With the election in the air, it's not a bad time to talk about why and how we need less government.  It seems it doesn't really matter if we're talking about the evil spenders on the left, or the supposedly fiscally-responsible conservatives, they ALL have increased the size of government.  That means new people, new departments, new positions, new capital spending and new programs -- thus MORE not less government.  ... Read More

The big news today is gas prices hitting record highs in Toronto and elsewhere.  US prices are approaching five dollars a gallon, which is an important psychological barrier.  In Canada we are seeing (gasp) $1.40 per litre (mini gallons for my american friends). Some time ago I recommended reading Jeff Rubin's book "Why Your World is About to Get a Whole Lot Smaller".  An excellent and easy read.  He basically debunks ... Read More

Even though our own federal election is next week and should be our focus in this country, I can't ignore the absolutely idiotic argument going on right now about where Barack Obama was born.  It speaks to the level of xenophobia currently in the US (mostly) and other Western Countries (to a lesser degree). That Donald Trump could actually put himself in place as an early front runner -- in large ... Read More

I had a chance to speak to Mr. Chong -- our Conservative MP -- briefly today as he was out working the campaign trail going door to door.  I have liked him since first meeting him before he was elected in 2004.  He's a very genuine person, immediately likeable and yet he comes across with a seriousness that makes you know he doesn't take any of his job lightly.  He ... Read More

Put this Saturday April 30th aside. I will be playing with the Fire and Water Band at the Busholme Inn in Erin.  Mostly classic rock tunes with a few originals and a few newer ones as well. Hope to see you there!   ... Read More

One other afternoon we created this with our friend Norma... If no one holds the world. This is one of the purest songs I've ever heard or had the pleasure to play on (which I did NOT on this recording), however I did master it....   ... Read More

Don't miss the always awesome Toronto  Jazz Festival this year.  It runs from June 24 to July 3, and all the venues are downtown.  Over the years I've been lucky enough to catch some of the best in Jazz, and some newcomers such as my two favourite Canadian piano guys right now, Michael Kaeshammer and Robby Botos (I "discovered" both of them when they were opening for various acts). One year ... Read More

These folks obviously practice a lot when things are slow.  Some of these feats are just amazing! Here is the video of these guys....   ... Read More

I helped Wendel Wilks with the first application for a "real" station back in 2004 and 2005.  That CRTC application was for a full out Broadcast Channel (must carry on cable, satellite etc), which would have covered Niagara and the GTA, but with a focus on Niagara.  I naively believed that the station had a good chance at a license but in the end the need to protect poor old ... Read More

My friend Norm who sent me this gave up riding motorcycles years ago due to idiots like this on the road; even before they had cell phones to add to their distractions. Sometimes only a picture can get our attention! Her last call was from a new cell phone... Do you see the motorcycle?  You can click the images for a larger view. ... Read More