The Final Word
The Final Word is a weekly podcast produced by Met Radio, the campus radio station of Toronto Metropolitan University. Each episode reviews the top news stories in and around Toronto and the university community. The show offers a local perspective on current events, with a focus on issues relevant to students and residents. It is distributed via Spreaker and reflects the campus station's commitment to community journalism.
Episodes
Toronto activist groups gather in honour of deaths under incarceration on this year’s Prisoners’ Justice Day
August 14, 2026 - On August 10th, organizers around the city came together to hold a vigil in honor of lives lost in prisons around the country. Through vigils, talks, and demonstrations, these people aimed to raise awareness about the ways that people experiencing incarceration are treated on a day-to-day basis. Host Claire Van De Weghe immerses viewers in events in Toronto through interviews wit
Solidarity with Cuba: Activists speak up against blockade on TMU campus
August 7, 2026 - Social action groups have gathered at the Toronto Metropolitan University campus to fundraise and spread awareness about the blockade in Cuba through the event ‘Solidarity With Cuba: A Fundraiser for Blockade Relief Efforts and Advocacy’. In this episode, you’ll hear about the motivation behind their efforts, how organizers believe people living under the blockade and students at
The buzz around Toronto’s beekeeping world - Local co-operative Bickford Beekeeping
Host Claire Van De Weghe speaks to local co-operative Bickford Bees about beekeeping in Toronto, building community, and spreading information about native pollinators through their hives. Owner and worker Angela Gong walks listeners through what an apiary beehive looks and sounds like, and how Bickford works to shape the relationship they have with the bees that live in these hives. Then, Claire
Waterfront residents make a stand on Billy Bishop health impacts in front of city council
This week, Claire Van De Weghe speaks with activists around the Beaches and Toronto Island about a recent push to protect Toronto’s waterfront from the pollution and noise at the Billy Bishop airport. Aired before plans for bringing jets to the island were cancelled by the federal government, this episode covers what the health implications of the airport expansion and addition of jets would be, a
The man behind Toronto’s tattooed beaver sculpture
Bilal Ali Sabry speaks to Belgian-Canadian artist Walter Seger about his work in the local FIFA art installation BeaverQuest, a collection of 51 beavers scattered across the city, all representing a country participating in FIFA. He discusses the meaning of his work, the process he approached the project with, and what he hopes viewers get from his art. Then, Claire Van De Weghe explores the effec
Toronto's ecosystems face threats to survival during summer heatwaves
July 10, 2026 - Host Claire Van De Weghe speaks to experts in ecology and wildlife conservation about the effects of recent heatwaves on local environments. Amid a massive rise in the populations of newborn urban wildlife, increases in animal encounters, and the spread of invasive species, these organisations are forced to mitigate harm however they can. Listen in to hear staff from Bruce Trail Co
How Toronto Metropolitan University’s rooftop garden grows community
July 3, 2026 – This week, listeners take a dive into the world of one of Toronto Metropolitan University’s rooftop gardens through host Claire Van De Weghe’s interviews with program supervisors. She speaks to farm Manager Arlene Thorness about the essential role these gardens play in keeping visitors healthy, happy, and culturally fulfilled. Program coordinator Nicole Austin discusses how the gard
New exhibition addresses the loneliness crisis
You Belong Here: An Interactive Exhibition is taking place at the Miles Nadal Jewish Community Centre. Portley Ghartey Johnson speaks to exhibit attendees about what belonging means to them, what drew them to the exhibition and how this exhibit tackles the loneliness epidemic in Toronto. Plus, Premier Doug Ford’s government’s plan to appoint regional chairs became law this month. Local Journalists
Inside a World Press Freedom Day Celebration
May 15, 2026 — May 3rd is celebrated as world press freedom day. Elliot Kelly takes us inside the National Ethnic Press and Media Council of Canada's Celebration. Then, host Emma Amodio speaks with NFB curator Marc St.-Pierre about the Asian Canadian Perspectives channel which honours Asian Heritage month. Plus, this week’s top headlines.
