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Our environmental expert Lawrence Gunther takes us through some new polling data that shows what Canadians in different parts of the country think about climate change. From the September 24, 2019 episode.
I bet you never considered Canada a country that trades internationally in wildlife. We do, and here’s what we can do to ensure our love of nature is healthy for all. Episode 75 of Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther is pleased to have Melissa Matlow from World Animal Protection as our featured guest.
Today on NOW with Dave Brown, environmental contributor Lawrence Gunther discusses the resurgence of Canada geese in public spaces. Community reporter Elizabeth Mohler describes Living Hyphen, a community platform that explores what it means to live in between cultures. Nelson Rego of Cool Blind Tech tells us about Auditorial, an accessible storytelling website designed by Google. And, we have another edition of our weekly news quiz with contestants Karen Magee and Mark Phoenix. Thi...
AMI-audio is an accessible television channel and streaming service offering a variety of compelling stories and engaging content to Canadians who are blind, partially sighted or otherwise print restricted. A diverse collection of content is available as regular podcasts. From AMI-audio’s daily news magazine program, NOW with Dave Brown, to the trials and tribulations of living with low vision featured in Low Vision Moments, to learning how to navigate the outdoors with your guide...
Scientists are saying we should pay more attention to the effect of climate change on groundwater reserves. We ask our environmental expert Lawrence Gunther what the risks are. From the January 29, 2019 episode.
On this episode of Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther, Lilly describes how to identify crows from ravens using sight and sound. Plus, we have Dave Epstein from All Terrain Cane on to discuss his cane and what’s coming next, as well as offering tips on how people are using it. And, Lawrence reflects on just how much tech we need to make a good working white cane. Catch us on Saturdays and Sundays on AMI-audio at our new time at 2:30 p.m. Eastern.
Accessible Media Inc. (AMI) is delivering a special gift to AMI-audio listeners this holiday season with a special audio play of the Frank Capra classic, It’s A Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play by Joe Landry based on the movie. Tune in to AMI-audio on Thursday, December 24, at 2 p.m. Eastern to hear George Bailey, Mary Hatch, Mr. Potter and Clarence brought to life by your favourite AMI-audio show hosts, producers and contributors. The 1946 film, which has become a holiday tradit...
What really happens after you donate your used clothing? Lawrence Gunther from Blue Fish Radio shares some surprising information. From the June 5th episode.
Accessible Media Inc. (AMI) is excited to announce that AMI-audio’s morning show Live from Studio 5 has joined AMI-tv’s morning lineup. Airing weekdays at 9 a.m. Eastern, Live from Studio 5—hosted by Mike Ross and Joeita Gupta—joins a new platform as television cameras capture the action as it happens in the studio from AMI’s Toronto headquarters. “I’m ecstatic that Live from Studio 5 has joined the AMI-tv platform,” says Andy Frank, Manager of AMI-audio. “I’m confident our viewer...
What happens to GPS technology when you end up off-grid? Are there any solutions to keep navigation going? Lawrence Gunther will discuss that. From the August 30, 2022 episode.
Today on NOW with Dave Brown, Dr. Laverne Jacobs from the University of Windsor describes Canada’s very first textbook on law and disability. Environmental contributor Lawrence Gunther tells us how we should be moving away from fossil fuels into and shifting towards clean energy. Nelson Rego of Cool Blind Tech discusses Biped, a co-pilot device that brings autonomous driving features to users who are blind and partially sighted. Community reporter Elizabeth Mohler shares an update o...
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. From the October 24, 2017 episode.
Our environmental expert Lawrence Gunther talks about the legacy of the Mount Polley mine disaster in British Columbia
In Episode 73 of Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther, Lilly has some amazing information about how dolphins communicate, updates on the dolphins stranded along Newfoundland’s coast, and the passing of Kiska the Killer Whale. Plus, we meet Jill Wheatley, a partially-sighted mountaineer looking to summit the world’s 14 tallest mountains, we have tips for staying safe on late-season ice, and a reflection on what goes along with keeping fish in aquariums. So pull up your favourite chair to t...
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...
The spring and summer of 2020 lockdown due to COVID-19 left a lot of people feeling caged. Environmental contributor Lawrence Gunther tells us how more people have connected with birds during the pandemic. From the October 1, 2020 episode.
Lawrence Gunther from Blue Fish Radio tells us about a NASA study into the origins of life on Earth. Lui Greco from the CNIB tells us about a Transport Canada study about how to train self-driving cars to share the roads with blind pedestrians. We discuss pedestrian safety in a larger sense. Producer Kevin Philipupillai tells us about one woman's lonely fight against Health Canada over outdated safety warnings on lead paint. We ask Marc Aflalo from Your Tech Report about a repo...
On Episode 87 of Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther, Lilly shares details about amazing fireflies. Lawrence then speaks with Water Ranger’s founder Kat Kavanagh about inclusive water testing, Lilly shares her favourite water tests she conducted over the summer, and Lawrence reflects on the link between water quality and fish health. It won’t be long until all this water is locked in ice again, so let’s make sure we make the most of the last warm weather.
In the inaugural episode of Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther, we get schooled with Ms. Lily on what kind of outdoors person you are. We'll also talk bucket lists with Heather Figueiredo, Founder and Director of the Cambridge Farm and Forest School. Finally Lawrence will tell you how he uses buck saws.
Are humans the cause of climate change? Environmental contributor Lawrence Gunther joins us to explain why there is still so much confusion around the science on climate change.