This episode comes courtesy of Canadian Time Machine, produced by our friends at The Walrus Lab. 

Host Angela Misri takes you back to key anniversaries in Canadian history and shows how they shape our world today. With great stories, expert interviews, and fresh perspectives, it’ll make you rethink what you thought you knew. Check out this episode from the new season that celebrates the life and legacy of jazz legend Oscar Peterson. 

In this episode, we step back in time with the Canadian Time Machine podcast to explore the life, music, and legacy of jazz legend Oscar Peterson on what would have been his 100th birthday. Pianist Taurey Butler reflects on the profound influence Peterson has had on his own music, while Kelly Peterson, Oscar’s wife and trustee of his estate, shares personal stories and insights into the man behind the music. Featuring performances by both Oscar and Taurey, this episode celebrates a Canadian icon whose joy, artistry, and advocacy continue to inspire musicians and audiences around the world.

More episodes are available at ⁠https://lnkfi.re/canadian-time-machine⁠. To read the episode transcripts in French and English, and to learn more about historic Canadian milestones, please visit ⁠thewalrus.ca/canadianheritage⁠. There is also a French counterpart of this show called Voyages Dans L’Histoire Canadienne so if you’re bilingual and want to listen to more, visit ⁠https://lnkfi.re/Voyages-dans-lhistoire-canadienne⁠.

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