Parhaat Closer Look Podcastit (2025)

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Money questions? The Wealthy Barber still has all the answers you need 28:24

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Send us a text Ironically enough, David Chilton did something he would never advise a client to do: he cashed out his RRSPs early to help fund his dream. In his case, the dream was to write a book: The Wealthy Barber. Thankfully for him, the risk paid off — countless times over. Released 36 years ago, The Wealthy Barber helped a generation of reade…

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Freedom University continues educating undocumented students amid aggressive immigration crackdown; New comic tells the history of Black resistance 49:57

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It’s been 15 years since the Georgia Board of Regents adopted a policy that banned undocumented students from receiving in-state tuition rates, as well as banned them from attending the state's top five public universities. We hear from Dr. Emiko Soltis, the executive director of Freedom University, and Kathy, an undocumented student, about the uni…

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Is a Hwy. 401 tunnel even possible? The answer will cost taxpayers $9.1M 19:09

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Send us a text Premier Doug Ford has made no secret of his dream to build a massive tunnel underneath Highway 401. But is the idea even possible? We’re about to find out — at a hefty cost to taxpayers. The province confirmed this week it has awarded a $9.1-million contract to WSP Canada Inc. to conduct a detailed feasibility study. "Our government …

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This is what Mark Carney’s budget means for you 23:05

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Send us a text The Carney government tabled its first-ever budget this week — and like the recent federal election, the spectre of Donald Trump looms large over the entire thing. Although the U.S. President’s name doesn’t actually appear anywhere in the 493-page document, the budget lays out the Liberal government’s detailed plan to defend Canada f…

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In the fight against dementia, this will be a ‘transformational decade’ 32:30

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Send us a text Last week, Health Canada gave the green light to a long-awaited drug that slows the progression of early-stage Alzheimer’s disease. Lecanemab is the first approved medication that targets the buildup of amyloid plaque in the brain, believed to be an underlying cause of Alzheimer's. For patients and their loved ones across the country…

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Analysis of Georgia 2025 Elections; Hip-hop innovators OutKast to be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame 49:06

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Tuesday night’s elections in Georgia are among those that captured national attention. For the first time in nearly two decades, Democrats flipped two Republican held seats on the Georgia Public Service Commission. On today’s “Closer Look,” we speak to a roundtable of journalists and a political science professor who give their take on local and na…

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Should cigarette-style warning labels be mandatory on all alcohol? 34:16

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Send us a text Should alcohol bottles contain cancer warning labels? That controversial question was at the heart of a recent Senate debate over Bill S-202, which, if passed, would require liquor packaging in Canada to feature cigarette-style warnings. The Canadian Cancer Society says consuming approximately three drinks per day could double the ri…

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CARE’s Hurricane Melissa Response; Nonprofits expand food, job relief efforts amid government shutdown; “Natchez” examines dual perception of antebellum tourism 49:12

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Emergency relief and recovery efforts are underway in the Caribbean following widespread destruction of Hurricane Melissa. At least 67 people are dead, in addition to the billions of dollars in damages. One of the organizations on the ground providing aid is CARE, a global humanitarian nonprofit that's based in Atlanta. We hear from Jonathan Aroget…

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AI is going to steal your job — or set you up for a life of long weekends 20:54

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Send us a text Last week, Amazon announced the elimination of 14,000 jobs worldwide as the retail giant ramps up spending on artificial intelligence. "Some may ask why we're reducing roles when the company is performing well," wrote Beth Galetti, a senior vice-president at the company. "What we need to remember is that the world is changing quickly…

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Prostate cancer diagnosis furthers Atlanta man’s advocacy; Doctor continues to provide access to affordable healthcare in Clay County 48:15

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According to the American Cancer Society, prostate cancer is the most common cancer among men. Data also suggests there are huge racial disparities when it comes to prostate cancer diagnoses, treatment, and outcomes. “Closer Look” program host Rose Scott talks with Reggie Hicks, the executive producer of the documentary film and host of the podcast…

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OK Blue Jays, let’s…get this done and start celebrating 22:06

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Send us a text Will this be the night? The Toronto Blue Jays are one win away from their first World Series title in more than three decades, and they’re hosting Game 6 Friday night at Rogers Centre. Win, and they’re the champs. Lose, and it will all come down to Game 7 Saturday night. Whatever happens, this has already been a World Series for the …

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Action Pact agency to suspend food, educational services due to government shutdown; Bookstore in the back of a hearse delivers scary stories 50:05

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Action Pact is one of four Head Start programs affected by the federal government shutdown in Georgia. More than 500 children and their families in southeast Georgia rely on Action Pact for food, educational services, and employment resources. However, due to the halt in federal funds, Executive Director Diane Rogers says they’ll have to stop provi…

