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Episode 564
Letting candidates speak freely, sexual assault allegations at Western U, Sally Rooney's new book & more
Day 6 for Sept. 18, 2021.
Amid Western University allegations, more education needed to combat culture of sexual violence: advocate
A former Western University student says concerns around on-campus sexual violence aren't new or limited to the school, but that administration must do more to rebuild trust with the student body.
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Forced party unity muzzles MPs and hurts democracy, says political scientist
On Monday, Canadian voters will head to the polls. While they'll be marking their ballot alongside the name of a local MP, research suggests most of them will be voting for the party, not the candidate. While political parties might see that as a sign their brand is working, Alex Marland says the lack of focus on local candidates is a problem.
Should I Read It?
Sally Rooney's new novel is exquisitely written, but doesn't live up to the hype: Toyne
Irish writer Sally Rooney's latest novel, 'Beautiful World, Where Are You,' was one of the most anticipated book releases of 2021. But does the bestseller live up to the hype? Day 6 books columnist Becky Toyne weighs in.
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How the Taliban could use former Afghan government personnel databases to target opponents
As the Taliban advanced across Afghanistan, it may have gained access to databases of personal and biometric information originally intended to help the former government. Reporter Eileen Guo says her sources worry they could be used to target the Taliban's enemies.
Meet the upstart company working to disrupt the 'whitewashed' opera industry
Toronto-based Amplified Opera is the Canadian Opera Company's newly named "disruptor-in-residence". The group aims to bring performers from “equity-seeking” groups to opera stages — and they’re bringing that message to the COC.
Riffed from the Headlines: 18/09/2021
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Episode 563
Leylah Fernandez's great week, Islamophobia after 9/11, the man behind The Card Counter, LeVar Burton and more
Day 6 for Sept. 11, 2021.
Meet the doctors walking Hamilton's streets offering COVID-19 vaccines to anyone who wants one
Dr. Kerry Beal and Dr. Joe Oliver regularly walk neighbourhoods with low vaccination rates offering on-the-spot shots to those who can't access them — particularly those experiencing homelessness.
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'Her weapon is her mind': Tennis writer Stephanie Myles on Leylah Fernandez' remarkable rise
Canadian tennis player Leylah Fernandez has emerged as a major star at the U.S. Open this week. And while the 19-year-old came out of nowhere for many Canadians, sports writer Stephanie Myles has been following her career for years.
'It's like living in a nightmare': Canadian Muslims describe their experiences after 9/11
Canada experienced a spike in anti-Muslim sentiment in the aftermath of 9/11. On the 20th anniversary of the attacks, two Canadian Muslims describe how they were made to feel like outsiders in their own country.
Paul Schrader is one of Hollywood's greatest directors you may not have heard of
You’re excused if the name Paul Schrader doesn't ring a bell. But his latest film hits theatres exclusively, and following the critical and box office success of First Reformed in 2017, the 75-year-old filmmaker is experiencing a bit of a renaissance.
Why Reading Rainbow's LeVar Burton wants to read to you through the pandemic
As the COVID-19 pandemic took hold around the world last Spring, acclaimed actor LeVar Burton took to Twitter and read stories for all ages via live stream, and recently launched a new season of his storytelling podcast.
Riffed from the Headlines: 11/09/2021
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Episode 562
Anger on the campaign trail, the Green Turtle, politics on dating apps; El Chiringuito, Willie Dunn and more
Day 6 for Saturday, Sept. 4, 2021.
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Who are the people disrupting Trudeau's campaign events — and why are they so angry?
Postmedia political journalist John Ivison was travelling with Liberal Leader Justin Trudeau’s team when violence from protestors erupted. He spoke with some of the protesters and tells Day 6 the level of vitriol is unlike anything he's ever seen in Canadian politics.
Why the Green Turtle might be the world's first Asian-American superhero
As Marvel fans attend theatres this long weekend to watch Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings, cartoonist Gene Luen Yang joins Day 6 to help shed light on a character who might just be the world's first Asian-American superhero.
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What's love got to do with it? Researchers say political activists are using dating apps to match with voters
In the lead up for the Sept. 20, 2021 election, communications expert Stefanie Duguay explains how dating apps are being used as a political tool — and why we should expect more politics in our Tinder feeds moving forward.
How an eccentric Spanish soccer show won Europe's player transfer window
The annual soccer player transfer window closed this week for most of Europe's top leagues. The period saw the likes of Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo move teams among other surprising transfers — and following along with over-the-top commentary was El Chiringuito de Jugones.
New Willie Dunn anthology an overdue recognition of his talent and legacy, says Anishnaabe musician
Anishinaabe musician Raven Kanatakta, who is one half of the duo Digging Roots, remembers Dunn as a family friend, a musical mentor and an icon who paved the way for many Indigenous musicians like him.
Riffed from the Headlines: 04/09/2021
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Episode 561
Hazaras at risk in Afghanistan, the meaning of Comirnaty, a brief history of poppers, Nancy Drew at 91 & more
Day 6 for Saturday, Aug. 28, 2021.
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As Taliban takes over Afghanistan, Hazaras face renewed persecution
The opportunities to get out of Afghanistan before U.S. forces are expected to withdraw on Tuesday are shrinking. Ali Mirzad spent much of this week trying to help his cousin get a flight out of the airport in Kabul, Afghanistan. He and his family are Hazaras, a frequently persecuted ethnic minority with a deep history in Afghanistan.
'Poppers' have emerged as an election issue. But what are they?
Poppers, a common name for the drug alkyl nitrite, have been essentially banned in Canada since 2013. According to Health Canada guidelines, the drug can only be used when prescribed by a doctor, but there are currently no approved products in Canada. The approach has opened a grey market, which advocates say opens the door to harm.
The Pfizer vaccine's new name is Comirnaty. Experts break down why it sounds so strange
Pfizer-BioNTech's COVID-19 vaccine has a new name: Comirnaty. If your brain starts to melt a little when you try to figure out how it's pronounced, don't worry. Experts say there are valid, linguistic reasons why the word sounds so strange.
