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Beneath the Law
Beneath the LawHow a Fence Won 3,600 Square Feet from the City of TorontoSend us a textCan someone really steal land just by building a fence around it?  Gavin Tighe and Stephen Thiele dissect a controversial Supreme Court of Canada decision in Koki v. City of Toronto, where a private homeowner gained legal ownership of 3,600 square feet of municipal parkland through adverse possession.  They break down the complexities of Ontario’s real property laws, from the nuances of the land title system versus registry, to the doctrine of “squatter’s rights,” and how legal tactics and statutory interpretation shaped the surprising outcome.  With implication...
2025-10-1426 minBeneath the Law
Beneath the LawFreedom or Fraud? The Real Cost of Speed CamerasSend us a textWhat if your next speeding ticket came from a machine you can’t question, can’t confront, and can’t appeal?Gavin Tighe and Stephen Thiele take aim at Toronto's controversial speed camera program, dissecting its implications for justice, privacy, and public policy. From discussing the opaque review process to sharing personal anecdotes of fines issued without due process, the duo explores how what began as a public safety initiative has morphed into what they argue is a taxpayer-funded surveillance scheme and revenue grab. Touching on compa...
2025-09-3031 minBeneath the Law
Beneath the LawWho is Legally Responsible for Charlie Kirk’s Death?Send us a textWhat happens when debate dies and violence takes its place? In this episode of Beneath the Law, Gavin Tighe and Stephen Thiele examine the shocking assassination of Charlie Kirk in Utah, unpacking its chilling implications for free speech, civil discourse, and the rule of law. They examine the reaction to Kirk's death, from public celebrations to university professors facing consequences for online comments and explore everything from potential civil liability to the dangers of ad hominem attacks in public dialogue. Drawing parallels to the attempted Tru...
2025-09-1636 minBeneath the Law
Beneath the LawThe Law Behind Family Money and Real EstateSend us a textIs it a gift—or a $500,000 mistake? Gavin Tighe and Stephen Thiele examine one of the thorniest issues in today’s overheated real estate market: when parents help their kids buy a home, is it really a gift? Or a ticking legal time bomb? Using a fascinating case as their backdrop, they unravel the legal complexity behind intergenerational transfers of wealth, gift letters, resulting trusts, and how mortgage requirements can force a legal narrative. Before you write that cheque—or accept it—listen in to learn how to avoid tu...
2025-09-0229 minBeneath the Law
Beneath the LawCold Play… Legal Hot MessSend us a textWhat happens when a private moment becomes a global spectacle?  In this episode of Beneath the Law, Gavin Tighe and Stephen Thiele break down the infamous “Coldplay kiss cam” scandal that captivated the internet and derailed two high-profile careers.  With sharp legal insight and a touch of dry humour, they explore the complex web of privacy rights, defamation claims, employment law, and the darker side of public voyeurism.  From jumbotrons and digital fine print to shareholder liability and HR consequences, this conversation turns a 15-second viral moment into a...
2025-08-1933 minBeneath the Law
Beneath the LawDiddy’s Downfall: Fame on TrialSend us a textIs fame the ultimate shield from justice? Gavin Tighe and Stephen Thiele dive deep into the sensational and disturbing criminal case against music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs. Prompted by a listener’s request, the duo unpacks the Diddy trial through a legal lens, comparing the celebrity-driven U.S. justice system to Canadian standards. They explore how RICO charges — originally designed for organized crime — were controversially applied, why Diddy’s violent behavior didn’t result in a conviction for assault, and what his one-year stay at Rikers could mean for sentenci...
2025-08-0535 minBeneath the Law
Beneath the LawEasements, Entitlements, and EnemiesSend us a textWhat happens when neighborly charm turns into a courtroom showdown over driveways, fences, and junk piles? Gavin Tighe and Stephen Thiele dive into a thorny Ontario neighbor dispute that spiraled from idyllic cottage country peace to legal chaos. They explore how landlocked lots, easements, bad behavior, and skyrocketing property values fuel some of the most bitter legal fights — and why even the nicest people can turn fierce when defending their turf. With stories of plywood “Berlin Walls,” concrete saw revenge, and surveillance cameras pointed into windows, this conversat...
