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If headlines are tiny snapshots, @ issue is an expansive landscape. Society’s most crucial issues are analyzed by informed experts and actual principals at the centre of controversies, conflicts and societal conundrums. Investigative and insightful discussions on @ issue leave viewers not just up-to-date, but intuitively informed and enlightened.
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Women In The Armed Forces - Week of February 22, 2010
The Canadian Armed Forces has one of the highest proportions of women to men in the world. Join us on @issue as we examine the role of women in the armed forces, the effect that masculine traditions, procedures, codes, and discrimination play. And we’ll also look at the benefits and successes that women have achieved as they pave the way for the future of our armed forces. Host: Arlene Bynon Guests: Susan Beharriell, Retired Senior Air Force Intelligence Officer in the Canadian Forces - Captain Jodi-Jane Longley, Air Navigator - Karen D. Davis, CD, M.A., Team Leader, and Captain Julie Misquitta. |
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The Green Machine - Week of February 22, 2010
Join us on @issue as we examine the environmental movement in Canada, what individuals can do to play their part, as well as examine whether or not all of the claims of those companies that are producing “green” products are really as beneficial as they purport to be. Host: Manny Makris Guests: Scott McDougall; President Terra Choice Environmental Marketing Inc. Chris Winter; Executive Director Conservation Council of Ontario. Ken Elsey; Canadian Energy Efficiency Alliance |
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Humanitarian Relief - Week of February 22, 2010
For years Canada has been known around the world as a country that cares. But do Canadians really put their money where their mouths are? Do we still get involved in places like Darfur, Haiti, and Rwanda? And what can we do to make a difference? Join us on @issue as we investigate the humanitarian crisis around the world and find out what Canadians are doing about them. Host: Manny Makris. Guests: Bella Lam, Canadian Feed The Children - Marilyn McHarg, MÉDECINS SANS FRONTIÈRES and Anna Miller, Canadian Physicians for Aid and relief. |
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Eating Disorders - Week of February 22, 2010
Anorexia and Bulimia - The Pressure to be Beautiful. A look at the causes, effects and remedies to eating disorders. |
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Social Engineering - Week of February 22, 2010
Have citizens given away too much power over their lives to the people who are meant to serve us Government? Have we become the servants of city hall, provincial legislatures, the federal Govenment, instead of the other way around? |
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Aliens - Have They Visited Us? - Week of February 22, 2010
Aliens: Have They Visited Us? |
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Financial Advisors - Week of February 22, 2010
Friends or Ponzie Scammers? Bernie Madoff and other financial icons have come to represent all that is bad in the current fiscal downturn, but many are also asking if the actions of their everyday financial advisors were any less responsible for the planet’s biggest ever personal wealth decline. Was the advice provided by Financial Planners based on solid business analysis and proper risk mitigation strategies or were personal agendas, targets, bonus structures, and corporate greed the true motivating factors in helping to dictate a person’s funds? Join us on @issue as we examine the financial advisor industry. Host: Arlene Bynon. Guests: Alan Cameron, Branch Manager Investment Planning Counsel of Canada - Cindy Leathwood, Managing Partner- DLC Prestige - and Kristine Douglas, Wealthy Planning. |
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Gambling and Retirement - Week of February 22, 2010
As Canada’s boomers age, many are finding that life changes including, retirement, health issues, the loss of a spouse or friend, the lack of a social safety net, and boredom is making them vulnerable to problem gambling. Join us on @issue as we discover how living in older age is increasing being put at risk. Host: Manny Makris Guests: Mr. Jon Kelly, Chief Executive Officer Responsible Gambling Council - Peter Chen, Bed Addiction Therapist CAMH - and Lisa Panette M.Sc. CPGC Manager, Problem Gambling Services. |
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Blue Ocean Strategy - Week of February 22, 2010
While economic downturns are usually perceived as times for corporations to hunker down and maintain a protective status quo, there are many companies and economists that believe that this is the time to explore new paradigms and look outside the safety zone. Join us on @issue as we discover companies that have looked outside of traditional MBA business school endorsed economic theory to go outside the paradigm and prosper. |
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Reproductive Tourism -Week of February 22, 2010
Sperm and eggs travel half way around the world landing in the uterus of another woman to make a baby. @issue looks at the cost to the lives created and to the women who give birth to them. |
