- The historical context behind renaming Dundas Street
Friday, May 26th 2023
Guest: Francine Kopun, senior writer
Toronto is in the process of renaming Dundas Street, but some critics think it’s not worth the cost and trouble. Three years after City Hall acted on a petition to change the name due to the actions of its namesake, Henry Dundas, some mayoral candidates are pledging to reopen the debate. Much of it hinges on the role Dundas may have played in delaying the abolition of slavery in the British Empire.
This episode was produced by Alexis Green, Paulo Marques and Raju Mudhar.
Audio sources: BBC, CNN
- Debating Toronto’s future: The race for mayor
Thursday, May 25th 2023
Guest: David Rider, City Hall bureau chief
We are learning a lot more about the candidates running to be mayor of Toronto, particularly the six leading contenders who have floated to the top while 96 others are in the mix somewhere else. Amid a busy week of campaigning that included a handful of debates, here’s what we are learning about their policy positions and what we know our city wants in a mayor post-John Tory.
This episode was produced by Brian Bradley, Paulo Marques and Raju Mudhar.
Audio Sources: Twitter, City News
- Is Olivia Chow’s ‘untouchable’ lead for real?
Wednesday, May 24th 2023
Guests: The Toronto Star All-Star Opinionator Panel, featuring columnists Emma Teitel, Shawn Micallef, Matt Elliott and guest host Edward Keenan
Our political panel talks about the election race as Toronto enters the feverish debate season, and asks what to make of the polls, how a big lead can disappear, whether voters want hope or anger and which candidates are bringing real talk on taxes.
This episode was produced by Ed Keenan and Paulo Marques.
- How will Ontario peel Mississauga, Brampton and Caledon apart?
Tuesday, May 23rd 2023
Guests: Robert Benzie, Queen’s Park bureau chief, and Noor Javed, staff reporter covering the 905
The Ontario government is breaking up Peel Region to make Mississauga, Brampton and Caledon stand-alone municipalities in 2025. The move has had mixed responses but two things are clear: there will be plenty of haggling over resources like shared infrastructure and the “divorce” will change the political landscape in the province.
This episode was produced by Brian Bradley, Paulo Marques and Raju Mudhar.
Audio Sources: CPAC
- Sodium nitrite, self harm and the case people around the world are watching
Friday, May 19th 2023
Guest: Jason Miller, crime and justice reporter
An Ontario man is facing two charges of counselling or aiding suicide and, as details emerge, we have learned authorities in other parts of the world are looking into other specific deaths never before questioned. The case centres around sodium nitrite, a substance widely available that can be used to cure meats but can also be lethal. Here’s what we know so far about the local case that could have international ramifications.
If you are thinking of suicide or know someone who is, there is help. Resources are available online at www.crisisservicescanada.ca or you can connect to the national suicide prevention helpline at 1-833-456-4566, or the Kids Help Phone at 1-800-668-6868.
This episode was produced by Brian Bradley, Paulo Marques and Raju Mudhar.
