Los mejores podcasts de Nova Scotia (2024)

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University study reveals healthcare workers' views on social admissions 8:27

14h ago8:27

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The latest findings of this Dalhousie University study reveal what Dr. Jasmine Mah and her team have learned by interviewing nurses, doctors, administrators and social workers about their experiences with social admissions patients in hospitals.

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The Art of Authenticity: This Is Marketing's Brand-Centric Approach 53:00

14d ago53:00

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Join hosts Claire and Ashley as they kick off Season 3 of All Hands on Tech from the brand-new studio of This Is Marketing in downtown Dartmouth. In this episode, they sit down with Neil Stephen, CEO of This Is Marketing, to explore the agency's journey, services, and vision for the future. Discover how This Is Marketing started and the diverse ser…

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Health Hacks #247: A new system of e-referrals 7:54

14h ago7:54

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Medical referrals occasionally go astray, which can be frustrating for patients. Our healthcare columnist Mary Jane Hampton takes a look at how to make the most of a new system of e-referrals that Nova Scotia Health is bringing in to fix that problem.

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Christmasland film producers move forward with frustrated business owners 8:40

14h ago8:40

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Christmasland producer David Keefe responds to concerns we heard from a restaurant owner in Mahone Bay, who said shooting for the holiday film was bad for business. David talks about some of the hiccups with communication and power use, and how he's making things right.

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Tech column: Some fast fashion websites could be linked to a massive online scam 5:02

1d ago5:02

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Our tech columnist Nur Zinccir-Heywood tells us how a vast number of online shopping scam websites seem to come from a single source in the Chinese province of Fujian. What you should do if you've been ripped off.

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Art 'n Soul: The Stage Prophets, Kings Chorale and Atlantic Burlesque Festival 7:00

1d ago7:00

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In today's culture column, how a valley choir director convinced a rising composer from Argentina to make an exciting stop in Wolfville on his international tour. Plus, Tara Lynn Taylor takes us to a production of The Music Man and tees up the first Atlantic Burlesque Festival.

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Some people in rural Colchester County unhappy about a proposed quarry expansion 7:59

1d ago7:59

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Residents of Little Dyke say their small village was once a quiet escape, but that all changed when a quarry came to town about four decades ago. Ian MacFadden, with the Little Dyke Community Coalition, says now residents are concerned about plans for that quarry to expand.

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Business owners in Mahone Bay caught off guard when a Christmas movie came to town 8:45

1d ago8:45

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The cast and crew of Christmasland recently filmed in the town of Mahone Bay. Business fronts were decked out in lights and fake snow for the production. A local restaurant owner explains why some business owners were left feeling less than holly jolly about the whole experience.

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Halifax content creators Allie and Sam talk about their journey into motherhood 8:04

4d ago8:04

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YouTubers Allie and Sam Conway talk about why they chose to document their journey into motherhood online, as a two-mom family with twin toddler boys.

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The Knox Office: The decline of the superhero blockbusters 8:05

4d ago8:05

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Has Hollywood rediscovered the movie star? This summer's movie season is not kicking off with a superhero movie. Our film reviewer Carsten Knox talks about what a return to marketing star-driven movies could mean for what we go see at the multiplex.

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New museum exhibit marks 25 years since Kosovar refugees arrived in Canada 10:45

4d ago10:45

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Information Morning's Jerry West visits the Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 to explore an exhibit documenting Operation Parasol. He speaks with Jan Raska, the curator of the exhibit, and Arta Rexhepi, who arrived in this country as a Kosovar Refugee at age 13.

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All Access Comedy stand-up show returns to Halifax 8:59

5d ago8:59

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Comedian D.J Demers and show ambassador Laura Bain bring us the details of this Halifax Comedy Festival event, featuring comedians from the disability community coming together to celebrate their perspective on life for an audience of all abilities.

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Hear about a water treatment company that's under investigation in Nova Scotia 8:49

5d ago8:49

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CBC News has learned the provincial government is investigating multiple complaints about Atlantic Environmental Systems. Our consumer affairs reporter Angela MacIvor went digging too and she’s here with more.

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How an HRM pilot project uses AI cameras to detect wildfires 7:31

5d ago7:31

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Halifax Regional Municipality, working with the province, has installed three cameras that use artificial intelligence to identify wildfire smoke. The cameras are mounted on towers in Musquodoboit Harbour, Middle Sackville, and Hammonds Plains. We find out more.

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How false bomb threats in schools are affecting students 10:12

5d ago10:12

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Police have responded to a rash of false threats at Halifax-area schools since early April. HRCE says it's taking them seriously. An education advocate gives us a sense of what teachers, students and parents are saying about these threats being made by notes and anonymous calls.

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Reaction to a CFIA decision to allow feeding gene-edited crops to livestock 8:00

6d ago8:00

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Canadian Biotechnology Action Network coordinator Lucy Sharrat talks about why she's disappointed with a decision by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency to approve the use of gene-edited crops as feed for livestock

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A is for Adventure, C is for camping at overlooked provincial parks 8:42

6d ago8:42

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If you're worried that you left it too late to book a site at a provincial park, fear not! Chris Surrette and Jan-Sebastian LaPierre from A for Adventure share some great spots where you should still be able to find a camping site, when everything else is booked.

