CBC Listen

CBC Listen

Stream Radio, Podcasts & Music

650 ratings
473 reviews
Free
With Ads

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • August 13, 2009
  • September 3, 2026

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Stream live CBC Radio, explore popular CBC Podcasts, and discover curated music playlists. Enjoy a vast library of Canadian content, all for free. Features include offline listening, personalized recommendations, and playback controls.

Live & On Demand CBC Radio
CBC Podcasts
CBC Music Playlists
Offline Listening
Personalized Recommendations
Playback Speed Control
CarPlay Support
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What users say

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What's New in CBC Listen

7.8.0

September 3, 2026

Bug fixes and performance improvements

User reviews

Life Changing

Listening to CBC Music has changed my life significantly for the better. The thoughtfulness put into programming, the quality of the conversation, and the range of music. I look forward to it each day. I just wish the Morning and Drive style of program lasted longer.

Annoying Ads

Great app, and correct me if I’m wrong, but it used to be ad-free. Now, in September 2026, we are hearing ads - and they are truly annoying.

Lack of nurses strike coverage

While I appreciate is a sensitive topic I found that even with 24 days of job action including strikes at a number of sites that CBC did not provide more coverage on the impacts to patients as compared to signalling out Health Authorities as the bad employers due to bullying of nurses to do work that they deemed was not a non nursing task. An podcast on what constitutes a profession and is it being downgraded by being defined by a series of tasks and who does what shifting from a wholistic approach to nursing and caring.
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Essential

Listen every day. Essential for world news. Love Saturday morning programming.

Location Bug

Defaults to Ottawa. Always. Regardless of location services or sign in status. Ugh.

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Reported Bugs

5 issues

App crashes when switching between WiFi and cellular

Bug

Playback randomly stops or skips back

Bug

Favorites and settings not saving properly

Bug

Outdated or missing content

Bug

Unreliable live stream updates

Bug

Requested Features

5 requests

Add CarPlay support

Feature

Improve podcast management and playback controls

Feature

Allow customization of playback controls (seek forward/back)

Feature

Provide more options to browse and discover content

Feature

Fix issues with live stream reliability and connectivity

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FAQ

What is CBC Listen?

CBC Listen is a free application that allows you to stream live CBC Radio, listen to a wide selection of CBC Podcasts, and explore curated music playlists from CBC Music. It provides access to both local and national CBC content, including critically acclaimed podcast series and music featuring Canadian artists.

What are the key features of CBC Listen?

Key features include live and on-demand CBC Radio, a library of new and popular CBC Podcasts, hundreds of CBC Music playlists, and personalized recommendations based on your listening history. You can also download podcasts for offline listening, set reminders, use bookmarks, control playback speed, and utilize features like a sleep timer and CarPlay support.

Is CBC Listen free to use?

Yes, CBC Listen is 100% free to use, with no fees or subscriptions required. While the app itself is free, it does contain advertisements.

What devices is CBC Listen compatible with?

CBC Listen is available on mobile devices and also has support for iPads with SplitView and SlideOver. It is also available on Mac (M series), tvOS, and visionOS, offering a consistent listening experience across various Apple platforms.

Can I listen to content offline with CBC Listen?

Yes, you can download CBC Podcasts to your device for offline listening. This feature allows you to enjoy your favorite podcast series even when you don't have an internet connection, making it convenient for commutes or travel.