Full Show: For the love or reading, Is decriminalization working? & Social media distorting history

Seg 1: Why do we love romance novels? Romance novels provide an escape from the complexities of everyday life. Readers can immerse themselves in a world of love, passion, and happy endings, offering a break from reality. Guest: Rania Husseini, Senior Vice President of Print at Indigo Seg 2: View From Victoria:  A new report says the Government has violated its own law more than 5,000 times in three years, says the watchdog on freedom of information commissioner Michael McEvoy. We get a local look at the top political stories with the help of Vancouver Sun columnist Vaughn Palmer. Seg 3: The Weekly Cecchini Check-in Lawmakers criticized social media leaders for inadequate protection and called for immediate action. Concerns about youth well-being led to calls for legal accountability and the proposal of bills, including the STOP CSAM Act. Guest: Reggie Cecchini, Washington Correspondent for Global News Seg 4: Should 4-year-olds go to school? Despite implementing Canada-wide Early Learning and Child Care agreements, the percentage of children in care has decreased. Simultaneously, there is a decline in youth literacy and math skills. Guest: Craig Alexander, First Chief Economist at Deloitte Canada and President of Alexander Economic Views Seg 4: Is decriminalization working? One year into BC’s three-year pilot project, toxic drug deaths reached record levels, averaging seven deaths per day in 2023. Guest: Nicole Luongo, Systems Change Coordinator for the Canadian Drug Policy Coalition Seg 5: Is social media distorting history? History content on TikTok has garnered over 135 billion views due to its concise format, making historical topics widely accessible. Despite some creators aiming for accuracy, many lack formal credentials and proper sourcing, while some deliberately spread false narratives. Guest: Colin Horgan, Writer and Communications Professional in Toronto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices