Episodes

The Globe and Mail's resident 'Architourist' Dave LeBlanc takes you on a captivating tour of the GTA, where you'll discover the history behind the last remaining Joy Oil gas station on the Lakeshore. Toronto's "war homes", the fascinating neon signs like Sam's, Honest Ed's and the El Mocambo, and more in his book 'Hidden Toronto. Secret Places and Forgotten Gems of Toronto and the GTA'. Brought to you by @TomsPlaceTO. Website: https://www.tedwoloshyn.ca Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ted.wo...

Robert Fogle is a Canadian Jazz Awards-nominated broadcaster who spent 27 years hosting the acclaimed program Some Experiences in Jazz. Throughout his career, he interviewed true titans of the genre, from Duke Ellington and Oscar Peterson to Dave Brubeck and Moe Koffman. Fogle is also an avid collector, possessing the world's largest collection of Frank Sinatra memorabilia. He chronicles his extraordinary life and career in his memoir, My 8 Decade Musical Journey.` Brought to you by @TomsPlaceTO...

This week, join one of Canada’s most respected sportscasters, Rod Black, as he shares unforgettable stories from his book, Cut to Black. From his early days as a young kid doing impressions on Winnipeg radio to building lasting friendships with sports legends like Joe Carter and Charles Barkley, Rod has seen it all. He takes us behind the scenes of broadcasting live on Canada AM during the tragic events of 9/11, and shares the deeply personal, proud moment of calling his own son’s Major League B...

This week, we feature the multi-talented Lou Pomanti— accomplished keyboardist, composer, producer, musical director, and Gemini Award-winning arranger. Lou’s formal training spans classical piano at The Royal Conservatory of Music to the highly acclaimed jazz program at Humber College. Throughout his illustrious career, he has toured with Blood, Sweat & Tears and performed alongside icons like Gordon Lightfoot, Triumph, and Leonard Cohen. Currently, Lou serves as the musical director for Marc J...

This week Peter Foldy talks about his work as a playwright, screenwriter, producer and award winning musician. He shares stories of his family escaping the communist regime in Hungary, to his work as a teen actor in Sydney Australia where he befriended the Gibb Brothers before they became The Bee Gees, to his move to Toronto where he studied film and recorded the hit single Bondi Junction. Brought to you by @TomsPlaceTO. Website: https://www.tedwoloshyn.ca Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ted...

When asked what stereotypes of Canadians they have most seen on U.S. TV, 71.4% of Canadians said the "funny accent". You know words like "eh" and "aboot". They also think we're perceived as being "dull and apologetic" Well, so sorry for that. This week a survey commissioned by the Writers Guild of Canada tells us what we think, they think, about us. So put down your hockey stick, grab some maple syrup and enjoy the President of the WGC, Bruce Smith, with more great insights. Brought to you b...

This week we examine some of our most overwhelming global issues such as migration, crime, climate change and war, through the eyes of 5 incredible women. Midwives, from Mexico, Columbia, Afghanistan, Nigeria and Canada. Director/co-producer/co-writer Nance Ackerman and producer Sergeo Kirby share stories of the resilient and dedicated midwives they witnessed during their 8-year project. Brought to you by @TomsPlaceTO. Website: https://www.tedwoloshyn.ca Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ted....

Shocked at the cost of seeing a sports event or concert? Glen Pye, the founder of Glory Days Collectibles and tickets says the surge in prices for sports and concert experiences is driven by a shift in how professional leagues and artists view their "product". Brought to you by @TomsPlaceTO. Website: https://www.tedwoloshyn.ca Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ted.woloshyn.7 Twitter: https://twitter.com/TedWoloshyn Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ted-woloshyn-92971729/ Produced by GBS M...

This week, we’re joined by Glen Pye, the mastermind behind Glory Days—Canada’s premier destination for authentic collectibles. Whether you’re hunting for a game-worn Blue Jays jersey, chasing a rare Mother Teresa signature, or need a definitive verdict on whether your prized Mickey Mantle baseball is the real deal or a clever fake, Glen is the ultimate authority. Join us as we explore the stories, the scouting, and the staggering value behind the items we treasure. Brought to you by @TomsPlaceTO...

This week's guest is John Arnone, author of the fascinating new book, Canada, Canadians and The Beatles. From an OPP Sergeant named Pepper to the Hamilton woman who first introduced the band to LSD via a sugar cube. Plus, the incredible story of a Cree grandmother who likely inspired the iconic song 'Imagine.' Brought to you by @TomsPlaceTO. Website: https://www.tedwoloshyn.ca Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ted.woloshyn.7 Twitter: https://twitter.com/TedWoloshyn Linkedin: https://www.linked...

For over 30 years, Joe Tilley was a staple of CTV Toronto, known for his signature style of sportscasting. Off-camera, his grit was even more evident: he claimed a Golden Gloves Championship and a Canadian Championship bronze medal while simultaneously battling alcoholism. Now more than three decades into his own recovery, Joe dedicates his life to helping others overcome addiction as a counsellor, speaker, and co-host of the podcast Recovery Comes Alive. Brought to you by @TomsPlaceTO. Website...

Award winning comedian, actor, author, screenwriter and member of Corky and The Juice Pigs, Sean Cullen talks about The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, His Dora Mavor Award for 'The Producers', playing Rudyard Kipling on 'Murdoch Mysteries' and his role in the touring tribute to Stompin' Tom Connors; "Canada Is Not For Sale." Brought to you by @TomsPlaceTO. Website: https://www.tedwoloshyn.ca Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ted.woloshyn.7 Twitter: https://twitter.com/TedWoloshyn Linkedin: https:...

