Podcast appearances and mentions of john hutton

It's hour number two of TexAgs Live with guest host Richard Zane! Tom Hart calls in to talk about A&M men's basketball to start off the day. Then, John Hutton joins the show to talk about the college football playoffs.

In this episode, Therese Markow and Dr. John Hutton discuss the impact of early reading exposure on brain development in infants and young children. He explains that babies are born with 100 billion brain cells, each with around 1,000 connections and that these connections are shaped by experiences. Dr. Hutton emphasizes the importance of a nurturing home literacy environment, which includes regular reading routines and interactive reading. He also addresses the negative effects of excessive screen time on brain development, particularly in preschoolers, and advocates for reducing screen usage to allow for more real-world engagement. Additionally, he highlights programs like Reach Out and Read and Dolly Parton's Imagination Library that aim to increase access to books for children from underprivileged backgrounds.    Key Takeaways: It takes a long time for the human brain to develop compared to other animals. Humans are uniquely more sensitive to experiences in their environment than other organisms because of this long development process. The Home Literacy Environment can be divided into quantitative (such as the number of books and amount of time spent reading) and qualitative (such as questions asked, format of books, interest in reading, etc.) components. There is no “reading network” built-in to the brain. If kids aren't taught to read, they are not going to just magically know how to read. Do your best to form your own routines, and try to make reading fun, enjoyable, and nurturing.  Kids want to emulate their parents. If we want them to use less screen time, as adults, we must also have less screen time.    "Books, more than anything, are a catalyst that brings grown-ups and kids together to exchange language, to exchange emotions, to show love and affection, and that can be a source of nurturing for all these different aspects of development that are related to that experience." —  Dr. John Hutton   Episode References:  Read Aloud 15 Minutes: https://readaloud.org/  Reach Out and Read: https://reachoutandread.org/  Dolly Parton's Imagination Library: https://imaginationlibrary.com/usa/  Dr. John Hutton Introduces the SHARE STEP Method for Reading with Young Children: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GuQhnbrwutw    Connect with Dr. John Hutton: Professional Bio: https://profiles.utsouthwestern.edu/profile/226447/john-hutton.html  Twitter: https://x.com/drjohnhutton  Books: https://www.bluemanateepress.com/our-authors#/dr-john-hutton/    Connect with Therese: Website: www.criticallyspeaking.net Threads: @critically_speaking Email: theresemarkow@criticallyspeaking.net   Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it. 

How does a father's battle with tuberculosis ignite a passion for reading that transcends generations? Join us for a compelling conversation with Dr. Dallin Mill, an esteemed anesthesiologist, as he shares the touching story of how his father's illness sparked a love for reading that has profoundly shaped his own life and medical practice. Discover Dr. Mill's journey from growing up with a father who cherished books to becoming a medical professional who integrates the transformative power of reading into his work with patients and family. This episode sheds light on the incredible benefits of reading aloud, as inspired by Megan Gurdon's "The Enchanted Hour" and the groundbreaking research of Dr. John Hutton. We dive into the science behind how reading picture books activates multiple brain regions in children, far more than screen time ever could. Reflecting on personal anecdotes and renewed commitments, we recount the heartwarming experience of reading "The Princess Bride" together as a family, even with teenagers, underscoring the lasting impact of shared literary moments. Prepare to be inspired by Dr. Mill's innovative approach in pediatric anesthesia, where reading to children before surgery reduces anxiety and facilitates smoother recoveries. Hear touching stories of how this practice not only comforts young patients but also empowers their parents, leading to profound improvements in the surgical experience. This episode is a heartfelt reminder of the power of community support, the importance of family bonding, and the vital role that reading plays in nurturing the next generation. The Enchanted Hour by Meghan Cox Gurdon (Book) The Enchanted Hour by Meghan Cox Gurdon (Audiobook) The Read Aloud Family by Sarah Mackenzie (audiobook) *Please note that some of the links included in this article are Amazon affiliate links. CONNECT with US Join the Private Facebook Group  Connect and follow along with Janae's Journey on Instagram @janae.daniels Learn more about School to Homeschool

