”Social Bubbles”, Gyms & COVID Restrictions, Canada’s Vaccination Goals and Calgary Zoo’s ”Show The Love” Valentine’s Day

Welcome to The Morning News Podcast for Monday, February 1st. We begin with a look at the concept of “Social Bubbles”.  We speak with a Professor of Anthropology about the history of “bubbles” well before the pandemic – the purpose they have served in the past – and why the inevitably ‘break down’. With last Friday’s announcement of the easing of some of the COVID restrictions in our Province, we look at one sector not too happy with the new rules. Global Reporter Carolyn Kury de Castillo explains why the staff and owners of local gyms are taking issue with the changes. Are Canada’s vaccination goals still achievable with the many delays in delivery from the pharmaceutical companies? We get the thoughts of a Professor in Emerging Viruses, from the University of Manitoba. And finally – it’s a different – and “wild” take on Valentine’s Day. We hear about the Calgary Zoo’s unique plans for Valentine’s Day called “Show the Love”.