Art at the End of the World with Mark Wigmore

For the Season #2 finale of the "Art at the End of the World" Podcast, Mark Wigmore speaks to legendary singer/songwriter Gordon Lightfoot. Gordon tells the stories behind some of your favorite hits, like "Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald" and "Early Morning Rain", and takes you behind the process of his first recording of new music in decades, "Solo". Mark investigates Gordon's disciplined songwriting process, digs into his musical relationship with Rompin' Ronnie Hawkins, and finds out what the feeling is to be covered by Elvis Presley. Gordon and Mark also compare notes on how to rough it in the wild, what it means to be a Scorpio, and Gordon remembers that strange night he was interviewed on Coast to Coast AM with Art Bell! This episode is brought to you by Crow's Theatre (www.crowstheatre.com) & RedEye Media (www.redeyemedia.ca)

This week on the "Art at the End of the World" Podcast, Mark Wigmore welcomes comedian and actress Carolyn Taylor of the hit sketch comedy television show, "Baroness Von Sketch". Carolyn talks to Mark about her Montreal roots, her move to Toronto in the 90s, her early days performing and touring with The Second City and working on "This Hour Has 22 Minutes". She describes how she and her castmates (Meredith MacNeill, Aurora Browne & Jennifer Whalen) teamed up with an intention to, not only to create a network television sketch comedy program, but also start a conversation with the satire the show is so famous for. Carolyn opens up about her spiritual side that has taken her on life changing road trips across Canada and around the world. And along with the hilarious backstories to some of your favorite sketches on the show, she reveals subjects Baroness has avoided, and discusses the sketches that have helped to actually move the cultural needle. This episode is brought to you by Crow's Theatre (www.crowstheatre.com) & RedEye Media (www.redeyemedia.ca)

The New Classical FM's Mark Wigmore has repackaged, reimagined and remixed conversations he has had on-air and during the first season of the "Art at the End of the World" podcast for this special set of encore presentations on the Zoomer Podcast Network! Legendary Broadcaster, interviewer and musicologist John Donabie has a conversation with Mark about a life on the air! From his days spinning 45s in Oshawa to interviewing Ella Fitzgerald, John Lennon, The Beach Boys and James Brown on his highly rated major market programs. Music and stories that span Beatlemania & The Last Waltz, to 9-11 and the '68 Democratic convention. John shares stories about The Band, Bob Dylan, Wilson Pickett, James Brown, The Beatles, Johnny Mercer, Tony Bennett, The Beach Boys, Ronnie Hawkins, King Curtis, Fats Domino, Elvis Costello, Boz Scaggs, Muddy Waters, Levon Helm, Muscle Shoals, Jackie Wilson, BB King, and many more! This episode is brought to you by Crow's Theatre (www.crowstheatre.com) & RedEye Media (www.redeyemedia.ca)

This week on the "Art at the End of the World" Podcast, Mark Wigmore welcomes music promoter, publicist, talent incubation specialist and journalist Richard Flohil. Now 85-years-old, the fixture of the Canadian music scene reflects on his early introduction to show business as a newspaper man in the UK, his choice to move to Toronto, and his instant love of the city's wonderfully odd music scene. Richard shares personal stories covering jazz, blues, folk and rock musicians including Louis Armstrong, Muddy Waters, BB King, Bonnie Raitt, Ani Difranco, Serena Ryder, Leon Redbone & film composer John Barry! Still very active in the scene, Richard offers 3 hot Toronto music club tips for those looking for a great afternoon or evening out, explains the concept behind a new memoir, and frames the massive changes he's witnessed within the arts and entertainment business. This episode is brought to you by Crow's Theatre (www.crowstheatre.com) & RedEye Media (www.redeyemedia.ca)

The New Classical FM's Mark Wigmore has repackaged, reimagined and remixed conversations he has had on-air and during the first season of the "Art at the End of the World" podcast for this special set of encore presentations on the Zoomer Podcast Network! Drag performer Heroine (Matteo Cassano) speaks to Mark about the last 12 years working the Drag clubs & stages of Toronto, the creativity needed to build a memorable persona, and what it takes to be a successful drag queen in the modern era. She also shares thoughts on gender, sexuality, and identity and recounts several violent run-ins that prove there's a long way to go when it comes to LGBTQ safety and equality. Plus, 5 quintessential drag anthems, and a no-nonsense take on RuPaul's Drag Race. This episode is brought to you by Crow's Theatre (www.crowstheatre.com) & RedEye Media (www.redeyemedia.ca)

Mark Wigmore welcomes Ben Kowalewicz to the Classical FM studios! For the last 25 years, Ben has fronted Billy Talent, one of the most successful rock acts to call Canada home. Ben talks to Mark about how the band's work ethic and love of music have carried the group through an industry seachange. And examines a career that started with physical records and rock videos that has transformed into streaming services and surgical release strategies. He also opens up about fatherhood, takes you behind the scenes of the band's latest recordings, visual projects & tour, and talks about the difficult decision to alter the group's performing lineup. And Ben answers the question: Is rock dead within a pop world that has all but forgotten instrument-based music? This episode is brought to you by Crow's Theatre (www.crowstheatre.com) & RedEye Media (www.redeyemedia.ca)