Highly acclaimed radio and TV broadcaster , sports historian, author, and co-anchor of the tremendously successful television show Sportsline; Mark Hebscher talks about his latest book "Madness - The Rise and Ruin of Sports Media." Brought to you by @TomsPlaceTO. Website: https://www.tedwoloshyn.ca Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ted.woloshyn.7 Twitter: https://twitter.com/TedWoloshyn Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ted-woloshyn-92971729/ Produced by GBS Media Hosted on Acast. See aca...

Award winning comedian, actress, author, and lover of animals, Carla Collins talks about her early years, on the radio, The Weather Network, CTV's Entertainment Now, her work as an author , stand up specials and her fascinating Chuckle and Chill presentation, as she prepares for her Ontario tour. Brought to you by @TomsPlaceTO. Website: https://www.tedwoloshyn.ca Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ted.woloshyn.7 Twitter: https://twitter.com/TedWoloshyn Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ted-...

2026 marks the 90th anniversary of the birth of one of Canada's most prolific and patriotic singer/songwriters, Stompin' Tom Connors. Duncan Fremlin; author and frontman for Tom's band Whiskey Jack, lays out plans for a tribute tour and birthday celebrations. Brought to you by @TomsPlaceTO. Website: https://www.tedwoloshyn.ca Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ted.woloshyn.7 Twitter: https://twitter.com/TedWoloshyn Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ted-woloshyn-92971729/ Produced by GBS M...

Music journalist, radio/podcast host, and celebrated author Aaron Badgley; whose book 'Dark Horse Records' sits in preservation at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, talks about his latest offering, 'Ringo Starr - Solo Career. Got to Pay Your Dues" Brought to you by @TomsPlaceTO. Website: https://www.tedwoloshyn.ca Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ted.woloshyn.7 Twitter: https://twitter.com/TedWoloshyn Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ted-woloshyn-92971729/ Produced by GBS Media Hosted on Ac...

Once called 'The Most Controversial Thing On Radio', David Marsden was the driving force behind 'The Spirit of Radio- CFNY.' 'Mars Bar', shares his thoughts on being inducted into the Rock 'n Roll Hall of Fame, Dave Mickie, the beginning of CFNY, and his current passion, NY The Spirit .com. Brought to you by @TomsPlaceTO. Website: https://www.tedwoloshyn.ca Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ted.woloshyn.7 Twitter: https://twitter.com/TedWoloshyn Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ted-wolo...

Of all the great entertainers Canada has has produced, few, if any, were more beloved than John Candy. He was funny, kind, loving and generous, but he was also a troubled man. In his book "John Candy - A Life in Comedy," author Paul Myers takes us from John's early days with SCTV , to his iconic 'Planes, Trains and Automobiles and his first solo box office hit, 'Uncle Buck'. Brought to you by @TomsPlaceTO. Website: https://www.tedwoloshyn.ca Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ted.woloshyn.7 ...

Host of the award winning radio show/podcast, Under The Influence, Terry O'Reilly is also a member of the Marketing Hall of Fame, and best selling author. His latest book is titled ''Against the Grain. Defiant Giants Who Changed the World" Brought to you by @TomsPlaceTO. Website: https://www.tedwoloshyn.ca Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ted.woloshyn.7 Twitter: https://twitter.com/TedWoloshyn Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ted-woloshyn-92971729/ Produced by GBS Media Hosted on Acast...

Comedian, actor, author, teller of tales and speaker of truth to power, Ron James on his latest special 'The View From Here'; a world out of whack seen from the Canadian side of the fence coming to the Bluma Appel Theatre and livestreaming . www.eventbrite.ca. Brought to you by @TomsPlaceTO. Website: https://www.tedwoloshyn.ca Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ted.woloshyn.7 Twitter: https://twitter.com/TedWoloshyn Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ted-woloshyn-92971729/ Produced by GBS M...

Multi award winning singer-songwriter, author, actor, podcaster, Member of the Order of Canada and Canada's Walk of Fame, Jann Arden talks about her upcoming tour, the role of laughter in caregiving, the Orange Orb south of our border and so much more. Check out Jann Arden's tour dates at https://www.jannarden.com/tour/ Brought to you by @TomsPlaceTO. Website: https://www.tedwoloshyn.ca Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ted.woloshyn.7 Twitter: https://twitter.com/TedWoloshyn Linkedin: https:...

After 48 years of sculpting the sound of some of Toronto's greatest radio stations Wayne Webster is calling it a career. A career in which he worked as Music Director for Q-107, CHUM-FM, Virgin Radio and finally BOOM 97.3. His tremendous accomplishments earned him the prestigious Alan Waters Hall of Fame Award. Brought to you by @TomsPlaceTO and @ETPCanada. Website: https://www.tedwoloshyn.ca Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ted.woloshyn.7 Twitter: https://twitter.com/TedWoloshyn Linkedin:...

This week, a most compelling read titled 'Cracking Up' 'From rising star to junkie despair - an unlikely addicts memoir.' It is the amazing story of Canadian entrepreneur Gordon Lownds; co-founder of both Sleep Country Canada and ListenUP! Canada. Lownds opens up about his descent into a 1,000 day hellish battle with cocaine which included a stripper, an arrest, an overdose and finally the support of friends who helped him on his way to recovery. Brought to you by @TomsPlaceTO and @ETPCanada....

'We Regret To Inform You'. 5 dreaded words heard when applying for a job, and the title of a fascinating podcast hosted by Sidney and Terry O'Reilly. Learn how Jim Carrey, Josh Allen, Monty Python, Mariska Hargitay, and more dealt with rejection and how those rejections inspired them to great success. Brought to you by @TomsPlaceTO and @ETPCanada. Website: https://www.tedwoloshyn.ca Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ted.woloshyn.7 Twitter: https://twitter.com/TedWoloshyn Linkedin: https://www...