If you have questions or concern about your childrens' screen time, this is the episode for you. I'm joined by pediatrician and clinical researcher Dr. John Hutton, and we dive into health concerns regarding digital media use in children, impacts on caregiver-child connection, brain development and alternatives to digital media. Dr. Hutton is an Associate Professor, Division of General & Community Pediatrics at University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center and Attending Physician, Children's Health, Dallas. Dr. Hutton is also an author of over 40 children's books. I especially loved the Baby Unplugged series which you can browse here. Dr. Hutton's published research This episode is sponsored by Bark Technologies. Learn about the Bark App for iPhones and Androids: *Use code SCROLLING2DEATH FOR 10% OFF Check out the Bark Phone --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scrolling2death/support

It's hour number 2 of TexAgs Radio. Olin Buchanan and Stephen McGee start off the hour by talking about football and the meaning of being an Aggie. Then, John Hutton of Outkick calls in to talk about NIL. 

In this episode of Science of Reading Leadership, Dr. Raashad Fitzpatrick, Superintendent of Lancaster County Schools, joins us to highlight some of the district's initiatives aimed at accelerating reading achievement. Learn why Lancaster County Schools prioritizes:Data-driven interventionEarly literacy support to get students ready for kindergartenPartnering with community organizations such as Head Start and Early StepsEngaging parents in supporting early literacy developmentIn this episode:00:00 Lancaster County Schools Introduction01:13 Strategies for Accelerating Reading Achievement02:23 Initiatives for Early Literacy (infant - 3 years old)03:50 Overcoming Challenges 06:16 Advice for School Leaders“We strongly believe in early literacy and getting the students ready [for kindergarten]. A lot of the students that are considered at risk... It's not because they aren't as smart as other students. It's because they hadn't had print-rich environments, academic conversations that build vocabulary, or anyone to read to them. If we can work with our parents [of kids from birth to three years old], I think we'll help all our kids be successful.” Dr. Raashad FitzpatrickConnect with Dr. Raashad Fitzpatrick: LinkedInIf you liked this episode, listen to this one with Dr. John Hutton, Associate Professor of Pediatrics in the Division of General and Community Pediatrics, next.

0:02- Franky's editorial 1:40- Intro 3:30 Review of the big win over the Roos including our Purrs, Hisses and what needs to be thrown in the kitty litter from Round 5 14:50- Feral Cats B&F votes or is that Best and Ferallist? ;) Cat in the Hat-We pull out the key forward position out of the hat this week. Let us know who the best key forwards who have ever worn the hoops are and we'll count down the top3 next week. 28:20-Stray Cats and Adopted Cats-We have a quick brainstorm of players who have played for both the Lions/Bears or the Cats. 32:02-Feline Nostalgic-We rewind the clock back to 1992 to a record breaking win over Brisbane 34:35- Preview of the massive clash against the Lions at the Gabba.              

In our latest episode of Science of Reading Leadership, we've been graced with the insightful presence of Dr. John Hutton, a pediatrician at Cincinnati Children's Hospital and Director of the Reading and Literacy Discovery Center. Dr. Hutton has also made his mark as an Associate Professor of Pediatrics at UT Southwestern and Dallas Children's Hospital. His pioneering research utilizes MRI technology to delve into the impact of home reading environments and screen time on the developing brains of young children. This groundbreaking work, which first highlighted these effects before kindergarten, has gained national attention, underscoring its significance in the realm of pediatric health literacy.Dr. Hutton's contributions extend beyond his research; he has authored 29 children's books, many of which promote health themes, demonstrating his commitment to fostering early literacy. His journey into this field was unexpected, initially resisting the paths of a doctor or scientist, only to embrace both roles later. Dr. Hutton's passion for literacy was fueled by his personal experiences as a parent, finding joy in reading with his daughters and recognizing the disparities in book access and reading practices he observed in his pediatric clinic. His dedication to understanding and improving early literacy is not just academic; it's a personal mission that resonates with the values and experiences of families and educators alike.Timestamps00:00 Father's love for reading inspired his career.06:10 High-tech studies confirm reading promotes brain development.10:17 Encouraging children to enjoy non-screen activities.12:42 Find routine, keep trying, build joyful reading.17:14 Interactive books promote grown-up, child interaction.20:49 Encourage fun reading for kids with variety.23:32 Balancing traditional books and technology for kids.26:44 Promoting joyful reading, increasing diversity, coaching families.Connect with Dr. John HuttonLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-hutton-702980a8Website: https://profiles.utsouthwestern.edu/profile/226447/john-hutton.html

