The Southern Ontario/WNY Radio-TV Forum / Final Episode Of Steve Paikin-Hosted "The Agenda" Airing Friday On TVO

**Posted by RadioActive** June 24, 2025 7:44 am

It's been two decades for TVO's longest running regular show. But it all ends on Friday night, when Steve Paikin hosts the very last episode of the discussion show.

On AM640 Tuesday morning, Paikin promised a "major guest" for the final program - but refused to reveal who it might be.

The show airs weeknights at 8 PM, but there are tons of highlights available on the website in case you miss the finale.

**Posted by Shorty Wave** June 24, 2025 8:31 am

I am surprised that they’re pulling the plug on this program. It is well done and very topical! Maybe Paikin was done with it, although he is staying on with TVO.

**Posted by paterson1** June 24, 2025 10:38 am

I will be recording this one. Always enjoyed The Agenda with Steve. Met him briefly once. Seemed to be a genuine friendly guy.

**Posted by torontomike** June 24, 2025 8:59 pm

Steve Paikin came over earlier this month for his "exit interview". All your questions are answered right here.

https://www.torontomike.com/2025/06/steve-paikin-toronto-miked-podcast-episode-1703/

**Posted by mace** June 25, 2025 7:46 am

torontomike wrote:
Steve Paikin came over earlier this month for his "exit interview". All your questions are answered right here.

https://www.torontomike.com/2025/06/steve-paikin-toronto-miked-podcast-episode-1703/

It was weird seeing the photograph of Steve Paikin in a t-shirt.

**Posted by RadioActive** June 27, 2025 6:24 am

Just a reminder for those interested, Friday night is the final episode of "The Agenda." Still don't know who the big "last guest" is, but outgoing host Steve Paikin has promised a big get. It airs at 8 PM on TVO if you're curious.

**Posted by mic'em** June 27, 2025 6:39 am

I would guess the Premier of Ontario.

**Posted by Shorty Wave** June 27, 2025 7:26 am

Carney? Trudeau? Chow?!

**Posted by Easily Amused** June 27, 2025 7:52 am

Shorty Wave wrote:
Carney? Trudeau? Chow?!

The Polkaroo? 🤔

(Probably get more substantial info from the Polkaroo than what you'll get from any political figure. 🤨)

Last edited by Easily Amused (June 27, 2025 8:38 am)

**Posted by paterson1** June 27, 2025 8:13 am

I am sure that Steve will work in a segment or talk about Bill Davis. Steve was a big fan of Premier Davis and the two became close friends right up until the time of Davis passing in August of 2021. Did Steve and Bill record something special that has never been aired before?

**Posted by Aytononline** June 27, 2025 8:29 am

My guess is Ford, or it could be Steve interviewing himself.

**Posted by Aytononline** June 27, 2025 11:38 pm

And the winner is, Steve's Dad.

**Posted by paterson1** June 28, 2025 10:30 am

Great way to finish 19 years of The Agenda. Steve's dad is an interesting man and looks amazing for being 91 years old. Good sense of humour as well.

**Posted by jughead jones** June 28, 2025 10:42 am

The Paikin family are all wonderful. I have known them forever, and wherever you see them, they talk to you like you are the only person in the room.

**Posted by RadioActive** June 28, 2025 10:10 pm

Aytononline wrote:
And the winner is, Steve's Dad.

If you missed the final show and are curious about the interview with the elder Paikin, you can watch it here.

**Posted by RadioActive** June 29, 2025 6:31 am

The final segment is on the site, as well, a retrospective of the show's nearly 20 years on air.

Steve Paikin Signs Off The Agenda

**Posted by Aytononline** July 22, 2025 7:13 pm

Likes like Steve Paikin now has his own podcast / YouTube channel.

https://youtu.be/tnFktNp5tuQ?si=nVi2gL5qcr_YW931