Greg looks at today's top stories with a couple of guests: Ben Mulroney, Broadcaster and Ambassador for the Canadian National Institute for the Blind.

AND Ana Bailao, former deputy mayor and city councillor

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Auto Workers Strike 0:00

Greg lays out why the United Auto Workers strike, which began overnight, is so historic, and the impact it could have on not just parts/cars being shipped to Canada, but Ford workers planning a potential strike on Monday.

Ontario Liberal Party Debate 2:39

Greg goes through some of the hot moments from the first leadership debate in the race to choose a new Ontario Liberal leader.

Patrick Brown 6:33

The mayor of Brampton is pleased by one federal government announcement, but the refugee/migrant crisis has hit Brampton's city hard, and he's urgently asking for help from other levels of government.

Roy Green 14:00

The national radio host lays out why he's skeptical any funding announcements from the Trudeau Liberals can be of great assistance prior to the next federal election.

Kurt Baudenhausen 19:34

The business reporter for Sportico explains why the popular brand BIOSTEEL declared bankruptcy, and whether or not we start to quickly see the product disappear from store shelves.

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Intro 0:00

Peel Region District School Board takes a directive to modernize their school libraries and make them more diverse, but in doing so, they simply remove all books before a certain year - and this century, at that. Plus, Bonnie Crombie decides she will vacate the Mayor's chair in Mississauga, going against her initial pledge that she would remain there as she runs to be Ontario's Liberal Party leader

Females Can Request Female Drivers 10:42

On the rideshare app Lyft, females can now request a female driver to pick them up. Will this create a new trend?

Catherine Fife 14:23

NDP MPP Catherine Fife is pushing for the passing of a new long-term care law that will prevent couples from being separated, should one person age faster than the other.

Mike Moffatt 22:42

A housing announcement in London Wednesday was a new announcement about a prior federal commitment. Dr. Mike Moffatt, our housing/real estate expert weighs in on the need for urgent action from the Liberals on this critical issue.

Josh Matlow 28:53

Toronto city councilor Josh Matlow responds to criticism the city of Toronto needs to be more vocal and urgent to prevent a provincial government plan to reshape the Ontario Place land by Toronto's waterfront.

6-4-Zero 34:37

A fast-moving package featuring the top stories you'll be talking about, the latest weather, and a deeper dive into one of those big topics.

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Intro 0:00-8:56

The city of Toronto wants federal funding to cover the costs of its migration and refugee scenario. Greg lays out why the federal Liberal cabinet minister who handles that file didn't write a cheque yesterday

6-4-Zero 8:56-15:22

The daily drive around the biggest topics you'll be discussing all day long, plus the 4-day forecast, & a "zero in" on one of the big issues of your day.

Dr. Kwadwo Kyeremanteng 15:22-23:55

The Ottawa ICU doctor is the author of a new book, and he lays out the difficult road travelled through being a brave & determined pandemic voice

Toronto TTC chair Jamaal Myers 23:55-32:09

A racist and misogynistic incident on a TTC bus results in an arrest, & reaction across the city, for the incident itself, and the slow police response time to it.

Eric Kam 32:09-40:10

Our economics expert lays out the concern about an increase in US inflation data, and its impact on our own economy in the weeks to come.

How Will A New Booster Land With People? 40:10-46:44

Greg explains why the new Moderna booster and a public health plea for masking to become a "habit" won't land with the public well.

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The TTC makes a major step forward providing cell service for customers 0:00-9:21

"Greg weighs the benefits of being able to use your cellphone on the TTC subway, while noting other large cities have found a way to benefit financially, from making deals with telecom companies - something Toronto struggled to do."

Lisa, Mom of trans daughter 9:21-19:12

"Greg speaks to a GTA mother who found out via a voicemail message that her child was using a different first name at school only."

Pierre On A Plane 19:12-24:39

"Greg & Sheba discuss the WestJet flight carrying CPC leader Pierre Poilievre, and the decision to make a political speech on the plane."

