Dancing on the Edge
Overview
Set against the backdrop of 1930s London, a vibrant jazz band navigates the tumultuous social and political landscape of the era. As they rise to prominence, the musicians face both artistic challenges and personal conflicts, all while the world around them undergoes significant transformation. With captivating performances and a rich atmosphere, this drama captures the essence of a pivotal moment in history, blending music, romance, and the struggle for identity within a rapidly evolving society. The narrative intricately weaves the lives of its characters, highlighting their dreams and aspirations amidst the chaos.
Episodes
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Episode 1
Stanley Mitchell, a music journalist, forms a friendship with The Louis Lester Band as they journey from performing in a small basement jazz club to g...
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Episode 2
The Louis Lester Band is still chasing the fame they long for, relegated to performing at children's birthday parties in the Imperial Ballroom. Louis ...
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Episode 3
Louis finds himself being questioned by the police regarding what transpired the night Jessie was attacked, claiming he spotted Julian when he was sup...
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Episode 4
Following the band's performance at the funeral and Mr. Masterson's wake, the police burst in on Louis and Sarah while they're in her room. At the sta...
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Episode 5
With nowhere left to stay at the Music Express Office, Louis is taken by Stanley to a suburban apartment to dodge the ongoing manhunt. He is instructe...
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Truckload of Trouble
Trucking serves as a crucial backbone of Canada's economy, but with a growing shortage of drivers, Marketplace reveals alarming information about how ...
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Fast-food chains serving up halal food with a side of misinformation, expired certificates
A Marketplace investigation reveals that several of Canada’s top restaurants offering halal cuisine often struggle to respond to fundamental inquiri...
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Stolen in Seconds: Why aren't carmakers doing more?
Marketplace investigates some of the most frequently stolen vehicles in Canada and contrasts them with identical makes and models available in the U.K...
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Access Denied: Back on the Case
Marketplace challenges Air Canada once more, enlisting Paralympian Brock Richardson to evaluate everything from staff training and boarding processes ...
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Lousy labels on popular products
The true ginger content in Canada Dry's Ginger Ale is unveiled, as the "made from real ginger" label was removed from American cans following class ac...
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Episode 6
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A company profiting from a boy's illness
A series of Marketplace inquiries unfolds as a father discovers that his disabled son’s story is being exploited to market a fraudulent product. Thi...
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Cause for Paws: The rising cost of pet care
Marketplace uncovers the increasing trend of corporate acquisitions of veterinary clinics nationwide, shedding light on how these takeovers are contri...
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Exposing The Celebrity Sell: Home Edition.
Celebrities like Mike Holmes and ex-CFL player Graeme Bell advocate for proper renovations and custom home constructions. However, a multitude of clie...
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Sale or Fail?
Marketplace investigates sales at well-known retailers over a six-month period, uncovering misleading discounts. The report highlights that some items...
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The Changemakers: Your voice, our fight
Marketplace highlights how their investigations have prompted significant change. From eliminating hazardous items from retail shelves to influencing ...
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Turning up the Heat
Marketplace delves into the shady realm of home heating contracts, uncovering how consumers expecting savings often face unexpected challenges. Many f...
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Gaming the System
Marketplace delves into the extent of personal information users share while engaging with mobile games and tracks where that data ultimately goes. We...
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Episode 14
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The Fraud Factory
Uncovering the mechanics of a fraudulent investment scheme that exploits deceptive advertisements to swindle Canadians out of their money and dreams.
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Tba
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Investigating Dr. TikTok
This episode delves into an inquiry involving 200 of TikTok's top health videos, revealing a disturbing pattern of rampant misinformation. The investi...
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6. Deception at the Dealership
An undercover investigation at various car dealerships uncovers deceptive advertising practices among some of Canada’s top automotive brands. We exp...
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7. Canada’s Worst Commute
Marketplace dives into the traffic snarls that torment cities all over Canada in a quest to identify the nation’s worst commute. The episode exposes...
