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Five days a week acclaimed interviewer Tom Power sits down with the artists, writers, actors and musicians who define pop culture. Whether he’s ribbing Adele, singing a boyband classic with Simu Liu, or dissecting faith with U2 frontman Bono – Tom brings the same curiosity, respect and meticulous preparation into every conversation. He also has a track record for interviewing artists on the precipice of stardom – like Lizzo and Billie Eilish — who appeared on Q well before hitting the mainstream. Hear your favourite artists as they truly are, every weekday with Tom Power.

Q with Tom Power CBC Arts & Entertainment

    • Arts
    • 4.5 • 195 Ratings

Five days a week acclaimed interviewer Tom Power sits down with the artists, writers, actors and musicians who define pop culture. Whether he’s ribbing Adele, singing a boyband classic with Simu Liu, or dissecting faith with U2 frontman Bono – Tom brings the same curiosity, respect and meticulous preparation into every conversation. He also has a track record for interviewing artists on the precipice of stardom – like Lizzo and Billie Eilish — who appeared on Q well before hitting the mainstream. Hear your favourite artists as they truly are, every weekday with Tom Power.

    Patricia Field: Costume design, her NYC boutique, and dressing Sarah Jessica Parker

    Patricia Field: Costume design, her NYC boutique, and dressing Sarah Jessica Parker

    Patricia Field is a legendary costume designer and stylist whose credits include “Sex and the City,” “The Devil Wears Prada” and “Emily in Paris.” A new documentary about her life, “Happy Clothes: A Film About Patricia Field,” details Patricia’s creative journey as one of fashion’s great visionaries, from opening her iconic boutique in New York City, to creating some of the most memorable onscreen outfits of the last few decades. She joins Tom to talk about her vision for “Sex and the City,” how a great actor wears clothes like a human and not a mannequin, and opening a boutique that became the hub for art and fashion in New York in the ‘80s.

    • 31 min
    Ilana Glazer: Motherhood, loss, and her new film Babes

    Ilana Glazer: Motherhood, loss, and her new film Babes

    The comedian Ilana Glazer (Broad City) is back with a new film, “Babes,” which looks at the messy realities of female friendship and motherhood. She joins Tom in studio to tell us how her own pregnancy inspired the film, her most surprising observations about having a baby, and why she’ll be telling stories that centre female friendships for the rest of her career.

    • 24 min
    Lamar Johnson: The Last of Us, Brother, and being honoured at this year’s Canadian Screen Awards

    Lamar Johnson: The Last of Us, Brother, and being honoured at this year’s Canadian Screen Awards

    The Canadian actor Lamar Johnson has been having a moment, from his acclaimed performance in Clement Virgo’s film “Brother” to his Emmy nomination for his emotional role in the hit post-apocalyptic drama “The Last of Us.” At this year’s Canadian Screen Awards, Lamar will receive the Radius Award, which is presented to a Canadian whose work is making waves globally. He chats with Tom about the award, learning ASL for his role on “The Last of Us,” and what all of this success means to him.

    • 21 min
    Siphesihle November: On following his ballet dreams from South Africa to Canada

    Siphesihle November: On following his ballet dreams from South Africa to Canada

    Siphesihle November is a principal dancer with the National Ballet of Canada. This June, he’ll be dancing lead roles in the company’s productions of “Don Quixote” and “Jewels” by George Balanchine. Siphesihle sits down with Tom in studio to talk about his journey from South Africa to Canada to pursue dance, his quick rise to the coveted role of principal dancer, and what keeps him inspired and focused.

    • 37 min
    Quick Q: Nelly Furtado on why she took a break from music and what brought her back

    Quick Q: Nelly Furtado on why she took a break from music and what brought her back

    The Canadian icon Nelly Furtado is back with a new single as she puts the finishing touches on her upcoming seventh studio album. We revisit Tom’s conversation with Nelly from a few months ago, where she explains why she took a break from the spotlight and what inspired her to get back to making music.

    • 11 min
    Geoff McFetridge: Beastie Boys, skateboarding in Calgary, and designing for brands like Apple and Nike

    Geoff McFetridge: Beastie Boys, skateboarding in Calgary, and designing for brands like Apple and Nike

    Geoff McFetridge has been called “the most famous Canadian artist you’ve never heard of.” As a graphic artist and painter, he’s collaborated with directors such as Spike Jonze and Sofia Coppola, designed for brands like Nike and Apple, and created huge murals for Ottawa’s transit system. In a rare interview, Geoff tells Tom how the DIY culture of skateboarding in Calgary influenced him to get into art, how he ended up designing the Beastie Boys’ Grand Royal magazine, and how he keeps one foot in the world of art galleries and one foot in the world of corporate design. 

    • 35 min

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195 Ratings

195 Ratings

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Tom, you’ve got to have Cory Hart (Sunglasses cool) comeback new album & tour on with your Q magic.
I’m getting use to new format.
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SHERYL CROW

Tom your recent interview with Sheryl Crow was Most Enlightening and Engaging with an singer songwriter that has made such an inpac with her lyrics and music.
I definitely learned there’s more to that book than just a good looking cover.
Thank you Tom for Your excellent interview.

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The Best

Tom Power is the best interviewer on radio. I’m so glad I discovered him on KUOW.

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