Environmental expert Lawrence Gunther explains how selenium pollution from the largest mine in B.C. is killing off the fish population in the Elk Valley. In our Accessibility Story Roundup, we discuss some home fitness recommendations by Rick Hansen Foundation ambassador Marco Pasqua. Community reporter J.R. Bjornson talks about the anxiety he feels when going out in public, even as many jurisdictions lift some lockdown rules. Nelson Régo from Cool Blind Tech explains why Bose is en...
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In the first hour of NOW with Dave Brown: Michelle McQuigge of the Canadian Press reviews the latest news making headlines including Toronto mayor John Tory’s resignation (17:31). Marco Pasqua shares his thoughts on the Accessibility Standards Canada’s accessibility plan (30:27). And Amy Amantea gives her critique on “Guillermo del Toro's Pinocchio" (42:20).
What are some ways you can make the holidays more inclusive and accessible? Marco Pasqua offers some tips and reflects on his preparations for the holiday season. From the December 18, 2023, episode.
Accessibility consultant Marco Pasqua describes the Rick Hansen Foundation’s school program and chats about inclusivity and accessibility on Halloween. From the October 25, 2021 episode.
Marco Pasqua and Elizabeth Mohler join in for another roundtable discussion on the Canadian Disability Benefit. From the November 9, 2022 episode.
Michelle McQuigge of the Canadian Press gives a recap of the news that made headlines this past weekend. Accessibility consultant Marco Pasqua discusses accessible baby nurseries and describes the services offered by the Tetra Society of North America. Film reviewer Kim Thistle shares her commentary on the Netflix series “Bridgerton.” Coming up in the second hour of the show, Marc Aflalo of Double Tap TV chats about the increased trend in transparent televisions. For our accessibili...
Today on NOW with Dave Brown, Hurricane Fiona battered Atlantic Canada over the weekend. We discuss the latest related news stories with Michelle McQuigge of the Canadian Press. Marco Pasqua tells you about his consulting firm, Meaningful Access. Amy Amantea reviews the Netflix thriller “I Came By” starring George McKay. And, Marc Aflalo describes the new Apple AirPods Pro 2! This is the September 26, 2022 episode.
In the second hour on NOW with Dave Brown, season three of “Mind Your Own Business” is coming out in November. Host Kevin Shaw reflects on the evolution of the show (13:19). And how do you feel about Quebec’s consideration on banning cellphones in school? Marco Pasqua and Elizabeth Mohler weigh in with their thoughts (24:10).
Canadian Press news editor Michelle McQuigge shares a COVID-19 update in her weekend news recap. Accessibility consultant Marco Pasqua discusses issues with accessible transportation and explores how the service should be delivered to people with disabilities. Film reviewer Kim Thistle shares her commentary on the Netflix romantic thriller “Rebecca.” Coming up in the second hour of the show: a few parts of the world are planning to ban the sale of new combustion-engine vehicles wit...
Accessibility consultant Marco Pasqua gives you details about Margaret Atwood's fellowship “Practical Utopias.” From the July 4, 2022 episode.
Accessibility consultant Marco Pasqua tells us about the pros and cons of remote learning for students with disabilities. From the August 30, 2021 episode.
Michelle McQuigge of the Canadian Press shares her weekend news recap and discusses B.C.'s floods and vaccination eligibility for children. Dr. Patrick Lacroix describes his recent book “John F. Kennedy and the Politics of Faith." Accessibility consultant Marco Pasqua tells us about AstroAccess, a nonprofit initiative that aims to make spaceflight accessible to people with disabilities. Marc Aflalo describes Apple’s recently announced Self Service Repair. And film reviewer Amy Amant...
In the second hour of NOW with Dave Brown: Kevin Shaw shares his perspective on Vice Media’s recent filing for bankruptcy (16:32). And Marco Pasqua and Elizabeth Mohler share their thoughts on National AccessAbility Week (26:20).
Accessibility consultant Marco Pasqua responds to the Vancouver Taxi Association’s announcement that it will no longer subsidize drivers who operate accessible vehicles. We hear about a pair of friends who are challenging traditional gender roles at Vienna’s 200-year-old Opera Ball. Steven Scott from Double Tap Canada talks about which on-demand streaming services offer audio description, and for which shows. Our community reporter Jennie Bovard tells us about her favourite podcasts...
Today on NOW with Dave Brown, Michelle McQuigge of the Canadian Press recaps the news that made headlines this past weekend. Accessibility consultant Marco Pasqua discusses a new startup program for entrepreneurs with disabilities. Ryan Delehanty describes a new day hospital coming to Halifax that specializes in mental health. Film reviewer Amy Amantea shares her commentary on the Netflix series “Inventing Anna." And Apple TV+ will soon stream Major League Baseball games on their pl...
In the first hour of NOW with Dave Brown: Michelle McQuigge recaps the latest news from the weekend including the Quebec-Ontario Storm and forced labour legislation (15:24). Marco Pasqua talks about what it means to leave behind a legacy (28:34). Plus, Amy Amantea reviews “Luther: The Fallen Sun” (42:10).
In this NOW with Dave Brown Highlight, accessibility consultant Marco Pasqua chats about inclusivity and accessibility on Halloween for trick-or-treaters. He also tells us about the Rick Hansen Foundation’s school program.
Today on NOW with Dave Brown, Michelle McQuigge of the Canadian Press recaps the latest news making waves in the country. Marco Pasqua discusses the accessibility pros and cons of cryptocurrency and blockchain technology. Amy Amantea shares her commentary on the crime-comedy film “The Comeback Trail.” Marc Aflalo describes some of the big-ticket items to check out on Cyber Monday. And, Ryan Delehanty tells you about a new mental health day hospital coming to Sydney, Nova Scotia. Thi...
Today on NOW with Dave Brown: Dave Segal tells you about Naqi Logix's hands-free earbuds designed for people with disabilities. Kevin Shaw considers the effectiveness of nostalgic marketing. And Marco Pasqua and Elizabeth Mohler weigh in with their thoughts on Copilot, Microsoft’s integrates assistant to Windows 11. This is the November 8, 2023, episode.
Today on Now with Dave Brown, film reviewer Amy Amantea shares her commentary on the Netflix series, Snowpiercer. Accessibility specialist Marco Pasqua describes a new accessible software that will be launching soon called "Extended Expression.” Our friend Joeita Gupta tells us about The Pulse’s upcoming special on Medical Assistance in Dying. Coming up in the second hour of the show, Facebook is developing a new smartwatch as part of their ongoing hardware efforts. Shaun Preece of...