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Commotion with Elamin Abdelmahmoud

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Big laughs. Smart takes. Every day. Commotion is where you go for thoughtful and vibrant conversations about all things pop culture. Host Elamin Abdelmahmoud calls on journalists, critics, creators and friends to talk through the biggest arts & entertainment stories of the day, in 30 minutes or less.

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Recent Guests

Ali Hassan
Comedian and host of CBC radio show Laugh Out Loud
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Episode: The Perfect Neighbor does true crime differently, and Who Killed the Montreal Expos?
Grayson Haver Currin
Freelance music journalist
GQ
Episode: How Trump's politics are shaping fashion, and Tame Impala's new album
Inspector Jason Rybak
Police investigator involved in the Morrisseau art fraud case
Thunder Bay Police Department
Episode: Weekend Listen | Forged: The true story behind the Norval Morrisseau art fraud
Gail Dexter-Lorde
Art critic and historian
Episode: Weekend Listen | Forged: The true story behind the Norval Morrisseau art fraud
Kevin Hearn
Artist and musician, member of Barenaked Ladies
Barenaked Ladies
Episode: Weekend Listen | Forged: The true story behind the Norval Morrisseau art fraud
Gerald McMaster
Curator and artist, Plains Cree from Saskatchewan
Art Gallery of Ontario
Episode: Weekend Listen | Forged: The true story behind the Norval Morrisseau art fraud
Annie Zaleski
Music journalist based in Cleveland
Episode: How Marc Maron's WTF podcast changed the game? + Why is Rush back!
Adrian Stimson
An artist from the Siksika Nation and host of the podcast Forged
CBC and ABC Australia
Episode: D'Angelo's impact on music and pop culture, and the new podcast -- Forged
Paul Myers
Author of "John Candy, A Life in Comedy"
House of Anansi Press
Episode: We like you too, John Candy

Hosts

Amil Niazi
Sitting in for Elamin Abdelmahmoud.
Elamin Abdelmahmoud
Host of Commotion.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 931 ratings
  • Great podcast!

    Very insightful and entertaining.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jaz202022
    Canadaa month ago
  • Not everyone is a fan of everything

    I get that we are entitled to our own opinions but why have a bunch of Taylor swift haters comment on anything she does? Just a waste of time. What’s important is how the people who enjoy what Taylor does feel about her work. End of story.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    jjjakaksjjf
    United Statesa month ago
  • Unsubscribing because of offensive ad

    Long time listener, unsubscribing today because of your advertising for the anti rights group "Prolife across America"

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    MyyyReview
    United Statesa month ago
  • Great

    Excellent show. Continue the great work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JasminCyr
    Canada3 months ago
  • More Canadian please!

    While I enjoy Elamin’s hosting, I do wish this CBC show would only concern itself with Canadian media etc. I don’t need a CBC pod to have American guests on discussing American music and movies. I can listen to that on American podcasts. Would prefer more local topics and guests. Thanks!

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    SusanFerrier
    Canada4 months ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners praise the engaging discussions and the way hosts connect with guests, creating an inviting atmosphere for learning about pop culture.
The show is appreciated for its smart takes and the diversity of perspectives shared, making it a valued source of critique in the pop culture landscape.
Some feedback indicates a desire for a stronger focus on Canadian content, suggesting a mix of opinions on thematic direction.

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Apple Podcasts
#74
Canada/Society & Culture
Apple Podcasts
#103
Finland/Society & Culture
Apple Podcasts
#111
Taiwan/Society & Culture
Apple Podcasts
#113
Hong Kong/Society & Culture
Apple Podcasts
#213
Ukraine/Society & Culture
Apple Podcasts
#213
Spain/Society & Culture

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How Marc Maron's WTF podcast changed the game? + Why is Rush back!
Q: How did Marc Maron change podcasting and storytelling?
He made listeners feel less ashamed about their vulnerabilities and emotions, sharing personal struggles and experiences.
How Marc Maron's WTF podcast changed the game? + Why is Rush back!
Q: What strikes you about Marc Maron's intention with having Barack Obama as his last guest?
Maron aimed for a reflective guest to echo his journey and the contemporary socio-political movement.
Mae Martin's twisty new series Wayward & Patrick Watson's album Uh Oh
Q: How would you describe Patrick's music?
His music creates a dreamlike state, combining ethereal sounds that deeply resonate with listeners.
Mae Martin's twisty new series Wayward & Patrick Watson's album Uh Oh
Q: What did you think about the way Alex's transness was woven into the story?
It's refreshing that it wasn't the focal point of the plot, allowing for a more nuanced portrayal of the character's identity.
Is the cyberbullying doc Unknown Number exploiting its young subjects, and DC's Peacemaker
Q: What did you come to understand from everyone you spoke to on just like, why this happened?
Lauren learned that Kendra's behavior aligns with motivations seen in Munchausen by Proxy, indicating a desire to keep her daughter close and controlled due to unresolved trauma.

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Commotion launched 5 years ago and published 435 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Commotion include:

1. Ali Hassan
2. Grayson Haver Currin
3. Inspector Jason Rybak
4. Gail Dexter-Lorde
5. Kevin Hearn
6. Gerald McMaster
7. Annie Zaleski
8. Adrian Stimson

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