“HBO announced that the first episode of its Game of Thrones spinoff House of the Dragon recorded the network’s biggest premiere of all time, recording 9.986 million viewers across linear and HBO Max streaming on Sunday night in the US alone.”

Not surprised.

New to Toronto, moved to the west end of town/ just past - in Etobicoke. I celebrate my 40th a few days after NYE/NYD - would love some recommendations on moderately priced but nice ambiance restaurants for myself + husband, and my extended family. Everyone is scattered throughout (Hamilton, Barrie, Lyle, Newmarket, North York). Don’t want anything too fancy but don’t really know where or what is good and not downtown.


Any recommendations? (Open to GTA of course).

With Spotify Wraps everywhere, I have a question about music: What speed do you listen to music at? I generally do 3x, but will slow it down to 2x if I enjoy the artist.

Agency only band name and the genre they play...

Kindly recommend some self help books!

Best places for takeout in inner loop? I love Local Foods, Aladdin, etc.

What wine clubs are you guys members? Would love some recommendations.

I recently ate my first slice of Benny Fierro's pizza (absolutely massive slice)...I'm fairly confident I could win their "eat a whole pie in 28 minutes" challenge. While I mentally prep, I'd like to try other spots. What are some good pizza shops in/around town?

I just finished directing and producing a short film and I’m try to secure the rights for the Christmas song “jolly old Saint Nicholas” by ray smith on Columbia records for it.

Any idea where I could secure the rights to this song for festivals and online? (I’m only needing to use 45 sec of the song)

Thanks in advance

What's your favorite restaurant in Houston, hands down? I'm trying to test out all of the best spots before I move! Please drop your favorite

Anyone at the Relient K show at House of Blues tonight?

My nephew who's a journalist student told me about the Wag The Dog movie. As a senior journalist, I feel bad about not seeing that gem before. Please don't be like me and watch it if you haven't by now.

Weekends - what are the best sources / instas / emails that list cool, unique, events or things to do in NYC before they sell out...! Less like Time Out, more like Skint, but price isn’t critical.

This Friday is the 1 Yr. Anniversary Party of AIR. All members are highly encouraged to attend Friday’s zoom call to celebrate, recount stories and play the Trivia Game for awesome prizes!!! Keep eyes peeled for your email invite and hope to see you then!

What Spotify playlist is your favorite for work?

Anyone got extra tickets to worlds or is going?

What three movies would you pick if asked to recommend the best class of cinema in India?
My list
1 Paan Singh Tomar
2 Lunchbox
3 Gangs of Wasseypur

Best desi food recommendations in Toronto doentown?

Pancakes...anyone craving pancakes? 🥞

The Country needs our prayers.

Is the market due for a correction anytime soon?

What is everyone making for the holidays? Need some inspiration for sweet n savory!

PwC Toronto assurance: being offered a job as a transfer from the US. I’ll be transferring as a senior associate 1 (aka this is my promo year). I’ll be either tier 1 or 2 since I’m an easy promote here in New York. I was offered 61k CAD assuming I’m tier 3. They said they might adjust it if my rating comes in higher. What should I expect if I were either tier 1 or 2? Trying to minimize the salary reduction…

Has anyone ever negotiated/been offered a signing bonus and/or relocation bonus with the Big 4?

Wondering if anyone can share the approximate timeline after applying to Target Corp. to hearing something from them. Applied 9/1 and on the applicant portal the status still says “in progress.” I got a great internal referral, but I’ve not reached out to the hiring manager. 😬 I know there were a few hundred applicants — what’s a realistic timeline and what could I say to the hiring manager if I reach out to them. Many thanks.

Any warm recommendations for data buying companies?

Is there any sort of job that would allow an employee to fly all over the country on business for their company? Looking for roles that allow me to do that and travel! I’m mid-20s and few years work experience. Tired of the boring and slow as molasses work environment at the bank. TIA!

How much do big 4 FDD partners make all in?

Favorite jeans brand for wearing to work in a business casual environment?

Has anyone else noticed they’re stressed without “feeling” stressed? I don’t feel as stressed as when I was in college. However, I’m still on the job hunt and I think stress is manifesting itself without me realizing it. My skin is showing really bad acne, I feel unmotivated even to fill out job applications; I’m having trouble falling asleep at night and even though I sleep past noon sometimes I still feel tired during the day... Is it stress or burnout?

Hey folks, I am starting soon as a Manager. How is the best way to blend in with people? Is there anything I will need to know, or pay attention to about the IQVIA culture? I am excited, but I also want to meet the people with the right attitude.
PS - Joining one of the North America offices in consulting. (Suggestions welcome. Thanks very much.)

Hey does anyone know the GSAP Comp on year 3? If 1st yr back is 165k, with 10% yoy increase (raise + bonus), 3rd yr would be at least 200k? Can anyone validate this?

How did you get the courage to come out? I’m too scared

What has been your average % raise on a non-promo year over the course of your career?

Any idea when is the noida office starting to function?

Overall, I feel like it’s getting better.

Anyone else let down with the ending of episode 3?

What a terrible episode. What happened to the tight storytelling? Here’s a list of head scratchers-
1. Wtf was that foot fetish scene for?!
2. Who tf is white worm and why does she care about children?
3. Very hard to believe that large houses with power and gold can be intimidated by a usurper with the threat of violence. If it were that easy, there would literally be no dissent.
4. A member of the kings guard murders a senior council member in cold blood?

I could go on but word limits..

I thought E1 set a solid foundation for the first season. What are your overall thoughts?

Was anyone else surprised that there were only 10 dragons? The trailers made it seem like there were dozens.

I did not see that coming. I was convinced Viserys would croak at the finale, last 5 minutes.

Who is excited for the epic tale of Jon Snow. It's going to premiere in late December.

The last episode was a snooze fest. After Daemon’s stupid storming of the caves, this was a new low in the series. 1 hour of literally nothing happening except sanctimonious virtue signaling and puzzling logic (Alicent is just forgiven for going behind her back and burrowing her way to Queen consort? Daemon just meekly listening to his brother after those theatrics/heroics in the previous episodes? The king suddenly realizing with perfect clarity how he’s been manipulated by his hand?).

Would a show about High Valyria and it’s collapse be any good?

What are the spin-off shows folks are most excited by, other than HotD?

Who’s ready for a big time jump in episode 3?

I hated the intro 😒 thoughts?

Love the intensity of the ending, and the machinations of trying to kill off challenges to the throne.

Trying to be patient…