Best Steve Paikin Podcasts (2024)

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How Will Ontario's Housing Crisis Be Solved? 58:30

37m ago58:30

58:30

Two-and-a-half years ago, the Ontario government identified that we would need 1.5 million new homes over the next decade to meet demand. What will it take to solve Ontario's housing crisis? Mike Moffat, the Founding Director of PLACE Centre at the Smart Prosperity Institute; Lisa Helps, the Executive Lead of BC Builds; Neil Rodgers, Strategic Advi…

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Think Tank with Chloe Brown & Steve Paikin 25:45

3h ago25:45

25:45

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 - Steeper fines for Toronto drivers caught blocking the box: 'You're going to pay', 2 - First girl sentenced in swarming death avoids more jail time, 3 - Trudeau returns to Parliam…

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THINK TANK with Ana Bailao & Anthony Furey 24:20

5h ago24:20

24:20

Greg Brady and the panel of: Ana Bailao, former Toronto city councillor, deputy mayor, housing expert, Anthony Furey, columnist, 640 Toronto Contributor, city council candidate for Don Valley West Discuss: 1- The bill that some say forced loved ones into long-term care homes far from where they originally lived - gets its day in court today…Bill 7 …

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SEPTEMBER 24: A former Premier calls a Toronto by-election candidate a "biggot" & more concern of the TDSB "Field Trip" 27:51

5h ago27:51

27:51

Greg Brady focuses in on a Toronto city council by-election that got a lot more interesting…and inflammatory when former Premier of Ontario Kathleen Wynne, called one of the leading candidates to win the seat in Don Valley West…a bigot. That candidate is 640 contributor Anthony Furey and he joins us to react to these accusations. Next, former Premi…

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Taste of Abby: Loren Taves Has Aaron Try Pumpkin Cider! 34:07

1h ago34:07

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In this episode of Taste of Abby, Aaron sits down with Loren Taves from Taves Family Farm to explore his family's rich farming legacy, his transition from engineering to full-time farming, and their commitment to giving guests lifelong memories through innovative sustainability practices, agritourism, and unique experiences like cider tastings and …

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The Tories keep hold of the Bay of Quinte 36:38

3h ago36:38

36:38

The Ontario PC Party has won the riding of Bay of Quinte, replacing former education minister Todd Smith. Steve Paikin and John Michael McGrath dig into how this may affect a possible spring election. The Government of Ontario has released its public accounts, which show that revenues are up and the deficit is down, but the debt just got bigger. An…

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THINK TANK with Eric Lombardi, Ben Mulroney & Harrison Lowman 22:44

8h ago22:44

22:44

Greg Brady and the panel of: Harrison Lowman, Managing Editor, The Hub Ben Mulroney, 640 Toronto Contributor Eric Lombardi, Founder of More Neighbours Toronto Discuss: 1 -Bike Lanes/Province stepping in? 2 - TDSB fallout and "apology" 3 - Ontario Liberal Party Annual Meeting this weekend Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoice…

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SEPTEMBER 20: Fallout from the TDSB “field trip” to a Grassy Norrows Indigenous event, Concussion research.& Bonnie Crombie, Leader of the Ontario Liberal Party 28:14

8h ago28:14

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Greg Brady focuses in on the fallout from our story yesterday about a TDSB “field trip” to a Grassy Norrows Indigenous event and were seen participating in a Pro-Palestine rally. Parents feel misled and demand answers and we talked to Bryan Passifiume, Ottawa-based columnist/Toronto Sun who was also looking for some kind of explanation from the TDS…

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Taste of Abby: Mama Maan Surprises Aaron with Her Signature Spicy Hot Sauce 34:01

1h ago34:01

34:01

Aaron speaks with Mama Maan from Maan Farms about her family's journey from India to Canada, their passion for providing unforgettable food and farming experiences, and how they've blended tradition and innovation to create a thriving business in the Fraser Valley. Send us a text Support the show www.biggerthanmepodcast.com…

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Can Music Help Us Heal? 28:36

37m ago28:36

28:36

Daniel Levitin is fascinated by the effect of music on the brain, and he has written another book exploring that connection. It's called "I Heard There was a Secret Chord: Music As Medicine," and he joins Steve Paikin to discuss how we can harness music to help us heal. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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THINK TANK with Caryma Sa’d, Kevin Vuong & Nokha Dakroub 24:52

4h ago24:52

24:52

Greg Brady and the panel of: Nokha Dakroub, former peel district school board trustee, Caryma Sa’d, lawyer, protest watcher, Kevin Vuong, Independent M-P for Spadina - Fort York, Discuss: 1 - Almost a certainty there won’t be an early federal election…..the Bloc Quebecois party confirmed it won’t vote with the Poilievre Conservatives in a non-confi…

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SEPTEMBER 19: Safe Supply, School “field trip” to the Grassy Narrows protest & Indigenous remains found a work site. 26:55

