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Friday, October 26, 2018: Beastie Boys, Safia Nolin and more
Today on q: the Beastie Boys' Ad-Rock and Mike D, q This music panel with Lisa Christiansen and Tabassum Siddiqui, Canadian violinist Mary-Elizabeth Brown, French Canadian singer-songwriter Safia Nolin.
HBO ensures that sex scenes will never be the same — and that's a good thing
The newly created 'intimacy co-ordinator' is a stunt co-ordinator for sex scenes, says Maggie Gyllenhaal.
The Beastie Boys on the group's legacy and missing Adam Yauch
The Beastie Boys' Ad-Rock and Mike D reflect on their journey from teenage punk rockers to hip-hop pioneers, and open up about life after the passing of their friend, Adam Yauch.
'Sadness is universal': Safia Nolin on how her new album transcends the language divide
Nolin's haunting new ballads tell stories of anxiety, body shaming and unrequited love.
Do album reviews still matter? A look at Pitchfork's teardown of Greta Van Fleet
A new, young band from Michigan called Greta Van Fleet has earned one of the worst reviews in years — and the internet is reeling. The q This music panel tells you why.
3D-printed violins make their Canadian debut with the Ottawa Symphony Orchestra
Next month, the Ottawa Symphony Orchestra (OSO) is putting on its first major performance to feature 3D-printed string instruments.
Thursday, October 25, 2018: Ian Rankin, Scott Storch and more
Today on q: writer Ian Rankin, hip-hop and pop producer Scott Storch, author and poet Katherena Vermette.
How a fictional detective became a tour guide for Edinburgh
Author Ian Rankin explains how his flawed and beloved character, Inspector Rebus, has become a tour guide for the realities of gritty, complicated Edinburgh.
The rise, fall and rebirth of music producer Scott Storch
Legendary pop and hip-hop producer Scott Storch had massive hits and millions of dollars. Then he lost it all. Now he's making his comeback and sharing his story.
Katherena Vermette's new book explores Indigenous identity through sci-fi
Vermette's work explores themes of Indigenous youth and identity. But her new work, Pemmican Wars, frames these themes using an entirely different medium — a sci-fi graphic novel.
Wednesday, October 24, 2018: Roger Daltrey, Kwame Alexander and more
Today on q: Roger Daltrey of The Who, q books columnist Jael Richardson, author Sheila Heti, poet Kwame Alexander.
'I felt ostracized from that world': The Who's Roger Daltrey on the excesses of fame and growing up fast
The Who's Roger Daltrey tells the story of how he went from being a high school drop-out and part-time worker in a sheet metal factory to being one of the biggest rock stars in the world.
Kwame Alexander on the power of poetry and young people
Kwame Alexander performs some pieces from his new YA book Swing, a coming-of-age story told entirely through poetry.
Canadian author Sheila Heti on raising the 'Motherhood' question
In Heti's latest book Motherhood, the author confronts one of life's biggest questions: whether or not to create another human.
Jael Richardson's book pick: Charlotte Walsh Likes to Win by Jo Piazza
Our books columnist, Jael Richardson, discusses her recommendation: Charlotte Walsh Likes to Win by Jo Piazza
Tuesday, October 23, 2018: Jeff Goldblum, Tanya Taylor, Jason Moran and more
Today on q: actor and musician Jeff Goldblum, fashion designer Tanya Taylor, theatre critic Carly Maga, musician Jason Moran.
Jeff Goldblum on the importance of pursuing your dreams at any moment
Long before his adventures with dinosaurs, Goldblum started out as a jazz pianist.
Canadian fashion designer Tanya Taylor on why her brand is all about being inclusive
Why it's important to connect with and celebrate women who don't feel included in the world of fashion.
A new play transports audiences from Barrie to England — literally
The Curious Voyage is an immersive three-day theatre event that flies its audience between cities, from the streets of Barrie, Ont., to London, England.
Jason Moran on his need to push boundaries in his music and art
Moran has blended jazz with stand-up comedy, live painters, dance shows and even skateboarding.
Monday, October 22, 2018: Hilary Swank, Shad, and more
Today on q: actor Hilary Swank, the q Screen Panel, the origin story of auto-tune, Shad performs and talks new album.
Hilary Swank on her new film What They Had and who should get to play transgender roles
Hilary Swank looks back on her career, starting with Boys Don't Cry, and talks about her new film.
Shad returns to q with A Short Story About a War
Shad performs and talks new album
How Andy Hildebrand changed the music industry with Auto-Tune
The inventor of Auto-Tune discusses the impact of his creation
How do you revolutionize horror in 2018?
Every Monday the q Screen Panel convenes to look at big stories happening in the film and television worlds.
