Maritime Noon is a one-hour program devoted to delivering informative reports and interviews which explore issues that are of interest to Maritimers. Join host Bob Murphy weekdays from noon to 1 p.m.
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On the phone-in: Tick expert Dr. Vett Lloyd from the tick lab at Mount Allison University helps answer your questions about the troublesome little blood-suckers. And off the top, how people in Bedford, Nova Scotia have come together to combat racism in their community.
On the phone-in: Automotive expert, Doug Bethune, answers listeners' questions. And off the top of the show, we speak with Angela Riley from Scotian Shores Cleanup Project about the massive amount of waste they collected in Advocate Harbour, NS, over the long weekend
On the phone-in: Gardening expert Niki Jabbour returns to answer your questions. And off the top of the show, Heather Woodin with the Nova Scotia SPCA tells us why they are pausing a program that traps, neuters and returns feral cats to their colony.
On the phone-in: We're talking about tourism in the Maritimes. Where are you hoping to travel this year? Our guests are Lorn Sheehan, a professor in the Faculty of Management at Dalhousie University and Corryn Clemence, CEO of the Tourism Industry Association of PEI. And off the top of the show, we'll hear more on the name change of the condition PCOS which stands for Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome to the new name PMOS which stands for Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome.
On the phone-in: Physiotherapist Laura Lundquist gives advice to listeners about injuries and injury prevention. And off the top of the show, we speak with the mayor of Bridgewater, David Mitchell, and the CEO of the South Shore Open Doors Association, Josie Rudderham. They discuss a new shelter for the unhoused in Bridgewater called The Landing which opens in June
On the phone-in: Listeners call with their questions and comments on invasive species. Our guests are Ken Donnelly and Hughstin Grimshaw-Surette. And off the top of the show, we speak with Andrew Scott, the drummer for Sloan. Today at NSCAD's convocation, he'll be named a Life Fellow. Scott quit his fine arts program at NSCAD back in 1991 when he decided to prioritize the band so he was three credits short of graduating. And we also hear some highlights from the municipal elections in New Brunswick.
On the phone-in: Dan Monk from Monk Renovations answers questions about home renovations. And off the top, we hear from two Indigenous leaders in Cape Breton -- Dan Christmas and Jaime Battiste -- about cannabis regulations.
On the phone-in: Listeners call repair technician, Aaron Publicover, to get answers about their appliances. And off the top of the show, we speak with Darlene Oakes about a new program on PEI to get cooling systems in private long-term care homes. We also hear your feedback on trains and cycling.
On the phone-in: Callers share their thoughts on the idea of expanding rail service in Canada. Our guest is Tim Hayman, president of Transport Atlantic Canada. And off the top of the show, we hear an update about the wildfire and drought situation in New Brunswick. We also hear how farmers are clamouring for funding to install irrigation systems on PEI.
On the phone-in: Our discussion is about cycling safety and infrastructure in the Maritimes. The guests are Mike Todd in NS and Cynthia King in PEI. Chris Foster in NB also joins the discussion briefly. Callers share their perspectives. And off the top of the show, we hear about hearings into the Clean Water Act in NB. We also hear feedback on Canada Post.
On the phone-in: Listeners call and share their thoughts on the end of home delivery by Canada Post. Our guest is Ian Lee from the Sprott School of Business at Carleton University. And off the top of the show, we hear about a bus accident where some choir members in the Annapolis Valley were injured. The goup involved was the intermediate choir with Canta Mara Youth Choirs. And Fred McMahon explains his new study, "Out with the Young and In with the Old."
On the phone-in: Tony Millard, president of the Nova Scotia Bird Society, answers questions about birding and bird sightings in the region. And off the top of the show, we speak with Pam Montour, CEO of the Indigenous Women of the Wabakaki Territories about Red Dress Day for Missing and Murdered Indigenous People. We also speak with Dr Stan Kutcher who's retiring from the Senate this week due to a health condition.
On the phone-in: Gardening expert Niki Jabbour answers questions. And off the top of the show, we hear about concerns regarding the "One Person, One Record" system. And we also follo-up on a case of fraud against a senior citizen in Bedford, NS.
