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Tap into the stories that the GTA is talking about. Hosted by David Common. If you listen to one Toronto podcast, make it this one. From the team that brings you CBC Radio’s Metro Morning.

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Tap into the stories that the GTA is talking about. Hosted by David Common. If you listen to one Toronto podcast, make it this one. From the team that brings you CBC Radio’s Metro Morning.

113 episodes

#News #Canada #CBC

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

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

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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

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

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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

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

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

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

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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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Why 'please' and 'thank' you might go a long way in the era of artificial intelligence 15:02

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The CBC's Farah Nasser tells us how the Israel-Hamas war may be the defining issue for so me voters. Plus, technology expert Francis Syms explains why every word counts in your conversations with artificial intelligence—for the planet and possibly for the future of humankind.

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Can rubbing a banana peel on your face lead to a more productive day? 13:41

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Extreme morning routines are exploding in popularity on social media. We asked Toronto-based career coach and online content creator Emily Durham for her take on whether they actually lead to productivity. Plus, our producer Alina Snisarenko asked Torontonians if they would participate in the trend.

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The controversial TTC campaign encouraging Torontonians to talk to strangers 14:22

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Guest host Jill Dempsey speaks to Treena Orchard, an anthropologist at Western University about an ad campaign on the TTC encouraging Torontonians to talk to strangers -- and why it doesn't seem to be landing with people in one of Canada's loneliest cities. Plus, AFC Toronto player Sarah Rollins talks to Jill about juggling pro soccer and exams.…

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Did Therme misrepresent itself to secure its controversial 95-year lease at Ontario Place? 13:01

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Matina Stevis-Gridneff is the Canada Bureau Chief for the New York Times. She spoke to us about her investigation into the European firm Therme and how it secured its deal to build a luxury spa at Ontario Place. Plus, the CBC's Farah Nasser sheds light on the growing number of hijacked Facebook groups and how they're being used to influence the way we think.…

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Could cable cars be the future of transit in Oshawa and ... beyond? 13:21

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Mike Deiparine is a senior consultant at SCJ Alliance and he's helping Durham Region pursue the possibility of establishing cable cars a reality. Plus, our business columnist Mark Harrison talks to us about the big money behind the Northern Super League.

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The federal election races reaches its midway point. Political strategists weigh in on what could make or break a campaign 25:16

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Political strategists Jeff Rutletge, Marion Nader and Ashley Csanady share how political leaders are faring on the campaign trail. Plus, Navigator's Jaime Watt explains why the people you surround yourself with matters during an election race.

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As summer approaches, here's why political tensions between Canada and U.S. might change vacation travelers 15:18

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