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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 names in the world. But it's never been about the fame. It's always been about the art. Since becomin ...
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A show for your entertainment -recorded conversations with car people that I know. The General Motors exec that built the plant in Russia, Derek Bell (LeMans and Suntrust (Rolex) 24), an Emmy Award winning NASCAR/ Michelin TV man who did the Audrain Concour d'Elegance car culture feature film, a supercar restorer, Ferrari VP, Lotus and Bentley execs, Rolls-Royce USA General Manager (and St Michaels Concour founder, past automotive salespeople, car museum curator, dealers, interesting/famous ...
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VLOG May 20 US v Sean Combs Day 7 will have personal assistant (with Suge Knight incident & Biggie Smalls name-check], Regina Ventura; dancer & chef. https://matthewrussellleeicp.substack.com/p/extra-in-sean-combs-trial-dawn-richard… Week 1 ebook https://books.google.com/books?id=ZkdeEQAAQBAJ…NYC Rechnitz delay, UN leak https://innercitypress.com/u…
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For nearly 30 years, “The Lion King” musical has been captivating audiences, becoming the highest-grossing production of all time, in theatre or in film. But when creator Julie Taymor was approached to make the stage show, she had never seen the original animated Disney movie it's based on. Julie joins Tom Power to tell us the story behind the prod…
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Bestselling Canadian writer Eliza Reid has written plenty of non-fiction, but she’s just released her first novel, “Death on the Island.” It’s a murder mystery involving diplomats in Iceland — a place that’s quite familiar to her, considering she served as the country’s first lady from 2016 to 2024. Eliza sits down with Tom Power to talk about her …
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VLOG May 19 US v Combs, witnesses- & things that *didn't* happen (including false reports on Nicki Minaj & even Prince) new ebook on Week 1: https://books.google.com/books?id=ZkdeEQAAQBAJSDNY opposes Javice new trial, Nadine Menendez delay to Sept 11; OneCoin Mark Scott; UN bans Press
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After 26 years dancing with the National Ballet of Canada, Guillaume Côté will soon retire following his final performance on June 5. Last year, after announcing his decision to move on, the acclaimed Canadian dancer and choreographer sat down with Tom Power to talk about the physical demands of ballet, the “expiration date” that all professional d…
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When you were growing up, did you get along with your sibling? When Leela and Jay Gilday were growing up in Northwest Territories, their dad wanted them to sing together more, but it wasn’t until decades later that they did. Leela and Jay both have distinguished music careers on their own, but more recently, they’ve come together as the contemporar…
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Welcome to Jake's Happy Nostalgia Show, the podcast where nostalgia comes alive! In this episode, we're thrilled to welcome the multitalented Aubrey Miller! Aubrey has been lighting up screens and stages since childhood, getting her start as the Junior Beats version of Kiki on Nick Jr.'s The Fresh Beat Band and showing off her dance moves in Just D…
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VLOG May 16 US v Sean Combs halting cross of Cassie https://matthewrussellleeicp.substack.com/p/extra-in-sean-combs-trial-cassie-0a7…Filings not in docket, raised. DIddy civil case of Anthony Tate, facing dismissal: https://patreon.com/posts/diddy-docket-for-129076554…Crypto mixer Roman Storm needs order for Read ID;UN no answers, bans Press…
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Award-winning composer Max Richter is arguably the most streamed classical artist in the world. His scores feature in acclaimed films like “Arrival”, “Ad Astra”, “Shutter Island,” and popular series such as “Black Mirror,” “Bridgerton” and “The Leftovers.” Currently on his first world tour, Max drops by our studio to talk with Tom Power about his a…
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In his latest series, “Southern Lights,” photographer Finn O'Hara shows how some of Canada’s most cherished and iconic natural landscapes are under threat of development. He sits down with guest host Gill Deacon to tell us what we risk losing as Canada’s wilderness disappears, why he used night club lasers to capture his photos, and how his connect…
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VLOG May 15 Sean Combs, Cassie on the cross today; extras https://matthewrussellleeicp.substack.com/p/extra-in-sean-combs-trial-cassie-4e5…Who can she speak to? Doc https://patreon.com/posts/diddy-docket-in-128903614…Book https://amazon.com/dp/B0DHP7YF19FDNY Saccavino 3 years, SDNY Alien Enemies Act injunctionUN irrelevant on Ukraine & Gaza as bans…
