AMI Today

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AMI Today is a daily show streaming at 1:00 PM ET on AMI-audio and AMI’s YouTube channel. Hosted by Jacob Shymanski, AMI Today is focused on literacy, technology and advocacy.... more

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The podcast currently has 234 episodes available.

AMI Today episodes:

February 27, 2025Accessible Voting and the Blind Uniform - Thursday February 27th, 2025
The Federal Liberal Leader race is on, and The Globe and Mail has an article about Mark Carney’s two-track budget plan. Plus, what is the blind uniform? A Double Tap listener posed this question to Steven Scott and Shaun Preece. Shaun is on AMI Today to ask Jacob and Grant what they think the blind uniform is.
Feeling some reading related imposter syndrome? Amy Amantea is here with an article from Walrus magazine about tracking your reading through apps. And, Kelly MacDonald stops by to preview what’s coming up on Kelly and Company!
Highlights:
Show Intro (00:00)
Mark Carney’s two-track budget plan from The Globe and Mail Today with Corinne Van Dusen (3:10)
The blind uniform with Shaun Preece from Double Tap (8:47)
Reading goal anxiety from The Walrus Magazine with Amy Amantea (14:56)
Federal cost-cutting from The Washington Post with Grant Hardy (22:57)
What’s coming up on Kelly and Company with Kelly MacDonald (26:49)
AMI Today airs weekdays on AMI-audio in Canada and streams on the Accessible Media Inc. YouTube Channel.
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About AMI
AMI is a media company that entertains, informs and empowers Canadians with disabilities through three broadcast services — AMI-tv and AMI-audio in English and AMI-télé in French — and streaming platform AMI+. Our vision is to establish AMI as a leader in the offering of accessible content, providing a voice for Canadians with disabilities through authentic storytelling, representation and positive portrayal. To learn more visit AMI.ca and AMItele.ca.
Find more great AMI Original Content on AMI+
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Connect with Accessible Media Inc. online:
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30min
February 26, 2025Amazon's New Alexa Plus & Going to the Theatre - Wednesday February 26th, 2025
On AMI Today, host Jacob Shymanski and Grant Hardy preview what’s coming up on AMI-audio with other hosts from the channel.
The Globe and Mail featured the Liberal leader debate, and Corinne Van Dusen joins the show to preview that article. Plus, there’s some breaking news as Amazon introduces AI-powered Alexa Plus. Steven Scott has the details. And AMI Today has a few theatre fans on the show! Kelly MacDonald, Amy Amantea, and our hosts speak about the benefits of attending some live theatre.
AMI Today airs weekdays on AMI-audio in Canada and streams on the Accessible Media Inc. YouTube Channel.
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About AMI
AMI is a media company that entertains, informs and empowers Canadians with disabilities through three broadcast services — AMI-tv and AMI-audio in English and AMI-télé in French — and streaming platform AMI+. Our vision is to establish AMI as a leader in the offering of accessible content, providing a voice for Canadians with disabilities through authentic storytelling, representation and positive portrayal. To learn more visit AMI.ca and AMItele.ca.
Find more great AMI Original Content on AMI+
Learn more at AMI.ca
Connect with Accessible Media Inc. online:
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Instagram @AccessibleMediaInc / @AMI-audio
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29min
February 24, 2025Free Trade, Tariffs and Tech Privacy - Monday February 24th, 2025
Jacob Shymanski and Grant Hardy are here to find out what’s coming up on AMI-audio today, and discuss the most current news, editorials, and topics with hosts from other shows on the channel.
R.I.P. Free Trade? That’s what the editorial from The Globe and Mail is saying. Also, find out how Wayne Gretzky fumbled his most recent public appearance. Elon Musk and Donald Trump are thinking of sending out cheques to U.S. taxpayers, but most citizens aren’t buying into it according to the Washington Post. Plus, find out what it means for UK Apple users to not have an Advanced Data Protection feature from the Double Tap crew. And Kelly and Company are talking with an Orientation and Mobility specialist, but before that, Kelly joins Jacob and Grant to talk about what O&M Training was like before guiding apps and tech.
