Episodes
Season IV: Episode XII: June 4th, 2011
In spite of more than a decade of efforts, hunger around the world is on the rise. From June 11th to 14th, McMaster University will host a conference on food security, hunger, and health with Dr. Swaminathan, the former Indian minister of agriculture who helped lift millions of people out of hunger. Dr. Rama Singh tells us about the conference. Then our panel discusses gender and justice: should parents keep their children's genders a secret, and should chain gangs line Ontario's highways? But first, blaming the victim: after a Toronto cop warned women fearing sexual violence not to dress "like sluts," outraged people across the world are reclaiming the word "slut." We speak with two planners who are organizing SlutWalk Hamilton.
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Season IV: Episode X: May 7th, 2011
With the surge of Bollywood's popularity has come a parallel intrigue in Indian culture and music. This week, we'll speak with Neeraj Prem. He is a Classical Indian musician and plays the sitar. Last Monday also saw a surge of the NDP's popularity; who could have expected the results of the 41st general election? We'll ask our roundtable whether it's time to follow suit with the Tories and unite the left. But first, should we violate the sovereignty of other countries when their governments fail to protect or outright abuse their citizens? Set in the context of Libya, we ask Ken Stone why he wants to stop the wars.
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Season IV: Episode IV: April 30th, 2011
Tired of the election? Why not mosey on down to the Artword Artbar and order an Artbeer? Artbar owners Ron and Judith Weihs reflect on their investments in the Toronto and Hamilton art communities. Today's roundtable with realtor Judy Marsales and environmentalist Julia Kollek discusses the federal election. Looming large is the possibility of an NDP official opposition - and if Mr. Harper does not get his coveted majority, a possible Prime Minister Layton. We'll have Judy and Julia's thoughts on those possibilities. But first, what's more frightening than a Harper majority? Haunted Hamilton founders Dan and Steph Cumerlato present their new venture: the Museum of the Paranormal.
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Season IV: Episode VII: March 12th, 2011
Attack ads on attack ads, an election on ethics, Ford Nation, and outsourcing controversy: this week's policy roundtable is set for fireworks. Cap it all off with candid reflections by former Mayor Fred Eisenberger, and this episode of The Forum is one you should be sure not to miss! Grant Head Starts us off with reasons for adaptive re-use: it just makes plain economic sense.
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Season IV: Episode VI: March 5th, 2011
The marketplace for stories and ideas is live from the market! Visit us in the Hamilton Farmers' Market on Saturday at 11am for a public roundtable on the myths and reputations of Hamilton. They say ours is a dirty, impoverished, and boring city, but tell us what you think! And special guests John Dolbec and Judy Marsales share their visions for Hamilton. Dolbec is the former CEO of the Hamilton Chamber of Commerce and Marsales is a former Hamilton MP. They share their stories of how they continue to contribute to the economy and politics of our community.
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Season IV: Episode V: February 26th, 2011
Is Hamilton an inclusive city? Is it a safe space for disagreement? When George Galloway visited McMaster, he and hundreds of guests were greeted by armed guards. When Dr. Norman Finkelstein was scheduled to speak at Mohawk, the event organizers were forced to change the venue. Since when was Canada a place where controversial opinions meant threats to security? We ask our community roundtable. And since when could an environmentalist be elected to City Council in Hamilton? We ask Hamilton's new councillor for Ward 11, Brenda Johnson. But first we check in with a few corners of the city to put Hamilton in Focus.
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Season IV: Episode IV: February 5th, 2011
Egypt is in the throes of revolution, and Economics Professor Atif Kubursi, formerly with the United Nations in Lebanon, explains its significance for the country, the region, and the world. Canada is also in throes: the throes of anticipation over a looming election. Which issues are likely to dominate the agenda, and which should? Our roundtable considers that and a controversial school for low-income students in Niagara. And if you're looking to escape all of this political tension, then you could climb to safety with this week's community profile: it's a youth engagement program, The Beanstalk Project.
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Season IV: Episode III: January 29th, 2011
Black history in Hamilton celebrates two very special anniversaries this year: 175 years of the Stewart Memorial Church and 15 years of the Rev. John C. Holland awards. Evelyn Myrie, chair of Hamilton's Black History Month committee, reflects on the legacy of the church and the man who led it. Also this week we try to move beyond the rhetoric to address some of the serious obstacles to poverty reduction in Hamilton. But first, is it political correctness, or sexual exploitation? Quarter to Nine Productions presents David Mamet's play Oleanna on stage at Hamilton's Staircase Theatre.
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Season IV: Episode II: January 22nd, 2011
Let's talk about stress! Admittedly, not as exciting as Salt n Pepa's subject matter... Join our community roundtable as we discuss the causes, effects, and solutions to stress. Is stress making us worse friends and lovers, rushed, rude, and anxious, and unhappy with our lives? Students at McMaster University know what stress means, and on January 24th twelve of them will embark on six-weeks of intensive business competition: the MARS Apprentice.
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Season IV: Episode I: January 15th, 2011
From underdog to pit-bull: WIND Mobile is poised to revolutionize the telecom market in Canada. Everyone wants a cheaper phone bill, but at what cost? Our economy roundtable explores issues of foreign ownership and investment. But as money pours in are people being shut out? Cuts to settlement services across the Province are raising eyebrows about Canada's commitment to immigration. But first, bringing local food to local eaters: how poverty, transit, and farmers connect.
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Highlights from Previous shows
Professor Atif Kubursi
Department of Economics, McMaster University
"Bread in Egypt is called life...these people feel that they've been denied political voice; they've been denied opportunities; they've been denied even bread! And in many respects, these people have come to say 'enough is enough, we want bread with dignity, we want participation, we want an openness of the system – the dictator must go.' And they voted with their lives, and their childrens' lives"
Fred Eisenberger
Former mayor of Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
"I said right from the very beginning that it should not have been all about the Tiger Cats. There was more to this – for the City – than just the football team. I understand the emotion and share the emotion in terms of the longevity of the team. I think in real terms that they're not an economic engine for the City of Hamilton by any stretch, but they are an emotional tie that can't be and shouldn't be denied...but it has to be a two-way street."
Elizabeth May
Leader, Green Party of Canada
"I thought it was fascinating that at a time when the people of Afghanistan are actually in a situation where their local security issues are of immediate concern…there had been the time and the interest [by the Pentagon] to devote resources to figuring out what the mineral resources are in the country."
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