Ask Meagan Anything
Host Dave Brown and Jennie Bovard shine the spotlight on Meagan Gillmore in a special edition of “Ask Meagan Anything.” From the May 8, 2024, episode.
May 08, 2024•19 min
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Vision Health Month
May is Vision Health Month. Dr. Phil Hooper reflects on the importance of eye health awareness. From the May 8, 2024, episode.
May 08, 2024•11 min
Blind Beginnings: Life Skills Workshop
Blind Beginnings is hosting a life skills workshop in British Columbia this summer. Community Reporter Amy Amantea will tell you about it. From the May 8, 2024, episode.
May 08, 2024•22 min
Accessibility Awards Pt. 1
The Accessibility Awards recently took place in Whitby, Ontario at the Abilities Centre. Alex Smyth shares his interview with winner Luca De Montis from Canadian Blind Hockey. He also highlights his conversation with Dennis Ong from the Whitby Ringette Association. From the May 8, 2024, episode.
May 08, 2024•17 min
Protecting Yourself Online
Online scams are becoming more frequent. Cybersecurity researcher David Emm explains how to protect yourself online. From the May 8, 2024, episode.
May 08, 2024•11 min
Weekly News Quiz- May 7, 2024
In this edition of the weekly news quiz, contestants Paul Daniel, Karen Magee and Alex Smyth compete for the title! From the May 7, 2024, episode.
May 07, 2024•14 min
London Drugs Cyberattack
Last week the pharmacy chain London Drugs suffered a cyberattack. Journalist John Loeppky shares the latest on this story. From the May 7, 2024, episode.
May 07, 2024•11 min
Threat of Wild Pigs in Central Canada
Wild pigs are posing a growing threat to parts of central Canada. Lawrence Gunther explains how Canadians can help reduce the spread of wild pigs. From the May 7, 2024, episode.
May 07, 2024•13 min
In Conversation with Michael McCreary
Comedian Michael McCreary discusses his upcoming set at All Access Comedy in Halifax! From the May 7, 2024, episode.
May 07, 2024•21 min
Episode 1024: Full Show
Today on NOW with Dave Brown: Comedian Michael McCreary discusses his upcoming set at All Access Comedy in Halifax! Lawrence Gunther describes the influx of wild pigs in Central Canada. Journalist John Loeppky shares the latest news on the cyberattack that affected London Drugs in Western Canada. Plus, there is another edition of the weekly news quiz! This is the May 7, 2024, episode.
May 07, 2024•1 hr 45 min
Episode 1023: Full Show
Today on NOW with Dave Brown: a federal report about the use of the emergencies act in 2022 has been delayed. Michelle McQuigge from the Canadian Press shares this story. Major tech companies are developing robots for consumer use. How would you feel about having a robot at home? Marco Pasqua weighs in with his thoughts. Plus, Meta’s Ray-Ban Smart Glasses are affecting other brands. Could they take over the entire smart glasses market? Shaun Preece explores this issue. This is the May 6, 2024, e...
May 06, 2024•1 hr 45 min
Issues of Fatphobia
The latest episode of The Pulse explores issues of fatphobia and “thin privilege.” Host Joeita Gupta chats about the episode and shares snippets from her interview with Kate Man of Cornell University. From the May 6, 2024, episode.
May 06, 2024•13 min
Meta Smart Glasses Dominate Market
Meta’s Ray-Ban Smart Glasses are affecting other brands. Could they take over the entire smart glasses market? Shaun Preece explores this issue. From the May 6, 2024, episode.
May 06, 2024•15 min
Series Review: “Dead Boy Detectives”
Fans of DC Comics can watch a new series of “Dead Boy Detectives” on Netflix. Amy Amantea shares her review. From the May 6, 2024, episode.
May 06, 2024•16 min
Robots for Consumer Use
Major tech companies are developing robots for consumer use. How would you feel about having a robot at home? Marco Pasqua weighs in with his thoughts. From the May 6, 2024, episode.
May 06, 2024•19 min
Emergencies Act Report Delayed
A federal report about the use of the emergencies act in 2022 has been delayed. Canadian Press Weekend News Editor Michelle McQuigge shares this story. She also tells you about a B.C. man with vision loss who is giving away his expansive book collection. From the May 6, 2024, episode.
