Andrea Warner was a music writer who wrote "We Oughta Know: How Four Women Ruled the ’90s and Changed Canadian Music", The Time of My Life: Dirty Dancing, and Rise Up And Sing! Power, Protest, and Activism in Music amongst others. These words belong to novelist Kerry Clare, posted on
I first met Kayla Grey in October 2017 when she dropped by to talk about her role at TSN. At the time, she was working on the radio at TSN 1050, but her sights were set on television. She'd became a host for SportsCentre in 2018, becoming the first black
In this 1984th episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike chats with Jayne Eastwood about Goin' Down The Road, being a part of the legendary 1972 Toronto cast of Godspell, the new documentary about that experience, SCTV, Women Without Clothes and Hot Curlers with June Squibb, Linda Hamilton, and Caroline Aaron. This
In this 1983rd episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike chats with Ian Cunningham, candidate for Toronto City Council, Ward 10 (Spadina–Fort York), about Toronto's mental health, addiction, and homelessness crisis. This episode is exactly 1:03:24. You can listen to this episode in a variety of ways: Listen on
Dennis Haskins was the actore best known for playing Mr. Belding on Saved By the Bell.
In this 1981st episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike chats with Faber Drive founder Dave Faber about the ongoing history of the band. This episode is exactly 1:03:46. You can listen to this episode in a variety of ways: Listen on Apple PodcastsFollow on SpotifyFollow on Amazon MusicSubscribe on
What to say about David Marsden... firstly, he was Dave Mickie on CKEY. Then, after a spell in Montreal, he returned to Toronto as David Marsden on CHUM-FM. You'd never know David Marsden was Dave Mickie as their styles were polar opposites. To this audience, David Marsden is best known
Tonight's the night! It's #TMLX23, the 23rd Toronto Mike'd Listener eXperience, and I'd love to see you at the GLB Brewpub at 6pm. Be there, or be square.
I was lucky enough to be in attendance last night as The Tragically Hip, Feist, Paul Dean and Mike Reno from Loverboy and Roch Voisine were inducted tinto the 2026 Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame. It was a truly wonderful night with great performances, moving speeches, and stars galore. I
In this 1980th episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike shares a conversation he had with Ashton Lansdell, captain of the LA Queens, who won the first ever WPBL Championship on Tuesday night. This episode is exactly 37:45. You can listen to this episode in a variety of ways: Listen on
Last night, at the Palais Royale during the 10th anniversary celebration for the West End Phoenix, Tara Slone covered High School Confidential by Rough Trade. This song features the legendary line from Carole Pope about creaming her jeans. Scandalous! Just before "It makes me cream my jeans when she comes
At the end of today's Day 6 on CBC Radio, Brent Bambury announced he's chosen to retire from CBC after over 47 years. Many remember Brent best from his years hosting Brave New Waves, Midday or Go. I once had Brent visit with Ralph Benmergui because people often confused the
Tonight I biked over to the Palais Royal to celebrate 10 years of the West End Phoenix. Of course Dave Bidini was there, but so was Tom Wilson, Ron MacLean, Tara Slone, Rob Preuss, Stephen Stanley, Friendly Rich, Ron Sexsmith and many other lovely and talented people. It was a
In this 1979th episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike chats with Cathy Young about her 1960s Yorkville days, her 1969 album A Spoonful Of Cathy Young, winning a Juno for her 1973 follow-up record, what happened next and her new release for her soulmate from The Stampeders. This episode is exactly
Welcome to this week's Open Mike. I'm Mike and I'll be your master of ceremonies for the day. Feel free to use this space to vent, rant, share a story and/or ask a question of the FOTM hivemind.
As discussed with Dave Rosencrans from Sub Pop on yesterday's episode of Toronto Mike'd, Never Mind the Molluscs was a Sub Pop release featuring Maritimes bands. Released in March 1993, Never Mind the Molluscs includes: Sloan, "Pillow Fight"Jale, "Lung"Eric's Trip, "Blue Sky for Julie/Smother"Idée du Nord,
In this 1978th episode of Toronto Mike'd, Andie Pandie kicks out the jams in celebration of her birth year 1978. This episode is exactly 1:11:52. You can listen to this episode in a variety of ways: Listen on Apple PodcastsFollow on SpotifyFollow on Amazon MusicSubscribe on Podcast AddictSubscribe
Pete Byrne was the Naked Eyes co-founder who sang lead vocals on their 1982 hit Always Something There to Remind Me, a cover of an old Burt Bacharach and Hal David song.
In this 1977th episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike chats with Dave Rosencrans, former International Product Manager of Sub Pop in the 90s, about Canadian bands signed to the label, from Eric's Trip to Jale. This episode is exactly 1:36:53. You can listen to this episode in a variety
Pye Dubois was a lyricist who worked closely with Kim Mitchell and Max Webster and occasionally Rush.
In this 1976th episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike chats with Colin James about his new book Playing the Changes: A Musician's Memoir, a poignant, humourous and heartfelt coming-of-age memoir from one of Canada's most beloved musicians. This episode is exactly 1:00:15. You can listen to this episode in
On this 1975th episode of Toronto Mike'd, and 57th episode of TOAST, Mike is joined by Rob Preuss and Bob Willette as they kick out their favourite home jams. This episode is exactly 2:08:33. You can listen to this episode in a variety of ways: Listen on Apple
I'm producing a live event for Karen Stintz and Nick Ainis. It's taking place at the Old Mill on October 7, 2026 and you get secure free tickets here. Karen will be selling her book and will have a fireside-style conversation with the host of Building Toronto's Skyline, Nick Ainis.
In this 1974th episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike catches up with Raymi the Minx, his guest for episode 88 over 12 years ago. At the time, Mike described Raymi as a "provocative blogger". Who is she today? This episode is exactly 1:24:21. You can listen to this episode
Duncan Sheik was the musician was best known for his 1996 single “Barely Breathing” and his Tony-winning work on Broadway's Spring Awakening.
