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All Hands on Tech, hosted by Eilish and Greg, brings together Nova Scotia’s tech community to uncover the secrets of what makes our province the best place for collaboration, innovation, and growth. Each episode hear from local digital experts as we dive into all of the amazing things happening in Nova Scotia’s fastest-growing sector and learn why so many organizations and individuals are calling Canada’s Ocean Playground home. All Hands on Tech is proudly produced by Digital Nova Scotia (DN ...
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Progress Canada

Created and hosted by Theresa Lubowitz

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The Progress Canada Podcast delves into the political, social, and policy transformations shaping the future of our country. Each episode brings thought-provoking discussions with policymakers, activists, and experts who are driving change across Canada. We explore what’s working, what’s not, and what needs to be done next to build a more inclusive, sustainable, and equitable future. Progress Canada is here to cut through the noise, highlight what matters, and empower Canadians to contribute ...
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In a media climate dominated by digital voices and one-sided relationships between creators and audiences, trust in podcasting has become one of the most urgent conversations of our time. On June 19, 2025, Halifax will host Echo Podcast Summit, the largest podcast event Atlantic Canada has ever seen, bringing together global leaders, creators, and critical thinkers to explore the future of trust in media. Brought to you by Halifax-based podcast strategy company Podstarter and global podcasti ...
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Welcome to Science News Daily, brought to you by Brief! Our AI selects the latest stories and top headlines and then delivers them to you each day in less than ten minutes (for more details, visit www.brief.news/how-it-works). Tune in to get your daily news on fascinating topics, including physics, biology, chemistry, astronomy, and more. Whether you're a science enthusiast, researcher, or simply curious about the wonders of the natural world, this podcast is your ultimate source for all thi ...
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On this episode of All Hands on Tech, we sit down with Daniel Roscoe, CEO of Roswall Development to explore how the Halifax-based company is helping drive Nova Scotia’s energy transformation. From large-scale solar and wind projects to the Mersey River Wind Farm—set to provide 45% of HRM’s corporate electricity—Dan shares insights on the technology…
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(0:10): Artios Pharma Raises $115M to Boost DDR Cancer Pipeline with Promising New Trials (2:15): Study Reveals Microclots and NETs as Key Biomarkers for Diagnosing Long COVID (4:01): Breakthrough: Genetic Key to Seasonal Behavior in Mammals Unlocked by New Study (5:47): First Ever Coronal Mass Ejection Detected from Star Beyond Solar System, Impac…
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In this episode of the Progress Canada Podcast, Theresa speaks with pollster Kyla Ronnellenfitsch about her latest national polling on the 2025 federal budget, Mark Carney’s early days as Prime Minister, and Pierre Poilievre’s favourability numbers ahead of his leadership review. We dig into voter reactions to the Carney budget rollout, where the p…
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(0:10): Global CO2 Emissions Surge: COP30 Highlights Urgent Need for International Mitigation Action (1:54): China's Tiangong Crew to Return After Space Debris Delay; Marks Milestone in Space Program (3:32): Massive Great White Shark 'Contender' Tracked Off Atlantic City Coast, Aids Migration Study (5:22): Apple Launches Beta Digital ID for TSA Che…
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In this episode, we’re joined by Iain Rankin, the 29th Premier of Nova Scotia and current House Leader of the Nova Scotia Liberal Party.Where to Find Us:Social Accounts:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ProgressCanadaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/progress_canada_podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/progresscanadapodcastBlueSky: https://…
