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Today we delve into the importance of public and free third spaces and how they impact your mental health. We had the pleasure of talking with filmmaker, Ali Weinstein about her first observational documentary, Your Tomorrow, which premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival in 2024.  The film is about the last year in the life of Ontario Place which became a defacto public park 10 years ago after living many lives as an educational and entertainment destination. Ontario Place was a third space that acted as a refuge to a lot of Torontonians until the government decided to turn the main part of the space into a private spa and despite public process, construction began in October of 2024, a month after Ali's documentary premiered.  For those of you who haven't heard of third places before, it's a sociological term that refers to the social surroundings that are separate from the two usual social environments of home ("first place") and the workplace ("second place"). Third places, then, are "anchors" of community life and facilitate and foster broader, more creative interaction. They are spaces like churches, cafes, libraries, gyms, bookstores, gaming spaces, parks, and theatres, where people can gather, relax, and engage in meaningful interactions, which can positively impact mental health by fostering a sense of community and belonging Third places are where we can both affirm our own identities and build empathy for identities different from our own.  In Ray Oldenburg and Karen Christensen's 1989 book The Great Good Place, Oldenburg argues that third places are important for democracy, civic engagement, and a sense of place. IN the 2023 edition, Christensen argues that third places are also the answer to loneliness, political polarization, and climate resilience.  Contact us: BraaainsPodcast.com Follow: @BraaainsPodcast Music: @_Deppisch_ Support this show: Patreon.com/BraaainsPodcast

Last week, a senior Israeli official told the media that the country's goal is to establish full diplomatic relations with Lebanon soon, a move that follows a November ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah that has kept Northern Israel relatively safe in recent months. In that light, the Israeli government has been urging displaced Israeli families from the region—more than 60,000 people who fled after Hezbollah began firing rockets at them after Oct. 7—to finally come home. But not everyone is convinced. Some fear the ceasefire won't last. Even the mayor of Metula, where 60 percent of the buildings were damaged—including the Canadian-built hockey and sports complex—has warned residents not to return yet. On today's episode of The CJN Daily, we're joined by Michal and Nir Zamir, a Metula couple with deep Canadian ties. She's returned to her empty home in northern Israel just recently, while he stays in Edmonton,where some of their children live. Then we'll hear from Dr. Esther Silver, a former Torontonian who toughed out the war in her home in Kfar Vradim, a small town about an hour to the southwest of Metula in the Upper Galilee. Related links Why Israel's military escalation with Hezbollah impacts Canadians in Northern Israel on The CJN Daily from Jan. 2024. What Esther Silver said after the IIHF banned Israel's national hockey teams (temporarily) in 2024 from international competition, in The CJN. Credits Host and writer: Ellin Bessner (@ebessner) Production team: Zachary Kauffman (producer), Michael Fraiman (executive producer) Music: Dov Beck-Levine Support our show Subscribe to The CJN newsletter Donate to The CJN (+ get a charitable tax receipt) Subscribe to The CJN Daily (Not sure how? Click here)

The TDSB is planning to rename three schools following a controversial board decision. Daniel Tate, a concerned Torontonian, joins us now to share his concerns regarding this move. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The TDSB is planning to rename three schools following a controversial board decision. Daniel Tate, a concerned Torontonian, joins us now to share his concerns regarding this move. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome back to the 218th episode of The Cup which is our a weekly (give or take, TBD, these are unprecedented times) performing arts talk show presented by Cup of Hemlock Theatre. With the theatres on a come back we offer a mix of both reviews of live shows we've seen and continued reviews of prophet productions! For our 218th episode we have a new artist interview. This particular conversation was hosted by our Co-Artistic Producer Ryan Borochovitz and features Program Officer of visual and performing arts for The Japan Foundation, Toronto, Toshi Aoyagi. Join these two as they discuss Cinema Kabuki, an annual event in which filmed versions of kabuki plays are presented for Torontonian audiences as well as traditional Japanese artforms, complicated gender dynamics, and bridging cultural divides. Cinema Kabuki will be screened in three instalments at the TIFF Lightbox (350 King St W, Toronto, ON), on February 23rd, 2025. Tickets to the screenings can be purchased from the following link: https://tr.jpf.go.jp/cinema-kabuki-2025-toronto/ Register for the Kabuki Talk Series: https://tr.jpf.go.jp/kabuki-talk-series-2025/ CONTENT WARNING: This interview contains brief allusions to suicide and sexual violence against women, contained entirely within a segment discussing the kabuki play Princess Sakurahime (approximately from 50:40 to 55:30). Viewer discretion is advised. Follow The Japan Foundation – Instagram: @jftoronto // Website: https://tr.jpf.go.jp/ Check out the Yōkai Netsuke Exhibition (extended into March by popular demand) – https://tr.jpf.go.jp/event/yokai-netsuke-exhibition/2024-10-17/ Check out Toshi's recent interview with A View from the Box (which we referenced in this interview) – https://aviewfromthebox.net/2025/02/01/stage-door-dialogues-toshi-aoyagi-of-cinema-kabuki-at-the-japan-foundation/ Follow Cup of Hemlock Theatre on Instagram/Facebook/Twitter: @cohtheatre If you'd like us to review your upcoming show in Toronto, please send press invites/inquiries to coh.theatre.MM@gmail.comCHAPTERS: 0:00 – Intro: 3-for-1 Interview Questions3:40 – Toshi's Story 9:49 – How Does “Cinema Kabuki” Work?25:12 – Capturing Theatricality on Film 31:05 – Kabuki for Canadians 38:56 – Onnagata: A Fireball of Gender Issues 1:03:38 – Curation 1:11:03 – Talk Series 1:13:34 – What's Next?

