Full Show: Obsessing over snakes, Traditional knowledge in the modern world & Taking classic books out of the classroom
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Show Notes
Seg 1: Why are Canadians obsessed with snakes
There are approximately 164,000 snakes kept as pets in Canada. Reportedly, 43% of Canadians who purchase snakes do so without any research beforehand.
Guest: Dr. Steven R. Hall, Snakebite Expert and Lecturer in Pharmacology at Lancaster University
Seg 2: View From Victoria:
An announcement on Surrey schools projects will see the government moving to clean up some of the fallout from the budget. 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
Former President Trump has requested a delay in his federal classified documents criminal case in Florida until after the 2024 election, claiming he cannot receive a fair trial this year as the leading candidate.
Guest: Reggie Cecchini, Washington Correspondent for Global News
Seg 4: The modern transmission of traditional knowledge
Without the transmission of information, we wouldn’t have modern day sunglasses.
Guest: Lisi Kavik-Mickiyuk, Inuit Nunangat SIKU Coordinator with the Arctic Eider Society
Seg 5: The life and legacy of Brian Mulroney
Mulroney's legacy is characterized by a mix of accomplishments and controversies. Despite the challenges, he remained proud of his contributions, emphasizing his leadership decisions in the best interest of Canada.
Guest: John Ivison, Political Columnist at The Globe and Mail
Seg 6: Kickin it with the Caps
Guest: Vanni Sartini, Coach of the Vancouver Whitecaps
Seg 7: The problem with taking classic books off school reading lists
To Kill A Mockingbird is the third most-banned book in the world, preceded by The Call of the Wind and The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn. The main reasons cited for the Mockingbird ban are: strong language, discussions of sexuality and rape, and the use of the n-word.
Guest: Florian Gassner, Associate Professor of Teaching at the University of British Columbia
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