The Way It Is
Sep 01, 1967
Overview
"The Way It Is," a Sunday night one-hour show, aired from September 1967 to June 1969. Under the executive production of Ross McLean, following the success of similar CBC programs, it attracted up to 60 contributors, aiming to challenge viewers with compelling content. Hosted by John Saywell and Barbara Frum, who honed her interviewing style here, it featured Patrick Watson, Warren Davis, Percy Saltzman, Ken Lefolii, Peter Desbarats, and Moses Znaimer. Segment producers like Perry Rosemond and Peter Herrndorf worked on the show, which covered diverse topics via studio interviews, music, commentary, panels, and documentaries. While not pushing controversy, it contributed to national dialogue. Notable productions included documentaries on airline safety and Vietnam, setting a serious tone for its era. Its influence extended to later CBC shows like the fifth estate and The Journal.
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About The Way It Is
What is The Way It Is about?
"The Way It Is," a Sunday night one-hour show, aired from September 1967 to June 1969. Under the executive production of Ross McLean, following the success of similar CBC programs, it attracted up to 60 contributors, aiming to challenge viewers with compelling content. Hosted by John Saywell and Barbara Frum, who honed her interviewing style here, it featured Patrick Watson, Warren Davis, Percy…
When did The Way It Is first air?
The Way It Is premiered on September 1, 1967.
How many seasons does The Way It Is have?
The Way It Is has 3 seasons with 3 episodes.
Who is in the cast of The Way It Is?
The cast of The Way It Is includes John Saywell (Host), Barbara Frum (Co-Host), Patrick Watson (Co-Host), Warren Davis (Co-Host) and Percy Saltzman (Co-Host).