Health is driven by more than what happens in a clinic or the operating room, it is driven by long-standing system decisions. One of the ways Dr. Andrew Boozary and the UHN are impacting health equity is through the inception of Dunn House, Canada's first hospital-led supportive housing initiative. This unique model couples health and social care by improving health outcomes for unhoused Torontonians, embedding concreate solutions to UHN's most vulnerable patients. “This brings a wholistic approach to healthcare, that it's not just about access to physicians and nurses, that there's really a more integrated way to think about health, and Dunn House is real action on that kind of thinking and philosophy.” In this exciting episode of Healthcare Change Makers, learn more about UHN's social medicine program, the impact of Dunn house, and the value of partnership with community organizations. And stay tuned until the end to hear Dr. Boozary's take on medical TV dramas and which musician helps give him an energy boost.   Quotables: “How do we recenter humanity in healthcare for those of us who work in the system, for families, for caregivers, and most ultimately for patients.” “Health and so much protection in society are system choices or policy choices, and it's not about individual failures but how resources, protection, power, and privilege, really play roles in worse health outcomes.” “The idea that some lives matter more than others is the fundamental issue or injustice that we face in the world.” “Whatever it is that grips you, that you lose sleep over, that makes your blood boil, whatever it is that you feel this sense of injustice, to not lose that feeling and energy, and pursue it however you can.” “If the University Health Network is really serious (which they are) about advancing health and not being the university healthcare network, but truly about heath, we need to be able to take different approaches in how we reach people… who need it most.” “Housing and health are inextricably linked.” “This is what I think is really the secret sauce, is the partnership and the willingness to think differently about the solution – that the band-aid fixes are not going to work. That there is a moral distress that becomes imposed on health workers seeing the same revolving door… and how can we start embedding, building concrete solutions for people.” “I think it's really important to shout out the incredible work of community health centres that have been leading social medicine work for 50 years or more.” “Preventing some of these feelings of despair or burnout is understanding this is part of the work, and how do you hold and create space for some of it, because trying to deny it or push it out or discount it has its own downsides as well.” “We don't need a magic wand, we need real investment in people, and that we can see magical outcomes if we actually dedicate that focus.” Mentioned in this Episode: ·       HIROC's 2025 Conference, Save the Date ·       University Health Network (UHN) ·       Dr. Kevin Smith ·       UHN's Gattuso Centre for Social Medicine ·       UHN's Dunn House ·       Dr. Jeff Turnbull ·       Wendy Muckle ·       Dr. Paul Farmer ·       Emmanuelle Gattuso ·       City of Toronto ·       Fred Victor ·       The United Way ·       Angela Robertson, Parkdale Queen West Community Health Centre ·       Camden Coalition ·       Kendrick Lamar ·       The Knick (tv drama) ·       The Pitt (tv drama) Access More Interviews with Healthcare Leaders at HIROC.com/podcast Follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram, and listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your favourite podcasts. Email us at Communications@HIROC.com.

On this episode of Talking Away The Taboo, Natalie Richeimer, MS, CGC, Genetic Counselor, Education and Outreach Manager at Jscreen, Bat-Sheva L. Maslow MD, REI, RMA, and Rena Fox, RNC-OB, BSN, join Aimee Baron, MD to talk about genetics and Infertility. The introductory episode of our 5-part IWSTHAB x JSCREEN Podcast series dives into the genetic aspect of fertility and recurrent pregnancy loss (RPL) workups, setting the stage for an engaging and informative series that blends expert knowledge with deeply personal stories. Moderated by Dr. Aimee Baron of IWSTHAB, in this epsiode, we speak to Natalie, a reproductive genetic counselor, will explain what a genetic counselor does and how genetics factor into infertility evaluations. Dr. Batsheva Maslow (REI) will provide a medical perspective on infertility evaluations and how certain diagnoses and/or findings can help direct treatment. And finally,  Rena Fox will share her personal journey as part of a carrier couple who chose IVF for genetic reasons, shedding light on the real-life implications of genetic fertility challenges.  More about Natalie:  Natalie Richeimer, MS, CGC, is a board certified genetic counselor at jscreen with clinical experience in adult, pediatric, and reproductive genetic counseling. She holds a master's degree in human genetics and genetic counseling from the Keck Graduate Institute. Natalie is a native Torontonian, who lives in Los Angeles with her husband and two boys. She has published research in the Journal of Genetic Counseling on the impact of orthodox Jewish clergy's role in prenatal genetic counseling. Prior to her work as a genetic counselor, Natalie worked as a high school STEM teacher for 7 years in Los Angeles. She is passionate about reproductive health education and community engagement. Natalie has a special interest in outreach, with the goal of increasing awareness of and access to genetic counseling. Natalie has partnered with local organizations and high schools to provide community education. More about Dr. Maslow: Dr. Bat-Sheva Lerner Maslow is double board-certified in OB/GYN and Reproductive Endocrinologist and Infertility and is the lead physician at the Reproductive Medical Associates of New Jersey - Jersey City office. Dr. Maslow has a special interest in education, research, and the clinical care of single women considering proactive fertility preservation.  Outside of the office, Dr. Maslow lectures and writes on the intersection of halakha and reproduction. She serves as the Director of Medical Education for the North American Yoatzot Halacha Program and is a board member of several organizations related to Jewish women and health. She maintains an active educational presence on social media discussing issues related to reproduction in the Jewish community.  Dr. Maslow attended Barnard College and the Albert Einstein College of Medicine. She completed residency in Obstetrics & Gynecology at the University of Pennsylvania and fellowship in Reproductive Endocrinology & Infertility at the University of Connecticut, where she also completed a master's degree in clinical and translational research More about Rena:  Rena is an experienced nurse with 6 years in labor and delivery and 2 years in reproductive endocrinology and infertility (REI). Having personally gone through IVF, she combines professional expertise with personal insight to provide compassionate care and support to those navigating fertility challenges. Connect with us: -Check out our Website - Follow us on Instagram and send us a message -Watch our TikToks -Follow us on Facebook -Watch us on YouTube

