Best Lrt Podcasts (2025)

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Businesses in Little Jamaica fear they won't survive the construction of the Eglinton Crosstown LRT 18:14

4d ago18:14

18:14

As the Eglinton Crosstown opening continues to be delayed, located in thick of construction is the neighbourhood of Little Jamaica. Guest host Stephanie Skenderis speaks to Diana Lalor with the Little Jamaica BIA. Plus, the Toronto artist highlighting the beauty of pigeons.

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The future of Old City Hall and the surprising economy of worms 19:20

12d ago19:20

19:20

Take a step through history at Old City Hall. While the City considers what to do with one of Toronto's architectural jewels, they've reopened it for public visits and weddings. Our reporter Haydn Watters takes a tour and we hear from the first couple to be married there in about 35 years. Plus, worms! Southern Ontario is the worm capital of North …

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Can HRifying your relationships really keep them running? 13:33

12d ago13:33

13:33

The demands of modern life can be demanding. Kim De Laat is an assistant professor of organization and human behaviour at the University of Waterloo. She explains why people are turning to workplace apps and practices to manage their personal lives. Plus, Haydn Watters hangs out with the Boys and Girls Club West Scarborough to hear about their visi…

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Fascist Fight Clubs in Hamilton and Niagara 7:51

1M ago7:51

7:51

The CBC's Eric Szeto speaks to David about his investigation into fascist fight clubs operating in Hamilton and Niagara region.

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How A.I. is making waves in the music industry in the GTA and beyond 12:06

1M ago12:06

12:06

They're a trending. They've got millions of streams. And they don't actually exist. Guest host Stephanie Skenderis explores the A.I. generated music group Velvet Sundown is changing the music industry. She speaks with U of T's Ely Lyonbloom and Toronto musician Skye Wallace about it.

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It's all a bunch of sludge: The tactic used by big companies to keep you from cancelling subscriptions 14:16

2M ago14:16

14:16

Guest host Jill Dempsey speaks with Managing Director of the Canadian SHIELD Institute Vass Bednar about the growing problem of sludge. Plus, producer Shyloe Fagan hits the streets to hear sludge stories from Torontonians.

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Doug Ford unveils his vision for Ontario Place 39:15

2M ago39:15

39:15

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 s…

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David's Pick: The Grade 5 class behind Niagara Fall's first-ever inclusive car show 7:23

2M ago7:23

7:23

Cameron Collins is 12-years-old and loves cars. David spoke to him about how his love of cars inspired his classmates to put on an inclusive car show to raise awareness around autism.

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The Zamboni-like robot roaming Ontario's shores this summer 13:43

2M ago13:43

13:43

It's name is BeBot and it's cleaning up Ontario's beaches this summer. David speaks with Melissa Young, CEO of Pollution Probe about it. Plus, Environmental Defence's Karen Wirsig speaks to David about the province's proposal to pull back on some of its recycling program.

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Project Ontario, Greenbelt Code Words, and the Eglinton LRT 46:48

2M ago46:48

46:48

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 Commissione…

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David's Pick: Puking, squawking and pooping all over the place. Why the Cormorant is Toronto's most divisive bird 8:43

2M ago8:43

8:43

Depending who you ask, they are either ruining the ecosystem or restoring it. David speaks to Ontario Nature's Andres Jimenez Monge about Cormorants.

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How a new wellness centre at St. Mike's Hospital hopes to build trust with Toronto's Indigenous people 14:55

2M ago14:55

14:55

Roberta Pike is the director of Indigenous Wellness at Unity Health Toronto. She tells David about a new wellness centre at St. Mike's that is hoping to help mend the relationship between the healthcare system and Indigenous people in Toronto. Plus, why Marsha Shandur is encouraging people in the city to tap into the childhood joy of parachutes.…

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The Hound - Supercut Edition 2:00:36

2M ago2:00:36

2:00:36

Now in one glorious two-hour track! Embark on a thrilling adventure with Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson in this gripping adaptation of The Hound of the Baskervilles. When whispers of a monstrous hound haunting the moors reach the great detective, Holmes sends Watson to the remote Baskerville estate to investigate a centuries-old curse that seems to…

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Doug Ford and Queen's Park break for summer 34:04

2M ago34:04

34:04

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 pro…

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David's Pick: What a Toronto man learned after hitting a pedestrian with his car 8:05

2M ago8:05

8:05

It was a normal coffee run -- until Michael Taylor heard the crunch. He reflects with David on the moment he hit a priest with his car and how it changed how he drives.

