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Shapiro's Daily Conversations

by Ari Shapiro

Ari Shapiro's exclusive daily interviews with media personalities across all walks of life.

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Episodes

  1. A conversation with Casey Michel

    My conversation with writer, analyst and investigative journalist Casey Michel, whose writings on global corruption, government kleptocracies, western relations and post-Soviet geopolitics have been featured on the BBC, NPR, MSNBC and countless other mainstream news sources. His editorials on...

  2. A conversation with Satin Jackets

    My conversation with critically acclaimed and avant-garde musician Tim Bernhardt aka Satin Jackets, whose mercurial creativity and refined European influence can be felt with every note, beat and melody featured in his ruggedly audacious compositions. As a crusader of the post-modern disco spirit...

  3. A baseball conversation with Jesse Goldberg-Strassler

    My latest conversation with critically-acclaimed broadcaster and author Jesse Goldberg-Strassler, who was recently named Ballpark Digest's 2019 MiLB Broadcaster of the Year. We talked about the gruesome state of the game and what cheating has meant to an entire generation of baseball fans, if the...

  4. Shapiro's Daily Show: Saturday Edition

    Shapiro's Daily Show: Saturday Edition [00:38-12:35] A conversation with Chandler Worthy of the Toronto Argonauts [12:40-31:31] Blue Jays and Maple Leafs round table with Luke Armstrong and Sam Mendelsohn On this episode: a compelling discussion about football and philanthropy with Chandler…

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  5. A conversation with Alex Seixeiro

    My latest conversation with celebrated Sportsnet anchor and radio/television host Alex Seixeiro, whose industry success, commitment to his craft and informed opinions make him a powerful conversationalist and a worthwhile authority on the subject of Toronto sports. We discussed his thoughts on…

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  6. A conversation with Sass Jordan

    My conversation with Juno-award winning singer, actress and television personality Sass Jordan, who is often referred to as Canada's Queen of Rock - and for good reason! This British-born rock singer from Montreal, Quebec is beloved on both sides of the border as a legendary Canadian musician and...

  7. A conversation with Richard Lewis

    My conversation with British eSports journalist and livestream commentator Richard Lewis, whose intrepid investigations and soothsaying work as the former host of ELeague and By The Numbers: CSGO, a weekly counter-strike: Global Offensive podcast, has made him into one of the most...

  8. A conversation with Ira Rheingold

    My conversation with consumer advocate and altruist Ira Rheingold, who is the executive director of the National Association of Consumer Advocates; a nationwide organization of more than 1500 attorneys who represent hundreds of thousands of consumers victimized by fraudulent, abusive, and…

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  9. A conversation with Gil Troy

    My conversation with celebrated writer and historian Gil Troy, who has received numerous international awards for excellence in commentary and is also a prolific author of such critically-acclaimed books as "Age of Clinton: America in the 1990's" and "The Zionist Ideas: Visions for the Jewish...

  10. A conversation with William D. Cohan

    My conversation with investigative journalist and best-selling author William D. Cohan, whose prodigious nature and intrepid literary skills have made him one of the world's foremost authorities on the true nature of Wall Street corruption and financial subterfuge. We talked about his latest book...

  11. A conversation with Stephen Witt

    My conversation with critically-acclaimed author and journalist Stephen Witt, whose book "How Music Got Free" is a brilliant narrative history of music piracy and a true story about the scientists, smugglers, and corporate suits that you never imagined were behind the scenes changing the industry...

  12. A conversation with Tom Harrington

    My conversation with nine-time Gemini nominee and Canadian journalist Tom Harrington, whose work as the host of The World This Hour on CBC Radio and with The National has made him a television and radio staple with households across the country. We talked about his storied career which began in...

  13. A conversation with Scott Cullen

    My conversation with writer and fantasy expert Scott Cullen, whose prolific work as a contributor at The Athletic and correspondent with the National Hockey League is admired by legions of fans and followers across North America. We discussed his earliest days in the business and how he crafted…

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  14. A conversation with Bif Naked

    My conversation with writer, humanitarian, actress, and Canadian rock star icon Bif Naked, whose music and philosophy has made her into a profound source of inspiration for millions of fans. With classic hits like Spaceman, I Love Myself Today, and Daddy's Getting Married, many fans of Bif (aka...

  15. Another conversation with Tao of Stieb

    My latest conversation with the inimitable writer, blogger, and baseball existentialist Tao of Stieb, whose literary prowess at Sportsnet is something to be savoured and enjoyed for those of you who appreciate the value of an honest and intelligent opinion. We discussed his recent article (18...