Greg Brady and the panel of: Stephanie Smyth, broadcaster,  Smyth Media Group, Cockadoodle News, Brad Bradford, Toronto city councillor for Beaches - East York, Mark Saunders, former Toronto police chief, mayoral candidate Discuss: 1 - City wants more autonomy to govern itself and wants the province to butt out. Is this what's best for Torontonians? 2 - Is this early provincial election for the people of Ontario, or for Doug? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Greg Brady and the panel of: Stephanie Smyth, broadcaster,  Smyth Media Group, Cockadoodle News, Brad Bradford, Toronto city councillor for Beaches - East York, Mark Saunders, former Toronto police chief, mayoral candidate Discuss: 1 - City wants more autonomy to govern itself and wants the province to butt out. Is this what's best for Torontonians? 2 - Is this early provincial election for the people of Ontario, or for Doug? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

a live dog pretending to be a canadian. Quick: who's the least Canadian man ever to walk this Earth? Who resolutely refuses to embody a single particle of Canadian-ness? If you answered with Elliott Gould, you'd be right. So who better to portray a mild-mannered Torontonian bank teller who runs afoul of a psychotic criminal, played by Christopher Plummer, aka The Least Criminal Man of All Time?That's the main appeal of 1978's The Silent Partner: watching two co-leads play so against type that the movie transcends its story and becomes a pure cultural object. Listen below as Adam and Aidan get into things, or find us on your podbeast of choice.

When you think of the city Toronto, there are a few names come to mind. Drake... snowd4y................... the rest. But there's one Torontonian that both Drake and snowd4y look up to and respect. One Torontonian that walked, so that Drake could run. One Torontonian that's actually...weirdly connected to Drake... in the sense that his next album is financed by him... That's right. I'm talking about the GOAT of the Toronto Hip Hop scene, K-OS and we're discussing his debut album paradoxically about his EXIT from the music industry. AND we are joined by none other than actual Canadian Kelly from the Canuck is a Slur podcast!!! Links: Canuck is a Slur linktree: https://linktr.ee/canuckisaslur ⁠https://www.reddit.com/r/Ethelcain/wiki/index/lore/⁠ "Organized K-OS" interview with Exclaim!: https://exclaim.ca/music/article/organised_k-os snowd4y - "Wah Gwan Delilah" (feat Drake) Music Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YRtyGtjgcNo Full Livestream of the episode: https://youtube.com/live/kQXYhnWjUII?feature=share OUR DISCORD: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://discord.gg/2stA2P7pTC⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/flyoverstatepark⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ EVERYTHING ELSE: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/FlyoverStatePark⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Greg Brady focused in on Toronto is getting slammed with another property tax hike. Next, Toronto's budget was announced yesterday by Mayor Olivia Chow. She says she understands that Torontonians are hurting financially. She gets that there's an affordability crisis. Mayor Chow joins us now to defend the tax hike and explain what the funds will mean to Toronto residents. Also, Ontario Liberal liberal, Bonnie Crombie, does not mince words when talking about Premier Ford's motivation for possibly calling an early election. Lastly, Daniel Foch, Chief Real Estate Officer at Valery.ca, joins us to discuss current market conditions and what Toronto buyers and sellers can expect in the next few months. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Greg Brady focused in on Toronto is getting slammed with another property tax hike. Next, Toronto's budget was announced yesterday by Mayor Olivia Chow. She says she understands that Torontonians are hurting financially. She gets that there's an affordability crisis. Mayor Chow joins us now to defend the tax hike and explain what the funds will mean to Toronto residents. Also, Ontario Liberal liberal, Bonnie Crombie, does not mince words when talking about Premier Ford's motivation for possibly calling an early election. Lastly, Daniel Foch, Chief Real Estate Officer at Valery.ca, joins us to discuss current market conditions and what Toronto buyers and sellers can expect in the next few months. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the Real Estate Podcast Show, host Paul Indrigo takes listeners on a journey through the rich history of a property in the East York community, built during the significant year of 1929. Delve into the historical context of the Great Depression and discover how it shaped the lives of Torontonians, alongside the construction of iconic landmarks like the Royal York Hotel. Explore the architectural evolution of this East York home, from its original design to various extensions and modifications over the years. Learn about the intricate details of property boundaries and easements, and how these can impact homeowners today. Join Paul as he uncovers untold stories, local legends, and community insights that could enrich John's understanding of his home's legacy, offering a unique perspective on ensuring its story continues to resonate in the hearts of potential buyers.

Guest: Toronto Mayor Oliva ChowHost: Edward Keenan In this episode of This Matters Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow talks about the housing and school nutrition progress she says are her biggest achievements of 2024, reflects on passing the biggest tax increase in post-amalgamation history and fields a question on what Torontonians should expect from the tax increase coming in the 2025 budget. Also, she shares her own response to the shelter crisis report that led the city manager to call the city's commitment to housing as a human right “aspirational,” and discusses her plans to open libraries on weekends. Host Edward Keenan also asks her about a raft of issues where her critics and supporters seems to agree she's ducking fights they expect her to take on—and she explains whether they all have her all wrong. PLUS: Seasonally appropriate conversation about why some of the best things about Toronto, in 2024 and beyond, involve ice.

When Michael Ross Albert recently bought a condo in Toronto, he realized that the dream of homeownership is more like a nightmare. The Canadian playwright was inspired by his own and his friends' experiences of homeownership to write his new play, “The Bidding War.” The dark comedy chronicles several Torontonians trying to purchase the “last nice home” in the city. He joins Tom Power in the Q studio to discuss why our senses of hope and ambition get wrapped up into the search for a home and the current housing crisis that so many Canadians are facing.

