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Hogtown Talks: A new Toronto Podcast

Episode 24 with chef Dennis Tay: http://bit.ly/1Nukyso

Dennis Tay is Chef de Cuisine at DaiLo, Chef Nick Liu's temple for new Asian cuisine. Born in Windsor from Scottish-Filipino parents, Dennis is a former B-Boy and contestant on Top Chef Canada. We spoke with Dennis about growing up in Windsor, working in Italy, and the limits of the North American palate. Dennis also talked about the insanity of reality television, running a successful Toronto restaurant, and making time for his family.
 
Hello all!

On January 14, I'm hosting a live debate of my podcast at the studios at 12 Ossington. The topic of discussion: Is Toronto a playground for the rich? Here's the Facebook event: http://on.fb.me/1MR33QY

The panel:
Andray Domise, activist and co-host of Canadaland Commons
Shawn Micallef, Toronto Star columnist and editor at Spacing
Mackenzie Keast, urban strategist, co-founder of Distl, and guest of my show
Jacquelyn West, agency director at Hermann and Audrey

All proceeds going to United Way Toronto. I know that all you passionate Toronto folk would be down to go to this event and support a great cause.

Hope to see you there, and if you come, please introduce yourselves!
 
As you know, Hogtown Talks is hosting its first live debate! “Be it resolved: Is Toronto a playground for the rich?” That’s what we’re calling it! Barry lays out all of the details and more in this bite-sized podcast. And as always: Drake.

http://bit.ly/1OwWy8M
 
Hi friends!

In case you missed it, you can now watch the entire live panel debate here: http://bit.ly/1KlIQXY

On January 14, 2016, Hogtown Talks hosted its first live debate at Hermann & Audrey’s studio of 12 Ossington in support of United Way Toronto and York Region. The subject of discussion: Is Toronto a Playground for the Rich? Its distinguished panel included Andray Domise, Shawn Micallef, Mackenzie Keast, and Jacquelyn West. The conversation was raucous, the crowd lively, and the alcohol flowing.

Big shoutouts to Noisebox and Last Frame Pictures for helping film and record the event. And huge thanks to all of the volunteers.

An audio podcast will soon be available for downloading. Please enjoy!
 
Hey friends,

Here's a slightly different audio version of the live panel debate: http://bit.ly/1PaeLcL

I've cut it a smidge and added music and my personal intro. And, if you're inclined to podcasts, you can download it on iTunes and Soundcloud.

Thanks!
 
A word of advice: your podcasts would be much more listenable without your incessant swearing. It's off-putting and lazy. I'm sure you can be more creative with your choice of words.
 
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Armour said:
A word of advice: your podcasts would be much more listenable without your incessant swearing. It's off-putting and lazy. I'm sure you can be more creative with your choice of words.
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I totally understand your criticism, but that's just the way I talk. I hope that with the swearing, you can hear some sort of sincerity. And beyond that, some sort of insight.
 
barrytron3030 said:
I totally understand your criticism, but that's just the way I talk. I hope that with the swearing, you can hear some sort of sincerity. And beyond that, some sort of insight.
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Why not change that? It makes you sound vulgar and less intelligent than you probably are. Swearing is just giving into impulses. It's much more polite and interesting when people refrain from swearing. It helps to get points across more effectively and it gives people a greater impression of another person. If you decide not to be more careful with your words, I'm going to have to talk with your mom and ask her to wash your mouth out with a full box of Tide.
 
Armour said:
Why not change that? It makes you sound vulgar and less intelligent than you probably are. Swearing is just giving into impulses. It's much more polite and interesting when people refrain from swearing. It helps to get points across more effectively and it gives people a greater impression of another person. If you decide not to be more careful with your words, I'm going to have to talk with your mom and ask her to wash your mouth out with a full box of Tide.
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Criticism heard and respected, again.

But, to me, the most charming things about podcasts is that they are (sometimes, not always) raw and uncensored and a truer reflection of the people featured. People swear in real life. I try to have no affect in my show. And, if you listen to my interviews, which are quite long, 99 percent of the content is swear-free. My guests swear too. I'm not worried about sounding stupid. I'm confident that my ideas and insights come through as intelligent at best, and curious at worst. I'm not a journalist. I want my show to be entertaining and people seem to think it is.

I appreciate that you listen to my show, though. Hopefully, you can look past my vulgarity.

Watch this is you still disagree!
 
I listened to half of one show and I had to shut it off because I couldn't stand the swearing anymore. It was like a Martin Scorcese or Quentin Tarantino film.

Not a fan of Eddie Murphy. I prefer the old, clean comedians that didn't use a single cuss word. They were more clever and imaginative. Steven Wright, for instance. The only dirty comedian I like (and he's arguably my favourite) is Rodney Dangerfield. Although he was vulgar, he was very clever with his observations and and the way he would word his jokes (do comedians even really tell one-liners anymore?). Basically every comedian these days is a hack. They are predictable and rely on swearing and sexual references to hide their lack of imagination.
 
Mighty Pigs #3: Odd Future, has dropped! http://bit.ly/1msm9pu

In this long-put-off episode, Barry and his other friend named Sam talk about what makes the NBA so special, how Drake got shafted at the All-Star Game, and the Raptors’ ceiling come the Playoffs. They also talk about Optimism V. Reality, the worth of Bismack Biyombo, and win or lose, why the Raptors are worth our love and affection.
 
Episode 26 has dropped (with cursing. Sorry, Armour): http://bit.ly/1SdV4Uv

Keith McManamen is a strategic analyst with Psiphon, a Hogtown-based company that circumvents Internet censorship around the world. Keith is also a member of the growing University of Waterloo alumni to have graced this show with their time. We spoke with Keith about fucking with repressive governments, violating sovereignty, and the Internet as a moral entity. We also talked about how the United States is spying on us, how the media has become Orwell’s Ministry of Truth, and the Privacy V. Convenience dilemma.
 
Hello UT family!

On May 23 at 12 Ossington Ave., I'll be hosting another live debate, "Be it resolved: Toronto is not a world food capital."

Here's the Facebook event page: http://bit.ly/263V3Z7
And here's a mini-podcast in case you don't like reading: http://bit.ly/1WuunfH

On the panel:
Scott Vivian, chef-owner of Beast
Dennis Tay, chef de cuisine at DaiLo
Nadège Nourian, chef-owner of Nadège
Karon Liu, food writer for the Star

Cover is a paltry $5 and drinks will be available throughout the night. Please come out and say, "Hi!" Don't be afraid to bring your raucous UT attitudes.
 
Episode 27 with Alan Cross: https://hogtowntalks.com/2016/04/15/episode-27-music-man-alan-cross/

Alan Cross is a broadcasting legend, music historian, and creator of The Ongoing History of New Music. And Alan’s been schooling Barry on music since the latter was a child. We spoke with Alan about hitting clubs on Yonge and Queen in the 80s, birthing one of the best music shows ever, and getting fired and rehired by a media giant. We also talked about how the market forced Indie88 and Edge102 to play the same homogenous shit, how the Trickle Down theory is good for musicians, and why Toronto is the key to Canada’s music future.
 
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