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Maritime Noon — 101 episodes
On the phone-in: Brian Orlando who's the "calm money coach" provides advice on retirement planning. And off the top, we hear about a new task force in Sussex, NB, on homelessness.
On the phone-in: Nathaniel Pearre answers questions about electric vehicles and hybrids. And off the top, officials in Moncton continue to struggle with a high rate of drug overdoses.
On the phone-in: Gardening expert Niki Jabbour answers listeners' questions. And off the top, we hear about the Annual Ceremonial Review of the 560 Moncton Army Cadet Corps.
On the phone-in: Bruce Rainnie from the NS Sport Hall of Fame discusses influential athletes and coaches from the Maritimes. And off the top, we speak with Mackie Green about efforts to disentangle a Right Whale.
Today's phone-in: Registered dietitian Brittany Brown answers questions about summer food safety and the nutritional value of food. But first, we'll hear about a rocket launch in Canso, Nova Scotia.
On the phone-in: We discuss issues connected to wells and access to water on your property. And off the top, we discuss the possibility of new federal legislation restricting children under 16 from social media sites.
Today's episode is shortened by the appointment of the new Governor General. But with the time we have, we speak with pharmacist Graham MacKenzie about menopause.
On the phone-in: Appliance repair technician Aaron Publicover answers questions. We hear about scientific research on lobsters using tags. And David Coon in NB explains why he's retiring as leader of the Green Party.
On the phone-in: We hear feedback on ways to re-develop malls that have lost many of their stores. And off the top, we hear about farmers protesting in Fredericton against cuts to provincial veterinary services.
On the phone-in: Dog behviour expert, Sparky Smith, provides advice to listeners. And off the top, we hear an update from Ensemble Moncton about a recent rash of drug overdoses.
On the phone-in: We discuss the importance of lifelong learning. And off the top of the show, we hear a political story, some talkback and an update about the Halifax Boys Honour Choir.
On the phone-in: When should someone stop driving? Our experts share their views. And off the top, we hear from Dr Brandon Doucet about today's deadline to re-apply to the Canadian Dental Care Plan.
On the phone-in: Gardening expert Niki Jabbour provides advice to listeners. And off the top, we hear from Kelly Lamrock, NB's Child & Youth Advocate about the report, "Nobody's Problem".
On the phone-in: Two disability advocates discuss the challenges surrounding accessibility in the Maritimes. And off the top, we speak with a group aiming for safe egress from their community three years after the Tantallon wildfire.
On the phone-in: We talk about fire prevention. And off the top, we hear from a volunteer at the Berwick Food Bank about four break-ins in 60 days. We also hear about bird strikes on a highway in Pictou County.
On the phone-in: Barry Walker & Eric Murphy answer listeners' questions about heat pump systems. And off the top, we speak with Ken Hynes about a WWI soldier who has now been identified.
Today's phone-in: Paint & stain expert, Jim White, answers questions. But first, we'll hear how a party cruise on the Halifax Harbour turned into a rescue boat over the weekend.
Today's phone-in: Lawyer Jessica Lyle answers questions about wills and estate planning. But first, we'll hear why the beef industry is concerned about a potential trade deal.
Today's phone-in: Jeff Lanthier and Jennifer Murray share their insights on landing a job. But first, the Manager of Forest Protection with Nova Scotia's Department of Natural Resources joins us for an update.
Today's phone-in: Tick expert Dr. Vett Lloyd joins us to answer your questions about the unpleasant creepy crawlers. But first, we'll hear about a community coming together to take action against racist graffiti.
On the phone-in: Automotive expert, Doug Bethune, answers listeners' questions. And off the top, we hear about a shoreline garbage cleanup project in Advocate Harbour over the long weekend.
Today's phone-in: Gardening expert Niki Jabbour is back to answer your questions. But first, we'll find out why the Nova Scotia SPCA is putting a program on hiatus that traps, neuters and returns feral cats.
Today's phone-in: Lorn Sheehan and Corryn Clemence act as our tour guides for a summer in the Maritimes. But first, to find out what someone with PMOS thinks of the name change, we'll hear from Rosanna Gallant.
On the phone-in Physiotherapist Laura Lundquist provides advice to listeners about injuries and injury prevention. And off the top, we hear about a new shelter for the unhoused in Bridgewater, NS.
