Best Canadian Cancer Society Podcasts (2025)

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The Truth About White Farmers Being Killed in South Africa: Rob Hersov 49:34

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President Donald Trump has recently criticized the ANC-led government of South Africa for what he says are state-sanctioned, racist policies that have been endangering white farmers. In this episode, I sit down with South African businessman and entrepreneur Robert Hersov to get a read on what’s happening in the country. What is the real story surr…

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New Florida Law Bans the Engineering of Weather: Sayer Ji Explains 33:36

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On June 20, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed Senate Bill 56 into law, criminalizing geoengineering and certain weather modification activities in the state, with violations classified as a third-degree felony. “They were intending to alter the trajectory of hurricanes using things like silver as a way to change the precipitation and intensity o…

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Benn Barrantes, ONBARR Conference; Teresa Di Felice, CAA; Fiona Su, DANCE ON YONGE; Emilie Alderman, VAUGHAN; Mayor Steve Pelligrini, King; Paul Metcalf; TO Jazzfest 57:14

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In today’s show, we have our usual excellent roster of guests covering topics that span what’s trending, what to do with your free time, some health news and what you need to know that is happening in your world. The people bringing us these stories include: Benn Barrantes, CEO, ONBARR Conference Teresa Di Felice, of the CAA with a study of pedestr…

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Amanda Shekarchi: Music, Media, and Making Space 55:44

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In this episode of A Chat with Heart, host Christina Martin engages in a heartfelt conversation with Amanda Shekarchi, a Toronto-based musician and media producer. They explore Amanda's journey as a blind artist, her early musical memories, the unwavering support from her family, and her experiences in the music industry. The discussion explores th…

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EJ Antoni Decodes the Trump Economy and the ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’ Controversy 1:15:43

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Five months into the Trump administration, I sit down with Heritage Foundation chief economist EJ Antoni to get his insights into how the American economy is doing, where the US-China trade war is headed, and how he assesses the “big, beautiful bill,” which has engendered significant debate among conservatives. How are Americans faring financially …

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What America Can Learn From Ohio’s Amish Country: John Miller 59:22

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John Miller is the CEO of Superb Industries. He resisted mounting pressure to move his production overseas to China, and instead innovated and grew a thriving made-in-America component manufacturing business. “Do you make decisions based on the long-term benefit that are principle-based, or do you make decisions for financial gain in the short term…

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June 14 2025-Vacationing Caregivers and Tourism Travel Crackdowns 21:35

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June 14 2025-Vacationing Caregivers and Tourism Travel CrackdownsThere are 4 million family caregivers in Ontario providing support to ill or aging loved ones and while it’s meaningful work, they experience high levels of burn out, so getting away on a summer vacation is an important time to recharge. If you’re caring for a vulnerable loved one, pl…

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Alan Dershowitz on Unrest in LA, Trump-Harvard Clash, and New Book ‘The Preventive State’ 1:09:14

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Say we had credible intelligence about an impending terrorist attack or major acts of violence, what actions are justifiable to prevent these crimes from occurring? How do we balance the urgency of preventing harm, with the importance of safeguarding civil liberties? “We have to make trade-offs all the time, and there’s no jurisprudence to that tra…

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Rebeccah Love, FORTESCUE; Nicolas Bertrand, TOUGH MUDDER; Jacob Gal, YORK PRIDE FEST; Maya Carvalho, MIGRAINES; PROPTER HAWK Pamela Gordon, NATURE OF THINGS TITAN SUBMERSIBLE; 1:00:01

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WE BEGIN …BY CELEBRATING THE FEATURE FILM DEBUT OF A POWERFUL NEW VOICE IN CANADIAN CINEMA. TORONTO-BASED FILMMAKER REBECCAH LOVE’S MOVIE ‘FORTESCUE’ IS DESCRIBED AS A QUIET REFLECTION ON WOMANHOOD, PSYCHOSIS AND FRIENDSHIP, AND TOUCHES ON SOME PRESSING QUESTIONS AROUND MENTAL HEALTH. THE FILM IS FICTIONAL …HOWEVER REBECCA’S PERSONAL EXPERIENCE WIT…

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From Agroterrorism to Bioweapons Research: How the CCP Infiltrates the West | Sam Cooper 1:03:15

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A 33-year-old researcher and her 34-year-old boyfriend, both Chinese nationals, were recently charged with allegedly smuggling into America a fungus called Fusarium graminearum, a potential bioterrorism weapon. This recent case is just the tip of the iceberg, says investigative reporter Sam Cooper. He played a key part in uncovering a similar case …