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Unions - Week of February 22, 2010
Worker protector or political organization with hidden agendas. Have they lost their focus? Have they lost their relevance? @issue examines the role and meaning of unions in Canada's labour force. Host: Arlene Bynon |
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Credit Card Holder Bill of Rights - Week of February 22, 2010
At this time of widespread financial uncertainty, consumers were asked if they would support a Federal Government legislated Credit Card Bill of Rights that would provide legal protections for consumers in their dealings with companies that issue credit cards. Join us on @issue to find out what Canadians had to say as well as examine the potential benefits and pitfalls of such legislation. Host: Manny Makris Guests: Glen Thibeault; MP House of Commons, Doug Bruce Director, Canadian Federation of Indep. Business. |
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Effective Home Energy Utilization - Week of February 22, 2010
Effective Home Energy Utilization |
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The "F" Word pt 1 - Week of March 1, 2010
Some see forgiveness as weak because it means you are too afraid to fight back. But in this episode of @issue people transform their lives by forgiving the unforgivable including murder, rape and genocide. |
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Religion in Government- Week of March 1, 2010
A look at religion's influence on the Canadian government. |
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Capital Punishment - Week of March 1, 2010
The Federal Government is taking a new tough stand on capital punishment as a deterrent for capital crimes. Does this type of legislation work? Are tougher sentences an actual deterrent to crime, or is it time for a new paradigm? Host: Arlene Bynon |
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Credit Card Holder Bill of Rights - Week of February 1, 2010
At this time of widespread financial uncertainty, consumers were asked if they would support a Federal Government legislated Credit Card Bill of Rights that would provide legal protections for consumers in their dealings with companies that issue credit cards. Join us on @issue to find out what Canadians had to say as well as examine the potential benefits and pitfalls of such legislation. Host: Manny Makris Guests: Glen Thibeault; MP House of Commons, Doug Bruce Director, Canadian Federation of Indep. Business. |
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The "F" Word pt 2 - Week of March 1, 2010
Some see forgiveness as weak because it means you are too afraid to fight back. But in this episode of @issue people transform their lives by forgiving the unforgivable including murder, rape and genocide. |
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Where Did all The Nuns Go? - Week of March 1, 2010
At a time of infotainment and ten second sound bites, award winning journalist Kevin O'Keefe takes us behind the headlines to investigate the important stories of the day. |
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Media Feeding Frenzy - Week of March 1, 2010
There was once a time when the media simply reported the news. Now, in large part thanks to global media consolidation, many claim that the media has overstepped its bounds when it comes to reporting on issues like the recession, war, and government policies. Join us on @issue as we examine whether the media has become part of the problem, the entire problem, or simply continue to be bastions of responsible journalism. |
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Emergency Preparedness - March 1, 2010
Weather Storms, Power Outages, Terrorist Threats, Nuclear Attack, and Disease Epidemic – although unlikely, are Canadians prepared for any of these emergencies? Does the average Canadian know what to do in their event? Do we have the supplies needed to get us through? Join us on @issue as we help Canadians know which threats are real, and how to prepare for them. Host: Arlene Bynon. Guests: Brian Cole; Director, Standards and Support St. John Ambulance | Council for Ontario John Saunders; Provincial Director of Disaster Management Canadian Red Cross in Ontario, Adrian Gordon; President/CEO Canadian Centre for Emergency Preparedness. |
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Chemical Cocktails and Kids - Week of March 1, 2010
@issue looks at the new documentary My Toxic Baby that raises questions about the affects processed foods and plastic toys are having on kids. Easy and practical ways to improve the health of your baby and the planet are also discussed. |
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Financial Advisors - Week of March 1, 2010
Friends or Ponzie Scammers? Bernie Madoff and other financial icons have come to represent all that is bad in the current fiscal downturn, but many are also asking if the actions of their everyday financial advisors were any less responsible for the planet’s biggest ever personal wealth decline. Was the advice provided by Financial Planners based on solid business analysis and proper risk mitigation strategies or were personal agendas, targets, bonus structures, and corporate greed the true motivating factors in helping to dictate a person’s funds? Join us on @issue as we examine the financial advisor industry. Host: Arlene Bynon. Guests: Alan Cameron, Branch Manager Investment Planning Counsel of Canada - Cindy Leathwood, Managing Partner- DLC Prestige - and Kristine Douglas, Wealthy Planning. |