  16. A conversation with Shiri Bartman

    My conversation with behavior analyst and autism awareness crusader Shiri Bartman, whose work as the clinical director at the Shining Through Centre in Ontario is a testament to her passion and expertise in helping children and young adults diagnosed with the disorder. We talked about her…

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  17. A conversation with Hugh Burrill

    My conversation with veteran broadcaster and sports commentator Hugh Burrill, whose work with CityTV, Breakfast Television, and Sportsnet is enjoyed by Canadians from coast-to-coast. We discussed the surprising Montreal Canadiens and the upstart New York Islanders, how losing Tavares was a…

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  18. A conversation with Warren Kinsella

    My conversation with lawyer, author, musician, and political commentator Warren Kinsella, who writes for most of Canada's major newspapers and is widely respected for his profoundly worthwhile literary efforts like Web Of Hate: Inside Canada's Far Right network, Fury's Hour: A Punk-Rock…

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  19. A conversation with Allan Bester

    My conversation with former NHL goaltender Allan Bester, whose time with the Toronto Maple Leafs during the mid-80's made him into a genuine local favourite that was always respected for his competitive spirit and indomitable will. We talked about the daunting nature of his craft during a...

  20. A conversation with Dave Bidini

    My conversation with musician and author Dave Bidini, former frontman of Rheostatics and a genuine bon vivant whose passion for sports alongside his prodigious literary achievements have earned him the right to be called one of the best Canadians you'll ever discover. We discussed his thoughts on...

  21. A conversation with Josh Weinstein

    My conversation with freelance writer and editor Josh Weinstein, whose work with Raptors Republic and Sportsnet.ca has made him one of the foremost basketball authorities across Canada. We discussed his thoughts on how the Raptors have stayed under the radar with their innate resiliency, on the...

  22. A conversation with John Matisz

    My conversation with hockey writer John Matisz, whose fine work can be found at The Score Network where he provides national literary coverage of the sport from coast-to-coast. We talked about his early impression on this NHL season and which team has surprised him the most, how Canadian teams…

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  23. A conversation with Dom Luszczyszyn

    My conversation with freelance hockey writer Dom Luszczyszyn, whose affiliations include the CBC, The Hockey News, Hockey Graphs, and The Nation Network. He is currently writing at The Athletic while offering the masses his daily fantasy hockey projections and is a highly respected analytics…

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  24. A conversation with Mira Laurence

    My conversation with host and sportscaster Mira Laurence, whose work at Sportsnet 650 Vancouver and with the Canucks of the NHL has made her into a household name across Western Canada. We talked about how she deals with the daily grind of television and radio duties, her candid thoughts on the...

  25. A conversation with Don Landry

    My conversation with freelance columnist and sportscaster Don Landry, whose decades of work as a highly recognizable radio host and play-by-play voice has made him a truly respected veteran broadcasting force across Canada. We discussed his thoughts on the changing nature of sports journalism…

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  26. A conversation with Down Goes Brown

    My conversation with hockey author and columnist Sean McIndoe, whose work with Grantland, Sportsnet, Vice Sports, and The Athletic under the "Down Goes Brown" pseudonym has captured the affections and loyalties of countless Toronto Maple Leafs fans across North America. We talked about the…

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  27. A conversation with Katie Caldwell

    My conversation with hockey sportscaster Katie Caldwell, whose affiliations include the Nashville Predators, TSN, and Sirius XM Radio. We discussed why the game has influenced her so profoundly over the year, the state of NHL brand marketing today, why the Oilers-Devils overseas promotion was a...

  28. A conversation with Scott Wheeler

    My conversation with writer, blogger, and sports journalist Scott Wheeler, whose prolific work at The Athletic as an expert on all things Toronto Maple Leafs and Marlies is a tribute to his love and passion for the game of hockey. We talked about his thoughts on the daily social media fallout of...

  29. A conversation with Dana Bookman

    My conversation with Dana Bookman, the CEO and Founder of Toronto Girls Baseball and the Canadian Women's Baseball Association. We discussed her impressions from the Women At-Bat event hosted by She's 4 Sports earlier in the summer, on the gruesome statistics surrounding girls who abandon sports…

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  30. A conversation with Cassandra Collins

    My conversation with fitness advocate and health coordinator Cassandra Collins, whose work as an ambassador with FitSpirit is a testament to her passionate pursuit of gender diversity and the importance of girls' and women's health awareness across all sports organizations. We talked about her...

  31. A conversation with Mary Ormsby

    My conversation with veteran writer, and columnist Mary Ormsby, whose prolific work at The Toronto Star for over three decades has cemented her status as one of the most dynamic and accomplished investigative journalists for cultural, historical, and sports-related narratives across Canada. We...

  32. A conversation with Jackie Redmond

    My conversation with popular television and radio sportscaster Jackie Redmond, whose brilliant work and credibility at The Score and on Sportsnet led her south of the border where she is now a host at the NHL and MLB networks. Oh, and she's got a national podcast as well! We talked about her...

  33. A conversation with David Morassutti

    My conversation with writer, editor, and blogger David Morassutti, whose work as the site expert at Tip of the Tower and as an associate editor at Sportsnet has made him a true authority on the Toronto sports scene. He is also the proud graduate of the Centennial College School of Journalism. We...

