Toronto Legends: Recent Episodes
Andrew Applebaum
King of NHL ’94 World Championships organizer Darrell Sampson talks about why the GOAT of all hockey video games [from a 16 bit computing world!] still resonates today at its 30th anniversary, that scene in 'Swingers' where Vince Vaughn made Wayne Gretzky’s head bleed and legs spasm [actually NOT from NHL '94 which was fightless/bloodless], Jaromir Jagr being the last player to play in the NHL who also played in the entire 16 bit era of hockey video games, the craziness of holding their inaugural championship tournament at Maple Leaf Real Sports concurrently with Mats Sundin’s statue induction on Legends Row, why he paid 'JR' Jeremy Roenick for a pre-tournament CAMEO greeting, getting actual NHL player love for NHL '94 from Theo Fleury & Teemu Selanne, why an AUSTRALIAN is flying into Toronto just for the tournament, and why [with regards to game glitches/bugs] if it’s in the game then IT’S IN THE GAME! The King of ’94 World Championships take place in Toronto on Sept 23/24...visit http://www.kingof94.ca/home.html for full info! Watch Darrell on TSN’s ‘The GOAT of All Hockey Games!’ at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uoxrGU6kfxs TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum at andrew.applebaum@gmail.com All episodes available at https://www.torontolegends.ca/episodes/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Raising Empowered Athletes author Kirsten Jones talks about her membership in the William & Mary Athletics Hall of Fame alongside Michael ‘Pinball’ Clemons, shares stories from 15 years on the global footwear team at Nike under founder Phil Knight, parses the real from the fictional in Matt Damon/Ben Affleck’s Nike movie AIR, draws lessons from [in]famous athlete/parent combos including Tiger/Earl Woods, Bronny/LeBron James & Lonzo-LiAngelo-LeMelo/LaVar Ball, transferring her experiences as a peak performance & sports parenting coach to writing a book, why sleep/nutrition/hydration are all superpowers, how sports experiences translate into building LIFE skills, the inherent dangers of the professionalization of youth sports, why you must recognize that you only get 18 summers to enjoy with your child, and why the ONLY six words a parent should ever say to their child athlete are I LOVE TO WATCH YOU PLAY! Raising Empowered Athletes: A Youth Sports Parenting Guide for Raising Happy, Brave, and Resilient Kids is available NOW wherever you get your books! For everything Kirsten Jones, please visit www.KirstenJonesInc.com TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum at andrew.applebaum@gmail.com All episodes available 24/7/365 at www.torontolegends.ca/episodes/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Zane Caplansky from Caplansky’s Delicatessen talks about the titans of Jewish Deli [Yitz’s, Centre Street Deli, Pancer's, Shopsy’s, Switzer’s], his origins at the Monarch Tavern [T.O.’s first pop-up], the role of Thunderin’ Thelma [T.O.’s first modern day food truck], opening his eponymous restaurant on College St, collecting Geddy Lee’s email address & naming a meal after him, why Adam Sandler couldn’t resist bussing tables, the legacy of the Caplan name in local/provincial/national politics, reverse assimilating by changing his name BACK to Caplansky, the importance of [past podcast guest] David Sax’s encouragement, the power of reading ‘What Colour is Your Parachute?,’ how MUSTARD became his passion, and why these days it’s perfectly OK to Jew It Up! For everything Zane, please visit Caplansky’s Delicatessen at www.caplanskys.com TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum at andrew.applebaum@gmail.com All episodes available 24/7/365 at www.torontolegends.ca/episodes/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Narativ’s Zev Shalev has travelled from Israel to South Africa to Bathurst/St Clair [arriving with $2k in a snowstorm] to NYC to LA & back to Toronto, along the way sharing experiences with Nelson Mandela, Barack Obama, Valerie Pringle, Dan Matheson, Jennifer Hedger, Arisa Cox, Ben Chin, the late Sarika Sehgal, Dina Pugliese, Roz Weston, Billie Holiday, Barb Williams, Moses Znaimer, Cheryl Hickey, Rick Campanelli, Harry Smith, Bob Schieffer, Julie Chen, Leslie Moonves, Wendy Mesley, Oprah Winfrey, Paula Applebaum-Secemski and last but not least Elon Musk! Great memories from Canada AM, U8TV: The Lofters, TORONTO 1 [the A-List! Last Call!], ET Canada, CBS News’ The Early Show, Oprah’s HARPO Productions, and The Weekly with Wendy Mesley. Zev also tells us what he is doing now on behalf of investigative journalism at Narativ.org--‘Where the Truth Lives’! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum at andrew.applebaum@gmail.com All episodes available at www.torontolegends.ca/episodes/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Canadian boxing legend Syd 'The Jewel' Vanderpool talks about working out with his 4 older brothers in the makeshift boxing ring in the carport of their Kitchener home, winning his first bout at 6 and a half years old [!!!], meeting the emotional hurricane that is Iron Mike Tyson, missing out on meeting Wayne Gretzky despite arranging for his daughter Paulina to sing the national anthem before one of his bouts, his epic internationally televised championship title fights against Bernard ‘The Executioner’ Hopkins & Jaff ‘Left Hook’ Lacy, meeting his idol Marvelous Marvin Hagler’s mom [and admiring her gold Mercedes], being trained by the Godfather of Detroit Boxing Emanuel Steward & hanging out with Tommy ‘Hitman’ Hearns, developing his skills alongside boxing icons including his older brother Fitz/Lennox Lewis/Hector ‘Macho’ Camacho, choosing a Diana Ross song as his ring walkup music, the origin stories for his MANY nicknames as well as his ‘Vanderpeeps’ fan club following, continuing to get residuals for his acting appearance in a Meg Ryan/Omar Epps movie, and demonstrates an awesome spot-on impersonation of his outlandish promoter Don King! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum at andrew.applebaum@gmail.com All episodes available at www.torontolegends.ca/episodes/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7-Mary-3! 7-Mary-3! Jon Baker is IN the house! CHiPs star Larry Wilcox talks about going from Wyoming to Vietnam to Hollywood, his big break getting $450/week acting opposite a Collie named LASSIE, initially turning DOWN the role of Officer Jon Baker, meeting Presidents Reagan & Bush Sr, why today he recognizes that anonymity is a GIFT, being haunted to this day by Ponch’s singing rendition of ‘Celebration,’ how the motorcycle duo got access to those extensive LA freeways, why NEITHER of them actual had a valid motorcycle license during CHiPs, the seven episodes where Erik Estrada’s absence was filled by Olympic Champion Bruce Jenner, why they rarely pulled their guns BUT did have to on Danny Bonaduce, how he ALMOST beat out Don Johnson for the role of Miami Vice’s Sonny Crockett, why he still today dreams of the truffles at Toronto’s Four Seasons Hotel, and how he & Erik Estrada navigated the highs & lows of celebrity to today becoming GREAT FRIENDS! Host’s comment: I am very pleased that Larry has not let one bad experience with some really bad apples overpower his otherwise positive experiences in Toronto & Canada...standing in solidarity with Larry, I officially announce that Michael MacMillan, Seaton McLean [and by extension Sonja Smits] are permanently BANNED from ever appearing on the TORONTO LEGENDS podcast. Larry Wilcox will be appearing in Hamilton on Sept 23/24...for absolutely everything Larry, please visit https://larrywilcox.net/ TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum at andrew.applebaum@gmail.com All episodes available at www.torontolegends.ca/episodes/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
