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NOW with Dave Brown
Join Dave Brown as he discusses the latest news, sports, entertainment and current events through a disability lens.
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Financial Troubles at TD Bank 15.05.2024 14:20
TD Bank appears to be in some hot water. Fintrac levied a $9.2-million penalty against the bank for non-compliance with money laundering. Aaron Broverman offers some insight into this story. From the May 15, 2024, episode.
Episode 1029: Full Show 14.05.2024 1:44:50
Today on NOW with Dave Brown, working caregivers spend more than 30 hours each week on caregiving, how can employers ease their workload? Reporter Meagan Gillmore explores this matter. Politics, disability and accessibility intersect in all kinds of ways. Kelly Bron Johnson offers some thoughts. May is Asian Hertiage Month, Anu Pala reflects on her family’s journey to Canada. And, the weekly news...
Weekly News Quiz - May 14, 2024 14.05.2024 14:15
The weekly news quiz has a new round called “Time Travel Trivia”. Elysia Yardley, Alex Smyth and Karen Magee jump in the time machine! From the May 14, 2024 episode.
Honouring Asian Heritage Month 14.05.2024 12:23
May is Asian Hertiage Month. Anu Pala reflects on her family’s journey to Canada. From the May 14, 2024, episode.
Mara’s Massey Hall Experience 14.05.2024 9:21
Massey Hall is a legendary concert hall in Toronto. Community reporter Mara Hutchinson shares her review on the venue’s accessibility. From the May 14, 2024 episode.
Supporting Caregivers at Work 14.05.2024 23:18
Working caregivers spend more than 30 hours each week on caregiving, how can employers ease their workload? Reporter Meagan Gillmore explores this matter. From the May 14, 2024, episode.
Importance of Political Engagement 14.05.2024 11:15
Politics, disability and accessibility intersect in all kinds of ways. But the political process can be frustrating. How do you stay engaged through the frustration? Kelly Bron Johnson offers some thoughts. From the May 14, 2024, episode.
Episode 1028: Full Show 13.05.2024 1:44:42
Today on NOW with Dave Brown: wildfires are blazing in B.C. and Alberta. Michelle McQuigge from the Canadian Press gives you the latest news. May is Vision Health Month in Canada. Dr. Keith Gordon from the Canadian Council for the Blind tells you about their annual conference. Plus “Unfrosted” is trending at number one on Netflix. Amy Amantea shares her “sweet” take on the film. This is the May 13...
CCB Vision Health Month Conference 13.05.2024 11:01
May is Vision Health Month in Canada. Dr. Keith Gordon from the Canadian Council for the Blind tells you about their annual conference. From the the May 13, 2024, episode.
Hardware Concerns in Tech Products 13.05.2024 13:25
Companies are releasing hardware with features that aren't implemented yet but are promised to arrive later. Shaun Preece addresses some of these concerns. From the the May 13, 2024, episode.
Film Review: "Unfrosted" 13.05.2024 18:01
“Unfrosted” is trending at number one on Netflix. Amy Amantea shares her “sweet” take on the film. From the the May 13, 2024, episode.
IABC/Toronto OVATION Awards 13.05.2024 17:24
The International Association of Business Communicators hosted the Ovation Awards in Toronto last week. Matisse Hamel-Nelis recaps the event. From the the May 13, 2024, episode.
Wildfires in B.C. & Alberta 13.05.2024 10:51
Wildfires are blazing in B.C. and Alberta. Canadian Press Weekend News Editor Michelle McQuigge shares the latest news. From the May 13, 2024, episode.
Episode 1027: Full Show 10.05.2024 1:44:49
Today on NOW with a Dave Brown: weekly news panelist Michelle McQuigge and Joeita Gupta discuss a range issues including housing for people with disabilities in Nova Scotia. They also debate the use of the notwithstanding clause by politicians. Plus, they contemplate the changes at Canada Post. This is the May 10, 2024, episode.
Cancelled Television Series 10.05.2024 12:24
CBS is cancelling their hit show “Blue Bloods.” Greg David explores why a network might cancel a show that is performing really well. From the May 10, 2024, episode.
Changes at Canada Post 10.05.2024 6:59
Canada Post is considering some changes. That could include a reduction in how often mail is delivered. How would you feel about mail delivery three or four times a week? News panelists Michelle McQuigge and Joeita Gupta tackle this question. From the May 10, 2024, episode.
Politicians Using the Notwithstanding Clause 10.05.2024 15:46
Last week Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre appeared before a meeting of the Canadian Police Association. He made some comments about the constitution, human rights and the notwithstanding clause. What do you make of Poilievre's remarks? News panelists Michelle McQuigge and Joeita Gupta share their opinions. From the May 10, 2024, episode.
Housing for People with Disabilities in N.S. 10.05.2024 20:53
Nova Scotia has not met their March 31 deadline to stop institutionalizing people with disabilities. The deadline is now being pushed until the end of this year. What do you make of the government’s new timeline? News panelists Michelle McQuigge and Joeita Gupta weigh in with their thoughts. From the May 10, 2024, episode.
Episode 1026: Full Show 09.05.2024 1:44:55
Today on NOW with Dave Brown, season five of “Postcards From” debuts this month, Christa Couture gives you a sneak preview. The 2024 UCI Para-cycling Road World Cup is taking place across Europe. Community reporter Nathan Clement gives you an update on how it’s going. A Toronto restaurant owner attempted to waive tipping but had to bring it back. Dawn Dickinson shares this story in her preview of...
Film Review: “The Fall Guy” 09.05.2024 15:20
Ryan Gosling’s latest action-comedy flick debuted this past weekend. Michael McNeely shares his review of “The Fall Guy.”
Apple Unveils New Products 09.05.2024 14:36
Apple unveiled new products this week. Marc Aflalo breaks down the details.
Para-cycling World Cup 09.05.2024 12:39
The 2024 UCI Para-Cycling Road World Cup is taking place across Europe. Community reporter Nathan Clement gives you an update on how it’s going.
Season 5 of "Postcards From" 09.05.2024 15:09
Season five of “Postcards From” debuts this month. Christa Couture gives you a sneak preview.
Restaurant Tipping & Fair Wages 09.05.2024 12:59
A Toronto restaurant owner attempted to waive tipping but had to bring it back. Dawn Dickinson shares this story in her preview of Maclean’s Magazine.
Episode 1025: Full Show 08.05.2024 1:44:48
Today on NOW with Dave Brown: May is Vision Health Month. Dr. Phil Hooper reflects on the importance of eye health awareness. The Accessibility Awards were handed out in Whitby Ontario recently. Alex Smyth shares his interviews with some of the nominees: Luca De Montis and Dennis Ong. Plus, host Dave Brown and Jennie Bovard shine the spotlight on Meagan Gillmore in a special edition of “Ask Meagan...
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