Monthly Archives: October 2015

Countering the staggering social costs of sugar

How much sugar do you typically consume? If you have no sweet clue, Jamie Oliver would like a word. The British chef and food activist joins Shad to discuss the mindless consumption of sugar and why he’s lobbying for a tax on sugary drinks … Continue reading

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The Agenda on The State of Journalism

Ethical, principled journalism has always been a key check on corruption and abuse of power.  The rise of infotainment, paid promotion and media conglomerates under the guise of journalism has far reaching risks for democracy and truth.  With today’s blurred … Continue reading

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New documentary: “It Takes Guts”

A documentary airing on CBC TV’s The Nature of Things tonight night examines the relationship between our inner microbes, and our expanding waistlines… and much more. The documentary is titled, “It Takes Guts,” and it’s directed by Leora Eisen who … Continue reading

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