Trinity Bellwoods farmers market kicks off 20th season
May 8, 2026 — The Trinity Bellwoods’ Farmers Market is back for the season and this past Tuesday marked 20 years since the market began. Host Emma Amodio speaks with co-founder Carolyn Wong about what visitors can expect from the farmers market’s 20th year. Plus, The Centre For Free Expression held a panel, Islamophobia on Canadian Campuses: Why and What to do? Harsh Kumar has this week’s top head
Bill 101 criticized as “disaster” for students with disabilities
May 1, 2026 -- Ceremony, a documentary directed by Nuxalk filmmaker Banchi Hanuse, had its Canadian premiere at Hot Docs, one of North America’s largest documentary festivals. Portley Ghartey-Joshnson speaks with Qwaxw Siwallace, who appears in the film, about the significance of bringing Ceremony to Hot Docs, and the broader importance of Indigenous storytelling. Plus, the Ontario government’s pr
Eight years after Toronto van attack, addressing gender-based violence remains critical
April 24, 2026 -- This week marks eight years since the 2018 Toronto van attack, an act of gender-based violence that killed 11 people. The anniversary is now recognized as Anne Marie D’Amico Day of Kindness and Love, and highlights the ongoing need for gender-based violence education and support. Host Emma Amodio speaks with Rachel Morrison from the North York Women’s Shelter about the work they
Parents Speak Out on Special Education at TDSB Special Education Advisory Committee Meeting
April 17, 2026 — Elliot Kelly attends the Toronto District School Board’s Special Education Advisory Committee, hearing from parents across the city whose children have disabilities. We’ll hear from parents, students with special needs, and David Lepofsky, chair of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act Alliance, about their recommendations and the importance of special education in
The Art of Adventure highlights how art contributes to environmental advocacy
April 10, 2026 — Host Emma Amodio speaks with director Allison Reid about The Art of Adventure, a documentary exploring the intersection of art, activism and environmentalism, and its role in broader environmental education. Then, Harsh Kumar discusses the growing use of AI in schoolwork with Tutor Doctor’s Alisa Rampersaud, examining the implications for students and education.
The Queer Space TMSU addresses student isolation and mental health challenges
April 3, 2026 — Elliot Kelly reports from the Ontario Legislative Assembly, where the Standing Committee on Public Accounts questioned provincial ministries on their progress in reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Then, Host Emma Amodio speaks with Cris Nippard of TMSU’s The Queer Space about the group’s efforts to address isolation and support mental health among 2SLGBTQIA+ students on campus.
TMU event sparks debate amid external investigation
March 27, 2026 — Kinza Zafar speaks with Lori Beckstead and Gur Tsabar about a TMU event involving Israeli soldiers, and how the University is responding. Then, Elliot Kelly reports from a rally at Queen’s Park, where advocates are calling on the Ford government to increase education funding for children with special needs and autism.** Disclaimer: Beckstead is a member of Met Radio’s Board of Dir
Oscar win puts spotlight on Canadian film and its funding
March 20, 2026 — Following a win for Canadian film at the 98th Academy Awards, Portley Ghartey-Johnson speaks with Oscar-winning co-director Chris Lavis about The Girl Who Cried Pearls and the importance of funding Canadian media. Then, Elliot Kelly takes us inside ROMACON’s Indigenous reconciliation session, featuring conversations with Wendy Landry and Brian Hill.
Breaking down the TMSU $20-million lawsuit over election interference
March 13, 2026 — Host Emma Amodio speaks with TMSU interim co-executive director Scott Miller Berry about TMSU's $20-million lawsuit against former executive members just days before the March election. Then, Elliot Kelly reports from the Toronto Bike Expo, speaking with cycling and advocacy groups at the event. TMU's Master of Journalism class bring this week's headlines.
Activists Rally Outside PDAC Mining Convention
Friday, March 6, 2026 — Portley Ghartey-Johnson reports from a rally outside the Prospectors and Developers Association of Canada convention, where activists protested exploitative mining practices and called for global mining justice. Then, Elliot Kelly speaks with Inori Roy, associate editor at The Local, about the role of the digital magazine in addressing the decline of local journalism. Plus,
How TMU’s BBSA Is Creating Opportunities for Black Students in Business
Friday, February 27, 2026 — Host Emma Amodio speaks with Victor Etti, co-president of TMU’s Black Business Students’ Association, about a campus event aimed at supporting Black students entering the business field. Elliot Kelly then speaks with Port Hope communications staff member Kate Ingram about why local media matters to communities.
