Best Whatever It Takes A Degrassi Podcast Podcasts (2025)

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'Bail reform' gets thrown around a lot... but this GTA couple believes it could have saved their daughter's life 11:51

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The federal government is looking to make changes to bail in criminal cases, and that's personal for Paul Henderson and Flo Bellman. They open up about why they believe changes to bail could have prevented the death of their daughter five years ago.

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Doug Ford thinks speed cameras are a 'tax grab.' His solicitor general explains why 14:52

6d ago14:52

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Ontario's Solicitor General, Michael Kerzner, defends the province's move to ban speed cameras. He also speaks with David about bail reform and Marineland.

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Episode 49: We watched Country Crush so you don't have to. | Degrassi: Goes Hollywood 35:48

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In this new series, the gang will be taking a look at Movies and TV that star Degrassi Actors that was done either before, during, or after their time on the show! For the first episode of this little series, they take a look at the 2016 classic (?) Country Crush starring Munroe Chambers, Jana Kramer, and Madeline Merlo. Hear our thoughts on this c…

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Whatever it takes: A Degrassi Documentary 14:46

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Reporter Haydn Watters caught up with two former cast members ahead of the documentary 'Degrassi: Whatever It Takes' TIFF premiere. Plus James Monkman on an immersive exhibit called 'Mekwâc' that imparts ancient stories of the Cree.

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David's Pick: Carney's plan to bring small modular reactors to Ontario’s Darlington nuclear power 8:21

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Prime Minister Mark Carney unveiled a list of five "nation building projects" including a plan to bring small modular reactors to Darlington, Ontario. Tech columnist Francis Syms explains what that could look like.

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Tackling the misconceptions and stereotypes of sex workers through film 10:15

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Andrea Werhun's memoir largely inspired the Oscar-winning film "Anora". Now one year later, she'll get a starring role on the big screen herself -- in a documentary based on her memoir "Modern Whore."

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What determines genocide? 18:55

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The world's leading genocide scholars' association is calling Israel's action in Gaza a genocide. We'll unpack what that means with Omer Bartov an expert on the subject, who is also a former IDF soldier.

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David's Pick: Is this the right time to buy your first home? 7:08

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Housing prices are falling in major cities across the country. The CBC's Ashley Fraser looks into if now is this the right time for first-time buyers to jump into the market.

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The surprising benefits of the office suck-up 11:02

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Metro Morning's career coach Emily Durham explains how managing up can actually benefit your whole team. Plus, the adults who are gearing up for summer camp in the GTA.

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David's Pick: The 'God Father of A.I.' says the technology needs to be built with maternal instinct 9:32

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If you think about artificial intelligence and worry about a world where machines wipe out humans, Nobel Prize winner Geoffrey Hinton shares those concerns. But now he says there is one way to protect ourselves: We need to build A.I. to be like a mother.

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The tragic death of 8-year-old Javhai Roy 10:06

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Marcell Wilson is an anti-gun violence advocate and a family spokesperson for Javhai Roy's family. David speaks with him about what Javhai Roy's loss has meant for the people who knew him and what it says about gun violence in the GTA.

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Businesses in Little Jamaica fear they won't survive the construction of the Eglinton Crosstown LRT 18:14

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As the Eglinton Crosstown opening continues to be delayed, located in thick of construction is the neighbourhood of Little Jamaica. Guest host Stephanie Skenderis speaks to Diana Lalor with the Little Jamaica BIA. Plus, the Toronto artist highlighting the beauty of pigeons.