The New Classical FM's Mark Wigmore has repackaged, reimagined and remixed conversations he has had on-air and during the first season of the "Art at the End of the World" podcast for this special set of encore presentations on the Zoomer Podcast Network! Mark speaks to artist, musician, media personality, writer and cultural agitator Sook-Yin Lee. She offers ideas about the growing pains of an arts community in flux and the goals behind her deep dive into artistic censorship in "UnSafe"; her Canadian Stage produced hybrid documentary/theatre piece that spurred on big conversations in 2019. Also, Sook-Yin reflects on complicated family life and the move from her suburban immigrant upbringing to her ramshackle teenage years on the streets of Vancouver. Plus, she recounts her time hosting DNTO on the CBC, and her breakthrough as a VJ on MuchMusic including stories about The Red Hot Chili Peppers, Radiohead, Moses Znaimer & Denise Donlan. All that, and big ideas on sex, nudity, diversity, appropriation, censorship & even reverse colonialism. This episode is brought to you by Crow's Theatre (www.crowstheatre.com) & RedEye Media (www.redeyemedia.ca)

Mark welcomes actress, author, voiceover-artist, and host of "Your All-Time Classic Hit Parade" on Vision TV and "Nocturne" on The New Classical FM, Marilyn Lightstone to the podcast. Marilyn opens up about her Montreal roots, her early days performing on theatre stages across the country, and landing starring roles in award-winning film and television projects like "In Praise of Older Women" and "Road to Avonlea". She reflects on an unusual family situation that supported her passion for the arts, and expresses why she prefers "Actress" to "Actor" as a title. And Marilyn goes behind the scenes on how she wrote her novel "Rogues and Vagabonds", shares strong feelings towards the power and use of one's voice, and offers insight into her relationship with Moses Znaimer. This episode is brought to you by Crow's Theatre (www.crowstheatre.com) & RedEye Media (www.redeyemedia.ca)

The New Classical FM's Mark Wigmore has repackaged, reimagined and remixed conversations he has had on-air and during the first season of the "Art at the End of the World" podcast for this special set of encore presentations on the Zoomer Podcast Network! The incredible DJ Skratch Bastid speaks to Mark about a life behind two turntables, his east coast roots, his most challenging DJ battles, and life on the road. He explains his Skribble Jam competitions, his Juno-nominations & his association with Red Bull's annual Thre3style DJ competition. Plus! His thoughts on The Beastie Boys, The Wu-Tang Clan, Buck 65, DJ Jazzy Jeff, Prince, David Bowie, Afiara String Quartet, Shad, and many others. This episode is brought to you by Crow's Theatre (www.crowstheatre.com) & RedEye Media (www.redeyemedia.ca)

Mark welcomes filmmaker Alan Zweig into the Classical FM studios for a meandering conversation covering his life experiences, and his award-winning documentaries including "Hurt" "Coppers" "When Jews Were Funny" & "A Hard Name". Alan looks back at fatherhood, his own father, and shares stories from his years driving a cab in Toronto. He also discusses his unorthodox approach to interviews, and thoughts on how to encourage subjects open up on camera. And Alan reveals that he's making a sequel to his cult classic, "Vinyl". This episode is brought to you by Crow's Theatre (www.crowstheatre.com) & RedEye Media (www.redeyemedia.ca)

The New Classical FM's Mark Wigmore has repackaged, reimagined and remixed conversations he has had on-air and during the first season of the "Art at the End of the World" podcast for this special set of encore presentations on the Zoomer Podcast Network! Mark sits down with 2020 Juno Award-nominee Ron Davis in his west-end Toronto home for a wide-ranging conversation covering his long career as a groundbreaking jazz, classical, world and traditional music composer, writer, teacher, and performer. Ron tracks his fascinating family history in Toronto, his various professional forays outside of music, and explains his openness to genre exploration while reflecting on how the world around him influences his compositions. Plus, a deep dive into his thesis on Chronosemantics! This episode is brought to you by Crow's Theatre (www.crowstheatre.com) & RedEye Media (www.redeyemedia.ca)

Mark visits Soulpepper Theatre Company for a fascinating conversation with Artistic Director, Weyni Mengesha. Weyni shares her stories of her Royal Ethiopian history, her early exposure to racism and bullying growing up in Vancouver and Scarborough, and what compelled her early on to give voice to those who were not being heard. She also offers insight into the creation of "Da Kink in My Hair" and "Kim's Convenience", two productions that would cement her status as a director to watch. And Weyni previews her first full season of programming while recounting the decisions that went into returning to Soulpepper Theatre as Artistic Director during a tumultuous and uncertain time for the long-running organization. This episode is brought to you by Crow's Theatre (www.crowstheatre.com) & RedEye Media (www.redeyemedia.ca)