Not Just Tourists Delivers Medical Aid Abroad
Friday, February 20, 2026 -- Portley Ghartey-Johnson speaks with Steven Roffey, lead packer at Not Just Tourists, about how the organization distributes surplus medical supplies to clinics in countries facing shortages, the impact of that work and its call for more volunteers. Then, outside City Hall, Kinza Zafar reports from a rally where more than 100 residents gathered to push back against Mayo
Eglinton LRT Opens, Riders React on Launch Day
Feb 13: Eglinton LRT Opens, Riders React on Launch Day. Description: Friday, February 13, 2026 -- Elliot Kelly attends the long-anticipated opening of the Eglinton LRT, speaking with riders about what the new transit line means for their daily commutes. Then, from the Rural Ontario Municipal Association Conference, he reports on a panel examining how municipalities can combat misinformation and st
CineFEMME Brings Racialized Women and Non-Binary Filmmakers to the Forefront
February 6, 2026 -- Host Emma Amodio speaks with filmmaker Asis Sethi about the launch of the CineFEMME Film Series, part of KUUMBA, Toronto’s largest and longest-running Black Futures Month festival, and what the series means for racialized filmmakers and audiences. Plus, coverage from the Centre for Free Expression panel on voice privacy and artificial intelligence, featuring experts from TMU, P
What a record-breaking snowstorm reveals about Toronto’s commitment to accessibility
Friday, January 30, 2026 — Host Emma Amodio speaks with disability rights advocate David Lepofsky about how this week’s snowstorm has exposed accessibility challenges in Toronto and whether the city is ready for increasingly extreme weather. Plus, Kinza Zafar reports on a panel hosted by the Centre for Free Expression at TMU on the privacy implications of eye-tracking technologies, speaking with e
Popular Toronto copwatcher talks new police budget and why residents engage with counter-surveillance
Friday, January 23, 2026 — In this episode, host Kinza Zafar reports on the NDP leadership debate focused on Palestine, which was attended by over 2000 people and hosted by the non-partisan advocacy group Canadians for Justice and Peace in the Middle East. Then, she sits down with a popular Toronto copwatcher to discuss Toronto police’s new requested budget and why residents engage in counter-surv
Met Radio journalists discuss updates with the NDP leadership race
Friday, January 16, 2026 — In this episode, host Kinza Zafar sits down with Local Journalist Mia Johnson and Volunteer Coordinator Calan Pittis to discuss the ongoing NDP leadership race and what is, or isn’t happening within it. From an AI scandal to a staged protest at an official debate, the three journalists unpack it all.
TTC passes 2026 budget with fare freeze and cap, and warnings of future budget crunch
Friday, January 9, 2026 — In this episode, host Gabriel Hilty reports on the TTC 2026 budget passed on Wednesday. It includes a fare freeze and fare cap from September. Transit commentator Steve Munro says it makes few changes to service, and a budget crunch lies in the near future. Kinza Zafar revisits an interview with MP Jenny Kwan who introduced the no more loopholes act, aiming to restrict Ca
The Met Radio news team discusses news in 2025, and reporting in Toronto
Friday, January 2, 2026 — In this episode, host Gabriel Hilty is joined by the Local Journalism Initiative's journalist at Met Radio Mia Johnson, along with host of the Intersection Kinza Zafar. Met Radio's news team discusses news in 2025, and what they've learned reporting for community radio in Toronto.
Allan Gardens food bank threatened by redevelopment: 'We don't have anywhere to go'
Friday, December 26, 2025 — In this episode, host Gabriel Hilty reports on the Allan Gardens food bank as part of Met Radio's holiday programming. Food bank usage has spiked since 2019, and the food bank has served over 63 thousand in 2025. Due to a redevelopment of the property, it will be forced to close in 2026 and doesn't yet have a place to go.