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Can HRifying your relationships really keep them running? 13:33

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The demands of modern life can be demanding. Kim De Laat is an assistant professor of organization and human behaviour at the University of Waterloo. She explains why people are turning to workplace apps and practices to manage their personal lives. Plus, Haydn Watters hangs out with the Boys and Girls Club West Scarborough to hear about their visi…

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The future of Old City Hall and the surprising economy of worms 19:20

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Take a step through history at Old City Hall. While the City considers what to do with one of Toronto's architectural jewels, they've reopened it for public visits and weddings. Our reporter Haydn Watters takes a tour and we hear from the first couple to be married there in about 35 years. Plus, worms! Southern Ontario is the worm capital of North …

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Fascist Fight Clubs in Hamilton and Niagara 7:51

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The CBC's Eric Szeto speaks to David about his investigation into fascist fight clubs operating in Hamilton and Niagara region.

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How A.I. is making waves in the music industry in the GTA and beyond 12:06

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They're a trending. They've got millions of streams. And they don't actually exist. Guest host Stephanie Skenderis explores the A.I. generated music group Velvet Sundown is changing the music industry. She speaks with U of T's Ely Lyonbloom and Toronto musician Skye Wallace about it.

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It's all a bunch of sludge: The tactic used by big companies to keep you from cancelling subscriptions 14:16

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Guest host Jill Dempsey speaks with Managing Director of the Canadian SHIELD Institute Vass Bednar about the growing problem of sludge. Plus, producer Shyloe Fagan hits the streets to hear sludge stories from Torontonians.

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David's Pick: The Grade 5 class behind Niagara Fall's first-ever inclusive car show 7:23

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Cameron Collins is 12-years-old and loves cars. David spoke to him about how his love of cars inspired his classmates to put on an inclusive car show to raise awareness around autism.

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The Zamboni-like robot roaming Ontario's shores this summer 13:43

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It's name is BeBot and it's cleaning up Ontario's beaches this summer. David speaks with Melissa Young, CEO of Pollution Probe about it. Plus, Environmental Defence's Karen Wirsig speaks to David about the province's proposal to pull back on some of its recycling program.

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David's Pick: Puking, squawking and pooping all over the place. Why the Cormorant is Toronto's most divisive bird 8:43

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Depending who you ask, they are either ruining the ecosystem or restoring it. David speaks to Ontario Nature's Andres Jimenez Monge about Cormorants.

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How a new wellness centre at St. Mike's Hospital hopes to build trust with Toronto's Indigenous people 14:55

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Roberta Pike is the director of Indigenous Wellness at Unity Health Toronto. She tells David about a new wellness centre at St. Mike's that is hoping to help mend the relationship between the healthcare system and Indigenous people in Toronto. Plus, why Marsha Shandur is encouraging people in the city to tap into the childhood joy of parachutes.…

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Episode 48: Degrassi On Broadway! 58:14

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We're back!! To celebrate our glorious return, we have decided to talk about two things we love dear: Degrassi and Musicals! We took some of out favorite Degrassi Characters and cast them in what's currently playing on and off Broadway. Including this years Tony Nominated Shows.

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David's Pick: What a Toronto man learned after hitting a pedestrian with his car 8:05

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It was a normal coffee run -- until Michael Taylor heard the crunch. He reflects with David on the moment he hit a priest with his car and how it changed how he drives.

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The landlord offering private healthcare as a perk to its tenants 15:12

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Colleen Krempulec is a managing partner with Hazelview Properties. She tells David why the company is offering private health care as an incentive to its tenants. Plus, David speaks to Vivian Stamatopoulos, a long-term care advocate, about a bill recently introduced by the province that would remove inspection reports from the public record after t…

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David's Pick: On tyranny, freedom and empathy with renowned U of T scholar Timothy Snyder 23:05

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Renowned scholar Timothy Snyder talks to David about the impact of Donald Trump's populism and what is needed to forge a future beyond the removal of oppression.

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Royson James receives the Order of Ontario for his work at the Toronto Star 17:49

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Royson James covered the city for 35 years as a journalist with the Toronto Star. Now, he's been honoured with the Order of Ontario for his work. He talks to David about how the industry has changed.