2025-07-2225 minBeneath the Law
Beneath the LawTrigger Warning: Canada's Gun ProblemSend us a textIs Canada really safer from gun violence—or just legally blind to the problem? Gavin Tighe and Stephen Thiele dive deep into Canada’s hidden handgun crisis, the porous border with the U.S., and the legal implications of a groundbreaking class action lawsuit against gun manufacturer Smith & Wesson. Framed by the tragic 2018 Danforth shooting in Toronto, the conversation explores the dramatic rise in gun violence, the role of smart gun technology, and whether Canadian courts can hold American companies accountable. Gavin and Stephen take listeners on a tour...
2025-07-0830 minBeneath the Law
Beneath the LawSLAPP Battles in the 6ixSend us a textWhat happens when a 24-year-old student takes on a powerful developer—and wins? Gavin Tighe and Stephen Thiele dig into Sheridan Retail Inc. v. Roy, a landmark Ontario case that captures the very essence of anti-SLAPP (Strategic Lawsuits Against Public Participation) legislation. They unpack the David-and-Goliath dynamics between a large developer and a university student who dared to speak up about potential code violations in a redevelopment project. Gavin and Stephen explore the wider implications of public discourse, the abuse of legal systems to silence opposition, and how t...
2025-06-2429 minAfternoons with Leith Forrest
Afternoons with Leith ForrestAfternoons with Leith Forrest - 17 June 2025Jason Bryce, Kate Thiele, Paul Cashmere, Des Noll, Peter Hunt, Tony Pasin, Peter Williams. Shaun Kavanagh, John Williamson, Turkey Tuesday and Stephen Rowe.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-06-172h 08Beneath the Law
Beneath the LawCan a CITY SHUT DOWN Wild St Paddy's Parties?Send us a textAre city crackdowns on St. Patrick’s Day parties really about public order—or about squashing a good time? Gavin Tighe and Stephen Thiele tackle the curious case of Waterloo v. Persons Unknown, where the city sought a rare quia timet injunction to prevent unpermitted St. Paddy's Day gatherings. What starts as a lighthearted banter about Guinness and green garb quickly dives into deeper waters: civil liberties, the evolution of secular holidays, the role of public policy in municipal law enforcement, and the historical tensions around Irish-Canadian identity. The d...
2025-06-1030 minBeneath the Law
Beneath the LawToronto’s Bike Lanes Constitutional CrisisSend us a textAre we stretching the Canadian Charter to cover bike lanes and park encampments?Gavin Tighe and Stephen Thiele dive into a fiery debate on the limits of judicial activism and the clash between democracy and constitutional rights. From the controversy over supervised injection sites to the latest showdown over Toronto’s bike lanes, the duo critiques court decisions that override elected governments’ social policies. They explore how recent rulings may threaten the integrity of the Charter itself and spark wider political consequences—like making the "notwithstanding clause" less tab...
2025-05-2728 minBeneath the Law
Beneath the LawThe Airbnb Tenant from HellSend us a textImagine your peaceful cottage weekend being hijacked by Airbnb party animals.In this episode of Beneath the Law, Gavin Tighe and Stephen Thiele dive into the legal and ethical quagmire of short-term rentals in Ontario and beyond. They unpack a shocking case from Milton where a tenant secretly turned a landlord’s home into an illegal Airbnb operation—complete with unauthorized renovations and fire code violations—then had the audacity to sue the town for millions. Listen For2:20 The Airbnb Lawsuit from Milton4:45...
2025-05-1326 minBeneath the Law
Beneath the LawSue You Later: The Rise of Vexatious LitigantsSend us a textEver been sued for making it rain? In this thought-provoking episode of Beneath the Law, Gavin Tighe and Stephen Thiele dive into the murky waters of vexatious litigants—those who weaponize the justice system for personal vendettas, harassing opponents with endless, frivolous lawsuits.  From gladiator references to baby stroller briefcases, they unpack real-world cases, including a wild Ontario saga involving 13 lawsuits, social media rants, and accusations of a legal crime syndicate. They explore the gatekeeping role of the courts, the need for better safeguards like a vexatious litigant registry, and...