Treaty 9 First Nations sue province over land use and Bill 5, Ontario wants case thrown out
Friday, December 19, 2025 — In this episode, host Gabriel Hilty reports on breaking updates from the Toronto Metropolitan Students' Union TMSU, which has an independent investigator looking at whether two student groups violated their policies. It follows a Nov. 5 off-campus event where the Students Supporting Israel group hosted an Israeli soldier, who physically confronted protesters. Kinza Zafa
TTC to give free rides with 2026 fare cap plan, post-secondary students left out
Friday, December 12, 2025 — In this episode, host Gabriel Hilty reports on Mayor Olivia Chow's proposal to introduce fare capping on the TTC meaning riders won't pay after a number of rides per month. It is planned to be set at 47 rides in 2026, and lower to 40 in 2027. Post-secondary students are set to be left out of the changes, advocacy group TTCRiders explains the impacts and shortcomings of
UofG cancels Palestinian solidarity conference, hosted anway by local community
Friday, December 05, 2025 — In this episode, host Kinza Zafar reports on the University of Guelph cancelling a Palestinian solidarity conference, and the conference proceeding anyways with the help of the local community. Gabriel Hilty reports on the TMSU and the latest findings of over $1.4M in financial mismanagement by prior union execs by an independent accounting firm. Manju Boopathiraj has t
More balance? Advocates say Bill 60 rolls back rights, burdens tenants
Friday, November 28, 2025 — In this episode, host Gabriel Hilty reports on the controversial housing law Bill 60 passed Monday by the Ontario government amid protest in the chamber In the interview, housing advocate Diana Chan McNally explains how the law rolls back protections and further burdens tenants. She was one of the people kicked out of the public gallery while protesting the bill. Kinza
TMSU heads into by-election: Do students know?
Friday, November 21, 2025 — In this episode, host Gabriel Hilty has the breaking report from the Friday candidate forum for the upcoming Students' Union election at Toronto Metropolitan University. Only a few candidates attended, and students were largely absent. Kinza reports on the fallout of Ontario's controversial Bill 33, with director Andrea Vásquez Jiménez of Policing Free Schools. Gabriel
Toronto housing, senior workers vote for strike mandate amid 'sense of despair'
Friday, November 14, 2025 — In this episode, host Gabriel Hilty has the headlines covering a new TMU student residence, Toronto allowing neighourhood retail again and increases to TTC service. Kinza Zafar follows the story of Toronto city housing and senior workers voting for a strike mandate amid feeling a 'sense of despair'. Gabriel Hilty reports on homelessness in Toronto including the upcoming
Federal budget 2025 sparse on affordability, targets 'business community'
Friday, November 7, 2025 — In this LIVE episode, host Gabriel Hilty breaks down the 2025 federal budget introduced Tuesday. Economics professor Lars Osberg explains how the budget contains tax breaks for businesses but few affordability measures for daily life. Kinza Zafar reports on TMU community members speaking out, after students were assaulted by a former Israeli soldier at a Wednesday event
Rising online misogyny impacting classrooms, supports lacking: report
Friday, October 31, 2025 — In this episode, host Gabriel Hilty talks with White Ribbon CEO Humberto Carolo on their new report on the rise of online misogyny its impact in classrooms. Kinza Zafar speaks with OPSEU president JP Hornick on Bill 33 and Bill 5, which they call 'power grabs'. Portley Ghartey-Johnson has this week's news roundup.
'Unnecessary, a distraction from underfunding': Student groups slam Bill 33
Friday, October 24, 2025 — In this episode, Met Radio's coverage on Bill 33 that is drawing criticism from various groups. It proposes more government control over various levels of education. Host Gabriel Hilty speaks with chairperson of the Canadian Students Federation Ontario on the impact the bill will have in post-secondary education. Kinza Zafar reports from a rally against the potential imp
Toronto starts Public Budget Consultations, facing $1B shortfall
