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The Big Five

The Big Five

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The Big Five answers the most pressing question of our time: what are the “Big 5” of any given category? Not the best 5. Not the top 5. Not anyone’s favourite 5. But objectively, the Big 5. In each episode, Donovan Woods, Tom Power, and a celebrity guest tackle new topics and debate things like: what are the Big 5 farm animals? Types of hats? Slang terms for “butt”? Ways to cook a potato? Guys named Paul? Guests in this season include Vivek Shraya, Jordan Canning, William Prince, Lindsay Ell, Elamin Abdelmahmoud and more!


And at the end of each segment, the debate is settled by a listener from across the country, who chimes in to decide once and for all, what is the Big Five.

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Episodes
  • What sound does the shrugging emoji make?

    What sound does the shrugging emoji make?
    Jun 15 2026

    Donovan Woods and Tom Power are joined by artist, author and pop star Vivek Shraya to dive into the big five road signs, natural disasters and emojis. Also featuring in-depth discussions about the meteor coming to crush Tom and Alanis Morrisette deep cuts.

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    56 mins
  • Why are dalmations so rude?

    Why are dalmations so rude?
    Jun 8 2026

    Donovan Woods and Tom Power are joined by comedian, actor and writer Pat Thornton to contest the big five things related to firefighters, slang terms for “friend” and elements on the periodic table. We also have it out about the bad boys of snooker and how watching TV can save your marriage.

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    56 mins
  • The magic of Nickelback tribute bands

    The magic of Nickelback tribute bands
    Jun 1 2026

    Donovan Woods and Tom Power are joined by singer/songwriter William Prince to settle on the big five board games, McDonald’s menu items and slang terms for “money.” We also dive into the ever quirky Filet-O-Fish, sitting court-side with the mayor and Tom’s daily ritual of six Breton crackers.

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    56 mins
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