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Kelly and Company

1,771 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 3 years ago - ★★★ - 2 ratings

Kelly and Company is AMI-audio’s daily live afternoon program. Listen for interviews and discussion about arts, entertainment and lifestyle information directly affecting the blind and partially sighted community. Contributors from across the country share information on everything from parenting and finance to fashion and gaming. Plus, catch live performances from Canadian musicians, comedians and actors.

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Episodes

Full Show - Episode 1040

March 18, 2021 20:15 - 1 hour - 94.3 MB

In part three of our exploration of mental wellness apps with Michael Feir, it's time to take a deep dive into Headspace. Spring is just around the corner, so let’s talk about what we’re planning to put into our gardens this year with Susan Kerney. What characteristics do resilient people have? What can we learn from them to build a positive mindset? We chat about this with self-described Resilience Explorer and host of the Resilient People podcast, Janet Fanaki. Southern Ontario Community Re...

Roundtable - Mark Phoenix

March 18, 2021 20:11 - 19 minutes - 17.9 MB

AMI Editor Mark Phoenix joins us on this week’s Roundtable conversation.

Experiences of blind women around the world

March 18, 2021 20:10 - 14 minutes - 13.7 MB

On Curious Minds, Christine Malec highlights experiences of blind women around the world, as we continue to honor International Women’s Day.

Community Report - Annette Dennis - Southern Ontario

March 18, 2021 20:09 - 12 minutes - 11.8 MB

Southern Ontario Community Reporter Annette Dennis details the 2021 Easter Seals Disability Film Challenge.

What characteristics do resilient people have?

March 18, 2021 19:52 - 13 minutes - 12 MB

What characteristics do resilient people have? What can we learn from them to build a positive mindset? We chat about this with self-described Resilience Explorer and host of the Resilient People podcast, Janet Fanaki.

What should we plant in our gardens this year?

March 18, 2021 19:49 - 15 minutes - 14.2 MB

Spring is just around the corner, so let’s talk about what we’re planning to put into our gardens this year with Susan Kerney.

Mental wellness app - Headspace

March 18, 2021 19:49 - 14 minutes - 13.5 MB

In part three of our exploration of mental wellness apps with Michael Feir, it's time to take a deep dive into Headspace.

Full Show - Episode 1039

March 17, 2021 20:30 - 1 hour - 95.2 MB

Why are countries halting the AstraZeneca shot? Jeff Ryman explains in his health headlines. Margrett Weldon brings us In The Know about requirements regarding owning and operating Multi-tenant Homes, Rooming Houses, and Lodging-Houses. The Variety Club in Calgary is introducing what they’re calling a one of a kind sport adaption. Jim Krysko has the story. Are you looking for some fun with letters? Dave and Debbie walk us through accessible word game options for blind and low vision players. ...

Making spring cleaning more accessible

March 17, 2021 20:26 - 17 minutes - 16.3 MB

We cover getting started with Spring cleaning with Leanne Baarda.

Accessible word game options for blind and low vision players

March 17, 2021 20:24 - 15 minutes - 14 MB

Are you looking for some fun with letters? Dave and Debbie walk us through accessible word game options for blind and low vision players.

Buzz with Bill: March 17, 2021

March 17, 2021 20:23 - 13 minutes - 12.1 MB

It’s the Wednesday edition of Buzz With Bill with Producer Bill Shackleton!

New one of a kind sport adaption

March 17, 2021 20:21 - 13 minutes - 12.1 MB

The Variety Club in Calgary is introducing what they’re calling a one of a kind sport adaption. Jim Krysko has the story.

Proper landlord requirements

March 17, 2021 20:20 - 14 minutes - 13 MB

Margrett Weldon brings us In The Know about requirements regarding owning and operating Multi-tenant Homes, Rooming Houses, and Lodging-Houses.

Why are countries halting the AstraZeneca shot?

March 17, 2021 20:18 - 15 minutes - 14.2 MB

Why are countries halting the AstraZeneca shot? Jeff Ryman explains in his health headlines.

Full Show - Episode 1038

March 16, 2021 20:31 - 1 hour - 94.8 MB

Should exotic pets like birds, reptiles, bunnies and guinea pigs get spayed and neutered? We discuss with Vet Danielle Jongkind. What fats are essential to our health, and what fats do we need to consume in moderation? Nutritionist Julia Karantjas gives us the scoop. We get into a little bit of Blue Jays and March Madness talk as we welcome in Dan Shulman of Sportsnet and ESPN. We’ll pick his brain on the Jays new additions as well as some major storylines heading into March Madness. Edmonton...

