Rick Beato is a musical and internet phenomenon. On this episode of The Gould Standard, host Brian Levine sits down with... more

Dr. Ahmad Sarmast, founder of the Afghanistan National Institute of Music (ANIM), Afghanistan’s first modern music academy, established in 2010... more

The inimitable Stephen Fry joins us for a warm and witty conversation, sharing stories from his rich and varied career,... more

For your *continued* pleasure: a second, special bonus episode. The response of our audience has been overwhelmingly enthusiastic about the... more

For your pleasure: a special bonus episode. The response of our audience has been overwhelmingly enthusiastic about the world premiere... more

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to have received one of the legendary nocturnal phone calls from... more

The Gould Standard welcomes Robert Lepage, the 10th Laureate of the Glenn Gould Prize, for a provocative and illuminating dialogue... more

This episode of The Gould Standard delves into the personal and artistic relationships between Glenn Gould, Cornelia Foss, and her... more

In a compelling episode of the Gould Standard podcast, listeners are treated to an intimate conversation with American painter Cornelia... more

David (Trent) Jaeger embodies a spirit of limitless adventure and versatility in the musical world, excelling as a composer, producer,... more

In this second part of his extended conversation with Brian Levine, acclaimed Icelandic pianist, Víkingur Ólafsson, discusses a variety of... more

Víkingur Ólafsson, Iceland's superstar pianist, engages in captivating dialogue in Part One of his interview on the Gould Standard. From... more

In this special episode of The Gould Standard, Katie Hafner, an accomplished author and journalist renowned for her works like... more

In the second segment of this exclusive podcast interview, we continue to explore the remarkable life and achievements of the... more

Beloved for her enthralling narrative flair, impeccable vocal mastery, and passion for traversing an extensive spectrum of musical genres, Cécile... more

In the second instalment of The Gould Standard’s sweeping conversation with the best-selling author Neil Gaiman, we venture deeper into... more

Beloved author Neil Gaiman has earned an avid following the world over. Celebrated for his iconic works such as... more

From his humble beginnings in Chennai, India, to becoming an international sensation, legendary musician AR Rahman shares his life story... more

A.R. Rahman’s early life, marked by personal loss and perseverance, served as a catalyst for his musical genius and set... more

The Gould Standard welcomes back acclaimed pianist James Rhodes to once again share his profound insights on music and life.... more

Vraidden von Strykenbach is a self-taught composer and pianist, and a good friend of The Glenn Gould Foundation. His grandfather... more

Legendary musician Loreena McKennitt sat down with The Gould Standard to recount the journey for her illustrious career that has taken... more

Best-selling novelist Charles Palliser is best known for his debut novel, The Quincunx, a vast mystery set in Regency England... more

Award-winning science fiction writer, blogger and activist Cory Doctorow rallies the creative class against an ever-expanding industry of monopolies and... more

This month we talk to acclaimed children’s author Sarah Ellis and Illustrator Nancy Vo, who made the life story of... more

Legendary trumpeter, composer and educator Wynton Marsalis takes us on a journey through his early life and formative influences. He... more

The outstanding Canadian stage and film actor Colm Feore is among the most accomplished Shakespearean performers of our time, but... more

Kevin Bazzana is the world’s leading authority on Glenn Gould, and one of the most perceptive, wry and interesting commentators... more

Glenn Gould was propelled to stardom by his 1955 recording of Bach’s Goldberg Variations. After a lifetime of study and... more

Join us for an inside look at the making of a Canadian film classic, Thirty-Two Short Films About Glenn Gould,... more

New from Tapestry Opera, Gould’s Wall is a contemporary opera from Canadian composer Brian Current. This audacious work invokes Glenn... more

In a special encore presentation, we’re highlighting one of our most popular episodes with Laurie Anderson and Bob Ezrin, originally... more

In the annals of world cinema, a select group of artists—the composers of film music—have earned a special place of... more

Jordi Savall is the greatest living specialist in Early Music. As a conductor, composer, and viola de gamba player, he... more

In Part II of our conversation with pianist and YouTube sensation Nahre Sol, we explore how she creates her hugely... more

Nahre Sol is a real pathfinder. A classically trained pianist, she has swapped the concert stage for a very different... more

Academy Award-winning director of ground-breaking documentaries such as Roger and Me and Fahrenheit 9/11, Michael Moore joins us for a... more

TGS025: Patricia Ward Kelly - On Gene Kelly’s Dance Revolutions Gene Kelly remains one of the most beloved and iconic stars... more

In a career studded with dramatic and directorial milestones, Sir Kenneth Branagh has scored an artistic triumph with his most... more

Kat von D, by any measure, is one-of-a-kind. One of the world’s most celebrated tattoo artists, Kat defies the idea... more

Today Canada marks the first National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. As we reflect on the painful history and ongoing... more

Alanis Obomsawin is the laureate of the 13th Glenn Gould Prize. She is also a transformative artist, often hailed as... more

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If the mark of a great actor is the ability to transform herself completely, then Tatiana Maslany is one of... more

Has technology ushered in a Brave New World of creativity, connectedness and individual empowerment — or has it created an... more

Austin-based singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Mobley describes his style as “post-genre,” an evocative mix of pop, soul, rock with inventive touches... more

Ai Weiwei is a unique presence in the world of visual art – equal parts avant-garde icon, activist and moral... more

If there is such a thing as a superstar in the world of contemporary classical music, soprano and conductor Barbara... more

In Part II of our conversation with Viggo Mortensen, we delve into this protean artist’s multidimensional engagements following his landmark... more

Viggo Mortensen is a kaleidoscopically talented artist whose work spans a vast range of creative media from acting, directing, music,... more

Sondra Radvanovsky is one of the great dramatic sopranos of our time, a singing actress who has thrilled audiences around... more

Hilary Hahn is one of the most beloved violinists in the world, an artist whose musicianship, passion and brilliance has... more

Philippe Starck is a force of nature in the world of creativity. He pioneered the concept of Democratic Design –... more

Two of the most transformative musical forces of our time—Laurie Anderson and super-producer Bob Ezrin—sit down for a talk with... more

John Ralston Saul is one of the world’s most provocative, insightful and prescient thinkers, and he has thought deeply about... more

Harry Gregson-Williams is one of today’s most exciting and versatile film composers. He is noted for his unforgettable scores for... more

If the mark of a great actor is the ability to transform herself completely, then Tatiana Maslany is one of... more

Ever wonder what makes a Musical Genius tick? Or how “Super Producers” keep churning out hits?  Well, Chilly Gonzales, with tongue (partly)... more

In the latest instalment of The Gould Standard, we welcome our friend Nyla Innuksuk, revolutionary Inuk filmmaker and VR content... more

Has technology ushered in a Brave New World of creativity, connectedness and individual empowerment — or has it created an... more