Phil Rickaby
@philrickaby.com
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Writer, performer, podcaster introvert.
I write plays. I think about theatre and its future. Host and producer of @stageworthy.ca
Writer, performer, podcaster introvert.
I write plays. I think about theatre and its future. Host and producer of @stageworthy.ca
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Did you know that @soupcantheatre.bsky.social's A Christmas Carol is in its 7th year? Way back in its first year, I spoke to Scrooge himself, Thomas Gough on the podcast about this immersive theatrical experience! This show will sell out, so get tickets now!
stageworthy.ca/161-thomas-g...
stageworthy.ca/161-thomas-g...
Thomas Gough
Thomas Gough was first on stage at the age of five, but clearly remembers acting before that. He works frequently in the Independent Theatre in Toronto, having appeared in the last few years with …
stageworthy.ca
November 19, 2025 at 7:36 PM
Did you know that @soupcantheatre.bsky.social's A Christmas Carol is in its 7th year? Way back in its first year, I spoke to Scrooge himself, Thomas Gough on the podcast about this immersive theatrical experience! This show will sell out, so get tickets now!
stageworthy.ca/161-thomas-g...
stageworthy.ca/161-thomas-g...
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This is the kind of political theatre Canadians are having to deal with. 😡
November 18, 2025 at 3:44 AM
This is the kind of political theatre Canadians are having to deal with. 😡
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November 5, 2025 at 11:09 PM
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The fact that a majority of Ontarians think the province is headed in the wrong direction, while DF is still polling well, shows that the Opposition parties haven't been able to put forward a leader to get behind. This should be an important lesson. But will they learn it?
Majority of Ontarians say their province is heading in the wrong direction: poll
The new polling from Leger finds that only one third of Ontarians say things are heading in the right direction.
nationalpost.com
November 5, 2025 at 2:28 PM
The fact that a majority of Ontarians think the province is headed in the wrong direction, while DF is still polling well, shows that the Opposition parties haven't been able to put forward a leader to get behind. This should be an important lesson. But will they learn it?
The lesson from this: voters respond to actual policy, not just the politics of grievance. Voters want their governments to speak to their needs, not give empty promises or culture war BS. When candidates give voters something real to vote for, they respond.
Mamdani has now gotten more votes than 1/4 of the members of the United States Senate did when they got elected. The political power being channeled here is immense.
November 5, 2025 at 10:07 AM
The lesson from this: voters respond to actual policy, not just the politics of grievance. Voters want their governments to speak to their needs, not give empty promises or culture war BS. When candidates give voters something real to vote for, they respond.
Doug Ford's obsession with Toronto is pretty dangerous. The city rejected him as mayor, and it seems he will never let us live that down. To him, "punish" Toronto seems to be job one of the Provinces premier.
www.thestar.com/news/gta/dou...
www.thestar.com/news/gta/dou...
Doug Ford quietly kills Toronto’s green roof bylaw
Since the bylaw came into force in 2009, more than 1,200 green roofs have been installed across the city.
www.thestar.com
November 5, 2025 at 9:45 AM
Doug Ford's obsession with Toronto is pretty dangerous. The city rejected him as mayor, and it seems he will never let us live that down. To him, "punish" Toronto seems to be job one of the Provinces premier.
www.thestar.com/news/gta/dou...
www.thestar.com/news/gta/dou...
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The budget came out today, and it isn't good for the arts. I'm working my way through it, with an eye towards Canadian theatre. I'll have something to say, I'm sure.
November 4, 2025 at 11:10 PM
The budget came out today, and it isn't good for the arts. I'm working my way through it, with an eye towards Canadian theatre. I'll have something to say, I'm sure.
Subway better watch out. Their deadly sandwiches are a threat to ICE.
NEW: Jury selection begins in the trial of sandwich guy today. The prosecutors are accusing him of "throwing a meat sandwich" at "point-blank range."
POINT-BLANK RANGE 💀 www.nbcnews.com/politics/tru...
POINT-BLANK RANGE 💀 www.nbcnews.com/politics/tru...
Jury selection begins in the trial of D.C.'s 'sandwich guy'
Sean Dunn went viral this summer for throwing a salami sub at a Customs and Border Protection agent.
www.nbcnews.com
November 4, 2025 at 5:32 PM
Subway better watch out. Their deadly sandwiches are a threat to ICE.
Somehow the NDP gained ground in the polls, without a leader.