2025-04-1525 minBeneath the Law
Beneath the LawConfidentiality vs. Transparency: The Supreme Court’s Stand on Mandate LettersSend us a textThe Supreme Court of Canada has really stirred the pot this time. The issue is whether mandate letters should be subject to disclosure. Mandate letters are instructions or views given to cabinet ministers by the leader of a government. Sparked by CBC News' request for one collection of letters from 2018, the legal battle questioned their confidentiality. Ultimately, the Supreme Court reversed lower court rulings, emphasizing the importance of cabinet confidentiality for democracy and effective governance. Gavin and Stephen Thiele explore the decision's implications, arguing it protects necessary government deliberation zo...
2025-03-2429 minBeneath the Law
Beneath the LawA Prime Minister, Rocks Thrown, and Using the Legal Process to Gain Political PointsSend us a textPrime Minister Justin Trudeau gets a lot thrown at him. But in 2021 in southern Ontario, the CEO of the Peoples Party of Canada, a rival party, threw a handful of small rocks at him. Unquestionably that should never have happened. There’s no room for that in our society. Charges were laid and the accused acknowledged what he had done. But as part of his defense, he wanted the Prime Minister called to give evidence at the trial.Trudeau decided to challenge the subpoena and won his challenge. He was...
2025-03-2425 minBeneath the Law
Beneath the LawAre the Charges Against Donald Trump Politically Motivated?Send us a textIn late March 2023, a Manhattan grand jury indicted former US President Donald Trump on more than 30 counts related to business fraud. Sounds ominous. Is it though? Is a grand jury truly… Grand?A Judge in New York once said a prosecutor could indict a ham sandwich in front of a Grand Jury because the process is designed to do the prosecution’s bidding.In this first episode of Beneath the Law, Canadian lawyers Gavin Tighe and Stephen Thiele examine what the charges really mean, what the grand jury...
2025-03-2438 minBeneath the Law
Beneath the LawIf a Golf Ball Hits a Neighbouring House…Send us a textIf you own a property bordering a golf course you know the risk involved. Stray shots will see golf balls enter your property or maybe even hit your house.Who is responsible for damages? The homeowner? The Golf Course? The Golfer?As with all things involving the Law, it depends. There are various claims homeowners can make including negligence and yes the Course and the golfer themselves can be named.In this episode Gavin and Stephen go through the case studies to find responsibility is a narrow...
2025-03-2427 minBeneath the Law
Beneath the LawSocial Media VigilantismSend us a textThere’s a scene in the 1931 film “Frankenstein” that conjures an easy image – an angry mob of people storm the castle of Dr Frankenstein armed with pitchforks.Nearly a century later we the people still have the same mentality, we just prefer to do it online.In 2013, a Nova Scotia woman, convicted several times under the Animal Protection Act over more than a decade, became the focus of online anger. Someone developed a Facebook page, using her name prominently committed to harassing her. People posted angry comments toward her, someone...
2025-03-2427 minBeneath the Law
Beneath the LawIs an Emoji Legally Binding?Send us a textEmojis… widely used in digital communication to convey emotions, actions, or ideas, haven’t typically been universally recognized as legally binding symbols in formal contracts or agreements. Until now. A recent decision at the Court of King’s Bench for Saskatchewan found the thumbs-up emoji (👍) constituted acceptance of a contract to sell 87 metric tonnes of flax. The damages ordered to be paid were $82,000.It may be unconventional but it was legally binding.Gardiner Roberts website https://www.grllp.com/Email Gavin Tighe gjtighe@grllp.comEmail...
2025-03-2423 minBeneath the Law
Beneath the LawUnderstanding Canada’s Online News ActSend us a textMonths ago, proponents of Bill C-18, the Online News Act, dismissed warnings from Meta and Google, believing their threats to remove news links from their platforms were mere bluffs. But inevitable has occurred with Meta taking action recently by actively blocking news links and sharing on Facebook and Instagram.The situation appears dire, leaving little hope for resolution. In this episodes Canada’s leading legal expert on this topic, Michael Geist explains what’s happened and if there’s a possible disentanglement for this mess.Guest: Michael Geist...
