Ted Woloshyn Podcast

Scientist, award winning television and radio contributor, best selling author, and publisher of the weekly newsletter 'The Bat Signal', Dan Riskin riffs on karma, a man who was bitten by 200 snakes...on purpose, and of course, his passion BATS. Brought to you by @TomsPlaceTO and @ETPCanada. Website:  https://www.tedwoloshyn.ca Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/ted.woloshyn.7 Twitter:&...

Anthony Wilson-Smith, President and CEO of Historica Canada, the people who bring you the Canadian Encyclopedia and the iconic Heritage Minutes, talks about their role in inspiring people to explore, and learn about Canada's history. From the liberation of the Netherlands, to the discovery of insulin, to the birth of Superman; in addition to heroes and role models such as Laura Secord, and Terry F...

This year marks the 50th anniversary of Canada's iconic rock 'n roll band Triumph. With 18 gold and 9 platinum awards to their name, they've also been inducted into Canada's Walk of Fame, and The Canadian Music Hall of Fame to name a few. Drummer and co-founder Gil Moore talks about the band's success as well as the world class Metalworks Studio and Metalworks Institute. Brought to you by @TomsPla...

3 decades after renowned comedian Kenny Robinson began his iconic stand up comedy showcase he is being honoured in a highly anticipated documentary 'People of Comedy- Celebrating 30 years of The Nubian Show, which features performances by Robinson and special guests including Russell Peters.  Brought to you by @TomsPlaceTO and @ETPCanada. Website:  https://www.tedwoloshyn.ca Facebook:&nb...

Veteran broadcaster Rick Ringer recalls his nearly 2 decade run at Toronto's iconic CHUM-FM, working in management, along with his passion for acting and the Green Bay Packers. Brought to you by @TomsPlaceTO and @ETPCanada. Website:  https://www.tedwoloshyn.ca Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/ted.woloshyn.7 Twitter:  https://twitter.com/TedWoloshyn Linkedin:  https://www.lin...

Three time Juno nominee, musician, producer and band leader of the Jay Douglas All Star Band talks about the documentary 'Play it Loud. How Toronto Got Soul' which focuses on Douglas and the lasting influence of Jamaican music on Toronto's largely white music scene in the 1960's. Brought to you by @TomsPlaceTO and @ETPCanada. Website:  https://www.tedwoloshyn.ca Facebook:  https://www.fa...

Award winning radio broadcaster Gene Valaitis shares stories from his legendary career, plus the 'Gene and Jesse Podcast', along with his pro bono work with the amazing charity 'Repeat Champions Foundation'. Brought to you by @TomsPlaceTO and @ETPCanada. Website:  https://www.tedwoloshyn.ca Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/ted.woloshyn.7 Twitter:  https://twitter.com/TedWoloshyn...

Bif Naked has recorded more than 9 albums and 21 videos, appeared in numerous feature films and television programs She is also the author of the best selling memoir, 'I Bificus'. In addition she is co-founder of Her Royal Majesty's Records. She talks about early performances, landing the single 'Spaceman' in the number 1 spot on Billboard Canada, battling breast cancer, and being awarded an...

The voice behind such hits as 'Daytime, Night-Time', The First Cut is The Deepest, 'Big Time Operator' and 'OK Blue Jays, Let's Play Ball', Keith Hampshire talks about his career as a singer, TV host, actor, cartoon voice artist and disc jockey, which led to his induction into the Pirate Radio Hall of Fame. Brought to you by @TomsPlaceTO and @ETPCanada. Website:  https://www.tedwoloshyn.ca Fa...

As Canada braces for the onslaught of U.S tariffs, the Pro Bono Group has released a series of commercials aimed at encouraging Canadians to 'Buy Canadian'. Comedian Ron James is featured in one of those spots and he joins me to talk about this project along with Pro Bono Group founders Mike Occomore and Larry MacInnis. Brought to you by @TomsPlaceTO and @ETPCanada. Website:  https://www.tedw...

John Rowlands is considered one of the greatest rock and roll photographers of all time, having captured everyone from the Beatles to Lady Gaga. In his book 'Shooting Stars, Telling Tales. Behind the lens of John Rowlands; co-written by acclaimed music journalist Bob Klanac, Rowlands talks about learning guitar riffs from George Harrison, saving Dolly Parton from injury, watching The Who's Pete To...

Gemini and Canadian Comedy Award winning comedian, actor and writer Jeremy Hotz talks about his breakthrough at 'Just for Laughs', appearing on David Letterman and Jay Lenos talk show, along with writing and performing on 'The Jon Stewart Show'. Currently on his 10th national tour, 'Tres Miserables' with his emotional support dog Shack. Brought to you by @TomsPlaceTO and @ETPCanada. Website: ...