TUNE INTO THE TOWN: TTC CEO CALLS ON TPS CHIEF TO HELP GET RID OF ANTISEMITIC GRAFFITI  Libby Znaimer is joined by Toronto City Councillor James Pasternak of Ward 6 York Centre, Jon Burnside, City Councillor for Ward 16 (Don Valley East) and Alex Blumenstein, Co-Founder of The Peak. The TTC's CEO writes a letter to the Toronto Police Chief expressing concern around the issue of antisemitic graffiti on the transit system's property, a new report details how the City is falling behind its timeline targets for repairing potholes, and according to a Listening to Toronto survey, most Torontonians feel as though the city is not moving in the right direction. IMPACT OF CANADA POST STRIKE ON SMALL BUSINESS AND CONSUMERS Libby Znaimer is joined by Bruce Winder, a Retail Analyst and Daniel Tisch, President and CEO of the Ontario Chamber of Commerce. The Canada Post strike continues, and talks between the union (CUPW) and Canada Post have stalled. We get a sense of how this is all impacting small businesses and consumers. And, we continue the conversation around PM Trudeau's temporary GST tax relief plan. CAA STUDY ON CANNABIS IMPAIRMENT AMONG ROAD USERS + THEIR WINTER READINESS CAMPAIGN Libby Znaimer is joined by Michael Stewart, Community Relations Consultant for CAA South Central Ontario and Constable Brad Verspeeten of Toronto Police Traffic Services. Two things to talk about: first there's a new study from the CAA regarding cannabis impairment among drivers in Ontario. Meanwhile, the TPS, OPP and CAA are running a joint campaign to discuss winter readiness tips for drivers to stay safe as the weather changes.

Party For Two with Will Stewart, do Torontonians enjoy their way of life. Brian Lilley chats Trump 

A rural village braces itself for development from the big city in Ryusuke Hamaguchi's EVIL DOES NOT EXIST (2024), a beautiful movie that rhymed with certain things we've been feeling lately about democracy, capitalism, freedom, and community. PLUS: We parse Toronto Life's list of the 50 most influential Torontonians of 2024, and explore the exciting world of Eric Roberts. PATREON-EXCLUSIVE EPISODE - https://www.patreon.com/posts/116329275

- Have you had a hard time making ends meet? Is it because prices have gone up? Underemployed or Underpaid?- OHL player banned five games for calling other player 'Mennonite'. Is this reasonable, or does this go too far- 36% of Garages Are So Cluttered That There's No Room for an Actual Car. Do you have room for a car in your garage?- Jim Richards patented Topic Potpourri!

Miroki and André take some time to go over the latest news they may have missed over the past few weeks ... It turns out that Torontonians eat A LOT of hot dogs at Blue Jays games... How are things going for the 2024 harvest in Niagara... The newest Michelin Guide is out - and André might be warming up to it. Is Oktoberfest in Kitchener-Waterloo just for tourists - or is it worth going out of your to visit? You can follow Miroki on Instagram @9ouncespleaseYou can follow André at instagram @andrewinereview Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The creators of the award-winning horror podcast Parkdale Haunt join David Common to talk about their new work, Woodbine. Munk School founding director Janice Stein sheds light on what the next steps may be after Iran's missile attack on Israel. And a Torontonian in Beirut shares why she's not planning to leave Lebanon just yet, despite calls from the government and her own family.

On this episode of The Construction Record Podcast, digital media editor Warren Frey speaks with urbanist, author and Creative Class Group founder Richard Florida about a new report he's written about the need to revamp Toronto's waterfront. Great Waterfront, Great City compares Toronto's development on its waterfront with other world-class cities such as Dubai, New York and London and points to how while residential and office development has gone forward, the area needs to draw in not only Torontonians but increase tourism to the city. He added focusing on the tech sector, creating sports infrastructure and said Bily Bishop Airport which resides on the waterfront is key to expansion and bringing in international business and tourists. You can listen to our most recent podcast with interviews with ICBA president Chris Gardner and BC Building Trades executive director Brynn Bourke about the B.C. election here. Our episodes are available at the Daily Commercial News and Journal of Commerce websites, on Libsyn and at  Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Amazon Music's podcast section. Thanks for listening. DCN-JOC News Services Toronto's waterfront ‘boring,' needs fun, attractions: Florida

Film critic and historian, Jack Ferdman, loves this time of year!  He's a proud Torontonian ... so why wouldn't he love early September?  It's not just because of the beauty of fall in his hometown.  It's mostly because he goes to his favourite event every year ... The Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF).  And 2024 was no different.  It's one of the best events for Cinema in the world.  And this year, Jack interacted with many actors, directors, critics, and of course fans, and shared the passion with them (and visa versa) during the 11 days TIFF took place.  He also, of course, screened 20 films and, on this bonus episode of Rewatching Oscar, he shares his take on each and every one of those movies, as well as the event itself. What a ride he had ... as he always does at TIFF. Take a listen!Download, listen, and share ALL Rewatching  Oscar episodes.SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW Rewatching Oscar:Website: https://rewatchingoscar.buzzsprout.comApple Podcasts/iTunesSpotifyGoogle PodcastsiHeart RadioPodchaserTuneInAlexaAmazon Overcast Podcast Addict Player FMRSS Feed: https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/1815964.rssWebsite: https://rewatchingoscar.buzzsprout.comSocial Media Links: Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, InstagramShare your thoughts and suggestions with us through:Facebook Messanger or email us atjack@rewatchingoscar.comMusic by TurpacShow Producer: Jack FerdmanPodcast Logo Design: Jack FerdmanSupport us by downloading, sharing, and giving us a 5-star Rating.  It helps our podcast continue to reach many people and make it available to share more episodes with everyone.Tags: OscarsAcademy AwardsBest PicturewinnermoviesfilmreviewRewatching Oscarpodcast