PointsBet Canada’s Chief Commercial Officer Nic Sulsky provides an A+ primer on the Ontario iGaming market, why it was essential to move from a ‘grey’ to a licensed/regulated sports betting market, how partnering with MLSE builds on the strength of 365 live events per year, building a ‘challenger brand’ by being authentically Canadian & wrapping yourself in the red & white flag [via The Trailer Park Boys!], his Family Channel days of driving coast to coast with 2 puppets transporting a jar of ocean water from the Atlantic to the Pacific Ocean [!?!?], building American fantasy sports disrupter Monkey Knife Fight from scratch & selling it for $90MM less than 3 years later [and how The Simpsons inspired the company name], his incredible respect for Michael Landsberg after appearing on Off The Record 50+ times, and why he strongly believes that 'the action IS the juice!' TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum at andrew.applebaum@gmail.com All episodes available at www.torontolegends.ca/episodes/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Molloy + Van Wert’s Jimmy Molloy talks about a lifetime spent in the Annex/Yorkville, how being a busboy in 1976 was “a summer job that got out of control” resulting in his ownership of French fine dining institution Auberge Gavroche, transferring his service skills to the world of luxury real estate, wise lessons learned from Franco Prevedello/Galen Weston Sr/Bar Italia, how a home is ‘the filing cabinet of your life,’ why serving people & relationships are fundamental to business success, the $36MM list price for a Four Seasons Penthouse, and Muskoka house-hunting in a limo with the BackStreet Boys’ Nick Carter in a post-9/11 purchasing panic! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum at andrew.applebaum@gmail.com All episodes available at www.torontolegends.ca/episodes/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Global News Morning Kingston’s Bill Welychka talks about starting at MuchMusic the same week he graduated from Seneca College’s Radio and TV Arts program, the surreal experience of moving from WATCHING [on tv] to WORKING alongside Christopher Ward/Steve Anthony/Michael Williams/Laurie Brown/Denise Donlon, sliding from MuchMusic over to MuchMoreMusic, his anticipation for and involvement in the upcoming MuchMusic documentary '299 Queen Street West,' why the visionary Moses Znaimer’s Speakers Corner was way ahead of YouTube, how his move to Kingston allowed him to rekindle friendships with The Tragically Hip, his memories of fun [and not so fun] interviews with Prince/David Bowie/Robert Smith/Mick Jagger/Lindsay Buckingham/Mick Fleetwood/Avril Lavigne/Blur/Liam Gallagher/Goo Goo Dolls, why he absolutely loves living in Kingston, and what you can look forward to in his upcoming autobiography! Bill’s autobiography “Bill Welychka, A Happy Has-Been” is coming soon! For more info please go to www.BillWelychka.ca TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum at andrew.applebaum@gmail.com All episodes available at www.torontolegends.ca/episodes/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
While awaiting his day with the Stanley Cup in Scottsdale, Vegas Golden Knights Director of Goaltending Sean Burke talks about his 18 year NHL career, lugging his goaltending equipment on the TTC from his Bloor/Dufferin home [before buying a Chevy Cavalier hatchback!], the misfortune of facing Wayne Gretzky on his return to Edmonton in the 1989 All Star game, representing Canada at TWO Olympic games, why he wasn’t shy to chuck the knuckles, why it’s great to play in warm weather markets and go straight from the arena to the sunshine in flip-flops, what we in Toronto can expect from new GM Brad Treliving, the confusion that would ensue when leaving tickets for Brian Burke, why an NHL goalie even needs a goalie coach, why goaltenders the size of Mike Palmateer/Allan Bester would be hard pressed to even get a chance to play in the current day NHL, and his plans for an adaptation of Ballad of the Whiskey Robber [with or without Johnny Depp]! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum at andrew.applebaum@gmail.com All episodes available at www.podpage.com/toronto-legends/episodes/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Freed Developments’ Glen Baxter talks about making the move from Montreal to Toronto, doing CBC French language traffic reports without ever owning a car, getting ‘the call’ in 1991 from Moses Znaimer, his 20 years at 299 Queen Street West for MuchMusic/CityTV/CTV's In Fashion, his excellent interactions with David Bowie/Drake/Rihanna/Deadmau5/Jeanne Beker/Tim Blanks/Jay Levine/Rick Campanelli/Dave Foley/Alex Lifeson/Joe Mimran/Michael Budman/Don Green, his NOT so excellent interactions with Barney the Dinosaur [so many PR people!] & an unnamed world-famous illusionist ['watch my hairline!'], why the MMVAs were ‘the greatest day of the year,’ the strict 'addition by subtraction' rule he applies to his closet full of 25 winter suits/25 summer suits, and the 20 year burden he endured being clothed head to toe by Hugo Boss! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum at andrew.applebaum@gmail.com All episodes available at www.podpage.com/toronto-legends/episodes/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sirius XM/Kool Button Podcast’s Steve Kouleas shares tales from over 30 years in hockey broadcasting via TSN/The Score/Sirius, gives shoutouts to the gang from Woburn CI & Ryerson, shares the parallel universe of his Dad being at Paul Henderson’s Goal of the Century in Moscow 1972 AND Steve being at Sidney Crosby’s Golden Goal in Vancouver 2010, talks about sharing a smoke & a drink with St Louis Blues superfan Jon Hamm, supporting Bob Uecker & Bob Costas in the SkyDome broadcast booth, being in the right place at the right time with the right pen to get an autograph from Foster Hewitt, the untold story behind the secret video of Steve catching Dave Winfield’s baseball bat [!!!!], why he finally put together his ‘hockey basement,’ hosting a radio show from the dearly departed Wayne Gretzky’s Restaurant, calling play-by-play for the only season of the Edmonton Oilers’ AHL-affiliate the Toronto Roadrunners [huh?!], confirms that The Score originally INVENTED NHL Trade Deadline coverage, and speculates on what you hear most often on the streets of Toronto: Hey Landsberg, Hey Simmons, Hey Hebsy or Hey Koolie! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum at andrew.applebaum@gmail.com All episodes available at www.podpage.com/toronto-legends/episodes/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
ET Canada’s Cheryl Hickey talks about being a Day One co-host of our domestic version of the iconic Entertainment Tonight brand, moving up the career ladder from Shallow Lake to Owen Sound to London to Barrie to the Big Smoke, the surreal experience of going from watching Rick Campanelli on MM to being his co-host, the multiple life victories achieved in her Le Chateau power suit, her excellent experiences with Oprah Winfrey/Celine Dion/Mary Hart/Matt Damon/Brad Pitt/George Clooney/Don Cheadle, her less-than-excellent experience with one of the American Idol judges [names we need names!], why she is off Twitter but testing Threads, and how sleeves of saltine crackers got her through her time in the air as Global TV’s chopper reporter! Enjoy “Living Better with Cheryl Hickey: A Modern Family Home Makeover” on YouTube and Facebook, documenting the renovation of her family home in conjunction with Alair Homes benefitting the Sick Kids Foundation! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum at andrew.applebaum@gmail.com All episodes available at www.podpage.com/toronto-legends/episodes/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Canadian Elite Basketball League Co-Founder/Commissioner Mike Morreale talks about his TWO Grey Cup championships, playing for BOTH Hamilton and Toronto in numerous Labour Day Classics [and the differences in playing in Steeltown vs Hogtown], the completely different personalities of his teammates Doug & Darren Flutie, why the late great Don Matthews was the ultimate players’ coach, the surreal experience of sharing his first training camp with ‘Swervin' Mervyn’ Fernandez/Danny McManus/Darren Flutie/Kent Austin, getting his chance to shine because of Jeff Fairholm’s constantly breaking old-school shoulder pads, the crazy story behind his ‘forced retirement’ press conference in 2007, why the CEBL is the ‘CFL of basketball,’ how implementing the ‘Elam Ending’ ensures that every CEBL game ends with a game-winning basket, and why when you ask for an autograph you better double check you are not actually dealing with Rob Hitchcock! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum at andrew.applebaum@gmail.com All episodes available at www.podpage.com/toronto-legends/episodes/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
