Rephonic
Artwork for Q with Tom Power

Q with Tom Power

CBC
Music
Canada
Toronto
Music Industry
Comedy
Montreal
Grammy Awards
Anne Murray
The Dears
Gospel Music
Cannes Film Festival
Family
Punk Rock
Theater
Hollywood
CBC
Fiddle Music
Love
Songwriting
Guess Who

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

PublishesDailyEpisodes1288Founded19 years ago
Number of ListenersCategory
Society & Culture

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for Q with Tom Power

Latest Episodes

Audrey Hobert got her start co-writing massive hits with her best friend Gracie Abrams. It inspired Audrey to launch her own solo career with her debut album, Who’s the Clown? Audrey joins Tom Power in-studio to talk about writing for others, the mom... more

Joseph Kidney is the 2026 recipient of the Canadian First Book Prize, handed out each year by the Griffin Poetry Prize for an outstanding first collection of poetry by a Canadian author. Joseph speaks to Tom Power about what that recognition means to... more

Broken Social Scene is back with a new album, Remember The Humans. Founding members Kevin Drew and Charles Spearin reflect on their early days making music as a loose collective of friends, and talk about why 2026 felt the right time to reunite and r... more

Halifax’s Wintersleep introduces their new song, Gale, in Q’s recurring New Music segment. The band’s new album, Wishing Moon, is out now.

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

Recent Guests

Andrea Martin
Canadian actor and performer
Actor, SCTV, Broadway
Episode: Andrea Martin on SCTV, Broadway and embracing your inner clown
Joe Keithley
Front man of DOA, founder of hardcore punk, politician in Burnaby, BC
DOA, Burnaby City Council (Burnaby Citizens Association)
Episode: Punk rock was his training ground for a life in politics
Katie Dippold
Widow's Bay creator; writer for Parks and Recreation, Mad TV; screenwriter of The Heat and Ghostbusters (all-female reboot)
Widow's Bay creator; screenwriter
Episode: The surprising connection between Parks and Rec and Widow’s Bay
Casper TNG
Rapper from Toronto; discussed his life, incarceration, comeback
Independent artist (Toronto scene)
Episode: Prison didn’t up his rap game. Having a daughter did
Vittorio Angelone
Northern Irish-Italian comedian
Self-employed/stand-up comedian
Episode: Vittorio Angelone doesn’t want anyone to enjoy his stand-up show
Kane Parsons
Filmmaker, director of Backrooms
A24 (film produced by), filmmaker
Episode: Kane Parsons on being the youngest director in A24 history
Paul Gross
Canadian actor and lead in Stratford Festival production of Waiting For Godot
Stratford Festival
Episode: Is Waiting for Godot the greatest creative achievement ever?
Daniela Andrade
Musician from Edmonton known for covers and original music
Independent artist
Episode: New Music: Daniela Andrade
Colm Tóibín
Irish writer, author of The News from Dublin
The News from Dublin (short story collection)
Episode: Colm Tóibín on why writers imagine evil

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
    Canada2 months ago
  • Great interviews!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Raffi
    2 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
    Canada5 months ago
  • Best interviewer

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cucamunga 47
    Canada6 months ago
  • Always interesting

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PaulCroninStudios
    United States6 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

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

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#39
Canada/Society & Culture

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Vittorio Angelone doesn’t want anyone to enjoy his stand-up show
Q: So what exactly happened to change that path to comedy from your initial training as a classical musician?
Moving to England to study at a prestigious music college, Vittorio shifted from orchestral performance to stand-up after realizing he preferred creating the thing he would want to watch, blending artistry with personal storytelling.
Vittorio Angelone doesn’t want anyone to enjoy his stand-up show
Q: So you're talking about these politically woke, but people don't know who you are. You've been called a woke snowflake, right? But then also on TikTok, people are calling you a right wing edgelord. Why is that ambiguity a good thing for your comedy?
Ambiguity keeps the audience guessing and engaged, allowing the comedian to explore multiple angles without surrendering a single fixed stance. It creates suspense and invites viewers to form their own interpretations rather than subscribing to a single label.
Prison didn’t up his rap game. Having a daughter did
Q: How did you juggle the other parts of your life with music and the market
Casper describes a hard balance, acknowledging a tumultuous period, but explains that committing fully to music and cutting ties with the old life was essential for progress.
Julie Kim couldn't express herself. And then she found comedy
Q: What did you want out of stand-up when you started, and how has that evolved?
In the beginning I wanted the challenge of becoming a better public speaker and to push myself beyond conventional roles, but over time stand-up became a way to express my real life, earn a living, and connect with audiences through authentic storytelling.
He felt like he didn’t belong on screen. Now, he’s hosting Canada’s Oscars
Q: Why do you want to host the Canadian Screen Awards?
Because it's a milestone in his career, a chance to celebrate Canadian TV and film he loves, and to be a conduit for recognizing others while honoring the industry that gave him his start.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About Q with Tom Power

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.

Where can I find podcast stats for Q with Tom Power?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for Q with Tom Power. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to Q with Tom Power and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does Q with Tom Power get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for Q with Tom Power, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for Q with Tom Power?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for Q with Tom Power, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does Q with Tom Power have?

To see how many followers or subscribers Q with Tom Power has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to Q with Tom Power?

These podcasts share a similar audience with Q with Tom Power:

1. Commotion with Elamin Abdelmahmoud
2. The Current
3. Bookends with Mattea Roach
4. Ideas
5. Under the Influence with Terry O'Reilly

How many episodes of Q with Tom Power are there?

Q with Tom Power launched 19 years ago and published 1288 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact Q with Tom Power?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for Q with Tom Power?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for Q with Tom Power from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for Q with Tom Power?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of Q with Tom Power. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on Q with Tom Power?

Recent guests on Q with Tom Power include:

1. Andrea Martin
2. Joe Keithley
3. Katie Dippold
4. Casper TNG
5. Vittorio Angelone
6. Kane Parsons
7. Paul Gross
8. Daniela Andrade

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days