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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 ...

Today on NOW with Dave Brown, film reviewer Amy Amantea shares her commentary on the new miniseries “Nine Perfect Strangers" starring Nicole Kidman and Melissa McCarthy. Environmental contributor Lawrence Gunther explains how Indigenous Protected and Conserved Areas will play a role in tackling issues of climate change in Canada. Community reporter J.R. Bjornson tells us about The World’s Biggest Dinosaur, an attraction in Drumheller Alberta. And, we have another edition of our week...

African safari sure, who wouldn’t, but did you know Africa also has seven Great Lakes that account for roughly 25% of the world's surface freshwater? Ms. Lilly delivers the goods on what Africa’s Great Lakes are all about, and Dr. Ted Lawrence, CEO of the African Center for Aquatic Research and Education, reveals his African bucket list and serves up some solid tips on travelling to Africa. Lawrence’s campfire reflection looks back at his friendship with Zafania Matanga, son of a Zu...

Have you noticed your dog scratching its ear? Lawrence Gunther from Blue Fish Radio tells us how to keep our pets and ourselves safe from ticks and Lyme disease. From the May 8, 2018 episode.

Dragon boats may be over 2,500 years old, but blind and vision impaired athletes love them. ON this episode of AMI Audio’s podcast, “Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther”, it’s all about what it takes to become a competitive dragon boat paddler. Ms Lilly explores their origins, and we speak with Albert McDonald, a dragon boat coach for the Dartmouth Dragon Boat vision impaired team. Lawrence, a competitive dragon boat paddler himself, shares his tips and insights on what it takes to be a ...

February deep freezes have all of us dreaming about summer-days on the beach. Nova Scotia has some of the most beautiful beaches and coastline in Canada. On episode 18 of Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther Ms Lilly schools us on unusual sea creatures living in Canada’s oceans, we hear from Dalhousie University’s executive director of the Ocean Tracking Network about sharks and where they are turning up, and Lawrence goes out on the Atlantic to capture and tag sharks himself. And if all ...

There were 14 reported right whale deaths along Canada’s east coast this past summer. Lawrence Gunther of Blue Fish Radio tells us more about this growing problem that affects both whales and humans. Our Ottawa colleague Karen Magee tells us about an organization that offers pro bono legal services to persons with disabilities. We speak to the author of a provincial government report that says Ontarians are living longer. Dr. Joshua Tepper is the CEO of Health Quality Ontario. And, ...

Lawrence Gunther explains why many scientists believe the wildfires in the Amazon and other major events are proof that the planet has entered a new phase called "The Anthropocene".

On Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther, we start with Lilly sharing some disturbing news about an invasive venomous spider working its way up North America’s east coast. Then, Lawrence and Lilly learn about walking fish and the ability of creatures to quickly adapt to changes in their environment, Lawrence has more feedback on the all-terrain cane, and reflects on when an invasive species crosses over to become “naturalized." So put your feet up, take a break and prepare to be informed ...

If you haven’t already done so, it’s to time to chuck your gas stove. Environmental contributor Lawrence Gunther explains some of their negative impacts and why induction stoves are the way to go. From the July 5, 2022 episode.

Today on NOW with Dave Brown, environmental contributor Lawrence Gunther describes the effects of Russia's anti-satellite missile test that resulted in extensive debris-scattering. Workplace accessibility specialist Kelly Bron Johnson discusses the importance of defining accessibility in public spaces and workplaces. Community reporter J.R. Bjornson shares details on this year’s Santa’s Bus Tour in Red Deer, Alberta. And we have another edition of our weekly news quiz with quizmaste...

Lawrence Gunther of Blue Fish Radio gives us some climate change prevention resolutions for the new year. From the January 3, 2019 episode.

On this episode of Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther, we explore what gives certain animals night vision, and hear first-hand from someone who experienced violence and was then able to heal thanks to spending time in the outdoors. Lawrence has some tips for people with partial sight on how to adjust to bright or low light conditions and a reflection to share on living with low or no light in the Arctic during the winter. Find out how to make the most of the upcoming winter months, and...

This episode of Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther starts with Ms. Lilly checking up on Emperor Penguins followed by Lawrence and Dave Brown discussing hazards facing migrating birds. Lawrence has tips for selecting the right glove for the job and some advice for getting ready for winter. Of course, guide dog Lewis gets his winter needs met as well. And last, Lawrence reflects on our essential role as storytellers if we are to avoid a climate change disaster.

Environmental contributor Lawrence Gunther tells us why the idea of net-zero emissions is losing the support of scientists and activists. From the November 9, 2021, episode.

In 1986, I was one of the first ten people in Ontario to get a guide dog. Today on Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther we are talking dogs and especially guide dogs. Ms. Lilly has some fun facts about guide dogs, our bucket list recommendation includes an interview with the co-managers of the CNIB guide Dog School where they only Train Guide dogs, and I’ve got some tips on caring for your guide dog.

We ask our environmental expert Lawrence Gunther about the arrival of so-called “murder hornets” in Canada. Community reporter Derek Lackey tells us about a virtual town hall meeting about making insulin pumps more accessible. We speak with Nelson Régo from Cool Blind Tech about smart glasses that help doctors to treat patients remotely. And Karen Magee and Mark Phoenix join Dave for our weekly news quiz. This is the May 12, 2020 show.

On Episode 71 of Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther, Lilly and Lawrence speak with Dr. Lauri Marino about her work to establish a whale sanctuary in Nova Scotia. Lawrence shares tips for sea kayaking blind and reflects on our complicated relationships with animals. Listen live Sundays at 3 p.m. Eastern over basic cable on AMI-audio, or stream episodes as a podcast. Please send us your comments at Feedback@AMI.ca and rank us on Apple Podcasts.

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...