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Ontario Today Phone-Ins

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Separation
Gardening
Family Law
Swedish Death Cleaning
Ontario Science Centre
Horticulture
Property Rights
Marriage
Eldest Daughter Syndrome
Joe Biden
Ontario
Donald Trump
Toronto
Common Law Relationships
Inheritance
Canadian Couples
BC Family Law Changes
Mortality
Cultural Expectations
Code-Switching

Unscripted and honest radio debates. Ontario Today is never shy. The host, studio guests and callers dive right into the contentious issues of the day. CBC Radio One from 12 to 1 ET. Call-in 1-888-817-8995.

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Latest Episodes

Our regular gardening expert Paul Zammit is in to talk about growing fresh greens inside -- things like sprouts and leafy greens-- so you can enjoy fresh produce all winter. He also takes your gardening questions.

We hear your thoughts on changes to the province's Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) and hikes to tuition. Our guest is higher education policy researcher Elizabeth Buckner. She's an associate professor at the Ontario Institute for Studies in... more

We hear what it was like for you to fall head over heals in love with someone and we speak with a researcher who looks at what happens when we develop a romantic interest in someone, especially in early adulthood. Diana Peragine is an instructor and ... more

Your stories with guests who represent some of the people working at Ontario hospitals, the folks who run them, and the number crunchers. Guests include Michael Hurley, president of CUPE's Ontario Council of Hospital Unions, as well as Jeffrey Novak,... more

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Diana Peragine
Instructor and postdoctoral research fellow at the Biopsychosocial Investigations of Gender Lab
University of Toronto
Episode: What was the crazy thing you did for love?
Dr. Gail Beck
Child and youth psychiatrist at the Royal Ottawa Mental Health Centre
Royal Ottawa Mental Health Centre
Episode: The mass shooting in BC -- How does it hit home for you?
Paul Waldie
The Globe and Mail's Europe correspondent
The Globe and Mail
Episode: Should Canada care what happens in Greenland?
Omar Dabaghi-Pacheco
CBC reporter covering the Olympics
CBC
Episode: Milano Cortina 2026: Why do the games matter to you?
Scott Russell
Veteran CBC Olympics correspondent
CBC
Episode: Milano Cortina 2026: Why do the games matter to you?
Alina Snisarenko
Reporter with CBC Toronto
CBC Toronto
Episode: High school grade inflation: How does it hurt students?
Murray Brewster
CBC's Parliamentary Defence and Foreign Policy Reporter
CBC
Episode: The promise of a big boost to military and reserve personnel: What's standing in the way of recruitment?
Christian Leuprecht
Professor at the Royal Military College and Queen's University, Senior Fellow at the Macdonald Laurier Institute
Episode: The promise of a big boost to military and reserve personnel: What's standing in the way of recruitment?
Lucan Way
Distinguished professor of democracy at the University of Toronto, a fellow at the Royal Society of Canada
University of Toronto
Episode: Why are you watching what's happening in Minneapolis so closely?

Hosts

Amanda Pfeffer
Host of Ontario Today, with experience in leading discussions on various societal topics, emphasizing listener engagement and expert insights.
Stu Mills
Host of Ontario Today, known for engaging audiences and facilitating conversations about current events and pressing issues.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 193 ratings
  • Very informative

    Podcast Addict
    5
    JaneR
    a month ago
  • Kindness

    Just remembering when I had no food or money as a young student and a lady from my church showed up unannounced at my door with 3 bags of groceries. I had just been rejected by that same group for being gay. Thx for reminding me with your show!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    maruggles
    Canadaa year ago
  • Nsicop

    Foreign interference in our political system amounting to treason, media outlets are implicated in being compromised in the articles they write or being paid to write articles for the sake of foreign entities to influence in nefarious ways. Pierre Polievre being allegedly accused of working with India to gain leadership of his party by slandering Patric Brown and not a peep from your program on thoughts from the Canadian people. What’s happening at the CBC?

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    What the _ _ _ _ !
    Canada2 years ago
  • Rita and ananda are amazing!!

    Rita I love your show! I listen every day!! Good show today Miss Laura Lynch Love Amanda she is awesome!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lester marley
    Canada2 years ago
  • Ontario Today

    I enjoy most programs as they deal with issues that expand on current day events. Hearing from people who have experience in the topic at hand is quite relevant and appreciated.

    I especially enjoy the Garden show but wish it could be an hour long. Thirty minutes is a teaser. I appreciate Paul’s knowledge base and experience but I wonder what it would be like to have guest “horticulturist from time to time? Thank you.

    Cheryl

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    snorkelady
    Canada2 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the varied perspectives that bring depth and personal stories to serious topics.
The inclusion of experts and community voices adds credibility and relevance to the discussions.
Overall, the podcast is seen as a valuable platform for honest discussion on critical societal issues.
Some express desire for less interruption during caller contributions to allow fuller expressions of their opinions.
The gardening segments are highly praised by enthusiasts but may not appeal to all listeners, indicating a mixed reception for various segments.

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Hospital budget crunch: What does it look like at your hospital?
Q: What does the health care budget crunch look like at your hospital?
Hospitals are experiencing significant budget cuts, resulting in long wait times and understaffing that directly affect patient care.
Should Canada care what happens in Greenland?
Q: What is your sense about where negotiations are at regarding Greenland?
There was a deal met involving high-level working groups, but concerns over U.S. motivations persist.
Should Canada care what happens in Greenland?
Q: What was it like to be there in person?
It was interesting as the tension had died down post-Trump's threats, but concerns about U.S. interests in Greenland remained.
The mass shooting in BC -- How does it hit home for you?
Q: Why does this hit home for you?
Because as a primary care provider, I'm concerned about the systemic issues in mental health that lead to situations like this, and the lack of interconnected support systems.
The mass shooting in BC -- How does it hit home for you?
Q: What happens at a school when they have an event where there is a death, where there is violence?
Usually, schools mobilize around providing support to educators and students, but the resources often aren't sufficient to meet the needs.

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Focused on topical and contentious issues, this podcast engages listeners through unscripted conversations, inviting diverse opinions and experiences. Each episode features a variety of callers sharing their perspectives and personal stories, often enhanced by insights from experts and practitioners across fields such as healthcare, politics, mental health, and social issues. The format emphasizes community engagement and exchange of ideas, with episodes frequently tackling pressing current events and societal concerns. Special segments also explore more niche interests like gardening, reflecting a blend of serious discussion intertwined with lighter, seasonal topics.

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1. Diana Peragine
2. Dr. Gail Beck
3. Paul Waldie
4. Omar Dabaghi-Pacheco
5. Scott Russell
6. Alina Snisarenko
7. Murray Brewster
8. Christian Leuprecht

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