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Does living near a major road increase your chances of developing dementia? Our environmental expert Lawrence Gunther shares the results of a recent UBC study on the effects of air pollution. From the March 3, 2020 show.

On the first hour of NOW with Dave Brown: Dr. Larissa Moniz from Fighting Blindness Canada shares some of their latest research and upcoming events (16:13). Lawrence Gunther discusses heat pumps as a source for clean heating technology (25:35)m. And Elizabeth Mohler explains the benefits of OpenAI’s chatbot, ChatGPT (39:50).

The latest AMI Audio podcast episode of “Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther” starts with news about migrating birds and their attraction to cities. We then conclude our conversation with Sendero Group founder and Good Maps expert Mike May about his experience with sight restoration choices and challenges, and the evolution of blind orientation technologies. Blind or sighted, you choose.

From electric cars to sustainable building designs, we are adopting many new environmentally-conscious developments. What does this mean for our environmental footprint? Lawrence Gunther, professional angler and the host of Blue Fish Radio, discusses the recent banning of microbeads in beauty products. He also previews his new documentary “What Lies Below.” This is the January 23, 2018 episode.

We’ll speak with organizer Sarah Blahovec about the Elevate Campaign Training Program, which is training people with disabilities to run for office in the next US election. How safe are the major sunscreen brands? We speak with our environmental expert, Lawrence Gunther. Donna Jodhan from Barrier-Free Canada gives us a recap of a recent town hall conducted by Elections Canada. Community reporter Gerry Harris calls in from New Brunswick with news about the 19th annual Atlantic Nation...

On this episode of Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther, Lilly explores the allure of paddle sports and how to stay safe, and we kick off a three-part series featuring our visit to Garnsey's Feral Acres and their over 75 farm animal rescues. Also, Lawrence has tips to share about paddling blind and reflects on staying safe on water during extreme weather events. Listen live on Sundays at 3 p.m. Eastern over basic cable on AMI-audio, or stream episodes as a podcast. Send us your comments ...

Today on NOW with Dave Brown: David Lepofsky from the AODA Alliance discusses some disability-related issues present in the lead up to Ontario’s upcoming election. Lawrence Gunther offers up some insight on the environmental impact of biofuel on British Columbia’s old growth forests. And community reporter Elizabeth Mohler gives you details about this year’s Cycle for Sight event in Toronto. This is the May 10, 2022, 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.

Our environmental expert Lawrence Gunther explains how federal politicians are responding to a warning about catastrophic effects from climate change. From the October 23, 2018 episode.

On Episode 96 of Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther, Lilly tells us why baby sharks are cute. Then, Lawrence speaks with Jeff Butler, an electric boat expert and editor of the Plugboats newsletter, offers five tips on buying a boat, and reflects on driving boats blind.  Highlights: Show Open (00:00) Lilly on Why Baby Sharks Are Cute (00:34) Jeff Butler Interview on Boats (05:21) 5 Tips on Finding the Right Boat (20:34) Reflections on Boating Blind (25:29) Show Close (27:46) Guest Bio ...

Parts of the prairies are facing an increase in destructive wild pigs. Environmental contributor Lawrence Gunther gives you insight into the matter. From the June 21, 2022 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.

Lawrence Gunther tells us about the decline in the population of killer whales along Vancouver Island’s south coast. Karen Magee tells us about an art exhibition at Carleton University, called Disruptions: Dialogues on Disability Art. Gerry Harris calls in from Saint John, New Brunswick with news about a reception to celebrate the CNIB’s centennial. And, tech expert Marc Aflalo explains what Bitcoin is and why it matters. This is the February 27, 2018 episode.

Lawrence Gunther from Blue Fish Radio tells us about efforts to preserve biodiversity in freshwater systems around the world. We highlight a statement from Human Rights Watch about the need to protect the rights of people with disabilities when responding to the pandemic. Our community reporter JR Bjornson calls in from Red Deer to explain how he’s coping with the changes brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic. Nelson Régo from Cool Blind Tech explains how the voice assistants Siri and...

On Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther this week, we look at five Indigenous gift suggestions with Ms. Lilly. We also get an update on Ryan’s Iron Man results, Ryan shares tips on fitness apps and using his infinity pool as someone without sight and Lawrence offers some reflections on winter camping on ice.

On episode 43 of the AMI Audio podcast “Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther” we explore SCUBA for blind and low vision divers with Hubert Chretien, executive director of Freedom at Depth. Ms. Lilly shares the details of a number of notable shipwrecks that have occurred over the past 300 years on the St. Lawrence River. Lawrence and Hubert discuss tips and tech used by vision impaired SCUBA divers and their sighted dive partners, and Lawrence reflects on some of the professional blind SCU...

Michelle McQuigge of the Canadian Press talks about the CNIB's plans to create the most accessible neighbourhood in Canada. One of our regional content specialists, Karen Magee, tells us about the CNIB paint night in Toronto. Lawrence Gunther of Blue Fish Radio shares his tips for participating in outdoor activities this summer. Our community reporter Gerry Harris tells us what’s happening in New Brunswick, including the 60th anniversary of the Miramichi Festival and the Area 5...

Our environmental expert Lawrence Gunther tells us about the effects of another algae bloom in Lake Erie. From the July 30, 2019 episode.

Today on NOW with Dave Brown, community reporter Elizabeth Mohler gives details about the CoMotion Deaf and Disability Arts Festival in Toronto. Environmental contributor Lawrence Gunther describes the race to manufacture long-lasting batteries for electric vehicles. For a second dose of community reports, J.R. Bjornson in Red Deer, Alberta shares his experience attending a movie camp for people with disabilities by the L.G. Barnes Society. Nelson Rego of Cool Blind Tech discusses ...

As the nice weather becomes less certain the air cools, making vigorous outdoor exercise like biking more agreeable. Ms. Lilly will be schooling us using the Sustainability Center at Yale University’s seven biking tips, and Lawrence will be offering up tandem biking tips and tech advice. Our surprise feature Canadian bucket list segment comes from Iron Maiden’s celebrated lead guitarist and self-proclaimed fishing enthusiast, Adrian Smith. Adrian speaks with Lawrence about his favor...