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(0:10): IonQ and University of Chicago Launch Pioneering Quantum Center to Advance Next-Gen Tech (2:49): Revolutionary Eggshell Dating Method Unlocks Precise Dinosaur Evolution Timelines Without Volcanic Ash (5:44): Trinity College Develops Groundbreaking Nasal Vaccine to Block Pertussis Transmission and Strengthen Immunity (8:07): Study Unveils 30…
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(0:10): A Decade Post-Paris Agreement: Climate Action Lags as Disasters and Emissions Rise (1:52): New Study Reveals Microglial Shift Could Combat Alzheimer's by Reducing Brain Inflammation (4:00): Hypertensive Pregnancy Disorders Linked to Heart Risks: Study Urges Integrated Care Model (6:26): Newly Discovered Wadisuchus Kassabi Fossils Shed Light…
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(0:10): Chan Zuckerberg Initiative Shifts Focus to AI-Driven Science, Doubling Biohub Funding in $1 Billion Push (2:21): Microplastics Found in Nova Scotia Lobsters: Study Reveals Links to Polyester Clothing and Marine Materials (4:15): Maternal Type 1 Diabetes May Epigenetically Shield Offspring from Autoimmunity, Study Finds (8:41): UC San Diego …
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(0:10): Breakthrough: ADSCs from Fat Tissue Offer New Hope for Osteoporosis Fracture Healing (2:27): Breakthrough Biodegradable Vaccine Offers Strong Defense Against Implant Infections, Targets Resistant Staphylococcus (5:04): Breakthrough Genomics Approach Decodes Thousands of Marine Particles from Just Drops of Seawater (8:42): Revolutionary Cata…
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In this episode, the On Message Panel tackles the 2025 federal budget, the first by newly minted Prime Minister Mark Carney. We discuss the Carney Government's new approach to managing government finances, the government's approach to the pre-budget rollout, and how the budget is landing in Parliament.Where to Find Us:Social Accounts:YouTube: https…
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(0:10): UNEP Report Warns World Heading for 2.5°C Warming, Calls for Urgent Climate Action (2:16): Supermassive Black Hole's 'Superman' Flare Dazzles Scientists with Unmatched Luminosity (4:35): Triple Biomarker Test Could Revolutionize Heart Attack Risk Prediction, Study Suggests (6:33): Comet 3I/ATLAS Reappears: A Rare Interstellar Visitor Offers…
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(0:10): Active Seniors Show Slower Brain Decline: Study Links Walking to Cognitive Health Benefits (2:21): Hektoria Glacier's Sudden Collapse Signals Faster Antarctic Retreat, Sea-Level Rise Concerns (4:20): Viral Infections Spike Heart Attack and Stroke Risk: New Study Urges Vaccination for Protection (7:15): Breakthrough Cancer Therapy Uses Nanop…
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In this episode, we’re joined by Vass Bednar and Kaylie Tiessen. Vass serves as Managing Director and Kaylie serves as Chief Economist at the newly founded Canadian SHIELD Institute, a public policy organization focused on Canadian sovereignty. We talk about how to define sovereignty, how to measure it, and the challenges Canadians are facing in st…
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(0:10): Gene-Edited Pig Kidney Transplant Marks Milestone in Xenotransplantation, Offers Hope Amid Organ Shortage (1:57): PLM-Interact: New AI Model Revolutionizes Protein Interaction Prediction, Outshines AlphaFold3 (3:56): Breakthrough Study Links Spin Glass Temperature Chaos to Reentrant Transitions, Impacting Machine Learning & Quantum Tech (5:…
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(0:10): Breakthrough Drug 2-HDP Shows Promise in Early Intervention for Diabetic Retinopathy Vision Preservation (1:28): Mushroom Memristors: The Future of Eco-Friendly Bioelectronic Computing (3:09): Ancient Birch Tar Unveils Neolithic Life: DNA Reveals Diet, Gender Roles, and Technological Skills (4:44): Early ADHD Medication Significantly Reduce…
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In this episode, we’re joined by Sachit Mehra, President of the Liberal Party of Canada. First elected in 2023, Sachit led the party through a leadership race and a general election that resulted in a fourth straight term in power for the party. Where to Find Us:Social Accounts:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ProgressCanadaInstagram: https://www.…
