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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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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
    Canada3 months ago
  • Great interviews!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Raffi
    3 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

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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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How to keep all your old friends together: advice from Broken Social Scene
Q: When did it go from being a loose community to a more defined band, and what catalyzed that moment?
The transition happened as Brendan Canning entered and the various World-of-people connections coalesced, with mutual urgency and passion pushing the group to formalize the collaboration into a cohesive project.
Can music destroy the idea of time?
Q: Why pursue a personal voice in a field with strong traditional expectations?
He discusses moving from reproducing standard repertoire to programming with social messages, connecting history to his own story, and using the cello to reflect and rebuild cultural narratives for broader audiences.
Can music destroy the idea of time?
Q: What do you mean by other communities, and how does your cello find a place within them?
Abel explains that his collaborations with West African drummers and other non-traditional settings push the instrument to be rhythmic and conversational, not just melodic, and that finding his place required adapting his role within ensembles while maintaining his voice.
Why everyone should hear Minnie Riperton’s music
Q: Why is it important to spotlight women in music like Minnie Riperton?
Brown says it's a way of thanking these pioneers for paving the way for women in the art form, underscoring the necessity of honoring the lineage of vocal storytelling and stagecraft.
Why everyone should hear Minnie Riperton’s music
Q: What do you want audiences to take away from the show?
Brown hopes listeners walk away feeling the magic Minnie offered and to know a little more about her life and artistry than before, essentially a revelatory, respectful introduction.

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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. Hannah Moscovitch
2. Dan Mintz
3. Audrey Hobart
4. Kevin Drew
5. Charles Spearin
6. Paul Murphy
7. Matthew Samuels
8. Loïc Kalatayou de Sola

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