In this episode, Melanie is joined by Dr. John Hutton to discuss his research into MRI screening for young kids and how toxic screens impact a child's brain. Dr. John S. Hutton, MD, MS, is a pediatrician and clinical researcher in the Division of General and Community Pediatrics and Director of the Reading Literacy Discovery Center. He has published 29 children's books, many with health-promoting themes. These include screen time reduction (Baby Unplugged), dialogic reading, reading to babies, infant calming, safe sleep, breastfeeding, ADHD, and how the heart works. As a pediatrician, Dr. Hutton is also working to validate efficient screening measures of emergent literacy skills and risk factors for clinical use to guide early interventions and reinforce the concept of reading as a critical aspect of child health and development. Interventions include specially designed mobile health apps and community-based sessions in dialogic reading. He is also actively developing and applying children's books for various pediatric health literacy and advocacy topics, including in clinical trials.References & LinksScreen Usage Linked to Differences in Brain Structure in Young ChildrenBook+MRI Scans Help Predict Reading Risks for PreschoolersDr. Hutton's Children's Books______________________________________________________Please subscribe, rate, and share this podcast to help spread the word. Stay Strong! Become a Connect Member to get access to our exclusive online forum, LIVE webinars with medical experts, and the entire ScreenStrong library of videos, audio clips, interviews, e-books, handouts, and more!Our ScreenStrong Lifestyle Courses are NOW AVAILABLE!Want to help spread the ScreenStrong message to your community? Consider becoming a ScreenStrong Ambassador!Production Team: Host—Melanie Hempe Producer & Audio Editor—Olivia Kernekin

Thanks to advances in brain imaging, we can measure reading's structural and functional benefits. Dr. John Hutton, a pediatrician and assistant professor in the Division of General and Community Pediatrics at Cincinnati Children's Medical Center, joins us to talk about what we can learn from neuroimaging about how children's activities can affect their brain structure, and what probably helps — or hinders — children's development.

Quando começar a ler para meu filho? Olá, eu sou Marcelo Cafiero, aqui no feed do entre fraldas, você está escutando o DADTalks, um espaço para você tirar suas dúvidas sobre o desenvolvimento de crianças e adolescentes. Que ler é importante para crianças e para adultos, ninguém duvida (bom, talvez algumas pessoas duvidem, mas são as mesmas pessoas que duvidam que a terra é redonda, então elas não merecem crédito). A leitura desenvolve o vocabulário, possibilita a melhoria do raciocínio lógico argumentativo, o desenvolvimento da empatia e diversos outros benefícios (que ainda vamos falar pontualmente em episódios futuros). Todo mundo sabe sobre o valor da leitura e até hoje não conheci pessoalmente ninguém que negue isso (até mesmo aqueles que queimam livros em grandes fogueiras reconhecem o seu poder transformador e, por isso, acreditam em sua destruição como forma de eliminação de um pensamento). Mas quando você precisa começar a ler para o seu filho? A resposta, por mais óbvia que pareça, é agora. Independente da idade que ele tenha, se você ainda não leu para ele ou com ele, deve começar. Caso ele ainda esteja na barriga da mãe, leia! Em 2015, John Hutton, um neurologista e pesquisador do Hospital Infantil de Cincinatti, nos Estados Unidos, decidiu testar o velho ditado de que “quem lê viaja sem sair do lugar”. Para isso, ele coordenou um experimento com crianças de 3 a 5 anos, ainda em fase pré escolar. Dezenove crianças foram colocadas em uma sala com pouco estímulo visual e escutaram, através de um fone de ouvido, a uma narrativa ficcional destinada a sua faixa etária, enquanto tinham sua atividade cerebral monitorada. Antes, porém, seus responsáveis preencheram um formulário com perguntas sobre a interação com as crianças em casa. O questionário buscou identificar três áreas: hábitos de leitura entre pais e filhos, incluindo o acesso a livros, frequência e variedade de livros; interação entre pais e filhos, conversando ou brincando; e estímulo a habilidades específicas, como formas e contas. O objetivo do estudo, portanto, era identificar se haveria diferenças na ativação cerebral das crianças de acordo com suas experiências em casa. Crianças que tiveram um maior contato com a leitura, através da interação com os pais, apresentaram atividade cerebral mais intensa em áreas relacionadas à compreensão da linguagem e ao processamento semântico, áreas importantes para o desenvolvimento da fala e da aquisição da leitura e da escrita no futuro. Ainda, áreas relacionadas à reprodução e à interpretação de imagens também foram fortemente ativadas, destacando que essas crianças possuíam uma maior capacidade de visualizar a narrativa que estavam escutando. Portanto, o ditado provou-se verdadeiro: ao ler, a criança desenvolve não só a capacidade de expressão, mas também o poder da imaginação! Então, corre para a livraria mais próxima e prepare sua mini biblioteca. Se você gostou desse episódio, não esqueça de compartilhar com os amigos. Envie para aquela pessoa que convive com uma criança em casa. Você pode entrar no nosso grupo do whatsapp, pelo link bit.ly/dadtalks e receber os arquivos dos episódios novos. Pode também assinar o DADTalks em seu agregador favorito ou nos seguir no Spotify. Um abraço e até o próximo episódio. Referências: http://www.aappublications.org/content/early/2015/04/25/aapnews.20150425-4 http://pediatrics.aappublications.org/content/136/3/466 https://desaprender.com.br/blog/10-fatos-sobre-a-importancia-da-leitura-para-criancas/