Highlights:
Show Intro (00:00)
The Globe and Mail with Corinne Van Dusen (1:19)
Double Tap with Steven Scott (10:13)
The Washington Post with Grant Hardy (17:03)
Kelly and Company with Kelly MacDonald (20:24)
AMI Today airs weekdays on AMI-audio in Canada and streams on the Accessible Media Inc. YouTube Channel.
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About AMI
AMI is a media company that entertains, informs and empowers Canadians with disabilities through three broadcast services — AMI-tv and AMI-audio in English and AMI-télé in French — and streaming platform AMI+. Our vision is to establish AMI as a leader in the offering of accessible content, providing a voice for Canadians with disabilities through authentic storytelling, representation and positive portrayal. To learn more visit AMI.ca and AMItele.ca.
Find more great AMI Original Content on AMI+
Learn more at AMI.ca
Connect with Accessible Media Inc. online:
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Instagram @AccessibleMediaInc / @AMI-audio
Facebook at @AccessibleMediaInc
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Email [email protected]
...more
28min
February 21, 2025Accessible Tech and Travel - Friday February 21st, 2025
Find out what’s coming up on AMI-audio with hosts Jacob Shymanski and Grant Hardy on AMI Today!
What advice did the White House receive on Gaza and Ukraine? That’s coming up on The Washington Post and is presented today by Mike Ross. Plus, Shaun Preece brings us the latest accessible tech.
Why did Doug Ford sponsor a FOX News interview between Donald Trump and Elon Musk? Grant Hardy has the answer from an article airing on The Globe and Mail Today. And, Kelly and Company have accessible travel tips!
Highlights:
Show Intro (00:00)
The Washington Post with Mike Ross (1:07)
Double Tap with Shaun Preece (10:14)
The Globe and Mail Today with Grant Hardy (15:45)
Kelly and Company with Kelly MacDonald (20:34)
AMI Today airs weekdays on AMI-audio in Canada and streams on the Accessible Media Inc. YouTube Channel.
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About AMI
AMI is a media company that entertains, informs and empowers Canadians with disabilities through three broadcast services — AMI-tv and AMI-audio in English and AMI-télé in French — and streaming platform AMI+. Our vision is to establish AMI as a leader in the offering of accessible content, providing a voice for Canadians with disabilities through authentic storytelling, representation and positive portrayal. To learn more visit AMI.ca and AMItele.ca.
Find more great AMI Original Content on AMI+
Learn more at AMI.ca
Connect with Accessible Media Inc. online:
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Instagram @AccessibleMediaInc / @AMI-audio
Facebook at @AccessibleMediaInc
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Email [email protected]
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28min
February 20, 2025New iPhone 16E and the 4 Nations Face-off - Thursday February 20th, 2025
On AMI Today, hosts Jacob Shymanski and Grant Hardy invite other hosts form AMI-audio shows to tell them what’s coming up on the channel today!
Starting with an interesting Executive order from U.S. President Donald Trump regarding the cost of In Vitro Fertilization (IVF), Mike Ross previews what we can expect to hear on The Washington Post. Plus, Shaun Preece from Double Tap stops by to share the details on the new iPhone 16E, and swears he isn’t an Apple salesperson! And Jacob and Grant discuss the political undertones of the Canada vs. USA Four Nations Face-off Final happening tonight!
Highlights:
Show Intro (00:00)
The Washington Post with Mike Ross (00:47)
Double Tap with Shaun Preece (6:24)
The Globe and Mail Today with Grant Hardy (11:56)
Kelly and Company with Kelly MacDonald (17:08)
The 4 Nations Face-Off with Jacob and Grant (21:47)
AMI Today airs weekdays on AMI-audio in Canada and streams on the Accessible Media Inc. YouTube Channel.
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About AMI
