Zoomer Week In Review

On Sunday, March 25th, hundreds of people in Toronto visited the Holy Blossom Temple to have their cheeks swabbed to find out if they are a stem cell match for David Geneen. On this Episode of the Zoomer Week in Review, Libby tells us David's story and talks to Dr. Alan Bernstein about the latest advancements in Stem Cell research, treatment and donations.Plus, spring is in the air and with it comes gardening season! AM 740's Garden Show host Charlie Dobbin stops by to tell us what we can be doing this early in the season.And March 25th was Elton John's Birthday! The Zoomer Week in Review celebrates with a look back at the start of his career, and the first single he had to reach the number 1 spot in the US Billboard Charts!

On this episode of the Zoomer Week In Review Libby is joined by Martin Himel, creator of the documentary Persecuted Christians that airs this Wednesday on Vision TV. Martin tells Libby the details of systematic and shocking violence against Christians in some Muslim Communities. Plus Singer/Songwriter Jann Arden stops by to talk about her very revealing centerfold in the new issue of Zoomer Magazine. We'll hear why she decided to uncover herself, and why at almost 50, she was still worried about what her parents would think!

On this episode of the Zoomer Week in Review, Libby is joined by journalist and best-selling author Malcolm Gladwell. She'll have his take on the great retirement debate and whether we're heading towards a war between generations. Plus, Dale Goldhawk of Goldhawk Fights Back For You, will stop by to talk about his campaign to save the Canadian Air and Space Museum in Downsview Park. And we'll remember Davy Jones, the lead singer of the Monkees, who passed away from a heart attack at the age of 66.

On this Episode of the Zoomer Week in Review Libby Znaimer is joined by Kevin Dougherty, President of Sunlife Financial Canada. He discusses their 2012 Unretirement Index Report which has many interesting findings about what Zoomers are really thinking about retirement.Plus, as Black History Month comes to an end, Libby talks to Zanana Akande, the first black Canadian Cabinet Minister. She shares her unique story that is now a part of Canadian history.And finally, for Oscar Sunday the Zoomer Week in Review showcases some of the songs composed for The Artist, which ended up taking home the Academy Award for Best Original Score.

There has been a furor over possible changes to Old Age Security and that's what this episode is all about. The clear message from Ottawa is that the Harper government will not back down from plans to cut this spending , though they haven't told us exactly what those plans are. The controversy reached a fevered pitch when Globe and Mail columnist Margaret Wente suggested that CARP's advocacy amounts to a war against the young. Libby Znaimer is joined by Margaret Wente and Susan Eng CARP's VP Advocacy for a very lively and informative debate.

On September 11th, 2001, all 658 Cantor Fitzgerald employees working on and above the 101st floor of One World Trade Center lost their lives. Just days after the attacks, chairman and CEO Howard Lutnick promised that 25% of Cantor Fitzgerald's profits would go to the families of the deceased. He kept his promise, and along with his Sister Edie, has since raised over $250 million dollars for the families of 9/11 victims. On this episode, Libby is joined by Howard and Edie Lutnick to talk about their memories of the tragedy, and how their lives and many others have changed since. Also, a recent study by CIBC finds that Zoomers are responsible for rising Canadian household debt more than any other demographic. Financial Guru Gordon Pape talks about why that is, and what we can do to get out of the red before it's too late!

On this episode of Zoomer Week In Review Libby Znaimer is joined by CNN's chief business correspondent Ali Velshi for tips on how Zoomers can make money in this turbulent market. Dr. David Agus, author of The End of Illness drops by with the idea that we need to focus on preventing diseases, not curing them. Plus, reporter Darrin Maharaj goes behind the scenes for the Nathaniel Dett Chorale's multimedia concert based on Lawrence Hill's The Book of Negroes.

Ray Cave and Linda Dawe were high school sweethearts in the 1960s. Like many of that era, they assumed they would be spending the rest of their lives together. But when Linda became pregnant their parents separated the couple and forced Linda to give the baby away for adoption. Linda and Ray didn't meet again until their high school reunion 40 years later. They are now married and have rekindled a relationship with their daughter. Their story is featured in the TV special Love Later in Life and this week, Libby Znaimer sat down with them to talk about their journey. Also it was during this week in 1964 that The Beatles flew into John F. Kennedy Airport and kicked off the British Invasion! They went to America for three performances on the Ed Sullivan Show, all of which are now a part of television history. We'll travel back to 1964 to relive the first of those historic performances!

Libby chats with Dave Redinger from Dave's Corner Garage , he's just returned from the Detroit Auto Show and has all sorts of information for Zoomers on the market for a new car. Plus Dr. Steven Blair tells us why moderate, regular exercise is more important that worrying about your weight level. And Doris Day has just received the Los Angeles Film Critic Association's Lifetime Achievement award. This comes off the heels of her first studio album since the 1960's , My Heart. We'll hear one of the many fantastic classics she recorded for the album.

Host Libby Znaimer is joined by Canadian Soprano Measha Bruggergosman, who had emergency open-heart surgery in 2009. Measha talks about the effect it had on both her career and personal life. She also gives tips on the symptoms of heart disease that all women should know. Plus, CARP has declared 2012 the year to end elder abuse. Minister of State for Seniors Alice Wong recently held an round-table discussion on the subject, and invited key lobbyists such as CARP. We'll hear from the Minister, as well as CARP's VP of Advocacy Susan Eng. And Sam Cooke's Birthday is celebrated with some musical highlights from his impressive songbook!

January is Alzheimer's awareness month. Libby talks to Naguib Gouda, CEO of the Alzheimer's Society of Canada, about the disturbing results of a new poll that says many Canadians wait far too long between experiencing symptoms of Alzheimer's and seeing their doctor. Plus, Dr. Zachary Levine tells us what foods we should be eating, and what foods we should be avoiding, to achieve the best brain health! And Elvis' birthday is celebrated with a look back on his historic appearance on the Ed Sullivan Show!