Download Flash Player to view this content.

The Homestretch | Jan 3, 2013 | 6:41

Staying Young

Longevity columnist Sharon Basaraba talks about ways to keep your body healthy and stay young.

Now Playing on CBC Radio Help Refresh

CBC Radio One

Listen Live Ottawa change

CBC Radio 2

Listen Live Eastern change

CBC Radio 3

Listen Live Radio 3
The Homestretch - Cancer geneMay 14, 2013 | 7:08The Homestretch Cancer gene Audio
The Homestretch Cancer gene May 14, 2013 | 7:08Doug Dirks talks to Dr. Francois Bernier, head of medical genetics with the University of Calgary's Faculty of Medicine, about his Calgary clinic that screens women for breast cancer genes and patients with other markers for cancer.
The Homestretch - ACAD reinstates professorMay 15, 2013 | 5:56The Homestretch ACAD reinstates professor Audio
The Homestretch ACAD reinstates professor May 15, 2013 | 5:56Doug Dirks talks to ACAD president Daniel Doz after the college announced it has reversed a decision to fire Gord Ferguson, the professor at the centre of a controversial art demonstration.
The Homestretch - Creston Bird FestivalMay 13, 2013 | 7:39The Homestretch Creston Bird Festival Audio
The Homestretch Creston Bird Festival May 13, 2013 | 7:39Brian Keating started his career as a naturalist in Creston B.C. This weekend he returned as the keynote speaker at the inaugural Creston Valley Bird Festival.
The Homestretch - Vietnam and the disabledJan 7, 2013 | 7:06The Homestretch Vietnam and the disabled Audio
The Homestretch Vietnam and the disabled Jan 7, 2013 | 7:06After a visit to the country four years ago, Laverne Bissky is returning to Vietnam to help children and families with disabilities. She's set up an organization called No Ordinary Journey.
The Homestretch - Emission eating algaeMay 10, 2013 | 6:44The Homestretch Emission eating algae Audio
The Homestretch Emission eating algae May 10, 2013 | 6:44A new pilot project is trying out this process at an oilsands plant near Bonnyville. Steven Martin is the CEO and Chief Scientist of Pond Biofuels. His company helped develop the technology.
The Homestretch - Doyle MullaneyMay 7, 2013 | 7:00The Homestretch Doyle Mullaney Audio
The Homestretch Doyle Mullaney May 7, 2013 | 7:00The chuckwagon racing world is mourning the loss of one of their own, Doyle Mullaney passed away Sunday. Doug Dirks talks to Billy Melville, a co-host and commentator with the Chuckwagon Radio Network.
The Homestretch - Elective mastectomyMay 14, 2013 | 8:12The Homestretch Elective mastectomy Audio
The Homestretch Elective mastectomy May 14, 2013 | 8:12Some women, including Angelina Jolie, have opted to have an elective double mastectomy to reduce their future chances of breast cancer. Theresa Quick had the procedure and speaks about her experience.
The Homestretch - Managing arthritisMay 9, 2013 | 7:55The Homestretch Managing arthritis Audio
The Homestretch Managing arthritis May 9, 2013 | 7:55Dr. Linda Woodhouse, an associate professor in the Department of Physical Therapy at the University of Alberta, talks about ways to manage your mobility and pain if you suffer from osteoarthritis.
The Homestretch - Bears Without FearMay 13, 2013 | 7:43The Homestretch Bears Without Fear Audio
The Homestretch Bears Without Fear May 13, 2013 | 7:43Former superintendent of Banff National Park Kevin Van Tighem has written a book about bear behaviour and our need to change the way we deal with them.
The Homestretch - Tweed RideMay 17, 2013 | 3:52The Homestretch Tweed Ride Audio
The Homestretch Tweed Ride May 17, 2013 | 3:52Jenny Howe of the Homestretch talks to Josh Crough one of the organizers of a fund raising bike ride where you dress in tweed.
The Homestretch - Empathetic doctorsMay 13, 2013 | 5:53The Homestretch Empathetic doctors Audio
The Homestretch Empathetic doctors May 13, 2013 | 5:53When it comes to recruiting the next generation of doctors, some medical schools are looking for candidates with heart.
The Homestretch - Chris HadfieldMay 13, 2013 | 6:05The Homestretch Chris Hadfield Audio
The Homestretch Chris Hadfield May 13, 2013 | 6:05After almost five months in space the Canadian astronaut returns to Earth. Doug Dirks talks to his son Evan Hadfield from Darmstadt, Germany.
The Homestretch - Managing ADHDMay 15, 2013 | 8:37The Homestretch Managing ADHD Audio
The Homestretch Managing ADHD May 15, 2013 | 8:37Rick Green has been a successful writer, actor and comedian for decades and helped create, write and star in the comedy series Red Green. He is in town tonight to talk about living with ADHD.
The Homestretch - National Science FairMay 16, 2013 | 4:24The Homestretch National Science Fair Audio
The Homestretch National Science Fair May 16, 2013 | 4:24Students from across the country are converging this week in Lethbridge for the National Science Fair. Guest host Chris dela Torre talks to Calgary's Nicole Schmidt, and Clara Kuk from Nobleford.
The Homestretch - Forward city planningMay 10, 2013 | 8:10The Homestretch Forward city planning Audio
The Homestretch Forward city planning May 10, 2013 | 8:10A former city commissioner from Bogota is visiting Calgary to talk about city transportation planning. Doug Dirks talks to Gil Penalosa, the executive director of 8-80 Cities.

1 of 34