AMI is a media company that entertains, informs and empowers Canadians with disabilities through three broadcast services — AMI-tv and AMI-audio in English and AMI-télé in French — and streaming platform AMI+. Our vision is to establish AMI as a leader in the offering of accessible content, providing a voice for Canadians with disabilities through authentic storytelling, representation and positive portrayal. To learn more visit AMI.ca and AMItele.ca.
Find more great AMI Original Content on AMI+
Learn more at AMI.ca
Connect with Accessible Media Inc. online:
X /Twitter @AccessibleMedia
Instagram @AccessibleMediaInc / @AMI-audio
Facebook at @AccessibleMediaInc
TikTok @AccessibleMediaInc
Email [email protected]
...more
29min
February 19, 2025Working from Home and Other Employment Trends - Wednesday February 19th, 2025
Jacob Shymanski and Grant Hardy host AMI Today and invite others hosts from AMI-audio to preview what’s coming up on the channel!
Mike Ross, the host of the Washington Post stops by to help clear up who is actually running the Department of Government Efficiency in the U.S. Plus, you’ll have to go listen to “The Upside Down Book” Voices of the Walrus podcast to make sense of the article that Amy Amantea brings to us today. And, how do people find a work-life balance while working from home? What are some of the most recent employment trends in Canada?
Highlights:
Show Intro (00:00)
The Washington Post with Mike Ross (1:56)
Double Tap with Shaun Preece (9:05)
Voices of the Walrus with Amy Amantea (13:46)
The Globe and Mail with Grant Hardy (19:29)
Kelly and Company with Kelly MacDonald (23:26)
AMI Today airs weekdays on AMI-audio in Canada and streams on the Accessible Media Inc. YouTube Channel.
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About AMI
AMI is a media company that entertains, informs and empowers Canadians with disabilities through three broadcast services — AMI-tv and AMI-audio in English and AMI-télé in French — and streaming platform AMI+. Our vision is to establish AMI as a leader in the offering of accessible content, providing a voice for Canadians with disabilities through authentic storytelling, representation and positive portrayal. To learn more visit AMI.ca and AMItele.ca.
Find more great AMI Original Content on AMI+
Learn more at AMI.ca
Connect with Accessible Media Inc. online:
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Instagram @AccessibleMediaInc / @AMI-audio
Facebook at @AccessibleMediaInc
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Email [email protected]
...more
27min
February 18, 2025Assistive Technology at CSUN and in Vancouver - Tuesday February 18th, 2025
Join Jacob Shymanski and his new friend and co-host Grant Hardy on AMI Today to find out what’s coming up on AMI-audio!
Hear the newest headlines from reading shows like The Globe and Mail Today and the Washington Post! Plus, tech news from Double Tap and Kelly and Company!
Highlights:
Show Intro (00:00)
DOGE’s request for IRA access with Mike Ross (1:51)
Double Tap at CSUN with Steven Scott (8:00)
Memoirs are underappreciated with Amy Amantea (14:19)
Delta Plane Crash at Pearson Airport with Grant Hardy (19:50)
Canadian Assistive Technology with Kelly MacDonald (22:42)
AMI Today airs weekdays on AMI-audio in Canada and streams on the Accessible Media Inc. YouTube Channel.
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About AMI
AMI is a media company that entertains, informs and empowers Canadians with disabilities through three broadcast services — AMI-tv and AMI-audio in English and AMI-télé in French — and streaming platform AMI+. Our vision is to establish AMI as a leader in the offering of accessible content, providing a voice for Canadians with disabilities through authentic storytelling, representation and positive portrayal. To learn more visit AMI.ca and AMItele.ca.
Find more great AMI Original Content on AMI+
Learn more at AMI.ca
Connect with Accessible Media Inc. online:
X /Twitter @AccessibleMedia
Instagram @AccessibleMediaInc / @AMI-audio
Facebook at @AccessibleMediaInc
TikTok @AccessibleMediaInc
Email [email protected]
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28min
February 14, 2025Goodbye GST Break! - Friday February 14th, 2025
Find out what’s coming up on AMI-audio shows like Double Tap, Kelly and Company, and a variety of reading shows! Right here on AMI Today with host Jacob Shymanski!
The federal GST break is coming to an end, but which industry will notice it the most? Plus, ask the team at Double Tap anything on their special edition of Double Tap today. And, Kelly MacDonald is teasing a special announcement on his show Kelly and Company today!
