Full Show: The origins of Aspirin, Why is Air Canada terrible at timing & BC's finances in 2024
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Show Notes
Seg 1: How was Aspirin developed?
The historical use of willow bark in medicinal practices dates back around 3500 years to ancient civilizations. Ancient Egyptians used a concoction made from white willow tree leaves to treat inflamed wounds.
Guest: Dr. Joe Schwarcz, Director of McGill University's “Office for Science and Society”
Seg 2: View From Victoria:
The Homeowner Grant is surviving another year with the government maintaining the eligibility threshold at $2.15 million assessed value. The Vancouver Sun's Vaughn Palmer is here with his take on the day's headlines.
Seg 3: Why is Air Canada the worst on-time airline in North America?
Air Canada's OTP for 2023 was the lowest among major North American airlines, achieving only a 63% on-time performance rate.
Guest: John Gradek, Aviation Management Professor at McGill University
Seg 4: What’s in store for BC’s finances in 2024?
Economic experts foresee a slow growth year in 2024 for British Columbia and the rest of Canada due to high interest rates.
Guest: Katrine Conroy, BC’s Minister of Finance
Seg 5: Why is BC's Constitution protecting drug use at parks?
The "playground" amendment in British Columbia aimed to regulate the possession and use of illicit drugs within specific child-centric areas. The amendment was introduced as a measure to address rising drug-related disorders while maintaining a lenient approach to personal drug possession.
Guest: Tristin Hopper, Reporter for the National Post
Seg 6: Why do we feel bogged-down?
Our guest began noticing a common theme between feelings of incompetence and those requesting his advice leading to speculation that we’re stuck in the psychological equivalent of standing knee-deep in a fetid bog.
Guest: Dr. Adam Mastroianni, Experimental Psychologist and Author of the “Experimental History” Newsletter
Seg 7: What will we learn from Epstein’s unsealed court documents?
The sealed court filings awaiting release are a result of a defamation lawsuit filed by Virginia Giuffre, one of Epstein's accusers. These documents, numbering over 150, are believed to contain extensive information on Epstein's connections, activities, and relationships with influential personalities.
Guest: Jacob Shamsian, Crime & Courts Correspondent for Business Insider
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