Toronto Today
Steve regularly appears on Toronto Today, along with host Greg Brady, to do deep dives into the politics affecting Torontonians. Tune-in to AM 640 every Wednesday morning at 6:50 am, or listen to the podcast version at your convenience. Episodes below.
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Episodes
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Lloyd Robertson’s Enduring Legacy in Canadian Journalism
Greg Brady & Steve Paikin, Author and Broadcaster, host of The Paikin Podcast discuss: Former CTV News chief anchor Lloyd Robertson dies at 92.
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Chris Alexander Takes on Toronto: A New Mayoral Contender
Greg Brady spoke to Steve Paikin, Author and Broadcaster, host of The Paikin Podcast about Former Conservative MP Chris Alexander to run for Toronto mayor.
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Bridge Politics and an Abrupt Exit
Greg Brady talked to Steve Paikin, Author and Broadcaster, and host of The Paikin Podcast, about the opening of the Gordie Howe Bridge, MPP Jill Dunlop’s staffer ending her interview with the CBC early , and more.
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Is Pierre Poilievre Running to Win—or Just to Oppose?
Greg Brady & Steve Paikin, Author and Broadcaster, host of The Paikin Podcast discuss: 1 – Does Pierre Poilievre actually want to be prime minister? 2 – Marit Stiles says out loud what many Ontarians are thinking. So why won’t they vote for her?
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When Sports Call: Ontario’s Attendance Policy Update
Greg Brady spoke to Steve Paikin, Author and Broadcaster, host of The Paikin Podcast about Ontario education minister ‘clarifying’ students will be allowed to miss class for sports.
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Super Majority or Sinking Ship? Doug Ford’s Poll Problem
Greg Brady & Steve Paikin, Author and Broadcaster, host of The Paikin Podcast discuss: 1- ‘I’m no Justin Trudeau’: Doug Ford denies sinking popularity; and, 2 – Oilers officially name Babcock head coach; Smith part of staff.
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After 75 Years: The End of Hockey Night on CBC
Greg Brady spoke with Steve Paikin, Author and Broadcaster, host of The Paikin Podcast about End of an era: ‘Hockey Night in Canada’ won’t return to CBC this fall & Social Media Bans.
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Roads to the World Cup: Navigating Toronto on Match Days
Greg Brady spoke to Steve Paikin, Author and Broadcaster, host of The Paikin Podcast about road closures in place on FIFA match days in Toronto.
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Inside the Showdown That Cost Scott Pelley His Job
Greg Brady spoke with Steve Paikin, Author and Broadcaster, host of The Paikin Podcast about CBS News Terminates Scott Pelley’s Contract After Verbal Confrontation With New ‘60 Minutes’ Executive Producer.
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Canada at a Crossroads: Carney on Alberta Separation
Greg Brady & Steve Paikin, Author and Broadcaster, host of The Paikin Podcast discuss: 1 – Mark Carney says Alberta separation would require ‘clear majority’ in referendum 2 – Carter Hart walks into another scandal and this time it’s political
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Inside the Liberal Nomination Dispute
Greg Brady spoke with Steve Paikin, Author and Broadcaster, host of The Paikin Podcast about Liberal MP challenges nomination loss for Scarborough Southwest byelection.
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Ford, Stiles, and the Politics of Political Labels
Greg Brady & Steve Paikin, Author and Broadcaster, host of The Paikin Podcast discuss: 1 – Toronto Maple Leafs win 1st pick in 2026 NHL draft lottery; 2 – Doug Ford accuses NDP leader Marit Stiles of “trump-style” comments.
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Fault Lines: Violence in Modern Politics
Greg Brady spoke to Steve Paikin, Author and Broadcaster, host of The Paikin Podcast about political violence in today’s society.
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Is It More Violent in Toronto Than It Was 20 Years Ago?
Greg Brady spoke to Steve Paikin, Author and Broadcaster, host of The Paikin Podcast about Fairview Mall security employee shot after confronting thief near jewelry store
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The Untold Stories of the Liberal Convention
Greg Brady spoke to Steve Paikin, Author and Broadcaster, host of The Paikin Podcast about The people you didn’t hear from at the Liberal convention.