Ron Butler 24:39-31:00

"The mortgage broker weighs in on the frustration over housing prices falling, while interest rates remain high, and the direction the market will go in the months to come."

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Ford Fest in Kitchener 0:00-9:53

"Greg's thoughts on Doug Ford's trip to Kitchener for another Ford Fest event, & the volume of protesters who got very vocal about policies they don't approve of"

Anthony Furey 9:53-20:53

"The Toronto Mayoral candidate & 640 contributor/guest host had his car attacked Friday night with his wife and three children in it. He tells Greg what happened and how unsettling the violent incident was"

Colin D'Mello 20:53-29:02

"Global's Queen's Park Bureau Chief reveals the inner content of Premier Ford's mandate letters to his cabinet, from back in 2018 when the PCs became the governing party, and why they battled to keep the letters private for so long"

Gender/schools discussion 29:02-34:16

"Greg & Sheba discuss Doug Ford's "indoctrination" comment at Kitchener's Ford Fest, over the weekend, and the need for Ontario to craft a ruling that clears up confusion about protocols for teachers, parents, and kids alike."

Greg on 9/11 34:16-46:22

"Greg recounts the tragic & historic day 22 years ago on September 11th, while being on-air in Detroit, while also looking to track down his sister in Manhattan"

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Your daily highlights of Toronto Today with Greg Brady, Sheba Siddiqui & Gord Rennie. On today's episode:

1 - International students in Canada living inside a tent on the side of a road. (0:15 - 13:10)

2 - Karen Littlewood, President of the OSSTF. (13:16- 22:30)

3 - Nate Erskine-Smith, Liberal MP Beaches-East York, running for leader of the OLP.  (22:36 - 31:24)

4 - Jimmy Fallon - he’s on it already, & w/ an apology & IN/OUT - mouthwash/gum chewing gum in the car. (31:30 - 39:40)

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Your daily highlights of Toronto Today with Greg Brady, Sheba Siddiqui & Gord Rennie. On today's episode:

1 - Toronto City Council looked for ways to make money. (0:15 - 9:03)

2 - Brad Bradford, Toronto City Councillor for Beaches-East York. (9:09 - 19:18)

3 - Girl dead, 12 year old boy charged with murder. Is that old enough to be held responsible for murder?  (19:24 - 28:10)

4 - Sean O’Shea, GN investigative journalist. (28:16 - 36:05)

5 - Stephen Lecce, Minister of Education. (36:11 - 43:00)

6 - Controversial Halton teacher starts first day at Hamilton school. (43:06 - 52:12)

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Your daily highlights of Toronto Today with Greg Brady, Sheba Siddiqui & Gord Rennie. On today's episode:

1 - New provincial polling numbers - quite a dip for the Ford government. (0:15 - 8:39)

2 - Yasir Naqvi, MP for Ottawa Centre and running for Leader of the OLP. (8:45 - 16:00)

3 - Brad Bradford, Toronto City Councillor for Beaches-East York. (16:06 - 27:40)

4 - Ilyas Hussein, TMU sports writer for The EyeOpener. (27:46 - 35:46)

5 - Steve Paikin, TVO’s The Agenda. (35:52 - 42:38)

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Your daily highlights of Toronto Today with Greg Brady, Sheba Siddiqui & Gord Rennie. On today's episode:

1 - Premier Doug Ford shuffles cabinet after Housing Minister Steve Clark resigns. (0:15 - 8:20)

2 - Mike Schreiner, Leader of the Ontario Green Party. (8:26 - 17:08)

3 - Why does Grade 9 go for its own day Tuesday at many schools? (17:14 - 26:44)

4 - Jamaal Myers, Councillor for Scarborough North Ward 23. (28:51 - 36:50)

5 - Derek Finkle, Journalist and author of No Claim to Mercy and his new documentary: The Day Liz Disappeared. (36:55 - 46:47)

6 - Greg & Sheba both went to the Guns N Roses concert. (46:41 - 55:26)

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