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.
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A new study says the Great Pacific Garbage Patch contains 16 times more plastic than previously estimated. Lawrence Gunther of Blue Fish Radio explains what this means for the Pacific ecosystem. From the March 27, 2018 episode.
On Tuesday, July 19's show:
Our Environmental expert Lawrence Gunther explains the criticisms being levelled at billionaires like Richard Branson for being a space tourist
Community Reporter J.R. Bjornson from Red Deer tells us what you can experience at the Alberta Sports Hall of Fame. To access his full report, visit here
Nelson Rego of Cool Blind Tech describes new safety glasses made for people who are colour blind. And, he tells us how to use automated captions for voice t...
Our environmental expert Lawrence Gunther tells us about a proposal to build an enormous new oil sands mine in Alberta.
An accessible respite home has officially opened in Windsor, Ontario for families with disabilities. Alexandria Fisher from Family Respite Services for Windsor-Essex County fills you in on the details
If you haven’t already done so, it’s to time to chuck your gas stove. Environmental contributor Lawrence Gunther explains some of their negative impacts and why induction stoves are the way to go
Montreal is going to be buzzing this month with the Just for Laughs comedy festival and...
Our Ottawa colleague Karen Magee tells us about Uber’s agreement with the city of Ottawa to support accessible transportation in the city. Lawrence Gunther of Blue Fish Radio discusses the worrying state of wild salmon populations on the west coast. NHL player Max Domi talks about the Light It Up campaign, which raises awareness for diabetes. Our Toronto community reporter Orly Shamir tells us how the Canadian Council of the Blind’s Trust Your Buddy program is taking on chronic dise...
On Tuesday January 4's show:
Natalie Martiniello, President of Braille Literacy Canada, chats about World Braille Day and explores the relevance and future of Braille
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
Community reporter J.R. Bjornson shares an update on the World Junior Tournament in Red Deer, Alberta. He also tells us about this year's retur...
A pulp mill in Pictou County, Nova Scotia, has been ordered to stop pumping its effluent into the nearby waterway. Our environmental expert Lawrence Gunther tells us more. Marc Aflalo from Your Tech Report tells us about the problems that are cropping up with Samsung’s groundbreaking new folding phones. The federal government is encouraging people to sign up to monitor the implementation of the proposed accessibility legislation. Donna Jodhan from Barrier-Free Canada tells us more. ...
On Episode 86 of Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther, we speak with Ron Walsh, who is blind, about living the outdoor life. Ron offers up some tips on modifying a muzzleloader for sighted targeting assistance; Lawrence reflects on forest fires, smoke, and what it means for the iconic campfire; and in Lilly’s “Did You Know” segment, she explores myths and facts surrounding the Northern Lights.
Ron is the host of AMI-tv series Blind Adventures with Ron Walsh, where Ron and his friends exp...
Today on NOW with Dave Brown, Freek van Welsenis stops by to showcase the accessible keyboard designed to make smartphones more accessible for the blind and partially sighted. Lawrence Gunther explores the environmental case of using a bidet over toilet paper. Toronto Community Reporter Elizabeth Mohler stops by to highlight events in the area. And, Karen Magee, Andy Frank, and Alex Smyth square off in another edition of the Weekly news Quiz. This is the October 25, 2022 episode.
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Environmental expert Lawrence Gunther discusses the impact of satellite constellations on astronomy. For our Accessibility Story Roundup, we discuss how access RDSP Launches New App to Help People Apply for the Disability Tax Credit (DTC). We chat about homeschooling during COVID times with community reporter J.R. Bjornson in Red Deer, Alberta. We learn about a new brain implant that could potentially help restore eyesight. Nelson Rego of Cool Blind Tech shares more on this story. D...
Today on NOW with Dave Brown, Brock Richardson wraps up his coverage on the 2022 Paralympic Games in Beijing! Environment contributor Lawrence Gunther discusses the UN’s recent report and warning on climate change. Community reporter Elizabeth Mohler describes a survey for Clear Access, a website in development for accessible health care. Nelson Rego of Cool Blind Tech shares details about Dot Inc.’s new tactile Braille display.
Our environmental expert Lawrence Gunther explains why one of Canada’s largest lakes is in serious trouble. Our colleague Karen Magee tells us about a Friendship Circle in Montreal, which provides support to young people with special needs. We'll go through the results of yesterday’s election in New Brunswick. We’ll discuss the news that Ontario’s public sector pensions are being opened to up to workers at non-profits. Tech expert Marc Aflalo digs into Amazon’s surprise announc...
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The Modern Arthur trilogy from Graphic Audio imagines what might happen if King Arthur himself returned to the world and became involved in US politics.
UK’s Fern Lulham brings us facts and figures about online dating.
We speak with Lawrence Gunther about his new AMI-tv project, Makings of a Guide Dog. It follows Lawrence on his quest to find the perfect dog to guide him through various outdoor activities.
Community Reporter Doug McQuaker highlight a new Seniors Living Development ...
Environmental contributor Lawrence Gunther explains how ancient fire practices are beneficial to preventing the risk of wildfires. From the May 24, 2022, episode.
Lawrence Gunther of Blue Fish Radio joins us to talk about other controversial oil and gas pipelines in Canadian history. Karen Magee introduces us to a former soldier who took up ballet and the cello when a brain injury forced him out of the Canadian Forces. Gerry Harris calls in from New Brunswick to tell us about the Lions Foundation of Canada guide dog walk. Marc Aflalo explains how a new feature on Apple phones is helping to cut down on distracted driving. And Andy Frank leads ...
Fishing blind or blind fishing – it all depends on who’s doing the fishing. ON Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther, Ms Lilly tells us where to go to catch the biggest catfish in Canada, and has some giant catfish stories, including how to noodle to catch catfish. Dr. Catfish calls in to tell listeners about his new book featuring his favorite catfish fishing rigs and invites listeners to join his blind fishing email list. Lawrence shares his fishing tips and reflects on fishing with his ...
We speak with our environmental expert Lawrence Gunther about the growing number of abandoned oil wells in Alberta. We hear how city council in Hamilton, Ontario responded to requests for better snow removal services. Jane Hudson, executive director of Disability Rights Iowa, tells us about her group’s efforts to make the Iowa caucuses more accessible. Nelson Régo from Cool Blind Tech tells us about two new augmented reality devices. And Karen Magee and Dave Brown try to end Mark Ph...
Today on NOW with Dave Brown:
Lawrence Gunther describes how to do your spring cleaning in a sustainable way
Ryan Delehanty profiles the newest podcast episodes of “Raising Kindness” and "Tripping on Air"
Wendy McDonald discusses Inclusion Alberta's annual Family Conference
The event runs April 14 to 15 at the Fantasyland Hotel in Edmonton, AB
For more information, visit here
Nelson Rego from Cool Blind Tech shares tips on how to have your tech prepared in case of emergencie...