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Male Menopause - Week of March 1, 2010
With our population growing older every day, @issue examines the myth and reality behind male menopause and numerous other men’s health issues. Host: Manny Makris. Guests: Dr. Richard Casey; Male Health Centres, Dr. Larry Komer; Director Peak Performance Institute, and Joan Komer President Peak Performance Institute. |
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Women In The Armed Forces - Week of March 1, 2010
The Canadian Armed Forces has one of the highest proportions of women to men in the world. Join us on @issue as we examine the role of women in the armed forces, the effect that masculine traditions, procedures, codes, and discrimination play. And we’ll also look at the benefits and successes that women have achieved as they pave the way for the future of our armed forces. Host: Arlene Bynon Guests: Susan Beharriell, Retired Senior Air Force Intelligence Officer in the Canadian Forces - Captain Jodi-Jane Longley, Air Navigator - Karen D. Davis, CD, M.A., Team Leader, and Captain Julie Misquitta. |
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Women In The Armed Forces - Week of March 8, 2010
The Canadian Armed Forces has one of the highest proportions of women to men in the world. Join us on @issue as we examine the role of women in the armed forces, the effect that masculine traditions, procedures, codes, and discrimination play. And we’ll also look at the benefits and successes that women have achieved as they pave the way for the future of our armed forces. Host: Arlene Bynon Guests: Susan Beharriell, Retired Senior Air Force Intelligence Officer in the Canadian Forces - Captain Jodi-Jane Longley, Air Navigator - Karen D. Davis, CD, M.A., Team Leader, and Captain Julie Misquitta. |
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Male Menopause - Week of March 8, 2010
With our population growing older every day, @issue examines the myth and reality behind male menopause and numerous other men’s health issues. Host: Manny Makris. Guests: Dr. Richard Casey; Male Health Centres, Dr. Larry Komer; Director Peak Performance Institute, and Joan Komer President Peak Performance Institute. |
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Aliens - Have They Visited Us? -Week of March 8, 2010
Aliens: Have They Visited Us? |
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Global Protectionism - Week of March 8, 2010
In this time of economic crisis many nations are either threatening to, or are closing their doors to trade with outside nations in favour of strategies deemed necessary to jump start their own ailing economies. Join us on @issue as we examine the pros and cons of protectionism and its effects on global trade. Host: Arlene Bynon. Guests: Andrij Myroslaw Brygidyr, Rotman School of Management - Jean-Michel Laurin, VP Global Business Canadian Manufacturers and Exporters. |
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Frogs: A Short Hop to Extinction - Week of March 8, 2010
A look at the frog's road to extinction. |
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The Green Machine- Week of March 8, 2010
Join us on @issue as we examine the environmental movement in Canada, what individuals can do to play their part, as well as examine whether or not all of the claims of those companies that are producing “green” products are really as beneficial as they purport to be. Host: Manny Makris Guests: Scott McDougall; President Terra Choice Environmental Marketing Inc. Chris Winter; Executive Director Conservation Council of Ontario. Ken Elsey; Canadian Energy Efficiency |
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The "F" Word pt 1 - Week of March 8, 2010
Some see forgiveness as weak because it means you are too afraid to fight back. But in this episode of @issue people transform their lives by forgiving the unforgivable including murder, rape and genocide. |
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Credit Card Holder Bill of Rights - Week of March 8, 2010
At this time of widespread financial uncertainty, consumers were asked if they would support a Federal Government legislated Credit Card Bill of Rights that would provide legal protections for consumers in their dealings with companies that issue credit cards. Join us on @issue to find out what Canadians had to say as well as examine the potential benefits and pitfalls of such legislation. Host: Manny Makris Guests: Glen Thibeault; MP House of Commons. |
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Humanitarian Relief - Week of March 8, 2010
For years Canada has been known around the world as a country that cares. But do Canadians really put their money where their mouths are? Do we still get involved in places like Darfur, Haiti, and Rwanda? And what can we do to make a difference? Join us on @issue as we investigate the humanitarian crisis around the world and find out what Canadians are doing about them. Host: Manny Makris. Guests: Bella Lam, Canadian Feed The Children - Marilyn McHarg, MÉDECINS SAN FRONTIERES. |
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Male Menopause - Week of March 15, 2010
