Podcast appearances and mentions of karen magee

Buckle up! Karen Magee is back for another Rapid-Fire Review, where she races against the clock to give us the gist of her five most recent reads, which range from mysteries, memoir, and cerebral descriptions from space.The books discussed in this episode are:Don't you Cry by Mary KubicaHow to Save a Life by Lynette RiceEvery Last List by Mary KubicaOrbital by Samantha HarveyThe Friday Afternoon Club by Griffin Dunne AMI Audiobook Review is broadcast on AMI-audio in Canada and publishes three new podcast episodes a week on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays.Follow AMI Audiobook Review on YouTube & Instagram!We want your feedback!Be that comments, suggestions, hot-takes, audiobook recommendations or reviews of your own… hit us up! Our email address is: audiobookreview@ami.caAbout AMIAMI is a media company that entertains, informs and empowers Canadians with disabilities through three broadcast services — AMI-tv and AMI-audio in English and AMI-télé in French — and streaming platform AMI+. Our vision is to establish AMI as a leader in the offering of accessible content, providing a voice for Canadians with disabilities through authentic storytelling, representation and positive portrayal. To learn more visit AMI.ca and AMItele.ca.Find more great AMI Original Content on AMI+Learn more at AMI.caConnect with Accessible Media Inc. online:X /Twitter @AccessibleMediaInstagram @AccessibleMediaInc / @AMI-audioFacebook at @AccessibleMediaIncTikTok @AccessibleMediaInc

Karen Magee steps right into the rabbit hole if she enjoyed the first book an author wrote. She also can't remember the last time she didn't finish a book she started, no matter how painful it was to keep reading. She shares her five most recent reads, under the 15-second pressure clock, on Rapid Fire Review.

Joining us on this week's Roundtable chat is AMI Content Development Specialist for Eastern Ontario, Karen Magee.

Michael Feir reviews the 29th drama from Dark Adventure Radio Theatre, The Iron Maiden, and tells us how the production company is tweaking their style with their latest creations. Psychotherapist Fern Lulham tells us about emotional triggers and what to do when we find ourselves in an emotionally triggered state. Sports Reporter Brock Richardson fills us in on how the 2024 Paralympics in Paris are shaping up for Canada. Whether you're getting back into a routine after a relaxed summer or just looking to refresh your eating habits, Mary Mammoliti is here with tips to help you Step Into a September Reset. Joining us on this week's Roundtable chat is AMI Content Development Specialist for Eastern Ontario, Karen Magee.

The Weekly News Quiz is back for another edition! Karen Magee, Bruce Baklarian and Elizabeth Mohler assemble to battle for the crown!

The 2024 Paralympic Games are set to kick off tomorrow in Paris. Karolina Wisniewska is one of the Co-Chef de Missions for Paris. She talks more about the preparations going on in Paris. Paralympic talk continues. Former Paralympian Stef Reid is in Paris to help cover the games for CBC. She stops by to give a feel for how things are going. Lawrence Gunther explains how a harpoon fishery along the coast of Nova Scotia seeks to transition to a more lucrative recreational fishery. Fitness facilities have long been a bit intimidating for people with disabilities. What improvements could be made to help accommodate accessibility needs at those facilities? Rabia Kehdr shares her thoughts. The Nova Scotia government announced that it is ending its work-from-home policies by October 15th. This has caused quite a stir in the province. Rebecca Dingwell reports on this issue. The Weekly News Quiz is back for another edition! Karen Magee, Bruce Baklarian and Elizabeth Mohler assemble to battle for the crown!

It has been a volatile couple of days on the stock markets. Michelle McQuigge has been on the beat and discusses the latest. The B.C. Government has announced that retirement homes cannot arbitrarily raise rent and hospitality fees on residents. Meagan Gillmore has the details. CTV's The Amazing Race Canada returned for its 10th season. Contestants, John Ferguson and Connor Carrol share their experience. Post-secondary lectures and lessons are not always accessible. Matisse Hamel Nelis believes professors or instructors need to do their part. Mara Hutchinson reflects on her time as a community reporter for NOW. Karen Magee, Elysia Yardley, and Alex Smyth battle it out for the win in the Weekly News Quiz.

A new edition of the Weekly News Quiz takes place with Elysia Yardley, Karen Magee, and Alex Smyth.

