Our environment expert Lawrence Gunther tells us that the federal government has signed a deal to make the Inuit of Labrador the guardians of part of the Northwest Passage. Our New Brunswick community reporter, Gerry Harris, tells us about two fundraising events being staged by the MIRA Atlantic Foundation – one in French, and one in English. Celine Kavanaugh of Grand Falls, New Brunswick tells us about her experience with the SHAD program, which places high school students at a uni...
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Climate protesters are blocking bridges around the world, and school staff in Ontario just avoided a strike. We’ll talk with producer Kevin Philipupillai about what makes an effective protest. Our environmental expert Lawrence Gunther takes us through a few of the scientific arguments that fuel teenage climate activist Greta Thunberg. We revisit the case of a girl in Edmonton who was removed from her dance class, and ask who should be setting the rules when it comes to participation...
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A new study shows women-owned businesses are on the rise in Canada. Dr. Wendy Cukier from the Diversity Institute breaks down those findings (13:33).
Marineland’s captive orca “Kiska” has died earlier this month. Lawrence Gunther shares more on this story (26:50).
Podcast coordinator Ryan Delehanty chats about the new episode of ‘Blind Golf Canada” and “Raising Kindness” (42:15).
Environmental contributor Lawrence Gunther discusses the ongoing issues of animal welfare at MarineLand in southern Ontario. From the September 28, 2021 episode.
Today on NOW with Dave Brown: Matthew Pearson from Carleton University shares findings from ‘Take Care,’ a new report about the trauma experienced by journalists and reporters. Environmental contributor Lawrence Gunther describes the megadrought affecting America’s Midwest and Southwestern states. Community reporter Elizabeth Mohler recaps her experience with accessibility in voting at last week’s Ontario provincial election. Nelson Rego of Cool Blind Tech explains how to add and ed...
Lawrence Gunther from Blue Fish Radio tells us about a NASA study into the origins of life on Earth. From the March 12, 2019 episode.
In this episode, we cover the gamut from animals we hate to the birds we love. Yes, rats and loons. Plus, Lilly has some interesting experiences to share as a former owner of rats as pets, Margie Manthey talks to us about her “Get the Lead Out of Fishing” campaign to protect loons and other birds, Lawrence has some tips to share on travelling internationally with your guide dog and a reflection on why we need to be open to new information about wild animals and our beliefs and actio...
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ON episode 15 of Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther, we explore what’s lighting up earth on winter solstice, a must-do Canadian bucket list winter destination, and the hottest planet friendly outdoor gift suggestions. Ms Lilly and AMI’s Dave Brown join Lawrence on this year-end special guaranteed to make you smile. Please give back to the Outdoor team by leaving a glowing review on Apple Podcast or wherever you listen to AMI original podcasts over the web so others will find out about o...
Lawrence Gunther discusses the increasing number of extreme weather incidents. Karen Magee calls in with news about an interactive theatre workshop in Morrisburg, Ontario. Our New Brunswick community reporter Gerry Harris tells us about plans for Disability Awareness Week. Our hosts discuss the relevance of the monarchy and the royal family. And Andy Frank leads our weekly news quiz. This is the May 22, 2018 episode.
Our environmental expert Lawrence Gunther takes us through a new report that warns about flooding and extreme rainfall caused by climate change. Dave highlights an article about the challenges the new touchless, physically-distant world brings for people with visual impairments. Community reporter Derek Lackey explains how small businesses and farmers markets fit into the plans to re-open the economy in Manitoba. Nelson Régo from Cool Blind Tech tells us about a guide for using the ...
Today on NOW with Dave Brown, it’s Disability Employment Month in B.C.; Parliamentary Secretary Dan Coulter will tell you all about it. Envision smart glasses have partnered with Aira to offer better orientation for users; Nelson Rego has that story. Lawrence Gunther tells us what happens to GPS technology when you end up off-grid. Are there any solutions to keep navigation going? Community reporter Elizabeth Mohler shares the details on the Canadian Council of the Blind hosting a b...
Environmental contributor Lawrence Gunther describes the effects of Russia's anti-satellite missile test that resulted in extensive debris-scattering. From the December 7, 2021 episode.
More than 15,000 scientists from around the world have put their names to a letter warning about serious dangers to humanity. Lawrence Gunther of Blue Fish Radio tells us more. From the November 21, 2017 episode.
Our environmental expert Lawrence Gunther gives us a recap of the COP25 climate conference in Madrid, and explains the difference between fighting climate change and adapting to its effects. From the December 17, 2019 episode.
Today on NOW with Dave Brown, environmental contributor Lawrence Gunther tells us why the idea of net-zero emissions is losing the support of scientists and activists. Musician Christa Couture gives us a sneak peek of her new single “To Us.” Nelson Rego of Cool Blind Tech describes Mastercard’s new and accessible credit card. Community reporter J.R. Bjornson shares details on goalball programming in Red Deer. And we have another edition of our weekly news quiz with quizmaster Corin...
Environmental expert Lawrence Gunther discusses the impact of food transport on climate change. For our Accessibility Story Roundup, we discuss how An award-winning adaptable wheelchair design by Irish designer Ciara Crawford offers a new take on accessible aircraft cabins. Community reporter Derek Lackey tells us about “Walk This Way,” an upcoming event by United Way Winnipeg. Prada and Adidas announced the second phase of their exclusive partnership, the Prada Superstar sneakers...
Our environmental expert Lawrence Gunther says Canada is clear-cutting its boreal forest, also known as The Amazon of the North. We find out why that matters. We speak with Cassandra Chiu about her new memoir, titled “A Place for Us.” She is one of the first guide dog users in Singapore. Donna Jodhan from Barrier-Free Canada talks about mobilizing support for accessibility issues in previous election campaigns. Several workers have been caught trying to poison their colleagues’ lunc...
In the first hour, Ryan Delehanty highlights a few of this month’s AMI original podcasts (11:50). Lawrence Gunther tells you about the environmental impact of artificial light pollution (22:33). And, community reporter Anna Kim tells you all about this year’s Oldstoberfest in Alberta (37:00).
On today's show, Lawrence Gunther fills us in on a recent survey shows a significant percentage of people have uncertainty around the science of and cause of climate change, Nelson Régo of Cool Blind Tech tells us about Amazon Sidewalk, a free network sharing service to use in within your neighbourhood, and Rock and roll photographer Bob Gruen reflects on the 40th Death Anniversary of musician John Lennon.