Is a rise in screen time changing the way children's brains develop? Dr. Michael Rich, director of the Boston Children's Hospital Digital Wellness Lab, explains how the infant brain works and how it responds differently to online and offline activities. Pediatrician and clinical researcher Dr. John Hutton walks co-hosts Nicole Edwards and Taylor Owen through his research using MRI to study the effects of screen time on white matter in preschoolers. Finally, Dr. Kathryn Hirsh-Pasek, Director of the Infant Language Laboratory at Temple University, explains why not all screen time is equal, and shares tools to help evaluate the quality of the content kids are consuming. FIND OUT MORE: Read the study by Kathy Hirsk-Pasek et al.: “How educational are ‘educational' apps for young children? App store content analysis using the Four Pillars of Learning framework” https://kathyhirshpasek.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/9/2021/03/How-educational-are-educational-apps-for-young-children-App-store-content-analysis-using-the-Four-Pillars-of-Learning-framework.pdf The Canadian Pediatric Society's age-based recommendations for screen use: https://cps.ca/tools-outils/digital-media-and-screen-time Visit Common Sense Media for reviews of age-appropriate content, like apps, TV shows and books: https://www.commonsensemedia.org/     See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Valentine's Day may be behind us, but we've still got hearts on our minds...tiny hearts, that is! In today's episode, we will be learning about congenital heart defects - these happen when a child's heart does not develop properly before birth.Book:Hank the Heart - by Dr John Hutton and Dr Ryan MooreResources:Mended Little Hearts - a nonprofit organization providing hope and support, creating awareness and being a strong voice for CHD families everywhere.MyHeart Visit - a peer support network for patients and families"Sometimes patients, parents and caregivers need to talk to someone who has already faced a similar diagnosis, procedure or surgery, or has learned to live with heart disease or a congenital heart defect—someone who truly understands them. Now, you can request a “visit” from a trained volunteer who can listen and give support because they are patients, parents and caregivers themselves."Support:Consider sending a 'Bravery Bag' to a family. -  "The Mended Hearts, Inc. began the Bravery Bag Program in 2014 under its Mended Little Hearts® program to support families with children in the hospital for heart surgery or other medical procedures. Bravery Bags are filled with toiletry items, comfort items, fun items, and educational resources. The provide families with some of the things they may need during a hospital stay, but more importantly, they let the family know they are not alone—that there are people out there who care about them and are there to support them."

Heute will ich zu Ihnen über Andreas, den Jünger Jesu, sprechen. Wer war er? Warum wurden so viele Menschen nach ihm benannt? Wo lebte er und was lässt ihn uns so sympathisch erscheinen? John Hutton schreibt: «Die meisten Nachfolger Jesu erlangen keine Berühmtheit. Sie müssen ein einfaches Leben führen, eine Sache der Routine. Wenige nehmen [...]