‘Space Cadet' is the newest film starring Emma Roberts. Did it take flight or was there a failure to launch? Amy Amantea has her review. What can people do to reduce the risk factor when outdoors during extreme heat periods? Lawarence Gunther shares some tips. Rodeos and stampedes are a staple of summer. But they are not always the most accessible events. Anna Kim shares her experience. Summer can pose many challenges for hair. Anu Pala shares some tips to make sure your hair stays healthy. A new edition of the Weekly News Quiz takes place with Elysia Yardley, Karen Magee, and Alex Smyth.

There is another edition of the weekly news quiz! Contestants: Alex Smyth, Elysia Yardley and Karen Magee battle it out for the bragging rights!

Michelle McQuigge joins the program to remember her friend and colleague Lori Paris who sadly passed away this weekend. What exactly is the art of walking? Why should people be thinking of walking as the sixth sense? Lawrence Gunther strolls by to share his thoughts. What are some major trends and challenges people with disability are facing in 2024? Rabia Khedr shares her thoughts as we hit the halfway point of the year. Halifax Pride is right around the corner. Journalist Rebecca Dingwell unpacks some of the issues the festival has faced over recent years. There is another edition of the weekly news quiz! Contestants: Alex Smyth, Elysia Yardley and Karen Magee battle it out for the bragging rights!

Mike Feir details the major VoiceOver improvements Apple has planned for iOS 18, and shares how users can navigate the learning curve. We check in with Therapist Fern Lulham who explores the intersections of athletics, disability, and mental health. New research from the University of Washington revealed an inherent ablist bias in OpenAI's ChatGPT. Laura Bain has that story and more on The Buzz. Whether you're planning to relax at home, entertain friends or take off on a long weekend adventure, Chef Mary Mammoliti has you covered with a last-minute meal plan for Canada Day. Jordan Campbell, Director of Mind the Umbrellas joins us to chat about this play coming to the Toronto Fringe Festival featuring five neurodiverse artists and their ambitions. AMI Content Development Specialist Karen Magee joins us for our weekly Thursday Roundtable.

AMI Content Development Specialist Karen Magee joins us for our weekly Thursday Roundtable.

In this edition of the weekly news quiz, contestants Elizabeth Mohler, Karen Magee and Elysia Yardley put their knowledge to the test! From the June 25, 2024, episode.

Today on NOW with Dave Brown: the federal NDP recently announced a plan to make Canada's Disability Benefit easier to access. Rabia Khedr reviews what has been proposed. Sault Ste. Marie is adopting accessible pedestrian signals. Community reporter Dorothy Macnaughton tells you about the initiative. And there is another edition of the weekly news quiz! Contestants Elizabeth Mohler, Karen Magee and Elysia Yardley put their knowledge to the test! This is the June 25, 2024, episode.

Alex Smyth, Karen Magee and Elysia Yardley compete in another edition of the weekly news quiz! From the June 4, 2024, episode.

Today on NOW with Dave Brown: the Accessible Canada-Accessible World Conference took place last week. Denis Boudreau recaps his biggest takeaways. Para judoka Priscilla Gagné is preparing for a spot at the 2024 Paralympics! Alex Smyth shares his exclusive interview with her. Plus, Alex Smyth, Karen Magee and Elysia Yardley compete in another edition of the weekly news quiz! This is the June 4, 2024, episode.

The weekly news quiz has a new round called “Time Travel Trivia”. Elysia Yardley, Alex Smyth and Karen Magee jump in the time machine! From the May 14, 2024 episode.

Today on NOW with Dave Brown, working caregivers spend more than 30 hours each week on caregiving, how can employers ease their workload? Reporter Meagan Gillmore explores this matter. Politics, disability and accessibility intersect in all kinds of ways. Kelly Bron Johnson offers some thoughts. May is Asian Hertiage Month, Anu Pala reflects on her family's journey to Canada. And, the weekly news quiz has a new round called “Time Travel Trivia”. Elysia Yardley, Alex Smyth and Karen Magee jump in the time machine! This is the May 14, 2024, episode.

AMI Content Development Specialist, Karen Magee gives her take on trending topics on our weekly Roundtable.

