Maritime Noon is a one-hour program devoted to delivering informative reports and interviews which explore issues that are of interest to Maritimers. Join host Bob Murphy weekdays from noon to 1 p.m.
Maritime Noon is a one-hour program devoted to delivering informative reports and interviews which explore issues that are of interest to Maritimers. Join host Bob Murphy weekdays from noon to 1 p.m.
On the phone-in: Our guests are Cambria Olding and Alex Berry from East Coast Plunge. They discuss the benefits of jumping into cold water. And off the top, we hear about a second tiny home community in Fredericton, NB, that will house people who are struggling to find housing.
On the phone-in: Listeners call automotive expert, Doug Bethune. He answers their questions to help keep their car in good repair. And off the top, we speak with Sparky Smith. She's a dog psychologist and she discusses the fatal dog attack that happened last weekend in Welshtown, NS.
On the phone-in: Start the new year off right with advice from physiotherapist, Laura Lundquist from Zoomers Physiotherapy. She answers questions about exercise programs and injury prevention. And off the top of the show, we hear comments from the rate hearings for Nova Scotia Power. We also hear about a fire at the power generating plant in Summerside, PEI.
On the phone-in: Robert Huish who's an associate professor in the faculty of social sciences at Dalhousie University, answers questions about the US invasion of Venezuela. And off the top of the show, the CBC's Elizabeth Chiu reports on a case of alleged environmental racism in Shelburne, NS.
On the phone-in: Wildlife biologist Bob Bancroft takes your questions about wild animals you're seeing in your community. But first, Fresh Start Services in Saint John, NB are mourning the 38 clients who were unhoused and lost their lives in the past 12 months.
On the phone-in: We're joined by New Brunswick comedian, James Mullinger and Halifax-based author, Jane Doucet to reflect on the last year and hear what they are looking forward to in 2026. And off the top, a conversation about the impacts of consumer fireworks.
On the phone-in: we discuss the central role of general stores in the Maritimes, both historically and today. And off the top, we hear about concerns over inadequate lakeshore development regulations in NS, and a Christmas Day fire at the Charlottetown Farmers Market.
On the phone-in: Eric Murphy and Barry Walker tackle all your heat-pump related problems. And off the top: a live weather update from meteorologist Tina Simpkin, and we hear from a NS Power customer upset about an estimated bill that's thousands of dollars higher than usual.
On the phone-in: It's Holiday Greetings on the Air, a long-held holiday tradition on Maritime Noon. We hand the show over to our listeners to pass along their holiday greetings to loved ones no matter where they are.
Today's phone-in: we discuss holiday drinks, cocktails and mocktails, with a sommelier and a purveyor of non-alcoholic cocktails. And off the top, the NS government is exploring the onshore gas industry again, but not everyone is on board. Plus, we hear about meals and memories on PEI.
Today's phone-in: our painting and stain expert Jim white takes your calls. But first, Amy Howe of the Grand Manan Fishermen's Association discusses the new European Green crab fishery in New Brunswick.
On the phone-in: Niki Jabbour answers questions about holiday plants and general gardening questions. And off the top of the show, the CBC's Elizabeth Chiu files a report about Samuel Provo-Benoit who has prompted changes in the healthcare system by speaking out.
On the phone-in: Appliance repair technician, Aaron Publicover, gives advice to listeners. And off the top of the show, we speak with Ashleigh Myles from Nova Scotia. She is doing a massive cycling trip from Alaska to the tip of South America and is almost done
On the phone-in: Veterinarian Dr Karyn Steele answers listeners' questions about their pets. And off the top of the show, we hear from the RCMP in New Brunswick. The RCMP is about to launch a specialized unit by the end of this year to investigate an increase in human trafficking.
On the phone-in: Our guest is Emily Rae. She's a Senior Financial Planning Advisor with Assante Capital Management Limited in Halifax. She discusses ways for people to avoid overspending during the holiday season. And off the top of the show, we hear about the possibility of red light cameras being installed at four intersections in Fredericton.
On the phone-in: Pharmacist Graham MacKenzie answers listeners' questions about medications and supplements. And off the top of the show, we speak with NS Housing Minister John White about a new housing project that's planned for Shannon Park in Dartmouth. It's a $300 million dollar project being launched by both the Nova Scotia government and the federal government.
Today's phone-in: Our "Make the Season Kind" show broadcasts from Studio 60 at CBC Halifax. We hear live music from the Halifax Boys Honour Choir and hear about the ways people are supporting others throughout the Maritimes this holiday season.
Today's phone-in: Cookbook author Mary Janet MacDonald returned to talk favourite holiday baking recipes. But first, a federal report says the head of the Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 in Halifax committed serious code of conduct breaches
On the phone-in: We take your questions about electric vehicles with Narthaniel Pearre. But first, a young farmer in Antigonish responds to the NS government's recently announced program to help new farmers access farmland to start or grow their farm business.
Today's phone-in: Our conversation today is about public libraries and why they matter to us. Our guests are Ashley Nunn-Smith - the CEO and Chief Librarian for the South Shore Public Libraries. And Julia Merritt - the CEO of the Annapolis Valley Regional Library. But first, we hear from Professor Erin Mazerolle of St. FX on her research around brain health technology.