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(0:10): Breakthrough Antibody Boosts Immune Attack on Resistant Breast Cancers, Promising New Treatment (1:31): Breakthrough in Fat Cell Research: HSL's Nuclear Role Offers New Obesity and Diabetes Treatment Paths (3:20): Gene HMGN1 Found to Trigger Heart Defects in Down Syndrome, Offering New Hope for Treatments (5:05): Einstein College Secures $1…
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In this episode, we’re joined by Joanna Kyriazis. She serves as the Director of Policy and Strategy at Clean Energy Canada, a climate and clean energy think tank at Simon Fraser University. Together, we discuss the future of the electric vehicle industry in Canada and how we can move towards an affordable clean economy.Where to Find Us:Social Accou…
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(0:10): New Study Urges Personalized Antidepressant Treatment to Tackle Metabolic and Cardiovascular Risks (2:07): Breakthrough in Zebrafish Neural Research Paves Way for Advances in Robotics and Neuroscience (3:24): Global Neutrino Experiments Unravel Universe's Matter-Antimatter Mystery (5:29): Gene HMGN1 Found to Trigger Heart Defects in Down Sy…
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(0:10): Study Reveals Brain Processes Language Like Subway System, Juggling Multiple Words Simultaneously (1:49): New Monoclonal Antibody MAM01 Shows Promising Results in Malaria Prevention Trials (3:46): New Discovery in Skin Inflammation: ATG9A Protein Offers Hope for Chronic Disease Treatments (5:46): Breakthrough in Understanding Nuclear Pore C…
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(0:10): Revolutionary Implant Restores Vision in AMD Patients: A New Era in Eye Care (2:56): Breastfeeding Boosts Immune Defense, Lowers Breast Cancer Risk: New Study Finds (4:40): Digital Tools Revolutionize Lung Cancer Screening for High-Risk Groups, Study Shows (6:45): Study Reveals 'Metabolic Ceiling' Limiting Human Endurance Performance (8:25)…
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(0:10): mRNA COVID Vaccines Show Promise in Boosting Cancer Immunotherapy, Study Suggests (1:50): Early Peanut Introduction Cuts Allergy Rates, Yet Adoption Remains Slow Despite Proven Benefits (3:44): Enzalutamide-Leuprolide Combo Boosts Survival in Prostate Cancer, Reduces Death Risk by 40% (5:39): Breakthrough in Plasma Physics Boosts Fusion Ene…
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Our host Claire is joined by Eilidh Lindsay-Sinclair and Laura Hawkins, Digital Skills for Women+ (DS4W+) co-founders, who talk all things related to the program. Created in 2018, the two discuss their tech career journeys and how it influenced them to build the DS4W+ program. Find out how it bridges the gap between women and gender diverse individ…
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(0:10): 230-Million-Year-Old Dinosaur Fossil Discovery Redefines Sauropod Evolution Timeline (1:57): Study Uncovers Mitochondria's Dual Role in Energy and Cell Death Regulation (3:25): Breakthrough Fiber-Coupled Photon Source Revolutionizes Quantum Communication, Enables Room-Temperature, Scalable Networks (5:06): Cancer Cells Hijack Embryonic Prog…
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In this episode, we’re joined by Hannah Owczar and Kendal David of the Basic Income Youth Collective. We discuss what exactly a basic income is, how it helps create an economic floor in society, and how it can support young people in a precarious economic age. This episode is being released on October 17, the International Day for the Eradication o…
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(0:10): UK Urged to Ramp Up Climate Adaptation as 2°C Warming Looms by 2050 (2:51): Lewotobi Laki-Laki Volcano Erupts Again: Indonesia on High Alert as Ash Plumes Soar (4:34): Breakthrough Study: Steroids and Garp Protein Offer New Hope in Cancer Treatment (5:35): Consumer Reports Finds Dangerous Lead Levels in Protein Powders; Calls for Stricter F…
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(0:10): New Drug Combo Offers Hope for 40% of Advanced Prostate Cancer Patients (1:24): South Atlantic Anomaly's Expansion Threatens Satellites, Unveils Earth's Magnetic Mysteries (3:05): Cohen's Vision: Revolutionizing Mental Health with Genomics and Cellular Reprogramming for Early Intervention (4:36): Study Confirms Shingles Vaccine's Double-Dos…
