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Kelly MacDonald

@AMIKellyMac

senior Feature reporter at AMI-audio. Former host of Kelly and Company AMI-audio and AMI-tv’s Blind Sighted. Lifelong fan of theatre and sports.

 London, Ontario
amiplus.ca
Joined October 2015
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One of the things I found the hardest to do is archive my content while creating an easy and accessible reference to find things. What is it? a stitch in Time saves lots of time. Take a listen to hear all the positive reasons why. podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcas…
To Archive or Not: The Importance of Keeping Our Media

To Archive or Not: The Importance of Keeping Our Media

Podcast Episode · Reflections · October 28 · 27m

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He’s getting some good tips here. I don’t think it’s too far of a stretch to imagine him on the job.
Intentional Talk (@IntentionalTalk) profile pictureIntentional Talk
@IntentionalTalkOct 27
Ernie Clement still has his playing days ahead of him, but could MLB's #WorldSeries correspondent have a media career in his future? "It's really, really hard... you have to come up with stuff on the spot." 🤣 @BlueJays | MLB Network + @CoronaUSA
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Inclusion Canada
@InclusionCAOct 22
Ready Willing and Able has supported more than 500 people with an intellectual disability or autism to pursue post-secondary education or training as a career milestone. In recognition of Disability Employment Awareness Month (DEAM), RWA will be joined by Professor Laverne Jacobs, Inclusion New Brunswick, and current students to discuss key learnings from the RWA experience. They Learned. So Did We. will highlight the benefits of supporting students both inside and outside the classroom. Save your spot here > us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi…
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I always love the fact that he did almost all of his driving stunts himself, which made it feel more real and that the character had a driving gift. It was so much fun. Added so much depth to he character and personality of the show.
Jalopnik (@Jalopnik) profile pictureJalopnik@JalopnikOct 21
Here's Why James Garner Wouldn't Use '79 Firebirds On 'The Rockford Files' Back in the ‘70s, actor James Garner starred as L.A.’s slickest P.I. in the hit series “The Rockford Files.” And for gearheads, one of the most memorable parts of the show was Jim Rockford’s iconic gold Pontiac Firebird. However, there was one model year James completely avoided.
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And they always had quite a following here in London Ontario.
Craig Baird - Canadian History Ehx (@CraigBaird) profile pictureCraig Baird - Canadian History Ehx
@CraigBairdOct 17
Do you remember...Helix Formed in 1974 in Kitchener, they had two gold and two platinum albums between 1983 and 1987. They also had three Top 40 hits. They continue to tour and just released their 16th studio album, Scrap Metal in 2026.
Five male rock musicians in 1980s glam-metal attire—big teased hair, leather outfits, scarves and studs—stand close together, smiling and reaching toward the camera in a high-energy band publicity shot.

ALT Five male rock musicians in 1980s glam-metal attire—big teased hair, leather outfits, scarves and studs—stand close together, smiling and reaching toward the camera in a high-energy band publicity shot.

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This year we get the chance to watch a fantastic baseball team make its way to the World Series, Milwaukee took last year‘s experience and built from there. Its growth shows and they are a small market team with a small payroll! Love the performances of all the remaining teams.
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The best of all of you on this day of thanks for those recognizing the day. I wanna give a big shout out and thanks to my followers and wish you the best.
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His connection with the blind community was unmatched. He was a real friend as many of us were lucky enough to experience. I remember being welcomed into his home to do a TV piece and was able to spend some time with him. First class gentlemen filled with stories and warmth.
Craig Baird - Canadian History Ehx (@CraigBaird) profile pictureCraig Baird - Canadian History Ehx
@CraigBairdOct 8
On this day in 1938, Walter Gretzky was born in Canning (now Blandford-Blenheim), Ontario. In his life, he helped out with many charities including the CNIB Foundation. He received the Order of Canada, and three honorary degrees. A school is also named for him. 📸 Mike Cassese
Walter Gretzky wearing glasses and a blue polo under a dark jacket, looking off-camera against a plain blue background.

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Love this.
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@KevG163Oct 8
Four all-time titans of sports broadcasting in a two minute clip CBS Sports' Brent Musburger, Vin Scully, Lindsey Nelson, and Pat Summerall Talkin' baseball and football on "The NFL Today" October 8, 1978
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Our fantastic guest take us back to the last century where we talk kids TV produced in Canada. A lot of memories here. Check it out. podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcas…

Kid’s TV in Canada: What Were we Watching?