Voices: Frances Wong

March 16, 2021 20:27 - 17 minutes - 16.2 MB

Wellness Contributor Frances Wong joins us on our monthly Voices segment, where we discover her passions and interests.

New group for disabled artists

March 16, 2021 20:26 - 15 minutes - 14.3 MB

Freelance journalist Meagan Gillmore stops by to talk about The Disability Collective, a new group for disabled artists.

March Madness preview with Dan Shulman

March 16, 2021 20:21 - 13 minutes - 12.4 MB

We get into a little bit of Blue Jays and March Madness talk as we welcome in Dan Shulman of Sportsnet and ESPN. We’ll pick his brain on the Jays new additions as well as some major storylines heading into March Madness.

What fats are essential to our health?

March 16, 2021 20:18 - 14 minutes - 13.6 MB

What fats are essential to our health, and what fats do we need to consume in moderation? Nutritionist Julia Karantjas gives us the scoop.

Should exotic pets get spayed and neutered?

March 16, 2021 20:16 - 15 minutes - 13.8 MB

Should exotic pets like birds, reptiles, bunnies and guinea pigs get spayed and neutered? We discuss with Vet Danielle Jongkind.

Full Show - Episode 1037

March 15, 2021 20:35 - 1 hour - 94.8 MB

Michael Babcock has a list of accessible tech updates and announcements, including one from the CSun event! Who won the Tim Hortons Brier? Brock Richardson gives us the details in his sports report. We hear about very special project that our Halifax Reporter Laura Bain is working on. March is Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Month and joining us to chat more about this is Julian Uccello, former professional soccer player who’s promising international career was cut short by Multiple Sclerosis. W...

Do petitions actually achieve their goals?

March 15, 2021 20:31 - 17 minutes - 16 MB

Do petitions actually achieve their goals? Danielle McLaughlin chats about the effectiveness of petitions on Know Your Rights.

Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Month

March 15, 2021 20:30 - 16 minutes - 15.4 MB

March is Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Month and joining us to chat more about this is Julian Uccello, former professional soccer player who’s promising international career was cut short by Multiple Sclerosis. We hear his story and more about MS awareness month.

Buzz with Bill: March 15, 2021

March 15, 2021 20:29 - 14 minutes - 13 MB

It’s time for the Monday Buzz With Bill Shackleton!

Laura Bain's special project

March 15, 2021 20:12 - 12 minutes - 11.8 MB

We hear about very special project that our Halifax Reporter Laura Bain is working on.

Who won the Tim Hortons Brier?

March 15, 2021 19:51 - 15 minutes - 14.1 MB

Who won the Tim Hortons Brier? Brock Richardson gives us the details in his sports report.

Accessible tech updates and announcements

March 15, 2021 19:50 - 14 minutes - 13.7 MB

Michael Babcock has a list of accessible tech updates and announcements, including one from the CSun event!

Full Show - Episode 1036

March 12, 2021 21:53 - 1 hour - 95.5 MB

What do you remember most about the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic? Jeff Ryman leads this discussion in his lifestyle report. Alphabet’s Project Wolverine will isolate a person’s voice in a crowd. John Biehler lets us know how this works. Guide Dog schools in Ontario are assuring people that pandemic puppies will be ready for work. Karen Magee discusses the implications. Ryan Hooey lets us in on great Audiobook news, including Audible’s ask to get active while listening to books in March....

Getting active while listening to audiobooks

March 12, 2021 21:38 - 15 minutes - 13.8 MB

Ryan Hooey lets us in on great Audiobook news, including Audible’s ask to get active while listening to books in March.

Buzz with Bill: March 12, 2021

March 12, 2021 21:36 - 13 minutes - 12.1 MB

Bill Shackleton joins us for the Friday Buzz with Bill.

Pandemic guide puppies good to go amid pandemic

March 12, 2021 21:35 - 12 minutes - 11.1 MB

Guide Dog schools in Ontario are assuring people that pandemic puppies will be ready for work. Karen Magee discusses the implications.

New voice recognition tech

March 12, 2021 21:32 - 15 minutes - 14.5 MB

Alphabet’s Project Wolverine will isolate a person’s voice in a crowd. John Biehler lets us know how this works.

What do you remember most about the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic?

March 12, 2021 21:31 - 14 minutes - 13.5 MB

What do you remember most about the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic? Jeff Ryman leads this discussion in his lifestyle report.

