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Toronto Legends

Andrew Applebaum
NHL
Hockey
Toronto
Toronto Maple Leafs
Canada
Olympics
1980 Winter Olympics
Miracle On Ice
Olympic Games
Toronto Raptors
Canada's Sports Hall Of Fame
CBC
Stanley Cup
Elevate Festival
High Jump
Bond Bakery Brands
Ben Johnson
Chris Myers
ESPN
Women's Ice Hockey

'Toronto Famous' personalities share their stories and memories with host Andrew Applebaum!

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PBS Travel Journalist Joseph Rosendo talks about visiting 104 countries around the world, his upcoming shooting schedule around the Thousand Islands, his popular PBS shows Joseph Rosendo’s Steppin’ Out and Joseph Rosendo’s Travelscope, his 21 episode... more

Legendary CBC Hockey Night in Canada host Dave Hodge talks about his Montreal origins, palling around with Chatham Legend Ferguson Jenkins, beating out Alex Trebek for the HNIC hosting job because Mr Jeopardy (allegedly) wouldn’t shave his moustache,... more

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Joseph Rosendo
Six-time Emmy Award-winning travel journalist; travelscope and steppin out host
PBS/TravelShows
Episode: Joseph Rosendo, PBS Travel Journalist
Dave Hodge
Acclaimed broadcaster, former host of Hockey Night in Canada
Hockey Night in Canada, CBC, TSN
Episode: Dave Hodge, Broadcaster
Ritch Winter
Prominent hockey player agent, founder and CEO of Rays Sports
Rays Sports
Episode: Ritch Winter, NHL Player Agent
Ben Mulroney
Broadcast media personality and host of ETalk, Canadian Idol, Your Morning, and The Ben Mulroney Show
Canadian media
Episode: Ben Mulroney, The Ben Mulroney Show
Alexis Stefanovich-Thomson
Award-winning crime and historical fiction author based in Toronto
Independent author
Episode: Alexis Stefanovich-Thomson, Author
Evanka Osmak
Co-anchor of Rogers Sportsnet Central; author
Rogers Sportsnet
Episode: Evanka Osmak, Sportsnet Central
Paul Waldemar Horsdal
Canada's legendary folksinger and songwriter, known as Valdy
Valdy (artist)
Episode: ICYMI: Valdy Horsdal, Folksinger/Storyteller/Troubadour
Simon Dingley
Acclaimed journalist, retired after a 43-year career
CBC/Global/CTV veteran
Episode: Simon Dingley, Broadcast Journalist
Steve Marriner
Lifelong blues musician, singer, songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist
Monkey Junk / Solo artist
Episode: Steve Marriner, JUNO winner!

Host

Andrew Applebaum
Host of Toronto Legends

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 39 ratings
  • Great episode

    Thanks so much for the interview with my favorite hockey player, Inge Hammarstrom. He was so underrated!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NandaLucy11
    Canada2 years ago
  • Inspiring success stories!

    This podcast does a great job of highlighting so many interesting people and their stories — it’s easy to learn about someone, or something, new in every episode! If you’re looking for more insight into all of the varied paths to success, then you’ll enjoy this show.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Michele510
    United States2 years ago
  • Really fun

    Lots of great guests..doesn’t make the podcast about HIM..something other T.O podcast hosts could stand to learn

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    DoBe0001
    Canada2 years ago
  • Powerful and profound.

    An intelligent host and great production value - add to that some great guests and you have a five star podcast. Well done. Tony Chapman.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tony ChatterthatMattersChapman
    Canada4 years ago

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The host brings strong production value and intelligent interview craft.
The show showcases Toronto and Canadian figures with engaging storytelling.
Guests deliver varied, high-quality stories across sports and culture.

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Dave Hodge, Broadcaster
Q: What was it like working with Don Cherry, and how did your visions differ?
He recalls early cooperation turning into friction as Cherry pushed a more fight-focused angle, while Hodge favored broader coverage of the game's news and strategic elements.
Dave Hodge, Broadcaster
Q: How did the Pen Flip incident change your career and view of CBC?
He frames it as a defining moment where he chose to stand by his stance, leading to conversations about control of the broadcast and his eventual departure from CBC.
Dave Hodge, Broadcaster
Q: What were the first moments that led to your big break with Hockey Night in Canada?
He describes being invited to audition for the host position, the initial hesitation, a second audition that validated his fit, and finally being offered the role, moving from fear to confidence.
Ritch Winter, NHL Player Agent
Q: Do you represent only players or do you also represent coaches or executives or broadcasting talent?
I mostly represent players, with some broadcasting work, but I focus on hockey players and their careers.
Ben Mulroney, The Ben Mulroney Show
Q: What was it like growing up with a Prime Minister father and how did that shape you?
He talks about the unique experiences, the security detail, meeting notable figures, and the balance of normalcy with public life, plus the impact on his family.

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A conversation-driven series focused on high-profile Canadian figures and sports personalities, often blending career retrospectives with behind-the-scenes stories from their peak moments. Guests frequently include athletes, coaches, journalists, and entertainers who provide insider perspectives on leadership, media, and navigating fame in Canada. The show stands out for its informal, storytelling-forward approach, long-form interviews, and a strong Toronto/media ecosystem anchor. Listeners likely value candid career insights, cultural context, and memorable anecdotes from sports and public life while enjoying accessible, long-form conversations.

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Recent guests on Toronto Legends include:

1. Joseph Rosendo
2. Dave Hodge
3. Ritch Winter
4. Ben Mulroney
5. Alexis Stefanovich-Thomson
6. Evanka Osmak
7. Paul Waldemar Horsdal
8. Simon Dingley

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