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Vancouver Park Board audit shows a need for improvement
bonusVancouver Park Board's auditor general has released a report on the need for improvement in setting and managing user fees for services and facilities around the city. Guest: Brennan Bastyovansky, Vancouver Park Board Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
View from Victoria: Another step forward and another step back
bonusSurrey Mayor Brenda Locke has again raised the stakes in her battle with the NDP. We get a local look at the top political stories with the help of Vancouver Sun columnist Vaughn Palmer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Is Zoom turning people into zombies?
bonusA Yale neuroscientist used imaging tools to study real-time brain activity during in-person conversations and Zoom interactions. Guest: Dr. Joy Hirsch, Yale University Neuroscientist Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Full Episode: Fight between the 'Two Michaels', The worst musicians in the world & Black Friday deals aren't really deals
Seg 1: The legacy of The Really Terrible Orchestra of Triangles The Really Terrible Orchestra of the Triangle, inspired by a similar concept from England's Portsmouth Sinfonia, is an orchestra where musicians of varying skill levels come together to play music without the pressure of perfection. Guest: Dr. Robert Petters, Conductor of The Really Terrible Orchestra of Triangles Seg 2: Scott’s Thoughts Has Black Friday gone out of fashion with less that impressive sales and discounts? Guest: Scott Shantz, Contributor for Mornings with Simi Seg 3: View from Victoria: It was a happy event, with much to celebrate, including David Eby’s anniversary as premier. The Vancouver Sun's Vaughn Palmer is here with his take on the day's headlines. Seg 4: How screening for synthetic drugs can prevent toxic drug overdoses A collaboration between UBC and the BC Provincial Toxicology Centre aimed to refine the identification process of emerging "designer drugs." Guest: Dr. Michael Skinnider, Study Lead and Assistant Professor of Integrated Genomics at Princeton University Seg 5: What’s causing the feud between the Two Michaels? Michael Spavor is accusing his fellow Canadian detainee, Michael Kovrig, of unwittingly contributing to their detention by inadvertently passing information to Canadian authorities and allied intelligence services. Guest: Robert Fife, Ottawa Bureau Chief for The Globe and Mail Seg 6: What are this year’s Black Friday retail trends? The sales period has evolved, now spanning from October through December, a critical phase for retail success. This extended period significantly impacts the fiscal success of many retailers, though not universally beneficial. Guest: David Ian Gray, Founder and Strategist at Retail Advisory DIG360 Seg 7: What is the NDP expecting from the Fall Economic Statement? The Federal Liberals are preparing to unveil their Fall Fiscal Update, as so many Canadians continue to struggle with affordability. Scott Shantz spoke to the leader of the Federal NDP Jagmeet Singh about what his party hopes to see announced. Guest: Jagmeet Singh, Leader of the Federal New Democratic Party Seg 8: How far are people willing to go for fame? Tyler Funk, a Burnaby filmmaker, explores the allure and perils of seeking online fame in his documentary "Anything For Fame." Guest: Tyler Funk, Director of “Anything for Fame” on Paramount+ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How far are people willing to go for fame?
bonusTyler Funk, a Burnaby filmmaker, explores the allure and perils of seeking online fame in his documentary "Anything For Fame." Guest: Tyler Funk, Director of “Anything for Fame” on Paramount+ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What is the NDP expecting from the Fall Economic Statement?
bonusThe Federal Liberals are preparing to unveil their Fall Fiscal Update, as so many Canadians continue to struggle with affordability. Scott Shantz spoke to the leader of the Federal NDP Jagmeet Singh about what his party hopes to see announced. Guest: Jagmeet Singh, Leader of the Federal New Democratic Party Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What are this year’s Black Friday retail trends?
bonusThe sales period has evolved, now spanning from October through December, a critical phase for retail success. This extended period significantly impacts the fiscal success of many retailers, though not universally beneficial. Guest: David Ian Gray, Founder and Strategist at Retail Advisory DIG360 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What’s causing the feud between the Two Michaels?
