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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 joins us to discuss why food production is something we need to take into consideration if we are going to mitigate climate change. From the September 1, 2020 episode.

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. From the April 9, 2019 episode.

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).

Lawrence Gunther of Blue Fish Radio shares his tips for participating in outdoor activities this summer.

What do woolly mammoths and iron man competitors have in common, neither seems to fade over time. Ms Lilly is going to tell us about a recently discovered preserved woolly mammoth found in the Yukon, and our Bucket List focus is on the August 28 2022 Iron Man competition in Ontario and one serious blind competitor. Lawrence has a few tips to share about triathlon training blind, and a reflection on the best way to cross a finish line.

Lawrence and Lilly leave Lewis behind for an exciting day of whitewater rafting on the Ottawa River. Find out the technology and tips used to raft class five rapids aboard small self-bailing rafts, followed by cliff jumping. Joining the crew for the adventure is ten-year old autistic “Tegan”.

Canada produces more garbage than any other developed country. Lawrence Gunther from Blue Fish Radio tells us what we can do to change that. From the December 19, 2017 episode.

Our environmental expert Lawrence Gunther explains why many people who live along the banks of the St. Lawrence River are watching the water levels with concern. From the January 21, 2020 episode.

In Episode 70 of Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther, Lilly gets us up to speed on human progress with detecting alien life. Lawrence speaks with Dave Brown about off-grid GPS navigation for the blind, and Lilly and Lawrence visit Montreal’s Planetarium where he asks the question, "Has anyone actually seen the Milky Way?" It’s an out-of-world experience you don’t want to miss!

Environmental contributor Lawrence Gunther describes how cities can prevent injuries to birds migrating back for the season. From the March 29, 2022 episode.

Environmental expert Lawrence Gunther explores the similarities and differences between food forests and pollinator-friendly yards. From the August 4, 2020 episode.

Environmental expert Lawrence Gunther discusses thee impact of flooding on Canadian cities. Neil Barnett from Microsoft tells us about their Autism Hiring Program which has recently expanded to Vancouver, BC. We discuss Burger King’s attempt to make a point about mental health by launching a line of boxed meals called Unhappy Meals. And, Joeita Gupta, Andy Frank and Ryan Delehanty are back at it with the weekly news quiz moderated by quizmaster Mike Ross! This is the May 7, 2019 epi...

With winter drawing close, Lawrence, Lilly and eldest sister Alexandra aren’t ready to put their hiking boots away just yet. Ms. Lilly schools Lawrence on braille trails and sensory gardens, Alberta’s Kananaskis Country is our featured bucket list destination. Lawrence and Alexandra take a hike in the Gatineau Hills with some tech in tow, and Lawrence reflects on a mountain-climbing expedition he took with his guide dog in grizzly bear country. It’s all about hiking climbing, trails...

We speak with Lawrence Gunther about his new AMI-tv project, Makings of a Guide Dog. It follows Lawrence on his quest to find the perfect dog to guide him through various outdoor activities.

We’ll get back to yesterday’s discussion with Lawrence Gunther about the effects of climate change on wildfires in Western Canada. From the September 11,  2018 episode.

Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther is pleased to have Erik Weihenmayer as our featured guest. In the first of this two-part interview, Erik shares with us the many challenges he’s experienced in his pursuit of summitting the tallest mountains in the world blind. His strategies and use of basic technologies provide valuable lessons that can be applied in most any challenging situation. So strap on your cleats and let’s learn what it takes to climb Everest one finger at a time.

Dr. Sunil Sharma tells why treating undiagnosed sleep apnea can improve the general survival rates of hospital patients. Our Ottawa colleague Karen Magee tells us that paramedics in Renfrew County are the first in Canada to be allowed to use drones to assist patients. Lawrence Gunther from Blue Fish Radio discusses the federal government’s efforts to meet its conservation goals. And we have our weekly news quiz, where brains and egos are challenged. This is the January 16, 2018 epis...

Our environmental expert Lawrence Gunther tells us about a virus that’s spreading among farmed salmon in Clayoquot Sound, British Columbia. The president of the National Federation of the Blind calls on the US Congress to ensure equal access to autonomous vehicles. Our community reporter Derek Lackey tells us why he will be riding in Winnipeg's cerebral palsy bike-a-thon. Nelson Régo from Cool Blind Tech tells us about a smart cane designed to help people safely navigate train ...