Many of us did not grow up with social media yet it has overtaken our lives as well as our children's. Between phones, iPads, computers, and video games, we have an addiction that many of us are victims of. But what are these devices doing to our children's behavior, social skills, and brain development? Larissa Mills joins us in the studio this week to share her research and startling findings. Larissa, in her role as a teacher, parent, and coach, observed a dramatic increase in unwanted and even violent behaviour in children. She saw a possible link between this negative behaviour and the increase in children's cell phone use. This inspired her to start a research proposal to investigate the link further. In her preliminary interviews with school administrators, teachers, and early childhood educators, there was a resounding consensus indicating a negative change in children's behaviour since the introduction of handheld devices in the classroom and at home. Her focus quickly expanded to include how parents balance and monitor their children's use of cell phones and devices. Today, this negative, violent behaviour is still occurring and becoming increasingly worse.  Larissa fears that if parents don't heed the medical guidelines, children will be unteachable in the classroom.Time Stamps: 1:14 - Introduction2:35 - The 21st Century addiction: Phones6:25 - Did you know 60% of parents are bullying others7:03 - Parents' legal responsibility for their children's phones11:16 - Disruption in sleep cycle12:21 - Single most challenge facing parents with social media14:17 - Dr. John Hutton, Cleveland Clinic, says linguistic part of the brain not developing16:41 - Scariest stat yet19:22 - Nothing good happens after midnight23:47 - 3 C's of challenges professionals see in children24:07 - Delays in development and affecting mental health27:16 - Increase in admission of those with gaming addictions in addiction facilities31:04 -  5 routines necessary to balance children's days34:52 - Closing/Words of wisdomFind Larissa Mills at www.iParentgen.comSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=31725704)

Ready to dive into a little brain science? Today, we're discovering what happens in your child's brain when you read aloud. This is probably not a surprise, but... A LOT is happening. Dr. John Hutton of the Reading and Literacy Center at Cincinnati Children's Hospital is joining me to break this down. I love how he puts it in the beginning of this episode: that scientists are using fancy methods to verify what we already know - that reading aloud is good for our kids. Want to know what happens in your child's brain when you read aloud? You're in the right place. IN THIS EPISODE, YOU'LL HEAR: how the brain actually readsthe immense value of dialogic reading (don't worry - you're already doing this!)how reading aloud "primes" the brain for reading independently CLICK THE PLAY BUTTON TO START LISTENING: TIME STAMPS: 3:35The RAR Premium Spring Lineup!

In this episode I Interview Jon Hutton about following his dreams and pushing towards the future. Jon has is a visual creator, and has created many videos as well as branding packages All this while working a full time job as well as raising a family. Listen to what Jon has to say and how he has found his success. Follow Jon:https://www.facebook.com/JHvisuals/ You can find all his socials here! Mention the Shaping Success for 50% off whatever you need!Find the show by using any of the links found in my PodSpout page!https://podspout.app/shapingsuccessGo to podspout.com and use code Success to get 10% off any paid plan. Did I mention there is a free version as well?Check out my PodSpout ling in my IG Bio @wes.tankersleyDo you have a Great story? Would you like to be a guest?Email wes@westankersley.com Live Show and Final Question Sponsors!https://tvpbn.com/channels/ssLinkshttps://podspout.app/shapingsuccessSupport the Showhttps://www.patreon.com/user?u=34976605Donate for a Shaping Success Sticker and to be the Last Question Sponsor!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=34976605)

Young children face unprecedented access to screens in the modern environment. It was recently estimated that children between the ages of 3-8 get almost 3 hours of screen use a day. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) have recommendations for screen-based media use which focus on four variables: access to screens, frequency of use, content and grownup-child interaction, or “co-viewing". In this episode, we meet Early Career Investigator, Dr John Hutton, from Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Centre, who has created a composite measure of these variables, reflecting current modes of screen-based media use. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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David speaks with Dr. John Hutton about the science of screen time addiction, instant gratification cultural, brain development in children, the value of reading, and steps parents can take to minimize the negative impact too much screen time can create.  Dr. John S. Hutton, MD, MS, is a pediatrician and clinical researcher in the Division of General and Community Pediatrics and Director of the Reading Literacy Discovery Center in Cincinnati, Ohio. He has published 29 children's books, many with health-promoting themes.  For more information on this episode, visit www.CallToMinds.com.  This episode is brought to you by CultureNet.  

Dr. John Hutton, Superintendent of Gurnee School District 56 in Illinois, joins us to discuss how the tech focus within his district is positively impacting student outcomes. As an ISTE Distinguished District Award winner and member of the League of Innovative Schools, GSD 56 has used Title I funding to provide access to WiFi within student homes. By leveraging data analytics to target interventions for RTI students, the district is working to both reach all learners and build learner agency by providing constant feedback to students.