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Federal Polling:
LPC: 42% (-2)
CPC: 38% (-3)
NDP: 11% (+5)
BQ: 5% (-1)
GPC: 2% (+1)
PPC: 1% (-)
Liaison / Nov 3, 2025 / n=909 / MOE 3.1% / IVR
(% Change w 2025 Federal Election)
Visit @338canada.bsky.social for polling details: 338canada.com
Federal Polling:
LPC: 42% (-2)
CPC: 38% (-3)
NDP: 11% (+5)
BQ: 5% (-1)
GPC: 2% (+1)
PPC: 1% (-)
Liaison / Nov 3, 2025 / n=909 / MOE 3.1% / IVR
(% Change w 2025 Federal Election)
Visit @338canada.bsky.social for polling details: 338canada.com
November 4, 2025 at 5:13 PM
Somehow the NDP gained ground in the polls, without a leader.
There's a near-zero chance that Poilievre will let this go to a non-confidence vote. I don't think he can afford to go to the polls. He's losing popularity every day. The NDP certainly won't let this fail. They don't have a leader. Unlikely we go back to the polls.
www.ctvnews.ca/politics/art...
www.ctvnews.ca/politics/art...
Government needs opposition support on budget vote to avoid a winter election
Federal politicians of all stripes say they don’t want the coming budget vote to trigger a Christmas election — but nobody’s ruling it out, meaning voters might soon have to resist the temptation to d...
www.ctvnews.ca
November 4, 2025 at 4:52 PM
There's a near-zero chance that Poilievre will let this go to a non-confidence vote. I don't think he can afford to go to the polls. He's losing popularity every day. The NDP certainly won't let this fail. They don't have a leader. Unlikely we go back to the polls.
www.ctvnews.ca/politics/art...
www.ctvnews.ca/politics/art...
When we are told that Canadians will have to make "sacrifices", its never the rich who will sacrifice. Its never corporations who continue to gouge consumers. Its always Canadian citizens, who can ill afford the kinds of sacrifices that are likely to be imposed.
www.cbc.ca/news/politic...
www.cbc.ca/news/politic...
ANALYSIS | Carney's talk of 'sacrifices' suggests Canadians could soon face those tough choices | CBC News
It remains unclear exactly what those sacrifices will be or how they will be distributed. But the mere mention of sacrifices makes clear that Canadians are about to be faced with some real choices abo...
www.cbc.ca
November 4, 2025 at 4:48 PM
When we are told that Canadians will have to make "sacrifices", its never the rich who will sacrifice. Its never corporations who continue to gouge consumers. Its always Canadian citizens, who can ill afford the kinds of sacrifices that are likely to be imposed.
www.cbc.ca/news/politic...
www.cbc.ca/news/politic...
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This week on Stageworthy, Phil Rickaby talks with Will Parry — actor, singer, and content creator — about authenticity, creative confidence, and how artists can build meaningful connections both on stage and online.
Will Parry
This week on Stageworthy, host Phil Rickaby welcomes Will Parry, actor, singer, and content creator based in Toronto. Known for his work as a musical theatre performer and social media consultant for artists and theatre companies, Will shares insights into how creatives can better express their authentic selves online while building stronger connections with audiences.
stageworthy.ca
November 4, 2025 at 1:10 PM
This week on Stageworthy, Phil Rickaby talks with Will Parry — actor, singer, and content creator — about authenticity, creative confidence, and how artists can build meaningful connections both on stage and online.
This commercial makes me want to drink Pepsi it looks so bad.
Coca-Cola's annual Christmas commercial is AI-generated again
The company used even fewer people to make it this year
“We need to keep moving forward and pushing the envelope … The genie is out of the bottle, and you’re not going to put it back in"
(via THR)
The company used even fewer people to make it this year
“We need to keep moving forward and pushing the envelope … The genie is out of the bottle, and you’re not going to put it back in"
(via THR)
November 4, 2025 at 2:24 PM
This commercial makes me want to drink Pepsi it looks so bad.
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Canada hasn’t broken agreements or laws, that’s Trump. He also lies about them & us. Plus ignore again Trump threatening to economically ruin us & then take over Canada to pillage our resources. Calls us rude & dismissive for rejecting it. #ElbowsUp
CNN: If Canada moves away from the US, more towards China in terms of a trading relationship, is that good for the US?
KEVIN HASSETT: What is good for the US is getting Canada to start to adhere to their previous agreements and to follow the rule of law ... they've been rude and dismissive
KEVIN HASSETT: What is good for the US is getting Canada to start to adhere to their previous agreements and to follow the rule of law ... they've been rude and dismissive
October 31, 2025 at 4:26 PM
Canada hasn’t broken agreements or laws, that’s Trump. He also lies about them & us. Plus ignore again Trump threatening to economically ruin us & then take over Canada to pillage our resources. Calls us rude & dismissive for rejecting it. #ElbowsUp
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This week on Stageworthy, Phil Rickaby talks with Steven Hao, actor, director, and AD of Puckers Theatre Company, about his journey from Victoria to the Stratford Festival, creating space for new voices, and leading the next generation of theatre makers.
