en-ca http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting/images/promo-ontariomorning.jpg http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting Ontario Morning tells you what's happening in your world - whether it's down the road or around the globe.Get the latest national and international news on World Report and local newscasts on the half-hour. CBC podcasting@cbc.ca Copyright © CBC 2012 podcasting@cbc.ca no CBC Radio CBC,CBC Radio Ontario Morning tells you what's happening in your world - whether it's down the road or around the globe.Get the latest national and international news on World Report and local newscasts on the half-hour. http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/ontariomorning_20120529_43915.mp3 Psychiatrist Irvin Wolkoff talks about the distinction between normal shyness and that which can become debillitating. A new study from UNICEF indicates that Canada has more children living in poverty than many other developed nations. Lisa Wolff told us more. Provincial Education Minister Laurel Broten and Phillip Squire of the London Catholic school board explain their differing positions on the province's requirement that schools support gay-straight alliances and clubs for students. Technology analyst Carmi Levy talks about the impending layoffs at Research in Motion. The CBC's Meagan Fitzpatrick brought us this week's Ottawa Report. And we learn how Ottawa artist Howie Tsui adapted a pinball machine to show some of the effects of musket fire in the War of 1812. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 29 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Ontario Morning Podcast - Tuesday May 29, 2012 Psychiatrist Irvin Wolkoff talks about the distinction between normal shyness and that which can become debillitating. A new study from UNICEF indicates that Canada has more children living in poverty than many other developed nations. Lisa Wolff told us more. Provincial Education Minister Laurel Broten and Phillip Squire of the London Catholic school board explain their differing positions on the province's requirement that schools support gay-straight alliances and clubs for students. Technology analyst Carmi Levy talks about the impending layoffs at Research in Motion. The CBC's Meagan Fitzpatrick brought us this week's Ottawa Report. And we learn how Ottawa artist Howie Tsui adapted a pinball machine to show some of the effects of musket fire in the War of 1812. 3105 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/ontariomorning_20120528_96498.mp3 Our tech guy Jesse Hirsh described computer technology that may allow the blind to see. 'BullyProof' is the name of a week-long series that will run on Connect on the CBC News Network. Host Mark Kelley had a preview. David Cowan explained how his organization Places For People is finding private sector solutions to the problems facing public housing. Edward Fraser of the Hockey News looks ahead to the Stanley Cup finals. Flavia de Luce is the creation of author Alan Bradley. He talked about the mystery series that will soon be adapted for t.v. by the BBC. Former cycling star Steve Bauer talked about Ryder Hesjedal's win at the Giro d'Italia. And Woodstock's Kayla James talks about being a new member of the Stratford Festival company. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 28 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Ontario Morning Podcast - Monday May 28, 2012 Our tech guy Jesse Hirsh described computer technology that may allow the blind to see. 'BullyProof' is the name of a week-long series that will run on Connect on the CBC News Network. Host Mark Kelley had a preview. David Cowan explained how his organization Places For People is finding private sector solutions to the problems facing public housing. Edward Fraser of the Hockey News looks ahead to the Stanley Cup finals. Flavia de Luce is the creation of author Alan Bradley. He talked about the mystery series that will soon be adapted for t.v. by the BBC. Former cycling star Steve Bauer talked about Ryder Hesjedal's win at the Giro d'Italia. And Woodstock's Kayla James talks about being a new member of the Stratford Festival company. 3077 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/ontariomorning_20120525_39192.mp3 Mike Todd tells us a bit about his award winning winery in Meaford, Coffin Ridge. Jack Roe has this week's Peterborough Report. Queen's students are cleaning up the community. Troy Sherman told us why. Photographer Asad Chishti described his current project, 'Humans of Kingston'. We talked to former MP and author Patrick Boyer about the changes the federal government is making to the Employment Insurance system and whether or not they grant the Human Resources Minister too much discretion. Author and Globe and Mail columnist, Lorne Rubenstein told us about his new book about golfing legend Moe Norman called 'Moe and Me". http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 25 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Ontario Morning Podcast - Friday May 25, 2012 Mike Todd tells us a bit about his award winning winery in Meaford, Coffin Ridge. Jack Roe has this week's Peterborough Report. Queen's students are cleaning up the community. Troy Sherman told us why. Photographer Asad Chishti described his current project, 'Humans of Kingston'. We talked to former MP and author Patrick Boyer about the changes the federal government is making to the Employment Insurance system and whether or not they grant the Human Resources Minister too much discretion. Author and Globe and Mail columnist, Lorne Rubenstein told us about his new book about golfing legend Moe Norman called 'Moe and Me". 2425 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/ontariomorning_20120524_50447.mp3 Graham Brown of the University of Waterloo told us about the new Aboriginal Education Centre. Historic presidential elections in Egypt are underway. We heard more from Mideast expert Bessma Momani. Enbridge wants to reverse the flow of oil in its pipeline from Hamilton to Sarnia. Gillian McEachern of Environmental Defense shared her concerns. JC Kenny had this week's Kingston Report. Cardiologist Douglas Lee commented on a study that suggests that calcium supplements can increase the risk of heart attack. We had an update on the water pipeline that burst near London. And Dr. Bill Hughes, the president of the Ontario Association of Cardiologists says that a recent survey suggests that many of his colleagues intend to retire or leave Ontario because of fee cuts imposed by the province. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 24 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Ontario Morning Podcast - Thursday May 24, 2012 Graham Brown of the University of Waterloo told us about the new Aboriginal Education Centre. Historic presidential elections in Egypt are underway. We heard more from Mideast expert Bessma Momani. Enbridge wants to reverse the flow of oil in its pipeline from Hamilton to Sarnia. Gillian McEachern of Environmental Defense shared her concerns. JC Kenny had this week's Kingston Report. Cardiologist Douglas Lee commented on a study that suggests that calcium supplements can increase the risk of heart attack. We had an update on the water pipeline that burst near London. And Dr. Bill Hughes, the president of the Ontario Association of Cardiologists says that a recent survey suggests that many of his colleagues intend to retire or leave Ontario because of fee cuts imposed by the province. 2881 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/ontariomorning_20120523_65899.mp3 Marcelo de Luz near Brockville explains how his dedication to the environment has him pulling a solar car across the province. Arlene Dickinson told us about the upcoming season of The Big Decision on CBC Television, and who they'd like to take part. That voice in your head you think is you, well, it's not. It's an illusion. Psychologist Bruce Hood explains some of the latest theories from neuroscience. Concordia University political scientist Bruce Hicks has analysis of the student protests in Quebec. MP Dean Del Mastro had an update on progress for the Peterborough-Toronto rail link. Linguist Sali Tagliomonte explained why she's studying people in Haliburton. A Grade 8 student in Oro Medonte wins the top prize at the Canada Wide Science Fair. We spoke with Maya Burhanpurkar. And biologist Victoria MacPhail told us how we can help pollinators by what we choose to plant in our gardens. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 23 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Ontario Morning Podcast - Wednesday May 23, 2012 Marcelo de Luz near Brockville explains how his dedication to the environment has him pulling a solar car across the province. Arlene Dickinson told us about the upcoming season of The Big Decision on CBC Television, and who they'd like to take part. That voice in your head you think is you, well, it's not. It's an illusion. Psychologist Bruce Hood explains some of the latest theories from neuroscience. Concordia University political scientist Bruce Hicks has analysis of the student protests in Quebec. MP Dean Del Mastro had an update on progress for the Peterborough-Toronto rail link. Linguist Sali Tagliomonte explained why she's studying people in Haliburton. A Grade 8 student in Oro Medonte wins the top prize at the Canada Wide Science Fair. We spoke with Maya Burhanpurkar. And biologist Victoria MacPhail told us how we can help pollinators by what we choose to plant in our gardens. 3630 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/ontariomorning_20120522_20146.mp3 Some doctors say we should routinely check our kids' blood pressure. Our resident doctor Peter Lin told us why. The Globe and Mail is putting up a paywall. Our tech columnist Jesse Hirsh had more. The OPP's Dave Hobson and Sandy Adams joined us with an update on the roads over the long weekend. Should the Great Lakes become a public trust? We spoke with Maude Barlow who says yes. A missing garbage bag tag sends an Owen Sound man to court. Dave Taylor shared his story. Tom Mulcair and Dutch Disease. We heard more from Rob Russo in this week's Ottawa Report. And Shawn Gusz in Wellington County told us all about his Zombie Truck. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 22 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Tuesday, May 22, 2012 Some doctors say we should routinely check our kids' blood pressure. Our resident doctor Peter Lin told us why. The Globe and Mail is putting up a paywall. Our tech columnist Jesse Hirsh had more. The OPP's Dave Hobson and Sandy Adams joined us with an update on the roads over the long weekend. Should the Great Lakes become a public trust? We spoke with Maude Barlow who says yes. A missing garbage bag tag sends an Owen Sound man to court. Dave Taylor shared his story. Tom Mulcair and Dutch Disease. We heard more from Rob Russo in this week's Ottawa Report. And Shawn Gusz in Wellington County told us all about his Zombie Truck. 3050 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/ontariomorning_20120518_22440.mp3 The Euro zone crisis will dominate the G8 Summit. Ian Lee at Carleton told us why. The police budget in Peterborough has passed after often bitter debate. Jim Hendry of the Examiner told us more in our Peterborough Report. Heat, traffic and a longweekend equals a recipe for road rage. We heard from psychologist Robert Mann. Get out the rod and reel! Ashley Rae told us about fishing for gar in the Bay of Quinte. Facebook's IPO and what it means for its future. Tech analyst Elias Makos shared his insight. Eli Glasner presents this week's movie review. Plus, a London filmmaker premiers his short film at Cannes. We spoke with John Virtue. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 22 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT May 18, 2012 The Euro zone crisis will dominate the G8 Summit. Ian Lee at Carleton told us why. The police budget in Peterborough has passed after often bitter debate. Jim Hendry of the Examiner told us more in our Peterborough Report. Heat, traffic and a longweekend equals a recipe for road rage. We heard from psychologist Robert Mann. Get out the rod and reel! Ashley Rae told us about fishing for gar in the Bay of Quinte. Facebook's IPO and what it means for its future. Tech analyst Elias Makos shared his insight. Eli Glasner presents this week's movie review. Plus, a London filmmaker premiers his short film at Cannes. We spoke with John Virtue. 2839 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/ontariomorning_20120517_18463.mp3 On today's show Garfield Dunlop discusses his apprentice bill, Dave Phillips looks at the forecast for summer, Bob Cairns of Cobourg discusses the right to walk the beach, a Kingston physician tells us about an app for new moms; J.C Kenny has news from Kingston; professor Arthur Sweetman discusses doctors' salaries and Don Curtis and Chris Cochrane discuss their history project. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 22 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Thursday, May 17, 2012 On today's show Garfield Dunlop discusses his apprentice bill, Dave Phillips looks at the forecast for summer, Bob Cairns of Cobourg discusses the right to walk the beach, a Kingston physician tells us about an app for new moms; J.C Kenny has news from Kingston; professor Arthur Sweetman discusses doctors' salaries and Don Curtis and Chris Cochrane discuss their history project. 3157 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/ontariomorning_20120516_74005.mp3 British researcher Dr Oliver Mytton explained why he and his colleagues would like to see a tax on unhealthy food and sugary drinks. Agronomist Dale Cowan explained how the larvae of the black cut worm moth is threatening the local corn crop. The CBC's Colin Butler recouncted victim impact statements at Michael Rafferty's sentencing hearing in London. It is Migratory Bird Week in Ontario. Ted Cheskey told us about who's arriving.The government wants to change slaughterhouse rules. We talked to food safety expert Keith Warriner from the University of Guelph about his concerns. Using real life physical activity to play an online game. We heard from Travis Sheard, Nicholas Stevenson and Jason Fishpool at Ardtrea Cumberland Beach Public School. Canoiest Jeff Ryan shared his 'shocking' story of encountering an electric fence across the Nith River. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 16 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Ontario Morning Podcast - Wednesday May 16, 2012 British researcher Dr Oliver Mytton explained why he and his colleagues would like to see a tax on unhealthy food and sugary drinks. Agronomist Dale Cowan explained how the larvae of the black cut worm moth is threatening the local corn crop. The CBC's Colin Butler recouncted victim impact statements at Michael Rafferty's sentencing hearing in London. It is Migratory Bird Week in Ontario. Ted Cheskey told us about who's arriving.The government wants to change slaughterhouse rules. We talked to food safety expert Keith Warriner from the University of Guelph about his concerns. Using real life physical activity to play an online game. We heard from Travis Sheard, Nicholas Stevenson and Jason Fishpool at Ardtrea Cumberland Beach Public School. Canoiest Jeff Ryan shared his 'shocking' story of encountering an electric fence across the Nith River. 3001 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/ontariomorning_20120515_87491.mp3 Ahead of its initial public offering, Facebook announced other ways to generate income from mobile applications. Our technology commentator Jesse Hirsh had details. Duncan Stewart of KPMG explained how Canadian banks and telecom companies have created a protocol to permit purchases with a smart phone. Victim impact statements will be heard in advance of convicted murderer Michael Rafferty's sentencing hearing. Lawyer Michael Kruse discussed the process. Don Scott told us why he and his neighbours decided against streetlights. On this week's Ottawa Report, the CBC's James Fitz-Morris updated us on the NDP's its fight over the government's omnibus budget bill. Author Paul Axtell told us about the "Ten Powerful Things To Say To Your Kids". http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 15 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Ontario Morning Podcast - Tuesday May 15, 2012 Ahead of its initial public offering, Facebook announced other ways to generate income from mobile applications. Our technology commentator Jesse Hirsh had details. Duncan Stewart of KPMG explained how Canadian banks and telecom companies have created a protocol to permit purchases with a smart phone. Victim impact statements will be heard in advance of convicted murderer Michael Rafferty's sentencing hearing. Lawyer Michael Kruse discussed the process. Don Scott told us why he and his neighbours decided against streetlights. On this week's Ottawa Report, the CBC's James Fitz-Morris updated us on the NDP's its fight over the government's omnibus budget bill. Author Paul Axtell told us about the "Ten Powerful Things To Say To Your Kids". 2382 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/ontariomorning_20120514_24636.mp3 Here's a house the big bad wolf can't blow down. We spoke to Collin Macleod in Southampton about his dome homes. Our resident Doctor Peter Lin told us how having a sense of purpose can help stave off dementia. British Columbia is going to permit year round schooling. Would that work here? Annie Kidder went through the pros and cons. The London Knights are going to the Memorial Cup. The voice of the Knights, Mike Stubbs joined us with more. Ontario's privacy commissioner Ann Kavoukian told us about 'Smart Data', a new approach to ensuring confidentiality in our online communications and transactions. Having a sense of purpose can help stave off dementia. Justin Bieber's pledge to contribute part of the proceeds from his song 'Turn To You' could help save the Bethesda Centre in London. Trish Douma explained what's needed to keep the centre for unwed mothers operating. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 14 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Ontario Morning Podcast - Monday May 14, 2012 Here's a house the big bad wolf can't blow down. We spoke to Collin Macleod in Southampton about his dome homes. Our resident Doctor Peter Lin told us how having a sense of purpose can help stave off dementia. British Columbia is going to permit year round schooling. Would that work here? Annie Kidder went through the pros and cons. The London Knights are going to the Memorial Cup. The voice of the Knights, Mike Stubbs joined us with more. Ontario's privacy commissioner Ann Kavoukian told us about 'Smart Data', a new approach to ensuring confidentiality in our online communications and transactions. Having a sense of purpose can help stave off dementia. Justin Bieber's pledge to contribute part of the proceeds from his song 'Turn To You' could help save the Bethesda Centre in London. Trish Douma explained what's needed to keep the centre for unwed mothers operating. 2487 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/ontariomorning_20120511_44949.mp3 Our tech expert, Jesse Hirsh, tells us how people are crowd sourcing funding for projects online. Could the proper analysis of player statistics help create a hockey dream team? Timothy Chan and David Novati talk about their system. Jack Roe has this week's Peterborough Report. Colin Butler reports from London as the jury in the murder trial of Michael Rafferty begin their deliberations. Cornwall has come up with Medi-drop bins, a new way to divert unused prescription drugs from the water supply and the waste stream. And journalist Hannah Sung talks about the tabloids' and TVs' preoccupation with celebrity moms and their pregnancies. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 11 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Ontario Morning Podcast - Friday May 11, 2012 Our tech expert, Jesse Hirsh, tells us how people are crowd sourcing funding for projects online. Could the proper analysis of player statistics help create a hockey dream team? Timothy Chan and David Novati talk about their system. Jack Roe has this week's Peterborough Report. Colin Butler reports from London as the jury in the murder trial of Michael Rafferty begin their deliberations. Cornwall has come up with Medi-drop bins, a new way to divert unused prescription drugs from the water supply and the waste stream. And journalist Hannah Sung talks about the tabloids' and TVs' preoccupation with celebrity moms and their pregnancies. 1959 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/ontariomorning_20120510_12595.mp3 Phil Edmunston, author of the Lemon-Aid Guides told us why there is declining interest in hybrid vehicles.Who do you trust the most? Dominique Ritter from Reader's Digest talked about their survey of who Canadians trust the most. The Endangered Species Act may be doing more harm than good. Haliburton MPP Laurie Scott explained why she'd like to see the current legislation changed. The CBC's Mary Wiens' documentary told us about a condo owner's struggle to have the developer repair contruction problems. MPP Rosario Marchese told us about his proposed bill to protect condo owners. JC Kenny had our Kingston Report. The NDP have pledged to fight passage over the government's vast omnibus budget bill. Rob Russo of the Canadian Press examined the situation.We spoke to educator Dan Meyer about his efforts to make math more interesting for students. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 10 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Ontario Morning Podcast - Thursday May 10, 2012 Phil Edmunston, author of the Lemon-Aid Guides told us why there is declining interest in hybrid vehicles.Who do you trust the most? Dominique Ritter from Reader's Digest talked about their survey of who Canadians trust the most. The Endangered Species Act may be doing more harm than good. Haliburton MPP Laurie Scott explained why she'd like to see the current legislation changed. The CBC's Mary Wiens' documentary told us about a condo owner's struggle to have the developer repair contruction problems. MPP Rosario Marchese told us about his proposed bill to protect condo owners. JC Kenny had our Kingston Report. The NDP have pledged to fight passage over the government's vast omnibus budget bill. Rob Russo of the Canadian Press examined the situation.We spoke to educator Dan Meyer about his efforts to make math more interesting for students. 2921 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/ontariomorning_20120509_25164.mp3 Orillia has eliminated the bylaw that levies five cents per plastic bag with your purchase. We heard why from councillor Andrew Hill. Author Glenn Chilton told us about the inspiration for his book, "The Attack of the Killer Rhododendrons: My Obsessive Quest to Seek out Alien Species". How should small businesses for a major emergency or disaster? We got advice from Judy Crawford at the Huron Chamber of Commerce. Personal finance expert Preet Banerjee explained how the Competiton Bureau of Canada is scrutinizing the fees that credit card companies are charging retailers. Should a street in Kingston be named in honour Bryan Adams? Local journalist Greg Burliuk thinks so. MPP France Gelinas wants calorie and sodium counts for menu items posted at chain restaurants. Provincial Health Minister Deb Matthews joined us to explain cuts to doctors' fees. And we heard why volunteer firefighters are watching a case in Meaford. Lawyer Norm Keith had details. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 09 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Ontario Morning Podcast - Wednesday May 9, 2012 Orillia has eliminated the bylaw that levies five cents per plastic bag with your purchase. We heard why from councillor Andrew Hill. Author Glenn Chilton told us about the inspiration for his book, "The Attack of the Killer Rhododendrons: My Obsessive Quest to Seek out Alien Species". How should small businesses for a major emergency or disaster? We got advice from Judy Crawford at the Huron Chamber of Commerce. Personal finance expert Preet Banerjee explained how the Competiton Bureau of Canada is scrutinizing the fees that credit card companies are charging retailers. Should a street in Kingston be named in honour Bryan Adams? Local journalist Greg Burliuk thinks so. MPP France Gelinas wants calorie and sodium counts for menu items posted at chain restaurants. Provincial Health Minister Deb Matthews joined us to explain cuts to doctors' fees. And we heard why volunteer firefighters are watching a case in Meaford. Lawyer Norm Keith had details. 3453 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/ontariomorning_20120508_64028.mp3 Sean Ealey is an elementary teacher in Midland. He describes how they've got the kids to start the day with a run around the neighbourhood. A national mental health strategy will be announced today. We spoke with former senator Mike Kirby. The CBC's Colin Butler had an update from the murder trial of Michael Rafferty, where the defence made its closing arguments. Jesse Hirsh discussed efforts by the Chinese government to erase online references to dissident Chen Guangcheng . A clash of cultures is being blamed for a showdown over firearms in the Kawaratha Lakes. We talked to councillor Pat Dunn. The NDP calls the federal government's omnibus budget bill a Trojan horse. The CBC's Tom Parry had details in our Ottawa Report. The Ontario government is cutting the fees paid to doctors for hundreds of medical procedures. We got reaction from radiologist Mark Baerlocker in Barrie. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 08 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Ontario Morning Podcast - Tuesday May 8, 2012 Sean Ealey is an elementary teacher in Midland. He describes how they've got the kids to start the day with a run around the neighbourhood. A national mental health strategy will be announced today. We spoke with former senator Mike Kirby. The CBC's Colin Butler had an update from the murder trial of Michael Rafferty, where the defence made its closing arguments. Jesse Hirsh discussed efforts by the Chinese government to erase online references to dissident Chen Guangcheng . A clash of cultures is being blamed for a showdown over firearms in the Kawaratha Lakes. We talked to councillor Pat Dunn. The NDP calls the federal government's omnibus budget bill a Trojan horse. The CBC's Tom Parry had details in our Ottawa Report. The Ontario government is cutting the fees paid to doctors for hundreds of medical procedures. We got reaction from radiologist Mark Baerlocker in Barrie. 2818 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/ontariomorning_20120507_50699.mp3 Don't be alarmed if you see hundreds of soldiers and military vehicles in Simcoe County. It's all part of operation Spartan Bear. We heard all about it from Colonel Simon Hetherington. Is your child gifted? Is that label a blessing or a curse? Educational psychologist Dona Matthews joined us with her view. Two high school students Brian Baah and Samuel Battista launched a food fight with the Ontario government to bring junk food back to the school cafeteria. Roel Vertegaal tells us about the 3-D hologram he and a group of scientists at Queen's University have created. Marathon runner Lanni Marchant of London has exceeded the Olympic qualifying standard in her event - but not the Canadian one. She explains why she thinks she should be alloweed to compete in London, England this summer. Our resident doctor Peter Lin told us why some physicans would like to see the checking of newborns for heart disease to become routine. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 07 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Ontario Morning Podcast - Monday May 7, 2012 Don't be alarmed if you see hundreds of soldiers and military vehicles in Simcoe County. It's all part of operation Spartan Bear. We heard all about it from Colonel Simon Hetherington. Is your child gifted? Is that label a blessing or a curse? Educational psychologist Dona Matthews joined us with her view. Two high school students Brian Baah and Samuel Battista launched a food fight with the Ontario government to bring junk food back to the school cafeteria. Roel Vertegaal tells us about the 3-D hologram he and a group of scientists at Queen's University have created. Marathon runner Lanni Marchant of London has exceeded the Olympic qualifying standard in her event - but not the Canadian one. She explains why she thinks she should be alloweed to compete in London, England this summer. Our resident doctor Peter Lin told us why some physicans would like to see the checking of newborns for heart disease to become routine. 2591 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/ontariomorning_20120504_84919.mp3 We heard from Pat Carson, who is worried for the future fo the Chesley Heritage Museum. Our tech guy, Jesse Hirsh, talked about new a new chip that could turn your smart phone into something like an x-ray machine. Jack Roe has the Peterborough Report. John Fleming a planner in London talked about last night's inaugural meeting of 'Rethink London'. Author and lawyer Steven Skurka speculated on whether the Conrad Black who is about to emerge from a U.S. prison, will be the same man who went in. Loblaws has announced they will be eliminating artificial colour and flavour from its President's Choice product line. A chemist from the University of Manitoba, Michel Aliani says there may minimal benefit to switching to 'natural' alternatives. And Anglican Dean Kevin Dixon talks about their unique mass the U2charist, featuring the music of the Irish rock band. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 04 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Ontario Morning Podcast - Friday May 4, 2012 We heard from Pat Carson, who is worried for the future fo the Chesley Heritage Museum. Our tech guy, Jesse Hirsh, talked about new a new chip that could turn your smart phone into something like an x-ray machine. Jack Roe has the Peterborough Report. John Fleming a planner in London talked about last night's inaugural meeting of 'Rethink London'. Author and lawyer Steven Skurka speculated on whether the Conrad Black who is about to emerge from a U.S. prison, will be the same man who went in. Loblaws has announced they will be eliminating artificial colour and flavour from its President's Choice product line. A chemist from the University of Manitoba, Michel Aliani says there may minimal benefit to switching to 'natural' alternatives. And Anglican Dean Kevin Dixon talks about their unique mass the U2charist, featuring the music of the Irish rock band. 2217 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/ontariomorning_20120503_14928.mp3 We heard about a proposal to improve the economy one person at a time. London city councillor Paul Hubert described Hire 1.The inventor of a popular snack food has passed away in Belleville. Kent Hawkins of Hawkins Cheezies told us about James Marker. Jim Costello of the Lambton-Kent District school board explained how a recent accident has led them to ban high jumping. SNC Lavalin is under pressure from its shareholders after numerous allegations of corruption. Business management expert Tyler Chamberlin shared his insights. Simcoe County artist Mary Lynne Atkinson told us how one of her paintings will be displayed at the Louvre. JC Kenny had this week's Kingston Report. Arnold Amber told us why the Canadian Government gets a failing grade in respecting some aspects of press freedom. Stratford's production of Jesus Christ Superstar has received two Tony nominations. Director Des McAnuf shared his thoughts about the honour. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 03 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Ontario Morning Podcast - Thursday May 3, 2012 We heard about a proposal to improve the economy one person at a time. London city councillor Paul Hubert described Hire 1.The inventor of a popular snack food has passed away in Belleville. Kent Hawkins of Hawkins Cheezies told us about James Marker. Jim Costello of the Lambton-Kent District school board explained how a recent accident has led them to ban high jumping. SNC Lavalin is under pressure from its shareholders after numerous allegations of corruption. Business management expert Tyler Chamberlin shared his insights. Simcoe County artist Mary Lynne Atkinson told us how one of her paintings will be displayed at the Louvre. JC Kenny had this week's Kingston Report. Arnold Amber told us why the Canadian Government gets a failing grade in respecting some aspects of press freedom. Stratford's production of Jesus Christ Superstar has received two Tony nominations. Director Des McAnuf shared his thoughts about the honour. 3376 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/ontariomorning_20120502_62015.mp3 The town of Goderich now has master plan to rebuild after last year's tornado. We got details from Wai Ying di Giorgio. Free speech advocates say new American cybersecurity legislation goes way too far. Our tech columnist Jessie Hirsh told us more. Researcher Jason Clemens from the MacDonald Laurier Institute says that demands to tax the wealthy more are based on incorrect assumptions about the divide between the rich and the less well-off. Students in Simcoe County want French Immersion. We spoke with grade 12 student Victoria Edwards and to Debra Edwards, trustee at the board. Veteran MPP Elizabeth Witmer joined us to tell us why she's quit politics. And do you have a music teacher who inspired you? Radio Two's Tom Allen told us about a special tribute to music teachers who made a difference. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 02 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Ontario Morning Podcast - Wednesday May 2, 2012 The town of Goderich now has master plan to rebuild after last year's tornado. We got details from Wai Ying di Giorgio. Free speech advocates say new American cybersecurity legislation goes way too far. Our tech columnist Jessie Hirsh told us more. Researcher Jason Clemens from the MacDonald Laurier Institute says that demands to tax the wealthy more are based on incorrect assumptions about the divide between the rich and the less well-off. Students in Simcoe County want French Immersion. We spoke with grade 12 student Victoria Edwards and to Debra Edwards, trustee at the board. Veteran MPP Elizabeth Witmer joined us to tell us why she's quit politics. And do you have a music teacher who inspired you? Radio Two's Tom Allen told us about a special tribute to music teachers who made a difference. 2754 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/ontariomorning_20120501_35129.mp3 The world's tallest and stinkiest flower is about to bloom in Niagara Falls. Joan Cornelius told us more about Amorphophallus Titanum - also known as the Titan Arum. May Day is dedicated to observing the accomplishments of parties and organizations with a socialist heritage. Labour expert David Camfield discussed the state of the union movement in Canada.Should communities get a say over casinos? We heard why MPP Monte McNaughton wants a referendum.The CBC's Greg Weston looks back at the first year as a majority governent for the Conservatives led by Stephen Harper. And we learned about the softer side of a mixed martial artist from London. We spoke to filmmaker Garianno Lorenzo about his documentary film on Mark Hominick. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 01 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT Ontario Morning Podcast - Tuesday May 1, 2012 The world's tallest and stinkiest flower is about to bloom in Niagara Falls. Joan Cornelius told us more about Amorphophallus Titanum - also known as the Titan Arum. May Day is dedicated to observing the accomplishments of parties and organizations with a socialist heritage. Labour expert David Camfield discussed the state of the union movement in Canada.Should communities get a say over casinos? We heard why MPP Monte McNaughton wants a referendum.The CBC's Greg Weston looks back at the first year as a majority governent for the Conservatives led by Stephen Harper. And we learned about the softer side of a mixed martial artist from London. We spoke to filmmaker Garianno Lorenzo about his documentary film on Mark Hominick. 2210 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/ontariomorning_20120430_54162.mp3 Former Senator, Mike Kirby told us about I'm Not Myself Today a campaign to help eliminate the stigma associated with mental illness. Looking for a dog groomer? Nancy Bryson told us what to watch for. Business is booming at a UPS outlet in Ogdensburg, New York across the border from Prescott. The CBC's Hallie Cotnam told us how some shoppers were saving money by ordering online from the U.S. Will Michael Rafferty, who has been accused of murdering Tori Stafford, take the stand? Criminal lawyer Michael Kruse told us what Rafferty's defence team would be considering. What a season for the London Knights and their owners the Hunters. We heard from broadcaster Mike Stubbs. Soccer coach Rick Morandini advocated for scoreless soccer games for beginning players. Children who experience trauma are aging faster. Our resident doctor Peter Lin told us how. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 30 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Ontario Morning Podcast - Monday April 30, 2012 Former Senator, Mike Kirby told us about I'm Not Myself Today a campaign to help eliminate the stigma associated with mental illness. Looking for a dog groomer? Nancy Bryson told us what to watch for. Business is booming at a UPS outlet in Ogdensburg, New York across the border from Prescott. The CBC's Hallie Cotnam told us how some shoppers were saving money by ordering online from the U.S. Will Michael Rafferty, who has been accused of murdering Tori Stafford, take the stand? Criminal lawyer Michael Kruse told us what Rafferty's defence team would be considering. What a season for the London Knights and their owners the Hunters. We heard from broadcaster Mike Stubbs. Soccer coach Rick Morandini advocated for scoreless soccer games for beginning players. Children who experience trauma are aging faster. Our resident doctor Peter Lin told us how. 3011 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/ontariomorning_20120427_43704.mp3 If have taxes owing, the deadline to file your return is fast approaching. We get some last minute advice about how to cope with the common tendency to procrastinate from Allyson Hadwin. Financial author and journalist Alison Griffiths has some tips on what to look out for before you file. Jack Roe has the Peterborough Report. CBC reporter updates on the proceedings at the trial of Michael Rafferty, acussed of murdering Victoria Stafford. Hockey News writer, Adam Proteau, looks ahead to the second round in the N.H.L. playoffs. Two students at Patrick Fogarty Secondary in Orillia talk about their plan to have solar generators installed at the school. The online BRAINscreen test was designed to provide a basic assessment of your mental acuity. We spoke to its creator Konstantine Zakzanis. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 27 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Ontario Morning Podcast - Friday April 27, 2012 If have taxes owing, the deadline to file your return is fast approaching. We get some last minute advice about how to cope with the common tendency to procrastinate from Allyson Hadwin. Financial author and journalist Alison Griffiths has some tips on what to look out for before you file. Jack Roe has the Peterborough Report. CBC reporter updates on the proceedings at the trial of Michael Rafferty, acussed of murdering Victoria Stafford. Hockey News writer, Adam Proteau, looks ahead to the second round in the N.H.L. playoffs. Two students at Patrick Fogarty Secondary in Orillia talk about their plan to have solar generators installed at the school. The online BRAINscreen test was designed to provide a basic assessment of your mental acuity. We spoke to its creator Konstantine Zakzanis. 2889 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/ontariomorning_20120426_42151.mp3 When you become a popular social media site, there's a downside: spammers. Our tech expert, Jesse Hirsh told us more. Ian Lee of Carleton University looked at the varying economic outlooks between Canada and the U.S. and Britain and the European Union. A private member's bill will be introduced in the legislature today to prohibit anyone under 18 from using tanning beds. We heard from cancer survivor, Kate Neale in Belleville and Joanne Di Nardo of the Canadian Cancer Society. JC Kenny had this week's Kingston Report. Psychiatrist Dr Irvin Wolkoff's offered his personal and personal reaction to recent research citing risks from the use of anti-depressants. The Bookcase book store in Huntsville is closing its doors. We spoke with owner Louise Parkinson. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 26 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Ontario Morning Podcast - Thursday April 26, 2012 When you become a popular social media site, there's a downside: spammers. Our tech expert, Jesse Hirsh told us more. Ian Lee of Carleton University looked at the varying economic outlooks between Canada and the U.S. and Britain and the European Union. A private member's bill will be introduced in the legislature today to prohibit anyone under 18 from using tanning beds. We heard from cancer survivor, Kate Neale in Belleville and Joanne Di Nardo of the Canadian Cancer Society. JC Kenny had this week's Kingston Report. Psychiatrist Dr Irvin Wolkoff's offered his personal and personal reaction to recent research citing risks from the use of anti-depressants. The Bookcase book store in Huntsville is closing its doors. We spoke with owner Louise Parkinson. 2765 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/ontariomorning_20120425_39675.mp3 It could be a banner year for grain farmers. We heard why from Todd Austin at Grain Farmers of Ontrario. McMaster researcher Paul Andrews talks about his research that indicates that taking anti- depressants could outweigh the benefits. Alberta's Premier Alison Redford wants the provinces to come together to create a national energy strategy. We had analysis from Roger Gibbins of the Canada West Foundation. Make way for ducklings! Jennifer Gillard told us how a duck family has nested at the local hospital in Cobourg. Mitch Brogan was left a quadriplegic after being struck by a car. He's now walking with the help of robotic legs. Cathie Lee in Collingwood told us more about their program A "Poem in the Pocket" for national poetry month. We talked to author and nurse Bronnie Ware about the 'Five Regrets of the Dying'. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 25 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Ontario Morning Podcast - Wednesday April 25, 2012 It could be a banner year for grain farmers. We heard why from Todd Austin at Grain Farmers of Ontrario. McMaster researcher Paul Andrews talks about his research that indicates that taking anti- depressants could outweigh the benefits. Alberta's Premier Alison Redford wants the provinces to come together to create a national energy strategy. We had analysis from Roger Gibbins of the Canada West Foundation. Make way for ducklings! Jennifer Gillard told us how a duck family has nested at the local hospital in Cobourg. Mitch Brogan was left a quadriplegic after being struck by a car. He's now walking with the help of robotic legs. Cathie Lee in Collingwood told us more about their program A "Poem in the Pocket" for national poetry month. We talked to author and nurse Bronnie Ware about the 'Five Regrets of the Dying'. 2421 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/ontariomorning_20120424_33223.mp3 Amazon's reach is growing not just because of its online sales. Our tech expert Jesse Hirsh explains how their enormous server capacity also serves other businesses. Apple grower Brian Gilroy told us about the impact that this cold snap has had after a very early start to spring. The Liberals and New Democrats have made a deal over the budget to avoid a provincial election.Political scientist Henry Jacek offered his analysis. Robin Borrowman from Perth shared the story of how her young daughter's life was saved after receiving a donated heart. Is fishing barbaric? Philosophy teacher and angler Rob Stainton of London looked at the question. The CBC's Louise Elliot assessed yesterday's election victory by Alison Redford and the Progressive Conservatives in Alberta. And we talked to a man who calls himself an "underearner". http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 24 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Ontario Morning - Tuesday April 24, 2012 Amazon's reach is growing not just because of its online sales. Our tech expert Jesse Hirsh explains how their enormous server capacity also serves other businesses. Apple grower Brian Gilroy told us about the impact that this cold snap has had after a very early start to spring. The Liberals and New Democrats have made a deal over the budget to avoid a provincial election.Political scientist Henry Jacek offered his analysis. Robin Borrowman from Perth shared the story of how her young daughter's life was saved after receiving a donated heart. Is fishing barbaric? Philosophy teacher and angler Rob Stainton of London looked at the question. The CBC's Louise Elliot assessed yesterday's election victory by Alison Redford and the Progressive Conservatives in Alberta. And we talked to a man who calls himself an "underearner". 2832 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/ontariomorning_20120423_56029.mp3 Author Nikolas Barry-Shaw told us about his book Paved With Good Intentions: Canada's development NGOs, From Idealism to Imperialism. London wants to hear your vision for the city. City planner John Flemming told us more. Ontario teachers face a rising number of false accusations of mistreatment by their student. We heard more from educator Jon Bradley. Can peer pressure encourage more organ donors? We talked to Ronnie Gavsie at the Trillium Gift of Life Network. Walrus magazine editor Rachel Giese explains her argument from a recent article that we may have taken our concerns about bullying too far. The historic Woodlands estate on Lake Simcoe is up for sale for a mere $17 million. We got details from owner Mark Porter. Our resident doctor Peter Lin told us more about a recent study on the effects of alcohol. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 23 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Ontario Morning Podcast - Monday April 23, 2012 Author Nikolas Barry-Shaw told us about his book Paved With Good Intentions: Canada's development NGOs, From Idealism to Imperialism. London wants to hear your vision for the city. City planner John Flemming told us more. Ontario teachers face a rising number of false accusations of mistreatment by their student. We heard more from educator Jon Bradley. Can peer pressure encourage more organ donors? We talked to Ronnie Gavsie at the Trillium Gift of Life Network. Walrus magazine editor Rachel Giese explains her argument from a recent article that we may have taken our concerns about bullying too far. The historic Woodlands estate on Lake Simcoe is up for sale for a mere $17 million. We got details from owner Mark Porter. Our resident doctor Peter Lin told us more about a recent study on the effects of alcohol. 2847 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/ontariomorning_20120420_79277.mp3 The price of farmland is soaring. We heard why from agricultural economist Phillip Shaw. Jack Roe had this week's Peterborough Report. Yesterday the federal government announced the Kingston Penitentiary will be closed. We heard about the impact on prisoners from Howard Sapers, ombudsman for inmates and about the economic impact on the city from Jeff Garrah. Marketing prof essor Marvin Ryder talked about the double-edged effect of the hit-filled NHL playoffs. The games are attracting record audiences in the States, but the association with violence may be giving some advertisers second thoughts. We concluded the series Disappearing Daughters with a final offering of opinion from a community panel. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 20 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Ontario Morning Podcast - Friday April 20, 2012 The price of farmland is soaring. We heard why from agricultural economist Phillip Shaw. Jack Roe had this week's Peterborough Report. Yesterday the federal government announced the Kingston Penitentiary will be closed. We heard about the impact on prisoners from Howard Sapers, ombudsman for inmates and about the economic impact on the city from Jeff Garrah. Marketing prof essor Marvin Ryder talked about the double-edged effect of the hit-filled NHL playoffs. The games are attracting record audiences in the States, but the association with violence may be giving some advertisers second thoughts. We concluded the series Disappearing Daughters with a final offering of opinion from a community panel. 2482 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/ontariomorning_20120419_93630.mp3 Mike Payne told us about the efforts by students at Queen's University in Kingston to build a better backyard chicken coop. We heard suggestions on how to ensure your child is getting enough sleep. Author and academic Isabela Granic was our guest. The Toronto Star's Michelle Shephard talked about the prospect of Omar Khadr being repatriated to Canada and what his future will be here. Dr. Larry Schnurr told about his dramatic roadside rescue of a motorcyclist who had an accident. We got some tips on 'greening' our personal grooming from the author of the Ecoholic series of books, Adria Vasil. JC Kenny had the Kingston Report. The director of the Tom Thomson Gallery, Virginia Eichhorn told us about the inquiries she gets from people who think they have unnearthed a forgotten work by a master. And in the continuing series, Disappearing Daughters, we hear excerpts from a panel discussion on cultural attitudes among immigrant communities toward gender selection. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 19 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Ontario Morning Podcast - Thursday April 19, 2012 Mike Payne told us about the efforts by students at Queen's University in Kingston to build a better backyard chicken coop. We heard suggestions on how to ensure your child is getting enough sleep. Author and academic Isabela Granic was our guest. The Toronto Star's Michelle Shephard talked about the prospect of Omar Khadr being repatriated to Canada and what his future will be here. Dr. Larry Schnurr told about his dramatic roadside rescue of a motorcyclist who had an accident. We got some tips on 'greening' our personal grooming from the author of the Ecoholic series of books, Adria Vasil. JC Kenny had the Kingston Report. The director of the Tom Thomson Gallery, Virginia Eichhorn told us about the inquiries she gets from people who think they have unnearthed a forgotten work by a master. And in the continuing series, Disappearing Daughters, we hear excerpts from a panel discussion on cultural attitudes among immigrant communities toward gender selection. 3731 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/ontariomorning_20120418_47067.mp3 Stormont Dundas Glengarry in Eastern Ontario is trying to 'brand' itself. North Dundas mayor Eric Duncan told us how. Have you seen the Red Admiral butterflies? We heard more from naturalist Drew Monkman in Peterborough. Our tech expert Jesse Hirsh explained why Apple computer products are no longer immune to threats from hackers and viruses. Jan Johnstone at the Bluewater District School Board explained how and why they finally passed a regulation to ban the distribution of religious materials to students. John Gillis at Fort Henry introduced us to their new mascot, a goat: David the 10th. Music teacher Paul Coates offers advice on how to keep practising a musical instrument from turning into torture. Queen's professor Bruce Pardy shared his views about the federal government's new rules about environmental assessments. The CBC's Mary Wiens brought us part three of the series Disappearing Daughters. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 18 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Ontario Morning Podcast - Wednesday April 18, 2012 Stormont Dundas Glengarry in Eastern Ontario is trying to 'brand' itself. North Dundas mayor Eric Duncan told us how. Have you seen the Red Admiral butterflies? We heard more from naturalist Drew Monkman in Peterborough. Our tech expert Jesse Hirsh explained why Apple computer products are no longer immune to threats from hackers and viruses. Jan Johnstone at the Bluewater District School Board explained how and why they finally passed a regulation to ban the distribution of religious materials to students. John Gillis at Fort Henry introduced us to their new mascot, a goat: David the 10th. Music teacher Paul Coates offers advice on how to keep practising a musical instrument from turning into torture. Queen's professor Bruce Pardy shared his views about the federal government's new rules about environmental assessments. The CBC's Mary Wiens brought us part three of the series Disappearing Daughters. 3350 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/ontariomorning_20120417_36787.mp3 Cynthia Wesley Esquimaux of the Georgina Island First Nation told us about the significance of a land claims deal in central Ontario. Some tornado victims in Goderich are now battling insurance companies. We heard more from town councillor Kevin Morrison, who has taken up their cause. Acting Mayor, councillor Steven Orser and resident Oliver Hobson talked about the lively debate in London over a suggestion that the city adopt new rules of decorum for citizens attending council meetings. On this week's Ottawa Report, Rob Russo of the Canadian Press told us why the 30 anniversary of the Charter of Rights is getting little attention from the federal government. A disproportionate number of boys are born to Indian families in Ontario. We continued our series Disappearing Daughters with midwife Manavi Handa. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 17 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Ontario Morning Podcast - Tuesday April 17, 2012 Cynthia Wesley Esquimaux of the Georgina Island First Nation told us about the significance of a land claims deal in central Ontario. Some tornado victims in Goderich are now battling insurance companies. We heard more from town councillor Kevin Morrison, who has taken up their cause. Acting Mayor, councillor Steven Orser and resident Oliver Hobson talked about the lively debate in London over a suggestion that the city adopt new rules of decorum for citizens attending council meetings. On this week's Ottawa Report, Rob Russo of the Canadian Press told us why the 30 anniversary of the Charter of Rights is getting little attention from the federal government. A disproportionate number of boys are born to Indian families in Ontario. We continued our series Disappearing Daughters with midwife Manavi Handa. 2893 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/ontariomorning_20120416_81509.mp3 London teens can find a different way to finish high school through a new program at Western called ''School Within A University". Howard Deane of the Consumers Council of Canada explains how to avoid surprise charges on your mobile devices. An inquest begins today into the death of four seniors in an Orillia nursing home. Jim Jessup of the Ontario Association of Fire Chiefs talks about the need for new safety standards. Hockey isn't the only game on ice. The Canadian Broomball Nationals will be played in New Hamburg this week. We find out more from Steve Gibbings. Minister of Education Laurel Broten and Sam Hammonds of the Elementary Teachers Federation offer their opinions on the province's call to freeze teacher salaries. 'Disappearing Daughters' is the name of the new series focussing on the preference in some cultures that favour males to selectively end some preganancies. CBC contributor Aparita Bhandari offers her perspective. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 16 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Ontario Morning Podcast - Monday April 16, 2012 London teens can find a different way to finish high school through a new program at Western called ''School Within A University". Howard Deane of the Consumers Council of Canada explains how to avoid surprise charges on your mobile devices. An inquest begins today into the death of four seniors in an Orillia nursing home. Jim Jessup of the Ontario Association of Fire Chiefs talks about the need for new safety standards. Hockey isn't the only game on ice. The Canadian Broomball Nationals will be played in New Hamburg this week. We find out more from Steve Gibbings. Minister of Education Laurel Broten and Sam Hammonds of the Elementary Teachers Federation offer their opinions on the province's call to freeze teacher salaries. 'Disappearing Daughters' is the name of the new series focussing on the preference in some cultures that favour males to selectively end some preganancies. CBC contributor Aparita Bhandari offers her perspective. 2219 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/ontariomorning_20120413_12349.mp3 Our tech expert Jesse Hirsh talks about games and websites that can teach you how to write computer code. Jack Roe has his Peterborough Report. Music therapist Wanda Gascho-White explains how music can be effective in engaging the elderly with dementia. We get an assessment of the effectiveness of over-the-counter treatments for bug bites from dermatologist Cheryl Rosen. Iris the Dragon is a character in a series of books where the stories help kids understand mental health and wellness issues. Jessica Grass talks about the latest edition that will help children cope with the challenges of living in a family in the miliary. Anne and Joe Lescan are the grateful recipients of the services of over 100 local volunteers who are renovating a home to accommodate Joe's needs after a serious accident. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 13 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Ontario Morning Podcast - Friday April 13, 2012 Our tech expert Jesse Hirsh talks about games and websites that can teach you how to write computer code. Jack Roe has his Peterborough Report. Music therapist Wanda Gascho-White explains how music can be effective in engaging the elderly with dementia. We get an assessment of the effectiveness of over-the-counter treatments for bug bites from dermatologist Cheryl Rosen. Iris the Dragon is a character in a series of books where the stories help kids understand mental health and wellness issues. Jessica Grass talks about the latest edition that will help children cope with the challenges of living in a family in the miliary. Anne and Joe Lescan are the grateful recipients of the services of over 100 local volunteers who are renovating a home to accommodate Joe's needs after a serious accident. 2568 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/ontariomorning_20120412_40743.mp3 There's a new computer scam that offers to help you eliminate viruses. Daniel Williams from the Anti Fraud Centre told us how to avoid getting taken advantage of. Maritime historian and author J. Kent Layton described how the Titanic disaster led to new safety measures. The CBC's Dave Seglins spoke with Cyndy Vanier, the Mount Forest woman being held in a Mexican prison. Family doctor David Price explained why codeine has to be used with caution when administered to children. JC Kenny has this week's Kingston Report. There can be stigma associated with lung cancer and it can affect patient care. Michelle Lobchuck talked about here research. Professor Mike Bauer of Western University offered a primer on cloud computing. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 12 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Ontario Morning Podcast - Thursday April 12, 2012 There's a new computer scam that offers to help you eliminate viruses. Daniel Williams from the Anti Fraud Centre told us how to avoid getting taken advantage of. Maritime historian and author J. Kent Layton described how the Titanic disaster led to new safety measures. The CBC's Dave Seglins spoke with Cyndy Vanier, the Mount Forest woman being held in a Mexican prison. Family doctor David Price explained why codeine has to be used with caution when administered to children. JC Kenny has this week's Kingston Report. There can be stigma associated with lung cancer and it can affect patient care. Michelle Lobchuck talked about here research. Professor Mike Bauer of Western University offered a primer on cloud computing. 2458 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/ontariomorning_20120411_76834.mp3 Low water levels are being reported across the province. We spoke to Gord Gallant at the Ministry of Natural Resources and Gordon Earle with the Otonabee Conservation Authority. Is hip hop getting a bad rap after shootings at concerts in London and Toronto? Adulis Mokanan, host of a hip hop radio show in London was at the event. Master gardener, Maureen Hulbert offered up drought- tolerant alternatives to the conventional lawn. Amateur weather watchers are wanted by Environment Canada. Geoff Coulson told us more. Chris Boyce, Director Radio had Audio at CBC explained how cutbacks will affect listeners in Ontario. And Wolfe Island resident Ed Kenney explained his frustration that the municipality would not reduce his property assessment even though his home is adjacent to a wind farm. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 11 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Ontario Morning Podcast - Wednesday April 11, 2012 Low water levels are being reported across the province. We spoke to Gord Gallant at the Ministry of Natural Resources and Gordon Earle with the Otonabee Conservation Authority. Is hip hop getting a bad rap after shootings at concerts in London and Toronto? Adulis Mokanan, host of a hip hop radio show in London was at the event. Master gardener, Maureen Hulbert offered up drought- tolerant alternatives to the conventional lawn. Amateur weather watchers are wanted by Environment Canada. Geoff Coulson told us more. Chris Boyce, Director Radio had Audio at CBC explained how cutbacks will affect listeners in Ontario. And Wolfe Island resident Ed Kenney explained his frustration that the municipality would not reduce his property assessment even though his home is adjacent to a wind farm. 2855 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/ontariomorning_20120410_29218.mp3 Do violent video games cause kids to be more violent? A new study from Sweden says no. Our tech columnist Jesse Hirsh told us more. We spoke with apple grower Brian Gilroy about the impact of the spring weather on apple orchards. Because they hurt so much emotionally, many teens hurt themselves physically. We heard about self harm from psychology professor Stephen Lewis at the University of Guelph. Professional organizer Clare Kumar had some advice on 'spring cleaning' your computer's data. Family doctor Peter Lin talked about the reasons why stress could could contribute to illness. In our Ottawa Report Rob Russo of the Canadian Press had more about the controversy surrounding the bid to buy teh F-35 fighter jets. And the CBC's Stephanie Matteis told us about the connection between the movie 'Project X' and the St. Patrick's Day student riots in London. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 10 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Ontario Morning Podcast - Tuesday April 10. 2012 Do violent video games cause kids to be more violent? A new study from Sweden says no. Our tech columnist Jesse Hirsh told us more. We spoke with apple grower Brian Gilroy about the impact of the spring weather on apple orchards. Because they hurt so much emotionally, many teens hurt themselves physically. We heard about self harm from psychology professor Stephen Lewis at the University of Guelph. Professional organizer Clare Kumar had some advice on 'spring cleaning' your computer's data. Family doctor Peter Lin talked about the reasons why stress could could contribute to illness. In our Ottawa Report Rob Russo of the Canadian Press had more about the controversy surrounding the bid to buy teh F-35 fighter jets. And the CBC's Stephanie Matteis told us about the connection between the movie 'Project X' and the St. Patrick's Day student riots in London. 2805 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/ontariomorning_20120405_99703.mp3 Author Alan Hustak talks about some of the Canadian connections to the Titanic that sank 100 years ago this month. Enviro-pig, a genetically altered pig will not go to market. We heard why from Rich Moccia at the University of Guelph. Petroleum analyst Roger McKnight told us to prepare for even higher gas prices. The Blue Jays' 2012 season begins today. Voice of the Jays, Jerry Howarth talked about what he expects from the team. JC Kenny had this week's Kingston Report . Marketplace host Erica Johnson told us about "busting" companies for questionable fees and poor service. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 05 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Ontario Morning Podcast - Thursday April 5, 2012 Author Alan Hustak talks about some of the Canadian connections to the Titanic that sank 100 years ago this month. Enviro-pig, a genetically altered pig will not go to market. We heard why from Rich Moccia at the University of Guelph. Petroleum analyst Roger McKnight told us to prepare for even higher gas prices. The Blue Jays' 2012 season begins today. Voice of the Jays, Jerry Howarth talked about what he expects from the team. JC Kenny had this week's Kingston Report . Marketplace host Erica Johnson told us about "busting" companies for questionable fees and poor service. 2449 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/ontariomorning_20120404_82375.mp3 We hear from Jay Amer about the latest efforts to keep Peterborough Collegiate Vocational Institute open. Republican Mitt Romney swept last night's primaries. Linda Feldman analyses the implications for the presidential election in the U.S. Dr. Paula Menzies describes scabies, a disease that afflicts sheep and goats. High school teacher Hugh Johnstone talks about being chosen Music Teacher of the Year at the Juno awards. Police officer Ron Wheeldon reminds us to lock our car doors when leaving our vehicles unattended. Four of the five nominees for this year's Leacock Medal for Humour are women. Michael Hill outlines the list of contenders for the prize. And M.P.P. Rob Milligan talks aboiut his private member's bill that would make it mandatory when renewing a driver's license or health card to declare whether or not one will be an organ donor. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 04 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Ontario Morning Podcast - Wednesday April 4, 2012 We hear from Jay Amer about the latest efforts to keep Peterborough Collegiate Vocational Institute open. Republican Mitt Romney swept last night's primaries. Linda Feldman analyses the implications for the presidential election in the U.S. Dr. Paula Menzies describes scabies, a disease that afflicts sheep and goats. High school teacher Hugh Johnstone talks about being chosen Music Teacher of the Year at the Juno awards. Police officer Ron Wheeldon reminds us to lock our car doors when leaving our vehicles unattended. Four of the five nominees for this year's Leacock Medal for Humour are women. Michael Hill outlines the list of contenders for the prize. And M.P.P. Rob Milligan talks aboiut his private member's bill that would make it mandatory when renewing a driver's license or health card to declare whether or not one will be an organ donor. 2706 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/ontariomorning_20120403_43991.mp3 We hear from a farmer about how her flock of rare sheep which were to be exterminated as a precaution against a disease mysteriously disappeared. Tech guy Jesse Hirsh talks about raising venture capital on line. CBC reporter Colin Butler has an update on the trial of Michael Rafferty. Dr. Doug Manuel explains how five lifestyle choices can add seven years to your life. Kady O'Malley has this week's Ottawa Report. And a nuisance bylaw has been proposed in London in hopes of preventing the reoccurence of the St.Patrick's Day riot. The CBC's Kerry McKee has reaction. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 03 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT Ontario Morning Podcast - Tuesday April 3, 2012 We hear from a farmer about how her flock of rare sheep which were to be exterminated as a precaution against a disease mysteriously disappeared. Tech guy Jesse Hirsh talks about raising venture capital on line. CBC reporter Colin Butler has an update on the trial of Michael Rafferty. Dr. Doug Manuel explains how five lifestyle choices can add seven years to your life. Kady O'Malley has this week's Ottawa Report. And a nuisance bylaw has been proposed in London in hopes of preventing the reoccurence of the St.Patrick's Day riot. The CBC's Kerry McKee has reaction. 2634 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/ontariomorning_20120330_14180.mp3 Stan Burditt told us about the issue of human trafficking in advance of a conference in London today. Jack Roe had this week's Peterborough Report. Rob Russo of the Canadian Press has reaction and analysis of the federal budget. Acutuary Fred Vetesse talks about the implications of raising the age by which Canadians will qualify for Old Age Security. Nokia is developing a vibrating tattoo that will be activated by your mobile device. Our tech expert, Jesse Hirsh has more. