It’s been described as unique, essential and on the leading edge. Some compare it to a pulpit. Others say its community is made up of eccentric, committed people who honor intellectual curiosity and share a social conscience. The object of their esteem is, surprisingly, a radio program. The show is Ideas, now in its twentieth… Continue reading The World According to Ideas
Series: Spring 1985
The Yea Team
Pat Marsden was obviously perturbed by my line of questioning as we sat in his office at CFTOTV in Toronto. His face was beet red, sharply contrasting with his white shirt and natty blue suit-the same face that has been closely associated with television sports in Canada for 28 years. I had just asked if… Continue reading The Yea Team
The Right Staff
She is attractive, young and engaging, her slightly bouffant hairstyle and classic pearls a touch old fashioned. He is suave and handsome, well groomed and polished, his bright silk tie complementing his jacket puff. They could be the perfect couple on the perfect evening, and in a sense they are. She’s Gail Smith, he’s Tom… Continue reading The Right Staff