2025-03-2435 minBeneath the Law
Beneath the LawSLAPP FightingSend us a textAnti Libel Chill legislation is a fairly recent change. Libel Chill is the fear of being sued for speaking your mind. An example of this is if a developer wanted to build something in a particular area but a grassroots ratepayer organization formed to oppose it. The developer might hire a legal team to essentially send the message that if people say bad things about the developer say on social media, there will be litigation. You want to say bad things about me, I’m going to make it expe...
2025-03-2434 minBeneath the Law
Beneath the LawThe Sad Story of Former Supreme Court Justice Russell BrownSend us a textLast month, Russell Brown announced he was stepping down as a justice of the Supreme Court of Canada. His resignation put a halt to the Canadian Judicial Council’s probe of a claim of misconduct directed against Brown related to an incident in the United States. And it means there won’t be a public report on the matter.Accounts of the incident differ but it has been established there was some kind of fight between Brown and a US Marine veteran at a resort in Scottsdale, Arizona. The Marine veteran, Jon...
2025-03-2432 minBeneath the Law
Beneath the LawWhen Chat GPT Hallucinates Your Case StudiesSend us a textIn June 2023, prosecutors for a case in New York filed a motion backed by six case studies. The defending attorneys looked at the case studies and scratched their heads… they never heard of these cases.It turns out the six cases had been found by the prosecuting attorneys using Chat GPT, the generative AI tool. As artificial intelligence tools are prone to do, Chat GPT hallucinated the cases. They didn’t exist.Gardiner Roberts website https://www.grllp.com/Email Gavin Tighe gjtighe@grllp.comEmai...
2025-03-2431 minBeneath the Law
Beneath the LawMy Sugar Daddy is a LawyerSend us a textIt’s a concept known as Sugaring or Sugar Dating. A website service created to connect generally older males with younger females. Sugar Daddies.The older men are generally expected to provide younger women with gifts and money. The expectations of the younger women can vary.A very old (and somewhat creepy) concept. But in this particular case, the Sugar Daddy, was a lawyer. And the issue was professional conduct.Gardiner Roberts website https://www.grllp.com/Email Gavin Tighe gjt...
2025-03-2425 minBeneath the Law
Beneath the LawThe Municipal Candidate Who Lost By One VoteSend us a textRobert Pella was a candidate in the most recent municipal election running for Catholic School Trustee in the City of Toronto. He was running against an incumbent and fought a tough battle and lost… but by only ONE VOTE.He first went to the school board and asked for a recount. They refused.So, he had to go to court and won his case, but with strict restrictions in place. You need to hear the rest of this story. Gardiner Roberts website https://www.grllp.com/E...
2025-03-2433 minQuiet On Set Podcast
Quiet On Set Podcast207 - Venom: The Last DanceEwan and Lachlan review Venom: The Last Dance and discuss the trailers for The Brutalist, September 5, and Love Hurts. Tom Holland gets cast in Christopher Nolan's new film. Warner Bros. releases Clint Eastwood's final film in less than 50 US theaters. The 20th Century Studio lineup looks exciting, with two Predators movies in 2025, sequels for Planet of the Apes and Alien: Romulus, and a new Alien vs. Predator movie in the works. Ewan has reviews for Lee, Don't Move, No Other Land, Terrifier 3, Smile 2, A Different Man & The Remarkable Life of Ibelin & Lachlan rewatched Bullet Train and Woman of the...
2024-10-281h 30Surfing the MASH Tsunami
Surfing the MASH TsunamiS5 - E15 - Highlights from SLD Think-Tank 2024, a Public Health Approach to MASH#SLDThinkTank 2024 co-chair Jörn Schattenberg and SLD Think Tank co-chair Jeff Lazarus, participants Maja Thiele and Mike Betel and SurfingMASH co-hosts Louise Campbell and Roger Green convene to discuss #SLDThinkTank, a conference designed to innovate solutions for addressing large issues, many involving public health,  in conquering MASLD. 00:00:00 - Surf's Up: Season 5 Episode 15Standard lead-in, including brief quotes taken directly from the episode.00:02:45 - IntroductionOpening comments discussing the aggressive travel schedules of our guests. 00:04:02 - Meeting Maja Thiele and LiverAIMMaja introduces herself to our audience, including her "One Fact:" she...