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Sat, 31 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Ontario Morning Podcast - Friday March 30, 2012 Stan Burditt told us about the issue of human trafficking in advance of a conference in London today. Jack Roe had this week's Peterborough Report. Rob Russo of the Canadian Press has reaction and analysis of the federal budget. Acutuary Fred Vetesse talks about the implications of raising the age by which Canadians will qualify for Old Age Security. Nokia is developing a vibrating tattoo that will be activated by your mobile device. Our tech expert, Jesse Hirsh has more. 2061 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/ontariomorning_20120329_39519.mp3 Rob Croft of Grey-Bruce Health Services describes the system they've devised that helps patients see test results more quickly. Should the city of Sarnia buy the port from the feds? Mayor Mike Bradley outlines the problems with the offer. We get a preview of the budget from TD economist Sonya Gulati and Sharon DeSousa of the Public Service Alliance of Canada. Jonathan Chevrau talks about how the government has to balance competing interests of different generations while crafting the budget. JC Kenny has this week's Kingston Report. And what to do with the losing Maple Leafs. Gord Stellick of Hockey Night in Canada Radio offers his thoughts. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 29 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Ontario Morning Podcast - Thursday March 28, 2012 Rob Croft of Grey-Bruce Health Services describes the system they've devised that helps patients see test results more quickly. Should the city of Sarnia buy the port from the feds? Mayor Mike Bradley outlines the problems with the offer. We get a preview of the budget from TD economist Sonya Gulati and Sharon DeSousa of the Public Service Alliance of Canada. Jonathan Chevrau talks about how the government has to balance competing interests of different generations while crafting the budget. JC Kenny has this week's Kingston Report. And what to do with the losing Maple Leafs. Gord Stellick of Hockey Night in Canada Radio offers his thoughts. 2829 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/ontariomorning_20120328_31020.mp3 Author and former deputy minister at the Ministry of Defence, Alan Williams, talks about the government's misuse of procurement guidelines so to favour the F35 fighter. We get reaction to the economics of the proposed provincial budget from Eric Lascelles of RBC Global Management and Sheila Block of the Wellesley Institute. Peter Woolstencroft of the University of Waterloo considers the political implications. Corina Koch MacLeod tells about a digital book she co-authored to help reluctant readers. Environment Canada may soon ban the use of triclosan, an antibacterial agent found in many household items - including soap and toothpaste. Gideon Forman of the Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment tells us more. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 28 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Ontario Morning Podcast - Wednesday March 28, 2012 Author and former deputy minister at the Ministry of Defence, Alan Williams, talks about the government's misuse of procurement guidelines so to favour the F35 fighter. We get reaction to the economics of the proposed provincial budget from Eric Lascelles of RBC Global Management and Sheila Block of the Wellesley Institute. Peter Woolstencroft of the University of Waterloo considers the political implications. Corina Koch MacLeod tells about a digital book she co-authored to help reluctant readers. Environment Canada may soon ban the use of triclosan, an antibacterial agent found in many household items - including soap and toothpaste. Gideon Forman of the Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment tells us more. 2248 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/ontariomorning_20120327_68999.mp3 A cyber attack threatened to cause a disaster at the NDP leadership convention. Our tech expert Jesse Hirsh told us about "denial of service" attacks. London city councillor Harold Usher told us why he and his collegues should get a pay raise. Following yesterday's landmark ruling legalizing brothels in Ontario, we got reaction from Nikki Thomas of Sex Professionals of Canada and Jackie Davies of Queen's University in Kingston.Two former MPP's - Janet Ecker and Sandra Pupatello - discussed the politics behind creating the provincial budget. CBC reporter, James Fitz-Morris had a look ahead to the federal budget, in our Ottawa report. And we heard how students in St Thomas are using Twitter to learn Shakespeare. We spoke to teacher Danika Barker and student Marco Cindric. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 27 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Ontario Morning Podcast - Tuesday March 27, 2012 A cyber attack threatened to cause a disaster at the NDP leadership convention. Our tech expert Jesse Hirsh told us about "denial of service" attacks. London city councillor Harold Usher told us why he and his collegues should get a pay raise. Following yesterday's landmark ruling legalizing brothels in Ontario, we got reaction from Nikki Thomas of Sex Professionals of Canada and Jackie Davies of Queen's University in Kingston.Two former MPP's - Janet Ecker and Sandra Pupatello - discussed the politics behind creating the provincial budget. CBC reporter, James Fitz-Morris had a look ahead to the federal budget, in our Ottawa report. And we heard how students in St Thomas are using Twitter to learn Shakespeare. We spoke to teacher Danika Barker and student Marco Cindric. 2954 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/ontariomorning_20120326_89611.mp3 Family doctor Peter Lin told us about a new study that looks at the pitfalls of online self-diagnosis. Are blood tests for food allergies useful or a waste of money? We heard from allergist Dr. Moshe Ben-Shoshan. Given Air Canada's problems, some people are questioning the need for a 'national' carrier. We spoke with airline expert Fred Lazar about the issue. It's been four weeks since workers at Electro Motive Diesel ratified their severance package. We checked in with two of them, Kelly Gordon and Tony Biviano. The CBC's Sara Elliott has the story of a beekeeper in Blenhein who found an unwanted visitor in her hives. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 26 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Ontario Morning Podcast - Monday March 26, 2012 Family doctor Peter Lin told us about a new study that looks at the pitfalls of online self-diagnosis. Are blood tests for food allergies useful or a waste of money? We heard from allergist Dr. Moshe Ben-Shoshan. Given Air Canada's problems, some people are questioning the need for a 'national' carrier. We spoke with airline expert Fred Lazar about the issue. It's been four weeks since workers at Electro Motive Diesel ratified their severance package. We checked in with two of them, Kelly Gordon and Tony Biviano. The CBC's Sara Elliott has the story of a beekeeper in Blenhein who found an unwanted visitor in her hives. 2172 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/ontariomorning_20120323_84523.mp3 Ian Capstick, former press secretary for Jack Layton looks ahead to the NDP leadership convention. Jack Roe has this week's Peterborough Report. There have been more calls for Health Minister Deb Mathews to resign over the fiasco at Ornge, the air ambulance service. Former cabinet minister Janet Ecker offers her perspective. Alok Mukherjee the head of the Ontario Association of Police Services Boards talked about the need to rein in the cost of policing. And Erica Johnson of CBC television's Marketplace told us about their investigation into dirty hospitals. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 23 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Ontario Morning Podcast - Friday March 23, 2012 Ian Capstick, former press secretary for Jack Layton looks ahead to the NDP leadership convention. Jack Roe has this week's Peterborough Report. There have been more calls for Health Minister Deb Mathews to resign over the fiasco at Ornge, the air ambulance service. Former cabinet minister Janet Ecker offers her perspective. Alok Mukherjee the head of the Ontario Association of Police Services Boards talked about the need to rein in the cost of policing. And Erica Johnson of CBC television's Marketplace told us about their investigation into dirty hospitals. 2213 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/ontariomorning_20120322_30929.mp3 We heard from Lisa Gilbert of the group Friends of Tecumseh Monument Building about their efforts to create a memorial to a hero of the war of 1812. John Curtis told us what Prime Minister Stephen Harper is hoping to accomplish in his latest trip to Asia. Three gas stations in Kingston and Brockville were found guilty of price fixing. We spoke with petroleum analyst Roger McKnight. JC Kenny had our Kingston Report. CBC reporter Stephen DeSouza had the latest from the Rafferty Trial in London. And the warm weather means more bugs. Entomologist Rob Currie told us why. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 22 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Ontario Morning Podcast - Thursday March 22, 2012 We heard from Lisa Gilbert of the group Friends of Tecumseh Monument Building about their efforts to create a memorial to a hero of the war of 1812. John Curtis told us what Prime Minister Stephen Harper is hoping to accomplish in his latest trip to Asia. Three gas stations in Kingston and Brockville were found guilty of price fixing. We spoke with petroleum analyst Roger McKnight. JC Kenny had our Kingston Report. CBC reporter Stephen DeSouza had the latest from the Rafferty Trial in London. And the warm weather means more bugs. Entomologist Rob Currie told us why. 2465 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/ontariomorning_20120321_76741.mp3 Two local farmers tell us how the warmer weather is affecting them. Habitat for Humanity in Orillia/Lake Country has the means to build a home - but apparently no candidate for owner. London artist Tom Benner talks about having to repair his rhino sculpture yet again. We learn more about some of the toxins present in modern-day workplaces from Rick Smith. Look! Up there! Is that a tree or a cell phone tower? We hear about Bell's efforts to get their technology to blend in with the natural surroundings. Mike Stubbs and Paul Svoboda handicap the OHL playoffs. And condutor Alain Trudel talks about Orchestra London's concert with a video game theme. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 21 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Ontario Morning Podcast - Wednesday March 21, 2012 Two local farmers tell us how the warmer weather is affecting them. Habitat for Humanity in Orillia/Lake Country has the means to build a home - but apparently no candidate for owner. London artist Tom Benner talks about having to repair his rhino sculpture yet again. We learn more about some of the toxins present in modern-day workplaces from Rick Smith. Look! Up there! Is that a tree or a cell phone tower? We hear about Bell's efforts to get their technology to blend in with the natural surroundings. Mike Stubbs and Paul Svoboda handicap the OHL playoffs. And condutor Alain Trudel talks about Orchestra London's concert with a video game theme. 2914 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/ontariomorning_20120320_81905.mp3 Dr. Leena Augimeri discusses whether there are warning signs that could indicate that a child could later become a criminal. Two Fanshawe College students recount Saturday night's riot. Western University psychologist, Paul Whitehead talks about the mentality that fosters such destructive behaviour. Oro-Medonte Mayor, Harry Hughes, talks about the cost of rescuing ice fishermen from a floe on Lake Simcoe. On this week's Ottawa Report, the CBC's Susan Lunn looks at the upcoming NDP leadership convention. Tommy Hunter talks to us before his farewell concert tonight in London. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Tue, 20 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Ontario Morning Podcast - Tuesday March 20, 2012 Dr. Leena Augimeri discusses whether there are warning signs that could indicate that a child could later become a criminal. Two Fanshawe College students recount Saturday night's riot. Western University psychologist, Paul Whitehead talks about the mentality that fosters such destructive behaviour. Oro-Medonte Mayor, Harry Hughes, talks about the cost of rescuing ice fishermen from a floe on Lake Simcoe. On this week's Ottawa Report, the CBC's Susan Lunn looks at the upcoming NDP leadership convention. Tommy Hunter talks to us before his farewell concert tonight in London. 2582 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/ontariomorning_20120319_88060.mp3 Tech guy Jesse Hirsh talks about WalMart's new service for storing your DVD content on their cloud. Mark Winfield talks about anticipated changes to the province's green energy policy. Gail Vaz-Oxlade has suggestions on how to budget for a summer vacation. London Police Chief, Brad Duncan and Emily Marcoccia of Fanshawe College talk about the riot by students on Saturday night. Susan Eng of CARP discusses the proposal for tougher penalties for those who abuse the elderly. And Ben Strudwick of a Barrie neighbourhood association and Michelle Strickland of the John Howard Society talk about the matter of ex-cons dropped off in the city, remaining there. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Mon, 19 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Ontario Morning Podcast - Monday March 19, 2012 Tech guy Jesse Hirsh talks about WalMart's new service for storing your DVD content on their cloud. Mark Winfield talks about anticipated changes to the province's green energy policy. Gail Vaz-Oxlade has suggestions on how to budget for a summer vacation. London Police Chief, Brad Duncan and Emily Marcoccia of Fanshawe College talk about the riot by students on Saturday night. Susan Eng of CARP discusses the proposal for tougher penalties for those who abuse the elderly. And Ben Strudwick of a Barrie neighbourhood association and Michelle Strickland of the John Howard Society talk about the matter of ex-cons dropped off in the city, remaining there. 3053 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/ontariomorning_20120316_37743.mp3 Canada's alpine ski team is competing in the World Cup finals in Austria. We got a preview from C-B-C ski analyst and Olympic gold medalist Kerrin Lee-Gartner. Swarms of robots. Not stars of a sci fi film but real life workers. Our tech expert Jesse Hirsh told us more. The impact of the OLG's changes to the revenue sharing plan with the horseracing industry. Jack Roe had details in our Peterborough report. With signs of spring everywhere, you may be inspired to do some gardening. We got advice from Stephen Westcott-Gratton in Beaverton. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 16 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Ontario Morning Podcast March16,2012 Canada's alpine ski team is competing in the World Cup finals in Austria. We got a preview from C-B-C ski analyst and Olympic gold medalist Kerrin Lee-Gartner. Swarms of robots. Not stars of a sci fi film but real life workers. Our tech expert Jesse Hirsh told us more. The impact of the OLG's changes to the revenue sharing plan with the horseracing industry. Jack Roe had details in our Peterborough report. With signs of spring everywhere, you may be inspired to do some gardening. We got advice from Stephen Westcott-Gratton in Beaverton. 1648 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/ontariomorning_20120315_12114.mp3 E-health technologies are often touted as a way to improve patient care and help reduce healthcare costs. But a new study says e-health technologies can actually end up costing healthcare systems more. Our tech columnist Jesse Hirsh filled us in. Monday was Commonwealth Day, and this year marks 60 years that Queen Elizabeth II has been Head of the Commonwealth. We'll hear about its relevance for Canada. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 15 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Ontario Morning Podcast - Monday March 12, 2012 E-health technologies are often touted as a way to improve patient care and help reduce healthcare costs. But a new study says e-health technologies can actually end up costing healthcare systems more. Our tech columnist Jesse Hirsh filled us in. Monday was Commonwealth Day, and this year marks 60 years that Queen Elizabeth II has been Head of the Commonwealth. We'll hear about its relevance for Canada. 2522 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/ontariomorning_20120315_79718.mp3 It's the ugly side of beauty we don't often think about. All those chemicals that go down the drain, and garbage that goes to landfill. We heard how one company is helping salons change that. In the September 15th, 1939 edition of the Victoria Advocate newspaper deep in the heart of Texas.... there's a story about a man from London. His name is Fred Dicy. And the story goes that he invented a car that runs on water. We talked with his grandson.. and found out what became of Fred Dicy and his water-powered car. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 15 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Ontario Morning Podcast - Wednesday March 14,2012 It's the ugly side of beauty we don't often think about. All those chemicals that go down the drain, and garbage that goes to landfill. We heard how one company is helping salons change that. In the September 15th, 1939 edition of the Victoria Advocate newspaper deep in the heart of Texas.... there's a story about a man from London. His name is Fred Dicy. And the story goes that he invented a car that runs on water. We talked with his grandson.. and found out what became of Fred Dicy and his water-powered car. 2565 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/ontariomorning_20120315_23774.mp3 Could cell phone bills finally get cheaper? Telecom analyst Eamon Hoey told us about the government's changes. Today's the deadline for getting those ice huts off the lakes. Wil Wegman of the MNR told us why it's so important. One year since the violence began in Syria, what does it take to end the crackdown? We heard from mideast expert Mark Sedra. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 15 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT Ontario Morning Podcast - Thursday March 15,2012 Could cell phone bills finally get cheaper? Telecom analyst Eamon Hoey told us about the government's changes. Today's the deadline for getting those ice huts off the lakes. Wil Wegman of the MNR told us why it's so important. One year since the violence began in Syria, what does it take to end the crackdown? We heard from mideast expert Mark Sedra. 3580 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/ontariomorning_20120309_85749.mp3 The correspondent for Britain's The Telegraph reports on the first anniversary of the disaster in Japan. Linden MacIntyre previews tonight's Fifth Estate episode, "The Oxycontin Time Bomb". Jack Roe has this week's Peterborough Report. Psychologist Sally Christensen explains how to address children's worries in response to the Michael Rafferty trial. Lori Mambella has an overview of the Ontario Winter Games. Travel insurance may not have you covered. Erica Johnson of Marketplace explains some of the pitfalls. And Western professor Horia Hangan talks about facing a tornado. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Fri, 09 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT Ontario Morning Podcast - Friday March 9, 2012 The correspondent for Britain's The Telegraph reports on the first anniversary of the disaster in Japan. Linden MacIntyre previews tonight's Fifth Estate episode, "The Oxycontin Time Bomb". Jack Roe has this week's Peterborough Report. Psychologist Sally Christensen explains how to address children's worries in response to the Michael Rafferty trial. Lori Mambella has an overview of the Ontario Winter Games. Travel insurance may not have you covered. Erica Johnson of Marketplace explains some of the pitfalls. And Western professor Horia Hangan talks about facing a tornado. 2924 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/ontariomorning_20120308_81347.mp3 The OPP in Leamington are learning to speak Spanish. We heard why from Staff Sgt Ed Marocko. We spoke with airline analyst Robert Kokonis about Air Canada's problems with poor profitablility and labour unrest. Why do we get the hiccups? Kingston doctor Dan Howes shared his theory. JC Kenny has this week's Kingston Report. We got reaction to Apple's latest version of the iPad from tech expert Carmi Levy. Psychology professor Gordon Flett talked about causes and effects of perfectionism. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Thu, 08 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT Ontario Morning Podcast - Thursday March 8, 2012 The OPP in Leamington are learning to speak Spanish. We heard why from Staff Sgt Ed Marocko. We spoke with airline analyst Robert Kokonis about Air Canada's problems with poor profitablility and labour unrest. Why do we get the hiccups? Kingston doctor Dan Howes shared his theory. JC Kenny has this week's Kingston Report. We got reaction to Apple's latest version of the iPad from tech expert Carmi Levy. Psychology professor Gordon Flett talked about causes and effects of perfectionism. 2551 http://podcast.cbc.ca/mp3/podcasts/ontariomorning_20120307_55948.mp3 A dwindling population and increasing debt has made for a bleak economic outlook for many communities in Eastern Ontario. We heard more from Mel Campbell, chair of the Eastern Ontario Wardens' Caucus. We caught up with Guelph's Erin Mielzinski after her World Cup Slalom victory in Germany on the weekend. Family doctor Peter Lin explains why we had such a mild flu season. We had an update on the murder trial of Michael Rafferty from the CBC's Colin Butler. University of Ottawa researcher, Philip Kesner describes how he and the team he's a member of, figured out how pot causes short-term memory loss. What are the risks for a vacation in Mexico, given all the violence? We heard from security expert Ruben Rodriguez. Music teacher and violinist. Celina Di Cecca told us about the Great Canadian Fiddle Show that will be held in London this weekend. http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting podcasting@cbc.ca Wed, 07 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT Ontario Morning Podcast - Wednesday March 7, 2012 A dwindling population and increasing debt has made for a bleak economic outlook for many communities in Eastern Ontario. We heard more from Mel Campbell, chair of the Eastern Ontario Wardens' Caucus. We caught up with Guelph's Erin Mielzinski after her World Cup Slalom victory in Germany on the weekend. Family doctor Peter Lin explains why we had such a mild flu season. We had an update on the murder trial of Michael Rafferty from the CBC's Colin Butler. University of Ottawa researcher, Philip Kesner describes how he and the team he's a member of, figured out how pot causes short-term memory loss. What are the risks for a vacation in Mexico, given all the violence? We heard from security expert Ruben Rodriguez. Music teacher and violinist. Celina Di Cecca told us about the Great Canadian Fiddle Show that will be held in London this weekend. 2926