On the phone-in: Our guests are Ken Donnelly and Hughstin Grimshaw-Surette who discuss invasive species. And off the top, Sloan drummer, Andrew Scott, talks about being named a Life Fellow at NSCAD.
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 about cannabis regulations.
On the phone-in: Appliance repair technician, Aaron Publicover, answers listeners' questions. And off the top, we hear about a new program on PEI to get cooling systems in private long-term care homes.
On the phone-in: We discuss the possibility of expanding rail service in Canada. And off the top, we hear about the wildfire and dought situation in NB. And farmers on PEI clamour for funding for irrigation systems.
On the phone-in: Listeners call and share their perspectives on cycling safety in the Maritimes. And off the top, we hear about hearings in New Brunswick on the Clean Water Act.
On the phone-in: What are your thoughts on the end of home delivery by Canada Post? Our guest is Ian Lee from Carleton University. And off the top, we hear about a bus accident in the Annapolis Valley yesterday.
On the phone-in: Tony Millard, president of the NS Bird Society, answers questions about birding. And off the top, we hear about Red Dress day for Missing and Murdered Indigenous People.
On the phone-in: Gardening expert Niki Jabbour answers questions. And off the top, we hear about concerns regarding the "One Person, One Record" system. And we follow-up on a case of fraud.
On the phone-in: Dr Brian Goldman of "White Coat, Black Art" talks about his new book and listeners call with their ER stories. And off the top, a senior in Bedford, NS, recounts a story of fraud.
On the phone-in: Veterinarian Dr Karyn Steele answers 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.
On the phone-in: Homecook Andy Hay shares the joys of traditional East Coast dishes. And off the top, we speak with Warren Maddox in Fredericton about the spike in drug overdoses.
On the phone-in: Paint & stain expert, Jim White, answers questions. And off the top, the CBC's Michael Gorman tells the story about health records at the IWK that went missing.
On the phone-in: Eric Murphy and Barry Walker give advice on heat pump systems. And off the top, we hear about changes coming to Agropur Dairy Cooperative plants in the Maritimes
On the phone-in: Listeners call for advice on dealing with chronic pain. And off the top, we hear from a deputy minister in NS about what's happening with some museums in the province.
On the phone-in: Ken Hansen and Robert Huish discuss the future of war. And off the top, we hear from two teenagers from the Maritimes who just returned from a trip, touring World War One sites.
On the phone-in: Naturalists Jon Stone and Jeff Domm discuss their new book "The Nature-Friendly East Coast Garden". And off the top, we speak with Moe Qureshi from the Conservation Council of NB.
On the phone-in: We talk with Emily Rae, who's a senior financial planning advisor, about teaching young people about money. And off the top, we hear an update on several museums in NS that lost funding in February.
On the phone-in: Gardening expert Niki Jabbour provides advice to listeners. And off the top, we hear about politicians on PEI who are trying to find a solution for a cabinet minister who's also a lobster fisherman.
On the phone-in: Jennifer Dunn answers questions about filing your income tax. And off the top, we hear from the Maritime Fishermen's Union about the Spring lobster season
On the phone-in: We discuss the benefits of journal writing with Lynda Monk. And off the top of the show, we hear from a farmer in central NB who's concerned about the 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, we speak with MP Chris d'Entremont from the NS riding of Acadie - Annapolis.
On the phone-in: Automotive expert, Doug Bethune, answers listeners' questions. And off the top, we hear about a survey by Transport Canada, asking people for feedback on overly bright headlights.
On the phone-in: Appliance repair technician Aaron Publicover answers listeners' questions. And off the top, PEI has 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 and listeners share their experiences. And off the top, the CBC's Luke Ettinger reports on a fire in downtown New Glasgow, NS.
On the phone-in: Wildlife biologist Bob Bancroft answers questions about animals and birds. And off the top, we hear about the uncertain future of Keltic Lodge in Ingonish, Cape Breton.
On the phone-in: Our experts, Laura Tamblyn Watts and Janice Keefe, share advice on helping aging parents. And off the top, we speak with the mayor of Miramichi about the closure of the Centennial Bridge.
On the phone-in: Gardening expert, Niki Jabbour, answer questions. And off the top, we speak with the CBC's Michael Gorman who attended a news conference in Windsor, NS about the twinned highway.
