys weekend" of fishing and golfing. Steve Paikin catches up with author Thomas Harrison in Picton's Royal Hotel to discuss his book, "Searching for Richard Nixon: Finding Refuge and Making a Home in Prince Edward County ," which documents his movements in the region.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Relations between Canada and Indigenous Peoples have certainly evolved since The Agenda first began covering these issues in 2006. There was Stephen Harper's historic apology to former students of Residential Schools in 2008. The Truth and Reconciliation Commission that followed, led by the late Senator Murray Sinclair. The Idle No More movement of the early 2010s. And much more. As we mark National Indigenous History Month, we thought we'd look back at some of these flashpoints in our history, and find out how much progress has been made. From Kanesatake First Nation, council Chief Serge Simon; Cynthia Wesley-Esquimaux, Chair on Truth and Reconciliation at Lakehead University; Karyn Pugliese, journalist and instructor at Carleton University; and Riley Yesno, PhD candidate in political science and Indigenous studies at the University of Toronto, join Steve Paikin to discuss.Chief Serge Simon; Cynthia Wesley-Esquimaux, Chair on Truth and Reconciliation at Lakehead University; Karyn Pugliese, journalist and instructor at Carleton University; and Riley Yesno, PhD candidate in political science and Indigenous studies at the University of Toronto, join Steve Paikin to discuss.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With global trade being the focus of this month's G7 summit, can Canada reach an agreement with the U.S. to resolve their trade dispute? For more about the policy implications of the G7, Paul Samson, president of CIGI, the Centre for International Governance Innovation joins Steve Paikin to discuss.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The legislature has broken for the summer with MPPs set to return in October. Why such a long break? Steve Paikin and John Michael McGrath dig into the hiatus. The Council of the Federation is set to meet in the Muskoka region this summer amidst threats of road and rail blockades after the passage of Bill 5. And wildfire season is raging in the province of Ontario, so what's the government doing about it? Steve's column: https://www.tvo.org/article/the-common-sense-revolution-turns-30-and-its-architects-are-still-celebrating JMM's column: https://www.tvo.org/article/analysis-theres-only-one-way-out-of-the-housing-crisis-upSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Has the level of toxicity in Ontario politics today gotten out of hand? Does Premier Doug Ford ever come across the floor and talk to the opposition members? And how big of a problem is it for the Ontario Liberals that their leader, Bonnie Crombie couldn't win a seat in the last election? Parliamentary leader for the Ontario Liberals and the MPP for Ottawa South, John Fraser, joins host Steve Paikin for a wide-ranging discussion on life at Queen's Park. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Part 1:We talk with Chris Lehmann, DC Bureau Chief of The Nation Magazine.We discuss the military riot in Los Angeles, brought about by Trump's calling up the National Guard to provoke violent response from protestors against ICE tactics.Part 2:We talk with Steve Paikin, Canadian talk show host and commentator.We discuss the political climate in Canada, in the wake of Trump's assaults on Canadian sovereignty, and the tariff impositions. We discuss the last election in Canada, that of Carney to be Premier.  WNHNFM.ORG   productionMusic: David Rovic