Greg (@GregBradyTO) speaks with Jason Tomlinson, Director at the Toronto Police Association (TPA). Jason's running to be the next President of the TPA.. What are his key priorities for officers - and for Torontonians? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Greg Brady focuses in on the TTC and Rogers pulling the plug on free WIFI on subway platforms.. anyone who tried to access the free WIFI knows the service stunk.. but did it have to? We speak with city councillor Josh Matlow about this – AND – get his thoughts on the Mayor touting the city's congestion plan – Mayor Chow says it's working.. but do Torontonians feel the same way? Next, Nolan Quinn, MP for Stormont–Dundas–South Glengarry and Minister of Colleges and Universities, about his new role.. he's only a few weeks on the job as minister of colleges after a cabinet shuffle.. You'll remember, this happened after Minister Todd Smith, who was moved to the education file, resigned for the public sector.. we ask Minister Quinn what his goals for this file are – and the challenges he faces, particularly with international students. Lastly, Mike Van Soelen, Crisis communications expert with Oyster Group and we were talking about a number of issues, including NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh signaling he'll oppose the Liberals carbon pricing – this comes just after breaking up with the liberals over the supply and confidence deal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Greg (@GregBradyTO) speaks with Daniel Tate, a concerned Torontonian, who's suggesting the far-left has taken over the city with their agenda. Does Tate have a point? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Film Comment is on the ground at the 2024 Toronto International Film Festival, which began on September 5 and runs through September 15. This year, as ever, the festival's lineup is full of buzzy titles, including premieres of new films from directors like Luca Guadagnino, Pedro Almodóvar, Athina Rachel Tsangari, Brady Corbet, Dea Kulumbegashvili, and more. For our third Podcast from the home of David Cronenberg, Drake, and the great Tim Hortons, Film Comment editor Devika Girish welcomes critics Adam Nayman and Beatrice Loayza to discuss some of the most anticipated films of this year's festival. Kicking things off, Adam, the noted Torontonian, gives a rundown on the Toronto-based movies at this year's edition (2:59) before the three critics move on to discuss Nicolás Pereda's Lázaro at Night (6:05), Jessica Sarah Rinland's Collective Monologue (12:32), Athina Rachel Tsangari's Harvest (22:09), Joshua Oppenheimer's The End (32:09), and Joseph Kahn's Ick (39:33). Catch up with all of our coverage of TIFF 2024 at filmcomment.com

According to Transport Canada, there's something fishy about the air cargo shipments coming from Europe lately. And no, we're not talking about crates of Italian sardines. For many years, Rexall has been living in Shoppers Drug Mart's shadow, but the chain's new ownership could help revitalize its position in the Canadian market. Celebrating something? Let us know here: https://thepeak.typeform.com/to/MNdYA3TO

What does purpose-driven leadership look like in the interior design world? In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Blima Ehrentreu, a creative visionary and interior design trailblazer with locations in Toronto, New York, and Miami. Driven by a mission of designing with purpose and creating a better world, Blima shares her journey from childhood curiosity to becoming a leader in the industry. Host Nicole Jansen, herself a former Torontonian, leads an engaging discussion about purposeful business practices, tips for women leaders in the construction industry, and innovative design solutions with social impact. Join us as Blima shares the challenges and opportunities she faced in launching her interior design business and expanding to three locations, how they weathered the pandemic, and how they have used their platform to further their purpose and social responsibility in the community. What We Discuss in this Episode What sparked Blima's interest in interior design? How does purpose-driven leadership shape her approach to design? What were the biggest challenges when launching The Designers Group? Tips for women entrepreneurs in the construction industry. The importance of learning from mistakes in business and design. How diverse perspectives enhance creativity and solutions. Social impact initiatives led by The Designers Group. Incorporating technology and AI in interior design. The role of mentorship in fostering new talent. Maintaining team engagement and a positive work culture. Podcast Highlights 0:00 – Discovering a career in design. 5:19 - Expanding business from Toronto to New York. 7:34 - Designers take responsibility for mistakes, lessons learned. 12:15 - Diversity, inclusivity, and thoughtful design in spaces. 14:51 – Meeting frequency and valuing everyone's input. 17:06 - Designing with purpose to create a better world. 20:11 - Community involvement, global impact. 25:58 - Embracing technology, offering mentorship, and opportunities. Favorite Quotes "Challenges are opportunities for growth. Every constraint pushes us to be more innovative." "Diversity within the team brings richer, more creative solutions." "Designing with purpose means not only making a space beautiful but ensuring it serves and uplifts the community."   Episode Show Notes and Resources https://leadersoftransformation.com/podcast/leadership/508-interior-design-for-a-better-world-with-blima-ehrentreu Check out our complete library of episodes and other leadership resources here: https://leadersoftransformation.com ________

THE ZOOMER SQUAD: THE GTA GRAPPLES WITH MORE SEVERE RAINFALL, FLOODING Libby Znaimer is joined by Rudy Buttignol, President of CARP, John Wright, Executive Vice President of  Maru Public Opinion and Anthony Quinn, Chief Community Officer of CARP. This past weekend, the GTA grappled with more heavy rainfall and flooding after the major rainstorm. And, today marks the 82nd anniversary of the Dieppe Raid during World War II.  TORONTONIANS IN THEIR 20s ARE STRUGGLING MORE WITH THEIR MENTAL HEALTH AND FINANCES COMPARED TO OLDER DEMOS: TORONTO FOUNDATION Libby Znaimer is now joined by Mohamed Huque, Director of Community Impact for Toronto Foundation.  What a new study from Toronto Foundation tells us about how Torontonians in their 20s are doing when it comes to mental health and their finances and how that compares to the older demographics.  DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL CONVENTION BEGINS TODAY Libby Znaimer is now joined by Dr. Chris Cooper, Political Science Professor at Western Carolina University, and Matt Wylie, a Republican political strategist and founder of Wylie Strategy Group. The Democratic National Convention begins today in Chicago. What can we expect from it? 

