Comments on: Vancouver not losing network radio programming: CBC

By: Lorraine

Lorraine — Tue, 18 Mar 2008 23:40:16 +0000

WHAT? They couldn’t have someone like Kevin Sylvester move in to Sheila’s chair? That show is awesome, whoever is hosting it: I feel that the staff behind the scenes on that show must be really awesome at what they do, and it would be a shame to dismantle the show entirely.

By: Kelly

Kelly — Tue, 18 Mar 2008 18:42:59 +0000

I’m thrilled to see Rogers heading elsewhere. She is one of the most self-centered hosts on CBC. Her series of interviews she called "Shelagh on Stage" last year was the height of her narcissism. My 15-month-old could’ve come up with a better title.

I’m sad to lose all of Sounds Like Canada, though. The content has been interesting to me, a new permanent resident of Canada.

Re: the perceived dumbing-down of CBC – what I’ve liked about the CBC is its mix of intellectual and entertainment shows. CBC’s American counterpart, NPR, takes itself entirely too seriously and is absolutely inaccessible to the average listener in the U.S. Kudos to CBC for representing, entertaining, and informing everyone instead of just the elite.

By: amanda

amanda — Tue, 18 Mar 2008 00:08:55 +0000

Montreal has less and less network programming, but I don’t hear any whining about it.

By: Chris

Chris — Mon, 17 Mar 2008 16:41:11 +0000

I hate to see the consolidation of programming. CBC is for all Canadians, and we vary by region.
Western Canadians’ votes don’t count for much in the political arena, but we should count for something when it comes to public programming. Let us keep our locally produced programs. Diversity matters to me. This is not a private corporation.

By: Tawnie

Tawnie — Mon, 17 Mar 2008 14:10:41 +0000

I’m with Ian; I hope that Sounds Like Canada is replaced by a programme that will build on the CBC’s tradition of presenting quality Classical music. What I’ve loved about the CBC’s programming over the years is not only the excellent music played, but also the interesting and educational continuity that goes with it. I feel I learn something every time I tune in.

By: Luanne Ashe

Luanne Ashe — Mon, 17 Mar 2008 01:16:17 +0000

Jurgen Gothe’s program is the only reason I listen to ANY kind of radio in the afternoon. I’ve been listening to Jurgen since 1988 and adore both his voice and his listening choices.

"Q" is CRAP! Dump it instead.

By: Mary Lou

Mary Lou — Mon, 17 Mar 2008 00:11:11 +0000

Dismayed with all of this CBC deconstruction. Once again, pandering to the lowest common denominator as determined by the dumb-dumb execs that WE pay! I’m looking for alternatives. We should have a tax revolt.

By: Ian

Ian — Sun, 16 Mar 2008 20:24:09 +0000

Whatever replaces it, I hope it will be a programme dedicated to classical music, as those seem to be disappearing from the Canada-wide CBC schedule faster than two shakes of a lamb’s tail.

Ba-a-a-ad CBC!!!

By: Anita

Anita — Sun, 16 Mar 2008 16:49:53 +0000

Personally, I’m heart-broken to lose that show. I think Shelagh Rogers is one of the most amazing interviewers I’ve ever heard. Granted maybe not every segment of that show has been riveting but with Rogers at the helm I keep tuned in. I can’t imagine weekday mornings being the same. I’m very sad to lose Rogers to Radio 2.

By: Chip

Chip — Sat, 15 Mar 2008 15:36:57 +0000

Whatever replaces "Sounds like Canada", I hope the new show will be less inane.

By: Glenna

Glenna — Sat, 15 Mar 2008 14:13:21 +0000

I think you are making a big mistake, yet again, pulling a lot of the most popular programs.I think you will loose a lot of your audience – especially the baby boomers. Who by the way make up a very large part of the population.