After more than three years, is there an end in sight to Russia's war on Ukraine? Is Vladimir Putin serious about peace negotiations? And how has Donald Trump's second term changed Russia's place and power in the world? Bill Browder, CEO of Hermitage Capital, Head of the Global Magnitsky Justice campaign, and author of "Red Notice" and "Freezing Order," talks with Steve Paikin. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Resistance to Bill 5, the Protect Ontario by Unleashing its Economy Act, is heating up as it passed into law this week at Queen's Park. Will the bill lead to highway blockades and a resurgence of the Idle No More movement? Steve Paikin and John Michael McGrath discuss the growing dissent toward the government's attempt to fast-track infrastructure projects. Members of Provincial Parliament are receiving a pay boost after nearly 15 years and access to a pension. Steve and John Michael discuss whether people will rise up in indignation at the increase or if they think it's about time. A new report from the Financial Accountability Office of Ontario confirms that rocky economic times are ahead for the province. Steve and JMM dig into the details and some dissonance between what the province is saying will happen and historical trends that say otherwise. Steve's column: https://www.tvo.org/article/analysis-ontario-will-uncrate-a-statue-of-canadas-first-prime-minister-what-took-so-long JMM's column: https://www.tvo.org/article/analysis-bill-33-doesnt-dissolve-ontarios-school-boards-but-its-yet-another-hit-to-their-power Credit: T-shirt image of Mike Harris - King's Printer for Ontario/ola.orgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Agenda has welcomed to this studio this country's perhaps best known and most tireless advocate for the rights of the disabled over the years. David Lepofsky has been blind since he was a teenager. And he'd love it if this province were just a bit more mindful of its nearly three million citizens who are dealing with some kind of disability. Here's David Lepofsky, author of "Swimming Up Niagara Falls! The Battle to Get Disability Rights Added to the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms." He's also the chair of the AODA Alliance and joins Steve Paikin.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why is a nuclear peace deal between the U.S. and Iran key to stability in the Middle East? What would the global consequences of a full-scale trade war between China and America be? Is the world headed towards another arms race? How should Canada respond to Trump's repeated threats of annexation? And why is liberal democracy worth defending? This is Part 2 of Steve Paikin's wide-ranging conversation with CNN's Fareed Zakaria. Fareed is also the author of "Age of Revolutions: Progress and Backlash from 1600 to the Present," and a columnist for The Washington Post. Watch Part 1 of their conversation here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1QXwNq0d26USee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How have the Glorious, French and Industrial revolutions shaped modern politics? How did the Left versus Right divide come about? Might a potential U.S.-Iran nuclear deal be a gamechanger for peace in the Middle East? And how seriously should Canada take Trump's relentless 51st state threat? CNN's Fareed Zakaria joins host Steve Paikin for a wide-ranging discussion on the tumultuous state of play in the world today. He is the author of "Age of Revolutions: Progress and Backlash from 1600 to the Present," and a columnist for The Washington Post. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

At a time of serious conflict with our neighbours to the south, perhaps a more concerning conflict might be coming from within. As calls for separation in places like Alberta grow louder, it brings up the question of how a nation can operate with respective regional interests? And, can Canada keep itself from coming apart? Joining to discuss these regional tensions are former premier of Alberta, Jason Kenney; Martha Hall Findlay, a former MP and director of the School of Public Policy and Palmer Chair at the University of Calgary; Felix Mathieu, Professor in the Department of Law at the Université du Quebec en Outaouais and co-editor of the Canadian Journal of Political Science; and John Ibbitson, journalist, writer and co-author with Darrell Bricker for their forthcoming book, "Breaking Point: The Big Shifts That Put Canada at Risk." They join Steve Paikin to discuss. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this 1703rd episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike chats with Steve Paikin about why he's leaving The Agenda and what's next for him as his duties are reduced at TVO. Toronto Mike'd is proudly brought to you by Great Lakes Brewery, Palma Pasta, Ridley Funeral Home, Toronto Maple Leafs Baseball, Yes We Are Open, Nick Ainis and RecycleMyElectronics.ca. If you would like to support the show, we do have partner opportunities available. Please email Toronto Mike at mike@torontomike.com

For third time ever, the monarch read the Government of Canada's speech from the throne. King Charles III reiterated Canada's sovereignty and ran through a laundry list of government priorities. Steve Paikin and John Michael McGrath break down the speech. The Government of Ontario is amending Bill 5, the Protect Ontario by Unleashing our Economy Act, after pressure from Indigenous groups. Steve and JMM dig into the changes the bill is pushing forward and what opposition groups can do to keep it from passing. The Ontario Greens and Ontario Liberals are co-sponsoring a bill to tackled homelessness in the province. Aislinn Clancy says building bridges within the legislature is part of what she ran on and a bill like this could help end this issue within a decade. The #onpoli podcast recorded this episode at the Isabel Bader Theatre at Victoria University at the University of Toronto. Special thanks to everyone who came out! Steve's column: https://www.tvo.org/article/analysis-the-51st-state-nonsense-is-over-someone-should-tell-the-president JMM's column: https://www.tvo.org/article/is-it-time-for-a-canadian-automakerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In "We, the Data: Human Rights in the Digital Age," author Wendy H. Wong makes the case that the collection and tracking of our data by Big Tech comes at a cost to our humanity. She's a professor of political science and principal's research chair at the University of British Columbia and her book won the 2024 Balsillie Prize for Public Policy. She joins Steve Paikin to discuss the link between data and human rights. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Actor and comedian Dave Thomas talks to host Steve Paikin about what he learned from his recent trip to Ukraine. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Steve Paikin asks guests: Which is harder for Canada to re-set relations with: China or India? Then, Nam Kiwanuka explores why some parents don't vaccinate their kids. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ontario's Minister of Finance Peter Bethlenfalvy joins Steve Paikin to discuss the government's budget for 2025.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.