On the phone-in: Listeners share their stories of the best pranks they've ever pulled for April Fool's Day. And off the top, reporter Blair Rhodes provides details on the RCMP seizure of illegal cannabis products.
On the phone-in: Paint and stain expert, Jim White, answers questions. And off the top, we hear from Stéphane Sirois from Feed NB. He discusses the rise in the price of gas and diesel and the effect on operations.
On the phone-in: Sparky Smith, a recognized expert on dog psychology and behaviour, answers listeners' questions. And off the top, we hear from PEI Premier Rob Lantz about why he dismissed Gilles Arsenault from cabinet.
On the phone-in: Heat pump experts, Barry Walker and Eric Murphy, answer questions. And off the top of the show, the CBC's Jacques Poitras reports on bill 23 which did not pass.
On the phone-in: Authors Jane Doucet and Joanne Gallant discuss an upcoming panel discussion called "Motherhood and Otherhood". And off the top, we hear about a housing project in Sydney at Tartan Downs.
On the phone-in: Two women drop by the studio to discuss their recent scientific expedition to the Antarctic. And off the top, we hear from a man in NB who ran the Fundy Footpath.
On the phone-in: Nathaniel Pearre answers questions about electric vehicles. And off the top of the show, we hear from a young woman in NS who was in foster care. She supports extending care beyond the age of 19.
On the phone-in: Pharmacist Graham MacKenzie answers questions. And off the top, we hear about feedback on New Brunswick's child welfare system. And we pay tribute to author, Michael Haynes.
On the phone-in: Tax expert, Jennifer Dunn, answers questions about filing your income tax return. And off the top, we hear from the president of the NS Dental Association about job opportunities in the dental sector.
On the phone-in: We explore the issues surrounding private vs public health care. Listeners call to share their views and stories. And off the top, NS farmer, Josh Oulton, goes to Jamaica to help the farmers there.
On the phone-in: We discuss gas and oil prices with Jim Stanford who's the Director of the Centre For Future Work. And off the top, we discuss the plan for a toll booth on the highway between NB and NS.
On the phone-in: We speak with our guest, Sarah Morrison, about homeschooling. And off the top, we speak with the deputy fire chief in River John, NS, about removing an abandoned car from the ice.
Today's Phone-in: wills and estates. But first, we hear about a breakthrough in research on a lethal oyster parasite, and from Nova Scotians at the Oscars.
On the phone-in: Doug Bethune answers listeners' questions about automotive repair. And off the top, the CBC's Nancy Russell tells us about the 75th anniversary of the Easter Beef Show.
On the phone-in: We discuss the problem of physician burnout and what can be done to address it. And off the top, we hear about the departure of the CEO of Health PEI.
On the phone-in: We assemble a panel to discuss the role of arts programs in Maritime communities. And off the top, we hear from concerned parents whose kids attend Pine Ridge Middle School in NS.
On the phone-in: Our panel of experts answer listeners' questions about solar panels. And off the top, we hear from Premier Tim Houston in NS who's walking back some budget cuts.
On the phone-in: Appliance repair technician, Aaron Publicover, answers questions. And off the top, we speak with Raymond Plourde from the EAC about potential impacts of the NS budget on forestry.
On the phone-in: Our guest is George Iny from the Automobile Protection Association. And off the top, we hear about proposed changes in the US that could affect North Atlantic Right Whales.
On the phone-in: We speak with author and cartoonist, Susan MacLeod, about her book project that will recount stories of compassion in health care. And off the top, we hear from a Halifax woman stuck in Qatar.
On the phone-in: Do you see things improving in terms of housing affordability? And off the top, we speak with Chief Terry Paul from Membertou First Nation about the RCMP raids yesterday in Indigenous communities.
On the phone-in: We discuss social media addiction among young people. And off the top, we hear about funding for a a large wind energy project in NS from the CEO of EverWind Fuels.
On the phone-in: Two cast members from This Hour has 22 Minutes join us to discuss the show's 700th episode. And off the top, we talk about the US & Israeli attack on Iran and repercussions here.
On the phone-in: Paint and stain expert, Jim White, shares his expertise. And off the top, we hear an update from the City of Miramichi, NB, about the restoration of the Centennial Bridge.