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With viral hits like “Pretty Girl Era,” LU KALA has proven that she might just be the next big Canadian breakthrough artist à la Justin Bieber, Carly Rae Jepsen, The Weeknd or Shawn Mendes. Her catchy songs about loving yourself and knowing your worth have amassed millions of streams all over the internet. On the heels of her brand new EP, “No Tear…
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For Mike Drucker, getting a Nintendo at three years old truly changed the course of his life. Since then, the Emmy-nominated writer and comedian has built an entire career influenced by video games. In his new memoir, “Good Game, No Rematch: A Life Made of Video Games,” Mike details how some of his most defining experiences were either accompanied …
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VLOG May 14 US v Sean Combs, can Cassie confer with counsel during cross? https://www.patreon.com/posts/diddy-docket-in-128903614Day 2 w/ extra: https://matthewrussellleeicp.substack.com/p/extra-in-sean-combs-trial-cassie Day 3 comingJane Doe v. Combs, pseudonym disallowed, name by May 20: https://www.patreon.com/posts/diddy-docket-doe-128859309UN …
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For more than 60 years, Canadian rock and roll legend Randy Bachman has been takin’ care of business and working overtime. He co-founded not one but two of the most successful rock bands to come out of this country: The Guess Who and Bachman–Turner Overdrive. Randy sits down with Tom Power to look back on his incredible life in music, from leaving …
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Bria Salmena is a Canadian musician who originally rose to prominence as the frontwoman of the post-punk band FRIGS before joining Orville Peck's touring band. Now, she’s released her debut solo album, “Big Dog.” One of its most powerful tracks, “Rags,” is a raw anthem about rage, shame and shedding the need to accommodate others. Bria joins guest …
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VLOG May 13 US v Sean Combs, after LAPD and male dancer (still on cross), Cassie https://matthewrussellleeicp.substack.com/p/extra-sean-combs-trial-begins-withFreak-off videos only for pool? https://www.patreon.com/posts/diddy-docket-of-128815947Crypto Peraire-Bueno Count 4 dropped; UN @AntonioGuterres defends rapist "peacekeepers," bans Press…
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Young punk upstarts PUP aren’t so young anymore. In fact, the band that singlehandedly brought punk rock back to Canada in a big way is probably getting too old to mosh. On their fifth and latest record, “Who Will Look After The Dogs?” lead singer Stefan Babcock reflects on his evolution as a songwriter and getting older. He joins Tom Power in our …
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Tunde Adebimpe made a name for himself fronting the art rock band TV on the Radio. Now, he’s released his first solo album, “Thee Black Boltz.” Tunde joins Tom Power to talk about making music without his long-time band, the spirit of rebellion that runs through his new record, and how an album that’s born out of some pretty tough stuff ended up so…
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VLOG 2 May 12 US v Sean Combs after jury picked (including at least one dubious juror) and opening statements, AUSA listing Cassie, Jane & Mia, and Teny Geragos saying these witnesses are only about moneyInner City Press extra: https://matthewrussellleeicp.substack.com/p/sean-combs-jury-selection-with-an…
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VLOG: US v SeanCombs, to final jury selection and opening arguments https://www.patreon.com/posts/diddy-docket-us-128274005https://matthewrussellleeicp.substack.com/p/extra-in-sean-combs-jury-selection-8cebook: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DHP7YF19Bob Menendez prison June 17; Samourai Wallet crypto case; ex FBI McGonigal co-D, SDNY summon to State? …
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On her new album, “Forever Is a Feeling,” Lucy Dacus sets the record straight on what love is — and isn’t. The singer-songwriter sits down with Tom Power to tell us what she thinks is missing in modern love songs, what she’s learned about love (spoiler alert: she's still searching for answers), and how she feels about the end of her Grammy-winning …
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My guest on this episode is Nigel Eccles, co-founder of Fan Duel. [00:00] Introduction of Nigel Eccles, co-founder of FanDuel [00:48] Nigel’s background and first company [02:04] Nigel’s educational background and interest in gambling, selling variance [06:59] Joining Flutter and prediction markets, exchange models [10:04] Founding FanDuel, fantasy…
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Welcome to Jake's Happy Nostalgia Show, the podcast where nostalgia comes alive! This week, we're joined by the legendary songwriting duo Michael and Patty Silversher! Known for crafting some of the most iconic and beloved tunes in children's television, the Silvershers have been the musical minds behind countless favorites from Disney and The Jim …
