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The Sunday Magazine

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

CBC Radio’s The Sunday Magazine is a lively, wide-ranging mix of topical long-form conversations, engaging ideas and more. Each week, host Piya Chattopadhyay takes time for deep exploration, but also makes space for surprise, delight and fun.

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes60Founded19 years ago
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Latest Episodes

The FIFA World Cup kicks off in North America this week. And whatever happens on the field, Darragh McGee says you can bet this tournament will shatter records as the biggest gambling event in history. The author, sociologist and former University of... more

* Host Piya Chattopadhyay speaks with University of Ottawa's Michael Geist, tech critic and journalist Paris Marx and Benjamin Bergen from the Canadian Venture Capital and Private Equity Association about whether Canada's new artificial intelligence ... more

You've probably heard the phrase, "There are no winners in a trade war." But that doesn’t mean we don't all have to fight one these days. That’s according to Financial Times columnist Soumaya Keynes and former White House economic advisor Chad P. Bow... more

* Host Piya Chattopadhyay speaks with Kelley Lee, Canada Research Chair in global health governance at Simon Fraser University, about Canada's travel restrictions amid the Ebola outbreak, and what past events can tell us about how and when to use tra... more

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Kelley Lee
Canada Research Chair in Global Health Governance, lead researcher of the Pandemics and Borders Project
Simon Fraser University
Episode: Health risks and travel, Shoplifting, How to win a trade war, Crisis management
Soumaya Keynes
Coauthor of How to Win a Trade War
The book How to Win a Trade War
Episode: Health risks and travel, Shoplifting, How to win a trade war, Crisis management
Chad Bown
Economist, author of How to Win a Trade War
Peterson Institute for International Economics
Episode: Health risks and travel, Shoplifting, How to win a trade war, Crisis management
Michael Kempa
Associate professor of criminology
University of Ottawa
Episode: Health risks and travel, Shoplifting, How to win a trade war, Crisis management
Rachel Shteir
Professor of theatre studies, author
DePaul University
Episode: Health risks and travel, Shoplifting, How to win a trade war, Crisis management
Jaime Watt
Founder of Navigator, author
Navigator; The Director's Crisis Playbook
Episode: Health risks and travel, Shoplifting, How to win a trade war, Crisis management
Maryam Shojaei
Human rights activist and author of Azadi Means Freedom
Activist, Author – Azadi Means Freedom
Episode: The world's game. The beautiful game. And in Iran, a game of political football
Murad Hemmadi
Reporter, The Logic
The Logic
Episode: Alberta referendum, Iran soccer activist, U.S.-Cuba tensions, AI data centres
Boris Gamazaychikov
CEO, Sustainable AI Group
Sustainable AI Group
Episode: Alberta referendum, Iran soccer activist, U.S.-Cuba tensions, AI data centres

Host

Piya Chattopadhyay
Host of The Sunday Magazine; CBC Radio

Reviews

4.1 out of 5 stars from 713 ratings
  • Suzuki

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Catsnout
    Canada2 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
    Canada3 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.
Listeners praise the host for warmth, depth, and engagement.
Some critics feel certain episodes lean too far in a specific direction or repeat content.

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#109
Canada/Society & Culture

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The world's game. The beautiful game. And in Iran, a game of political football
Q: What risks did you and your brother face in advocating for this change?
There were significant personal and family risks, including potential violence and reputational harm, but Masoud used his age and status as leverage to push for change while Maryam organized and mobilized support.
The world's game. The beautiful game. And in Iran, a game of political football
Q: How did the stadium ban affect women's rights activism and international pressure from FIFA?
The ban became a focal point for gender discrimination, prompting Maryam to bring 200,000 signatures to FIFA and contributing to a formal FIFA directive that pressured Iran to reconsider the policy.
The world's game. The beautiful game. And in Iran, a game of political football
Q: What does football mean to people in Iran beyond the game itself?
It has been a lifeline and a conduit for national pride and global connection, especially for the diaspora, making football a powerful engine for social and political expression.
Carney's economic efforts, Complicity in tragedy, U.S. midterms and democracy, That’s Puzzling!
Q: What is the current state of guardrails in American democracy, and how confident should we be about free and fair elections six months out?
Guardrails remain robust due to decentralized election administration and dedicated local officials, but public trust is frayed and vigilance is required to prevent attempts to undermine legitimacy.
Carney's economic efforts, Complicity in tragedy, U.S. midterms and democracy, That’s Puzzling!
Q: Walk me through the groundwork that could undermine elections in battleground states, as you described for The Atlantic.
A series of steps including attacks on independent institutions, attempts to pressure election officials, altering voting procedures by federal mandate, and even the threat of deploying troops or federal resources to influence outcomes.

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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?

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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1. Kelley Lee
2. Soumaya Keynes
3. Chad Bown
4. Michael Kempa
5. Rachel Shteir
6. Jaime Watt
7. Maryam Shojaei
8. Murad Hemmadi

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