Best Brian and Michaela Podcasts (2025)

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Composer Max Richter’s music put dozens of soldiers to sleep 35:09

6h ago35:09

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Award-winning composer Max Richter is arguably the most streamed classical artist in the world. His scores feature in acclaimed films like “Arrival”, “Ad Astra”, “Shutter Island,” and popular series such as “Black Mirror,” “Bridgerton” and “The Leftovers.” Currently on his first world tour, Max drops by our studio to talk with Tom Power about his a…

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These haunting photos capture Canada’s disappearing wilderness 13:39

6h ago13:39

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In his latest series “Southern Lights,” photographer Finn O'Hara shows how some of Canada’s most cherished and iconic natural landscapes are under threat of development. He sits down with guest host Gill Deacon to tell us what we risk losing as Canada’s wilderness disappears, why he used night club lasers to capture his photos, and how his connecti…

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Is Everyone Ok? (w/ Joe Gorga) 1:05:57

1d ago1:05:57

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Melissa and Joe are back on the mics and they have a lot to catch us up to speed on. Whether it’s Joe breaking things during his recent comedy show, awkward questions you shouldn’t ask at the gynecologist, or Melissa’s bathroom problem since becoming famous, these two have a lot to talk about. We also get the scoop on Frank Catania’s outrageous fas…

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LU KALA is the next big Canadian pop star 23:56

1d ago23:56

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With viral hits like “Pretty Girl Era,” LU KALA has proven that she might just be the next big Canadian breakthrough artist à la Justin Bieber, Carly Rae Jepsen, The Weeknd or Shawn Mendes. Her catchy songs about loving yourself and knowing your worth have amassed millions of streams all over the internet. On the heels of her brand new EP, “No Tear…

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How playing Nintendo led him to write for late-night TV 23:26

1d ago23:26

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For Mike Drucker, getting a Nintendo at three years old truly changed the course of his life. Since then, the Emmy-nominated writer and comedian has built an entire career influenced by video games. In his new memoir, “Good Game, No Rematch: A Life Made of Video Games,” Mike details how some of his most defining experiences were either accompanied …

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217 - Thunderbolts* 34:28

1d ago34:28

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This week we are re-assembling the Avengers, misfit style, and having some fun with Thunderbolts! Plus, we mix up a cocktail that shares the name and has a citrusy zip of flavor! Join us for gin, Florence Pugh, end credits, Bob, and a chat about Thunderbolts* ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Merch Shop⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…

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Randy Bachman didn’t want BTO to be “a second-rate Guess Who” 31:50

2d ago31:50

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For more than 60 years, Canadian rock and roll legend Randy Bachman has been takin’ care of business and working overtime. He co-founded not one but two of the most successful rock bands to come out of this country: The Guess Who and Bachman–Turner Overdrive. Randy sits down with Tom Power to look back on his incredible life in music, from leaving …

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Why Bria Salmena wrote a song for her 15-year-old self 14:38

2d ago14:38

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Bria Salmena is a Canadian musician who originally rose to prominence as the frontwoman of the post-punk band FRIGS before joining Orville Peck's touring band. Now, she’s released her debut solo album, “Big Dog.” One of its most powerful tracks, “Rags,” is a raw anthem about rage, shame and shedding the need to accommodate others. Bria joins guest …

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Episode 130: Creating Safe Spaces for Men to Heal with Sean Harvey 1:21:12

3d ago1:21:12

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In this conversation, Sean Harvey discusses his vision for a global compassionate healing movement aimed at transforming hyper-masculine cultures, particularly within law enforcement and military settings. He shares his journey from Wall Street to becoming an interfaith minister focused on men's healing, emphasizing the importance of compassion and…

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PUP’s Stefan Babcock can’t take a compliment 23:44

3d ago23:44

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Young punk upstarts PUP aren’t so young anymore. In fact, the band that singlehandedly brought punk rock back to Canada in a big way is probably getting too old to mosh. On their fifth and latest record, “Who Will Look After The Dogs?” lead singer Stefan Babcock reflects on his evolution as a songwriter and getting older. He joins Tom Power in our …

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TV on the Radio’s Tunde Adebimpe has gone solo 22:13

3d ago22:13

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Tunde Adebimpe made a name for himself fronting the art rock band TV on the Radio. Now, he’s released his first solo album, “Thee Black Boltz.” Tunde joins Tom Power to talk about making music without his long-time band, the spirit of rebellion that runs through his new record, and how an album that’s born out of some pretty tough stuff ended up so…

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Cucumber Tequila Lemonade in the Lobby Bar! 5/12/2025 13:26

