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Keyboard preferences and technology

Ali shared thoughts about keyboard preferences and braille display technology.

• Details
  • Ali: Mentioned having a “fantastic week” playing with a new braille display and keyboard
  • Ali: Expressed preference for the Matthias Wireless Aluminum Keyboard, particularly appreciating its full-size layout
  • Ali: Noted the keyboard has proper arrow keys, home and end keys, and a numeric pad
  • Macara: Asked about portability, to which Ali confirmed it would fit in a backpack though it is wide
• Conclusion
  • Different people have different needs and preferences for technology
  • Ali specifically prefers full-size keyboards for comfort and functionality

Christine Sinclair’s “Playing the Long Game” book review

Ali and Macara discussed the memoir “Playing the Long Game” by Christine Sinclair, focusing on its portrayal of sports during pandemic shutdowns.

• Details
  • Ali: Appreciated how the author detailed her experiences, especially during pandemic shutdowns
  • Macara: Found it interesting that the book started with the 2020 Olympics and emphasized team dynamics
  • Ali: Noted that as a sports fan, the shutdown of sports leagues was one of the main impacts he felt during the pandemic
  • Macara: Highlighted how the book showed team bonding and willingness to support teammates rather than seeking individual glory
  • Ali: Expressed desire to see more women in sports and sports media
  • Macara: Agreed that despite claims of progress, representation of women in sports hasn’t changed enough
• Conclusion
  • The book provided valuable insights into women’s sports and team dynamics
  • Both agreed that representation of women in sports still needs significant improvement

Current events and societal trends

The discussion of the book led to broader reflections on current societal trends.

• Details
  • Ali: Expressed concern about things “trending in the opposite direction” and history repeating itself
  • Macara: Agreed that many things are “going backwards” in sports and elsewhere
  • Ali: Noted that while Canada is better off than some places, they will still feel impacts
  • Macara: Observed that current issues are the result of many years of developments, not just recent events
• Conclusion
  • Both expressed concern about regression in social progress
  • They agreed that even if positive changes occur, it would take years to address current issues

Network and show updates

Ali and Macara discussed upcoming changes to their network and shows.

• Details
  • Ali: Announced that “Ali and Macara’s Books” will become “The Ali and Macara Show” on December 1st
  • Macara: Explained the name change will allow them to expand content beyond just books
  • Ali: Noted that “Broadcast Map Network” will become “Moosa Slobodian Network”
  • Ali: Mentioned that Gil Martin from “Locked On Islanders” will be a guest on November 17th
  • Macara: Confirmed that “Books Panel” will keep its name as it still reflects the show’s purpose
  • Macara: Announced the next Books Panel on November 28th will discuss “Unladylike” and will start at 7:30 PM Eastern
• Conclusion
  • The network is undergoing strategic rebranding to better reflect expanded content
  • Old URLs will redirect to new ones: thealiandmakarashow.Ca and thealimusashow.Ca

Check out Techstravaganza and Techstravaganza 2.0 This Week

Something we forgot to mention on air as part of the schedule this week, is the weekly Techstravaganza workshop, taking place this Wednesday, Nov 12, 2025. Also, this week, Techstravaganza 2.0 will happen on Thursday, Nov 13, 2025 in the evening. Check out techstravaganza.ca for more information and for the Zoom link to join in on the workshops!

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