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Big in Canada

Big in Canada
Cancon
Canadian Content
Canadian Content (cancon)
Much Music
Canada
Big Shiny Tunes
Our Lady Peace
Toronto
Canadian Content Regulations
Juno Awards
Billy Talent
Ashley Macisaac
Avril Lavigne
Dragonette
Canadian Rock Music
Muchmusic
Metric
Pop Punk
Nikki Yanofsky
Drake

A show about songs and artists that are big in Canada, but nowhere else. Hosted by Mackenzie Cameron and Laura Stanley.

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Before becoming the Paula Abdul of Canadian Idol, Sass Jordan was known for her huge voice and bluesy disposition. But the further she leaned into the sleaze, the closer she got to Canadian reality television fame. Not everyone can be Robert Johnson ... more

As Ryan Malcolm went from singing in an oldies cover band with his dad to becoming the Season 1 winner of Canadian Idol, he experienced first hand what it was like to be inside the guts of major label CanCon. Despite being the people's champ and havi... more

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As the World Cup takes over Toronto and Vancouver, we discuss the Boi-1da album that was maybe supposed to feature Tragically Hip remixes but now just includes a rather drab cover of Ahead By Century that w... more

McMaster & James check all the CanCon boy band boxes. And while they never reached the ubiquity of some of their contemporaries, their lone album might be the best boy band album this country ever produced. Woah woah woah yeah yeah yeah.

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Sook-Yin Lee
VJ and artist associated with MuchMusic
MuchMusic
Episode: McMaster & James - "Thank You"
Johnny Payne
Singer, songwriter, producer; host of Impossible Way of Life
Independent artist
Episode: Big on Vancouver Island feat. Johnny Payne
Lindsey King
Toronto-based writer and editor
Toronto Life
Episode: Our Lady Peace: Part 2 - "Somewhere Out There" feat. Lindsey King
John (guest)
Guest from Canada.gov.ca
Canada.gov.ca
Episode: The Parachute Club - "Rise Up"
John Batt
Behind the Instagram account Canada.gov.ca, expert on CanCon and maritime history
Canada.gov.ca (Instagram account)
Episode: The Rankin Family feat. @canada.gov.ca
Alan Cross
Special events figure, music journalist
Alan Cross (special event)
Episode: TEASER | Kill Me Fast: Canada's Mainstream Rock Chart
Rupi Cowher
Special events figure
Rupi Cowher (special event)
Episode: TEASER | Kill Me Fast: Canada's Mainstream Rock Chart
Billy Hamilton
Bassist of Silverstein
Silverstein
Episode: Billy Hamilton's Big History of Burlington feat. Billy Hamilton (Silverstein)
Jasamine White-Gluz
Montreal-based musician known as No Joy.
No Joy
Episode: Lili Fatale - "Mimi" feat. No Joy

Hosts

Mackenzie Cameron
Host of Big in Canada; co-host introducing the show and guiding discussion
Laura Stanley
Co-host of Big in Canada; provides context and reactions to CanCon history

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 75 ratings
  • Can Con Can’t Stop

    As a Canadian living in the US I am continually discovering that vast swaths of the soundtrack to my youth were only big in Canada. Even after over a decade here. Would love an episode on Hot Hot Heat, which may have been a little big outside of Canada, but deserve more love!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The Tyrannosuar Lives
    United States6 months ago
  • So good

    I've listened to quite a few back episodes and this podcast is really entertaining. As a GenX who has grown up with all of the music they talk about, it's funny to hear their (much younger) perspectives on some of the music I loved. The Moist episode in particular was funny just because I felt so offended by their views on a band I saw probably 3 or 4 times back in the day. But listening to their comments, I realized that yeah, sometimes music doesn't age well. Anyways, great podcast and I'll ke... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LFW in BC
    Canada7 months ago
  • This is CanCon!

    Love this show! It’s helping me rediscover songs I love that I had totally forgotten about.

    Also, I never realized how many artists I listened to growing up were Canadian!

    It really makes me appreciate how effective the CanCon system was. Wish we could find a way to recreate this today and promote great Canadian acts 🇨🇦🇨🇦

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    therealkatiemomo
    Canadaa year ago
  • CanCon Heaven

    This is the best current podcast about Canadian music. It’s fun, well-structured, with lots of callbacks, and a strong conceit (is it CanCon?) that keeps everything on track. Solid production, great hosts, and lots of audience interaction - it has it all.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Thomas J 705
    Canadaa year ago

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Production quality and structure are consistently strong
Shows deep knowledge of CanCon and Canadian music history
Hosts deliver engaging, opinionated takes with humor
Guest roster aligns with Canadian media and music communities

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Apple Podcasts
#31
Canada/Music/Music Commentary
Apple Podcasts
#111
Canada/Music
Apple Podcasts
#232
Australia/Music/Music Commentary

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Parachute Club - "Rise Up"
Q: What makes Rise Up stand out in The Parachute Club's catalog?
Rise Up is distinguished by its big, inclusive chorus and its ability to blend political messaging with accessible, uplifting reggae-infused rock, making it a standout track that connected with a wide audience and remains a defining CanCon anthem.
The Rankin Family feat. @canada.gov.ca
Q: Can you share what shows you have coming up in May and where fans can see you perform?
John lists upcoming shows in Picton, Moncton, St. John, and Charlottetown, and mentions a potential unannounced performance at a goat farm venue, signaling ongoing live-promotional activity for Canada.gov.ca content.
The Rankin Family feat. @canada.gov.ca
Q: John, to kick us off, what is your relationship with the Rankins? Like, did you grow up listening to them? What's the story?
John explains a deep personal and regional connection to the Rankins, highlighting how their music evokes maritime roots and regional identity, and describing the emotional resonance of their songs for Maritimers and those who've moved away.
Melanie Doane - "Adam's Rib"
Q: How did Melanie Doane's background influence her music career?
Her family, particularly her father, who was influential in promoting music education in Canada, greatly impacted her trajectory, and her East Coast roots inform much of her sound and style.
Moist - "Push" feat. Marlaena Moore
Q: Can you tell us a bit about your relationship with Moist? Is this a new discovery, a lifelong love? What's going on here?
Marlaena shares her curiosity about Moist and reveals that her mother worked with the band's drummer, which adds a personal connection.

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Two Canadian music hosts explore songs and artists that are notably popular within Canada, often spotlighting CanCon policy, regional scenes, and the interplay between national content rules and international reach. Episodes weave historical context, interviews, and sharp observations about the Canadian music ecosystem, production, broadcasting, and industry dynamics. A standout element is the recurring willingness to critique and celebrate Canada's cultural infrastructure while keeping a fun, conversational tone that appeals to listeners who love Canadian music, media history, and industry insider lore.

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1. Sook-Yin Lee
2. Johnny Payne
3. Lindsey King
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5. John Batt
6. Alan Cross
7. Rupi Cowher
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