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What’s next for Canada Post? We’re starting to find out 15:16

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Send us a text “Canadians have changed the way they use the postal service, and we must change with them.” That was the message this week from Canada Post CEO Doug Ettinger, after dozens of managers were laid off as part of an ongoing overhaul at the Crown corporation — which has racked up massive annual losses since 2018 and needed a $1-billion fe…

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Local organizations on the dire need for food assistance; Atlanta leaders unite to defend DEI amid federal attacks 47:52

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Local organizations are urgently responding to help Georgians who will soon be without federal assistance for food. More than 1.4 million Georgians will lose their benefits when the nation’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program stops issuing funds this Saturday due to the ongoing federal government shutdown. “Closer Look” program host Rose Sco…

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Who is Pete Hoekstra, the Trump diplomat furious with Doug Ford? 18:55

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Send us a text Doug Ford’s anti-tariff commercial has stopped airing on U.S. networks, but the controversial ad is still getting plenty of attention. According to multiple reports published today, Donald Trump’s Ambassador to Canada was so furious over the ad that he angrily confronted Ontario’s representative to Washington at a Monday event. Pete …

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Reverend advocates to reshape how faith organizations respond to domestic violence; Congresswoman Nikema Williams on ending shutdown, funding SNAP program 51:34

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October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Data from the National Domestic Violence Hotline reveals, 1 in 4 women and 1 in 7 men aged 18 or older have experienced domestic violence. “Closer Look” program host Rose Scott talks with Reverend Raushanah N. Butler, a Doctor of Ministry student and the director of alumni engagement for the Ca…

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Deadline looms for grocery stores to start accepting your empties 12:58

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Send us a text Have you tried returning any empties lately? It’s not as easy as it used to be. Nearly 100 Beer Stores have permanently shut down since the Ford government expanded alcohol sales to corner stores and grocery stores, and more are expected to close in the coming months. But here’s the problem: although all grocery stores with a license…

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Georgia lawmaker calls for immediate action to help SNAP recipients; Human Rights Campaign doubles down on its mission; Remembering Henry County tennis coach Joeann Compton 50:00

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Nearly 1.4 million Georgians rely on monthly SNAP benefits. As the federal government shutdown continues, President Donald Trump says the government will not fund SNAP benefits beyond this month, nor reimburse states that cover the cost. Meanwhile, Georgia Governor Brian Kemp has also said the state is unable to do anything to help. Amid the unfold…

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Not just snowbirds — all Canadians travelling to U.S. will be photographed 23:21

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Send us a text Last week, we told you about a new rule impacting Canadian snowbirds: if you plan to stay in the U.S. for more than 30 days, prepare to be photographed and fingerprinted at the border. This week, another new rule that impacts all U.S.-bound travellers — not just snowbirds: the American government has announced plans to photograph eve…

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Moody's Analytics says Georgia nearing a recession 51:48

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While economists have not declared a nationwide recession, new research from Moody's Analytics reveals many states are experiencing or are on the brink of a recession. Georgia, 21 other states and the District of Columbia are all being flagged. “Closer Look” host Rose Scott talked with Moody's Analytics senior director, Adam Kamins. He talked more …

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Doug Ford finally gets Donald Trump’s attention 26:12

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Send us a text Doug Ford never did secure a one-on-one meeting with Donald Trump — but the U.S. president definitely knows who he is. In a fiery social media post late Thursday night, Trump abruptly cancelled all trade talks with Canada because of the Ontario government’s anti-tariff commercial featuring the voice of former U.S. President Ronald Re…

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Shonda Rhimes on her hope for the future of storytelling; Public Religion Research Institute’s survey on nation’s political divide; What’s ahead for ONE Musicfest 50:15

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On today’s “Closer Look with Rose Scott,” the Public Religion Research Institute is going beyond the protests and rhetoric to understand just how deep America’s political divides are. We discussed their 16th annual American Values Survey with PRRI CEO Melissa Deckman. Grey’s Anatomy, Scandal, How to Get Away with Murder, Private Practice, Bridgerto…

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Been duped by an online scam? There’s no shame in that 27:05

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Send us a text The Carney government is promising to create Canada’s first-ever national anti-fraud strategy, including a new financial crime agency aimed at cracking down on sophisticated scammers. Fraud has taken a massive toll on Canadians in recent years — not only on their wallets, but on their emotional well-being. According to the Canadian A…

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The risk of hospital closures in rural Georgia; SPIKE Studio inspiring next generation of architects, engineers, builders 50:06