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Facing Breast Cancer: A Personal Story with Christina's Mom 35:16

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In this deeply personal and inspiring episode of A Chat with Heart, host Christina Martin shares the mic—and the road—with her mother Cecile Martin, as they drive the scenic route between Halifax and Ingramport. What begins as a simple car ride becomes a moving conversation about resilience, healing, and the power of support through a breast cancer…

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The Rise in Cardiovascular Conditions, Myocarditis in Children: Dr. Kirk Milhoan 46:04

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Dr. Kirk Milhoan is a pediatric cardiologist and senior fellow at the Independent Medical Alliance. He has been treating children with myocarditis and other cardiovascular issues associated with COVID-19 and the COVID-19 vaccines. “Four years later, five years later, I’m seeing this constant and dramatic change in who I’m seeing coming to see me. T…

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June 8 2025-Remembering Marc Garneau & What's Trending in Home and Kitchen Design 20:35

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June 8 2025-Remembering Marc Garneau & What's Trending in Home and Kitchen DesignTributes are pouring in for Marc Garneau who died this week at 76. He was the first Canadian to fly in space and then went on to enjoy a career in federal politics. Our Libby Znaimer spoke with Marc Garneu last October, on the 40th anniversary of his first space flight…

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Here’s How Trump Is Changing the Game in the Middle East: Josh Hammer 45:08

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“You can essentially divide the region between two sets of players. You have the, broadly speaking, Western-aligned players, which essentially consist of Israel and the non-Islamist Arab countries—countries like Egypt, Saudi Arabia, UAE—and then, on the other hand, you have the axis of Islamism—of support for Hamas, the Muslim Brotherhood and jihad…

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Brian Pirvu, CAA Worst Roads; Cameron Waite, Real Life Robotics; Laura Lavalee, Evergreen Hospice, Trevor Linden, Cpt Canuck; RH Mayor David West; Jack Mancini 55:32

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The 2025 CAA worst roads campaign has released its annual list ….and you might be surprised which roads *did* and did not make the grade. Government Relations and CAA consultant Brian Pirvu joins us. Cameron Waite is the founder and CEO of Real Life Robotics …here to explain how and why robots are rolling into a neighbourhood near you Laura Lavalee…

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The Wisdom of Athens and Jerusalem and Lessons for Today: Jacob Howland 55:36

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“When we are dispersed and we interact with other human beings only online, and the algorithms feed back our preferences and desires to us, what it effectively does is kind-of isolate us in these multiple sub caves.” Jacob Howland is the provost of the University of Austin, a new, private liberal arts university that is pushing back against censors…

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Max Tegmark on AI Superintelligence: We’re Creating an ‘Alien Species’ That Would Replace Us 59:51

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Few people understand artificial intelligence and machine learning as well as MIT physics professor Max Tegmark. Founder of the Future of Life Institute, he is the author of “Life 3.0: Being Human in the Age of Artificial Intelligence.” “The painful truth that’s really beginning to sink in is that we’re much closer to figuring out how to build this…

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June 1 2025-Canadians' Attitudes Towards the Monarchy & A Major Expansion at Shaw Festival 24:20

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June 1 2025-Canadians' Attitudes Towards the Monarchy & A Major Expansion at Shaw Festival In a historic move, King Charles delivered the first throne speech in Canada by a monarch since 1977, amid tensions with the US. Without mentioning Donald Trump by name, he told Canada’s 45 th opening of Parliament, that this country is indeed strong and free…

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Michael Shellenberger: How China Gained Control of Solar—And Why It Matters 1:16:13

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“It’s now been revealed that the Chinese—who manufacture virtually all of our solar panels, both in the United States and Europe—have been installing cellular radios inside the inverters, which can act as kill switches,” says Michael Shellenberger, an investigative journalist, author, founder of Public, and CBR Chair of Politics, Censorship, and Fr…

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Christian Werhli, Fairy Trail Walk for Esther, Dennis Bulani, Author, Alex Lombardi, Hike for Hospice, Mayor John Taylor, Resident Survey, Jack Mancini, Staying Active in York, Michael Hanson, Glass Tiger ... 59:57

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Joining us – authors and politicians …community builders and a Canadian music legend and hometown hero. Christian Wehrli has organized a very special walk called the Fairly Trail Walk for Esther and is raising funds for children's books in local libraries in honour of his late sister. We have Dennis Bulani, a Saskatchewan farmer and author who wrot…

