Antonio Michael Downing: podcast appearances and interviews

Antonio Michael Downing is a Trinidadian-Canadian writer, musician, and broadcaster. He is best known for hosting CBC Radio One's weekly literary talk show The Next Chapter since 2024. Born in Trinidad and Tobago, Downing was initially raised by his grandmother after his parents were unable to care for him and his brother. Following his grandmother's death, he moved to Sioux Lookout, Ontario, to live with his aunt. During this time, he was part of a community where his family was among the few Black Canadian families in the town, which was predominantly white or Indigenous. His aunt worked as a social worker in Indigenous communities in the region, and as a result, Downing frequently lived with billeted Indigenous students. His experiences in these diverse environments have informed his perspective as a writer and broadcaster.