Episode 47 - March 30, 2014

Do you tip even if you get bad service? Or are we so polite that we leave money even if we a bad time?
Pay chats with Sabrina Maddeaux (NOW magazine) about Gwyenth's "conscious uncoupling" and her comments about how being on a film set is more challenging than being a mom with a regular 9-5 schedule. Oops...should have kept that to herself.
Also, how does taking a selfie help cancer awareness? It doesn't, so get over yourself. The men didn't want to be left out so they started their own risky hashtag.
If you love cats or just love cat videos...the Just for Cats Film Fest is for you. Pay gets all the details and there will be cats on the red carpet.
Plus, an art event where you can bid on a private dinner for 6 prepared by chef Matt Blondin.
And...details on naked yoga...

Episode 45 - March 16, 2014

Gardening expert and author, Niki Jabbour, gives great tips on growing your own food whether you have a garden or a balcony. She grows food all year round and says it's easy.

Actor and Improvisor, Naomi Sniekus, chats about taking part in the Live Below the Line Challenge this year. The campaign encourages people to sign up and raise money to help end extreme poverty. Participants are asked to live on $1.75 a day for 5 days.

We also chat about Macaron Day Toronto taking place on Thursday. Participating patisseries will donate 25% of macaron sales that day to the Red Door Family Shelter.

And those hand-painted Honest Ed's signs are selling now for how much??

Episode 44 - March 9, 2014

Food Network host and cookbook author, Bob Blumer, from Surreal Gourmet, Glutton for Punishment and the World's Weirdest Restaurants, joins me in studio to chat about where his culinary adventures have taken  him and to talk about the Surreal Gourmet Room at the Gladstone Hotel. A food-lovers dream space to sleep and relax.
Do you know how much sugar you SHOULD be eating? It's a lot less than you think. Nutritionist Theresa Albert talks about the hidden sugar in your favourite foods and where you should be getting your sugar from.
If you drive downtown Toronto, you've noticed lanes blocked and street parking taken up by construction sites. Reporter David Topping (The Grid, Globe & Mail) looks into the legalities of "street occupation" and how much it costs developers.

Episode 42 - February 23, 2014

A special two-hour show!

MasterChef Canada judge and restauranteur Michael Bonacini hangs out in studio to talk about the show and what it's like choosing who stays and who leaves.

Holistic nutritionist Joy McCarthy talks about the connection between what you eat and how well you sleep and feel. Her new book, "Eat and Live Well without Dieting" has great food and nutrition tips.

Top Chef regular and food expert Gail Simmons talks about her experience on the new season of Recipe to Riches and NOW magazine's Sabrina Maddeaux weighs in on the swimsuit issue of Sports Illustrated, featuring...Barbie.

And food trucks might finally be accessible in Toronto. Maybe. Zane Caplansky owns a deli and a food truck and tells us what the issues are that are keeping food trucks from serving.

Episode 41 - February 16, 2014

Entertainment host and producer, Graeme O'Neil joins Pay to chat about bad Valentine's Day experiences and the popularity of "rented boyfriends" overseas. Also, do you feel for the news anchor that mistook Samuel L. Jackson for Lawrence Fishburn during a live TV interview?
Aviva Reimer of Perfect-Fit explains how her fitness club also acts as a dating service. Her matchmaking skills are put to the test during events for singles.
And National Cupcake Day is at the end of the month. Hear how cupcakes can help the SPCA and Humane Societies near you.

Episode 39 - February 2, 2014

It's Superbowl Sunday AND Groundhog Day! Pay weighs in on which groundhogs to trust. Chef David Rocco joins the show to talk about his latest show and about the Ultimate Chef's Challege - an event where you can hang out with some of the top chefs in North America.
Dermatologist Dr. Paul Cohen talks about winter skincare and what we're doing wrong. Plus, how to keep our skin in top shape during the cold months.
Winterlicious is upon us - get details on how you can dine at some of the city's best restaurants for a deal.

Episode 34 - Dec. 29, 2013

The last show of 2013!
TV and radio host, Jason Agnew, joins the show to chat about the holidays, NYE expectations and the one resolution he actually kept.
Matty Matheson from P&L Burger tells us the secret to making the perfect burger and how to make make them the perfect NYE party food.

Episode 33 - December 15, 2013

Should customers be charged extra if they're rude? A French cafe thinks so.
Oliver & Bonacini gives great entertaining tips to make life easier for the holiday season. Dr. Colin Ellard tells us how stores and malls are designed to make us spend more and we find out about Sky's the Limit - a charity that will pick up your old laptop and donate it a kid in need. Plus, the top tweeted events of 2013.

Episode 31 - December 1, 2013

Gearing up for the holidays! One mom talks about her decision to do a "no gifts" Christmas with her family. Heather Greenwood-Davis tells us why her family will benefit.
Film critic, Thom Ernst, pops in studio to talk about the hot holiday films coming out this month, and tech gift ideas with tech expert, Maurice Cacho. Plus...the newest trend...jewellery inserted into your eye.