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How Numbers Can Lie in Scientific Research: Dr. Lynn Fynn 43:36

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Dr. Lynn Fynn is a clinical research scientist and a retired infectious disease specialist. We sat down together to discuss issues she sees plaguing medical research, including the misallocation of funds, a broken peer review process, and major conflicts of interest. ”Any time you incentivize something, you’re creating a bias. And when you create a…

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Jonah Platt: The Incredible Story of Muslims and Jews Visiting Auschwitz Together 40:58

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“Hollywood is about as left and progressive a community as there is in this country. And unfortunately, part of the box you have to check in that very left, super progressive space is being anti-Israel and being pro-Palestine in an anti-Israel way,” says Jonah Platt. Platt is a jack of all trades in the entertainment industry—an actor, director, pr…

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Beyond Lt. Dan: Gary Sinise Reflects on Grief, Gratitude, and a Life Devoted to Honoring America’s Heroes 1:04:30

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“Service … it’s a great healer for a broken heart. It helped me a lot through our fight for our son, and the difficulties and the challenges of fighting for him and then losing him,” says Gary Sinise. An Emmy Award-winning actor, producer, director, and musician, Sinise has dedicated his life to supporting America’s active-duty military, veterans, …

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May 25 2025-A Closer Look at Prostate Cancer & Travel Trends this Summer 21:30

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May 25 2025-A Closer Look at Prostate Cancer & Travel Trends this Summer The late-stage cancer diagnosis of former U.S. president Joe Biden has some medical professionals wondering how the disease was able to go undetected. The 82-year-old has been diagnosed with stage four prostate cancer, considered the most advanced, that’s now spread to his bon…

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Josh Landau, Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs, Ken Campbell, Award Winning Hockey writer, Toronto Star and Hockey Life, Mark Kahan, Canadian Cancer Society, Rebecca Shields, CEO, CMHA, Samson Wat ... 1:01:54

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Our guests on the show include: Josh Landau, Director of Government Relations, Ontario, with the Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs who speaks with us about the rise in hate crimes in the GTA. Ken Campbell, award winning hockey writer who cuts through the noise surrounding the Maple Leafs heartbreaking, gut-wrenching, and hope dashing loss in gam…

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The Monument That Almost Wasn’t: The Remarkable Story Behind Canada’s Anti-Communist Memorial | Ludwik Klimkowski 50:20

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A few months ago, Canada unveiled its national memorial to the millions of victims of communism. In this episode, Ludwik Klimkowski, chair of the Tribute of Liberty, gives us a tour of the memorial and reveals the 17-year battle to realize it as the group navigated changing political winds. “This is a memorial to those who still struggle. This is t…

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Hannah and Simon Stockner: From Bullying to Building Dreams 1:04:18

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In this episode of A Chat with Heart, host Christina Martin reflects on her recent Home Routes tour, sharing stories from the road and the heartwarming connections made along the way. Christina is joined by special guests Simon and Hannah Stockner, a vibrant sibling duo behind the revitalization of the Kispeox River Lodge in Hazelton, British Colum…

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Victor Davis Hanson: How Trump Is Upending the Status Quo, From Beijing to Gaza to Kyiv 1:22:03

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In this episode, we sit down again with Victor Davis Hanson, a classicist, military historian, senior fellow at the Hoover Institution, and author of two dozen books, including most recently “The End of Everything.” In this interview, we dive into the multifaceted dimensions of what he describes as Trump’s “counterrevolution” in the foreign policy …

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May 18 2025 - How Our Siblings Impact Us & The Cost of For-Profit Nursing Agencies for Ontario Hospitals 19:28

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May 18 2025 - How Our Siblings Impact Us & The Cost of For-Profit Nursing Agencies for Ontario HospitalsNew research suggests siblings have a profound impact on each other's lives. In her book, The Family Dynamic: a Journey into the mystery of sibling success, author Susan Dominus explores some high-achieving kids and how their brothers and sisters…

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‘Criminal State’: Unmasking the CCP’s Whole-of-Society Espionage Playbook | Nicholas Eftimiades 55:32

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There are few people who understand the workings of Chinese espionage as well as Nicholas Eftimiades. After a 34-year government career—including time at the CIA, Department of State, and Defense Intelligence Agency—he’s now a professor at Penn State University’s Homeland Security Program and a senior fellow at the Atlantic Council. “China uses wha…

