Since 1951 Henrietta Lacks's "immortal" cells were used in countless medical innovations -- now a court case sets the record straight; Q: How to recruit students to less glamourous courses? A: posters.

Metro Morning Podcast 08.04 2023

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Today we did a deep dive into the encampment at University of Toronto, host David Common spoke to university president Meric Gertler about the university's offer and what they were willing, and unwilling to do. And he spoke to Erin Mackey from U of T Occupy for Palestine about the protesters demands and how far they will go to make their point.

Friday, May 24: U of T encampment at a tipping point

David Common talks Hot Docs and how their dire situation is forcing a (temporary) closure. And a new approach to supporting the homeless in Pickering uses farm work to build people's self-esteem. And David gets to taste food guide Suresh Doss' favourite homemade dessert when his mom joins him in the studio.

May 23: Hot takes

David Common speaks to a woman in a wheelchair who went viral after being carried down an Air Canada plane's stairs in a removable seat weeks after the federal government held an accessibility conference.Boatimg safety is on everyone's minds after a tragic accident on a cottage lake. And a conversation with Jon Allen, a former diplomat to Israel about a proposed two-state solution.

Wednesday, May 22: Safety measures

David Common talks to a GTA couple who are in Cannes with their toddler presenting two movies, but they say they aren't glamorous. And did you know that the Downsview area is going to be transformed? The project is as large as the city's downtown and the project manager gives some perspective on the massive change about to happen. 

Tuesday, May 21: View from the red carpet

It's the cottage and summer classic, and possibly Canada's greatest contribution to world cuisine. Nik Manojlovich explains his quest for the perfect butter tart and host David Common takes on the raisin haters. 

Metro Morning Podcast 08.04 2023

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