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The landlord offering private healthcare as a perk to its tenants 15:12

2M ago15:12

15:12

Colleen Krempulec is a managing partner with Hazelview Properties. She tells David why the company is offering private health care as an incentive to its tenants. Plus, David speaks to Vivian Stamatopoulos, a long-term care advocate, about a bill recently introduced by the province that would remove inspection reports from the public record after t…

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What happens next with Bill 5? 41:21

2M ago41:21

41:21

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 …

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David's Pick: On tyranny, freedom and empathy with renowned U of T scholar Timothy Snyder 23:05

2M ago23:05

23:05

Renowned scholar Timothy Snyder talks to David about the impact of Donald Trump's populism and what is needed to forge a future beyond the removal of oppression.

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Royson James receives the Order of Ontario for his work at the Toronto Star 17:49

2M ago17:49

17:49

Royson James covered the city for 35 years as a journalist with the Toronto Star. Now, he's been honoured with the Order of Ontario for his work. He talks to David about how the industry has changed.

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The King's speech, controversy with Bill 5, and #onpoli live 43:59

3M ago43:59

43:59

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 Ac…

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David's Pick: What Stephen Toope thinks about the brain drain, academic freedom and Donald Trump's fight with Harvard 11:34

3M ago11:34

11:34

Stephen Toope is the former vice-chancellor of Cambridge University and current CEO of the Canadian Institute for Advanced Research. He speaks to David about Donald Trump's feud with America's oldest and wealthiest school: Harvard University.

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The American fugitive living as a self-styled psychic and trivia host in Toronto 15:29

3M ago15:29

15:29

CBC Senior Reporter Thomas Daigle tells us about the fascinating story of a Florida fugitive who was found living in Toronto -- after decades spent on the run from manslaughter charges. Plus, the touchless high tech farm in King City that may have a solution for our reliance on foreign food produce like lettuce.…

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Tea at 221B 29:53

3M ago29:53

29:53

In this episode of "Tea at 221B," host Craig Hart explores the world of audio dramas, focusing on their acclaimed Sherlock Holmes series. The guest, RJ Bayley, the voice actor for Sherlock Holmes, shares insights into his approach to portraying the iconic detective. RJ discusses the challenge of stepping into such a well-known role, drawing inspira…

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Should the province get tougher on drunk drivers? 43:25

3M ago43:25

43:25

A 19-year-old man is facing impaired driving charges after a crash that killed three children. The incident has some wondering if the province needs to implement even tougher rules for driving under the influence. Steve Paikin and John Michael McGrath weigh on what's happened and what's been done. Municipalities across Ontario are installing speed …

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Ontario's 2025 trade war budget 25:16

3M ago25:16

25:16

Ontario has delivered its budget for 2025 during an uncertain time for the Canadian economy. Steve Paikin, John Michael McGrath, and Jessica Smith Cross discuss the ins and outs of the budget. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By TVO

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David's Pick: Does the GTA need to rethink how condo projects get financed? This developer thinks so. 9:12

3M ago9:12

9:12

Pouyan Safapour is president of Devron Developments. He speaks to David about what he thinks Canada is getting wrong about condos and why we should be ditching the pre-sale model.

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'Recession indicators' are everywhere on social media. But do they accurately reflect our economic situation? 11:08

3M ago11:08

11:08

Moshe Lander is a professor of economics at Concordia University. He unpacks the online anxiety around 'recession indicators.' Plus, our producer Alina Snisarenko took to the streets to hear what Torontonians had to say about it.

