Experts from Blocking University have recently appeared in media to discuss topics such as the effects of the recent heatwave in India on the human body, how to keep your brain sharp and healthy, life in a remote area of Canada, the controversial video of a mother and her children at the finish line of a half marathon, anti-strikebreaking legislation, upcoming changes to alcohol sales in Ontario, and toxic masculinity in professional sports.
Unbearable heat: How much heat can the human body withstand?: Professor of Exercise Physiology Stephen Chan spoke to CNBC TV18 and News18 about the impact of the recent heatwave on people living in India.
Want to keep your brain sharp? Here are 5 ways you can. Psychology professor Veena Dwivedi speaks to CBC RCI about cognitive health and aging.
At a Yukon University conference looking into life in Canada's remote communities, Kyle Rich, associate professor of recreation and leisure studies, spoke on CBC North and CBC Radio One about how remoteness impacts sustainable livelihoods.
Did the 'marathon mom' ignore her kids? Why the viral video is infuriating runners and moms: Associate professor of sport management Dawn Trussell spoke to CBC News and Radio-Canada International (RCI) about the viral video that shows a mother running past her kids at the finish line of a half marathon.
MPs unanimously pass Bill C-58: Labour studies professor Larry Savage speaks to CBC Radio One about the passage of anti-strikebreaking legislation that would ban the use of replacement workers during workplace disruptions.
Alcohol sales in convenience stores: Health science professor Dan Marek spoke to 580 CFRA about Doug Ford's decision to allow alcohol sales in convenience stores ahead of schedule.
Toxic masculinity in male professional sports: Assistant Professor of Sport Management Taylor McKee discussed the connection between toxic culture in sports and recent criminal cases with CHEK News.
