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The terrifying, unbelievable true story behind the CIA's mind control experiments. Hosted by Michelle Shephard.

A deep dive into the October Crisis. By October 1970, there were soldiers in the streets, communities on edge, kidnapping and terror in the headlines. And those frightening weeks were just the crescendo of a wave of terror and violence that was nearly a decade in the making.

Friends Martine St-Victor and Isabelle Racicot have in-depth conversations with notable guests from media, sports and pop culture. They capture personal stories about the power of the Black Lives Matter movement, the urgency of this moment, and what it will take to move forward.

Sickboy is determined to break down the stigma associated with illness and disease. Join Jeremie, Brian and Taylor as they tackle health taboos with people who have experienced them firsthand. Taking the lead from Jeremie's life long battle with Cystic Fibrosis, the three best friends help us understand that sometimes the best way to deal with illness, disease and life is simply to laugh.

Award-winning sketch troupe Tony Ho takes listeners on a journey of dark comedy. Bite-sized narrative sketches explore the nature of human relationships and how careless we can be with each other. Featuring Miguel Rivas, Roger Bainbridge and Adam Niebergall.

Transforming the way we experience theatre by turning contemporary plays into bingeable audio dramas. Welcome to your Digital Theatre.

A botched police investigation, missing evidence, and a wrongful conviction in a city plagued with more than a hundred unsolved missing and murdered cases. Uncover: Dead Wrong takes us through the twisting, almost unbelievable story of Glen Assoun, who spent more than 17 years in prison for the murder of Brenda Way, a crime he did not commit.

Breaking down seminal moments in Drake’s career to explore the history and evolution of hip-hop, R&B, gender dynamics, and Black culture.

Inappropriate Questions is a podcast that explores and deconstructs invasive questions often asked to different communities. Whether it’s “What are you?”, “Can you have sex?”, or “Why don’t you drink?”, the show explores what these questions imply, their social and historical contexts, and why people ask them.

Debra has been looking for her son Donald Izzett Jr. for 25 years. Host David Ridgen joins her search for justice.

The Dose is a weekly health podcast that separates fact from fiction — an essential public service in these fast moving times.

Thirteen-year-old Bryson has a rare neurodevelopmental condition. Scientists working at the cutting edge of genetics believe they know what's causing the disease—and think it could be reversed.

A queer contemporary take of the Goldilocks tale: about love, music, and breaking the cycle of abuse. Goldie escapes a chaotic childhood only to go from a partner who starves her of love to a partner who nearly drowns her in it, before learning to be just right on her own. From CBC Podcasts and Mermaid Palace. Produced by award-winning podcast creator Kaitlin Prest featuring writer/director Drew Denny.

In the '80s, Satanic cults were believed to be preying on kids, terrorizing them in dark rituals. There were horrifying allegations. Criminal trials. Lives torn apart. Yet, no solid proof. So what happened?

More with Anna Maria Tremonti takes you deep into conversation — and to some unexpected places — with high-profile guests and rising stars. Each episode will leave you feeling like you've spent an evening with smart friends who make you think differently about the world, and maybe even yourself.

Party Lines is a political primer for every kind of concerned citizen. Each episode will take you beyond the talking points and provide the insights you need to understand the upcoming federal election. Co-hosted by Rosemary Barton (The National) and Elamin Abdelmahmoud (BuzzFeed News).