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The Gould Standard

A conversational podcast about the arts, culture, and contemporary society. We talk with artistic heroes working to create a more inclusive and mindful world, hear their incredible stories, and get to know what makes them...more

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Cory Doctorow on Chokepoint Capitalism: How Big Tech Monopolies Devoured the Arts and How to Fight Back

Episode 39

February 16, 2023

Cory Doctorow on Chokepoint Capitalism: How Big Tech Monopolies Devoured the Arts and How to Fight Back

Award-winning science fiction writer, blogger and activist Cory Doctorow rallies the creative class against an ever-expanding industry of monopolies and monopsonies. Co-written by Australian...

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As Glenn as Can Be: The Inner Life of a Brilliant Child

Episode 38

January 19, 2023

As Glenn as Can Be: The Inner Life of a Brilliant Child

This month we talk to acclaimed children’s author Sarah Ellis and Illustrator Nancy Vo, who made the life story of Glenn Gould accessible to...

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00:31:58

Wynton Marsalis and the Wisdom of Jazz

Episode 37

December 15, 2022

Wynton Marsalis and the Wisdom of Jazz

Legendary trumpeter, composer and educator Wynton Marsalis takes us on a journey through his early life and formative influences. He discusses his evolution into...

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Colm Feore: Inhabiting My Roles and Myself

Episode 36

November 17, 2022

Colm Feore: Inhabiting My Roles and Myself

The outstanding Canadian stage and film actor Colm Feore is among the most accomplished Shakespearean performers of our time, but has appeared as everything...

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Kevin Bazzana: Beguilingly BeGouldian

Episode 35

October 20, 2022

Kevin Bazzana: Beguilingly BeGouldian

Kevin Bazzana is the world’s leading authority on Glenn Gould, and one of the most perceptive, wry and interesting commentators on music anywhere. The...

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Gould's Glorious Goldbergs with Tim Page & Richard Einhorn

Episode 34

September 29, 2022

Gould's Glorious Goldbergs with Tim Page & Richard Einhorn

Glenn Gould was propelled to stardom by his 1955 recording of Bach’s Goldberg Variations. After a lifetime of study and contemplation, and in anticipation...

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