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VLOG May 9 Sean Combs final jury selection https://matthewrussellleeicp.substack.com/p/extra-in-sean-combs-jury-selection-6daUS v Nadine Menendez delay https://www.patreon.com/posts/filing-bob-got-128480027Alexander bros superseder https://www.patreon.com/posts/real-estate-for-128481538Ozturk Vermont bail hearing 10 am; UN no answer on UNRWA or Baz…
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A few years ago, Mustafa released his critically acclaimed EP, “When Smoke Rises,” which chronicled the deaths of loved ones from his community of Regent Park in Toronto. So when he sat down to write his debut album, “Dunya,” the Juno-winning musician and poet wanted to explore other things, like love, faith and his relationship with God. Then his …
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VLOG May 8 Sean Combs juror's UN story / lie https://matthewrussellleeicp.substack.com/p/extra-in-sean-combs-jury-selection-6da Diddy civil cases https://www.patreon.com/posts/diddy-docket-lil-128324435Crypto Mashinsky sentencing (Do Kwon book https://www.amazon.com/Crypto-Death-Spiral-Could-Again-ebook/dp/B0DTJHPDZXNYC bribes, Saccavino 30 months?…
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When Nick Cave was in his early band The Birthday Party, he was angry and antagonistic toward his audience. The legendary Australian musician, writer and actor eventually grew out of his youthful contempt, but he remained consumed by his work, always putting it first before anything else. Then he lost two of his sons. In this wide-ranging conversat…
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When the Canadian indie rock band Casper Skulls got their start about 10 years ago, things were a little different. Firstly, band members Melanie St-Pierre-Bednis and Neil Bednis weren’t married at the time, and now they’re husband and wife. Secondly, they hadn’t moved back to their hometown of Sudbury, Ont., and they didn’t have a baby yet. Melani…
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VLOG II May 7 Sean Combs Day 3 Jury Selection, now the pool of 45 is picked, peremptory challenges Friday; today a friend of the judge, and a UN official (not asked about DOJ & UNRWA immunity) https://matthewrussellleeicp.substack.com/p/extra-in-sean-combs-jury-selection-8a5Diddy civil case: https://www.patreon.com/posts/diddy-docket-lil-128324435…
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VLOG May 7 Sean Combs Day 3 Jury Selection https://matthewrussellleeicp.substack.com/p/extra-in-sean-combs-jury-selection-8a5 Cuba Gooding Jr & Justin out of Lil Rod case https://www.patreon.com/posts/diddy-docket-lil-128324435Tillis: Clayton for DC? SDNY asks time served for Kolfage: https://www.innercitypress.com/sdny1katbannonkolfageicp050625.ht…
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The Canadian singer-songwriter Lights grew up in a missionary family in Timmins, Ont., believing that her musical ability was both a gift and a responsibility. Some of her earliest work was Christian music. When Lights was just a teenager, she started posting her songs on Myspace, which ultimately set her career into motion. But during that time, s…
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Twenty years ago, Dallas Green and his band Alexisonfire were making post-hardcore music when Dallas decided to release a soft acoustic album under the name City and Colour. It was a big risk, but that debut solo album, “Sometimes,” went on to receive critical acclaim and a Juno Award. It was also the catalyst for Dallas to start his own independen…
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VLOG II May 6 Sean Combs Day 2 of jury selection including the Bronxite whose nephew, he says, was a juvenile gang member & shot a police officer, US wanted him off (citing language) but defense kept him inGeragos https://www.patreon.com/posts/diddy-docket-us-128274005 & https://matthewrussellleeicp.substack.com/p/extra-in-sean-combs-jury-selection…
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VLOG May 6 Sean Combs jury selection, US calls out Mark Geragos https://www.patreon.com/posts/diddy-docket-us-128274005Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DHP7YF19Immigration 2d Cir appeals, Ozturk & Medawi 10 am;FBI McGonigal's co-defendant case goes on.UN @AntonioGuterres fails on Indo-Pak, bans Press…
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The actor and musician Joe Keery, also known as Djo, is best known for playing Steve Harrington on the hit Netflix show “Stranger Things.” But after his song “End of Beginning” went viral on TikTok last year, a huge spotlight was shone on his music. Joe sits down with Tom Power to talk about his new album, “The Crux,” and his breakthrough role in “…
