Mornings with Simi

The persistent human desire to manipulate reality spans from early photographic alterations to modern deep fakes. Although technological advancements have transformed the landscape of image manipulation, the fundamental motives behind these actions remain the same. Guest: Dr. Walter Scheirer, Collegiate Associate Professor of Computer Science and Engineering at the University of Notre Dame Learn m...

Seg 1: Who killed Iaon Culianu? Ioan Culianu, a distinguished historian of religion and culture, and Mircea Eliade, a revered figure in religious studies renowned for his contributions to understanding religion and myth across cultures, shared an intertwined connection marked by mentorship and controversy. Guest: Dr. Bruce Lincoln, Author of “Secrets, Lies, and Consequences,” and Professor Emeritu...

Since its establishment in 1888, the Vancouver Park Board has remained a subject of ongoing discussion and discord within the city. Its contributions include shaping iconic landmarks such as VanDusen Botanical Garden and English Bay. Over time, the board's influence has extended to various parks and recreational activities, contributing significantly to the city's infrastructure and leisure spaces...

Our guest's mother was showing signs of dementia for years. Despite evident signs of the condition, obtaining an official diagnosis seemed like an insurmountable task. The hospitals said they couldn't provide a diagnosis, so they redirected Dan to make an appointment with his family doctor instead. Guest: Dan Cripps, Vancouverite Caring for his Mother with Dementia Learn more about your ad choices...

The mayor of Vancouver has initiated a council motion to request changes to the Vancouver Charter, seeking the elimination of the requirement for an elected park board. Guest: Sarah Kirby-Yung, ABC Vancouver City Councillor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

TIME Magazine has honoured Taylor Swift as its 2023 Person of the Year, recognizing her widespread influence and cultural significance. Guest: Dr. Norma Coates, Associate Professor at the Don Wright Faculty of Music and the Faculty of Information and Media Studies at Western University Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joseph Emerson, the off-duty Alaska Airline pilot who tried to cut the engines of a flight in October, has been charged with 83 counts of reckless endangerment and one count of endangering an aircraft. But, he was deterred from seeking counseling for his depression, trauma, and self-medicating tendencies in fear he would be grounded from flying. Guest: Mike Baker, Seattle Bureau Chief for The New...

View From Victoria: Usually governments grow bigger not smaller, but Vancouver Mayor Ken Sim wants to reduce his government by removing the elected park board. 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

Ioan Culianu, a distinguished historian of religion and culture, and Mircea Eliade, a revered figure in religious studies renowned for his contributions to understanding religion and myth across cultures, shared an intertwined connection marked by mentorship and controversy. Guest: Dr. Bruce Lincoln, Author of “Secrets, Lies, and Consequences,” and Professor Emeritus of Religious History at the Un...

Seg 1: How does the Oxford English Dictionary choose its Word of the Year? The Oxford word of the year for 2023 is "rizz," an internet slang term mostly used by young people to describe romantic appeal or charm. Guest: Fiona McPherson, Senior Editor at the Oxford English Dictionary Seg 2: View From Victoria: Fueling speculation on an early election As expected, some of the latest polling is showin...

Making Cents of the Markets: 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

An investigation by The Wall Street Journal, set up test accounts on Instagram focused on young gymnasts, cheerleaders, and other teen influencers. These test accounts, following only young girls, were served explicit and sexualized content by Instagram's Reels algorithm.  Guest: Jeffrey Horwitz, Technology Reporter for The Wall Street Journal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/a...

It’s something everyone thinks about if they have been scammed, and our guest utilizes his master’s degree in Homeland Security to expose scammers on TikTok, helping followers recognize and avoid online and telephone scams. Guest: Ryan Kelly, Comedian and Homeland Security Expert Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

100’s of pairs of shoes are collected and distributed before ending up on the stairs of the Vancouver Art Gallery as a memorial for women who were killed by domestic and intimate partner violence. Guest: Tima Dickerson, Union Representative for the Women’s Committee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Historical limitations on contraception continue to echo throughout women's health research. With a lack of innovation, women are forced to opt for a one-size-fits-all hormonal contraceptive method. Guest: Nicole Schmidt, Contributing Journalist for The Walrus Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

View From Victoria: As expected, some of the latest polling is showing the BC Conservatives are solidly in second place with a nine point lead over BC United, which has triggered a round of speculation on a possible early election. 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

The Oxford word of the year for 2023 is "rizz," an internet slang term mostly used by young people to describe romantic appeal or charm. Guest: Fiona McPherson, Senior Editor at the Oxford English Dictionary Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec. 5, 2023: Guest host Jill Bennett in for Simi Sara How does cracked metal heal itself? It turns out that metal is capable of healing itself Guest: Dr. Michael Demkowicz, Research Participant and Associate Professor at Texas A&M Materials Science and Engineering Scott's thoughts: Should we tip even more during the holiday season? Guest: Scott Shantz, Contributor for Mornings with Simi View from...

There is a widespread scarcity of childcare facilities across neighbourhoods in Vancouver Guest host Jill Bennett talks to Lisa Dominato, ABC Vancouver City Councillor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Government of B.C. is expanding its Road to Recovery program by adding 95 new recovery beds at St. Paul’s Guest host Jill Bennett talks to Dr. Julian Somers, Distinguished Professor of Health Sciences and Addiction at Simon Fraser University Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Like clockwork, YVR has promised time and time again that their operations will be improved by next winter Guest: Tamara Vrooman, President and Chief Executive Officer of Vancouver International Airport Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott Shantz, Contributor for Mornings with Simi, talks to Dr. Anna Lembke, American Psychiatrist and Chief of the Stanford Addiction Medicine Centre, and Author of Dopamine Nation: Finding Balance in the Age of Indulgence Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There are complex dynamics surrounding free speech and safety within Canadian university campuses, especially when it comes to the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict Guest host Jill Bennett talks to Graeme Maitland, Associate Lawyer with Aarbo Fuldauer LLP Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Private forecasters see economic growth in B.C. slowing to 0.5% next year. The Vancouver Sun's Vaughn Palmer is here with his take on the day's headlines. Guest host Jill Bennett talks to Vaughn Palmer, Vancouver Sun Columnist Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Guest host Jill Bennett talks to Scott Shantz, Contributor for Mornings with Simi Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices