Left Looking In
Episodes
36 episodes
National Day of Mourning
On the National Day of Mourning, Left Looking In remembers Local 416 member Jose Castillo and every worker killed, injured, or made ill because of unsafe working conditions.Dave and Ted are joined by Ontario Federation of Labour...
Going in Circles
The Blue Box transition is here and the rollout has been anything but smooth. In this episode, Dave and Ted break down what changed, who’s actually in charge of recycling now, and why accountability feels harder to find. If you’re frustrated, c...
On the Front Lines
In this special live episode of Left Looking In, host David Moscrop sits down with CUPE Local 416 President Eddie Mariconda and CUPE National President Mark Hancock to talk about worker power, political engagement, and the fights that shape pub...
Stronger Together – Ft. Mayor Olivia Chow
What does it take to build a city that truly cares for its people? Mayor Olivia Chow joins Dave Moscrop to talk about leading with compassion, rebuilding trust in public institutions, and bringing people together to solve Toronto’s toughest cha...
Code Red to Code Ready
Behind every call for help is a workforce that needs time to breathe and space to recover. Local 416 paramedic leaders join Dave Moscrop to discuss what it takes to keep Toronto’s emergency response system running when the calls never stop. Pet...
The History of the State of the Union
They say history repeats itself. This time, it’s on the mic. Host David Moscrop sits down with TCEU Local 416 President Eddie Mariconda and VP Ted Aivalis to unpack over a century of union history, from strikes and amalgamation to fights over p...
Climate Action That Works for Workers
The climate crisis isn’t just about science – it’s about people and how we live, work, and take care of our communities. In this episode, Rick Smith, President of the Canadian Climate Institute, joins us to explore the critical intersection of ...
It's time to BUILD. How do we do that? – Ft. Nate Erskine-Smith
Housing affordability isn’t just a market issue, it’s a human one. In this episode, we sit down with Federal Minister of Housing, The Hon. Nate Erskine-Smith, to talk about real solutions to the housing crisis. From tackling red tape and exclus...
What We're Up Against
In this episode of Left Looking In, we sit down with Candace Rennick, Secretary-Treasurer of CUPE National, to talk about what fuels the labour movement. From her first job in long-term care to leading national fights for fair wages and respect...
Wait...There's an Election?
In this special episode of Left Looking In, host Dave Moscrop is joined by TCEU Local 416 VP, Ted Aivalis, and legendary pollster, Allan Gregg, to explore how politicians are working to connect with voters across Ontario. With early voting just...
Where To From Here
Welcome to the “Screaming Twenties!” In this lively kickoff to 2025, Dave Moscrop sits down with economist Armine Yalnizyan to dish on what’s in store for Canadian workers, from unstoppable demographic shifts to wage boosts and automation angst...
Musings with Moscrop
We're shaking things up in our latest episode of Left Looking In! This time, host Dave Moscrop spins the mic around, joining us as our guest to chat about his path from Plato enthusiast to PhD holder. Along with our guest host, Jen Hassum from ...
A Solid Plan for Cities – Ft. David Miller
We're back! In this must-listen episode of Left Looking In, host David Moscrop is joined by the one and only David Miller, the former Toronto mayor. Together, they dive into the future of Ontario’s cities and their pivotal role in driving real,...
Labour Day: Wins That Benefit Workers
In this Labour Day special, we explore the ongoing fight led by unionized workers to improve the lives of all Canadians. As workers push for fair wages, safer workplaces, and resist corporate greed, Labour Day’s significance is more relevant th...
Water For All
In this week’s episode, Ted Aivalis, Vice President of Local 416, and Anishinabek Nation's Grand Council Chief Reg Niganobe dive into a discussion about water rights and their impact on Indigenous communities, including the critical role of Tor...
All Things Blue Box and Sustainability
This week, we explore Toronto's Blue Box transition program and its effects on Local 416 members and the wider community. Joining us are Local 416 Vice President Ted Aivalis, former City Councillor Mike Layton, and Sarah Buchanan, Campaigns Dir...
Toronto Paramedic Services & the Code Red Campaign
Over the last several months, we’ve heard a lot of people raising alarm bells over the state of our healthcare system. The underfunding, the burnout, things are reaching a real crisis point in Ontario. Toronto Paramedic Services (TPS) pro...
Highlighting the History and Cultures of Black Communities in Toronto
February is widely recognized as Black History Month and there is no shortage of events and celebrations to honour the legacy of Black Canadians and their communities. On our podcast this month we welcome Councillor Amber Morley was elec...
All About The 2024 Toronto City Budget
Join David Moscrop with Ted Aivalis, CUPE 416 Vice President and co-host of Left Looking In, with guests Shelley Carroll, Toronto City Councillor and Budget Committee Chair and David Amborski, Professor at TMU’s School of Urban and Regional Pla...
Emerging Leaders in Labour
Joining special guest host Jennifer Hassum, Executive Director of the Broadbent Institute and CUPE 416 President Eddie Mariconda, Laura Walton shares how she got involved in the labour movement, what motivates her and how she is approaching her...
The Future of Encampments in the City of Toronto
The City of Toronto has been in a housing and homelessness crisis for a number of years. The escalating housing crisis, overburdened shelters, and the pandemic created the conditions for the worsening of homelessness and the emergence of encamp...
Labour Day: Past, Present and Future
Most Canadians understand Labour Day as the end of summer, a day off and a day of rest with many participating in parades and picnics. For parents, there may be a little more celebrating since the first day of school follows for students. But f...
Toronto Mayoral Race Wrap Up
Tune in this week to hear from host David Moscrop and CUPE 416 Vice President Ted Aivalis as they debrief on the outcome of Toronto's recent mayoral race with our guests. Various opinion polls had Olivia Chow as the front-runner throughout much...
Celebrate National Indigenous History Month with us!
June is National Indigenous History Month - a time to recognize the rich history, heritage, resilience, and diversity of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis across Canada. In this episode, David Moscrop co-host with CUPE 416's Vice Pre...