February 24, 2022 - Russia Invades Ukraine; Emergencies Act Ends; Ayla Brook; Mental Health
Real Talk Ryan Jespersen · Ryan Jespersen
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Show Notes
2:00 | With the unfolding crisis in Ukraine, Ryan reviews what's happening with the Russian invasion and how the world is responding to the unprovoked military attack.
15:03 | Schulich School of Law Dr. Wayne MacKay and University of Ottawa Dr. Nomi Claire Lazar discuss the Emergencies Act being invoked on February 14, the dropping of it 10 days later, and the precedents set.
40:20 | Musician Ayla Brook on releasing an album just days before the pandemic, how he and his band, Ayla Brook & The Sound Men, have adapted, and the new mini-documentary film all about it.
49:52 | Mental health advocate Victoria Maxwell shares her personal journey through a bipolar disorder diagnosis, how humour and humility helped her comes to terms with her condition, and encouraging others do the same.