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How people are protesting the province's decision to scrap the Coastal Protection Act 7:06

6d ago7:06

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In the months since the Houston government announced its intention to abandon the long-awaited Coastal Protection Act, public outrage has been percolating in parts of the province. Today, several groups are holding a protest at the Legislature, including the Nova Scotia Coastal Coalition.

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Health Hacks #246: Managing your own preventative healthcare regime 7:36

7d ago7:36

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At a time when healthcare providers are in short supply, our healthcare columnist Mary Jane Hampton looks at preventive medicine and recommends some helpful online and navigational resources to guide your way.

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South Shore journalist recognized by World Press Freedom Canada 8:26

7d ago8:26

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World Press Freedom Canada, a non-profit that advocates for freedom of the press, recently awarded its local journalism certificate of merit to LighthouseNOW reporter Keith Corcoran for his 'dogged' pursuit of search warrant records in the Nova Scotia courts.

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What happened when four local NGOs tried out four-day work weeks? 8:33

7d ago8:33

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Hear the results of a pilot project to reduce the work week to 32 hours. Stephanie Gilbert had the job of evaluating how a four-day work week went for four non-profits in Nova Scotia. She's an associate professor of management and marketing at Cape Breton University.

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Hiker's close encounter with a black bear in Hammonds Plains 7:44

7d ago7:44

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Last Friday, Dawn Perrier was walking on a trail when she came face-to-face with a black bear. Dawn's a big hiker, but this was an experience she'd never had before. Luckily, she came prepared. Dawn tells us what happened and what she did to stay safe.

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Eastern Shore couple rallies community to restore a fallen osprey habitat 7:13

8d ago7:13

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Grayley McWatters and his family are trying to restore a spring nesting spot for Nova Scotia's provincial bird on their Beaver Harbour property. The treetop perch for ospreys was destroyed by Fiona in 2022. Now, the McWatters are trying to make the birds' nest liveable again.

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Art 'n Soul: HIFF, Ocean Kin & Jacket of Blue 6:45

8d ago6:45

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Our culture columnist Tara Lynn Taylor takes us to the Halifax Independent Filmmakers Festival, shines a light on the making of a new shadow show, and tees up a staged reading of an original musical about a Black porter from Nova Scotia.

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New tourism company wanting to shed light on local Black history facing roadblock 11:36

8d ago11:36

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Kevin Brooks and two of his friends started Ayomikun Bus Charters in an effort to make Black history more accessible. For the past few months, Brooks has faced pushback trying to get the licence he needs to run his tours. Information Morning's Feleshia Chandler has the story.

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Expert on far-right extremism with the latest on Diagolon 9:26

11d ago9:26

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The Diagolon flag has been visible on highway overpasses, at protests and in the news lately. We get a refresher on what the symbol means, and how the Diagolon group has evolved since the convoy protests, from a professor who researches far-right extremism and violence.

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Ann Divine becomes new chair of the Halifax Chamber of Commerce 7:35

11d ago7:35

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Ann Divine was born in Guyana, educated in England, and worked overseas. After 20 years in Nova Scotia, she is CEO of her own company and the newly-appointed chair of the board of directors of the Halifax Chamber of Commerce. She talks about her plans for the new role.

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Denise Pictou Maloney gives a talk on her mother's murder for Red Dress Day 8:34

11d ago8:34

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Almost 50 years after Nova Scotia's Anna Mae Aquash was murdered in the United States, many of the same issues still plague indigenous women. Her daughter Denise Pictou Maloney is the guest speaker at a National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women.

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Why is the Nova Scotia Teachers' Pension Plan chronically underfunded? 8:04

11d ago8:04

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The Nova Scotia Teachers' Pension Plan is only 78.1 percent funded. We ask an expert what is going with the teachers' pension and what the options are for fully funding the plan.

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Dr. Peter Lin: How do buildings influence human health? 7:37

12d ago7:37

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There's growing interest in how the buildings that we live and work in might affect our body's microbiome. A group of researchers has just published a new perspective paper on the subject. Our house doctor Peter Lin has the details.

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How university researchers are expanding our knowledge about black bears in N.S. 8:17

12d ago8:17

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An Acadia University professor tells us about his research putting high-tech satellite trackers on black bears. The province is trying to learn more about our black bear population, prompted by concerns raised around the spring bear hunt pilot that was cancelled last month.

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Dal prof on the violent protests rocking campuses across North America 8:53

12d ago8:53

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As police in Los Angeles attempt to remove protestors from a pro-Palestinian encampment at UCLA, Portia talks with international development studies professor Robert Huish about the intensity of these growing movements – and why they haven't happened on campuses here yet.

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Celebrating the film series Black Life: Untold Stories 7:37

12d ago7:37

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CBC hosts a screening of a documentary that looks at the growth of Black communities in Canada, and their resistance to displacement – including the story of Africville. Portia speaks with Sandy Hudson, the co-executive producer of the documentary series.