This is Bucket List Travel, a special series within the podcast Dr. Mary Travelbest Guide. This is Carolyn Ray, CEO and editor of JourneyWoman, a women's solo travel publication based in Toronto. I'm going to share some tips and advice about my hometown with you. I'm actually a sixth-generation Torontonian, and my daughter is a seventh-generation Torontonian.     So this is my hometown, and I can tell you, if you're looking for an exciting, vibrant city, Toronto is it. We are, you might be surprised, the fourth largest city in North America, and very easy to get to from just about anywhere in the world. Toronto is a great getaway for those living in Canada and a steal for women coming from other countries because of our Canadian dollar. So you'll find a lot of value coming here for your money,    I want to share with you a bit about how to get to Toronto, which may surprise you. Of course, you may know about Toronto Pearson Airport, our international airport, but we also have a smaller island airport called the Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport, which is right downtown. So if you can get a flight into Toronto Island, that's much easier.    But if you are flying into Toronto, Pearson, we have a wonderful train called the UP Express, which will get you downtown in about 25 minutes. If you are arriving at Union Station, you can get right on our subway system, the TTC, the Toronto Transit Commission. And it's very, very easy to get around on the TTC. It's a U-shaped route that goes north, just kind of starts at Union Station, and goes up both ways. And then there's an east, west route across the city at Bloor Street, which is B, L, O, O, R, we're building some more subways. You'll notice that when you're in town, and because of that, I just want to speak to a little bit about safety on the subways. Toronto is a very large city, and I just want to encourage you to be very aware. I know everyone thinks Canadians are very nice, but I also just want to remind you to be very self-aware when you're on the subways and on public transit.   For things to do in Toronto, my number one experience would be to go to Toronto Island. It's very easy to get there on a ferry, and you can take a ferry over for the day. You can ride a bike, enjoy the beaches, or even get on a boat.   If you are looking for a place to stay, there are many different kinds of hotels in Toronto, but I will say one of my favorites is the Fairmont Royal York, which is right across from Union Station. But I also like some of our boutique hotels, the Gladstone, the Drake, the Broadview Hotel. These are very lovely, locally owned hotels, creative, artsy, with really great rooftop restaurants and great views.   I'll end with some tips on places to eat that you may not know about. I really love Spanish food, so I wanted to recommend Madrina y tapas and Patria. Patria is on King West, which is a very popular place to go for bars and restaurants. The Distillery District is one of our historic areas in Toronto, it's a wonderful place to walk around and spend the day. And Madrina y tapas is one of my favorite restaurants there. There's also Yorkville, which is on at Bloor and Yonge Street. Kasa Moto is a Japanese restaurant that I would suggest there. And a secret you may not have heard of, this one is called Scaramouche, and it's a little bit farther north, but you can get wonderful views of the entire city. It's actually in a condominium, and you can see all of Toronto at night. It's lovely. And for those of us who like vegetarian food, it's Planta. There are two Planta locations in Toronto, maybe more now, great vegetarian menu. And of course, I must mention the St Lawrence Market, which has all, you know, all of the fresh food you could ever want. But also in the basement Manotas, which is a Spanish takeaway restaurant, and then also Busters, which is at the back of the St Lawrence Market, where you can get some wonderful seafood.   Whatever you're doing in Toronto, I hope you have a great time. There's so much to do. There's so much to see, and I look forward to seeing you there. And if there's more information need about Toronto, please visit JourneyWoman.com. We've got lots of articles about the city.  Thank you, Carolyn Ray and Journey Woman for this excellent episode. I love that you shared about Toronto on this one!  Connect with Dr. Travelbest 5 Steps to Solo Travel website Dr. Mary Travelbest X Dr. Mary Travelbest Facebook Page Dr. Mary Travelbest Facebook Group Dr. Mary Travelbest Instagram Dr. Mary Travelbest Podcast Dr. Travelbest on TikTok Dr.Travelbest onYouTube In the news  

In this episode the guys talk about the Rio Grande Plan, Torontonians saying no to bike lane obstructions and LA's Sepulveda heavy rail line. Send us a question: radiofreeurbanism@gmail.comPatreon: patreon.com/RadioFreeUrbanismInstagram: https://rb.gy/ezn9rzX(Twitter): https://x.com/RFUrbanism?s=20Alex: https://www.youtube.com/@humanecitiesEthan: https://www.youtube.com/@climateandtransitNic: https://www.youtube.com/@nicthedoorLinks:Rio Grande Plan: https://tinyurl.com/3rc4m5rxSepulveda Line: https://www.railway-technology.com/news/los-angeles-metro-siemens-stadler-proposal/

Guest host Molly Thomas gets the lowdown on something you may have wondered -- are running clubs taking the place of dating apps? This duo hopes so. Also, if you ever questioned how an average person would do in Olympic events, we have the answer. A local Torontonian is tackling some of the events in the out-of-shape Olympics, and she is very sore. We also get an update on the re-opening of the cafe at Ward's Island cafe. Maybe the running club can end up there for date night?

Toronto is a bustling city on Lake Ontario which is growing at an astonishing rate. Almost a third of Torontonians have arrived in the last decade and more than half were born outside of Canada. The city's Mohawk name is , which means “the place on the water where the trees are standing". Noah Richler explores the fictional landscape of the city with four of its exciting writers from different generations and backgrounds; Catherine Hernandez, Adrianna Chartrand, Don Gillmor and Deepa Rajagopalan who all join him in front of a lively audience at The House of Anansi Bookshop.

Today on The Social, rapper Busta Rhymes was ready to bust up anyone using a phone during his performance at the Essence Festival! And, “Sex and the City” actor John Corbett revealed in a podcast that he regrets his acting career. Then, 220,000 Torontonians have fled the city in the last two years. And, Elton John took a tinkle in a bottle at a shoe store! Then, how would you define a sundress?  And, "no new boyfriends" were allowed at Olivia Culpo's wedding, not even her own sister's! Then, Kevin Bacon revealed to 'Vanity Fair' that he went incognito to feel normal, and it sucked! Plus, what we need to know about menopause and mental health.

