Kelly and Company

Today on Kelly and Company: There are many stories in the news about the housing crisis and homelessness. How many of the homeless have pets? Do they ever get veterinary care? Dr. Danielle did some research on this topic and will chat about it with us today. The Ontario Court of Justice at 10 Armoury Street in Toronto has been deemed inaccessible by the disability community; Orientation and Mobili...

On today's episode, Lawrence Gunther highlights the Audio Described TVO series All Too Clear, depicting the underwater chaos invasive species are causing in the Great Lakes. And Greg David reviews BBC’s TV show, Reunion, created by a member of the Deaf community, starring members of the Deaf community, and utilizing British Sign Language in its scripts. Show Highlights: Show Intro (00:34) TVO Seri...

On this episode of Kelly and Company: the holidays are approaching and no matter what denomination or observance you may celebrate, there may be some gift giving involved, keeping this meaningful and affordable can be tricky, so Arts and Culture Critic Amy Amantea is here to share some helpful tips. Rebecca Dingwell is an amateur equestrian based in Halifax and one of many horse enthusiasts partic...

Today on Kelly and Company we’ve had many conversations on the topics of health and wellness but we’ve not focused on this one - aging and how to slow it down. Wellness Coach Frances Wong has the answers! Entrepreneur Kevin Shaw joins us to chat about what makes for a great product/service experience. And, we learn about fun arts workshops being offered by Creative Access Manitoba with Kara Joseph...

Today on Kelly and Company, Alicia Grace is a cohost and contributor. She tells us about a long-running broadway play that is headed to the big screens, and finally getting the kind of representation we’ve all been rooting for. Are your feet and hands always cold? Or do you just struggle to feel warm all over, we chat about how you can warm up, with Nutritionist Julia Karantjas. And, Jeff Ryman te...

oday on Kelly and Company we ask, what can we do when our expectations don't match up to reality? We find out with long-time bestie, Psychotherapist Fern Lulham. We’re joined by Marco Pasqua, Co-Founder of Meaningful Access Consulting, who’ll share the surprising ways artificial intelligence is supporting his work in accessibility and entrepreneurship. And, Michael Babcock is here to talk Tech wit...

Today on Kelly and Company we re-introduce Brock Richardson, Host of The Neutral Zone Podcast, and regular Cohost on this show. Mike Feir highlights the Graphic Audio H. P. Lovecraft inspired drama: Lair of the Crystal Fang. And, Blind Fashion Designer Natalie Trevonne tells us about her clothing line NYI (Not Your Inspiration). Show Highlights: Show Intro (00:00) Re-introducing Brock Richardson (...

Today on Kelly and Company, Christine Malec tells us how she’s practicing talking and playing music at the same time, a task that’s a lot harder than she thought. Mary Mammoliti joins us for foodie chat, with her 2 unfailing pasta ingredients, and a brand new cake that’s showed up at Costco. And, Markus McCrackin promises no more button mashing! Not after you modify the X-box controller like he di...

Today on the show, our Wellness Coach, Lucia Bellafante gives us a better understanding of what your emotional and physical health looks like for you, why it’s relevant to parenting, and creating a healthy family environment. What do secret remote control buttons, street addresses, and security guards have in common? Jennie Bovard of AMI-tv’s Pretty Blind has the answer. And our Financial Planner...

Show Highlights: Show intro (00:41) Social Media with Nisreen Abdel-Majid (00:52) AMI Updates with Andy Frank (20:59) Para Sport Nation with Alex Smyth (25:41) Find Kelly & Company on YouTube! About AMI AMI is a media company that entertains, informs and empowers Canadians with disabilities through three broadcast services — AMI-tv and AMI-audio in English and AMI-télé in French — and streamin...

Today on Kelly and Company, Dr Danielle Jongkind and ask-a-veterinarian are back with us on every other Monday. While she often brings us useful information on important topics. We chat with Arnold Cheng of Spectrum Ability with his experience designing the Calgary Event Centre, also known as Scotia Place. And, JJ Hunt throws back to celebrating Halloween while traveling, bringing us stories of st...

Today on the show, we meet and greet with Nisreen Abdel-Majid, Technical Producer and Social Media Extraordinaire. Every two weeks, Greg David, Communications Specialist here at AMI, joins us to talk about everything TV and entertainment. And on Para Sport Nation, the brand new AMI Sports show, Alex Smyth spotlights upcoming para sport events in Canada and abroad, pulls back the curtain on how par...

On our 8th Anniversary of Kelly and Company; Amy Amantea, Arts and culture Critic joins us from Vancouver to talk about last minute Halloween costume creations. Also, John Melville, vice president of Content Development and Programing of production at AMI gives us the scoop on where the company is headed. And, we dive into the deliciously nostalgic world of vintage Halloween treats with none other...

We're so excited to announce that we relaunch Kelly and Company on October 31st at 2 p.m. Eastern on AMI audio and YouTube! Find Kelly & Company on YouTube! About AMI AMI is a media company that entertains, informs and empowers Canadians with disabilities through three broadcast services — AMI-tv and AMI-audio in English and AMI-télé in French — and streaming platform AMI+. Our vision is to establ...

An expression of gratitude from the show hosts. Find Kelly & Company on YouTube! About AMI AMI is a media company that entertains, informs and empowers Canadians with disabilities through three broadcast services — AMI-tv and AMI-audio in English and AMI-télé in French — and streaming platform AMI+. Our vision is to establish AMI as a leader in the offering of accessible content, providing a voice...

The Investigative documentary “ Bodies for Rent” reveals the hidden dangers of pharmaceutical drug testing on society’s most vulnerable. Emmy award winning Canadian documentary filmmaker Habiba Nosheen joins us next to chat about her new Documentary. Is the Body Roundness Index the latest trend replacing Body Mass Index? Find out what it is and how it relates to obesity in our wellness chat with F...

On our Book Club, we explore Nancy L. Eiesland's The Disabled God: Toward a Liberatory Theology of Disability, and discuss how the book reimagines disability in Christian theology. Find Kelly & Company on YouTube! About AMI AMI is a media company that entertains, informs and empowers Canadians with disabilities through three broadcast services — AMI-tv and AMI-audio in English and AMI-télé in...

Is the Body Roundness Index the latest trend replacing Body Mass Index? Find out what it is and how it relates to obesity in our wellness chat with Frances Wong. Find Kelly & Company on YouTube! About AMI AMI is a media company that entertains, informs and empowers Canadians with disabilities through three broadcast services — AMI-tv and AMI-audio in English and AMI-télé in French — and stream...

The Investigative documentary “ Bodies for Rent” reveals the hidden dangers of pharmaceutical drug testing on society’s most vulnerable. Emmy award winning Canadian documentary filmmaker Habiba Nosheen joins us next to chat about her new Documentary. Find Kelly & Company on YouTube! About AMI AMI is a media company that entertains, informs and empowers Canadians with disabilities through three...

Michael Babcock shares how revisiting Python has reignited his passion for solving tech problems! Mark Rankin breaks down the roles of an Orientation and Mobility Specialist, functions he finds he falls into: the Fixer, Cheerleader, Coach, Local Guide, and the Everything Guy. Danielle McLaughlin chats with Lawyer and disability rights advocate David Lepofsky about insights on his battles and accom...

Danielle McLaughlin chats with Lawyer and disability rights advocate David Lepofsky about insights on his battles and accomplishments that have made such a difference to so many people. Find Kelly & Company on YouTube! About AMI AMI is a media company that entertains, informs and empowers Canadians with disabilities through three broadcast services — AMI-tv and AMI-audio in English and AMI-tél...

Mark Rankin breaks down the roles of an Orientation and Mobility Specialist, functions he finds he falls into: the Fixer, Cheerleader, Coach, Local Guide, and the Everything Guy. Find Kelly & Company on YouTube! About AMI AMI is a media company that entertains, informs and empowers Canadians with disabilities through three broadcast services — AMI-tv and AMI-audio in English and AMI-télé in Fr...

Michael Babcock shares how revisiting Python has reignited his passion for solving tech problems! Find Kelly & Company on YouTube! About AMI AMI is a media company that entertains, informs and empowers Canadians with disabilities through three broadcast services — AMI-tv and AMI-audio in English and AMI-télé in French — and streaming platform AMI+. Our vision is to establish AMI as a leader in...

NHL season is just around the corner. Connor McDavid and Sidney Crosby will both be free agents. Brock Richardson gives his predictions on that and more on the sports update. Instagram is now limiting access to teens under 16 using new controls, by using AI to scan their content and comments to see if they are 'acting their age.' John Biehler has more on our App Update. On the Chatty Bookshelf, Ry...

On the Chatty Bookshelf, Ryan Hooey tells us about an accessibility feature on the Amazon Echo line of speakers that will read Kindle eBooks out loud. Find Kelly & Company on YouTube! About AMI AMI is a media company that entertains, informs and empowers Canadians with disabilities through three broadcast services — AMI-tv and AMI-audio in English and AMI-télé in French — and streaming platfor...