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  • Bill Gaston on “Spying on America,” Family, and the American West

    Bill Gaston on “Spying on America,” Family, and the American West
    2026/07/25
    Award-winning Canadian author Bill Gaston joins Our City Tonight to discuss his latest book, Spying on America, a thoughtful and often humorous memoir about a road trip through the American West with his two sons. In this extended conversation, Gaston reflects on family, travel, fatherhood, and the experiences that shaped the book. He also discusses his wide-ranging writing career, which has included novels, short fiction, memoirs, poetry, and plays. You can also watch the shorter television version of this interview on Our City Tonight. Find links to the show and our other channels at ourcitytonighttv.com.
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    11 分
  • When AI Makes Up the Law: Brent Hunter on Detecting Fake Legal Citations

    When AI Makes Up the Law: Brent Hunter on Detecting Fake Legal Citations
    2026/07/25
    Artificial intelligence can produce answers that sound convincing—even when the information is wrong. In the legal world, those errors can have serious consequences. Brent Hunter, Co-Founder and Chief Information Officer of BrentWorks, joins Our City Tonight to discuss CiteSentinel, an AI-powered platform designed to identify fabricated or “hallucinated” legal citations generated by AI tools. In this extended conversation, Hunter explains why AI-generated legal misinformation is a growing concern, how citation-verification technology works, and what lawyers, businesses, and the public should understand before relying on AI-generated research. This is the full-length version of the interview, with a shorter edition appearing on Our City Tonight.
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    20 分
  • 100 Things to Do in Vancouver Before You Die with Kathryn Anderson

    100 Things to Do in Vancouver Before You Die with Kathryn Anderson
    2026/07/16
    Vancouver travel journalist and author Kathryn Anderson joins Our City Tonight to discuss her guide, 100 Things to Do in Vancouver Before You Die. Kathryn talks about discovering the city beyond the familiar landmarks, choosing the experiences that made the book, and helping both residents and visitors see Vancouver from a fresh perspective. A lively conversation filled with ideas for exploring Vancouver’s neighbourhoods, culture, food, and memorable local experiences. Our City Tonight is a weekly Vancouver-based TV and media program covering arts, entertainment, food, books, music, culture, and city life.
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    13 分
  • Canadian Actress Carolina Bartczak on Hollywood, Storytelling & Success

    Canadian Actress Carolina Bartczak on Hollywood, Storytelling & Success
    2026/05/20
    Canadian actress and producer Carolina Bartczak joins us to discuss her long and diverse career in film and television, including standout roles in X-Men: Apocalypse, Painkiller, and most recently, Plan B. Known for her versatility and commanding screen presence, Bartczak reflects on the challenges and rewards of navigating the entertainment industry while balancing acting, producing, and creative growth. From major studio productions to character-driven storytelling, she shares insight into the evolving landscape of film and television and the experiences that have shaped her career. We also discuss the realities of working in both Canadian and international productions, the importance of resilience in a competitive industry, and what continues to inspire her as an artist. Whether you’re a fan of film, television, behind-the-scenes creative journeys, or compelling conversations with working actors, this episode offers an engaging look into the career of one of Canada’s accomplished screen talents. #CarolinaBartczak #XMenApocalypse #Painkiller #PlanB #CanadianActress #FilmAndTelevision #OurCityTonight
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    9 分
  • Martin Mayer on Turning Adversity Into Music | The Solo Piano Collection

    Martin Mayer on Turning Adversity Into Music | The Solo Piano Collection
    2026/05/20
    Canadian neoclassical pianist and composer Martin Mayer joins us to discuss his latest release, The Solo Piano Collection - a deeply personal body of work shaped by resilience, reflection, and artistic reinvention. After facing profound personal adversity, Mayer turned to music as both refuge and expression, transforming difficult life experiences into cinematic piano compositions that resonate with emotion and vulnerability. We also discuss his new book, the creative process behind the music, and how art can become a powerful tool for healing and renewal. This conversation explores the intersection of music, storytelling, mental endurance, and creative purpose - offering an intimate look into the mind of an artist who continues to evolve through challenge and inspiration. Whether you’re a fan of contemporary piano music, neoclassical composition, or stories of perseverance, this is an episode worth experiencing. #MartinMayer #NeoclassicalMusic #SoloPiano #PianoComposer #OurCityTonight
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    13 分
  • Sean Thomas Podcast

    Sean Thomas Podcast
    2026/05/10
    Our latest podcast episode welcomes Vancouver’s own Sean Thomas — a fast-rising singer, songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist whose career is already turning heads across the music industry. Still only 24, Sean has been creating, collaborating, and performing professionally since his mid-teens. A summa cum laude graduate of Berklee College of Music at just 20 years old, he has already worked alongside major names including Debbie Gibson, New Kids on the Block, and New Edition, with projects reaching millions of listeners worldwide. Known for his versatility across songwriting, production, recording, mixing, live performance preparation, and stage performance, Sean has built a reputation as both a gifted artist and a sought-after creative collaborator. Sean joins Our City Tonight to talk about his latest single, “Better,” sharing the story behind the music, the lessons learned from working with top industry talent, and what’s next as his career continues to gain momentum. Tune in for an engaging conversation filled with behind-the-scenes stories, music industry insights, and new music from one of Vancouver’s standout emerging artists.
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    10 分
  • Bill Pugin “Fly on the Wall”

    Bill Pugin “Fly on the Wall”
    2026/03/19
    Bill Pugin talks about In this heartfelt memoir, “Fly on the Wall”, and reflects on five decades of dedication to the Deaf community as an American Sign Language (ASL) interpreter. Pugin shares the challenges, triumphs, and lessons learned throughout his remarkable career. This inspiring book celebrates the power of communication, the importance of inclusivity, and the impact one person can have on countless lives.
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    12 分
  • nora-jane_noone Podcast

    nora-jane_noone Podcast
    2026/03/12
    Currently seen in the critically acclaimed TV show, Hidden Assets: Season 3, where she plays Detective Sergeant, Claire Wallace, Actress Nora-Jane Noone, joins Our City Tonight to chat about her long career and the honour of being ranked 47th on The Irish Times list of greatest Irish Actors of all time!
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    12 分