On the phone-in: We ask: What would improve your quality of life? Our guests are Danny Graham -- the chief engagement officer with Engage NS and Dr Gaylor Watson-Creed who is the board chair.
On the phone-in: We have a discussion about the increase in online gambling. Our guest is Rob Csernyik in Saint John, NB. And off the top, we discuss the closure of 12 museums in NS including Perkins House Museum in Liverpool.
On the phone-in today: Maritime Noon teams up with Asha Tomlinson from CBC's Marketplace to discuss telecom complaints. We're also joined by Mohammed Halabi, director and founder of MyBillsAreHigh.com
On the phone-in: Energy advisor Barry Waker answers questions about heat pumps. And off the top, we speak with meteorologist Tina Simpkin about the snowstorm and we also discuss the travel advisory to Mexico.
On the phone-in: Positive stories regarding climate change. And off the top, we hear from the chair of the Chicken Farmers of Nova Scotia about two confirmed and one suspected case of avian flu in backyard flocks
On the phone-in: Veterinarian Dr. Karyn Steele answers listeners' questions about pet health. And off the top, we hear about the latest report on child poverty from the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives.
Today's phone-in: Aaron Publicover on appliance repair; plus experts on power grids nearing capacity, and the voice of Africville activist Eddie Carvery who passed away at 79.
Today's phone-in: We take your questions about income taxes with Jennifer Dunn, a tax specialist and partner at Doane Grant Thornton.
Today's phone-in: Registered dietitian Brittany Brown answers questions about diabetes and food management. But first, we hear some of the impact of Canada's cancellation of trips to Cuba.
Today's phone-in: we take your calls about hip replacements. Off the top, the challenges of rising retail theft. Plus, senior bodybuilding?
On the phone-in: dog behaviourist Silvia Jay returns! And off the top, Nova Scotia Power appoints a new president and CEO
Today's phone-in: automotive expert Dough Bethune. But first, we hear about a new start-up in NS aiming to produce a high-protein powder from mushroom roots.
Today's phone-in: Gardening expert Niki Jabbour answers listeners' questions. But first, we hear how police are warning the public about counterfeit cash circulating in the region.
Today's phone-in: We take your questions about electric vehicles with Narthaniel Pearre. But first, we hear from a fisherman on using "whalesafe fishing gear."
On the phone-in: we take your calls and questions about migraine. And off the top - we hear more about the government's new whale-safe fishing gear strategy.
Today's phone-in: Ahead of the start of the 2026 Winter Olympic Games in Milano Cortina, Italy, we hear what listeners are looking forward to watching.
On the phone-in: February is Black History month - What aspect of African Heritage in this region do you wish you'd learned more about? And off the top, we hear from 4 generations of curlers in PEI.
On the phone-in: We have a discussion about music gigs in the winter with Rankin MacInnis and Erin Costelo. And off the top, we hear about a rescue last night near Cape Split when two women were stranded
On the phone-in: Lawyers from NS Legal Aid, Krista Forbes & Anna Mancini, answer questions about legal issues. And off the top, we discuss interprovincial trade barriers.
On the phone-in: Pharmacist Graham MacKenzie answers questions about medications and supplements. And off the top, we hear an update about bike lanes from Halifax Regional Council.
On the phone-in: We discuss traffic congestion in the Maritimes and initiatives that could ease it. And off the top, we hear an update about Sydney's homeless shelter in the downtown area.
On the phone-in: Barry Walker and Eric Murphy provide advice on heat pump systems. And off the top, CBC meteorologist Tina Simpkin has all the details about the big snowstorm hitting the region.
On the phone-in: Paint and stain expert, Jim White, answers questions about indoor jobs. And off the top, we hear an update from New Brunswick about the final report into a cluster of patients with a brain disease.
On the phone-in: Dog behaviour expert, Sparky Smith, provides advice to listeners. And off the top, we speak with Kent Smith, the minister of Fisheries and Aquaculture in NS about new fines for illegal fishing activities.
On the phone-in: We discuss chronic stress and anxiety with psychiatrist Dr Jackie Kinley. And off the top, we hear about a 1- year-old boy from PEI who got his wish to meet Sidney Crosby and see a Penguins game.
On the phone-in: We have a discussion to help people who are on a weight loss journey. And off the top, we hear from people in Neqotkuk First Nation in NB about an incident on Sunday when the RCMP shot and killed a man.