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David's Pick: What Stephen Toope thinks about the brain drain, academic freedom and Donald Trump's fight with Harvard 11:34

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Stephen Toope is the former vice-chancellor of Cambridge University and current CEO of the Canadian Institute for Advanced Research. He speaks to David about Donald Trump's feud with America's oldest and wealthiest school: Harvard University.

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The American fugitive living as a self-styled psychic and trivia host in Toronto 15:29

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CBC Senior Reporter Thomas Daigle tells us about the fascinating story of a Florida fugitive who was found living in Toronto -- after decades spent on the run from manslaughter charges. Plus, the touchless high tech farm in King City that may have a solution for our reliance on foreign food produce like lettuce.…

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David's Pick: Does the GTA need to rethink how condo projects get financed? This developer thinks so. 9:12

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Pouyan Safapour is president of Devron Developments. He speaks to David about what he thinks Canada is getting wrong about condos and why we should be ditching the pre-sale model.

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'Recession indicators' are everywhere on social media. But do they accurately reflect our economic situation? 11:08

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Moshe Lander is a professor of economics at Concordia University. He unpacks the online anxiety around 'recession indicators.' Plus, our producer Alina Snisarenko took to the streets to hear what Torontonians had to say about it.

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David's Pick: The Markham pharmacist behind one of the world's most notorious deepfake porn sites 8:03

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Senior Reporter Eric Szeto spoke to David about the CBC's exclusive investigation into one of the figures behind Mr. Deepfake -- one of the most visited porn sites on the internet.

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What does your phone number say about you? 10:10

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There's a new area code in the GTA. David speaks to Laura Cavanaugh, a professor of psychology and behavioral sciences at Seneca Polytechnic, about it. Plus, our producer Shyloe Fagan hits the streets to hear what area codes mean to Torontonians.

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As Premier Doug Ford calls for elected judges, is the move being supported by Ontario's law community? 15:47

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Adam Weisberg, Vice President of the Criminal Lawyers Association of Ontario, responds to Ontario Premier Doug Ford's comments around judges being too "lenient" toward repeat offenders. Also on the podcast: an exhibit celebrating vintage Toronto postcards.

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Does strategic voting have a harmful impact on democracy? 22:59

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Dennis Pilon, chair of the Department of Politics at York University, says results of the recent federal election calls for the need for electoral reform. Also on the program, former NDP senior staffer and strategist Jordan Leichnitz on what went wrong with the party during the federal election.

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In the 2025 federal election, were there any real winners? 10:23

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Mark Carney delivered a rare fourth term in power for the Liberal Party on Monday night. But the race was considerably tighter than initially expected. The CBC's Catherine Cullen offers insight into what's next for the Federal parties, on the morning after election night.

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A GTA mother speaks out after Uber drove away with her 5-year-old in the back seat 9:05

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After a terrifying incident involving an Uber ride and her young daughter, a GTA woman says Uber customer support refused to contact the driver involved. Police told CBC Toronto they tracked down the driver with no help from the ride-share company.

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It's been five years since the army was called into Ontario's long-term care homes. What have we learned? 17:08

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Five years ago today, Canadian soldiers were urgently deployed in some of the GTA's hardest hit long-term care homes. Places, like Orchard Villa in Pickering. David speaks to Fred Cramer, whose mother died at that facility. And reflects on the anniversary with Samir Sinha, a Geriatrician with Sinai Health and University Health Network.…

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Why 'please' and 'thank you' might go a long way in the era of artificial intelligence 15:02

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The CBC's Farah Nasser tells us how the Israel-Hamas war may be the defining issue for so me voters. Plus, technology expert Francis Syms explains why every word counts in your conversations with artificial intelligence—for the planet and possibly for the future of humankind.

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Can rubbing a banana peel on your face lead to a more productive day? 13:41

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Extreme morning routines are exploding in popularity on social media. We asked Toronto-based career coach and online content creator Emily Durham for her take on whether they actually lead to productivity. Plus, our producer Alina Snisarenko asked Torontonians if they would participate in the trend.