5x Grey Cup Champ/TSN Analyst Jim Barker talks FOOTBALL FOOTBALL FOOTBALL, why Doug Flutie is the BEST, why Michael ‘Pinball’ Clemons is even BETTER, stories behind his XFL experience and winning the ‘Million Dollar Championship Game,’ how he helped convince Vince McMahon to honour his financial commitments despite losing $120MM on the XFL, provides an explanation of the ROUGE [and why he loves it], discloses that he will imminently be dragged kicking/screaming onto social media, shares why he proudly became a Canadian citizen, and explains his ingenious strategy of standing near QB Jay Barker whenever somebody yells out ‘Barker You Suck!’ TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum at andrew.applebaum@gmail.com All episodes available at www.podpage.com/toronto-legends/episodes/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Former Global/CFTO/Sportsnet broadcaster Gerry ‘Dobber’ Dobson talks about his active retirement, 18 years covering Premier League + TFC soccer, being a ‘day-oner’ at Sportsnet, covering 6 Olympic Games and why Calgary 1988/Barcelona 1992 were his most memorable, starting out from a farm outside Barrie doing grades 1-8 in a one-room country schoolhouse, his continuing admiration for the annual Robbie International Soccer Tournament [as BNL sang: ‘held at Birchmount Stadium, home of the Robbie’], stories from working with colleagues Bobcat Bob McCown/Fergie Oliver/Pat Marsden/Mike Anscombe/Scott Moore/Dave Devall [could write backwards with both hands!]/Arthur Vaile/Sandy Rinaldo/Lance Brown/Claude Feig/Suneel Joshi/Joe Tilley, being a beat reporter for Brian Budd & the Blizzard playing NASL games on the rock-hard Astroturf at Exhibition Stadium [and their ‘friendly’ against a crowd-favourite Juventus], an April Fool’s Day telecast prank that put him on the boss Doug Bassett’s carpet, and confirms that although they are still great friends Craig Forrest has his own life and does not actually live with Gerry! Thanks to Perry Catena from IG Wealth Management for an excellent guest suggestion! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum at andrew.applebaum@gmail.com All episodes available at www.podpage.com/toronto-legends/episodes/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Postmedia/Toronto Sun journalist Steve Simmons talks about Ironman Phil Kessel’s never-ending Hot Dog story, why Raghib ‘The Rocket’ Ismail was a real pill, expanding his Sunday Notes column from 600 to 2200 words, paring down his 9,000+ columns to select the best mix of 89 for his book A Lucky Life, leveraging Cliff Fletcher’s real estate transactions to score the front page of the Calgary Herald, American blowhard Keith Olbermann calling him ‘the worst person in the world’ [not once but twice!], why Bryan Colangelo became obsessed with the definition of ‘bafflegab,’ the voracious appetites of the wide-bodied Oliver Miller, why Isaiah Thomas was the ‘smiling assassin,’ the charisma/financial manipulations of Bruce McNall, why Larry Murphy wasn’t really as bad as Maple Leafs fans would lead you to believe, and ponders “whatever became of...Condredge Holloway/Rocky Saganiuk/Doug Christie/Dave Stieb/Terry Greer?” Steve Simmons’ A Lucky Life: Gretzky, Crosby, Kawhi, and More From the Best Seat in the House is available now from your preferred bookseller! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum at andrew.applebaum@gmail.com All episodes available at www.podpage.com/toronto-legends/episodes/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Author/Card Collector/Sportsnet’s Ken Reid talks about his instant chemistry with co-anchor Evanka Osmak [Country Mouse & City Mouse], how 70,000 sportscards doesn’t take up nearly as much storage space as you would think [T&P to his understanding wife!], chasing his sportscard ‘white whales’ [1950s Gordie Howe & Mickey Mantle], Kirk Muller breaking the tension of working rinkside for HNIC at the Bell Centre, his appreciation for Troy Gamble while chasing down the first card of every Nova Scotia-born NHLer, how phonetic pronunciation is your friend when dealing with athletes’ names from around the world, why Dennis Maruk’s moustache is still A+, why Beyonce did NOT impress him at Super Bowl 47, the surreal experience of covering the 2012 London Summer Olympics, how his Mom’s $10 purchase of cards from an auction translated to the bargain of a lifetime [Wayne Gretzky rookie card!], and breaking news on Ken’s NEXT book project! Ken Reid’s Hometown Hockey Heroes is available NOW for pre-sale at www.simonandschuster.ca TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum at andrew.applebaum@gmail.com All episodes available at www.podpage.com/toronto-legends/episodes/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Vancouverite Courtney Watkins takes the big leap to Hogtown to open her 3rd retail location of Mine & Yours! Courtney talks about leaving for Los Angeles at 17, the emotional experience of working at the beck & call of Ms. Paula Abdul, how she saw first-hand that it’s NOT so great to be famous, why she did NOT have a passion for owning/operating a sawmill, implementing her business strategy of Brick/Click/Pop, the environmental dangers of ‘fast fashion,’ the success that grew from seeking fun & adventure from a ‘side hustle,’ her plans for a Canadian pop-up tour, and the excitement of coming to Toronto to open a 3 level 3,000sf retail space in tony Yorkville! Mine & Yours will be opening soon at 79 Yorkville Ave...go to www.mineandyours.com for the latest! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum at andrew.applebaum@gmail.com All episodes available at www.podpage.com/toronto-legends/episodes/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Hockey News Publisher & Hockey Stick/Equipment Mogul Graeme Roustan does NOT talk about his possible interest in purchasing the Ottawa Senators, but DOES talk about living in Los Angeles with roommates Pat Brisson [now CAA’s Super Agent] & Lucky Luc Robitaille [greatest left winger & best 171st draft pick in NHL history], being an oh-so-close finalist in the competition to purchase his hometown Montreal Canadiens, how close his group actually came to getting an arena built in Markham [to welcome a 2nd GTA NHL team], purchasing Bauer from Phil Knight’s Nike for $200K and taking it public, getting personally congratulated on the Bauer purchase by then-Prime Minister Stephen Harper, purchasing an about-to-be shuttered The Hockey News [born 1947] and making it once again relevant as Hockey’s Bible, creating massive partnerships with Sports Illustrated and BetMGM, keeping hockey’s oldest business alive at 175 years [and counting] by moving Canada’s last remaining stick manufacturing plant to Brantford, achieving vertical integration by manufacturing in Canada + advertising in The Hockey News + selling direct to consumers via the website, and the #1 reason why anyone actually cancels their subscription to The Hockey News! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum at andrew.applebaum@gmail.com All episodes available at www.podpage.com/toronto-legends/episodes/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rivalry Co-Founder & CEO Steven Salz talks about sports vs casino gambling, operating at the intersection of E-Sports & Entertainment, moving content from a 'transactional' to an 'entertainment' focus, the unbelievable magnitude & growth of E-Sports worldwide, appealing to his predominantly Millennial & Gen Z customer base, why ‘skins’ were the original currency for betting on gaming, lessons learned from Red Bull’s marketing, why you will NOT find any Kardashians endorsing Rivalry, the transition from a private to a public company traded on the TSX Venture Exchange, why MOBILE E-Sports will be the next big wave, and why an Isle of Mann license is actually highly desirable and NOT a ‘Bond Villain’ fictional jurisdiction! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum at andrew.applebaum@gmail.com All episodes available at www.podpage.com/toronto-legends/episodes/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Founder/Frontman of The Box Jean-Marc Pisapia talks about being Men Without Hats keyboardist pre-Safety Dance [and meeting Ivan at German language class], the influence of spending a month in the Soviet Union as a teen, the origin of L’Affair Dumoutier, opening for The Spoons on their first tour, the confusion around Sass Jordan’s membership in the band, filming Closer Together in the Dominican Republic, memories of playing Kingswood Music Theatre and the rotating stage at the Ontario Place Forum, getting Chris De Burgh away from his wife for a night on the town, why you ABSOLUTELY will hear all the hits when you see The Box live, his role as a ‘hooker,’ Quebec’s love affair with The Box, making a progressive rock album, and why if you go to the wrong website for the band you’ll just end up with lots of cardboard!TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum.TORONTO LEGENDS is powered by the Henderson Brewing Company, a locally-owned, award-winning neighbourhood brewery that celebrates Toronto’s stories and culture...just like this podcast! The Holidays are here...sign up for a subscription of unique beers, where each month you will get their current small batch beer release plus three other tap-room only beers, mailed anywhere in Canada. Available in 4, 6 or 12-month subscriptions, these packs make a great gift for any beer lover, including hint hint yourself. Order now at HendersonBrewing.com, or visit their taproom & retail store at 128A Sterling Road along the West Toronto rail path. Henderson Brewing and the Toronto Legends podcast....a great local partnership.