- What we know about monkeypox so far
Wednesday, May 25th 2022
Guest: May Warren, reporter for the Toronto Star
As of Wednesday, the Public Health Agency of Canada says there are 15 confirmed cases of monkeypox in Quebec, and health officials are investigating more, including four in Toronto. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), there are about 90 confirmed cases in 12 countries, including Canada. What’s going on? Is it time to worry or are we just hyper anxious since COVID took over our lives? We might not have all the answers yet, but we spoke to Star reporter May Warren to find out what we do know about monkeypox so far.
This episode was produced by Saba Eitizaz, Alexis Green and Matthew Hearn.
- The Price is Wrong: Grocery store inflation and what you can do about it
Tuesday, May 24th 2022
Guests: Sylvain Charlebois is a Canadian researcher and professor in food distribution and food policy at Dalhousie University.
A recent Angus Reid poll showed that almost half of Canadians are finding it difficult to feed their families due to rocketing inflation of food prices at the grocery store. In April, food prices rose on average of 9.7 percent, the highest jump in over 30 years. Experts say Canadians might need to prepare for a while for these type of prices for a while, as relief is not coming quickly.
Raju Mudhar is a co-host and producer on the Star’s podcast team.
- Introducing ‘Death in a Small Town,’ a podcast hosted by Kevin Donovan
Monday, May 23rd 2022
This Matters would like to let you know about another Toronto Star podcast, ‘Death in a Small Town,’ hosted by Kevin Donovan. We are broadcasting episode 1, Just Another Day. Episode 2 is available at thestar.com/deathinasmalltownpodcast or wherever you listen to your podcasts.
Episode 1: Just Another Day
Roll out of bed, get the kids to school, then off to work. Just before noon, disaster. A mysterious injury to young Nathaniel McLellan puzzles doctors at two hospitals and sparks what would become a six-year police investigation.Episode 2: Suspicion is available at thestar.com/deathinasmalltownpodcast or wherever you listen to your podcasts.
- Grand Theft Auto GTA: Carjackings and auto thefts soar
Friday, May 20th 2022
Auto thefts are soaring in the GTA, which is now punctuated by a carjacking spree that saw several incidents in the past week, including one involving Toronto Maple Leafs star Mitch Marner. There have already been more carjackings in Toronto in 2022 than in all of the previous year, and police warn that some of these are turning violent. By looking at the data, we look at where it’s happening across the city and talk about what you should do if it happens and some potential tips to secure your vehicle.
This episode was produced by Alexis Green, Matt Hearn and Raju Mudhar.
Audio sources: CTV News and CityNews
- Food fight: The Michelin Guide is coming to Toronto
Thursday, May 19th 2022
Guest: Karon Liu, Food writer at The Star.
The Michelin Guide to restaurants is coming to Toronto. This dining guide is known around the world for its three star rating system which highlights some of the best restaurants in the world. That said, it also has its critics as many believe it caters to higher end restaurants and there have been unintended consequences with many establishments after the ratings have come out. Will it accurately represent Toronto’s food culture? Or bring irrevocable change
