TORONTO – CBC today announced the launch of CBC Listen, its new curated audio streaming service.
“A one-stop destination, CBC Listen transports audiences into a world of sound, providing access to more than 200 free, curated CBC Music playlists featuring brand new releases from Canadian artists; CBC’s full podcast catalogue, including critically acclaimed series Someone Knows Something, Uncover, Front Burner and Love Me; and the ability to listen to CBC Radio One and CBC Music radio shows live, with select shows on-demand,” reads the press release.
“The new CBC Listen is a curated audio ecosystem with ‘Canadian’ at its very core,” said Susan Marjetti, executive director of CBC Radio and Audio, in the press release.
“Ease of use, discoverability and personalization are all key to the audience experience we are delivering with the new CBC Listen service. We’re excited to evolve with feedback from Canadians and ensure we are developing a distinct digital audio service that truly connects and reflects this country,” added Richard Kanee, executive director of digital strategy.
CBC Listen features include:
- A personalized audio experience with the ability to bookmark content for future listening and access recently played content
- The ability to cast audio to any AirPlay or Chromecast enabled device
- The ability for a user to pick up where they left off with continuous play on bookmarked and downloaded content
- A sleep timer to customize listening to the user’s schedule
- 100% free access to CBC Listen, with no fees or subscriptions required
CBC Listen is available for free as an app for iOS and Android devices and online at cbc.ca/listen
