Tapestry from CBC Radio

When Omar Khadr was imprisoned in Guantanamo Bay, he received a postcard from an English professor in Edmonton. Through letters and book reports, Arlette Zinck became Khadr's teacher and friend. It was a profound spiritual experience that changed her life

Susan Matt presents the strange and surprising history of homesickness (it used to be taken *very* seriously). Kristiina Montero reveals what it's like to be a refugee child in a Canadian classroom. Plus a doc about sponsoring refugees over the long haul.

Lisa Genova, author of the novel Still Alice, on how to have a meaningful emotional connection with somebody with Alzheimer's disease. Plus a documentary about a special pilgrimage two parents made to honour their daughter.

Canadians are turning away from organized religion in droves -- they just can’t connect. In the vacuum, people are turning to unexpected sources for spiritual exploration. In this episode: finding the holy in Harry Potter and HGTV.

The surprising stories of three people who resist classification: "Friends in Toronto" founder Antonius Clarke, photographer Angela Fama, and journalist Daliah Merzaban.

A special message from Mary Hynes about Tapestry podcasts during the summer.

Lucas Welsh serves Fort McMurray as both a firefighter and a pastor. What he witnessed in one job made him question the other. And a feature conversation with Dr. Willie Parker, an obstetrician in the southern United States who believes he has a moral dut

Papal decrees, poisoned water, and a look at reclaiming indigenous spirituality.

Host Mary Hynes recommends the new CBC original podcast Love Me.

Musician Snatam Kaur talks about the healing power of sacred chants and Lauretta Santarossa gives us a tour of her secret garden dedicated to the Virgin Mary.

Showing your socks the love? Marie Kondo & her decluttering tips echo the Shinto tradition of Japan - and it's no coincidence.

Scientist and Evangelical Christian Katherine Hayhoe talks about climate change in Texas. Musician Craig Cardiff gathers "Books of Truths" at his gigs.

This week's guests have spent years thinking about some of the biggest questions out there: light vs. dark, faith vs. money, and career vs. calling.

What Am I Doing With My Life? An ivy league prof, a philosopher of science and a travel writer offer a few answers.

An hour of music and conversation - a little light in the bleak midwinter - as Tapestry host Mary Hynes meets the Voice from Assisi, Friar Alessandro Brustenghi.