The New Classical FM's Mark Wigmore has repackaged, reimagined and remixed conversations he has had on-air and during the first season of the "Art at the End of the World" podcast for this special set of encore presentations on the Zoomer Podcast Network! Legendary Toronto-born film composer Howard Shore reflects on a life in music. From his early days in Toronto at the Royal Conservatory of Music and eventually helping to found the rock/jazz act "Lighthouse", to his years as music director on Saturday Night Live in New York. Plus, he shares stories about his film collaborations with Martin Scorsese, David Cronenberg, Peter Jackson, and Fran

Mark sits down with world-renowned filmmaker and producer Robert Lantos at his Serendipity Studios in midtown Toronto for a conversation about his five decades working within the world of cinema. Robert speaks to Mark about his award-winning film career that boasts over 40 features, including his Oscar and Golden Globe nominated collaborations with Atom Egoyan and David Cronenberg. He shares personal stories from a challenging childhood that saw him move from Hungary to Uruguay to Montreal, dealing with language barriers, and being forced to learn how to fist fight. And he recounts his wild experiences and sobering lessons finding his way into film distribution, production, and helping to create one of the most successful Canadian film and television companies to date. His latest film is "The Song of Names" and Robert speaks to his collaboration with director Fran

Mark Wigmore has repackaged, reimagined and remixed the first season of Art at the End of the World episodes for this special set of encore presentations on the Zoomer Podcast Network! Toronto International Film Festival Artistic Director and Co-Head Cameron Bailey speaks to Mark about his early years discovering the movies, his first job as a film critic, and his foray into screenwriting. Cameron also reflects on his early years with TIFF, and his travels around the world to bring the best of cinema to Toronto. Plus, his thoughts on new distribution options, the changing star system, the role of producers, Netflix, social media, and why he's optimistic about the future of film. During part two of the episode, Cameron shares the three films that have had the most profound effect on him, offers his thoughts following the 2019 Festival, and speaks to the power of Martin Scorsese. This episode is brought to you by Crow's Theatre (www.crowstheatre.com) & RedEye Media (www.redeyemedia.ca)

Over a year in the making, Mark Wigmore finally sits down with Crow's Theatre Artistic and General Director, Chris Abraham in the Crow's Theatre green room at the Carlaw and Dundas East Toronto location. Chris talks to Mark about the urgently contemporary version of Shakespeare's Julius Caesar that he is currently directing at Crow's Theatre, and shares his feelings on the power of theatre to open minds and push the political needle. Plus, they cover Chris's many years working within the Toronto theatre scene, his early days as a theatre kid in Markham before his deep commitment to becoming a director and performer, eventually winning The Siminovitch Prize. And Chris offers his ideas on Crow's Theatre's growth over the last decade, and what he believes makes a healthy theatre community. This episode is brought to you by Crow's Theatre (www.crowstheatre.com) & RedEye Media (www.redeyemedia.ca)

Mark Wigmore has repackaged, reimagined and remixed the first season of Art at the End of the World episodes for this special set of encore presentations! Theatre, film & television actress Karen Robinson talks to Mark about growing up in Jamaica, learning the craft after her move to Alberta, and thriving with institutions like Canadian Stage, Soulpepper, The Stratford Festival. Karen also reflects on who tells stories and how we tell them on stage and screen. Plus, plenty of chat about her portrayal of "Ronnie" alongside co-stars Eugene & Dan Levy and Catherine O'Hara on the television phenomenon, Schitt's Creek! This episode is brought to you by Crow's Theatre (www.crowstheatre.com) & RedEye Media (www.redeyemedia.ca)

Mark Wigmore returns as host of the "Art at the End of the World". It's the second season for the podcast, but the first distributed and supported by The New Classical FM and The Zoomer Podcast Network! To celebrate, Mark welcomes one of the most talked about names within the world of neoclassical music. Pianist and composer, Alexandra Str

In 2019, veteran broadcaster and arts journalist Mark Wigmore debuted the first season of his new podcast, Art at the End of the World. The interview-based program features artists, entertainers, and innovators speaking to their life experience and craft while reflecting on what it is to make and curate art within the difficulty surrounding the current political, ecological and cultural climate. Season One welcomed comedian Chris Locke, world-conquering DJ Skratch Bastid, TIFF Co-head Cameron Bailey, theatre maven Britta Johnson, broadcast legend John Donabie, actress Karen Robinson, provocateur Sook-Yin Lee, and classical/jazz/world pianist & composer Ron Davis, among others. Season 2 will welcome neo-classical phenomenon Alexandra Streliski, Theatre groundbreakers Chris Abraham & Weyni Mengesha, documentarian Alan Zweig, and many more. Get to know the artists and thinkers helping to shape culture, and find out how they create and reflect, here at the end.