Toronto Legends

Boxing Champion Fitz ‘The Whip’ Vanderpool talks about the power of DMX walkout music, ‘With Hope It’s Possible,’ taking the oldest Canadian Champion title away from George Chuvalo, fighting in the Royal York Hotel ballroom, and how in boxing it is ‘better to give than to receive!’ TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

BodyBreak’s Hal Johnson talks about his multi-sport athletic career, his breakout appearance in a Tylenol commercial, the status of his iconic mustache [spoiler alert: it’s coming back!], how a fortuitous session on the pec deck led to his life/business partnership with Joanne McLeod, and why it’s now more important than ever to Keep Fit and Have Fun! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum...

Iconic actor, comedian, impressionist and author John Byner talks about his appearances on Ed Sullivan and Johnny Carson, voicing ‘The Ant and The Aardvark,’ working with Bob ‘Super Dave’ Einstein, his autobiography ‘Five Minutes, Mr Byner!’ and playing over 350 characters on 6 seasons of the BIZARRE comedy sketch series (filmed & produced right here in Toronto)! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andre...

Iconic radio personality/podcaster/author Jeff Woods talks about the enduring appeal of classic rock, getting along with Alan Cross & Eric Alper, how his trademark voice developed [hint: smoking, alcohol, lack of sleep], his upcoming podcast Blue Hotel, and how often his is mistaken for Metallica’s James Hetfield (spoiler alert: daily)! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. Learn more abo...

Gardening Expert Mark Cullen talks about being a Member of the Order of Canada, hitting the soil with the 7th generation of Cullens, maintaining ‘brand’ integrity, building Markham’s Eco-Sandbox, why you need to ‘think like a fish,’ and his positive experiences with David and Sharon Johnston, Ed Mirvish, Mel Lastman and Frankie Flowers! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. Learn more abo...

Cheese Boutique’s Maitre Fromager Afrim Pristine talks about his food emporium, his cookbook, his food/travel docuseries, his new wine, the ‘cheese shot’ heard around the world, why the lactose intolerant can rejoice, grilled cheese tips, great places to eat in Toronto NOW, and where to picnic with the best views of the city! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. Learn more about your ad...

World Series Champion/Former Blue Jay Rob Butler talks about starting out with Mom’s wrong-handed mitt, getting cut DURING a game at 12, team freezeout leading to the Seoul Olympics, unusual notification of his callup to the bigs, John Kruk’s wise words at 1B, Dave Stewart’s cleat kindness, 2 bros living the dream playing for their hometown Blue Jays, the Philly WS hotel conspiracy, breaking out h...

Sportscaster/Writer/Podcaster Paul Romanuk talks about 'Paul’s Friday Night Party' radio show, shishkabob skewers at Filmores, ‘The Penflip’ incident, hockey hotbeds Helsinki & Davos, Beatles Beatles Beatles, and ‘hidden gems’ for Beaches dining! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Former Maple Leafs goaltender Ken Wregget talks about calling his shot on Draft Day, teaming up with Allan Bester, ‘the Save’, winning the Stanley Cup, stopping Joe Juneau’s OT penalty shot, sharing the ice with 66 and 99, and ‘Having Fun at the 31’ Sports Bar & Grille in PA! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

NorthStar Gaming CEO Michael Moskowitz talks about the Apple Newton, the innovation of the hotsync cradle, his love for Halifax AND South America, the early trauma of wiring your car for satellite radio, his made-in-Ontario NorthStar Bets platform, and why CONTENT will be the differentiator in the burgeoning legalized gambling market! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. Learn more about...

Advertising Guru/Podcaster/Author Terry O’Reilly talks about great mentors, overcoming your ‘best’ mistakes, fist slam moments, solving for what’s stepping on your garden hose, driveway podcasts, and 17 seasons of being Under the Influence! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

CreateTO CEO Vic Gupta talks about leading the City of Toronto’s real estate agency, its key projects within this $27 billion portfolio, working for and with Mayor John Tory, his ‘bromance’ with Aubrey Drake Graham, and where he goes to get the best East African food! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Former Maple Leafs goaltender Allan Bester talks about playing in the NHL at 19, facing a barrage of rubber for the Leafs of the 80s, billeting with Bob Probert, sharing the bunker with Harold Ballard & King Clancy, how he got Gerry Cheevers fired, and why his post-hockey career in Orlando is sweet (hint: golf)! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...

'The Sports Voice Guy’ Simon Bennett talks about completing 500 Marlies games, the awesome 2018 Calder Cup championship run, crossing paths with some guys named Barack, Joe and Henry, and why it’s so tough to do play-by-play for swimming! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Celebrate Toronto’s founder/CEO Micayla Doria talks about throwing Toronto’s birthday party festival, the Toronto Made Market, why OCAD rules supreme, Guildwood Park’s sculptural sanctuary, Reservoir Lounge/El Mocambo/Orbit Room/Salad King/King Taco, and how to get the best view from Humber Bay bridge! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone...

Toronto Star baseball columnist Mike Wilner talks about the Blue Jays, Lime Rickeys/Pickle Barrel/Jumbo Video, CIUT-FM 89.5 radio, Peter Gross’ influence, the Hardware City Rock Cats, working with baseball’s first blind announcer, and the irony of scheduling anarchist programming! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

King of All [Tech] Media Marc Saltzman talks about betting big on MP3s, translating Geek to English, hanging at the Playboy mansion, and why ‘turn it off and turn it on again’ is still better than the help desk! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Toronto Mike from Toronto Mike'd talks about celebrating his 1000th episode, getting Chuck D to open up, getting the 'Real Talk,' and learning to play in the Internet sandbox! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Beck Taxi’s Kristine Hubbard talks about continuing the legacy of her Grandfather’s family business, ongoing changes in the industry, working with Jason Priestley, and some tips on passenger etiquette [hint: no snakes]! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Writer and Historical Consultant Jamie Bradburn talks about being the Toronto Star's Quizmaster, the joys of walking Toronto’s diverse neighbourhoods, and why editors deserve more credit than they get! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Educator/Motivator/Author and ‘Ultimate Hockey Dad’ Karl Subban talks about ‘potential’ as a 3 legged stool, his THREE boys’ path to the NHL, PK’s training hill and first pair of skates, his love for Ken Dryden and the Habs, and where to get the best Jerk in Toronto! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Godfather of the Grill Ted Reader talks about cooking at SkyDome, President’s Choice product development with Dave Nichol, re-opening his golf + bbq + beer restaurant ‘The Joint’, and why Kelly Ripa loves her some S’mores Quesadillas! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Globe & Mail's 'Architourist’ Dave LeBlanc talks about his radio career, the non-CNE joys of Exhibition Place, and why Toronto architecture needs a little more weird! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Author David Sax talks about limiting your time online, Montreal vs Toronto, his upcoming book as a pandemic memoir, and lake surfing in the Big Smoke! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Restaurateur Larry Wronzberg talks about the relaunched Sea-Hi Famous Chinese Food, its landmark status in the Jewish community, and that iconic plum sauce! TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices