Maggie invites Dariusz Nowotny, Interim-President of CUPE Local 5089 (union representing TTC constables, fare inspectors and protective service guards) onto the show to discuss the uptick in violent incidents on the TTC. They discuss the experiences of TTC workers, and possible precautions and solutions that could take place in addition to the increased police presence on our transit system.

Toronto City Councillor Alejandra Bravo joins Maggie for the Coffee Talk segment to talk about the most pressing issues facing Toronto, such as violence on the TTC, and how we can bring forth sustainable and effective solutions. Plus, some details from Alejandra's experience on the Budget Committee and how Toronto can be brought to the level of being a "world class city" through this lens.

Guest host Arlene Bynon speaks with Troy Burtch, Senior Manager of Sales and Business Development for Great Lakes Brewery, about the new recommended alcohol consumption guidelines. They speak about this topic from a business perspective, especially for brewers, in addition to a health and social perspective.

This week from ByBlacks, Likam Kyanzaire joins guest host Arlene Bynon to discuss his new article about alternative housing. Likam is a political economy academic, writes for multiple publications including ByBlacks.com, and is an educator in the non-profit sector.

With the recent push towards private health clinics by the provincial government, guest host Ana Bailao speaks with to Leslie Boehm, professor of Health Policy, Management and Evaluation at the University of Toronto. He speaks about the history of Canada's healthcare system and how various factors contribute to the current state of the system.

Guest host Ana Bailao speaks with Not-for-Profit Industry Leader, Consultant, Speaker and Author, Danielle Russell about the not-for-profit sector in Toronto and the impact it has on our society. Danielle also speaks about the privatization of healthcare and some reasons that this push away from public health is challenging for many.

In this Coffee Talk segment, Maggie is joined by Jan de Silva, President and CEO of Toronto Region Board of Trade. They discuss the city's housing plan, immigration, jobs, transit, and how Toronto can fill the role of being a "world class city" from its current state. Jan also responds to the question of how the city can work around the high number of workplaces downtown whose employees are taking the "hybrid" approach, leaving lots of empty office space.

Following the passing of former Lieutenant-Governor of Ontario, David Onley, Michael Onley joins Maggie to pay tribute to his father.

In this week's ByBlacks chat, Likam Kyanzaire talks to Maggie about his latest article which covers the federal government's ban on foreign home buyers and why it is inherently racist. Likam is a political economy academic who writes for multiple publications while working as an educator in the nonprofit sector.

Dr. Nadia Alam, Family Doctor and Past President of the Ontario Medical Association, joins Maggie to discuss Doug Ford's new push to allow the operation of more private health clinics. Hear Dr. Nadia's take on this issue and how it ties in to bigger healthcare issues the province currently faces. Plus, Dr. Nadia explains the lack of discussion around menopause and why talking about it can help women manage the symptoms.