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Environmental organizations are calling on the federal government to address climate change in its measures for economic recovery. Environmental expert Lawrence Gunther tells us more. From the July 21, 2020 episode.

Environmental expert Lawrence Gunther explains how one million species could go extinct due to climate change. Community reporter Amy Amantea calls in from Vancouver to explain how disability advocates in her city pushed for the creation of universally accessible bus stops. Donna Jodhan of Barrier-Free Canada tells us about alternatives to online banking. Community Reporter Gerry Harris discusses events happening for Disability Awareness Week. Mark Aflalo of Your Tech Report explain...

On Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther Lilly reveals the benefits of keeping a reptile as a pet, and then it’s part III of our visit to Garnseys Feral Acres and a tour of their farm animal rescue. Tips and Tech covers mid-summer fishing techniques, and I reflect on catching snakes in the wild. Listen live Sundays at 3: pm Eastern over basic cable on AMI Audio, or stream episodes as a podcast. Send us your comments at Feedback@AMI.Ca and rank us on Apple Podcast.

TW: On the @AMIAudio podcast Outdoors with @LawrenceGunther we explore storms big and small, and discover that Northern Lights make sounds even when they can’t be seen. Ms Lilly also schools us on the Parker Solar Probe, and Lawrence provides tips on how to get the most out of your weather app to make sure you stay safe. Dave Brown and Lawrence explore the link between solar storms and our dependence on digital technology, and Lawrence reflects on his own close call with a recent d...

On episode 4 of outdoors with Lawrence Gunther, Ms. Lilly will be schooling us on Canadian rivers in honour of World Rivers Day! We’ll be speaking with the founder of World Rivers Day himself, Mark Angelo about Great Canadian rivers you will want to add to your own bucket list. Mark’s also going to give us some outdoor tips on picking the right paddle and canoe for the job. And, Lawrence Gunther will be sharing some campfire reflections including a few blind paddling tips of his ow...

Our environmental expert Lawrence Gunther explains how federal politicians are responding to a warning about catastrophic effects from climate change. The Oxford University Press has published a comprehensive history of disability. Dr. Michael Rembis from the University of Buffalo tells us what’s in it. We review what’s at stake in Vancouver, Winnipeg, Toronto, and more as there are several municipal elections happening across Canada. As our understanding of disability shifts, our u...

On Episode 95 of Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther, Lilly shares news about beavers on the move and the world’s largest beaver dam. Then, Lawrence speaks with Abraham Francis of the Mohawk of Akwesasne First Nations about past and current connections to the St. Lawrence River, we have tips on staying warm on the ice, and Lawrence reflects on why he enjoys snowmobiling.  Highlights: Show Open (00:00) Lilly Talks About the World’s Largest Beaver Dam (00:51) The Original Wild Beavers &am...

This episode of The AMI Audio show Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther focusses on conquering your fears of the outdoors. Ms Lilly has nine tips to share, and Tyler Merren from Revision Fitness offers strategies for building strength, endurance and flexibility. Lawrence has tips for keeping upright, and a story of his own to share on overcoming a disaster.

Episode 30 of Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther explores what it takes to be a blind ultra-trail race competitor in the 125 km 24-hour Canada Death Race. Ms Lilly describes ten of the world’s toughest trail races, and blind trail racer Richard Marsolais explains what it takes to compete. As always, we include low- and high-tech tips on trail racing, and insights on how trail running differs from marathons.

Today on NOW with Dave Brown, environmental contributor Lawrence Gunther describes the threat of aging and deteriorating dams on people living downstream. Community reporter J.R. Bjornson tells us about a goalball opportunity for youth by the Alberta Sports and Recreation Association for the Blind. Nelson Rego discusses Google's all-new version of their TalkBack screen reader for Android. And, contestants Karen Magee, Mark Phoenix and host Dave Brown compete against each other in ...

Lawrence Gunther of Blue Fish Radio discusses the federal government’s plans for reducing the country's use of plastic. Our Ottawa colleague Karen Magee reports that the Simcoe County school board has welcomed dogs into the classroom. Christian Appy, professor of history at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, reflects on the fiftieth anniversary of the Tet Offensive. And, community reporter Gerry Harris tells us about White Cane Week events in New Brunswick. This is the Ja...

Our environmental expert Lawrence Gunther shares the results of a recent UBC study on the connection between air pollution and dementia. We highlight an article about Halifax disability advocates raising awareness about invisible disabilities. Our community reporter JR Bjornson calls in from Red Deer to talk about his experience switching from a PC to a Mac. Nelson Régo from Cool Blind Tech tells us about a smart suitcase for blind travellers. And Mark Phoenix and Karen Magee join D...

On this episode of Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther, the team explores new ground-breaking research about the sounds of nature. The Outdoor Adventure has the team back in Montreal for a tour of the Gulf of St. Lawrence Biodome exhibit. The tips and tech segment covers keeping your breakfast down when you take that whale-watching cruise on your bucket list. And Lawrence reflects on more news coming out of the COP15 biodiversity meetings that recently concluded in Montreal. Listen live ...

On Episode 46 of AMI-audio’s podcast Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther, we explore the world of speed skiing with blind skiing world champion Mike May. Ms. Lilly schools us on future off-world skiing opportunities, and Mike and Lawrence discuss the strategies and tech to use to ski for speed without sight.

Our environmental expert Lawrence Gunther talks about the flooding in Quebec and eastern Ontario, and tells us when things are expected to return to normal. Plus, we discuss accessibility on VIA Rail, the Pet Valu Walk for guide dogs in Ottawa, and much more.

Six north Atlantic right whales have died in Canadian waters this year – including four in the past week. We’ll ask our environmental expert Lawrence Gunther why this is happening. From the July 2, 2019 episode.

In the first hour of NOW with Dave Brown: Michelle McQuigge of the Canadian Press discusses the B.C. port workers’ strike (17:16). Lawrence Gunther shares an update on old growth treecommunits in Fairy Creek, B.C (29:09). And community reporter Elizabeth Mohler recaps the NEADS' State of the Schools Tour (41:09).

Lawrence Gunther offers up some insight on the environmental impact of biofuel on British Columbia’s old growth forests. From the May 10, 2022, episode.

Look up, look way up to the top of Canada, and find Yukon Gold. Ms Lilly will school us on what to expect in terms of solar and lunar activity in the far north. A couple Yukon bucket list suggestions should wet your interest, and some indigenous boat building tips will make sure you make it back alive.

"Our environmental expert Lawrence Gunther explains why it’s important to protect the planet’s shrinking wilderness regions. Our accessibility consultant Donna Jodhan shares her thoughts on the CNIB’s new strategic plan. We bring you a recap of the events from around the world yesterday – the United Nations International Day of Persons with Disabilities. Our New Brunswick community reporter Gerry Harris tells us about a Blind Bowling series hosted by the Fredericton Lions. Marc...