The Agenda with Steve Paikin

The Agenda welcomes urbanist and academic Richard Florida to discuss his new book, "The New Urban Crisis: How Our Cities Are Increasing Inequality, Deepening Segregation, and Failing the Middle Class - and What We Can Do About It," in which he chronicles the dark side of the creative economy. Then, a closer look into why economic inequality is increasing in cities such as Toronto.

The Agenda welcomes psychologist and author Daniel Levitin to discuss ideas outlined in his book, "A Field Guide to Lies: Critical Thinking in the Information Age" and The Agenda discusses the line between journalism and activism and if they can co-exist.

The Agenda looks into whether a drastic change from a traditional voting system is really what's needed to reform Canada's electoral system. Then, why London's city council has opted for the ranked-ballot system for next year's municipal election. And, could online voting boost voter turnout and make casting a ballot easier for all?

The Agenda welcomes Howard Sapers, an independent adviser on corrections hired by the province, to discuss his report on the overuse of segregation in Ontario jails. Then, experts dig into some of the report's 63 recommendations.

The Agenda welcomes Shachi Kurl, executive director of the Angus Reid Institute, to discuss Jagmeet Singh's decision to enter the federal NDP's leadership race. Then, the new urban crisis, journalism vs. activism, electoral reform, and segregation in Ontario prisons. The Agenda reviews its week of programming.

Ontario has a diverse makeup of nationalities and cultures and is home to almost 40 per cent of Canadians. But what does it specifically mean to be an Ontarian? The Agenda explores what defines an Ontario identity. Then, a look at Toronto's history of diversity through the experience of one local public school.

The Agenda examines some of the age-discrimination challenges facing older workers in today's workplace and what solutions exist to overcome the problem. Then, Conservative MP Mike Lake and his son Jaden, share some of the challenges and achievements associated with families raising children with autism.

The Agenda welcomes former cabinet minister David Orazietti to reflect on his life in politics, his future in the post-secondary world, and a by-election in his town of Sault Ste. Marie. Then, why it's important to support forest product workers and the northeastern Ontario communities that rely on this important sector.

The Agenda convenes a panel of Crown and defense lawyers to discuss how courts have adjusted under new rules on trial delays. Then, how social entrepreneurial ventures are creating meaningful job opportunities for people with barriers to employment.

The Agenda highlights a story making news this week. (To be finalized during week) Then, how a local school addresses diversity, ageism in the workplace, an update on Ontario's forestry industry, and the Jordan decision on trial delays. The Agenda reviews its week of programming.

The Agenda examines President Trump's stance on NATO and what it could mean for the future of the 70-year-old alliance. Then, growing up in the shadow of legendary Billy Bishop.

The Agenda discusses The National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women. Then, a review of the week's programs.

The Agenda reflects on the Six-Day War on its 50th anniversary. Then, journalist Scott Anderson provides a comprehensive account of the unravelling of the contemporary Arab world.

The Agenda examines how to help kids cope with stress. Then, how inquiry-based learning can lead to better results in the classroom. And, 10 questions on space junk.

The Agenda discusses what lies ahead for each of Ontario's three main political parties as they prepare for Ontario's 42nd provincial election.

The Agenda examines the Ontario government's proposed labour reforms. Then, Jim Bradley looks back at his 40-year career in Ontario politics.

The Agenda examines Canada's new trade and defence policies. Then, a review of the week's programs.

The Agenda examines how cholesterol-lowering has become a billion dollar global industry, the subject of "Cholesterol, the Great Bluff," a documentary airing on TVO tonight at 9 p.m. Then, former OPP commissioner Chris Lewis talks about the power and benefits of positive leadership, the topic of his book, "Never Stop on a Hill."

The Agenda welcomes author and theoretical physicist Lawrence Krauss to talk about the important role that science plays in the understanding of the world and beyond, the topic of his new book, "The Greatest Story Ever Told - So Far." Then, how an Ontario couple coped with a cancer diagnosis in the family and the important lessons they learned along the way.

The Agenda welcomes journalist and author Amie Parnes to discuss her new book, "Shattered: Inside Hillary's Doomed Campaign" which dissects Clinton's failed presidential bid. Then, culture critic and author Laura Kipnis discusses her continued defiance of campus thought police and all that she finds wrong at post-secondary institutions today.

June is Men's Health Month in Canada. To mark the occasion, The Agenda focuses on the physical and mental health challenges facing men today and what can be done to overcome them.