Friday, October 17, 2025 — In this episode, host Gabriel Hilty reports from the City of Toronto's first public budget consultation. Residents share why they attended and what's on their Toronto wish list as council faces a $1B shortfall. Kinza Zafar speaks with the artistic director at Native Earth Performing Arts ahead of their 28th annual Weesageechak Begins to Dance festival in November. Gabrie
Toronto's Bubble Zone Bylaw could Change University Protests
Friday, October 10, 2025 — In this episode, host Gabriel Hilty reports on the latest evictions at the Dufferin Grove Park homeless encampment. Also, a protest against suspending school trustees at the opening of a new TDSB school. Kinza Zafar covers how Toronto's controversial bubble zone bylaw could change protesting as we know it at universities, in an interview with TMU criminology professor Da
TMSU holding fall elections, outside interference likely: report
Friday, October 3, 2025 — In this episode, host Gabriel Hilty gives an overview of the situation at TMSU: Fall elections will be held after a postponement motion fails, while an external report believes outside interference is likely. After the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, Kinza Zafar covers a conversation hosted by the Canadian Freelance Union on how art drives resistance, amplifies
Students & Community protest TMU stance on Palestine, 1 Arrested
Friday, September 26, 2025 — In this episode, host Gabriel Hilty speaks with an organizer and faculty at the walkout on TMU campus denouncing campus security and the university's stance on Palestine. Kinza Zafar talks with the Disability Justice Network of Ontario about their new campaign to support disabled workers. Gabriel Hilty hosts the news roundup, with files from Met Radio's community journ
Draw the Line Movement Unites Grassroots Groups Across Canada
Friday, September 19, 2025 — In this episode, host Gabriel Hilty speaks with Draw the Line organizer Syed Hussan, about how September 20 movement across Canada is uniting grassroots from Indigenous sovereignty to migrant and climate justice. Kinza Zafar talks to Workers' Action Centre director Deena Ladd, who helped organize a counter-rally to the anti-immigrant rally in Christie Pitts. The show c
National Film Board honours Asian Heritage Month with Asian Canadian Perspectives Channel
Friday, May 16, 2025 — In this episode, host Gabriela Ponte speaks with filmmaker Eisha Marjara about her film Am I The Skinniest Person You’ve Ever Seen, featured on the National Film Board’s Asian Canadian Perspectives Channel. Then, we hear from Alpha House’s fundraising coordinator, Jack Wiley, about the recovery centre’s latest project, the Step-Up House.
Residence Program brings builders from across the country to The Canadian Canoe Museum
Friday, May 9th, 2025 — In this episode, we spoke with The Canadian Canoe Museum’s Executive Director Carolyn Hyslop and Curator Jeremy Ward about their Builders in Residence program. We also spoke to Pinock, a canoe builder who is part of the program about the significance of this for him. Then, host Gabriela Ponte interviews Curation and Programming Lead Mitra Fakhrashrafi about the Mayworks Fes
#AltElxn 2025 Show 3
Friday, April 25th, 2025 — This episode is part of the #AltElxn 2025 national election project, coordinated by the NCRA/ANREC. This initiative is supported by the Covering Canada: Election 2025 Fund, in partnership with the Public Policy Forum, Rideau Hall Foundation, and the Michener (MISSIONER) Awards Foundation. This episode was also broadcast on the Local Journalism Initiative’s platforms. Wit
Scouts Canada to plant 1M trees per year as part of 2025 Scoutrees fundraiser
Friday, April 17th, 2025 — In this episode, host Gabriela Ponte is joined by Special Advisor to the National Leadership Team of Scouts Canada Kaelem Moniz and Canada’s Forest Trust Corporation founder and CEO Gary Zed to discuss Scouts Canada’s 2025 Scoutrees fundraiser.
REMIC survey finds that 64% of Canadians think the country’s nation are “mortgage masochists”
Friday, April 4th, 2025 — In this episode, host Gabriela Ponte interviews Real Estate and Mortgage Institute of Canada CEO and President Joseph White about a recent survey. And then, we learn about the migrant care workers and home workers pilot program application process and how it really went down from Migrant Workers’ Alliance for Change organizer Jhoey Dulaca.
