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Inside Stories: A True Pandemic Expert

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COVID-19 Insights July 17, 2020
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Odds are, you’ve seen Laurie Garrett being interviewed about the pandemic. Laurie has reported on infectious outbreaks for decades, is considered one of the world’s top authorities on the spread of COVID-19 – and has some very strong thoughts on how it has been handled.


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TRANSCRIPT

Inside Stories, presented by BMO, provides an intimate look into the lives and coping strategies of people during the COVID-19 era. From well-known North Americans through to the new everyday heroes at your local grocery store, these unusual times have impacted everyone. Host Scott Simmie asks the questions that count, prompting his guests to share their very personal, inner stories.

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PART 2

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PART 3

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PART 4

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PART 5

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PART 6

Inside Stories: An Historic, Hopeful Time

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PART 7

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PART 8

Inside Stories: An Elevated Perspective

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PART 9

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PART 10

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  On this edition of Inside Stories, we’re pleased to be joined by Dr. Brian Cuthbertson. A critical care physician, he’s one of …


PART 12

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PART 13

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PART 14

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PART 15

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PART 16

Inside Stories: Virtual Healing

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PART 17

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PART 18

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PART 19

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PART 20

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