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Lawrence Gunther discusses the impact - or lack thereof - that documentaries on the environment are having on Canadians.

We speak with our environmental expert Lawrence Gunther about the growing number of abandoned oil wells in Alberta. From the February 4, 2020 show.

This episode of the Ami Audio podcast Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther focuses on learning to identify birds by their sounds, and what it takes to successfully operate a community supported agriculture operation. Lawrence is helping Birds Canada to recruit volunteers to listen for birds at night, and Lawrence reflects on what it was like to grow up on a farm as a legally blind person with low vision.

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.

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 ...

On Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther Ms Lilly explains how bears in Pakistan are being liberated. We here from a bear researcher about his own much to close encounter with an angry mother Grizzly, and Dr. Barrie Gilbert then explains how he overcame his facial disfigurement and loss of one eye to become a world-famous Grizzly Bear expert and advocate. Lawrence also shares his own much less traumatic encounter with a Black Bear.

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 94 of Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther, Lilly and Lawrence look back at 2023, and ahead to what’s coming in 2024. National Geographic photographer Brent Stirton is back for the final installment of his three-part series on photographing environmental and human conflict. And, Lawrence appeared on AMI's NOW with Dave Brown to discuss accessible and safe ice fishing tips and tech for you and your guide dog. Winter has landed, time to get out there and enjoy the season.  Highli...

Today on Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther we explore whether to bee or not to bee a blind beekeeper. Ms Lilly introduces us to research that ranks the pain level of over 98 different insect stings. Dave Brown and Lawrence discuss Murder Wasps. Tom Ponech gives tips on being a blind beekeeper, and lawrence reflects on how to avoid being stung in the first place.

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, Lilly shares 12 gift suggestions for outdoor enthusiasts, the Outdoor Adventure has the gang back at the Montreal Biodome for a visit to the Laurentian Forest, and Lawrence reflects on Canada’s announcement at the COP15 biodiversity meeting in Montreal. Listen live Sundays at 3 p.m. Eastern on basic cable on AMI-audio or stream the show as a podcast. Send us your comments at Feedback@AMI.ca and rank us on Apple Podcasts!

Today on NOW with Dave Brown, entertainment critic Michael McNeely reflects on the film ‘CODA’ and its historic wins at this year’s SAG Awards. Community reporter J.R. Bjornson discusses Step 2 of Alberta’s Reopening Plans. Nelson Rego of Cool Blind Tech tells us about SING IMT, a miniature implantable telescope that improves vision in the late-stage of age-related macular degeneration. Environmental contributor Lawrence Gunther describes the state of Grey Wolves in North America. A...

Concordia University is releasing an inclusive innovation guide to help event-planners design accessible events. We speak with Charmaine Lyn from Concordia’s office of community engagement. Our environmental expert Lawrence Gunther tells us about the effects of another algae bloom in Lake Erie. Donna Jodhan tells us about the advocacy efforts that laid the groundwork for improved accessibility at major airports. We discuss one mother’s angry rant about the number of childless millen...

On Episode 78 of Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther, we begin by celebrating newly-discovered ocean phenomena. Then, we learn about water safety issues from Swim Drink Fish Canada and how their Swim Guide App is empowering beach goers to monitor and improve water quality. Lawrence reviews the Swim Guide App and reflects on why we need to take unseen safety issues seriously. Listen live Sundays at 3 p.m. Eastern over basic cable on AMI-audio, or stream episodes as a podcast. Send us your...

Environmental contributor Lawrence Gunther discusses the controversial amendments to the Environmental Assessment Act. From the November 10, 2020 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.