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(0:10): Dana-Farber Unveils Groundbreaking Cancer Trial Results at ESMO 2025: A New Era in Treatment Advances (2:39): AstraZeneca Unveils Groundbreaking Oncology Advances at ESMO 2025, Showcases Promising New Cancer Treatments (4:54): Breakthrough Artificial Neurons Revolutionize Low-Power Brain-Machine Interfaces with Protein Nanowires (6:24): Stu…
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(0:10): Revolutionary Method Turns Rapeseed Waste into Sustainable Protein for Global Food Demand (1:29): Moderna's mRNA-4359 Shows Promise in Melanoma Trial, Highlights PD-L1 as Key Biomarker (3:09): Study Links Depression Subtypes to Increased Diabetes and Cardiovascular Risks (5:13): Breakthrough 'Armored' CAR-T Cells Show Promise in Treating Ca…
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(0:10): 2025 Nobel Prize in Physics Honors Pioneers of Quantum Superconducting Circuits, Revolutionizing Quantum Technology (1:59): Study Reveals Ovulation Boosts Reaction Times; Exercise Key to Cognitive Agility in Women (4:23): Revolutionary Nanotech Enables Multi-Component Vaccines with Precise, Controlled Release (5:53): Breakthrough Study: Ind…
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In this episode, we're joined by Kate Graham. She holds a PhD in Political Science and teaches in Governance, Leadership, Ethics at Western and Huron University College. Kate is the author of three books about women in politics and the creator of the No Second Chances Podcast. We discuss her latest book and the challenges of female leadership in th…
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(0:10): Nobel Prize in Chemistry 2025 Honors Pioneers of Metal-Organic Frameworks for Environmental Breakthroughs (2:02): Study: Tramadol Offers Minimal Pain Relief, Linked to Health Risks Including Cardiovascular Issues and Cancer Concerns (4:34): MacArthur Foundation Unveils 2025 'Genius Grant' Recipients, Celebrating 26 Innovators Across Diverse…
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(0:10): Physicists Win 2025 Nobel Prize for Quantum Computing Breakthroughs, Ushering in Second Quantum Revolution (2:25): Breakthrough Alzheimer's Treatment Repairs Blood-Brain Barrier, Slashes Amyloid Levels in Mice (4:48): AI-Powered CellTransformer Unveils Over 1,300 New Regions in Mouse Brain Mapping Breakthrough (6:53): Trump's Proposed NASA …
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(0:10): Rogue Planet Cha 1107-7626 Exhibits Star-Like Growth, Challenges Planetary Definitions (1:47): UK on Alert: Rise in Disease-Carrying Mosquitoes Sparks Surveillance and Prevention Efforts (3:54): Study Warns: Global Wildfire Crisis Escalates as Climate Change Fuels Deadly, Costly Blazes (6:08): Interstellar Comet 3I/Atlas Nears Mars: A Celes…
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In this episode, we’re joined by independent Manitoba Senator Marilou McPhedran, who has introduced legislation to lower Canada’s voting age to 16. We discuss why the change is needed, how other countries are leading the way, and how each of us can help in this effort to make our democracy better reflect all its citizens. Where to Find Us: Social A…
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(0:10): Swiss Glaciers Shrink 24% in a Decade, Raising Alarms Over Climate Change Impact (1:49): Study Reveals Distinct Genetic Roots for Early and Late Autism Diagnoses (3:49): Revolutionary Fluorescent Peptide Tracers Illuminate Oxytocin Receptor, Boosting Cancer and Autism Research (5:36): New Organic Molecules Found on Enceladus Boost Hopes for…
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(0:10): Breakthrough: Scientists Create Human Eggs from Skin Cells, But Safety and Ethical Hurdles Remain (1:49): Trump Unveils $100M AI Initiative to Revolutionize Pediatric Cancer Research Amid Funding Cuts (3:59): Study Warns Psilocybin May Worsen Postpartum Depression, Affect Offspring (5:22): Rare Juvenile Great White Shark Filmed Off Rhode Is…
