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Which activities pose a greater COVID risk?

Jonathan Jarry from the McGill Office for Science and Society on which activities pose a greater risk of spreading COVID-19.
Air Date: July 3, 2020

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Canada's NHL hubs: Is it all worth it?

TSN 690's Sean Campbell on why Canadian cities are being chosen as NHL hubs, and if it's all worth it.
Air Date: July 2, 2020
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Doctor dispels mask-wearing myths

Dr. Christopher Labos offers some facts about COVID-19, including dispelling myths about wearing masks, as well as COVID-19 and breastmilk.
Air Date: July 2, 2020

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In depth: Reasons for Canadian pride

McGill Institute of the study of Canada’s Daniel Beland breaks down why feelings about Canada are unusually high in Quebec.
Air Date: July 1, 2020
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New exoplanet discovered

Jonathan Gagne speaks about the discovery of an exoplanet 32 light years away discovered by someone right here.
Air Date: June 30, 2020

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Concordia professor develops anti-racist toolkit

Concordia professor Vivek Venkatesh has developed a toolkit to fight racism and systemic issues. He talks abo9ut the project.
Air Date: June 26, 2020
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Is leaving the toilet seat up a COVID-19 risk?

Jonathan Jarry from the McGill Office for Science and Society on flushable wipes and the COVID-19 risk of leaving the toilet seat up.
Air Date: June 26, 2020

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What does COVID-19 do to the brain?

Dr. Christopher Labos on whether it's too early to report weekly COVID-19 data and what the disease does to the brain.
Air Date: June 25, 2020
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Students need education about racism: board chair

Noel Burke of the Lester B. Pearson School Board said there's systemic racism in textbooks as the board vows to make concrete changes.
Air Date: June 23, 2020

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Pandemic prompts wine discoveries

The COVID-19 pandemic has encouraged more Canadians to learn about wine, Wine author and drinker Natalie Maclean shares some insights.
Air Date: June 23, 2020
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In-Depth: 'Outstanding' shift to telemedicine

Dr. Lawrence Rosenberg of the Jewish General Hospital explains the wild success of the shift to telemedicine in Quebec.
Air Date: June 22, 2020

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In-depth: Summer reads for politics junkies

Political analyst Donald Cuccioletta with a summer reading list for those political junkies and bookworms.
Air Date: June 22, 2020
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Montreal restaurants prepare to re-open

Martin Vezina of the Quebec Restaurant Association explains what Montreal's eateries have in store when they re-open on Monday.
Air Date: June 21, 2020

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Are new orderlies getting a raw deal?

While the government is promising new orderlies will work full-time, union spokesperson Jeff Begley says many are being told otherwise.
Air Date: June 20, 2020
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How risky are summer activities?

Infectious disease expert at McGill Matthew Oughton explains the COVID-19 risks that come with popular outdoor summer activities.
Air Date: June 20, 2020

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Cathy Wong to lead anti-racism effort at city hall

City councillor Cathy Wong will be the Montreal executive committee member now responsible for diversity, employment inclusion and more.
Air Date: June 17, 2020
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Pandemic put autism treatment on hold

May Al Othman from teletherapy service provider Autimist on how for kids with autism, every month without treatment makes an impact.
Air Date: June 17, 2020

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Apple set to make big changes

Apple is set to showcase its new software and tech and will unveil changes to their apps. Tech analyst Elias Makos has more.
Air Date: June 17, 2020
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CAQ's Skeete wants practical results to end racism

CAQ MNA Christopher Skeete said he thinks people want pragmatic results to stop racism in Quebec and doesn't want to argue over semantics.
Air Date: June 16, 2020

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'Flabbergasted': Black leader reacts to ugly video

Shaina Thornhill from the West Island Black Community Association said the racist video by two girls should be treated as a hate crime.
Air Date: June 16, 2020
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How might COVID-19 affect our brains?

McGill University neurology and psychiatry professor Alan Evans on studies showing how COVID-19 might relate to brain impairment.
Air Date: June 16, 2020

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We must continue physical distancing, warns doctor

Despite eased restrictions in Quebec, we need to continue physical distancing, says Dr. Lawrence Rosenberg of the Jewish General Hospital.
Air Date: June 15, 2020
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Activist calls for concrete change, more diversity

Balarama Holness of Montreal in Action explains what concrete action is needed to fight systemic racism move Montreal city hall forward.
Air Date: June 15, 2020

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Quarantine and too much screen time

Julie Mayer of the Pause Your Screen Campaign on how Quebecers can achieve balance with their screen time during this unusual summer.
Air Date: June 14, 2020
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Should Montreal police be defunded?

Lawyer and activist Marie-Livia Beauge explains what protesters are calling for and why defunding the SPVM could be the right move.
Air Date: June 14, 2020

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What would failed bill mean for Quebec?

Diego Creimer of the David Suzuki Foundation on why he believes Bill 61 would have been bad for Quebec's environment.
Air Date: June 13, 2020
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A case for defunding the police

Concordia professor Nathalie Batraville makes her case for why defunding the police is the only way to end violence amid anti-Black racism.
Air Date: June 12, 2020

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COVID Questions: Can you give someone a lift?

Jonathan Jarry of the McGill Office for Science and Society answers COVID-19 questions, including whether it's okay to give someone a lift.
Air Date: June 12, 2020
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Tips for job hunting post-pandemic

Jessica Gohier, owner of Profilia, has been giving job hunting seminars at Concordia and offers some tips for finding a job after COVID-19.
Air Date: June 11, 2020

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COVID questions: Face shields and plane rides

Dr. Christopher Labos answers your COVID-19 questions, including the merit of face shields, precautions for gatherings and plane rides.
Air Date: June 11, 2020