5h ago26:55

26:55

Greg Brady focuses in on a new documentary by friend of the show, Adam Zivo - Director of the Centre for Responsible Drug Policy & columnist for National Post. He spoke to us from Ukraine about his documentary. Next, is Melissa - a Parent at TDSB school where the kids were taken on a “field trip” to the Grassy Narrows protest. That’s against protoc…

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Will Robots Take Over the Farm? 13:03

10h ago13:03

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Uncertainty about the future availability of labour and pesticides are among the reasons some Ontario farms are introducing robots into their operations. A look at the autonomous machines that are starting to appear in Ontario fields and the people who are help driving their adoption, on tonight's The Agenda. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy…

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Cannabis in Canada: What's Changed Since Legalization? 24:20

10h ago24:20

24:20

Nearly six years after cannabis was legalized by the federal government, issues remain with how pot is regulated in Canada. The Agenda explores several facets of legalization, including whether consumers have enough information about the harms and benefits of cannabis, gaps that still exist with respect to pardons and why cannabis-related health re…

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Is the Future Still Bright for Ontario's Cannabis Industry? 18:13

10h ago18:13

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Activist, lobbyist and entrepreneur Abi Roach has been involved in the cannabis business in Ontario one way or another since 2001. Tonight on The Agenda, she discusses the evolution of province's cannabis strategy, changing attitudes toward the substance and why she thinks the future remains bright for the sector. See omnystudio.com/listener for pr…

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THINK TANK with Kim Wright, Mark Saunders & Brad Bradford 25:27

5h ago25:27

25:27

Greg Brady and the panel of: Kim Wright, Founder and Principal of Wright Strategies , Brad Bradford, Toronto city councillor for Beaches - East York Mark Saunders, former Toronto police chief, mayoral candidate Discuss: 1-Who won the debate tonight? Harris beats Trump 2 -Taylor Swift endorses Kamala Harris after presidential debate 3 - City of Toro…

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SEPTEMBER 18: Jagmeet Singh’s confrontation with a heckler on Parliament Hill & U.S. to cut interest rates for the first time since the Pandemic. 27:48

5h ago27:48

27:48

Greg Brady focuses in on Jagmeet Singh’s confrontation with a heckler on Parliament Hill. A lot of people were taking side if Mr. Singh was in the right or in the wrong for his decision to confront the heckler. You can see the video on our Tik Tok account but right now we heard from you what you had to say. Next, is Kate Harrison, Vice-Chair Summa …

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171. Sonia Furstenau: What is the BC Green Party Platform? 1:25:34

3h ago1:25:34

1:25:34

Aaron Pete speaks with BC Green Party Leader Sonia Furstenau to discuss key issues shaping British Columbia's future. Together, they explore the BC Green Party's platform, tackling urgent matters like climate change, healthcare, housing, the cost of living crisis and Indigenous reconciliation. Send us a text Support the show www.biggerthanmepodcast…

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A Kiwi in the White House 20:49

3h ago20:49

20:49

Christopher Liddell has had a front row seat to the circus that is U.S. politics. He was White House deputy chief of staff during Donald Trump's presidency, and was involved in three presidential transition cycles, including Donald Trump to Joe Biden. He joins us to talk about his new book about presidential transitions, called "Year Zero: The Five…

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Transforming Discarded Iron Into Meaningful Works of Art 4:49

2h ago4:49

4:49

On June 8th, 2024, the Canadian Society of Creative Iron Arts hosted an iron pour at the Hamilton Museum of Steam and Technology. The event was open to the public, with scratch blocks available for purchase. Attendees carved their own molds to be filled with molten iron, which once cooled could be taken home as a souvenir. See omnystudio.com/listen…

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SEPTEMBER 17: Blocking the box & RCMP feared they lacked the evidence to keep ISIS supporter in custody 23:19

3d ago23:19

23:19

Greg Brady focuses in on blocking the box.. and the city’s move to up the fines for those drivers who block intersections.. What will enforcement look like? We ask Jennifer McKelvie, Deputy Mayor, City Councillor and chair of the city’s infrastructure and environment committee. Next, is lawyer and former council candidate April Engelberg – we get A…

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Race to elect new President of Toronto Police Association gets underway 10:29

1h ago10:29

10:29

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/adchoicesBy Corus Radio

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Toronto increases fine for drivers who block the intersection 12:37

2h ago12:37

12:37

Greg (@GregBradyTO) speaks with Jennifer McKelvie, Deputy Mayor, City Councillor for Scarborough - Rouge Park and chair of the city’s infrastructure and environment committee, about the city upping the fines for drivers who block intersections. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Human Pain for Infrastructure Gain? 28:52

1h ago28:52

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Are the infrastructure projects in some Ontario cities worth the pain homeowners, businesses, and commuters are feeling? Ontario is steadily growing but its major roads and bridges need repair and new transit is sorely overdue. What is the cost to Ontarians and will the benefits outweigh years of inconvenience? For insight, we welcome: urban affair…

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The Fight to Enshrine Disability Rights 26:11

1h ago26:11

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David Lepofsky joins The Agenda to talk about his own journey with disability and his work "Swimming Up Niagara Falls!" about the fight to include disability rights in the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By TVO | Steve Paikin

