Accessible Media Inc

NOW with Dave Brown

Society EN ↓ 600 episodes

Join Dave Brown as he discusses the latest news, sports, entertainment and current events through a disability lens.

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Accessible Media Inc

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Society

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www.ami.ca

Latest episode

Oct 1, 2024

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Episodes

Climate Disaster Forecasts 12.06.2024

Climate disasters continue to be top of mind for Canadians. But what are the climate experts forecasting? Anne Camozzi reviews their predictions. From the June 12, 2024, episode.

Episode 1042: Full Show 10.06.2024

Today on NOW with Dave Brown: Newfoundland and Labrador is introducing a provincial disability benefit. Michelle McQuigge from the Canadian Press shares this story. Plus, Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference is taking place today. Steven Scott looks ahead to the event. This is the June 11, 2024, episode.

Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference 10.06.2024

Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference is just hours away. Steven Scott looks ahead to the event. From the June 11, 2024, episode.

Series Review: “Eric” 10.06.2024

“Eric” is a psychological miniseries on Netflix starring Benedict Cumberbatch. Amy Amantea gives her review. From the June 11, 2024, episode.

Adaptive Fitness 10.06.2024

Fitness comes in all shapes and forms. How do you go about adapting exercise to meet your personal fitness needs? Kelly Bron Johnson shares her own insight. From the June 11, 2024, episode.

Newfoundland and Labrador Disability Benefit 10.06.2024

The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador is introducing a provincial disability benefit. Michelle McQuigge from the Canadian Press has more on this story. From the June 11, 2024, episode.

Episode 1041: Full Show 07.06.2024
Educational TV Programs 07.06.2024

Two documentaries on educational programming recently hit streaming services. Communications Specialist Greg David reminisces on “Mr. Dressup” and “Reading Rainbow.” From the June 7, 2024, episode.

Accessibility Awards 07.06.2024

Alex Smyth wraps up his coverage of the Accessibility Awards with one last conversation around legislation. He shares interviews with Kate Chung from the Accessible Housing Network and human rights lawyer Lorin Macdonald. From the June 7, 2024, episode.

Shared Phone Plans & Domestic Violence 07.06.2024

Women's Shelters Canada is calling on phone companies to adjust how they respond to people escaping domestic violence. What actions should phone companies be taking? News panelists with Michelle McQuigge and Joeita Gupta contemplate this question. From the June 7, 2024, episode.

Foreign Interference & Politics 07.06.2024

The National Security and Intelligence Committee of Parliamentarians released a heavily redacted document this week. Alleging some parliamentarians have actively helped foreign governments meddle in Canadian politics. How concerned are you by the findings? News panelists with Michelle McQuigge and Joeita Gupta share their opinions. From the June 7, 2024, episode.

Grocery Price Caps 07.06.2024

The Federal NDP put forward a motion this week about a price cap on certain grocery staples. How do you feel about a grocery code of conduct? News panelists with Michelle McQuigge and Joeita Gupta weigh in with their thoughts. From the June 7, 2024, episode.

Episode 1040: Full Show 06.06.2024

Today on NOW with Dave Brown: popularity of the private health care sector is growing. But why are Canadians making the switch? Dawn Dickinson explains in her preview of Maclean’s Magazine. AI might make an appearance at Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference. Marc Aflalo gives a preview of what fans could expect. Plus, Julie Grant recently won an Accessibility Award for building a website to pro...

Classic Film Review: “Saving Private Ryan” 06.06.2024

Today is the 80th anniversary of D-Day. To commemorate the day, Michael McNeely shares a classic film review of Steven Spielberg’s “Saving Private Ryan.” From the June 6, 2024, episode.

Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference 06.06.2024

AI might be making an appearance at Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference. What can Apple fans expect? Marc Aflalo chats all about it! From the June 6, 2024, episode.

Accessibility Awards 06.06.2024

Julie Grant recently won an Accessibility Award for building a website to promote inclusive playgrounds. Alex Smyth shares his interview with her from the Abilities Centre in Whitby, Ontario. He also shares interviews with disability advocate Trevor Noah and author Talina Papazian. From the June 6, 2024, episode.

‘The Great Outdoors’ Comedy Festival 06.06.2024

The Great Outdoors Comedy Festival is making its way across Canada. Comedian Niek Theelen gives you a sneak peek! From the June 6, 2024, episode.

Private Health Care in Canada 06.06.2024

Popularity of the private health care sector is growing. But why are Canadians making the switch? Dawn Dickinson explores this subject in her preview of Maclean’s Magazine. From the June 6, 2024, episode.

Episode 1039: Full Show 05.06.2024

Today on NOW with Dave Brown: StatCan released their first in-depth report on the 2022 Canadian Survey on Disability. Meagan Gillmore from Canadian Affairs breaks down some of the findings. Canada’s wildfire season has hit hard in B.C. Arno Kopecky updates you on the situation. Plus, what is the best process to creating a budget? Ryan Chin offers tips on tracking expenses and saving money. This is...

Canada’s Wildfire Season 05.06.2024

Canada’s wildfire season has hit hard in British Columbia. Arno Kopecky gives an update on the current situation. From the June 5, 2024, episode.

Creating Confidence Workshop 05.06.2024

Blind Beginnings is hosting a “Creating Confidence” Workshop in B.C. Community reporter Amy Amantea tells you all about it. She also gives you details about Braille Mountain Initiative, a nonprofit organization dedicated to inspiring blind and partially sighted individuals to engage in backcountry mountain sports. From the June 5, 2024, episode.

Budgeting Process 05.06.2024

What is the best process to creating a budget? Ryan Chin offers tips on tracking expenses and saving money. From the June 5, 2024, episode.

Canadian Survey on Disability Report 05.06.2024

Statistics Canada released their first in-depth report on the 2022 Canadian Survey on Disability. Meagan Gillmore from Canadian Affairs breaks down some of the findings. From the June 5, 2024, episode.

Episode 1038: Full Show 04.06.2024

Today on NOW with Dave Brown: the Accessible Canada-Accessible World Conference took place last week. Denis Boudreau recaps his biggest takeaways. Para judoka Priscilla Gagné is preparing for a spot at the 2024 Paralympics! Alex Smyth shares his exclusive interview with her. Plus, Alex Smyth, Karen Magee and Elysia Yardley compete in another edition of the weekly news quiz! This is the June 4, 202...

Weekly News Quiz - June 4, 2024 04.06.2024

Alex Smyth, Karen Magee and Elysia Yardley compete in another edition of the weekly news quiz! From the June 4, 2024, episode.

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