Over 150 venues in Canada have joined the 'Order An Angelot' program
Friday, March 28, 2025 — In this episode, host Gabriela Ponte speaks to Director General of the Collectif Social Collective Gisele Pouhe Njall about the more than 150 Canadian bars and nightlife spaces that have adopted the ‘Order an Angelot’ program. Then, we play you an interview with the Ontario Undergraduate Student Alliance Managers of Research and Policy, Octavia Andrade-Dixon and Abishane S
TTC fare inspections expand from streetcars to buses, subway stations
Friday, March 21. 2025 — In this episode, we have another segment from our graduate J-School students and a piece from Met Radio’s intern, Delroy Davidson, on the TTC’s latest fare expansion changes
Entrepreneurs and businesses should take advantage of U.S. tariff threats, expert says
Friday, March 14, 2025 — In this episode, host Gabriela Ponte speaks with Toronto Metropolitan University graduate Stella Kulagowski about her burlesque, drag, song, and immersive theatre adaptation of Edgar Allan Poe’s 1842 short story, The Masque of the Red Death. Then, an interview with Beverlee Rasmussen, a Canadian small business expert, about how small businesses can monopolize on the tariff
Tax season is upon us. Here’s what you need to know
Friday, March 7, 2025 — In this episode, the Final Word is once again joined by J-School graduate students with the latest in news. Then, host Gabriela Ponte interviews Canada Revenue Agency’s Ontario Region Communications Manager Zachariah Fernandes about the imminent tax filing season. And finally, we speak with filmmaker Laurie Townshend, whose film was released as an ode to International Women
Mining Injustice Solidarity Network holds march to protest the largest mining convention
Comedians Carson and Taylor performing at the Toronto Sketch Comedy Festival
CJTM partners with TMU's J-School students for brand new weekly news segments
New government care worker program launched "quietly," organization says
Registered Clinical Counsellor Allan Wade appointed as Member of the Order of Canada
Friday, January 24th, 2025 — In this episode, host Gabriela Ponte speaks to Dr. Allan Wade, whose many titles include Registered Clinical Counsellor and Member of the Order of Canada.
KUUMBA festival celebrating its 30th year in February
Friday, January 17, 2025 — In this episode, Met Radio speaks with the KUUMBA festival’s Diana Webley and organist Gail Archer. Find out about the 30th anniversary of this event and about this composer’s latest show.
LJI's Mia Johnson and Gabriela discuss their favourite stories of the semester
Special Segment — Local Journalism Initiative Met Radio journalist Mia Johnson and The Final Word host Gabriela Ponte discuss their favourite stories of the semester.
St. Joseph's hospital experiences unexpected boiler system failure
Friday, December 13th, 2024 — In this episode, we discussed holiday safety with Product Safety Officer at Health Canada Andrea Marini. Local Journalist Mia Johnson covers the ongoing heating issue at St. Joseph’s Health Centre. Host Gabriela Ponte speaks with the founder and creator of Firecracker Department, Naomi Snieckus. And Anna-Giselle Funes-Eng breaks down this day’s top news.
67% of Canadians can't comfortably pay for a $1,749 monthly mortgage, survey finds
Friday, December 6th, 2024 — In this episode, we discussed safe cannabis consumption during the holiday season as well as a new survey’s findings on mortgage affordability. Host Gabriela Ponte speaks with the Ontario Cannabis Store’s Dr. Jenna Valleriani. And then, an interview with licensed mortgage broker and EveryRate.ca co-founder Andy Hill.
AccessBC launches campaign to speed up Pharmacare Act's implementation
Friday, November 29th, 2024 — In this episode, we covered the Toronto International Ballet Theatre’s rendition of The Nutcracker and AccessBC’s new National Letter Writing Campaign. Host Gabriela Ponte speaks to the Toronto International Ballet Theatre’s artistic director Tatiana Stepanova and AccessBC’s Chair and co-founder Teale Phelps Bondaroff.
Taylgate 2024 brings Taylor Swift fans together at Metro Convention Centre
Friday, November 22nd, 2024 — In this episode, volunteers Mariana Schuetze and Amanda Shekarchi attend the Taylgate 2024 event, where Swifties unite at the Metro Convention Centre and enjoy all things Taylor Swift. Then, Local Journalism Initiative Journalist Mia Johnson speaks to artists who have withdrawn their books from consideration for The Giller Prize.
Pink Triangle Press Awards honour achievements in the 2SLGBTQIA+ community
Friday, November 15th, 2024 — In this episode, Met Radio volunteer Mariana Schuetze attends the Pink Triangle Press Awards Red Carpet, where she interviews stars like Elliot Page and Emily Hamsphire. Then, host Gabriela Ponte speaks with Migrant Rights Network spokesperson Syed Hussan regarding the U.S. election results and how they could lead to anti-immigrant hysteria.
Food bank usage increasing dramatically, Allan Gardens Food Bank president says
Friday, November 8th, 2024 — In this episode, we discussed the U.S. Presidential Election results and the rising number of individuals needing and accessing food bank resources. Host Gabriela Ponte speaks to Professor Emeritus Wayne Petrozzi, who specializes in U.S. politics, and Allan Gardens Food Bank President Meryl Wharton.
