Hello friends! I took a quick break last week for a dear friend’s wedding, and it took me a minute to get back to real life. So here is a some up for the past two weeks.
Storytelling initiative: September 11th Initiative (StoryCorps)
On the 20th anniversary of September 11th, the voices and stories of those we lost need to be remembered. Whatever came after, this was a tragedy. Real lives cut short, and the pain of losing them must continue to this day.
Comic: What We Forget (The Nib)
This comic is a heavy but a long read.
Podcast Episode: Shadow Docket (What Trump Can Teach Us About Con Law)
If you’re feeling disheartened by the anti-abortion laws being put in place in Texas, this look at the constitutional law behind this mess will make your blood boil.
Article: UBC prof’s new book about health scams falls victim to scam on Amazon (CBC News)
What an unfortunate bit of irony!
It’s not about facts, it is about what our hearts believe to be true.
Opinion: The Day Jason Kenney Lost Alberta (The Tyee)
What a boondoggle.
Article: I got breakthrough covid. It made me appreciate the vaccine more than ever (The Lily)
We’re not there. I wish, I wish we were. But we’re not there yet. But this comic is a reminder that the science is here to keep us as safe as we can be.
Long Form Podcast: The White Saviours (CanadaLand)
I think this is a very good podcast and it is an excellent primer on the issues with the WE Charity.
Resource: Charity Intelligence Canada
From the above, this is an excellent resource you can use to check in on the charities you may want to donate to.
Article: People Are Sobbing Over This Wholesome New Video From “Blue’s Clues” Steve (Buzzfeed)
I cried. It’s been a hard year, it’s ok to cry.
We’re going full fan girl over here! Look at this awesome T-shirt!