Highlights:
Show Intro (00:00)
The Globe and Mail with Corinne Van Dusen (1:01)
Double Tap with Steven Scott (7:44)
Washington Post with Jacob Shymanski (13:55)
Kelly and Company with Kelly MacDonald (17:28)
Digest Review with Grant Hardy (22:02)
AMI Today airs weekdays on AMI-audio in Canada and streams on the Accessible Media Inc. YouTube Channel.
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About AMI
AMI is a media company that entertains, informs and empowers Canadians with disabilities through three broadcast services — AMI-tv and AMI-audio in English and AMI-télé in French — and streaming platform AMI+. Our vision is to establish AMI as a leader in the offering of accessible content, providing a voice for Canadians with disabilities through authentic storytelling, representation and positive portrayal. To learn more visit AMI.ca and AMItele.ca.
Find more great AMI Original Content on AMI+
Learn more at AMI.ca
Connect with Accessible Media Inc. online:
X /Twitter @AccessibleMedia
Instagram @AccessibleMediaInc / @AMI-audio
Facebook at @AccessibleMediaInc
TikTok @AccessibleMediaInc
Email [email protected]
...more
28min
February 13, 2025Severance & Work-Life Balance - Thursday February 13th, 2025
Host Jacob Shymanski spends time with other hosts of AMI-audio shows to find out what’s coming up on the channel.
The show Severance features a group of employees who have no memory of their work life once they leave the office. How far would some of our hosts go to separate their work life and personal life? Plus, is your Outlook email messy? So is Shaun Preece’s. The Double Tap team shares what they talked about on their popular accessible tech show.
Highlights:
Show Intro (00:00)
The Globe and Mail with Corinne Van Dusen (00:57)
Double Tap with Shaun Preece (8:35)
Washington Post with Jacob Shymanski (13:18)
Kelly and Company with Kelly MacDonald (15:28)
Digest Review with Grant Hardy (22:15)
AMI Today airs weekdays on AMI-audio in Canada and streams on the Accessible Media Inc. YouTube Channel.
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About AMI
AMI is a media company that entertains, informs and empowers Canadians with disabilities through three broadcast services — AMI-tv and AMI-audio in English and AMI-télé in French — and streaming platform AMI+. Our vision is to establish AMI as a leader in the offering of accessible content, providing a voice for Canadians with disabilities through authentic storytelling, representation and positive portrayal. To learn more visit AMI.ca and AMItele.ca.
Find more great AMI Original Content on AMI+
Learn more at AMI.ca
Connect with Accessible Media Inc. online:
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Instagram @AccessibleMediaInc / @AMI-audio
Facebook at @AccessibleMediaInc
TikTok @AccessibleMediaInc
Email [email protected]
...more
28min
February 12, 2025The Digest - Wednesday February 12th, 2025
Host Jacob Shymanski is here to preview what’s coming up on AMI-audio! He invites hosts from other shows on AMI-audio to join him on the show to provide a sneak peek of their upcoming show.
Highlights:
Show Intro (00:00)
The Globe and Mail Today with Corinne Van Dusen (00:58)
Double Tap with Shaun Preece (5:10)
The Washington Post with Jacob Shymanski (10:43)
Voices of The Walrus with Amy Amantea (12:52)
Kelly and Company with Kelly MacDonald (18:40)
Digest Review with Grant Hardy (23:49)
AMI Today airs weekdays on AMI-audio in Canada and streams on the Accessible Media Inc. YouTube Channel.
Follow AMI Today on YouTube
About AMI
AMI is a media company that entertains, informs and empowers Canadians with disabilities through three broadcast services — AMI-tv and AMI-audio in English and AMI-télé in French — and streaming platform AMI+. Our vision is to establish AMI as a leader in the offering of accessible content, providing a voice for Canadians with disabilities through authentic storytelling, representation and positive portrayal. To learn more visit AMI.ca and AMItele.ca.
Find more great AMI Original Content on AMI+
Learn more at AMI.ca
Connect with Accessible Media Inc. online:
X /Twitter @AccessibleMedia
Instagram @AccessibleMediaInc / @AMI-audio
Facebook at @AccessibleMediaInc
TikTok @AccessibleMediaInc
Email [email protected]
...more
29min

FAQs about AMI Today:

How many episodes does AMI Today have?

The podcast currently has 234 episodes available.