Today's Guest: Jeanne Martinet, author, Life Is Friends: A Complete Guide to the Lost Art of Connecting in Person Order 'Life Is Friends: A Complete Guide to the Lost Art of Connecting in Person' by Jeanne Martinet, available from Amazon.com by clicking on the book cover above!   Order 'The Art of Mingling' by Jeanne Martinet, available from Amazon.com by clicking on the book cover above! I knew there was something missing in my life since it became Facebook-, Twitter-, Orkut- Bebo- and instant messaging-centric, but I couldn’t quite put my finger on what. Turns out, it’s people! You know, real life, high-fiving, handshaking, backslapping, refrigerator-raiding friends, neighbors and family. Jeanne Martinet, the author of The Art of Mingling, just published a new book, Life Is Friends. I suspect it will become one of those gems that is found on everyone’s bookshelf—or e-book reader—in the future. It’s a lively read and full of great anecdote advice. Jeanne Martinet Website • Facebook • Twitter • Order Life is Friends from Amazon.com Order 'A Daily Dose of Innocence' by John Hutton, available in paperback or e-book from Amazon.com by clicking on the book cover above!     The Party Authority in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware and Maryland!

Prisoners’ advocate John Hutton says families and the public have a right to know why five people died while in the custody of the Winnipeg Remand Centre.

Order Motherhood to Otherhood: Step Up to a New You by Julia Roberts by clicking on the book cover above! Today's Guest: Julia Roberts, author, Motherhood to Otherhood Guys, get lost. This one is for the ladies. And ladies, I know what you’re thinking – who does Mr. Media think he is? Oprah? Hell, he’s not even Tyra! Why should I give up some of my valuable time to hear him talk about surviving motherhood? But ladies, I respect the work it takes to give birth and raise a child. And I think you deserve all the help you can get in putting your life back on track after the baby is born and is on its way to childhood. That’s why I’ve invited life coach Julia Roberts to the show today. No, not that Julia Roberts! She’ll talk about “unpregnancy” and her recent book, Motherhood to Otherhood: Step Up to a New You. So put the kids down for a nap, pull out a bottle of red wine, and let’s get down to girl talk. Or, um, whatever you call it. Julia Roberts Website • Facebook • Twitter • Order Motherhood to Otherhood from Amazon.com Order A Daily Dose of Innocence by John Hutton, available in paperback or e-book from Amazon.com by clicking on the book cover above!   The Party Authority in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware and Maryland!  

Rob Rogers is an awesome magician and event organizer based in Hong Kong. His skills include juggling, magic, balloons, unicycling and much more! For more info, contact me at ben@thebigbenshow.com (+852 96678601), or visit http://robertrogers.info/ Visit http://thebigbenshow.com/ for this episode Talking to the fantastic Robert Rogers! He grew up in San Francisco, but made his career in Hong Kong. A variety of performances from kids’ magic shows to cabaret drag shows for adults! Lots of fire shows as well! More recently he has focused on event management. His websites are http://robertrogers.info/ And http://eventsman.com And visit my website http://thebigbenshow.com/ for links to ALL the past 23 episodes of this podcast. Contents: 00:07:45 Early Life 00:14:30 Travelled to Hong Kong 00:16:50 Meeting other performers in Hong Kong: Nik (Nicola) Laurence, Jeremy Dane, Jacko the Jester, Mike Abbott, Anders Nelsson, Uncle Ray, Scotty (from Scotty and LuLu) 00:24:00 http://magiccircus.info/ Magic with Jeremy Dane 00:28:00 Drag Queen shows with Greg Derham (House of Siren) 00:31:30 Strip Shows with magic 00:34:30 Later career: Events management, Certified Special Events Professional (CSEP) 00:45:00 Squinty Backbone – John Hutton and Mark, the first Lan Kwai Fong Festival 00:53:45 Fire Performing tips 00:59:00 Presentation more important than skills, Solo versus 2 man shows, Improvising, Picking Volunteers 01:04:30 Structure of his shows: the importance of making friends with the audience 01:10:00 Drag (Cross dressing) characters are great fun to do 01:12:00 Andy Koh, Hong Kong magician 01:12:30 the trouble with birthday parties

