
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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| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 435 | Founded | 5 years ago | 
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Society & Culture | |||

Culture writer Olivia Petter, and music critic Reanna Cruz delve into Lily Allen’s new album ‘West End Girl’ with Elamin Abdelmahmoud and talk about how it doesn’t just hint at the breakdown of a marriage, it paints a detailed, devastating picture, a... more
With the new film ‘A House of Dynamite’ and season 3 of the ‘The Diplomat’ streaming now on Netflix, Elamin Abdelmahmoud is joined by culture critics El Jones and Kathryn VanArendonk to look at the ways political thrillers are being received amidst o... more
Film critic Adrian Horton, music journalist Dominic Tardif, and podcaster Vish Khanna join Elamin Abdelmahmoud to talk about the new Bruce Springsteen biopic ‘Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere’ and whether it offers any fresh insight into the maki... more
It's game three of the World Series tonight. And no matter how it all ends, it's been an incredible post-season for Canadian baseball. Elamin Abdelmahmoud talks with Jays superfan Sadaf Ahsan and sports reporter Shireen Ahmed about how the Blue Jays ... more
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Very insightful and entertaining.
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.
Long time listener, unsubscribing today because of your advertising for the anti rights group "Prolife across America"
Excellent show. Continue the great work.
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!
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Conversations frequently focus on the impacts of pop culture, film, and music, featuring vibrant dialogues around current events in the arts. The discussions often include a blend of humor and critical insights, reflecting on various media and the stories that shape cultural narratives. Unique features include an emphasis on the perspectives of diverse guests, delivering a rich variety of viewpoints on contemporary issues, and an engaging format that encourages listener participation and relatability on these topics.
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1. Ali Hassan
2. Grayson Haver Currin
3. Inspector Jason Rybak
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6. Gerald McMaster
7. Annie Zaleski
8. Adrian Stimson
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