The stories behind the storytellers. MADE/unmade brings George Stroumboulopoulos together with some of Canada’s most creative voices. From the comfort of his Toronto home, George welcomes guests into deeply personal territory they’ve rarely, if ever, explored publicly. These conversations uncover the moments that made these storytellers who they are, and shaped the stories we love.
Watch MADE/unmade on the MADE | NOUS and George’s YouTube channels, or listen on all major podcast platforms.
Comedy icon Mike Myers (Wayne’s World, Austin Powers) sits down with George Stroumboulopoulos for a candid conversation about home, grief and his anti-fascist beliefs. He reflects on growing up in Scarborough, the John Candy advice that led him to Second City, and the years he spent flying between Saturday Night Live and his father’s hospital bedside. He also opens up about the hard stretch that followed his early success, and why he’s so protective of Canada today.
George Stroumboulopoulos embarks on a cross-Canada road trip in this 60-minute documentary, uncovering the films and TV shows that helped shape our national identity. Featuring a wide range of guests including Tantoo Cardinal, Ryan Reynolds and Jay Baruchel, Stories That Made Us traces the screen moments Canadians grew up with and asks what they reveal about who we are. Premiering fall 2026 on CBC Gem.
George Stroumboulopoulos is a multifaceted storyteller, broadcaster, producer, and filmmaker with unparalleled Canadian media experience and one of North America’s most popular and respected broadcasters. Throughout his career, George has interviewed an impressive lineup of world leaders, respected thinkers, music & entertainment icons, and sports superstars. Over 10,000 conversations in 30+ years — all to share the human experience and see the good in each other.
Canada is home to award-winning television, movies and digital entertainment that have captured audiences everywhere. The MADE | NOUS campaign shines a spotlight on the achievements of Canadians who bring exceptional stories to life, and encourages audiences to discover and celebrate their work.
This campaign is the result of a collaborative effort between Canada Media Fund and Telefilm Canada.