The Agenda looks at the current state of the GTA housing market and how it's affecting housing in surrounding communities. Then, the truth about cholesterol, Lawrence Krauss on the history of the universe, inside Hillary Clinton's campaign, Laura Kipnis on American campus culture, and the physical and mental health of men. The Agenda reviews its week of programming.

The Agenda examines Canada's laws governing HIV non-disclosure and why some find them dangerously out of date. Then, outgoing York University president Mamdouh Shoukri looks back on his ten years in charge and the ups and downs of running a major university

This spring, Ontario launched a guaranteed minimum income pilot program in three Ontario cities. The Agenda welcomes Hugh Segal, whose advice helped design the made-in-Ontario program. Then, experts analyze whether it's an economically effective way to provide income security to people living on low incomes.

The Agenda examines the lives of habitual drug users in Toronto's Regent Park, the topic of the award-winning documentary, "The Stairs," airing tonight at 9 p.m. on TVO. Then, urbanist Richard Florida weighs in on whether gentrification renews or destroys communities.

It's been 20 years since the first Harry Potter book hit the shelves. The Agenda examines how the series became an unprecedented cultural force which still has an effect on adults and children alike.

The Agenda highlights a story making news this week.Then, HIV non-disclosure, guaranteed income pilot, gentrification, and Harry Potter at 20. The Agenda reviews its week of programming.

Daily current affairs show offering in-depth analysis and intelligent debate on issues of concern in the rapidly changing world around us.

Daily current affairs show offering in-depth analysis and intelligent debate on issues of concern in the rapidly changing world around us.

Daily current affairs show offering in-depth analysis and intelligent debate on issues of concern in the rapidly changing world around us.

Daily current affairs show offering in-depth analysis and intelligent debate on issues of concern in the rapidly changing world around us.

Daily current affairs show offering in-depth analysis and intelligent debate on issues of concern in the rapidly changing world around us.

The Agenda welcomes child development expert Stuart Shanker to discuss how parents can spot signs of stress in their children and help them cope with it. Then, how bringing inquiry-based learning into the classroom can increase student learning. And,10 questions on space junk.

For over two decades, Kardinal Offishall and DJ Starting From Scratch have blessed the mic and the turntables with beats and rhymes, adding a northern touch to hip hop music. Now co-hosts of The Kardi Party on iHeartRadio, they talk with Nam Kiwanuka to discuss their rise to stardom, and how they view hip hop's evolution.

Artist Kent Monkman's work narrates the history of Canada through the experience of Indigenous Peoples. From depictions of New France to the harsh urban environments of Winnipeg's north end, he offers a First Nations lens on history. He talks to Nam Kiwanuka about his work and his recent exhibit for Canada 150: Shame and Prejudice.

From the mid-1800s to the 1950s, thousands of newcomers migrated to a Toronto neighbourhood called The Ward. But the government considered it a slum, and following the Second World War it was bulldozed. Gracia Dyer Jalea, co-founder of the Toronto Ward Museum, talks to Nam Kiwanuka about why stories of The Ward's former residents continue to resonate.

Bill Davis was Ontario's 18th premier, serving from 1971 to 1985. In his latest book, "Bill Davis: Nation Builder, and Not So Bland After All," Steve Paikin writes about Davis's contributions during 25 years in public office as well as his post-political career. He speaks to Nam Kiwanuka about the book and why he felt it was important to write it.

Within a generation, Muskoka transitioned from an agricultural economy to a tourist destination. Andrew Watson, postdoctoral fellow in the department of history at the University of Saskatchewan, explains how Muskoka became cottage country.

When award-winning screenwriter Elan Mastai ("The F Word") submitted the manuscript for his first novel, "All Our Wrong Todays," it caused a bidding war among publishers, then another for the screen rights. Mastai talks to Nam Kiwanuka about the book: a utopian and dystopian trip through time that features a masterful exploration of modern life and the choices an individual must make.

Author Antanas Sileika is considered something of a cultural rock star in Lithuania, but he was actually born and raised in Canada, the son of Lithuanian refugees. He talks to Nam Kiwanuka about his cultural agility, the topic of his memoir, "The Barefoot Bingo Caller: A Memoir."

Growing up as the daughter of Korean immigrants, Ann Y.K. Choi often felt caught between two worlds. She explores this pressure, and all that comes with it, in her debut novel, "Kay's Lucky Coin Variety." She joins Nam Kiwanuka to discuss the novel, and capturing the Korean-Canadian experience.