This is Toronto

Cafes, fast food joints, jewelry shops, websites: so many retailers now ask customers for tips. But Christine Birak from CBC's Marketplace looks into how often those tips actually go to employees. Plus, the newly crowned Toronto Sceptres are gearing up for their second season in the PWHL. Goalie Carly Jackson shares the story of what got her into hockey.

Rabia Sohail explains why she's turning her one-bedroom apartment into a meeting place for complete strangers. Also, you may know about the online conspiracy theory around 15-minute cities. The Toronto Star’s David Rider looked into the impact it's having on cities and towns across the GTA.

University of Toronto marketing and psychology professor Sam Maglio looked into how people react to abbreviations and short form, and the results may have you rethinking your texting habits. Plus, culture guru Elamin Abdelmahmoud breaks down the latest chapter in the feud between Drake and Kendrick Lamar, and what it means for those of us in the 6ix.

A viral clip from Dragon's Den gets at what it means to be an entrepreneur in an expensive city like Toronto. Barry Donaldson, the business owner at the centre of it, speaks out. Plus, what should Canada do about a proposed 25% tariff from the Trump administration? Veteran strategist Jaime Watt weighs in.

Noah Rudder didn't think he was a good student, growing up. He shares the story of his path to the prestigious Rhodes Scholarship. Plus, with Canada tightening immigration targets, Ukrainians who fled the war are pushing for a pathway to permanent residency. A Ukrainian who fled to Canada makes the case, along with the director of the settlement group Pathfinders for Ukraine.

CBC guest host Jill Dempsey speaks to biking law specialist, lawyer David Shellnut about the government's move to protect itself from being sued by cycling or pedestrian victims in its bike lanes removal bill. Plus, former Wiggles star Emma Watkins, a.k.a. Emma Memma, comes to studio in costume. She kicks off the 2024 Santa Claus Parade.

John Allen is a Senior Fellow at the Munk School of Global Affairs and Public Policy, and former Canadian ambassador to Israel. He weighs in on the arrest warrants issued against Israel's Prime Minister, and a Hamas leader. And tech analyst Carmi Levy explains why so many users are flocking away from Elon Musk's X, formerly Twitter.

Timothy Danson, the lawyer for the families of Kristen French and Leslie Mahaffy, reacts to news they aren't allowed to attend the parole hearing of Paul Bernardo. Plus, a measles outbreak in Canada? Immunologist and McMaster professor Dawn Bowdish explains.

Taylor Swift fans in Halton Region are out thousands of dollars in a ticket scam. Chris Pyke shares how his family was pulled into it, and digital forensics expert Ryan Duquette explains what you should look out for online. Plus, Ukraine's Consul General in Toronto reflects on the war with Russia, 1,000 days after the invasion.

Council of Ontario Universities president Steve Orsini argues the financial position universities find themselves in will prevent them from being able to accommodate more students in the coming years. And reporter Haydn Watters explains how Rail Deck Park, an idea for a greenspace above a rail corridor in downtown Toronto, has turned into a massive condo proposal.

A coroner's inquest deemed Soleiman Faqiri's death at the hands of correctional officers a homicide, but his brother Yusuf says the province still hasn't acted on key recommendations from the inquest. Plus, David Paterson went from being an auto industry executive, to Ontario's representative in Washington. He shares his plan for dealing with the Trump administration.

As the incoming U.S. President stacks his cabinet with people who have criticized Canada's immigration and trade policies - and even openly trolled Prime Minister Trudeau - three strategists weigh in on the political challenges and opportunities. Plus, armed with facts and figures, Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow discusses how she plans to confront the province on their plan to rip out bike lanes.

Toronto Police Association president Clayton Campbell details what happened when officers doing a bail check got caught up in an enormous gun battle. And a very different police story - Hamilton's Andy Ganza describes his friend Erixon Kabera, who was shot and killed by police this past weekend.

Why 65-year-old Swiftie Carol Weaver is driving eight hours alone from Pennsylvania to see Taylor Swift in Toronto. Plus, meet the man at the helm of one of the most dramatic changes to a neighbourhood in this city's history - the revitalization of Regent Park.

Master Warrant Officer Stephen Thomas tells the story of how he saved lives in Afghanistan. And historian Michael Petrou outlines the ways he's helping to keep the voices of older veterans alive for future generations.

Ontario Economic Development Minister Vic Fedeli outlines how the government will respond to the economic policies of President Trump. And Finn Johnson from the Carpenters' Regional Council explains why trade unions are joining an effort to fight the opioid epidemic.

Columbia University professor Heather Butts tells the story of Dr. Alexander Augusta, the first Black medical student in Canada. And Maclean's editor-in-chief Sarah Fulford breaks down the richest people in Canada.

Veteran U.S. campaign consultant Bruce Fisher breaks down where the Democrats went wrong in the election campaign. And strategists Jack O'Donnell and Michael Kracker discuss what the election results mean for the GTA and Canada.

Brampton Mayor Patrick Brown reacts to yet another violent clash between Hindus and Sikhs in Peel Region. And Toronto's City Manager, Paul Johnson, explains how registering for recreational programs is going to change -- and answers questions about removing bike lanes and the World Cup.

Sanjay Ruparelia, associate professor in Politics and Administration at Toronto Metropolitan University, breaks down a recent skirmish outside a Hindu temple in Brampton. And personal finance expert Shannon Lee Simmons makes the argument for starting your holiday shopping early.

Let's talk about the stories that have Toronto buzzing. Hosted by David Common.