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Author of Just Say Yes
Bob McDonald, host of CBC Radio’s Quirks and Quarks, has devoted a decades-long career to turning our attention away from everyday perspectives and outward to the vast, intricate wonders of our planet and universe. Now, in his revealing and captivating memoir, Just Say Yes, McDonald looks within, offering an intimate view of the path that brought him from a blue-collar background to his long-standing role as Canada’s foremost explainer of all things scientific.
A Different Drummer Books will be on site with books for sale.
This Culture Days event is presented in partnership with Douglas & McIntyre and A Different Drummer Books.
Bob McDonald has been the host of CBC Radio’s Quirks and Quarks since 1992. He is a regular science commentator on CBC News Network, and science correspondent for CBC TV’s The National. He is an Officer of the Order of Canada, and the recipient of thirteen honorary doctorates, and has been honoured with numerous national awards for science promotion. And perhaps the coolest accolade: in 2014, asteroid 332324 was officially named BOBMCDONALD!
Explore Bob McDonald in our collection
If you need an accessibility accommodation during this program, please register early so we can confirm arrangements a few days before your visit.
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