Thursday, August 28th TV listings for AMI-tv East
Got Game Alicia New
Alicia, a disability advocate and actor who is blind, opens up about life with a brain tumour, refusing to give up on her dreams and her long journey to accepting mobility aids.
Four Senses Ships & Chips
Chefs share dishes and cooking tips.
Game Changers Allison Lang
Dave Brown catches up with Paralympian, model and speaker Allison Lang in Montreal. Allison shares her journey, from growing up as an amputee to discovering sit volleyball and finding unexpected success in the modelling world during the pandemic.
Alex Smyth goes on an adventure with wolfdogs, underground caves, adapted skiing, and ice climbing in the Alberta Rockies.
You Can't Ask That Visual Impairment
Visually impaired guests answer questions and talk about what it is like to navigate the world without sight.
Disrupt Adam Schwartz, Michael McNeely and Paxsi
This episode of Disrupt includes Manitoba-based Adam Schwartz's stand-up, an excerpt from Michael McNeely's film and a meditation on rock-picking from Paxsi.
Grant Hardy and a group of blind and partially sighted people try the Grouse Grind mountain hike.
In Focus Mental Health
April Hubbard and guests discuss mental health and well-being; Tyler Simmonds, Jay Everett and Hanan Hazime join.
Christa Couture travels to a remote haven where she tries her luck at gold panning, and meets with an artist living off grid, a burlesque dancer, and an Indigenous river guide.
Host Grant Hardy consults with members from the disability community, as well as city planning and urban design experts, to explore the challenges cities face in meeting the diverse needs of the community.
Four Senses Ships & Chips
Chefs share dishes and cooking tips.
Our Community Your Eyes My Vision
A unique opportunity for blind adults.
Mind Your Own Business Smuggler's Cove
Disrupt Adam Schwartz, Michael McNeely and Paxsi
This episode of Disrupt includes Manitoba-based Adam Schwartz's stand-up, an excerpt from Michael McNeely's film and a meditation on rock-picking from Paxsi.
IGotThis Ross and Tony
People who have discovered ways to cope with a physical disability or mental health challenges share their stories.
Breaking Character Curtain Call
Rachel performs an original song in front of an audience; Dan is offered a part on a TV sitcom and must figure out how to tweak his character to avoid an ableist trope.
Dish With Mary Chef Brandon Bowers
Mary travels to Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, where the historic Gahan House takes centre stage; she is joined by Chef Brandon, who shares his culinary journey and what inspires him to create seasonal menus.
You Can't Ask That Visual Impairment
Visually impaired guests answer questions and talk about what it is like to navigate the world without sight.
Christa Couture travels to a remote haven where she tries her luck at gold panning, and meets with an artist living off grid, a burlesque dancer, and an Indigenous river guide.
Alex Smyth goes on an adventure with wolfdogs, underground caves, adapted skiing, and ice climbing in the Alberta Rockies.
Four Senses Ships & Chips
Chefs share dishes and cooking tips.
Our Community Your Eyes My Vision
A unique opportunity for blind adults.
By Hook or By Cook Wheels Fall Off
Bruce realizes that Baja racing is a greater endeavour than expected, and during a race he meets thrills and troubles.
Game Changers Senator Chantal Petitclerc New
In Montreal, Dave Brown meets Senator Chantal Petitclerc, one of the most decorated Paralympians in history. Chantal shares her incredible journey from the track to the Senate, revealing how sport shaped her path to public service.
Our Community Toy Makers Making Change
In this episode of "Our Community," Toy Makers Making Change follows volunteers as they adapt toys for children with disabilities and deliver them to children and their families.
Healthy at Home Flipped
Eyes for the Job Root Cellar with David Wimberly
Chris helps David see through a mental block, and see the benefit of, tearing down a basement ceiling in order to turn the space into something wonderful.
Eight Canadians and their director are the only professional, traveling theatre group made up of people of all abilities.
Underdog Inc Family Matters
Dale comes face-to-face with some hard medical truths, and a diabetic crisis in the backcountry leads to a life-or-death recovery for Luke.
Game Changers Senator Chantal Petitclerc
In Montreal, Dave Brown meets Senator Chantal Petitclerc, one of the most decorated Paralympians in history. Chantal shares her incredible journey from the track to the Senate, revealing how sport shaped her path to public service.
Our Community Toy Makers Making Change
In this episode of "Our Community," Toy Makers Making Change follows volunteers as they adapt toys for children with disabilities and deliver them to children and their families.
Mind Set Go Tracy
After a series of strokes paralyzed Tracy's right side, she has struggled with the motivation to become as active as she used to be.
Blind Trust: A Guide Dog's Journey New Handlers
The staff at CNIB Guide Dogs prepares for the next group of future dogs while handlers recount the first time they were matched with a dog, forever changing their lives.
In Focus Mental Health
April Hubbard and guests discuss mental health and well-being; Tyler Simmonds, Jay Everett and Hanan Hazime join.
Four Senses Ships & Chips
Chefs share dishes and cooking tips.
Our Community Your Eyes My Vision
A unique opportunity for blind adults.
By Hook or By Cook Wheels Fall Off
Bruce realizes that Baja racing is a greater endeavour than expected, and during a race he meets thrills and troubles.