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“How can the show be cancelled? The world needs more shows like this. This show has consistently lifted me up for the better part of the last couple decades… CBC what are you doing?!”
philozopher via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/02/24
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“Thanks for all the great shows Nora!”
traaaaxxxx via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
06/05/24
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“One of my favorite podcasts ever. It was a super informative show explaining technology in a clear and relatable way. And never in a condescending manner. Stories were always timely and presented in a fun and human way. I’ll miss Nora and producer Michelle.”
blindemboss via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
05/29/24
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“So disappointed CBC is cancelling this show. It is one of the best shows on CBC and explores one of the most important aspects of contemporary culture that affects everyone: Technology. The analysis is so needed for the average person who is not locked in to every upcoming trend, but that will...”Read full review »
Aorp01010 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
05/25/24
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“This show helps me comprehend the big wide world of tech and technology, asking meaningful questions on our role. It’s as much sociological as it is practical. I’m sad to learn it’s ending this year of 2024. Thank you Nora Young and all your brilliant guests.”
Hotpinkjude via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
05/10/24
“This is the best podcast on this platform. However, the background music has become too loud to the point that it’s hard to concentrate on the spoken word. Please fix it, Nora.
A long time subscriber.”
aradaw via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/25/24
“I’m always learning new things - and leave with a book recommendation or two. Nora Young is one of the best interviewers. Just a great show.”
markii_swiss via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
02/05/24
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“Great listen always😄”
Michael MacGillivray via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
03/27/23
“You will never ever hear anything favorable to the right on this show. Nothing on for example the cost of things to government (meaning us) the downside of single parent families, crime rate of POCs, etc. that said, what’s presented is interesting.
A couple examples.
Bias in machine learning...”Read full review »
Marcus517 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/09/23
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“Spark is CBC at it’s best, and it used to be more like this. Cracking and insightful, entertaining and well paced. Nora is one of our broadcasting treasures.”
Geoelh via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
11/27/22
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“I am used to Spark being a wonderful and engaging listen, but the first episode of this long-form look at the effects of integrated circuits was a joy from moment to moment.”
PuritySyrup via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
10/03/22
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“I just found this podcast. Its a great listen every episode. Well done !”
Orbieone via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
05/16/22
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“In 2018, I wrote : "Wide range of topics and interviewees. Pithy and relevant. I enjoy every issue of the podcast." In 2021, I still enjoy this podcast. Keep up the good work.”Read full review »
atlan54 via Apple Podcasts ·
France ·
08/19/21
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“However highly Nora Young is rated as a journalist, she’s under-rated. Smart, smooth, funny, way ahead of the pack in her exploration of social issues—what a set of gifts! And, time after time, the areas of investigation MATTER! Thanks so much, Nora! (But...I do feel nostalgic about DNTO!)”
Wintergear via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
10/18/20
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“Listening for years and love the show!”
Wetcoast2020 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
10/12/20
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“Like the podcast, host Nora Young is outstanding, incomparable, unbeatable, superb. This is a vastly interesting and informative state-of-the-art programme. Nora rocks!
With love,
A Weekly Fan, since 2009.”
jopookie via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
02/16/20
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“Always enjoy this show. But I didn’t realize how essential and overdue such an episode was until I started listening to this one. The ‘out of the box’ thinking that went into it takes the series to a new level.”
TonyinHongKong via Apple Podcasts ·
Hong Kong ·
12/01/19
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“Hello there,
this is not related to the content or the quality of this podcast, but for the CBC. I already pay for the CBC via my taxes, please remove the ads from my feeds! If you want to target customers outside of Canada, that is fine. But please not me.
