Metro Morning

Host David Common speaks with the Toronto Board of Trade about how congestion is driving people to the limit, he also looks at how gun charges fell apart because police lied and he speaks to Toronto Police Chief Myron Demkiw about that issue, and the rise in young teens being involved in gun crime.

Host David Common is back and he gets right to it with a conversation with Alex Panetta, a CBC reporter at the Republican National Convention about Trump and how the conversation changes after the assassination attempt. Also, an exhibit marking Humiliation Day and how the untold stories of the Chinese community are still coming to light. And a conversation with an engineer who tests roller coasters and what she looks for in a good... and safe ride.

As the LCBO strike goes on and the Premier doubles down on making ready to drink cocktails available everywhere, Molly Thomas speaks to OPSEU President JP Hornick about the union's priorities and goals in this strike. The Spadina bus is not just a song, the streetcar's replacement system is not working, but a city councillor says there are plans to improve it. And advice for people scammed by Ticketmaster.

Guest host Molly Thomas talks the LCBO strike and what that means to the government's coffers. Also, a conversation about how Canada tops the list when it comes to ... car theft. And Kevin Blue, CEO of Canada Soccer is having a golden moment, even though the men fell to Messi and the Argentinian team at last night's COPA. He tells us what soccer fans should be excited about in the future.

Guest host Molly Thomas talks to the President of the LCBO workers' union about what is at stake during this strike. And in other good news, rats are getting braver and more common on our streets and a local exterminator says the city could do more to stop them. But first, we have the GTA's newest Guiness Book of World Records holders who solve Rubik's cubes while blindfolded.

Science Centre closed to public but back-of-house researchers and technicians show up everyday to develop, support international exhibits; Football golden age for superfans; Guess the meat and music.

The Metro Morning studio became a salsa studio as guest host Molly Thomas learns what the heck "shum" means.She also speaks to the creator of Fringe show 'Far-Flung People' that finds the humour in some of the chaotic situations that refugees find themselves in -- and she would know. And as Hurricane Beryl makes its way through the Carribbean, we speak to two people hoping their families are safe.

Guest host Molly Thomas talks to the head of the tow truck association about the escalation in violence and if the new regulations will make a difference in the tow truck wars. She also talks to a young developer about how his mother's experience on the streets inspired him to create an app that connects people in need with drop-in programs and shelters. And as the Fringe Festival launches we talk to a playwright about her first show and how traditional Indian dance is part of her modern take on living in the city.

Guest host Molly Thomas hears from the Chair of Science Centre's Board of Trustees who says closing was their only option. We wanted to know more about the risks of RAAC (Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete) so we contacted a researcher in England who says it doesn't have to be a crisis. And a conversation with an Ottawa reporter on the calls from outside of the House for Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to step down, and whether those are going on inside the house as well.

Host David Common talks about the lies, the confusion and the future of the vote after the American presidential debate. And he talks to Rob Benzie from the Toronto Star about if there is a political cost to the sudden closing of the Science Centre. And it's Pride weekend and we hear from a couple who are getting married on a float in the parade.