bonusMichael Spavor is accusing his fellow Canadian detainee, Michael Kovrig, of unwittingly contributing to their detention by inadvertently passing information to Canadian authorities and allied intelligence services. Guest: Robert Fife, Ottawa Bureau Chief for The Globe and Mail Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How screening for synthetic drugs can prevent toxic drug overdoses
bonusA collaboration between UBC and the BC Provincial Toxicology Centre aimed to refine the identification process of emerging "designer drugs." Guest: Dr. Michael Skinnider, Study Lead and Assistant Professor of Integrated Genomics at Princeton University Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
View from Victoria: A happy day in parliament
bonusView from Victoria: It was a happy event, with much to celebrate, including David Eby’s anniversary as premier. The Vancouver Sun's Vaughn Palmer is here with his take on the day's headlines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Has Black Friday shopping jumped the shark?
bonusHas Black Friday gone out of fashion with less that impressive sales and discounts? Guest: Scott Shantz, Contributor for Mornings with Simi Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The legacy of The Really Terrible Orchestra of Triangles
bonusThe Really Terrible Orchestra of the Triangle, inspired by a similar concept from England's Portsmouth Sinfonia, is an orchestra where musicians of varying skill levels come together to play music without the pressure of perfection. Guest: Dr. Robert Petters, Conductor of The Really Terrible Orchestra of Triangles Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Full Show: What makes a funny person, New rules for 'gig' workers & An overlooked suspect in the Kennedy assasination
Seg 1: What makes people funny? One of the hardest parts of teaching improv comedy classes is that people come in saying, “I want to be funnier!”, and you have to tell them, “You've come to the wrong place.” Guest: Adam Mastoinni, Experimental Psychologist and Author of the “Experimental History” Newsletter Seg 2: View From Victoria: More action in Surrey as the police act amendments that were introduced last month, gave the province power to intervene directly in Surrey policing. We get a local look at the top political stories with the help of Vancouver Sun columnist Vaughn Palmer. Seg 3: The Weekly Cecchini Check-in President Biden announced an agreement with Chinese leader Xi Jinping to tackle the production of fentanyl's chemical precursors in China. Guest: Reggie Cecchini, Washington Correspondent for Global News Seg 4: Are BC’s new “gig worker” labour proposals necessary? The British Columbia government has introduced new regulations aimed at improving employment standards for gig workers involved in ride-hailing and food delivery apps. Guest: Joy Nahirnick, Uber Driver in Victoria Seg 5: Why was Jerrie Cobb overlooked as a suspect for the JFK assassination? Mary Haverstick was looking to create a biopic that focused on female empowerment by highlighting “The Mercury 13,” a group of female aviators who underwent testing to become the first women astronauts. Guest: Mary Haverstick, Independent Filmmaker and Author of “The Woman I Know” Seg 6: Why did BC suspend Surrey’s Police Board? The ongoing conflict between the Province of British Columbia and the City of Surrey regarding the transition from the Surrey RCMP to the Surrey Police Service has intensified. Guest: Mike Farnworth, Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why did BC suspend Surrey’s Police Board?
bonusThe ongoing conflict between the Province of British Columbia and the City of Surrey regarding the transition from the Surrey RCMP to the Surrey Police Service has intensified. Guest: Mike Farnworth, Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why was Jerrie Cobb overlooked as a suspect for the JFK assassination?
bonusMary Haverstick was looking to create a biopic that focused on female empowerment by highlighting “The Mercury 13,” a group of female aviators who underwent testing to become the first women astronauts. Guest: Mary Haverstick, Independent Filmmaker and Author of “The Woman I Know” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are BC’s new “gig worker” labour proposals necessary?
bonusThe British Columbia government has introduced new regulations aimed at improving employment standards for gig workers involved in ride-hailing and food delivery apps. Guest: Joy Nahirnick, Uber Driver in Victoria Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Weekly Cecchini Check-in
bonusPresident Biden announced an agreement with Chinese leader Xi Jinping to tackle the production of fentanyl's chemical precursors in China. Guest: Reggie Cecchini, Washington Correspondent for Global News Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
View From Victoria: It's Hammer Time in Surrey
bonusView From Victoria: More action in Surrey as the police act amendments that were introduced last month, gave the province power to intervene directly in Surrey policing. We get a local look at the top political stories with the help of Vancouver Sun columnist Vaughn Palmer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What makes people funny?