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A look at what's filming across the province this summer 9:09

13d ago9:09

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Screen Nova Scotia executive director Laura Mackenzie talks about how film crews across the province are ramping up for summer productions. Laura predicts a bustling season with The Institute, From, and lots of other shows lined up to shoot here.

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How do you make your property less vulnerable to wildfires? 8:52

13d ago8:52

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As we approach the anniversary of the start of last year's destructive wildfires, Parks Canada and several other agencies are offering seminars to help people plan ahead and wildfire-proof their homes. A resource conservation manager for Parks Canada shares some tips.

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PNSC Episode 9, What is MODL's role in Coastal Protection with Leitha Haysom, Representative for District One. 40:31

14d ago40:31

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Leitha Haysom representative for District One for the Municipality of the District of Lunenburg.Por Angela Jorgensen

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Liberal MP meets with Wolfville doctor about high cost of baby formula 7:59

14d ago7:59

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The affordability crisis has left parents struggling to pay the high price of baby formula. Liberal MP Kody Blois talks about his recent meeting with a Valley physician who says baby formula should be covered, like some prescription drugs.

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Meet two N.S. farmers featured in a new national documentary series 9:25

14d ago9:25

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Sisters Jessie and Rebecca MacInnis run Springtide Farm in Lunenburg County. They join Portia to talk about growing food and being featured in the National Farmers Union's new series of 40 short documentaries called Depth of Field: Films About Farming.

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Health Hacks #245: Unexpected instance of ageism in the healthcare system 7:01

14d ago7:01

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Hard to believe, we are coming up on five years of our weekly health hacks column. During that time, consultant and author Mary Jane Hampton helped many listeners navigate the healthcare system – and she's noticed some interesting changes in the issues people want her to tackle

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Art 'n Soul: MayWorks and Shakespeare By The Sea festivals 4:58

15d ago4:58

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Our culture columnist Tara Lynn Taylor takes us to this year's MayWorks, with a look at a Shelley Fashan curated show called Our Legacy: May Voices, May Stories. Also, a sneak peek at Shakespeare By The Sea's summer theatre season.

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Turning the Tide program for young African Nova Scotians 8:21

15d ago8:21

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Hear about a new community building and mentorship program for young Black people that's just wrapped up in Digby. Youth in the Turning the Tide program have been developing their leadership and entrepreneurial skills during the pilot program.

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Consequences of violating the Youth Criminal Justice Act online 8:54

15d ago8:54

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A friend speaks out at a vigil for 16-year-old Ahmad Al Marrach, who was killed in a mall parking garage in Halifax last week. Plus, why police are warning people about sharing images and misinformation connected to the teens charged in this case.

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Why are there fewer reporters than ever covering politics in Nova Scotia? 12:25

15d ago12:25

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CBC political reporter Jean Laroche recently marked 30 years of covering provincial politics. He looks at how the job of reporters at Province House has changed over the last few decades, and why that change is too important to ignore.

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PNSC Episode 7, The horrific wall at Crescent Beach with Lucy Hendrixson 39:14

18d ago39:14

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On today's episode we talk about the destruction of little Crescent Beach and the ramifications it will have on the surrounding wetland and on beautiful Crescent Beach.Por Angela Jorgensen

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Does a government's failure to reduce GHG emissions violate human rights? 8:14

18d ago8:14

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In a recent landmark case, a group of elderly Swiss women took their government to court for its inaction on climate change, and they won! It's the first time the European Court of Human Rights has ruled on climate change. To find out what this might mean for the rest of the world, our legal columnist Wayne MacKay weighs in.…

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East Preston education initiative celebrates its 10-year anniversary 8:04

18d ago8:04

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Hundreds of Black Nova Scotians have gained educational skills and better jobs thanks to the The Africadian Education Academy. It's a non-profit that began a decade ago, as a ministry of the East Preston United Baptist Church. Information Morning's Feleshia Chandler stopped by the anniversary event.

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The Knox Office: It's time to go to the movies! 7:54

18d ago7:54

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Our film reviewer Carsten Knox has a review of a creepy new movie from Newfoundland called "The King Tide."

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PNSC Episode 4, The path of destruction continues. 48:09

19d ago48:09

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The path of destruction continues. Will Cherry Hill Beach and Scot's Bay become the next Green Bay?Por Angela Jorgensen

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Closer look at HRM's plans to open new tent encampment sites 8:53

19d ago8:53

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Halifax Regional Municipality is planning to open new designated sites for people experiencing homelessness. Staff say the four current encampment sites are overcrowded and people have been setting up tents in other spaces. Portia speaks with Max Chauvin, HRM's Director of Housing and Homelessness.

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Researchers aim to remove harmful language toward Indigenous people from libraries 8:08

19d ago8:08

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The Respectful Terminologies Platform Project is a new information system for Canadian libraries, archives and museums. It's trying to address harmful language toward Indigenous people in those institutions. We hear from the co-leads for the project.

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