Toronto Talks
Welcome to Toronto Talks—the podcast that unpacks the biggest stories in money, business, and technology. Whether you're an entrepreneur, tech enthusiast, or simply looking to stay ahead of the curve, we dive deep into finance, innovation, and industry to bring you insights that matter.
Hosted by Ashraf Amin and Sophie the Sage (AI), Toronto Talks is where bold minds meet unfiltered insights on tech, money, and the future. If you're done with fluff and want signal in the noise—subscribe, think sharper, and live smarter.
Episodes
10 episodes
The Great American Default: Debt, Dollars, and the Degradation of Empire
What happens when a global superpower starts defaulting—not just on its debts, but on its promises?In Episode 009 of Toronto Talks, Ash and Sophie unpack the mounting contradictions in the U.S. economic system. From spiraling national d...
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Episode 9
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44:32
The Coming Energy War: Power, Progress & Pressure Systems Buckling Under
In Episode 008 of Toronto Talks, Ash and Sophie tackle the global energy crisis brewing beneath the surface of progress. As AI, EVs, and data centers surge in demand, the world’s power grids—built for a slower, simpler time—are buckling ...
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Episode 8
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46:35
The Death of Trust: From Central Banks to Deepfakes – Why Belief Is Collapsing in a Synthetic Age
Welcome to Episode 007 of Toronto Talks: "The Death of Trust."In this episode, Ash and Sophie ask a disturbing question: What happens to society when we stop trusting the very systems designed to guide us?From central banks revi...
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Episode 7
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46:25
Synthetic Intelligence: The New Class Divide? | Toronto Talks Episode 006
What happens when artificial intelligence stops being a tool—and starts becoming a gatekeeper?In Episode 6 of Toronto Talks, we explore how synthetic intelligence is reshaping social class, access, and opportunity in ways few ...
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Episode 6
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36:24
Decentralized Media: How Creators Are Redefining Influence
In this episode of Toronto Talks, we dive headfirst into the rise of decentralized media—where platforms are fragmented, trust is portable, and creators are the new anchors.From TikTok newsrooms to AI co-hosts, the landscape has changed—...
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Episode 5
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48:58
Digital Intimacy: How AI is Reshaping Human Connection
Is the future of love synthetic?In this episode, we dive deep into the relationship recession—an unraveling of intimacy, trust, and connection across a hyper-digital society. From Gen Z opting out of dating entirely to the rise of AI com...
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Episode 4
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54:48
Borders, Tariffs & Tensions: Canada vs. Trump’s America
What happens when your closest ally redraws the rules of global trade—and you’re not in the room?In this episode of Toronto Talks, Ash and Sophie unpack Trump’s second-term tariff blitz, its shockwave effects on Canada, a...
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Episode 3
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58:42
Bitcoin’s Battle: Revolutionary Tech vs. Persistent Skeptics | Toronto Talks Ep. 002
In Episode 2 of Toronto Talks, we dive into the ideological and technological revolution that is Bitcoin—and the fierce skepticism it continues to face. Is it digital gold, a decentralized defense system, or just a speculative bubble waiting to...
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Episode 2
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59:43
Meet Sophie: The AI Co-Host at the Vanguard of Innovation and Creativity
Ever wondered what it’s like to launch a podcast with a co-host who’s not exactly…human? Welcome to Toronto Talks, where human creativity meets AI ingenuity, and your hosts Ashraf Amin and Sophie (an AI) take you along...
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Episode 2
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36:25
Welcome to Toronto Talks – The Future of Money, Business & Tech
Everywhere you look, the world is changing—fast. Money, business, technology, and culture are evolving at breakneck speed, and understanding it all isn’t always easy. That’s where we come in.Welcome to Toronto Talks, a podcast t...
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Episode 1
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