Series Review: ‘Presumed Innocent’
‘Presumed Innocent’ is a new limited series starring Jake Gyllenhaal. Entertainment Critic Amy Amantea offers her review. From the June 24, 2024, episode.
Jun 24, 2024•18 min
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Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day
Today is Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day in Quebec. Denis Boudreau reflects on the cultural significance of the holiday. From the June 24, 2024, episode.
Jun 24, 2024•20 min
Naheed Nenshi Wins Alberta NDP Leadership
Former Calgary Mayor Naheed Nenshi has been chosen to lead the Alberta NDP. Canadian Press Weekend News Editor Michelle McQuigge shares some insight. She also discusses the cancellation of Montreal’s Canada Day Parade. From the June 24, 2024, episode.
Jun 24, 2024•12 min
Episode 1050: Full Show
Today on NOW with Dave Brown: weekly news panelists Michelle McQuigge and Joeita Gupta discuss NATO Defence spending, heat wave implications, and limitations for tourist destinations. Plus, comedian Niek Theelen reviews Kevin James’ comedy special “Irregardless” on Prime Video. This is the June 21, 2024, episode.
Jun 21, 2024•1 hr 44 min
“The Squeaky Wheel: Canada”
AMI hosted a special screening of “The Squeaky Wheel: Canada.” Greg David recaps last night’s event! He also gives you the scoop on AMI’s upcoming production schedule. From the June 21, 2024, episode.
Jun 21, 2024•13 min
“Kevin James: Irregardless” Review
Kevin James has a new comedy special called “Irregardless” on Prime Video. Comedian Niek Theelen shares his review. From the June 21, 2024, episode.
Jun 21, 2024•15 min
Tourist Destinations Limiting Visitors
Juneau, Alaska wants to limit the number of visitors during peak tourism season. Where do you land on limiting tourists? New panelists Michelle McQuigge and Joeita Gupta contemplate this question. From the June 21, 2024, episode.
Jun 21, 2024•9 min
Heat Wave Implications
This past week has seen lots of heat wave implications. Advocates have been calling for accommodations, including a maximum temperature allowed in apartments. What do you think about this approach? New panelists Michelle McQuigge and Joeita Gupta weigh in with their thoughts. From the June 21, 2024, episode.
Jun 21, 2024•12 min
NATO Defence Spending
NATO Secretary General Jenz Stoltenberg is encouraging Canada to increase its military spending. What are your thoughts on their expectations? New panelists Michelle McQuigge and Joeita Gupta give their opinions. From the June 21, 2024, episode.
Jun 21, 2024•19 min
Episode 1049: Full Show
Today on NOW with Dave Brown: Canadians are rethinking drinking culture. Dawn Dickinson explores why in her preview of Maclean’s Magazine. “Inside Out 2” swept the box office this past weekend. Entertainment critic Michael McNeely reviews the film. Plus, the Smart Kitchen Summit recently took place in Seattle. Marc Aflalo recaps some of the latest gadgets to improve your kitchen. This is the June 20, 2024, episode.
Jun 20, 2024•1 hr 46 min
Film Review: “Inside Out 2”
“Inside Out 2” swept the box office this past weekend. Entertainment critic Michael McNeely reviews the film. From the June 20, 2024, episode.
Jun 20, 2024•11 min
Smart Kitchen Summit
The Smart Kitchen Summit recently took place in Seattle. Marc Aflalo recaps some of the latest gadgets to improve your kitchen. From the June 20, 2024, episode.
Jun 20, 2024•11 min
LVM's Special Halifax Broadcast
The “Low Vision Moments” Podcast hosted a live YouTube broadcast in Halifax for International Albinism Awareness Day. Jennie Bovard reflects on her experience. From the June 20, 2024, episode.
Jun 20, 2024•25 min
“Disability Tour Bus"
‘Disability Tour Bus’ is an upcoming audio play by Amy Amantea. She’ll tell you all about it! From the June 20, 2024, episode.
Jun 20, 2024•14 min
Rethinking Booze in Canada
Canadians are rethinking drinking culture. Dawn Dickinson explores why in her preview of Maclean’s Magazine. From the June 20, 2024, episode.