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Does Toronto Police Services have a retention issue? 9:47

1h ago9:47

9:47

Greg (@GregBradyTO) speaks with Jon Reid, President of the Toronto Police Association (TPA) and Hank Idsinga, 640 Toronto's crime specialist and former police inspector, about officer retention and transfer issues.. as well, the latest on labour negotiations between the TPA and Toronto Police Services Board. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit …

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THINK TANK with Ana Bailao, Anthony Furey, & Ryan Painter 26:35

2h ago26:35

26:35

Greg Brady and the panel of: Ana Bailao, former Toronto city councillor, deputy mayor, housing expert, Anthony Furey, columnist, 640 Toronto Contributor, city council candidate for Don Valley West, Ryan Painter, freelance columnist, consultant, public speaker, and the author of the political newsletter Painter's Political Pulse on SubStack. Discuss…

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SEPTEMBER 16: Second assassination attempt of former President Donald Trump & Air Canada pilots strike averted 21:33

2h ago21:33

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Greg Brady focuses in on the second assassination attempt of former President Donald Trump.. we run through the timeline and who the alleged suspect is.. Next, CBS News Crime and Public Safety Beat leader Anna Schecter, brings us the latest on the investigation into the attempted assassination of Donald Trump. What can we expect from Washington tod…

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Air Canada pilots had leverage in this deal reached with union 6:25

7d ago6:25

6:25

Greg (@GregBradyTO) speaks with Duncan Dee, Former Air Canada Chief Operating Officer, about Air Canada said that a new tentative, four-year agreement reached with the Air Line Pilots Association (ALPA) will be put to a ratification vote, which is expected to be completed over the next month. News of the preliminary deal came shortly after midnight…

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Air Canada pilot strike averted as tentative deal reached with union 9:04

3d ago9:04

9:04

Greg (@GregBradyTO) speaks with Dr. Eric Kam, Economics Professor at Toronto Metropolitan University, about Air Canada and the union representing more than 5,200 pilots reaching a last-minute tentative deal in their labour dispute, averting a strike that could have disrupted travel plans for thousands of passengers. How much of a pay increase did t…

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THINK TANK with Eric Lombardi, Ben Mulroney & Taylor Deasley 25:16

1h ago25:16

25:16

Greg Brady and the panel of: Taylor Deasley, strategic communications expert with Enterprise Canada Ben Mulroney, 640 Toronto Contributor Eric Lombardi, Founder of More Neighbours Toronto Discuss: 1 -A Toronto ferry hit the area of Billy Bishop airport's runway. The city didn't tell the airport authority 2 - Rogers, TTC pull the plug on free Wi-Fi …

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SEPTEMBER 13: TTC & Rogers pulling the plug on free WIFI on subway platforms, New Minister of Colleges and Universities & Jagmeet Singh opposing the Liberals carbon pricing 25:37

1h ago25:37

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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 T…

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A byelection spending spree in Prince Edward County 30:20

10d ago30:20

30:20

The Government of Ontario is spending millions on upgrading the water infrastructure in Prince Edward County — ahead of a by-election next week. Coincidence? Steve Paikin and John Michael McGrath discuss. Doug Ford believes Jagmeet Singh won't trigger an early election at the federal level due to his pension. The NDP leader fires back telling the P…

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Don Valley West Byelection: Why a former premier is backing this candidate 13:41

4d ago13:41

13:41

Greg (@GregBradyTO) speaks with Rachel Chernos Lin, Council Candidate for Don Valley West and TDSB Trustee, ahead of the November 4th byelection. What's Rachel hearing from constituents and who has she locked in to help her win the council seat. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Screenings of 'Russians at War' at TIFF paused following safety concerns, protests 6:34

4h ago6:34

6:34

Greg (@GregBradyTO) speaks with Laryssa Waler, Founder of Henley Strategies and member of the Ukrainian community, about The Toronto International Film Festival pausing screenings of a controversial documentary depicting Russian soldiers in Ukraine. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Our community has the numbers to decide who wins 7:59

4h ago7:59

7:59

Greg (@GregBradyTO) speaks with Wardah Shaikh, Programs Manager for The Canadian-Muslim Vote, about the upcoming byelection in LaSalle-Émard-Verdun in Quebec, and what party the Muslim community is rallying behind at the polls - and why. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Corus Radio

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TTC ending free public Wi-Fi service in subway stations at end of the year 9:38

4h ago9:38

9:38

Greg (@GregBradyTO) speaks with Shelagh Pizey-Allen, executive director of TTC Riders, a public transit advocacy group, about the TTC ending free public Wi-Fi at its subway stations at the end of the year, citing a steep drop in rider usage along with reliability, security and cost concerns. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adch…

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Why Can't Students Find Housing? 12:26

1d ago12:26

12:26

A new report by Desjardins Economic Studies finds that not enough housing is being built for students. The Agenda interviews the co-author of the report to look at what's behind this housing shortage. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By TVO | Steve Paikin

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