May 06, 2024•10 min
Episode 1022: Full Show
Today on NOW with Dave Brown: it’s the weekly news panel with Michelle McQuigge and Joeita Gupta. They discuss Pierre Poilievre being ejected from Parliament, train services coming to Alberta, and remote work policies for public servants. Plus, Karen McKay reflects on the 10th anniversary of the Centre for Equitable Library Access! This is the May 3, 2024, episode.
May 03, 2024•1 hr 45 min
CELA’s 10th Anniversary
The Centre for Equitable Library Access is celebrating their 10th anniversary this year! Karen McKay reflects on this special milestone. This is the May 3, 2024, episode.
May 03, 2024•13 min
Remote Work Policies
Remote work policies for federal public servants are changing. Employees will have to work from their offices at least three days a week later this year. What expectation should there be for leaders when it comes to in-person attendance? News panelists Michelle McQuigge and Joeita Gupta contemplate this question. This is the May 3, 2024, episode.
May 03, 2024•13 min
Train Service in Alberta
The Alberta government has announced a plan to increase passenger rail service within the province. How odd is it that major cities in Canada aren’t connected by rail? News panelists Michelle McQuigge and Joeita Gupta share their perspectives. This This is the May 3, 2024, episode.
May 03, 2024•15 min
Pierre Poilievre Ejected from Parliament
Things got heated in Parliament this week. Speaker Greg Fergus ejected Opposition Leader Pierre Poilievre from the house. What does this kind of political theatre accomplish? News panelists Michelle McQuigge and Joeita Gupta weigh in with their thoughts. This is the May 3, 2024, episode.
May 03, 2024•20 min
Episode 1021: Full Show
Today on NOW with Dave Brown: “All Access Comedy” is returning to Halifax in a couple of weeks! Comedian D.J. Demers previews the event! There has been a drop in full vaccination coverage for kids. Dr. Vinita Dubey explores some of the issues surrounding immunization within Ontario. Plus, a neuroscientist believes Canada needs to invest in neurochips to treat conditions like dementia. Jacob Shymanski shares this story in his preview of “Maclean’s Magazine on AMI-audio.” This is the May 2, 2024, ...
May 02, 2024•1 hr 45 min
Hot Docs Film Festival
The Hot Docs Film Festival is underway. Entertainment critic Michael McNeely shares his review of three featured documentaries: “The Ride Ahead,” “Silent Trees,” and “American Cats: The Good, the Bad, and the Cuddly.” From the May 2, 2024, episode.
May 02, 2024•15 min
Google's ‘Gemini’ AI Platform
Google’s AI platform “Gemini” is expanding their service. Marc Aflalo gives you the lowdown. From the May 2, 2024, episode.
May 02, 2024•12 min
In Conversation with D.J. Demers
Comedian D.J. Demers previews his upcoming appearance at “All Access Comedy” in Halifax. He also reflects on his evolution as a comedian writing for stand-up and television. From the May 2, 2024, episode.
May 02, 2024•17 min
Drop in Vaccination Coverage for Kids
There has been a drop in full vaccination coverage for kids in Ontario. Dr. Vinita Dubey explores some of the issues surrounding immunization within the province. From the May 2, 2024, episode.
May 02, 2024•14 min
Neurochips for Treating Conditions
A neuroscientist believes Canada needs to invest in neurochips to treat conditions like dementia. Jacob Shymanski shares this story in his preview of “Maclean’s Magazine on AMI-audio.” From the May 2, 2024, episode.
May 02, 2024•10 min
Episode 1020: Full Show
Today on NOW with Dave Brown: researchers in New Brunswick are studying the barriers of transportation and the built environment. Kaitlyn Layden and Paul Polley explain why your participation is needed. Doors Open Ontario is back! David Leonard tells you what historical sites are offered this year. Plus, B.C. wants to recriminalize drug use in public spaces. Garth Mullins from Vancouver Area Network of Drug Users reacts to the news. This is the May 1, 2024, episode.
May 01, 2024•1 hr 45 min
B.C. to Ban Drug Use in Public Spaces
British Columbia wants to recriminalize drug use in public spaces. Garth Mullins from the Vancouver Area Network of Drug Users reacts to the news. From the May 1, 2024, episode.
May 01, 2024•14 min
Accessibility Standards Study
Researchers in New Brunswick are studying the barriers of transportation and the built environment. Kaitlyn Layden and Paul Polley explain why your participation is needed. From the May 1, 2024, episode.
May 01, 2024•11 min
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