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While locked up in a U.S. prison, Jesse Krimes secretly created epic works of art

Jesse Krimes is now one of the world’s most talked-about visual artists. In an interview with Tom Power, he explained how he used art not only to survive his time in prison, but to rebuild his entire life after he was released.

Sasha Mark sees their comedy as 'fine dining'

Six-part series Killjoy Comedy profiles a different comic each episode — starting with Sasha Mark. They tell Tom Power about their stand-up and what they hope this show will do for voices who have been the butt of jokes in comedy clubs for too long.

Wednesday, Feb. 15, 2023: Jesse Krimes and Sasha Mark

Today on Q with Tom Power: artist Jesse Krimes and comedian Sasha Mark

'I don't feel like a victim': Pamela Anderson isn't looking for sympathy — she's just telling her story

Over the years, Pamela Anderson’s story has seemingly been told by everyone but herself. Now, for the first time, the Canadian-born actor and model is taking back authorship of her life with a new memoir and Netflix documentary. She sat down with Q’s Tom Power to share her story in her own words.

In The F Word, 'fat' is not an insult

Theatre artists Keshia Cheesman and Bianca Miranda tell Tom Power about their new play The F word, and how they each found self acceptance and self-love.

Tuesday, Feb. 14, 2023: Pamela Anderson and more

Today on Q with Tom Power: actor and icon Pamela Anderson, playwrights Keshia Cheesman and Bianca Miranda

Succession's Matthew Macfadyen on playing the disgraced British MP who faked his own death

Matthew Macfadyen stars in Stonehouse, a new series about the disgraced British MP John Stonehouse who faked his own death. He spoke with Q's Tom Power about the show and shared a few stories from Succession.

Sugar Sammy can make you laugh dans plus d'une langue

A decade after changing the face of stand-up with his bilingual tour You're Gonna Rire, Montreal comedian Sugar Sammy is bringing his truly multicultural humour back to Canada. He shares why raising eyebrows in this hotly political time is more fun — and more important — for him than ever.

Monday, Feb. 13, 2023: Matthew Macfadyen and Sugar Sammy

Today on Q with Tom Power: actor Matthew Macfadyen and comedian Sugar Sammy

James Cameron recalls the night Titanic's cast and crew were poisoned by PCP-spiked chowder

In a Q interview about the 25th anniversary of Titanic, the Canadian director shared some behind-the-scenes stories from the film ⁠— including a chaotic night on set when dozens of the film’s cast and crew were hospitalized after being drugged with PCP.

Mary Walsh on why she fled the scene after kissing Stephen Harper

In her new short film Dad and the Fridge Box, Mary Walsh tells a story of a time when people didn't throw anything away. She tells Tom Power about recreating 1960s Newfoundland, plus the legacy of This Hour Has 22 Minutes and her early years as a comedian.

Friday, Feb. 10, 2023: James Cameron and Mary Walsh

Today on Q with Tom Power: director James Cameron and comedian Mary Walsh

M. Night Shyamalan may have a flair for horror, but he says he's just a 'silly, fun-loving guy'

After the release of The Sixth Sense nearly 25 years ago, M. Night Shyamalan earned a reputation as a director with a flair for supernatural horror. Now, he’s back with his latest film, Knock at the Cabin. He joined Q’s Tom Power for a career-spanning conversation.

This AI tool might actually help artists. Hannah Epstein brings Critbot to Q

Feedback can mean a lot to an artist, but it's not always easy to get. Hannah Epstein was on Q with Tom Power to discuss Critbot, a collaboration with Cat Bluemke and Jonathan Carroll. It analyzes artwork through artificial intelligence.

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Thursday, Feb. 9, 2023: M. Night Shyamalan and Hannah Epstein

Today on Q with Tom Power: director M. Night Shyamalan and neo-folk artist Hannah Epstein

After she 'crashed and burned,' Kristin Chenoweth took a life lesson from millennials about self-care

Kristin Chenoweth has wowed audiences in iconic Broadway musicals like Wicked and You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown. Now, she's sharing what she's learned over the years in a new book, titled I'm No Philosopher, But I Got Thoughts.

How a desert trip inspired Margo Price's new album Strays

There are few country stars who have stuck to their guns quite like Margo Price. She tells Tom about how taking mushrooms and going into the mountains helped her make her best record yet.

Wednesday, Feb. 8, 2023: Kristin Chenoweth and Margo Price

Today on Q with Tom Power: actor and singer Kristin Chenoweth, singer-songwriter Margo Price

For Anna Kendrick, making a film about a toxic relationship was therapeutic

The Pitch Perfect actor was on Q with Tom Power talking about about the power of female friendship, how 'some teen vampire thing' became Twilight and her newest film Alice, Darling.

André Alexis tries to answer a question we've all wondered: what if dogs had human consciousness?

In his award-winning novel Fifteen Dogs, André Alexis imagined what would happen if our canine friends were given human consciousness. He tells Tom about the acclaimed stage adaptation of his book, and how dogs can show us what it means to be human.

Tuesday, Feb. 7, 2023: Anna Kendrick and André Alexis

Today on Q with Tom Power: actor Anna Kendrick and writer André Alexis

Jason Segel on growing up and finding laughter amid tears

The How I Met Your Mother star tells Tom Power about watching Harrison Ford find his comedic voice on their new show, Shrinking and finding magic during life's difficult moments.

Snotty Nose Rez Kids are ready to celebrate with their new EP, I'M GOOD HBU?

The Haisla hip hop duo talk about growing up as writers, their years-long friendship, and their latest album

Monday, Feb. 6, 2023: Snotty Nose Rez Kids and Jason Segel

Today on Q with Tom Power: hip hop duo Snotty Nose Rez Kids and actor Jason Segel

Nineteen85 breaks down the making of some of Drake's biggest beats

Nineteen85 of the R&B duo Dvsn is the Grammy-winning Canadian producer behind Drake’s Hotline Bling and other massive hits. He joined Q’s Tom Power to share the stories behind some of his signature beats.

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