bonusOne of the hardest parts of teaching improv comedy classes is that people come in saying, “I want to be funnier!”, and you have to tell them, “You've come to the wrong place.” Guest: Adam Mastoinni, Experimental Psychologist and Author of the “Experimental History” Newsletter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Full Show: Forensic dust and dna, Does bad grammar make you physically ill & Services for people with disabilities at YVR
Seg 1: How dust particles can help with criminal investigations Researchers are looking into the potential of dust as a forensic clue, suggesting that while criminals may erase fingerprints, traces of genetic material found in dust, water, and even in the air could help reveal crucial information about a crime scene. Guest: Dr. Nicole Foster, Study Lead and Researcher at the Smithsonian Environmental Research Institute Seg 2: What is in a name? The list is out of the most popular baby names of the year! Did yours make the list? Guest: Scott Shantz, Contributor for Mornings with Simi Seg 3: View From Victoria: It is the anniversary of the Atmospheric River that hit BC 2 years ago and there is some good news and some bad news. We get a local look at the top political stories with the help of Vancouver Sun columnist Vaughn Palmer. Seg 4: Does hearing bad grammar cause you physical distress? The University of Birmingham conducted a comprehensive study involving 41 British-English-speaking adults. The primary objective was to investigate the impact of grammatical errors in spoken language on individuals' physiological responses. Guest: Dr. Dagmar Divjak, Professorial Research Fellow in Cognitive Linguistics and Language Cognition at the University of Birmingham Seg 5: What’s causing the rise of antisemitism at universities? The silence of some Canadian universities in addressing antisemitism, in particular when considered alongside otherwise active approaches toward equity, diversity, inclusion, decolonization (EDID) and racial justice needs to be explicitly addressed. Guest: Dr. Lilach Marom, Assistant Professor of Education at Simon Fraser University Seg 6: Is YVR addressing the unique needs of people with disabilities? As the holiday travel season is about to get underway, are there enough programs and policies in place at YVR to help people with disabilities have seamless and enjoyable travel experiences? Guest: Eric Pateman, Chief Experience Officer at Vancouver International Airport Seg 7: Why isn’t anyone buying short-term rental properties? Following the ban announcement on non-principal residence short-term rentals, there has been a notable surge in condo listings previously utilized for short-term rentals. Owners are eager to sell, but buyers are not jumping at the chance. Guest: Jimmy Thomson, Award-Winning Freelance Journalist based in Victoria, BC Seg 8: How Obesity Medication will change the world Could the growing trend of weight loss medications actually help to reduce medical costs and make the world change for the better? Guest: Gregory Steinberg, Professor at McMaster University and Investigator for Diabetes Canada Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How Obesity Medication will change the world
bonusCould the growing trend of weight loss medications actually help to reduce medical costs and make the world change for the better? Guest: Gregory Steinberg, Professor at McMaster University and Investigator for Diabetes Canada Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why isn’t anyone buying short-term rental properties?
bonusFollowing the ban announcement on non-principal residence short-term rentals, there has been a notable surge in condo listings previously utilized for short-term rentals. Owners are eager to sell, but buyers are not jumping at the chance. Guest: Jimmy Thomson, Award-Winning Freelance Journalist based in Victoria, BC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Is YVR addressing the unique needs of people with disabilities?
bonusAs the holiday travel season is about to get underway, are there enough programs and policies in place at YVR to help people with disabilities have seamless and enjoyable travel experiences? Guest: Eric Pateman, Chief Experience Officer at Vancouver International Airport Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What’s causing the rise of antisemitism at universities?
bonusThe silence of some Canadian universities in addressing antisemitism, in particular when considered alongside otherwise active approaches toward equity, diversity, inclusion, decolonization (EDID) and racial justice needs to be explicitly addressed. Guest: Dr. Lilach Marom, Assistant Professor of Education at Simon Fraser University Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Does hearing bad grammar cause you physical distress?
bonusThe University of Birmingham conducted a comprehensive study involving 41 British-English-speaking adults. The primary objective was to investigate the impact of grammatical errors in spoken language on individuals' physiological responses. Guest: Dr. Dagmar Divjak, Professorial Research Fellow in Cognitive Linguistics and Language Cognition at the University of Birmingham Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
View From Victoria: Rebuilding the highway
bonusIt is the anniversary of the Atmospheric River that hit BC 2 years ago and there is some good news and some bad news. We get a local look at the top political stories with the help of Vancouver Sun columnist Vaughn Palmer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What is in a name?