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On her latest record, “Conditions of Love Vol. 1,” Rose Cousins digs into all the complicated feelings that come with love, from falling in love, to keeping the romance going, to maintaining friendships. It also finds the Canadian singer-songwriter reuniting with one of her most important companions: the piano. Rose sits down with Tom Power to talk…
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VLOG II May 5 Sean Combs jury selection segment 1, in which prospective juror from HBO is not excused of cause despite "The Fall of Diddy," but marketer from Simon & Schuster is out due to Al B. Sure memoir. Inner City Press live tweeted: https://x.com/innercitypress/status/1919381748359581785
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VLOG May 5 US v Sean Combs jury selection, plea offer rejected https://www.patreon.com/posts/diddy-docket-on-127849073Mahmoud Khalil secret call of Jersey judge https://www.innercitypress.com/njfeddist3mahmoudkhalilicp050225.htmlNY v. Harvey Weinstein https://matthewrussellleeicp.substack.com/p/extra-in-harvey-weinstein-retrial-a45UN asserting Oct …
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Bob Martin is a Canadian actor and writer who first made his name working in Canadian TV, but now he’s one of Broadway’s most in-demand playwrights. How in demand? Well, two of his new musicals (“Boop!” and “Smash”) recently premiered on Broadway in the same week. Bob joins Tom Power to discuss that achievement and his Tony Award-winning career. In…
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The longest poem ever written is a 4,000-year-old Sanskrit epic called the “Mahabharata,” which clocks in at roughly 1.8 million words. But the poem’s daunting length didn’t stop Toronto’s Why Not Theatre from adapting it into a large-scale play of the same name. Miriam Fernandes, the co-creator and star of the show, joins Tom Power to tell us exac…
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Welcome to Jake's Happy Nostalgia Show, the podcast where nostalgia comes alive! In this episode, we had the great pleasure of speaking with someone who not only shaped our childhoods, but generations of childhoods! We're joined by none other than Greg Page — Australian singer, performer, and the original Yellow Wiggle of children's music group, Th…
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For more than 35 years, Canadian singer-songwriter Sarah Harmer has used her voice to make award-winning, critically acclaimed music — but that’s not all. She’s also been a vocal advocate for important environmental and humanitarian causes, both in this country and abroad. At the Juno Awards in Vancouver earlier this year, Sarah was honoured with t…
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VLOG May 1 US v Sean Combs 1 pm on jury questions https://www.patreon.com/posts/filing-after-for-127772047US v Luigi Mangione, call was listened to, US Attorney recused. Lone Wolf: https://books.google.com/books/about/Luigi_Mangione_Lone_Wolf.htmlTdA case https://www.innercitypress.com/sdny104cvyskociltdaicp043025.htmlUnions sue for Mediation; UN w…
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Arkells frontman Max Kerman is taking back the term “try hard” with his first book, “Try Hard: Creative Work in Progress.” It peels back the curtain on the band’s creative process, offering a framework for how to bring more creativity into your life, but it’s also a defence of striving and wanting to be a better artist. In this conversation with To…
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On Bells Larsen’s stunning new album, “Blurring Time,” the Canadian singer-songwriter has an unlikely collaborator — himself. Bells is a trans man and he first recorded the album in his pre-transition voice with the intent of revisiting the songs after he started hormone therapy. The result is a unique self-collaboration, in which he harmonizes wit…
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VLOG April 30 Harvey Weinstein retrial https://matthewrussellleeicp.substack.com/p/courtroom-extra-harvey-weinstein-2c5Luigi Mangione eavesdrop reply https://www.patreon.com/posts/filing-after-for-127772047 Sean Combs seeks gag order https://www.patreon.com/posts/gag-order-in-run-127741988 TdA case SDNY https://www.innercitypress.com/sdny104bvyskoc…
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In “Andor” — the latest series in the “Star Wars” franchise — actor Stellan Skarsgård (Dune, Nymphomaniac, Mamma Mia!) plays Luthen Rael, a charming but ruthless rebel leader who fronts as an antiques dealer. Stellan sits down with Tom Power to talk about the new season of “Andor” and why he’s drawn to morally complex characters. Plus, he shares a …
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Ambur Braid is a Canadian soprano who’s taken on some of the most coveted roles in opera. But it wasn’t until she saw Alban Berg’s “Wozzeck” as an undergraduate student that she knew opera would be her life. Now, Ambur is playing Marie in a new production of “Wozzeck” at the Canadian Opera Company. She sits down with Tom Power to talk about this fu…
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