x

75% of people globally want unbiased news (Pew Research) but are concerned they're not getting that.

Get balanced coverage with Symby. See how stories are covered across diverse outlets and spot when one side covers a story the other skips.

PODCAST

The Next Chapter with Antonio Michael Downing

Looking for your next great read? The Next Chapter’s got you covered! Book lovers join host Antonio Michael Downing to dive deep into great books. Big feelings, hot takes, enlightening conversations— you’ve never been in a book club like this before. It’s Canada’s book club, and everyone’s invited. So pull up a chair and join the conversation. New episodes every Saturday and Monday.

arts books

All Episodes

00:53:42

Ruth Reichl’s decadent adventure through 1980s Paris,...

The Next Chapter with Antonio Michael Downing ·

2024/05/18

Food writer and editor Ruth Reichl talks about her new coming-of-age novel set in France, revisiting Shelagh Rogers’s 2006 conversation with Alice Munro about her short story collection The View from Castle Rock, Will and Ian Ferguson discuss their love of writing, plus authors Elisabeth de Mariaffi and Andrew Pyper reflect on Alice Munro’s legacy.

en-ca

00:50:24

Space travel and cryogenics in The Downloaded,...

The Next Chapter with Antonio Michael Downing ·

2024/05/11

Ontario science fiction writer discusses the mind, body and cryogenics in his 25th book; Baroness Von Sketch and Schitt's Creek writer shares her first short story collection; Deepa Rajagopalan on the peafowl documentary that inspired her latest book, and more.

en-ca

00:54:13

Toxic relationships and territorial Whitehorse...

The Next Chapter with Antonio Michael Downing ·

2024/05/04

Nadine Sander-Green pulls inspiration from her time as a reporter in the Yukon in her debut novel, the ultimate tale of opposites attracts in Maritime romance The Catch, Nora Decter on the ripple effect of addiction in her latest book, Cory Doctorow explains the value of geeky friends, and more.

en-ca

00:54:13

Modern-day weirdness and worries in Last Women, the...

The Next Chapter with Antonio Michael Downing ·

2024/04/27

Vancouver author Carleigh Baker explores topics like climate anxiety in her latest short story collection; hear from the folks behind indie bookstores McNally Robinson and Inhabit Books on the popular titles in their shelves; Nova Scotia fiction writer Elaine McCluskey on her latest novel; books that feature contemporary immigrant stories with Annie Nguyen, and more.

en-ca

00:50:30

A herd of Bison in Downtown Edmonton, running from...

The Next Chapter with Antonio Michael Downing ·

2024/04/20

The true story that inspired the latest novel from Alberta author Conor Kerr; Emily Austin on odd phobias and cool space facts; Christina Cooke discusses Broughtupsy and queerness in Jamaica, and more.

en-ca

00:51:40

Celebrating the art of doing nothing with Brian...

The Next Chapter with Antonio Michael Downing ·

2024/04/13

Writer and columnist Brian Francis recommends three books to help you slow down and smell the roses, Greg Rhyno on writing his new mystery series, a glimpse at life in Yukon through the poetry collection Northerny, three mind-expanding science books, and more.

en-ca

00:49:57

Romance writer Sonya Lalli and her thriller author...

The Next Chapter with Antonio Michael Downing ·

2024/04/06

How Sonya Lalli balances writing romance and thrillers; disability advocate Dorothy Ellen Palmer talks about her scooter named Rosie; Ontario musician Jeremie Albino on battling writer's block; Myriam J. A. Chancy’s new novel reflects on Haiti’s past and present; multi-Juno winner Tom Wilson answers the Proust Questionnaire, and more.

en-ca

00:53:36

Shilpi Somaya Gowda examines a fictional immigrant...

The Next Chapter with Antonio Michael Downing ·

2024/03/30

Shilpi Somaya Gowda discusses her latest novel A Great Country; thriller author Nicole Lundrigan answers The Next Chapter’s version of the Proust Questionnaire; writer and lifelong skateboarder Cole Nowicki on his latest essay collection; an exploration of power dynamics by way of May-December romance novels, and more.

en-ca

00:50:56

A sleepy cottage town with a dark secret in Bury the...

The Next Chapter with Antonio Michael Downing ·

2024/03/22

Canadian authors Kate Hilton and Elizabeth Renzetti talk about teaming up to write their latest mystery novel, Toronto pop-punk artist Garrett Neiles on songwriting, the humorous and heartwarming tale of a Nigerian Canadian family in Pride and Joy, Talia Kliot recommends three campus novels, and more.

en-ca

00:50:21

The Meteoric rise of 'romantasy' novels, a new take...

The Next Chapter with Antonio Michael Downing ·

2024/03/16

CBC Book’s in house TikTok star Bridget Raymundo on why 'romantasy' is having its moment, B.C. writer Scott Alexander Howard talks philosophy, time travel, and grief in The Other Valley, writer and 20th century fiction fan Christine Estima shares her top picks from the genre, and more.

en-ca

00:50:35

Debut author and BookToker Sarah Mughal Rana,...

