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Microsoft Edge the best browser?

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  • What's new at the Pro Football Hall of Fame? Jeff Ryman chats about this in his lifestyle report.
  • Microsoft is claiming that Edge is now the best performing browser on Windows 10. We find out why with John Biehler of The App Show.
  • Easter Seals BC organized a flag design contest for grades 6 to 12 students in BC, focusing on creating an accessible society.
  • On the Chatty Bookshelf, Ryan Hooey highlights the first-ever Audiobook Festival being run by the French Institute of Tunisia.

2021 RevolutionHER Awards

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  • During Part 2 of the CBC Listen App Tour, Michael Feir concentrates on the live radio and on demand aspects; plus he highlights more notable shows he’s discovered.
  • Calling all women, women entrepreneurs and youth across North America! From now through May 31st, 2021, you can nominate yourself or someone else to be recognized at the 2021 RevolutionHER Awards. We learn more with Founder and CEO, Maria Locker!
  • Ottawa Community Reporter Kim Kilpatrick highlights the Braille Literacy Canada Symposium workshop.
  • Why did a sherpa climber decide to call it quits on Mt. Everest? The answer may surprise you! Jeff Ryman has more in What in the World.
  • Joining us on this week’s Roundtable is AMI Reporter in Toronto, Alex Smyth.

What is workplace burnout? How can you counter it?

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  • How can you save your voice while social distancing? Jeff Ryman explains in his health headlines.
  • On in the know, Margrett Weldon tells us what insurance is, and why it’s a good idea for people to have certain types of it.
  • Home First Winnipeg is building a living space containing 47 micro-suites to help people experiencing homelessness. Jim Krysko has the details.
  • With Friday marking the two-year anniversary of the World Health Organization recognizing workplace burnout as an occupational phenomenon, Robert Half released new Canadian data that shows the syndrome is escalating. We learn more.
  • We continue our conversation about prepping our outdoor spaces for the summer, with Independent Living Skills Specialist, Leanne Baarda.

Can pets communicate with us using human language?

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  • A study by the University of California San Diego is looking into whether our pets can learn to communicate with us using human language. Vet Danielle Jongkind gives us the scoop.
  • Our bodies are built and fueled by what we eat. What are the 5 main nutrients that provide us the fuel we need? We learn with Nutritionist Julia Karantjas.
  • There’s a new AMI investigative documentary series that steps into the paranormal world. We learn more about this with the stars of the show, Mark Joly and Laura Warren.
  • St. John’s Community Reporter Kim Thistle highlights the Iceberg Festival, celebrating the coming of spring in the north and the annual arrival of icebergs.
  • On our Parenting talk, Lucia Bellafante discusses striking a balance between being helpful to your child while still teaching them how to be independent.
  • For our Book Club, we review Loch Down Abbey, by Beth Cowan-Erskine, with the recommender of the piece, Chyvonne Emile.

How to mix the perfect Caesar

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  • National Caesar Day takes a bow in the middle of May every year in honor of the cocktail loved by Canadians. We chat more about this special day with John Vellinga, co-founder and CXO of Zirkova Vodka.
  • Apple's SignTime feature will bring users a sign language interpreter on demand. John Biehler of The App Show has the details.
  • Ottawa’s ParaTranspo has changed their booking system to make it easier for clients to book rides. Karen Magee fills us in.
  • The Chatty Bookshelf, Ryan Hooey highlights a new Audiobook that’s getting major traction, and lets us in on a recent endeavor by Audible.ca.