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The Sunday Magazine

CBC
Canada
Donald Trump
Climate Change
Artificial Intelligence
Israel
Tariffs
Word Games
United States
Ukraine
Gaza
Canadian Politics
That's Puzzling
Iran
Democracy
Mark Carney
Russia
Covid-19
Alice Munro
Mental Health
Social Media

Smart takes. Surprising finds. Piya Chattopadhyay helps you understand the important stories with people who know them best, and goes deep with newsmakers and game changers.

On Sundays, you'll get the context and forces behind the headlines.

On Wednesdays, you'll learn more about the people shaping our culture, and discover something new.

So whether you want to understand the world, or escape it f... more

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes72Founded19 years ago
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Latest Episodes

Wildfire season is back, prompting evacuations and compromised air quality in several parts of Canada. Forest ecologist and Koerner Chair in wildfire coexistence at the University of British Columbia, Lori Daniels, explains how she thinks we need to ... more

From war and nationalism to emigration patterns – there are many reasons languages go extinct. Author and journalist Sophia Smith Galer explains how so-called linguicide happens – and why it’s not too late to bring languages that have been killed bac... more

Fresh off a NATO summit that saw U.S. President Donald Trump offering assistance to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Ukraine’s allies are meeting Monday to talk about next steps. This as drone attacks, gas shortages and public dissent are roc... more

Pulitzer Prize-winning historian Jill Lepore says the United States is out of step with its history. She discusses how the country's tendency to look back to its origins when making legal decisions today is unique – and can be detrimental – to Americ... more

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Sophia Smith Galer
Journalist who writes about language and author of How to Kill a Language, Power, Resistance, and the Race to Save Our Words
Freelance journalist / author
Episode: How do you save a dying language?
Simon Shuster
Staff writer at The Atlantic, author
The Atlantic
Episode: With Russia on the ropes, some fear what a desperate Putin may do
Thomas Juneau
Associate professor at University of Ottawa
University of Ottawa
Episode: With Russia on the ropes, some fear what a desperate Putin may do
Jasmine El-Gamal
Middle East policy analyst, former Pentagon adviser
Avaros Strategies
Episode: With Russia on the ropes, some fear what a desperate Putin may do
Jill Lepore
Historian at Harvard University; staff writer at The New Yorker
Harvard University; The New Yorker
Episode: As America turns 250, this historian says there are limits to looking back
Tammy Kernodle
Musicologist and former president of the Society for American Music
University/Academia
Episode: As America turns 250, this historian says there are limits to looking back
Christian McBride
Bassist, composer, educator, 11-time Grammy winner
Jazz musician
Episode: As America turns 250, this historian says there are limits to looking back
Terri Lyne Carrington
Drummer, composer, jazz advocate
Musician
Episode: As America turns 250, this historian says there are limits to looking back
Melba Liston
Trombonist and arranger known for Dizzy Gillespie's band
Jazz musician
Episode: As America turns 250, this historian says there are limits to looking back

Host

Piya Chattopadhyay
Host of The Sunday Magazine; CBC Radio

Reviews

4.1 out of 5 stars from 715 ratings
  • Suzuki

    To hear his energy and passion is magical; especially at 90yo.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Catsnout
    Canada4 months ago
  • Meh

    Disappointing. There have been a few guests that presented anti-arab narratives not questioned by the host.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Alder Cedar
    Canada4 months ago
  • Current and Interesting

    The show has a good mix of current affairs coverage (a more in-depth dive) and some magazine type programming. The host is wonderful. Great listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Transit=Love1245679
    Canadaa year ago
  • Love the podcast but please stop bonus segment!

    The show is a great weekly in depth review of current happenings. But whomever had the stupid idea of antagonizing subscribers by polluting the pod stream with repeats of the episodes one just listened to is out of touch! Think!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    John Gilbert
    Canadaa year ago
  • Pia is great interviewer. Many very interesting segments.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    KevinTranscona
    a year ago

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Guests and topics are consistently current and varied, with strong journalistic quality.
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Some critics feel certain episodes lean too far in a specific direction or repeat content.

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How do you save a dying language?
Q: Why was language revival like Hebrew possible, and what does that imply for other endangered languages?
Revival requires sustained cultural, political, and educational investment, a shared identity around the language, and practical institutions that support daily use, which Hebrew demonstrates can be achieved even after long periods of disuse.
How do you save a dying language?
Q: What needs to happen for children to truly absorb their family's native tongue?
Families need consistent incentives and opportunities, including access to language classes and community support, so children can hear and use the language regularly beyond the home and in public life.
Your waste is his work. Meet the 'g-man' lifting the lid on our ties to trash
Q: How has your background in sociology influenced how you view and present the garbage collection profession?
His sociological lens helps him frame the work as a social system that reveals much about consumption, class, and how society values or depreciates indispensable labor.
Your waste is his work. Meet the 'g-man' lifting the lid on our ties to trash
Q: Why do you think garbage collectors face stigma, and how does history shape this view?
The stigma stems from a historical association of trash with corruption and disease, a perception that has persisted despite the essential, skilled nature of the work.
Your waste is his work. Meet the 'g-man' lifting the lid on our ties to trash
Q: What does a typical shift look like for a private-sector trash collector in Montreal?
Simon describes fast, nonstop work with bags and bins, highlighting the physical demands and the competition to maximize efficiency on each route.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Sunday Magazine

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This long-form program delivers a thoughtful mix of timely politics, culture, science, and global affairs through in-depth conversations. Across episodes, listeners encounter cross-disciplinary panels on energy policy, economic trends, and international diplomacy, intertwined with cultural features, literary discussions, and science insights. A standout trait is the host's ability to thread disparate topics—ranging from global conflicts and policy to poetry and Pooh—into cohesive, interview-driven storytelling that feels both informative and human. The show often highlights regional perspectives in Canada alongside international context, making it a good fit for listeners who enjoy well-researched debates, expert guests, and a human-centere... more

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