Jun 20, 2024•13 min
Episode 1048: Full Show
Today on NOW with Dave Brown: March of Dimes Canada recently adopted the TD accessibility adapter into their online platforms. Lesley Smith tells you all about their collaboration with TD Bank. Foreign online streaming services will soon have to pay into a Canadian media fund. Kevin Shaw shares his thoughts on the ruling. Plus, health and wellness advocate Shane Baker offers some thoughts on managing your screen time. This is the June 20, 2024, episode.
Jun 19, 2024•1 hr 36 min
Accessibility Features on Realtor.ca in N.S.
Realtor.ca in Nova Scotia will now contain information about accessibility features. What accessibility features would you look for in a home? Elizabeth Mohler and Marco Pasqua share their thoughts. From the June 20, 2024, episode.
Jun 19, 2024•22 min
CRTC Foreign Streamers Ruling
Foreign online streaming services will soon have to pay into a Canadian media fund. Kevin Shaw has followed this story closely and has thoughts on the ruling. From the June 20, 2024, episode.
Jun 19, 2024•12 min
TD Accessibility Adapter
March of Dimes Canada recently adopted the TD accessibility adapter into their online platforms. Lesley Smith tells you all about their collaboration with TD Bank. From the June 20, 2024, episode.
Jun 19, 2024•17 min
Managing Screen Time
Screen time can be draining on your wellbeing. Health and wellness advocate Shane Baker offers some thoughts on managing your screen time. From the June 20, 2024, episode.
Jun 19, 2024•15 min
Bank of Canada Lowers Interest Rates
The Bank of Canada was the first in the G7 to lower interest rates. What do you make of this news? Aaron Broverman Forbes Advisor Canada offers his perspective. From the June 20, 2024, episode.
Jun 19, 2024•10 min
Episode 1047: Full Show
Today on NOW with Dave Brown: Adam Garnet Jones from APTN tells you all about their day-long programming for National Indigenous Peoples Day! Dorothy Macnaughton reflects on the 25th anniversary of the Canadian Council of the Blind’s Sault Ste. Marie Chapter! Plus, Peter Parsons reflects on his experience with able-bodied and evolution into parasport. This is the June 19, 2024, episode.
Jun 18, 2024•1 hr 45 min
National Indigenous Peoples Day
National Indigenous Peoples Day is June 21. Adam Garnet Jones from APTN tells you all about their day-long programming and coverage! From the June 19, 2024, episode.
Jun 18, 2024•11 min
CCB’s Sault Ste. Marie Chapter’s Anniversary
The Canadian Council of the Blind’s Sault Ste. Marie Chapter is celebrating its 25th Anniversary this year! Community reporter Dorothy Macnaughton shares details about their upcoming event! She also chats about a new accessible app for bird identification developed out of Cornell’s Lab of Ornithology. From the June 19, 2024, episode.
Jun 18, 2024•12 min
Celebrating Indigenous Peoples Day
The city of Lethbridge, Alberta will be hosting a special event to celebrate Indigenous Peoples Day. Wetaskiwin community reporter Anna Kim tells you all about it. She also shares details about the Beaumont Music Festival at Four Seasons Park. From the June 19, 2024, episode.
Jun 18, 2024•21 min
Invasive Earthworms
Invasive earthworms are reshaping North American ecosystems. Lawrence Gunther explores this issue. From the June 19, 2024, episode.
Jun 18, 2024•14 min
Athletes with Disabilities in Able-bodied Sports
Many athletes with disabilities got their start in able-bodied sports. Peter Parsons reflects on his own experience and evolution into parasport. From the June 19, 2024, episode.
Jun 18, 2024•13 min
Episode 1046: Full Show
Today on NOW with Dave Brown: Shelley Petit reviews her takeaways from New Brunswick's programming for National AccessAbility Week. Jennifer Jones from Blindness Canada tells you all about their upcoming fundraiser “Move for Sight” on June 23! Plus, entertainment critic Kim Thistle shares her thoughts on “Atlas” starring Jennifer Lopez. This is the June 17, 2024, episode.
Jun 17, 2024•1 hr 45 min
“Move for Sight” Challenge
In celebration of their 50th year anniversary, Fighting Blindness Canada will be hosting the “Move for Sight” Challenge on June 23! Jennifer Jones, President and CEO tells you all about it! From the June 17, 2024, episode.
Jun 17, 2024•16 min
Accessible Navigation Tools
Tech expert Steven Scott shares a few new accessible navigation tools that caught his attention including the OKO App and the WeWalk Smart Cane 2. From the June 17, 2024, episode.
Jun 17, 2024•12 min
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