Doer of things. Senior Producer with CTV Morning Live. Social Media Influencee. Opinions are my own.
Edmonton, Alberta
Joined January 2010
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Jason Halbauer retweeted
Is "protein" label just the latest "health halo" marketing scam?
My verdict: Yep.
Protein infused popcorn, pop, cereal, lattes, candy bars...? Sigh.
Reality: most (but not all) get enough.
cbc.ca/news/business/protein…
Soon: on @ctvedmonton to talk "proteinization" of food!
Jason Halbauer retweeted
‘I prefer death over this life’: Hungry and exhausted, AFP journalists document Gaza war ctvnews.ca/world/article/i-p…
Jason Halbauer retweeted
32.0 in Edmonton as of 3pm. the May 29th record high of 32.2 (1936) is definitely in jeopardy. #yegwx
Jason Halbauer retweeted
Our contest for a once-in-a-lifetime trip to HONG KONG is one of the biggest we've done and it takes less than a minute to enter!
ctvnews.ca/edmonton/contests… #yeg
Jason Halbauer retweeted
Our information environment is filled with misleading BS.
Half of cancer books on amazon our misleading or full BS. On the first page of results it nearly 70%.
Our study: jmir.org/2024/1/e56354/
Soon: talking on @ctvedmonton with @KentMorrison about my new book, The Certainty Illusion!
Jason Halbauer retweeted
"Scientists have said there is no evidence for the existence of chemtrails" [ummmm.... obviously] cnn.com/us/chemtrails-conspi…
Even absurd conspiracy theories can do harm, especially when they are politicized. Debunk.
Soon: talking with @KentMorrison on @ctvedmonton! cc @JasonHalb
Jason Halbauer retweeted
AI & deepfake #misinformation becoming bigger issue (canada.ca/en/security-intell…)
People think they can detect, but can’t (ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/article…), even when warned about deepfakes ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/article…
Needed, inter alia:
- educate about power of AI & how to detect macleans.ca/society/misinfor…
- check with multiple reputable sources
- robust debunking efforts
- regulatory action (supported by 86% of Canadians - via @VoiceOfFranky @EKOSResearch) cc @VarditRavitsky @JasonHalb
Jason Halbauer retweeted
6pm update is in & it looks like we're gonna end up with a 32.6 degree daytime high for Edmonton today. That breaks the old July 8 record high of 32.2 from 1964. #yegwx
Jason Halbauer retweeted
The 15-Minute City conspiracy theory will not die!
Reality: Urban planning concept that has been around for decades (eg, Garden Cities, Smart Cities). Goal is to make cities more empowering & liveable.
Conspiracy theory: Plot by global elites (eg, WEF) to control population & takeaway rights. This is a complete fiction.
Many real issues to consider, such as infrastructure cost & impact on rent, businesses, etc.
But.... Should we make policies in response to lies? Probably not. Let's not normalize bunk.
Soon: on @ctvedmonton cc @KentMorrison @JasonHalb @NWeisbergCTV @KimWynnCTV
Beautiful story by @ShynkCarla and @ctvsaskatoon about an Oilers fan in the NICU
Article here: saskatoon.ctvnews.ca/very-ni…
Goodness me 🥹🥹 @ctvedmonton airing the Saskatoon story about the wee Oilers fan in NICU with all the swag and jerseys around the baby’s bed.
Just waterworks.
Jason Halbauer retweeted
This is bittersweet. Our morning show is nominated for breaking news coverage of the deaths of 2 police officers. Despite the nod, it was a tough day & terrible loss. RIP Cst. Ryan & Cst. Jordan. @KentMorrison @JasonHalb @ctvedmonton @RTDNA_Canada
edmonton.ctvnews.ca/video/c2…
Jason Halbauer retweeted
Encouraging people to not use sunscreen by propagating false information is not only misleading, but incredibly dangerous. – @ScienceUpFirst
Ignore all the influencer BS and fearmongering!
Soon: talking sunscreen myths on @ctvedmonton! cc @JasonHalb @KentMorrison
Jason Halbauer retweeted
BS from people like Aaron Rodgers & RFK jr helps to normalize off-the-rails misinformation.
Why do so many fall for this?
In part, it happens because conspiracy theories provide a sense of certainty & community.
Soon: chatting with @KentMorrison on @ctvedmonton! cc @JasonHalb
Jason Halbauer retweeted
A 3-day "cool" spell sets in. Sunny, no wind and a high near -3 today. Warming up again next week. Here's your Thursday WxBlog:
edmonton.ctvnews.ca/josh-cla… #yegwx
Jason Halbauer retweeted
In the K-Days spirit, CTV Edmonton's Nicole Lampa attempted the 300-metre long "Monster" obstacle course on Friday. edmonton.ctvnews.ca/video?bi…
Jason Halbauer retweeted
#Aspartame is a possible carcinogen: the science behind the decision nature.com/articles/d41586-0…
WHO: “shouldn’t really be taken as a direct statement that indicates that there is a known cancer hazard from consuming aspartame”
Soon on @ctvedmonton!
cc @JasonHalb @KentMorrison
Jason Halbauer retweeted
Today was a real test for @EmilyOlsen_4 and her fear of mascots. Then she got to try out the @EdmRiverhawks summer menu so things turned around real quick.
edmonton.ctvnews.ca/video?cl…
Jason Halbauer retweeted
April 5, 2021, we lost our sweet Luke to suicide.
Tomorrow, to mark our worst day, we ask you join us and “Be a Light for Luke.”
One simple act of kindness in memory of Luke, and everyone, fighting their own battle.
Please read & share
jeanetted8.wixsite.com/be-a-…
#bealightforluke
