As It Happens

As It Happens: Monday Edition

Monday, February 24, 2020

Full Episode Transcript

Part One

Weinstein verdict
Harvey Weinstein is convincted on two counts in a New York courtroom. Katherine Kendall is among the former film producer's many accusers — and says today feels like the start of something new. 

Weinstein: what's next
L.A.Times reporter James Queally was in the court room today. He says he's now looking to his own town — where Weinstein faces still more charges. 

Planking record
George Hood didn't just set a new World Record for planking. The former marine did it at 62 years-old — proving he's still more than fit for duty. 

Part Two

Jean Vanier abuse
L'Arche International uncovers evidence of sexual abuse by its founder, Jean Vanier — a man celebrated around the world as a champion for people with developmental disabilities. Stephan Posner kickstarted the investigation. 

Katherine Johnson obit
Katherine Johnson's work helped NASA get to the moon. We'll talk to the writer helped get her the recognition she deserved in life. 

Part Three

Teck pipeline cancelled
The cancellation of Teck Resources' proposed oilsands mine in Alberta has tempers flaring. And our guest says that has a lot to do with what the company left unsaid. 

Mystery painting
The Art Gallery of Ontario bid big on an eighteenth century painting of a black woman — despite not knowing the artist. But curator Caroline Shields says focusing on its creator means missing the big picture.