It's also a bit of a slap in the face of the elderly, who have been loyal CBC listeners. I asked my mom, “Do you listen to CBC much these days?” “Well, no. They used to have such interesting book reviews and the drama and music. No, I don't listen any more.”
I've asked several elderly people. They will not listen to podcasts at all. People in rural areas might not have broadband access, but it's great as an additive.