Zoomer Week In Review

He’s best known for his iconic role in MASH. But Actor Alan Alda’s lifework is communicating science! Libby talks to him about his new book “If I Understood you, would I have this look on my face?” ahead of his ideacity appearance in mid-June.

It’s difficult to diagnose and can be hard to treat. Libby talks to Dr. Vett Lloyd of Mt Allison University about how you can protect yourself from Lyme Disease this season. And – What is the future of food? Libby talks with Dr. Irwin Adam ahead of his ideacity appearance to find out.

It’s not rare to see patients lying on gurneys in hallways and closets, waiting to be seen by hospital physicians. In fact, it’s become the norm. Libby talks to Ontario Medical Association President Elect Nadia Alam to get her take on the matter. And – He’s best known for his iconic role in MASH. But Actor Alan Alda’s lifework is communicating science! Libby talks to him about his new book “If I Understood you, would I have this look on my face?” ahead of his ideacity appearance in mid-June.

Libby continues her interview from last episode with Toronto City Councillor Norm Kelly. He’s had a very successful career, but why has his popularity soared now that he’s in his 70’s? Libby finds out. And – Globe and Mail columnist Andre Picard has released a new book on the state of health care in this country – It’s called “Matters of Life and Death: Public Health Issues in Canada”. Libby sat down with him to find out all about it.

City Councillor Norm Kelly is likely best known for his reputation as the ‘six dad’ for his fervent advocacy on behalf of the city of Toronto, both on social media, and in real life…and he’s lending his credibility to promote the upcoming Becel Ride for Heart. Libby talks with him to find out more. And – May marks the 100th anniversary of the sinking of the Lusitania. Kim Izzo has written the historical fiction, 7 Days in May, that follows the lives of four people, all of whom have connections to the fateful trip of the RMS Lusitania in 1917. Libby talks to her about her personal connection to the tragedy, and about her inspiration to write the book.

Bob Komsic fills in for Libby Znaimer. Stats Canada released new statistics this week, showing that there are more adults 65-plus in this country, than there are children under the age of 16. Bob talks with generational author Peter Shurman to learn more. And – The Alzheimer’s Society of Toronto is gearing up for its annual fundraising walk. Bob is joined by CEO, Cathy Barrick, to find out all the details.

New information has come to light about what the allies knew regarding Nazi Death Camps and when they knew it. Libby finds out all the details for Dan Plesch, the British historian who unearthed the information. And – In a world full of distractions, have we lost the ability to be alone? Libby talks with award winning author Michael Harris about his new book, “Solitude A Singular Life in a Crowded World.

It’s a huge problem for families – to make sure that elder loved ones take their medications. Libby talks with Victor Lesau about his new invention that makes monitoring easy. And – “Muhi – Generally Temporary” is the story of a Palestinian boy with a life threatening illness, who has lived in an Israeli hospital since he was a baby. Libby talks with director Rina Castelnuovo about this HotDocs feature.

CARP – a new vision of aging – is expanding to open an office in British Columbia to better serve Western Canada. CARP VP of Advocacy Wanda Morris will be going west to head up this new office, and she joins Libby to talk about it. And – What is the senior boomerang generation? Libby talks with author, and VP of ZoomerLive and Zoomer U, David Cravit, to learn more.

This week marked National Caregiver Day, and the honours were handed out in Toronto this week. Libby speaks to one of the winners, Karen Gillespie, who has a remarkable story. And – Just in time for Easter, a new documentary offers a completely different theory about Jesus’ last days. Libby is joined by filmmaker Simcha Jacobovici to learn all about it.

This year is 100th Anniversary of the battle at Vimy Ridge. Libby talks with Christopher Sweeney, the President of the Vimy Ridge Foundation, about what it was, and why it was such an important event in Canadian history. And – The Ontario government is taking steps to protect your savings from unscrupulous advisors and it’s the result of a CARP initiative. Libby is joined by CARP’s VP of Advocacy Wanda Morris to talk about it.

Bob Komsic fills in for Libby Znaimer. Could hockey save the health care system? Bob talks to the former head of orthopedic surgery at St. Paul’s Hospital in Vancouver, Dr. Steven Pinney, about his new book How Hockey Can Save Health Care to find out more. And – The entertainment world mourned the loss of legendary guitarist Chuck Berry. Bob talks about it with Zoomer Radio’s own legendary musician Robbie Lane.

Bob Komsic fills in for Libby Znaimer. Did you know that March is Pharmacist Awareness Month? Bob talks to Sean Simpson, Chair of the Board of Directors at the Ontario Pharmacists Association to find out all the details. And – No one likes to clean their home, but is there a quicker, more efficient way to do it? Bob talks with author Melissa Maker about her new book CLEAN MY SPACE: The Secret to Cleaning Better, Faster – And Loving Your Home Every Day.

Bob Komsic fills in for Libby Znaimer. It’s that time again. Spring ahead! But what effect does Daylight Savings Time have on your sleep? Bob talks with lifestyle expert Jennifer Pike to find out. And – Does Canada have its own food identity, or national dish? Is it poutine? Beaver tails? Or maybe Nanaimo bars? Author and BC professor Lenore Newman set out across the country to answer that very question. She joins Bob to talk about it.

March is colon cancer awreness month, and while more and more Zoomers are beating the disease there’s been an un3explained increase in the number of young people who get it. Libby talks to Dr. Shady Ashamalla to learn more. And – A critically acclaimed filmmaker who investigates the distant past is getting the prestigious Gordon Sinclair Award for Broadcast Journalism. Libby speaks with Simcha Jacobovic about his work.

The Oscars have come and gone, and there’s one group you won’t have seen much: older actors. Libby talks to study authors, Dr. Katherine Pieper and researcher Mark Choueiti, who say this year’s Academy Awards should be dubbed “Oscars So Young”. And – Have you noticed that you get less sleep now than you did when you were younger? If you think it’s just a normal part of the ageing process, think again! Libby talks to sleep doctor, Dr. Ariel Green from Johns Hopkins University to find out more.

Remember the hit TV show “The Golden Girls?” about 4 older women sharing a home and all that goes with it. That model has migrated from the small screen to real life for a group of women in Port Perry. Libby talks with one of the house co-owners, Martha Casson, about how it all works. And – Dating in your 50’s or 60’s may seem like a daunting idea, but there is help if you’re thinking of getting out there again. Libby talks to Lisa Copeland – Dating Coach and author of The Winning Dating Formula For Women over 50.

Helping Zoomers stay in the workforce beyond the age of 65 would give the economy a big boost, but how do we do that without raising the retirement age for everyone? Libby talks with Dominic Barton, the chair of the government’s advisory council on economic growth. And, in time to celebrate Canada’s 150th birthday, the MacDonald-Laurier institute is enlisting the help of some prominent Canadians to take a look back at five key political figures from around the time of our confederation. Libby speaks with historian Alastair Gillespie.

An 86 year old man was savagely beaten by another resident at his long term care home in Dundas this week. What happened, and could it have been prevented? Libby spoke with the man’s daughter Tammy Carbino to find out the details. And – Libby speaks with author Emily Esfanhi Smith, about her new book, The Power of Meaning, that promises to bring more satisfaction to your life.

Mary Tyler Moore and her eponymous show helped millions of working women find their voice. We celebrate the life and career of Mary Tyler Moore, with Zoomer Magazine’s Mike Crisolago who joins Libby in studio. And – As we look forward to the Toronto Auto Show, Phil Edmonston, author of the book Lemon-Aid, weighs in on the car industry and what Zoomers should look for this year!