bonusThe list is out of the most popular baby names of the year! Did yours make the list? Guest: Scott Shantz, Contributor for Mornings with Simi Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How dust particles can help with criminal investigations
bonusResearchers are looking into the potential of dust as a forensic clue, suggesting that while criminals may erase fingerprints, traces of genetic material found in dust, water, and even in the air could help reveal crucial information about a crime scene. Guest: Dr. Nicole Foster, Study Lead and Researcher at the Smithsonian Environmental Research Institute Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Full Show: Success and your biological clock, Approving nicotine pouches in Canada & Are Oreo's getting smaller due to 'shrinkflation'
Seg 1: Does your biological clock determine your success? Understanding one's chronotype and aligning it with demanding tasks can improve personal peak performance times. Guest: Dr. Cindi May, Professor of Psychology at the College of Charleston Seg 2: View From Victoria: BC Hydro has been saying for much of the year that it was ready to begin filling the reservoir behind the giant hydro dam on the Peace River, But are they really? We get a local look at the top political stories with the help of Vancouver Sun columnist Vaughn Palmer. Seg 3: Why did Health Canada approve the unregulated sale of nicotine pouches? The recent approval of Zonnic, a flavoured nicotine pouch by Health Canada, has sparked concerns among anti-smoking advocates. Guest: Rob Cunningham, Senior Policy Analyst for the Canadian Cancer Society Seg 4: How connected is your wearable technology? Smart watches and bluetooth enabled wearable items are becoming more and more popular, but while they may make life convenient, is there a security risk involved with these devices? Guest: Kate Hartman, Director of hte Social Body Lab at the Ontario College of Art and Design. Seg 5: How do criminal backgrounds of sex offenders influence parole conditions? Randall Hopley, a convicted child sex offender, was arrested outside the Vancouver Police Department after being on the run since November 4, when he failed to return to his halfway house. Guest: Dr. Rosemary Ricciardelli, Professor of Sociology and Criminology at Memorial University Seg 6: Why Oreos are at the center of the Shrinkflation debate The Oreo controversy stems from the experiences of Shane Ransonet, a dedicated Oreo enthusiast whose long-standing evening ritual of dunking the cookie in milk was disrupted when he noticed an unexpected change in the creme filling. Guest: Jesse Newman, Food and Agriculture Reporter for The Wall Street Journal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Making Cents of the Markets for Nov 15, 2023
bonusMaking Cents of the Market: Time for Making Cents of the Markets with Lori Pinkowski. Lori Pinkowski is a Senior Portfolio Manager at Canaccord Genuity. You can contact The Pinkowski Wealth Management team directly at 604-695-LORI or visit their website at Pinkowski.ca Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why Oreos are at the center of the Shrinkflation debate
bonusThe Oreo controversy stems from the experiences of Shane Ransonet, a dedicated Oreo enthusiast whose long-standing evening ritual of dunking the cookie in milk was disrupted when he noticed an unexpected change in the creme filling. Guest: Jesse Newman, Food and Agriculture Reporter for The Wall Street Journal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How do criminal backgrounds of sex offenders influence parole conditions?
bonusRandall Hopley, a convicted child sex offender, was arrested outside the Vancouver Police Department after being on the run since November 4, when he failed to return to his halfway house. Guest: Dr. Rosemary Ricciardelli, Professor of Sociology and Criminology at Memorial University Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How connected is your wearable technology?
bonusSmart watches and Bluetooth enabled wearable items are becoming more and more popular, but while they may make life convenient, is there a security risk involved with these devices? Guest: Kate Hartman, Director of the Social Body Lab at the Ontario College of Art and Design. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why did Health Canada approve the unregulated sale of nicotine pouches?
bonusThe recent approval of Zonnic, a flavoured nicotine pouch by Health Canada, has sparked concerns among anti-smoking advocates. Guest: Rob Cunningham, Senior Policy Analyst for the Canadian Cancer Society Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
View From Victoria: Filling in the reservoir at Site C Dam
bonusView From Victoria BC Hydro has been saying for much of the year that it was ready to begin filling the reservoir behind the giant hydro dam on the Peace River, But are they really? We get a local look at the top political stories with the help of Vancouver Sun columnist Vaughn Palmer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Does your biological clock determine your success?