2024-05-161h 00Stories and Strategies with Curzon Public Relations
Stories and Strategies with Curzon Public RelationsThe Legal Implications of Employee ReviewsIn this episode we’re cross-examining a recent warning from Canada's Competition Bureau that has businesses buzzing and reevaluating their online review strategies. The Bureau has put the spotlight on the potential bias of employee-generated reviews and testimonials, signaling a need for companies to monitor these contributions closely. Yet, in the realm of internal communications, encouraging employees to be brand champions is considered foundational. So, where does the line between advocacy and bias lie? And it isn’t just Canada moving in this direction. There are signs the United States, UK, and Australia may be too...
2024-03-1023 min27Speaks
27SpeaksThiele Reflects on His Decades in OfficeNew York State Assemblyman Fred W. Thiele Jr. of Sag Harbor will retire at the end of his term, which means he will have represented the South Fork in Albany for just shy of 30 years when he's done. He also served time in office as Southampton Town supervisor and Suffolk County legislator. Thiele joins the editors and reporter Stephen J. Kotz on the podcast this week to discuss what he's accomplished during his time in public service and the challenges that the East End continues to face.
2024-02-2958 minHör mal, wer da schreibt
Hör mal, wer da schreibt#11 Schreiben ist Selbstreflexion – mit Kathrin LangeSend us a textDieser Ansicht ist Kathrin Lange, ehemalige Buchhändlerin und heutige Jugendbuch- und Thriller-Autorin, die witzigerweise in derselben Stadt geboren wurde wie ich: in Goslar. Ihr neustes Werk »Toxin« schrieb sie gemeinsam mit der Mikrobiologin und Wissenschaftsautorin Susanne Thiele; es ist in meinen Augen ein sorgfältig recherchierter Klima-Thriller mit einem überaus unterhaltsamen Schreibstil. In dieser Podcast-Folge verrät sie uns,  wie die Zusammenarbeit mit ihrer Co-Autorin ablief, wie die beiden den Thriller dramaturgisch aufbauten, welche Hürden sie dabei zu überspringen hatten und wer sich um den stilistischen Feinschliff kümmerte. Dafür habe ich ei...
2024-02-211h 00They Walk Among America - US True Crime
They Walk Among America - US True CrimeGreedOn this episode of They Walk Among America… On the morning of December 26th, 2007, Carnation post office worker, Linda Thiele, noticed that her colleague and long-time friend, Judy Anderson, had not arrived for work. Judy and Linda had worked together for over a decade, and it was entirely out of character for Judy to miss the post-holiday season rush at the mailroom in Carnation, King County, Washington…*** LISTENER DISCRETION IS ADVISED *** ‘They Walk Among America’ is a Law & Crime podcast network production.This episode was hosted by Nina Innsted.Rese...
2022-12-2647 minUnwell, a Midwestern Gothic Mystery
Unwell, a Midwestern Gothic Mystery4.10- Town Meetingsby Jim McDonielWho is on the inside?Normal meeting protocolGet what’s coming to youContent Advisories for this episode can be found here.A Transcript for this episode can be found here.Like this show? Want to help support the artists who made it? You can join Audacious Machine Creative's Membership program at https://audaciousmachinecreative.memberful.com/join. $5 a month gets you ad free feeds of all of our podcasts, and goes directly to supporting the artists making new audio fiction pod...
2022-08-1721 minUnwell, a Midwestern Gothic Mystery
Unwell, a Midwestern Gothic Mystery4.5- SiblingsLook yourself in the eyeThings were missedTherapy can help.===Content Advisories for this episode can be found here.A Transcript for this episode can be found here.Like this show? Want to help support the artists who made it? You can join Audacious Machine Creative's Membership program at https://audaciousmachinecreative.memberful.com/join. $5 a month gets you ad free feeds of all of our podcasts, and goes directly to supporting the artists making new audio fiction podcasts!Find Unwell merch at https://www.a...
2022-04-2719 minUnwell, a Midwestern Gothic Mystery
Unwell, a Midwestern Gothic Mystery4.4- Dog Day CrafternoonSmall gifts for the ones we loveIt's time for a heistWe have to stop lying to each other.===Content Advisories for this episode can be found here.A Transcript for this episode can be found here.Like this show? Want to help support the artists who made it? You can join Audacious Machine Creative's Membership program at https://audaciousmachinecreative.memberful.com/join. $5 a month gets you ad free feeds of all of our podcasts, and goes directly to supporting the artists making new audio fiction p...