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hockey Pro/CBD recovery entrepreneur Kevin Tansey talks about playing for the Herning Blue Fox in Denmark [handball over hockey!], eating all the fresh fish he can handle, changing the stigma around CBD use, educating about the topical application of CBD [no, your leg won’t get ‘high’!], turning a horrible incident into a business opportunity to use CBD as the substitute for painkillers in the locker room, and the ‘special rules’ that apply when playing against a 50 year old Jaromir Jagr in his native Czech Republic [Jagr has been playing pro hockey for so long that he jokes that his favorite player growing up was...himself!] TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. TORONTO LEGENDS is powered by the Henderson Brewing Company, a locally-owned, award-winning neighbourhood brewery that celebrates Toronto’s stories and culture...just like this podcast! The Holidays are here...sign up for a subscription of unique beers, where each month you will get their current small batch beer release plus three other tap-room only beers, mailed anywhere in Canada. Available in 4, 6 or 12-month subscriptions, these packs make a great gift for any beer lover, including hint hint yourself. Order now at HendersonBrewing.com, or visit their taproom & retail store at 128A Sterling Road along the West Toronto rail path. Henderson Brewing and the Toronto Legends podcast....a great local partnership. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Toronto Argonauts Former Co-Owner/K2 Pure Solutions Co-Founder David Cynamon talks about gaining the entrepreneurial spirit selling 50 cent foot longs [fully loaded!] at Edmonton Eskimos games, the business mentorship of his father [sweat the details] and his father-in-law [balancing Happiness=Reality/Expectations], why the 2004 Argos Grey Cup championship is etched in his memory, posits that Ricky Williams was misunderstood and ahead of his time regarding benefits of cannabis, shares the [not surprising] body-rocking outcome of a Pinball Clemons hug, bemoans the lost opportunity of a ‘new’ Varsity Stadium project, falling in love NOT with the product but rather with the OPPORTUNITY, and why if you are the smartest person in the room in YOUR area of interest that you will be UNSTOPPABLE! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. TORONTO LEGENDS is powered by the Henderson Brewing Company, a locally-owned, award-winning neighbourhood brewery that celebrates Toronto’s stories and culture...just like this podcast! The Holidays are here...sign up for a subscription of unique beers, where each month you will get their current small batch beer release plus three other tap-room only beers, mailed anywhere in Canada. Available in 4, 6 or 12-month subscriptions, these packs make a great gift for any beer lover, including hint hint yourself. Order now at HendersonBrewing.com, or visit their taproom & retail store at 128A Sterling Road along the West Toronto rail path. Henderson Brewing and the Toronto Legends podcast....a great local partnership. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dragons’ Den Entrepreneur & Nuba Tisane Co-Founder [with her mom Amal!] Gina El Kattan talks about moving from Egypt to Oakville, jumping right into Business studies at University of Toronto, the lockdown power of the Clubhouse social networking app, FINALLY listening to her Dad’s plea to audition for Dragons’ Den, what REALLY happens during DD taping [no do-overs!], working on her MBA at Duke University, sneaking into Coach K’s final basketball game at Cameron Indoor Stadium, the challenge of self-applying winged eyeliner, the gratification of her DD episode airing nationally AND first Loblaws order coming in on the SAME day, why she broke her decade-long streak of attending TIFF, and her THREE pieces of advice for aspiring entrepreneurs! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. TORONTO LEGENDS is powered by the Henderson Brewing Company, a locally-owned, award-winning neighbourhood brewery that celebrates Toronto’s stories and culture...just like this podcast! The Holidays are here...sign up for a subscription of unique beers, where each month you will get their current small batch beer release plus three other tap-room only beers, mailed anywhere in Canada. Available in 4, 6 or 12-month subscriptions, these packs make a great gift for any beer lover, including hint hint yourself. Order now at HendersonBrewing.com, or visit their taproom & retail store at 128A Sterling Road along the West Toronto rail path. Henderson Brewing and the Toronto Legends podcast....a great local partnership. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Chalk Circle’s lead singer & co-founder Chris Tait talks about getting grounded for playing ‘God Save The Queen,’ the band’s friendship with Blue Peter, breaking out with the support of CFNY & MuchMusic, touring with Rush/Crowded House/Tears for Fears, Geddy Lee convincing them to try playing wireless [spoiler: so much fun it was a fail!], Geddy restringing his bass for Brad Hopkins to play upside-down, the Sam the Record Man connection [‘Son of Sam’], risking electrocuting Neil Finn [and themselves] with water guns, the bump from Prime Minister Justin Trudeau adding them to his Best of Summer Playlist, their current status as a ‘laissez-faire rock band,’ and shoutouts to the 2022 Grey Cup Champion Toronto Argonauts.....ARRRRRRRRRRGOOOS! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. TORONTO LEGENDS is powered by the Henderson Brewing Company. a locally-owned, award-winning neighbourhood brewery that celebrates Toronto’s stories and culture...just like this podcast! Take in the aromas of brown sugar and savour the blend of pine, citrus and earthy cereal in Henderson Brewing’s Escape Art West Coast IPA, available now at their taproom & retail store at 128A Sterling Road along the West Toronto rail path, or order now at HendersonBrewing.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Toronto Life’s Editor-in-Chief Malcolm Johnston talks about managing the Toronto Life ‘brand,' coming up with the annual list of the 50 most influential Torontonians, serving as ‘an anchor for Toronto residents,’ digging deeply into Canada’s most famous cold case, his concern about the ‘war on journalists & journalism,’ being in awe of Andre De Grasse & Josh Donaldson, his respect for The New Yorker, being a reporter & investigative journalist at heart, and his thoughts on the Blue Jays trading away Teoscar Hernandez! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. Photo credit: Daniel Ehrenworth TORONTO LEGENDS is powered by the Henderson Brewing Company. a locally-owned, award-winning neighbourhood brewery that celebrates Toronto’s stories and culture...just like this podcast! Take in the aromas of brown sugar and savour the blend of pine, citrus and earthy cereal in Henderson Brewing’s Escape Art West Coast IPA, available now at their taproom & retail store at 128A Sterling Road along the West Toronto rail path, or order now at HendersonBrewing.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2 x World Juniors Gold/’92 Olympics Silver/Toronto Maple Leaf Kent ‘Mandy’ Manderville talks about the magical ’93 playoffs run, Wendel & Dougie’s leadership on AND off the ice, sharing a taxi with Pat Burns after 2 big losses, the Notre Dame Hounds, Cornell University, how he learned he was the 24th overall draft pick in 1989, his unique roommates/landlord living in the Annex, winning double Gold at the World Juniors, the Olympic experience, his ‘welcome to the NHL moment’ [spoiler: trade deadline occurring while mid-air on a commercial flight!], finishing his career in Finland & Sweden, helping athletes better manage their finances, and why he still misses browsing The World’s Biggest Bookstore! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. Photo credit: Sean Sisk TORONTO LEGENDS is powered by the Henderson Brewing Company. a locally-owned, award-winning neighbourhood brewery that celebrates Toronto’s stories and culture...just like this podcast! Take in the aromas of brown sugar and savour the blend of pine, citrus and earthy cereal in Henderson Brewing’s Escape Art West Coast IPA, available now at their taproom & retail store at 128A Sterling Road along the West Toronto rail path, or order now at HendersonBrewing.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