With our population growing older every day, @issue examines the myth and reality behind male menopause and numerous other men’s health issues. Host: Manny Makris. Guests: Dr. Richard Casey; Male Health Centres, Dr. Larry Komer; Director Peak Performance Institute, and Joan Komer President Peak Performance Institute. |
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From DNA to Baby - Week of March 15, 2010
Learning about the sex, genetic make-up, and future health of an unborn child will soon be simple thanks to a new prenatal test that requires nothing more than a sample of a pregnant woman's blood to identify DNA irregularities in a developing fetus. After 30 years of effort, science appears to be on the cusp of delivering a safe, non-invasive test that can detect Down Syndrome and other genetic conditions. But as with most advances in reproductive medicine, the new techiques involved. |
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Blue Ocean Strategy - Week of March 15, 2010
While economic downturns are usually perceived as times for corporations to hunker down and maintain a protective status quo, there are many companies and economists that believe that this is the time to explore new paradigms and look outside the safety zone. Join us on @issue as we discover companies that have looked outside of traditional MBA business school endorsed economic theory to go outside the paradigm and prosper. |
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Freedom of The Press - Week of March 15, 2010
A look at the court ruling which forces the media to divulge their sources in criminal cases. |
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Psychics: Truth or Fiction - Week of March 15, 2010
Some read tarot cards, some read palms, some are numerologists, and some are mediums that supposedly let spirits speak through them. Any way you look at it, these are some fascinating people with abilities that allow them to bring up names from your past, postulate about your future, and reveal detailed family history that there’s no apparently logical way that they should have known. Join us on @issue as we delve into the amazing world of psychics and discovery. |
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Stem Cell Research - Week of March 15, 2010
It’s been a controversial issue for numerous years, but now, thanks to a Canadian team, stem cell research has been made much less ethically sensitive, opening the door for widespread global research and development. Join us on @issue as we discover the potential problem areas as well as potential benefits of this revolutionary science. Host: Arlene Bynon. Guests: Ubaka Ogbogu, U of T faculty of Law - Dr. Clem Persaud Ph.D, Canadian Society of Medical Technology. |
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Social Engineering - Week of March 15, 2010
Have citizens given away too much power over their lives to the people who are meant to serve us Government? Have we become the servants of city hall, provincial legislatures, the federal Government, instead of the other way around? |
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The "F" Word pt 2 - Week of March 15, 2010
Part two of the "F" word looks at more remarkable stories of forgiveness including a woman who forgives the man who murdered her husband and a mother who forgives the psychopath who raped and murdered her daughter. |
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Media Feeding Frenzy - Week of March 15, 2010
There was once a time when the media simply reported the news. Now, in large part thanks to global media consolidation, many claim that the media has overstepped its bounds when it comes to reporting on issues like the recession, war, and government policies. Join us on @issue as we examine whether the media has become part of the problem, the entire problem, or simply continue to be bastions of responsible journalism. |
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Gay Blood Ban - Week of March 15, 2010
If you’re a gay man who’s had sex since 1977 you can’t donate blood in Canada. And a new policy by Heath Canada raises lots of questions about whether you can donate organs. This episode of @issue features a gay man with a lawsuit against a Canadian blood agency as well as a hemophiliac who wants to keep the ban in place. |
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Cycling For Charity - Week of March 15, 2010
From Cancer to HIV/AIDS every year more and more charities are asking people to ride their bikes to raise money. This episode of @issue looks at the growing trend and the challenges participants face when they pedal for pledges. |
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Last Season's Highlights (2008)
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@issue Season 8 Ep 18: Gay Parenting Series Part 1 - ADOPTION
Two gay men adopt a baby. With Kevin O'Keefe |
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@issue Season 8 Ep 19: Gay Parenting Series Part 2 - SURROGACY
Two gay men use a surrogate woman to have twins. With Kevin O'Keefe. |
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@issue Season 8 Ep 20: Gay Parenting Series Part 3 - CO-PARENTING
A gay man and a lesbian have a child together. With Kevin O'Keefe. |
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