Q: The Podcast from CBC Radio

Kate Bush! The British musical icon talks to Jian in a Canadian broadcast exclusive interview, which covers everything from her musical start to her brand new record "50 Words for Snow." Plus, Tegan and Sara on their new live DVD/CD project "Get Along."

Natasha Lennard on why she "quit the mainstream media" when she came out in support of Occupy Wall Street, and why she thinks “objective” journalism is a myth. Chinese piano sensation Lang Lang on his “musical hero" Liszt, his educational endeavours and why he wants to bring classical music to a new generation. Plus, the Q Sports Culture Panel on Crosby's return, devout Christian QB Tim Tebow and FIFA’s denial of racism in soccer.

From Calgary! A feature chat with beloved Canadian singer/songwriter and hometown girl, Jann Arden, on her new memoir. Michael Bernard Fitzgerald, winner of the ‘Emerging Artist of the Year’ award at the Alberta Music Awards, stops by to play a brand new song from his upcoming 2012 album. A special Calgary media panel discusses the coverage of the oil pipeline plans, treatment of Alberta oil companies by the media and how the province is portrayed from the outside. Calgary Mayor, Naheed Nenshi, on his efforts to invest in arts and culture, and his handling of ‘Occupy Calgary.’ Plus, our Friday Live guest: Samantha Savage Smith.

‘Woody Allen: A Documentary,’ Robert Weide on his intimate look at one of the great film auteurs of our time. And, Coldplay! Chris Martin and Johnny Buckland join us for a full hour to talk about their new album, continuing to evolve stylistically, what ‘Enoxification’ means and more.

Returning to the silver screen after 30 years with a new ‘Muppets’ movie... Kermit the Frog joins us for a feature chat. Are you tired of scanning your own groceries when you checkout? Craig Lambert discusses Shadow Work. Plus, Torquil Campbell returns with another Rant or Rave.

How this season's hottest new spy novel was revealed to be a brazen example of plagiarism. Consumer advocate Martin Lindstrom tells us how big companies get us to buy in his new book Brandwashed. New Yorker cartoonist Roz Chast.

Artist Hasan Elahi discusses his counterintuitive approach to privacy: posting every moment of his life online. Canadian character actor Eugene Levy joins us for a feature chat, on his life and career, from SCTV to American Pie. The Sports Culture panel reconvenes to discuss the Penn State scandal and Tim Tebow’s faith.

Best of Q show with Canadian peace activist James Loney, electronica musician Moby, writer Maya Angelou, and look at the powerful legacy of reggae star Bob Marley.

Are Canadian novels with international settings a sign of literary confidence, or evidence that distinctively Canadian stories are being pushed to the margins again? A Q debate. A feature interview with Stephen King, on his new book “11/22/63,” his career and his fear of political extremism today. Robert Fisk on why the poppy has become a mere fashion statement.

Giller Prize winner Esi Edugyan joins Jian live in studio to discuss her winning book "Half-Blood Blues". Plus, Toronto's Sarah Slean performs live from her new double record "Land & Sea". And from the Q Vault, celebrity sculptor Daniel Edwards on his memorial to Amy Winehouse.

Former Oasis guitarist/songwriter Noel Gallagher visits studio Q to discuss his new project: Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds. Michael Idov joins us to talk about ‘Dau,’ a Russian film that requires participants to live like they’re in a 1950’s-era Soviet village while on set.

Wikipedia: a testament to human knowledge... and a UNESCO World Heritage Site? Jonathon Keats weighs in. Marni Kotak on her latest exhibition called ‘The Birth of Baby X,’ a very public delivery of her first child. The Sports Culture Panel discusses the NHL season thus far, the NBA lockout and harsh discipline for athletes in Iran.

Camille Dodero discusses the FBI’s recent classification of ‘Juggalos’ as a hybrid gang. US Track & Field star Natasha Hastings on her decision to pose nude in ESPN’s 2011 Body Issue. Q Media Panel on Marg’s ambush of Mayor Ford and more. 54-40 joins us in studio as our Friday Live guest. And, Elvira’s Hall of Shame.

Mark Schatzker walks us through how a quote from his satirical column ended up being used by Republican presidential candidate Rick Perry. Amon Tobin joins us to talk about his new record - ISAM – Invented Sound Applied to Music. And, music great Peter Gabriel on his new collection of older songs ‘re-imagined’ in an orchestral setting.

Should you donate food and clothing to people in developing countries? Charles Kenny doesn’t think so. William Shatner joins us in studio to discuss his stage show, his new album, his new book ‘Shatner Rules’ and life in the ‘Shatnerverse.’ After nearly ten years, ‘Pop-Up Video’ is back. Co-creator and executive producer Woody Thompson calls in. Rant or Rave? Torquil Campbell drops by.