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Nicholas Jennings, Toronto Music Experience, Rob Flack, Ontario Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, Karen Todd, BridgeNorth/Savvy Pathways, Ben Eisen, Fraser Institute- Ontario's Economy is Broken ... 59:57

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Today – we cover some of the stories that made headlines this week along with a great lineup of guests including: Nicholas Jennings, music journalist, historian and board member for the Toronto Music Experience who speaks to us about the launch of this project. Ontario minister of municipal affairs and housing, Rob Flack, who will share details of …

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How One Journalist Is Shattering Echo Chambers: Isaac Saul 53:36

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“One of the major driving factors of the extreme polarization that we’re living through right now is that most news consumers can very easily … tune in somewhere where they are just being force fed worldviews and perspectives that confirm all their priors,” says journalist Isaac Saul. “Think about what media outlets are really making their audience…

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This week’s show is hosted by Suyin the DJ Bear. Suyin the DJ Bear interviews CJ the DJ, Colette Steer, and KM on the FM, Katie-Marie McNeill, about Grad Chat’s history and future. As you may have heard, CJ the DJ is retiring from her role at Queen’s University, and she has passed hosting duties of Grad Chat to her colleague KM on the FM. For upcom…

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Christina Unplugged: Tender Things and Tour Dates 24:33

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In this episode of A Chat with Heart, Christina Martin shares personal stories and updates, reflecting on the arrival of spring in Nova Scotia, her tree planting rituals, and the inspiring journey of her friend living with cancer. She recounts humorous adventures with her cat Olivia, announces upcoming shows and a new live album, and expresses grat…

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What the Mental Health Industry Doesn’t Tell You: Laura Delano 56:39

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“This system I had been turning to for help through all of these years, through the most formative years of life, that I had been assuming existed to take care of me ... was actually a system of control. And I just hadn’t seen it for what it was, because I had never said no to it before,” says Laura Delano, author of “Unshrunk: A Story of Psychiatr…

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May 11 2025 – Sue Hincenbergs' Debut Novel "The Retirement Plan" & Alberta's Separatism Movement 22:24

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May 11 2025 – Sue Hincenbergs' Debut Novel "The Retirement Plan" & Alberta's Separatism MovementMany Zoomers dream of writing a novel, but making that dream a reality is no simple task. And if you’re not famous, selling the book and finding an audience is even harder. But ZoomerMedia alumnus Sue Hincenbergs is celebrating the perfect debut with her…

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How Did Trump Impact the Canadian Election? | Brian Lee Crowley 59:42

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“Donald Trump is looming so large in the Canadian consciousness right now,” says Brian Lee Crowley. “And I have seen a lot of my compatriots running around like chickens with their heads cut off, saying, ‘Oh my God, Donald Trump is a mad man. You can’t understand what he’s doing. There’s no rhyme or reason to it.’ And I looked at what Donald Trump …

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Dr. Justin Esekowitz, Cardiologist and President of the Canadian Heart Failure Society; Mike Smith, Aurora Sports Hall of Fame; Vaughan Mayor Stephen Del Duca (Vaughan Flavours); Ayami Sato (Toronto Maple ... 59:22

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Today – as always - we have a great mix of trending, Insightful, York Region-focussed stories along with A stellar guest list - including: Mike Smith who shares what’s happening at the Aurora Sports Hall of Fame and how you can get involved, plus Vaughan Mayor Stephen Del Duca introduces Vaughan Flavours - a new local food festival set for July and…

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How Intermittent Fasting and Dietary Changes Can Reduce Cancer Risk: Dr. Paul Marik 52:43

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Dr. Paul Marik is a pulmonary and critical care specialist and a founding member of the Independent Medical Alliance, formerly known as the Front Line COVID-19 Critical Care Alliance. “Our healthcare system is completely and utterly broken. From the top to the bottom, it’s a broken, dysfunctional system,” says Marik. “If you do an experiment, it sh…

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Harmeet Dhillon: Inside Trump Admin’s Shake-Up of the DOJ’s Civil Rights Division 1:05:21

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How is the Trump administration transforming the Department of Justice’s civil rights priorities? Joining us today for a deep dive is DOJ Assistant Attorney General Harmeet Dhillon of the civil rights division. Their jurisdiction includes a wide range of constitutional issues, from religious freedom to Title IX protections, race-based discriminatio…