Many thanks in advance!”
onzyone via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
09/25/19
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“CBC receives 2 billion plus from taxpayers, also makes its own money on top. 25 plus podcasts, with 1-2 or even 3 paid actors. These “free” podcasts have cost Canadians over 60 dollars for each man woman and child per year, or over 300 per avg family. Then gives this “free” (CDN taxpayer paid)...”Read full review »
BamBambiggalo via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
02/09/19
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“This is one of the best tech podcasts. Nora Young is very engaging and you can hear that she’s interested in the topics and the guests. I also enjoy the wide range of topics, and especially the human side of the technology.”
pigdogblue via Apple Podcasts ·
Netherlands ·
12/22/18
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“They say AI & automation will eliminate 50% of jobs - listening to Spark means you want to be on the right side if history.
I find fellow listeners are not afraid of the future but rather fascinated by it.
This one podcast had contributed SO much to my personal productivity over the years....”Read full review »
Paul Nazareth via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
05/21/18
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“I <3 Spark.This is a nice way to keep up with tech and trends in electronic media. So good to say she makes my day.”
Clarity 1955 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/22/18
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“Phantom traffic jams, integrated shopping and catfishing – these are some of the topics discussed on the two recent episodes of Spark from CBC Radio.
Spark from CBC Radio is a podcast that focuses on the impact of technology, innovation and design in our lives. The podcast airs on CBC Radio One...”Read full review »
ReviewCrit via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
01/18/18
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“Always somethinnew and interesting.”
Turbo1982 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
01/08/18
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“State media monopoly paid for by extortion. Taxation. Biased.”
Walperstyle via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
11/17/17
“Annoying just consumed 3gb data with all old shows downloading. Showed as unlistened to. Managed to cancel some. This happened with Quirks and Quarks show as well. I in unsubscribed so this does not happen again”
Lifeisadance via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
05/06/17
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“Always relevant. Well done. Love it.”
Hey,whoatemydonut via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
05/06/17
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“Nora is a great writer and the content is consistently very good.”
MaineAle via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/10/17
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“All you need to be up to date about tech and anything else”
jacksunh via Apple Podcasts ·
Brazil ·
02/06/17
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“Spark always presents some new technology, but I like its emphasis on its impact on society.”
HelpWithCS via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
12/26/16
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“Week after week Nora and her team produce high-quality radio that is both interesting and informing. I wouldn't miss an episode”Read full review »
Powderflask via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
12/18/16
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“Great production. Great host. Great guest. Seems to verge more into sociology than the nuts and bolts of tech but I'm not complaining. Keep it up!”Read full review »
B Canning via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
11/27/16
“I love this podcast. I'm sick of tech podcasts that only talk about Apple, AI, or the newest phone. This is planet money for the future, with more resolutions but plenty to think about.”Read full review »
Palthainon via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/16/16
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“I truly appreciate how this show can be so interesting and intelligent even to someone like me who isn't a tech expert! It was great getting a taste of knowledge from several experts in one show. Perfect length and highlighted info such as: we are flushing down the toilet vital data...”Read full review »
CaraF13 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/16/16
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“A great show! Important topics! Wonderful host! Intelligent, open and inviting -- not condescending.”
LDA Saskatoon via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
04/03/16
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“I can’t say that this is my favourite podcast to listen to, but there is no denying that the content covered is top-quality and thoroughly thought-provoking.”
Forcoop via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
03/18/16
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“I have been listening to this podcast since the very beginning...it must be 6 years by now no? It has remained in my short-list of must listen to podcasts. They have a small production team but they are great at finding the cutting edge tech stories and then having meaningful conversations about...”Read full review »
markefrank via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
02/10/15
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“I'm always trying out new podcasts. Most go by the wayside. But Spark is a keeper. Nora and her crew do an outstanding job of exploring a theme in an intelligent yet entertaining and understandable way. The issues they discuss are important but are presented without a lot of hype and drama. I...”Read full review »
Luciano991 via ·
08/06/14
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“they do confirm me
my biases, so great they be.
not me? may disagree.”
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05/29/14
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05/21/14
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“The topics are always bleeding edge and presented well. I always”
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03/26/14
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