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The 2-Week Window: Diplomacy, Pressure, and What Comes Next
Greg Brady & Steve Paikin, Author and Broadcaster, host of The Paikin Podcast discuss: 1 – U.S. and Iran agree to 2-week ceasefire as Trump pulls back on threats; 2 – TDSB to reduce teacher staffing allocation by 600 roles.
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No Comeback at Augusta: Tiger Woods Hits Pause
Greg Brady spoke with Steve Paikin, Author and Broadcaster, host of The Paikin Podcast about Stephen Lewis passes away at 88 & Tiger Woods to enter treatment program, no Masters comeback: ‘I am stepping away’
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Tuition Tensions: Protests Against OSAP Reforms
Greg Brady spoke with Steve Paikin, Author and Broadcaster, host of The Paikin Podcast about Ontario students, advocates protest Ford government’s proposed OSAP changes.
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When Sports & Politics Intersect
Greg Brady & Steve Paikin, Author and Broadcaster, host of The Paikin Podcast discuss: 1 – Doug Ford says he has no idea who a Liberal leadership candidate is 2 – U.S. falls short again in WBC final as Venezuela stuns star-studded roster
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Will Safety Decide City Hall?
Greg Brady spoke to Steve Paikin, The Paikin Podcast about will crime and safety become the #1 issue in the municipal elections?
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OSAP Uproar: Toronto Protest Leads to Arrests
Greg Brady spoke with Steve Paikin, The Paikin Podcast about John Tory decides not to seek re-election as Toronto’s mayor because of ‘inevitable attacks’, Police make 2 arrests during Toronto protest over OSAP changes & another Ford mulling run for Toronto mayor.
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Toronto’s Convention Centre: One of the Worst? Ford Thinks So
Greg spoke to Steve Paikin, Author, Broadcaster and host of The Paikin Podcast about Ford says Toronto has ‘one of the worst’ convention centres in the world, teases rebuild.
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Borders and Ballots: Alberta’s Immigration Showdown
Greg Brady spoke with Steve Paikin, Author and Broadcaster, host of The Paikin Podcast about Alberta to hold immigration referendum.
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Deadly Attack in Tumbler Ridge: A Community Shattered
Greg Brady spoke to Steve Paikin, Author and Broadcaster, host of The Paikin Podcast about Deadly attack shatters quiet community of Tumbler Ridge.
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Trump’s Greenland Pivot: What Changed?
Greg Brady spoke with Steve Paikin, Author and Broadcaster, host of The Paikin Podcast about Trump cancels tariff threat over Greenland, says NATO agreed to ‘framework’ of future Arctic deal.
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After the Resignations: Where Ontario and Quebec Politics Go Next
Greg Brady talked to Steve Paikin, Author and Broadcaster, and host of The Paikin Podcast, about how the resignations of Ontario Liberal Party Leader Bonnie Crombie and Quebec Premier François Legault reshape the provincial scene and what voters should expect next
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Think Tank, Novemeber 18, 2025
Canada budget recap; Toronto Parking Authority, Palestinian flag raised at city hall.
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Think Tank, November 11, 2025
Pride in the military, TTC social engineering, TDSB pauses Chromebook program.
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Think Tank, November 4th, 2025
TTC World Series Woes; A budget for all Canadians?; Wab Kinew’s statement; NYC mayoral race.
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Think Tank, October 28th, 2025
Ford, Carney and Trade talks with U.S., changes to Ontario elections, Alberta teachers back to work, a new MLB expansion team?
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Think Tank, October 23, 2025
Bluejays good vibes, the MATH coming from the Housing Minister, the auto industry.
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Think tank, October 14, 2025
The Middle East peace plan. Kids are getting smartphones at much younger ages.
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Think Tank, September 29th, 2025
Are apologies, monuments, ceremonies, and land acknowledgements meaningful?; Chow’s funding shortfall; Home invasion cameras.
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Think Tank, September 16
Steve and Eric Lombardi discuss how to solve the housing crisis, the rise of criminality and violent crime. Also Bonnie Crombie’s resignation.
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Think Tank, September 2, 2025
Ugly GTA crime stories, Toronto school boards, CEO steals hat at USOpen.
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Think Tank, August 26, 2025
A difficult conversation about medical assistance in dying, and whether too many Canadians are availing themselves of this option inappropriately.