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Peash Saha (Computing) – Improving Efficiency of Societal Services for the Vulnerable through Algorithmic Approach 36:04

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A social choice represents the collective decision of the individuals based on their preferences over the alternatives. There are societal services operated by governmental or non-governmental organizations which implement a social choice model. For example, the allocation of shelters to homeless individuals considers both the preferences of homele…

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May 4 2025-The Link Between CT Scans and Cancer & A History of Attempts to Reform English Spelling 22:35

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May 4 2025-The Link Between CT Scans and Cancer & A History of Attempts to Reform English SpellingCT scans are a popular diagnostic tool but a recent study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association found a link between the scans and cancer. Dr. Derek Tsang, Radiation Oncologist at the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, explains the…

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Steve Bannon: Trump Is Waging ‘Economic Warfare’ on the Chinese Communist Party 1:01:29

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“Never before in history have two great trading entities ever engaged in outright economic warfare, like is being engaged today. And that’s why I say we’re living in historic times,” says Steve Bannon, former White House chief strategist during President Donald Trump’s first administration and host of the “War Room” show. “It’s not just tariffs. Th…

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Mayor Stephen Del Duca, Vaughan; Diana Matheson, Northern Super League; Derek Andrews, Aurora Cultural Centre; Brendan Neely, Guinness World Record; Taz Stuart, Ticks and Mosquitos, Ryan De Silva, Mother ... 48:32

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IF YOU ARE A REGULAR LISTENER, YOU WILL KNOW THAT NOT ONLY HAS ANN BEEN MISSING, THE FEED ITSELF HAS BEEN ON HIATUS AS WE RETOOLED AT THE STATION. TODAY’S SHOW MARKS OUR RETURN AND BECAUSE OF THIS WE HAVE SEVERAL GUESTS WHO WILL GET US ALL BACK IN THE SWING OF THINGS. WE ARE EXCITED TO BE JOINED BY: CO-FOUNDER AND CHIEF GROWTH OFFICER OF THE NORTHE…

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The Dangers of DeepSeek and Chinese Drones: Army Captain Florent Groberg (Ret.) 37:41

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“They picked me up, and I’m hopping on one leg. And I saw Commander Griffin, Major Gray, Major Kennedy, and then USAID [officer] at the time, Ragaei Abdelfattah, were all killed by the same bomber that didn’t kill me,” said Florent Groberg. Groberg is a retired U.S. Army Captain who fought in Afghanistan and was severely injured attempting to thwar…

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Episode 5 - The Final Relay Lap 20:32

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The final episode is here! Kar takes the mic solo in this episode, reflecting on her two unforgettable years in Relay. From sleep-deprived 3 am prep to late night laughs, she reminisces on the chaos, the charm, and everything in between. This episode also features voices you haven’t heard before: some of the amazing AVPs of CRFL! Plus, enjoy a spec…

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Bhavya Bogra (Geography) – Travel Needs of Older Adult Women in Mid-Sized Canadian cities 37:22

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With Canada’s aging population and rising immigration rates, this research explores the unique transportation challenges faced by older adult women—both local-born and immigrants—in mid-sized Canadian cities. For upcoming interviews check out the Grad Chat webpage on Queen’s University School of Graduate Studies & Postdoctoral Affairs website.…

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The First Legislation in America Banning Medical Mandates: Leslie Manookian 30:32

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“What happened during COVID is exactly a perfect illustration of the harms of sacrificing some for the many,” says Leslie Manookian, founder and president of the Health Freedom Defense Fund. She played a pivotal role in getting her state of Idaho to pass the first legislation in the United States banning most medical mandates, including vaccines an…

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April 27 2025-How a Papal Conclave Works & What's Hot in Ontario Cottage Real Estate? 21:25

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April 27 2025-How a Papal Conclave Works & What's Hot in Ontario Cottage Real Estate? More than 200 Cardinals from around the world--including five from Canada--have gathered in Rome preparing for the Conclave to elect the successor to Pope Francis. We’ll take a look at what may happen behind closed doors. Guest host Kathy Hyde speaks with Father R…

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Leaked Directive Reveals the CCP’s Desperate Strategy to Survive the Trade War: Heng He 59:53

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A recently leaked directive details the Chinese Communist Party’s strategy to respond to Trump’s tariffs. How is the CCP trying to leverage this moment? Will this be the end of China as the “factory of the world?” And what’s behind the purges in the military, the apparent removal of two Xi Jinping loyalists, and recent changes in top CCP leadership…