bonusUnderstanding one's chronotype and aligning it with demanding tasks can improve personal peak performance times. Guest: Dr. Cindi May, Professor of Psychology at the College of Charleston Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Full Show: The value of corpses in 19th century Scotland, Rejecting daycare applications & Banning right turns on red lights
Seg 1: Inside the lives of Scotland’s corpse dealers In 19th-century Scotland, the value of corpses was tied to the demand for anatomical dissections. Surgeons and anatomists required intact bodies for study, and their worth fluctuated based on the season; winter bodies, decomposing slower, were more valuable. Guest: Jonny Thomson, Philosopher and Writer for Big Think Seg 2: View From Victoria: The support for the carbon tax appears to be unraveling. A new opinion poll shows the opposition in BC is growing. We get a local look at the top political stories with the help of Vancouver Sun columnist Vaughn Palmer. Seg 3: Why was another community daycare application rejected? Rain or Shine Child Care Centre has applied to the City of Vancouver for permission to perform interior alterations and change of use from a Single Detached House with a Secondary Suite to a Child Day Care Facility for 24 children, in this existing Residential building, consisting of: Guest: Mike Klassen, ABC Vancouver City Councillor Seg 4: Can Biden and Xi Jinping prevent the proliferation of fentanyl? President Joe Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping are expected to announce an agreement targeting the manufacturing and export of fentanyl from China to the United States. Guest: Reggie Cecchini, Washington Correspondent for Global News Seg 5: Should BC ban turning right on red lights? Cities in North America are considering following Montreal's lead by banning right turns on red lights to enhance pedestrian and cyclist safety. Guest: Valerie Smith, Director of Road Safety and Safe Mobility Programs at Parachute Seg 6: How did Elenore Sturko end up in an ‘exploitative’ drug crisis video on YouTube? Elenore Sturko, a BC MLA, distanced herself from a controversial YouTube documentary that criticized the province's approach to drug use. Guest: Elenore Sturko, BC United’s Shadow Minister for Mental Health and Addictions and Recovery Seg 7: How significant is the new King Charles Canadian coin? The first Canadian coins bearing the face of King Charles are soon to be circulated across the country. The Royal Canadian Mint in Winnipeg is set Tuesday to showcase its model of the King that will appear on one side of all Canadian coins. Guest: Brian Grant Duff, Collector at All Nations Stamp and Coin Vancouver Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How significant is the new King Charles Canadian coin?
bonusThe first Canadian coins bearing the face of King Charles are soon to be circulated across the country. The Royal Canadian Mint in Winnipeg is set Tuesday to showcase its model of the King that will appear on one side of all Canadian coins. Guest: Brian Grant Duff, Collector at All Nations Stamp and Coin Vancouver Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How did Elenore Sturko end up in an ‘exploitative’ drug crisis video on YouTube?
bonusElenore Sturko, a BC MLA, distanced herself from a controversial YouTube documentary that criticized the province's approach to drug use. Guest: Elenore Sturko, BC United’s Shadow Minister for Mental Health and Addictions and Recovery Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Should BC ban turning right on red lights?
bonusCities in North America are considering following Montreal's lead by banning right turns on red lights to enhance pedestrian and cyclist safety. Guest: Valerie Smith, Director of Road Safety and Safe Mobility Programs at Parachute Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Can President Biden and Xi Jinping prevent the proliferation of fentanyl?
bonusPresident Joe Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping are expected to announce an agreement targeting the manufacturing and export of fentanyl from China to the United States. Guest: Reggie Cecchini, Washington Correspondent for Global News Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why was another community daycare application rejected?
