Seg 1: Is atheism a religion?
There are over 10,000 religions across the world with their own iconography, creed, ritual, worship, prayer, and community, establishing distinct boundaries. Major faiths like Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, and Buddhism are well-known, yet there are significant followings of lesser-known folk or tribal faiths, including Atheism.
Guest: Jonny Thomson, Philosopher and Writer for Big Think
Seg 2: Scotts Thought’s: Is your emergency kit ready
Is your emergency kit up to par for the cold weather and snow that is set to hit BC over the next few days?
Guest: Scott Shantz, Contributor for Mornings with Simi
Seg 3: View From Victoria:
David Eby’s first news conference of the year focused on cancer care after ending last year by branding wait times for cancer care in BC under his government as “unacceptable.” The Vancouver Sun's Vaughn Palmer is here with his take on the day's headlines.
Seg 4: Is BC’s HPV self-screening program placing undue responsibility on women?
Beginning January 29th, B.C. will introduce a new self-screening method for cervical cancer. Women aged 25-69 will have access to free HPV tests.
Guest: Dr. Nancy Durand, Associate Professor of Obstetrics and Gynaecology at the University Of Toronto and Medical Collaborator with HPV Global Action
Seg 5: Forget Pickleball, THIS is the new sport that’s sweeping the nation.
There is a new sport taking over the lives of Canadians, and it’s not a new game but an old one.
Guest: Sebastian Giannino, Executive team, Cornhole Canada.
Seg 6: How should British Columbians navigate extreme weather?
BC is cautioning residents about severe winter conditions, including dangerous roads, freezing temperatures, and increased avalanche risks. The Ministry of Emergency Management urged drivers to prepare for changing road conditions and advised against unnecessary travel in adverse weather.
Guest: Dr. Gordon Lovegrove, Associate Professor of Civil Engineering and Principal Investigator of the SMARTer Growth Partnership at the University of British Columbia Okanagan
Seg 7: Why did BC launch the cervix self-screening program?
Beginning January 29th, B.C. will introduce a new self-screening method for cervical cancer. Women aged 25-69 will have access to free HPV tests.
Guest: Adrian Dix, BC’s Minister of Health
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