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The controversial TTC campaign encouraging Torontonians to talk to strangers 14:22

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Guest host Jill Dempsey speaks to Treena Orchard, an anthropologist at Western University about an ad campaign on the TTC encouraging Torontonians to talk to strangers -- and why it doesn't seem to be landing with people in one of Canada's loneliest cities. Plus, AFC Toronto player Sarah Rollins talks to Jill about juggling pro soccer and exams.…

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Did Therme misrepresent itself to secure its controversial 95-year lease at Ontario Place? 13:01

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Matina Stevis-Gridneff is the Canada Bureau Chief for the New York Times. She spoke to us about her investigation into the European firm Therme and how it secured its deal to build a luxury spa at Ontario Place. Plus, the CBC's Farah Nasser sheds light on the growing number of hijacked Facebook groups and how they're being used to influence the way…

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Could cable cars be the future of transit in Oshawa and ... beyond? 13:21

6M ago13:21

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Mike Deiparine is a senior consultant at SCJ Alliance and he's helping Durham Region pursue the possibility of establishing cable cars a reality. Plus, our business columnist Mark Harrison talks to us about the big money behind the Northern Super League.

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The federal election races reaches its midway point. Political strategists weigh in on what could make or break a campaign 25:16

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Political strategists Jeff Rutletge, Marion Nader and Ashley Csanady share how political leaders are faring on the campaign trail. Plus, Navigator's Jaime Watt explains why the people you surround yourself with matters during an election race.

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As summer approaches, here's why political tensions between Canada and U.S. might change vacation travelers 15:18

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Andrew Siegwart, president and CEO of the Tourism Industry Association of Ontario, shares why Canadians are planning more staycations, while more Americans might feel unwelcome in Canada. Plus, Brendan Healy, Artistic Director of Canadian Stage, on the importance of including American productions in his theatre lineup despite ongoing political tens…

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What does the U.S want from this global trade fight? Even within the Trump administration, the answer varies 11:57

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How do you win a trade war if you don't know what the other side really wants? Business reporter Peter Armstrong ponders. Plus, what to do as a DIY investor as markets careen? Money columnist Shannon Lee Simmons weighs in.

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Trade tensions a business person's nightmare but an entrepreneur's dream, auto parts CEO says 17:19

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Jim Jarrell, President and CEO of Guelph-based Linamar, a supplier to car plants across the continent and one of Canada's largest companies, talks tariffs. Plus, Rockcliffe-Smythe basements are deep in smelly sludge again, after another massive storm. They want the city to step up.

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Who is behind the shady network scamming people through fake election news ads? 16:19

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CBC's Visual Investigations Unit has been looking into how fake election ads are trying to lure people into shady investment schemes. Senior technology reporter Nora Young explains the scam. Plus, got a sick kid? Dr. Daniel Rosenfield, paediatric emergency medicine specialist at The Hospital for Sick Children, explains why he wants you to take them…

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What Canadians need to know about crossing the border 16:42

6M ago16:42

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An immigration lawyer walks us through what Canadians need to understand before crossing the border in a post-Trump world. Plus a new year-round cricket facility is coming to the cricket capital of Canada. Manmeet Singh, the President of the Lakeshore Cricket League, shares the vision.

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Planning to buy a car in the midst of a trade war? Here's what you need to know 13:33

6M ago13:33

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Greg Layson has been keeping an eye on the automotive market. He's the Digital and Mobile Editor at Automotive News Canada. Plus, money columnist Shannon Lee Simmons has a new book out for for teens called "Making Bank."

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'Introverts' happy hour': why silent reading clubs are taking off around Toronto 10:27

6M ago10:27

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Harresh Sivamohan runs a chapter of the Silent Reading Book Club, where people get together to read books as a way to combat loneliness. Plus, remember the symbolic photo of a Canada Goose fending off an attack from an eagle? Toronto artist Sarah Blostein was inspired to recreate that image, as an ice sculpture, in Alaska.…