Zoomer Week In Review

This month’s weather may be deceptive, but the winter is coming and hundreds of thousands of Zoomers are getting set to head south to avoid it. But do you have travel insurance that covers all the bases? Libby is joined by Stacy Hughes-Brookes from RBC to get all the details. And – From the dawn of time to the present, across all cultures and religions, humans have rituals relating to the care of the dead. Libby is joined by Thomas Lacquer, this year’s winner of the Cundill Prize in Historical Literature, for his book, The Work of the Dead: A Cultural History of Mortal Remains.

2016 marks the 60th anniversary of the Hungarian Revolution, which led to mass emigration, with thousands of Hungarians resettling in Canada. Anna Porter, born Anna Szigethy, was a key figure in Canadian publishing for decades and was part of the exodus as a small child. She joins Libby to talk about it. And – The US election is just days away. Libby speaks with Vanessa Williamson a fellow at the Brookings Institute in New York, about the role Zoomers play in selecting the next American President.

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At the recent Toronto Scotiabank Marathon, an 85 year old man smashed a world record by 40 minutes. Ed Whitlock joins Libby to talk about it. And – Everything in our lives has been designed by someone, so why not apply that thinking to our own lives? Stanford professors Dave Evans and Bill Burnett have written a book, Designing Our Lives, about that very topic. They join Libby to explain what all that entails.

Bob Komsic fills in for Libby Znaimer. The reason Libby is off, is she was preparing for the world premiere of her Documentary – Cancer Saved My Life. She joined Bob in studio to talk about it. And – Health Quality Ontario released a new report called Measuring Up 2016 on the state of health care in this province. Bob talked to the organization’s president and CEO, Dr. Joshua Tepper, about this report’s findings.

Bob Komsic fills in for Libby Znaimer. We all think we know who the real Pierre Trudeau was…but a book written by a Trent University Professor purports to tell the REAL story of Trudeaumania. Bob talks about it with author of Trudeaumania, Robert Wright. And – October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Bob is joined by Susan Flynn from the Canadian Cancer Society to talk about the latest facts, figures, and things you can do to limit the damage.

Many Zoomers are living off their investments, but did you know, right now, financial advisors are not obliged to work in their clients’ best interests? Maureen Jensen, the Chair of the Ontario Securities Commission wants that to change and she joins Libby to talk about it. And – One of the oft-heard voices around the Zoomerplex is leaving for Los Angeles – Zoomer Radio’s VP of Programming, who listeners will know from the New Classical FM – John Van Driel joins Libby in studio to reflect on the last 33 years and to talk about what awaits him down south in California.

A Toronto Pharmacist has won an international prize for his research on personalizing medication. John Papastergiou joins Libby in studio to talk about it. And – A 55 year old Peterborough woman who dreamt of becoming a police officer is taking the Toronto Police Service to the Human Rights Tribunal because she says she was rejected due to her age. Therese Doherty joins Libby to talk about it.

A Toronto Pharmacist has won an international prize for his research on personalizing medication. John Papastergiou joins Libby in studio to talk about it. And – A 55 year old Peterborough woman who dreamt of becoming a police officer is taking the Toronto Police Service to the Human Rights Tribunal because she says she was rejected due to her age. Therese Doherty joins Libby to talk about it.

Gender equality remains an issue on the jobs front, and it’s perhaps nowhere more obvious than in the world of entertainment. Award winning filmmaker April Mullen will joins Libby in studio to talk about it. And – The provincial Liberals promised free Shingles vaccination shots when the budget was released – but that was 6 months ago, and they are still not available. Libby talks with PC Health Care critic Jeff Yurek about it.

A small town mayor says he has been handed a death sentence by the government after learning OHIP won’t help pay for surgery that could help extend his life. Trent Hills Mayor Hector MacMillan joins Libby to talk about it. And – If you’re over 45 years old and living in Canada, chances are that you, or someone you know, looks after a friend or family member as an informal caregiver. But being a caregiver is very difficult and supports are few and far between. CARP COO and VP of Advocacy Wanda Morris talks to Libby about CARP’s new campaign to lobby for more help from the federal government.

On this edition of ZWIR Connie Diletti discusses her new film Corpus and more.

On this inaugural edition of ZWIR, Libby Znaimer will speak to Chef Lidia Bastianich about the importance of food and slowing down to enjoy it. She'll also be joined by Dr. Arlene Bronzaft who will discuss how too much noise can be bad for your health.

Libby is joined by General Richard Rohmer to discuss Remembrance Day, Ross Mayot shares news about CARP and special feature on Belva Davis.

Libby is joined by David Cravit to talk about boomers staying in the workforce, John Thornton drops by to discuss the conference "Opening the Closet on Aging." Plus new music from Leonard Cohen.

Host Libby Znaimer is joined by Claudio Salmoso to talk about post-Berlusconi Italy, Dr. Malcom Moore discusses CCO's new drug system and David Bale reports on books.

Libby is joined by CARP's Susan Eng and Eric Vengroff, Darrin Maharaj visits the "Timeless" exhibit and more.

On this Edition of The Zoomer Week in Review:Sugar! It's everywhere! And while some of the sugar in our food is obvious, a large amount is hidden behind complicated names on the ingredient list. It's an issue Health Canada is taking on and soon new food labeling laws will make all the sugar in our food much easier to identify. Today we'll get the sweet and lowdown from nutritionist Rosie Schwartz.Plus, are high gas prices and expensive airline tickets holding you back from planning the ultimate summer vacation? Well, you don't have break the bank, or go very far to enjoy a great holiday. Chris Robinson from AM 740's Chris Robinson Travel show will share some great local travel tips!

It's the height of the holiday season and for most of us that means spend, spend, spend - on gifts, entertaining, and also for charity. This episode has it all covered. Greg Thompson and Patrick Johnston, two leading experts from the non-profit world tell us how to make sure our charitable dollars go as far they can. Libby is also be joined by Zoomer Magazine's Thrift Columnist Jane MacDougall , she has rules for re-gifting and advice on how to prevent blowing your budget. And Canada's only master Sommelier John Szabo drops by with his wine recommendations for Christmas Dinner and New Years Eve!