On the phone-in: Dr Brian Goldman, host of "White Coat, Black Art" talks about his new book, "The Casino Shift: Stories from an ER on the Edge". And listeners call with their ER stories. And off the top of the show, we speak with senior citizen, Jeannie Coholan, from Bedford, NS. She's out thousands of dollars after being defrauded.
On the phone-in: Veterinarian Dr Karyn Steele answers listeners' questions about pet care. And off the top of the show, the CBC's Carolyn Ray reports on reduced hours at the Halifax radiation treatment centre. And a grocery store in Lunenburg revokes its senior's discount.
On the phone-in: Homecook Andy Hay of MasterChef Canada fame shares the joys of traditional East Coast dishes. He also discusses his new show, "Andy's East Coast Kitchen Crawl". And off the top, we speak with Warren Maddox from Fredericton Homeless Shelters about the spike in drug overdoses recently.
On the phone-in: Paint & stain expert, Jim White, answers listeners' questions. And off the top of the show, the CBC's Michael Gorman tells us the story of Tegan Hutz whose baby went to the IWK because of seizures and then his health records went missing. And we also hear from oyster harvesters on PEI whose shellfish are dead in East Bideford.
On the phone-in: Eric Murphy and Barry Walker provide listeners with advice on heat pumps and other heating and cooling systems. And off the top of the show, we hear about changes that are coming in the Maritimes to Agropur Dairy Cooperative plants. And we also hear about a special meeting on crime in Moncton.
On the phone-in: Our guests are psychologist Dr Douglas Cane and physiotherapist Kelly MacLellan. They're with the outpatient Pain Self Management Program at NS Health. They provide advice on dealing with chronic pain. And off the top of the show, we hear from Chris Shore the deputy minister of the Department of Communities, Culture, Tourism and Heritage. He discusses the future of six museums in the provin
On the phone-in: Ken Hansen and Robert Huish discuss the future of war. And off the top of the show, we speak with two teenagers who have just returned from a trip to France and Belgium where they toured World War One sites. The trip was part of the Vimy Pilgrimage Award program.
On the phone-in: Naturalists Jon Stone and Jeff Domm discuss their new book "The Nature-Friendly East Coast Garden" and they also answer listeners' questions. And off the top, we speak with Moe Qureshi from the Conservation Council of NB about a spike in emissions in NB in 2024.
On the phone-in: We speak with Emily Rae, who's a senior financial planning advisor with CI Assante Wealth Management Ltd in Halifax. She talks with listeners about teaching young people about money. And off the top of the show, we talk with Devin Casario who's the executive director of the Association of Nova Scotia Museums. He discusses how 5 or 6 museums that lost their funding in February will now get some funding from the Communities Museum Assistance Program.
On the phone-in: Gardening expert Niki Jabbour answers questions to help make your garden epic this season. And off the top of the show, we hear from some politicians on PEI who comment on a the situation of Sidney MacEwen who's a cabinet minister and also a lobster fisherman.
On the phone-in: Jennifer Dunn from Doane Grant Thornton in Charlottetown answers questions about filing your income tax return. And off the top, we hear from Martin Mallet of the Maritime Fishermen's Union about the Spring lobster season.
On the phone-in: We speak with Lynda Monk who's co-editor of the book "The Great Book of Journaling: How journal writing can support a life of wellness, creativity, meaning and purpose". And off the top of the show, we hear from a farmer in central New Brunswick who's concerned about the ongoing dry conditions.
On the phone-in: We discuss yesterday's three byelection wins for the Liberals with Alex Marland from Acadia University. And off the top of the show, we talk with MP Chris d'Entremont who represents the riding of Acadie - Annapolis. He addresses the recent floor crossings.
On the phone-in: Automotive expert, Doug Bethune, answers questions from listeners about their vehicles. And off the top of the show, we speak with Julia Kent from CAA about a survey by Transport Canada, asking people about headlights that are overly bright.
On the phone-in: Appliance repair technician Aaron Publicover answers listeners' questions. And off the top of the show. we hear from politicians on PEI who have voted to cover the cost of ambulance trips associated with organ donation.
On the phone-in: Two nurse practitioners answer questions about their scope of practice. Our guests are Nancy Clark and Ellen Christie. Listeners also call and share their experiences with nurse practitioners. And off the top of the show, the CBC's Luke Ettinger reports on a large fire that destroyed three buildings in downtown New Glasgow, NS.
