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The Sunday Magazine

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Canada
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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 weeklyEpisodes99Founded20 years ago
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Latest Episodes

CNN's chief political correspondent says it can sometimes take decades to understand how elections shape us. She walks through some of the historical races that she says have changed the world, and looks ahead to next month's consequential midterms i... more

CBC British Columbia's Katie DeRosa, Rob Shaw from CHEK News, and The Economist's Rob Russo break down why BC voters elected a Conservative majority government for the first time in nearly a century and where the NDP goes from here. They also discuss... more

As a former cabinet minister, Chrystia Freeland was a central figure in Canada's negotiations with United States President Donald Trump. Now, while Prime Minister Mark Carney sees a rupture in the U.S.-led world order, Freeland isn't giving up on the... more

The celebrated Olympic athlete was rocked by menopause alongside a major knee injury. It set her on a path she didn't expect, including taking psychedelics and other drugs. Clara Hughes discusses how this experience led her to finally connect with an... more

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Rob Shaw
Political correspondent for CHEK News.
CHEK News
Episode: The winners, losers and bigger stakes of B.C.'s snap election
Katie DeRosa
CBC British Columbia legislative reporter.
CBC British Columbia
Episode: The winners, losers and bigger stakes of B.C.'s snap election
Rob Russo
Canada correspondent for The Economist.
The Economist
Episode: The winners, losers and bigger stakes of B.C.'s snap election
Chrystia Freeland
Former Canadian cabinet minister, journalist and author of Unreliable Boyfriend
Episode: Chrystia Freeland talks Trump, Canada-U.S. trade war and political tenure with Trudeau
Clara Hughes
Six-time Olympic medalist, author of Learning to Breathe
Canadian athlete
Episode: Olympian Clara Hughes was used to pushing her body. But when menopause hit, her body pushed back
Dr. Stefanie Green
MAID practitioner; founding president of the Canadian Association of MAID Assessors and Providers
Canadian Association of MAID Assessors and Providers
Episode: This year's Thanksgiving dinner will cost a little more. So will everything else.
Dr. Ramona Coelho
Family physician in London, Ontario; MAID clinician and former MAID Death Review Committee member
Family Physician; MAID Practitioner
Episode: This year's Thanksgiving dinner will cost a little more. So will everything else.
Jim Stanford
Economist and director of the Centre for Future Work
Centre for Future Work
Episode: This year's Thanksgiving dinner will cost a little more. So will everything else.
Bruce Winder
Retail analyst invited to discuss grocery prices and consumer spending
Retail Analyst
Episode: This year's Thanksgiving dinner will cost a little more. So will everything else.

Hosts

Piya Chattopadhyay
Host of The Sunday Magazine, with broad experience hosting CBC current affairs and magazine programming.
Megan Williams
Host of The Sunday Magazine (sitting in for Piya) and CBC Sunday Magazine segments.

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 723 ratings
  • Suzuki

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Catsnout
    Canada7 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
    Canada8 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
    2 years ago

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Mix of current affairs depth and magazine-style segments praised by listeners.
Some criticism about how challenging questions are at times; requests for stronger probing of guests.
The host is wonderful, bringing warmth and depth to interviews.

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Chrystia Freeland talks Trump, Canada-U.S. trade war and political tenure with Trudeau
Q: Do we need to change the playbook with Trump?
Freeland says the core approach still applies: compromise where possible, avoid capitulation and unilateral concessions, and reach out directly to Americans through the Donut Strategy.
Chrystia Freeland talks Trump, Canada-U.S. trade war and political tenure with Trudeau
Q: Why this book now?
Freeland says leaving politics gave her the chance to reclaim her voice. She wants to speak candidly about the actions of the United States and offer a positive vision for the world.
The winners, losers and bigger stakes of B.C.'s snap election
Q: Are there now, between these two conservative governments, issues and alliances that they might join forces on, so to speak, in terms of their discussions with Ottawa?
Rob Shaw expects greater policy alignment between British Columbia and Alberta, particularly around immigration controls, while cautioning that party-base pressures could influence the new B.C. government.
The winners, losers and bigger stakes of B.C.'s snap election
Q: So how surprising is the size and scope of this victory?
Rob Shaw says polls underestimated the scale of the result, describing it as a sweeping repudiation of David Eby and his government's decision to call an early election.
This year's Thanksgiving dinner will cost a little more. So will everything else.
Q: Sound about right to you?
Bruce Winder confirms that much of the price pressure is driven by beef costs and substitution toward poultry, with wider inflation factors including energy prices and tariffs influencing overall grocery costs.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Sunday Magazine

What is The Sunday Magazine about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show offers thoughtful, long-form conversations on current affairs, economics, politics, culture, and science, often pairing Canadian perspectives with global context. Episodes frequently feature cross-border analysis, expert guests, and in-depth interviews that unpack complex issues—from democracy and governance to policy, technology, and language. A notable strength is the blend of rigorous analysis with accessible storytelling, plus occasional culture and literature segments that broaden the lens beyond politics. The format is well-suited for listeners who want credible, nuanced discussion and practical takeaways, with a regular host known for warm, lucid interviewing. A recurring edge is the ability to connect high-level policy idea... more

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2. Katie DeRosa
3. Rob Russo
4. Chrystia Freeland
5. Clara Hughes
6. Dr. Stefanie Green
7. Dr. Ramona Coelho
8. Jim Stanford

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