In July 2009, Deconstructing Dinner aired a one-hour feature on the now in-process closure of Canada's prison farm system. That episode came only months after it was discovered in February 2009 that Corrections Service Canada alongside Public Safety Canada had already planned the closure of the 150-year old program. With six farms having been operated in New Brunswick, Ontario, Manitoba, Saskatchewan and Alberta, the discovery of the news sparked an ongoing and active campaign of opposition seeking to halt the closures. On this part II of our coverage we listen to audio from the February 1, 2010 democratic dialogue hosted in Steinbach, Manitoba where Members of Parliament were invited to debate the prison farm closures. The event was strategically hosted in the political riding of the recently appointed Minister of Public Safety, Vic Toews. The episode also examines a rather feisty exchange within Canada's Standing Committee on Agriculture and Agri-Food. On November 17, 2009, Liberal Member of Parliament Wayne Easter tabled a motion requesting that the Committee explore the closure of the prison farm system. Voices Wayne Easter member of parliament, Malpeque, Liberal Party of Canada (North Wiltshire, PEI) - Wayne was born in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island and was raised on the family farm in North Wiltshire. Wayne entered politics in 1993 when he was officially elected as the Member of Parliament for the riding of Malpeque, P.E.I. He was re-elected in 1997, 2000, 2004, 2006 and 2008. In Parliament, Wayne has served as Solicitor General of Canada, Parliamentary Secretary for Fisheries and Oceans, Parliamentary Secretary for Agriculture and Agri-Food with special responsibilities for the Rural Secretariat, and is currently the Liberal Party's Opposition Critic on Agriculture and Agri-Food. Wayne was National President and CEO of the National Farmers Union for 11 years. James Bezan member of parliament, Selkirk-Interlake, Conservative Party of Canada (Teulon, MB) - In 2004, James was elected to the Canadian House of Commons as a Conservative MP. Bezan attended Olds College in Alberta where he majored in livestock technology and received a degree in Agricultural Production. Bezan worked in the livestock and cattle industries in the 1980s and 1990s, and started his own company in 1996. He served as Chief Executive Officer of the Manitoba Cattle Producer's Association and has sat on numerous boards in the fields of cattle and food production. He operates a farm near Teulon, Manitoba. Carol Hughes member of parliament, Algoma-Manitoulin-Kapuskasing, New Democratic Party of Canada (NDP) (Elliot Lake, ON) - Carol was elected to represent the electoral district of Algoma-Manitoulin-Kapuskasing in the 2008 Canadian federal election. Carol was formerly employed with Probation and Parole Services at Elliot Lake and Youth Justice Services in Sudbury. Pierre Lemieux member of parliament, Glengarry-Prescott-Russell, Conservative Party of Canada (Casselman, ON) - Pierre was elected to represent the riding of Glengarry-Prescott-Russell in 2006, narrowly defeating his Liberal opponent. Pierre is the Parliamentary Secretary for Agriculture and Agri-Food. André Bellavance member of parliament, Richmond-Arthabaska, Bloc-Quebeçois (Victoriaville, QC) - André has representing the riding of Richmond-Arthabaska since 2004. André has served as the party's critic on Agriculture and Agri-Food since 2006 and has been a member of the Standing Committee on Agriculture and Agri-Food since 2004. Andrew McCann spokesperson, Save Our Prison Farms Coalition (Kingston, ON) - Among his active role with the Save Our Prison Farms coalition, Andrew represents Urban Agriculture Kingston and has worked on many food security initiatives including the Sustainable Local Food Certificate offered at St. Lawrence College. John Hutton director, John Howard Society of Manitoba (Winnipeg, MB) - The John Howard Society works with men in conflict with the law, before, during and after incarceration. They also look at ways to repair harm and restore relationships damaged by crime. Mark Holland member of parliament, Ajax-Pickering, Liberal Party of Canada (Pickering, ON) - As one of the youngest members of the Liberal Caucas, Mark Holland was first elected in 2004 and has represented the riding of Ajax-Pickering ever since. As a Member of Parliament, Holland serves as the Liberal party's critic for Public Safety and National Security and is Vice Chair of the Public Safety and National Security Committee. Niki Ashton member of parliament, Churchill, New Democratic Party of Canada (NDP) (Thompson, MB) - Niki has represented the Churchill riding since 2008 and serves as the NDP's critic on Rural and Community Development.