Guest host Ben Mulroney (@BenMulroney) spoke with David Valentin, principal at Liaison Strategies, about his latest poll on Mayor Olivia Chow's performance in her first year in office. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Greg (@gregbradyTO) discussed the Ford Government surprisingly closing the doors at the Science Centre on Friday with Brandon Chu, a Torontonian and father of two young boys who've been going to the Science Centre since birth. Also, Josh Matlow (@JoshMatlow) , a Toronto City Councilor carries on our Science Centre discussion and if there's any steps the City can do to pressure the Provincial government to take a pause with the permanent closing of the Centre. Lastly, Warren Kinsella (@kinsellawarren), a lawyer, author, political consultant, and commentator wrote a piece in the Toronto Sun stated that the time has come for the Prime Minister to go. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Larry Ostola talks to Matthew Reeve about his book, Casa Loma: Millionaires, Medievalism, and Modernity in Toronto's Gilded Age. Leading architect E.J. Lennox designed Casa Loma for the flamboyant Sir Henry Pellatt and Mary, Lady Pellatt as an enormous castellated mansion that overlooked the booming metropolis of Toronto. The first scholarly book dedicated to this Canadian landmark, Casa Loma situates the famous “house on the hill” within Toronto's architectural, urban, and cultural history. Casa Loma was not only an outsized home for the self-appointed “Lord Toronto” but a statement of Canada's association with empire, an assertion of the country's British legacy. During and after the Pellatts' occupation, Casa Loma was a major landmark, and it has since infiltrated the iconography and collective memory of the metropolis. The reception of Casa Loma, variously loved and abhorred by Torontonians, reflects many of Toronto's major aspirations and anxieties about itself as a modern city. Across ten chapters, this book charts the history of Casa Loma from the purchase of the estate atop Davenport Ridge in 1903 and its construction from 1906, through to its sale and the dispersal of its contents in 1924, its subsequent life as a hotel, and finally its transformation into one of the city's major entertainment venues. Casa Loma brings to light a wealth of hitherto unpublished archival images and documentation of the house's visual and material culture, weaving together a textured account of the design, use, and life of this unique building over the course of the twentieth century. Matthew M. Reeve is professor of art history at Queen's University. Image Credit: McGill-Queen's University Press If you like our work, please consider supporting it: bit.ly/support_WTY. Your support contributes to the Champlain Society's mission of opening new windows to directly explore and experience Canada's past.

In Episode 149, Gen and Jette continue to celebrate Pride Month with Tony Kushner's award-winning play, Angels in America. We had to cut ourselves off eventually because we could talk about this play forever.Show NotesWe went to see this play last December at Buddies in Bad Times Theatre in Toronto. It was produced by That Theatre Company and directed by Craig Pike. (Yes, Torontonians, Craig Pike of Craig's Cookies.) It was phenomenal and we knew we had to read the play and dedicate an episode to it. The play runs about 7 hours long in total and is technically two separate plays: Millennium Approaches and Perestroika.HBO made a mini series, adapted for the screen by Tony Kushner, in 2003.In 2017, The National Theatre produced a revival starring Andrew Garfield and Nathan Lane and it eventually went to Broadway. This play has won a lot of awards and it's very clear why. We'll definitely make it a point to see any production of this that we can get to.This spring, Gen went to see another 7-hour long play called The Inheritance, put on by Canadian Stage Company. It's a reimagining of E.M. Forester's novel Howard's End and also deals with AIDS and being gay in America, but in a contemporary setting that takes place before and after the election of Donald Trump. Our next episode is our 150th! Appropriately, it is a book club episode. We'll be talking about Jette's pick, The Daughter of Doctor Moreau by Silvia Moreno Garcia. Other Media MentionedThe Inheritance by Matthew LopezCaroline, or ChangeMunich (2005)Lincoln (2012)West Side Story (2021)The Fabelmans (2022) Don't forget to follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter or email us at hello@anotherbookontheshelf.com. We'd love to hear from you! Sign up for our newsletter and add us to Pinterest!  

A new study from GeoTab Intelligent Transportation Systems revealed that since the Gardiner construction started, Torontonians are spending over 250% more time stuck on commutes! But if this is the case, did Toronto not plan for it, or seek any data on how this construction would affect the city? Host Alex Pierson needs these questions answered, and turns to the source, Mike Branch the VP of Data and Analytics with GeoTab ITS. Mike explains why he was never approached by the city for this data, why his company performed the study and if things will improve or just continue to get worse. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Guest: Ben Spurr, city hall bureau chief  Can you imagine Toronto without its public transit lifeline? A TTC strike might be looming for the first time in almost 16 years as thousands of transit workers might soon walk off the job and on to the picket line this Friday. Despite months of negotiations on job security, wages and benefits, the TTC management and the union representing about 12,000 workers seems to be in a deadlock. City hall bureau chief Ben Spurr explains the stakes on both sides and what this could mean for Torontonian's commute on Friday.  Audio sources: CBC News This episode was produced by Paulo Marques and Saba Eitizaz. What would you like to hear on Toronto Star podcasts? Let us know in this survey and you can enter to win a $100 gift card.

