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Skip the headline and immerse yourself in an unforgettable story, with audio documentaries that take you into someone else’s world. From a mother who hires a private eye to track down her kid’s drug dealer to a rogue grizzly bear that divides a tiny island, we go deep on the stories you’ll keep thinking about.

Every week, our award-winning team of producers brings you true stories about real peo... more

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It has been more than 30 years since the Siege of Sarajevo in Bosnia began. As the former Yugoslavia was falling Serb forces surrounded the city of Sarajevo, and bombarded the city daily. For nearly four years mortars and snipers gradually reduced th... more

In October of 1984, a plane crash in northern Alberta led the newscasts. The leader of the Province’s New Democratic Party – Grant Notley - died in the accident along with five others. Four more had survived, but spent a cold, desperate night waiting... more

Mother Antonia lived in a prison, but she had not committed a crime. The Catholic nun chose to live inside the walls of a notorious Tijuana prison voluntarily. It’s something she did for decades. She believed everyone deserved to be loved. And her pr... more

When Kevin Hollinsky and his two friends got in the car that night, they had the music turned up. They were normal teenagers, coming home from a night out drinking.

But when Kevin took a corner too fast, his entire world changed. He killed his frien... more

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Mother Antonia
Nunn and activist who lived in La Mesa prison for three decades
Servants of the 11th Hour
Episode: Why a nun chose to live inside a Mexican prison
Kevin Hollinsky
The driver convicted in the 1994 crash and central figure of the story
Private individual/subject of the documentary
Episode: He survived the crash, but what came after was devastating
Dale Thompson
Father of Andrew Thompson, one of the victims
Family of victim
Episode: He survived the crash, but what came after was devastating
Lloyd Graham
Staff Sergeant, Windsor Police; involved in community outreach related to Kevin's sentence
Windsor Police Service
Episode: He survived the crash, but what came after was devastating
Saul Nozenshuk
Judge who presided over Kevin Hollinsky's sentencing
Ontario Court of Justice
Episode: He survived the crash, but what came after was devastating
Ed Greenspan
Counsel for Kevin Hollinsky
Legal representative
Episode: He survived the crash, but what came after was devastating
Dennis Harrison
Crown Attorney for Windsor; argued for deterrence
Crown Attorney's Office
Episode: He survived the crash, but what came after was devastating
Vern Nash
Vern Nash, subject of the documentary
individual
Episode: How music revealed his hidden life
Betsy Trumpener
Long-time CBC journalist who produced the Still at Sea documentary
CBC
Episode: How this mother and daughter survived as their ferry sank

Hosts

Multiple CBC hosts (core and frequent contributors)
A collective of CBC storytellers and producers who frequently host or contribute to documentary-style episodes across Storylines, Storylines-related units, and CBC platforms.
Julia Pagel
Producer with CBC's Audio Documentary Unit; frequent contributor to Storylines.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 504 ratings
  • Great storytelling! I like the curation over time.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Aurorespera
    5 months ago
  • Stories that let you sink in

    Recently discovered this podcast. Love the in depth reporting.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Robsonfrost
    Canada7 months ago
  • Beautiful!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    JaneR
    7 months ago
  • Thoughtful

    These stories are thoughtful, relevant to me, and surprising.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Matata
    Canada9 months ago
  • Women who love priests

    Loved this episode

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Efarefa
    New Zealanda year ago

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Year Zero: Remembering the Khmer Rouge's deadly political experiment
Q: What were the main challenges faced in bringing Pol Pot to justice?
The main challenges included legal impediments related to international law, risks surrounding extradition, and the political climate in Cambodia at the time.
What can a widow be?
Q: Molly, where do love and intimacy reside for you now?
She cherishes friendships and personal intimacy but does not want a new husband.
What can a widow be?
Q: Molly, was there a moment where you felt judged?
She felt judged when expressing happiness after her husband's death.
What can a widow be?
Q: Molly, where does the joy reside and arise?
She finds joy in the simple moments of solitude and self-care.
What can a widow be?
Q: Molly, what were your initial fears of widowhood?
She feared never regaining control of her life and felt overwhelmed.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Storylines

What is Storylines about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show concentrates on intimate, documentary-style storytelling that centers real people and their lived experiences. Across episodes, topics routinely cover risk, safety, and ethics in everyday life—from backcountry adventures and public health debates to technology's impact on relationships and social issues. A standout is rigorous, multi-voiced storytelling that blends survivor testimony, expert context, and on-the-ground reporting to illuminate complex Canadian realities. Listeners can expect thoughtful, human-centered journalism that often explores systemic questions through personal narratives, with a tone that's respectful, rigorous, and engaged.

Noteworthy strengths include long-form, immersive storytelling, strong on-the-ground... more

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1. Mother Antonia
2. Kevin Hollinsky
3. Dale Thompson
4. Lloyd Graham
5. Saul Nozenshuk
6. Ed Greenspan
7. Dennis Harrison
8. Vern Nash

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