If you've been hunting for a fresh audio drama find, you're in luck. Audio Entertainment contributor, Michael Feir teases New Found Land, a clever mix of cloak and dagger, science fiction, and fantasy. After watching a Pixar movie, one little girl began insisting there was a monster in her bedroom. It turns out there were actually 60 000! Grant Hardy has more on What in the World. Would you let a robot push your wheelchair? Researchers think the “BallBot” could give you a smoother ride. Laura Bain has that story and more on The Buzz. Chef Mary Mamoliti shares some spring-cleaning tips to whip your kitchen into shape just in time for the warmer weather ahead. Accessible Gamer Markus McCracken shares his review of Sony's long anticipated superhero sequel, Spiderman 2, plus a preview of next month's Xbox Game Showcase. AMI Content Development Specialist, Karen Magee gives her take on trending topics on our weekly Roundtable.

In this edition of the weekly news quiz, contestants Paul Daniel, Karen Magee and Alex Smyth compete for the title! From the May 7, 2024, episode.

Today on NOW with Dave Brown: Alex Smyth shares his exclusive interview para athletics long jumper Noah Vucsics. Reporter Meagan Gillmore describes PACE, an innovative program to help seniors age in place. Plus, the weekly news quiz returns with contestants Karen Magee, Alex Smyth and Elysia Yardley! This is the April 30, 2024, episode.

There is another edition of the weekly news quiz! Contestants Paul Daniel, Karen Magee and Alex Smyth compete for the title! From the April 23, 2024, episode.

Today on NOW with Dave Brown: Scott Morrison from the Utah Jazz tells you all about the NBA's campaign for Autism Acceptance Month. Kaitlynn Robinson and Rose Solovitch share their review of Taylor Swift's new album “The Tortured Poets Department.” Plus, there is another edition of the weekly news quiz! Contestants Paul Daniel, Karen Magee and Alex Smyth compete for the title! This is the April 23, 2024, episode.

There is another edition of the weekly news quiz! Contestants Paul Daniel, Karen Magee and Alex Smyth battle it out for the win! From the April 16, 2024, episode.

Today on NOW with Dave Brown: Ontario NDP leader Marit Stiles explores the NDP's proposed housing solutions. Bonita Paquette tells you all about a pilot project in Calgary that is bridging the gap between affordable housing for students and the social isolation experienced by seniors in retirement homes. Plus, there is another edition of the weekly news quiz with contestants Paul Daniel, Karen Magee and Alex Smyth! This is the April 16, 2024, episode.

There in another edition of the news quiz! Contestants Karen Magee, Elysia Yardley and Alex Smyth put their knowledge to the test!

Who is most on top of the biggest headlines of the week? Elizabeth Mohler, Karen Magee, and Elysia Yardley compete in another edition of the Weekly News quiz.

Today on NOW with Dave Brown, New Stats Canada data shows that a growing number of teenagers between 15 and 17 have experienced dating violence. Meagan Gillmore discusses the rise in dating violence. She also explores the concept of intergenerational volunteerism, which is gaining traction across the country. The Ontario Northland rail system has made improvements to accessibility on its network. Community reporter Dorothy Macnaughton shares the details. Saskatchewan recently released their budget. What should folks from the disability community expect? John Loeppky breaks it all down. It is the 1000th edition of NOW with Dave Brown. Dave reflects on the show and celebrate the milestone. And, who is most on top of the biggest headlines of the week? Elizabeth Mohler, Karen Magee, and Elysia Yardley compete in another edition of the Weekly News quiz.

The weekly news quiz returns! Contestants Elysia Yardley, Karen Magee and Elizabeth Mohler battle it out for the title! From the March 26, 2024, episode.

Today on NOW with Dave Brown: Paul Murphy from the Canada Revenue Agency describes some tax benefits you may be eligible for this year. Community reporter Anna Kim shares her takeaways from the Alberta Access to Education Summit that recently took place at the CNIB in Calgary. Community reporter Anna Kim shares her takeaways from the event! Plus, the weekly news quiz returns with contestants Elysia Yardley, Karen Magee and Elizabeth Mohler! This is the March 26, 2024, episode.

AMI Content Development Specialist, Karen Magee, joins us for the weekly Roundtable.

Mike Feir takes us deeper into the world of crosswords and puzzles with insights on the Black Ink app and Canadian puzzle packs (6:51). We experience the magic of live theatre with Fern Lulham, who's discovered a performance with a seamless fusion of performance and accessibility (22:38). We have the Thursday Buzz with Beth Deer (36:57). Playwright Frances Koncan tells us about the play “Women of the Fur Trade”, a Native Earth Performing Arts production (51:15). On Curious Minds, Christine Malec tells us how evolving AI models could make acrobatic circus performances more engaging for all audiences (1:03:50). AMI Content Development Specialist, Karen Magee, joins us for the weekly Roundtable (1:19:10).