WHA/NHL ‘Hot Line’ hockey star Anders Hedberg [the 'Swedish Express'] talks about Borje Salming, 3 Swedes [and a Finn!] representing 70% of this year’s Hockey Hall Of Fame induction class, why Ornskolsvik has produced so many hockey stars, transitioning from Sweden to Winnipeg and finding out he’d be playing with Bobby Hull, moving with Ulf Nilsson from Winnipeg/WHA to New York City/NHL, playing with pride for Three Crowns/Tre Kronor, and why PATIENCE will take the Maple Leafs to the promised land after 56 years! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Anders Applebaum. TORONTO LEGENDS is powered by the Henderson Brewing Company. a locally-owned, award-winning neighbourhood brewery that celebrates Toronto’s stories and culture...just like this podcast! As the days get shorter, you can look forward to their gold medal winning Export Stout, available now at their taproom & retail store at 128A Sterling Road along the West Toronto rail path, or order now at HendersonBrewing.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Broadcast Journalist turned Podcaster Wendy Mesley talks about her partnership/friendship with Maureen Holloway, not being retired but rather ONLY being retired from the CBC, pivoting to podcasting, wanting to BE Barbara Frum, the slight quantitative discrepancy on her Ryerson transcript, and recognizing the importance of words! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. TORONTO LEGENDS is powered by the Henderson Brewing Company. a locally-owned, award-winning neighbourhood brewery that celebrates Toronto’s stories and culture...just like this podcast! As the days get shorter, you can look forward to their gold medal winning Export Stout, available now at their taproom & retail store at 128A Sterling Road along the West Toronto rail path, or order now at HendersonBrewing.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Blue Rodeo bassist Bazil Donovan talks about learning the ‘guitar boogie shuffle,’ growing up in the Junction, Tiny’s beeper leading to his first gig for $30, listening to/learning from/eventually opening for John Fogerty, cutting his teeth on the baptism/confirmation circuit, answering the famous ‘bassist wanted’ ad in NOW magazine, the bandname origin story transitioning from the The Hi-Fi's, playing 1st out of town gig in Kingston and meeting the boys from some band called The Tragically Hip, Gord Downie’s last time on stage sitting in with Blue Rodeo, the perception that all new Canadians receive a pair of hockey skates and a Blue Rodeo album, how he was NOT on Letterman but WAS on The Tonight Show [without Johnny!], the serendipity of Meryl Streep’s limo driver, unexpected fans both geographically [Norway!] and in Hollywood [Jill Hennessy!], great memories playing the Horseshoe, Ontario Place Forum, the Cameron House and Massey Hall, rolling out on another Blue Rodeo tour, and why he always has thought of himself as a rock ‘n roller playing in a country band! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. TORONTO LEGENDS is powered by the Henderson Brewing Company. a locally-owned, award-winning neighbourhood brewery that celebrates Toronto’s stories and culture...just like this podcast! As the days get shorter, you can look forward to their gold medal winning Export Stout, available now at their taproom & retail store at 128A Sterling Road along the West Toronto rail path, or order now at HendersonBrewing.com Photo credit: Heather Pollock Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Chef Rob Rainford talks about choosing between cooking and basketball camp, how the Food Network ‘changed everything,’ whether you should wash your chicken [spoiler: does more harm than good], shooting 18 hours of content for 22 minutes of a TV show, what the 'Rainford Method' encourages, how his skill set allows him to ‘hit for the cycle in cooking,’ his embrace of Tik Tok and Instagram, being Rob vs Robert, why you always wait for the first cheque to clear before promoting a project, some hints about what he is up to in 2023, why his star shines brightly in Romania, and the surprising amount of college drinking games based on his ‘Licence to Grill’ television show! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. TORONTO LEGENDS is powered by the Henderson Brewing Company. a locally-owned, award-winning neighbourhood brewery that celebrates Toronto’s stories and culture...just like this podcast! As the days get shorter, you can look forward to their gold medal winning Export Stout, available now at their taproom & retail store at 128A Sterling Road along the West Toronto rail path, or order now at HendersonBrewing.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Toronto Six’s homegrown hockey talent Saroya Tinker talks about being an EIGHT-sport high school athlete, living at Yale amongst ‘the Normies,’ playing in front of Ivy League crowds at ‘The Whale,’ her incredible mentors within the Toronto Six organization, a roadmap to consolidation for a single professional womens’ hockey league, her friendship with fellow Toronto ice hockey professional Wayne Simmonds, her mentorship program Sayora Strong, her involvement in Black Girl Hockey Club Canada, her documentary film debut at TIFF in BLACK ICE, and why it’s OK to say you are NOT OK! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. TORONTO LEGENDS is powered by the Henderson Brewing Company. a locally-owned, award-winning neighbourhood brewery that celebrates Toronto’s stories and culture...just like this podcast! You can try this month’s limited edition beer “Amelia Red Hefeweizen” [inspired by Amelia Earhart] at their taproom & retail store at 128A Sterling Road along the West Toronto rail path, or order now at HendersonBrewing.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Glass Tiger frontman Alan Frew talks about the New Year’s Eve name changeover from ‘Tokyo’ to Glass Tiger [and how author George Plimpton inspired the new name], opening for Boy George & Culture Club, sharing urinals at the Grammy Awards with Roger Daltrey & Doc Severinson, how being last to the bus gave him his ‘Beatles’ moment in Saskatoon, confusion with Rod Stewart about who actually was the first to play SkyDome, Bryan Adams singing backup on Don’t Forget Me, knocking out TWO smash hits in their first session with producer Jim Vallance, serving as Corey Hart’s stand-in for a music video, speaking out about his 2015 stroke to raise prevention awareness [dangers: high cholesterol & hypertension], and his never-before-revealed hotel check-in alias! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. TORONTO LEGENDS is powered by the Henderson Brewing Company. a locally-owned, award-winning neighbourhood brewery that celebrates Toronto’s stories and culture...just like this podcast! You can try this month’s limited edition beer “Amelia Red Hefeweizen” [inspired by Amelia Earhart] at their taproom & retail store at 128A Sterling Road along the West Toronto rail path, or order now at HendersonBrewing.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Canadian Ambassador to the United Nations Bob Rae talks about his incredible career as a diplomat, lawyer and politician, Canada’s role as the 7th largest donor to the United Nations, shares an actual ‘day in the life’ of our Ambassador, the funny/not so funny shaving cream incident caused by Frank Zappa at U of T’s Convocation Hall, the emotional joy of taking the same job for PM Justin Trudeau as his father Saul Rae did for PM Pierre Trudeau, being inspired by Stephen Lewis, meeting Bill Clinton at a Rhodes Scholar alumni event, and why he is OK with the host's father Bob Applebaum ranking him 2nd smartest guy in Canada behind Steve Paikin! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. TORONTO LEGENDS is powered by the Henderson Brewing Company. a locally-owned, award-winning neighbourhood brewery that celebrates Toronto’s stories and culture...just like this podcast! You can try this month’s limited edition beer “Amelia Red Hefeweizen” [inspired by Amelia Earhart] at their taproom & retail store at 128A Sterling Road along the West Toronto rail path, or order now at HendersonBrewing.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Writer & Journalist Ivy Knight talks about pivoting from 10 years in restaurant kitchens to writing, her realization that the pressure had turned her into a ‘dickless man’ and a ‘rage machine,’ the wonderful mentorship of James Chatto, her role in the documentary “The Heat: A Kitchen [R]evolution,” getting published in The New Yorker, enjoying her neighbourhood’s transition from 'Crackdale' to Parkdale, her distaste for Mayor John Tory but love for memes, and THREE awesome hidden gems in Toronto's dining scene...who needs Michelin when you’ve got Ivy?! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. TORONTO LEGENDS is powered by the Henderson Brewing Company. a locally-owned, award-winning neighbourhood brewery that celebrates Toronto’s stories and culture...just like this podcast! You can try this month’s limited edition beer “Amelia Red Hefeweizen” [inspired by Amelia Earhart] at their taproom & retail store at 128A Sterling Road along the West Toronto rail path, or order now at HendersonBrewing.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Toronto Star’s City Columnist Edward Keenan talks about innocently attempting to walk behind the President’s desk in the Oval Office [spoiler: don’t do it!], Mayor Tory’s debate frequency strategy [down from 50 to 2!], how the upcoming municipal election is his Super Bowl, the Globe’s Marcus Gee as a ‘fond acquaintance,’ his South Riverdale days & Degrassi connections, morphing from an intern to a staff writer at Eye Weekly/The Grid, following in the footsteps of Daniel Dale in Washington, and contrasting his experiences living in DC/USA with living in his beloved Toronto/Canada! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. TORONTO LEGENDS is powered by the Henderson Brewing Company. a locally-owned, award-winning neighbourhood brewery that celebrates Toronto’s stories and culture...just like this podcast! You can try this month’s limited edition beer “Amelia Red Hefeweizen” [inspired by Amelia Earhart] at their taproom & retail store at 128A Sterling Road along the West Toronto rail path, or order now at HendersonBrewing.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Lynx Equity Limited Co-founder and President Brad Nathan talks about ranking #478 of Canada’s largest 500 companies, hitting $650mm in revenue while shooting for $1B, his entrepreneurial start drilling peepholes [legally!], an absolutely horrible interaction with a cantankerous Tommy Lasorda, attempting to outsource his paper route to his father, transitioning his leisure time from combat sports to piano [!!!], his brief career at Bagel World [one hour], his brief career as a practicing Chartered Accountant [2 weeks], retiring undefeated from a stellar MMA/boxing career, and how [and why] he eats out 365 nights a year! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. TORONTO LEGENDS is powered by the Henderson Brewing Company. a locally-owned, award-winning neighbourhood brewery that celebrates Toronto’s stories and culture...just like this podcast! You can try this month’s limited edition beer “The Market” [inspired by Kensington Market] at their taproom & retail store at 128A Sterling Road along the West Toronto rail path, or order now at HendersonBrewing.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