  34. A conversation with Blake Murphy

    My conversation with Toronto Raptors writer Blake Murphy, who previously wrote for Raptors Republic, Vice, Dime Magazine, and Fangraphs before moving to The Athletic. We talked about his thoughts on the Raps off-season and how it impacted him as a sports journalist, what the worst case scenario…

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  35. A conversation with Stephen R. Burns

    My conversation with author and blogger Stephen R. Burns, who has published two critically acclaimed works of fiction (The Last Angel and City of Slaves) and is renowned for his soulful Toronto sports blogging. We discussed what inspires him to keep writing for others in an era where so few are...

  36. A conversation with Bryan Hatt

    My conversation with comedian and podcaster Bryan Hatt; one of the hottest comics in Canada and a veteran of Yuk Yuk's iconic brand. He's filmed for Comedy Now!, CTV, CBC, and performed in major cities across the country and in epic comedy festivals such as JFL42, NXNE, and alongside Harland...

  37. A conversation with Ben Reiter

    My conversation with Ben Reiter, senior writer for Sports Illustrated & SI.com since 2004 and author of Astroball: The New Way To Win It All, where he prophetically predicted in 2014 that the Houston Astros would win the World Series by 2017. We discussed what inspired him to dive deeper into the...

  38. A conversation with Maurizio Bevilacqua

    My conversation with the Honorable Maurizio Bevilacqua, the Mayor of Vaughan and member of parliament for 22 years where he holds the record for most votes ever received by a municipal candidate in Canadian political history. We talked about his thoughts on the impact of professional sports and…

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  39. A conversation with Mike Stephens

    My conversation with writer and blogger Mike Stephens, whose passionate work with The Leafs Nation, Editor in Leaf, and the FanSided network has made him into a highly respected authority on all things Toronto Maple Leafs. We discussed his initial thoughts on training camp, how far the Leafs have...

  40. A conversation with Mark Masters

    My conversation with multi-sports journalist and hockey reporter Mark Masters, whose professionalism and candor is a true reflection of his venerable academic roots and industry ambitions. We talked about his appreciation for fan value and their disposable income, if the Blue Jays can learn from...

  41. A conversation with Dave Feschuk

    My conversation with veteran journalist and Toronto Star sports columnist Dave Feschuk, whose talents and versatility are always on display with his thought-provoking articles and incredibly well-written perspectives on everything involving major professional sports, eSports, and The Olympics. We...

  42. A conversation with Luke Fox

    My conversation with staff writer and managing editor Luke Fox, whose brilliant literary efforts at Sportsnet have made him into a household name for hockey insight and expertise. He's also a member of the Professional Hockey Writers' Association with over 15 years of print and media experience…

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  43. A conversation with Kyle Bukauskas

    My conversation with rinkside host Kyle Bukauskas, whose excellent work with Hockey Night In Canada and Rogers Sportsnet has elevated his profile to new heights of industry credibility and journalistic insight. We discussed how he prepares for a new hockey season of on-ice engagements, if the...

  44. A conversation with Adam Wylde

    My conversation with radio personality and host Adam Wylde, whose passion for hockey and innate media savvy is a testament to his character and success across Canada. We talked about his thoughts on the emotional transition from a mediocre summer to a promising winter, on the level of hope in...

  45. A conversation with Ian Tulloch

    My conversation with writer, podcaster, and hockey analytics guru Ian Tulloch, whose work at The Athletic and with the OHL Mississauga Steelheads is a testament to his savvy expertise `on the game of hockey. We discussed his thoughts on the Maple Leafs window of contention, the challenge of cap...

  46. A conversation with Omar White

    My conversation with writer, blogger, and hockey savant Omar White of Pension Plan Puppets and A Winning Habit, whose affiliations with SB Nation and FanSided have further underscored his brilliant work as a foremost authority on all things Toronto Maple Leafs and Montreal Canadiens. We talked...

  47. A conversation with Jesse Goldberg-Strassler

    My conversation with author, broadcaster, and podcaster Jesse Goldberg-Strassler, who is known around industry circles as a versatile and multi-talented force; he's written and published The Baseball Thesaurus, is the radio voice of The Lansing Lugnuts, and hosts the Around The Nest Podcast. We...

  48. A conversation with Jamie Thomas

    My conversation with veteran sportscaster Jamie Thomas, whose work with the Winning Jets as both an insider and host along with his prodigious Sportsnet & TSN exposure has garnered him the admiration of countless hockey fans across North America. We talked about his thoughts on how the Jets will...

  49. A conversation with Tony Ambrogio

    My conversation with prolific broadcaster, host, reporter, and writer Tony Ambrogio, whose journalistic efforts have spanned multiple decades across the North American landscape as a fixture for multi-sports coverage and credibility. We discussed his candid take on social media today and what it...

  50. A conversation with Roger Lajoie

    My conversation with author, teacher, and hockey executive Roger Lajoie, who also happens to be one of the most popular hosts at Sportsnet the Fan 590 radio in Toronto, and has been known to have me on his show from time to time. We talked about the baseball melodrama that is the Josh Donaldson...

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Ari Shapiro's exclusive daily interviews with media personalities across all walks of life.

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