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Once the One Big Beautiful Bill was signed into law, it triggered coverage cuts to Medicaid. For rural hospitals that treat large numbers of Medicaid recipients, that means less revenue. According to the Center for Healthcare Quality and Payment Reform, the loss of funds is putting as many as 20 rural hospitals at risk of closing in Georgia. Some h…

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Blue Jays are World Series-bound, but they’re not the only big winners 17:15

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Send us a text Big bats equal big bucks. The Blue Jays’ thrilling comeback victory in Game 7 of the ALCS didn’t just propel the team into the World Series. It set up the city of Toronto for a huge economic score. Hotels, restaurants, transit services and local tourist hot spots will rake in millions of dollars in extra revenue when fans flock to To…

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Journalist Asma Khalid on her new BBC show, MARTA Riders Speak Out, Fourth Annual CompassionCon 49:42

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Asma Khalid's personal philosophy towards journalism is to be fair. She's carried that philosophy through a long career as a journalist for NPR, and now as the co-host of "The Global Story" on the BBC. On her new program, she wants to show the ripple effect of American politics on the international community. On today's "Closer Look with Rose Scott…

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Spend your winters down south? Prepare to be fingerprinted at the border 21:30

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Send us a text Canadian snowbirds are starting to flock south for the winter — but many are getting quite the surprise when they reach the American border. U.S. officials have confirmed that anyone entering the country for more than 30 days, via land, must agree to be photographed and fingerprinted. The new regulations stem from U.S. President Dona…

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Atlanta Volunteer Lawyers Foundation grapples with federal funding cuts; Remembering NPR’s Susan Stamberg 50:29

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The Atlanta Volunteer Lawyers Foundation provides legal and other wraparound services to people facing stable housing challenges and intimate partner abuse. The Fulton County-based nonprofit, which places legal advocates and social workers in the courthouse and the communities to support survivors, has lost almost all its primary federal funding am…

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Ban speed cameras? Not so fast, protesters tell Doug Ford 19:24

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Send us a text Not so fast. That’s the message from a growing number of Ontarians trying hard to convince Premier Doug Ford to ditch his plan to outlaw speed cameras. Protesters in cities across the province rallied against Ford’s proposed speed camera ban on Monday morning, just as MPPs returned to Queen’s Park for a new legislative session. Ford …

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Times have changed, and our colleges and universities need to keep up 23:27

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Send us a text In the face of so much economic uncertainty, is it time to rethink how we deliver postsecondary education in Canada? A new report says yes — and that the necessary changes must be “urgent and coordinated.” Released this week by the Royal Bank of Canada, the report calls for a “postsecondary pivot” to advance national goals, including…

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National Center for Civil and Human Rights expansion highlights Atlanta’s influence 47:27

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The National Center for Civil and Human Rights has been closed since January 2025 for a major renovation that is nearly complete. The museum, which first opened in 2014, documents the stories of the civil rights movement and global human rights struggles. Now, the Atlanta-based cultural hub will include new east and west wings that house a café, se…

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Ontario school boards learn hard lesson on cybercrime 21:36

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Send us a text An American has been sentenced to four years in prison for a mass cyberattack that targeted school boards across Canada, including Ontario. Matthew D. Lane appeared in a Massachusetts court this week, where he pleaded guilty to charges relating to the cyber extortion of two companies. One was PowerSchool, a software and cloud storage…

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Survivor urges early breast cancer screening as cases rise among younger women; EATS set to close on Oct. 18 49:31

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Research shows breast cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in women in the U.S. Data also reveals that in a group of eight women, one will be diagnosed with breast cancer. Additionally, there’s been a growing increase in the number of younger women being diagnosed with breast cancer. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Pr…

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Why Doug Ford is spending $75M on U.S. ads starring Ronald Reagan 17:57

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Send us a text The Skipper and The Gipper? That’s one way of putting it. Ontario Premier Doug Ford is spending big bucks to try to convince Americans that tariffs aren’t the way to go — and he’s enlisting the unmistakable voice of former U.S. President Ronald Reagan to help in the fight. Ford revealed Tuesday that his government is launching a $75-…

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MSNBC Host Rachel Maddow reveals compelling moments of Andrew Young documentary; Interim MARTA CEO shares vision for transit system; Upcoming festival focuses on creating compassionate communities 49:00

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Civil rights champion Andrew Young has held many positions, including a U.S. congressman, ambassador, and Atlanta Mayor. He was also a top aide to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. His life’s story, in his own words, is the focus of a new documentary. It’s called “Andrew Young: The Dirty Work.” Ahead of the film’s debut on MSNBC this Friday, October 17, R…

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We followed the money paid out by Ford government’s $2.5B skills fund 25:43

