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Toronto is home, but how well do you really know it? Host Dani Stover brings you in-depth interviews and stories about the wild, random, important, and under-appreciated places, people and things that... more
FAQs about blogTO:How many episodes does blogTO have?The podcast currently has 486 episodes available.
March 05, 2020One of Toronto's most famous bookstores might be forced to close due to rent hikeA Goodlife Fitness temporarily shut down because of a possible coronavirus contamination. Two more cases of COVID-19 have been confirmed in Ontario, which brings the current total up to 22. The historic Gladstone Hotel was sold to developers, and a beloved indie bookstore may be forced to close because of a huge rent hike. Lady Gaga is coming to Rogers Centre this summer as part of her Chromatica Ball Tour. Plus, Xiang Long Zhua Zhua is the place to go for braised and fried chicken feet in Toronto....more11minPlay
March 04, 2020A Toronto college shut down for the day to disinfect for coronavirusJohn Mulaney hosted Saturday Night Live for the second time, after cancelling his Toronto shows for the third time to do it, but he wore a cool t-shirt to make it up to us. A neighbourhood has had enough of a dangerous crosswalk after another tragic accident, and a private college near Yonge and Sheppard shut down for the day to disinfect for coronavirus. Plus, Gatsby's Speakeasy is the only bar in the city with dueling pianos....more12minPlay
March 03, 2020Toronto condo residents warned that security staff tested positive for COVID-19Residents of a Scarborough high rise are being warned that a security staffer who just tested positive for COVID-19 was working in the building the week prior to his diagnosis. The search continues for passengers who rode a GO bus with a coronavirus patient last week, and even the Toronto Raptors are being advised to not high five fans to avoid the spread of germs. Crews & Tangos, a popular drag bar in the Village may be turned into a condo. Plus, Conzo’s is a new pizzeria from the team behind Sugo....more13minPlay
March 02, 2020Cases of coronavirus more than doubled in Toronto over the weekendEight new cases of COVID-19 were confirmed in the GTA over the weekend, with another three announced on Monday, taking the total in Ontario up to 18. Everyone in Toronto, including the TTC, seems to be confused about the rules regarding Presto's two-hour transfer window. Plus, the new Completo takes over an old hardware store in East Chinatown....more12minPlay
February 28, 2020Toronto is now trying to find a home for Hydro CatA new report runs down the most expensive cities for closing costs when it comes to buying a home. A weather advisory was issued for the city, which could make for another wintry weekend, and mess of an evening commute. The kitty rescued from a telephone pole yesterday, and dubbed "Hydro Cat" is looking for a new home, on the ground. The Black Keys will play Budweiser Stage this summer. Plus, Tam is a laid-back restaurant in the junction serving Vietnamese street food....more13minPlay
February 27, 2020Toronto rallies to save freezing cat from top of hydro poleAn ice-cold kitty got stuck atop a hydro pole this morning near Dufferin and Bloor. Police and Transport Canada are investigating after a mysterious green laser struck an ORNGE air ambulance helicopter earlier this month. The husband of the woman who was Ontario's fifth confirmed coronavirus case, has also tested positive for COVID-19. Plus, the R.C. Harris Water Treatment Plant is the oldest building in Toronto that is still serving its original purpose....more13minPlay
February 26, 2020Historic Wheat Sheaf Tavern in Toronto announces reopening dateAnother case of COVID-19 has been confirmed in Toronto, but health officials maintain that the risk to residents is low. A newly-released spring forecast says that temperatures in the city will be warmer than last year, but that isn't saying much. After undergoing renovations, the historic Wheat Sheaf Tavern has announced its reopening date. Plus, Gusto 501 is an impressive, multi-level, all-day Italian cafe, restaurant, and bar in Corktown....more14minPlay
February 25, 2020Toronto zamboni driver David Ayres was on Colbert last nightDavid Ayres, the Toronto zamboni driver who was called up to play goalie in an NHL game against the Leafs this past weekend, made an appearance on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert. Clinton's Tavern staff are speaking out after the sudden closure, and are holding out hope for a miracle investor. Locations were announced for ten new legal weed stores that will open across the GTA. Plus, Scarlet Ibis is a Toronto staple for Guyanese cuisine....more14minPlay
February 21, 2020Toronto is one week away from a potential garbage strikeA man who was accused of stealing at a Value Village in Leslieville went on a racist tirade before he left the store, and it was caught on video. Toronto is a week away from a potential garbage strike, and new and improved Ontario licence plates should be ready in a few weeks. Hollywood Medium, Tyler Henry is coming to Meridian Hall, and Boonsik is a cute, new Korean snack bar in Little Italy....more12minPlay
February 20, 2020Ontario government now blaming 3M for faulty new licence platesDoug Ford and company are now admitting that there is a readability issue with the province's new, blue licence plates, but they seem to be pointing fingers at 3M. People are already finding problems with the city's new DineSafe-style apartment guide, and a human brain from Toronto was seized by U.S. border officials. The Weeknd will perform at Scotiabank Arena this summer. Plus, Meta Cannabis is a new weed store in an old bank near Yonge-Dundas Square, and they're trying to make "Yongesterdam" happen....more17minPlay
FAQs about blogTO:How many episodes does blogTO have?The podcast currently has 486 episodes available.