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In the first hour of NOW with Dave Brown: Marco Pasqua recaps the 2023 Simon Cox Student Design Competition in Vancouver (14:05). Amy Amantea gives her thoughts on season one of Netflix’s “Beef” (24:13)! And community reporter Derek Lackey tells you about a couple of family-friendly events including the Winnipeg International Children’s Festival (38:41)!

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...

Today on NOW with Dave Brown, Michelle McQuigge of the Canadian Press shares her weekend news recap & discusses: the water crisis in Iqaluit, the container shipping fire in B.C., & the infighting within Rogers Communications. Accessibility consultant Marco Pasqua chats about inclusivity and accessibility on Halloween. Film reviewer Amy Amantea gives her commentary on the Netflix action thriller, “Kate.” Marc Aflalo of Double Tap TV reviews Microsoft's new Surface Studio Lapt...

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, Marc Aflalo from Double Tap tv demos the iPhone 14 Plus and the Google Pixel 7. Donna Jodhan discusses the Dear Mrs. Claus Children’s Writing contest. Marco Pasqua and Elizabeth Mohler join Dave on the roundtable to discuss AI, automation, and how they will impact disability services in the future. And, Kevin Shaw shares his thoughts on Bill C-11. This is the October 12, 2022 episode.

Microsoft is incorporating an integrated assistant called Copilot to Windows 11. Marco Pasqua and Elizabeth Mohler weigh in with their thoughts on the new product. From the November 8, 2023, episode.

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...

In the first hour of NOW with Dave Brown: Michelle McQuigge from the Canadian Press discusses the tentative deal that the Canadian Autoworkers have reached with Ford (14:05). Marco Pasqua tells you about Cruise's prototype for a wheelchair-accessible robotaxi (24:30). And entertainment critic Amy Amantea shares her thoughts on the live action remake of “The Little Mermaid” (40:10). - In the second hour of NOW with Dave Brown: Steven Scott previews WordPress Accessibility Day (1:13:5...

Accessibility consultant Marco Pasqua gives you details about Margaret Atwood's fellowship “Practical Utopias.” From the July 4, 2022 episode.

Accessibility consultant Marco Pasqua describes the Neuralink brain implant and the possibilities it could mean for people with disabilities. From the April 11, 2022 episode.

In the second hour of the show, Kevin Shaw explores the accessibility issues on the ‘Threads’ social media app (11:20). And, Elizabeth Mohler and Marco Pasqua chat about the increase of online scams and its impact on people with disabilities (21:37).

In the first hour of NOW with Dave Brown: Michelle McQuigge of Canadian Press discusses the top headlines including issues of violence on public transit services (15:54). Marco Pasqua explores the engagement burnout that can occur after over consultation (29:30). Plus, Kim Thistle reviews the rom-com “A Tourist’s Guide to Love” (41:40).

Accessibility consultant Marco Pasqua tells us about ‘Verizon Forward for Good Accelerator,’ a new startup program for entrepreneurs with disabilities. From the March 14, 2022 episode

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...

Marco Pasqua and Elizabeth Mohler share their reflections on International Day of Persons with Disabilities. From the December 7, 2022 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...

Marco Pasqua describes some ways to access stylish and adaptive apparel.

Accessibility consultant Marco Pasqua looks at the future of accessible technology in 2021 and beyond. We also chat about the principals behind designing accessible technology.

Marco Pasqua and Elizabeth Mohler join in for a roundtable discussion on housing issues in Canada, everything from affordability to accessibility. From the September 14, 2022 episode.

The Canadian Armed Forces recently hosted their Soldier On conference. Marco Pasqua shares some of his takeaways from the event. From the October 23, 2023, episode.