Barry Avrich is one the most accomplished filmmakers in Canada. His works include ‘The Tempest’ with Christopher Plummer, ‘Oscar Peterson: Black + White, a multi award winning biography, ‘The Last Mogul” about Hollywood mogul Lew Wasserman, ‘Satisfaction’, the story of Rolling Stones promoter and Torontonian Michael Cohl, ‘The Rocket’ which examines the life of NHL Hall of Famer Rocket Richard, ‘O...

Long time producer of the CHUM-FM morning show, one of Canada’s most successful radio programs; Tom Jokic talks about the fascinating guests that came through their doors and how he turned those interviews into the podcast, ‘Famous Lost Words’ which he co-hosts with Much Music veteran and composer Christopher Ward. Find out if a bonk on the head actually contributed to the success of the The Mamas...

Renowned sports broadcaster Mike Richards returns to the air this month on Rogers TV and he talks about his new show; the guests, some of which will not be from the world of sports, entertains us with some of his best impressions, and offers his thoughts on moving on in a very much altered broadcast landscape. Brought to you by @TomsPlaceTO and @ETPCanada. Website:  https://www.tedwoloshyn.ca...

The tremendously successful radio program/podcast ‘Under The Influence’ is about to kick off it’s 20th season in January, and host Terry O’Reilly drops by to talk about the show’s evolution, plus at look at some upcoming episodes and his latest podcast venture ‘Beatleology’ where he interviews Beatles memorabilia collectors and celebrities such as Mark Hamil. Plus Terry’s getting ready f...

Jeanne Beker hosted the hit show ‘Fashion Television’, which aired in more than 130 countries for 27 years. She was a founding member of Much Music and hosted the groundbreaking show ‘The New Music’. She shares stories about interviewing Andy Summers of the Police in a bathtub, meeting her childhood idol Paul McCartney, talking with and wearing clothes by legendary designer Karl Lagerfeld, da...

Six time Emmy nominee, Canadian screenwriter and television producer Chuck Tatham talks about his work on ‘Arrested Development’, ‘How I Met Your Mother’, ‘Modern Family’, ‘Children Ruin Everything’ and the documentary ‘Offside: The Harold Ballard Story’ Brought to you by @TomsPlaceTO and @ETPCanada. Website:  https://www.tedwoloshyn.ca Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/ted.woloshyn.7...

Legendary film and music promoter Gary Topp talks about the book, ‘He Hijacked My Brain. Gary Topp’s Toronto’. Plus memories of running ‘The Original 99 cent Roxy Theatre’, introducing Toronto to the band Police and how they kiboshed the appearance of Prince at their Police Picnic. He also shares his thoughts on music venues he booked such as The Edge, The New Yorker and The Ho...

Kevin Shea is the Editorial and Education Facilitator at the Hockey Hall of Fame and author of more than 20 books on hockey. He shares insights into his latest offering, “Jack and the Box. My search for Stanley Cup Champion Jack McLean". It is a compelling story filled with twists and turns. A must read, whether you’re a fan of the game or not. Brought to you by @TomsPlaceTO and @ETPCana...

This week a tribute of sorts to the Grey Cup champion Toronto Argonauts, as we offer you a conversation with Argo G.M. Pinball Clemons. He’s been to the Grey Cup 8 times with the Argos, winning the Cup each time. 3 times as a player, once as Coach and 4 times as an Executive. You’ll also learn about the tremendous work the Pinball Clemons Foundation does empowering youth through edu...

Best selling author Tripp Whetsell talks about his latest book, ‘Norman Lear. His Life & Times’. Whetsell looks at the mastermind behind such groundbreaking television hits as All In The Family, Maude, Good Times, The Jeffersons and Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman. Plus projects Lear was working on right up to his death at the age of 101. Brought to you by @TomsPlaceTO and @ETPCanada. Web...

Award winning podcast producer, speaker, university lecturer, and founder of Lead Podcasting, Amanda Cupido talks about her transition from broadcaster to podcaster and the release of her updated Amazon best selling book ‘Let’s Talk Podcasting: The Essential Guide To Doing It Right”. Brought to you by @TomsPlaceTO and @ETPCanada. Website:  https://www.tedwoloshyn.ca Facebook:  https://ww...

Songwriters Hall of Fame member, and co-writer/producer of such hits as ‘Dancin’ In The Streets’, and ‘What Becomes of the Broken Hearted,’ Mickey Stevenson talks about the inspiration behind he and his wife Michelle’s recording ‘Put Kamala in the White House’ along with recollections of his past and his thoughts on today's music. Brought to you by @TomsPlaceTO and @ETPCanada. Website:  https...

One of the greatest comedy writers and producers, Canada’s Allan Blye, died earlier this month. Recently I had a chance to speak with his brother Garry, another successful writer/producer, about Allan’s Emmy award winning work with the Smothers Brothers, Dick Van Dyke, Bob Einstein, Sonny and Cher, and his close friendship with Elvis Presley, and Mr. Rogers. He also shared stories of All...