As Toronto Raptors Broadcaster Jack Armstrong enters his 25th season [Hellooooooo!], he talks about his MVP [Mom!!], growing up in Brooklyn NYC, Fordham U road trips driving the team van to fine dining establishments [White Castle!!], differentiating between broccoli and skittles, his love for fellow Toronto Legend Chuck Swirsky, Vince/Jack/Chuck all sharing their first NBA game together [with Paul Pierce in Boston], why he owes so much of his success to ‘that orange ball,’ how he went overnight from being an ‘idiot to an expert,’ and the origins of “Get that Gawwbage Outta Here!” TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. TORONTO LEGENDS is powered by the Henderson Brewing Company. a locally-owned, award-winning neighbourhood brewery that celebrates Toronto’s stories and culture...just like this podcast! You can try this month’s limited edition beer “The Market” [inspired by Kensington Market] at their taproom & retail store at 128A Sterling Road along the West Toronto rail path, or order now at HendersonBrewing.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Two-time Olympic Champion/three-time World Champion Sprinter Donovan Bailey talks about solo vs team gold medals at Atlanta in 1996, his better-late-than-never appointment to the Order of Canada, being drafted by the BC Lions, his thoughts 25 years after the 150m SkyDome race against Michael Johnson, the enduring legacies of announcers Geoff Gowan and Don Wittman, meeting Nelson Mandela and Muhammad Ali, the 3rd season of his podcast Running Things, his continued mentorship by Coach Dan Pfaff, why he is the ‘Don of Muskoka,’ and why you never put a HOT mic in front of a HOT man [spoiler alert: “he’s a chicken, let’s race again so I can kick his butt again!”] TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. TORONTO LEGENDS is powered by the Henderson Brewing Company. a locally-owned, award-winning neighbourhood brewery that celebrates Toronto’s stories and culture...just like this podcast! You can try this month’s limited edition beer “The Market” [inspired by Kensington Market] at their taproom & retail store at 128A Sterling Road along the West Toronto rail path, or order now at HendersonBrewing.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Filmmaker & Marketing Executive Barry Avrich talks about RENT-A-FAN CLUB, getting stuck in an altercation between Jackie Mason & Jerry Stiller, why you need to treat ‘yelling’ as performance art, why his Bob Saget anecdote was far too filthy to share, whether we can expect an update to Unauthorized: The Harvey Weinstein Project, how Hollywood is the “only place you can die of encouragement,” his father’s best advice [“look at the audience, not the movie” and “DON’T blend in”], working on docs about Lew Wasserman/David Foster/Bob Guccione/Howie Mandel/Oscar Peterson, and lessons learned from mentors Michael Cohl, Eddie Greenspan, Dusty Cohl, Gino Empry and Garth Drabinsky! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Publicist and Music Industry Expert Eric Alper talks about music entering his bloodstream via his Grandfather Al’s Grossman’s Tavern, the influence of American Hot Wax & Music World at Promenade Mall, why Snoop Dogg travels with his own personal joint roller, launching Nickelback’s 1st EP, The Wiggles’ roots in punk rock [!!!!], why Bill Wyman hitting on his wife was cool, recollections of Ringo Starr/Ray Charles/Duran Duran/Chickenfoot/The English Beat/Matt Dusk/DJ Khaled/Maestro Fresh Wes/Sinead O’Connor/Steven Van Zandt/Public Enemy, and shares his two fundamental rules of life: BE NICE & say YES to EVERYTHING! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
‘When Canada Shut Down’ author Sean Mitton talks about Paul Henderson’s Goal of the Century being Canada’s ‘Man on the Moon’ moment, the Henderson Hat Trick [THREE game-winning goals], how Phil Esposito’s passionate ‘rant’ galvanized the country, shares the bond between Tretiak and Henderson’s grandsons, tells tales of the ‘Russian Stick Boy,’ explains how the Henderson goal actually saved a marriage [!!!], confirms that one Harold E. Ballard was in attendance in Moscow, explains how applying today’s concussion protocols would have changed history, reveals why Henderson is ok NOT being in the Hockey Hall of Fame, speculates about Ken Dryden & Vadislav Tretiak platooning in the Habs’ net, tells us why we should have a gentler appreciation for AM34/MM16 heading into another Maple Leafs season, and how 50 years later we still get goosebumps listening to Foster Hewitt’s iconic call: “Henderson has scored for Canada!” TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Multiple-time Manager of the Year Jake Gold talks about his first concert [Beatles at Maple Leaf Gardens 1964!], 17 years of managing The Hip/a 17 year break/starting anew in 2020, music’s most important North American cities [NYC, LA, Toronto], getting creative backstage with Robert Plant, earning bona fides from the Rolling Stones by playing through a cross-storm hurricane, Dan Aykroyd’s advocacy to appear on Saturday Night Live, the impact of the Another Roadside Attraction music festival, why Allan Gregg WAS and IS such a great mentor, and why he ‘never says never’ when asked if The Hip will again play live! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Broadcaster/Podcaster Ted Woloshyn talks about taking over for Wally Crouter for a decade of mornings at CFRB, dealing with 2:45am wakeups when you aren’t a morning person, his 11 year run of ‘Saturdays with Ted’ on Newstalk 1010, losing the Best Comedy Album Juno Award to some guys named Bob & Doug, getting early encouragement from Bob McAdorey at the CNE, his ahead-of-everyone-else recognition that Bill Cosby was a JERK, his admiration for Jann Arden, transitioning from radio to podcasting, why he is not a ‘foodie’ but rather an ‘eatie,’ and his early standup comedy days at both Mark Breslin’s 519 Church Street Community Centre and [no he’s not making it up] Starvin' Marvin's Burlesque Palace! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Little Canada’s founder & visionary Jean-Louis Brenninkmeijer introduces us to ‘Our Home & Miniature Land,’ learns about Wayne Gretzky [“who is this The Great One?”], explains why the process is as important as the product, shares the trials & tribulations of moving the exhibition into it's display space [spoiler alert: cut a hole and lower it through the floor!], enjoys NHLer Sam Gagner dropping by his backyard rink with buddy John Tavares, and explains how YOU can visit and get immortalized to live forevermore in Little Canada! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Former NHL referee Paul ‘Devo’ Devorski talks about his Centennial Cup win for Guelph, how he handled Darren McCarty in ‘that Detroit game’ [aka The Brawl], being there for Ray Bourque’s Stanley Cup win, his Valentine’s Day card to Pat Quinn, the incredible end to game 7 of Pittsburgh’s 2009 Stanley Cup victory over Detroit, always finding Bruce Boudreau in his swimming pool, working the 2006 Turino Olympics Gold Medal game, getting a standing ovation from the fickle Philly fans, and the pleasure of working his 1594th/final NHL game with younger brother Greg! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Superstar singing impressionist André-Philippe Gagnon talks about Jay Leno discovering him at Just For Laughs, getting the ‘blessing’ to approach Johnny Carson after his breakout spot on The Tonight Show [after DECLINING his 1st invitation!], PM Brian Mulroney promoting him to Lady Diana, singing with Celine Dion in front of 95,000 in France, singing We Are The World to Quincy Jones, playing the famed LA Comedy Store, opening the SkyDome with Oscar Peterson, his first major English show opening the ’88 Calgary Olympics with Max Headroom [?!?!], and why his accent disappears when he sings! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Broadcasting executive Nelson Millman tells us how grade 10 was ‘the best 4 years of my life,’ about being Bob McCown’s boss, why he prefers production over being on-air, overseeing Blue Jays radio broadcasts in ’92/’93 as the team won back-to-back championships, how sports radio is a clubhouse, ‘The Fan’ staying true to its brand by engaging fans, and what a truly great person Don Cherry is! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Singer/songwriter Matt Dusk takes a 'Matt Dusk Sings Sinatra' tour break to talk about dining with the Queen & Prince Philip, his graduation interaction with Oscar Peterson, his breakout role on Mark Burnett’s The Casino, Michael Buble: friend? enemy? frenemy?, his celebrity status in Poland, fond feelings for The Reservoir Lounge and The Rex Hotel, how building relationships in Las Vegas is like ‘planting a flower in the desert,’ his preshow ritual [hint: Two Shots], and taking over for the Chairman of the Board to sing a song penned by Bono & The Edge! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Entrepreneur & Business Executive Mark Cohon shares his journey from cheeseburgers to basketball to baseball to pigskin to music to the Gin Smash, tales of the ‘Big Mac Bus’ & ‘George the Amphibious Car,’ how the Royal Family has the same problems as any family business, having TWO Members of the Order of Ontario in the same family, going from Forest Hill to Siberia to NYC to Sumatra, memories of Mikhail Gorbachev, how his father got a private golf club’s ‘blackball rule’ changed, and patiently listens to the host’s passionate advocacy for Gowan/Platinum Blonde/The Box/Glass Tiger/Honeymoon Suite to be inducted into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Toronto Star’s The Fixer Jack Lakey shares lessons learned from being the garbageman at a pickle factory, his advocacy for the Little Guy, dialing 311 vs The Fixer, the power of not wanting to look bad in the Star, why you must talk to the organ grinder and not the monkey, the bureaucracy of the ‘city media funnel,’ loving the action of horses and poker, his 8 years ‘causing discomfort’ at City Hall, and his assessment of Mayor John Tory’s drive for a 3rd term to attack ‘unfinished business’! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Film critic/author/broadcaster Richard Crouse talks about his Donald Sutherland ice-breaker, Simon Le Bon’s love of Mr Greenjeans’ Buffalo Chips, kind words for Cameron Bailey’s leadership and agreement with his view that ‘moviewatching is best as a communal experience,’ Brad Pitt’s insouciance to a tidal wave of flashbulbs, why Hugh Jackman and Lady Gaga are ‘good people’, his upcoming book of Lessons Learned, why popcorn is like razorblades for your colon, how ‘review bombing’ is a bad trend, the ‘unspoken contract’ of interviewing celebrities, and setting the record straight on Madonna’s rumoured edict “not to look her directly in the eyes” [spoiler alert: FALSE]! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
ESPN Rules Expert & ex-NHL Referee Dave Jackson talks about his Montreal origins, reffing his first game in corduroys and a yellow helmet, a horrible yet career-defining incident post-game in Lachine, boyhood hero Guy Lafleur [and his hair!] swooshing by during a game, taking Trevor Linden’s advice on dealing with The Great One, working the 2014 Winter Olympics in Russia, the ‘work commute’ to his private ESPN studio, accepting the transition to helmets & visors, his respect for colleagues in the Toronto ‘Situation Room,’ and a HOPEFUL prediction for our Maple Leafs’ prospects in the coming season [spoiler alert: Buds are ON THE VERGE]! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ahead of the 47th Toronto International Film Festival, CEO Cameron Bailey talks about growing up in the countryside of Barbados, his time at NOW during the heyday of alternative weekly newspapers, writing his first movie review [DIE HARD!], why he initially said ‘NO’ to Piers Handling, TIFF’s focus on being a ‘walkable audience-centric festival,’ being a voting member for the OSCARS, the craziness of BORAT and Sean Penn, social media engagement lessons learned from Harry Styles, and his admiration for Keanu Reeves and Oprah Winfrey! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The King of Bay Street Wes Hall talks about his humble beginnings in rural Jamaica, lessons learned from his Grandmother, coming of age in Malvern, his past life as the Chicken Catching Grim Reaper, the importance of construction NOT demolition, taking the BlackNorth Pledge, using ‘skin in the game’ to break through barriers, the difference between deals closing on Dragons’ Den vs In Real Life [you’ll be surprised!], and why being a Dragon is not as easy as it looks on tv! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Emergency Room Physician/Author/Radio Host Dr Brian Goldman talks about his long-suffering Maple Leafs fandom, being a ‘browner’ who would study for a blood test, extending his storytelling from the ER to bookwriting to his CBC Radio show, how ‘Medical B.S.’ became ‘White Coat, Black Art,’ avoiding the ‘sunk cost fallacy’, the benefits of teamwork & unburdening, and his best advice for both physicians AND patients! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tea Evangelist David Segal talks about his entrepreneurial roots, his first DAVIDsTEA shop on Queen St West, being a 10 year overnight success, why you need a healthy dose of naivety, getting product into Oprah’s hotel room, why you have a beer with ‘Dave’ but tea with ‘David,’ his entrepreneurial advice [“just START”], and why when it comes to hockey & bagels it’s MONTREAL or bust [booooo!]! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Canada’s First Supermodel Monika Schnarre talks about the risks of swimsuit photoshoots, her connection to BNL & Jason Priestley, her ‘Forrest Gump-iness,’ bloodhound bonding with Luke Perry, her Vogue/Sports Illustrated Swimsuit/BH90210 experiences, official height clarification [spoiler alert: 6’ 1.75”], and why Scarborough Rules! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Canadian/Olympic/World Figure Skating Champion Elvis Stojko talks about Superfan Chuck Norris, inside the Harding/Kerrigan kerfuffle of ’94, Don Cherry defending him, appearing on The Simpsons and Brooklyn 99, his ‘mic drop’ moments landing the quad-double/quad-triple, his relationship with ‘best frenemy’ Kurt Browning, and meeting his figure skating wife at the rink in a Mexican mall! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Broadcaster & Music Historian Alan Cross talks about his Manitoba roots & first transistor radio, his accordion proficiency, CFNY/The Edge to Q107, becoming a 'professional music geek,' his more than 800 episodes of The Ongoing History of New Music, and why we all MUST respect Nickelback! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Comedy King Mark Breslin shares the Yuk Yuk’s story and talks the Order of Canada, Joan Rivers vetting him via Howie Mandel, his initial reaction to Jim Carrey, why “the customer is always in the way,” his Canadian-first booking policy, and “if a customer complains about a comedian, we get rid of the customer!” TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Yorkville Hairstylist Gary Chowen talks about his start at Caruso’s salon, being Cher’s ‘Hair-apist’, his partnership with Bob Mackie, his friendship with John Byner, getting Jim Carrey his first TV gig, and the brilliance of Jose Feliciano! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Former Toronto Raptors broadcaster Chuck Swirsky talks about his Canadian citizenship, ‘what if’ Vince Carter nails that game 7 shot, Kobe’s 81 point game, his talking bobblehead recording session, and the origin of “get out the salami & cheese, mama, this game is OVER!” TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Six-time Grey Cup Champion Adam Rita talks about the Three Amigos [Wayne Gretzky, John Candy, Bruce McNall], that incredible 1991 season, how The Rocket was the Argos’ Gretzky, how Pinball can make you miss in a phonebooth, why Damon Allen is Gumby with a gifted arm, and shares the punchline to “what’s the difference between a Loonie and Doug Flutie?” TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Former Toronto Maple Leafs executive Bob Stellick talks about negotiating with Harold Ballard in front of #1 draft choice Wendel Clark, brother Gord’s reign as GM, Mats Sundin’s helmet choice, and unfettered urination in the Maple Leaf Gardens' troughs! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Boxing Champion Fitz ‘The Whip’ Vanderpool talks about the power of DMX walkout music, ‘With Hope It’s Possible,’ taking the oldest Canadian Champion title away from George Chuvalo, fighting in the Royal York Hotel ballroom, and how in boxing it is ‘better to give than to receive!’ TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
BodyBreak’s Hal Johnson talks about his multi-sport athletic career, his breakout appearance in a Tylenol commercial, the status of his iconic mustache [spoiler alert: it’s coming back!], how a fortuitous session on the pec deck led to his life/business partnership with Joanne McLeod, and why it’s now more important than ever to Keep Fit and Have Fun! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Iconic actor, comedian, impressionist and author John Byner talks about his appearances on Ed Sullivan and Johnny Carson, voicing ‘The Ant and The Aardvark,’ working with Bob ‘Super Dave’ Einstein, his autobiography ‘Five Minutes, Mr Byner!’ and playing over 350 characters on 6 seasons of the BIZARRE comedy sketch series (filmed & produced right here in Toronto)! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Iconic radio personality/podcaster/author Jeff Woods talks about the enduring appeal of classic rock, getting along with Alan Cross & Eric Alper, how his trademark voice developed [hint: smoking, alcohol, lack of sleep], his upcoming podcast Blue Hotel, and how often his is mistaken for Metallica’s James Hetfield (spoiler alert: daily)! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Gardening Expert Mark Cullen talks about being a Member of the Order of Canada, hitting the soil with the 7th generation of Cullens, maintaining ‘brand’ integrity, building Markham’s Eco-Sandbox, why you need to ‘think like a fish,’ and his positive experiences with David and Sharon Johnston, Ed Mirvish, Mel Lastman and Frankie Flowers! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Cheese Boutique’s Maitre Fromager Afrim Pristine talks about his food emporium, his cookbook, his food/travel docuseries, his new wine, the ‘cheese shot’ heard around the world, why the lactose intolerant can rejoice, grilled cheese tips, great places to eat in Toronto NOW, and where to picnic with the best views of the city! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
World Series Champion/Former Blue Jay Rob Butler talks about starting out with Mom’s wrong-handed mitt, getting cut DURING a game at 12, team freezeout leading to the Seoul Olympics, unusual notification of his callup to the bigs, John Kruk’s wise words at 1B, Dave Stewart’s cleat kindness, 2 bros living the dream playing for their hometown Blue Jays, the Philly WS hotel conspiracy, breaking out his WS ring, and living THAT Joe Carter HR! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sportscaster/Writer/Podcaster Paul Romanuk talks about 'Paul’s Friday Night Party' radio show, shishkabob skewers at Filmores, ‘The Penflip’ incident, hockey hotbeds Helsinki & Davos, Beatles Beatles Beatles, and ‘hidden gems’ for Beaches dining! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Former Maple Leafs goaltender Ken Wregget talks about calling his shot on Draft Day, teaming up with Allan Bester, ‘the Save’, winning the Stanley Cup, stopping Joe Juneau’s OT penalty shot, sharing the ice with 66 and 99, and ‘Having Fun at the 31’ Sports Bar & Grille in PA! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
NorthStar Gaming CEO Michael Moskowitz talks about the Apple Newton, the innovation of the hotsync cradle, his love for Halifax AND South America, the early trauma of wiring your car for satellite radio, his made-in-Ontario NorthStar Bets platform, and why CONTENT will be the differentiator in the burgeoning legalized gambling market! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Advertising Guru/Podcaster/Author Terry O’Reilly talks about great mentors, overcoming your ‘best’ mistakes, fist slam moments, solving for what’s stepping on your garden hose, driveway podcasts, and 17 seasons of being Under the Influence! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
CreateTO CEO Vic Gupta talks about leading the City of Toronto’s real estate agency, its key projects within this $27 billion portfolio, working for and with Mayor John Tory, his ‘bromance’ with Aubrey Drake Graham, and where he goes to get the best East African food! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Former Maple Leafs goaltender Allan Bester talks about playing in the NHL at 19, facing a barrage of rubber for the Leafs of the 80s, billeting with Bob Probert, sharing the bunker with Harold Ballard & King Clancy, how he got Gerry Cheevers fired, and why his post-hockey career in Orlando is sweet (hint: golf)! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
'The Sports Voice Guy’ Simon Bennett talks about completing 500 Marlies games, the awesome 2018 Calder Cup championship run, crossing paths with some guys named Barack, Joe and Henry, and why it’s so tough to do play-by-play for swimming! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Celebrate Toronto’s founder/CEO Micayla Doria talks about throwing Toronto’s birthday party festival, the Toronto Made Market, why OCAD rules supreme, Guildwood Park’s sculptural sanctuary, Reservoir Lounge/El Mocambo/Orbit Room/Salad King/King Taco, and how to get the best view from Humber Bay bridge! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Toronto Star baseball columnist Mike Wilner talks about the Blue Jays, Lime Rickeys/Pickle Barrel/Jumbo Video, CIUT-FM 89.5 radio, Peter Gross’ influence, the Hardware City Rock Cats, working with baseball’s first blind announcer, and the irony of scheduling anarchist programming! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
King of All [Tech] Media Marc Saltzman talks about betting big on MP3s, translating Geek to English, hanging at the Playboy mansion, and why ‘turn it off and turn it on again’ is still better than the help desk! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Toronto Mike from Toronto Mike'd talks about celebrating his 1000th episode, getting Chuck D to open up, getting the 'Real Talk,' and learning to play in the Internet sandbox! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Beck Taxi’s Kristine Hubbard talks about continuing the legacy of her Grandfather’s family business, ongoing changes in the industry, working with Jason Priestley, and some tips on passenger etiquette [hint: no snakes]! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Writer and Historical Consultant Jamie Bradburn talks about being the Toronto Star's Quizmaster, the joys of walking Toronto’s diverse neighbourhoods, and why editors deserve more credit than they get! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Educator/Motivator/Author and ‘Ultimate Hockey Dad’ Karl Subban talks about ‘potential’ as a 3 legged stool, his THREE boys’ path to the NHL, PK’s training hill and first pair of skates, his love for Ken Dryden and the Habs, and where to get the best Jerk in Toronto! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Godfather of the Grill Ted Reader talks about cooking at SkyDome, President’s Choice product development with Dave Nichol, re-opening his golf + bbq + beer restaurant ‘The Joint’, and why Kelly Ripa loves her some S’mores Quesadillas! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Globe & Mail's 'Architourist’ Dave LeBlanc talks about his radio career, the non-CNE joys of Exhibition Place, and why Toronto architecture needs a little more weird! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Author David Sax talks about limiting your time online, Montreal vs Toronto, his upcoming book as a pandemic memoir, and lake surfing in the Big Smoke! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Restaurateur Larry Wronzberg talks about the relaunched Sea-Hi Famous Chinese Food, its landmark status in the Jewish community, and that iconic plum sauce! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Legendary Retailer Tap Phong’s Lili Tran talks about 3 generations of the family business, why there are so many types of vegetable peelers, and the importance of a rice cooker! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Author and Organized Crime Expert Peter Edwards talks about his latest book, his weekly column in the Toronto Star, shoutouts from Snoop Dogg, and his involvement in Netflix’s Bad Blood! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Restaurant Pioneer and Entrepreneur Chef Susur Lee talks about his Hong Kong upbringing and how Toronto’s diversity influences the creativity in his cooking! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Leader of Leafs Nation Mike Wilson talks about his incredible memorabilia collection, his Ultimate Road Trip, his podcast with Rick Vaive, his pivot to appraisals, and his upcoming project on The Beer Leagues! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Financial Post columnist/CIBC’s Jamie Golombek talks about tax season, his various newspaper/TV activities, and the return of live music! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Restaurateur Michael Rubino talks about his numerous restaurants, brother power with Guy, his ‘Made to Order’ TV experience, and his foray into indoor vertical farming! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Chef Matt Basile talks about his "shape shifting" entrepreneurial ventures in Toronto’s food industry! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices