As It Happens

As It Happens: Friday Edition

Jan. 29, 2021

Full Episode Transcript

Part One

Dyatlov Pass Death Study
In the decades since 9 hikers died mysteriously in Russia, everything from military testing to an angry yeti has been blamed, but our guest believes he's found the answer -- thanks in part to Disney's "Frozen". 

QAnon Lawyer
When he stormed the U.S. Capitol, the guy in fur with the painted face looked pretty committed, but now, his lawyer tells us, the so-called "QAnon Shaman" wants to testify against Donald Trump. 

Part Two

Quebec Trans/ Non-Binary Court Win
No more mistaken identity. Trans and non-binary people in Quebec celebrate, after a judge issues a historic decision telling the province to rewrite parts of its Civil Code to be appropriately inclusive. 

Volcano Mice
Lots more Mister Mice Guys. After the catastrophic eruption of Mount Pinatubo 30 years ago, a species of mice was thought to be extinct -- but new research reveals the place is positively crawling with them. 

Part Three

Alberta Spinal Pacemaker
Richi Gill was left paralyzed after an accident during a family vacation. Now, the Calgary doctor's blood pressure is being regulated by an innovative device described as a "pacemaker for the spine." 

Napoleon Journal Sale
Pretty clear evidence of a Napoleonic complex. A 74-page description of Mr. Bonaparte's glorious victory in the Battle of Austerlitz is on sale for a million Euro. But if you want to read an objective account, save your money: it was written by Napoleon himself.