bonusRain or Shine Child Care Centre has applied to the City of Vancouver for permission to perform interior alterations and change of use from a Single Detached House with a Secondary Suite to a Child Day Care Facility for 24 children, in this existing Residential building, consisting of: Guest: Mike Klassen, ABC Vancouver City Councillor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
View From Victoria: People hate the carbon tax
bonusView From Victoria: The support for the carbon tax appears to be unraveling. A new opinion poll shows the opposition in BC is growing. We get a local look at the top political stories with the help of Vancouver Sun columnist Vaughn Palmer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Inside the lives of Scotland’s corpse dealers
bonusIn 19th-century Scotland, the value of corpses was tied to the demand for anatomical dissections. Surgeons and anatomists required intact bodies for study, and their worth fluctuated based on the season; winter bodies, decomposing slower, were more valuable. Guest: Jonny Thomson, Philosopher and Writer for Big Think Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Full Show: Exploring your mental dictionary, Resources on the 'black battalion' & Challenging public drug use
Seg 1: Despite its shared foundation with others who speak the same language, each individual's mental dictionary is intricately shaped by their unique life experiences, education, and cultural influences. Guest: Dr. Nichol Castro, Associate Professor of Communicative Disorders and Sciences at the University of Buffalo Seg 2: View From Victoria: Nobody likes to point to Oregon as the model for decriminalization of drugs. It was a well intentioned effort to steer users into treatment but ended up being a total failure. We get a local look at the top political stories with the help of Vancouver Sun columnist Vaughn Palmer. Seg 3: Studies show an unexpected connection between thunderstorms and respiratory issues, particularly asthma. The increasing frequency of severe weather events and the challenge this poses to public health systems in treating respiratory illnesses. Guest: Dr. Chris Worsham, Professor of Pulmonary and Critical Care at Harvard University and Co-Author of “Random Acts of Medicine: The Hidden Forces That Sway Doctors, Impact Patients, and Shape Our Health” Seg 4: Serena noticed a significant gap in resources for younger students when she put together a Remembrance Day bulletin board a few years ago: there were few books addressing the contributions of Black Canadian soldiers during World War I. Guest: Serena Virk, Teacher at Sawmill Valley Public School and Author of "We Remember the Black Battalion" Seg 5: It was a 24-13 Western Final loss in Winnipeg for the Lions. The Offence struggled to get in rhythm most of the day. Now looking ahead to the offseason, when does the building for 2024 start? It’ll be a big season next year with another chance to take the next step with Vancouver hosting the Grey Cup. Guest: Rick Campbell, Head Coach of the BC Lions Seg 6: The Harm Reduction Nurses Association has initiated a legal challenge against the province and attorney general in the B.C. Supreme Court, questioning the constitutionality of the recently enacted Restricting Public Consumption of Illegal Substances Act. Guest: Corey Ranger, President of the Harm Reduction Nurses Association Seg 7: While many war memorials focused on honouring individual combatants, a significant group received limited recognition: the millions of conscripted animals, particularly pigeons, who served alongside soldiers. Guest: Dr. Frank Blazich, Museum Curator of Political and Military History at The Smithsonian Institution Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The role of Cher Ami and other carrier pigeons in WWI
bonusWhile many war memorials focused on honouring individual combatants, a significant group received limited recognition: the millions of conscripted animals, particularly pigeons, who served alongside soldiers. Guest: Dr. Frank Blazich, Museum Curator of Political and Military History at The Smithsonian Institution Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Is banning illicit drug use in certain areas infringing on users’ rights?
bonusThe Harm Reduction Nurses Association has initiated a legal challenge against the province and attorney general in the B.C. Supreme Court, questioning the constitutionality of the recently enacted Restricting Public Consumption of Illegal Substances Act. Guest: Corey Ranger, President of the Harm Reduction Nurses Association Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Monday Morning Quarterbacks with Coach Rick Campbell
bonusIt was a 24-13 Western Final loss in Winnipeg for the Lions. The Offence struggled to get in rhythm most of the day. Now looking ahead to the offseason, when does the building for 2024 start? It’ll be a big season next year with another chance to take the next step with Vancouver hosting the Grey Cup. Guest: Rick Campbell, Head Coach of the BC Lions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why we should remember the Black Battalion
bonusSerena noticed a significant gap in resources for younger students when she put together a Remembrance Day bulletin board a few years ago: there were few books addressing the contributions of Black Canadian soldiers during World War I. Guest: Serena Virk, Teacher at Sawmill Valley Public School and Author of "We Remember the Black Battalion" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Can thunderstorms cause asthma?
bonusStudies show an unexpected connection between thunderstorms and respiratory issues, particularly asthma. The increasing frequency of severe weather events and the challenge this poses to public health systems in treating respiratory illnesses. Guest: Dr. Chris Worsham, Professor of Pulmonary and Critical Care at Harvard University and Co-Author of “Random Acts of Medicine: The Hidden Forces That Sway Doctors, Impact Patients, and Shape Our Health” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices