NOW with Dave Brown

Invasive earthworms are reshaping North American ecosystems. Lawrence Gunther explores this issue. From the June 19, 2024, episode.

Many athletes with disabilities got their start in able-bodied sports. Peter Parsons reflects on his own experience and evolution into parasport. From the June 19, 2024, episode.

Today on NOW with Dave Brown: Shelley Petit reviews her takeaways from New Brunswick's programming for National AccessAbility Week. Jennifer Jones from Blindness Canada tells you all about their upcoming fundraiser “Move for Sight” on June 23! Plus, entertainment critic Kim Thistle shares her thoughts on “Atlas” starring Jennifer Lopez. This is the June 17, 2024, episode.

In celebration of their 50th year anniversary, Fighting Blindness Canada will be hosting the “Move for Sight” Challenge on June 23! Jennifer Jones, President and CEO tells you all about it! From the June 17, 2024, episode.

Tech expert Steven Scott shares a few new accessible navigation tools that caught his attention including the OKO App and the WeWalk Smart Cane 2. From the June 17, 2024, episode.

Entertainment critic Kim Thistle stops by to review “Atlas”, the new science fiction action film starring Jennifer Lopez. From the June 17, 2024, episode.

The province of New Brunswick embraced National AccessAbility Week with a variety of events and ceremonies. Shelley Petit shares her takeaways from this year’s programming. She also discusses the upcoming Women’s Strike Canada march taking place on June 24th in Fredericton. From the June 17, 2024, episode.

Calgary residents continue to deal with the fallout of a major watermain break. Canadian Press Weekend Editor Michelle McQuigge shares the latest news. She also recaps new data that finds the Nova Scotian government has fallen behind on opening new shelters for people experiencing homelessness. From the June 17, 2024, episode.

Today on NOW with Dave Brown, British Columbia has finalized regulations to provide minimum-wage and basic protections for workers on platforms such as Uber. How do you feel about the regulations? A critical water main break in Calgary continues to affect water usage across the city. How prepared would you be in a situation like this? The G7 Summit is currently going down in Apulia, Italy. Several...

The Crime Writers Canada Awards and Lambda Awards recently took place. Karen McKay from CELA highlights some of this year’s winners!

Canada has announced two pilot programs that will give eligible international caregivers permanent residency when they arrive in Canada. Reporter Meagan Gillmore shares more on this story.

The G7 Summit is currently going down in Apulia, Italy. Several subjects are being discussed including the Russia-Ukraine war. How effective is the G7 in shaping major issues?

A critical water main break in Calgary continues to affect water usage across the city. How prepared would you be in a situation like this?

British Columbia has finalized regulations to provide minimum-wage and basic protections for workers on platforms such as Uber. How do you feel about the regulations?

Today on NOW with Dave Brown: host Dave Brown celebrates International Albinism Awareness Day with a special live broadcast at the Lighthouse Arts Centre in Halifax, Nova Scotia! He chats with three individuals from the community who are making waves in the world of albinism advocacy including goalball player Amy Burk, rapper RobenX and podcaster Garth Mullins! This is the June 13, 2024, episode.

Garth Mullins from the Vancouver Area Network of Drug Users returns to the show in celebration of International Albinism Awareness Day. He shares his passion for radio production, podcasting and music in addition to his ongoing efforts for human rights. From the June 13, 2024, episode.

Apple announced their version of AI at Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference. Marc Aflalo breaks down the details. From the June 13, 2024, episode. From the June 13, 2024, episode.

CNIB New Brunswick is running two news programs for members. Moncton community reporter Natalie Fougere tells you all about their Coffee Chat program and their Vision Loss Group! From the June 13, 2024, episode.

Rapper RobenX is dedicated to raising awareness on Albinism and anti-bullying. He reflects on his journey as an artist and explores the importance of advocacy year-round. From the June 13, 2024, episode.

Goalball player Amy Burk is preparing for a spot at the 2024 Summer Games in Paris, France! Alex Smyth shares his exclusive interview with her on the Road to the Paralympics. From the June 13, 2024, episode.

Today on NOW with Dave Brown: climate disasters continue to be top of mind for Canadians. Anne Camozzi reviews some expert predictions. Plus, Winnipeg Folk Festival & Montreal Jazz Festival are coming down the pipeline! Derek Lackey and Elizabeth Mohler highlight this year’s events! This is the June 12, 2024, episode.

The junior and senior National Goalball Championships recently took place. Peter Parsons reflects on the games. From the June 12, 2024, episode.

The Montreal Jazz Festival is kicking off at the end of this month. Elizabeth Mohler shares tips on navigating the festival. From the June 12, 2024, episode.

Father’s Day is this weekend. How does disability and fatherhood intersect? Journalist John Loeppky shares a recent article he published on the experience of fathers with disabilities. From the June 12, 2024, episode.

The Winnipeg Folk Festival is returning to Birds Hill Provincial Park this summer! Community reporter Derek Lackey gives you a preview on what’s to come. From the June 12, 2024, episode.