Today on NOW with Dave Brown: Jamila Douhaibi tells you about this year's Black History Month programming in B.C. Reporter Meagan Gillmore discusses the rise in Silver Alert systems for missing seniors. Becki Zerr shares advice on how to cope with vision loss later in life. Plus, there is another edition of the weekly news quiz with contestants John Loeppky, Elysia Yardley and Karen Magee. This is the February 20, 2024, episode.

There is another edition of the weekly news quiz. Contestants Elysia Yardley, Karen Magee and John Loeppky battle it out for the title! From the February 20, 2024, episode.

There is another edition of the weekly news quiz! Elizabeth Mohler, Brock Richardson and Karen Magee put their knowledge to the test!

Today on NOW with Dave Brown, “Being Black in Canada” is the largest incubator program dedicated to Black Filmmakers in the country. Aline Ribeiro tells you all about it. Green hydrogen is becoming a renewable energy alternative. Lawrence Gunther explains how it can assist in the move away from fossil fuels. Plus, there is another edition of the weekly news quiz! Elizabeth Mohler, Brock Richardson and Karen Magee put their knowledge to the test!

On our weekly roundtable, we're joined by Content Development Specialist, Karen Magee.

Mike Feir continues his discussion on accessible iPhone games. Today he dives into a more complex game, Dawncaster (7:21). What is attachment theory and what it might mean for our relationships? Fern Lulham explains (21:49). A service dog led a blind senior back home after being stranded by a taxi. Beth Deer tells us more about this incredible story on The Buzz (37:19). Mary Mammoliti stops by to share some Valentine's Day meal ideas for a cozy night in (50:37). On our Accessible Gaming segment, Markus McCraken talks to us about Last of Us 2 Remastered for the PS5 and what he likes and dislikes about the game (1:04:08). On our weekly roundtable, we're joined by Content Development Specialist, Karen Magee (1:18:28).

There is another edition of the weekly news quiz. Contestants Elysia Yardley, Alex Smyth and Karen Magee put their knowledge to the test! From the February 6, 2024, episode.

In this week's edition of the weekly news quiz, contestants Elysia Yardley, Karen Magee and Alex Smyth battle it out for the title! From the January 30, 2024, episode.

Today on NOW with Dave Brown: Garth Mullins from the Vancouver Area Network of Drug Users discusses the issues at the core of the overdose crisis in B.C. Lawrence Gunther recaps the Toronto International Boat Show. And we have another edition of the news quiz with contestants: Alex Smyth, Karen Magee and Elysia Yardley. This is the January 30, 2024, episode.

In this edition of the weekly news quiz, contestants Karen Magee, Alex Smyth and Brock Richardson battle it out for the title. From the January 23, 2024, episode.

The weekly news quiz reflects on the biggest news headlines of 2023! Contestants Elysia Yardley, Karen Magee and Alex Smyth put their knowledge to the test! From the January 2, 2023, episode.

Today on NOW with Dave Brown: Rabia Khedr discusses the disability issues that impacted Canada and abroad in 2023. Rebecca Dingwell considers the negative impact of putting obituaries behind paywalls. And contestants Karen Magee, Elysia Yardley and Elizabeth Mohler compete for the final news quiz of the year! This is the December 19, 2023, episode.

Today on NOW with Dave Brown: reporter Meagan Gillmore discusses the call for a national caregiving strategy. Entertainment reporter Laura Bain tells you about CBC's "Road to the Junos.” Becki Zerr shares tips on prepping your holiday goodies. And there is another edition of the weekly news quiz with contestants Elysia Yardley, Karen Magee and Alex Smyth. This is the November 28, 2023, episode.

Contestants Elysia Yardley, Karen Magee and Alex Smyth compete in another edition of the weekly news quiz! From the November 28, 2023, episode.

There is another edition of the weekly news quiz! Karen Magee, Elysia Yardley and Alex Smyth compete in another edition of the weekly news quiz! From the November 21, 2023, episode.

There is another edition of the weekly news quiz. Alex Smyth, Elysia Yardley and Karen Magee battle it out for the title. From the November 7, 2023, episode.