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The Hound, Part 4 21:58

3M ago21:58

21:58

In the fourth and final installment of The Hound, the mystery comes to a head as terror leaps from the moor and the villain is unmasked! The cast for Part 4 includes: RJ Bayley (Sherlock Holmes), A.W. Miller (Dr. Watson), Jason Markiewitz (Lestrade), Craig Hart (Sir Henry), Stephanie Németh-Parker (Laura Lyons), Kera O'Bryon (Beryl), and Bethany Ba…

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Doug Ford's letter, pre-budget announcements, Ontario Liberals denied 46:45

3M ago46:45

46:45

Ontario Premier Doug Ford has sent a letter to Prime Minister Mark Carney outlining what projects he believes are in Ontario's best economic interest. Steve Paikin and John Michael McGrath discuss how the relationship between the two levels of government is unfolding. Ontario's budget is being delivered on May 15th, but, unlike in the past, announc…

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David's Pick: The Markham pharmacist behind one of the world's most notorious deepfake porn sites 8:03

3M ago8:03

8:03

Senior Reporter Eric Szeto spoke to David about the CBC's exclusive investigation into one of the figures behind Mr. Deepfake -- one of the most visited porn sites on the internet.

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What does your phone number say about you? 10:10

3M ago10:10

10:10

There's a new area code in the GTA. David speaks to Laura Cavanaugh, a professor of psychology and behavioral sciences at Seneca Polytechnic, about it. Plus, our producer Shyloe Fagan hits the streets to hear what area codes mean to Torontonians.

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Doug Ford explodes at Ontario's judges 42:07

4M ago42:07

42:07

Ontario Premier Doug Ford launched into a tirade against Ontario's judges during a press conference about strengthening the province's bail system. Steve Paikin and John Michael McGrath discuss how we got to the point where the premier says we need to elect judges. The Financial Accountability Office of Ontario has dire news on the impact of Donald…

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As Premier Doug Ford calls for elected judges, is the move being supported by Ontario's law community? 15:47

4M ago15:47

15:47

Adam Weisberg, Vice President of the Criminal Lawyers Association of Ontario, responds to Ontario Premier Doug Ford's comments around judges being too "lenient" toward repeat offenders. Also on the podcast: an exhibit celebrating vintage Toronto postcards.

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Does strategic voting have a harmful impact on democracy? 22:59

4M ago22:59

22:59

Dennis Pilon, chair of the Department of Politics at York University, says results of the recent federal election calls for the need for electoral reform. Also on the program, former NDP senior staffer and strategist Jordan Leichnitz on what went wrong with the party during the federal election.

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Mark Carney wins, Pierre Poilievre loses his seat, Jagmeet Singh resigns 36:37

4M ago36:37

36:37

It was by a narrow margin that Liberal leader Mark Carney declared victory last night to become Canada's 24th prime minister. Steve Paikin and John Michael McGrath break down the race as it unfolded and the role Ontario's voters played. Steve's column: https://www.tvo.org/article/analysis-they-left-queens-park-for-ottawa-did-voters-follow JMM's col…

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In the 2025 federal election, were there any real winners? 10:23

4M ago10:23

10:23

Mark Carney delivered a rare fourth term in power for the Liberal Party on Monday night. But the race was considerably tighter than initially expected. The CBC's Catherine Cullen offers insight into what's next for the Federal parties, on the morning after election night.

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The Hound, Part 3 26:05

4M ago26:05

26:05

Embark on a thrilling adventure with Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson in this gripping adaptation of The Hound of the Baskervilles. In Part 3 of The Hound, the mystery deepens as a life is lost upon the moor and Watson makes a startling discovery. The Hound was adapted by Craig Hart from the classic story by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. The cast for Part …

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A GTA mother speaks out after Uber drove away with her 5-year-old in the back seat 9:05

4M ago9:05

9:05

After a terrifying incident involving an Uber ride and her young daughter, a GTA woman says Uber customer support refused to contact the driver involved. Police told CBC Toronto they tracked down the driver with no help from the ride-share company.

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It's been five years since the army was called into Ontario's long-term care homes. What have we learned? 17:08

4M ago17:08

17:08

Five years ago today, Canadian soldiers were urgently deployed in some of the GTA's hardest hit long-term care homes. Places, like Orchard Villa in Pickering. David speaks to Fred Cramer, whose mother died at that facility. And reflects on the anniversary with Samir Sinha, a Geriatrician with Sinai Health and University Health Network.…

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Ontario puts school boards on notice 32:47

4M ago32:47

32:47

Minister of Education Paul Calandra is sending investigators to several school boards in Ontario to probe their finances, and, in one case, is recommending the ministry take control. Steve Paikin and John Michael McGrath discuss how this happened. Could Donald Trump's trade threats lead to an improved interprovincial electrical transmission system?…

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