CNIB Read Podcast

Host James Denas and author Bruce Meyer discuss his book “The Golden Thread: A Reader's Journey Through The Great Books." Here is the conclusion of that discussion.

Interview With Author Bruce Meyer - Part Two Host James Denas and author Bruce Meyer discuss his book “The Golden Thread: A Reader's Journey Through The Great Books."

Host James Denas and author Britt Wray discuss her book “Rise of the Necrofauna: the Science, Ethics and Risks of De-Extinction.

CNIB client, advocate and artist Yvonne Felix joins podcast host James Denas for one last foray into all things sci-fi. Books referenced include: “Planet of Dinosaurs” (Anne McCaffrey), “Ember from the Sun” (Mark Canter), the Time Quintet (a series by Madeleine L’Engle) and “Jurassic Park” (Michael Crichton).

In our fifth of six conversations about science fiction, we feature Dr. Mahadeo Sukhai (CNIB’s Head of Research and Chief Accessibility Officer). Podcast host James Denas and the doctor go deep on topics like the role science fiction plays in the development of future scientists, where science fiction becomes science fantasy and why Star Trek is the superior series. They also reference “the Songs from Distant Earth” by Arthur C Clarke.

In our fourth of six conversations about science fiction, we give you an interview with CNIB narrator David Plant. Topics covered include the definition of hard science fiction, science fiction noir, Ray Bradbury and Isaac Asimov.

In our third of six conversations about science fiction, we give you an interview with narrator Bennett McCardle. Topics covered include the definition of anthropological science fiction, the difference between sci-fi and fantasy and the importance of consistency in storytelling.

In our second of six conversations about science fiction, , we interview CNIB narrator Mairi Fulcher. Mairi and James examine the allure of sci-fi and then take a deep dive on Mary Shelley’s “Frankenstein (the Modern Prometheus)” and “Machines Like Me” by Ian McEwan.

In the first of six trips down the rabbit hole of science fiction, we interview CNIB volunteer narrator Annabelle Forde. She gets into the early days of her sci fi fandom, the rise of the genre and the link between it and modern culture. James and Annabelle then talk post apocalyptic science fiction - in particular “Moonseed” by Stephen Baxter.

Our summer 2019 topic on CNIB: Read is Science Fiction. Podcast host James Denas introduces the genre as he preps for upcoming interviews with CNIB Recording Studio audiobook narrators, and more!

Welcome to 'Staff Picks', where CNIB Foundation staff share thoughts and memories of some of their favourite books. In Vol. 3, Kat, KMac, Wayne, and Rhonda reflect on their reading habits and revisit “Awaken the Giant Within” (Tony Robbins) and “The Little Sister Series” (Ann Martin).

Welcome to 'Staff Picks', where CNIB Foundation staff share thoughts and memories of some of their favourite books. In Vol. 2, John, Angela, and Suzanne reflect on their reading habits and revisit “If” (a poem by Rudyard Kipling), “The Best Laid Plans” & “In a Cottage in the Woods” respectively.

Welcome to 'Staff Picks', where CNIB Foundation staff share thoughts and memories of some of their favourite books. In Vol. 1, Diana, Kevin, and Yvonne revisit “Goodnight, Goodnight Construction Site”, “Start with Why” & “Evolving Ourselves” respectively.

In the third and final installment of our conversation with K.D. Miller, she explores the allure of writing short stories, her favourite writers, and the importance of narrating your own work.

In the second part of our conversation with “Late Breaking” author K.D. Miller, she explores the themes of aging, missed opportunities, and the sense of longing that connects the characters therein.

In this inaugural podcast episode, we present Part 1 of our series of interviews with author K.D. Miller. Here she elaborates on the inspiration behind “Late Breaking”. She also speaks about “The Colville Moment” and the role animals play in the book.

Any good book club thrives on discussion! CNIB: Read takes the discussion online in our Facebook group. Find out how we will be using Facebook to discuss books and how you can get involved.

Karen Brophey, Program Lead, Literacy outlines her over 30 years of experience at CNIB. She talks about the CNIB Library as it existed before the internet and how online access changed the landscape in terms of content and client interactivity. She revisits the different online forums that have come and gone and how they relate to the formation of the new and exciting literacy initiative, CNIB: Read

Books at your fingertips, between your ears. Stories are how we understand our world. They educate, provide an escape, kindle our imagination, and give us a better understanding of the human experience. Introducing CNIB: Read, a way for us to invite you to read books that you otherwise might not and join an online community of readers.