Episode 30 - November 24, 2013

He knows a thing or two about craft beer and wrote a cookbook filled with craft beer recipes. David Ort joins Pay in studio to chat about the great beer being made in Canada.
Caroline Mulroney Lapham talks about the Shoebox Project along with Michelle Taylor from the Fred Victor shelter. Shoeboxes filled with small gifts are distributed to women in shelters across the city. It's easy and doesn't cost a lot - that's why you should do it.

Episode 29 - November 17, 2013

Comedian Pat Thornton joins Pay in studio to talk about his 24-hours of stand-up for Africa. In its 5th year, Pat will perform stand-up comedy on November 29th to raise money for the Stephen Lewis Foundation.
Also, holiday gift ideas for women under $50. Including thermal leggings!
And some ways to fight those nasty varicose veins that don't involve surgery.
And you'll never guess what nasty germs are lurking in the most popular library books. How about herpes?

Episode 26 - October 27, 2013

Comedian and author, Sean Cullen, hangs out in studio! We chat with John Catucci, host of "You Gotta Eat Here" about the big food competition he's hosting at the Drake Hotel. And do you think marriage makes you fat?

Episode 25 - October 20, 2013

Comedian Ali Hassan hangs out in studio and we sample fancy teas and tea cocktails with Jennifer Commins from Pluck Teas. Pay talks about her mom "feeling boys" and chats with chef Donna Dooher about Eat to the Beat. A fundraiser that brings together 60 of the top female chefs in Canada.

Episode 22 - September 22

Freeganism and dumpster diving. Pay talks to Jon Sufrin and Dorian Douma about "rescuing food", salvaging unwanted groceries and digging for dinner in garbage cans.
Plus, are our cell phone manners going down the toilet? Parenting author, Kathy Buckworth shares the latest stats on where we're using our cell phone (ahem...the bathroom). And Saul Colt talks about a great new program to help fund tech startups.

Episode 21 - September 15

Pay is back from a quick trip to BC...hear her latest Mama Chen story.
Pay chats with 10-year old eco blogger, Hannah Alper, about her new role as a We Day speaker. A big deal for such a young girl!
Also, Eric Brass, from Tequila Tromba sets the record straight on why tequila tastes gross, but REAL tequila does not. And you can take part in largest tequila tasting...in the WORLD!
Tech expert, Maurice Cacho, explains the new iPhone 5C and 5S. Plus...Twitter going public?

Episode 20 - September 1st

Pay tackles an important issue: raisins.
She hates them and insists others despise them as well. Calls and texts come in from both camps for this nasty dried fruit.
If you have a kid in university with a good appetite, they could be eating their way to $25,000 in prizes from JustEat.ca and their eating competition.
Nutritionist, Theresa Albert, talks about the popularity of e-cigarettes among kids and why parents should be concerned. She also debunks some exercise myths: how much cardio is enough? Do you need all that protein after a workout? And is chocolate milk really a great post-exercise drink?
And Pay talks about an LA surgeon who created his "perfect woman" and married her. True love.

Episode 15 - July 28

Design expert Glen Peloso stops by to answer questions and gives tips on where to spend and splurge when decorating your home. Etiquette expert, Karen Cleveland, tells us how to be the perfect cottage guest (because we want to be invited back) and how to be a good host (ie: tell people if you only have an outhouse). And registered dietician, Andrea Holwegner, talks about the benefits of the Mediterranean diet. It's carb-friendly.

Episode 14 - July 21

Pay talks to her beekeeper about the plight of bees and how you can take part in a hive share program and own a beehive in the city. Plus, what mama Chen found in Pay's bedroom during her visit to Toronto, the Group of 7 Chefs throw cool food events in the city, and what red wines are great to drink during the summer. And people share the "deals" they've purchased at Honest Ed's.

Episode 13 - July 14

Chef, musician and author, Roger Mooking cohosts the show with Pay. He talks about his days with the popular group "Base is Bass" and moving on to becoming a well-known celebrity chef with shows that air all over the world. His new album, "Feedback" is available now.
Pay talks about her beehive and purchasing part of a hive through a hive-share program. She's the boss and the bees are working hard.
Pay and Roger find out about Two Islands Weekend - a summer camp for adults to relive the fun and good times of camp but this time with chefs cooking gourmet food and...booze.

Episode 12 - July 7, 2013

Pay mingles with the Amish (including at the drive-thru at Tim Horton's) and checks out St. Jacob's. She discovers a book about the Amish and Mennonites (top 20 questions) published in Intercourse, PA. That's right. Dhani Oks from Academy of Lions Crossfit studio stops by to talk about CrossFit and the Paleo/Caveman diet. Chef Toben from Toben Food by Design talks about the hottest summer food trends (pickled fruit? Fried chicken and waffles!) And we find out the hottest summer trends for women and how you can wear the latest styles for a fraction of the price with Rent Frock Repeat.