Cinefranco Film Festival held at Carlton Cinema
Friday, November 1st, 2024 - Cinefranco, an annual francophone film festival, is broadcasting 25 different short and feature-length films at Carlton Cinema. Host Gabriela Ponte speaks with the festival's founder, executive director and artistic director Marcelle Lean about this.
Spring's Red October Rally held at TMU
Friday, October 25th, 2024 - In this episode, we speak to organizers and attendees of the Spring Socialist Network's Red October Conference.
Immigration policies continue to cause tension in Canada
Nuit Blanche performance gives "moving arts" a whole new meaning
Toronto Burlesque Festival returns after its pandemic hiatus
Studiosity’s 2024 National Wellbeing Survey shows a student need for timely support
Lululemon exemption leaves small business at a disadvantage, says advocate
Jarvis Collegiate Institute Among MusiCounts Award Recipients
Friday, September 6, 2024 – In this episode, former The Final Word host Gabriela Ponte returns. She speaks with MusiCounts president Kristy Fletcher and music educator at one of the recipient schools, Michael Jameer. Fletcher were excited about the one million dollars awarded to 74 different schools across Canada, while Jameer explained what equipment he hopes to get for his students with the mone
Fan Expo and the art of cosplaying, TMU Freshmen Orientation in full swing
Friday, August 30, 2024. In today's episode we are talking Fan Expo and TMU Freshman Orientation! Met Radio's Advertising & Sponsorship Coordinator and reporter Daniel Centeno covered Fan Expo this past week here in Toronto. Fan Expo is Canada's largest comic, sci-fi and gaming convention, a perfect place for … cosplaying! Daniel spoke to some attendees about the art of cosplaying and what ma
un/SHELTERED Toronto Design Challenge encourages creative ideas to address city's housing crisis
Friday August 23, 2024. In today's episode host Mariana Schuetze spoke to Elizabeth McIsaac, President of Maytree, about the un/SHELTERED: Toronto Design Challenge, encouraging participants to come up with creative solutions to address the city's housing crisis. Mariana also spoke to Darren Greer, an author and multidisciplinary artist and clinical case manager at Alpha House Toronto, a mental hea
Local jazz & funk band Caliber Funk performs at Beaches Jazz Fest StreetFest
Friday, August 16, 2024. Met Radio's Radio Producer, and this week's guest-reporter for The Final Word, Sarra Gillani, talked to Caliber Funk, a local jazz/funk band. In this interview, they talk about their work, their experience playing the Beaches Jazz Fest StreetFest and their recent rebrand when they went from being called Accolades to Caliber Funk.
Katherine Festeryga wins Toronto's Women4Climate pitch competition
Friday, August 2, 2024. Today's episode is all about climate initiatives. The City of Toronto announced this June the winners of the fourth annual Women4ClimateTO pitch competition. Ten local entrepreneurs pitched their climate-related initiatives to a panel of judges for a chance to claim the first prize of twenty thousand dollars and two secondary prizes of five thousand dollars each. Katherine
HOUSECanada works with student groups and developers to build affordable, equitable student housing
Friday, July 26. For today's episode The Final Word's reporter Lamar McIntosh speaks to Arinola Olowoporoku, an arts and cultural producer for the Harbourfront Centre, about the 26th edition of Island Soul, a lively summer weekend celebrating the rich legacy of Caribbean music, art, performance and food starting on Aug. 1. Host Mariana Schuetze interviews Nathi Zamisa, co-executive director of HO
Women in the Studio National Accelerator now in its sixth year
Friday, July 19, 2024. On this week's The Final Word show, we heard from Margaret McGuffin, CEO of Music Publishers Canada on this year's edition of the Women in the Studio National Accelerator. This is an initiative, now in its sixth year, created to foster the professional growth and advancement of talented producer-songwriters from across Canada. The Final Word also spoke to one of this year's
This year's Toronto Fringe Festival has over 70 shows, coverage
Friday, July 12, 2024. For this week's The Final Word, host Mariana Schuetze and reporter Karen Young review four Toronto Fringe Festival shows (Painting By Numbers, The Bluffs, Bus Stop and Sheila: The Musical). The Final Word reporter Rogene Teodoro interviews Spencer West on this year's Toronto Disability Pride March and The Final Word reporter Lamar McIntosh has this week's top news.