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Send us a text Leafs tickets, a Parisian wedding, Rob Ford’s favourite nightclub owner — even Drake. This evolving story out of Queen’s Park has it all. Last week, Ontario’s auditor general had some scathing words for the Ford government’s $2.5-billion Skills Development Fund (SDF), which supports “innovative projects” aimed at hiring, training and…

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These are Canada’s most-wanted fugitives — and their new AI mugshots 25:50

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Send us a text Canada’s Bolo program — “Be on the Lookout” — has released its latest list of the country’s most-wanted fugitives. But if you scroll through the website, you’ll notice a modern twist to the mug shots: artificial intelligence was used to make the heads move and the eyes blink. The list of 25 fugitives includes alleged murderers, drug …

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Kate Middleton is right — screen time is ruining our kids 27:07

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Send us a text The Princess of Wales has added her prominent voice to the urgent discussion around kids and their cellphones. In an essay co-authored by a Harvard Medical School professor, Kate warns that smartphones and other digital devices are responsible for an “epidemic of disconnection” that threatens the development of young children. “We’re…

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‘I have to do better,’ says NDP leader Marit Stiles 25:27

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Send us a text Marit Stiles is still the face of the Ontario NDP after surviving a leadership review at her party’s September convention. But she is the first to admit that the result — 68 per cent support — wasn’t exactly a ringing endorsement. “I’m not satisfied with that, and the message I got very clearly in talking to NDP members at our conven…

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Paradise Baptist Church celebrates 160 years of faithfully serving its community 50:58

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Paradise Baptist Church is one of Atlanta’s oldest historically Black churches – established in 1865, just after the Civil War. It grew out of a community Sunday School founded by then 12-year-old Dinah Watts Pace. Now, nearly two centuries later, the church is celebrating 160 years of faith, community, education, and economic development. Original…

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Blue Jays Central host Jamie Campbell joins us for a pre-game chat 27:06

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No one loves Marineland right now 17:43

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Georgia Chamber of Commerce CEO remains optimistic amid uncertain economic landscape; Propel ATL survey captures concerns of MARTA bus riders 51:08

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Just one more sleep until Blue Jays playoff baseball 21:15

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Send us a text OK Blue Jays? We shall see. Toronto is prepped for some October baseball, hosting the New York Yankees Saturday afternoon in Game 1 of the American League Division Series. The Rogers Centre will be rocking — and fans across the country will be watching (mostly on the edge of their seats). Is this the magical year for Canada’s basebal…

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Will scrapping home-to-home mail delivery actually save Canada Post? 32:55

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Send us a text After years of red ink, Canada Post insists it has a plan to finally deliver a major turnaround. Last week, the federal government paved the way for Canada Post to adopt a list of controversial cost-cutting measures, including ending home-to-home delivery and shuttering some rural post offices. Unionized postal workers responded to t…

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Georgia physicians on navigating the current public health misinformation crisis 49:42

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A new survey by the Annenberg Public Policy Center of the University of Pennsylvania found that trust in U.S. health and science agencies has declined since the inauguration of President Donald Trump. Amid the rapid spread of misinformation about vaccines, budget cuts, and layoffs at agencies like the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, has…

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How petty shoplifting evolved into a multi-billion-dollar organized crime 26:48

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Send us a text Crime is out of control at stores across the country. A new report released by the Retail Council of Canada says the problem “has escalated into a national crisis, impacting profitability, employee safety, and consumer trust.” The report found that the level of shrink — loss of inventory due to theft and other reasons — has nearly do…

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Emory launches a Compassion Shift initiative; Report finds Georgia Pathways admin spending costs twice as much as health care costs 49:54

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Emory University is launching its global Compassion Shift initiative this week. It’s all part of Emory’s “Year of Compassion.” Ryder Delaloye, the associate director of Social, Emotional, and Ethical Learning at Emory, talked more about the compassion initiatives, SEE Learning, and compassionate training. He also explained the difference between em…

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Family on a mission to fix ER wait times after teenage son’s tragic death 29:38

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Send us a text A grieving family from Burlington, Ont. is trying to turn their immeasurable loss into a force for change. Finlay van der Werken was 16 years old when his mother, Hazel, rushed him to Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital on Feb. 7, 2024. The teen was in such severe pain on his right side that his mom left the car in front of the emer…

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‘Closer Look’ guests address preventing suicide among Georgia farmers, veterans & service members 50:07

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To conclude “Closer Look’s” series for National Suicide Prevention and Awareness series, show host Rose Scott talks with guests about the impact of suicide on Georgia farmers, veterans and service members. Data from the National Rural Health Association shows that farmers are three to five times more likely to die by suicide than the general popula…

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