The Next Chapter with Antonio Michael Downing ·

2024/03/09

The Hope Ablaze author discusses the inspiration behind her first novel, Sheung-King explores millennial life in Hong Kong, The Next Chapter columnist Treasa Levasseur on her favourite audiobooks, plus more.

en-ca

00:54:14

Maurice Vellekoop’s new graphic memoir of...

The Next Chapter with Antonio Michael Downing ·

2024/03/02

Award-winning visual artist Maurice Vellekoop on his vividly rendered graphic memoir I’m So Glad We Had This Time Together, Steven Beattie recommend three books that explore the art of the scam, Vancouver author Tania De Rozario gets personal in her essay collection Dinner on Monster Island, the acclaimed Newfoundland novelist Donna Morrissey answers the Proust Questionnaire, and more.

en-ca

00:49:33

Relive San Francisco’s catastrophic 1906 earthquake...

The Next Chapter with Antonio Michael Downing ·

2024/02/24

Historical fiction buffs Janie Change and Kate Quinn discuss their novel The Phoenix Crown, legendary Montreal Canadiens goaltender and author Ken Dryden answers the Proust questionnaire, hockey romance writer Rachel Reid dishes on her novel Time to Shine, sportswriter extraordinaire Morgan Campbell talks about writing his debut memoir, and more.

en-ca

00:50:41

Canada Reads contenders Téa Mutonji and Kudakwashe...

The Next Chapter with Antonio Michael Downing ·

2024/02/17

Breakout actor Kudakwashe Rutendo sits down with Toronto author Téa Mutonji to discuss the Canada Reads novel Shut Up You’re Pretty; acclaimed Canadian poet and writer Canisia Lubrin on her fiction debut; Why musician and composer Beverly Glenn-Copeland loves The Nightingale; CBC Books producer Ashly July on what Spider-Man graphic novel reigns supreme, and more.

en-ca

00:51:53

Canada Reads contenders Jessica Johns and Dallas...

The Next Chapter with Antonio Michael Downing ·

2024/02/10

Former professional volleyball player and filmmaker Dallas Soonias sits down with Jessica Johns, author of the bestselling Canada Reads novel he will be championing in the upcoming March debates; Ryan B. Patrick announces his anticipated Black Canadian writers to watch list; Sheila Heti explains how she turned 10 years of diary entries into her latest book, and more.

en-ca

00:53:51

Canada Reads 2024 contenders Catherine Leroux &...

The Next Chapter with Antonio Michael Downing ·

2024/02/03

Acclaimed Montreal writer and past Canada Reads-winning author Heather O’Neill on why she chose to champion fellow Quebecer Catherine Leroux’s novel The Future in this year’s debate; why Drew Hayden Taylor is the ultimate modern day storyteller; examining abuse and gender expectations in novel The Red One by Safia Fazlul, and more.

en-ca

00:49:03

Canada Reads contenders Mirian Njoh and Carley...

The Next Chapter with Antonio Michael Downing ·

2024/01/20

Fashion influencer Mirian Njoh talks about championing author Carley Fortune’s Meet Me At The Lake during the upcoming Canada Reads debates, Matthew R. Morris discusses his poignant essay collection Black Boys Like Me, Jennilee Austria-Bonifacio on her charming novel Reuniting With Strangers, plus more.

en-ca

00:49:32

The latest from Leacock Medal for Humour winner Gary...

The Next Chapter with Antonio Michael Downing ·

2024/01/13

Ontario poet and author Gary Barwin discusses his new nonfiction Imagining Imagining, columnist Alicia Cox Thomson recommends three novels set in cold or snowy destinations, Canadian American author Vauhini Vara on her short story collection This Is Salvaged and more.

en-ca

00:50:41

Lesley Crewe shares the ingredients for her Recipe...

The Next Chapter with Antonio Michael Downing ·

2024/01/06

Bestselling author Lesley Crewe talks about how the slow pace of Cape Breton Island-inspired her latest novel, Ryan B. Patrick gets some style tips from expert columnist Brian Francis, Talia Kliot shares a few historical fiction recommendations, and more.

en-ca

00:50:48

A powerful new story collection on the Arab Canadian...

The Next Chapter with Antonio Michael Downing ·

2023/12/30

Toronto author Christine Estima celebrates the immigrant experience, Kai Thomas reflects on writing a debut novel set in the mid-19th century, columnist Max Arambulo reviews books about personal growth, and more.

en-ca

157 results

Similar Podcasts

Start The Breakthrough Full Audiobook Now, Thriller Fans!

thebookvoice.com

Get Hooked On The Life-Enhancing Full Audiobook Experience!

thebookvoice.com

西四五条

主播郑捕头

Podcast Patapoe

0d0a

On Mic Podcast

Jordan Rich