On the phone-in: Wildlife biologist Bob Bancroft answers listeners' questions about animals and birds. And off the top of the show, we hear about the uncertain future of Keltic Lodge in Ingonish, Cape Breton.
On the phone-in: Experts Laura Tamblyn Watts and Janice Keefe share advice on helping aging parents. And off the top of the show, we speak with the mayor of Miramichi, NB, Adam Lordon, about the closure of the Centennial Bridge until December 1.
On the phone-in: Gardening expert, Niki Jabbour, answers listeners' questions about gardening. And off the top of the show, we speak with the CBC's Michael Gorman who attended a news conference in Windsor, NS today about the aging aboiteau there and the highway twinning project.
On the phone-in: Our guest is Jax Irwin who makes prank phone calls to people in the Maritimes. Listeners share their stories of the best April Fool's Day pranks they've ever pulled. And off the top of the show, the CBC's Blair Rhodes reports on the illegal cannabis products that were seized from cannabis stores. The products are similar to food products. And we also hear about a live cam on an eagle's next in Cape Breton.
On the phone-in: Paint and stain expert, Jim White, answers listeners' questions. And off the top of the show, we speak with Stéphane Sirois who's the executive director of Feed NB, New Brunswick's largest food distribution network to food banks and soup kitchens in the province. He comments on the rise of gas and diesel prices and the effect on operations.
On the phone-in: Our guest is Sparky Smith, a recognized expert on dog psychology and behaviour. She answers listeners' questions about their pets.And off the top of the show, we hear from PEI Premier Rob Lantz. Over the weekend, he dismissed Gilles Arsenault from cabinet and the PC caucus. We also hear why potato growers are facing a challenge now that more people are on GLP-1 weight loss drugs.
On the phone-in: Heat pump experts, Barry Walker and Eric Murphy, take questions from listeners. And off the top of the show, we speak with the CBC's Jacques Poitras about bill 23 which didn't pass in the New Brunswick legislature yesterday.
On the phone-in: Authors Jane Doucet and Joanne Gallant share their personal stories in advance of a panel discussion this weekend in Halifax called "Motherhood and Otherhood". We also hear from author, Lindsey Harrington. Listeners share their stories too. And off the top of the show, we hear about a housing project in Sydney at Tartan Downs. And New Brunswick MLA's will vote today on Bill 23 -- legislation for a healthy environment.
On the phone-in: We speak with Denise Brushett and Heather Pearce about their recent scientific expedition to Antarctica. Listeners ask their questions. And off the top of the show, we hear from Mark Hemmings in Saint John who ran the Fundy Footpath in 17 hours. The CBC's Gareth Hampshire also tells us about special ski equipment for people with disabilities.
On the phone-in: Nathaniel Pearre answers questions about electric vehicles. And off the top of the show, the CBC's Shaina Luck reports on a young woman who was in foster care. She supports the idea of extending supports to people to the age of 26. And we hear from a man in Scotland who found a message in a bottle from the Maritimes.
On the phone-in: Pharmacist Graham MacKenzie answers questions about medications and supplements. And off the top of the show, we hear about feedback from children in care on New Brunswick's child welfare system. And we also pay tribute to Maritime Noon's hiking expert, Michael Haynes. Michael, who write many books, died suddenly in Halifax late last week.
On the phone-in: Jennifer Dunn who's a tax specialist and partner at Doane Grant Thornton in Charlottetown, answers questions about filing your income tax return. And off the top of the show, we speak with Dr Caleb Porter, president of the NS Dental Association. He says there's a desperate need for more dental hygienists and dental assistants. We also hear your feedback on gas prices and a proposed toll on the Trans Canada highway in New Brunswick near Aulac.
On the phone-in: Our guests are Dr Catherine Cervin and Andrew Longhurst and our topic is discussing private vs public health care. Listeners call to share their stories and opinions. And off the top of the show, we hear from NS farmer, Josh Oulton, who has travelled to Jamaica to help the farmers there. Oulton has many workers from Jamaica on his farm. And we also hear an update about a private cataract clinic in Charlottetown, PEI.
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