#436 – Steven Hao
This week on Stageworthy, host Phil Rickaby welcomes Steven Hao, actor, director, and artistic director of Puckers Theatre Company. Currently in his second season at the Stratford Festival, Steven shares his journey from Victoria, BC, to the national stage, performing in acclaimed productions like Anne of Green Gables, Forgiveness, Salesman in China, and Romeo and Juliet.
stageworthy.ca
October 28, 2025 at 12:41 PM
This week on Stageworthy, Phil Rickaby talks with Steven Hao, actor, director, and AD of Puckers Theatre Company, about his journey from Victoria to the Stratford Festival, creating space for new voices, and leading the next generation of theatre makers.
Over an advertisement. There's never been a thinner skinned president of the US.
apnews.com/article/trum...
apnews.com/article/trum...
Trump says he's ending trade talks with Canada over TV ads
President Donald Trump says on social media that he is ending “all trade negotiations” with Canada because of recent television ads protesting U.S. tariffs, which he calles “egregious behavior” aimed ...
apnews.com
October 24, 2025 at 9:42 AM
Over an advertisement. There's never been a thinner skinned president of the US.
apnews.com/article/trum...
apnews.com/article/trum...
Well, you know where they will flee to when their time comes. Wait...is there a historical precedence for that? 🤔
October 22, 2025 at 6:27 PM
Well, you know where they will flee to when their time comes. Wait...is there a historical precedence for that? 🤔
And the Ghost of Doug Ford will still claim that the head of Metrolinx is doing a great job.
In 2027, Metrolinx will tell us that the opening of the Eglinton Crosstown is just around the corner. In 2037, the opening will be rumoured to be imminent. In 3045, archeologists will wonder what this monument was for. No one will ever ride it.
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
Final test of Eglinton Crosstown paused after incident last week, province says | CBC News
Metrolinx has paused a final test of the Eglinton Crosstown light-rail transit line after an incident late last week, Ontario's transportation ministry says.
www.cbc.ca
October 22, 2025 at 6:17 PM
And the Ghost of Doug Ford will still claim that the head of Metrolinx is doing a great job.
In 2027, Metrolinx will tell us that the opening of the Eglinton Crosstown is just around the corner. In 2037, the opening will be rumoured to be imminent. In 3045, archeologists will wonder what this monument was for. No one will ever ride it.
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
Final test of Eglinton Crosstown paused after incident last week, province says | CBC News
Metrolinx has paused a final test of the Eglinton Crosstown light-rail transit line after an incident late last week, Ontario's transportation ministry says.
www.cbc.ca
October 22, 2025 at 6:17 PM
In 2027, Metrolinx will tell us that the opening of the Eglinton Crosstown is just around the corner. In 2037, the opening will be rumoured to be imminent. In 3045, archeologists will wonder what this monument was for. No one will ever ride it.
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
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October 22, 2025 at 5:16 PM
We appreciate any assistance you can give - whether ir's with searches or funds for legal fees (which are now over $2k).
Please share or donate:
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#missingperson #canada #veteran #gofundme #donate
Please share or donate:
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#missingperson #canada #veteran #gofundme #donate
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@adamconover.net correctly IMHO laying out the thesis for how the AI bubble is about to burst… HARD.
youtu.be/55Z4cg5Fyu4?...
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Sora Proves the AI Bubble Is Going to Burst So Hard
YouTube video by Adam Conover
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October 20, 2025 at 8:59 PM
@adamconover.net correctly IMHO laying out the thesis for how the AI bubble is about to burst… HARD.
youtu.be/55Z4cg5Fyu4?...
youtu.be/55Z4cg5Fyu4?...
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“Pierre Poilievre can be tied directly to Enbridge, Pathways Alliance, Koch Industries and the Canadian Gas Association. His inner circle is stacked with fossil fuel lobbyists, and his campaign received major donations from oil industry insiders.” @taylornoakes.com
Observations from Montreal
An ever-changing collection of commentary and observations by Montrealers or about Montreal politics and culture.
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October 14, 2025 at 6:48 PM
“Pierre Poilievre can be tied directly to Enbridge, Pathways Alliance, Koch Industries and the Canadian Gas Association. His inner circle is stacked with fossil fuel lobbyists, and his campaign received major donations from oil industry insiders.” @taylornoakes.com
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“The ‘Freedom Convoy’ was a foreign-funded occupation and political destabilization movement, not a grassroots stand against COVID mandates. What we saw in Ottawa was not a protest, but a full-blown occupation meant to terrorize and disrupt people’s lives.”
Observations from Montreal
An ever-changing collection of commentary and observations by Montrealers or about Montreal politics and culture.
cultmtl.com
October 7, 2025 at 8:44 PM
“The ‘Freedom Convoy’ was a foreign-funded occupation and political destabilization movement, not a grassroots stand against COVID mandates. What we saw in Ottawa was not a protest, but a full-blown occupation meant to terrorize and disrupt people’s lives.”