Devorah Kobluk from the Income Security Advocacy Centre explains why advocacy groups in Ontario are calling on the provincial government to increase disability support
Environmental contributor Lawrence Gunther describes which burgers are more environmentally friendly to consumer at your next barbeque
In his last community report, JR Bjornson in Red Deer, Alberta shares his experience using the LyriQ Assistive Text-to-speech Reader
He also chats about a walking club by the Albert...
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Our colleague Karen Magee tells us about a research project on the availability and quality of audio description on Netflix. Lawrence Gunther of Blue Fish Radio tells us about his trip to Whitehorse and Dawson for the AMI-tv special “Postcards from the Yukon.” Our New Brunswick community reporter Gerry Harris tells us about a rare opportunity for the whole family to meet farmers, visit modern farms, and learn about modern food production. And, Canadian Press reporter Michelle McQuig...
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...
Today on NOW with Dave Brown:
Ryan Delehanty highlights a few of this month’s AMI original podcasts including:
A recent episode of The Pulse which considers how colleges can be made inclusive for students from marginalized groups. You can find the episode here
And a Pulse episode that explores the emotionally charged issues of transnational and transracial adoption. You can find the episode here
He also tells you about new seasons of the AMI Podcast Roundup and AMI Audiobook R...
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.
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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.
Environmental contributor Lawrence Gunther explains how Indigenous Protected and Conserved Areas will play a role in tackling issues of climate change in Canada. From the October 12, 2021 episode.
Lawrence Gunther explains why we should be paying more attention to the amount of plastic in our oceans. Edmonton has a new museum, and it’s getting rave reviews. Our colleague Jim Krysko returns to the show with that story. Naomie Doirilus from the Quebec Blind Sports Association tells us about Recreative Goalball for Adults. Our community reporter Gerry Harris calls in from New Brunswick with news about a descriptive movie night at the Saint John’s Free Public Library. Google is a...
This week, Steven and Marc chat with Lawrence Gunther and Canon about a new raised printing process that is redefining imagery for everyone. Plus, the pair are joined by CSUN's Julia Santiago to preview the event.
Every Canadian has an adventurist soul, and travelling to Canada’s Arctic is likely on most people’s bucket list. It wasn’t that long ago that the idea of travelling through the Arctic by ship was pretty much out of the question – no longer. On Episode 13 of Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther, we head north with Geoff Green from Students on Ice, discuss the latest polar expedition with Dave Brown, and learn about 40 words to describe snow with Ms. Lilly. Snowmobiling tips and storytelle...
Many of us assume Saskatchewan is a province that features endless prairie plains alternating between native grasses and agricultural crops. That may be the case in a third of the province, but the rest is a unique mix of climate and ecological zones that make Saskatchewan a true outdoor lovers paradise. ON Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther this week Ms. Lilly brings us up to speed on Canada’s only population of Black Tail Prairie Dogs, Dr. Chris Somers from the University of Regina sh...
Lawrence Gunther explains how to keep our pets and ourselves safe from ticks and Lyme disease. Lisa Nault shares details about a citizenship application workshop in Ottawa. Glenn MacDonell, president of Special Olympics Ontario, tells us about the Invitational Youth Games. How should the millions raised following the Humboldt Broncos tragedy be divided? Writer Chuck Fager marks the fiftieth anniversary of the Poor People’s March to Washington. Quizmaster Andy Frank leads our weekly ...
Episode 30 of Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther explores what it takes to be a blind ultra-trail race competitor in the 125 km 24-hour Canada Death Race. Ms Lilly describes ten of the world’s toughest trail races, and blind trail racer Richard Marsolais explains what it takes to compete. As always, we include low- and high-tech tips on trail racing, and insights on how trail running differs from marathons.
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 ...
On Episode 74 of Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther, we speak with Lion David Furgosh about the Blind Anglers International Tournament, coming back in 2023, and how to get involved. Also, Lilly’s Did You Know segment explores how spiders use their webs to extend their ability to hear, my Tips and Tech segment has my initial feedback on the new All Terrain Cane, and I have some reflections to share on fishing safely when fishing blind or with anglers who have vision loss.
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On Episode 19 of Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther, it’s all about Lake Superior. Ms Lilly explains how we can help lower greenhouse gasses and suggests the family re-visit Lake Superior’s Sleeping Giant. Lawrence and his special guests discuss why the big lake is becoming famous for all sorts of reasons and offers tips on sailing blind. Let’s get to know the lake the Ojibwe call gichi-gami, after all, it’s only the biggest lake in the world.
Environmental contributor Lawrence Gunther explains why more cities are banning certain kinds of fossil fuel-based heating in new home construction. From the July 19, 2022, episode.
Our regional content specialist Karen Magee tells us about a conference on universal design and a ComicVision fundraiser. Lawrence Gunther from Blue Fish Radio reminds us that this Sunday is World Rivers Day - a day to honour and appreciate the value of rivers. Mary McNally, professor of Dentistry and Medicine at Dalhousie University, discusses the health issues that arise when dependent seniors go months or even years without a dental cleaning. And, Canadian Press reporter Michelle...
With the number of natural disasters and their severity on the rise, environmental expert Lawrence Gunther shares tips on preparing emergency kits for evacuation scenarios.
From the January 4, 2022 episode.
How safe are the major sunscreen brands? We speak with our environmental expert, Lawrence Gunther.
From the June 18, 2019 episode.