4d ago13:26

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This week Michaela mixes us up a pitcher of spa worthy tequila lemonade! Plus, we take a look at the box office, try to decide if Final Destination Bloodlines makes any sense, revisit Nickel Boys, and look forward to a summer of movies! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Merch Shop⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Blue…

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Lucy Dacus doesn’t think love should be corny 33:34

4d ago33:34

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On her new album, “Forever Is a Feeling,” Lucy Dacus sets the record straight on what love is — and isn’t. The singer-songwriter sits down with Tom Power to tell us what she thinks is missing in modern love songs, what she’s learned about love (spoiler alert: she's still searching for answers), and how she feels about the end of her Grammy-winning …

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How Mustafa kept his faith through devastating loss 42:32

7d ago42:32

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A few years ago, Mustafa released his critically acclaimed EP, “When Smoke Rises,” which chronicled the deaths of loved ones from his community of Regent Park in Toronto. So when he sat down to write his debut album, “Dunya,” the Juno-winning musician and poet wanted to explore other things, like love, faith and his relationship with God. Then his …

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How grief changed Nick Cave forever 34:38

8d ago34:38

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When Nick Cave was in his early band The Birthday Party, he was angry and antagonistic toward his audience. The legendary Australian musician, writer and actor eventually grew out of his youthful contempt, but he remained consumed by his work, always putting it first before anything else. Then he lost two of his sons. In this wide-ranging conversat…

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Casper Skulls made their best record amid major life changes 8:59

8d ago8:59

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When the Canadian indie rock band Casper Skulls got their start about 10 years ago, things were a little different. Firstly, band members Melanie St-Pierre-Bednis and Neil Bednis weren’t married at the time, and now they’re husband and wife. Secondly, they hadn’t moved back to their hometown of Sudbury, Ont., and they didn’t have a baby yet. Melani…

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216 - The Phantom of the Opera (1925) & the Phoebe Snow 40:36

8d ago40:36

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This week we hop in our time machine and head back 100 years to take a look at the 1925 version of The Phantom of the Opera! We talk about the sets, the acting, the costumes, the love??, and mix up a cocktail that's as storied as the Phantom! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Merch Shop⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Blues…

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Why Lights walked away from religion 31:39

9d ago31:39

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The Canadian singer-songwriter Lights grew up in a missionary family in Timmins, Ont., believing that her musical ability was both a gift and a responsibility. Some of her earliest work was Christian music. When Lights was just a teenager, she started posting her songs on Myspace, which ultimately set her career into motion. But during that time, s…

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Dallas Green risked it all going solo 19:14

9d ago19:14

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Twenty years ago, Dallas Green and his band Alexisonfire were making post-hardcore music when Dallas decided to release a soft acoustic album under the name City and Colour. It was a big risk, but that debut solo album, “Sometimes,” went on to receive critical acclaim and a Juno Award. It was also the catalyst for Dallas to start his own independen…

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Episode 129: Masculinity, Initiation, and Regulation with Mark Groves 1:10:12

10d ago1:10:12

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In this conversation, Dan Doty and Mark Groves explore the complexities of masculinity, men's work, and personal growth. They discuss the importance of vulnerability, the cultural differences between masculinity in Canada and America, and the role of men's groups in healing. Mark shares his personal journey of navigating sensitivity, relationships,…

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Composer Max Richter’s music put dozens of soldiers to sleep 35:09

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These haunting photos capture Canada’s disappearing wilderness 13:39

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Is Everyone Ok? (w/ Joe Gorga) 1:05:57

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LU KALA is the next big Canadian pop star 23:56

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How playing Nintendo led him to write for late-night TV 23:26

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217 - Thunderbolts* 34:28

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Randy Bachman didn’t want BTO to be “a second-rate Guess Who” 31:50

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Why Bria Salmena wrote a song for her 15-year-old self 14:38

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Episode 130: Creating Safe Spaces for Men to Heal with Sean Harvey 1:21:12

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PUP’s Stefan Babcock can’t take a compliment 23:44

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TV on the Radio’s Tunde Adebimpe has gone solo 22:13

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Cucumber Tequila Lemonade in the Lobby Bar! 5/12/2025 13:26

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Lucy Dacus doesn’t think love should be corny 33:34

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How Mustafa kept his faith through devastating loss 42:32

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How grief changed Nick Cave forever 34:38

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Casper Skulls made their best record amid major life changes 8:59

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216 - The Phantom of the Opera (1925) & the Phoebe Snow 40:36

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Why Lights walked away from religion 31:39

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Dallas Green risked it all going solo 19:14

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Episode 129: Masculinity, Initiation, and Regulation with Mark Groves 1:10:12