The Evan Solomon Show

Seasoned political journalist and national affairs specialist Evan Solomon brings his passion for breaking news and storytelling to in-depth interviews with national and international newsmakers from the worlds of politics, sports and entertainment.

Highlights

ESS: New lawsuit alleges Pornhub profits from videos posted without consent

Evan Solomon speaks with Michael Bowe, the New York lawyer who is representing dozens of women in the new lawsuit against MindGeek, the company behind Pornhub. Listen to The Evan Solomon Show podcast on the iHeart radio app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to your podcasts.
ESS: Overhyped vs. Underplayed

Scott Reid, CTV News political commentator and former communications director for Prime Minister Paul Martin, joins Evan Solomon for our weekly segment: Overhyped vs. Underplayed. Listen to The Evan Solomon Show podcast on the iHeart radio app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to your podcasts.
ESS: 'A virus on top of a virus' Humber River Hospital hit by cyberattack

Evan Solomon speaks with Barb Collins, CEO of the Humber River Hospital, about a cyberattack that is impacting patient care. Listen to The Evan Solomon Show podcast on the iHeart radio app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to your podcasts.
ESS: Jane 'Nightbirde' Marczewski opens up about her terminal cancer, music, AGT

Jane 'Nightbirde' Marczewski became an overnight sensation after her golden buzzer performance on America's Got Talent that brought the judges to tears. She sang her original song 'It's OK." She talks to Evan Solomon about her performance, the inspiration for the song, and her terminal cancer. Listen to The Evan Solomon Show podcast on the iHeart radio app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to your podcasts.
ESS: 'Totally flabbergasting' CAF second-in-command steps down after golfing with Gen. Vance

Lieutenant-General Michael Rouleau is resigning from his role as second-in-command of the Canadian Armed Forces after golfing with Gen. Vance. Evan Solomon discusses this with Leah West, an assistant professor at Carleton University who specializes in national security law and a former armoured officer, and Bob Fife, The Globe and Mail's Ottawa Bureau. Listen to The Evan Solomon Show podcast on the iHeart radio app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to your podcasts.
ESS: Calgary Mayor Naheed Nenshi on Islamophobia in Canada

Zain Velji speaks with Calgary Mayor Naheed Nenshi about Islamophobia in Canada following the attack on a Muslim family in London, Ont. which left four people dead. Listen to The Evan Solomon Show podcast on the iHeart radio app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to your podcasts.
ESS: The fast food chicken sandwich wars

Evan Solomon speaks with Rick Christie, executive editor of The Palm Beach Post in West Palm Beach, Florida. The Gannett newspaper chain is hosting a competition to determine the best fast food chicken sandwich, an item that has gained massive popularity over the years. Scott Reid, CTV News political commentator and former communications director for Prime Minister Paul Martin, shares his favourite chicken sandwich as well. Listen to The Evan Solomon Show podcast on the iHeart radio app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to your podcasts.
ESS: Overhyped vs. Underplayed

Scott Reid, CTV News political commentator and former communications director for Prime Minister Paul Martin, joins Evan Solomon for our weekly segment: Overhyped vs. Underplayed. The topics discussed today include; NHL players receiving a travel exemption and Burger King trolling Chick-fil-A. Listen to The Evan Solomon Show podcast on the iHeart radio app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to your podcasts.
ESS: Alberta dog gains worldwide attention for painting

Evan Solomon speaks with Megan Bolen, whose dog Rogan has gained worldwide attention for his paintings. Megan taught him to paint just over a year ago and his artwork has sold in several countries. All of the proceeds are donated to animal charities. If you are interested in buying one of Rogan's paintings you can find them here: https://auction.tripawds.com/. Listen to The Evan Solomon Show podcast on the iHeart radio app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to your podcasts.
ESS: Dr. Abdu Sharkawy on 'hate-motivated' attack on Muslim family in London, Ont.

Evan Solomon speaks with Dr. Abdu Sharkawy, CTV infectious diseases expert, about the "hate-motivated" attack on the Muslim family in London, Ontario. Four family members were killed and only the 9-year-old boy survived. Listen to The Evan Solomon Show podcast on the iHeart radio app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to your podcasts.