David Suzuki and Stephen Lewis want to connect with Canadian youth on a cross-country speaking tour to stress the importance of taking action on climate change.

Metro Morning Podcast September 13 2019

CBC Radio's Metro Morning keeps listeners informed about what's going on in Toronto and offers listeners an optimistic, sometimes humorous view of the world, together with the day's more serious news.

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Host David Common takes on two trash talking hockey fans from opposite sides of the country. One who is peddling $67 dollar Maple Leaf poutine with a side of disappointment, Leaf fans take note. He also checks in with a food bank about a viral video from a bank worker who says the food bank is a great place to stock up, and he talks to a GTA man who bought a car from a dealership and later found out it was stolen, using a method police say is on the rise... you may want to check your VIN.

Wednesday, April 24: Trash Talk

Host David Common talks to Beau Pinto who is checking out the city's 'sketchiest bars' but has found them to be places that provide community.. as well as some things he can't mention on the radio. David also talks to two Grade 12 students from Brampton who won an international competition about living in space. They say the sky's the limit for women in science.

Tuesday, April 23: To boldly go where no one has gone before

Umar Zameer's lawyer talks about his client, the evidence, the family of the victim, the police chief, and politicians who were "reckless" commenting on the case for years before the trial.

Metro Morning Monday Apr 22: Not guilty, not 'intentional and deliberate'

Guest host Molly Thomas speaks to the co-curator of an exhibit on crime and footwear. Did you know that the word 'sneaker' is rooted in the way it allows people to 'sneak' around? Plus, could smaller trucks save lives?

Thursday, April 19: These Boots Are Made for Lawbreakin'

The new federal budget plans to spend 53 million billion dollars, targeting Gen Z and millenials' future needs. David Common speaks to Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow about what it means for this city. Lots of disagreement amongst our political panel on the possible effects on the Liberals' sliding fortunes and also between two economists on what this means for future generations. 

Metro Morning Podcast September 13 2019

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