Podcast Episode · Reflections · October 7 · 28m

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DAWN Canada@DAWNRAFHCanadaSep 25
It’s Gender Equality Week! At DAWN Canada, gender equality means tackling intersecting barriers faced by women, girls and gender diverse people with disabilities. @BCANDS1 @IL_Canada @planinstitute @HIVandRehab @InclusionCA
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One of the most endearing things I heard about the province in my youngest years. Made me wanna move there.
Craig Baird - Canadian History Ehx (@CraigBaird) profile pictureCraig Baird - Canadian History Ehx
@CraigBairdMay 10
Having spent the majority of my life living in Alberta, I have never seen a Norway rat in person. There is a reason for that. It is the Alberta Rat Patrol, a program that has existed since the 1950s. While there are slip-ups, Alberta is considered Norway rat-free.
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Ever wonder what’s behind the entertainment provided by an auctioneer? I don’t just mean the things to bid on or their fast talking jovial Manor. Have a listen and find out. podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcas…

Behind the Gavel: The World of Auctioneering

Podcast Episode · Reflections · September 24 · 25m

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You may not know her name, but Laura Sabia spent her life fighting for women's rights. Her efforts led to the Royal Commission on the Status of Women, she wrote columns for the Toronto Sun and inspired many women to pursue higher education.
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Discussions about death in any way are difficult in Canada. Just seems to be part of our nature. Join us in learning about a group from @CNIB who is opening the conversation when one has lost or had to give up a guide dog. podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcas…

After Goodbye: The Healing Leash

Podcast Episode · Reflections · September 17 · 25m

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Justine Bateman
@JustineBatemanSep 15
.@realmikefox is one of the best people I know. He has always been this way, since the day I met him. Clever, funny, sarcastic, loyal, wicked smart, tireless, and fun. He doesn’t want pity. If you take anything from seeing him inside this body-that-has-other-ideas, remember what he once told me. “I got dealt a pretty good card hand. This was just in there.” He’s the same guy he ever was. Love you forever, my brother Mike.
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Thank you very much for the words and the work and partnerships that we had through those years. They’ve always been fantastic.
CILT (@CIL_Toronto) profile pictureCILT@CIL_TorontoSep 7
Replying to @AMIKellyMac
Congratulations Kelly. You are a living pioneer of accessible media and champion of disabled journalists in Canada. Thanks from your dedicated service! 🔥👏🏽
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Friday was my 25th anniversary with Accessible Media Inc. Five different positions according to my count, but I think that’s right. I am fortunate. Anyone who’s worked in media understands what I mean. Lucky to have lived out many of my childhood broadcast aspirations.
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And Polly D, it has to be vanilla ice cream. Not French vanilla straight vanilla.
Paul Daniel (@pdaniel2553) profile picturePaul Daniel@pdaniel2553Sep 6
Replying to @OrenIshii01
Ice cream waffle sandwich. It was invented in 1940 and first premiered at the Canadian National Exhibition (affectionally known as The Ex) in Toronto. It's a slab of vanilla ice cream with a freshly made waffles (still warm). The combination is exquisite.
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Thanks Mike, for everything that you did for the listeners and your colleagues. I’ll always fondly remember sharpening my skills working alongside you at the beginning of our live show era. Thanks for your support buddy.
Mike Ross 🎤🥅🏒🎬 #LeafsForever (@RossyOnTheMic) profile pictureMike Ross 🎤🥅🏒🎬 #LeafsForever@RossyOnTheMicSep 1
A special thank you and goodbye to @AMIaudio And an invitation to anyone who'd like to work with me in the future. I am blessed to be back for another season with the Maple Leafs, but am now without a regular, day-to-day gig and am interested in hearing from you!!!
**End of an era…** For the last 10 years, I've been part of an amazing team at AMI-audio—Canada's only broadcaster focused 100% on accessibility. Everything we did was produced through the lens of inclusion and access. I started as a host of their first-ever live program, *Live From Studio 5*. After a few years of mentoring various contributors, I stepped aside into a contributing role myself as those mentees stepped to the forefront and became mentors themselves. From there, I transitioned into reading professionally for our blind and partially sighted audience. Every weekday for the past few years, I brought articles from *The Globe & Mail*, *The Guardian*, and *The Washington Post* to life with warmth, humor, and heart. Alas, those contributions have come to an end, as AMI has decided to phase out their reading shows, and my contract was not renewed. I want to thank AMI for an incredible decade.

ALT **End of an era…** For the last 10 years, I've been part of an amazing team at AMI-audio—Canada's only broadcaster focused 100% on accessibility. Everything we did was produced through the lens of inclusion and access. I started as a host of their first-ever live program, *Live From Studio 5*. After a few years of mentoring various contributors, I stepped aside into a contributing role myself as those mentees stepped to the forefront and became mentors themselves. From there, I transitioned into reading professionally for our blind and partially sighted audience. Every weekday for the past few years, I brought articles from *The Globe & Mail*, *The Guardian*, and *The Washington Post* to life with warmth, humor, and heart. Alas, those contributions have come to an end, as AMI has decided to phase out their reading shows, and my contract was not renewed. I want to thank AMI for an incredible decade.

Jeff Ryman, Mike Ross, Daniel Panimondo and Marianne D'Eon Jones pose for a photo together

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Mike Ross and Dave Brown

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Daniel, Paula, Jim, Andy, Nathalie and Mike at lunch at Feast restaurant in Winnipeg.

ALT Daniel, Paula, Jim, Andy, Nathalie and Mike at lunch at Feast restaurant in Winnipeg.

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