2022-04-1333 minUnwell, a Midwestern Gothic Mystery
Unwell, a Midwestern Gothic Mystery4.2- The ShepherdSun-dappled memoriesWe've got to work togetherWhen is a wolf not a wolf?===Content Advisories for this episode can be found here.A Transcript for this episode can be found here.Like this show? Want to help support the artists who made it? You can join Audacious Machine Creative's Membership program at https://audaciousmachinecreative.memberful.com/join. $5 a month gets you ad free feeds of all of our podcasts, and goes directly to supporting the artists making new audio fiction podcasts!F...
2022-03-1629 minHör auf dein Pferd.
Hör auf dein Pferd.Hilfe, mein Pferd funktioniert (nicht)In dieser Folge geht es um das Thema Verbindung vs. Funktionieren. Wir sprechen über schwierige Pferde sowie Pferde, die „zu“ machen – und über die Gründe, die dahinter liegen können. Außerdem sprechen wir über die Polyvagal-Theorie und welche Rolle das Nervensystem dabei spielt. In dieser Folge erfährst du - dass es fast nie zu spät ist, den Weg „zurück“ in eine Verbindung zu finden und dass Pferde dafür einfach Zeit und Geduld ihres Menschen brauchen- Wie es aussehen kann, wenn Pferde sich vom Menschen abwenden- Was es mit der Polyv...
2021-11-0237 minHör auf dein Pferd.
Hör auf dein Pferd.5 - Hilfe, mein Pferd funktioniert (nicht)Über den Unterschied zwischen Verbindung und Funktionieren und die Polyvagal-Theorie In dieser Folge erfährst du dass es fast nie zu spät ist, den Weg „zurück“ in eine Verbindung zu finden und dass Pferde dafür einfach Zeit und Geduld ihres Menschen brauchen Wie es aussehen kann, wenn Pferde sich vom Menschen abwenden Was es mit der Polyvagal-Theorie nach Dr. Stephen Porges auf sich hat und wie sich damit Reaktionen von Pferd und Mensch erklären lassen Wie das Nervensystem von Mensch und Pferd ständig bewertet und reagiert Warum ein „schwieriges“ Pferd oft näher an einer Verbind...
2021-11-0237 minThe Mystic Cave
The Mystic CaveLOST RITES, Chapter 14, Part 1: Blessed Here and NowClick here to send me a text message (include your contact info if you want a reply).As I was entering the "days of my greatest creativity," my church of St. Stephen's was, as well. We were learning to climb down Jacob's ladder, leading us back down to earth rather than up to heaven. Whatever delights awaited us in the next life, they could wait. We were finding fulfilment in the challenges and in the mysteries of this one. We were growing up. Credits:2nd Interlude: What a Wonderful World, by Bob Thiele and G...
2021-04-1629 minThe Bookcast Club
The Bookcast Club#33 My Life in Books - Anna from Books on the Go PodcastSend us a Text Message.Welcome to the 33rd episode of The Bookcast Club, a book podcast for people who love to read and talk books. Today we're talking 'My Life in Books' with Anna from Books on the Go, a weekly podcast that we love here at The Bookcast Club. You can also find Anna on Instagram.Support The Bookcast ClubYou can support the podcast on Patreon. We have a variety of tiers starting at just $2 a month, offering early access to the podcast, bonus episodes and book recommendations tailored...
2020-11-0657 minThe Bookcast Club
The Bookcast Club#33 My Life in Books - Anna from Books on the Go PodcastSend us a Text Message.Welcome to the 33rd episode of The Bookcast Club, a book podcast for people who love to read and talk books. Today we're talking 'My Life in Books' with Anna from Books on the Go, a weekly podcast that we love here at The Bookcast Club. You can also find Anna on Instagram.Support The Bookcast ClubYou can support the podcast on Patreon. We have a variety of tiers starting at just $2 a month, offering early access to the podcast, bonus episodes and book recommendations tailored...
2020-11-0657 min