The city of Toronto is moving forward with its renaming and rebranding of Yonge-Dundas Square to Sankofa Square, and its going to at least cost a few hundred thousand dollars if everything goes right...and much more if there are any delays. Is this really a good use of city funds, especially since we know just how broke Toronto really is? Guest host Anthony Furey is joined by a member of the "Downtown Concerned Citizens Organization" Dana McKiel, who breaks down just how dissatisfied Torontonians are with the rebrand, and why these funds could easily be used for something much more substantial and needed. Then, Anthony and Dana open up the phone lines and answer some questions from listeners on the issue. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Curt Jaimungal is a Torontonian filmmaker and podcast host, with a Degree in Mathematical Physics from the University of Toronto. His channel "Theories of Everything" (TOE) analyses various "Theories of Everything" by exploring theoretical physics, consciousness, Ai, and God in a technically rigorous manner. Similar to Mind-Body Solution, a separating factor of TOE from other podcasts is its focus on depth even at the risk of limiting the audience due to how much detail we delve into subjects. Paralleling the intensity found in academic discourse, Curt is increasingly embracing a spectrum of unconventional ideas to conduct research during this podcast, rather than merely conveying existing information. If you enjoy Mind-Body Solution, you'll love Theories of Everything - check out his channel, like, and subscribe! TIMESTAMPS: (0:00) - Introduction (0:13) - What is a "Theory of Everything" (TOE) and the Theories of Everything channel? (20:19) - Curt's go to "TOE" prior to starting the channel (28:15) - Daniel Dennett (RIP) & Illusionism (34:30) - Do we already have all the pieces to complete the puzzle of the Universe? (42:40) - Having a community interested in these topics (reality, consciousness, free will etc.) (47:30) - Curt on Leonardo Da Vinci (55:30) - Mindfest (1:01:00) - Cal Newport & Finding your (paying) Passion (1:16:38) - MBS & TOE Podcast "rules" (1:22:09) - Curt's favourite conversations on TOE (1:35:37) - What is Wisdom? (1:41:29) - Differences between Eastern & Western TOEs (1:51:28) - "Curt Rules For Life" (2:12:27) - Are humans capable of coming up with an ultimate TOE? (2:19:37) - Consciousness & Free Will (2:33:03) - Conclusion EPISODE LINKS: - Curt's Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@TheoriesofEverything - Curt's X: https://twitter.com/TOEwithCurt - Curt's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/curt-jaimungal - Curt's Reddit: https://reddit.com/r/TheoriesOfEverything CONNECT: - Website: https://tevinnaidu.com - Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/drtevinnaidu - Twitter: https://twitter.com/drtevinnaidu - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drtevinnaidu - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drtevinnaidu - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drtevinnaidu ============================= Disclaimer: The information provided on this channel is for educational purposes only. The content is shared in the spirit of open discourse and does not constitute, nor does it substitute, professional or medical advice. We do not accept any liability for any loss or damage incurred from you acting or not acting as a result of listening/watching any of our contents. You acknowledge that you use the information provided at your own risk. Listeners/viewers are advised to conduct their own research and consult with their own experts in the respective fields.

Toronto's Chief Medical Officer of Health, Dr. Eileen de Villa has announced that she will be stepping down from her position at the end of the year, just as the province heats up its battle with the city to do away with decriminalization. Where does this leave the city, our medical community and ultimately...you. Host Alex Pierson asks all these questions to Dr. de Villa herself, including the one many Torontonians may have themselves...does she have any regrets? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Being a native Torontonian, she knows the Leafs pretty well and says it won't take much for them to collapse  

This weeks guest is Carolyn Sandler who joins us from Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Carolyn is a born and bred Torontonian with a passion for all things dessert related. Carolyn's been freelancing in Film and TV with a strong focus on logistics and culinary for the last 15 years. In addition to set work, Carolyn has taught food media, tourism and culinary theory at a local Toronto College and loves working alongside her international students to discover the best of Toronto's food landscape. Carolyn has also managed catering and events for some of Toronto's biggest chefs including Fidel Gastro's. Carolyn is an avid traveller, always hoping on a plane to visit an exciting new country! With 35 countries visited, Carolyn is always looking for new food adventures to discover. When Carolyn's not working with food on set or in the classroom, she can be found, snacking, getting tattooed, traveling, learning new dishes and languages and waterfall hiking. Carolyn loves true crime, a substantial charcuterie board, and cuddling with her Min Pin / Chihuahua, Chance. You can find Carolyn online at Instagram @miss_sugarskull and her Etsy storefront Fig And Fortune. And a big thank you to this weeks sponsor - Civil Pours - A ready to pour, premium cocktail program that blends the highest quality, proprietary ingredients into shelf stable, top selling cocktails delivered to you in draft-ready kegs. All you do is pour, serve, and savour a seamless experience designed to captivate your customer and smooth your service. To get in touch contact sales@civilpours.com or check the website civilpours.com Links: @miss_sugarskull Fig And Fortune Etsy Storefront @sugarrunbar @babylonsistersbar @the_industry_podcast email us: info@theindustrypodcast.club Podcast Artwork by Zak Hannah zakhannah.co

Alex Pierson speaks with Brad Bradford, Toronto City Councillor for Beaches - East York, about the letter signed by six of his council colleagues regarding Torontonian's freedom of assembly and police handling of protesters. It was just a week ago when Councillor Bradford called for 'safety zones' around places of worship due to the rise in antisemitism. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When I think of a quintessentially Torontonian food experience, I tend to think of The Depanneur. Founded in 2011, The Depanneur was a tiny old corner store that transformed into a place where interesting food things happen, featuring hundreds of talented cooks and home chefs serving thousands of eclectic meals through unique Drop-In Dinners, cooking classes, table talks, and supper clubs. It was also the birthplace of Newcomer Kitchen, a non-profit social enterprise that helped create social and economic opportunities for Syrian refugee women through food-based projects.  Today on the show is the founder of The Depp, Len Senater, who speaks to the way he created space in Toronto's increasingly gentrified hospitality world to maintain experimental approaches about food's role in building community and celebrating diversity. He shares the story behind his recently launched cookbook, The Depanneur Cookbook, which launched as a Kickstarter campaign in November 2020. Equal parts documentary, manifesto, and cookbook, the book features delicious food, poignant stories, and beautiful photography by Ksenija Hotic. More than just a collection of authentic home cooking from around the world, it is the only cookbook that truly captures the incredible culinary diversity of Toronto. Learn More About Len:  By The Depanneur Cookbook : https://thedepanneur.ca/home/the-depanneur-cookbook/  The Depanneur Website Facebook: The Depanneur Instagram: @thedepanneur

The delightful Netflix animated series Scott Pilgrim Takes Off starts off in the same way as the 2010 movie Scott Pilgrim Vs. The World and comic. Scott Pilgrim (Michael Cera) is a dim-bulb young Torontonian who falls in love and must fight to win the hand of Ramona Flowers (Mary Elizabeth Winstead). But in the animated series, the show's focus shifts to Ramona. The show reunites the entire cast of the film including Chris Evans, Jason Schwartzman, and Aubrey Plaza.