Full Show - Episode 1035

March 11, 2021 21:14 - 1 hour - 94.7 MB

Michael Feir highlights the Shine app, created by two American women of African and Asian heritage, focusing on mental health. Fern Lulham lets us in on some of her experiences interviewing for jobs, and the kinds of stress she faced when going through them. The secret is out! Toys"R"Us Canada is thrilled to announce 12 year-old Aiden Hepburn as their new Chief Play Officer. We chat with Aiden to get his thoughts on his amazing new position! COVID-19 Vaccinations are now available in Montreal...

Roundtable - Becki Zerr

March 11, 2021 21:09 - 18 minutes - 17 MB

Today’s guest for our weekly Roundtable conversation is Becki Zerr from Regina.

What in the World: March 11, 2021

March 11, 2021 21:08 - 14 minutes - 13.6 MB

We flip through quirky stories from around the globe on What in the World, with Jeff Ryman.

Community Report - Nick D'Ambrosio - Montreal

March 11, 2021 20:40 - 13 minutes - 12.6 MB

COVID-19 Vaccinations are now available in Montreal for particular sectors of the public. Community Reporter Nick D’Ambrosio has the updates.

Meeting Toys"R"Us Canada's new Chief Play Officer

March 11, 2021 20:38 - 11 minutes - 10.8 MB

The secret is out! Toys"R"Us Canada is thrilled to announce 12 year-old Aiden Hepburn as their new Chief Play Officer. We chat with Aiden to get his thoughts on his amazing new position!

Dealing with stress of a job interview

March 11, 2021 20:36 - 14 minutes - 13.7 MB

Fern Lulham lets us in on some of her experiences interviewing for jobs, and the kinds of stress she faced when going through them.

App that focuses on mental health

March 11, 2021 20:35 - 15 minutes - 14.5 MB

Michael Feir highlights the Shine app, created by two American women of African and Asian heritage, focusing on mental health.

Full Show - Episode 1035

March 10, 2021 21:32 - 1 hour - 93.7 MB

Fully vaccinated Americans can gather with other vaccinated people indoors without wearing a mask or social distancing. Jeff Ryman has more on this in his health headlines. On our TV Talk, Greg David delves into the world beyond basic cable, and runs us down the variety of streaming services out there. The Bus Stop Theatre in Halifax is offering a new grant open to BIPOC artists and artists living with disabilities. Ryan Delehanty shares more. On our Health check-in with Leslie Depoe, we’re c...

Recipes for snacks that will satisfy the whole family

March 10, 2021 21:21 - 9 minutes - 8.82 MB

Mary Mammoliti shares recipes for snacks that will satisfy the whole family, and tosses in a few home grown Canadian treats.

Answering burning questions about COVID-19 vaccines

March 10, 2021 21:20 - 34 minutes - 31.7 MB

On our Health check-in with Leslie Depoe, we’re chatting about COVID-19 vaccines; she answers all our burning questions.

Buzz with Bill: March 10, 2021

March 10, 2021 21:19 - 4 minutes - 4.31 MB

It’s the Wednesday edition of Buzz With Bill with Producer Bill Shackleton!

Supporting BIPOC artists and artists living with disabilities in Halifax

March 10, 2021 21:19 - 1 hour - 35.7 MB

The Bus Stop Theatre in Halifax is offering a new grant open to BIPOC artists and artists living with disabilities. Ryan Delehanty shares more.

Exploring the world of streaming services

March 10, 2021 21:18 - 1 hour - 33.1 MB

On our TV Talk, Greg David delves into the world beyond basic cable, and runs us down the variety of streaming services out there.

New CDC guidelines for vaccinated people

March 10, 2021 21:17 - 1 hour - 81.7 MB

Fully vaccinated Americans can gather with other vaccinated people indoors without wearing a mask or social distancing. Jeff Ryman has more on this in his health headlines.

Full Show - Episode 1033

March 09, 2021 21:36 - 1 hour - 94.1 MB

Do Vets have an overall view on whether we should declaw our cats? We talk about it with Dr. Danielle Jongkind. On our Wellness segment, we chat about the reasons behind needing proper sleep, with Frances Wong. March is Easter Seals Month and we tell you about some upcoming events and fundraisers going on with Easter Seals Ontario CEO, Kevin Collins! Community Reporter Anthony Hodgetts highlights the ninth annual Calgary Zoo King Penguin Walk. Keya Osborne covers hat trends for 2021, and brin...

Collections: David Dennis' diecast cars

March 09, 2021 21:31 - 17 minutes - 16.3 MB

David Dennis lets us into his giant collection of diecast cars!

Hat trends of 2021

March 09, 2021 21:29 - 16 minutes - 15.2 MB

Keya Osborne covers hat trends for 2021, and brings us up to speed on hat fashion history.