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Q with Tom Power

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Five days a week, Tom Power brings you candid conversations with the artists shaping our culture. Whether he’s chatting with A-listers or rising stars, his disarming warmth and meticulous research always gets below the surface, bringing us deeper into the art and lives of today's most compelling musicians, writers, actors and filmmakers.

As a Canadian institution, Q has attracted the biggest name... more

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Host

Tom Power
Host of Q; renowned interviewer with deep research and warmth

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 1.8k ratings
  • Solid, top quality

    Q is hands down one of the best interview podcasts in the English speaking world. Tom Power and occasional guest host Garvia Bailey are phenomenally good interviewers. If you listen to only one interview podcast, this should be it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BOhUiginn
    Canada4 months ago
  • Great interviews!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Raffi
    4 months ago
  • Always a good listen

    Regular listener of Q and can say it is always entertaining and frequently more emotional and enlightening.

    Just listened to the Youngblud episode and loved it.

    Tom you are a very talented interviewer and bring out emotion from those you speak with that many don’t. Thanks for the quality content.

    Much appreciated

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HamOnt Runner
    Canada7 months ago
  • Best interviewer

    There's nobody better at this than Tom Power from Newfoundland.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cucamunga 47
    Canada7 months ago
  • Always interesting

    Tom is the best interviewer i have ever listened too. Keep having fun Tom.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PaulCroninStudios
    United States8 months ago

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Host is praised for warmth, preparation, and perceptive questions
Content is consistently engaging with a broad range of cultural topics
Overall, high regard for interview quality and guest selection
Guests feel comfortable and open up, creating thoughtful conversations
A few listeners wish for more varied topics beyond music-centric content

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#43
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#212
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Q: Tell me about that core idea of finding truth in adaptation and what it means for your process with Bad Hats.
Fiona explains that the core drive is to uncover the essence of the source material by focusing on what resonates emotionally, using the original voice as a scaffold and allowing room for new truth to emerge through performance.
He didn’t know he was auditioning for Avatar: The Last Airbender
Q: Why is humility important to you in this industry, and how do you balance it with professional boundaries?
Humility is a byproduct of his background and profession, but he emphasizes the need to set boundaries to avoid being taken for granted and to advocate for himself when necessary.
He didn’t know he was auditioning for Avatar: The Last Airbender
Q: Do you find yourself imparting wisdom to younger co-stars, and what's that dynamic like on set?
He highlights the value of questions, listening, and sharing experiences with younger actors, while maintaining professional boundaries and humility.
He didn’t know he was auditioning for Avatar: The Last Airbender
Q: Tell me about the approach being similar in terms of what you bring, in terms of complexity, as you've described to the role.
He explains aiming to avoid a bad copy, making Iroh his own while staying true to the source, and focusing on the emotional truth rather than performing an imitation.
He didn’t know he was auditioning for Avatar: The Last Airbender
Q: At what point did you realize, no, this is actually much more of my alley?
He felt the role was a nerd-perfect fit and recognized the emotional and Shakespearean depth it would require, which helped him embrace a more nuanced, personal approach to Iroh.

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What is Q with Tom Power about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show features in-depth conversations with artists across music, theatre, film, literature, and other cultural fields, guided by a host known for warm, probing interviews and thorough research. Recent episodes highlight the journeys of comedians, playwrights, writers, visual artists, and music stars, with a strong Canadian angle and a recurring interest in how craft, identity, and industry dynamics intersect. The program stands out for its human-centered approach, willingness to explore personal histories, creative processes, and the broader cultural impact of art, often spotlighting emerging voices alongside established figures.

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1. Luke Wilson
2. Zoon Gadiwin
3. Paul Sun-Hyung Lee
4. Elysia Biro
5. Shania Twain
6. Adam Gontier
7. Matt Walst
8. Misan Harriman

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