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(0:10): Study Reveals Over 93% of Heart Events Linked to Controllable Risk Factors: Emphasizes Early Prevention (1:54): Harvard's AI Tool PICTURE Revolutionizes Brain Cancer Diagnosis with 98% Accuracy (3:25): Breakthrough in Synthetic Biology: All 21 tRNAs Synthesized Simultaneously, Paving Way for Artificial Life (5:09): Chinese Scientists Set Wo…
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(0:10): Online Singing Program Boosts Quality of Life for Chronic Breathlessness Patients (1:13): COVID-19 Vaccine During Pregnancy Cuts Infection, Stillbirth, and Preterm Birth Risks (3:05): Nobel Laureate Envisions Pill to Halt Aging, Raise Lifespan Concerns (5:08): Giloy Warning: Ayurvedic Herb Linked to Liver Damage in Vulnerable Groups (6:26):…
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Kindred AI is redefining how emotional intelligence can be measured, practiced, and scaled in the workplace. In this episode of All Hands on Tech, host Claire Quirion speaks with Amanda Richardson, Growth Manager at Kindred AI, about how their platform blends AI and EQ to help employees grow, reflect, and lead with empathy. They dive into the chall…
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(0:10): Austria Lures Top U.S. Scientists Amid Global Talent Race with Major Grants, Boosting European Research (2:13): Ancient Skull Discovery in China Challenges Human Evolution Timeline (4:26): New Study Reveals How Lysosomal Activity Affects Longevity Across Generations Via Epigenetic Histone Transfer (5:43): NISAR Satellite Unveils First Detai…
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In this episode, we’re joined by André Côté, the Interim Executive Director of The Dais, a public policy and leadership think tank at Toronto Metropolitan University. We discuss online harms facing young people, how the internet is shaping the next generation’s views on democracy, and how we can we can arm Canadian citizens with the tools they need…
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(0:10): UniQure's Gene Therapy AMT-130 Slows Huntington's Disease by 75%, Boosts Stock 190% (2:00): CDC Warns of 70% Surge in 'Nightmare Bacteria' Infections, Urges Global Action Against Antibiotic Resistance (4:11): FDA Grants Priority Review to ENHERTU Combo for HER2+ Breast Cancer, Promising New Standard of Care (6:02): Revolutionary $40 HIV Pre…
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(0:10): Study Warns of Imminent 'Day Zero Drought' Threats in Major Global Cities (2:06): US Oncology Diagnostics Market to Triple by 2034, Driven by AI and Personalized Medicine (4:49): Tevogen Bio's TVGN 489 T Cell Therapy Offers Hope for Long COVID Treatment (6:38): Study Links Any Alcohol Consumption to Increased Dementia Risk, Debunking Modera…
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(0:10): NASA Chooses 10 Diverse New Astronauts for Moon, Mars Missions (2:06): MIT's SCIGEN AI Revolutionizes Quantum Material Discovery, Paving Way for Advanced Technologies (3:51): Roche's Giredestrant Boosts Survival in Advanced Breast Cancer, Signals Oral SERD Comeback (6:13): Gene-Edited Mice Could Combat Lyme Disease on Nantucket: A Bold Step…
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In this episode of The Wrap Up: Ontario, we tackle the Ontario NDP convention in Niagara Falls, Marit Stiles' performance on the mandatory leadership review vote, and what it all means for the party going forward.Where to Find Us:Social Accounts:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ProgressCanadaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/progress_canada_pod…
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GC Biopharma Advances mRNA Vaccine GC4006A with Domestic IND Application for Clinical Trials in Korea Revolutionary Brain Monitoring Technique Uses Ultra-Thin Electrodes for Non-Invasive Access to Deep Brain Regions Daratumumab Enhances Myeloma Treatment: Boosts Long-Term Survival, Revolutionizes Post-Transplant Care Nantucket Scientists Use CRISPR…
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In our first episode of the On Message panel we discuss the summer political season, the return to parliament, and how each party is framing the political debate in Canada.Where to Find Us:Social Accounts:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ProgressCanadaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/progress_canada_podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/pr…
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